Morgan Spurlock Interview (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)

Awarded Morgan Spurlock Best Documentary Screenplay for 'Super Size Me'.

Mentioned humorously in relation to curating one's Twitter feed using Nuzzle, suggesting unfollowing them might be beneficial for a cleaner news digest.

The network that aired the series 'Morgan Spurlock Inside Man'.

One of Morgan Spurlock's film projects, aligning with his interest in exploring significant global issues.

A powerful and honest episode from Season 1 of 'Inside Man' where Spurlock moves in with his grandmother, lauded by him as one of his most impactful works.

Cited as an analogy for the immersive and reality-altering experience of advanced VR technology.

A film mentioned in anecdotes regarding the product Main & Tail and the producer's concerns about its on-screen portrayal.

A film where James Cameron developed and refined the visual effects technology that would later be crucial for films like 'Terminator 2'.

Morgan Spurlock made the 20th-anniversary special for Fox, connecting him to geek culture prior to his involvement with collect.com.

A documentary film by Morgan Spurlock that delves into the lives of people who dress as superheroes.

An HBO documentary series that helped elevate the standard for smart non-fiction television, influencing the rise of similar content on platforms like Netflix.

A popular franchise mentioned as an example of the type of geek culture memorabilia found on collect.com.

A film based on the book of the same name, directed by Morgan Spurlock, exploring economic principles through everyday phenomena.

A documentary by Morgan Spurlock about product placement, marketing, and advertising, funded entirely through product placement.

Highlighted by Spurlock as a must-watch episode, particularly relevant given the discussion on private prisons and profit motives in the justice system.

A documentary by Alex Gibney that required extensive research and data crunching, admired by Spurlock for its depth.

A Netflix documentary series that demonstratd public appetite for complex, gripping non-fiction, contributing to the expansion of the smart non-fiction TV space.

Tim Ferriss's weekly email newsletter sharing cool discoveries and thoughts, described as a 'morsel of fun' before the weekend.

A strong episode from 'Inside Man' that featured Steve D'Angelo and Harborside Medical in Oakland, showcasing a professional and health-clinic-like approach to dispensaries.

A documentary directed by Alex Gibney, cited as an example of cerebral and data-driven filmmaking.

The film for which James Cameron pioneered advanced visual effects, like the 'Chrome cop,' leveraging technology honed in 'The Abyss'.

A large online marketplace where a significant portion of the $6 billion geek collectible market is spent, serving as a benchmark for collect.com.

The fast-food chain featured in 'Super Size Me,' central to the film's exploration of health, diet, and corporate responsibility.

The network that greenlit Spurlock's series 'I Bet You Will' and later picked up '30 Days,' demonstrating a pathway for online content to television.

Morgan Spurlock's primary news feed and social media platform for updates; he uses it extensively.

Mentioned as a place where Wealthfront's technologists come from, highlighting its association with innovation and quality in product development.

The network that aired '30 Days', which was developed after 'Super Size Me' gained significant traction.

One of the social media platforms where Morgan Spurlock is active and can be followed.

A medical laboratory service provider in the US, contrasted with the integrated and efficient processing at Bumrungrad Hospital.

A social media platform where Morgan Spurlock is active under the handle '@morganspurlocknyc'.

An investing service lauded for its automated features like tax loss harvesting and rebalancing, offering services previously reserved for the wealthy at a lower cost. Tim Ferriss is an investor in the company and recommends it.

A hospital in Thailand that Spurlock visited for a 'Inside Man' episode, highlighting its efficiency, affordability, and high standard of care, particularly for international patients.

A social media platform where Morgan Spurlock indicates he can be found.

Showcased in a '30 Days' episode, this Oakland-based facility is presented as an example of a well-run, health-clinic-like dispensary.

A platform mentioned as a comparison for collect.com's visual marketplace for collectibles.

Developed software for the HTC Vive demo that Tim Ferriss experienced, contributing to his positive impression of VR's potential.

Mentioned in the context of Spurlock's desire to cross the border with undocumented immigrants for a '30 Days' episode, a proposal vetoed by FX lawyers.

Spurlock visited Nicaragua for medical testing related to 'The 4-Hour Body,' finding it cost-effective and efficient, even covering vacation costs.

Actor whose movie 'Blades of Glory' featured Main & Tail, and with whom the company had a humorous discussion about product usage.

An individual associated with Harborside Medical, featured in a '30 Days' episode discussing marijuana dispensaries.

A filmmaker renowned for pushing technological boundaries in cinema, specifically credited with developing new camera technology for Avatar and pioneering visual effects.

Mentioned alongside James Cameron as an example of someone with intense self-belief and dedication to their vision, exemplified by his personal mantra of self-cheering.

Founder of a launch event in San Francisco where collect.com (a startup Spurlock is involved with) was featured.

Oscar-nominated documentary filmmaker, writer, director, producer, and 'human guinea pig.' Known for 'Super Size Me,' 'Inside Man,' and '30 Days.' He also co-founded the tech startup Collect.

A documentary filmmaker highly respected by Spurlock, known for works like 'Enron: The Smartest Guys in the Room' and 'Going Clear: Scientology and the Prison of Belief'.

A Swedish researcher whose preliminary study data was cited and potentially misinterpreted, a point discussed in relation to scientific literacy after Super Size Me.

Website mentioned for signing up for Tim Ferriss's '5 Bullet Friday' newsletter.

A service recommended by Spurlock for aggregating top stories from followed social media users, acting as a curated news digest.

A tech startup and marketplace for high-spending collectors of geek culture memorabilia, co-founded by Morgan Spurlock.

A website (or source) that is mentioned as reprinting or referencing the results of a study discussed in relation to Super Size Me's replicability.

A platform for graphic design services, used by Tim Ferriss for book cover prototypes and other creative projects. He recommends it for its variety of designs and guaranteed satisfaction.

Mentioned as a platform where the Collect app is available for download.

A virtual reality headset used in a demo that impressed Tim Ferriss with its immersive capabilities and time distortion effects, changing his VR skepticism.

A shampoo for both horses and people, featured in 'The Greatest Movie Ever Sold' due to its unique dual-use nature and the humorous marketing integration story.

Cited as the reason Tim Ferriss cannot currently use Wealthfront as a client, despite its sponsorship, as companies managing money cannot use client testimonials.

A spiritual text that Morgan Spurlock gifted to people during a difficult period in his life, finding it insightful and helpful.

James Cameron's groundbreaking film that utilized custom-developed technology, including the 'Pace Cameron camera,' to achieve its visual effects.

Tim Ferriss' book, for which 99designs created cover prototypes. It is also mentioned in relation to dealing with scientific literacy issues and the possibility of eating 5,000 calories a day.

A book by Ben Goldacre recommended by Tim Ferriss to address scientific literacy issues and potential misinterpretations of study results, particularly in relation to 'Super Size Me'.