I have to be really careful, because I have nothing but love for this entity known as "the customer" in entertainment. I would never, ever, ever put myself above them and say, "They don't get it, but it's funny, believe me." If they're not laughing, I'm doing my job wrong.

When you are in the 8 o'clock position, you can either be a cultural phenomenon, or you're endangered. It's a tough time slot.

I've never done well when I've been appreciated. I've done best when I'm targeted for death.

Technology changes the medium. I grew up on watching a box in my living room that made my parents happy. After something is gone, the dust will settle and I'll see what's next.

I am absolutely and inherently self-destructive in that I am always making sure I'm doing what I want to do.

Everyone knows that there are more people watching any given show than is being registered by the Nielsen system.

You have to just look at it like Titanic: I know the ship sinks, but this is a love story