Podcast Summary: The Nightly – "A Star Is Born (Josh's Version)"

Podcast: The Nightly
Host: Hatch Podcasts
Episode: A Star Is Born (Josh's Version)
Date: February 24, 2026

Overview

In this episode, hosts Jack East and Josh cozy up in the Hatch Pillow Fort for a whimsical, soothing late-night conversation designed to help listeners wind down before bed. The evening’s main feature is a playful, reconstructed retelling of the film A Star Is Born—Josh-style—with plenty of digressions, jokes, and pop culture observations. Expect easy camaraderie, movie reflections, and the warm, inviting banter that's become the show’s signature.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

Pillow Fort Vibes & Sleep-Themed Roasting

• The hosts kick things off by settling into their relaxation routine, discussing the importance of ideal sleep temperatures and how podcasting about sleep is shaping their everyday humor.
  • Quote:
    “My insults are starting to also be sleep based now, where I be like, man, I hope your pillow ain't never cool.” – Jack (01:06)
  • Exchange sleep-related "curses" as playful roasts—like wishing someone’s pillow is always hot or they have an insomniac eagle outside.

San Francisco & Travel Anecdotes (01:51–05:02)

• Both hosts are heading to San Francisco and share their thoughts on the city's distinctive "vibe," likening its walkable neighborhoods to the Midwest but noting the challenge of hilly streets.
  • Quote:
    “The energy and the walkability of San Francisco, sans the hills, feel a little bit more Midwestern to me.” – Jack (02:55)
• Joke about flattening ("smushing") the city's hilly streets and reminisce about first meeting each other at a comedy festival.

Comedy Festivals & Live Sleep Show Ideas (04:34–06:02)

• Discuss the San Francisco Sketch Fest and broader comedy festival scene.
• Pitch humorous concepts for a live version of the podcast where the audience falls asleep together in a theater with reclining seats.
  • Quote:
    “We set up like cots… and we talk to them and they go to sleep together. Live sleep. 100C theater. Live. Sleep. Live show.” – Jack (05:35)

"Do You Remember": Retelling A Star Is Born (06:22–23:02)

Josh's Unscripted Movie Recap (06:22–20:52)

• Josh embarks on recalling A Star Is Born without notes, while Jack admits he hasn’t seen it.

• Plot Points as Recalled by Josh:

  • Bradley Cooper plays Jackson Maine, a heartbroken, heavy-drinking country singer.
  • Lady Gaga (playing Ally) is discovered in a bar; her singing talent is recognized.
  • Ally lives with her father (played by Andrew Dice Clay).
  • Jackson invites Ally into his musical and personal life—her star quickly rises while his declines.
  • The duo performs their hit "Shallow." Ally’s career escalates rapidly: billboards, SNL appearances, and a Grammy nomination.
  • Jackson spirals. Tensions grow as Ally’s music becomes more pop, leading to upheaval in both their relationship and his personal well-being.
  • Jackson embarrasses Ally at the Grammys by stumbling, falling, and urinating on stage (13:34).
  • Eventually, Jackson dies ("untimely demise"), and Ally must navigate grief and fame.

• Notable Quotes:

  • “He’s been drinking and singing so long, he doesn’t even know. You know, the irony is he thinks he’s making authentic art about his feelings. He’s not dealing with his feelings in his real life.” – Josh (15:42)
  • “Lady Gaga did a movie that was like, but in the movie, I have to be just as big as I am outside of the movie.” – Jack (16:06)
  • “A star is born, and then a star gets kind of put on life support.” – Josh (14:33)

• Josh notes this version is just one of several adaptations.

Tangents & Actor Talk (18:52–22:52)

• Sidebar into other Bradley Cooper roles (e.g., Maestro, Wedding Crashers, Rocket Raccoon in Marvel movies) and actor cameos (Dave Chappelle, Andrew Dice Clay).
• Humor about Lady Gaga’s over-the-top accent work in House of Gucci.
• Both hosts agree that, thanks to this retelling, Jack never needs to actually watch A Star Is Born.

Closing Reflections (22:52–23:02)

• Light-hearted wrap-up as hosts bid each other (and the audience) good night, appreciating the cozy chat and the joys of pop culture “bedtime stories.”

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments with Timestamps

• On Sleep-Based Insults:
  “I hope your pillow is always hot. I hope you toss and turn, toss and turn.” – Jack (01:22)
• On San Francisco's Hills:
  “Smush the streets. Joshua Jenkins.” – Jack (03:51)
• On Live Sleep Shows:
  “We set up like cots… and we talk to them and they go to sleep together. Live sleep.” – Jack (05:35)
• On Lady Gaga’s Rise in the Movie:
  “But in the movie, I have to be just as big as I am outside of the movie.” – Jack (16:06)
• On Jackson’s Downfall:
  “He’s a mess. He’s hammered. She is not pleased… he stumbles on stage while… at the Grammys and pees his pants on stage at the Grammys. Yeah, it’s tough.” – Josh (17:23–18:34)
• On Cooper’s Range as an Actor:
  "I also love when he plays a little furry raccoon." – Jack (22:05)

Important Segments with Timestamps

• Pillow Fort Banter & Sleep Roasts: 00:30–01:38
• San Francisco Talk & Comedy Festival Memories: 01:51–06:07
• Do You Remember: A Star Is Born (Full Recap): 06:22–20:52
• Bradley Cooper & Lady Gaga Tangents: 20:52–22:52
• Closing Goodnights: 22:52–23:05

Tone & Language

• Friendly, cozy, and humor-filled.
• Emphasis on winding down, with easy-going and sometimes self-effacing movie and pop culture chat.
• Conversational style designed to soothe and entertain, suitable for bedtime listening.

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