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Ep 629 - Like and Subscribe (feat. Danny McBride & Steve Gerben)

Matt and Shane's Secret Podcast

Hosted by Matt McCusker

1h 1m
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Original podcast

Summary

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Matt McCusker and Shane Gillis host Danny McBride and Steve Gerben to discuss a wide range of topics, including traveling to Charleston for a season premiere, childhood homemade sketch videos, late-night talk show experiences, and memories of making independent comedy. The guests and hosts trade stories about awkward media appearances, getting thrown on the floor of a private jet, and embarrassing moments on golf courses and fundraising events. Throughout the conversation, they unpack the absurdities of professional entertainment, adult websites, and commercial tear-jerkers.

What makes the episode worth listening to is the candid, unscripted chemistry between the creators and hosts as they dissect the mechanics of comedy press tours, terrible late-night interview prep, and childhood filmmaking. Listeners get a behind-the-scenes look at the frustration of recording grueling audiobooks, private jet travel etiquette, and chaotic charity golf outings, all delivered with unfiltered humor and specific anecdotes from their careers.

  • Recording an audiobook requires intense concentration and stamina because reading out loud for hours makes you stumble over basic words. 41:21
  • Doing late-night talk shows involves strict pre-interview prep and scripted questions that can make spontaneous conversation feel artificial. 17:44
  • Childhood creative projects often involved filming crude sketches and backyard wrestling before moving on to more ambitious home movies. 23:52

Chapters

  1. 0:00
    Podcast Intro and Guest Arrival

    Matt and Shane welcome Danny McBride and Steve Gerben, setting the stage for the episode.

  2. 1:47
    Hotel Kitchen and Grocery Shopping

    Guests describe their use of the hotel kitchen and their grocery haul in Charleston.

  3. 3:21
    Early Filmmaking and Jackass Influence

    The hosts reminisce about their childhood sketches, Jackass, and their evolution into professional comedy.

  4. 10:31
    Product Sponsorships and Advertisements

    The episode features multiple sponsored segments, including Viori, AG1, BetterHelp, and more.

  5. 45:15
    Book Signing and Career Reflections

    Shane discusses his recent book signing experiences and reflects on his career path.

  6. 45:58
    Press Challenges for Comedy Projects

    The hosts discuss how press coverage feels hostile when promoting comedy work compared to other genres.

  7. 47:09
    Planning for a Comedy Premiere

    They joke about outfit choices and the awkwardness of attending a premiere for a comedy show.

  8. 49:20
    Golfing Adventures and Rivalries

    The conversation shifts to their golfing experiences, including a playful rivalry and a humorous golf cart incident.

  9. 51:36
    Charity Golf Event and Misunderstandings

    They recount a charity golf fundraiser, detailing a fallout over a golf cart tap and the fallout with a teammate.

  10. 55:22
    Wrap‑Up and Closing Remarks

    The episode concludes with final jokes, a thank‑you, and a brief ad read before signing off.

  11. 59:33
    Race and Cultural Commentary on the Golf Course

    The hosts touch on sensitive race remarks made during the golf event, leading to a brief debate about racism and stereotypes.

Highlights

  • 0:36

    Pornography ID Verification Lawsinsight

    Steve Gerben talks about having to submit a photo ID to access pornography websites in South Carolina, leading to a discussion about conservative state legislation.

  • 12:27

    Private Jet Jet Tossing Incidentstory

    Shane Gillis explains how he threw Steve Gerben to the floor of a private jet without even getting up from his seat.

  • 17:44

    Late Night TV Pre-Interviewsinsight

    The guests and hosts discuss the awkward preparation for late-night talk shows, where producers hand out scripted questions and pre-rehearsed answers.

  • 20:46

    Accidental Puking in Collegestory

    Danny McBride shares an embarrassing college anecdote about accidentally puking on a big guy at a bar called The Lighthouse and paying him five bucks to settle it.

  • 23:52

    Eighth Grade Sketch Comedystory

    Shane Gillis recalls filming a controversial sketch in eighth grade right after 9/11 where he did a George Bush impression holding a USA Today newspaper.

  • 41:21

    Audiobook Recording Strugglesinsight

    Danny McBride and Shane Gillis discuss the grueling, surprisingly difficult process of narrating an audiobook for hours on end.

  • 51:16

    Golf Cart Ramming Rage Quitdebate

    Shane Gillis and Steve Gerben argue about a charity golf tournament where Shane played Flight of the Valkyries and rammed Steve's golf cart.

Quotes

  • “I was telling Shane and you that this hotel is incredible.”
    Unnamed speaker · 1:41
  • “I just say, whatever the algorithm sees that I'm liking, give me more of it.”
    Unnamed speaker · 4:54
  • “I don't know if you're interested in this, but you should probably tell him the proclivity.”
    Unnamed speaker · 7:04
  • “Like there, there's always a sense of like, you come into the room to be interviewed and there's a little bit of just like, yeah, this motherfucker can't see something.”
    Unnamed speaker · 46:03
  • “I think because in order for people to interview you on that, they have to actually read the book.”
    Unnamed speaker · 46:31
  • “I was like, man, maybe I'll make it my thing, maybe that'll be something. I just, I don't, I'm not good at it, but I also, it just takes so much time.”
    Unnamed speaker · 50:42
  • “I feel like autistic guys could, if they locked in on golf, they'd be fucking good.”
    Unnamed speaker · 57:31
  • “I think I'm also just okay with going out and being fucking terrible, being at the butt of everyone's jokes with every swing.”
    Unnamed speaker · 50:59
  • Viori 10:31–10:54
  • AG1 11:07–12:00
  • BetterHelp 33:53–34:41
  • Mint Mobile 43:22–44:01
  • Quince 44:02–44:59
  • Matt and Shane's Secret Podcast 1:02:06–1:02:10
  • Experian 1:02:16–1:02:39

About this episode

Support the D. A. W. G. Z. @ patreon.com/MSsecretpod READ Danny's New Book 'Thrilling Tales of Modern Men' !!!!!!! WATCH Tires Season 3 COMING SOON Go See Matt Live @ mattmccusker.com/dates Go See Shane Live @ shanemgillis.com Go See Lemaire Lee Live @ https://lemairelee.fun/ Go See Shawn Gardini Live if you want @ https://www.shawngardini.com/live hello. Sorry for the late drop - was a busy week. I hope you'll accept this hot ass cast as a token of our apology. We're LIVE in Chuck Town. Shout out Danny shout out Gerby. Please enjoy. God Bless. This video is sponsored by BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/MSSP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcript

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Topics

  • Jackass
  • South Carolina
  • Charleston
  • Eagles Autism Foundation
  • Dillsburg
  • GoPro
  • Xvideos
  • Brazzers
  • Heartbreak Kid
  • The Lighthouse

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