Portlandia season 7 episode 9 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
At the Small Talk Convention, attendees engage in light-hearted banter, discussing mundane topics like the weather and haircuts. A game reveals varying passenger ratings on a car service app, leading to humorous exchanges. Larry undergoes a challenging training session on firing employees. Carrie, desperate to improve her low passenger rating, agrees with everything her eccentric driver says, even accompanying him to a gun store. Meanwhile, a couple's birth photography session goes awry, and a credit card call turns overly personal, reflecting the episode's focus on awkward social interactions and misunderstandings.
Full Episode S07E09 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Small Talk Convention?
An annual event focusing on casual interactions and small talk.
Who is Erika Kern?
A founding member of the Small Talk organization who shares a story about her haircut.
What game do the characters play at the table?
They check their passenger ratings on a car service app.
What is Amelia's passenger rating?
Amelia has a perfect 5.0 rating.
What training does Larry attend?
A session on how to fire employees.
Who is Matthew in Larry's training?
An actor hired to help Larry practice firing scenarios.
Why is Carrie concerned about her passenger rating?
She has a low rating and wants to improve it.
What strategy does Carrie use to improve her rating?
She agrees with everything her driver says.
What unusual event do the photographers document?
The birth of a couple's baby.
How does the credit card representative analyze Sandra's purchases?
By making personal judgments about her lifestyle and relationships.
What unusual location do Carrie and her driver visit?
A gun store.
What happens to Carrie's rating at the end of the episode?
It drops even lower due to a misunderstanding.
How does the gun store owner react to Carrie and Fred?
He is enthusiastic about showing them guns and assumes they share his interests.
What causes the misunderstanding with Filat?
Carrie mispronounces his name.
What is the tone of the episode?
Humorous and satirical, focusing on social interactions and misunderstandings.