Good Hang with Amy Poehler Kristen Wiig
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Sep 30, 2025 
Kristen Wiig, the acclaimed comedian known for her iconic SNL characters and the hit film Bridesmaids, shares her journey from a psychic's advice to move to LA to her rise in comedy. Her candid stories reveal early struggles at SNL, the pressure of balancing fame with her need for privacy, and the unique way she finds inspiration in music. Joined by fellow SNL alum Bill Hader, they delve into humorous anecdotes, discuss their shared love for quirky characters, and even contemplate the feelings of inanimate objects. A delightful blend of laughter and introspection!
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Block Reviews During Promotion
- Avoid reading every review while promoting your work to protect your mental health.
- Kristen asks her publicist not to send reviews to prevent negative comments from seeding her thoughts.
Trust Your Memory, Skip The Pictures
- Trust the feeling you had at the moment rather than re-checking photos later.
- Kristen learned to avoid comparing memories to images to preserve positive experiences.
Psychic Prompted A Sudden Move To LA
- Kristen Wiig tells how a psychic in Tucson told her she should have been in LA, which prompted her to pack up and move immediately.
- She quit school, drove to LA with her cat, and started working odd jobs before finding Groundlings.