Ben Stiller On His Parents’ Showbiz Marriage

In this episode of Fresh Air, Terry Gross interviews Ben Stiller about his new documentary, "Stiller and Meara: Nothing is Lost," which explores the lives and careers of his parents, the comedy duo Stiller and Meara. Stiller shares personal anecdotes about growing up with celebrity parents, the complexities of their working and marital relationship, and the impact of their careers on his own life. The conversation includes clips from Stiller and Meara's comedy routines and recordings of intimate moments between his parents, as well as Stiller's insights into his parents' personalities, anxieties, and the challenges they faced balancing their personal and professional lives. They also touch on Stiller's work on the TV series Severance and how his upbringing may have influenced his creative projects.