The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers Podcast The 2025 Criterion Episode
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Jan 6, 2026 
Join Questlove, the renowned drummer and music historian from The Roots, and Lin-Manuel Miranda, the genius behind Hamilton, as they dive into the hilarious world of Lonely Island shorts. They discuss their SNL experiences and weigh the cultural impact of iconic pieces like 'I'm on a Boat' and 'Jizz in My Pants.' Expect debates on musical references, emotional comedy in 'Doogie Howser,' and the fun of kid reactions to classics. The laughter is contagious as they curate the ultimate Criterion collection—who will make the cut?
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Guest Geek-Outs And Scheduling Realities
- Questlove and Lin-Manuel Miranda recount nervously reaching out to join the podcast and hiding excitement before revealing themselves.
- Lin-Manuel describes obsessively checking the podcast and Questlove jokes about his hour-by-hour color-coded schedule.
High Bar For Criterion Selection
- The hosts set a strict 75% threshold for 'Criterion' status to mirror Hall of Fame rules.
- This raises the bar beyond simple popularity and forces clearer curatorial choices.
Questlove's Color‑Coded Life
- Lin-Manuel tells a story about Questlove's packed, color-coded calendar and missing his own party.
- Questlove jokes he can't plan far ahead, illustrating the pace of touring musicians' lives.