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The Russell Hustle

The Russell Hustle is the Earth's most exhaustive Kurt Russell fancast. Each episode, Nick, Ryan, Ben, and Tom will delve deep into the actor's filmography, share his unauthorized biography, and even explore some of his family's films.

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The Russell Hustle - Ep. 33: Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope and Kurt Russell's Han Solo Audition

Dec 12, 2023

What were Hobbits strict about? What are philanthropists? Do brooms exist in the Star Wars universe? On this episode, the boys strike back to answer all of these questions and more. It's another What Kurt Have Been, all about Star Wars Episode IV - A New Hope, as Kurt Russell was up for the roles of both Han Solo and Luke Skywalker. Bonus—the boys watched Kurt's audition tape for Han Solo.

Discussion topics include: gay anarchy, novelty stamps, The Mandalorian, Baby Yoda, Bill Burr, terrorist cults, German women, caller ID, masculine stoicism, and Akira Kurosawa.