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May 30, 2019
David Mandel, the showrunner of HBO's 'Veep' and a master of political satire, joins the hosts to explore the messy intersection of politics and humor during the Trump era. They discuss the challenges of crafting meaningful narratives in comedy while addressing serious political themes. Mandel shares behind-the-scenes anecdotes from 'Veep,' highlighting the creative process influenced by real-world events. The conversation also touches upon strategic campaign narratives and the evolving nature of political discourse, blending laughter with crucial commentary.
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Wrong Airport
- Jon Favreau mistakenly landed at the wrong airport during Obama's campaign.
- This anecdote inspired the opening scene of Veep's final season.
Stolen Lines
- Jon Favreau shared a story about taking lines from Obama's speech for John Kerry.
- This inspired a joke in Veep's finale.
Speech Thievery
- John Kerry used a line from Max Cleland's speech.
- Favreau inadvertently stole from Cleland.