Matt and Shane's Secret Podcast · Podcast summary
Ep 635 - Podcaster's Union (feat. Kevin Ryan & H. Foley)
Matt and Shane are joined by comedians Kevin Ryan and H. Foley to discuss their experiences in the construction industry, the challenges of unionization, and the changing landscape of the housing market.
Listen on the show ↗Key takeaways
- BoundariesMatt McCusker admits to never having drawn a boundary in his life, preferring to let people cross them and then stew in resentment.00:59
- FameMatt McCusker jokes about Shane Gillis being 'Johnny Drama' and questions if his newfound recognition has gone to his head.03:41
- NepotismKevin Ryan jokes about being a 'nepo baby' after leveraging a distant family connection for an audition for 'Tulsa King.'05:55
- AuditionsKevin Ryan recounts a past audition where he was asked to read for a character described as a 'fat guy behind the door.'06:56
- FinanceKevin Ryan humorously admits to 'stepping on the corporate credit card a little bit,' leading to a discussion about financial responsibility.09:01
- ComedyShane Gillis recalls the intimidating talent of comedians like McKeever and Pope at the Raven Lounge, aspiring to be half as funny as them.15:55
Chapters
- 0:00Setting Boundaries and Navigating Fame
- 0:32The World of Auditions and Nepotism
- 12:18AG1 and PrizePicks: Sponsor Shout-outs
- 25:33The Raven Lounge and the Evolution of Comedy
- 33:50Financial Realities and Personal Growth
- 43:51Unionization and the Construction Industry
- 1:15:03BlueChew and Chad Powers: More Sponsor Plugs
- 1:32:10The Housing Market and Generational Shifts
- 1:38:39Final Thoughts and Upcoming Shows
The digest
Matt and Shane welcome fellow comedians Kevin Ryan and H. Foley to the podcast for a wide-ranging discussion that touches on everything from the intricacies of the construction industry and the complexities of unionization to the evolving dynamics of the housing market and the unique challenges of being a comedian in today's world.
Setting Boundaries and Navigating Fame
The episode kicks off with a lighthearted exchange about personal boundaries, or the lack thereof, among the hosts. Matt McCusker humorously admits to never having drawn a boundary in his life, while Shane Gillis quips that he wouldn't even know what one is. Kevin Ryan, on the other hand, prefers to let people cross his boundaries, only to stew in silent resentment later. The conversation then shifts to the perceived fame of the comedians. Matt jokingly refers to Shane as "Johnny Drama" and questions if his newfound recognition has gone to his head. Shane recounts an incident at the airport where a fan recognized him, leading to a humorous back-and-forth about the reality of their celebrity status. The discussion highlights the often-surreal experience of navigating public recognition while maintaining a sense of normalcy.
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- The World of Auditions and Nepotism
- AG1 and PrizePicks: Sponsor Shout-outs
- The Raven Lounge and the Evolution of Comedy
- Financial Realities and Personal Growth
- Unionization and the Construction Industry
- BlueChew and Chad Powers: More Sponsor Plugs
- The Housing Market and Generational Shifts
- Final Thoughts and Upcoming Shows
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