Remembering master of the TV sitcom, James Burrows
This Fresh Air episode honors the legacy of James Burroughs, one of television’s most influential sitcom directors, whose work shaped iconic shows like Cheers, Taxi, Frasier, and Friends. Through archival interviews and critical appreciation, the episode underscores how Burroughs
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