Ego Nwodim | Full Episode | Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
Episode Description
A look behind the curtain with Ego Nwodim.
On Audacy’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
SNL cast member discusses her journey, sketch creation, and new podcast, highlighting the emotional challenges of live performances.
Key points
- Lisa from Tula: A Sketch Success. The guest discusses how a sketch named 'Lisa from Tula' became a breakout moment for her.
- The Pressure of Performance. A candid reflection on the pressures of performing well after a successful table read.
- The Importance of the Room. The 'room' is where key decisions are made about sketches, impacting the show's flow.
- Fighting for a Sketch. Pedro fought for a sketch that was initially cut, showcasing the struggle behind the scenes.
- The Impact of Lisa from Tula. Lisa from Tula became a defining moment for the performer, showcasing her comedic style.
- Chasing the High of Comedy. The thrill of performing a sketch that hits big is addictive, like a drug.
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Episode highlights
- Lisa from Tula: A Sketch SuccessThe guest discusses how a sketch named 'Lisa from Tula' became a breakout moment for her.“It's honestly like having a hit movie come out.”1:47Nov 6, 2024
- The Pressure of PerformanceA candid reflection on the pressures of performing well after a successful table read.“If something kills at table baby in my opinion that's Kiss of Death.”15:35Nov 6, 2024
- The Importance of the RoomThe 'room' is where key decisions are made about sketches, impacting the show's flow.“That's who's in there, okay?”24:54Nov 6, 2024
- Fighting for a SketchPedro fought for a sketch that was initially cut, showcasing the struggle behind the scenes.“He went in that room and fought for it.”29:27Nov 6, 2024
- The Impact of Lisa from TulaLisa from Tula became a defining moment for the performer, showcasing her comedic style.“I just want one to work.”36:29Nov 6, 2024
- Chasing the High of ComedyThe thrill of performing a sketch that hits big is addictive, like a drug.“It's so fun but no wonder everyone chases it because it's like God I want to do another one of these.”46:41Nov 6, 2024
- Navigating Expectations at SNLThe pressure of meeting expectations and the struggle of resubmitting sketches is real.“Let's not assume the room's going to be kind and warm about it because they're rooting for us.”54:42Nov 6, 2024
- Podcasting Through LossExploring the complexities of fatherhood and loss in her new podcast, 'Thanks Dad.'“I invite guests to be my dad for the day and I get to ask them questions.”1:02:16Nov 6, 2024
Tension
60/ 100Some tension
