Long Story Short: The Inspiration Behind Naomi Schwartz | Lisa Edelstein & Raphael Bob-Waksberg

Hector sits down with Lisa Edelstein and creator Raphael Bob-Waksberg to talk about the inspiration behind Long Story Short! 👉 Check out more uncut reactions: http://patreon.com/heroesreforged Hector Navarro sits down with Lisa Edelstein and Raphael Bob-Waksberg, the creator of BoJack Horseman and Netflix's acclaimed new animated series Long Story Short. In this conversation, we dive into the making of the show, its unique approach to family storytelling, and how it balances sharp comedy with deeply emotional character moments across decades of one family's life. Long Story Short follows the Schwooper family through childhood, adulthood, and everything in between. Created by Raphael Bob-Waksberg, the series jumps across different points in time to explore the triumphs, disappointments, relationships, and compromises that shape a family over generations. The voice cast includes Lisa Edelstein as Naomi Schwartz, the complicated matriarch of the family, Paul Reiser as Elliot Cooper, Ben Feldman as Avi Schwooper, Abbi Jacobson as Shira Schwooper, Max Greenfield as Yoshi Schwooper, Angelique Cabral as Jen Schwooper, and Nicole Byer as Kendra Hooper. During the interview, Lisa Edelstein discusses how her own mother served as partial inspiration for Naomi Schwartz and why she was determined to avoid turning the character into a one-dimensional stereotype. Instead, Naomi emerges as a deeply human figure whose flaws, vulnerabilities, and love for her family make her one of the show's most memorable characters. Raphael Bob-Waksberg also shares insights into developing the series, crafting its non-linear storytelling structure, and creating a family comedy that feels both specific and universally relatable. If you're a fan of Long Story Short, BoJack Horseman, adult animation, Netflix animated series, or thoughtful character-driven storytelling, this interview offers a fascinating look behind the scenes of one of the most acclaimed animated shows of the year. Thanks again to @Netflix for the invite! And thanks to my pals, Keller and @Johnny2Cellos for being so cool. 😎 *SUPPORT HEROES REFORGED* --------------------------------------------------- 🔔 Subscribe: http://bit.ly/SubHeroesReforged 🎟️ Support us on Patreon: http://bit.ly/patreon_reforged ⚙️ Gear We Use: https://amzn.to/2X3Pbzd 🛒 Merchandise: http://shop.heroesreforged.com *LISTEN TO THE PODCAST* --------------------------------------------------- 📺 YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aQg6PerdJeQ&list=PLgg_dS3XFBiklEnuDh0BmWxBEeAbcfNpb&index=1 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0mClcvioNSVGcyDpqlBvYD 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/heroes-reforged-podcast/id1315486440 🎤 Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/40af005a-4560-40e2-811b-50089cb3f7e0/heroes-reforged-podcast *MORE REACTIONS TO WATCH* --------------------------------------------------- Spider-Noir Reactions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b6a9QX1J8WM&list=PLgg_dS3XFBimgMuuAZixGAKvBRRlw39lK&index=1 Spider-Man: Brand New Day Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WEYZUwdicus&list=PLgg_dS3XFBime37kdMoXQmmNUh-2Wslkm&index=1 Dune: Part Three Teaser: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xJSQKtAnxyY&list=PLgg_dS3XFBime37kdMoXQmmNUh-2Wslkm&index=2 Invincible Series Reactions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GQ_VQ9DUSIY&list=PLgg_dS3XFBil1Vclz9qq142YsW4Ftr-ic&index=1 *OTHER CREATOR INTERVIEWS* --------------------------------------------------- Robert Kirkman: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zMlsTett84w&list=PLgg_dS3XFBinw6ULSx4UPB_6q6eHnKDWS&index=1 Dan Trachtenberg: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n_fYgtq2Rxc&list=PLgg_dS3XFBinw6ULSx4UPB_6q6eHnKDWS&index=2 Genndy Tartakovsky: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7A6apayC05A&list=PLgg_dS3XFBinw6ULSx4UPB_6q6eHnKDWS&index=3 *FOLLOW HEROES REFORGED* --------------------------------------------------- X: http://twitter.com/heroesreforged Instagram: http://instagram.com/heroesreforged TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@heroesreforged *FOLLOW THE TEAM* --------------------------------------------------- *ADAM HLAVAC* — Creator, Producer Instagram: http://instagram.com/adamhlavac X: http://twitter.com/adamhlavac TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@adamhlavac Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/adamhlavac/ Threads: https://www.threads.net/@adamhlavac *HECTOR NAVARRO* — Co-Creator, Host Instagram: http://instagram.com/hectorisfunny X: http://twitter.com/hectorisfunny *AGUSTIN RIOS* — Co-Creator, Host Instagram: http://instagram.com/el_santotaco X: http://twitter.com/el_santotaco #LongStoryShort #Netflix #RaphaelBobWaksberg #LisaEdelstein #BoJackHorseman #Animation #AdultAnimation #NetflixSeries