

The Moment with Brian Koppelman
Brian Koppelman
Interviews about the pivotal moments that fueled fascinating creative careers. Hosted by Brian Koppelman.
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Apr 15, 2014 • 1h 3min
David Steinberg: 4/15/14
Comedy legend David Steinberg tells Brian Koppelman about how his jokes got a network show canceled, what it's like to direct Larry David, and why comedy still matters.
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Apr 8, 2014 • 1h 18min
Tim Herlihy: 4/8/14
Tim Herlihy - 'Billy Madison,' 'Happy Gilmore,' and 'SNL' writer - tells Brian how he went from being Adam Sandler's college roommate to his creative partner.
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Apr 1, 2014 • 1h 1min
Colin Quinn: 4/1/14
Former 'SNL' star Colin Quinn and Brian trade tragic Motley Crue stories, talk about the surrealism of early Adam Sandler, and why colin digs being the Yoda of comedians.
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Mar 25, 2014 • 1h 10min
Chris Fowler: 3/25/14
'College GameDay' host Chris Fowler joins Brian Koppelman to talk about loyalty, the awesome reality of living your dream, the value of hardwork, and the talent question.
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Mar 18, 2014 • 1h 16min
Gary Gulman: 3/18/14
Comedian Gary Gulman tells Brian Koppelman why obsession is the key to writing good jokes, and why being called a 'craftsman' feels like an insult.
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Mar 11, 2014 • 1h 17min
Warren Leight: 3/11/14
'Law & Order' executive producer Warren Leight explains how to kick rejection in the teeth, why working fast is a gift, and how much grit it takes to get a play to Broadway.
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Mar 4, 2014 • 1h 9min
Craig Finn and Tad Kubler: 3/4/14
Craig Finn and Tad Kubler of The Hold Steady talk to Brian Koppelman about the band's mission, its new album, and the long tradition of singers and guitarists feuding.
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Feb 25, 2014 • 1h 7min
Chuck Klosterman: 2/25/14
Chuck Klosterman and Brian Koppelman discuss how Chuck deals with the consequences of being 'The Ethicist', how he handles negative reaction to his work, and the nature of cool.
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Feb 18, 2014 • 1h 6min
Marc Maron: 2/18/14
WTF host Marc Maron joins Brian Koppelman to talk about the joy of telling intentionally unfunny jokes, last chances, and why Marc still hasn't had coffee with Jon Stewart.
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Feb 11, 2014 • 1h 1min
Mario Batali: 2/11/14
Brian Koppelman sits down with Mario Batali, who discusses his brain trauma, being brave enough to sing in front of Bono, and keeping a dinner party as tight as an NFL huddle.
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