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Comedy Quote by B. J. Porter

“Scott and I had just worked with Jimmy Pardo doing a live show over the summer. And it was a lot of fun and we wanted to keep doing a live show. And as Scott said, we knew a lot of funny young people who needed a place to do stand-up. And we were in a place, where we were writing so much that we…” quote by B. J. Porter
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“Scott and I had just worked with Jimmy Pardo doing a live show over the summer. And it was a lot of fun and we wanted to keep doing a live show. And as Scott said, we knew a lot of funny young people who needed a place to do stand-up. And we were in a place, where we were writing so much that we weren't around live comedy so much, so we kind of missed it.”

B. J. Porter

About This Quote

Source Interview: Podcast Episode 45, 2021

The speaker describes a desire to revive live comedy for young talent, noting a lack of performance venues despite abundant writing.

In simple terms: They want more live comedy for young writers.

Key Takeaway

Create more live platforms for emerging comedians.

Themes

comedy community youth

Mood

enthusiastic hopeful

Type

cultural motivational

When to use this quote

  • stand‑up shows
  • talent incubators
  • creative workshops
  • local venues

Key Concepts

Performance art culture development

Questions to Reflect On

  • What barriers prevent live comedy from thriving?
  • How can communities support young comedians?
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