i agree that it developed more of its own style after the first season, but it was still funny. i wouldn't skip the first season because it introduces the characters and their dynamics, and i really had no problems with the dialog. i guess i kinda did think the whole series was going to revolve around filling that hole, and that would have been ridiculous, but thankfully they expanded the story. i think to get the most out of the show you have to watch the first season even if it's not the best one.