Billy & Dom Talk to Rufiooo (Dante Basco)!

[@skinnysnorlax9356]

I never thought I’d see a day where Merry & Pippin got a life-changing field trip with Zuko before Toph ever did. 😤😫

[@PrincessMeggala0913]

Hahahahahaha. This is the best comment 🤣

[@GlasgowMick50]

Outstanding comment. Best one I'll see today 😂

[@Whowascooley]

😂😂😂 Epic!

[@ilyastormheart8944]

LMFAO that's so true tho

[@agentwashington2946]

Fantastic

[@darondax]

Rufio! Rufio! RU-FI-OOOOOOO!!!!

[@GeenoGab]

I love the vibes of this conversation. No one trying too hard to be funny. Just a casual and chill conversation. Merry, Pippin, and Rufio are in one room chillin.

[@guineveredawn]

Dante was one of the first Filipinos to represent us in Hollywood, so I’m so glad To see him looking well, and still having that spark! Salamat, Dante!!

[@NitaKerns]

Omg I had the biggest crush on RU-FI-OOOOOOO!!! I loved his style and his attitude and how badass he was! I also LOVE LOVE LOVE Dante in But Im A Cheerleader! Its a goofy movie, but has such an important message and I love Dante for being a part of it.

[@wishingonthemoon1]

With such a wonderful and distinctive speaking voice, how did I NOT know that Rufio and Zuko were played by the same actor??? What a cool guest for such cool hosts, this video needs more listens/views 😎

[@claracarmona5388]

I love Dante Basco he's fantastic actor, this episode just made my day 🙂

[@kathrynboland7975]

Made my WEEK 🤩

[@dunedain-Dave91]

At 7:53 seconds it was subtle but Dom was basically saying that Corey Feldman confused him with Billy, lol it was subtle but hilarious. Just another example of somebody else confusing Billy and Dom! 😂

[@ruthbennett7563]

Not to gainsay such a wonderful authority, but “Gallus” is not just a Scottish term. It’s Latin for “rooster” (Gallus domesticus is the scientific name for farm chickens/roosters.) So I suppose it makes perfect sense for a descriptor meaning fancy, proud, showy, or otherwise splendiferous. It’s some mighty erudite slang to my ears. I thoroughly enjoyed this show, especially your charming guest. Thanks again for putting more joy into the world. We all need it!

[@RoseBaggins]

So instead of strutting around like a peacock, he's strutting like a rooster. 😏

[@justynmiller8461]

It is often fascinating to learn things like this. I grew up in the heart of Appalachia in West Virginia and there are old phrases like this there which I did not realize are old Scottish terms. West Virginia holds a lot of old Scottish even in our accent. Some older Appalachians can sound Scottish in their accents from time to time.

[@tonymantia8452]

This is the perfect meeting of the two great podcasts: The Friendship Onion, and Avatar: Bending the Elements

[@comeondown12345]

I just wish I could watch Bending the elements on KZbin with video...

[@halfblooddutchprince]

Bangarang, Zuko! He's about to turn 47 and looks great! Xavier Woods dressed as Rufio was awesome! Glad he brought that up. Edit: Please have him on again!

[@lautarocurbelo7459]

The fucking voice of Prince Zuko, i love it. I watch the show in latino but i can recognize it too

[@skinnysnorlax9356]

23:39 Katara would be driven to drink after an hour of dealing with Pippin in trying to teach him waterbending, and Gandalf would be all like “I know, right? I actually died one time because that curious little wanker knocked a corpse down a well!!”

[@iamthesolitarymaninblack]

I remember seeing Dante in Hook. You should also see The Debut.

[@coltonc4744]

Ahhhhh Dante Basco is literally my childhood! From Hook to Avatar to most importantly and my favorite Extremedays!!!

[@Gideonhunter]

"Hey! those are fighting words"

[@joeyallen1609]

I really hoped they were going to talk about Extremedays. I quote that movie all the time and no one ever gets the reference.

