Overview of Fan Favorite Episode 469 — Will Sasso
This episode of The Fighter and the Kid (guest: Will Sasso) is a freewheeling, profanity-laced conversation mixing promotional shoutouts, movie talk, personal anecdotes, wrestling and MMA references, dark and absurd humor, and some serious reflections on identity, health and mental habits. Will Sasso — actor/comedian — is the guest and trades rapid-fire riffs with hosts (Brian/“Brian Callen” and Brendan). The tone alternates between jokey improv bits and sincere moments about work, filmmaking and self-acceptance.
Guest & hosts
- Guest: Will Sasso — actor/comedian (discusses recent/ongoing projects and personal life).
- Hosts: Brian (Callen) and Brendan (co-host; “the kid”).
- Format: conversational banter, long-form personal stories, explicit humor — listener discretion advised.
Key topics discussed
- Will Sasso’s career and projects
- Mentions/promotes American Woman (Sienna Miller, Christina Hendricks), Boss Level (Frank Grillo / Joe Carnahan), and The Grizzlies (Canadian drama). Discusses festival screenings and the experience of making location-driven, community-based films.
- Jokes about auditions and a comedic bit claiming “new Bond” (clearly humorous/absurd).
- Self-identity and performance
- Will on “accepting who you are” and his “sweet core onion” metaphor — embracing one’s true self rather than performing a persona.
- Health, fitness and weight loss
- Sasso describes working with trainer Nick, losing weight for roles, his girlfriend (nutritionist/trainer) helping his diet, and the practical challenge of changing habits.
- Food, binging and substance use
- Candid talk about late-night binge-eating, weed at night, Thai food/Postmates runs, and strategies / pitfalls around impulses.
- Mental health and habit change
- Discussion about therapy, “shadow side” acceptance, and practical advice: do one very small thing daily (e.g., one page of reading, one less chicken wing).
- Filmmaking in remote locations
- In-depth anecdotes about shooting The Grizzlies in Nunavut: working with non-actors from the local community, cultural context, extreme conditions, local diet and the emotional intensity on set.
- News/current events covered on the show
- Instagram “Sudan Meal Project” alleged fraud (account allegedly created for followers rather than relief).
- Alex Jones lawsuit developments (emails turned over; controversy mentioned).
- Bella Thorne leaked images — Will and hosts praise her taking control and warn against viewing/sharing stolen intimate images.
- Influencer GoFundMe/“travel couple” skepticism and critique of social-media narcissism.
- Discussion of Planet Fitness “dad bod” research and body-positivity conversation.
Notable quotes & insights
- Will Sasso on authenticity: “The difference is I’ve accepted who this motherfucker is… we’re that sweet core.” (metaphor about stripping away performative layers)
- Practical habit advice: don’t aim at the mountain — do one tiny consistent thing every day (read one page, walk five minutes).
- On stolen intimate content (context: Bella Thorne story): treating sharing/viewing such material as participating in harm — “you’re voting with your clicks.”
Anecdotes & highlights (non-exhaustive)
- Strange sponsor bit: a surreal joke about asking an electrician from Angie.com to bury a pet hamster — example of the show’s offbeat humor.
- Audition/industry frustration: reflection on how films are less widely noticed now despite promotion, and how actors still grapple with visibility.
- Arctic production stories: vivid descriptions of local diets (seal, Arctic char, caribou/reindeer), the logistics and cultural impressions from shooting The Grizzlies, and the power of working with non-actor community members.
- Raw/back-and-forth banter: explicit sexual and bodily humor, wrestling/MMA shout-outs, and improv bits (e.g., “Diamond Dick” nickname, polar-bear metaphors). These are comedic and intentionally provocative.
Main takeaways
- Will Sasso mixes sincere reflection (acceptance, craft, the importance of small consistent habits) with outrageous humor; expect both vulnerability and crudeness.
- The podcast balances entertainment (movie promotion, comedy) with occasional serious cultural commentary — e.g., privacy and online harms, community filmmaking impact.
- Practical/self-help takeaway: incremental change is often more sustainable than large, dramatic resolutions — “one small thing every day.”
Action items / recommendations (from episode)
- If interested in the guest’s work:
- Check theatrical/streaming availability for American Woman and The Grizzlies (The Grizzlies noted as a strong Canadian film).
- Follow official channels for Will Sasso’s live shows/tour dates (Tempe Improv, Spokane, San Francisco gigs referenced — verify on official ticketing pages).
- Digital responsibility:
- Do not seek out or share stolen intimate images; respect privacy and avoid normalizing exploitation.
- Personal habit change:
- Try “one tiny action daily” to build momentum (read one page, walk five minutes, one less indulgence).
Where to follow / verify
- Confirm film release details, credits and tour dates via official sites, distributor pages or the guest’s verified social handles.
- For news items described (Instagram fraud, Alex Jones, celebrity leaks), consult reputable news outlets for verified reporting (the episode includes host commentary and speculation).
Summary note: this episode is wide-ranging and raw — heavy on improvisational crude humor, but also contains memorable reflections about identity, filmmaking in remote communities, and small-step habit advice.