I think that's why I keep being drawn back to television, because I think it's one of the most creative outlets.

If someone grabbed me, I'd probably be able to choke them out in about eight seconds.

I think that, especially with cable, it's an avenue to be creative. I think why people are drawn more now to cable shows than ever is that they take more risks, they're creatively pushing the envelope. I think that the networks have to answer to a bigger advertising calling, whereas the smaller cables have lower ceilings that they can bump their heads on.

Encouragement from my high school teacher Patty Hart said 'you need to focus and theater might be your route out of here.' I created the program, went to college and graduate school and now here I am.

My role as a producer is very specific. It's maintaining the creative truthfulness, day in and day out.

It's very, very technical, what we do in film. While all of the lights are there and all of the crew members and directors are staring right at you, you have to be honest. It's a very difficult, but technical medium.

I have a hands-off policy when it comes to my larynx.