Fortune Feimster | Full Episode | Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
Episode Description
Testing for SNL, butt massages, and closing bits with Fortune Feimster.
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
Fortune Feimster discusses stand-up comedy, naming specials, and her journey in the industry with humorous anecdotes throughout.
Key points
- Fortune's Fun Personality. Fortune is described as full of fun and joy, making conversations lively.
- The Algorithm Dilemma. Fortune shares her frustrations with social media algorithms and their unpredictable nature.
- Auditioning for SNL. Fortune reflects on her audition experiences for SNL and the disappointment of not getting cast.
- David Spade's Career Reflections. David Spade shares insights on his career ups and downs, revealing the pressure of new shows.
- Comedy Special Challenges. The pressure of filming a special leads to unexpected challenges and audience dynamics.
- Touring and Writing Process. The process of touring and writing new material is a constant grind for comedians.
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Episode highlights
- Fortune's Fun PersonalityFortune is described as full of fun and joy, making conversations lively.“She's really fun!”0:19Apr 17, 2024
- The Algorithm DilemmaFortune shares her frustrations with social media algorithms and their unpredictable nature.“The algo is mad!”4:36Apr 17, 2024
- Auditioning for SNLFortune reflects on her audition experiences for SNL and the disappointment of not getting cast.“Not getting it was so disappointing!”10:14Apr 17, 2024
- David Spade's Career ReflectionsDavid Spade shares insights on his career ups and downs, revealing the pressure of new shows.“I was trying too hard, it happens on stage with comics too.”23:05Apr 17, 2024
- Comedy Special ChallengesThe pressure of filming a special leads to unexpected challenges and audience dynamics.“I only get nervous when I'm filming, there's pressure to get it right.”24:04Apr 17, 2024
- Touring and Writing ProcessThe process of touring and writing new material is a constant grind for comedians.“I just grind because you know I enjoy it and there is that fear of when will this stop.”27:59Apr 17, 2024
- The Importance of Glute MassagesA humorous take on the benefits of glute massages and the awkwardness of asking for them.“You must have felt incredible!”41:47Apr 17, 2024
- Unexpected Audience FavoritesFortune discusses how certain jokes resonate more than expected, even if they aren't her best.“You ever have a joke in your act that you don’t feel is the best bit?”43:45Apr 17, 2024
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