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Tina Fey

Mentioned in 41 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows

A comedy writer and performer known for her work on Saturday Night Live, where she was both a cast member and writer. She is frequently referenced in podcast conversations about comedy history, creative processes, and personal anecdotes from her career in entertainment. Podcasts discuss her as a comedy legend and cultural figure whose insights and experiences continue to be relevant to contemporary comedians and audiences.

Episode Appearances

What's Your Story? with Steph McMahon

What's Your Story? with Steph McMahon · May 21, 2026

Michael Che

Referenced as performer who can move through NYC unnoticed despite fame; example of audience anonymity

Stand-up comedy craft and audience readingSNL production process and sketch writingWWE wrestling as performance art
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Good Hang with Amy Poehler

Good Hang with Amy Poehler · May 19, 2026

Paula Pell

SNL colleague and collaborator with Pell on 'Sisters' film project

SNL Writing and Performance CultureLGBTQ+ Coming-of-Age in Pre-Internet EraComedy Writing vs. Performance Career Paths
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New Heights with Jason & Travis Kelce

New Heights with Jason & Travis Kelce · May 13, 2026

NFL Schedule Predictions & Colin Jost on SNL Finale, Joke Swaps and Life as the Plus One | Ep 191

SNL head writer who hired Colin Jost, discussed as influential mentor and sketch comedy innovator

2026 NFL Schedule Predictions and International GamesPrime Time Game Selection Strategy for Kansas City ChiefsSNL Weekend Update Evolution and Live Television Production
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SmartLess

SmartLess · May 4, 2026

"Colin Jost"

Head writer at SNL who reviewed Jost's submission packet and brought him in for interview

SNL career trajectory and institutional dynamicsWeekend Update anchor role evolution and performance anxietyComedy writing process and rejection resilience
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Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend

Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend · May 4, 2026

Zach Galifianakis Returns

Mentioned as showing kindness to Zach during difficult SNL table read experience

Success and its psychological effects on personality and mental healthComedy ethics and the role of comedians in challenging power structuresTechnology addiction and social media design manipulation
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Good Hang with Amy Poehler

Good Hang with Amy Poehler · Apr 28, 2026

Jon Hamm

Creator of 30 Rock who cast Jon Hamm in a recurring role as a love interest; credited with helping him transition to comedy

Acting Career Development and Long-Term SuccessMad Men Legacy and Character AnalysisSaturday Night Live Hosting Experience
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Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade

Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade · Apr 22, 2026

RE-RELEASE - Julia Sweeney

Credited with revolutionizing gender representation at SNL through writing, Update appearances, and advocating for female-focused sketches

Saturday Night Live cast dynamics and competitive culture in 1990sGender representation and female utility players in sketch comedyPat character creation, intent, and contemporary cultural reinterpretation
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Little Miss Recap

Little Miss Recap · Apr 13, 2026

90 Day Fiance: Before the 90 Days S8:EP18 Emergency Exit

Discussed for her work as writer and actor in 30 Rock and This Is Where I Leave You

Relationship manipulation and love-bombing tacticsParental control and adult child independenceInternational dating and visa-related relationship pressure
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Obsessed: The Podcast

Obsessed: The Podcast · Apr 11, 2026

‘Colbert Report’ Co-Creator Misses the Old Stephen

Carlin discussed wanting to work on 30 Rock but logistics prevented collaboration

Late-Night Television Format SustainabilityPolitical Satire and Character DevelopmentStreaming Platform Comedy Production
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Breaking Bread with Tom Papa

Breaking Bread with Tom Papa · Apr 7, 2026

Episode 316 - Bobby Moynihan

Mentioned as SNL cast member and producer of SNL UK series that Moynihan praised

Stand-up comedy career development and audience buildingImprov comedy training and Upright Citizens Brigade influenceSNL cast member experience and sketch writing process
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Good Hang with Amy Poehler

Good Hang with Amy Poehler · Apr 7, 2026

Fred Armisen

SNL colleague and friend; Amy mentioned working with Tina on observing host behavior and dynamics

Comedy Writing and Performance TechniquesSNL Cast Member Experience and CultureMusical Influences on Comedy
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Good Hang with Amy Poehler

Good Hang with Amy Poehler · Mar 31, 2026

Brandi Carlile

Mentioned as SNL castmate and touring partner with Amy Poehler

Work-life balance for touring musicians and working mothersAuthenticity and identity expression through hair and appearancePerformance psychology and thriving under pressure
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Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade

Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade · Mar 30, 2026

Spade & Kelly Osbourne Split?! + Jack Reacher Fights & SNL UK

Guest host on SNL UK premiere episode; discussed for using profanity on British broadcast

