Best Elliot Blake Podcasts (2025)

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SNL Review: Margot Kidder & The Chieftains S04E15 1:09:29

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Top o' the late night to ye! It's St. Patrick's Day, 1979 and Matt, Keith and Kevin are checking out Margot Kidder and The Chieftains in their sole SNL appearances. Sketches include: St. Mickey's Knights of Columbus, Lois Lane, Fred Garvin, Men's Problems, Chicago and Franken and Davis. The Chieftains serenade us with If I Had Maggie in the Woods a…

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Champions of Champions - Bob Mills, Danny Mcloughlin, Dougie Anderson, Gail Emms 1:12:59

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Broadcaster Dougie Anderson, former GB badminton player Gail Emms, and comedians Bob Mills and Danny Mcloughlin join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment in the end of season Champion of Champions show. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in con…

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Carl Donnelly, Chloe Petts, John Cross, Katie Smith 1:01:12

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Sports reporter Katie Smith, football journalist John Cross, and comedians Carl Donnelly and Chloe Petts join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction. In the final round, the top two points scorers…

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David Alorka, Lynsey Hooper, Mark G Smith, Neil Delamere 59:57

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Sports presenter David Alorka, football presenter and reporter Lynsey Hooper, writer and performer Mark G Smith, and comedian Neil Delamere join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction. In the fina…

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Adam Hurrey, Elliot Steel, Gail Emms, Ivo Graham 59:48

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Journalist, author and podcaster Adam Hurrey, former GB badminton player Gail Emms, and comedians Elliot Steel and Ivo Graham join Gordon Smart for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction. In the final round, the t…

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Felicity Ward, Guvna B, Nethanell Mitchell-Blake, Reece Parkinson 1:04:18

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Felicity Ward, Guvna B, Nethanell Mitchell-Blake and Reece Parkinson fight for punditry points whilst discussing the world of sport with Rick Edwards.By BBC Radio 5 Live

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SNL Review: Gary Busey and Gregory Hines & Eubie Blake S04E14 1:05:31

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Keith, Matt and Chilly look at this wild episode of SNL featuring Gary Busey. Gregory Hines and Eubie Blake treat us to some of Blake's standards and Rick Danko and Paul Butterfield join Busey for an energetic blast of music. Sketches include: Billy Carter, Muckjumpers, Women's Problems, Perchance To Dream and Unsung Heroes of Rock N' Roll. All thi…

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SNL Review: Kate Jackson & Delbert McClinton S04E13 1:04:00

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Keith, Matt and Jenn dive into this mid Season 4 episode featuring Charlie's Angels star Kate Jackson. Kate's musical guest is Delbert McClinton. Sketches include: Charlie's Angels, Nerds And The Nurse, Fred Silverman's Office, Bad Cabaret For Children, Child Psychiatrist, The Coneheads At The Movies. McClinton plays, "B Movie Boxcar Blues" and "Ta…

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SNL Review: Rick Nelson & Judy Collins: S04E12 53:20

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Keith, Matt and Rebecca re-visit season 4's episode hosted by Ricky Nelson and featuring musical guest Judy Collins. Sketches Include: WGN Radio, The Twilight Zone, Rock Against Yeast '79, Helium, Quien Es Mas Macho and PIcasso: The New York Years. Nelson performs "Hello Mary Lou, Goodbye Heart," "Travelling Man," "Fools Rush In" and "Dream Lover."…

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SNL Review: Cicely Tyson & Talking Heads S04E11 1:08:22

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Keith, Matt and Adrienne take a look at the highest rated episode in Saturday Night Live history hosted by the great Cicely Tyson with musical guests Talking Heads. Sketches Include: Nick Rails, Frontier Midwife, Litellavision, Black Perspectives, The Shah's Final Days, The Widettes, World At War, X-Police. Talking Heads treat us to their cover of …

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SNL Review: Michael Palin & The Doobie Brothers S04E10 55:47

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Saturday Night Live rings in the new year of 1979 as Shawn pops in to join Keith as Matt as they look at Season 4's wacky episode of SNL featuring Michael Palin in his second hosting gig and musical guests The Doobie Brothers. Sketches Include: Uber-man, Name The Bat, Myles Cowperthwaite Part I, Nerds Music Lesson, Mr. Bill and State of The Union 1…

