RE-RELEASE - Dan Aykroyd
Episode Description
Looking back on vodka, reminiscing, and a toast to legends with Dan Aykroyd.
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
Dan Aykroyd discusses his career, Ghostbusters, and his vodka brand in a lively conversation about comedy and Hollywood.
Key points
- The Ghostbusters Sequel That Never Was. Akroyd reflects on a missed opportunity for a Ghostbusters sequel with a western theme.
- The Legacy of Jimmy Carter. A discussion on Jimmy Carter's unique perspective on deficit spending and his post-presidency impact.
- The Magic of Collaboration. The pairing of Eddie and the director Landis created something spectacular.
- The Coneheads Legacy. Reflecting on the enduring impact of the Coneheads movie.
- UFOs and the Pentagon. Discussion on the Pentagon's new office for analyzing UFO sightings.
- The Origin of Ghostbusters. The term 'Ghostbusters' was first used in a Jerry Lewis movie, 'Hold That Ghost.'
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Episode highlights
- The Ghostbusters Sequel That Never WasAkroyd reflects on a missed opportunity for a Ghostbusters sequel with a western theme.“I regret that they never made the sequel to Ghostbusters in a western theme called Bronbusters.”1:14May 27, 2026
- The Legacy of Jimmy CarterA discussion on Jimmy Carter's unique perspective on deficit spending and his post-presidency impact.“He was like, 'I don’t understand how we take in this much money.'”6:08May 27, 2026
- The Magic of CollaborationThe pairing of Eddie and the director Landis created something spectacular.“I didn’t know him before we started. Of course, he was spectacular.”16:54May 27, 2026
- The Coneheads LegacyReflecting on the enduring impact of the Coneheads movie.“It was a very good serviceable family comedy and it certainly endures today.”21:52May 27, 2026
- UFOs and the PentagonDiscussion on the Pentagon's new office for analyzing UFO sightings.“We actually have a Pentagon department now that’s working on that.”27:55May 27, 2026
- The Origin of GhostbustersThe term 'Ghostbusters' was first used in a Jerry Lewis movie, 'Hold That Ghost.'“Somebody asks Dean Martin, 'Who are you guys? We're Ghostbusters.'”32:48May 27, 2026
- A Love Story with Carrie FisherA heartfelt recount of a near-marriage with Carrie Fisher during the filming of 'Blues Brothers.'“I was ready to spend the rest of my life with Carrie.”40:24May 27, 2026
- The Success of GhostbustersThe film became a massive hit, comparable to 'Gone with the Wind' in its success.“Ghostbusters was like 300 million in 1984.”45:36May 27, 2026
Tension
40/ 100Low tension
