Episode 188: Aaron Brownstein & Simon Ganz Interview

Episode 188: Aaron Brownstein & Simon Ganz Interview In this After Show Andrew talks with writing partners Aaron Brownstein and Simon Ganz about their long road to Guy Text . They share what they learned working under Jason Katims ( Friday Night Lights , Parenthood, About a Boy) and Victor Fresco ( Santa Clarita Diet ), including lessons about character, tone, and why even a waiter with two lines should feel like a real person. Aaron and Simon dig into the personal inspiration behind Guy Text , a modern sitcom about male friendship built around a constantly active group text thread. They discuss the realities of modern masculinity, parenting, ambition, and the challenge of making something deeply personal in an industry that often wants a trend instead. Aaron also recounts his start as a child actor: He appeared in a commercial featuring Christopher Reeve —a moment that gave him an early, unforgettable brush with the industry that would later become his career. You can see it here Thanks to everyone who participated in this year's MaxFunDrive! Still want to get in on the action? Follow this link to support this show (and get in on our limited-time keychain sale to benefit the Center for Constitutional Rights):

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Episode 188: Aaron Brownstein & Simon Ganz Interview is an episode from Dead Pilots Society by Ben Blacker and Andrew Reich.

This episode is 01:01:04 long.

This episode was published on Dec 25, 2025.

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