The Town with Matthew Belloni Seth Meyers on Late Night’s Future, 'SNL' 50, and Lorne’s Successor
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Sep 11, 2024 Seth Meyers, host of 'Late Night with Seth Meyers' and former 'SNL' cast member, joins the conversation to dissect the current landscape of late-night television. He shares insights on how hosts are adapting to digital trends and the rise of online celebrity interviews. Meyers discusses the upcoming 50th anniversary of 'SNL' and speculates on a potential successor to Lorne Michaels. He also gives his take on TIFF films and their chances for the People's Choice Award, blending humor with industry wisdom.
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Late Night's Evolution
- Late-night TV viewership has shifted from linear to online platforms.
- Shows now have a wider reach than linear ratings suggest.
Digital Economics
- The economics of digital content haven't caught up to support late-night shows like linear TV ads did.
- Ad sales teams are working on monetizing online viewership.
Digital Content
- Seth Meyers' 'Closer Look' and 'Day Drinking' segments are popular online.
- 'Day Drinking' is successful linearly and online, unlike 'Closer Look', which is better suited for online audiences.
