Conan O'Brien | | Full Episode | Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
- Oct 7, 2022
- 1:13:47
- Full Episode
SNL writers dating movie stars, doubting history books, and no need for cocaine with Conan O'Brien.
On Cadence13’s Fly on the Wall, Saturday Night Live stars Dana Carvey and David Spade take listeners behind the scenes and reminisce about their favorite SNL moments, memories, and sketches with special guests.
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Brief Summary
Conan O'Brien and David Spade discuss their comedic journeys, SNL experiences, and interactions with famous hosts and celebrities.
Key points
- Conan's Comedy Legacy. Conan O'Brien has produced an incredible amount of comedy, staying relevant and evergreen.
- The Pressure of Read-Throughs. Writers face intense pressure during read-throughs, where laughter can make or break a sketch.
- Fraternity Life Reflections. David Spade shares his humorous thoughts on fraternity life and hazing.
- Cocaine Confessions. A candid discussion about past cocaine use and its effects on creativity.
- Late Night Realities. Exploring the grueling late-night writing sessions at SNL.
- The Evolution of SNL. A reflection on how SNL has changed over the years and its impact on new cast members.
Episode highlights
- Conan's Comedy LegacyConan O'Brien has produced an incredible amount of comedy, staying relevant and evergreen.“Conan has produced more funny stuff than almost anyone in the history of American Comedy.”2:47Oct 7, 2022
- The Pressure of Read-ThroughsWriters face intense pressure during read-throughs, where laughter can make or break a sketch.“It's like you've lined up 800 dominoes... and the fuse didn't light in the first page.”12:39Oct 7, 2022
- Fraternity Life ReflectionsDavid Spade shares his humorous thoughts on fraternity life and hazing.“I just don't think fraternities are a good idea in general.”23:02Oct 7, 2022
- Cocaine ConfessionsA candid discussion about past cocaine use and its effects on creativity.“I did not do well with cocaine.”24:07Oct 7, 2022
- Late Night RealitiesExploring the grueling late-night writing sessions at SNL.“I would have some kind of profound collapse.”30:00Oct 7, 2022
- The Evolution of SNLA reflection on how SNL has changed over the years and its impact on new cast members.“I think man that's a that's a challenge to pop.”41:52Oct 7, 2022
- The Changing Nature of FameFame has transformed into a talent of its own, impacting careers and opportunities.“Fame is Talent now; it's its own power.”47:44Oct 7, 2022
- A Surprising ConfessionA humorous revelation about not drinking until later in life.“I didn't drink until I was like 28.”51:14Oct 7, 2022
Tension
40/ 100Low tension
