The Daily Show: Ears Edition

Sports War: 2024 Olympics | Investigating America’s Gerontocracy

Aug 28, 2024
Ronny Chieng, a comedian from 'The Daily Show,' and Michael Kosta, a former professional tennis player, hilariously clash over the 2024 Paris Olympics, debating LeBron's gold ambitions and the standout moves of Australian B-girl Raygun. Grace Kuhlenschmidt teams up with neuroscientist Mark Fisher to delve into the troubling effects of gerontocracy on politics, exploring cognitive testing for leaders and the challenges of aging in power. Humor meets serious insights in a lively discussion of sports and governance.
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