Best Saturdaynightlive Podcasts (2025)

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Jizz in My Pants and Virgania Horsen's Pony Express 1:03:07

6d ago1:03:07

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This week The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers talk about the digital short, Jizz In My Pants! Plus, they chat about the SNL episode with Tim McGraw hosting and memorable sketches like Clear Rite, Blizzard Man, Trick or Turkey, Dateline, and Virgania Horsen's Pony Express. They also revisit a deleted scene from last week's digital short AND you won't …

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Episode 141: Gary Busey/Eubie Blake & Gregory Hines (March 10, 1979) 2:01:03

10d ago2:01:03

2:01:03

I've been meaning to get around to this one forever and so, by god by Gumby, we finally did it. William Ham returns to fold to discuss an episode that I firmly believe might be the most underrated of the entire OG era. Few outings of the show crackle with as much southern chaos as this one and that's not entirely surprising considering, ya know, Ga…

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Captain Flo Groberg -- Leadership Lessons with a Medal of Honor Recipient 42:17

13d ago42:17

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Retired U.S. Army Captain Florent Groberg is one of 3,528 recipients of the Medal of Honor—the highest military honor awarded to those who serve in the United States armed forces. Flo joins host Andrew Kaufmann and Michael Bailey, Deputy Director of the Leadership Programs at the Bush Institute to discuss his service to our country and what leaders…

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Everyone's a Critic 48:47

13d ago48:47

48:47

This week The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers talk about the digital short, Everyone’s a Critic, and whether or not they think it deserves a spot in the Criterion Collection. Plus, they talk about memorable sketches including Kissing Family, No No No, and Songwriter’s Showcase with Paul Rudd, a hilarious weekend update with Justin Timberlake, and so …

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Chuck Todd — Local Journalism and the State of News in 2025 37:37

20d ago37:37

37:37

Chuck Todd is an Emmy award-winning journalist while NBC’s Chief Political Analyst and former moderator for Meet the Press, which he stepped away from in September 2023. Although he stepped away from the moderator’s chair, he still covers politics this his podcast, The Chuck Toddcast.He joined Strategerist host Andrew Kaufmann and Senior Editorial …

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The Jon Hamm Episode 54:44

20d ago54:44

54:44

This week The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers revisit "an golden era" episode of SNL featuring Jon Hamm. An episode so good that it deserved a dedicated breakdown. Featuring legendary sketches like Jon Hamm's John Ham, Trick or Treat, and A-Holes featuring Elisabeth Moss and John Slattery. They also do a quick check-in on the Josh Brolin episode beca…

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Episode 140: Mr. T & Hulk Hogan/The Commodores (March 30, 1985) 1:54:07

24d ago1:54:07

1:54:07

The night before the very first Wrestlemania, Mr. T and Hulk Hogan drop by to host the show together...except they mostly don't. It was supposed to be Steve Landesberg but he had to drop out for reasons. I guess? He's still a special guest though, as well as Liberace, Bob Orton Jr. and Rowdy Roddy Piper. I know I say this a lot, but this is an ODD …

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Jared Cohen — From Presidential History to Technology 45:54

24d ago45:54

45:54

If you enjoyed this episode, watch Purpose Beyond the White House: A Conversation on the Post-Presidency, an Engage at the Bush Center event presented by NexPoint featuring Jared Cohen.By Andrew Kaufmann, Jared Cohen

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James D. Rodriguez — Former Department of Labor Assistant Secretary for Veterans’ Employment and Training Service 38:13

26d ago38:13

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The Honorable James D. Rodriguez served as Assistant Secretary within the Biden administration Department of Labor Veterans’ Employment and Training Service from January 2021 until January 2025 where he served 440,000 veterans annually. He is an accomplished executive leader with over 30 years experience across the government and corporate landscap…

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Ras Trent 53:07

27d ago53:07

53:07

This week The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers do an in-depth breakdown of the digital short, Ras Trent! Find out how much Akiva and Andy truly know about Reggae and DanceHall music and what all the references are. Plus Jorma isn't here this week. Ras Trent - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bLQbKo-7HfI Weekend Update: Sarah Palin Rap - https://www.you…

