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"RE-RELEASE: Jon Hamm"

February 12, 2026

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5 min read

πŸŽ™οΈ The Voices & The Context

  • The Format: Casual, banter-heavy interview podcast with three hosts surprising each other (and listeners) with a guest.
  • The Key Players:
    • Hosts: Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, and Will Arnett – longtime friends with sharp, irreverent chemistry full of puns, self-deprecation, and inside jokes from their recent tour.
    • Guest: John Hamm – Emmy-winning actor (Mad Men, voice of Mercedes ads, upcoming Top Gun: Maverick), famous for his charm, dramatic roles, and surprising high school jock-theater kid background.
  • The Vibe: Fun, nostalgic, and rowdy – like old pals roasting each other over beers, blending crude humor (burps, farts) with heartfelt career tales.

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What you'll learn

  • 1 (00:00) **πŸŽ™οΈ Introduction: John Hamm**
  • 2 (08:00) **High School Memories and Sports**
  • 3 (14:00) **Returning to Teach High School Drama**
  • 4 (22:00) **Early Career Struggles Before Mad Men**
  • 5 (25:00) **Mad Men Fame and Typecasting Avoidance**
  • 6 (30:00) **Handling Fame and Success**
  • 7 (37:00) **Advice for Young Actors**

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Show Notes

The guys go full-Yamaha this week with avid golfer, Jon Hamm. It’s mad, man.

This episode was originally released on 4/4/2022.

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