[@larrynintendo6838]

Being a little kid and seeing Hook really impacted me. Rufio was like the coolest dude, rad, tough, but also fair and good hearted. He is a leader, flashy, and standoffish with Peter, but once he shows he is Pan he becomes his best ally and friend! Cool lessons for a kid who maybe is a bit edgy like i was haha.

[@mashpolson1]

Merry and Pippin chatting to Jake Long: American Dragon, this is the stuff dreams are made of!!

[@jmfoster]

I had the honor and privilege of meeting Dante in 2019 and it made my inner child squeal! And my outer child too. He was super courteous of me as I fangirled out of my mind lol.

[@beartoe08]

Wow! What perfect timing for my avatar question to be read. What a special treat this was. Aside from my question being read, the material itself and definitely the guest, Prince Zuko himself is what made this my favorite episode of The Friendship Onion. Love the podcast, you guys are great...and Billy, watch Avatar The Last Airbender!

[@hellosurge4622]

Ru-Fi-Ohhhhhhhhhh. He sounds exactly the same. Haha. Such an important character from my childhood. Hook is, and will always be, mine and my dads movie. Thanks for everything! Glad he’s doing alright. Er-er-er-er-Errrrrr!

[@zachfoster1847]

My wife and I met him at a convention in the pre covid days. He was super nice and very giving of his time. So cool to see him on our favorite podcast show, The Friendship Onion!

[@happytime2781]

for me Dante was the smoothest guest from all so far in Friendship Onion and I don't even know the dude 😅

[@katjamiles4473]

I love that I've caught this episode! We are currently watching Avatar: The Last Airbender for the umpteenth time and introducing it to our kid! Love! love! love!

[@PisstachioDisguisey]

Thats so awesome to hear! How are your kids liking their first viewing of it?

[@tonyajm8289]

By coincidence, I'm watching this on holiday in the Phillipines!!!

[@kane7475]

I love Dante Basco he's the coolest nicest and chilled dude ever and I hope he get to use his voice actor talent on League of Legends he would be amazing as a champion

[@jaanaffi]

Thank you, guys!! Yay - Finland and Helsinki 🙌🏼😀!

[@shippoolproductions9934]

I like how Dom is wearing a Ruffio style type earring 😁

[@joshmyoutube]

3 legends in one place, Dante is too smooth and another great podcast

[@ape153]

This was a great episode. Love seeing the other “edges” of actors. So great to learn of the other many talents of Dante.

[@Theatress09]

I didn’t know that I needed to hear and see this conversation so much! I’m so happy right now! Fire lord Zuko and the Hobbits. I’m in love.

[@auntvesuvi3872]

Thanks, Billy! Thanks, Dominic! Thanks, Dante! 🧅

[@brockmarkham7188]

My favorite guest thus far! Bang-a-rang, Rufio!!!

[@wtftv42]

someone PLEASE animate a scene of Merry, Pippin, and Zuko chillin in a room

[@bbi-bbi-bbeat-itxd1858]

I had to come watch the vid version, cause when I listened to it all I pictured was Zuko talking to Merry and Pippin lol

[@Shebeast3]

absolutely love dante,he has great style and I love his accent.this is a great episode,you 3 have great energy and I loved Billy teaching Dante Scottish phrases

[@daviddavtian4453]

This is for sure one of my favorite episode. Growing up with Hook and Avatar as a HUGE part of my childhood, and then hearing these amazing stories and interactions with Mr Hoffman and Mr Williams, and just bursting of excitment hearing Dante talking about playing League, like, I'd do anything to be in a team composed of the three of you just for 40min of crazy fun! :D

[@victoriaparker2705]

Great treat for the day before Wednesday.

[@GlasgowMick50]

Dante is one of the coolest guys on the planet. I can only hear Prince Zuko

[@magicofshootingstar]

Oh, Finland is mentioned, I'm surprised there is not more enthusiastic comment on the topic 😂 We tend to get a bit crazy when someone knows we exist 😉 And Dom and Billy both could even mention a city here. And Dante is coming to film stuff here. Welcome to Suomi Dante!

