Matt is joined by Seth Meyers to discuss the evolving state of late-night television, making content that will work on digital, and the growing trend of the online celebrity interview show. Seth also gives his thoughts on the upcoming 50th anniversary extravaganza for 'SNL,' who should take over 'SNL' after Lorne Michaels, and Jason Reitman’s new movie, ‘Sat ... Show More
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Paramount's Strategy to Beat California, With Its Top Lawyer
Matt is joined by Makan Delrahim, chief legal officer at Paramount, who argues his case in favor of Paramount's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. He explains what they are willing to concede, why the state's case should fail, why this deal improves competition, whether Param ... Show More
44m 46s
Jul 17
The Data Scientists Quietly Powering Hollywood’s Greenlight Machine
Matt is joined by professor Violaine Roussel, a professor of sociology at Paris 8 University, to discuss her new book 'Data Driven Hollywood: The New Data Professionals in the Age of Streaming,' which polls 75 data scientists employed at streamers and studios to explain how moder ... Show More
37m 27s
Feb 2022
“Sense Memory/Stanislavsky/Circle In The Square” (w/ Matt & Bowen)
Matt and Bowen convene to discuss the concept of a Night of a Thousand J. Lo’s, deep dive on Lady Gaga’s actor-forward Oscar campaign, perform Lisa Barlow’s hit mic monologue and debut Provincetown’s new theme song. Also, Viva Las Culturistas and ALSO Viva Las Vegas, as Matt prep ... Show More
1h 10m
Feb 2025
Drafting Our Favorite ‘SNL’ Performers. Plus, the State of HBO.
Chris and Andy talk about what’s coming on HBO in the next few years, including ‘True Detective’ Season 5 and the ‘Game of Thrones’ spinoff ‘A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ (1:00). Then, in honor of this weekend’s ‘SNL50’ special, they talk about their relationship to and the leg ... Show More
1h 1m
Dec 2024
"A Dárqueness But A Charm" (w/ Matt & Bowen)
Two high body count hair individuals sit down for a culture catch up! Matt and Bowen discuss the Golden Globe nominations, share thoughts on RHOP and RHOSLC, and participate in discourse on "the shooter." Also, Cristin Milioti praise, the end of an Eras Tour, the "flavors" of eac ... Show More
1h 6m
Oct 2024
It’s ‘Saturday Night’! Plus: The Top Five Backstage Movies and ‘Piece by Piece.’
Sean is joined by Chris Ryan to break down ‘Saturday Night,’ Jason Reitman’s quasi-historical exploration of the beginnings of 'Saturday Night Live' (10:00). They discuss the disbelief that needs to be suspended, as well as the more or less knockout cast, before launching into th ... Show More
1h 58m
Nov 2022
"Social Soldier" (w/ Matt & Bowen)
Two friends, Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang, discuss Halloween costume culture, whether or not Rihanna's "Lift Me Up" is a bop or a flop, looking forward to a shocking array of concerts in 2023, performing onstage with world's best band MUNA, Matt's Have You Heard of Christmas upcomi ... Show More
53m 58s
Feb 2023
Chris Pine, Rihanna, Celebrity Impressions w/ Matt Friend
Joining the Deux U classroom this week is accomplished impressionist and comedian, Matt Friend. We're discussing the week's hottest topics and getting into Matt's hilarious celebrity impressions: Topics discussed: Tom Cruise + Hayley Atwell Paul Mescal + Phoebe Bridgers Bad Bunny ... Show More
54m 46s
Feb 2025
"SNL50," Meghan Markle, Selena and Benny, and More | Jam Session
This week, the ladies have a packed episode, starting with a debrief of "SNL50," including their favorite moments, celebrity appearances, performances of the night, and more (0:00)! Next, the ladies discuss Meghan Markle’s new rebranding of her American Riviera Orchard to "As Eve ... Show More
48m 29s