Interview Status Update

Ok, so I promised I wouldn’t piss and moan about this because, well, people don’t owe me anything. But, I have this sad little spread sheet where I track how long it’s been since I sent out interview questions to people. So going from least disappointing to most disappointing:

4.3 weeks ago sent to Damon & Naomi, Ringo Star, and Seth. I’m still holding out hope for these three.

9.0 weeks ago sent to Dave Eggers (second attempt), Jenna Fischer, and Steve Martin. Eggers, as many of you know, told me in person he’d do it. I’m still holding out a little hope for him. We’ll see.

29.3 weeks ago, I sent to Harvey Pekar, Daniel Clowes, and Jonathan Richman. Maybe?

30.3 weeks ago, Yo La Tengo. I’m holding out hopes for these guys, and I’m going to email them and ask them.

31.1 weeks ago Dave Eggers (see above), Garrison Keillor (another one who told me in person), and Michael Chabon. So much for writers!

31.9 weeks ago, Leia Bell (shocked she didn’t do it, but she has three kids, so who knows) and Mirah. Sad about Mirah

33.1 weeks ago, Miranda July, Doug Martsch, and Woody Allen. Sigh. I’m not shocked about Woody Allen, and MAYBE Ms. July just hasn’t gotten to it yet. But Doug? C’mon Doug. He agreed in person, and gave me his home address! I should rent a car and drive to Boise.

Really though, I’m not tremendously bummed - just a little bit - at all of these default rejections. And again, there’s still some hope, right? But the sad thing is, when so many don’t respond (last response I got was Peter Bagge back in Novemeber) I sort of feel like it’s futile, even though I love doing it. I might do some more tonight. We’ll see!