Ep 2. Melissa McCarthy/Lady Antebellum

The second episode of season 37 of the long-running sketch comedy show Saturday Night Live features guest host Melissa McCarthy, best known for her roles in Bridesmaids and Mike & Molly. The musical guest for the episode is the Grammy Award-winning country music group Lady Antebellum.

As with most episodes of SNL, this one features a mix of sketches, musical performances, and Weekend Update segment. One notable sketch from this episode is "Arlene," a spoof of the CBS show The Talk in which McCarthy plays a loudmouthed, opinionated host named Arlene. The sketch highlights McCarthy's talent for physical comedy and her ability to play larger-than-life characters.

Another memorable sketch from the episode is "Taste Test," a commercial parody in which two couples participate in a taste test of a new snack food called "Fritos Pops." The sketch takes a dark twist as one of the couples becomes increasingly competitive and violent in their attempt to win the taste test. This sketch plays on SNL's reputation for taking seemingly innocent situations and turning them into absurdist, and often disturbing, scenarios.

The episode also features a recurring sketch called "The Comments Section" in which cast members read comments from online articles and social media posts while making fun of the commentators themselves. This sketch is a clear commentary on the toxicity of online discussions and the way in which people feel emboldened to say hurtful things from behind the veil of anonymity.

In addition to the sketches, the episode includes two performances from Lady Antebellum. The group performs their hit songs "Just a Kiss" and "We Owned the Night," showcasing their signature blend of country and pop music.

As with every episode of SNL, there are hits and misses throughout the show, but Melissa McCarthy's performance as host is a highlight. McCarthy is able to deliver both physical comedy and sharp wit in her sketches, and her energy helps to amp up the entire cast. Overall, this episode is a solid installment in the history of Saturday Night Live.