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Johnny Mac presents a packed edition of Daily Comedy News, starting with Joe Rogan's take on Kamala Harris' non-appearance on his podcast and the ensuing controversy. The episode covers announcements like Nate Bargatze's comedy cruise, Matt Rief and Paul Elia's new comedy series, and Amber Ruffin hosting the White House Correspondents' Dinner. Highlights include reviews of Amy Schumer's Netflix movie 'Kind of Pregnant,' insights from Desi Lydic on hosting The Daily Show, and Jo Koy's military tour.00:14 Joe Rogan's Podcast Controversy02:37 Nate Bartgetze's Comedy Cruise03:26 New Low Key Comedy Series03:57 Carol Liefer's Influence on Seinfeld04:36 Amber Ruffin to Host White House Correspondents Dinner05:16 Desi Lydic on Hosting The Daily Show06:17 Jo Koy's Military Base Tour06:47 Jack Whitehall and Prince Harry07:26 Amy Schumer's New Movie Reviews11:50 Personal Anecdotes and Reflections on Amy SchumerUnlock an ad-free podcast experience with Caloroga Shark Media! Get all our shows on any player you love, hassle free! For Apple users, hit the banner on your Apple podcasts app which says UNITERRUPTED LISTENING. For Spotify or other players, visit caloroga.com/plus. No plug-ins needed! You also get 20+ other shows on the network ad-free! This podcast supports Podcasting 2.0 if you'd like to support the show via value for value and stream some sats! https://linktr.ee/dailycomedynews Contact John at john@thesharkdeck dot com John's free substack about the media: Media Thoughts is mcdpod.substack.com DCN on Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dailycomedynews You can also support the show at www.buymeacoffee.com/dailycomedynewsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/daily-comedy-news--4522158/support.
Chris, Richard, and Hillary dig into the overlap between the election and entertainment as they dig into two long-running comedies with a political bent. Plus, Daily Show host Desi Lydic stops by to discuss finding humor in a nail-bitingly close race and the endless absurdity of a Donald Trump rally.
Movie recommendations or comments for us? Text us here!What's one phrase that could sum up the 2024 film Space Cadet, starring Emma Roberts and Tom Hopper? We thought "manatee gate with a bedazzler" said it all. That's right. Buckle up, folks. Buckle up. Florida Girl Rex put her dreams of working for NASA on hold when her mom got sick. Years later, after attending her class reunion, she realizes she's tired of pretending to be a ghost (not a metaphor) and tending bar. She wants to be an astronaut. She's got the smarts and the engineering talent, but none of the experience or education. Thankfully, her good friend Nadine is more than happy to edit her resume for her.Space Cadet is available on Amazon Prime (US). Email us at MadeMePodcast@gmail.comFind us on:Facebook: www.facebook.com/MadeMePodcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/myhusbandmademedoit/ Podcast artwork by Anna Eggleton of Treehouse Lettering & Design: https://www.treehouseletteringanddesign.com/
Hoda and Jenna give their opinions on some listeners' tricky social situations. Also, Karen Pittman discusses earning her first-ever Emmy nomination for her role in the hit series ‘The Morning Show.' Plus, style expert Paige DeSorbo reveals 4 major fashion trends to look out for this fall. And, Desi Lydic talks about her opportunity to host ‘The Daily Show,' after serving as a correspondent since 2015.
