Portlandia season 3 episode 3 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In a satirical portrayal, Mother's Sun deodorant is introduced, emphasizing natural ingredients over effectiveness. Portland, feeling overshadowed by Seattle, devises plans to attract its residents, with Fred and Carrie leading the outreach. A pedicab driver faces constant rejection, while the Portland Milk Advisory Board introduces Berry Seed Milk. A couple considers starting a bed and breakfast, focusing on coziness. Fred and Carrie's efforts in Seattle include promoting a chore wheel to resolve house disputes. A dinner party is riddled with TV show spoilers, creating tension. Toni and Candace, upset over a negative Yelp review of their feminist bookstore, confront the reviewer, leading to an unexpected encounter with Martina Navratilova. The episode concludes with Portland welcoming new residents, primarily dogs, and the surprise arrival of Alexandra from Seattle, seeking unconventional accommodation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the main ingredients criticized in traditional deodorants in the Mother's Sun advertisement?
Isopropyl Myristate, Dioxin 5 & 6, and Aluminum.
What natural ingredients does Mother's Sun claim to use in their deodorants?
Oatmeal, chamomile, lavender, and honey.
What is Portland's plan to compete with Seattle's popularity?
Create billboards and personally reach out to Seattle residents to attract them to Portland.
Who are assigned as representatives of Portland to promote the city in Seattle?
Fred and Carrie.
What business idea is considered by a couple in the show?
Opening a bed and breakfast.
What solution do Fred and Carrie offer to a house in Seattle with roommate disputes?
Introducing a chore wheel.
What issue arises at the dinner party?
Guests accidentally spoil multiple TV shows for each other.
Why are Toni and Candace upset at their feminist bookstore?
They received a negative Yelp review.
How do Toni and Candace confront the Yelp reviewer?
They visit her at a sports bar and discuss the review.
Who do Toni and Candace unexpectedly meet at the sports bar?
Martina Navratilova.
What is the response in Portland to the arrival of new residents?
Disappointment due to the lack of human newcomers, only dogs.
Who is the surprise human newcomer to Portland from Seattle?
Alexandra.
What unusual request does Alexandra make upon arriving in Portland?
She asks for a place to have a strong urination.
What is the main focus of the Portland Milk Advisory Board in this episode?
Promoting their new product, Berry Seed Milk.
What recurring theme is evident in the interactions between Portland and Seattle?
A rivalry and desire to attract residents from one city to the other.