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Natalia Arno -- Fighting for a Democratic Russia 26:04

1M ago26:04

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To learn more about Natalia's work at the Free Russia Foundation click here.By Andrew Kaufmann, Natalia Arno

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Hey!, Extreme Challenge, and Jam the Vote 56:32

1M ago56:32

56:32

This week The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers talk about the digital shorts Hey!, Extreme Challenge, and Jam the Vote. We hear a special voice note and they also chat about other sketches like Googie Rene, Mark Wahlberg Talks to Animals, The Maharelle Sisters, and more! Hey! (Murray Hill) - https://youtu.be/-L60riY6CMQ?si=AzR-6vL5lbxl0lix Extreme Act…

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The SNL 50th Recap 56:21

1M ago56:21

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In this special bonus episode brought to you by Airbnb, The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers recap their weekend participating in the Saturday Night Live 50th Anniversary Special! The Lonely Island: Musical Medley - https://youtu.be/UV-RZYz8xTc?si=8IYmgJ8UEh4i2CM8 Scared Straight - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LNt1l2Kkfe4 Lawrence Welk - https://yo…

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Episode 139: Roseanne and Tom Arnold/Red Hot Chili Peppers (Feb. 22, 1992) 1:46:31

1M ago1:46:31

1:46:31

Here's a bit of an oddity selected for us by one of our Patrons. Mostly known these days for having a surprise appearance of Barbra Streisand in Coffee Talk (which already has a sketch-long cameo performance from Madonna), there's also the fascinating and far less talked about case of the Red Hot Chili Peppers basically imploding live on stage, wit…

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Larry D. Thompson -- The Quiet Counsel 25:29

1M ago25:29

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Limited signed copies of Larry Thompson’s book ”The Quiet Counsel Looking Back on a Life of Service to the Law” are available for purchase at the Bush Museum here.By Andrew Kaufmann, Larry D. Thompson

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Listener Q&A Episode 4 58:40

1M ago58:40

58:40

This week on the pod, The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers are answering your questions! Tune in to see if your voicemail or emailed question made the cut! (Not all the clips we mention are available online; some never even aired.) If you want to see more photos and clips follow us on Instagram @lonelymeyerspod. Send us an email! thelonelyislandpod@gm…

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Ambassador Nicole Avant - Think You'll Be Happy 30:38

1M ago30:38

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Ambassador Nicole Avant is a critically acclaimed producer of the Netflix film The Six Triple Eight, bestselling author of Think You’ll Be Happy, and former U.S. Ambassador to the Bahamas under President Obama. We discuss Ambassador Avant’s contributions and what led her to the Netflix film “The Six Triple Eight”, the influence of her incredible pa…

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Space Olympics 49:44

2M ago49:44

49:44

This week The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers talk about the digital short (and a song on the Incredibad album) Space Olympics! Plus, they chat about Michael Phelps hosting SNL and sketches like Cathy in the News, Quizbowl, Tina Fey and Amy Poehler as Sarah Palin and Hillary Clinton, and more! Space Olympics - https://youtu.be/XVoBQqketHM?si=EnDBG87g…

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Episode 138: Christoph Waltz/Alabama Shakes (Feb. 16, 2013) 1:48:54

2M ago1:48:54

1:48:54

By special request, we're heading back to S38 to cover Christoph's only hosting gig to date. Why this one in particular? I dunno. Mattalamode really wanted us to do it so...here we are! And it's certainly an episode, that much is true. Join us as we discuss a surprisingly stellar cold open, a memorable pre-tape, whether or not Christoph is a decent…

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Incredibad Part 2 58:26

2M ago58:26

58:26

We're back with part 2 of the breakdown of the Incredibad album! Incredibad is the debut studio album from The Lonely Island, released on February 10, 2009, through Universal Republic Records. The guys discuss the process of writing, recording, and other fun behind the scenes memories! Incredibad album - https://open.spotify.com/album/5uWFEnAIeksRb…

