That Show - Best Monologue Ever??
In the latest That Show..., Nick revisits a standout episode of Saturday Night Live that aired on November 21, 2009, when actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt hosted for the first time. This episode is legendary for containing what many consider one of the best opening monologues in SNL history. Gordon-Levitt wowed audiences by recreating Donald O'Connor's iconic "Make 'Em Laugh" number from the classic musical Singin' in the Rain, delivering the routine with incredible skill and energy. It's breathtaking to watch and remains one of the all-time greatest monologues.
Alongside this unforgettable performance, Nick highlights some of the best sketches from that night, including a riotous edition of What’s Up With That?, the debut of Secret Word featuring Kristen Wiig’s hilarious Mindy Grayson, and a talk show parody with Andy Samberg, Bill Hader, Gordon-Levitt, and a spot-on David Matthews as Ozzy Osbourne. All of this fantastic comedy leads up to that unbelievable opening monologue that left audiences speechless. [Ep98]
Podcast (tshbfiy): Play in new window | Download (Duration: 53:19 — 36.6MB)
Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | RSS
That Show - Special Guest: Nell Minow
Nick Digilio welcomes film critic, writer, financial analyst, and corporate governance speaker Nell Minow (AKA: The Movie Mom) to the podcast to discuss her love of Saturday Night Live and much more. Nick and Nell chat about how she's watched every episode of the show since its very beginning, and how her father—the great Newton Minow—is forever connected to SNL. They also delve into the historical importance of the show, especially during an election year.
Nell unveils her five favorite sketches of all time, which feature the talents of Dan Aykroyd, Tina Fey, Bowen Yang, Tom Hanks, Amy Poehler, and writer Julio Torres, among others. She shares behind-the-scenes stories involving Phil Donahue and Gilda Radner, as well as anecdotes about the President of the United States and Lorne Michaels. Throughout the conversation, Nick and Nell analyze why SNL has remained such an important show for entire generations of fans.
It's a terrific interview with a brilliant guest, loaded with funny sketches and great tales. [Ep97]
Podcast (tshbfiy): Play in new window | Download (Duration: 1:01:51 — 42.5MB)
Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | RSS
