Carol Leifer has had a remarkable and diverse career in comedy spanning decades, beginning in the '70s New York stand-up scene alongside notable figures like Jerry Seinfeld. After writing for the eclectic 11th season of Saturday Night Live, her writing prowess led her to significant roles in shows such as Seinfeld, Curb Your Enthusiasm, and Hacks. Her personal experiences have been reflected in her recent book with Rick Mitchell and the character Deborah Vance in Hacks, as she delves into the challenges of staying relevant in a rapidly changing comedic landscape.
I know not only what it was like coming up, but what it's like staying relevant and timely as an older person in the business in a world of millennials and Gen-Zers.
That season of SNL is often referred to as its 'weird year,' yet it featured a formidable writing staff including Leifer, Jack Handey, and Al Franken.
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