The One With Adam Shankman

Sibling Rivalry

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Entertainment News, Comedy Interviews, Comedy, News

4.9 • 11.4K Ratings

🗓️ 8 June 2026

⏱️ 75 minutes

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Summary

Bob and Monét welcome director, choreographer, and producer Adam Shankman. Adam talks about directing Stop! That! Train! and his approach to directing, and Monét reflects on working with Adam in Stop! That! Train!. They discuss The Shawshank Redemption vs. The Green Mile and share stories about Lady Gaga, John Travolta, and Adam's encounters with Oprah. Adam recalls John Waters' reaction to the Hairspray movie, who he might cast in Hairspray today, and their appreciation for Amanda Bynes. Plus, he breaks down how he got involved with RuPaul's Drag Race, walks through the process of directing a Rusical, reveals his favorite lip syncs, and imagines how he would direct a movie version of Rent. Thanks to our sponsors: HomeChef.com/RIVALRY for 50% OFF your first box and free dessert for life! Go to RO.CO/RIVALRY to see if you qualify. Go to https://baskandlatherco.com and use code RIVALRY for 20% off. Take the first step. Visit WaldenU.edu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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1:11.6	Can't you feel it? The excitement, the group chance, the atmosphere.
1:15.6	Well...
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