Desus & Mero Season 1 Episode 78 Tuesday, March 21, 2017
- TV-MA
- 22 min
Desus and Mero is a talk show that features two Bronx natives, Desus Nice and The Kid Mero, as they give their unique take on the day's news and pop culture. In season 1 episode 78, which aired on Tuesday, March 21, 2017, the hosts did what they do best - serving up hilarious commentary and witty banter on a variety of topics.
The show began with the hosts discussing the recent NCAA March Madness tournament, joking about the upsets and the inevitable disappointment of filling out a bracket. They then moved on to talk about the latest news in politics, sharing their thoughts on the confirmation hearing of Supreme Court Justice nominee Neil Gorsuch and the ongoing investigations into Russian interference in the 2016 US Presidential election.
After the heavy political talk, Desus and Mero lightened the mood by discussing the latest celebrity news, including the announcement of Beyonce's pregnancy with twins and the hilarious mix-up at the Academy Awards where the wrong film was announced as the winner of Best Picture. The hosts also shared their thoughts on the recent trend of celebrities creating their own fashion lines, with Desus hilariously calling out A$AP Rocky's line as "just clothes that he would wear."
The show then transitioned to its signature segment, "The Bodega Boys", where Desus and Mero answer questions from viewers on social media. The hosts tackled a variety of topics, including advice on how to break up with someone, the proper way to make a bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich, and whether or not it's appropriate to wear a hat at a funeral.
The episode concluded with the hosts playing a game called "Fake Irish Name or Not?" in honor of St. Patrick's Day. The game involved Desus and Mero trying to guess if a name was a legitimate Irish name or a made-up one, with hilarious results.
Throughout the episode, Desus and Mero showed off their signature humor and wit, offering a unique and entertaining take on the day's news and pop culture. With its irreverent humor and fresh take on talk show format, Desus and Mero has become a fan favorite, making this episode a must-watch for anyone looking for a good laugh.