Best Podcast Episodes About Steve Buscemi
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Updated: Mar 10, 2026 – 5 episodes
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“… like Barry. Or I even think of The Sopranos when they lost the Russian in the woods. You can just see the Fargo DNA all over the place. Directed by Steve Buscemi. Yeah, and I don't know if I fully realized that for a few years. But when we had Hater on that time when we did No Country, and he was talking about how he wanted to do Barry because of the Coen brothers. I think that they especially shoot violence in a way that to me, it's almost unique. I'm sure there are other examples but it basically confronts the viewer with both the like high comedy and and deep deep trauma of violence so you take we'll …”
“… a plan god laughs yeah uh they find humor and everything which i think uh one of the things that i think has been ripped off from this movie and i don't know i don't know if it's fair to say ripped off but maybe influenced. But I think of a show like Barry. Or I even think of The Sopranos when they lost the Russian in the woods. You can just see the Fargo DNA all over the place. Directed by Steve Buscemi. Yeah, and I don't know if I fully realized that for a few years. But when we had Hater on that time when we did No Country, and he was talking about how he wanted to do Barry because of the Coen brothers. I think that they especially shoot violence in a way that to me, it's almost unique. I'm sure there are other examples but it basically confronts the viewer with both the like high comedy and and deep deep trauma of violence so you take we'll get to it but like the highway scene the state trooper scene which is kind of funny yeah and it's kind of funny watching him drive like a keystone cop after the guy and stuff like that but it's also so sad and scary another hilariously funny part is the payoff of the the ticket gate agent where he comes into the second one can i after he just …”
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The Coen brothers' films, like 'Fargo,' explore how ordinary people can find themselves in extraordinary and often absurd criminal situations. This narrative technique reveals deep character motivations and the humor in violence, challenging viewers to consider the chaos that ensues from seemingly simple decisions. Their storytelling has influenced modern shows like 'Barry' and 'The Sopranos,' showcasing the blend of comedy and tragedy in crime narratives.
“… Right. It's supposed to be the secret to clean energy, and it's going to change the world. And it ends up being the cabbies character. Oh, cabbies. Steve Buscemi analog from the first. Wow, they really copied it down. It was exactly the same. And he walks away, and you see him pulling the tape out of the other one. He's kind of screwed over the system, the government. That's right. Oh, that's right. God damn, it's so boring. Wow. See? It's fucking great. And then the only other question I have, though, too, besides the movies being exactly the same set for different coasts, does he look any fucking …”
“… It's a song. No, it is. It's a love tape for his girlfriend. It's just Smash Mouth. Right. That's our buddy, guys. Exactly like he flips out. Exactly the same, and he kind of walks away. The president in that movie is proudly playing the tape. Right. It's supposed to be the secret to clean energy, and it's going to change the world. And it ends up being the cabbies character. Oh, cabbies. Steve Buscemi analog from the first. Wow, they really copied it down. It was exactly the same. And he walks away, and you see him pulling the tape out of the other one. He's kind of screwed over the system, the government. That's right. Oh, that's right. God damn, it's so boring. Wow. See? It's fucking great. And then the only other question I have, though, too, besides the movies being exactly the same set for different coasts, does he look any fucking older than it? No. He looks exactly the same. It's crazy. He looks so good. I mean, the best part of both movies is how fucking hot he is. By the way, he's still that hot. He looks great. He was in Curious 8 or whatever, right? It was the last one. He looks great. Jason and I did a show in Telluride. They were shooting the Hateful Eight there. And he …”
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Kurt Russell's enduring charm might be overshadowed by the quality of his nostalgic films, leading some to question his appeal. In a lively discussion, hosts explore how watching his classic movies has shifted their perceptions of him from crush to cringe. With humorous anecdotes and a debate on his timeless looks, they dissect the impact of nostalgia on attraction.
