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Pete Davidson, John Mulaney Counsel Bombed Hosts: “You Crushed It”

5/24/2026

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Comedian Pete Davidson and comedian John Mulaney explained on Netflix’s “The Pete Davidson Show” how they reassure hosts after a bombed monologue.
Comedian Pete Davidson says he tells embarrassed hosts they “crushed it” and that they are performing for viewers at home.
Comedian John Mulaney adds he blames bad acoustics, calls the audience “tourists” and answers “No, do you have ears?” when hosts ask if the monologue was good.

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Comedian Pete Davidson and comedian John Mulaney explained on Netflix’s “The Pete Davidson Show” how they reassure hosts after a bombed monologue.
Comedian Pete Davidson says he tells embarrassed hosts they “crushed it” and that they are performing for viewers at home.
Comedian John Mulaney adds he blames bad acoustics, calls the audience “tourists” and answers “No, do you have ears?” when hosts ask if the monologue was good.