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Guest Spotlight: Rep. Colin Allred, Sebastian Junger &  Ken Harbaugh

Guest Spotlight: Rep. Colin Allred, Sebastian Junger & Ken Harbaugh

Desi Lydic sits down with Texas’s 2nd District Representative Colin Allred to discuss his campaign for Senate seat against Ted Cruz, his plans for restoring women's reproductive rights, and the importance of paternity leave. Also, executive producers and writers, Sebastian Junger and Ken Harbaugh, join Desi to talk about their award-winning documentary film, “Against All Enemies.” They chat about the dangers of U.S. veterans joining domestic terrorist groups, how some January 6th participants were also former veterans, and how members of these groups tend to have a desire for combat that they may not have seen during their time in service.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
17:1907/04/2024
ICYMI: Jon Stewart Takes on AI & Desi Lydic Covers Truth Social's Tank and Women's Basketball's Popularity

ICYMI: Jon Stewart Takes on AI & Desi Lydic Covers Truth Social's Tank and Women's Basketball's Popularity

Jon Stewart covers how AI's plans to make our lives easier will actually lead us to a world that limits the need for human labor. Plus, Desi Lydic tracks Truth Social's 21% drop in stocks, Florida's new abortion limits, and how the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament is bringing more fans to the sport.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25:3606/04/2024
Trump's Nebraska Electoral Vote Play & The 2024 Solar Eclipse | Sebastian Junger & Ken Harbaugh

Trump's Nebraska Electoral Vote Play & The 2024 Solar Eclipse | Sebastian Junger & Ken Harbaugh

Desi Lydic unpacks Trump's attempt to change Nebraska's electoral vote system, why the New York Marathon is pissed at the MTA, and the upcoming solar eclipse. And Ronny Chieng and Jordan Klepper have a good old fashioned moon versus sun debate. And welcome to Trump elementary, the most prestigious educational institution of all-time, taught by the smartest man alive. From science and geography to math and Spanish, Donald Trump teaches your child everything they need to know. Plus, Sebastian Junger and Ken Harbaugh, executive producers and writers of the award-winning documentary film, “Against All Enemies,” sit down with Desi Lydic to discuss the wave of veterans joining extremist groups. Particularly popular for offering a sense of purpose and mission, they examine the danger of trained veterans participating in January 6th, domestic terrorist groups under the cover of political parties, and Trump’s blatant disrespect for veterans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23:4805/04/2024
Fox News Freaks Out Over Easter Falling on Trans Visibility Day | Alison Brie

Fox News Freaks Out Over Easter Falling on Trans Visibility Day | Alison Brie

Desi Lydic breaks down why Donald Trump and Fox News conservatives are losing their minds over Easter falling on the same day as Trans Visibility Day, and Michael Kosta finds a way to spin the negative news cycle into a win-win for both holidays. And what does the Baltimore Bridge collapse have to do with diversity, equity, and inclusion? Charlamagne tha God breaks down the weaponization of DEI to undermine minorities in earned positions, and how corporate America has used it as a band-aid for racism. Plus, actress Alison Brie stops by to discuss the mystery and dysfunctional family dynamics in her new Peacock series “Apples Never Fall,” how working with so many talented women on “GLOW” inspired her to do more behind the camera, and what it was like working so closely with her husband Dave Franco on “Together,” a horror film about a codependent couple.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
26:1904/04/2024
Desi Lydic Covers The Buzz Around Women’s Basketball | Rep. Colin Allred

Desi Lydic Covers The Buzz Around Women’s Basketball | Rep. Colin Allred

Desi Lydic dives into Trump’s billion-dollar loss on Truth Social, the future of abortion in Florida following two major rulings, and how the media can't stop talking about what a moment women’s basketball is having. Plus, Josh Johnson and Desi try to decipher what happened at the three-point line when North Carolina took on Texas. And New York City has lost millions of dollars thanks to ghost plates, a new way of obstructing your license plate to avoid ticketing. Michael Kosta teams up with the city’s most infamous ghost (plate) buster to expose drivers and even cops who have employed this innovative method in the newest Thank Me Later. Plus, Representative Colin Allred of Texas’s 32nd District sits down with Desi Lydic to discuss running for Senate against Ted Cruz, his plans to protect and restore women’s reproductive rights, the importance of paternity leave, and what’s at stake in the upcoming election.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
27:4303/04/2024
Jon Stewart On The False Promises of AI | Lina Khan

Jon Stewart On The False Promises of AI | Lina Khan

Jon Stewart tackles the AI revolution and how its creators are promising a better future while building technology to make human workers obsolete. Plus, Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan joins Jon Stewart to discuss her work with the “small but mighty” government agency in protecting Americans against unfair business practices. They discuss the agency’s antitrust lawsuit against Amazon, successes within the healthcare industry, and if there’s an arms race between tech companies to wield control over artificial intelligence.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
39:1602/04/2024
Leslie Jones On What's At Stake This Presidential Election

