Bettendorf Talks

A scrappy, deadpan hangout comedy where well-meaning people bungle a tiny local show with cheerful incompetence.

Created by

David Pasquesi, Jack C. Newell

Genres

Comedy, Talk

Starring

David Pasquesi, T.J. Jagodowski

Overview

Part talk show and part workplace comedy, "Bettendorf Talks” is set in the titular Quad City, hosted by TJ and Dave, a comedy duo of former middling renown. They are trying to use this show as a stepping stone to regain some of their former perceived glory. It’s an unrealistic expectation in a town with no stars, a show with no budget, an inexperienced writing staff, Dave’s ego and TJ’s naiveté. The band rocks, the local guests are quirky and fun, the director is an absolute boss, the producer is motivated, the announcer might be a murderer, but despite all that going for it, it’s shocking how little can be accomplished when everyone is working as hard as they can in separate directions.

How it feels

Absurd, satirical, light and cynical. Brisk and easy to follow.

About

Ambition, work, media, celebrity

Content

Mild sexual content and language. No violence or gore.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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