Desi Lydic has been a Senior Correspondent on Comedy Central's The Daily Show for nearly a decade. Earlier this year, Jon Stewart returned to the anchor desk on Mondays, and Lydic has been part of a rotating cast hosting the show Tuesday through Thursday, often in teams. This week, she'll been flying solo. Kara and Desi discuss how the Harris/Walz campaign has changed the vibe for the Indecision 2024 team (her message for Dad-joke aficionado Walz: stay in your lane!); how social media has impacted the late night landscape (including her Emmy-nominated series Foxsplains); whether there are any “off limits” topics in political comedy; and why Lydic wasn't prepared to love the anchor seat. Questions? Comments? Email us at on@voxmedia.com or find Kara on Threads/Instagram @karaswisher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
We are HERE, @EchoChamberFP https://www.instagram.com/echochamberfp/ is back for another week with a 'TWO Parter'!!! In 'Part ONE' we have two rom-coms, Sony Pictures Releasing, Olive Bridge Entertainment go Shakespear, and Stampede Ventures & Amazon MGM Studios venture to space. Cinephobia Releasing, Fae Pictures, Hawkeye Pictures & Téléfilm Canada have a coming of age drama, while we hot step with 6S Entertainment & Vision Films. THEN, dysfunctional emotions with Discordia Cine, Neon Heart Productions & Factory 25. In 'Part One' we have: Anyone But You Watch Review: Here. https://youtu.be/rgm6Mq1T-UM AMC Lincoln Square Theater, New York, World Premiere: 11th December 2023 US Theatrical Release Date: 22nd December 2023 UK Theatrical Release Date: 26th December 2023 US Digital Release Date: 20th February 2024 UK Digital Release Date: 5th July 2024 Director: Will Gluck Cast: Sydney Sweeney, Glen Powell, Alexandra Shipp, GaTa, Hadley Robinson, Michelle Hurd, Dermot Mulroney, Darren Barnet, Bryan Brown, Rachel Griffiths, Charlee Fraser, Joe Davidson Running Time: 103 min Cert: 15 Trailer: Here. https://youtu.be/gbjdSlTHFts?si=9gA-cSfotcmCJShO Website: Here. https://www.anyonebutyou.movie/ ---------------- Space Cadet Watch Review: Here. https://youtu.be/6wP6NkGa5Pw UK Digital Release Date: 4th July 2024 Director: Liz W. Garcia Cast: Emma Roberts, Sam Robards, Gabrielle Union, Tom Hopper, Kuhoo Verma, Poppy Liu, Desi Lydic, Sebastián Yatra, Dave Foley, Yasha Jackson, Andrew Call, Josephine Huang, Troy Iwata, Tomas Matos, Fergie L. Philippe, Alli Brown Running Time: 110 min Cert: 12a Trailer: Here. https://youtu.be/6wL3evhiN5k?si=DupT9gl7H-4oMeJ7 Website: Here. https://press.amazonmgmstudios.com/us/en/original-movies/space-cadet ---------------- Queen Tut Watch Review: Here. https://youtu.be/1tIdXWSnBZA Inside/Out Ottawa, World Premiere: 7th October 2023 Digital Release Date: 6th July 2024 Director: Reem Morsi Cast: Alexandra Billings, Ryan Ali, Thom Allison, Kiriana Stanton, Selena Vyle, Dani Jazzar, Mostafa Shaker, Al Maini, Dariush Zadeh Running Time: 91 min Cert: 15 Trailer: Here. https://vimeo.com/852750103 Website: Here. https://cinephobiareleasing.com/film/queen-tut/ ---------------- Dance Rivals Watch Review: Here. https://youtu.be/jxf-swNj5T4 Beverly Hills, LA, World Premiere: 14th July 2024 UK Digital Release Date: 16th July 2024 Director: Nayip Ramos Cast: Savannah Lee May, Maria Canals-Barrera, Ava Whitworth, Gunner Burkhardt, Laura Krystine, Hayden Summerall, Simmons Arnold, Mia Licosati, Bailey Sok, Josh Price, Jalen Forward, Bridge Barrera, Lilliana Ketchman, Jaheem Toombs, Blanche Arnold, Reece LaRocca, Felicity Schwab, Kylee Mellick, Deion John, Rhett Wellington, Bella Blanding, Kip Pierce, Lola Armendariz, Ken DuBois Running Time: 93 min Cert: 15 Trailer: Here. https://vimeo.com/929965113/a12eb49040?share=copy Website: Here. https://visionfilms.net/film-detail?id=abbe8ac3-2e19-ef11-82a0-0e4a64f8a357 ---------------- This Closeness Watch Review: Here. https://youtu.be/B5CYo6V6-K0 South by Southwest Film Festival, World Premiere: 10th March 2023 Theatrical Release Date: 7th June 2024 Digital Release Date: 3rd July 2024 Director: Kit Zauhar Cast: Kit Zauhar, Zane Pais, Jessie Pinnick, Ian Edlund, Kate Williams Running Time: 88 min Cert: 15 Trailer: Here. https://youtu.be/9UZcKly5v7g Website: Here. https://www.factorytwentyfive.com/this-closeness ---------------- *(Music) 'Da Joint' (Instrumental) by EPMD - 2020
