"It’s a Mediaopoly": SNL’s Animated Satire on Media Control

Saturday Night Live (SNL) is known for pushing boundaries with its sharp satire, and one of its most memorable animated sketches is “It’s a Mediaopoly.” A darkly humorous take on the power of media conglomerates, this animated short.

The animation style allows for exaggerated, often absurd representations of media moguls, making the critique both comical and pointed.

In the context of the early 2000s, when media consolidation was a growing concern, "It’s a Mediaopoly" resonated with audiences as a biting commentary on the media’s influence.

This aired once, and was banned. I wonder why?