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Club Random with Bill Maher · January 19, 2026 · 1h 31m

Dana Carvey and David Spade | Club Random with Bill Maher

Bill Maher sits down with Dana Carvey and David Spade – together – for what feels less like an interview and more like eavesdropping on two flies on the wall… plus Bill. The longtime friends riff on Saturday Night Live war stories, the brutal math of stand-up (bombs, hecklers, benefit shows), and the slightly unhinged psychology of chasing laughs for a living. The conversation zigzags through classic films, old Hollywood, celebrity politics, and the strange new podcast economy. Funny, profane, nostalgic, and sneakily thoughtful – it’s three comedy legends talking shop after hours, with no one trying to win the room.

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Highlights

Saturday Night Live War Stories
Carvey and Spade share behind-the-scenes stories from their time on Saturday Night Live.
The Brutal Math of Stand-Up
They discuss the harsh realities of stand-up comedy, including bombing, dealing with hecklers, and performing at benefit shows.
Psychology of Chasing Laughs
The trio explores the psychological drive behind a career in comedy, touching on the highs and lows of chasing laughter.
Classic Films and Old Hollywood
They reminisce about classic films and old Hollywood, nostalgically contrasting that era with today's entertainment landscape.
The New Podcast Economy
Maher, Carvey, and Spade examine the podcast economy and its impact on comedians' careers.
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