Leslie Jones On What's At Stake This Presidential Election

In this podcast exclusive, Daily Show contributor Leslie Jones and comedian Lenny Marcus discuss what's at stake this election and why people should head to the polls even if they don't love either candidate. Plus, Leslie unpacks the difference between an entertainer and a politician, and why she would never run for political office. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
26:0701/04/2024
Jim Sciutto On Talking With Russia and China | Byron Tau Chats Tech & Government Surveillance

Jim Sciutto On Talking With Russia and China | Byron Tau Chats Tech & Government Surveillance

Jordan Klepper sits with CNN anchor, chief national security analyst, and bestselling author, Jim Sciutto, to discuss his new book "The Return of Great Powers: Russia, China, and the Next World War." Plus, NOTUS Investigative reporter, Byron Tau, joins Jordan to talk about his new book, "Means of Control." They chat about how technology companies house our data and Tau offers tips that anyone can use to limit the amount personal information we give to these companies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24:2731/03/2024
Jon Stewart on Trump's $450 Million "Victimless" Crime | Jordan Klepper Covers GOP Reaction to Baltimore Bridge Collapse

Jon Stewart on Trump's $450 Million "Victimless" Crime | Jordan Klepper Covers GOP Reaction to Baltimore Bridge Collapse

Jon Stewart tackles Donald Trump's deadline to pay his $450 million bond and the myth being floated by right-wing media that Trump's tax fraud was a "victimless" crime. Plus, Jordan Klepper tackles Trump's new branded bibles, how right-wing media blamed the Baltimore Bridge Collapse on DEI, and Florida's social media ban. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23:1930/03/2024
Biden’s Blingy Fundraiser & Sam Bankman-Fried's Prison Time | Huey Lewis

Biden’s Blingy Fundraiser & Sam Bankman-Fried's Prison Time | Huey Lewis

Jordan Klepper covers Biden's star-studded fundraiser at Radio City Music Hall, crypto mogul Sam Bankman-Fried's prison sentencing, and the new congestion pricing that is enraging New Yorkers, except for Grace Kuhlenschmidt, who has a foolproof plan for avoiding any traffic fees. Daily Show contributor Leslie Jones returns for a new installment of "In My Opinion," where she tries to implore America not to make the catastrophic decision of electing Donald Trump. Plus, Music legend Huey Lewis sits down with Jordan Klepper to discuss his new Broadway musical “The Heart of Rock and Roll,” being part of the career defining “We Are the World,” fumbling through producing his own music videos, and deciding which iconic records from 1984 he would F**k, Marry, or Kill.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
32:2129/03/2024
How America Should Deal with Jan 6th Rioters and RFK Jr.'s VP Pick | Byron Tau

How America Should Deal with Jan 6th Rioters and RFK Jr.'s VP Pick | Byron Tau

Jordan Klepper reports on Ronna McDaniel’s short-lived stint at NBC News and the key question it raises: How should America deal with the people who denied the results of the 2020 election and stormed the Capitol on January 6th, 2021? Plus, Michael Kosta travels to Oakland, where RFK Jr. finally announces mega-donor tech billionaire and surfer Nicole Shanahan as his VP pick. But Jr.'s supporters seem just as unsure about Shanahan as they are about vaccines. Also, Jordan sits with NOTUS investigative reporter, Byron Tau, to talk about his new book, “Means of Control,” which explores the culture of surveillance created through a mass market of user data to track and target people for advertising and, in some cases, more nefarious purposes. Tau also offers basic steps anyone can take to reclaim some privacy and protect their information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
28:4628/03/2024
Jordan Klepper on Trump's Bible Grift and the GOP Reaction to the Baltimore Bridge Collapse | Jim Sciutto

Jordan Klepper on Trump's Bible Grift and the GOP Reaction to the Baltimore Bridge Collapse | Jim Sciutto

Jordan Klepper tackles Trump’s new branded Bibles and how right-wing media is rushing to blame the Baltimore bridge collapse on Democratic policy. Plus, Josh Johnson weighs in on Florida’s social media ban for children under 14, and what this means for the rising generation of schoolyard bullies. The Supreme Court’s latest abortion pill ruling exposes the Republican’s struggle to secure female voters while taking their rights away. Jordan Klepper dives into the GOP’s woman problem, and how they plan to win them back. Also, CNN anchor, chief national security analyst, and bestselling author, Jim Sciutto, joins Jordan Klepper to discuss his new book “The Return of Great Powers.” They discuss the importance of communication with Russia and China, the crisis of education on supporting NATO, and how we can learn from history to avoid a nuclear world war.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
32:4627/03/2024
Jon Stewart Deconstructs Trump’s "Victimless" $450 Million Fraud | Gary Clark Jr.

