Lorne Michaels talks about the importance of collaboration between writers and performers on SNL, and how this approach allows both sides to contribute equally to the show's success.
The guest talks about how writers don't like to trim words from their scripts but it's necessary so that the audience doesn't feel like they're doing homework while watching the show.
The speaker talks about their experience during the 40th show, where they and Mike were waiting cards for a four-hour show. They mention how watching confident performers on stage is enjoyable, and how the spillover room was still filled with people.