SN-HELL: A Look Back At Saturday Night Live
Welcome to SN-Hell! SN-Hell is a chronological look at the episodes of Saturday Night Live. Keith, Matt and guests take a critical look at the sketches, cast members, hosts and musical guests. We adore the greatness, scoff at the misfires and challenge the lore. We hope you enjoy.
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Episodes
Saturday Feb 19, 2022
Saturday Feb 19, 2022
Keith and Matt check out the May 29, 1976 episode of Saturday Night Live. Chilly joins us for the returns of Elliot Gould and musical guest Leon Redbone. Harlan Collins and Joyce Everson make a special musical appearance.
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Further Reading Live From New York by James Andrew Miller & Tom Shales https://amzn.to/33YrWf7
Monday Feb 14, 2022
Monday Feb 14, 2022
Keith and Matt welcome their good buddy Shawn for this May 22, 1976 episode of Saturday Night Live. It's the second of Buck Henry's many hosting gigs and features a little piece of Canadian Gold in the form of the great Gordon Lightfoot and his cool pants.
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Further Reading Live From New York by James Andrew Miller & Tom Shales https://amzn.to/33YrWf7
Monday Feb 14, 2022
Monday Feb 14, 2022
Heather joins Keith and Matt for the May 15, 1976 episode of Saturday Night Live hosted by Dyan Cannon with musical guests Leon and Mary Russell.
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Monday Feb 14, 2022
Monday Feb 14, 2022
We're taking a look at May 8, 1976's episode featuring the incomparable Madeline Kahn and Carly Simon. Christine pops in to chat with Matt and Keith about one of Season 1's best loved episodes.
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Monday Feb 14, 2022
Monday Feb 14, 2022
Welcome to SN Hell!
Chilly returns to chat with Keith and Matt about Saturday Night Live Episode 18 from April 24, 1976. This episode features Raquel Welch showing some unexpected skills and musical guests Phoebe Snow and John Sebastian.
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Further Reading Live From New York by James Andrew Miller & Tom Shales https://amzn.to/33YrWf7
Mr. Mike: The Life and Work of Michael O'Donaghue by Dennis Perrin https://amzn.to/2SaCxRD
May You Live In Interesting Times by Laraine Newman https://amzn.to/2ZPq6y8
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Monday Feb 14, 2022
Monday Feb 14, 2022
Welcome to SNL!
Episode 17 brings us Ron Nessen & Patti Smith Group. Our good buddy Mark joins us for this edition of SN Hell hosted by White House Press Secretary Ron Nessen and punk icons The Patti Smith Group. Some fella named Gerald Ford makes a few pre-taped appearances as well. This episode is one of many "firsts." Enjoy!
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Further Reading Live From New York by James Andrew Miller & Tom Shales https://amzn.to/33YrWf7
Mr. Mike: The Life and Work of Michael O'Donaghue by Dennis Perrin https://amzn.to/2SaCxRD
May You Live In Interesting Times by Laraine Newman https://amzn.to/2ZPq6y8 Music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=loF0a...
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Sunday Nov 28, 2021
Sunday Nov 28, 2021
Welcome to SN Hell!
This edition of SN Hell dives into SNL Episode 16 from March 13, 1976. Keith and Matt welcome a first time guest host Shawn to the third chair. We take a look at this unique episode hosted by horror movie icon Anthony Perkins and Jazz/Blues legend Betty Carter.
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Further Reading
Live From New York by James Andrew Miller & Tom Shales https://amzn.to/33YrWf7
Mr. Mike: The Life and Work of Michael O'Donaghue by Dennis Perrin https://amzn.to/2SaCxRD
May You Live In Interesting Times by Laraine Newman https://amzn.to/2ZPq6y8
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Thursday Nov 18, 2021
Thursday Nov 18, 2021
Welcome to SN Hell!
This edition of SN Hell dives into SNL Episode 15 from February 28, 1976. Matt and Keith are joined by our first guest host Chilly. We go back in time to see Jill Clayburgh and The Idlers and even further back in time with the great Leon Redbone. This podcast contains adult language, mature subject matter and political/social commentary that may not be suitable for all viewers.
Further Reading Live From New York by James Andrew Miller & Tom Shales https://amzn.to/33YrWf7
Mr. Mike: The Life and Work of Michael O'Donaghue by Dennis Perrin https://amzn.to/2SaCxRD
May You Live In Interesting Times by Laraine Newman https://amzn.to/2ZPq6y8
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Wednesday Nov 10, 2021
Wednesday Nov 10, 2021
Welcome to SN Hell!
This edition of SN Hell dives into SNL Episode 14 from February 21, 1976. It's the LEGENDARY Desi Arnaz. Roll up some Acapulco Golds and join Matt and Keith as we check out a true passing of the comedy torch moment in television history. Babalu, baby!