Jon Stewart Deconstructs Trump’s "Victimless" $450 Million Fraud | Gary Clark Jr.

Jon Stewart examines Donald Trump's deadline to come up with the $454 million bond in his civil fraud case, and deconstructs investment talking heads like Kevin O'Leary calling Trump's actions a "victimless crime." Plus, Gary Clark Jr. sits down with Jon to discuss his new album “JPEG RAW." He opens up about his candid new song “Habits,” collaborating with Stevie Wonder and George Clinton, and how time spent alone gave him the freedom to branch out musically.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24:2426/03/2024
Josh Johnson On His First Piece As Daily Show Correspondent

Josh Johnson On His First Piece As Daily Show Correspondent

In this podcast exclusive, the newest Daily Show Correspondent Josh Johnson and Daily Show writer Devin Delliquanti discuss what it's been like for Josh to transition from writer to correspondent, what the process was like for his first desk piece covering cookie monster and shrinkflation, and what it was like being roasted by a seventh grader for his first field piece. Josh also talks about the moments in his career that have humbled him and what he learned from touring with Trevor Noah.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
36:3825/03/2024
Jon Stewart on Interviewing Former Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf

Jon Stewart on Interviewing Former Pakistani President Pervez Musharraf

Jon Stewart recounts one of his most profound interviews with former Pakistan president Pervez Musharraf, and the unique precautions he had to take because of it. During the interview, Jon offers President Pervez Musharraf some tea and a Twinkie and then checks in with Stephen Colbert about the guest that made security insane at Colbert Report.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
14:5724/03/2024
Yuval Noah Harai Teaches Children about Evolution | Jane Marie On The World of Multi-Level Marketing

Yuval Noah Harai Teaches Children about Evolution | Jane Marie On The World of Multi-Level Marketing

Ronny Chieng chats with historian and bestselling author, Yuval Noah Harai, to discuss his new children's book called, "Unstoppable Us, Vol. 2: Why the World Isn't Fair." He shares with Ronny how evolutionary history helps explain children's behaviors, such as calling their moms if there's a monster under their bed or eating a bunch of sweets at once. Plus, Journalist and author Jane Marie sits down with Michael Kosta and Desi Lydic to discuss her new book “Selling the Dream,” which dives into the world of Multi-Level Marketing. They go deep into the allures of MLMs, the top-down recruitment system, how they prey on the underpaid women’s American dream, and the difficulty the FTC has in combating them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25:0223/03/2024
Jonathan Blitzer Talks U.S. Immigration Reform | Steven Levitsky On Improving Our Democracy

Jonathan Blitzer Talks U.S. Immigration Reform | Steven Levitsky On Improving Our Democracy

Jonathan Blitzer, staff writer at the New Yorker, joins Jon Stewart to discuss his book "Everyone Who Is Gone Is Here" and how varying political dynamics halt the progress of immigration reform in the United States. Then, Harvard University professor Steven Levitsky, co-author of the bestsellers “Tyranny of the Minority” and "How Democracies Die," joins Jon to talk about how the Founding Fathers shaped elected democracy through improvisation, the challenge of constitutional reform, and the importance of improving and evolving democratic institutions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
16:5722/03/2024
Murtaza Hussain & Yair Rosenberg On A Israel-Palestine Path to Peace

Murtaza Hussain & Yair Rosenberg On A Israel-Palestine Path to Peace

Jon Stewart sits with The Intercept's Murtaza Hussain & The Atlantic's Yair Rosenberg to hear their thoughts on a path to peace for Israel and Palestine. The journalists dissect the United State's involvement in the Middle East and also touch on how they retain a strong friendship even when their opinions don't align. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20:2821/03/2024
Joshua Green Talks New Book "The Rebels" | Lashana Lynch's Experience Filming "One Love"

Joshua Green Talks New Book "The Rebels" | Lashana Lynch's Experience Filming "One Love"

Jordan Klepper interviews bestselling author and Bloomberg Businessweek National Correspondent, Joshua Green. They talk about his latest book, "The Rebels," which highlights economic populists' effects on the democratic party and how Biden's progressive economic progress could help sway the 2024 election. Also, Jordan sits with actress, Lashana Lynch, to discuss her role as Rita Marley in "One Love" and what it felt like to meet the real Rita in person prior to filming.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19:1320/03/2024
Zanny Minton Beddoes on the 2024 Presidential Election | Melissa Murray & Kate Shaw On Trump’s Fight For Immunity

Zanny Minton Beddoes on the 2024 Presidential Election | Melissa Murray & Kate Shaw On Trump’s Fight For Immunity

