Working: How an Abbott Elementary Episode is Born
This week, host June Thomas talks to Brittani Nichols, a writer and producer for ABC\u2019s hit sitcom Abbott Elementary. In the interview, Brittani describes the show\u2019s very collaborative writing process and explains what it means to be both a writer and producer. She also discusses how the show\u2019s writers touch on personal experience to add texture to the world they\u2019re creating.\xa0\xa0\xa0\nAfter the interview, June and co-host Karen Han talk about balancing behind-the-scenes and more visible work. They also discuss what makes great sitcom writing.\xa0\nIn the exclusive Slate Plus segment, Brittani talks about her experience acting and shares the story behind the movie she wrote and starred in, Suicide Kale.\xa0\nSend your questions about creativity and any other feedback to working@slate.com or give us a call at (304) 933-9675.\nPodcast production by Cameron Drews.\xa0\nIf you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get an ad-free experience across the network and exclusive content on many shows\u2014you\u2019ll also be supporting the work we do here on Working. Sign up now at slate.com/workingplus to help support our work.\n__\nCheck out\xa0Remote Works\xa0here:\xa0https://link.chtbl.com/remoteworks?sid=podcast.WORKING\nThanks\xa0Avast.com! Learn more about Avast One at\xa0Avast.com\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices