Paul Rudd | Full Episode | Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
Episode Description
SNL experience and technique, career decision-making, and a magical Paul McCartney moment with Paul Rudd.
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
Paul Rudd discusses his career, experiences with comedy legends, and passion for The Beatles in this engaging episode.
Key points
- Paul Rudd's Comedy Journey. Paul Rudd shares his early comedic experiences and the evolution of his career.
- Starstruck by Meryl Streep. Paul Rudd recounts a memorable moment with Meryl Streep on set.
- Fred Armisen's Musical Comedy. Fred Armisen's unique comedic style shines through his musical rhythms and passion for the Beatles.
- Emotional Hosting Experience. Hosting SNL shortly after his father's death was a surreal and emotional experience.
- Memorable Musical Guests. Hosting SNL brought incredible musical guests, including Paul McCartney and Beyoncé.
- Challenges of Sketch Comedy. Performing in restaurant sketches presents unique challenges for timing and audience engagement.
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Episode highlights
- Paul Rudd's Comedy JourneyPaul Rudd shares his early comedic experiences and the evolution of his career.“Paul Rudd doesn't understand the desperation because good looking talented funny.”2:40Feb 15, 2023
- Starstruck by Meryl StreepPaul Rudd recounts a memorable moment with Meryl Streep on set.“I was so kind of starstruck.”22:49Feb 15, 2023
- Fred Armisen's Musical ComedyFred Armisen's unique comedic style shines through his musical rhythms and passion for the Beatles.“He's such a musical comic in his rhythms.”26:09Feb 15, 2023
- Emotional Hosting ExperienceHosting SNL shortly after his father's death was a surreal and emotional experience.“I was in this state of complete kind of grieving.”31:22Feb 15, 2023
- Memorable Musical GuestsHosting SNL brought incredible musical guests, including Paul McCartney and Beyoncé.“I still have the cue card he signed for me.”33:14Feb 15, 2023
- Challenges of Sketch ComedyPerforming in restaurant sketches presents unique challenges for timing and audience engagement.“It's hard to kill in a restaurant sketch in the corner.”43:21Feb 15, 2023
- Testing ResultsThe excitement of receiving a negative test result quickly turns to disappointment.“I was just jumping for joy like thank God!”46:32Feb 15, 2023
- Awe with Paul McCartneyA memorable moment watching Paul McCartney perform live, creating a sense of disbelief.“I couldn't believe I was in the same room with Paul McCartney.”52:09Feb 15, 2023
Tension
45/ 100Some tension
