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“L'épisode de trop” meme: meaning, origin and common card

"The episode too far" refers to the 2015 backlash around "Salut les Geeks," the show hosted by Mathieu Sommet, when a segment was deemed transphobic by part of the audience.

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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “L'épisode de trop” is a common card of the Cancel & Dramas pack, number 113 of the collection, and the 81st best-known meme of its 117 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.

What does the “L'épisode de trop” meme mean?

This meme describes content that crosses a line and forces its creator to publicly justify themselves. It's used to talk about a comedy segment that ages badly, or to sum up the moment a previously well-liked show gets criticized over one specific misstep.

Where does the “L'épisode de trop” meme come from?

"Salut les Geeks" is a show hosted by Mathieu Sommet, a figure of French online video best known for creating the character Joueur du Grenier. In 2015, a segment of the show was deemed transphobic by part of the audience, sparking controversy. Mathieu Sommet then had to publicly explain the aired content, an episode that fit into a series of controversies surrounding the show at the time and that is still cited when discussing the format's past missteps.

  1. 2015a segment of Salut les Geeks is deemed transphobic, Mathieu Sommet has to explain himself

How to use the “L'épisode de trop” meme

  • Calling a comedy segment that crosses a line "the episode too far."
  • Referencing Salut les Geeks for a well-liked show caught up by a one-off controversy.
  • Using it when a host has to publicly address past content.

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The “L'épisode de trop” card in MyMemeCards

L'épisode de trop card
NumberNo. 113
RarityCommon
CollectionCancel & Dramas pack
Fame50/100 · #81 of 117
Recycle value5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny)
Rarities of the Cancel & Dramas pack: 117 cards
  • Common4236%
  • Rare3429%
  • Epic2421%
  • Legendary1311%
  • Mythic32.6%
  • Full Art10.9%

How to get the “L'épisode de trop” card

Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; L'épisode de trop comes out of the Cancel & Dramas pack as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.

Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.

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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details

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Frequently asked questions

What is Salut les Geeks' "episode too far"?

It refers to the 2015 backlash where a segment of the show was deemed transphobic, forcing Mathieu Sommet to publicly explain himself.

Who is Mathieu Sommet?

Mathieu Sommet is a figure of French online video, best known for creating the character Joueur du Grenier.

Why did this Salut les Geeks segment cause controversy?

Because part of the audience deemed it transphobic, which pushed Mathieu Sommet to publicly address the aired content.

How do I get the L'épisode de trop meme card?

Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “L'épisode de trop” is a common card of the Cancel & Dramas pack. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.

How rare is the L'épisode de trop card?

It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.

Sources: Mathieu Sommet — Wikipédia · checked on October 30, 2026.

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