52:07Rick and Morty Writer
Ryan Ridley traces his path from stand-up comedy in Chicago to making comedy videos and joining Channel 101, where he met collaborators who helped lead to Rick and Morty. He explains how the show’s writers combine science fiction references, genre conventions, and original ideas, while revising stories collaboratively to find what works. He discusses how character and visual design choices, such as the scale of the Meeseeks, shape an episode. He also describes the Rick and Morty VR game and other properties, and reflects on creative work, career uncertainty, and making the stories you want to watch.