Political Climate and Candidates' Hypocrisy:
The Gracious Two, John Rotolo and Chad Gracey discussed the current political climate and the candidates running for office. They expressed frustration with the lack of substance in the candidates' promises and the apparent ease with which they can change their positions based on their audience. They also criticized the media's role in shaping public opinion and the government's attempts to censor information. Chad pointed out the hypocrisy of the Democratic party, which he claimed is now the party of war and censorship.
Political Rhetoric's Impact on Young Minds:
Today's guest Sean Fay, a manager in the entertainment industry, joined The Gracious Two's discussion about the potential impact of political rhetoric on young individuals' perceptions. They speculated that the constant negative portrayal of former President Trump could influence violence. Sean shared his preference for working in an office environment despite the pandemic and his background as a Boston Red Sox fan from Connecticut.
Roles, Taxes and Unpredictability in Entertainment:
Sean and The Gracious Two discussed the roles of managers and agents in the entertainment & music industry. Sean emphasized the importance of considering taxes and commissions when assessing earnings, sharing a personal anecdote about a young client. The unpredictability of art and film was also discussed, with Sean sharing his experience with a client, Nick Stahl, who had a successful indie film.
AI's Impact on Entertainment Industry and Jobs:
The podcast touched on the potential impact of AI on the entertainment industry, including its use in assisting writers and potentially replacing background actors and writers in the future. They acknowledged the need for legal considerations to prevent misuse of AI. Sean expressed his focus on securing jobs for human clients with scripts written by humans.
Independent Filmmakers and Video Game Discussion:
Sean was introduced to the independent filmmakers the Savo brothers, whose film "Rerouting" impressed John & Chad with its quality. The conversation shifted to video games, with John and Chad reminiscing about playing them while Sean shared his lack of interest. Chad mentioned a friend who runs video game tournaments in arenas.
Concert Memories and Scandal Discussion:
The Gracious Two & Sean Fay reminisced about their past experiences attending concerts and music festivals, including Woodstock 99 and the Tibetan Freedom Concert. They shared stories about the bands they saw perform, such as Rage Against the Machine, Bush, Metallica, and Chili Peppers. The conversation also touched on a scandal involving Diddy, with Sean expressing doubt about his chances of avoiding jail time based on the grand jury findings. John jokingly raised concerns about Oprah's associations with individuals involved in scandals and planned to investigate further. They interested to see who else would get implicated as the situation unfolded.
Tibetan Freedom Concerts and Music Industry Memories:
Sean shared his experiences attending a Tibetan freedom concert and subsequent parties, including a surprise Radiohead show and meeting Brad Pitt to discuss Fight Club thanks to Chad and the band LiVe. He also reminisced with Chad about their time with Chris Daughtry, Tom Morello, and Michael Stipe and discussed their favorite bar, the Sunset Marquee.
Breast Cancer, Safety, and COVID-19 Discussion:
The podcast then discussed various topics, including the impact of estrogen on breast cancer, the potential harm of mass poisoning children, and the consequences of not paying rent. They also discussed the lack of forceful respons
