Dan Aykroyd

Dan Aykroyd, a multifaceted Canadian-American actor and original 'Saturday Night Live' cast member, shares vibrant stories blending comedy, mystery, and nostalgia. He dives into the allure of crystal skulls, discussing their captivating history and the skepticism surrounding them. Aykroyd also reflects on his passion for vintage automotive culture, fondly reminiscing about classic muscle cars. The conversation veers into the realms of UFOs and the paranormal, as he contemplates personal encounters and cultural beliefs about these enigmatic phenomena.

In this lively discussion, Dan Aykroyd shares the origins of the Blues Brothers with John Belushi. Al Franken dives into Stuart Smalley's creation, reflecting on the therapeutic power of humor in self-help culture. Alan Zweibel reminisces about working with Gilda Radner and her iconic characters. Jon Lovitz reveals the story behind his character Master Thespian, celebrating SNL's enduring legacy. The show highlights its cultural impact over 50 years, filled with personal anecdotes and a review of the romantic comedy 'The Annihilation of Fish'.

In this episode of The Autistic Culture Podcast, hosts Dr. Angela Kingdon and Matt Lowry, LPP explore the Autistic roots of the Ghostbusters franchise and how Dan Aykroyd’s autism shaped its creation.🎧 What You’ll Learn:How Dan Aykroyd’s childhood autism diagnosis and early special interests in ghosts and law enforcement inspired Ghostbusters.The Autistic-coded traits found in the films, from masking and challenges with eye contact to sensory sensitivities.Why special interests, when embraced, can fuel world-changing creativity and storytelling.Matt’s favourite Autistic “moments” in the Ghostbusters universe, shared with Angela’s insights on culture and identity.How Ghostbusters models Autistic community through teamwork, passion, and finding belonging in being “differentResources:The Paranormal Life Of Hans Holzer, America’s First Ghost Hunter Dan Aykroyd, still autistic after all these years 'I have Asperger's - one of my symptoms included being obsessed with ghosts': Under the microscope with Dan Aykroyd Dan Aykroyd's 'obsession with ghosts and law enforcement' is due to Asperger's🌟 Connect With Us📱 Follow us on Instagram🎧 Find us on Apple Podcasts and Spotify🛍️Our Autism-affirming merch shop🌐 Learn more at www.autisticculturepodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dan Aykroyd, the comedy legend and co-founder of the House of Blues, discusses his journey from the youngest cast member on Saturday Night Live to a Hollywood icon. He explores memorable characters like the Blues Brothers, and shares behind-the-scenes insights on classic films like Ghostbusters. Aykroyd reflects on music's influence on his comedy and acting, as well as his ventures into creating Crystal Head Vodka. His rich anecdotes offer a glimpse into the evolution of comedy and his unique creative process.

Dan Aykroyd discusses collaborations in show business, working on movies like 'Trading Places' and 'Tommy Boy', and their belief in UFOs. They also talk about their love story, early experiences in comedy, Crystal Head vodka, and living in the country with Canadian Nice.