“Part of our job is to dig deep and rediscover the joy that we had when we were first starting out. Also, when you gain responsibility, if you are the host of a TV show and you have responsibilities as a producer and a writer and so forth, you then have to deal with the mechanics of it, which is not always fun.”

American comedian, actor, and writer

Paul Francis Tompkins is an American comedian, actor, and writer. He is known for his work in television and for a style that blends stand-up, performance, and writing. He has appeared on programs including BoJack Horseman, Mr. Show with Bob and David, Real Time with Bill Maher, and Best Week Ever, later retitled Best Week Ever with Paul F. Tompkins. His career spans comedy and scripted television, with credits that reflect both his on-screen presence and his writing work.