

Simon Rich
Sep 25, 2024
Simon Rich, a talented writer known for his works like 'Glory Days,' shares his insights on storytelling and the nuance of human behavior. He humorously tackles the quirks of Harvard alumni and reflects on historical absurdities, navigating themes of human fallibility. Rich also explores the power of kindness in everyday interactions and critiques the art of storytelling in both Pixar films and sketch writing at SNL. The conversation weaves together personal anecdotes and cultural commentary, embracing creativity's authentic essence.
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Intro
00:00 • 4min
Harvard Pressure and Historical Absurdities
03:48 • 12min
Laughing Through Darkness
15:22 • 18min
The Power of Kindness and Crafting Stories
33:24 • 5min
Pixar, Sequels, and Snackology
38:01 • 3min
Nostalgic Marketing: The Contrast Between Fast Food Giants
41:21 • 3min
The Art of Trimming: SNL's Sketch Writing Challenges
44:19 • 7min
Exploring Humor and Creativity in Storytelling
51:44 • 2min
The Art of Storytelling and Perspective
53:51 • 13min
A Comedic Dive into Alf and Productivity Hacks
01:06:24 • 4min
Evolving News and Political Encounters
01:10:32 • 15min
Flawed Heroes and Simplified Narratives
01:25:58 • 17min
Embracing Uncertainty in Faith and Relationships
01:43:08 • 4min
The Importance of Authenticity in Storytelling
01:46:54 • 2min
The Essence of Connection in Artistic Expression
01:49:24 • 2min
The Intersection of AI and Authenticity in Creativity
01:50:57 • 2min