The Daily Show: Ears Edition A Conversation with TDS | Jon Stewart & Team Talk Evolving the Show, Processing Trump 2.0 - FYC
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Jun 23, 2025 Jon Stewart and his team share insights on evolving political comedy for a digital age, especially as the 2024 election approaches. They humorously tackle the absurdity of current politics and the impact of social media on comedic content. The conversation highlights the creative processes behind their work and the importance of teamwork in shaping satire. Despite the divisive climate, they explore themes of kindness and hope, emphasizing the need for dialogue and resilience in today's society.
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Show Rewritten Overnight
- The Daily Show team completely rewrote their episode in a few hours after Elon Musk disrupted their planned content. - They impressively created new jokes, graphics, and sounds on the fly to deliver a strong show despite the chaos.
Trump News Cycle Intensity
- The Trump news cycle is an intentional nonstop onslaught, more intense now than before. - The show adapts to this pace, finding comedy even in unexpected moments like live events.
Handle Tragedy with Care
- Only address tragedy in comedy if you have something meaningful to contribute. - Avoid forcing jokes on tragic moments to respect the gravity and allow space for empathy.