RE-RELEASE - Taran Killam
Summary
Dana Carvey and David Spade interview SNL alum Taron Egerton, discussing his career from MADtv to Broadway and his impressions. They share anecdotes about SNL’s "Goodnights," pitch meetings, and the pressure of live television. The trio also reflects on industry changes, including the use of celebrity guests and the evolution of political impressions.
Topics discussed
Sponsors: Dell and Quince
Taron Killam intro and Jeff Bezos space jokes
SNL Goodnights stories and Kristen Wiig
Groundlings training and Justin Bieber sketch
Sponsor: Bowl and Branch bedding
SNL tenure, Adam Sandler, and Star Wars
Grown Ups 2 and Chris Tucker rumors
Amanda Bynes, MADtv, and early career
SNL audition process and Will Forte
Contract renewal drama and Wayfair ad
Sponsor: Snapple facts
Impressions: Matthew McConaughey and Trump
SNL 50th anniversary and Digital Shorts
Leaving SNL and the 50th reunion
Pizza Rat sketch and closing remarks
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