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Kevin, Joe, and Nick Jonas open the episode debating family group text etiquette, specifically whether sending text reactions counts as a real response when they already spend all day together. They are soon joined by actor and writer Bill Hader, who discusses his career trajectory from working as an assistant editor on Iron Chef America to his early days auditioning for Saturday Night Live with Andy Samberg. Hader explains how keeping his initial SNL audition tight at five minutes helped him succeed, and how an afternoon of frustration at an S&W diner led to the creation of his HBO series Barry. The group also touches on voice acting, family life with daughters, Hader's upcoming role in The Cat in the Hat, and listener voicemails about shower habits and childhood heroes.
The hosts kick off the episode with Almond Breeze sponsorship and a brief Q&A from producers.
The episode shifts to a new sponsor, highlighting Edible Arrangements as the go-to gift for birthdays.
The Jonas brothers discuss the sacred nature of their family group chat and the challenges of texting etiquette.
The hosts welcome comedian Bill Hader to the podcast, setting the stage for an in-depth interview.
Bill Hader recounts his path to SNL, from Second City to the audition process and landing the job.
The show incorporates voicemail questions from listeners, sponsored by Hyundai, adding a playful interactive element.
The hosts conclude the episode, reflecting on the conversation and thanking Bill Hader for his time.
Debating Family Group Text Etiquettedebate
The hosts argue over whether sending a like or emoticon on the family group chat is enough, with Joe demanding actual text replies while his brothers argue they see each other in person all day.
Transitioning From Iron Chef to SNLstory
Bill Hader explains how Megan Mullally discovered him at a Second City show while he was working as a nighttime assistant editor on Iron Chef America, leading directly to a meeting with Lorne Michaels.
Structuring a Five-Minute Auditionstrategy
Hader shares his strategy for the SNL audition, opting for a tight, five-minute stand-up style character bit instead of using cumbersome props or costumes.
Failing Pilot Season Auditionsstory
After joining the industry, Hader recounts bombing early pilot season auditions for shows like How I Met Your Mother and The New Adventures of Old Christine.
Creating Barry at a Dinerstory
Frustrated after months of failed writing ideas, Hader and Alec Berg were sitting at an S&W diner in Culver City when they randomly came up with the premise of a hitman joining an acting class.
The Physical Exhaustion of Voice Workinsight
Hader and the hosts discuss how vocal performances and physical efforts in recording booths are surprisingly exhausting, leaving them completely drained.
Hader reveals that he casually mentioned having a peanut allergy on Howard Stern's show right after being hired as the voice of Mr. Peanut, causing immediate panic for the brand's team.
A chat with the Cat! Emmy award winner Bill Hader. They’re talking SNL, Barry, and how you can never go wrong with a fart joke. See omnystudio.com/listener https://omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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