Jon Stewart sits with Zanny Minton Beddoes, editor-in-chief of The Economist. They discuss President Biden's second term potential, Trump's lack of knowledge on NATO, and how both candidate's old age should keep them from running for president. Plus, Melissa Murray and Kate Shaw, co-hosts of the "Strict Scrutiny" podcast, join Jon to talk about how the justice system has been handling Trump's cases and the likelihood of him standing trial in the January 6th hearings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20:0019/03/2024
Desi Lydic and Troy Iwata on Auditioning for The Daily Show and Crafting Their On-Screen Personas

Desi Lydic and Troy Iwata on Auditioning for The Daily Show and Crafting Their On-Screen Personas

In this podcast exclusive, Desi Lydic sits with one of the newest news team members, Troy Iwata to discuss how they met on set of the movie 'Space Cadet,' their Daily Show audition process, how they crafted their Daily Show persona, and the sense of responsibility they feel to viewers. Plus, they reveal which famous Daily Show correspondent created a ten point list for how to shoot a successful field piece.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
38:4018/03/2024
David Alan Grier On “The American Society of Magical Negroes”| Renée  Elise Goldsberry On “Girls5eva”"

David Alan Grier On “The American Society of Magical Negroes”| Renée Elise Goldsberry On “Girls5eva”"

Tony Award-winning actor, comedian, and star of the new film “The American Society of Magical Negroes” David Alan Grier stops by to discuss how his latest project satirizes the “magical negro” trope in film and TV and his experience auditioning for those types of roles in Hollywood. Plus, Tony Award-winning actor and singer Renée Elise Goldsberry, who stars in the comedy series "Girls5eva" stops by to give a peek at what Season 3 has in store and how her music career is coming full circle with her debut album release later this year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18:2417/03/2024
Jon Stewart Unpacks GOP's 'Patriotic' Branding |  Desi Lydic & Michael Kosta Cover RFK Jr.'s Unexpected VP Contender

Jon Stewart Unpacks GOP's 'Patriotic' Branding | Desi Lydic & Michael Kosta Cover RFK Jr.'s Unexpected VP Contender

Jon Stewart covers Biden's State of the Union address, Sen. Katie Britt’s disastrous GOP kitchen rebuttal, and Republicans' claim that they are more American than non-Republicans because of their love of the Constitution, while also embracing Trump as dictator. Also, Desi Lydic and Michael Kosta cover RFK Jr. shortlisting Aaron Rodgers as his VP pick and the House passing a bill to ban TikTok.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25:5916/03/2024
Elon and Trump’s “Alpha” Male Struggle | Renée Elise Goldsberry

Elon and Trump’s “Alpha” Male Struggle | Renée Elise Goldsberry

Desi Lydic and Michael Kosta dive into Elon Musk taking his ball and going home after his interview with Don Lemon, Donald Trump painting himself as the "loneliest" president in history, and Boeing adding another airplane malfunction to the list. Plus, the Best F**kin' News Team cover's Russia's presidential "election." Kosta and Desi also report on the hottest new Florida travel destination: Fort Lauderdale, where things are getting so wild, kids are considering careers in law enforcement. Plus, Tony Award-winning actor and singer Renée Elise Goldsberry, who stars in the comedy series "Girls5eva" on Netflix, stops by to give a peek at what Season 3 has in store, share how the characters inspire her to keep dreaming and aspiring at any age, and how her music career is coming full circle with her debut album release later this year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
30:4915/03/2024
The House Votes to Ban Tik Tok | David Alan Grier

The House Votes to Ban Tik Tok | David Alan Grier

Desi Lydic and Michael Kosta weigh in on RFK Jr. shortlisting Aaron Rodgers as his VP pick, South Dakota governor Kristy Noem doing sponcon for a Texas dentist, and Ronny Chieng calls on America to step up its misinformation game after the House passed a bill to ban TikTok. Plus, from Elon Musk's anti-woke AI fail, to altered images of historical figures, Lewis Black has the solutions in the latest Back in Black. And Tony Award-winning actor, comedian, and star of the new film “The American Society of Magical Negroes” David Alan Grier stops by to discuss how his latest project satirizes the “magical negro” trope in film and TV, his experience auditioning for those types of roles in Hollywood, and the enduring legacy of “In Living Color.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
26:0614/03/2024
Desi Lydic & Michael Kosta Reenact Biden's Deposition | Jane Marie

