Chapter
The Challenges of Writing for Late Night TV
11:32 - 16:08 (04:35)
This podcast discusses the nerves and challenges around writing for a late night TV show, particularly the daunting task of getting a sketch to succeed in the limited time frame of a read through, often relying on one key phrase to land with the audience and make the sketch memorable.
Clips
The pressure of writing for "Saturday Night Live" can be intense, with writers having to quickly come up with ideas that will work with multiple sketches and host readings, while also dealing with nerves during read-throughs and live shows.
11:32 - 14:29 (02:57)
Saturday Night Live
Summary
The pressure of writing for "Saturday Night Live" can be intense, with writers having to quickly come up with ideas that will work with multiple sketches and host readings, while also dealing with nerves during read-throughs and live shows.
ChapterThe Challenges of Writing for Late Night TV
EpisodeConan O'Brien
PodcastFly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
A comedian discusses the horror of a comedy sketch that doesn't land and how they can quickly fall apart if the crucial moment doesn't work.
14:29 - 16:08 (01:38)
Comedy
Summary
A comedian discusses the horror of a comedy sketch that doesn't land and how they can quickly fall apart if the crucial moment doesn't work.