[@emily-crawford-soprano9181]

This interview was bangerang

[@debrajones5183]

Loved everything about this episode! Especially the focus on Dance 😁 Once a dancer always a dancer! ❤️ just returned to dance for first time in 19 years and this was the encouragement I needed! The line dance at fan expo.. Dom owned that! And Billy and the others were loving it to 😁.. its such a delight to watch TFO every week, it never fails to cheer me up. Thank you for all you do 🙌😊

[@chadstilson8804]

All Hail Fire Lord Zuko!!!

[@xRASTAxXxLIONx]

First time listener of the podcast and was very pleasantly surprised to hear you guys talk about WSM and Jeff Capes! Completely caught off guard! With Rufio none the less.

[@jessicathompson5739]

I could watch this cast for hours, Dante should be the third member of the cast. I didn’t think it could get better. But it did. Phenomenal:)

[@kurtsiecolferites2160]

Yaaay, love Dante Basco! Zuko is one of my favorite characters in Avatar. I love how complex he is. It was fun to learn more about him. And that lumpia looks delicious, I’ll have to try it sometime. Great guest!

[@sirkettlepot9740]

Oh this was so much fun. In my top two chapters.

[@Velour_Rose]

Amazing to hear the voice of ‘Zuko’ again!

[@kathrynboland7975]

Omggg, these guys talking about dance (which is a gigantic part of my life) made my week 🥺 Thanks for shouting out dancers Dante, we appreciate it!! Breaking is RAD and SFB is an *amazing* company! And Billy really does have a nice point. Dom, for his part, *can* dance -- Moonhaven anyone? That scene dancing with his kids tho...really beautiful choreo from Roisin Whelan! Honestly might just be me (🙃🤣) but I think it'd be AMAZING to have a choreographer on. Dana Wilson is an LA-based choreographer and movement coach to actors (for none other than "Elvis", in theaters now) -- and she's a GIGANTIC Ringer. I think she'd be awesome! K, I'll stop there, sorry but these guys hit on a huge passion of mine and I was floating 🥰 thank you so so much Billy and Dom and TFO crew!

[@sadiemiller1780]

The earring!!! Love it, Dom! Rufiooo!

[@nintendokings]

Sheesh that’s nostalgic! Great show

[@VIDK1D]

Basco is such a lovely dude

[@beccahart5963]

Dom: “He’s an exceptional farter” Billy: “And a good actor! I could do both.” 🤣🤣 These two just tickle me. I had no idea the man behind Rufio is so multi-talented and intriguing! What a lovely episode.

[@car9melo]

Just an absolutely great podcast, just 3 dudes talking, no agendas Just great

[@linden2080]

Love Dante!! Lovely collab

[@patrickungaro1447]

The collaboration I never knew I wanted!! 😍

[@HiHi-lt1cb]

This is an amazing crossover! I can't wait to watch it!!

[@majesty5972]

Love this talk! So chill and entertaining. Couldn’t stop smiling.

[@peartree8338]

Damn I some times forget how closely related we scandinavians are to Scotland. "Klappa" in Swedish. 😊

[@PrincessMeggala0913]

DANTEEEEEEEE! Gotta love him!

[@Shebeast3]

'it's not the size of the wand,it's the magic it makes' omg that must have been surreal

[@artpear7787]

man his voice is something else 😍😍

[@SharlzG]

Love lumpia. Love Dante. Love ATLA. Definitely loving this episode 😊

[@swizard0922]

This might be my favorite interview thus far!!

[@thuaners]

absolutely loved watching this!! especially the passion for LoL from everyone!

[@Ganjasmith]

One of the best guests ever! So cool, friendly and engaging. Also, on a side note, I smoked a J and for about 20 minutes I could not get over the fact that he sounds exactly like prince Zuko - blew my mind there hearing prince Zuko talk about street dancing

[@margiefilms]

Haha you guys were in Dallas!! And I was there!! You two knocked it out of the park!!

[@selena3863]

Love the show

[@ChristianAVS]

Rufio! Cool dude, Dante.

