Jay and Mark Duplass Define Creative Relevance

What this episode covers

It was great to speak to Jay and Mark Duplass. They are two gents from Louisiana who have been pumping out quality entertainment for years. First time we saw them was late night on cable years ago with the short film called "This is John." In this conversation, we talk about their latest endeavor "Togetherness" an eight-episode series on HBO. It was created by the two brothers and their high school friend, Steve Zissis (who has an amazing story, FYI). This is also the debut of the Duplass bros as a writing team. The show stars Mark Duplass, Melanie Lynskey, Steve Zissis, Amanda Peet, Peter Gallagher and John Ortiz. Here's the synopsis: Brett and Michelle are struggling to rekindle the spark in their relationship, which has puttered out from the stresses of marriage and children. When Brett’s friend Alex and Michelle’s sister, Tina, move in with them, the foursome engage in a tragically comedic struggle to follow their personal dreams, while still remaining good friends, siblings and spouses to each other. Just having wrapped up its season finale last Sunday, you can still view episodes on HBO Go. In this interview we touch on their life motto, what it means to be creatively relevant, what kind of smoothie Jay and Mark like, and a bit about Stevie Nicks. Just listen to the damn episode. Stop reading this.

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