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SNL Review: Elliot Gould & Peter Tosh w/ Mick Jagger S04E09 58:51

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Adrienne joins Keith and Matt again for this look at SNL's 1978 Christmas episode featuring Elliot Gould and musical guest Peter Tosh. Sketches Include: Yuletide Energy Alert, Baby Norway All Flammable Christmas Tree, Mommie Dearest, Alcoholic's Christmas, St. Mickey's KOC and Dubb's Trees. Peter Tosh treats us to "Don't Look Back" and the very "ah…

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SNL Review: Eric Idle & Kate Bush S04E08 56:55

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Keith, Matt and Adrienne review English comic legend and Monty Python member Eric Idle's 3rd foray into hosting with this episode from November 1978. Kate Bush makes her sole US television appearance as musical guest. Sketches Include: Telepsychic, French Chef, Consumer Probe, What Do You ____, Candy Slice, The Madrigal, Cochise at Oxford. Kate Bus…

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SNL Review: Walter Matthau & Garrett Morris S04E07 58:23

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Keith, Matt and Shawn take a look at Season 4, Episode 7 featuring the prolific Walter Matthau in his sole hosting gig. While the history doesn't always list it as such, Garret Morris is the night's musical guest. Sketches Include: Epoxy Dent, Bad News Bees, Woman To Man, The Olympia Cafe, The Surplus Store and The Bedroom. Morris sings Mozart's "D…

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David James, Natalie Pike, Paul McNamee, Tez Ilyas 1:05:48

1y ago1:05:48

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Former England and Liverpool footballer David James, presenter Natalie Pike, The Big Issue editor Paul McNamee and comedian Tez Ilyas join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction. In the final roun…

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SNL Review: Carrie Fisher and The Blues Brothers S04E06 53:49

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Still riding the wave of the white heat that was Star Wars, Carrie Fisher hosted SNL in November of 1978 with musical guests The Blues Brothers. Keith, Matt and Kevin give our reaction to this much loved episode of Season 4. Sketches Include: Beach Blanket Bimbo From Outer Space, Loud Family, The World Bar, Mr. Bill, Mercy Killers, Tomorrow, Bad Ch…

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SNL Review: Buck Henry and The Grateful Dead S04E05 1:04:41

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The hilarious Buck Henry returns for his 7th hosting gig and beloved The Grateful Dead grace the stage on this retro episode from November of 1978. Keith and Matt are joined by Mark to break down the sketches and characters and to enjoy some "dead." Sketches Include: Hunkler Headquarters, Chinch Ranch, Samurai Optometrist, Uncle Roy, Great Performa…

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Kate Mason, Flex, Jim White, Bob Mills 1:01:52

1+ y ago1:01:52

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Broadcaster Kate Mason, football presenter Flex, journalist Jim White and comedian Bob Mills join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction. In the final round, the top two points scorers go head-to-…

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SNL Review: Steve Martin and Van Morrison S04E04 52:52

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The great Steve Martin returns for his sixth hosting gig in this episode from the fall of 1978. The musical guest is Irish legend Van Morrison. Keith and Matt are joined by new third chair and long time fan Harris for a fun look at this well remembered episode. Sketches Include: Elvis' Coat, Inflation Is Our Friend, Theodoric of York 2, Nerd Hospit…

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SNL Review: Frank Zappa S04E03 49:20

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This episode takes a look one of the most memorable / infamous / episodes in the show's history as the Frank Zappa joins the show as host and musical guest. Keith and Matt run down the episode and are joined by Kevin for some end of episode thoughts on this notable moment in TV. Sketches Include: NBC and Zappa, The Coneheads At Home, Baxter Prison,…

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SCTV Review: Episode 101: Back Stage (1976) 44:40

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Welcome to Melonville: A Look Back At SCTV After some requests from some listeners and third-chairs from our SNHell Podcast, a few of us have decided to go north of the border and review a few episodes of SCTV. Let us know what you think. The SCTV Season 1 cast features: John Candy, Joe Flaherty, Eugene Levy, Andrea Martin, Catherine O'Hara, Harold…

