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Joe Rogan ExperienceMay 19, 2020

#1476 - Patton Oswalt

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Notable books mentioned: Guns, Germs and Steel by Jared Diamond

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Guns, Germs and Steel
Jared Diamond

The host mentions 'Guns, Germs and Steel' in the context of discussing how diseases can impact human behavior and societal structures. This referen…

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#1476 - Patton Oswalt mentions Guns, Germs and Steel by Jared Diamond with timestamps, quotes, and episode context.

Episode summary
Patton Oswalt is a stand-up comedian, actor, voice actor, and writer. His brand new special "I Love Everything" is now streaming on Netflix.
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Mention sentiment
Passing Reference(1)
Audience signals
Individuals interested in historical perspectives on pandemics

Books Mentioned

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Best for Individuals interested in historical perspectives on pandemicsOften cited around Spanish flu and immunity

I read Guns, Germs and Steel about the Spanish flu and the way that diseases, you know, rewire and reboot your body to benefit themselves.

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Sentiment: Passing Reference
For: Individuals interested in historical perspectives on pandemics
Key quote: I read Guns, Germs and Steel about the Spanish flu and the way that diseases, you know, rewire and reboot your body to benefit themselves.
The host mentions 'Guns, Germs and Steel' in the context of discussing how diseases can impact human behavior and societal structures. This reference serves to highlight the historical patterns observed during pandemics and their implications for current health crises.
ASIN: B004JLTPTI
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Movies & Documentaries Mentioned

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I Love Everything

Confidence: 90%

Peyton Oswalt has a new Netflix special that's coming out tomorrow, titled 'I Love Everything'.

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Annihilation

Confidence: 90%

The speaker reflects on their feelings after their last special, 'Annihilation', and contemplates whether they should continue doing standup.

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Apocalypse Now

Confidence: 80%

The speaker discusses the impact of Scorsese and Coppola movies, specifically mentioning 'Apocalypse Now' and its significance in film history.

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Hag in a Black Leather Jacket

Confidence: 70%

The speaker mentions John Waters' first film, 'Hag in a Black Leather Jacket', in the context of its historical significance and the freedom it represents.

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Goodfellas

Confidence: 80%

The speaker compares Trump's behavior to a character in 'Goodfellas', emphasizing the need for a strong presence without having to assert it constantly.