Desi Lydic & Michael Kosta Reenact Biden's Deposition | Jane Marie

Desi Lydic and Michael Kosta celebrate Equal Pay Day and cover Lara Trump getting a job at the RNC with references from God and Donald Trump (in that order). Plus, after Special Counsel Robert Hur cites Biden's memory lapses during a five-hour testimony as proof that he's not mentally fit, Desi and Kosta attempt to paint a full picture with some Biden Testimony Theater. They also unpack the conspiracy theories around Kate Middleton’s whereabouts after the royal family’s photoshop flub. Plus, royal watcher Grace Kuhlenschmidt weighs in with updated photos of the missing Princess. Later, journalist and author, Jane Marie, discusses her new book “Selling the Dream,” which dives into the world of Multi-Level Marketing. She goes deep into the allures of MLMs, the top-down recruitment system, how they prey on underpaid women’s American dream, and the difficulty the FTC has in combatting them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
26:1613/03/2024
Jon Stewart Calls BS On The GOP's Performative Patriotism | Steven Levitsky

Jon Stewart Calls BS On The GOP's Performative Patriotism | Steven Levitsky

Jon Stewart unpacks Biden’s fired-up State of the Union and Sen. Katie Britt’s disastrous GOP kitchen rebuttal, then calls bulls**t on conservatives branding themselves the party of “true American patriots” and wrapping themselves in the Constitution, while their leader Trump's rhetoric sounds more like that of an undemocratic king. And Harvard University professor Steven Levitsky, co-author of the bestsellers “Tyranny of the Minority” and "How Democracies Die," joins Jon to talk about how the Founding Fathers shaped elected democracy through improvisation, the challenge of constitutional reform, and the importance of improving and evolving democratic institutions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
26:5512/03/2024
Michael Kosta On Trying To 'Find The Funny' While Filming in Eagle Pass, TX

Michael Kosta On Trying To 'Find The Funny' While Filming in Eagle Pass, TX

In this podcast exclusive, Daily Show Correspondent Michael Kosta and Segment Director Sebatian Ischer discuss their trip to Eagle Pass, Texas and whether the media's narrative around the border crisis is accurate, how Michael Kosta tries to find the funny when dealing with complex issues, how local residents are being impacted by the militarization at the border, and how conservatives are exploiting this issue. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
34:3211/03/2024
Chelsea Peretti Talks "First Time Female Director" | Awkwafina On “Kung Fu Panda 4”

Chelsea Peretti Talks "First Time Female Director" | Awkwafina On “Kung Fu Panda 4”

Comedian and actor, Chelsea Peretti, joins Ronny Chieng to discuss her directorial debut in her new film "First Time Female Director" and the challenges that come with making a movie. And actor and comedian, Awkwafina & Ronny Chieng flip roles in their chat about “Kung Fu Panda 4.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18:5810/03/2024
Jon Stewart On The "Migrant Crime" Narrative | Ronny Chieng Covers the Presidential Race

Jon Stewart On The "Migrant Crime" Narrative | Ronny Chieng Covers the Presidential Race

Jon Stewart covers Biden and Trump's trips to the Mexican border, the GOP's fear tactics, and the Democrats struggle to deliver on their values. Also, Ronny Chieng discusses Nikki Haley dropping out of the presidential race, Mitch McConnell's endorsement of Trump, and Jason Palmer winning the American Samoa primary. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22:5109/03/2024
US Airdrops Meals to Gaza & CDC Drops COVID Isolation Guidelines | Awkwafina

US Airdrops Meals to Gaza & CDC Drops COVID Isolation Guidelines | Awkwafina

Ronny Chieng dives into the CDC’s decision to drop COVID isolation guidelines, how the U.S. dodged blockades they funded to aid Gaza, and the TSA’s plan to make airport security even more annoying with self-service checkpoints. Plus, Troy Iwata reports from the New York subway system, where National Guards are conducting bag checks for some reason? And Eagle Pass, Texas has become the epicenter of the national immigration debate, but who are the real "invaders" of this community? Michael Kosta talks to residents of Eagle Pass who have had it with the right-wing media, politicians, and fearmongering Trump supporters taking over their town and jacking up their hotel prices. Plus, actor and comedian Awkwafina stops by to talk with her friend Ronny Chieng about the projects they’ve worked on together, including her latest film “Kung Fu Panda 4,” what it was like working with Jack Black, and her family’s place in the culinary history of Queens. Ronny even gives Awkwafina the chance to interview HIM about his iconic role as “Fish” in “Kung Fu Panda 4.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
28:5408/03/2024
Nikki Haley Drops Out As Race Between Biden and Trump Takes Shape | Chelsea Peretti

Nikki Haley Drops Out As Race Between Biden and Trump Takes Shape | Chelsea Peretti

