Episode

198. Sarah Sherman Returns: If Chucky Went to Sarah Lawrence

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Mike Birbiglia's Working It Out

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Jan 12, 2026

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3125

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Summary

This week, SNL’s Sarah Sherman returns on the heels of the release of her new HBO special, “Live + In the Flesh.” Sarah and Mike discuss why Sarah goes to therapy three times a week, which SNL cast member Sarah is jealous of, and the difference between Sarah Sherman and her stage persona Sarah Squirm. Plus, the Weekend Update character that Lorne Michaels himself thought of for Sarah to play.