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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The Internet offers opportunities that are more unique than ever before. With TV, I know I'm making 22 minutes; I know there's a commercial in the middle. With the Internet, no one knows anything. No rules.
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What this quote means
The Internet provides unprecedented opportunities for creativity and innovation, free from traditional constraints.
In this quote, Jerry Seinfeld highlights the unique nature of the Internet as a platform for content creation. Unlike television, which has set formats and expected durations, the Internet allows creators the freedom to explore diverse ideas and formats without predetermined rules, fostering innovation and individuality.
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InternetOpportunitiesCreativityInnovationFreedom
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about the future of media, you could say, 'The Internet offers opportunities that are more unique than ever before, just as Seinfeld noted.'
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