Ep 8. Jonah Hill/Mariah Carey

Jonah Hill returns to Saturday Night Live for his third time hosting, along with musical guest Mariah Carey in the show's 33rd season. Hill, known for his comedic roles in films such as Superbad and 21 Jump Street, brings his humor to the sketch comedy show once again.

The episode opens with a cold open sketch featuring Jason Sudeikis as Vice President Joe Biden, giving a speech about the recent controversy surrounding his inappropriate behavior with women. This sets the tone for the evening, as the writers tackle current events and pop culture with their signature humor.

Hill's monologue includes a surprise appearance from his long-time friend and collaborator, rapper Q-Tip. They reminisce about their early days in show business and share some of their favorite memories from working together. Throughout the rest of the show, Hill proves to be a versatile host, showing off his acting skills in a variety of sketches.

One sketch sees Hill playing a middle school math teacher whose lesson plan includes rapping equations to help his students learn. Another sketch features him as a contestant on the game show "What's That Name?" where he struggles to remember the name of an old acquaintance. This sketch is a highlight of the episode, with Hill's performance earning laughs from both the audience and his fellow cast members.

The show's musical guest, Mariah Carey, performs two songs throughout the episode. Her first performance is a holiday-themed medley of Christmas classics, complete with backup dancers dressed as reindeer. Her second performance is a rendition of her hit song "Touch My Body," which is well-received by the audience.

One of the most talked-about sketches from this episode is a digital short featuring Andy Samberg and Jonah Hill as two guys on a ski trip who are forced to confront their feelings for each other. The sketch, titled "The Date," is a hilarious take on romantic comedies and features some impressive skiing stunts.

Overall, Jonah Hill's third hosting stint on Saturday Night Live is a success. The show's writers play to his strengths as an actor and comedian, and the various sketches and performances throughout the evening keep the audience entertained. Mariah Carey's musical performances are also a welcome addition to the show.