Lorne Michaels
Mentioned in 39 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
Creator and executive producer of Saturday Night Live, Michaels is discussed across podcasts for his influential leadership style, casting decisions, and mentorship of performers including Tracy Morgan, Maya Rudolph, and Bob Odenkirk. Podcasts reference his editorial approach to sketch comedy, his preference for scripted content, and specific production practices like his consumption habits during table reads. He is also recognized as a successful entrepreneur and subject of an upcoming documentary, with his business philosophy inspiring other leaders.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade · Apr 23, 2026
Mark Normand Might Just Be Norm Macdonald Light
“Referenced for quote about career momentum and relevance in entertainment”
Unspooled · Apr 23, 2026
The Devil Wears Prada
“Compared to Miranda Priestly regarding soft-spoken control, power dynamics, and loyalty structures”
Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade · Apr 22, 2026
RE-RELEASE - Julia Sweeney
“SNL creator and producer; Julia discusses not having him produce the Pat movie, which she considers a strategic mistake”
Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade · Apr 13, 2026
Traveling w/ Keanu Reeves & Golfing w/ Tiger Woods
“Documentary subject; discussed regarding his role as SNL producer for half a century”
Off Menu with Ed Gamble and James Acaster · Apr 8, 2026
John Mulaney
“SNL producer mentioned in context of dinner etiquette and bathroom habits during show dinners”
Are You A Charlotte? · Apr 2, 2026
What’s it like to date Carrie Bradshaw? Craig Bierko (Ray King) on his incredible scene partner Sarah Jessica Parker…
“Met with Craig Bierko regarding potential integration of 'Bathing with Bierko' into SNL programming”
Blocks w/ Neal Brennan · Apr 2, 2026
Sarah Sherman
“SNL creator; appears in Sherman's recurring anxiety dream about disappointing him”
Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade · Apr 1, 2026
RE-RELEASE - Jay Mohr
“SNL's leadership; provided guidance on sketch momentum and guilt-driven motivation”
Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade · Mar 26, 2026
Bill O'Reilly Is "Easy To Hate (And That's A Fact)"
“Asked Carvey to do Biden impression; navigating political sensitivities with audience composition”
Adam Carolla Show · Mar 15, 2026
Dana Carvey + Jay Mohr (Carolla Classics)
“SNL creator and producer who discovered Dana Carvey and invited him to live at his house during audition process”
Cinephobe · Mar 12, 2026
Cinephobe Ep 303: Tommy Boy
“Served as talent pipeline and GM for SNL cast to film; insisted name change from Billy the Third to avoid Billy Madison confusion”
Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend · Mar 5, 2026
Staff Review With Todd Levin
“SNL producer who taught Conan about writer autonomy and production responsibility in sketch comedy.”
Joe and Jada · Mar 5, 2026
Angie Martinez IRL - Steve Madden: Overcoming Addiction & Building An Empire
“Saturday Night Live creator and entrepreneur; subject of audiobook that inspired Steve Madden's thinking on business leadership”
Angie Martinez IRL · Mar 5, 2026
Steve Madden: Overcoming Addiction & Building An Empire
“Saturday Night Live creator and entrepreneur; Madden listened to audiobook about his business philosophy and legacy”
Fresh Air · Mar 4, 2026
From Beatles break-up to John’s murder, a look at Paul’s transformation
“Saturday Night Live creator and subject of Morgan Neville's upcoming documentary 'Lorne'”
IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson · Mar 4, 2026
Keep Paddling with Conan O’Brien
“SNL creator who recommended Conan O'Brien to NBC for Late Night hosting role”
Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend · Mar 2, 2026
Johnny Knoxville
“SNL creator who offered Knoxville a weekly video segment that Knoxville declined to pursue Jackass”
Literally! With Rob Lowe · Feb 26, 2026
James Austin Johnson: Scooby Dooby Doo
