‘There’s really no room for you in the cast’: Ashley Padilla tells Seth Meyers about her ‘SNL’ audition
The sophomore standout had to overcome a confusing Lorne Michaels moment and the chaos of ‘SNL50.’
‘Supergirl’ brings ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ vibes to the DCU
The first trailer for the film premiered this week, and it definitely feels like a James Gunn movie. PLUS: Netflix and Paramount battle over WB, trailers for ‘The Boys’ and ‘The Drama,’ and Kimmel renews his ABC deal.
Santa came early with this Christmas candy roundup
It’s Snackology’s biggest roundup ever, covering a whopping 18 different new and returning season offerings.
Only 10,000 Hershey’s Dubai-Inspired Chocolate Bars exist. And I ate one of them.
The iconic chocolate company has finally produced its take on the phenomenon in ‘a one-of-a-kind release.’
‘His finest hour’: Henson biographer Brian Jay Jones and I chat about ‘Muppet Family Christmas’
It's the greatest Christmas special ever — but you can't watch it on Disney+ or any other streaming service. Here's our conversation from 2022 diving into the mystery surrounding this classic.
Join The Omnicosm
Join the hundreds of subscribers who already get the free Popculturology, Deep SNL Thoughts and Snackology newsletters.
Latest
‘There’s really no room for you in the cast’: Ashley Padilla tells Seth Meyers about her ‘SNL’ audition
The sophomore standout had to overcome a confusing Lorne Michaels moment and the chaos of ‘SNL50.’
Josh O’Connor’s hosting gift promises an 11- or 12-year commitment and then ‘the saddest day of your life’
The ‘Wake Up Dead Man’ star makes his ‘SNL’ debut this weekend.
Do the Simply NKD versions of Cheetos and Doritos still pack the flavorful punch we love?
The new line offers four kinds of chips with their artificial flavors and dyes stripped away.
‘Five Nights a Freddy’s’ sequel scares off ‘Zootopia 2’ and ‘Wicked: For Good’
The sequel delivered a $63M opening weekend to prove that its predecessor’s debut wasn’t a fluke.
‘SNL’ gives us Melissa McCarthy as host for her 6th time, takes us to ‘Cousin Planet’
McCarthy as host? A bit low energy this time. Jost as Hegseth? Bombastic.
A Mystery Flavor? A Pringamabob? Let’s explore the secrets of the Pringles Once You Pop Mystery Box
Do you need a ‘playfully stacked crisp critter that is a cute as it is craveable’ in your life?
Every movie now stars Scarlett Johansson, McDonald’s gets Grinch-y and Pepperidge Farm celebrates National Cookie Day
Your weekly rundown of everything from Popculturology, Deep SNL Thoughts and Snackology.
Pop-Tarts Frosted Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough make their long-awaited return
I’m sure the guy who once wrote ‘Where the [bleep] are the chocolate chip pop tarts’ on Reddit is thrilled. I know I am.
Snackology
Do the Simply NKD versions of Cheetos and Doritos still pack the flavorful punch we love?
The new line offers four kinds of chips with their artificial flavors and dyes stripped away.
A Mystery Flavor? A Pringamabob? Let’s explore the secrets of the Pringles Once You Pop Mystery Box
Do you need a ‘playfully stacked crisp critter that is a cute as it is craveable’ in your life?
Pop-Tarts Frosted Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough make their long-awaited return
I’m sure the guy who once wrote ‘Where the [bleep] are the chocolate chip pop tarts’ on Reddit is thrilled. I know I am.
Celebrate National Cookie Day with EIGHT Pepperidge Farm holiday cookies
And if the Pepperidge Farm Holiday Exclusive cookie collection isn’t enough for you, festive Goldfish grahams honor Peanuts’ 75th anniversary.
Popculturology
‘Five Nights a Freddy’s’ sequel scares off ‘Zootopia 2’ and ‘Wicked: For Good’
The sequel delivered a $63M opening weekend to prove that its predecessor’s debut wasn’t a fluke.
The Scarlett Johansson cinematic universe
The box office titan boards the ‘Batman’ and ‘Exorcist’ franchises. PLUS: Netflix wins the Warner Bros. bidding war, trailers for ‘How to Make a Killing’ and ‘Ready or Not 2,’ and what’s going on with Spider League?
‘Zootopia 2’ goes wild over Thanksgiving weekend
Disney’s animated sequel easily outfoxed ‘Wicked: For Good.’
The Monthly November 2025
Three things to know. Two trailers to watch. One article to read. Here’s what you need to know for this month.
Deep SNL Thoughts
‘There’s really no room for you in the cast’: Ashley Padilla tells Seth Meyers about her ‘SNL’ audition
The sophomore standout had to overcome a confusing Lorne Michaels moment and the chaos of ‘SNL50.’
Josh O’Connor’s hosting gift promises an 11- or 12-year commitment and then ‘the saddest day of your life’
The ‘Wake Up Dead Man’ star makes his ‘SNL’ debut this weekend.
‘SNL’ gives us Melissa McCarthy as host for her 6th time, takes us to ‘Cousin Planet’
McCarthy as host? A bit low energy this time. Jost as Hegseth? Bombastic.
‘Sorry, the Rockefeller tree has a human star?’
Melissa McCarthy takes a break from her side hustle (thirty bucks an hour!) to promote her return to ‘SNL.’
Featured
Three years of Popculturology
Celebrate the anniversary of the beginning of The Omnicosm by subscribing or supporting the site.
5 more people who need to host ‘SNL’ again — and 3 more people who should never host again
It’s time for some favorites to return. And for some folks to make us miss them.
Let’s rank all 20 hosts of ‘SNL’ Season 50
Who do we want to see back next season? And who should never host again?
Ranking Reese’s Cups for the perfect Reese’s experience
I’ve teamed up with Gram’s Diner co-owner Kyle Burdick-Hayes to determine how to best get your fix of peanut butter and chocolate.
The Omnicosm
Every movie now stars Scarlett Johansson, McDonald’s gets Grinch-y and Pepperidge Farm celebrates National Cookie Day
Your weekly rundown of everything from Popculturology, Deep SNL Thoughts and Snackology.
Snack on some holiday Smartfood while you reminisce about the ‘Force Awakens’ trailer and dream of Robinson and Maron hosting ‘SNL’
Your weekly rundown of everything from Popculturology, Deep SNL Thoughts and Snackology.
Support The Omnicosm with Black Friday savings
An annual supporting subscription is the cheapest it’s ever been.
Thanksgiving Oreos terrorize, Pepsi Prebiotic crushes, and why does the live-action ‘Moana’ remake exist?
Your weekly rundown of everything from Popculturology, Deep SNL Thoughts and Snackology.