SUPERFLY #44 - Dudes on Dudes w/ Gronk and Edelman
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Deep Dive
Why did Rob Gronkowski and Julian Edelman create the podcast 'Dudes on Dudes'?
They wanted to leverage their competitive nature and build a production company, Nuthouse Productions, focusing on making the product as best as possible and showcasing their chemistry.
What was the experience like for Rob Gronkowski and Julian Edelman during the Tom Brady Roast?
Both were terrified as they are football players, not comics, and had to follow professional comedians. They tested their jokes at the comedy store and had to get up and say them to the room before the roast. They also had to coordinate with writers to avoid joke repetition.
How did Rob Gronkowski and Julian Edelman prepare for their parts in the Tom Brady Roast?
Rob had multiple phone calls with writers and tested jokes with a friend who is a maniac for comedy. Julian went to the comedy store and performed his jokes to test them. Both had to coordinate with the roast writers to ensure their jokes didn't overlap with others.
What is the significance of the Super Bowl trophy dent made by Rob Gronkowski and Julian Edelman?
The dent is now displayed in the Patriots Hall of Fame and has made the trophy more famous. Rob and Julian consider it a contribution to the trophy's lore and believe it has increased its value.
How do Rob Gronkowski and Julian Edelman categorize different types of 'dudes' on their podcast?
They categorize 'dudes' into five types: dog (mentally, physically, emotionally tough), freak (one-on-one), dude's dude (glue guy in the locker room), stud (has pedigree on everything), and whiz (innovative). They also apply these categories to non-athletes like comedians.
What is the financial impact on players during the NFL playoffs?
Players take a pay cut during the playoffs as their salary is divided into 17 checks during the regular season. Playoff pay is significantly less, with players earning around $20,000 to $30,000 per game, and the Super Bowl bonus is only a couple of hundred thousand dollars, which is a small fraction of the league's earnings from higher viewership.
How does Rob Gronkowski manage his finances?
Rob lives by the motto of saving his salary and living off endorsements. He invested his money wisely to ensure financial security, especially considering the average NFL career length of three years.
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