E-mail a friendSeptember 18, 2009
Mad Men creator Matthew Weiner comments on weaving historical events of the ‘60s into the storyline of his show and describes how it is relatable to viewers. Golden Globe-winning actress Jenna Elfman explains why she's attracted to comedy and talks about growing up in L.A.
Matthew Weiner
Matthew Weiner
Emmy-winning writer reflects on the rejection he faced, as well as the support he received, in creating Mad Men. (2:26)
Full interview. (12:01)
Matthew Weiner has been described as one of the most creative forces in 21st century TV drama. He's been the scribe for numerous shows, including Becker and The Sopranos, which he also exec-produced. After the HBO hit ended its run, Weiner revisited a spec script he'd written years earlier, which became AMC's award-winning Mad Men—the first basic-cable series to win an outstanding drama Emmy. He also wrote, directed and financed (with his winnings as a Jeopardy contestant) an indie feature. He has an MFA from USC's film school.
Jenna Elfman
Jenna Elfman
Accidentally on Purpose star talks about being pregnant in real life, as well as on the show. (1:25)
Full interview. (10:06)
Jenna Elfman starred in the hit sitcom Dharma & Greg, earning three Emmy nods and a Golden Globe. She then took on the big screen with films that included EDtv and Town & Country. A classically-trained ballerina, the Los Angeles native made the switch to acting in the early '90s and began her career in commercials. Elfman received rave reviews for her stage work in Visions and Lovers and has lent her voice to several animated films, including Clifford's Really Big Movie. She returns to TV in CBS' Accidentally on Purpose.