Sam Lerner talks the Goldbergs 100th Episode at PaleyLive

I briefly spoke with Sam Lerner who plays ‘Geoff Schwartz’ in the ABC comedy the Goldbergs at the 100th episode Celebration at the Paley Center. We chatted about working on the series that takes place in the 80s, fandom and Star Wars vs Star Trek.

The VCR-loving, mixtape-making, spandex-wearing Goldbergs are back! The nostalgic ’80s set series based on creator Adam F. Goldberg’s childhood memories, chronicled in a seemingly endless supply of videotaped home moves, has developed into arguably one of the best family comedies on television today. The Paley Center is delighted to gather members of the series’ gifted ensemble cast and creative team in celebration of its 100th episode milestone.


The Goldbergs 100th Episode Celebration on October 17, 2017 took part of the PaleyLive Fall Season. The program featured a screening, panel conversation, and audience Q&A with the cast and creative team.

PaleyLive programs offer television fans the rare opportunity to engage with the cast and creative teams of their favorite programs in intimate settings held at The Paley Center for Media in Beverly Hills. All PaleyLive programs are selected by the Paley Center to not only expand society’s understanding of the cultural, creative, and social significance of television, but also for their ability to educate and entertain the public.

About The Paley Center for Media: The Paley Center for Media, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with locations in New York and Los Angeles, leads the discussion about the cultural, creative, and social significance of television, radio, and emerging platforms for the professional community and media-interested public. Drawing upon its curatorial expertise, an international collection, and close relationships with the leaders of the media community, the Paley Center examines the intersections between media and society. The general public can access the Paley Center’s permanent media collection which contains over 160,000 television and radio programs and advertisements, and participate in programs that explore and celebrate the creativity, the innovations, the personalities, and the leaders who are shaping media. Through the global programs of its Media Council and International Council, the Paley Center also serves as a neutral setting where media professionals can engage in discussion and debate about the evolving media landscape. Previously known as The Museum of Television & Radio, the Paley Center was founded in 1975 by William S. Paley, a pioneering innovator in the industry. For more information, please visit paleycenter.org