Episode
Kumail Nanjiani
1:28:47
Published: Wed Nov 23 2022
Description
Not one of the cool kids, the standup journey, and getting jacked with Kumail Nanjiani. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Chapters
Live Nation is holding a concert week from May 10th to May 16th with $25 all in tickets to thousands of shows on livenation.com.
00:00 - 00:54 (00:54)
Summary
Live Nation is holding a concert week from May 10th to May 16th with $25 all in tickets to thousands of shows on livenation.com.
EpisodeKumail Nanjiani
PodcastFly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
Two people share a brief conversation about sitting in a peculiar way.
00:54 - 03:56 (03:02)
Summary
Two people share a brief conversation about sitting in a peculiar way.
EpisodeKumail Nanjiani
PodcastFly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
The speaker shares a story about a man who felt self-conscious about his body and how it impacted his image.
03:56 - 06:52 (02:55)
Summary
The speaker shares a story about a man who felt self-conscious about his body and how it impacted his image. They also discuss the success of "The Big Sick" movie.
EpisodeKumail Nanjiani
PodcastFly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
The speaker comments on the reputation of the podcast hosts, stating that Dana and David are both considered to be nice guys by others.
06:52 - 10:26 (03:34)
Summary
The speaker comments on the reputation of the podcast hosts, stating that Dana and David are both considered to be nice guys by others.
EpisodeKumail Nanjiani
PodcastFly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
A man shares his experience of being picked on in high school after transferring to a new school, and how it affected his self-confidence.
10:26 - 13:19 (02:53)
Summary
A man shares his experience of being picked on in high school after transferring to a new school, and how it affected his self-confidence.
EpisodeKumail Nanjiani
PodcastFly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
The speaker talks about how he started as a cool guy in his high school thanks to his brother, but later on, he became a nerd, and nobody cared about him until he participated in the talent shows.
13:19 - 18:17 (04:58)
Summary
The speaker talks about how he started as a cool guy in his high school thanks to his brother, but later on, he became a nerd, and nobody cared about him until he participated in the talent shows.
EpisodeKumail Nanjiani
PodcastFly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
The speaker reflects on his childhood experiences of wanting to fit in and be part of the popular group, and how he had an enforcer to protect him.
18:17 - 21:18 (03:01)
Summary
The speaker reflects on his childhood experiences of wanting to fit in and be part of the popular group, and how he had an enforcer to protect him.
EpisodeKumail Nanjiani
PodcastFly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
The speaker reflects on how, growing up, being funny was the characteristic that defined them and how it affected their ability to concentrate in school.
21:18 - 24:24 (03:05)
Summary
The speaker reflects on how, growing up, being funny was the characteristic that defined them and how it affected their ability to concentrate in school.
EpisodeKumail Nanjiani
PodcastFly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
The speaker promotes Viore Clothing, offering a 20% discount on first purchase, free shipping on US orders over $75, and free returns.
24:24 - 31:12 (06:48)
Summary
The speaker promotes Viore Clothing, offering a 20% discount on first purchase, free shipping on US orders over $75, and free returns.
EpisodeKumail Nanjiani
PodcastFly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
The speaker talks about his experience doing stand-up comedy and getting paid $20 per spot in LA, which he notes is famous enough for Arizona.
31:12 - 34:28 (03:15)
Summary
The speaker talks about his experience doing stand-up comedy and getting paid $20 per spot in LA, which he notes is famous enough for Arizona.
EpisodeKumail Nanjiani
PodcastFly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
The guest on the show talks about how the most legendary skateboarder of all time was his stunt double and then transitioning to his comedy career with improv and how he landed one of the young comedian specials.
34:28 - 38:58 (04:29)
Summary
The guest on the show talks about how the most legendary skateboarder of all time was his stunt double and then transitioning to his comedy career with improv and how he landed one of the young comedian specials.
EpisodeKumail Nanjiani
PodcastFly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
A comedian discusses the frustration of receiving compliments that are switched out at the last second and the feeling of knowing if a set went well or not.
38:58 - 43:23 (04:24)
Summary
A comedian discusses the frustration of receiving compliments that are switched out at the last second and the feeling of knowing if a set went well or not.
EpisodeKumail Nanjiani
PodcastFly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
A comedian reflects on his successful jokes and how some performers are like taking care of a little kid while on stage.
