Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade

This week, Dana and David talk through David’s recent issue with McDonalds’ mustard, Dana gives a horse update, and they reminisce about SNL wigs. Also, Trump’s decoy plane, Buzzing Around, and the news of the week.

Tony Hale joins David and Dana this week to talk about SNL bloopers, Toy Story 5 and his new movie with Kristen Stewart and fellow Arrested Development alum Alia Shawkat, The Wrong Girls. Also, moving to Alabama, cater-waitering, and being called “like David Schwimmer but not as good looking” in his commercial acting days.

One of the slept-on SNL greats!

This week, Dana and David are talking about David’s visa adventures, working with Maya Rudolph, and the Michigan Senate race. Also, fake crying, Buzzing Around, and the news of the week.

Jeff Arcuri joins David and Dana this week to talk about doing comedy in the round, crowd work, and his new Netflix special “Nice to Meet You”. Also, the guys compare “mailbox money”, wonder if the pottery scene in Ghost is sexual, and Jeff explains why you should search for his special by his last name and not “Jeff”.

This week David and Dana talk through David’s travel woes, the Fauci trial, and they pitch a sitcom for Greta Thunberg. Also, The Turtle Club gets a remix, Buzzing Around, and the news of the week.

From out of the Mediterranean Sea, Natasha Lyonne joins the guys from Spain this week to talk about Fred Armisen’s drum solos, working with Coleman Domingo on season 3 of Euphoria, and her new movie Klara and the Sun. Also, being a child actress on Pee-wee's Playhouse, who should be the next James Bond, and producing Russian Doll alongside Amy Poehler.

This one was so good (and long) that we needed 2 parts.

This week, Dana and David are talking about Andrew Dice Clay, the LA sinkhole, and Shane Gillis’ record breaking show in Philadelphia. Also, Dana’s review of The Odyssey, AI scams, and getting birthday flowers from Lorne.

Jake Johnson joins Dana and David this week to talk about doing comedy with Ed Harris, his experience with New Girl guest star Jon Lovitz, and his new movie The Dink. Also, Chris Farley, Phil Hartman, and remembering back when old people were old.

Part 1 of a 2-parter with Rob coming to David's house!

This week, David met Gene Simmons at the Burbank airport, Dana saw Backrooms, and they both consider whether or not they caught World Cup fever. Also, Mick Jagger, Buzzing Around, and the news of the week.

Luke Wilson joins David and Dana this week to talk about childhood nicknames, Nick Swardson’s appendix, and his new Netflix show with Will Ferrell, Hawk. Also, Bill Maher’s fascination with Dana’s marriage, getting stuck on an elevator with Wes Anderson, and the lasting influence of Idiocracy.

Remember when Dana's neighbor and Hollywood stud John Corbett came on the show?

This week, Dana & David discuss the US Mens team’s collapse, the controversy surrounding the Odyssey, and playing “nice guys” in movies. Also, why Dana wasn’t at Taylor and Travis’ wedding, Buzzing Around, and the news of the week.

The guys are joined by Jim Jefferies to talk famous Aussies, drinking and drugs, singing opera, buggery, Village People, and much more.

This week Dana & David are talking about the World Cup, James Bond, and how Dana is the co-star to his hair. Also, Dana’s horse had a baby, Buzzing Around, and the news of the week.

Nathan Lane joins Dana and David this week to reminisce with Dana about their time with Mickey Rooney, working with Christopher Walken on Mouse Hunt, and his current run as Willy Loman in Death of a Salesman on Broadway. Also, Dana hates plays, Only Murders in the Building, and starring in The Nutcracker 3D with Elle Fanning.

We loved having this SNL great on so much that we needed to listen again!

Theo Von joins the guys this week to talk all about Busboys, Little House on the Prairie, and singing with Ella Langley at Stagecoach. Also, meeting Kate Hudson at the Netflix is a Joke brunch, sitting between David and Dennis Miller at a UFC fight, and thinking that Joe Dirt was a documentary.

Edward Norton joins Dana and David this week to talk about Adam Sandler, Seth Rogen’s improv, and his new movie The Invite. Also, getting stoned with Brad Pitt at the Venice Film Festival, why the Hulk’s pants always turned purple, and being directed by Olivia Wilde.

Resurfacing a memorable episode we did with this icon!

This week, Dana and David cover everything from Timothée Chalamet celebrating with the Knicks, to Scatman Crothers’ weed. Also, Elon’s a trillionaire, Buzzing Around, and the news of the week.

David and Dana have Jim Downey back on the podcast this week to talk about One Battle After Another, being officemates with Bill Murray, and the new documentary about him, Downey Wrote That. Also, the most potent writing staff he ever worked with, Eddie Murphy’s first year on SNL, and Casey Kasem.

This was a fun one with a modern day SNL legend!

This week, David & Dana are talking about David’s joke bombing at The Improv, Taylor Swift, and the Knicks wild comeback in Game 4 of the NBA Finals. Also, the LA Mayoral race, Buzzing Around, and the stories of the week.

David and Dana have Josh Duhamel joining them this week to talk everything from Ransom Canyon to getting dating advice from James Caan on the set of Vegas. Also, getting his big break on Win a Date with Tad Hamilton, directing Nick Swardson on Buddy Games, and working with Shia Labeouf on the Transformers movies.

This week, David and Dana cover the NBA finals, whether or not Baby Yoda is getting too old, and when David met the cast of Obsession. Also, the LA mayoral election, Buzzing Around, and the week’s news.

