Mike Reiss, Longtime Simpsons Writer (June 24, 2018)

Conversation #169, recorded on July 24, 2018. We're talking with comedy writer Mike Reiss, one of the original writers behind THE SIMPSONS. Along the way, he's written for the Harvard Lampoon, Johnny Carson, created the beloved Lovitz vehicle THE CRITIC and the cult hit QUEER DUCK, and more. He's penned children's books, plays and most recently SPRINGFIELD CONFIDENTIAL: JOKES, SECRETS AND OUTRIGHT LIES FROM A LIFETIME WRITING FOR THE SIMPSONS. Hail Satire! is hosted and produced by Vic Shuttee.