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The Drink

Judd Apatow on obsession, rejection, and building a comedy empire

11:53

In this episode of "The Drink,” Kate Snow sits down with acclaimed director, producer, and writer, Judd Apatow to discuss his new book, “Comedy Nerd.” Apatow is known for too many movies to list—from “Knocked Up” to “Anchorman." He reflects on his remarkable career, from his early fascination with comedy and his struggle to break into Hollywood, to overcoming rejection and creating some of the most beloved comedies of our time.