Woody Allen
American filmmaker, actor and comedian (born 1935)
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Videos Mentioning Woody Allen
David Buss: Sex, Dating, Relationships, and Sex Differences | Lex Fridman Podcast #282
Lex Fridman
Cited for his quote about immortality: 'He didn't want to achieve immortality through his work, he wanted to achieve immortality by not dying.'
Russell Howard: How To Laugh Through Fear, Anxiety & Imposter Syndrome | E109
The Diary Of A CEO
A filmmaker and comedian who uses a method of writing down ideas over several months and then compiling them to form a film script.
E139: Recapping Chamath's wedding, VC surplus, unions vs Hollywood, room-temp superconductors & more
All-In Podcast
Mentioned as a filmmaker, but with a caveat that his work is now hard to watch.
How to Access Your Creativity | Rick Rubin
Andrew Huberman
Filmmaker whose movie character speaking comedy ideas into a phone was invoked as a pretentious image.
Science & Survival: A Conversation with Martin Rees (Episode #323)
Sam Harris
Quoted regarding the vastness of eternity, 'eternity is very long especially towards the end'.
How to Tame Your Inner Critic | Anne Lamott
Tim Ferriss
Filmmaker whose movies Anne Lamott used to watch repeatedly but has since 'turned on' him.
#08 – Tom Bilyeu: nutrition, fasting, meditation, mindset, immortality, and fulfillment
Peter Attia MD
Filmmaker and comedian, referenced for his quote on wanting to achieve immortality by 'not dying'.
Yannis Pappas: History and Comedy | Lex Fridman Podcast #175
Lex Fridman
Filmmaker, discussed regarding separating the art from the artist despite personal controversies.
Anne Lamott - Spiritual Fitness, Creative Process, and Redecorating the Abyss | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
Filmmaker, whose movies Anne Lamott used to watch repeatedly but no longer enjoys, indicating a shift in her appreciation.
Yuval Noah Harari on The Story of Sapiens, The Power of Awareness, and More | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
Director and actor used as an example of a neurotic person who would worry more about a small shop than some presidents about their countries.
Lessons and Warnings From Successful Risk Takers | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
Used as an example of someone high in Neuroticism within the Big Five personality model.
Tribe of Mentors — Naval Ravikant, Susan Cain, and Yuval Noah Harari | The Tim Ferriss Show
Tim Ferriss
Referenced as an example of someone who is 'crazy' in some part of their life, illustrating the concept that everyone is neurotic to some degree.
Noam Chomsky: Language, Cognition, and Deep Learning | Lex Fridman Podcast #53
Lex Fridman
A filmmaker whose comedic work, including a character worried about the universe expanding, is referenced by Chomsky to illustrate overcoming existential anxieties.
Anna Khachiyan, Ep. #017 of The Portal (with Eric Weinstein) - Reconstructing The Mystical Feminine.
Eric Weinstein
Filmmaker, mentioned by Anna in disavowing neuroticism, stating she does not 'get off on it' like a Woody Allen person might.
Martin Rees: Black Holes, Alien Life, Dark Matter, and the Big Bang | Lex Fridman Podcast #305
Lex Fridman
A famous filmmaker and comedian, quoted for his humorous remark about eternity.
Debbie Millman Returns | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
The director of the movie 'Manhattan', which Debbie Millman lists as her favorite.
Cheryl Strayed Interview | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
Director of the movie 'Manhattan', which Debbie Millman names as her favorite.
Krista Tippett Interview | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
A famous figure mentioned in the context of therapy, implying that it was more acceptable for him to be in therapy than for others at a certain time.
Cal Fussman Returns (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
Filmmaker and actor, interviewed by Cal Fussman.
Cal Fussman Interview (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
An icon whom Cal Fussman has interviewed.
B.J. Novak Interview (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
Filmmaker and comedian who said he identifies primarily as a writer.
Seth Rogan & Evan Goldberg Interview (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
Filmmaker whose movies were watched by Rogan and Goldberg's parents, influencing their early exposure to comedy.
Arnold Schwarzenegger — On Psychological Warfare
Tim Ferriss
A filmmaker mentioned as an example of an idol in Hollywood during the 70s, in contrast to Schwarzenegger's physique.