Molly Shannon | Full Episode | Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
Episode Description
Gelson's half chickens, the SNL physical beating, and embracing bombing as much as scoring with Molly Shannon.
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
Molly Shannon discusses her SNL journey, new book, and comedy career highlights with Dana Carvey and David Spade.
Key points
- Molly Shannon's Authenticity. Molly Shannon is praised for her thoughtful and authentic approach to comedy.
- The Comedy Journey. Molly discusses her journey from waitress to SNL, highlighting the struggles along the way.
- The Audition Struggle. Molly Shannon reflects on the challenges and rejections faced during auditions.
- Audition Frustrations. Facing disinterest and disrespect during auditions, leading to a bold critique of the script.
- The Power of Anger. Using anger as a tool for self-advocacy and overcoming fear, revealing a personal struggle.
- The Evolution of a Character. The journey of a character from stage to screen, reflecting personal experiences and growth.
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Episode highlights
- Molly Shannon's AuthenticityMolly Shannon is praised for her thoughtful and authentic approach to comedy.“She's just very thought out, very authentic person.”2:15Oct 7, 2022
- The Comedy JourneyMolly discusses her journey from waitress to SNL, highlighting the struggles along the way.“I was definitely nervous, I was very excited that she was there.”11:51Oct 7, 2022
- The Audition StruggleMolly Shannon reflects on the challenges and rejections faced during auditions.“I don't think I have the heart for this anymore.”14:49Oct 7, 2022
- Audition FrustrationsFacing disinterest and disrespect during auditions, leading to a bold critique of the script.“The problem you have is the writing.”21:41Oct 7, 2022
- The Power of AngerUsing anger as a tool for self-advocacy and overcoming fear, revealing a personal struggle.“Sometimes if you feel angry that can be healthy.”21:59Oct 7, 2022
- The Evolution of a CharacterThe journey of a character from stage to screen, reflecting personal experiences and growth.“It's a representation of my childhood of overcoming hard stuff.”42:21Oct 7, 2022
- The Healing Power of ArtMolly Shannon discusses how performance can be a release and a form of healing.“Art can save people, you know what I mean?”43:35Oct 7, 2022
- The Importance of Supportive ParentingMolly reflects on how having at least one good parent can make a difference.“It only takes one good parent.”46:39Oct 7, 2022
Tension
45/ 100Some tension
