A Typical Disgusting Display Steve Levitan (Modern Family creator, Frasier, Reboot creator)
Sep 19, 2022
Steve Levitan, creator of Modern Family and 9 time Emmy winner, discusses humorous observations, comedy writing, creating the movie Chinatown, winning Emmys, leaving a first job, pitching Modern Family, and falling in love with the work. The hosts also share their top TV dads and high notes for the week.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Humorous Observations, Comedy Writing, and Mention of a Book
02:31 • 4min
Creating the Movie Chinatown
06:57 • 9min
Various Topics and Jokes
16:16 • 6min
Emmys, Speeches, and Seeking Validation
22:10 • 16min
Leaving a First Job and Reconciliation
38:18 • 18min
Pitching 'Modern Family' to Network Executives
56:12 • 6min
Falling in Love with the Work
01:02:31 • 20min
Top TV Dads
01:22:33 • 9min
High Notes and Guest Appreciation
01:31:41 • 5min