Ian Gurvitz takes us behind the scenes of what goes into creating a TV show, getting it on the air, and keeping it on. Ian gives us an insider's look at what being a television writer is really all about.

My guest, Ian Gurvitz, and I discuss:

• Discover the journey of Ian Gurvitz as he navigates Hollywood, ultimately becoming the showrunner for Wings, The Exes, and Becker
• Explore the highs and lows of scriptwriting and pitching ideas to TV executives
• Hear Ian Gurvitz's take on the impact of Friends on TV show development and the brilliance of Seinfeld
• Delve into Ian Gurvitz's opinions on laugh tracks and how the success of a TV show is determined by its execution, not the idea itself
• Gain insight into Ian Gurvitz's experience working on the hit show Wings and being the showrunner of Becker from the very beginning
• Learn about the joys of working with Ted Danson
• Ian's book "Hello," Lied the Agent: And Other Bullshit You Hear as a Hollywood TV Writer
• Uncover the presumption of failure that underlies the TV industry and more!

You're going to love my conversation with Ian Gurvitz

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