RE-RELEASE - Al Franken
- Nov 29, 2025
- 1:13:35
- Full Episode
Let's revisit memories of John Belushi, athletes hosting SNL, and risky jokes with Al Franken.
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
Al Franken discusses his SNL career, political satire, and memorable sketches with Dana Carvey and David Spade.
Key points
- Al Franken on SNL Memories. Al shares his experiences and memories from his time on Saturday Night Live.
- The Chemistry of the Hosts. Al and the hosts discuss their lack of qualifications and the charm it brings.
- Al's Math Skills. Al reflects on his math abilities and how they influenced his career.
- John Belushi's Influence. Al recounts his interactions with John Belushi and the challenges they faced.
- The Limo Incident. A surprising moment where the speaker reflects on not getting a limo while others did.
- George Harrison's Visit. A hilarious recount of George Harrison showing up drunk at SNL and playing piano.
Episode highlights
- Al Franken on SNL MemoriesAl shares his experiences and memories from his time on Saturday Night Live.“It's a really fun interview. He's an interesting guy.”0:46Nov 29, 2025
- The Chemistry of the HostsAl and the hosts discuss their lack of qualifications and the charm it brings.“You don't need anything. You have a chemistry between you.”2:21Nov 29, 2025
- Al's Math SkillsAl reflects on his math abilities and how they influenced his career.“I was just good at math and up to a point.”3:53Nov 29, 2025
- John Belushi's InfluenceAl recounts his interactions with John Belushi and the challenges they faced.“I said, 'John, um, you know, let's run lines.'”14:18Nov 29, 2025
- The Limo IncidentA surprising moment where the speaker reflects on not getting a limo while others did.“I see even Garrett gets a limo and I don't get one.”25:41Nov 29, 2025
- George Harrison's VisitA hilarious recount of George Harrison showing up drunk at SNL and playing piano.“George Harrison is here. They're going out to dinner.”30:13Nov 29, 2025
- The Brain Tumor Comedian SketchA controversial sketch that pushed boundaries and received mixed reactions.“Have you ever watched your um, you know wife die of a brain tumor?”33:14Nov 29, 2025
- The Bush Cold OpeningsInsight into the creative process behind memorable political sketches.“You knew exactly what you were doing.”35:02Nov 29, 2025
Tension
40/ 100Low tension
