Chapter
Working in News and Humor
14:14 - 19:28 (05:13)
The hosts discuss the difficulties of working in news and comedy and the impact it can have on a person's mindset and behavior towards authority figures. They also consider the benefits of having a news-oriented team member.
Clips
Playwrights with a background in news can bring an important demeanor to their work, as their experience of interactions with people in positions of power can shape their writing style and garner respect from audiences.
14:14 - 15:53 (01:39)
Playwrights
Summary
Playwrights with a background in news can bring an important demeanor to their work, as their experience of interactions with people in positions of power can shape their writing style and garner respect from audiences.
ChapterWorking in News and Humor
EpisodeThe Finale (with Jesse Armstrong and Frank Rich)
PodcastHBO's Succession Podcast
The hosts discuss their successful collaboration in scriptwriting despite the challenges and their different writing styles.
15:54 - 19:28 (03:34)
Collaboration
Summary
The hosts discuss their successful collaboration in scriptwriting despite the challenges and their different writing styles. They also talk about how their homes are like four-season hotel rooms that provide comfort and insulation during the writing process.