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The Smallest Smile

May 09, 2026 / 00:57

This episode features a discussion on facial expressions and the art of smiling, with a focus on subtlety and perception.

The hosts engage in a practical exercise where one demonstrates how to create a small, perceivable smile while maintaining a neutral face. They emphasize the importance of doing less than one might think to achieve the desired effect.

Throughout the conversation, there are light-hearted moments as the hosts encourage each other, sharing personal anecdotes about their experiences with facial expressions in performance.

The episode highlights the nuances of communication through non-verbal cues, showcasing how small changes can make a significant impact.

TLDR

Hosts discuss the nuances of smiling and non-verbal communication.

Episode

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Super easy. You look down and when you come back, you come back with a neutral face and then you do the smallest smile
00:00:07
you can do. It has to be You're going to be so good at it. It has to be perceivable as a smile. I'm going to go
00:00:13
first just to give you a sense. >> I ALREADY KNOW IT. >> Right into the camera.
00:00:16
>> Yeah. Okay. >> I'm not going to be able to do it. >> You're going to be able to do it. I'm
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going to give you one direction. Do less than you think. >> It's almost nothing cuz that red. Right.
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Right. >> It has to read as a smile, but it has to be small. >> I love you. I want to see another one,
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though. Can I see another one? Just because it's too good. >> All right.
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>> Very good. >> Very dark. >> Yeah. Yeah. >> I loved you in perfect days.
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>> Go ahead. Here it is. Slam Tino. >> You'd be good.

Episode Highlights

  • The Art of Smiling
    A guide on how to convey emotions with subtlety in performance.
    “Do less than you think.”
    @ 00m 24s
    May 09, 2026
  • A Moment of Connection
    An emotional exchange highlighting the bond between performer and director.
    “I love you. I want to see another one.”
    @ 00m 35s
    May 09, 2026

Episode Quotes

  • You're going to be so good at it.
    The Smallest Smile
  • I love you. I want to see another one.
    The Smallest Smile
  • I loved you in perfect days.
    The Smallest Smile

Key Moments

  • Encouragement00:07
  • Admiration00:35
  • Nostalgia00:45