The Not Ready for Prime Time Project: An SNL Retrospective

"Coming to you on a dusty road..." The Blues Brothers make their memorable return to Saturday Night Live, with Star Wars icon Carrie Fisher as host. This high-energy episode showcases the full SNL cast firing on all cylinders, with multiple sketches showcasing the full ensemble's talents. We're delighted to welcome back to the podcast Daniel de Vise, author of "The Blues Brothers: An Epic Friendship, the Rise of Improv, and the Making of an American Film Classic [https://www.amazon.com/Blues-Brothers-Friendship-American-Classic/dp/B0CQ32CDW9/ref=sr_1_1?crid=27GVR0US5X4Z1&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.7wZWQk3sUotqEBhVIpRdu_pe3qA8oB2Z-crv48kr44QJILfzqlI07LjJmQIqaX_XjXekOxeaX-wxzopTg1xhEJrbdzIJYbKPyGikl6i4HF-l4qatFXQbAn6E-PeesX_SutkEKDJuZqtcxbhS3qoMKmOvE2tKRZow29R20ukQ7UkC2SnepwaXwJX3CPAZztSmziqsmOadBf9svrdHVjX_2HFk7rM0xn0-V_-EDbTI4_8.8a8hUbWNLU0ch8KzE-LoR1nFGNxdqyeZ3ngjRPiuwyI&dib_tag=se&keywords=blues+brothers+book&qid=1737402802&sprefix=blues+brohters+book%2Caps%2C100&sr=8-1]." Daniel shares fascinating behind-the-scenes stories about the show, offers his unique perspective on this memorable SNL moment, and dives deeper into the legendary partnership between Dan Aykroyd and John Belushi. --------------------------------- Subscribe today! Follow us on social media: X (Twitter): NR4PTProject [https://x.com/NR4PTProject] Bluesky: nr4ptproject.bsky.social [https://bsky.app/profile/nr4ptproject.bsky.social] Instagram: nr4ptproject [https://www.instagram.com/nr4ptproject/] Facebook: The Not Ready for Prime Time Project [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089010324178] Contact Us: Website: https://www.nr4project.com [https://www.notready4ptpod.com] Email: nr4ptproject@gmail.com

We're back – and hopefully Bill Swerski is too - with another edition of "Tournament Talk" as we dive into the world of SNL's most memorable surprise appearances. Our panel goes head-to-head discussing and debating the greatest cameos in Saturday Night Live's history, ultimately crowning an all-time champion. Will your favorite unexpected guest star make the cut? Check out our panel's heated deliberations and find out which iconic moment takes the top spot. --------------------------------- Subscribe today! Follow us on social media: X (Twitter): NR4PTProject [https://x.com/NR4PTProject] Bluesky: nr4ptproject.bsky.social [https://bsky.app/profile/nr4ptproject.bsky.social] Instagram: nr4ptproject [https://www.instagram.com/nr4ptproject/] Facebook: The Not Ready for Prime Time Project [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089010324178] Contact Us: Website: https://www.nr4project.com [https://www.notready4ptpod.com] Email: nr4ptproject@gmail.com

We are extremely excited to debut a new show on The Not Ready for Prime Time Project. “My SNL Story” is where we get the chance to talk with the people who played an integral part in the life of Saturday Night Live and hear THEIR story about the show and time on it. In our first installment we talk to Mitchell Laurance, who worked on SNL from 1975-1980. Mitchell talks about what it was like being in the studio every Saturday night and working his way up from production assistant to associate director over the span of those first five seasons. He shares tales of working alongside Dave Wilson, how special Buck Henry was to all involved, and how his connection to Penny Marshall via the show helped set him off on his post-SNL career.  Mitchell also shares stories of Gilda Radner, Steve Martin, Ray Charles, and so much more. Enjoy!  --------------------------------- Subscribe today! Follow us on social media: X (Twitter): NR4PTProject [https://x.com/NR4PTProject] Bluesky: nr4ptproject.bsky.social [https://bsky.app/profile/nr4ptproject.bsky.social] Instagram: nr4ptproject [https://www.instagram.com/nr4ptproject/] Facebook: The Not Ready for Prime Time Project [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089010324178] Contact Us: Website: https://www.nr4project.com [https://www.notready4ptpod.com] Email: nr4ptproject@gmail.com

The GOAT Buck Henry returns for his 7th hosting gig & SNL pulls out all the stops! Beloved characters make triumphant returns while new ones debut in this memorable outing. Plus, The Grateful Dead are on hand to deliver one of the best musical performances of the original era. The SNL Hall of Fame's Bill Kenney joins us to talk about it all! --------------------------------- Subscribe today! Follow us on social media: X (Twitter): NR4PTProject [https://x.com/NR4PTProject] Bluesky: nr4ptproject.bsky.social [https://bsky.app/profile/nr4ptproject.bsky.social] Instagram: nr4ptproject [https://www.instagram.com/nr4ptproject/] Facebook: The Not Ready for Prime Time Project [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089010324178] Contact Us: Website: https://www.nr4project.com [https://www.notready4ptpod.com] Email: nr4ptproject@gmail.com

Steve Martin returns for his 6th appearance hosting Saturday Night Live, bringing Van Morrison along as musical guest. The cast lights up with one of their favorite hosts, dusting off some beloved characters and recurring sketches. Plus, a fresh face in the writers' room knocks it out of the... oh wait, sorry folks - we'll have to finish this description when Steve returns in February! BONUS: Brad talks with Mr. Bill creator Walter Williams, who answers some questions from last episode about everyone's favorite clay friend becoming an SNL regular. Walter also discusses the "Elvis Presley's Coat" piece and shares some behind-the-scenes stories from The Rolling Stones and Fred Willard episodes from earlier this season. --------------------------------- Subscribe today! Follow us on social media: X (Twitter): NR4PTProject [https://x.com/NR4PTProject] Bluesky: nr4ptproject.bsky.social [https://bsky.app/profile/nr4ptproject.bsky.social] Instagram: nr4ptproject [https://www.instagram.com/nr4ptproject/] Facebook: The Not Ready for Prime Time Project [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089010324178] Contact Us: Website: https://www.nr4project.com [https://www.notready4ptpod.com] Email: nr4ptproject@gmail.com