The Cold Open • Extras Colin Jost shines in cut-for-time ‘SNL’ sketch ‘Epstein-Barr’ The ‘Weekend Update’ anchor almost made a rare appearance in a non-cold open sketch. Bill Kuchman Feb 3, 2026
Snackology • Thoughts for Food Little Debbie transforms into classic snack cakes into wildly cool ice cream sandwiches If you thought you loved Cosmic Brownies and Oatmeal Creme Pies, just wait until you try them with ice cream in the middle. Bill Kuchman Feb 3, 2026
The Omnicosm • From the Editor Deep SNL Thoughts is now The Cold Open New name. Same extensive ‘SNL’ coverage. Bill Kuchman Feb 3, 2026
Popculturology • Friday Newsletter End of an era as Best Buy abandons Blu-rays and DVDs The retailer is getting out of the physical media game. PLUS: How 'Rick and Morty' found its new voices, and trailers for 'Napoleon,' 'Anyone But You' and 'Monarch.' Bill Kuchman Oct 20, 2023
