RE-RELEASE - Iliza Schlesinger
Summary
Comedian Eliza Schlesinger joins Dana Carvey and David Spade to discuss her career, including her obscure 230-episode dating show and new Amazon Prime special. The trio shares anecdotes about John Belushi, working with Anthony Hopkins, and the surreal nature of fame. They also debate stage attire, the utility of multiple phones, and the unique challenges female comedians face regarding audience perception and harassment.
Topics discussed
Sponsors: Sleep Doctor and Quince
Introduction of guest Eliza Schlesinger
Defending Encino and the show 'Excused'
Comedians, stalkers, and high school fame
Meeting idols and the surreal nature of success
Touring grind and memorizing jokes
Joke about a toddler's nap and 'Road to Wellville'
SNL cast trip to the haunted Mohawk Lodge
Sponsors: Dell and Alma
Halloween costumes and heckling trick-or-treaters
Dallas comedy scene and meeting Michael Jackson
Meeting Billy Crystal and fan interactions
VIP lines, photos, and the 'two phone' flex
Fashion choices and the 'Stupid Special' outfit
Sponsors: Wayfair, Boll & Branch, and Snapple
Mispronouncing names and comedy club etiquette
Promoting the special 'Teller' and Salt Lake City crowds
Outro and call to subscribe
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