I was raised not to be rude, but I also try to get the best work out of people.

I do love television. But the business is accelerating and people are not getting the chance to fail.

It's show business. No show, no business.

I try to just communicate what I want done as clearly and simply as possible.

People recognize certain things, like 'D' means 'this dialogue stinks.' We're dealing with shows that are written here, shot in New York and posted back here. Accurate communication is a necessity.