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Susan Morrison - Author of LORNE: The Man Who Invented Saturday Night Live

Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade

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Lorne Michaels: The Man Behind the Comedy Curtain

This chapter presents an insightful exploration of Lorne Michaels' life and career, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of Saturday Night Live. The hosts discuss the extensive documentation of his journey, highlighting key challenges, notable interviews, and the evolution of comedy formats. Through anecdotes and reflections, they reveal the behind-the-scenes dynamics of late-night television and the iconic beginnings of a transformative show in entertainment history.

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