325: The Nanny & Ecksplosives On Board! (with Carrie Brownstein)
Summary
Carrie Brownstein joins the Head Gun podcast to discuss her new Portlandia rewatch show, Podlandia, and reflects on her creative journey from music to comedy. The episode features a call-in segment where the hosts advise a listener on how to deter swimmers from sharing her lane using eccentric tactics like toy figures. They also help a baker design a humorous bumper sticker to protect her wedding cakes during transport.
Topics discussed
Intro and podcast launch
Promoting the Rewatch podcast
Working with John Krasinski on a pilot
Discussion on Portlandia tone and long takes
Career origins and podcast guest history
Meeting Fred Armisen and early collaborations
The rejected John Kerry campaign video
Sponsorships: Casper, Ultra, and Chime
Guest intro: Carrie Brownstein and pool problem
Analyzing why swimmers share lanes
Pitching deterrents: costumes and pubes
The dead animal and toy soldier strategies
Finalizing the toy soldier plan and goodbye
Sponsorships: Wayfair, Quince, and Squarespace
Caller from Utah: Skid marks and waxing
Caller from Utah: Wedding cake delivery issues
Securing the cake and bumper sticker ideas
Brainstorming warning signs: New Driver vs Organ
The tinfoil hat and explosives on board debate
Conclusion and show credits
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