Robert Popper

Robert Popper, creator of the beloved sitcoms Friday Night Dinner and Look Around You, shares his humorous insights into the whimsical world of letter writing. He discusses his experience embodying a 104-year-old woman in his latest book, The Elsie Drake Letters, revealing how this persona led to heartwarming and absurd replies from unsuspecting companies. The conversation dives into past letter-writing antics, unexpected police calls, and the creative process behind comedic correspondence. Popper also touches on project ideas and the joy of storytelling through laughter.

In this delightful chat, comedy writer Robert Popper, known for 'Friday Night Dinner' and his hilarious 'The Timewaster Letters,' shares his comedic insights. The conversation flows from quirky dining preferences and childhood food memories to the amusing adventures of Elsie Drake, a tech-challenged 104-year-old letter writer. They explore whimsical concepts like a podcast about fish and the absurdity of celebrity dining experiences. Popper's playful anecdotes blend nostalgia with humor, making for an engaging and entertaining conversation.