You spend so much time in the world of virtual that the actual - which nothing is more actual than stand-up - it's a painful experience for the audience, and the comedian a lot of time - we miss that.
Jerry SeinfeldRead
When you make a TV show, they always say you're a guest in someone's home. Online, you're a guest in someone's face. So that's why I try to make it sound and look and feel very inviting and attractive, because I know that I'm in your face.
Interpretation
This quote emphasizes the intimacy and immediacy of online communication compared to traditional TV shows.
Jerry Seinfeld highlights the difference between creating a television show and producing content online. In television, you enter the viewer's living room as a guest, while online, you are directly in their face, making it crucial to ensure that the content is engaging and welcoming, as it demands immediate attention and connection.
In practice
Use this quote in a workshop about creating engaging online content.
You spend so much time in the world of virtual that the actual - which nothing is more actual than stand-up - it's a painful experience for the audience, and the comedian a lot of time - we miss that.
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