The Daily Show: Ears Edition TDS Time Machine | The Go F*ck Yourself Choir
Jul 27, 2025
Join the uproarious Go F*ck Yourself Choir as they take on corporate cowardice and media hypocrisy. Jon Stewart hilariously critiques Fox News, addressing their backlash and comparing it to an autoimmune disorder. The choir responds to threats against creators of South Park while shedding light on Obamacare's shaky rollout. With a nod to late-night challenges, the conversation mixes comedy with a call for courage in the face of political bullying, highlighting the thin line between satire and censorship.
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Jon Stewart's Self-Response
- Jon Stewart shares a story of seeing Fox News call him out, then realizes he's responding to himself.
- This self-awareness adds humor to his critique of media hypocrisy.
Comedy as Social Commentary
- Jon Stewart explains comedians perform social commentary through comedy, not by abandoning their craft.
- He critiques Fox News for hypocrisy and failing to practice their 'fair and balanced' slogan.
South Park Threats and Censorship
- Jon Stewart recounts South Park creators receiving death threats over depicting Muhammad.
- Comedy Central censored the episode to protect employees from possible retaliation.