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CHAPTERS
00:00:00 Intro
00:00:45 Make Movies, Not Meetings” Philosophy
00:02:52 Jay’s Transition to Solo Directing
00:04:55 Meeting Michael: Instagram Connection & Collaboration
00:07:32 Michael’s Sobriety & Manifesting the Film
00:09:09 Building the Film from Real Life & Baltimore Locations
00:11:50 Serving the Audience & Earnestness in the Film
00:13:48 Making the Movie on a Shoestring & Self-Fulfillment
00:15:29 Power Moves & Democratization of Filmmaking
00:16:36 Persistence, Attrition, and the Myth of Overnight Success
00:19:13 Distribution Success & Audience Awards
00:20:05 Sponsor Break
00:22:06 Michael’s Backstory: Addiction, Comedy, and Early Life
00:26:01 Rock Bottom, Sobriety, and Recovery
00:29:46 Comedy, Sobriety, and Fear of Losing Humor
00:32:52 Early Sobriety & Vulnerability in the Film
00:42:53 Family, Loss, and Generational Change
00:45:47 Authenticity & Humility in Performance
00:48:27 Sponsor Break
00:51:04 Jay Duplass’s Running & Overcommitment
00:53:55 Duplass Brothers’ Upbringing & Entry into Film
00:56:56 Finding Their Filmmaking Voice & The Puffy Chair
00:58:22 Crafting a Story That Works
01:00:37 Shooting in Baltimore: Permits & Local Support
01:03:49 John Waters, Baltimore, and Local Legends
01:06:53 Filmmaking Rules: Make Bad Art, Find Your Voice
01:09:34 Mumblecore Origins & Digital Video Revolution
01:12:51 Every Film Feels Like a Disaster
01:16:53 YouTube, New Platforms, and Changing Industry
01:21:29 Turning Down Hollywood Franchises & Staying True
01:24:31 Balancing Art, Money, and Lifestyle
01:27:16 Collaboration, Feedback, and Creative Process
01:32:38 Creator vs. Destroyer: Editing and Letting Go
01:38:54 Acting, Casting, and Emotional Availability
01:43:06 Jay’s Acting Journey & Industry Role
01:49:55 Creativity, Sobriety, and Presence
01:53:14 Duplass Brothers’ Evolution & Conscious Uncoupling
01:58:49 Yearning for Authentic, Human Stories
02:00:10 Cultural Mythology, Superheroes, and Storytelling
02:06:39 Advice for Aspiring Artists: Don’t Give Up
02:09:19 Making Good Days & Prioritizing Art
02:14:36 Podcast Wrap-Up & Upcoming Film Release

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