Ronny Chieng reports on Super Tuesday, including Nikki Haley’s decision to drop out of the Republican race, Mitch McConnell endorsing Trump, and drama in American Samoa, where Democrats opted for the relatively unknown Jason Palmer over President Biden. Plus, Michael Kosta and Grace Kuhlenschmidt check in with updates on the uncommitted primary voters. And Ronny Chieng investigates the GOP's newest player, and explains how Trump has become a trailblazer for insanity in the Republican party. Plus, comedian and actor Chelsea Peretti stops by to chat about her directorial debut, the appropriately titled “First Time Female Director.” They discuss their bond as comics, the film premiering at the Tribeca Film Festival, and the most challenging parts of making a movie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22:5707/03/2024
Ronny Chieng Reports On Trump's AI Attempt to Lure Black Voters | Yuval Noah Harari

Ronny Chieng Reports On Trump's AI Attempt to Lure Black Voters | Yuval Noah Harari

Ronny Chieng explores the faux liberal policies of Kyrsten Sinema, who announced she's not seeking re-election, as well as the Trump team's push to court Black voters...with the help of A.I. Plus, Josh Johnson joins to discuss how Biden – and the Cookie Monster – are tackling shrinkflation on Sesame Street. Jordan Klepper heads to Raleigh for Super Tuesday to ask what Republicans will do if it once again comes down to Biden vs. Trump.And Historian and bestselling author Yuval Noah Harari joins Ronny Chieng to discuss his new children’s book, what evolutionary history can teach us about human responses like fears and cravings, and his concerns about AI and religions eventually being created by alien, non-human, intelligence.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
33:5606/03/2024
Jon Stewart Unpacks the GOP's "Migrant Crime" Narrative | Jonathan Blitzer

Jon Stewart Unpacks the GOP's "Migrant Crime" Narrative | Jonathan Blitzer

Jon Stewart discusses Biden and Trump’s recent visits to the Mexico border, how the GOP uses fear to advance their policy goals around immigration, and how the Democrats’ struggle to deliver on their espoused values. Plus, as SCOTUS unanimously rules in favor of Donald Trump, preventing states from kicking him off their ballot this election, Jon Stewart and Desi Lydic help Democrats get creative to prevent another Trump term. And Jonathan Blitzer, New Yorker staff writer and author of “Everyone Who Is Gone Is Here,” discusses with Jon Stewart the political dynamics at play that are preventing comprehensive immigration reform from getting passed in the U.S.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24:2205/03/2024
How Viral Videos Brought Grace Kuhlenschmidt To The Daily Show

How Viral Videos Brought Grace Kuhlenschmidt To The Daily Show

In this podcast exclusive, Grace Kuhlenschmidt, the newest member of The Daily Show news team, chats with segment director Sarah Hamblin about how her viral social media videos led her to The Daily Show. Grace also talks about the advice she got from former correspondents, her audition process, and how she hopes to bring a queer perspective to the show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
26:5004/03/2024
Sloan Krosley on Grieving a Friend | Rex Chapman Talks Bouncing Back from Addiction

Sloan Krosley on Grieving a Friend | Rex Chapman Talks Bouncing Back from Addiction

Michael Kosta sits with bestselling author, Sloane Krosley, to discuss her new book "Grief is for People," and how her book helps fill the gap in the lack of resources available to those who lost a friend. Also, former NBA player and "Owned" podcast host, Rex Chapman, talks about his memoir "It's Hard for Me to Live With Me." He shares his journey growing up as a basketball star, his battles with addiction, and how taking better care of his mental health helped him manage demons as he got older. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
25:0203/03/2024
Jon Stewart Tackles Israel - Palestine & Michael Kosta On Biden's Ice Cream Shop Press Conference

Jon Stewart Tackles Israel - Palestine & Michael Kosta On Biden's Ice Cream Shop Press Conference

Jon Stewart covers the war in Gaza and suggests possible solutions to end the conflict. Plus, Michael Kosta gives us the scoop on Biden discussing a ceasefire in Gaza from the comfort of an ice cream parlor, CPAC's concert to celebrate Trump "winning" the 2020 election, and he and Ronny Chieng discuss Wendy's new surge pricing model.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20:5102/03/2024
Trump's SCOTUS Immunity Play & GOP Walks Back IVF Stance | Rex Chapman

Trump's SCOTUS Immunity Play & GOP Walks Back IVF Stance | Rex Chapman

Michael Kosta dives into the uncertainty of IVF following an Alabama Supreme Court ruling and a proposed FDA plan to label “healthy foods.” Also, Desi Lydic joins to discuss the Supreme Court’s decision to delay ruling on Trump’s immunity –– which is totally not politically motivated or anything. Dulcé Sloan stops by and dubs February 29 as “Black Women’s History Day,” a time to honor Black female history makers like Dr. Shirley Jackson, Kamala Harris, Lisa Leslie, and her own mom. Plus, former NBA player and “Owned” podcast host Rex Chapman sits down with Michael to discuss his new memoir “It’s Hard for Me to Live With Me,” which covers his time as a basketball star, his relationship with his father, and the road to recovery from addiction. He also shares his advice for young athletes and those struggling with addiction.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
32:5501/03/2024
Michigan Dems Protest Vote & SCOTUS Tackles Bump Stock Ban | Sloane Crosley

