Comedy Writing Tip #46: How to Write Jokes About Small Talk Without Sounding Basic

Small talk is comedy's low-hanging fruit - here's how to pick it: 1) **The Weather Gambit** - "Nothing says 'I have nothing to say' like discussing clouds for 10 minutes." 2) **The Office Escape** - "How about this weather?" really means "Please don't tell me about your weekend." 3) **The Elevator Paradox** - "We'll stand inches apart in silence... but God forbid we make eye contact." 4) **The Barista Bond** - "Telling a stranger 'have a good one' like I know what their 'one' entails." 5) **The Safety Net** - Always add: "But human connection is important... said no one after forced holiday party chat." Pro Tip: The best small talk jokes make introverts feel seen and extroverts nervous. On-Stage Line: "I don't do small talk... which explains why my dating history is just a series of uncomfortable silences." SOURCE: https://bit.ly/4kdwKCY