Sorry you’re putting yourself out for a very silly cause (Reince Preibus has infinitely more to do with rising fascism than Substack), but I love you, and this project, so I’ve already ponied up for a subscription!
I have been wanting to go through the first five seasons for a very long time, and did actually start going through them but stopped around ep 6 or 7. One thing I’m hoping you’ll highlight during the first season is how SNL and its target audience perceived the upcoming Bicentannial. Loudon Wainright III is the most pertinent example, but it always seems to be lurking around.
I would also strongly recommend Michael Gerber’s writings on his American Bystander Substack (he hates corporate’s stance too! The both of you could bond over it!). Lots of very interesting history of the writers and performers, and where the Lampoon style of comedy was coming from, where it led to, and whether satire actually makes a difference. I think you’d like it a lot!
Howdy!
Sorry you’re putting yourself out for a very silly cause (Reince Preibus has infinitely more to do with rising fascism than Substack), but I love you, and this project, so I’ve already ponied up for a subscription!
I have been wanting to go through the first five seasons for a very long time, and did actually start going through them but stopped around ep 6 or 7. One thing I’m hoping you’ll highlight during the first season is how SNL and its target audience perceived the upcoming Bicentannial. Loudon Wainright III is the most pertinent example, but it always seems to be lurking around.
I would also strongly recommend Michael Gerber’s writings on his American Bystander Substack (he hates corporate’s stance too! The both of you could bond over it!). Lots of very interesting history of the writers and performers, and where the Lampoon style of comedy was coming from, where it led to, and whether satire actually makes a difference. I think you’d like it a lot!