Good Hang with Amy Poehler "Philly Justice"
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May 20, 2025 In a delightful chat, Mike Schur, the mastermind behind iconic shows like Parks and Recreation, joins Amy Poehler to discuss the upcoming mockumentary 'Philly Justice.' They share hilarious memories from their early comedy days and explore the fun yet strategic decisions behind character naming. The creative process shines as they reveal the inspiration and quirky dynamics that birthed the show. Expect laughter as they tease a trailer reveal and dive into the quirks of courtroom drama with clever filmmaking insights!
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Systems Foster Creative Freedom
- Mike Schur emphasizes creating strong but flexible systems to allow creative freedom and joy at work.
- He believes people perform best in creative mode when they feel safe, not in survival mode.
Changing Work Culture in Hollywood
- Mike and Amy discuss how Hollywood has improved with less tolerance for chaotic and harmful workplaces.
- New generations reject toxic work environments, choosing not to endure dysfunction.
Unique Character Naming Philosophy
- Mike Schur names every character for respect and to honor actors' work.
- He creates unique invented names cleared to avoid real people, making each character memorable.