“… needs. And Adam Sandler, of course, is a playboy. He loves ladies. But they have to be gay. And so then there's a guy who works for the government, Steve Buscemi, who's trying to out them as a fake gay couple. This guy. Yeah, as a fake gay couple. Jessica Biel is, they're a lawyer that's trying to help them get gay married, convincingly. And yeah, they have to learn everything about each other and make a fake life together. Well, it has a 15% on Rotten Tomatoes. They're wrong. And I think I'm on your side. They're wrong. I think this kind of slop, shlackster, what is it, schlock? Is that the word I'm …”
“… and Adam Sandler are New York City firefighters. And he learns that he can get health insurance or his pension or something if he has a gay partnership for some reason. And they decide to enter into a fake gay partnership to get the benefits that he needs. And Adam Sandler, of course, is a playboy. He loves ladies. But they have to be gay. And so then there's a guy who works for the government, Steve Buscemi, who's trying to out them as a fake gay couple. This guy. Yeah, as a fake gay couple. Jessica Biel is, they're a lawyer that's trying to help them get gay married, convincingly. And yeah, they have to learn everything about each other and make a fake life together. Well, it has a 15% on Rotten Tomatoes. They're wrong. And I think I'm on your side. They're wrong. I think this kind of slop, shlackster, what is it, schlock? Is that the word I'm looking for? This sort of shit comedy from the early aughts is coming back. I think that this now went from offensive to this is our new Shakespeare. I genuinely like it. I would watch it. Oh my God, not, I can already see Rob Schneider doing something wildly offensive. There's a Rob Schneider Asian character that of course we should not be having in …”
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Opening for Rob Schneider turned into a nightmare when he yelled at me to get off stage during my set. Years later, I met him again, but instead of bringing up that embarrassing moment, I played it cool. This story reveals the harsh realities of stand-up comedy and the surprising twists of celebrity encounters.
“… First half of Married to the Mob, second half of Goodfellas, you know, that's sort of like when they're in the suburbs moments of those movies. Steve Buscemi's film Trees Lounge is an all-time Long Island classic. And as somebody who spent a lot of time in bars with his dad as a kid, that's what it's like to be in a bar. Hal Hartley's Trust is unforgettable. It was Frank Oz's In and Out starring Kevin Kline was shooting in Northport, which is one town over from me when I was a teenager. And there was a huge flurry around that movie when I was a kid. And I remember very well. And it takes place on …”
“… aggro bro better than any movie I've ever seen. Married to the Mob and Goodfellas are sort of antecedents for this. They are like much more in the sort of like the production design, the vocal intonations of people, the relationships that they make. First half of Married to the Mob, second half of Goodfellas, you know, that's sort of like when they're in the suburbs moments of those movies. Steve Buscemi's film Trees Lounge is an all-time Long Island classic. And as somebody who spent a lot of time in bars with his dad as a kid, that's what it's like to be in a bar. Hal Hartley's Trust is unforgettable. It was Frank Oz's In and Out starring Kevin Kline was shooting in Northport, which is one town over from me when I was a teenager. And there was a huge flurry around that movie when I was a kid. And I remember very well. And it takes place on Long Island. No Hard Feelings in Montauk, which I think is a really good, like, the locals in the beach town, you know, in the tourist town representation. Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, a lot of Long Island Railroad in that movie. Final Destination 1. Yeah. You know, just sad Jets fans getting annihilated by death. And then the cinema of Ed …”
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No movie captures the Long Island aggro bro quite like 'The Wolf of Wall Street.' This segment explores various films that authentically portray Long Island's culture, from 'Married to the Mob' to 'Goodfellas,' and even 'Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind.' Each film offers a unique lens into the lives and experiences of Long Islanders, making them essential viewing for anyone interested in this vibrant region.
“… sometimes like I'll grab a dry erase marker and use it as a microphone or whatever. And it feels a little bit like, how do you do fellow kids like Steve Buscemi? But that's,”
“… we are all just people who have good and well, most of us have good intentions. But it does feel I will say that sometimes it feels weird to use those things that I do use all the time and be like, but I'm doing it for the right reasons. It does feel sometimes like I'll grab a dry erase marker and use it as a microphone or whatever. And it feels a little bit like, how do you do fellow kids like Steve Buscemi? But that's,”
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In today's world, trust in institutions is waning, and science is suffering as a result. As influencers adopt casual styles, like recording in cars with tiny mics, they signal authenticity and relatability, shifting authority from expertise to community connection. This raises a critical question for science communicators: how do we reclaim trust while navigating this new landscape?
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