John Cena, Vol. III

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John Cena (1:00)

James, they built this huge beach in Atlanta and like they built a fucking beach in a back lot. And James is like 500 yards away with a megaphone shouting stuff. He's like, oh no, stop, wait, just, I'm coming over.

Josh Horowitz (1:14)

Oh no.

John Cena (1:15)

Came over and was like, hey, just, just be a douchey bro-y Captain America.

Daisy Ridley (1:20)

Prepare your ears, humans. Happy Sad Confused begins now.

Josh Horowitz (1:28)

Hey guys, it's Josh. Welcome to another edition of Happy Sad Confused. Today on the show, John Cena, he's one of the biggest actors on the planet. He's one of the biggest human beings on the planet. He's here on the podcast for the third time. He's always a fascinating conversation and this one is no different. Thanks guys, as always, for checking out the podcast. Remember to hit that subscribe button on YouTube, on Spotify, however you're doing it, I don't care. Just do the thing. You know what to do. And remember, if you like what I do, check out our Patreon, patreon.com/happysadconfused.

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Okay, so let's talk John Cena for a second.

This guy's fascinating. He delivers fascinating interviews. Pearls of wisdom just rip off of him. He is a deep thinker. He doesn't take anything lightly. His work, these conversations, this one is, I think, our third round of Happy Sad Confused with John, and he always surprises me in the best possible way. Yes, we talk about his new movie, Matchbox The Movie, which is super fun and entertaining. It's on Apple TV this week. Check it out. But also we go into, I don't know, his approach to life and career and balancing it all. He talks about, you know, taking a stab at acting in 2006, 20 years ago, and failing, frankly failing, and being given a second chance in more recent years. We talk a lot about James Gunn and Peacemaker. We talk about the end of his wrestling career at length. He goes in deep about why he decided to leave when he did and how it all went down, and is really reflective in the best possible way. I always learn a ton talking to John about his life, but also just life in general. And I'm always just so appreciative that one of the busiest men on the planet comes on this little podcast. So I think you guys are going to enjoy this. I know I did. Here we go. Me and the one and only John Cena. Enjoy. John Cena, you're back on the podcast.

John Cena (3:22)

Yeah, thanks so much.

Josh Horowitz (3:23)

I appreciate you always. I was just saying, time is the most valuable commodity as far as I'm concerned. And you've been very generous with your time over the years with me. So I thank you, buddy. Great to be back.

John Cena (3:32)

And I apparently didn't ruin it enough to be asked back. So thank you so much.

Josh Horowitz (3:36)

We're going to get you into the Five Timers Club. This is your third time on the podcast.

John Cena (3:40)

Okay.

Josh Horowitz (3:40)

You get a free hat when you're on Five Times, John.

John Cena (3:43)

All right. Okay. I got something to strive for.

Josh Horowitz (3:46)

That's what I feel like.

John Cena (3:47)

Love the gamification of that. I like that.

Josh Horowitz (3:49)

Just trying whatever I can do.

Congratulations on the movie. We're going to cover that and many things today. Matchbox The Movie is the film. Last time I saw you, San Diego Comic Con.

John Cena (4:00)