Andy Weir Apologizes To Alex Kurtzman Over Podcast Remarks
Key Points:
- Andy Weir issued a public apology to Star Trek EP Alex Kurtzman for remarks made on the Critical Drinker podcast, acknowledging that his attempt at humor came across as disrespectful and mean.
- On the podcast, Weir criticized Paramount's handling of the Star Trek franchise and revealed that his pitch for a Star Trek show was rejected by Kurtzman, whom he described as a nice person despite disparaging the shows.
- In his apology, Weir emphasized his respect for Kurtzman and expressed willingness to discuss the matter directly, even inviting criticism from Kurtzman himself.
- Weir's initial comments sparked backlash from other writers, including Don Winslow, highlighting the controversy within the creative community.