The host emphasizes the importance of maintaining high-quality standards in editing, pacing, and presentation while producing content, even if it is a TV series.
Robin Williams hated making movies due to the waiting around and lack of live audience feedback, preferring the rush of performing live instead.
The speaker talks about how a catchphrase can catch on and run into the ground. He also discusses how it was fun to be around nervous and scared movie stars or musicians while they were making copies.
David Gelb shares a story of the last time he worked with Tony Bourdain and Jillian around Florence. They had just finished their second Parts Unknown and Tony mentioned how much he liked working with Jillian and had just signed another 3 years with CNN.
The speaker mentions using abrupt temperature changes, such as going from a sauna to the cold, as a way to boost mood and gratitude. They also note the importance of a narrative arc in their playlist for this practice.