In this thought-provoking podcast episode, Joe, who has known Chad for almost 20 years, and his cohost Bobby, take us on a nostalgic and emotional journey as they discuss a range of topics from filmmaking to personal experiences.Anxiety & Influences: the crew dive into the anxiety that comes with making movies, drawing inspiration from directors like David Lynch and Martin Scorsese. They also reflect on how "Boyz in the Hood" has aged remarkably well.TV Show Comparisons: They compare the slow-burning narrative of "Breaking Bad" with the fast-paced, edge-of-your-seat thrill of "Game of Thrones." Discussions on "The Walking Dead" on HBO vs. AMC and reading books after watching their TV adaptations highlight the contrasting storytelling styles. Tony Soprano remains lovable, whereas Walter White does not, and they praise James Gandolfini's phenomenal acting.Emotional NYC Trip: Joe recounts an emotional trip to New York City in mid-2009, where he took a World Trade Center tour led by 9/11 survivors. He shares the harrowing story of a tour guide, an immigrant, who wore high heels for the first time that day and had to run down 26 flights of steps barefoot. The tour was extremely emotional, leaving everyone in tears, and by the time she reached the Verrazano Bridge, she was covered in black smoke and soot, with neighbors handing out paper towels.Community, Science, & Parenting: They touch on the power of community among strangers, pseudo-scientific elements, and the challenges of lighthouse parenting. They all share their personal struggles to be a good fathers and keep their kids off drugs, mentioning LSD and Bobby's brother's rehab journey as well as Joe's brother's heroin overdose. They emphasize that addiction is a disease and discuss preparing kids to leave the nest.Creative Ventures: Chad talks about his Amazon Prime series "Lil' Detectives. Chad's son, Tristan Repko, becomes a recognized star at the Ocean City Film Festival. Chad also reflects on how a year of doing S&M performance art helped him kick his drug habit at a young age, drawing inspiration from Bob Flannigan, a supermasochist, and the book "Venus in Furs." They explore the balance of yin and yang in life.Local Shoutouts: A shoutout to the Bubba Baseball League and an acknowledgment that while Chad's art does well, it doesn't generate income, and that's perfectly okay.Stand by Me Inspiration & Filmmaking: They look towards the future as Chad shares he's working on a new full-length feature set in 1996 which is a coming-of-age film inspired by "Stand by Me" and how the adrenaline from making films keeps him going. They passionately declare that you cannot avoid doing what you love, whether it's art, music, movies, or books.Join us for an engaging and heartwarming episode filled with candid conversations, personal stories, and a celebration of creativity and resilience. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes!😊0:00 Special Guest: A Warm Welcome1:10 Gonzo Journalism & Hunter S. Thompson: Legends in Print5:15 Harvest: Reaping What You Sow18:14 Iconic TV Moments: A Retrospective25:30 NYC Adventures: Lost & Found28:09 9/11 Tour: A Journey Through History31:40 Finding Myself in the Chaos: Personal Stories37:56 1980s Dynasty: A Throwback to Glamour & Drama38:40 Lost vs. From: Unpacking the Parallels45:53 Lighthouse Parenting: Guiding the Way55:50 Lil' Detectives: Vintage T-Shirt Nostalgia & The Ocean City Film Festival58:44 S&M Meditation: Exploring Mind, Drugs & Raves1:15:00 Chad’s New Movie: The Artistic Struggle & Financial Reality1:31:00 Podcast Wrap-Up: Recurring Guest Highlights & Staying Connected
