Ep 24. Adam Savage
- Not Rated
- February 7, 2011
In season 4 episode 24 of Kevin Pollak's Chat Show, acclaimed television personality, special effects designer, and lecturer Adam Savage joins Kevin for a conversation about his life and career in the entertainment industry.
From his beginnings as a child who loved to tinker with toys and gadgets, Adam recounts how he went on to become a designer of special effects and animatronics for some of the biggest films of the 90s and 2000s, including Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones, and the Matrix sequels.
Adam also talks about his long-running work on the popular television show "Mythbusters" where he and his team would use science and engineering principles to test the validity of various myths and urban legends. He shares some of his favorite moments from the show, including some of the more ridiculous myths they were asked to investigate and how they got their start on the show.
Throughout the course of the conversation, Adam opens up about the challenges of working in the entertainment industry, as well as the satisfaction he gets from bringing his passion for science and technology to a wider audience through his various media projects.
Despite his many successes, Adam remains humble and down-to-earth, emphasizing the importance of working collaboratively with others, as well as the importance of lifelong learning and personal growth.
Overall, this episode of Kevin Pollak's Chat Show is a must-watch for fans of Adam Savage, special effects design, and science enthusiasts alike. With Kevin's trademark wit and humor and Adam's infectious enthusiasm for his craft, viewers are sure to be thoroughly entertained and inspired.