You try to make characters you care about, and I think realism helps. Even though this is a high concept, the characters have got to be real.

Remember, no one can hurt your feelings without your permission

My ideal meal would probably be the cheesiest pasta or pizza, followed by something creamy and chocolaty. I mean, just the worst things, really.

I'd like to thank God for making me an atheist.

Know your limitations and be content with them. Too much ambition results in promotion to a job you can't do.

The best advice I've ever received is, 'No one else knows what they're doing either.

I've probably done the odd thing. I've probably done more than I would have done and some things you don't say no to. You don't say no to working with "The Simpsons"... the greatest comedy show on television. You mustn't. Even though going to my bad judgment, I remember saying that all I can do is make this show slightly worse.