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JB Smoove: 与Larry David合作的经历，有时需要纠正Larry，并让他知道自己还有其他事情要做。与Larry David的关系因为工作结束而疏远，并尝试邀请他参加播客但被拒绝。在处理公众人物的形象和与粉丝互动的方式上，要自然，避免过度在意被认出；面对粉丝请求，要学会掌控局面，并根据情况灵活应对；与粉丝互动时，要掌控节奏，主动引导互动，避免被动。喜剧演员的责任是给人们带来快乐，并通过自己的工作与人们建立联系。在名人篮球赛中受伤，并经历了肺部积液的治疗过程；职业运动员的竞争非常激烈，他们从不轻易放弃。JB Smoove 非常崇拜一些传奇人物，并与他们进行了交流；有些人的相遇是命中注定的，即使只是短暂的交流，也会留下深刻的印象。JB Smoove 参加即兴喜剧课程的经历，对他日后的职业发展起到了重要作用；喜剧演员应该尝试各种不同的表演形式，才能在职业生涯中获得更大的成功；《Curb Your Enthusiasm》让JB Smoove 重新燃起了对喜剧的热情。JB Smoove 对自己的人生经历充满感激，包括那些失败和尴尬的时刻；在任何领域取得成功，都需要机遇和自身的努力；在职业生涯中，要学会把握机会，并为未来的发展做准备。 Ted Danson: Larry David是一个非常聪明、专注的人，但他做事的方式很特别，总是让自己显得比较渺小。Larry David的回应方式反映了他思考的节奏和方式，并非自私或自负。在与人交往中，要记住自己的身份和价值，不要过度谦卑。在处理粉丝请求时，最好直接答应，因为拒绝需要更多解释。名气带来的关注度变化，会随着工作的不同而有所差异；《Curb Your Enthusiasm》让Ted Danson重新燃起了对喜剧的热情；即兴表演的魅力在于捕捉生活中的细节和人性的真实。随着年龄的增长，Ted Danson 对待同龄人的竞争心态有所改变，更倾向于欣赏和学习。在娱乐行业中，人们喜欢你这个人，才能喜欢你的作品。不要过度纠结于将事物进行排序，要享受当下。

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Key Insights

Why did JB Smoove feel nostalgic about the smell of steam coming up from subway grates in New York?

He grew up in New York and the smell reminded him of his childhood, even though it's considered a horrible smell.

How did JB Smoove describe his relationship with Larry David on 'Curb Your Enthusiasm'?

They had a strange relationship where Larry was always thinking and listening intently, sometimes considering what JB said for the show.

What did JB Smoove learn from his improv class in New York?

He learned that his natural ability to make people laugh through spontaneous, surprising actions was a key part of improv, which clarified his career path.

How did 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' impact Ted Danson's career?

It reinvigorated his desire to be funny after feeling less so in previous sitcoms, making comedy fun for him again.

What advice did JB Smoove give about handling fame and fan interactions?

He suggested controlling the interaction by driving the conversation, like asking fans to FaceTime their loved ones instead of just taking selfies.

What was JB Smoove's first job as a teenager?

He worked in a perfumery, learning how to make perfume, box it, fill bottles, and ship it at the age of 15.

How did JB Smoove describe his encounter with Don Rickles?

Don Rickles humorously tore into him, making him laugh while also feeling the impact of Rickles' sharp wit.

What injury did JB Smoove sustain during a celebrity basketball game?

He suffered a lung contusion after Ray Allen's shoulder hit him, causing his lung to fill with fluid and requiring medical intervention.

How did JB Smoove describe the importance of being versatile in his career?

He emphasized the need to try different things, like acting, writing, and stand-up, to avoid getting stuck in one area and to find unexpected opportunities.

What does JB Smoove believe about the role of fate in his career?

He thinks many small, seemingly random events, like attending a memorial service, led to key opportunities, showing the importance of being open to chance.

Chapters
This chapter explores JB Smoove's career, his experiences working with Larry David on Curb Your Enthusiasm, and his reflections on fame and dealing with fans.
  • JB Smoove's experience working with Larry David on Curb Your Enthusiasm
  • JB Smoove's thoughts on fame and dealing with fans
  • JB Smoove's comedic style and career

Shownotes Transcript

The incomparable JB Smoove graces the podcast! Ted Danson is talking to his “Curb Your Enthusiasm” colleague about dealing with Larry David, the role of fate in JB’s comedy career, encounters with legends like Sidney Poitier and Don Rickles, and much more.

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