Able Quote by Abbi Jacobson
“We just sort of thought a Web series would be a cool thing to be able to send to our parents to show them that we were, in fact, actually doing comedy.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast "How Did This Get Made?", 2019
They wanted a way to prove their comedic work to family, using a web series as evidence.
In simple terms: A web series was created to show parents they were seriously doing comedy.
Use creative projects to demonstrate commitment to others.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- family gatherings
- online portfolios
- career launches
- social media sharing
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you showcase creative work to non‑industry audiences?
- What other formats could serve as proof of effort?
May not convince skeptics who value traditional achievements.