John and Andrew discuss Season 44's unexpectedly exceptional host bookings, Season 45 cast speculation, Cecily as "the glue", capitalizing on SNL's live nature, writers room brain-drain, risk-averse producers, featured player report cards, and the allure YouTube algorithms. Support the Podcast Patreon: Become a patron for early access to new episodes, premium content and exclusive member rewards. Notes That Week in SNL on Twitter Connect with us at: snlpodcast.com Patreon: snlpodcast Twitter: @snlpodcast Instagram: snlpodcast Facebook: @snlpodcast feedback@snlpodcast.com Moment of the season: Macro-dosed Dumbo review & Chris Farley tribute. Best live sketch: Romano Tours & Westminster Daddy Show Best pre-tape: The Actress & House Hunters Best Weekend Update feature: Film Critic Terry Fink's Spring Movie Review & Every Teen Girl Murder Suspect on Law & Order MVP: Anna Drezen & Cecily Strong Best episode: Liev Schreiber / Li'l Wayne & Halsey Best host: Emma Thompson & Adam Sandler Rating: 6 (decent)