John Feitelberg on 'Les Mascots,' Politicians' Social Media Use, and Creating TV

John Feitelberg's 'Les Mascots'

• 🎭 John Feitelberg discusses his new show, Les Mascots, which features Cookie Monster and Elmo as unemployed actors in Times Square.
• 💡 The show's origin stems from an idea by Owen Rotor, focusing on the relatable struggle of aspiring actors trying to make it in the entertainment industry.
• ✨ Feitelberg describes the show as a comedy with significant heart, aiming for relatability and emotional depth, inspired by shows like Entourage, Always Sunny, and The Office.
• 🎬 The production involved a dedicated team, including writer Owen Rotor and producer Pavs, and was filmed over six months, resulting in a high-quality, movie-like production.

Politicians and Social Media

• 📱 The discussion touches on Gavin Newsom's social media presence, noting its bombastic style, which some perceive as an attempt to emulate or satirize Donald Trump's approach.
• ⚠️ Feitelberg initially found Newsom's social media