About this episode

Jon Heder discusses his iconic role in Napoleon Dynamite and shares behind-the-scenes stories from his career.

Jon Heder stomped his moon boots into our collective hearts as Napoleon Dynamite, but before he was feeding Tina the llama, he was pulling pranks with his twin brother on all their friends and teachers.    Danielle hears all about how his classic Y2K character was born, from the signature monotone voice to his iconic chaotic perm. Jon also reveals how a last minute casting change in “Blades of Glory” led to an unrealized dream come true with his co-star, Will Ferrell.   Plus, Jon reveals how he avoids having people yell “Napoleon!” at him in the airport.    GOSH! This Teen Beat has it all, even large talons and great skills.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Host: Danielle Fishel

Guest: Jon Heder

Topics covered

• film
• comedy
• acting
• Y2K
• pranks
• character development

Keywords

• Jon Heder
• Napoleon Dynamite
• Blades of Glory
• Will Ferrell
• Y2K
• acting
• pranks

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Napoleon Dynamite, Blades of Glory

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