Mike Birbiglia's Working It Out

140. Stephen Merchant: 6 Foot 7 and Co-Created The Office

Aug 12, 2024
This week, Stephen Merchant, co-creator of iconic shows like 'The Office' and 'Extras,' joins the conversation. He shares actionable advice for emerging creatives and dives into the behind-the-scenes politics of his successful collaborations with Ricky Gervais. Stephen hilariously recounts a moment from a Hollywood party where he walked through a glass door and teases a stand-up bit about interviewing a pornstar. The discussion also touches on the complexities of comedy casting in the UK versus the US.
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