Lucia Aniello

Paul W. Downs and Lucia Aniello, the husband-and-wife duo behind the Emmy-winning series Hacks, dive into their creative partnership and the evolving landscape of comedy. They share how their meeting in an improv class sparked their journey and discuss the struggles of balancing parenthood with work. The pair also reflect on industry challenges, responding to Jerry Seinfeld's comments while maintaining the underdog spirit in their show's third season. Their dedication to making each other laugh remains the core of their art, even amidst changing times.

Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs, and Jen Statsky, the creative trio behind the Emmy-nominated series ‘Hacks’, dive into their show's striking parallels with real-life events, like Stephen Colbert's struggles. They discuss the critical role of late-night TV, the creative tensions between art and corporate pressures, and how they landed Jimmy Kimmel for a hilarious guest spot. With engaging anecdotes about casting and character dynamics, they also tease what to expect in Season 5, especially the anticipation around Deborah and Ava's relationship.