The Daily Show: Ears Edition Carter Funeral Guest List, Politicizing LA Fires, Sports War: Bonuses vs. Ratings
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Jan 10, 2025 A quirky reunion at Jimmy Carter's funeral has former presidents facing off against each other. Wildfires in LA stir controversy as DEI initiatives take the blame. Desi and Jordan debate the absurdity of sports bonuses versus ratings, digging into the strange world of athlete incentives. Actress Marianne Jean-Baptiste shares insights about her powerful roles and the art of vulnerability in performance. The conversation wraps up with a call to support the California Fire Foundation, linking community and responsibility.
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Carter's Funeral Reunion
- Trump, Biden, Obama, Bush, and Clinton all attended Jimmy Carter's funeral.
- This marked a rare, awkward reunion of political rivals, highlighting Carter's broad influence.
Wildfire Blame Game
- Conservatives blame DEI initiatives and environmental regulations for the LA wildfires.
- Trump wrongly attributed water shortages to protecting smelt, a small fish.
Kosta's Firefighting
- Michael Kosta satirically offers to fight the LA fires, mocking the idea that only straight white men are capable.
- He jokes about his qualifications, highlighting the absurdity of the argument.