by Judd Apatow
First published 2022
Judd Apatow returns with a fresh batch of conversations featuring comedy's biggest names and rising stars. The filmmaker and producer sits down with legends like David Letterman, Whoopi Goldberg, and Will Ferrell alongside newer voices including John Mulaney, Hannah Gadsby, Bowen Yang, and Pete Davidson. These candid discussions reveal what drives comedians to pursue laughter amid personal struggles and national crises. The performers share stories about late night comedy binges, their high school years, and the confidence needed to survive in entertainment. They examine comedy's role during difficult times and what uncomfortable truths humor can expose about society. Throughout these intimate exchanges, comics reflect on mentors who shaped their careers and consider the future of their craft in an increasingly connected world. Apatow brings his curiosity and humor to explore creativity and vulnerability in comedy's evolving landscape.
Genres: essays, humor, biography-memoir, comedy
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: behind-the-scenes, personal-stories
454 pages · Hardcover · Random House