Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade REACTION - SNL’s Big Cast Shake-Up
Sep 4, 2025
Dana and David dive into the recent SNL cast shake-up, introducing new faces while reflecting on departures and the emotional impact on the ensemble. They reminisce about their own SNL days, sharing hilarious behind-the-scenes stories. David shares a comical performance in Alaska, while Dana recounts a near-death bus ride in a Cary Grant voice. The duo also discusses the quirks of performing outdoors and the chaos of comedy, all peppered with playful banter and anecdotes that capture their unique chemistry.
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State Fair Stand‑Up Chaos
- David Spade recounts bombing and dealing with ambient noise at state fair comedy gigs, including a rainy Alaska show.
- He describes weather, kids, petting zoos, and audience toughness that made the show memorable.
Near‑Death Bus Ride Turned Joke
- Dana Carvey describes a terrifying Hearst Castle bus ride down hairpin turns and watching the driver sweat.
- He turned his anxiety into a comedic Church Lady gag on the spot after the trip.
Invisible Weeks Hurt Cast Morale
- Both hosts explain how being sidelined at SNL (no sketches) creates long, lonely weeks and drains morale.
- They highlight the emotional toll of waiting and watching while production moves around you.