Episode 527 - And Now We Drink Episode 478: With Blake Blossom
Episode notes
Matt Slayer welcomes superstar Blake Blossom back to And Now We Drink for a loose, funny, and surprisingly introspective hang that bounces from soda taste tests and horror movies to sobriety, boundaries, and the future of the industry.
Over bottles of strawberry Crush, Manzanita Sol, Fanta, and cherry float Coke, Blake discussed her relationship with work and identity, and trying to live more real-life moments away from the camera.
The conversation veers through feature dancing, TikTok chaos, AI therapy, conspiracy-mode chatbots, cruises, Australia plans, and why Blake wants to be more intentional about how she connects with people. She also opens up about the weird emotional labor performers can face at conventions, the importance of firm boundaries, and the difference between fantasy access and real intimacy.
Matt and Blake dig into movies and TV, from David Lynch, Friday the 13th, The Americans, Perry Mason, and Tim Dillon, to magic shows, Criss Angel, Penn & Teller, and the psychedelic film Enter the Void. Blake also previews creative projects on the horizon, including her Back to the Future-inspired comic book concept (Blake to the Future), horror ambitions, and upcoming appearances.
By the end, the episode becomes a candid conversation about ego, growth, performer etiquette, industry mentorship, and building a healthier community—while retaining the signature And Now We Drink chaos, jokes, and beguiling tangents.
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