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SNL Review: Fred Willard and Devo S04E02 56:52

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This episode takes a look at Season 4's second episode hosted by the incomparable Fred Willard and New Wave super-gods Devo. Chilly sits in with Keith and Matt for this unique piece of television history from October 14, 1978. Sketches Include: Two Guys Who Are Lawyers, Scotch Tape Emporium, Mr. Bill, 5 AM, Crossroads, Bobbi Farber's Phone Call, Ho…

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SNL Review: The Rolling Stones S04E01 1:01:41

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Saturday Day Night Live kicked off their 4th season with the legendary Rolling Stones serving as hosts and musical guests. Keith, Matt and Mark give their thoughts and reactions to this historic episode of SNL from October 7, 1978. Sketches include: Auto Scent, The Nerds' Fridge, Olympia Cafe, Beatles Reunion, The Tomorrow Show, Danger Probe. The R…

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SNL Review: Things We Did Last Summer (1978) 44:23

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The summer of 1978 was a busy one for the folks at SNL, but not so busy that they didn't have time to make a television special to air in October of 1978. Keith and Matt take one more stop before heading into Season 4 and take a look at this widely forgotten piece of Saturday Night Live history. Keith kicks off this edition with a look at some of t…

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SNL Review: Top 3 Episodes of Season 3 6:10

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In this mini-episode of SN Hell, Keith and Matt chat about their highest rated SNL episodes from Season 3.By Lions Den Audio

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SNL Review: Top 5 Hosts of Season 3 8:42

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In this mini-episode, Keith and Matt choose their favorite hosts from Season 3 of SNL. Hope you all enjoy.By Lions Den Audio

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SNL Review: American Hot Wax 13:55

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Keith is flying solo for this one - 90 minutes of Doo-wop is way too much to ask of Matt - as he takes a look at 1978's American Hot Wax featuring SNL's Laraine Newman in a supporting role. The film is a semi-fictional look at a segment of the life of pioneer rock DJ Alan Freed as he promotes an upcoming rock concert in New York City. The kids are …

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SNL Review: The Animal House Special 1:00:36

1+ y ago1:00:36

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In the midst our season break, Keith and Matt take a bit of a detour and cover the phenomenon that is National Lampoon's Animal House. Animal House was the rocket that turned John Belushi from a television favorite to a bon fide movie star. More than that, its popularity was the catalyst for so much more comedy to come. This is a unique episode tha…

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SNL Review: Ranking The Season 3 Cast 13:00

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As we wrap up SNL Season 3, Matt and Keith tally up the numbers of our Star of the Night winners to reveal which Not Ready For Prime Time Player finished at the top of the list. A mixed bag of sure things and surprises to be sure. Here... in SN Hell.By Lions Den Audio

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SNL Review: The Gary Weis Special 1:43:59

1+ y ago1:43:59

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Filmmaker Gary Weis was a staple of the first three seasons of SNL. His highlighted works ranged from artistic experimental films to filmed sketches to slice of life profiles. Weis' works have been polarizing segments amongst our panel. In this special episode of SN Hell we are reviewing all (except one... oops) of Weis' SNL offerings. Join Keith, …

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SNL: Top 10 Sketches of Season 3 22:00

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In our mid-season break, Matt and Keith are summing up their Top 10 Favorite sketches of Season 3 of Saturday Night Live. We'd love to hear your thoughts. What did we miss? What were we too kind to?By Lions Den Audio

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SNL Top 5 Musical Guests of Season 3 10:34

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Welcome to SN-Hell Keith and Matt reveal their Top 5 Musical Guests from Saturday Night Live Season 3. Overall, season 3 gives viewers a slightly broader selection to choose from. Will Keith be able to narrow it down to five and can Matt find five he enjoyed enough to give ample kudos?By Lions Den Audio

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SNL Review: Best Sketch of Season 1 Third Chair Summit 1:22:04

1+ y ago1:22:04

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Keith and Matt are joined by 9 of our third chair co-hosts as we chat about our favorite sketches from Season 1. We wrap up by picking the panel's top 3 faves from SNL's inaugural season. A unique and fun episode for all :) Like, Share, Subscribe and Follow. This Podcast Is Not Suitable for All Listeners. Music Credits: SUNDANCE Track Name: "Persép…

