It’s one thing for Amy Schumer to have become redhot famous over the past 18 months, but lookee here – somebody actually has been smart enough to interview the head writer of Inside Amy Schumer. We’re all richer for this:
by John Williams
Jessi Klein is the head writer for “Inside Amy Schumer.” She has also written for “Saturday Night Live” and “Transparent,” and has performed as a stand-up comedian. Her book, “You’ll Grow Out of It” (July 12), is a series of autobiographical essays about her life, career and aversion to taking baths. In a recent email interview, Ms. Klein discussed the book. Edited excerpts from the conversation are below.
Do you remember how old you were the first time you wrote down a joke?