Seth Meyers Unravels While Eating Spicy Wings | Hot Ones

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Seth Meyers discusses his experiences in comedy, SNL, and late-night talk shows, as well as his love for sports and comics. He also talks about the impact of Jon Stewart on political commentary and the success of his segment "A Closer Look" online.

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  • Seth Meyers' show "A Closer Look" segment, lasting 12-14 minutes, is highly popular online, showcasing a growing audience interest in in-depth political content over shorter, viral bits.
  • Seth Meyers values authentic conversations on his show, prioritizing genuine interactions despite the typical performance aspect of late-night talk shows, highlighting his commitment to meaningful dialogues.

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  • Who is Seth Meyers?

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    "A Closer Look" is a popular 12-14 minute segment on Seth Meyers' show.

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    Jon Stewart revolutionized political commentary with "The Daily Show."

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    Seth Meyers values genuine conversations on his show.

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    Seth Meyers' comedic style is sharp and satirical.

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Summary

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Seth Meyers: Hot Ones, SNL, Comedy

  • Seth Meyers is a guest on Hot Ones, known for his work on SNL and Late Night with Seth Meyers.
  • Seth recalls his experience eating hot chicken at Bolton's in Nashville.
  • Seth rates Mustard's Last Stand hot dogs as properly rated and shares his experience at Hackney's.
  • Seth discusses the impact of the Chicago comedy scene on the entertainment industry.
  • Seth shares his first conversation with SNL producer Lorne Michaels and a funny misunderstanding about a wig test.
  • Seth talks about Kanye West's impact on SNL musical performances and recalls a live on-air screw-up he had.
  • Seth discusses his love for sports, including his thoughts on esports and the tradition of playing "Sweet Caroline" at Red Sox games.
  • Seth reminisces about working with LeBron James and Peyton Manning on SNL.
  • Seth talks about the challenges of sketch comedy and shares a sketch that bombed on air.
  • Seth discusses attending Yeezy Season 2 and his experience with Action Bronson on cooking segments.

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Political Comedy's Influence on Late-Night TV

  • Jon Stewart revolutionized political commentary with "The Daily Show," influencing others to follow suit.
  • The audience's interest in political content has grown, contrary to the belief that shorter bits are more viral.
  • Political humor is inherently partisan, with the importance of a distinct point of view.
  • Seth Meyers' show features a segment called "A Closer Look," lasting 12-14 minutes, which is highly popular online.
  • Seth Meyers' experience as a delivery driver for D'Angelo did not teach him much about sandwich making.
  • Seth Meyers values genuine conversations on his show, despite the performance aspect of late-night talk shows.
  • Seth Meyers' love for comics is deep, with a special issue of Spider-Man being a prized possession.
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