Kevin Bacon Explains How to Succeed at Any Role, in Any Situation Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu
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On this episode of Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu, Kevin Bacon discusses the need for connection that underlies the “Six Degrees” meme, and shares the story of a successful career that was built on connection and long-lasting relationships. He also talks about realizing that his strength is in being a character actor, not necessarily a leading man, and describes his process for inhabiting the roles he plays so well. [Original air date: June 30, 2020].
This episode is brought to you by:
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SHOW NOTES:
Kevin is quite thankful that he is able to live a very privileged lifestyle [2:16]
Kevin describes life on the road as an actor [5:26]
Absence really can make the heart grow fonder [8:37]
Kevin is completely fine with not being a lead character in a movie [11:45]
Kevin talks about playing a character that is fairly similar to him [14:43]
Marriage is something we put on a pedestal but statistically, it doesn’t usually work [18:06]
Kevin advocates that playing together helps his marriage more than the work they put in [22:09]
Kevin was so hungry to be famous, but he is actually ambivalent about being famous [27:06]
Kevin felt strongly connected to other actors in theater, but not in movies [30:29]
Kevin describes the sense of family in independent films and in theater [35:40]
Kevin discusses the protocol for returning to work during the pandemic [41:47]
Kevin advocates creating your own material even if you aren’t a budding producer [45:04]
Kevin gets asked to play roles that are all over the map [47:47]
Kevin describes his process for inhabiting a role [50:36]
Kevin and Tom discuss what it means to be a producer or a director [54:52]
FOLLOW:
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TWITTER: https://bit.ly/2CKTo5N
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Legendary Mindset: Mindset & Self-Improvement
Money Mindset: Business & Finance
Relationship Theory: Relationships
Health Theory: Mental & Physical Health
Power Ups: Weekly Doses of Short Motivational Quotes
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On this episode of Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu, Kevin Bacon discusses the need for connection that underlies the “Six Degrees” meme, and shares the story of a successful career that was built on connection and long-lasting relationships. He also talks about realizing that his strength is in being a character actor, not necessarily a leading man, and describes his process for inhabiting the roles he plays so well. [Original air date: June 30, 2020].
This episode is brought to you by:
Wagner Spray Tech: https://bit.ly/2WNICDs Helix Sleep: Get up to $200 off all mattresses at https://helixsleep.com/impact
Tresta: Start your free 30-day trial at tresta.com/impact
SHOW NOTES:
Kevin is quite thankful that he is able to live a very privileged lifestyle [2:16]
Kevin describes life on the road as an actor [5:26]
Absence really can make the heart grow fonder [8:37]
Kevin is completely fine with not being a lead character in a movie [11:45]
Kevin talks about playing a character that is fairly similar to him [14:43]
Marriage is something we put on a pedestal but statistically, it doesn’t usually work [18:06]
Kevin advocates that playing together helps his marriage more than the work they put in [22:09]
Kevin was so hungry to be famous, but he is actually ambivalent about being famous [27:06]
Kevin felt strongly connected to other actors in theater, but not in movies [30:29]
Kevin describes the sense of family in independent films and in theater [35:40]
Kevin discusses the protocol for returning to work during the pandemic [41:47]
Kevin advocates creating your own material even if you aren’t a budding producer [45:04]
Kevin gets asked to play roles that are all over the map [47:47]
Kevin describes his process for inhabiting a role [50:36]
Kevin and Tom discuss what it means to be a producer or a director [54:52]
FOLLOW:
INSTAGRAM: https://bit.ly/2NJKJmt
FACEBOOK: https://bit.ly/31jAtsN
TWITTER: https://bit.ly/2CKTo5N
Are You Ready for EXTRA Impact?
If you’re ready to find true fulfillment, strengthen your focus, and ignite your true potential, the Impact Theory subscription was created just for you.
Want to transform your health, sharpen your mindset, improve your relationship, or conquer the business world? This is your epicenter of greatness.
This is not for the faint of heart. This is for those who dare to learn obsessively, every day, day after day.
Subscription Benefits:
Unlock the gates to a treasure trove of wisdom from inspiring guests like Andrew Huberman, Mel Robbins, Hal Elrod, Matthew McConaughey, and many, many, more
New episodes delivered ad-free
Exclusive access to Tom’s AMAs, keynote speeches, and suggestions from his personal reading list
You’ll also get access to an 5 additional podcasts with hundreds of archived Impact Theory episodes, meticulously curated into themed playlists covering health, mindset, business, relationships, and more:
Legendary Mindset: Mindset & Self-Improvement
Money Mindset: Business & Finance
Relationship Theory: Relationships
Health Theory: Mental & Physical Health
Power Ups: Weekly Doses of Short Motivational Quotes
Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3PCvJaz
Subscribe on all other platforms (Google Podcasts, Spotify, Castro, Downcast, Overcast, Pocket Casts, Podcast Addict, Podcast Republic, Podkicker, and more) : https://impacttheorynetwork.supercast.com/