MAD REWIND with Brandee Stilwell

Mad Rewind: The Badass Women of MAD TV Part 1 (with Mo Collins, Stephnie Weir, and Debra Wilson)

May 13, 2026·1h 3m
Episode Description from the Publisher

Join host Brandee Stillwell for a nostalgic and hilarious reunion with three comedy legends from the iconic sketch show, MAD TV. In part one of this special episode, Mo Collins, Stephnie Weir, and Debra Wilson gather in the same room for the first time in years to reflect on their careers and the lasting impact of their work.Key highlights include:The Impact of MAD TV: The guests discuss the "weight" of being women in comedy and their reactions to a new generation on TikTok claiming the show "raised them."Origin Stories: Each guest shares their "first laugh" and the pivotal teachers or family moments that set them on the path to professional comedy.Character Deep Dives: Hear the stories behind fan-favorite characters like Lorraine, Dot Goddard, and Bonifa, plus live voice demonstrations of Trina and Dot.The Creative Process: The trio explains the art of improv, the importance of "possessed" commitment to a character, and the challenges of navigating the "meaner" comedy landscape of the early 2000s.The Vault: Debra Wilson stuns the room by reciting a complex, verbatim medical jargon speech from a sketch performed over two decades ago.Don’t miss this deep dive into the "grounded craziness" that made MAD TV a cultural phenomenon. Stay tuned for Part 2!

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