Steve Martin on how David Geffen thrived through friendships | American Masters | PBS

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On September 25, 2009, Steve Martin sat down with director Susan Lacy for a conversation on how record industry mogul and studio executive David Geffen found Hollywood success through his friendships with industry folks like The Eagles, Elton John, Joni Mitchell and more. Interview conducted for "Inventing David Geffen" (2012).

Chapters:
00:00 Memories of the scene around Hollywood’s legendary Troubadour nightclub as an outsider comedian
03:43 On how his relationship with Geffen deepened during the production of “The Little Shop of Horrors”
05:17 Geffen’s penchant for using gossip and self-deprecation to cultivate his social bonds
06:48 How’s Geffen’s direct and honest nature complements his reputation as an exceptional advice-giver
08:32 On Geffen deriving his confidence from the insulation afforded by his wealth and success
10:35 Geffen’s enthusiasm for surrounding himself with nice things and interesting people
12:14 How genuine and exceptional the love shared between Geffen and his friends is
13:27 Geffen as a man who successfully finished his life’s work and now simply enjoys its fruits

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