[00:00 - 00:13]Hello Tushy sponsored the episode

[00:14 - 00:21]Not a matter of working hard enough, sometimes things just don't happen

[00:21 - 00:44]Often reacting to a piece of tape with a sweaty boom operator behind the camera

[00:48 - 00:54]Damien's hair tied back in a "wolf tail"

[00:55 - 01:24]Damien's hair inspired by wanting cool tied-back hair, not a samurai vibe

[01:24 - 01:43]Often reacting to a piece of tape with a sweaty boom operator behind the camera

[01:44 - 04:07]Ian's response: Industry has evolved, job of YouTuber or online personality didn't exist before

[01:59 - 02:06]Mention of being a PA or assistant and not getting recognition

[02:22 - 03:03]Introduction of Ian Hecox, Courtney Miller, Shane Toph, and Damien Haas

[02:43 - 03:11]Mention of middle names (Ian = "The Secret", Damien = Christian)

[02:49 - 03:40]Courtney's interest in film from a young age, learning to edit and filming with family camera.

[03:18 - 03:31]Not a matter of working hard enough, sometimes things just don't happen

[03:40 - 04:01]Mention of being a PA or assistant and not getting recognition

[04:08 - 04:33]Not a matter of working hard enough, sometimes things just don't happen

[04:21 - 04:27]Often reacting to a piece of tape with a sweaty boom operator behind the camera

[04:33 - 06:07]Courtney's interest in film from a young age, learning to edit and filming with family camera.

[04:39 - 05:27]Discussion of former show "Show With No Name" and its format

[05:28 - 06:35]Selected three questions related to the entertainment industry

[05:35 - 05:41]Ian's response: Industry has evolved, job of YouTuber or online personality didn't exist before

[06:36 - 08:07]Shane and Damien's entrance into the industry different from Courtney and Ian's

[06:52 - 08:14]Ian's unexpected success on YouTube, didn't plan on being in the industry

[07:23 - 07:53]Need to love what you're doing and be okay with working other jobs to support it

[08:14 - 08:45]Not a matter of working hard enough, sometimes things just don't happen

[08:45 - 09:32]Not skilled at it yet, mentions of Ghost of Tsushima

[08:52 - 09:27]Not a matter of working hard enough, sometimes things just don't happen

[09:33 - 10:11]View of industry as shape by exposure to it (ex. animosity towards Hollywood)

[09:53 - 11:19]Not a matter of working hard enough, sometimes things just don't happen

[10:49 - 11:08]Need to love what you're doing and be okay with working other jobs to support it

[11:19 - 12:05]Mention of La La Land and its portrayal of the industry

[12:06 - 12:26]Discussion of misconception of making it big with one woman show

[12:17 - 13:10]The speaker experienced sexual harassment on some sets.

[12:26 - 12:32]Shane and Damien's entrance into the industry different from Courtney and Ian's

[12:32 - 12:44]Courtney's interest in film from a young age, learning to edit and filming with family camera.

[12:32 - 13:21]The speaker was interested in being a director of photography for years before working as a PA.

[13:21 - 14:44]The larger shoots were chaotic and emotionally exhausting, with producers yelling and crying.

[13:43 - 15:21]They worked on small intimate shoots and larger shoots, such as a fundraiser with AJ McLean and a music video with Soulja Boy.

[13:56 - 14:07]The speaker experienced sexual harassment on some sets.

[14:07 - 16:02]There is a hierarchy and certain level of sexism in the industry.

[14:44 - 14:50]The larger shoots were chaotic and emotionally exhausting, with producers yelling and crying.

[15:37 - 15:56]The speaker experienced sexual harassment on some sets.

[16:04 - 17:05]The speaker had a trailer on set but it was old and had a musky smell.

[17:12 - 18:13]The speaker experienced sexual harassment on some sets.

[18:13 - 19:30]They started their career at a young age and had a rapid rise to success.

[19:30 - 21:09]The majority of an actor's job is waiting around on set.

[20:13 - 21:14]The speaker was interested in being a director of photography for years before working as a PA.

[21:14 - 23:23]Sets are not glamorous and often feel and smell like the inside of a Home Depot.

[21:26 - 22:54]The majority of an actor's job is waiting around on set.

[23:24 - 24:18]The speaker had a trailer on set but it was old and had a musky smell.

[24:19 - 25:40]The speaker was asked to call restaurants for free food for a project.

[24:33 - 26:57]It is important to feed people on set, especially if they are working for free.

[25:40 - 25:47]The larger shoots were chaotic and emotionally exhausting, with producers yelling and crying.

[26:58 - 27:31]The speaker discusses a hectic weekend where they filmed two short films back-to-back without sleeping.

[27:31 - 29:02]The speaker mentions how filming is different from stage acting and how it can be challenging to translate the acting principles they learned into the filming process.

[27:51 - 28:19]The speaker shares their experience of shooting a movie and how they were proud of certain scenes but felt rusty in others due to the non-chronological filming process.

[29:02 - 30:13]The speaker mentions how filming is different from stage acting and how it can be challenging to translate the acting principles they learned into the filming process.

[29:37 - 31:59]The speaker shares their experience of shooting a movie and how they were proud of certain scenes but felt rusty in others due to the non-chronological filming process.

[32:05 - 32:39]They mention how auditions and filming can be very different from traditional acting methods.

[32:13 - 33:16]They discuss the industry and how it is just a job, often focused on saving money and time.

[32:39 - 33:22]The next topic is about coming up with ideas for different channels and the pros and cons of brainstorming sessions.

[32:45 - 33:47]They mention how some of their best ideas have come from group brainstorming sessions.

