Literally! With Rob Lowe Vanessa Bayer: It's More Fun With Cookies (Re-Release)
Aug 18, 2025
Vanessa Bayer, an actress and comedian known for her work on SNL, joins the conversation to reflect on her quirky journey from Ohio to Hollywood. She shares hilarious tales from her childhood, the contrasting energies of city life versus the suburbs, and her memorable summer on Sesame Street, even discussing the inclusive introduction of an HIV-positive Muppet. The chat takes a fun turn as they rank their favorite QVC hosts and delve into the art of celebrity impressions, showcasing the humor and challenges of embodying well-known figures.
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Leaving New York For Hollywood
- Vanessa Bayer moved from New York to Los Angeles after SNL and pilot season opportunities pulled her west.
- She joked about leaving the city that made her and trading NY pace for Hollywood hustle.
City Pace Forces Behavioral Change
- Vanessa described how New York forced her to speed up and be less deliberative compared with Midwestern cities.
- She found the faster pace scary at first but learned to adapt over time.
College Troupe Sparked Her Career
- Vanessa discovered performing again in college when she auditioned for a female sketch troupe called Bloomers.
- That group clicked for her and she pursued performance through the rest of college.