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“They’re Going to Put This on TV?” (with David Simon)

“They’re Going to Put This on TV?” (with David Simon)

FromThe Wire at 20


“They’re Going to Put This on TV?” (with David Simon)

FromThe Wire at 20

ratings:
Length:
29 minutes
Released:
Jun 2, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

The Wire was far from a surefire hit from day one. Host Method Man walks through The Wire’s long journey to the screen and the initial challenges it faced. Series co-creators David Simon and Ed Burns join to discuss how their backgrounds in journalism and law enforcement shaped their vision for the series. Executive producer Nina Noble and writer/producer George Pelecanos weigh in on how the writer’s room was sometimes a shouting match.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Released:
Jun 2, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

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Few shows are as beloved as the HBO Original Series The Wire. In honor of its 20th anniversary, HBO is releasing a brand new podcast hosted by musician and actor Method Man and featuring revealing interviews with the show’s most memorable voices. Over eight episodes, the podcast will look back at David Simon’s sprawling five-season drama and unpack its complex themes, cultural influence, and ongoing legacy. The Wire at 20 podcast is produced by HBO and Campside Media.   Stream all five seasons of The Wire now on HBO Max.