The Precap | Desi Lydic on the Met Gala, the Kentucky Derby, and Meeting Meryl Streep

In this episode of The Precap, host Nicole Conlon sits down with guest Desi Lydic to recap the week's most notable events with a mix of humor and sharp commentary. The conversation kicks off with Lydic's electrifying encounter with Meryl Streep on Jimmy Kimmel Live, where she not only met the legendary actress but received a heartfelt compliment and hug—leaving Lydic utterly starstruck. The discussion then turns to the historic Kentucky Derby, celebrating the first win by a female trainer, Cherie DeVoe, with her horse Golden Tempo, and the quirky, memorable horse names like Dan and Bourbon. Lydic also shares personal anecdotes from her Kentucky wedding, complete with a Churchill Downs call to the post and a Godzilla-themed exit. The episode dives into political chaos in Louisiana, where the Supreme Court ruled against a racial gerrymander, yet the governor delayed implementing the decision mid-voting period—causing confusion and outrage. A satirical take on the king of England’s visit, where he chastised U.S. lawmakers on checks and balances, adds to the absurdity. Meanwhile, the Fifth Circuit Court’s restriction on mifepristone access sparks concern, though the Supreme Court has temporarily stayed the ruling. The episode also covers Spirit Airlines’ sudden collapse, the emotional retirement of a pilot who was stranded mid-flight, and the heartwarming rescue of a humpback whale named Timmy from a German cave, funded by billionaire donors. The segment closes with a lighthearted look ahead to the Met Gala, with Lydic joking about Jeff Bezos being required to wear Amazon-branded attire, and a recommendation for the documentary *Tim’s Vermeer* and the hilarious musical *Titanic*.