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749: Josh Peck | Happy People Are Annoying


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We know that facing and accepting our past can be hard sometimes, however, we can learn the best life lessons from those difficult situations. This is what Josh Peck reflects in his book “Happy People Are Annoying”, the culmination of years of learning, growing, and finding bright spots in the scary parts of life. 


Josh is an actor, writer, Youtuber, television superstar, and one of the most recognizable faces of a generation. He rose to prominence when he starred for four seasons as the comedic center of Nickelodeon’s hit show Drake & Josh. 


You don’t want to miss this thoughtful-provoking episode!


Things you will learn in this episode:

[00:01 - 09:01] Opening Segment 

  • Josh shares a bit of his background 
  • Being part of the last generation without social media
  • Josh introduces his book Happy People Are Annoying 
  • What pushed Josh to star as a career at a super young age
  • [09:02 - 25:55] Happy People Are Annoying

    • How Josh's relationship with money evolved over time
    • People who worry about money and people who don't have any
    • Josh’s experience jumping into the online world
    • The transition of going into social media 
    • How Josh’s identity was wrapped up in being an actor
    • What drives Josh to be an actor
    • A quick word from our sponsor
    • [25:56 - 42:14] Be Yourself Can’t Be Misinterpreted

      • The ability to find solace in things that he could control
      • It took a long time to stop trying to control and to need certainty
      • Josh shares his journey in the book writing process
      • Josh’s outlook on being part of scale projects
      • Having a feeling of pressure because you want to be great
      • People within the industry that Josh’s looked at as role model
      • People that have got a great family life and a great career
      • How you can deal with rejection
      • [42:15 - 47:13] Closing Segment 

        • Josh's curiosity about him and how people live their lives

        Want to connect with Josh? You can follow him on  Instagram and Twitter. Make sure to get a copy of his book Happy People Are Annoying, a wonderfully candid memoir from one of the most recognizable faces of a generation!

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        Tweetable Quotes: 

        “Money is a great servant, but a terrible master.” - Josh Peck


        “I needed to know that I was doing everything in my power to be the best version of what it is I do.” - Josh Peck


        “Pain is a great motivator. I never learned anything on a good day.” - Josh Peck



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