Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade
Keegan-Michael Key and Elle Key
Oct 18, 2023
Keegan-Michael Key, known for Key & Peele and SNL, discusses the history of sketch comedy. They also explore excessive celebrations in football, compare MAD TV and SNL, talk about staying hydrated and favorite flavors, share stories about comedic brothers, express their love for musicals and action films, and discuss the joy of finding little moments in films. They end with insights on relationships, career, and comedy.
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- Sketch comedy's enduring appeal lies in its rock and roll-style performance art.
- Mad TV's unapologetic naughtiness and diversity influenced its unique brand of humor.
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The Gym Game: Inside Jokes with Keegan-Michael Key
Keegan-Michael Key and his wife El Key discuss their comedy book about the history of sketch comedy and their close creative relationship. They also talk about the unique elements of sketch comedy, its evolution over the years, and the comedic storytelling approach used in their own sketches. The conversation touches on specific examples, such as the popular Substitute Teacher sketch, and explores the enduring appeal of sketch comedy as a live, rock and roll-style performance art.
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