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SNL Review: Buck Henry & Sun Ra S03E20 1:13:26

1+ y ago1:13:26

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Keith, Matt and Mark bid adieu to Season 3 with Buck Henry's 6th time out as host. Jazz fusion artist Sun Ra makes a unique and memorable performance as musical guest. Sketches include: Nixon's Book, Olympia Cafe, Stunt Puppy, Samurai TV Repair Man, Nerd Prom, Sodom Chamber of Commerce and More Insects To Worry About. Mr. Mike, in his last performa…

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SNL Review: Richard Dreyfus, Jimmy Buffett & Gary Tigerman S03E19 1:03:31

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Keith, Matt and (eventually) Kev peek in on the penultimate episode of Season 3. It's recent Oscar Winner Richard Dreyfus and musical guests Jimmy Buffett and Gary Tigerman. Join us for this sleeper hit of 1978. Sketches include: Sex Test, Cone Encounters of the Third Kind, Paraquat, Nick Springs, Pet Peeves, The David Susskind Show and the debut o…

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SNL Review: Steve Martin & The Blues Brothers S03E18 55:28

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Keith, Matt and Rebecca take a look into one of the most memorable episodes of Saturday Night Live. Steve Martin becomes the second member of the famed Five Timers Club as The Blues Brothers make their official public debut. Sketches include: The Festrunk Brothers, Theodoric of York, Dancing In The Dark, Love Story, King Tut, Troff and Brew, Nerds …

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SNL Review: Michael Sarrazin & Keith Jarrett / Gravity S03E17 54:40

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Keith, Matt and Kevin delve into this late Season 3 episode featuring Michael Sarrazin with musical guests piano virtuoso Keith Jarrett and the all-tuba sextet Gravity. Sketches include: Josh Ramsey, VD Caseworker, E Buzz Miller's Exercise World, Tom Schiller's La Dolce Gilda, The Penalty Box and Archaelogicus. Jarrett performs "Country" and "My So…

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SNL Review: Michael Palin & Eugene Record S03E16 38:57

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Monty Python's Michael Palin hosts this season 3 episode of SNL. Adrienne joins Keith and Matt for a look at this unique sort of Python-SNL hybrid from 1978. Tonight's musical guest is former and future Chi-Lite Eugene Record. Sketches include: This Oscars, Confession, H&L Brock, The Forgotten Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes, Party Argument, Danger Prob…

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SNL Review: Christopher Lee and Meat Loaf S03E15 1:05:27

2y ago1:05:27

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Welcome to SN Hell!!! It's Season 3 Episode 15 with Christopher Lee and Meat Loaf. Keith, Matt and Chilly look at one of the more talked about episodes from Season 3. Segments Include: Mr. Death, Speech Therapy, Suggestions for Sadat, Del Stater's Rabbit Hut, Vampire Nixon, Dr. Jeckyl and Mr. Rogers, Stand Up From Richard Belzer. Meat Loaf performs…

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SNL Review: Jill Clayburgh and Eddie Money S03E14 44:50

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Matt and Keith check out Jill Clayburgh's second Saturday Night Live hosting gig. Joining Clayburgh as musical guest is Eddie Money. Last minute issues kept us from having a third chair for the episode, but our Gen Z rep Daniel pops in for a bit to give his thoughts. Sketches Include: Danny Boy, Nutrafix, Celebrity Crack Up, The Coneheads Affair, O…

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SNL Review: Art Garfunkel and Stephen Bishop S03E13 59:27

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Welcome to SN Hell!!! Keith, Matt and Mark take a look at Art Garfunkel's turn as Saturday Night Live host. Art's musical guest for the evening is Stephen Bishop. Segments Include: Tomorrow Show, Modern Crimes, The Nerds visit Looks at Books, The Looking for Mr. Goodbar Playset, Don't Look Back In Anger, Kiss Concert, Miracle In Chicago and Andy Ka…

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SNL Review: OJ Simpson & Ashford and Simpson S03E12 1:04:47

