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The speaker is saying that shows built around a big idea or gimmick often do not become enduring classics. It suggests a preference for series that succeed through stronger characters or writing rather than a flashy hook.
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About Mindy Kaling
American actress, comedian, screenwriter, and producer
Mindy Kaling is an American actress, comedian, screenwriter, and producer. Working in television, she has built a career across performance and writing and has earned major industry recognition, including a Tony Award and six Primetime Emmy Award nominations. She founded Kaling International in 2012. Her honors also include the National Medal of the Arts in 2021 and the Producers Guild of America’s Norman Lear Achievement in Television Award in 2023.
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