Kenan Thompson

Mentioned in 13 analyzed podcast episodes across 9 shows

Appears On

No Jumper Good Inside with Dr. Becky Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade Adam Carolla Show IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson Club Shay Shay Good Hang with Amy Poehler Juicy Scoop with Heather McDonald So True with Caleb Hearon

Episode Appearances

No Jumper · May 8, 2026

The No Jumper Show Ep # 432 w/ Nick Cannon

“Early mentor who let Nick sleep on his couch; gave him writing opportunities on Kenan and Kel”

Wild'n Out Format Evolution and Live Touring StrategyComedy Discovery and Talent Development PhilosophyHip-Hop Regional Identity and Artist Breakthrough Patterns

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Good Inside with Dr. Becky · Apr 14, 2026

The Funny Kid Becomes the Dad: How We’re Raised with Kenan Thompson

“Guest discussing his childhood as "the funny one" and how it shaped his 30+ year comedy career and current parenting”

Childhood roles and identity formationParenting without physical disciplineWork-life balance for high-profile professionals

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Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade · Apr 1, 2026

RE-RELEASE - Jay Mohr

“Referenced as one of few cast members whose entire career was defined by SNL”

Saturday Night Live production and writing process (1990s)Feature player vs. cast member dynamics and career progressionSketch comedy writing and editorial decision-making

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Adam Carolla Show · Mar 14, 2026

Alec Baldwin + Gina and Bryan (Carolla Classics)

“SNL cast member for 14 seasons; discusses career progression from Nickelodeon to becoming ensemble player”

Election Night 2016 Coverage and ResultsCorporate Tax Policy and Economic IncentivesRunaway Production and Film Industry Relocation

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IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson · Mar 13, 2026

One Year of IMO with Michelle and Craig

“SNL cast member featured for Black Jeopardy sketch recreation and discussion”

Mental Health and TherapyParenting Philosophy and Child DevelopmentSetting Boundaries and Saying No

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Club Shay Shay · Mar 11, 2026

Club Shay Shay - Gabriel Iglesias Part 1

“Cast member on 'All That' who later became SNL cast member; holds record for most SNL sketches”

Stadium Comedy Tours and Venue ScalingVoice Acting and Animation Industry DynamicsCareer Decision-Making in Entertainment

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Good Hang with Amy Poehler · Feb 24, 2026

Stories from ‘Saturday Night Live’

“SNL cast member referenced for reactions in Kristen Wiig's 'Surprise Lady' character sketches”

Saturday Night Live Production ProcessLive Television Performance AnxietyBehind-the-Scenes Creative Collaboration

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Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade · Feb 18, 2026

RE-RELEASE - Chloe Fineman

“Discussed as strong performer who carries sketches and maintains composure during breaks”

SNL Cast Dynamics and HierarchyCelebrity Impression Performance TechniqueSketch Comedy Writing Process

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Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade · Feb 12, 2026

RE-RELEASE - Paul Rudd

“Long-time SNL cast member praised for never missing a line and perfect comedic timing”

SNL hosting experience and technical production mechanicsComedy writing collaboration and improvisation processesMarvel Cinematic Universe creative development and franchise filmmaking

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Juicy Scoop with Heather McDonald · Feb 10, 2026

Bad Bunny, Super Bowl, Conspiracy Theories with Ian Edwards

“Mentioned as former office mate of Heather McDonald from Kenan & Kel Wayne's late night show”

Super Bowl halftime show production design and stadium visibility issuesBad Bunny performance analysis and audience receptionEpstein files public release and prosecution gaps

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IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson · Oct 29, 2025

Share the Shine with Kenan Thompson

“Guest discussing his 22-season tenure as SNL's longest-running cast member and approach to mentoring younger performers.”

Child actor career development and early industry entryParenting philosophy and sibling relationshipsSaturday Night Live cast dynamics and institutional culture

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Good Hang with Amy Poehler · Sep 23, 2025

Regina Hall

“Regina Hall wanted to work with him on Scary Movie”

Career trajectory and opportunity recognitionLive event hosting and award show productionComedy versus dramatic acting range

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So True with Caleb Hearon · Jul 31, 2025

Ego Nwodim is a Giver

“Ego referenced advice he gave her early in her SNL tenure: 'the comments are noise'”

Managing Public Perception and Personal IdentitySocial Media Strategy for Public FiguresBad-Faith Online Criticism and Reading Comprehension

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