Kate Berlant and John Early do dramatic readings of network notes from the 90s. John’s mother and her best friend recount the old-school sexism they endured as a screenwriter and actress in the 60s and 70s. And we begin our quest to find a TV writing job for Megan Koester.

5: John's Mother Joins the Party

Come celebrate the career of writer, actor, and producer John Levenstein ("Arrested Development," "Silicon Valley"), as he strives do a lot of good on his way out the door. At "John Levenstein's Retirement Party," Levenstein draws from his career in show business to share personal stories from the writers' room, offer advice, rehash old decisions, settle feuds, and tell friends he loves them. Along with his co-host, actress and writer Mary Kobayashi, reflect on nostalgic moments with guests like Karen Kilgariff ("My Favorite Murder"), Nick Kroll ("Kroll Show"), Jill Soloway ("Transparent") and David Harbour ("Stranger Things").

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