Media Mayhem - Twitter Controversy w/ "Bunheads" & "Gilmore Girls" Creator Amy Sherman-Palladino

EPISODE SYNOPSIS: Direct from controversy with her new series, "Bunheads," renowned TV show creator Amy Sherman-Palladino joins Media Mayhem to give her reaction to the Shonda Rhimes twitter attack, politics behind the camera, and the audience for sophisticated females on the screen. Amy is one of the most outspoken guests we have had and her experience, from writing on "Roseanne" to creating and producing "Gilmore Girls," has provided a great fountain of information to pull from. GUEST BIO: Amy Sherman-Palladino is a TV show creator writer and director. Amy started her career as a writer "Roseanne" and over the years has written for numerous series including "Veronica's Closet" starring Kirstie Alley In 2000, Amy's show hit show "Gilmore Girls" aired on The CW and enjoyed much success during its run. Her latest show, "Bunheads," recently premiered on ABC Family to critical acclaim. ADD'L LINKS: abcfamily.go.com www.tvguide.com EPISODE BREAKDOWN: 00:01 Media Mayhem Opening 00:37 Welcoming Amy Sherman-Palladino. 02:35 The concept for Bunheads and the process of getting it on the air. 06:46 Casting Kelly Bishop and the place of older women on tv. 11:10 Comparisons with Gilmore Girls:founded or unfounded? 14:17 The split with Warner Brothers and end of the run for Gilmore Girls. 17:07 The production for Bunheads, working with ABC Family, and the interest of networks. 19:13 The Emmy war between cable and the networks. 21:31 Shows that are managed by committee vs. a strong <b>...</b>
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Duration: 52:20



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Media Mayhem - Twitter Controversy w/ "Bunheads" & "Gilmore Girls" Creator Amy Sherman-Palladino