2y ago1:04:47

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Welcome to SN Hell!!! It's a different trip through SN Hell tonight as Keith, Matt and Chilly take a look at the Season 3 episode hosted by OJ Simpson. The musical guests are the multi-talented husband and wife singer -song writers Nikolas Ashford & Valerie Simpson. Segments Include: Gilda Answers Viewer Mail, Great Moments In Sports, Mandingo 2, O…

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SNL Review: Chevy Chase & Billy Joel S03E11 1:01:38

2y ago1:01:38

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Chevy Chase is back and so are Keith, Matt and guest third chair Rebecca. This 1978 episode marks the first time a former SNL Host takes on the hosting role. In this episode of SN Hell, we look at Chase's return, his "scrap" with Bill Murray and the continuously evolving nature of Saturday night's most loved entertainment franchise. Rising star Bil…

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SNL Review: Robert Klein & Bonnie Raitt S03E10 53:58

2y ago53:58

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Keith and Matt are joined by Chilly for Robert Klein's second SNL hosting gig. The great Bonnie Raitt is on hand as musical guest. Segments Include: Nick The Lounge Singer, Frogs Love Films, Olympia Cafe, Giant Killer Lobsters, Ex-Police, Nerd Rock, Rhonda and Barbara. Bonnie Raitt plays her much loved cover of Del Shannon's Runaway and Give it all…

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SNL Review: Steve Martin, Randy Newman & The Dirt Band S03E09 58:10

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Adrienne rejoins Keith and Matt for Steve Martin's fourth hosting appearance. This episode of SNL has more than its fair share of classic laughs. Martin's musical guests are The (Nitty Gritty) Dirt Band and Randy Newman. Segments Include: Coneheads Family Feud, Big Foot Hunt, Roseanne Roseannadanna's official debut, The 1978 State of the Union, Fes…

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SNL Review: Miskell Spillman & Elvis Costello S03E08 56:23

2y ago56:23

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Matt and Keith are joined by new temporary third chair Daniel to take a look at the historic epsiode hosted by Anyone Can Host Winner Miskell Spillman and featuring musical guest the soon to be banned Elvis Costello. Sketches Include: E Buzz Miller's Art Classics, Sartresky and Hutch, The Girlfriend, Babe Ruth, Gift of the Magi. Elvis Costello perf…

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SNL Review: Mary Kay Place & Willie Nelson S03E07 51:23

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Chilly rejoins Keith & Matt for this Season 3 classic from December 1977 featuring host Mary Kay Place and legendary country outlaw Willie Nelson. Sketches include: Pep Rally, Hey You! Perfume, More Insects To Worry About, Farber's Chanukah, Married In A Minute and Total Woman. Willie Nelson peforms "Whiskey River," "Blue Eyes Crying In The Rain" a…

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SNL Review: Buck Henry & Leon Redbone S03E06 52:55

2y ago52:55

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Keith, Matt and Adrienne take a look at 1977's SNL Season 3 Episode Six featuring SNL favorites Buck Henry and musical guest Leon Redbone. Sketches include: Anyone Can Host Finalists, Little Chocolate Donuts, Stunt Baby, Samurai Psychiatrist, Ricky Rat Club, A Schiller's Reel, a film by Gary Weis and The Franken and Davis Show. Leon Redbone perform…

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SNL Review: Ray Charles S03E05 52:14

2+ y ago52:14

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Matt, Keith and guest third chair Mark delve into this classic musical episode featuring Ray Charles as dual host and musical guest. Sketches include: Carter's Energy Program, Mamorex, The Doody Girls, The Tomorrow Show, Evelyn Woodski Slow Reading, Blackout, and What'd I Say. Charles performs a number of songs from his legendary catalogue includin…

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SNL Review: Charles Grodin and Paul Simon S03E04 51:40

2+ y ago51:40

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Matt, Keith and guest third chair Ron take a look at SNL's classic 50th episode starring Charles Grodin with musical guest Paul Simon. Does this conceptual episode work or is Grodin's unique brand of humor run thin. Sketches include: Coneheads Halloween, Consumer Probe, The Killer Bees Trick or Treat, Samurai Dry Cleaner, The Brownie. Paul Simon si…