[@Shebeast3]

such humble beginnings for Dante and his brothers and sister wow I never knew that about him that's amazing he was like an apprentice under Hoffman and Williams when he got into acting that's amazing

[@humafayyaz5754]

Loved this episode! I grew up in the 90s and remember being so excited when Hook was coming out and seeing all the interviews and behind the scenes on tv. Watched the movie sooo many times in my life and always loved Rufio's performance. And now my nephew's know Dante from Avatar. It was really lovely learning about Dante's inspiring and impressive life. What an amazingly talented human being. I feel truly inspired

[@snacko30]

Dante is an amazing fellow.

[@comeondown12345]

This is epic! And pls Dante, put your podcast on video so everyone can watch it 🤗

[@crystalvandetta]

I think this was your best episode yet! WONDERFUL guest!!!

[@Crow.Author]

Merry and Pippin discussing Avatar lore with Prince Zuko doing an ad for a personal hair trimmer is quite the fever dream.

[@GusC672]

This was amazing and fun to watch, very chill.

[@raelenecobb6667]

Great guest!! Loved it from start to finish!

[@stellarart3444]

💜🎺🤩 That was a really great episode!!! I loved that. I always love this show, but that was so great. He has to come back. Keep us updated about your gaming adventures. It seems you guys have a new team member. Fucking awesome. 💜

[@Vv-mq7kx]

Been waiting for this

[@Sons_Brad_Dalton]

Amazing fellas

[@Jproartz]

I swear to god everytime zuko i mean dante says something about the avatar or anything i just get a huge smile😂

[@muscledad6551]

Billy, if you have an interest in martial arts I highly recommend looking into HEMA (Historical European Martial Arts). It focuses on the study and practice of weapons from European history, and is based on manuscripts written by historical fencing masters. Most of these manuscripts date to between the 14th and the 19th centuries and detail the use of a wide variety of weapons both in and out of armour. Some of these include the longsword, often the German or Italian styles, sword and buckler, Scottish broadsword, and even wrestling with daggers. There are clubs and even a few full time schools around the world studying it and other historical martial arts, as well as a thriving online community on KZbin and elsewhere. Thank you both so much for the authenticity that you offer, it is truly a gift.

[@masterwesty]

How have I not come across this podcast before? And why did KZbin first recommend rufio? Anyway I’m glad.

[@matthewzaborowski8575]

Dom rocking the ManU swag again!! 👍👍

[@swedishpowerm9355]

Love the Man Utd tshirt :) Glazers at the wheel, at the wheel, Glazers at the whe-el, la la la la la la la la la :D Amazing transfer window, Ronaldo desperately wants to go out of club, De Jong runs from MU like for his dear life :D Liverpool comes to Old Trafford in the third tour already :D

[@Micah-NOT-TOAST]

Yay

[@SenzuGreens]

Air Nomads love animals, perfect for Dom. Rufiooo

[@groofay]

I love how quick Dante was to correct Billy that firebenders create fire. It was like "hey, don't let that crap movie alter history like that."

[@Shebeast3]

I legit didn't think or know that it was Hoffman who played hook in hook until he took off his wig.blew my mind!

[@a.gumbellina]

I NEED to see that TikTok Billy was describing at 49:54.

[@annastevens1526]

I was worried that Dante was gonna subject them to balut!! 😂 (Fetal duck, big Pinoy delicacy) Very cool to see Rufio grown up, and see all 3 guys having so much fun geeking out over all the many interests they have in common 😊

[@andrewthomas891]

it's a smooth (smooth- sung in high pitch) smooth sac summer .......

[@camdenbaucke5477]

Woah…Billy DID drink from the Ent-draught

[@lorenabell4713]

Rufio! Rufio! Rufio!

[@NinjaHikage]

Bills: "I could do both. I could fart and act"

[@Skatedave21]

I expect an update on Billy's jobbies on a regular basis.

[@skyler7548]

The answer to the spring roll/egg roll question: egg rolls usually have pork in them. Spring rolls are all veggie

[@suziedalia5104]

I think you guys are really funny and I actually have the one ring I’d love to meet y’all have a fantastic day!!😝

[@erinsegura7032]

I think Ruffio was my first crush 😻

[@aprilrose-acoustic4433]

"Smooth Sack Summer" LOL

[@camerononeil2266]

I have never heard it called the adventures of aang here in the UK