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Bad Warriors Omens and Trevor Noah's First BS Interview | The Bill Simmons Podcast

Apr 17, 2019
Kevin O'Connor, an NBA analyst for The Ringer, dives deep into the Warriors' shocking collapse against the Clippers, emphasizing team chemistry issues. Trevor Noah, comedian and former host of 'The Daily Show,' reflects on the evolution of media and digital platforms, sharing insights from his experience taking over the show in 2015. They discuss the dynamics of outrage culture, the impact of smartphones on comedy, and how younger fans prioritize players over teams in sports fandom. Their engaging conversation spans sports, media, and personal journeys.
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ADVICE

Life Experience

  • Chris Rock advised Trevor Noah to live more life to write better comedy.
  • Noah took the advice, reduced his workload, and saw his comedy improve.
ANECDOTE

Lost Joke

  • Trevor Noah witnessed a fight about to start in a CVS.
  • The would-be combatants stopped, acknowledging Noah's presence, ruining his joke.
INSIGHT

A-la-carte Media

  • People are increasingly unaware of content distribution methods.
  • They care more about the content itself, indicating a growing a-la-carte media consumption trend.
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