Michigan Dems Protest Vote & SCOTUS Tackles Bump Stock Ban | Sloane Crosley

Michael Kosta dives into the Supreme Court’s debate on whether bump stocks should be included in a machine gun ban, a lackluster Willy Wonka experience in Glasgow, and Joe Biden’s shocking performance in the Michigan primary. Plus, Jordan Klepper joins to offer up an additional Michigander point of view. The US Government’s Chief Neurologist, Dr. Dennis Lowry Stein (Troy Iwata), brings us behind the scenes on how he evaluates the mental fitness of America’s aging leaders, like Trump, Biden, Pelosi, and McConnell. Also, bestselling author Sloane Crosley sits down with Michael Kosta to discuss her latest book about grief, after suffering the loss of a close friend to suicide. They examine the lack of resources for grieving a friend, interpreting grim events through a lens of laughter, and fond memories of a long impactful friendship.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
28:3629/02/2024
Michael Kosta Covers Biden Talking Ceasefire Over Ice Cream & CPAC's Panels Sound Insane | Kwame Alexander

Michael Kosta Covers Biden Talking Ceasefire Over Ice Cream & CPAC's Panels Sound Insane | Kwame Alexander

Michael Kosta has the scoop on Biden’s ice cream shop press conference on Gaza, and why this year’s Conservative Political Action Conference felt like the worst rock concert ever. Plus, Ronny Chieng places his bets on Baconators after Wendy’s announces new surge pricing. Championing liberal ideas, conservative ideas, and every conspiracy theory known to man, Robert F. Kennedy is still somehow the strangest candidate running for president. But how did he get here? This is the DailyShowography of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Also, bestselling author and Emmy-winning producer Kwame Alexander stops by to talk about his latest anthology of Black poets, called “This Is the Honey,” and how it is a way for any reader to explore the love and triumphs of a Black experience, not just tragedy. Alexander also gives Michael Kosta advice for raising daughters and reads a poem from his memoir, “Why Fathers Cry at Night.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
31:0428/02/2024
Jon Stewart On Israel - Palestine | Murtaza Hussain & Yair Rosenberg

Jon Stewart On Israel - Palestine | Murtaza Hussain & Yair Rosenberg

Jon Stewart weighs in on the war in Gaza and offers up a solution for ending the conflict. He also sits with the Intercept’s Murtaza Hussain and The Atlantic's Yair Rosenberg to discuss solutions for peace between Israel and Palestine, the United States’ involvement in the Middle East, and how the two journalists can have honest conversations even when they disagree. Plus, Jon Stewart bids a tearful goodbye to Dipper, his best boy and Daily Show OG. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
38:4927/02/2024
Michael Kosta On Having Jon Stewart As His Monday ‘Opener’

Michael Kosta On Having Jon Stewart As His Monday ‘Opener’

In this podcast exclusive, Daily Show Correspondent Michael Kosta and Segment Director Sarah Hamblin discuss Kosta’s first experience sharing the desk with Jon Stewart, his Michigan upbringing, and what life lessons he learned from his recent piece in climate safe haven, Duluth, Minnesota.       See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
26:2826/02/2024
Danai Gurira on "The Walking Dead" Spinoff | Jason Isbell Discusses His Album "Weathervanes"

Danai Gurira on "The Walking Dead" Spinoff | Jason Isbell Discusses His Album "Weathervanes"

Host Desi Lydic sits with actress, Danai Gurira, to discuss her role co-creating and executive producing the AMC spinoff "The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live" and the purpose behind her organization Love Our Girls. Desi also chats with Grammy-winning musician, Jason Isbell, to discuss his new album "Weathervanes" and how he found inspiration while filming "Flowers of the Killer Moon."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22:0025/02/2024
Jon Stewart Responds to Media Backlash & Desi Lydic Covers the Republican Presidential Candidates

Jon Stewart Responds to Media Backlash & Desi Lydic Covers the Republican Presidential Candidates

Jon Stewart responds to those criticizing his take on Joe Biden and Donald Trump, then seeks mentorship from "journalist" Tucker Carlson. Plus, Desi Lydic covers Nikki Haley's announcement that she's continuing her presidential campaign despite her low poll numbers and Donald Trump's promos for his new branded cologne and sneaker line.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23:2124/02/2024
Nikki Haley's Misleading "Moderate" Reputation | Jason Isbell

