Chapter

The Pressure of Being on TV
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15:17 - 21:41 (06:24)

The speaker discusses the pressure of being on TV and the assumption that he lives inside that box.

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Comedian John Oliver defends his use of satire in processing important current events despite past criticism and controversy.
15:17 - 15:48 (00:30)
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Satire
Summary

Comedian John Oliver defends his use of satire in processing important current events despite past criticism and controversy.

Chapter
The Pressure of Being on TV
Episode
"Jon Stewart"
Podcast
SmartLess
The core of satire is making comedic content about something one truly cares about, but comedy is a continuum that can sometimes be silly or scatological.
15:48 - 16:39 (00:50)
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Comedy
Summary

The core of satire is making comedic content about something one truly cares about, but comedy is a continuum that can sometimes be silly or scatological. The recipe for satire in comedy shows remains consistent, yet it evolves and becomes less refined.

Chapter
The Pressure of Being on TV
Episode
"Jon Stewart"
Podcast
SmartLess
From Lucille Ball's ground-breaking career to the struggles of Calif Browder and Dolly Parton's rise to fame, these podcasts offer inspiring stories of determination and perseverance.
16:39 - 18:55 (02:16)
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Inspirational Stories
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From Lucille Ball's ground-breaking career to the struggles of Calif Browder and Dolly Parton's rise to fame, these podcasts offer inspiring stories of determination and perseverance.

Chapter
The Pressure of Being on TV
Episode
"Jon Stewart"
Podcast
SmartLess
The responsibility of leading a podcast involves inspiring enthusiasm, directionality, and leadership among the team to strive for excellence and consistent improvement.
18:55 - 21:41 (02:46)
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Podcasting
Summary

The responsibility of leading a podcast involves inspiring enthusiasm, directionality, and leadership among the team to strive for excellence and consistent improvement.

Chapter
The Pressure of Being on TV
Episode
"Jon Stewart"
Podcast
SmartLess