Good Hang with Amy Poehler Kate McKinnon
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Oct 28, 2025 Join Kate McKinnon, the award-winning comedian from SNL, as she dives into her newfound passions for homesteading and woodworking. She candidly shares her desire for solitude in nature and the satisfaction of carpentry projects. Aidy Bryant, her former SNL castmate, adds humor with nostalgic anecdotes about their time together. Kate also discusses her Millicent Quibb books, revealing her aim to inspire kids to explore the outdoors. Plus, enjoy her light-hearted takes on personality types and the misconceptions fans have about her offstage.
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SNL Friendship That Gave Permission To Exit
- Aidy Bryant and Amy Poehler bonded at SNL over being extrovert-for-work but secretly introverts who gave each other permission to leave social situations first.
- That friendship helped both navigate overwhelm and provided practical emotional support during hectic SNL years.
Homesteading As Solitude And Preparation
- Kate McKinnon moved to a homestead because she wanted solitude and practical self-reliance after intense city life and SNL tenure.
- She frames homesteading as both emotional refuge and pragmatic prepping for short-term survival.
Sketch As Shared Delight, Not Performance Pressure
- Kate felt more present and connected during dress rehearsals than live air, experiencing sketch like playing for friends.
- She describes successful sketch as sharing delight and checking if the audience loves it too.
