
Painting With John (2021)
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Erik Mockus — Editor
Episodes 18
Bob Ross Was Wrong
After contemplating how to open his show, John discusses his parents’ approach to nurturing their kids’ creativity and his lack of trust in someone until he has heard them laugh.
Read MoreThe Explosion Story
John crashes his seventh drone in his attempt to film a show open. Next, he shares how his cancer treatment led to a middle-of-the-night disastrous shrimp curry incident and recalls meeting Barry White.
Read MoreFame Is Bad
John explains the origin of the painting he made in “honor” of Gore Vidal, tells the story of the now-famous actor who used to clean his house, and ponders the toll that fame took on his friend Anthony Bourdain.
Read MoreThe Disappearance of Chicken Man
John contemplates uncanny disappearances on the island where he lives. Next, he tells the story of being turned away from the DMV at 17 and how his mother tried to intervene.
Read MoreFinding Rudolph
John considers the complex songs of tree frogs, recounts ongoing attempts to make his cameraman Erik laugh, and reflects on the challenges and benefits of painting with watercolors. Season finale.
Read MoreChildren Kicking Hamburger All Over the Highway
John yells at the moon for not keeping an appointment and gives a lecture about new technology in the theater.
Read MoreThe Bugs Are Winning
John recounts the time Joey Ramone waved at him.
Read MoreYour Hands Have Turned into Lightbulbs
John scares people on bicycles while trying to explain that life is a beautiful and wonderful thing.
Read MoreOld Man Dancing
John talks about attending the 1962 World Series with his father.
Read MoreHermits Unite
John laments how he, the world, and airports are absolute messes before offering a public service announcement on TV binge-watching.
Read MoreThe Sea Monster
John discusses getting older and Nesrin floats away to music.
Read MoreMy Friend Flea
John receives a visit from his friend Flea, and the two find endless time to catch up… in prison.
Read MoreHow the Music Is Made
John gathers a group of remarkable musicians to write, rehearse, and record music for this season of the show.
Read MoreThe Night Hunters
John shares his appreciation for his long-time assistant and friend Nesrin… and his epic collection of luminary toast.
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