The Town with Matthew Belloni SNL’s Fate After Lorne, and Streaming’s Most Overpriced Platforms
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Feb 18, 2025 
Lucas Shaw, a Bloomberg reporter with a keen focus on media and entertainment, joins the discussion to dissect the future of 'SNL' following Lorne Michaels' potential departure. They weigh the show's hefty costs against its cultural significance. Shaw also dives into the streaming landscape, analyzing which platforms are overvalued versus those offering real value based on viewership. The conversation wraps with a cheeky look at Kevin Costner's 'Horizon' and its place in the ever-shifting media scene.
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SNL 50 Invitations
- Matt Belloni was invited to SNL’s 50th musical extravaganza but couldn't attend due to travel.
- He wasn't invited to the live taping or after-party, and neither was Lucas Shaw.
SNL 50 Ratings
- SNL's 50th anniversary special's ratings, while decent, were lower than expected and didn't significantly surpass the 40th anniversary's ratings.
- The show's extensive promotion and primetime slot contributed to the anticipation of higher viewership.
SNL's Cultural Relevance
- Despite cultural fragmentation, SNL maintains cultural relevance and creates viral moments online, appealing to a younger demographic for NBC.
- The show's value lies in its ability to generate buzz and consistently outperform other late-night shows and NBC's entertainment programming.