In this episode Sal, Adam & Justin speak with Wahl Street & McMillions (HBO Max) producer Archie Gips. Archie is the president of Unrealistic Ideas in which he is partnered with well-known film star Mark Wahlberg and Stephen Levinson.   Municipal is CRUSHING! (1:58) The hard work it takes to own a business. (4:04) A peek behind the scenes of scripting a reality show. (5:22) What is a ‘soft script’? (7:30) How to structure an effective story. (9:07) The value of focus groups. (12:21) Why non-scripted business models aren’t as sexy as people would think. (13:21) How the pandemic impacted the production of Wahl Street. (17:37) The importance of being a problem solver. (19:45) The value of improv training in being a better leader. (21:21) The pivotal moments that shaped the person he is today. (23:21) The project he is most proud of. (27:41) Why great ideas can come from ANYONE. (31:43) The weeding-out process of creating a hit show. (37:16) Why he is a HUGE fan of editors. (39:45) The treacherous process of selling and pitching a project. (41:01) Not all buyers are created equal. (45:31) Are there particular challenges working with talent? (48:02) What future projects are on the horizon? (50:18) The common mistakes new producers tend to make. (52:49) What drives him to continue to do what he does? (54:35) How does he balance work and home life? (57:39) Related Links/Products Mentioned Visit Paleo Valley for an exclusive offer for Mind Pump listeners! **Code “Mindpump15” at checkout for 15% discount** May Specials: MAPS Aesthetic & the Extreme Fitness Bundle 50% off!  **Promo code “MAYSPECIAL” at checkout** Wahl Street | HBO Max Originals MUNICIPAL Sport Utility Gear UNREALISTIC IDEAS | Burbank | Premium Television & Film McMillions: Official Website for the HBO Documentary Series Wahlburgers Blind Date | Bravo TV Official Site Amazon.com: Watch Chloe and Keith's Wedding | Prime Video Director: 'Chloe and Keith's Wedding' video is a hoax Who Is The Hedge Fund Priest? Meet Emmanuel Lemelson, The Reverend Of Wall Street Mind Pump Podcast – YouTube Mind Pump Free Resources People Mentioned Mark Wahlberg (@markwahlberg)  Instagram KATY PERRY (@katyperry)  Instagram Justin Bieber (@justinbieber)  Instagram Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Lemelson