The Daily Beast: "<i>Treme</i> Is Not <i>The Wire</i>, Says David Simon"

The challenging and engaging new drama series Treme launches this weekend on HBO.

Looking to learn more about the latest series from David Simon and Eric Overmyer? Head over to The Daily Beast to read my latest piece, entitled "Treme Is Not The Wire, Says David Simon."

I caught up with Simon, Overmyer, and HBO's Michael Lombardo to discuss the series, set three months after Hurricane Katrina, its characters and influences, and why it's not The Wire.

Treme launches Sunday evening at 10 pm ET/PT on HBO.