The following, Weekend Update and more are reviewed in this episode: President Ford's Psychiatrist
Jabberwocky
The Untouchables
Failed I Love Lucy Pilots
Cuban Pete
Babalu
Very White
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Further Reading
Live From New York by James Andrew Miller & Tom Shales https://amzn.to/33YrWf7
Mr. Mike: The Life and Work of Michael O'Donaghue by Dennis Perrin https://amzn.to/2SaCxRD
May You Live In Interesting Times by Laraine Newman https://amzn.to/2ZPq6y8
Music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=loF0a...
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Sunday Nov 07, 2021
Sunday Nov 07, 2021
Welcome to SN Hell:
Thanks for joining us for a chronological trot through Saturday Night Live with Keith, Matt and Dee. This is the first Valentine's Day episode from February 14, 1976.
Peter Boyle hosts the show with "a Valentine for your ears" courtesy of Al Jarreau.
The following, Weekend Update and more are reviewed in this episode: Saint Valentine's Day Massacre
Dueling Brandos
The Shapiro Sisters
Remembrances of Things Past
Samurai Divorce Court
All Pro Wrestling
Acid Trip Slide Show
We Got By By Al Jarreau
Somebody's Watching You By Al Jarreau
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Episode Source: Live From New York by James Andrew Miller & Tom Shales https://amzn.to/33YrWf7
Mr. Mike: The Life and Work of Michael O'Donaghue by Dennis Perrin https://amzn.to/2SaCxRD
May You Live In Interesting Times by Laraine Newman https://amzn.to/2ZPq6y8
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Thursday Oct 28, 2021
Thursday Oct 28, 2021
Welcome To SN Hell:
Keith and Matt are back to chat about Season 1: Episode 12 of Saturday Night Live with host; legendary talk show host Dick Cavett. The musical guest is pioneer Reggae superstar Jimmy Cliff. Originally airing on Jan. 31, 1976, this episode marks the half way point of Season 1. Spoiler: We think these SNL kids just might get the green light to finish the season.
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Thursday Oct 21, 2021
Thursday Oct 21, 2021
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Matt, Dee and Keith take a look at Episode 11 of SNL. Legendary British Comedy duo Peter Cook and Dudley Moore take the reigns on this episode from January 24, 1975. Teeny bopper turned iconic singer songwriter Neil Sedaka tickles the ivories.
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Tuesday Oct 12, 2021
Tuesday Oct 12, 2021
We enter the double digits with one of the most memorable hosts of the early years - Buck Henry.
Legendary singer-songwriter Bill Withers is the musical guest and a musical performance by Toni Basil.
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Tuesday Oct 12, 2021
Tuesday Oct 12, 2021
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Happy 1976. Elliot Gould rings in the new year with a very enjoyable episode 9 of Saturday Night Live.
Joining Gould and the Not Ready For Prime Time Players is Canadian Music Icon Anne Murray. Does the New Year start with a bang? A Whimper? Something in between?
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Tuesday Oct 12, 2021
Tuesday Oct 12, 2021
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It's a happy holiday episode featuring returning host Candice Bergen and musical guest Martha Reeves. Bergen makes history as the first returning host. Some truly legendary SNL moments here.
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Monday Jul 05, 2021
Monday Jul 05, 2021
Welcome to SN Hell!
It's a classic-classic episode of Saturday Night Live from December 13, 1975 featuring the legendary Richard Pryor and his musical guest Gil Scott-Heron. This episode is widely regarded as the best episode of the first season. Do Matt, Keith and Dee agree? Do they ever?
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Friday Jun 25, 2021
Friday Jun 25, 2021
Welcome to SNL!
It's the great Lily Tomlin and a band of nurses. It's episode Number 6 of SN Hell. Matt, Dee and Keith take a look at Lily Tomlin's SNL hosting debut from November 22, 1975. The SNL house band is just what the Doctor ordered.
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Thursday Jun 10, 2021
Thursday Jun 10, 2021
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Come celebrate the Bee Centennial with Sam Peckinpah, some Exterminators and a Cartoon Bear. It's episode Number 5 of SN Hell.
Matt, Dee and Keith take a look at Robert Klein's first shot as host with his musical guests Loudon Wainwright III and ABBA from November 15, 1975.
Things got a little nasty for the little band that could, but probably shouldn't.
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Thursday Jun 03, 2021
Thursday Jun 03, 2021
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Knock... knock... Candy gram. It's episode Number 4 of SNHell. Matt, Dee and Keith delve into Ep. 4 of Saturday Night Live (NBC's Saturday Night) hosted by Candice Bergen with musical guest Esther Phillips from November, 8 1975. This is the first of Bergen's many appearances on SNL. See how she does and how to the hosts respond to Bergen's role as host, Phillips' unique vocal styles and the debut of one of Season 1's most iconic characters.
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Sunday May 30, 2021
Sunday May 30, 2021
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We return to 1975 with our look at Saturday Night Live #3 from October 25, 1975 starring Rob Reiner and The Lockers.
How does Reiner do in his sole outing as host? Who are The Lockers and why do we love them? What bits might not make air today? Has outside information forever poisoned us against Albert Brooks' movies? Who are the first two celebrity impressions on SNL? Are we ready for more Andy Kaufman? Find out here in SN Hell.
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