Ep. 193 – Stem to Stern

Links

• From stem to stern (Cambridge Dictionary)
• Don Lemon, CNN anchor, fired after 17 years on the network (BBC)
• Best of CNN NYE: Drunk anchors and Richard Quest in drag (YouTube)
• Internet blasts Donald Trump’s claim he shot 67 to win club tourney (New York Post)
• Air (2023) (IMDB)
• It's Complicated (2009) (Wikpedia)
• Tom Hanks thinks he’s only made four ‘pretty good’ movies. Which are they? (The Guardian)
• Ep 2. – That's not my arm!, episode where we discussed Big
• Can’t Swing A Dead Cat In (Place) Without Hitting A (Thing) (Idioms and Slang)

Summary

• 00:00:00 In this section, Erik and his co-host discuss their past week and recent events, including a medical procedure, a sad version of a bull run, and mug shot week. They also mention the presidential debate and how one candidate, Ron de Sanctimonious, stood out with his confident and combative attitude. They talk about his claim of not being bought and paid for, which resulted in him being declared the winner of the debate. They also discuss the importance of the Evangelical vote and how Nikki Haley received a big boost in fundraising. The most telling moment was when the candidates were asked if they would still support Trump, to which Nikki Haley did not raise her hand.
• 00:05:00 In this section, the conversation revolves around potential vice presidential picks for the upcoming election. The base is said to dislike Nikki Haley and Chris Christie, while they favor Vivek Ramaswamy. However, the speaker predicts that the candidate will choose a female vice president, similar to McCain's surprise pick in the past. They argue that this is necessary to gain support from women voters, especially since the candidate's behavior towards women has been questioned. The discussion also touches on the abortion issue in relation to Trump and the Republicans. Additionally, they mention Vivek Ramaswamy's charisma and dubious past, suggesting that he may be a viable candidate.
• 00:10:00 In this section, the conversation jumps from discussing a news anchor getting fired for calling out a guest's lies to critiquing various talk show hosts' intelligence and insights. The hosts mention Don Lemon, Anderson Cooper, and Wolf Blitzer from CNN, with different opinions on their abilities. They also briefly mention Anderson Cooper's New Year's Eve show with Andy Cohen, commenting on their drinking and humor. The conversation then shifts to mocking Trump's claims of his weight and golf skills, with the hosts joking about his appearance and skill level.
• 00:15:00 In this section, the speaker discusses his experience watching Western and war movies with his father-in-law. He mentions watching movies like Saving Private Ryan and how his father-in-law was more interested in scenes that involved shooting and killing. The speaker also mentions the craftsmanship of movies like Saving Private Ryan and Band of Brothers and shares an interesting anecdote about an improvised line in one of Matt Damon's scenes.
• 00:20:00 In this section, the hosts discuss a scene from a movie where Matt Damon delivers an improvised line that stood out to them. They also praise Tom Hanks for his ability to actively listen and convey emotions without interrupting. The hosts then discuss Steve Martin's admiration for Tom Hanks' versatility as an actor, recalling a speech where Martin expressed his awe at Hanks' ability to excel in both comedy and drama. They also mention a serious role Martin played in a movie with Meryl Streep and Alec Baldwin, where he showcased his comedic timing while staying true to his character. The hosts ultimately highlight Hanks' incredible acting skills and versatility.
• 00:25:00 In this section of the video, the hosts discuss upcoming projects, including a Wes Anderson movie with Tom Hanks and a movie called "Asteroid City" featuring an all-star cast. They share their opinions on Only Murderers In The Building, with mixed reviews, and mention that Meryl Streep will be joining the cast. They also share a funny anecdote about her character's forgetfulness. The hosts then transition to talking about a project involving Matt Damon and Ben Affleck. They discuss the movie and compliment Damon's acting skills.
• 00:30:00 In this section, the speakers discuss the physical transformations of actors for movie roles. They mention how Tom Hanks put on weight for certain roles using prosthetics and how this can affect the credibility of the character. They also debate the quality of Hanks' movies, with one of them mentioning that Hanks himself has said he has only done four good movies. They discuss some possibilities for what those movies might be, including "Saving Private Ryan" and "Forrest Gump." The conversation then shifts to a debate about the credibility and realism of "Forrest Gump."
• 00:35:00 In this section, the conversation becomes somewhat scattered as the participants discuss various movies and actors. They mention a movie called "A Man Called Otto," but haven't seen it themselves. They go on to discuss Tom Hanks and movies like "Big" and "Forrest Gump," with mixed reviews on their ageability and special effects. The conversation then shifts to a cyst on one of the participants' wrist and a Matt Damon movie called "Air," where they praise his acting. They briefly mention a movie about Nike's rise to success, questioning if it was a dramatization or not. Overall, the discussion jumps around between different movie topics without a clear focus.
• 00:40:00 In this section, the speaker discusses the Lakers and how it is a dramatization of the team's story. They mention that certain events in the movie are dramatized, meaning they are not exactly how they happened in real life. The speaker then goes on to talk about their foot surgery and the painful procedure they had to endure. The doctor clipped their toenail and pulled it out, causing intense pain. The speaker expresses their surprise at the level of pain and the doctor jokes that if they had known, they might not have come for help.
• 00:45:00 In this section, Dennis recounts a medical procedure where he had to have a toenail removed. He describes the pain and relief he felt after the nail was taken out, and how the second one was even worse. Despite the bleeding, he is relieved and can walk normally without any issues. Erik also shares a childhood memory of watching a nail being removed when he was nine years old.
• 00:50:00 In this section, Erik recalls a childhood incident where a rock was dropped and severely injured his friend. He reflects on the guilt and impact of such accidents, comparing it to scenes in movies where nails are removed as a form of torture. The conversation then shifts to a recent town festival that was ruined by bad weather, sharing a disappointing experience of his son participating in a dart game. Erik also mentions attending another festival where cows were released to run down the main street, but expresses disapproval for the taunting and mistreatment of animals for entertainment purposes. The conversation ends with a mention of a controversial festival tradition involving cats.
• 00:55:00 In this section, the hosts engage in a playful and somewhat random conversation, discussing topics ranging from ancient Thai rituals involving cats to the prevalence of action heroes with names starting with the letter "J". They also joke about swinging dead cats, unable to whistle while smiling, and drinking whiskey straight from the bottle. The conversation concludes with one of the hosts sharing their project of refurbishing a table they found on the side of the road.
• 01:00:00 In this section, the video wraps up with some final comments and announcements. The host mentions that the show notes for episode 193 can be found at happyhour.fm, including links to YouTube clips of Anderson Cooper getting drunk on New Year's Eve. The audience is also reminded that they can support the show by visiting patreon.com/happyhour. Finally, the video concludes with a farewell and a promise to return next week.