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Incredibad Part 1 37:24

2M ago37:24

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The Lonely Island and Seth bring you a very fun long-awaited two parter to the pod...the breakdown of the Incredibad album! Incredibad is the debut studio album from The Lonely Island, released on February 10, 2009, through Universal Republic Records. The guys discuss the process of writing, recording, and other fun behind the scenes memories! Incr…

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Episode 137: Ralph Nader/George Benson (January 15, 1977) 1:45:12

2M ago1:45:12

1:45:12

This week, we've got what is quietly one of the most important episodes of SNL ever. Not only do we get Ralph Nader, who would go on to cameo on the show up until 2000, but it's also the debut of one Mr. Bill Murray on the cast side of things, Jim Downey on the writing side of things and the very first appearance of both the Coneheads AND Rhoda Wei…

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Breaking Down Mike O'Brien's SNL Digital Shorts 1:11:07

2M ago1:11:07

1:11:07

Special Guest Mike O’Brien joins the podcast to breakdown some of his most memorable shorts on SNL including The Jay Z Story, 7 Minutes in Heaven, Dragon Babies, Sad Mouse, Technology Hump, and more! Sad Mouse - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BSDBWIECtbA The Jay Z Story - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lzg9Iu0uEeg Prom Queen - https://www.youtube…

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Mike Morath -- Texas Commissioner of Education 53:43

3M ago53:43

53:43

Related links Texas Education Agency Education and Opportunity at the Bush InstituteBy George W. Bush Presidential Center

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Family Trips: JORMA TACCONE Wanted to Ride in a Limousine 1:24:46

3M ago1:24:46

1:24:46

Check out Family Trips with the Meyers Brothers wherever you get podcasts or by going to apple.co/familytrips. Lifelong brothers, Seth Meyers and Josh Meyers ask guests to relive childhood memories, unforgettable family trips, and other disasters! New Episodes of Family Trips with the Meyers Brothers are available every Tuesday. Seth and Josh welco…

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Episode 136: David Alan Grier/Snoop Dogg (January 18, 1997) 1:57:49

3M ago1:57:49

1:57:49

It's the first episode of 2025 and we're kicking it off in style with two of America's most beloved performers still to this day: DAG and Snoop Dogg. It's the first time going back to S22 in quite some time for us and we've landed on a pretty fascinating one. Can the show correctly navigate yet another Jesse Jackson sketch? What does Snoop Dogg hav…

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A Message From Seth: No Episode This Week 6:25

3M ago6:25

6:25

Given the ongoing wildfires in Los Angeles, we’re taking a short break this week to prioritize safety and regroup. Thank you for your understanding, and we’ll be back soon. Stay safe, everyone! Produced by Rabbit Grin Productions Executive Producers Jeph Porter and Rob Holysz Lead Producer Kevin Miller Creative Producer Samantha Skelton Coordinatin…

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Listener Q&A Episode 3 42:17

3M ago42:17

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This week…another listener episode! The Lonely Island and Seth answer more voicemail questions from listeners! (Not all the clips we mention are available online; some never even aired.) If you want to see more photos and clips follow us on Instagram @lonelymeyerspod. Send us an email! [email protected] Support our sponsors: Airbnb Visit…

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Listener Q&A Episode 2 37:05

3M ago37:05

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This week The Lonely Island and Seth answer questions from listeners! Weekend Update Joke Swaps 2024 - https://youtu.be/GWu01Jr9sLY?si=vzUE843So3fMOQVt Jorm Dances - https://youtu.be/p8nGLSlZbWo?si=sCvZbA4P61_5EO5G Giff Banks Sensitive Bully: Second Chance Theater - https://youtu.be/uYiVOWsLWh0?si=0eBaoLv_znKjpG9k (Not all the clips we mention are …

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The Criterion Episode 58:00

4M ago58:00

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This week on the pod Seth Meyers is joined by Jake Tapper, Mike Schur, and Alan Sepinwall for a special breakdown of which digital shorts make the Criterion collection! They discuss what other categories the digital shorts can fall into, including “additional reading” and “Kim’s videos,” plus they talk about some favorite memories of The Lonely Isl…