In this episode of 92NY Talks, join the News Team of Comedy Central's Emmy Award-winning The Daily Show — Ronny Chieng, Jordan Klepper, Michael Kosta, and Desi Lydic — on politics, comedy, and their ongoing election year series, Indecision 2024. The conversation, moderated by CBS's Vladimir Duthiers, was recorded on June 12, 2024 in front of a live audience at The 92nd Street Y, New York.
Emmy Award-winning actor, Nick Offerman, and farmer and author, Helen Rebanks, join Desi Lydic to discuss how Helen's new book "The Farmer's Wife" highlights the work done by women that often gets overlooked. Also, Desi sits down with Oscar and Tony-nominated actress, Amy Ryan, as she breaks down her last-minute process to prepare for her Broadway role in “Doubt: A Parable.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jon Stewart calls out NJ Senator Robert Menendez for not using his position in government to make bank on the stock market like all his fellow lawmakers. Plus, Desi Lydic unpacks Biden's presidential debate challenge to Trump.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Desi Lydic provides an update on Trump's criminal trial, where his lawyers' attempts to discredit Michael Cohen turned into a roast of the former president. Plus, Sen. Menendez throws his wife under the bus at his corruption trial, and Josh Johnson weighs in on Virginia schools reinstating their Confederate namesakes. Turn your anxiety about the 2024 election into a toned bod with Joe Biden's Build Bods Better, the only full-body workout that utilizes the stress of watching the President speak to help you burn calories. Farmer and author Helen Rebanks and her farmhand, who happens to be Emmy Award-winning actor Nick Offerman, discuss Rebanks's book “The Farmer's Wife,” which celebrates the often-invisible work carried out by women around the world. They chat about the origins of their friendship, their favorite recipes, and how Offerman reconnects to his roots on the farm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Desi Lydic tackles Biden & Trump's feisty calls for a pre-election debate without worm-ridden opponent RFK Jr., Michael Kosta proposes we use the presidential debate as a geriatric fitness test, and King Charles sees red in his first portrait as king. Then Jordan Klepper and Ronny Chieng host a new segment called "Sports War," where they debate the hottest sports news including Caitlin Clark's WNBA debut, Olympic organizers dealing with a literal river of shit in Paris, the KC Chiefs kicker's misogynist commencement address, and Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter going to trial for embezzling from the LA Dodgers star. The only rule of Sports War? You're not allowed to agree on anything. And Academy Award and Tony-nominated actress Amy Ryan joins Desi to discuss receiving her third Tony Award nomination for playing Sister Aloysius in “Doubt: A Parable,” and having only one week to prepare for the Broadway role. Ryan also alludes to a major plot twist in her Apple TV+ series, “Sugar,” and how the show puts a spin on the classic noir detective narrative.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Desi Lydic reports on the latest updates from Trump's criminal trial, which has turned into a who's-who of wannabe vice presidents and political ass-kissers. Also, an art installation connecting New York and Dublin turns into utter chaos and ChatGPT debuts a flirty new voice to answer users that might just have Ronny Chieng and Josh Johnson sold on AI. Plus, Desi takes a look at how New York City Mayor, Eric Adams, became the clean-living, hard-partying, deep-thinking man he is today in The Daily Showography of Eric Adams: Philosopher King of New York. And filmmaker, writer, actor, and artist Miranda July shares how her new novel, “All Fours,” is a coming-of-age story for any woman in her 40s who has “secret desires and anxieties about those desires, and is wondering what's going on with her body and her marriage, and just her whole self.” She discusses how many of the topics covered in the novel, like perimenopause, traumatic childbirth, and female sexual freedom, often go undiscussed, and she explains the difference between a “driver” and a “parker.