Today's guest is Joe Toplyn, former head writer for both the Tonight Show with Jay Leno and the Late Show with David Letterman. Joe started his career in television as a staff writer for Late Night with David Letterman and went on to work ...See moreToday's guest is Joe Toplyn, former head writer for both the Tonight Show with Jay Leno and the Late Show with David Letterman. Joe started his career in television as a staff writer for Late Night with David Letterman and went on to work on In Living Color, The Chevy Chase Show, Monk, and more. Jason talks with him about his work in TV, the process of working on various kinds of shows, and his book, "Comedy Writing for Late-Night TV." It's a very helpful discussion for anyone who wants to create comedy professionally or as a hobby.
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