Jimmy Kimmel's Path To Late Night

This episode of Fresh Air features a conversation with TV critic David Bianculli, who introduces a rebroadcast of a 2013 interview with Jimmy Kimmel. The discussion covers Kimmel's early career, his influences like David Letterman, and the evolution of "Jimmy Kimmel Live," including the challenges he faced in establishing the show and the involvement of his family. The episode also includes reviews of "The House of Guinness" on Netflix and "One Battle After Another," a new film by Paul Thomas Anderson.

Outlines

Part 1: Kimmel's Background and Influences

Part 2: Family and Humor

Part 3: TV and Movie Reviews

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Fresh Air

Part 1: Kimmel's Background and Influences

Introduction to Jimmy Kimmel's Recent Media Attention and Career Background

Kimmel's Early Influences and Career Aspirations

From Radio to Late Night: Kimmel's Career Path and Initial Struggles

Part 2: Family and Humor

Family Involvement in Kimmel's Show and Uncle Frank's Role

Childhood Memories, Family Dynamics, and the Matt Damon Gag

Kimmel's Most Insulting Tweet and Introduction to "The House of Guinness"

Part 3: TV and Movie Reviews

Review of "The House of Guinness" and Introduction to "One Battle After Another"

Review of "One Battle After Another" and Show Credits

Jimmy Kimmel's Path To Late Night

Fresh Air

Part 1: Kimmel's Background and Influences

00:00Introduction to Jimmy Kimmel's Recent Media Attention and Career Background

Introduction to Jimmy Kimmel's Recent Media Attention and Career Background

04:40Kimmel's Early Influences and Career Aspirations

Kimmel's Early Influences and Career Aspirations

09:54From Radio to Late Night: Kimmel's Career Path and Initial Struggles

From Radio to Late Night: Kimmel's Career Path and Initial Struggles

Part 2: Family and Humor

17:40Family Involvement in Kimmel's Show and Uncle Frank's Role

Family Involvement in Kimmel's Show and Uncle Frank's Role

25:35Childhood Memories, Family Dynamics, and the Matt Damon Gag

Childhood Memories, Family Dynamics, and the Matt Damon Gag

30:40Kimmel's Most Insulting Tweet and Introduction to "The House of Guinness"

Kimmel's Most Insulting Tweet and Introduction to "The House of Guinness"

Part 3: TV and Movie Reviews

37:23Review of "The House of Guinness" and Introduction to "One Battle After Another"

Review of "The House of Guinness" and Introduction to "One Battle After Another"

44:31Review of "One Battle After Another" and Show Credits

Review of "One Battle After Another" and Show Credits