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Episode 213: Ed K. Cease & Desist, Robert Duvall, and Cursed and Feuded Movies

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Find us @ https://linktr.ee/drummingupconversation?utm_source=linktree_profile_shareThis episode is sponsored by Naked Fig Soap visit the website @ https://www.nakedfigsoap.com and enter code DRUMMINGUP for 20% off at check out. Podcast Art by Paul Voorhees @ Voorhees Arts. Find him on Facebook at Facebook.com/Voorheesarts and on Instagram @ VoorheesartsShow email: ⁠[email protected]⁠Find us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube @ Drummingupconversation and on Twitter or X @ Drumconversing Intro and outro music by Temporal Displacement. Find them on Spotify @https://open.spotify.com/artist/4zFRZRTQZrWGQWsjI7ixHM?si=K4vuar_5QHmca1KE8rNVEQ or wherever you stream your music. Their new concept album The Spartacus War is out now!Justin and Andrea discussed Ed K. singer of Live receiving a cease and desist letter regarding the use of the band name, which was a "big win" for True Live fans. They also talked about the death of actor Robert Duvall, noting his roles in The Godfather 1 & 2, Gone in 60 Seconds, and Apocalypse Now, as well as his professional tango dancing.The discussion focused on several cursed movies and their associated tragedies. The participants discussed the Omen, Poltergeist, The Crow, and an unfinished film called Atook, highlighting various on-set accidents, actor deaths, and other eerie occurrences. They noted connections between the Lee family and The Crow, as well as the curious fate of the Atook project, which was never made due to a string of unfortunate events involving its potential cast members.The discussion focused on the tragic and toxic conditions during the filming of "The Wizard of Oz," highlighting several accidents and health issues. Buddy Ebsen, the original Tin Man, was hospitalized after inhaling aluminum powder, while Jack Haley, his replacement, suffered an eye infection.They discussed the feud between Tippi Hedren and Alfred Hitchcock, where Hedren alleged severe sexual harassment, obsession, and professional sabotage. She detailed Hitchcock's controlling behavior, including forcing Hedren to shoot a traumatic scene in The Birds and preventing her from working with other directors. Drumming also mentioned that Hedren now runs a big cat sanctuary in California. The discussion primarily focused on Pat McAfee's career trajectory, including his upcoming role in the TV show Tulsa King and his successful transition from football to media. The conversation also touched on the success of other figures like Jake Paul and Gina Carano, emphasizing themes of self-making and perseverance despite online negativity. The hosts mentioned upcoming events, including a pouring event and a wrestling-themed gathering, and reflected on their own podcast's growth and improvement over time.

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