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Time Stamps:
0:00 – Introduction of guests Bryan Greenberg and Victor Rasuk from HBO show “How to Make It In America”
6:37 – Victor Rasuk’s journey from NYU student films to landing the show
9:41 – Bryan Greenberg’s background and connection to New York
15:41 – Victor’s diverse film & tv roles before the series
17:02 – “How to Make It In America” is too accurate/ niche
23:10 – Comparisons between “How to Make It in America” and “Entourage”
25:05 – Kid Cudi’s involvement and rise during the filming of Season 1
27:30 – Creation of Domingo character specifically for Kid Cudi
29:00 – Luis Guzman’s casting and iconic role as Rene
32:15 – Luis Guzman’s decision to join the cast after persuasion by Mark Wahlberg
32:40- Pusha- T’s role in season 2 of the show
40:24 – Filming in Japan/ unused footage & limited resources
40:51 – Living it up in Japan
43:13 – Trip to South Korea after filming in Tokyo
45:00 – Increased budget for Season 2
46:00 – What HBO & HBO executives were looking for from the show
49:00 – Lack of social media metrics during the show’s run
50:01 – Challenges of finding older HBO shows on streaming platforms
51:25 – Surreal filming techniques on “Unscripted”
59:02 – Missed opportunity to feature Jay-Z on the show
1:00:03 – Pharrell’s involvement in Season 2
1:03:27 – Bryan and Victor’s ” We (Almost) Made It” podcast
1:12:02 – Nostalgia and the potential for a resurgence on Netflix
1:15:00 – Gratitude towards HBO despite cancellation
1:15:19 – Reflection on the legacy of the show
1:16:41 – Podcast uniqueness and connection to streetwear
1:17:33 – How the show influenced Ronnie Fieg and Kith
1:18:10 – Suggestions for improving podcast structure
1:19:07 – Recapping episodes while integrating guest stories
1:20:31 – Classic NYC stores, clubs, and streetwear spots
1:26:11 – Tropical Fantasy and hood myths
1:28:36 – Johnny Knoxville’s ‘red and blue pill’
1:32:33 – Smoking/ taking edibles before an episode
1:36:03 – Visiting Heath Ledger’s home before shooting “Lords of Dogtown”
1:38:32 – Heath Ledger’s intention to build camaraderie with cast and crew
1:40:03 – Comparing Heath Ledger’s performances in “Brokeback Mountain” and “The Dark Knight”
1:42:13 – Analyzing Heath Ledger’s emotional depth in “Lords of Dogtown”
1:43:07 – Outro
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