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Susan Morrison

Author of the Lorne Michaels biography, ''Lorne: The Man Who Invented Saturday Night Live''.

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Feb 28, 2025 • 2h 21min

A Cooper Flaggasm, NBA Trends, Lorne Michaels Stories, and a Celtics Pyramid With J. Kyle Mann and Susan Morrison

J. Kyle Mann, a basketball writer for The Ringer, dives into the future of the NBA, highlighting promising prospect Cooper Flagg and the top title contenders. He explores the league's fun dynamics post-trade deadline. Susan Morrison, author of 'Lorne: The Man Who Invented Saturday Night Live,' shares intriguing stories from her week shadowing Lorne Michaels, discussing his iconic quotes and his journey with SNL. Their conversation blends the worlds of basketball and comedy in a compelling way.
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Jan 24, 2025 • 38min

How “Saturday Night Live” Reinvented Television, Fifty Years Ago

Susan Morrison, editor at New Yorker and author of "Lorne: The Man Who Invented Saturday Night Live," dives into the legacy of Lorne Michaels and the revolutionary impact of SNL on television comedy. She discusses how Michaels innovatively refreshed the cast to resonate with younger audiences. Tina Fey, a notable SNL alumna, shares a reading from a 1975 review, capturing the show's initial audacity. Together, they explore SNL's blend of spontaneity, satire, and the cultural significance that has defined its fifty-year journey.
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Feb 13, 2025 • 30min

“It’s like the Hunger Games”: Behind the scenes at ‘Saturday Night Live’

Susan Morrison, the author of "Lorne: The Man Who Invented Saturday Night Live," shares insider insights about the legendary Lorne Michaels. She delves into the chaotic origins of SNL, highlighting how the show emerged from a need for late-night creativity in 1975. Morrison discusses Michaels's unique management style and impact on comedy, blending humor with sharp political satire. As SNL nears its 50th anniversary, she reflects on its evolution and the challenges of its future leadership under Michaels's enduring influence.