Nikki Haley's Misleading "Moderate" Reputation | Jason Isbell

Desi Lydic explores Nikki Haley’s campaign against Trump, and how she’s become characterized as the "moderate" candidate despite her staunchly conservative, and even extreme, policies. Meanwhile Beyoncé becomes the first Black woman to top the country charts, a new report gives more details about Commander Biden's White House biting spree, and Troy Iwata enjoys an unplugged morning thanks to a major AT&T outage. And Grammy-winning musician Jason Isbell discusses his latest album “Weathervanes,” sharing his method for approaching songwriting and how past real-life experiences and political issues like gun control inspire his songs. Isbell also reflects on his first experience acting on the set of Martin Scorsese’s “Killers of the Flower Moon” and how filming inspired the songwriting on his latest album.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
28:0223/02/2024
Fox News Reacts to FBI Informant Arrest | Maite Alberdi

Fox News Reacts to FBI Informant Arrest | Maite Alberdi

Desi Lydic dives into Trump’s Laura Ingraham Town Hall and how Biden’s impeachment case is falling apart after informant, Alexander Smirnov, was revealed to be lying to the FBI. Plus, Jordan Klepper weighs in with some political analysis on Biden’s ability to be both a doddering old man and a criminal mastermind simultaneously. If climate change soon renders parts of the U.S. uninhabitable, then where are all the coastal elites supposed to go? Michael Kosta takes a trip to Duluth, Minnesota, the city of the future, to investigate how Californian climate refugees and displaced New Yorkers might fare in this snowy sanctuary city. And Maite Alberdi, director of the Academy Award-Nominated documentary film “The Eternal Memory,” talks to Desi about the five-year-long process of making this intimate film about a husband and wife living with the husband’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis, why she chose to tell this as a non-linear love story rather than a story about deterioration, and how this journey taught her first-hand about the importance of integrating people with dementia-related illnesses and their caregivers into society.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
29:1722/02/2024
Desi Lydic Reports On Alabama's New Reproductive Law | Danai Gurira

Desi Lydic Reports On Alabama's New Reproductive Law | Danai Gurira

Desi Lydic dives into Nikki Haley's struggle to remind people she's still running for President, Trump's ludicrous comparisons to Alexei Navalny, and his latest grifts which include a shoe line and fragrances. Plus, Josh Johnson chats with some sneakerheads to see if Trump's new sneakers pass the eye test. Also, a new ruling in Alabama says that all unborn children, even frozen embryos, qualify as people under state law. Desi breaks down the implications for abortion rights and people going through IVF, while Ronny Chieng celebrates his new low-maintenance tax write-off. And “The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live” star, Danai Gurira, chats about co-creating and executive producing the new spinoff AMC miniseries, continuing the journey of Michonne and Rick Grimes, how “The Walking Dead” connects families across generations, and founding Love Our Girls to advocate and celebrate women and girls around the world.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23:5921/02/2024
Jon Stewart on Tucker Carlson's Putin Interview | Melissa Murray and Kate Shaw

Jon Stewart on Tucker Carlson's Putin Interview | Melissa Murray and Kate Shaw

In response to online backlash over his criticism of Joe Biden last week, Jon studies Tucker Carlson's interview with Vladimir Putin in Russia for a lesson in speaking "of course" to power. Plus, Michael Kosta reports from North Korea to demonstrate how nice life under a dictatorship can be. And constitutional experts and “Strict Scrutiny” podcast co-hosts, Melissa Murray and Kate Shaw, join Jon to discuss Donald Trump’s “platinum due process plan” and the judicial system’s handling of the cases against Trump. The law professors also discuss the threat of Trump’s presidential immunity and whether the former president will ever stand trial for the Jan. 6th insurrection.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
24:2720/02/2024
Jordan Klepper Dishes On The Latest Trump and Haley Rallies

Jordan Klepper Dishes On The Latest Trump and Haley Rallies

In this podcast exclusive, Daily Show contributor Jordan Klepper and supervising producer Ian Berger dish on all the behind-the-scenes moments from the latest Trump and Haley rallies in South Carolina, what didn’t make it into the piece, and what it's like to have Jon Stewart back in the building.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
36:5319/02/2024
Killer Mike Sweeps the Grammys with "Michael"| Cord Jefferson Unpacks "American Fiction"

Killer Mike Sweeps the Grammys with "Michael"| Cord Jefferson Unpacks "American Fiction"

Host Jordan Klepper chats with rapper Killer Mike about his recent sweep at the 2024 Grammys for his album "Michael," how working on this project brought him closer to God, and his efforts to encourage activists to take action in their communities. Plus, writer and director Cord Jefferson joins Klepper to discuss the success of his film, "American Fiction," and the power of leaning into art that makes us uncomfortable. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19:0518/02/2024