Patrick Warburton On His Parents Hatred of Family Guy

Update: 2024-07-29

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This episode of the Adam Corolla Show features comedian and actor Patrick Warburton as the guest. The conversation begins with a discussion about "chick think," a term used to describe a way of thinking that is more emotional and less logical. Adam and Alexis Prego, a stand-up comedian and actress, analyze the actions of several political figures, including Nithya Rahman and Kamala Harris, and debate whether their actions are examples of "chick think." Patrick joins the conversation and shares humorous anecdotes about his family background and his mother's strong religious beliefs. He discusses his parents' reactions to his career in entertainment and how they found his work in comedy and satire to be sacrilegious. The conversation then shifts to Family Guy, a show Patrick has voiced on, and the humor of Seth MacFarlane, the creator of the show. Adam shares his personal experience with OCD as a child and how he overcame it without traditional therapy. He emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and recognizing that mental health challenges don't have to define one's life. He advocates for alternative approaches to mental health, including physical activities and creative outlets. The conversation continues with discussions about cold plunges, Adam's new cold tub, and the perception of competence. Adam reflects on his relationship with his father and the generational gap between them, contrasting his upbringing with how he raised his own children. He discusses the changing social norms of respect and boundaries, comparing his childhood experiences with how his children interact with their friends. Adam reminisces about his rebellious childhood and contrasts it with the modern distractions available to young people. He expresses his enthusiasm for electric skateboards and shares his experience using one. He then transitions to promoting his upcoming stand-up comedy performance with Patrick in Reno, Nevada. Adam discusses his return to stand-up comedy after a long hiatus and reflects on the personal growth he's experienced through stand-up. He argues that stand-up comedy is a skill that can be developed and improved upon even later in life. He challenges the societal notion of decline after 40, suggesting that life experiences and confidence can enhance stand-up performance. Adam shares his experience learning golf later in life and how he's improved his game despite starting late. He connects this to the changing world order and how people are different today compared to previous generations. He discusses his experience with weightlifting and his impressive bench press maximum at the age of 54. He acknowledges the potential for injury and the importance of listening to one's body. Adam reflects on the role of genetics in aging and how people with strong genetics may try to maintain their youthful appearance for longer. He humorously expresses his anticipation for gaining weight and embracing a different body image. He promotes his upcoming movie "The Duel," highlighting its unique concept and strong trailer. He then transitions to discussing his stand-up comedy routine and his preference for avoiding overly conceptual jokes. Adam promotes Riley Auto Parts, a sponsor of his podcast, highlighting their friendly service and wide selection of parts. He shares his personal experience using Riley Auto Parts and encourages listeners to support them. He promotes Fluto TV, a streaming service offering free movies, as a great option for summer viewing. He highlights some of the movies available on the platform and encourages listeners to download the app. Adam plays a voicemail from a listener who references a Gordon Lightfoot song. He and Alexis try to decipher the reference and eventually identify the song. They discuss a news story about Ferrari's efforts to combat counterfeit cars. They delve into the complexities of counterfeiting luxury items and share trivia about the origin of the Ferrari prancing horse logo. Adam expresses skepticism about Ferrari's claim to crush counterfeit cars used in the Michael Mann film "Ferrari." He argues that the cars used in the movie are likely fiberglass replicas and not authentic Ferraris. He discusses California's ranking as the state with the most road rage in the US. He attributes this to the state's heavy traffic and lack of effective solutions. He shares his experience talking to Gavin Newsom about traffic and his frustration with the lack of action. Adam criticizes the lack of focus on transportation issues in Los Angeles, contrasting it with the attention given to the transgender community. He highlights the importance of addressing traffic concerns and the need for better public transportation. He discusses the removal of "no cruising" signs in Silver Lake, Los Angeles, which were installed in the 1990s to discourage gay men from meeting up in the area. He criticizes the signs as a relic of a discriminatory era and celebrates their removal. Adam reacts to the news of Bruce Springsteen becoming a billionaire. He expresses mixed feelings about Springsteen's music, acknowledging his talent but criticizing some of his more popular songs, particularly "Born in the USA." He shares his theory that Robert De Niro and Bruce Springsteen are secretly stupid, arguing that their perceived genius is based on their talent and limited public appearances. He suggests that people often ascribe intelligence to those who are simply gifted. Adam discusses Bruce Springsteen's sale of his music catalog to Sony for $550 million. He predicts that Springsteen's songs will become more prevalent in movies and trailers as a result of the sale. He also highlights Springsteen's impressive concert length, exceeding three hours. Adam explores the question of whether doctor-patient confidentiality should apply to the president. He argues that information about the president's health should be disclosed if it could affect their decision-making abilities. He speculates about Joe Biden's health and suggests that he may be experiencing cognitive decline. He analyzes a speech Biden gave, highlighting a moment where he appears to lose his train of thought. He suggests that Kamala Harris may need to step up her efforts to appeal to Black voters. Adam discusses the balance between personal information and political transparency. He argues that while he doesn't need to know about the president's personal health issues, information that could affect their ability to govern should be disclosed. He advocates for age limits and fitness tests for politicians, drawing parallels to the age limits for firefighters and airline pilots. He argues that older politicians should be subject to regular assessments to ensure their competence. Adam criticizes politicians who have never worked in the private sector, arguing that they lack real-world experience and understanding of business challenges. He highlights the importance of having a diverse range of experiences before entering government. He recounts a story about Walter Mondale, who reportedly expressed regret for creating regulations that made it difficult for people to start businesses. He then shares the surprising origin of Airbnb, which was initially a breakfast cereal company. Adam wraps up the podcast, reminding listeners of his upcoming events and promoting his book "Everything Reminds Me of Something." He also encourages listeners to leave voicemails and visit his website.

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