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Aug 2023
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Judd Apatow

Rick Rubin
About this episode

Judd Apatow is an American filmmaker, producer, writer, and comedian.

From his breakout directorial debut, The 40-Year-Old Virginto the hilarious Knocked Up, the introspective This Is 40and the bittersweet Funny PeopleApatow’s movies masterfully intertwine humor and emotional resonance.

And as a mentor and collaborator with a knack for identifying emerging talent and guiding their paths to being established stars, Apatow's influence branches out to every corner of the entertainment industry.

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