Jack Reacher actor neighborhood conflict and celebrity privilegeBachelorette season cancellation and domestic violence controversyReality TV production ethics and manufactured drama
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Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade

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)"

Mentioned as hating O'Reilly; discussed as example of SNL talent navigating political comedy constraints

Media Independence and Creator EconomicsPolitical Polarization in EntertainmentComedy Under Ideological Pressure
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Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend

Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend · Mar 16, 2026

Lisa Kudrow Returns Again

Referenced as successful female comedian who made fun of herself and women in comedy

HBO's 'The Comeback' revival strategy and multi-season gapsStreaming vs. traditional broadcast television success metricsCharacter-driven satirical comedy and audience reception
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Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade

Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade · Mar 5, 2026

Tim Meadows RETURNS: Sandler Text Chains & Farley Memories

Wrote Mean Girls where Tim Meadows played principal character that revitalized his career

Single-camera vs. multi-camera sitcom production formatsActor casting strategy and character complexityChris Farley's legacy and performance style
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Good Hang with Amy Poehler

Good Hang with Amy Poehler · Feb 24, 2026

Stories from ‘Saturday Night Live’

SNL cast member and writer featured in retrospective clips and behind-the-scenes moments

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

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

Co-star on 30 Rock; Morgan describes her as his sister; show holds Emmy nomination record

Traumatic Brain Injury Recovery and RehabilitationNear-Death Experience and Spiritual AwakeningCareer Resilience After Major Life Events
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Las Culturistas with Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang

Las Culturistas with Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang · Feb 18, 2026

"Gushy" (w/ Matt & Bowen)

Guest on Las Culturistas who discussed Emerald Fennell's authenticity and controversial filmmaking

Escapism and mental health during political crisisEmerald Fennell's directorial vision and fascination with corporealityCharlie XCX's Wuthering Heights companion album and orchestral pop
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Networth and Chill with Your Rich BFF

Networth and Chill with Your Rich BFF · Feb 18, 2026

The Biggest Money Mistake Women Make (And How to Avoid It) Ft. Zarna & Zoya Garg

Comedy legend who has toured with Zarna Garg

Women's Financial Independence and AutonomyFamily Business Operations and DynamicsCareer Pivots and Reinvention at Mid-Life
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Every Outfit

Every Outfit · Feb 13, 2026

260: A Valentine's Day Mailbag Epsiode (Feat. Karley Sciortino)

Comedian referenced for waiting until age 24-25 to lose virginity to person she eventually married

Premarital sex and sexual compatibility assessmentLong-term relationship maintenance and desireDating app culture and its psychological effects
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The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers Podcast

The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers Podcast · Feb 11, 2026

Talkin’ Ads/Turtleneck & Chain Part 1

SNL cast member who organized the push-up contest at Tuesday night dinner

Music album marketing and promotion strategiesBrand partnership negotiations and contract termsCommercial production and creative direction
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The Ezra Klein Show

The Ezra Klein Show · Feb 10, 2026

George Saunders on Anger, Ambition and Sin

Referenced for insight that nervousness and excitement are the same emotion, reframed

Sin and moral judgment in contemporary literatureFree will versus determinism and conditioningTruth and alignment with reality as spiritual practice
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Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade

Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade · Feb 5, 2026

Marcello Hernandez (IN STUDIO): New SNL Intersects Old Skool

Mentioned as potential SNL successor to Lorne Michaels; early guest on Fly on the Wall podcast

SNL Cast Member Career DevelopmentSketch Comedy Writing and Character DevelopmentStand-Up Comedy Material Testing and Refinement
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Good Hang with Amy Poehler

Good Hang with Amy Poehler · Feb 3, 2026

Carol Burnett

SNL alumna influenced by Burnett's work; part of generation of female comedians mentored by Burnett's legacy.

Women in Comedy History and LegacySketch Comedy Performance TechniquesLive Television Production Standards
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The Watch

The Watch · Jan 26, 2026

You Should Watch ‘The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins.’ Plus, ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ E2 and ‘Industry’ S4E3.

