Overview

• Sarah Silverman appeared on Howard Stern Show and discussed her firing from SNL after one season in 1994, describing the experience as both surprising and formative.
• She praised Conan O’Brien for repeatedly inviting her onto Late Night during his first year as host, calling his support vital to her career recovery.
• Silverman described her time at SNL as a mix of magic and anxiety, highlighting the intense pressure and feelings of self-doubt the show’s environment can foster.
• She resonated with Andy Samberg’s SNL50 sketch on impostor syndrome, noting it captured the pervasive anxieties many cast members experience.
• Silverman viewed her SNL firing as routine but unexpected, ultimately recognizing it as a pivotal moment that led to new opportunities.