Paula Pell

Mentioned in 8 analyzed podcast episodes across 4 shows

Appears On

Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade Pod Meets World Good Hang with Amy Poehler Handsome

Episode Appearances

Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade · May 20, 2026

RE-RELEASE - Molly Shannon

“SNL writer who collaborated with Shannon on sketch writing”

SNL Cast Member Experience and Creative ProcessChildhood Trauma and Comedy Character DevelopmentRejection and Resilience in Entertainment Industry

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Pod Meets World · May 19, 2026

The Slumber Party

“Plays Principal Peterson in The Slumber Party; SNL writer for 20 years with extensive comedy writing credits”

Disney Channel Original Movies (D-Coms) evolution and modernizationComing-of-age comedy storytelling for tweensParental content concerns and age-appropriate boundaries in children's programming

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Good Hang with Amy Poehler · May 19, 2026

Paula Pell

“Guest discussing her 25+ year comedy career, SNL tenure, and current projects”

SNL Writing and Performance CultureLGBTQ+ Coming-of-Age in Pre-Internet EraComedy Writing vs. Performance Career Paths

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Good Hang with Amy Poehler · Feb 24, 2026

Stories from ‘Saturday Night Live’

“SNL writer collaborating with Rachel Dratch on Debbie Downer sketch and other content”

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

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Handsome · Feb 10, 2026

Paula Pell asks about bad dates

“Emmy-winning SNL writer (1995-2013), actress in Girls 5 Eva and The Burbs, guest asking question about worst dating experiences”

LGBTQ+ Dating and Coming Out ExperiencesOnline Dating Platform Evolution (Craigslist to Apps)Unrequited Love and Emotional Vulnerability

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Handsome · Jan 30, 2026

Pretty Little Episode #76

“SNL writer and actress who wrote the comedy film Mae is starring in, known for her humor and talent.”

Film production and starring roles in comedyStand-up comedy tour logistics and schedulingPodcast guest recruitment strategies

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Good Hang with Amy Poehler · Dec 23, 2025

Ana Gasteyer

“SNL writer and producer; discussed as collaborator on Bobby and Marty sketches and SNL 50th special”

SNL Performance Culture and Sketch ComedyBroadway Musical Theater Career DevelopmentPerfectionism and Self-Criticism in Performance

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Good Hang with Amy Poehler · Oct 7, 2025

Rachel Dratch

“Co-wrote the Debbie Downer character with Rachel Dratch at SNL”

Comedy Writing and Character DevelopmentSecond City Training and Improv ComedySaturday Night Live Cast Experience

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