Tim Matheson "AnimalHouse"Encore
Summary
Tim Matheson joins Steve Kometko to discuss his new memoir, "Damn Glad to Meet You," reflecting on his seven-decade Hollywood career. He shares anecdotes about working with legends like Lucille Ball, Henry Fonda, and John Belushi on "Animal House," and details his experiences directing "The West Wing" and "Suits." Matheson also opens up about his recent knee replacement, the challenges of the entertainment business, and his early start in voice acting for "Jonny Quest."
Topics discussed
Introduction: 1978 box office hits and Animal House
Health update: Knee replacement and heart implants
Early TV roles: Leave It to Beaver and working with kids
Working with John Cassavetes and Tim Conway
Casting in Animal House and early career struggles
Lucille Ball: Hollywood power and on-set lessons
Working with Henry Fonda on The Cheaters
John Belushi: Animal House, rise, and tragic decline
Directing Meghan Markle on Suits
Writing a book and The Wizard of Oz trivia
Childhood influences and discovering acting
Career advice and navigating Hollywood politics
Voice acting on Johnny Quest and meeting Mel Blanc
Playing the VP on The West Wing and Aaron Sorkin
Founding National Lampoon magazine
Perspectives on aging and staying active
Ryan Reynolds: Deadpool and modern comedy
Working with Mel Brooks and Anne Bancroft
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