Ep 39. Amanda Peet, veggie card cutter Rick Smith Jr.
- October 26, 2006
On this episode of The Ellen DeGeneres Show season 4, episode 39, actress Amanda Peet and veggie card cutter Rick Smith Jr. join the host for an entertaining and informative show.
The episode begins with Ellen welcoming her audience and talking about her love for cards. She then introduces Rick Smith Jr., who is a world-renowned card thrower and magician. Rick shows off his impressive skills by slicing a cucumber in half with a card, and then proceeds to throw a card through a celery stick. Ellen is in awe of his talents and even attempts to throw a card herself, with less than successful results.
Next, Ellen sits down with Amanda Peet to discuss her latest projects. Amanda is promoting her new movie, The X-Files: I Want to Believe, in which she plays the role of an FBI agent. The actress talks about the challenges of playing a law enforcement official, as well as the excitement of being a part of such an iconic franchise.
As the conversation continues, Ellen and Amanda discuss the actress’ life as a mother of two, as well as her passion for activism. Amanda is an advocate for numerous causes, including climate change awareness and gun control reform, and she shares her thoughts on why it’s important for celebrities to use their platforms for good.
After the interview, the show moves back to Rick Smith Jr., who demonstrates his card-throwing abilities once again. This time, he throws a card through a watermelon, leaving Ellen and the audience amazed and impressed.
As the episode comes to a close, Ellen surprises Rick by presenting him with his own deck of cards that feature his face on them. The two then play a quick game of Blackjack, with Ellen emerging victorious.
Overall, the episode is filled with laughter, entertainment, and informative conversations. Amanda Peet and Rick Smith Jr. are both engaging and talented guests, and Ellen’s wit and humor keep the show fast-paced and enjoyable. Fans of the show and newcomers alike will find plenty to enjoy in this episode.
