Christiana Mbakwe-Medina

Trevor Noah chats with Ben Winston, the executive producer renowned for his work on the Grammys, and Christiana Mbakwe-Medina, a savvy contributor. They dive into the behind-the-scenes chaos of the Grammys, including dramatic celebrity arrivals and jaw-dropping moments like Jay-Z's speech. Listeners get a humorous take on the logistical madness of live performances and the often quirky dynamics between artists and awards. The trio also reflects on the complex relationship between mainstream success and artistic integrity in the music industry.

In this lively discussion, stand-up comedian Josh Johnson and insightful journalist Christiana Mbakwe Medina tackle hot topics of the week. They debate whether Margot Robbie deserves an Oscar for her role in Barbie and ponder if Bitcoin will ever shed its scam reputation. The conversation takes a serious turn as they delve into the new allegations against Diddy, exploring issues of masculinity in hip-hop. Plus, Christiana can't resist asking the burning question: Is Trevor secretly a CIA operative? Prepare for laughter and thought-provoking insights!

In this engaging discussion, writer Christiana Mbakwe Medina and comedian Josh Johnson join Trevor to dissect the motivations behind Congress's push to ban TikTok. They humorously relate Boeing's struggles to newfound religious fervor and explore how perceptions of safety often undermine actual security. Additionally, the trio uncovers a rare point of agreement between Trump and Biden while highlighting TikTok's unexpected role in sparking teenage political engagement. Expect laughter mixed with thought-provoking insights!

Christiana Mbakwe Medina, a writer and journalist known for her engaging discussions, and Ben Winston, an executive producer and Trevor's friend, join the conversation. They humorously debate the impact of social media and propose a ban, reflecting on its dual nature of connection and loneliness. Christiana suggests Bill Gates should run bake sales, while Ben advocates for a mandatory day of rest. The trio shares personal stories, tackling themes of community, empathy, and the importance of family time amidst today's fast-paced world.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s divorce started as a celebrity scandal, but has evolved into a larger discussion surrounding the harassment many women face when trying to leave a relationship. In this episode, host Roy Wood Jr. sits down with Daily Show writer Christiana Mbakwe-Medina and journalist Rachel Louise Snyder to discuss how The Daily Show has covered this topic, the many types of violence women endure on a daily basis, and the lengths women go to in order to feel safe.    For further resources visit The National Domestic Violence Hotline:  https://www.thehotline.org    Watch the original segments:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GDclMXpjvj8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DEZdsisM8ZISee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.