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A CBS News investigation found there are nearly 80 officials working in election oversight positions across seven swing states who either don't believe the 2020 election results, refuse to certify the election, have publicly supported the actions taken on January 6 or have pushed election conspiracies.All 32 NFL team schedules will be released Wednesday night. Bill Cowher, an analyst for "The NFL Today" on CBS, discusses the season aheadCelebrating its 60th anniversary, the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue features industry icons Kate Upton and Hunter McGrady on the cover. They join "CBS Mornings" to talk about the milestone and surprise Gayle with her very own cover. Drew Barrymore and Ross Mathews join "CBS Mornings" for Talk of the Table. Barrymore has a preview clip of her upcoming interview with Jennifer Connelly, where she discusses filming the motorcycle scene with Tom Cruise in "Top Gun: Maverick." Meanwhile, Mathews talks about a portal interactive art installation that features a 24/7 live stream camera and screen linking New York City and Dublin.Desi Lydic is a writer, producer and Emmy Award-nominated actress who currently serves as one of the hosts of "The Daily Show." She joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about how she landed her "dream job" and what she's learned from having conversations with people all over the country. Air Date: May 14, 2024See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
As a Senior Correspondent on “The Daily Show,” Desi Lydic has produced some truly crazy field pieces, none of which would have been possible without the rulebook created by the one and only Stephen Colbert. Watch her on “The Daily Show” airing weeknights on Comedy Central. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jordan Klepper recaps his favorite Met Gala looks, Putin puts on his own night of dictator opulence at his inauguration, and Troy Iwata weighs in on the disturbingly dirty details of Stormy Daniels's testimony during Trump's criminal hush money trial. Desi Lydic joins the “Idle Warriors,” a group focused on reporting idle vehicles for a cash reward. Plus, Lexi Freiman, author of “The Book of Ayn”, sits down with Jordan to discuss writing about narcissism and the benefits of cancel culture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rep. Andy Kim, New Jersey's 3rd District representative, sits with Ronny Chieng and Jordan Klepper to chat about navigating politcs as an Asian-American running for Senate and how he won a district that elected Trump to office. Also, Rep. Colin Allred of Texas' 32nd District joins Desi Lydic to discuss the importance of paternity leave and his run for Ted Cruz's Senate seat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Actress Alison Brie sits down with Desi Lydic to discuss her experience preparing for her roles in Peacock's "Apples Never Fall" and the new horror film, "Together." Plus, Vampire Weekend stops by to talk with Michael Kosta about their new album "Only God Was Above Us."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jordan Klepper and Ronny Chieng tackle Jesse Watters labeling Trump being forced to sit in a courtroom for eight hours a day as cruel and unusual punishment and Joe Biden's controversial claim that his uncle was eaten by "cannibals" in New Guinea. Plus, Desi Lydic gives live updates on Trump's endless string of gag order hearings. In today's world, you need a car where you can sit in the front seat and record yourself going on an unhinged rant. That's where Rant-A-Car comes in. You provide the rant, we'll provide the car. Also, Stephanie Kelton, bestselling author of “The Deficit Myth” and professor of economics and public policy, talks to Jordan and Ronny about changing our understanding of government spending through MMT, or Modern Money Theory. She also explains how the national deficit is not a number to be fearful of, but can be put to good use, and how government finance is far more flexible than you might think. Take a quick survey to help us improve The Daily Show: Ears Edition: https://cohst.app/tdsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jon Stewart unpacks Iran launching missiles at Israel and resident Civil War historian Donald Trump claiming to be the solution. Plus, with Trump's criminal trial beginning, Desi Lydic, Ronny Chieng, and Josh Johnson go head-to-head to decide which persecuted martyr he resembles most. Then, White House and National Security Correspondent, David E. Sanger, joins Jon to discuss his latest book, “New Cold Wars.” Sanger details how America's “arrogance” in the decades after the Cold War led to underestimating Russia's imperialistic plans, including its invasion of Ukraine, and how a similar pattern is unfolding with China. They also discuss how America's foreign policy track record might impact its role in simultaneous “new cold wars” with Russia and China.