On this episode of Complicated Conversations we are beyond thrilled to chat with  Meaghan Oppenheimer, who adapted Carola Lovering's book Tell Me Lies for Hulu and serves as the series co-executive producer and showrunner. Warning: this episode has spoilers so if you still haven’t binged this incredible series check it out, listen to our recaps, then come back to hear all of Meaghan’s insider insights! We chat with Meaghan about how the honesty and relatability of the book drew her to this adaption; what it was like to build out the complex ensemble cast of characters; how the writers managed to get viewers to want to watch or understand Stephen, even if we can’t root for him; the ways damage is explored in the show (hello mommy issues, narcissism, personality disorders, and toxic relationships);  the perfect casting; the sexual journey of each character, the music (omg that staircase scene with Mr. Brightside playing); the love triangle of Lucy, Stephen and Diana; and of course, all Meaghan’s hopes and dreams for a Season Two. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.