Chapter
Consequences and Compassion in Succession and Real Life
08:39 - 15:34 (06:55)
The podcast hosts discuss the concept of consequences and empathy, drawing parallels between the TV show "Succession" and real life, where consequences can feel random and arbitrary.
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The reality of crisis meetings, where people tend to be confused and unsure, is often portrayed in an undramatic way in TV shows.
08:39 - 10:45 (02:06)
Summary
The reality of crisis meetings, where people tend to be confused and unsure, is often portrayed in an undramatic way in TV shows. In contrast to the eloquent and well-argued discussions seen in shows like Sorkin's, the real world meetings are less structured and more ambiguous.
ChapterConsequences and Compassion in Succession and Real Life
Episode“Comic Cowardice or False Power” (with Lucy Prebble)
PodcastHBO's Succession Podcast
The hosts discuss the benefits of staying in a scene longer than necessary while writing a sitcom to uncover new funny moments.
10:45 - 12:58 (02:12)
Summary
The hosts discuss the benefits of staying in a scene longer than necessary while writing a sitcom to uncover new funny moments. They also mention the usefulness of comparing a potential tragic outcome as a way to brainstorm comedic scenarios.
ChapterConsequences and Compassion in Succession and Real Life
Episode“Comic Cowardice or False Power” (with Lucy Prebble)
PodcastHBO's Succession Podcast
The traits often associated with genius, such as visionary intelligence, can lead to a dangerous lack of compassion and brittleness, particularly in powerful men.
12:58 - 15:34 (02:36)
Summary
The traits often associated with genius, such as visionary intelligence, can lead to a dangerous lack of compassion and brittleness, particularly in powerful men. This can result in consequences feeling random and arbitrary.