The Lonely Island and Seth Meyers Podcast
The Lonely Island & Seth Meyers
SummaryJoin Seth Meyers and The Lonely Island trio—Andy Samberg, Akiva Schaffer, and Jorma Taccone—for a deep dive into the comedy that changed the internet forever. This isn’t just a retrospective on their iconic SNL Digital Shorts; it is a candid, hilarious, and often meandering catch-up between longtime friends who happen to be responsible for some of the most viral music videos and sketches in history. Each episode blends technical behind-the-scenes stories with the kind of loose, off-the-cuff banter that only decades of friendship can produce. Whether they are breaking down the production madness behind classics like I Just Had Sex and We Like Sportz, or taking a detour to discuss everything from hernia belts and sports fandom to the technical nuances of film editing, the hosts keep the energy informal and infectious. You will hear how they navigated early industry struggles, the logistical hurdles of filming in the pre-YouTube era, and the creative evolution that brought them from DIY tapes in a rented house to the main stage at Saturday Night Live. Packed with guest voice notes, listener Q&As, and sincere reflections on the bond of comedy, the podcast offers an intimate look at the trial-and-error nature of their craft. It is a warm, funny, and surprisingly reflective trip down memory lane that celebrates the absurdities of their careers and the enduring legacy of their collaborative spirit.
Updated Jun 30, 2026
Episodes
Listener Q&A Episode 13
Reflecting on the legacy of I Just Had Sex, filmmaking wisdom, and the habit of calling dumplings dumps.
I Just Had Sex (Part 2)
The Lonely Island breaks down the music video production and sample clearance process for their hit I Just Had Sex.
I Just Had Sex (Part 1)
Breaking down the origins of their biggest streaming hit and the creative chemistry behind the classic digital short.
Stumblin'
Paul Rudd joins to break down the physical comedy behind the Stumblin digital short and its musical origin story.
A Sleepy Lil Ep
Revisit sketch memories, analyze cinematic gems, and debate the merits of a Sprite-and-light shandy.
Party at Mr. Bernard's
The hosts dissect the latest entries on their ongoing bullshit list while debating classic films and crossword strategy.
Episode 112
The hosts reflect on fan-made dictionaries, the legacy of SNL sketches, and behind-the-scenes stories with Will Forte.
We Like Sportz
Reliving the production of We Like Sportz, the guys discuss their dad issues, DIY editing, and shooting in Encino.
What Was That?
The guys rewatch the controversial SNL digital short What Was That and analyze why its shock-value humor fell flat.
Listener Q&A Episode 12
Reflect on the power of comedy to help navigate life's challenges while swapping personal stories about family memories.
Over Your Dead Body
Yorma details the creative process behind his new dark comedy thriller Over Your Dead Body and his love for the film.
Shy Ronnie 2: Ronnie & Clyde
The guys break down the return of Shy Ronnie, discuss potential paternity conspiracies in Alf, and share tour tales.
I Broke My Arm
The group reflects on the making of the I Broke My Arm sketch, recalling the creative process and the wheelchair bit.
Rescue Dog 3D & Relaxation Therapy
Watch the digital short Rescue Dogs 3D and discuss the pros and cons of using comedy as a form of relaxation therapy.
Boogerman Part 1&2
The crew revisits the ambitious but misguided Boogerman sketches to debate their creative swings and misses.
The Taccones Live at SXSW
The Taccone brothers break down the DIY origins of Lonely Island hits and their shared musical influences from the Bay.
The Heist & Ka-Blamo!
Deep dives into the origins of early fan-made videos and the production stories behind iconic pre-SNL tracks.
Episode (Channel) 101
The trio revisits their Channel 101 roots, deconstructing the low-budget short films that launched their careers.
Episode 100: Turtleneck & Chain Part 2
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