43:23 - 48:03 (04:40)
Summary
A comedian reflects on his successful jokes and how some performers are like taking care of a little kid while on stage.
EpisodeKumail Nanjiani
PodcastFly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
In this podcast, the hosts discuss the topic of fame and how it can come unexpectedly.
48:03 - 54:34 (06:30)
Summary
In this podcast, the hosts discuss the topic of fame and how it can come unexpectedly. They share personal experiences and thoughts about being famous in today's society.
EpisodeKumail Nanjiani
PodcastFly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
This podcast episode features a guest who talks about his experiences transitioning from writing independent screenplays to being cast in popular TV shows like Silicon Valley, including receiving a surprise invitation to appear on SNL.
54:34 - 59:03 (04:29)
Summary
This podcast episode features a guest who talks about his experiences transitioning from writing independent screenplays to being cast in popular TV shows like Silicon Valley, including receiving a surprise invitation to appear on SNL.
EpisodeKumail Nanjiani
PodcastFly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
A comedian recounts how they asked to be written out of a serious role on a TV show to pursue a career in comedy, and the importance of staying true to oneself despite external pressures.
59:03 - 1:02:11 (03:07)
Summary
A comedian recounts how they asked to be written out of a serious role on a TV show to pursue a career in comedy, and the importance of staying true to oneself despite external pressures.
EpisodeKumail Nanjiani
PodcastFly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
The guest actor and comedian talks about his experience with comedy and acting in sitcoms and working with other funny people such as Mike Judge and Nick Kroll.
1:02:12 - 1:09:22 (07:09)
Summary
The guest actor and comedian talks about his experience with comedy and acting in sitcoms and working with other funny people such as Mike Judge and Nick Kroll. He also shares his thoughts on how being a comedian can make you a better actor.
EpisodeKumail Nanjiani
PodcastFly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
The creative team behind a romantic comedy movie discusses how they cast and developed characters, including drawing influences from real life experience to create a relatable and emotional core to the plot.
1:09:22 - 1:13:45 (04:23)
Summary
The creative team behind a romantic comedy movie discusses how they cast and developed characters, including drawing influences from real life experience to create a relatable and emotional core to the plot.
EpisodeKumail Nanjiani
PodcastFly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
Drizly offers the most convenient way to buy and receive beer, wine, and spirits in under an hour.
1:13:45 - 1:16:37 (02:51)
Summary
Drizly offers the most convenient way to buy and receive beer, wine, and spirits in under an hour. Perfect for bad weather or last-minute cravings.
EpisodeKumail Nanjiani
PodcastFly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
Learn a new language and improve your pronunciation with just 10 minutes of daily practice using a language learning app with a true accent feature.
1:16:37 - 1:19:53 (03:16)
Summary
Learn a new language and improve your pronunciation with just 10 minutes of daily practice using a language learning app with a true accent feature.
EpisodeKumail Nanjiani
PodcastFly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
Kumail Nanjiani shares his experience of starting out in Hollywood with small roles and fighting for larger ones, eventually leading to his success as a comedy actor after The Big Sick.
1:19:53 - 1:24:06 (04:13)
Summary
Kumail Nanjiani shares his experience of starting out in Hollywood with small roles and fighting for larger ones, eventually leading to his success as a comedy actor after The Big Sick.
EpisodeKumail Nanjiani
PodcastFly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
Getting in shape can improve your sex life by increasing libido, as well as changing how you carry and present yourself to others.
1:24:06 - 1:28:48 (04:42)
Summary
Getting in shape can improve your sex life by increasing libido, as well as changing how you carry and present yourself to others. However, achieving a low body fat and high lean mass requires a lot of dedication and hard work.
EpisodeKumail Nanjiani
PodcastFly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
The hosts express their anticipation for a fun conversation with Botino as he answers their questions.
1:28:48 - 1:31:36 (02:47)
Summary
The hosts express their anticipation for a fun conversation with Botino as he answers their questions.
EpisodeKumail Nanjiani
PodcastFly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
The importance of genuine laughter during read-throughs is discussed as comedy writers share inside jokes, prompting forced laughter, and why it's important for writers to learn how to be funny within the context of a television show.
1:31:36 - 1:34:04 (02:28)
Summary
The importance of genuine laughter during read-throughs is discussed as comedy writers share inside jokes, prompting forced laughter, and why it's important for writers to learn how to be funny within the context of a television show.