Greg Kinnear: Talk Soup, Academy Awards, and The Power of Showing Up | E146
Podcast:In Search Of Excellence Published On: Tue Jan 14 2025 Description: Greg Kinnear is an academy award winning actor whose career spans decades, earning him acclaim across film and television for his ability to bring depth and nuance to a wide range of roles. From his Academy Award-nominated performance in As Good as It Gets to memorable roles in films like Little Miss Sunshine and You've Got Mail, Greg has demonstrated a rare talent for combining charm, wit, and emotional complexity. As one of Hollywood’s most reliable leading men, he has skillfully navigated the industry's shifting landscape, balancing critically acclaimed dramas with lighthearted comedies. Movies which Greg starred in have cumulatively sold over $2 billion in ticket sales. Timestamps00:00 – Introduction12:30 – From Indiana to Lebanon: Early Childhood and Family Influence27:15 – First Big Break (MTV to TV)41:45 – Talk Soup: How Greg Turned a Simple Concept into a Cult Hit56:20 – Leaving Talk Soup and Walking Away from Fame and Big Money1:11:00 – Lessons on Rejection and Staying Relevant1:26:30 – Transition to Movies and Earning an Oscar Nomination1:43:50 – Balancing Career and FamilyPurpose2:01:10 – Advice on Resilience, Risk-Taking, and Staying True to YourselfWant to Connect? Reach out to us online!Instagram | 1-on-1 Coaching | YouTube | TikTok | LinkedIn