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Episode 135: Candice Bergen/Martha Reeves & The Stylistics (December 20, 1975) 2:11:50

4M ago2:11:50

2:11:50

Our old pal Jon Schneider is back once again to discuss one of the most integral episodes of the first season: it's Christmas episode. Not only is it the first time a host would return to the show but it manages to include a number of iconic moments while somehow also managing to seem incredibly loose and nearly incomplete at times. But that's just…

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Japanese Office 58:24

4M ago58:24

58:24

The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers talk about the digital short, The Japanese Office! Plus, they talk about memories with Steve Carell hosting, what it was like having Ricky Gervais on as part of The Japanese Office, Usher performing, and other fun anecdotes from sketches like Bless this Child, Yankee Stadium, Paul and Gene, and more! The Japanese O…

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The Best Look in the World 46:32

4M ago46:32

46:32

The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers talk about the digital short, The Best Look in the World! Plus, they also discuss memories from sketches like It’s a Match, Scared Straight, The Suze Orman show, and more! Shia LaBeouf Monologue - https://youtu.be/A055zDTYkwI?si=BOJEBpDHKM_k5-DR It’s a Match - https://youtu.be/jBuN9sZoaXA?si=etApj1HFpIUJjNQP Scared…

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Madame President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf -- Africa's Iron Lady 52:20

4M ago52:20

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Madame President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf is a true trailblazer — she served as the president of Liberia from 2006 to 2018 and was the first elected female head of state in Africa. And now she’s dedicated to helping other women ascend to leadership roles through her work at the Ellen Johnson Sirleaf Presidential Center for Women and Development. Presi…

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Episode 134: Matthew Fox/Tenacious D (December 2, 2006) 1:50:34

4M ago1:50:34

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Hey, look. It's that guy. The guy from Party of Five and Lost. Good ol' what's his face. He's hosting SNL! Join us as we explore a surprisingly grim outing of the show (Car Bombs! The Michael Richards Incident!) and take in some super fun Tenacious D performances just as it's become infinitely less fun to think about Tenacious D!…

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Daiquiri Girl 50:57

4M ago50:57

50:57

The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers talk about the digital short they were surprised to see air…Daiquiri Girl. They discuss what happened behind the scenes that made them pivot, what filming the short in Kevin’s apartment was like, and so much more. They also chat about other sketches from that week’s SNL episode including Death by Chocolate, The Mel…

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Here I Go 50:55

4M ago50:55

50:55

The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers talk about the new digital short, Here I Go (ft. Charli xcx) that debuted on Nov. 16th 2024 on SNL! They talk about how fast the short came together, what filming day was like, the fun cameos in the short, and so much more! Here I Go (ft. Charli xcx) - Uncensored Version - https://youtu.be/kHwpS0LakeU?si=TsTJoF_XP1…

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Apple Jacks 1:06:44

5M ago1:06:44

1:06:44

Just when you thought we left y'all hanging, we - are - back! These are crazy times and "the galaxy's greatest pod" is here to address it all... Disclaimer: You Already Know contains strong language and is for Mature Audiences Only. a greidiens productionBy You Already Know with Kenan Thompson and Tani Marole

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Episode 133: Buck Henry/Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers (November 10, 1979) 1:45:37

5M ago1:45:37

1:45:37

It's the first of Buck's two hosting gigs in S5 (his 9th overall) and he's here to get this season back on track after a shaky start. We've got some real interesting ones in here, including Yvonne Hudson's first big sketch (Bad Clams), a rather notorious epic (The Mystery of Toad Island) and one of the naughtier outings of the Nerds we've seen yet.…

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Laser Cats! 3D 50:43

5M ago50:43

50:43

The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers talk about the digital short Laser Cats! 3D. They share memories from Christopher Walken hosting and chat about sketches like Googly eyes, Pranksters, Walken Family Reunion, Grease Rehearsals, and more! Laser Cats 3D - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1CeRI2yZDEY Googly Eyes Gardener - https://www.youtube.com/watch?…