Hannah Berner joins the guys this week to talk about working with Amy Poehler on a new show, whether or not Giggly Squad has guests, and her new Hulu special “None of My Business”. They also swap Shane Gillis stories, mix up The Rock with Chris Rock, and cover Hannah’s transition from Summer House to stand-up.

Bringing this special episode back to life with media mogul, sports savant, and SNL superfan Bill Simmons.

David and Dana cover Dana’s Summer cut, David’s Vegas show with Nikki Glaser, and soft rock podcasting. Plus, Dana doesn’t know where the original Garth wig is, Scooby News, and Don Jr’s wedding.

Kevin Nealon joins the guys to talk about golfing with Norm MacDonald, not wanting to know what Lin-Manuel Miranda thinks of him, and his new special, Loose in the Crotch. Also, AI Co-Writers, Hanz & Franz's insecurities, and asking Julian Lennon who his favorite Beatle is.

Remeber when Dan Aykroyd came to David's house to record this episode?

The guys talk about David’s time at the Ronda Rousey v Gina Carano fight, in which he exchanged numbers with Jon Bones Jones, and had his view obstructed by Michael Irvin. They also cover season 51 of SNL, Buzzing Around, and the news of the week!

The guys catch up with Brendan Fraser to talk about life after winning an Oscar, working with Chris Farley on Airheads, and becoming Dwight D. Eisenhower for his new movie, Pressure. They also cover the highly anticipated fourth Mummy movie, why the third one was set in China, and how he used to purposefully fall out of his chair during auditions.

Bringing back this episode with a true SNL legend!

David and Dana discuss The Roast of Kevin Hart, Spencer Pratt’s Airstream, and David recaps Euphoria while Dana wonders if he should have done more nudity in his career. Also, animal sounds, Buzzing Around, and the news of the week.

David and Dana were LIVE at the Orpheum Theater with special guest, Chris Rock. They trade Michael Jackson stories, remember going to McDonalds with Michael Jordan, and Chris looks back on the first time he met Adam Sandler. The also discuss how he almost got to record the voice for Donkey in the Shrek movies, and why Tupac didn't like Chris.

The guys discuss Mike Tyson, the hantavirus, and golfing with Andrew Santino and Bert Kreischer. They also cover their live show with Chris Rock for the Netflix is a Joke Festival, and go over the news of the week.

Hank Azaria joins the guys to discuss the Simpsons, why he never auditioned for SNL, and taking acting classes alongside Brad Pitt and Sharon Stone. They also swap Christopher Walken stories, marvel at Conan O’Brien’s rise from Simpsons writer to talk show host, and dissect how Moe Szyslak is a perfect combination of young Al Pacino and Bruce Springsteen.

Resurfacing this episode with comedy legend Judd Apatow!

Dana and David discuss the Desert Warrior box office numbers, manifestos, and Dana’s recent trip to New Orleans Jazz Fest. Also, Simone Biles and the cost of glam, plus Buzzing Around, and the news of the day.

Adam Scott joins the guys to talk about his nightmare Coachella experience—especially after Justin Bieber’s concert—along with his love of “Church Chat” and the origins of Severance. He shares stories about Christopher Walken and why making he just wants to make him proud, reflects on Rob Lowe’s good looks, and Step Brothers. Plus, they dive into their shared love of U2 and his upcoming horror film Hokum.

Let’s revisit gnarly injuries, a life-changing video game, and Police Academy 4 with Tony Hawk. *Note: this interview was recorded before the SAG-AFTRA strike took effect.

Mark Normand joins Dana and David to discuss David’s appearance on the We Might Be Drunk podcast, being compared to Norm Macdonald, and building momentum from a breakout special to a new release on Netflix. He shares insights on sustaining a career in comedy and refining material on a daily basis. They also cover his takes on the moon, Lizzo, and Katy Perry, along with a tour of his office, before wrapping up with a discussion on what makes classic comedy films endure.

Let’s revisit women on SNL, Pat, and religion with Julia Sweeney. *Note: this interview was recorded before the SAG-AFTRA strike took effect in 2023.

Dana and David open with new material and a look at jokes that didn’t land before diving into Coachella. They share their thoughts on Justin Bieber’s performance and the controversy surrounding Sabrina Carpenter. They also weigh in on Katy Perry vs. Ruby Rose before moving into drunk college stories, a new round of Buzzing Around, and the latest news.

What can’t Zach Braff do? Seriously—he directs his own T-Mobile commercials, and today he joins Dana and David for a hilarious convo. They dive into Zach’s love of The Church Lady, what it was like having dinner with Spade and Howard Stern, and David drops an all-time story: which one of Zach’s close friends did he once have a threesome with??? Plus, Zach reflects on his journey—from making a pilot with Gwyneth Paltrow at just 14, to starring alongside Natalie Portman in Garden State, to what hosting SNL is really like. They also get into how Scrubs found new life without feeling like nostalgia bait, and why Zach and Donald Faison remain one of the great on-screen duos.

Busboys premieres later this week and the guys learn that it’s going head-to-head with the new Lorne documentary. David also shares travel stories with Keanu Reeves and makes sure to clear up some details on his Tiger Woods golf story. Then the guys talk NASA conspiracies, cockroaches as fashion, and a parrot in a submarine. 

Dana and David are joined by the always unfiltered and outrageously funny Tim Dillon. They revisit Tim’s time working with David on Lights Out, dive into his experiences on Euphoria, Joker 2, and the upcoming Bus Boys before they get into his thoughts on Meghan Markle. From there, things take a turn—covering everything from the draft and politics to financial advice you definitely shouldn’t follow. Tim also reflects on how The Dana Carvey Show influenced his comedy, and makes the case that McDonald's might keep you alive into your hundreds.