In this episode of the podcast, we dive deep into Three Kings (1999) and share the unbelievable true story of how my dad’s special effects makeup work became so realistic that federal investigators got involved. From exploding cows to multiple bullet squibs, detailed prosthetic wounds, and the legendary bullet-through-the-torso shot, my dad helped create some of the film’s most unforgettable practical effects in this film — all before CGI took over. We break down how these iconic moments were made, what it was like working on a major studio production alongside George Clooney, Mark Wahlberg, and Spike Jonze, and how one comment from director David O. Russell set off a chain reaction for my dad. Along the way, we share behind-the-scenes stories you won’t find on any DVD commentary and explore why Three Kings is unfortunately still so relevant to today’s world. (Please note that this episode contains conversations on the Gulf War and gun violence)