In this episode, Adam kicks things off by comparing Mayor Bass and President Trump’s approaches to cleaning up after the Palisades fire, while sharing a nightmare about the endless truck backup beepers that will haunt the cleanup process.
Actor Chad Michael Collins stops by to chat about his new movie Sniper: The Last Stand, his role in the Modern Warfare franchise, and how his sports background has influenced his acting career.
Later, Jason “Mayhem” Miller reads the news, covering stories such as:
• Trump ending Dr. Fauci's security detail
• Jewel apologizing to fans for performing at RFK Jr.’s inauguration event
• Billy Ray Cyrus’ son alleging his dad is threatening legal action after open letter
• Pee-wee Herman star Paul Reubens coming out as gay
00:00 - Introduction and Opening Remarks
Adam Corolla begins the show with humor and introduces Mayem Miller.
01:01 - Trump’s Fast-Paced Mindset
Discussion on Trump’s development-oriented mentality and how it contrasts with bureaucratic processes.
02:05 - The Burnt Tesla Analogy
Comparing Trump’s urgency to clearing burnt Tesla lots and how it applies to rebuilding efforts.
03:26 - The Construction Timeline Metaphor
A detailed analogy of building projects as an example of prioritizing tasks.
05:15 - Hernia Surgery and the Mirror Door Story
Adam recounts his determination to install doors post-surgery, linking it to Trump’s urgency.
08:53 - Karen Bass vs. Trump Approach
Contrasting Trump’s proactive attitude with Karen Bass’s bureaucratic stance on rebuilding efforts.
10:18 - Safety as a Political Tool
Critique of how “safety” is used to justify inaction and limit personal freedoms.
16:01 - Adam’s Mother’s Driveway Story
A personal anecdote reflecting the bureaucratic mindset through his mother’s reluctance to renovate.
18:20 - The Nature of Bureaucrats
Commentary on bureaucratic inefficiency and how it leads to delays in action.
29:02 - The Sniper Franchise and Chad Michael Collins
Interview with actor Chad Michael Collins discussing his journey into acting and his role in the Sniper series.
37:03 - Training and Preparation for Action Roles
Insights into the physical and technical preparation required for the Sniper movies.
43:19 - Chad’s Transition from Publicist to Actor
A discussion about Chad's career switch and his unexpected journey into acting.
47:33 - Traveling for Work and Filming Locations
The benefits and challenges of filming in international locations like South Africa and Bulgaria.
57:03 - Trump, Fauci, and the Politicization of Agencies
Adam critiques Fauci and discusses the corruption of agencies under political influence.
1:07:13 - Symbolism vs. Pragmatism in Governance
Criticism of symbolic gestures like flying flags instead of taking actionable steps to create change.
📽️ Check out Chad Michael Collins’ new movie:
Sniper: The Last Stand – Available to rent or buy on all digital platforms.
📱 Follow Chad on Instagram:
@collinschadm
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