Summary:
The book is a collection of intimate and humorous interviews with some of the biggest names in comedy, spanning several decades. It delves into the minds of comedians, exploring their creative processes, personal lives, and the art of comedy itself.
Key points:
1. Comedy as Coping: Apatow highlights comedy as a tool for handling life's difficulties, as shared by many interviewed comedians.
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