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All Sides - 6-18-2025 B - Rock and Roll Hall of Fame exhibit explores SNL's impact on comedy, politics and music
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland devotes a major exhibition to the 50th anniversary of Saturday Night Live, the irreverent late-night show that pokes fun at everyone, from politicians to weekly newsmakers.
The long-running show has also been a showcase for established and up-and-coming musical talent.
One of the show's signature elements has been its take on political comedy.
On this hour of All Sides, we'll discuss the Rock Hall's new exhibit and how the show has impacted comedy, politics and music.
Guests:
Amanda Pescenye, director of curatorial affairs, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Amy Becker, professor of communication and media, Loyola University Maryland
Matt Sienkiewicz, professor of communications and international studies, Boston College
The long-running show has also been a showcase for established and up-and-coming musical talent.
One of the show's signature elements has been its take on political comedy.
On this hour of All Sides, we'll discuss the Rock Hall's new exhibit and how the show has impacted comedy, politics and music.
Guests:
Amanda Pescenye, director of curatorial affairs, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Amy Becker, professor of communication and media, Loyola University Maryland
Matt Sienkiewicz, professor of communications and international studies, Boston College
June 18, 2025