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Author Mike Sacks talked with some of the star creators of contemporary stand-up, film, and television comedy about the current state of the genre as well as advice they'd give to those starting out in the field.
"Parks and Recreation" star and writer Amy Poehler says listening to others is one of the best ways to improve as a writer. "Fight less, and be open to the fact that other people might have a better idea," Poehler said. "If you're a good collaborator, if you're open to new ideas and you keep trying, then you'll find there's a lot of different ways you can work as a writer."
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