Robert Smigel

Mentioned in 6 analyzed podcast episodes across 6 shows

Appears On

Backstage With Gentry Thomas Daniel and Kelly’s Extraordinary Universe Stavvy's World The Confused Breakfast SmartLess Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade

Episode Appearances

Backstage With Gentry Thomas · May 19, 2026

Bob Odenkirk on Saul Goodman, Chris Farley and his new movie "Normal"

“SNL writer Odenkirk learned from by observation during his tenure”

Sketch Comedy Writing ProcessCharacter Development and Audience ConnectionAction Film Production

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Daniel and Kelly’s Extraordinary Universe · May 12, 2026

Listener Questions #38

“Featured in iHeartRadio podcast advertisement segment”

Exoplanet Atmosphere Detection via Transit SpectroscopyJames Webb Space Telescope Capabilities and LimitationsBiosignature Detection in Distant Planetary Systems

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Stavvy's World · May 11, 2026

#180 - Robert Smigel

“Guest discussing his career from SNL to Late Night with Conan to his new podcast 'Humor Me'”

SNL Writing Process and Institutional ComedyCharacter-Based Comedy vs. Absurdist HumorLate-Night Talk Show Format Innovation

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The Confused Breakfast · Apr 16, 2026

Wayne's World 2 (1993)

“SNL writer and cartoonist who appeared as a fan at the Aerosmith concert alongside Bob Odenkirk”

Comedy sequel production dynamics and creative conflictsMike Myers' collaborative approach and creative control issuesDana Carvey's performance and character development in ensemble casts

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SmartLess · Apr 6, 2026

"Stephen Colbert"

“Executive producer of The Dana Carvey Show, part of acclaimed creative team”

Late-night television hosting and format evolutionSketch comedy and SNL-adjacent career pathsCareer transitions and reinvention in entertainment

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Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade · Mar 25, 2026

RE-RELEASE - Robert Smigel

“Guest discussing his career as legendary SNL sketch writer and creator of Triumph the Insult Comic Dog”

SNL sketch writing techniques and creative processJohnny Carson impression and late-night comedy historyAmbiguously Gay Duo sketch and LGBTQ+ representation in comedy

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