The Not Ready for Prime Time Project: An SNL Retrospective

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An in-depth journey into the legacy of one of television's most iconic and influential shows - Saturday Night Live. Through deep dives into its most memorable eras, behind-the-scenes stories, and analysis of its evolution, we celebrate and debate all things SNL - the show that has become an institution, defining comedy for over 50 years.

  1. 1d ago

    Deep Thoughts: The Making of Caddyshack

    The summer of 1980 delivered some of the most memorable comedies in American film history. One of the most iconic is Caddyshack.  Born from the mind of The National Lampoon (hot off the success of Animal House) the movie stars two SNL alumni - Chevy Chase and Bill Murray - as well as comedic giants Rodney Dangerfield and Ted Knight. In honor of the film's 46th anniversary of the film's release this week, we look back on the making of a comedy classic. We discuss the film's origins—the brainchild of legends Doug Kenney, Harold Ramis, and Brian Doyle-Murray—as well as the film's development, casting, and the non-stop party that was the film's shoot. To help with all of this is one of the film's co-stars, Michael O'Keefe, who played caddie Danny Noonan in the film. Michael shares stories from the set, what it was like working with the four comedy legends on the project, and the evolution of the script from an Animal House-esque story about high schoolers working on a golf course to what it ultimately became. All of that, plus a firsthand account of seeing Lemmings on stage in NYC in the mid-70s, his relationship with the late, great Doug Kenney, and what it is like to be a part of such a monumental pop culture phenomenon—one that is embraced and loved to this day. "Hey everybody...." --------------------------------- Subscribe & Follow today! And follow us on social media:  Twitter: @NR4PTProject  Instagram: @nr4ptproject Bluesky: @nr4ptproject.bsky.social Facebook: The Not Ready for Prime Time Project Contact Us: Website: https://www.nr4project.com Email: nr4ptproject@gmail.com

    Deep Thoughts: The Making of Caddyshack

  2. Jul 21

    Not Ready for Season 6: SNL S06E09: Sally Kellerman/Jimmy Cliff (2/7/81)

    Season 6 of Saturday Night Live is hosted by actress Sally Kellerman with reggae legend Jimmy Cliff as musical guest. This episode of SNL gives you a bit of everything and keeps you on your toes! Deremy and Thomas discuss a jam-packed episode with three musical numbers and a very interesting (and unique) Rocket Report as well! We also have a stacked Weekend Update with commentary from Eddie Murphy and Joe Piscopo as well as the introduction of Rocko Weineretto—performed by Marc Weiner. All of this and more on Not Ready for Season 6! --------------------------------- Subscribe & Follow today! And follow us on social media:  Twitter: @NR4PTProject  Instagram: @nr4ptproject Bluesky: @nr4ptproject.bsky.social Facebook: The Not Ready for Prime Time Project Contact Us: Website: https://www.nr4project.com Email: nr4ptproject@gmail.com

    Not Ready for Season 6: SNL S06E09: Sally Kellerman/Jimmy Cliff (2/7/81)

  3. Jul 14

    Not Ready for Season 6: SNL S06E08: Robert Hays/Joe "King" Carrasco & The Crowns, 14 Karat Soul (1/24/81)

    Season Six of Saturday Night Live continues with Robert Hays, star of the Homeward Bound and Airplane! films, as host. Does this episode keep the momentum of Karen Black going or does it struggle to maintain it? There are quite a few controversial sketches in this episode, but we also get the announcement of one of SNL's all-time great cast members being promoted to repertory player. And don't forget about Joe "King" Carrasco, The Crowns, or 14 Karat Soul! All of this and more on Not Ready for Season 6! --------------------------------- Subscribe & Follow today! And follow us on social media:  Twitter: @NR4PTProject  Instagram: @nr4ptproject Bluesky: @nr4ptproject.bsky.social Facebook: The Not Ready for Prime Time Project Contact Us: Website: https://www.nr4project.com Email: nr4ptproject@gmail.com

    Not Ready for Season 6: SNL S06E08: Robert Hays/Joe "King" Carrasco & The Crowns, 14 Karat Soul (1/24/81)

  4. Jul 7

    Not Ready for Season 6: SNL S06E07: Karen Black/Cheap Trick; The Stanley Clark Trio (1/17/81)

    This episode of SNL Season 6—hosted by Karen Black with musical guests Cheap Trick and The Stanley Clarke Trio—is often regarded as a high point of the season. And to talk about such a revered episode, Deremy and Thomas are joined by The Saturday Night Network's Bill Kenney! They break down everything from this episode—from Karen Black's hosting job to the debut of Joe Piscopo's Frank Sinatra impression. Was Joe's Sinatra impression his best of the night? Did Charlie Rocket give us his best episode of the season so far? And which sketches were the best of the episode? All of this and more on Not Ready for Season 6! --------------------------------- Subscribe & Follow today! And follow us on social media:  Twitter: @NR4PTProject  Instagram: @nr4ptproject Bluesky: @nr4ptproject.bsky.social Facebook: The Not Ready for Prime Time Project Contact Us: Website: https://www.nr4project.com Email: nr4ptproject@gmail.com