“SNL creator and executive producer; discussed extensively regarding leadership style, editorial decisions, and cast management”
Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade · Feb 25, 2026
RE-RELEASE - Garrett Morris
“SNL creator and producer; made decision to cast Morris on camera after initial resistance from other writers”
Joe and Jada · Feb 23, 2026
The Real Report - Tracy Morgan breaks down near-death crash, 30 Rock & SNL success, Brooklyn roots & being cousins with Nas
“SNL creator who cast Morgan; told him he was picked for being funny, not race; pivotal mentor”
Mike Birbiglia's Working It Out · Feb 16, 2026
Bob Odenkirk: The Art of Anger in Comedy
“SNL creator and producer who gave Odenkirk opportunity to develop as performer over two years”
Literally! With Rob Lowe · Feb 12, 2026
Rich Eisen: Never Skip the Intro
“SNL producer who reviewed Gary Marshall's punch-up for Rob Lowe's Wayne's World character”
SmartLess · Feb 12, 2026
"RE-RELEASE: Jon Hamm"
“SNL creator who offered Hamm hosting opportunity; Hamm initially declined due to planned Greece trip”
Whiskey Ginger with Andrew Santino · Feb 6, 2026
Frank Caliendo Becomes Everyone! | Whiskey Ginger
“SNL creator and producer who rejected Caliendo during audition/test process”
The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers Podcast · Jan 28, 2026
Listener Q&A Episode 11 aka Snow Day
“SNL creator and producer; discussed his iconic edamame and popcorn consumption during table reads since early 1990s”
Race Chaser with Alaska & Willam · Jan 21, 2026
Race Chaser S18 E3 “RDR Live!”
“SNL head; referenced for preference for scripted content without surprises or improvisation”
Las Culturistas with Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang · Jan 21, 2026
“Oh, Look! Spider-Man!” (w/ Kristen Wiig)
“SNL creator and executive producer; referenced as father figure to cast members during their tenure”
SmartLess · Jan 12, 2026
"Jennifer Lawrence"
“Referenced for advice about wearing helmets while biking in cities as a visibility/safety strategy”
Las Culturistas with Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang · Jan 7, 2026
"Exit Interview (The Cathartic Episode)" (w/ Matt & Bowen)
“SNL producer; made creative decisions about Bowen's final sketch; known for production expertise”
Las Culturistas with Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang · Dec 24, 2025
"We're Gonna Dance" (w/ Lady Gaga) (RE-RELEASE)
“SNL creator/producer; implied decision-maker for Lady Gaga's hosting and musical guest appearances”
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus · Dec 21, 2025
Presenting: Julia on Conan O'Brien Needs A Friend
“Mark Twain Prize recipient; Conan presented on his behalf.”
Good Hang with Amy Poehler · Dec 11, 2025
Maya Rudolph (Live)
“SNL creator and executive producer who recruited Maya to the show and called her back for political impressions”
SmartLess · Dec 11, 2025
"RE-RELEASE: Adam Sandler"
“SNL creator and executive producer who defended Sandler and other young cast members during network pressure”
Call Her Daddy · Dec 3, 2025
Bethenny Frankel: Hustling, Housewives, & Online Hate
“Bethenny worked under his oversight at Broadway Video early in career”
Good Hang with Amy Poehler · Nov 18, 2025
Ariana Grande
“SNL creator/executive producer; negotiated Grande's filming schedule to allow Wicked participation”
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus · Nov 12, 2025
Julia Gets Wise with Jane Curtin
“SNL creator and producer; promoted competitive culture among cast members during Jane's tenure”
Good Hang with Amy Poehler · Oct 28, 2025
Kate McKinnon
“SNL creator and executive producer; served as paternal mentor figure to McKinnon throughout her career”
Good Hang with Amy Poehler · Sep 30, 2025
Kristen Wiig
“SNL creator and showrunner who hired Wiig mid-season after initial audition rejection”
SmartLess · Sep 15, 2025
"Kate McKinnon"
“SNL leadership figure whom McKinnon credits and misses after departure”