Good One: A Podcast About Jokes Seth Meyers on the Future of Late Night and SNL
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Jun 5, 2025 
Seth Meyers, the current host of 'Late Night' and former SNL head writer, shares his insights on juggling multiple roles in comedy. He discusses the evolving landscape of late-night television and the camaraderie among hosts. Seth reflects on the balance between humor and serious topics in comedy, influenced by personal experiences like parenthood. He reminisces about the 'Anne Golden Era' of SNL and debates the ultimate SNL Mount Rushmore. With candid anecdotes about nerves and stage failures, he reveals the lighter side of the comedic journey.
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Seth's Knicks-Celtics Game Anecdote
- Seth Meyers shared a story of a security guard joking about the Knicks losing to his Celtics during a game.
- The guard later cheered the Knicks' comeback, showing a playful New Yorker-Celtics fan exchange.
Late Night's Changing Landscape
- Seth Meyers feels late night is an extraordinary platform but fears it's declining due to changing viewership habits.
- He believes fewer late night shows are likely in the future, amid a boom period around 2014.
Day Drinking Show Anxiety Story
- Seth gets anxious before his Day Drinking show because losing control threatens his usual comedic control.
- Once a few drinks in, he relaxes and the performance becomes more spontaneous and enjoyable.