One writer shares the exhausting and nerve-wracking process of writing for SNL, including staying up all night to write and experiencing flop sweat.
The author talks about the different challenges he faced when writing about his experiences on SNL versus reflecting on the success of Breaking Bad, both from his perspective as an actor and the show's journey to fame.
The pressure of performing well and "killing" on stage is high in the world of comedy, as evident from the experiences of some comedians like the speaker.
The host recalls how she and a friend got stoned and wrote a song inspired by the Facts of Life sketch from a comedy show, which featured Mrs. Garrett sticking a carrot up her butt and singing. She was amazed by the comedic talent of the girl who performed the sketch.
In this podcast transcript, a guest speaker discusses how they made it to SNL and the support they received from their team during the process.