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Michael Hurst on fall out with Hercules co-star Kevin Sorbo and why Lucy Lawless has it out for him

September 03, 202400:56
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while we're on the subject of Kevin I
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have to say it is eternally sad to me
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that he's become a right-wing Trump
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voting conspiracy he's just a complete
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we did keep up quite a while afterwards
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we emailed regularly and um I did some
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work with him in Vancouver when we got
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to the lockdown and he started sending
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me all this stuff about jinda that was
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all from qanon and all that I emailed
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him I said Kevin we're going to have to
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disagree agree to disagree or our
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friendship such as it is won't survive
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and that's the last I I think really
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there was um like a a comedy made last
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week about carel H at that point even if
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you're friends you have to home a
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Simpson back into the yeah yeah and
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Lucy's got it really in for him you know
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she's like no she's very outspoken yeah
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and he has dug himself rather a big hole
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and of course it doesn't sound very good
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when you're complaining that you don't
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get work because you're conservative or
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Christian that's not a good look I don't
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think

Podspun Insights

In this episode, the conversation takes a sharp turn as the host reflects on the disheartening transformation of a once-close friend, Kevin. The discussion dives into the complexities of friendships strained by political beliefs, particularly as Kevin has embraced right-wing ideologies and conspiracy theories. The host candidly shares their attempts to maintain the friendship through email exchanges, only to find themselves at an impasse over Kevin's increasingly radical views. The emotional weight of this realization is palpable, as the host grapples with the loss of a connection that once brought joy. The episode also touches on the broader implications of such ideological divides, highlighting the challenges of navigating friendships in a polarized world. With a mix of humor and heartache, listeners are invited to reflect on their own relationships and the impact of differing beliefs.

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Episode Highlights

  • Navigating Friendship
    Discussing how differing beliefs can strain relationships.
    “We have to disagree to keep our friendship.”
    @ 00m 22s
    September 03, 2024
  • A Big Hole
    Commenting on the consequences of controversial opinions.
    “He has dug himself rather a big hole.”
    @ 00m 43s
    September 03, 2024

Episode Quotes

Key Moments

  • Friendship Strain00:22
  • Controversial Opinions00:43