My Favourite Bit
My Favourite Bit
Kunal Rao
Writer, comedian and self-proclaimed philosopher, Kunal Rao, takes his favourite scene, dialogue or moment from film, music or print, and explains why it was his favourite bit. A collection of insightful audio essays, the podcast is discerning, existential, and yet personal, as Kunal shares instances from his own journey, showing how popular culture can teach us the best of lessons when we least expect it. "My Favourite Bit - Lessons from popular culture" You can find him on social media at @kunalrao
E15: The artist’s purpose – A Star Is Born
Film: A Star is Born (2018) Summary: The third remake of the same story has one line that captures the very essence of every artist. I cannot stress how much this one thing can change the way you see art. References: Baz Luhrmann – Sunscreen: https://bit.ly/3tJyIkH Dil Chahta Hai - https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0292490/
Feb 19, 2021
9 min
E14: Can logic save us from emotions? – Star Trek (2009)
The conflict felt by Spock, who is part Vulcan part human, is the writer’s way of holding up the mirror to human’s everyday conflict of emotion vs logic. In the end, is peace more important than authenticity?Books referred:Emotional Intelligence - Daniel Goleman
Jan 22, 2021
11 min
E13: Your weakness is your strength - Miracle
A true story about the American Olympics ice hockey team of 1980, we see how a good coach can change an entire team's abilities with some creativity and insight. And say hello to the benefits of psychology, because choosing the right players is more important than the best players.Film - Miracle.
Jan 14, 2021
11 min
E12: Reassessing 'Revenge' - Joe Somebody
There are other ways for nerds to get fight back against the bully! But there's only one that sets the pace.Joe's decision to fight a rematch after being bullied is a classy way to take a stand for himself. I describe why this scene was My Favourite Bit in the film.
Jan 8, 2021
11 min
E11: Do I call too often? - Tamborine (Chris Rock)
In my latest episode, Chris Rock proves that excessive interaction with your spouse can actually do damage to the relationship. From his 2019 stand up special 'Tamborine'.
Dec 3, 2020
11 min
E10: The One doesn't exist - Definitely, Maybe
Is it possible that in a population of 7.5 billion people, there is only one person for you? How absurd does that sound? And even if it were true, is there a more efficient way to find that person? Because the process of finding the one feels a lot like scrounging about searching for a cell phone in a tote bag. Are they meant to magically appear into our lives? These and many more questions answered in this episode with Isla Fisher and Ryan Reynolds from Definitely, Maybe
Nov 26, 2020
12 min
E09: Attitude is everything - Baywatch Hawaii
Is attitude something you can just switch on? Can 'nice' people get pissed and use that to get their mental game on? Found the answer in an unexpected place - Baywatch, back in 2000.
Nov 19, 2020
9 min
E08: Will sadness take over my life? - Inside Out
One of my favourite films, Inside Out shared insights on what our future my possibly look like. In this episode i talk a subtle observation that many may not have noticed, about the mom and her emotions.
Nov 12, 2020
7 min
E07: When can I date again? - 28 Days
Two scenes from the 2000 Sandra Bullock film "28 Days" share some insights i hadn't thought of before. How does one know if they are ready to date? And how does one control the outcome of their life? Two big questions. One film.
Nov 5, 2020
10 min
E06: Why we hate what we do - Sweet November
It is in competence that we find satisfaction in life. Not in an abstract concept called passion. Because along with competence comes a whole host of amazing things – pride, validation, money, promotions, fame, a good night’s rest and life fulfilment.
Oct 28, 2020
8 min
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