The Daily Show: Ears Edition TDS Time Machine | Video Games
Sep 21, 2025
Michael Kosta, a Daily Show correspondent passionate about esports and gaming, dives into the controversial world of video games. He discusses congressional hearings surrounding violence in gaming and the surprising involvement of figures like Paul McCartney in creating music for games. The conversation shifts to the booming esports industry, featuring pro salaries and training facilities, while also addressing the impact of Fortnite on youth and military recruitment. Kosta offers insights into the ongoing debate about gaming culture and regulation.
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Politicians Grandstand Over Games
- Politicians repeatedly use violent video games as an easy scapegoat in public hearings and rhetoric.
- The show frames these hearings as performative grandstanding rather than evidence-driven policy making.
Supreme Court Protects Game Speech
- The Supreme Court ruled states cannot restrict sales of violent video games to minors.
- Justice Scalia noted government may regulate sexual content but not violent content for minors.
Paul McCartney Tries Games With Grandkids
- Paul McCartney described trying video games with his grandchildren and failing quickly.
- He said he’d hand the controller back after getting killed in the first seconds.