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Jordan Klepper dives into Trump's recent remarks about Nikki Haley and her husband, who might or might not be missing. Jordan then heads to South Carolina to ask Nikki Haley supporters what she can do to beat Trump and later hits a Trump rally to ask his supporters why they'll never vote for Haley. If Republicans are going to compromise with Democrats on the border crisis, they're going to need a new issue for Trump to run on. Thankfully, Jordan and Desi Lydic have a few ideas to enrage the masses –– from Taylor Swift, to drag queens, to basically anything with letters. And legendary rapper, Killer Mike, joins Jordan to discuss sweeping the major rap categories at the Grammys, how spirituality played a role in his award-winning album, "Michael," how the record is an extension of Run The Jewels, and why he encourages fellow activists to use community to effectively organize and mobilize.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jon Stewart kicks off his Daily Show Monday night residency by coming to grips with the reality of America's two chronologically challenged presidential candidates: Joe Biden and Donald Trump. Plus, the Best F**king News Team - Ronny Chieng, Desi Lydic, Jordan Klepper, Michael Kosta, and Dulcé Sloan - gauge voter opinions at the nucleus of American politics: a diner. And Editor-in-Chief of The Economist, Zanny Minton Beddoes, joins Jon Stewart to discuss President Joe Biden's 2nd term potential, the global spread of national conservatism, what former President Donald Trump doesn't understand about the NATO alliance, and the Republican divide over support for Ukraine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Desi Lydic & Jordan Klepper cover the latest in the news including Binance's CEO pleading guilty, Biden's cord-cutting proposal, and gender equality for crash test dummies. Plus, North Carolina Rep. Jeff Jackson talks about combatting outrage politics with explainer videos on TikTok and other social media platforms, how some members in Congress treat their jobs as “daily tryouts for the outrageous Olympics,” and why he wants to fight political corruption and gerrymandering as Attorney General of North Carolina.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Daily Show correspondent, Desi Lydic, had her week of guest hosting The Daily Show! She covers president Joe Biden's re-election campaign, Fox News firing Tucker Carlson, and the women-specific downsides to corporate America. Plus, Desi sits with her friend, producer and actress, Catherine Reitman, to discuss their first acting roles together and the final season of "Working Moms."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jordan Klepper and Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez discuss a program that addresses violence as a public health issue, as well as her take on Clarence Thomas accepting luxury gifts, the attack on abortion rights, and Donald Trump's indictment. Desi Lydic talks to Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg about safety and accountability in the transportation industry, culture wars, and what "woke" even means.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jordan Klepper, Desi Lydic, Michael Kosta, and Ronny Chieng talk about their journey to The Daily Show, their favorite celeb guest stories, and what it's like facing threats in the field in these After the Cut segments. