David, who teamed with Jerry Seinfeld to create “ Seinfeld ” then went on to star in “ Curb Your Enthusiasm ,” is creating a new sketch comedy show for HBO Max, Variety reports. Former president Barack Obama and his wife, Michelle Obama, will be executive producers through their company Higher Ground.

I’m meeting him, along with his business partner Jarrod Moses, to talk about his latest venture. Smoove is starting up an agency called The First Darrin. Positioning itself as a comedy-focused creative agency, it promises to offer brands support in creative, production, social and experiential. First off, though, the name. Is it a nod to Bewitched?

A good compromise is when both parties are dissatisfied” ― Larry David I should note that I’m not a Larry David fan, and have watched only a few minutes of “Curb Your Enthusiasm” over the years, but it’s enough of a cultural touchstone that many people will know who and what the reference is.