

Good Talk with Anthony Jeselnik
Comedian Anthony Jeselnik interviews fellow comedians about their careers, influences and other topical issues.
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Plot Summary
A darkly humorous talk show where comedian Anthony Jeselnik engages in uncomfortable and often disturbing conversations with fellow comedians and celebrities. Each episode features Jeselnik interviewing a guest, exploring their lives and careers with his signature morbid wit and provocative questioning. The show aims to push boundaries and elicit genuine, unfiltered reactions.
Critical Reception
Good Talk with Anthony Jeselnik garnered mixed to positive reviews, with many critics acknowledging Jeselnik's unique comedic voice and his ability to elicit surprisingly candid responses from his guests. While some found the tone consistently bleak and the format repetitive, others praised its originality and the guest chemistry, particularly highlighting Jeselnik's talent for setting up awkward but compelling moments.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for Anthony Jeselnik's distinctive and edgy comedic style.
- Appreciated for its unique interview format that elicits candid and often uncomfortable guest responses.
- Criticized by some for its relentlessly dark tone and lack of broader appeal.
Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not readily available, but critical consensus suggests viewers either embraced Jeselnik's dark humor and unconventional interview style or found it too off-putting.
Fun Fact
The show's title, 'Good Talk,' is an ironic nod to the often anything-but-pleasant conversations that take place between Jeselnik and his guests.
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