[33:29 - 34:43]They discuss the difficulty of letting go of an idea and being open to feedback from others.

[34:43 - 35:17]The speaker shares their experience of shooting a movie and how they were proud of certain scenes but felt rusty in others due to the non-chronological filming process.

[35:18 - 35:51]The speaker shares how they have become less vocal with their ideas and focus on making sure the idea is good before bringing it up.

[35:34 - 37:06]The speaker talks about their personal struggles with pitching ideas and feeling defeated when their ideas have already been done before.

[36:33 - 38:27]They discuss the difficulty of letting go of an idea and being open to feedback from others.

[38:27 - 39:13]Shane has a lot of great sketch ideas, but struggles to finish them

[39:13 - 40:32]Other writers, like Monica, Finnerty, and Kurt, are better at writing as a job and finishing scripts even when they're not inspired

[39:59 - 40:56]The team may try shooting shorter sketches or TikToks based on one joke

[40:05 - 40:19]He has written and performed sketches about bikes and peanut butter

[40:20 - 40:27]When he has a good idea, he can write a whole script in a few hours

[40:41 - 41:26]The team may try shooting shorter sketches or TikToks based on one joke

[41:10 - 41:16]Shane and others have found success with improvising and coming up with jokes on the spot

[41:26 - 41:38]The team may try shooting shorter sketches or TikToks based on one joke

[41:38 - 42:08]They have different processes for coming up with and working on ideas

[42:08 - 42:36]There can be some tension and hurt feelings during the collaborative process, but ultimately everyone just wants to make the best possible product

[42:36 - 42:50]It can be tough to constantly come up with new ideas, and there is a sense of pressure to not fail

[42:50 - 43:40]Shane had to learn to let go of his ego and collaborate with the team, especially when he first started working at Smosh

[43:41 - 44:18]They have different channels and shows where they can have more control over their ideas

[44:18 - 44:49]Shane and others have found success with improvising and coming up with jokes on the spot

[44:24 - 44:38]It can be tough to constantly come up with new ideas, and there is a sense of pressure to not fail

[44:49 - 46:33]Shane and others have found success with improvising and coming up with jokes on the spot

[46:33 - 47:10]More Smosh members will be directing sketches in the future, and some have already co-directed or expressed interest in directing.

[46:49 - 46:55]Shane and others have found success with improvising and coming up with jokes on the spot

[47:10 - 47:45]The process of directing a sketch for a big YouTube channel involves planning out shots, making sure the joke works in a short amount of time, and being mindful of mess and safety

[47:45 - 47:50]It can be tough to constantly come up with new ideas, and there is a sense of pressure to not fail

[48:08 - 48:58]The process of directing a sketch for a big YouTube channel involves planning out shots, making sure the joke works in a short amount of time, and being mindful of mess and safety

[48:14 - 48:41]Shane had to learn to let go of his ego and collaborate with the team, especially when he first started working at Smosh

[48:26 - 49:26]The speaker is discussing an event where they are filming a movie involving blood and zombies.

[48:58 - 49:21]More Smosh members will be directing sketches in the future, and some have already co-directed or expressed interest in directing.

[49:21 - 49:26]Shane had to learn to let go of his ego and collaborate with the team, especially when he first started working at Smosh

[49:27 - 50:28]They introduce a new segment called "These Are My Obsessions" where each person gets one minute to talk about something they are obsessed with.

[49:39 - 49:58]They mention using drones and filming on VHS.

[50:29 - 53:17]Courtney talks about her love for ramen and making her own broth.

[51:52 - 52:51]Shane talks about his obsession with the rapper Megan Thee Stallion and her love for anime.

[52:17 - 52:28]The speaker is discussing an event where they are filming a movie involving blood and zombies.

[53:35 - 54:06]Damien talks about his recent obsession with the anime Hunter x Hunter.

[54:45 - 56:23]Ian talks about his fascination with Japanese mascots.

[56:48 - 58:07]They then transition to their segment "Shoot, Dude" where they discuss embarrassing or cringy stories submitted by listeners.

[58:17 - 1.00:41]Hours later, the couple wants to close their check and the man claims the speaker tried to stab him

[58:27 - 58:57]The couple at the restaurant laughs and the speaker offers to bring them another round of drinks

[58:57 - 59:49]Hours later, the couple wants to close their check and the man claims the speaker tried to stab him

[59:50 - 1.00:05]The speaker reflects on the incident and jokes about knowing your audience

[1.00:06 - 1.01:21]The group discusses the idea of the customer always being right and how it is changing in society

[1.00:41 - 1.00:58]Hours later, the couple wants to close their check and the man claims the speaker tried to stab him

[1.01:21 - 1.02:02]The speaker reflects on the incident and jokes about knowing your audience

[1.02:03 - 1.02:31]The group discusses the idea of the customer always being right and how it is changing in society

[1.02:31 - 1.02:48]The speaker is confused and the owner ends up comping the drinks to avoid legal action

[1.02:48 - 1.02:53]They tell a story about dropping a butter knife at work

[1.02:53 - 1.04:36]The speaker shares a personal experience with someone being difficult at the doctor's office

[1.03:13 - 1.03:33]Hours later, the couple wants to close their check and the man claims the speaker tried to stab him

[1.03:57 - 1.04:29]The speaker is confused and the owner ends up comping the drinks to avoid legal action

[1.04:36 - 1.05:41]The couple at the restaurant laughs and the speaker offers to bring them another round of drinks

[1.04:44 - 1.05:19]The episode ends with reminders to check out their merch, rate the podcast, and watch the video version.