Chapter
The Daily Show's Role in the Evolution of Political Conversation
08:25 - 15:17 (06:52)
The Daily Show became a relevant source of political conversation as Jon Stewart railed against social issues and political absurdities that became more serious over the years.
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The status quo tends to be stagnant and avoid taking risks or responsibility, while those affected by it suffer for years to come.
08:25 - 10:42 (02:17)
Summary
The status quo tends to be stagnant and avoid taking risks or responsibility, while those affected by it suffer for years to come.
ChapterThe Daily Show's Role in the Evolution of Political Conversation
Episode"Jon Stewart"
PodcastSmartLess
A discussion about the dynamics of a congressional hearing and how it compares to weather forecasting on The Daily Show.
10:42 - 13:48 (03:05)
Summary
A discussion about the dynamics of a congressional hearing and how it compares to weather forecasting on The Daily Show. The topic of the hearing was the responders to 9-11 and their treatment after the fact.\
ChapterThe Daily Show's Role in the Evolution of Political Conversation
Episode"Jon Stewart"
PodcastSmartLess
In this episode, the conversation revolves around how The Daily Show with Jon Stewart became not only a comedic show but a relevant one as well.
13:48 - 15:17 (01:29)
Summary
In this episode, the conversation revolves around how The Daily Show with Jon Stewart became not only a comedic show but a relevant one as well. It started as a funny show that used humor to tackle serious issues and eventually became an influential part of the conversation regarding political and social issues.