Get ready for an exhilarating journey as we dive into the fascinating world of TV writer Chris Cluess. From iconic shows like Cheers and SCTV to unforgettable encounters with Hollywood legends, Chris shares riveting behind-the-scenes stories that will keep you hooked from start to finish.
My guest, Chris Cluess, and I discuss:
- Chris Cluess unveils captivating behind-the-scenes tales from his time writing for the iconic show Cheers, including his journey to joining the team via a fascinating stint with The Tortellis
- Prepare to be amazed by the unbelievable story of how Dan Ackroyd played a pivotal role in Chris' career when he landed a gig at National Lampoon
- Join the fun as Chris takes us on a wild ride through his adventures with the SCTV cast on From Cleveland and becoming an Emmy-winning writer for SCTV
- Discover the surprising connection between Chris Cluess, the Executive Producer of Molloy starring Mayim Bialik, and how he gave Jennifer Aniston her major breakthrough in the TV industry
- Relive the nostalgia as Chris talks about his journey from writing for Night Court to returning as an executive producer - and find out the inside scoop on the ending that eventually played out on 30 Rock!
- Uncover the untold story of how Al Jean finally convinced Chris to write a legendary episode of The Simpsons that became an instant classic
- Get a unique glimpse into the world of Hollywood as Chris shares his ongoing struggles and triumphs while trying to bring his movie about Russ Meyer and Roger Ebert to life during the making of Beyond the Valley of the Dolls - an incredible insight into the filmmaking process
- And so much more!
Interview recorded Jan 5, 2023
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