We’re back with a sketch-by-sketch recap of Saturday Night Live (Season 51, Dec. 20, 2025) — a great holiday episode hosted by Ariana Grande with a huge, heartfelt goodbye to Bowen Yang in his final night at Studio 8H.

In this episode, we break down:

• The holiday cold open and Ariana’s monologue
• The strongest sketches of the night (including the biggest laughs and the few misses)
• Weekend Update highlights + featured desk pieces (we see you, Kam Patterson)
• Why this episode stands out as one of the best of Season 51
• Bowen’s emotional send-off and what it means for the cast going forward

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This week on the Ten to One, we recap and review the latest episode of Saturday Night Live with first-time host Josh O’Connor.

We go sketch-by-sketch through a holiday-leaning episode packed with awkward moments, a familiar character from Bowen Yang, and a nice standup bit from Marcello Hernandez, among other things.

• The Air Force One press conference cold open and another spin on Trump-world chaos
• Josh O’Connor’s monologue (including his funny Ratatouille casting bit)
• Teaching Hospital and the return of Bowen Yang’s Dr. Please
• Uber Eats Wrapped, the painfully relatable stats that Ben would not like to see
• Bachelorette Party Strippers, featuring the “sensitive strippers.”
• Characters on Characters, pairing iconic Christmas figures for very serious actor talk, with a Brad-nit-pick
• Weekend Update, including bits from Marcello Hernández and Jane Wickline
• The night’s holiday extras: Brad and His Dad: Christmas, Wizard of Oz Deleted Footage, and more

We close it out with our picks for Sketch of the Night, the episode MVP, and where Josh O’Connor’s hosting debut lands in the Season 51 rankings.

Listen now and let us know: where'd we get it wrong, what are your thoughts on Jane Wickline so far, and what was your favorite sketch of the night?

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Nate, Brad, and Ben break down Melissa McCarthy’s sixth time hosting Saturday Night Live, the December 6, 2025 holiday‑kickoff episode from Season 51. We go sketch‑by‑sketch through the episode, talking about favorite sketches, standout performances, and Weekend Update thoughts.

In this episode, we cover:

• The political cold open with Pete Hegseth and Sleepy Trump
• Melissa’s mouth‑horn holiday monologue
• Free Sample – goat cheese, misread signals, and Jeremy Culhane as the straight man
• UPS Driver – A clever Ring‑camera sketch
• A Helping Hand – the Hallmark‑style pre‑tape that goes completely off the rails
• Weekend Update – Jost & Che, Ben Marshall’s vacation redhead, and Sarah Sherman’s wild, drunk raccoon segment
• Moms’ Truth or Dare, Andrew Dismukes’ Sunday supper meltdown, and the weird and fun pretapes like Cousin Planet

We wrap up with our Sketch of the Night, the MVP pick, and where this episode ranks among season 51.

If you’re watching every week or just catching the highlights on YouTube, we want to hear from you: what did YOU think of this episode of Saturday Night Live?

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Nate, Brad, and Ben break down Saturday Night Live’s November 15 episode, with first-time host Glen Powell. We dive into the sketches, standout impressions, and why this one delivered big on charm and absurdity.

In this episode:

• Cold open: Epstein White House Briefing parody and ensemble highlights
• Monologue: Powell’s heartfelt UPS driver story and season-best vibes
• Sketch-by-sketch reactions: AI Photos (Sunnyside Senior Home), I Miss My Ex's Dad, Sebastian Maniscalco (Bachelor Weekend), Norwegian Movie, MacGruber: Epstein Files, Taken: Airport, Bob Army, Haircut (Friendsgiving), and more
• Weekend Update: Top jokes and the Brad-o-meter

Whether you caught the live show or need a catch-up, this recap covers all the details, hot takes, and deep dives. Subscribe, rate, and share with your SNL friends!

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Nate, Brad, and Ben dive into Saturday Night Live’s November 8 episode, with first-time host Nikki Glaser. How does the stand-up comic fare in the sketch comedy world? We dig into her hosting debut and everything that came with it.

In this episode:

• Did the cold open do enough to be funnier than real life?
• How was Nikki Glaser's monologue?
• Sketch-by-sketch takes: Karaoke Night, Spirit Tunnel Anxiety, Beauty and Mr. Beast, American Girl Doll XL, Mechanical Bull, Sorority Meeting, Brad and His Dad: An SNL Animated Short, Pilot Announcement, and Pinwheel
• Weekend Update: The Brad-o-Meter and the return of Pete Davidson

Whether you watched live or need the replay details, join in the conversation and let us know what you thought of the latest episode of Saturday Night Live.

Nate, Brad, and Ben dive into Saturday Night Live’s November 1 episode, with second-time host Miles Teller. We break down the sketches, the laughs, and how the new season is shaping up post-Halloween.

In this episode:

• Cold open reactions: NYC Mayoral Debate parody and surprise guests
• Monologue highlights: Teller’s connection and love for SNL
• Sketch-by-sketch takes: Hungover Halloween Game Show, Hockey PSA, Missing Wives Documentary, White House Makeover (Property Brothers), Newsroom, Murder Press Briefing, Italian Restaurant Date, and more
• Weekend Update: Standout jokes, the Brad-o-Meter, and Weekend Update bits

Whether you watched live or need the replay details, join in the conversation and let us know what you thought of the latest episode of Saturday Night Live.

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Nate, Brad, and Ben break down Saturday Night Live’s October 18 episode, with first-time host and musical guest Sabrina Carpenter.

In this episode:

• A non-political cold open?
• Sketch highlights: Boys Podcast, Shop TV: Pillow, Middle School Lovin’ (pre-tape), Girlboss Seminar, Plans (horror trailer), Appliance Store, Surprise, and Social Experiment
• Weekend Update: the Bradometer, the WU bits, and more
• Episode MVP
• What worked, what didn’t, and why we annoy each other

Catch up on the best bits, the deep cuts, and our (not so) hot takes. If you’re enjoying the show, follow and leave a review. And let us know your favorite sketch of the night and your episode MVP in the comments.

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Nate, Brad, and Ben break down Saturday Night Live’s Season 51, Episode 2, hosted by SNL legend Amy Poehler on the show’s exact 50th birthday. We cover every sketch, the surprise cameos, and how the new cast and writers are settling in.

In this episode:

• Cold Open and Monologue: Political cold open without James Austin Johnson as Donald Trump?! What?!
• Sketch recaps and highlights: The Rudemans, Work Birth, Psychic Talk Show, Experienced Lawyers, Theme Songs Masterclass, Non‑Alcoholic Beer, Emo Mom, and more
• Weekend Update: Best jokes, the noted throwback anchor showdown, and the Brad-o-meter.
• Cameos and connections: Tina Fey, Seth Meyers, Aubrey Plaza, and more.

Whether you watched live or just need a quick catch-up, we discuss the best moments, deep cuts, and our thoughts on the first two episodes of Season 51. If you enjoy the show, follow, rate, and share Ten to One with a friend.

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