A Wealth of Humor: A Conversation with Simon Rich, Writer for SNL & The New Yorker Moderated by: Mike Sacks

Joined by writer and humorist Mike Sacks, Simon Rich, author of Glory Days, reflects on the art (and occasional chaos) of comedy writing, the business of being funny, and why humor remains one of the most powerful ways to understand the world. The New Orleans Book Festival brings the world’s leading authors to Tulane University for a multi-day celebration of their works. The Festival features both fiction and non-fiction and convenes readings, panel discussions, symposia and keynote speeches. It provides an opportunity for outlets, authors and readers to interact with each other in one of the most vibrant and culturally diverse cities in the world.