The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers Podcast

Everyone's a Critic

Mar 25, 2025

The hosts dive into the hilarious chaos of their digital short, laughing over its pacing and nostalgic quirks. They reminisce about creative processes sparked by iconic films like 'Titanic,' blending music with humor. Personal stories about laundry services and the joy of clean clothes bring a light-hearted touch. The discussion shifts to the awkwardness of friendships and dating, featuring a standout musical guest. They also explore the impact of celebrity sketches and share behind-the-scenes mishaps, celebrating the camaraderie that fuels their comedy.

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The podcast celebrates Women's History Month by honoring impactful women like Margie Samuels, emphasizing appreciation in personal relationships.

The hosts rediscover the humor and nostalgia of their digital short 'Everyone's a Critic', noting its unique pacing and content warning.

They reflect on their collaborative creative process for 'Everyone's a Critic', highlighting teamwork in evolving comedic ideas and memorable sketches.

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Celebrating Spirited Women

The episode acknowledges Women's History Month by honoring the spirited women in the speakers' lives, specifically highlighting Margie Samuels, the co-founder of Maker's Mark. The conversation encourages listeners to recognize the important women in their lives, offering a unique promotional opportunity with a personalized label for Maker's Mark bottles. This personal touch helps connect the spirit of honoring influential women with a tangible gift. It emphasizes the value of appreciation and celebration in personal relationships.

Intro

2min

Comedic Creations: From Canvas to Chaos

11min

Chaos, Cheers, and Clean Clothes

5min

Chaos and Creativity: Behind the Scenes

7min

Navigating Awkward Friendships and Comedic Performances

2min

Comedic Sketches and Storytelling

3min

Celebrity Sketches and Meal Kits

6min

Behind the Laughter: Memorable Moments in Sketch Comedy

13min

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 much more!

Everyone’s a critic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NTwwxs3Lqhc&rco=1

The worst song in the world - https://wrif.com/2023/12/15/scientists-have-created-the-worst-song-in-history-wanna-hear-it / // https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZDh4o0rOvr0&t=107s

Kissing Family - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3vZZPgfRLlU&t=36s

(Not all the clips we mention are available online; some never even aired.)

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Produced by Rabbit Grin Productions
Executive Producers Jeph Porter and Rob Holysz
Lead Producer Kevin Miller
Creative Producer Samantha Skelton
Coordinating Producer Derek Johnson
Cover Art by Olney Atwell
Music by Greg Chun and Brent Asbury
Edit by Cheyenne Jones

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