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Andy's Dad 52:30

5M ago52:30

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The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers (with a surprise pop-in guest) chat about the digital short Andy’s Dad! They also share stories from Jonah Hill’s hosting days and reminisce about sketches like What’s Your Situation, Clancy T. Bachleratt and Jackie Snad, Six Year Old, and more. Andy's Dad - https://youtu.be/WvUHatIyKR4?si=akxxaOJnNj3Fawlc What's Y…

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Episode 132: Betty Thomas/Stray Cats (November 5, 1983) 1:59:21

5M ago1:59:21

1:59:21

From the iconic to the absolute depths of comedic hell, the Betty Thomas episode has it all. We've got an episode long runner, one of Eddie Murphy's most famous and iconic sketches, a whole lot of Jim Belushi trying to establish himself on the show and one of the most problematic sketches we've seen in quite some time. Oh, and one of us watched the…

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Mary Tobin -- Building a More Perfect Union 45:01

5M ago45:01

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Mary Tobin is the Director of Brickyard Chapters and Programs for nonprofit More Perfect Union, which aims to bring people together through social connection, service, and civic engagement events in order to build stronger and more resilient communities. She joined host Andrew Kaufmann and the Bush Institute’s Jason Galui for an impactful conversat…

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Hero Song 52:42

5M ago52:42

52:42

The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers talk about the digital short, Hero Song. Plus, we hear a few voice notes from familiar faces in this episode! Hero Song - https://youtu.be/GF5_rdUmdYY?si=4PstpEnX1kRnb21R Mirror Image - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r5X4kS1Pc10 Penelope: Traffic School - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NCjjx8A-jfE Jean K. Jean - …

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Rena Pederson -- A Trailblazer in Journalism 36:41

5M ago36:41

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Rena Pederson is a true trailblazer in journalism. During her storied career, she interviewed five U.S. presidents and countless history makers including Margaret Thatcher and Fidel Castro. Texas Monthly described her as one of the most powerful women in Texas during her time serving as vice president and editorial page editor at The Dallas Morning…

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G.H.O.S.T. Agents Outlaw Town / Mind Melt Creator Roundtable w/ Ken Landgraf, Rocko Jerome & Meesimo 36:02

5M ago36:02

36:02

Cosmic Lion Radio is back with the creative team behind G.H.O.S.T. Agents Outlaw Town and Mind Melt. Writer and creator Rocko Jerome, LEGENDARY ARTIST KEN LANDGRAF, colorist Meesimo and letterer, Eli Schwab. The team chats about the books, Ken's legacy and influence and a TON more stuff. Check it. For more: https://ghostagents.net/ The Kickstarter:…

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The Mirror 39:57

5M ago39:57

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The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers talk about the digital short, The Mirror, and whether or not it’s in the criterion collection. Plus, they talk about memories from sketches like The College for Excellence, and more! The Mirror - https://youtu.be/QnOuEFeAJM8?si=xN0Yn6zVxORYM2-b Get in the Cage with Liam Neeson - https://youtu.be/XRFLvGC9wg4?si=IdQn…

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Vladimir and Evgenia Kara-Murza -- Their Struggle for Freedom and Fight for Democracy in Russia 50:07

5M ago50:07

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Mere months ago, Russian activist and journalist Vladimir Kara-Murza thought he would die in Siberia, where he was imprisoned for speaking out against Russian President Vladimir Putin and the war in Ukraine. This week, he sat with his wife Evgenia and staff at the George W. Bush Presidential Center in Dallas as a free man, where he told us about hi…

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Episode 131: Jude Law/Ashlee Simpson (Oct. 23, 2004) 1:36:35

5M ago1:36:35

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Ah, yes. Another infamous outing from a rather infamous season. We return to S30 to explore what is probably it's most notable episode and sadly, it's notoriety has nothing to do with the comedy or the host or anything like that. It's all about Ashlee Simpson and her second (botched) musical performance. But there's still an episode that happens on…

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