Noah Hawley

Noah Hawley, celebrated novelist and showrunner known for creating Fargo, discusses the complexities of modern storytelling. He delves into the myths of the Old West and their influence on contemporary American society. Hawley explores why viewers are captivated by shows like Game of Thrones and The Walking Dead, while questioning the simplistic good vs. evil narrative. He teases a collective approach to justice in the upcoming season of Fargo and emphasizes the power of storytelling to bridge ideological divides in today's polarized culture.

Noah Hawley, creator of Fargo, talks about writing 51 hours of television based on the Coen Brothers film. He also teases his upcoming FX series based on the Alien franchise. The podcast also covers layoffs at Amazon and discussions on various TV shows, ads on Amazon Prime Video, and Paramount's potential plan to take control of the company. They explore the inspiration behind Fargo's latest season and the role of AI in the entertainment industry.

Jo and Rob discuss the 'Fargo' Season 5 finale, including the character development of Indira Olmstead and Witt Farr. They touch on the intense prison scene between Lorraine and Roy, and how the season grapples with a divided America. Noah Hawley joins to talk about likable family characters, Witt Farr's demise, and more.