Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade

Kimmel + Free Speech Perspectives & A Shared Love Of Airports

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Sep 29, 2025
Dana and David dive into the Jimmy Kimmel saga, sparking a lively discussion on free speech and public backlash. They share their love for airports, comparing experiences from greeters to security lines, while also riffing on TSA interactions. The duo explores the oddity of a viral hair monster clogging a drain, leading to hilarious commentary on hygiene and plumbing. Their banter is sprinkled with nostalgic nods to classic comedians and the quirks of modern tech, making for an engaging and laughter-filled conversation.
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INSIGHT

Algorithms Amplify Outrage

  • Social platforms amplify anger because algorithms reward rage and engagement.
  • Dana Carvey warns to 'check yourself' and step back if online interaction makes you miserable.
ADVICE

Tame Your Online Anger

  • If online posting makes you angry or sad, reduce it because platforms exploit rage.
  • Dana explicitly tells listeners to 'check yourself' and give the brain a rest from hysteria.
ANECDOTE

Reflections On The Kimmel Episode

  • Dana and David discuss Jimmy Kimmel's recent controversy and his emotional follow-up monologue.
  • Dana praises the monologue as thoughtful and moved by a grieving widow's forgiveness.
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