    Not Ready for Season 6: SNL S06E07: Karen Black/Cheap Trick; The Stanley Clark Trio (1/17/81)

  5. Jun 30

    Not Ready for Season 6: SNL S06E06: Ray Sharkey/Jack Bruce & Friends (1/10/81)

    For this week of Season 6, Saturday Night Live has the very energetic Ray Sharkey hosting the show. Will Ray's hosting be as infamous and memorable as the previous host? This episode of SNL has so much going for it, including a shockingly good punk rock performance from Ray Sharkey as well as former Cream lead singer Jack Bruce on hand as the musical guest. There is also a unique and meta sketch mocking New Year's Eve and - with the show running short - the legendary Eddie Murphy kills time with a stand-up routine. We also witness Thomas changing Deremy's mind about a certain aspect of the episode. All of this and more on Not Ready for Season 6! --------------------------------- Subscribe & Follow today! And follow us on social media:  Twitter: @NR4PTProject  Instagram: @nr4ptproject Bluesky: @nr4ptproject.bsky.social Facebook: The Not Ready for Prime Time Project Contact Us: Website: https://www.nr4project.com Email: nr4ptproject@gmail.com

    Not Ready for Season 6: SNL S06E06: Ray Sharkey/Jack Bruce & Friends (1/10/81)

  6. Jun 23

    Not Ready for Season 6: SNL S06E05: David Carradine/The Pirates of Penzance (12/20/80)

    Well, it's the Christmas episode for Season 6 and this week has David Carradine from the show Kung Fu hosting! And yet, this episode of SNL is better known for the infamous hosting job that David Carradine delivered. This episode is jam-packed with a Mr. Bill short, a classic sketch with Patrick Weathers giving a great Bob Dylan impression, a classic Gail Matthius sketch, and more. We also have one of the most unique musical performances in Saturday Night Live history with a performance from the cast of The Pirates of Penzance!  Hold on as Thomas and Deremy guide us through this epic episode! --------------------------------- Subscribe & Follow today! And follow us on social media:  Twitter: @NR4PTProject  Instagram: @nr4ptproject Bluesky: @nr4ptproject.bsky.social Facebook: The Not Ready for Prime Time Project Contact Us: Website: https://www.nr4project.com Email: nr4ptproject@gmail.com

    Not Ready for Season 6: SNL S06E05: David Carradine/The Pirates of Penzance (12/20/80)

  7. Jun 16

    Deep Thoughts: The Blues Brothers (The Movie)

    It's 133 minutes of screen time, we've got a full glass of Orange Whip, two podcasters, an author, and we're recording. Hit it! That's right, we're celebrating the anniversary of the release of the 1980s classic comedy The Blues Brothers. Starring Saturday Night Live alumni Dan Aykroyd and John Belushi, the film has endured for over 45 years and become not only a comedy classic but also a work of cultural significance, preserved by the National Film Registry in the Library of Congress. We are joined once again by Aykroyd and Belushi biographer Daniel de Vise to look back on this "mission from God." Together, we discuss the origins of the film itself—from story and script to casting and production—to its lasting legacy and importance in both comedy and the music of the blues. Along the way, we recount classic musical performances, amazing stunt sequences, and some of our favorite moments from a film that STILL keeps us laughing. Much like a high-speed chase down Lower Wacker Drive, it is full of high stakes, eventful twists and turns, and even a few surprises. --------------------------------- Subscribe & Follow today! And follow us on social media:  Twitter: @NR4PTProject  Instagram: @nr4ptproject Bluesky: @nr4ptproject.bsky.social Facebook: The Not Ready for Prime Time Project Contact Us: Website: https://www.nr4project.com Email: nr4ptproject@gmail.com

    Deep Thoughts: The Blues Brothers (The Movie)

  8. Jun 9

    Not Ready for Season 6: SNL S06E04: Jamie Lee Curtis/James Brown, Ellen Shipley (12/13/80)

    The Scream Queen herself Jamie Lee Curtis hosts this week's episode of Saturday Night Live—and she brings it! This very entertaining episode of SNL features standout performances from the cast including Gail Matthius with a great Brooke Shields impression. And... Eddie Murphy has been promoted to featured player role on the show. Plus we get a memorable and legendary musical performance from the Godfather of Soul James Brown! All of this and more on Not Ready for Season 6! --------------------------------- Subscribe & Follow today! And follow us on social media:  Twitter: @NR4PTProject  Instagram: @nr4ptproject Bluesky: @nr4ptproject.bsky.social Facebook: The Not Ready for Prime Time Project Contact Us: Website: https://www.nr4project.com Email: nr4ptproject@gmail.com

    Not Ready for Season 6: SNL S06E04: Jamie Lee Curtis/James Brown, Ellen Shipley (12/13/80)
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An in-depth journey into the legacy of one of television's most iconic and influential shows - Saturday Night Live. Through deep dives into its most memorable eras, behind-the-scenes stories, and analysis of its evolution, we celebrate and debate all things SNL - the show that has become an institution, defining comedy for over 50 years.

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