The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers Podcast Breaking Down Mike O'Brien's SNL Digital Shorts
Jan 27, 2025
Join writer and comedian Mike O'Brien, known for his iconic work on Saturday Night Live, as he reminisces about creating some of the most memorable SNL digital shorts. He shares the creative process behind beloved sketches like 'Sad Mouse' and 'Dragon Babies,' revealing the delicate balance of humor and sentiment. Listeners will be entertained by O'Brien's hilarious anecdotes, reflections on celebrity encounters, and the chaotic fun of filming 'Grow a Guy.' This conversation dives deep into the artistry and nostalgia of sketch comedy.
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2004 Audition
- Mike O'Brien recounts auditioning for SNL in 2004 alongside Jorma Taccone.
- He bombed the audition, performing a bizarre spoons act based on his roommate.
Spoons Bit Audition
- Seth Meyers recalls seeing O'Brien's later, successful audition at iO.
- Despite O'Brien's unconventional spoons bit, Lorne Michaels saw potential.
Sad Mouse Origins
- Sad Mouse, starring Bruno Mars, was O'Brien's first SNL short film.
- Seth Meyers contrasts his structured approach to writing for Bruno Mars with O'Brien's absurd Sad Mouse concept.