30 Rock creator whose long-term collaboration with Robert Carlock established the comedic sensibility for Reggie Dinkins

Prestige Television Writing and StructureSoft Reboots and Mid-Season Format ChangesCharacter-Driven Drama vs. Plot-Driven Narrative
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Las Culturistas with Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang

Las Culturistas with Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang · Jan 21, 2026

“Oh, Look! Spider-Man!” (w/ Kristen Wiig)

SNL alumna and writer; referenced for casting philosophy and mentorship of newer performers

SNL Cast Experience and CultureSketch Comedy Writing and Development ProcessEarly Career Entertainment Jobs
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Handsome

Handsome · Jan 16, 2026

Pretty Little Episode #74

Comedian suggested to host award show again with Amy Poehler for future entertainment collaboration

Long-term relationship dynamics and anniversary milestonesDocumentary filmmaking and emotional impact on audiencesDeath positivity and end-of-life planning conversations
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Giggly Squad

Giggly Squad · Jan 9, 2026

Giggling about fainting, dick pills, and weed pens

Comedian and actress known for award show hosting with Amy Poehler

Fainting and physical health management during fitness classesCelebrity feuds and mom group dynamicsBook clubs and reading as social status signaling
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Good Hang with Amy Poehler

Good Hang with Amy Poehler · Dec 23, 2025

Ana Gasteyer

SNL colleague; referenced for Mean Girls writing and collaboration with Ana on film

SNL Performance Culture and Sketch ComedyBroadway Musical Theater Career DevelopmentPerfectionism and Self-Criticism in Performance
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Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus

Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus · Dec 21, 2025

Presenting: Julia on Conan O'Brien Needs A Friend

Collaborated with Julia on a comedy bit for Conan's late-night show involving stealing an Emmy.

Podcast Production and Format InnovationAging in Entertainment IndustryWomen's Representation in Media
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Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus

Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus · Dec 17, 2025

Presenting: Julia on Good Hang with Amy Poehler

SNL cast member; mentioned as guest on Amy's Good Hang podcast; contemporary of both hosts

Women in Comedy: Breaking Barriers and Building CultureSNL Cast Dynamics and Workplace Culture in EntertainmentSeinfeld Development and Network Pressure on Creative Vision
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Good Hang with Amy Poehler

Good Hang with Amy Poehler · Dec 16, 2025

Rachel Sennott

Comedy pioneer whose book inspired Rachel's approach to being bold, vulnerable, and kind in performance

Career development through rejection and resilienceBuilding creative communities and chosen family in entertainmentImposter syndrome and confidence in early-career performers
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Good Hang with Amy Poehler

Good Hang with Amy Poehler · Dec 11, 2025

Maya Rudolph (Live)

SNL cast member and writer from Maya's era; part of the cohort of women performers who played political figures

Saturday Night Live cast dynamics and creative culturePolitical impressions and representation in comedyGroundlings improv training and sketch comedy development
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The Joe Rogan Experience

The Joe Rogan Experience · Dec 5, 2025

#2423 - John Cena

Cast Cena as drug dealer in film; provided environment for failure and experimentation in acting

WWE Business Model and Talent DevelopmentCareer Longevity in Professional WrestlingMandarin Chinese Language Learning and Cultural Integration
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Good Hang with Amy Poehler

Good Hang with Amy Poehler · Nov 7, 2025

Sebastian Maniscalco (Live)

Mentioned as Amy Poehler's long-time comedy partner; referenced for podcast and touring experience

Physical Comedy Performance TechniquesLong-Form Podcast Storytelling StrategyStand-Up Comedy Special Production Design
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Good Hang with Amy Poehler

Good Hang with Amy Poehler · Oct 7, 2025

Rachel Dratch

Worked with Rachel at Second City and SNL; went on to write for SNL after their shows together

Comedy Writing and Character DevelopmentSecond City Training and Improv ComedySaturday Night Live Cast Experience
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Good Hang with Amy Poehler

Good Hang with Amy Poehler · Sep 23, 2025

Regina Hall

Worked with Amy Poehler on SNL and film Sisters; mentioned as comedic inspiration for Regina

Career trajectory and opportunity recognitionLive event hosting and award show productionComedy versus dramatic acting range
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Good Hang with Amy Poehler

Good Hang with Amy Poehler · Aug 26, 2025

Zarna Garg

Co-toured with Amy Poehler and Zarna, provided blurb for Zarna's book, mentor figure

Immigration and cultural assimilation in AmericaCareer transition from law to comedyArranged marriage customs and modern dating
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So True with Caleb Hearon

So True with Caleb Hearon · Aug 7, 2025

Ziwe is a Delight

Cited as major inspiration for Ziwe's comedy writing approach

Interview Format Evolution and Creative ControlAlgorithmic Homogenization of Internet CultureContent Creator Career Development and Sustainability
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So True with Caleb Hearon

So True with Caleb Hearon · Jul 31, 2025

Ego Nwodim is a Giver

Discussed her Charlottesville/sheet cake sketch and how audiences misinterpreted her satirical intent

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