RE-RELEASE - Molly Shannon
Episode Description
Revisiting Gelson's half chickens, the SNL physical beating, and embracing bombing as much as scoring with Molly Shannon.
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
Molly Shannon discusses her career, new show with Will Ferrell, and personal experiences in comedy and life.
Key points
- The Competitive Spirit. A humorous moment where the speaker jokes about competing with Molly's kindness.
- Facing Rejection. Molly shares her struggles with rejection in auditions and her moment of doubt.
- The Audition Switcheroo. A casting director unexpectedly changes the scene, leading to a surprising audition experience.
- Facing Disrespect. An actor confronts rudeness during auditions, emphasizing the importance of good writing.
- Childhood Bullying. A candid discussion about childhood bullying and its lasting impact.
- Embracing the Bombing. A comedic duo embraces failure during a sketch performance, finding joy in the experience.
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Episode highlights
- The Competitive SpiritA humorous moment where the speaker jokes about competing with Molly's kindness.“I was just competitive. I'm kidding.”1:33May 20, 2026
- Facing RejectionMolly shares her struggles with rejection in auditions and her moment of doubt.“I don’t think I have the heart for this anymore.”13:00May 20, 2026
- The Audition SwitcherooA casting director unexpectedly changes the scene, leading to a surprising audition experience.“They go, 'Ready for you.' And I go, 'No, I didn’t have the balls.'”16:14May 20, 2026
- Facing DisrespectAn actor confronts rudeness during auditions, emphasizing the importance of good writing.“The problem you have is the writing. The actors are all really good.”19:51May 20, 2026
- Childhood BullyingA candid discussion about childhood bullying and its lasting impact.“I was a bit of a pipsqueak. I wasn’t this strapping athlete you see today.”22:20May 20, 2026
- Embracing the BombingA comedic duo embraces failure during a sketch performance, finding joy in the experience.“It’s like all I cared about was me and Will. Nobody else matters.”30:20May 20, 2026
- The Power of NostalgiaReflecting on Lauren's influence, the conversation turns nostalgic and heartfelt.“He loves funny people. He loves us.”32:41May 20, 2026
- Physical Comedy's TollDiscussing the physicality of performance, the toll it takes becomes evident.“I’m so glad I didn’t break my neck.”36:58May 20, 2026
Tension
30/ 100Low tension
