Chapter

Innovating the Last Slot on SNL with Bill Hader
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28:38 - 33:22 (04:44)

Bill Hader discusses the significance of the final slot on SNL, as it allows for experimentation and new ideas to be tested before the show ends. This slot was particularly important before the advent of YouTube and the ability to have control over content distribution.

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The guests praise the interviewers for pioneering live internet broadcasting even before YouTube and acknowledge the unique and innovative ways they conducted their shows.
28:38 - 29:51 (01:13)
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Internet Broadcasting
Summary

The guests praise the interviewers for pioneering live internet broadcasting even before YouTube and acknowledge the unique and innovative ways they conducted their shows.

Chapter
Innovating the Last Slot on SNL with Bill Hader
Episode
"Dana Carvey"
Podcast
SmartLess
Dana Carvey discusses the time he performed a sketch comedy bit as Neil Young advertising for McDonald's on Saturday Night Live and how it barely made it onto the show.
29:51 - 31:54 (02:03)
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Comedy
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Dana Carvey discusses the time he performed a sketch comedy bit as Neil Young advertising for McDonald's on Saturday Night Live and how it barely made it onto the show.

Chapter
Innovating the Last Slot on SNL with Bill Hader
Episode
"Dana Carvey"
Podcast
SmartLess
This podcast episode discusses the nerve-wracking experience of performing in the last slot on Saturday Night Live, a spot reserved for new or experimental material that can be hit or miss.
31:54 - 33:22 (01:28)
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Saturday Night Live
Summary

This podcast episode discusses the nerve-wracking experience of performing in the last slot on Saturday Night Live, a spot reserved for new or experimental material that can be hit or miss. The guest shares their personal experience with the slot and how it compares to other performances in their career.

Chapter
Innovating the Last Slot on SNL with Bill Hader
Episode
"Dana Carvey"
Podcast
SmartLess