The Daily Show: Ears Edition TDS Time Machines | New York Mayors, and Their Scandals
Nov 2, 2025
Join former New York City Mayor Rudolph Giuliani, a polarizing political figure, and current Mayor Eric Adams as they delve into the fascinating world of NYC scandals. They navigate topics like the absurdity of pizza etiquette and bizarre groundhog incidents, alongside serious discussions on education reform, crime reduction, and police accountability. Adams shares his vision for affordable housing and combatting segregation in schools. Together, they explore the intersection of governance and the quirky essence of New York's political landscape.
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Campaign Trail Tales
- Rudolph Giuliani recounts campaigning experiences across early primary states like Iowa and New Hampshire and jokes about political theater.
- He frames campaigning as grueling but driven by conviction to serve the country.
Constitution Over Convenience
- Michael Bloomberg emphasizes constitutional rights when defending controversial private property decisions like building a mosque.
- He argues public discomfort shouldn't override free speech and religious freedom on private land.
Pizza Etiquette Moment
- Bill de Blasio is confronted with viral footage of him eating pizza with a knife and fork and the hosts mock the behavior.
- De Blasio playfully defends New York pizza culture while joking with Jon Stewart.