“Therapuss” podcaster and comedian Jake Shane has signed on to executive produce and star in a Hulu half-hour comedy based on his life. The series, in development from 20th TV, stars Shane — playing a version of himself — and “his best friends as they navigate the chaotic new world of online fame, the strain it puts on their friendships, and the tension their presence causes in their suburban neighborhood.”

“Hacks” writer and “High Potential” consulting producer Genevieve Aniello is set to executive produce and write the untitled Jake Shane pilot, while Paul Briganti (“Saturday Night Live”) will direct and executive produce. The pilot is based on an original story by Shane, Aniello and Briganti.

Also attached to executive produce is Alec Berg (“Barry,” “Silicon Valley”) and his p

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