Bowen Yang Thinks SNL Cast Should Be Able Say ‘S—‘ and ‘F—‘ On Air

Bowen Yang, a cast member on “Saturday Night Live,” recently made a bold proposal to add more explicit language to the show. During an episode of his podcast “Las Culturistas,” Yang suggested that the cast should be allowed to say at least five “shits” and five “fucks” per season on “SNL.”

Yang’s proposal stems from a desire for more creative freedom and comedic power on the long-running sketch comedy show. He referenced a recent moment on the show where a bit from cast member Ego Nwodim led the studio audience to shout the word “shit,” which Yang described as his “favorite moment in televised history.”

Expressing frustration at the restrictions placed on language at “SNL,” Yang called for an exception to be made for the show, especially in light of the changing political landscape. He argued that allowing the use of more explicit language would elevate the comedy and bring a new level of humor to the sketches.

Amy Poehler, a former cast member and guest on the podcast, suggested a novel idea of monetizing the swear words and turning it into a voting competition similar to “American Idol.” Yang also proposed the idea of creating a legal defense fund in case the show faced any repercussions for using explicit language.

While some argue that the limitations on language add comedic tension, Yang believes that the ability to use explicit language would enhance the comedic value of the sketches. He pointed out the inconsistencies in what words are allowed on the show, noting that “ass” is acceptable but “asshole” is not.