First published 2023
Greg Gutfeld built a late night empire from nothing. The five-time bestselling author and host of the top-rated GUTFELD! show tells his story through sharp essays that blend personal memoir with political commentary. Gutfeld reveals how a former health magazine editor transformed a forgotten midnight time slot into television gold. He chronicles his journey from the cult hit Redeye to The Five, the most watched show on TV, and finally to his own late night program that draws millions of viewers. Along the way, he shares untold stories from his childhood and early career while explaining his battles against the liberal media establishment. Gutfeld describes the strategy and wit required to flip the comedy landscape on its head. His signature humor drives these essays as he examines what it takes to challenge heavyweight competitors and win. The book captures both the personal cost and professional triumph of rewriting the rules of late night entertainment.
Genres: business, american, political-science, media-tie-in, non-fiction, biography-memoir, comedy, 21st-century
Vibes: emotional, fast-paced, thought-provoking
Tropes: personal-journey, underdog-story
Period: 21st-Century
240 pages · Hardcover · Threshold Editions