Former SNL writer and writer for Boy Meets World, Kevin Kelton, shares his journey from SNL to BMW, his unused big idea for Eric after graduation, and his favorite cast member to write for. He also reveals why his exit from the show may have ruffled some feathers, and shares a humorous story about actor Bill Daniels and his dislike for parentheticals in scripts.
Kevin Kelton was a former writer and producer on Boy Meets World, sharing behind-the-scenes stories and memories from his time working on the show.
Kevin Kelton reflects on his experience working on Boy Meets World, discussing the creative freedom and pride he feels for the show's iconic status.
Kevin Kelton discusses his journey into the entertainment industry, finding success in comedy writing and developing a passion for storytelling in different mediums.
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Summary 2
The podcast episode features an interview with Kevin Kelton, a former writer and producer on Boy Meets World. He shares behind-the-scenes stories and memories from his time working on the show, including interactions with the cast, writing heartfelt scenes, and dealing with challenges like actor preferences and censorship.
Summary 3
The summary highlights Kevin Kelton's background in comedy writing, including his time on the variety show Fridays and Saturday Night Live. It also mentions his brother, Bobby Kelton, who was a stand-up comedian and appeared on shows like The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson. Kevin discusses his experience working with Andy Kaufman and shares stories from his time at SNL, including writing sketches and dealing with comedy censorship.
Working in the Entertainment Industry
The guest speaker discusses his journey into the entertainment industry, revealing that he never initially intended to pursue a career in comedy. However, growing up surrounded by comedians like Larry David and Jerry Seinfeld, he developed a passion for writing comedy. He gained experience by helping his brother write comedy acts and eventually transitioned into stand-up comedy himself. This led him to pursue writing for television, where he worked on shows like 'Night Court' and 'Boy Meets World,' finding success and enjoying the close-knit community of writers.
Writing for Boy Meets World and Personal Projects
The guest shares his experience working on 'Boy Meets World' as a writer. He reflects on the creative freedom and the pride he feels for the show's iconic status. He also touches on his personal endeavors, including writing novels and hosting a podcast. Writing books provides him with a sense of fulfillment, as he can express his own voice and ideas without the filter of network notes or time constraints. He appreciates the lasting impact of his novels, even if they have reached a smaller audience compared to his television work.
When they first saw his name in the credits, Will may have been the only host who remembered Kevin Kelton, but now they’ll never forget his City Slackers script as their Season 3 favorite.
The gang explores Kevin’s journey from SNL to BMW and learn all about his unused big idea for Eric after graduation. From writing for Eddie Murphy to being called out by William Daniels, Kevin definitely has a story to tell.
Plus, Kevin reveals his favorite cast member to write for and why he thinks his exit from the show may have ruffled some feathers.
It’s time to learn all about another brilliant mind who shaped your favorite sitcom…on a brand new Pod Meets World!