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This is Important Podcast Ep 58: The Return, Mic Fumbles, and Movie Debates

This Is ImportantFebruary 2, 20221h 3min95,710 views
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The Return and the Mic Fumble

  • 🎙️ The hosts are back after a two-week break, kicking off the episode with a discussion about a "mic fumble" rather than a "mic drop," humorously debating its origin.
  • 💡 The conversation traces the history of the mic drop, crediting rappers in the 80s, Eddie Murphy in 1983, and even humorously speculating about Sherlock Holmes.

Snack Preferences and Life Choices

  • 🍫 The group delves into snack preferences, with "Payday" candy bars becoming a central topic, sparking debate about their hierarchy and Durs's unique appreciation for them.
  • ✈️ Airplane snack and drink habits are discussed, including the preference for vodka or Bloody Mary mix on flights and the ritual of specific snacks like PEZ at Hobby Lobby.
  • 🏠 Home Depot experiences are shared, from the idea of veggie hot dogs to the nostalgic memory of the hot dog stand.

Movie Musings and Director Deep Dives

  • 🎬 Discussions around movies include the length and pacing of "Dune," with some finding it a slow build, and comparisons to TV episodes.
  • 🚀 The hosts debate the merits of sci-fi films, with "Avatar" and "Star Wars" being points of contention, and the complexity of "Dune" is analyzed.
  • 🎬 A significant portion is dedicated to director Rob Reiner's impressive filmography, highlighting his run of hits like "Spinal Tap," "Stand by Me," "The Princess Bride," "When Harry Met Sally," "Misery," and "A Few Good Men."

Actor Spotlights and Nostalgia

  • 🌟 The acting prowess of Tommy Lee Jones is celebrated, with a list of his notable films including "The Fugitive," "No Country for Old Men," and "Men in Black."
  • 🎭 The conversation touches on actors like Jackie Earle Haley and the character "Crisp" from "The Fairly Brothers" movies, discussing their versatility.
  • 👨‍👦 Father-son duos in acting, specifically mentioning Daniel Stern and his son, and the cast of "Workaholics," are brought up.

Personal Anecdotes and Challenges

  • 🚽 The hosts humorously discuss the ease of holding in a "poo poo" versus a "pee pee," leading to a tangent about the "#holdyourpoopoochallenge" on TikTok.
  • 🎬 Movie theater experiences are dissected, including snack choices, the necessity of bathroom breaks, and the perceived cleanliness of theaters versus dive bars.
  • 👴 The concept of aging and the privileges that come with being elderly are explored, with anecdotes about older actors and the freedom to be eccentric.
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Mic DropEddie MurphyPayday Candy BarDune (movie)Rob ReinerThe Princess BrideWhen Harry Met SallyMisery (movie)A Few Good MenStand by Me (movie)Tommy Lee JonesMen in BlackNo Country for Old MenWorkaholicsTikTok Challenge
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