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John Leguizamo slams Univision for its softball interview with Trump, and North Carolina Rep. Jeff Jackson talks to Desi Lydic and Jordan Klepper about combatting outrage politics with explainer videos on TikTok and other social media platforms and how some members in Congress treat their jobs as “daily tryouts for the Outrage Olympics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former Daily Show host Jon Stewart covers the annual Fox News coverage of the war on Christmas as Fox News aims to clear up the historical record on Santa Claus. Plus, Desi Lydic & Jordan Klepper head to the FOX News All American Christmas tree lighting to see who's been naughty and nice this year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Daily Show jumps back in time to this day in 2018 with host Trevor Noah. It's revealed that Russian trolls carried out aggressive operations meant to convince African Americans to vote in Trump's favor in the 2016 election. And, Dulcé Sloan gives her take on Russia's efforts to court black voters. Plus, need help talking to your racist family members this Christmas? Desi Lydic gets some tips from expert Dr. David Campt. And Trevor talks with Pusha T about the mission behind his Grammy-nominated album “Daytona,” what people misunderstand about rap beefs and his relationship with Kanye West.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kal Penn tackles Trump's NFT trading card fundraiser and COP-28's cop-out of a climate deal. Plus, Desi Lydic and Ronny Chieng weigh in on whether gerrymandering should be allowed by Democrats. Santa's been borrowing money for toys for 70 years and now it's time to pay up. With kids asking for more expensive gifts, Santa (Kal Penn) and his elf (Ronny Chieng) need to find a way to pay back the bank in time to save Christmas. And former NASA Astronaut Mike Massimino shares his challenging journey to becoming a NASA astronaut and the lessons that led to his book “Moonshot: A NASA Astronaut's Guide to Achieving the Impossible”, his thoughts on the existence of intelligent life in the galaxy, and the extensive potty training required to learn how to poop in space.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Charlamagne Tha God handles new fears of a Trump second term and George Santos's Cameo debut, and Desi Lydic reacts to a 70-year-old Ugandan woman giving birth. Plus, 2024 is going to suck, so before that nightmare begins, take a moment with Lewis Black to appreciate everything good that happened in 2023. And actor, writer, and comedian Robin Thede discusses playing a Christmas figurine in "Candy Cane Lane," trying to make Tracee Ellis Ross and Eddie Murphy break character on set, and which sketch she's most proud of from "A Black Lady Sketch Show."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Charlamagne Tha God tackles Congress voting George Santos out and Felicity Huffman discussing her college admissions scandal. Plus, Ronny Chieng, Desi Lydic, and Michael Kosta weigh in on Gavin Newsom and Ron DeSantis's fiery debate. Charlamagne then checks out people's Spotify Wrapped to see what's on everyone's playlist. Also, bestselling author S.A. Cosby shares why he decided to keep writing thrillers despite getting 63 rejections and explains how writing the novel “All the Sinners Bleed” differed from writing for the Audible Original “Brokedown Prophets.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Daily Show Host Jon Stewart recounts the trials and tribulations of gathering with family for Thanksgiving and how Thanksgiving has been overtaken by Black Friday. Then, Desi Lydic investigates why we even celebrate Black Friday. And, New Yorkers disprove Ronny Chieng's Thanksgiving opinions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Desi Lydic & Jordan Klepper cover the latest in the news including Binance's CEO pleading guilty, Biden's cord-cutting proposal, and gender equality for crash test dummies. And Is defending Christmas enough to get you on the nice list? Desi and Jordan head to FOX News All American Christmas tree lighting to investigate the war on Christmas. Plus, Univision had an opportunity to confront Trump on his hardline anti-Latino policies, and instead gave him a glowing review with softball questions. So why is the channel trusted by Latinos pandering to Trump ahead of the 2024 election? John Leguizamo bares it all in a new segment, "In My Opinion." And North Carolina Rep. Jeff Jackson talks to Desi Lydic and Jordan Klepper about combating outrage politics with explainer videos on TikTok and other social media platforms, how some members in Congress treat their jobs as “daily tryouts for the outrageous Olympics,” and why he wants to fight political corruption and gerrymandering as Attorney General of North Carolina.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.