Seth Holds Another Surprise Inspection of His Monologue Writers

Seth checks in with his monologue writers and holds a surprise inspection to review the quality of their jokes.


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[marciaguy]

I’m so in love with the direction this show has taken. Ironically, quarantine was one of the best things that’s happened to you guys. I think embracing the YouTube commenters has given Seth and his crew a TON more confidence. ‘Oh no. The audience didn’t laugh. However will we handle it? Oh Right OUR SKIN IS MADE OF STEEL! WE WITHSTOOD THE COMMENT SECTION YOU HAVE NOTHING ON US!’

[KhjjnJustDance]

Seth’s relationship with the writers is what makes this show shine

[adamlaski]

Seth has become my favorite late night show host. I love the laid back, off the rails way the show has become since quarantine. It sets itself apart from the rest and is a lot more relatable and just fun

[elmando]

Seth you're so unfair. The owl jokes were a hoot.

[Losark]

I think it's really great that Late Night gives its writers names and faces. I think it is a rare thing for hosts to give this kind of direct credit, or even acknowledge that it takes a team to make these shows happen, even in a sarcastic, disparaging way as in this bit.

[awdbeast]

when the audience doesnt laugh at a joke and seth turns to the camera and just blankly stares at it, is the look of thank god I know everyone in front of their phones or computers is laughing

[nanoglitch]

You guys found a format that makes even the "bad" jokes fn hilarious. I love it.

[bibliophilelady]

I am absolutely qualified to make this correction as I am currently teaching Of Mice and Men to my sophomores. Lennie does not kill any rabbits in the book. He kills a mouse, (or found it dead, but George questions his honesty about that point as he has a history of killing mice) a puppy, and Curley's wife.

[exnihilog]

I love getting to know the writer's humor and putting a face to them. Seth's ability to deliver a "bad joke" is brilliant. Even if something tanks they know we are laughing and enjoying it just as much. This is such a gem of comedy, really a yummy treasure. The owl joke and the jack-o-lantern were good!

[maret]

We need a surprise inspection of the graphics department.

[luuketaylor]

- Before even watching this, I'm SO GLAD this is back. I need this so often!
- I now think which writer wrote which joke every time I listen to the monologue.
- It's such a fun way to personalize the writers! I don't know writers on other shows!

[NealKlein]

You didn't need to do this to have us love your writers, but it was nice to have faces to go with the jokes. Seriously, Seth, your show's humor is my balm in this sick times. If I see you or your staff in person, I will be obliged to buy you all adult beverages. I sincerely love what all of you do.

[dominikbeitat]

I never realized Karen is such a palate cleanser. Like, when Seth tells a joke and it tanks, just whip out Karen's photo, crowd goes "Awww" and move on like nothing bad ever happened.

[angrymikko]

Surprise inspection graphics are just 10/10😂

[juliaconnell]

this is why I admire and respect Seth so much - with all his work - on this show, on SNL, he's like the guru of jokes - good, bad and 'wtf' - and genius enough to make the latter two a hilarious bit - though new i LOVE this bit - especially as they are real jokes by his (magnificent) writing team - this - and the bit where writers have to explain their joke - are *awesome* - like a masterclass in comedy

[WAMTAT]

much love to the writers, they're doing their best.

[keepers]

I like when he scolds the audience for laughing at the LAME jokes.

[jasonengland]

I wasnt much of a seth fan he kinda came off like he was to good for it but this show has completely changed my opinion Seth is awesome and relatable and fun. And him basically showcasing his staff while under the guise of busting their balls is awesome. Hes giving them the credit they deserve while still making it fun and funny thats a real talent.

[romulusnr]

I've realized what makes Seth's show great. He shows us the *inside* of television. Something we rarely see especially these days. And I've always said the best television is when it's people just having fun and/or things not going to plan.

[SpaceForceCommander]

That’s a Massachusetts “Joke Seth Can’t Tell” from Scollins.