Episode

"Jon Stewart"
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51:18
Published: Mon Sep 27 2021
Description

Day bartender and Egyptian silk connoisseur Jon Stewart joins us for a chat. Comedian, writer, director, and television host, Jon shares so much with us, from the invention of the combustion engine to MC Hammer quotes. This is a man who knows how to think, knows how to talk, and knows his Judge Judy. Plus, Sean gets put in the penalty box!... on another arousing episode of SmartLess.Please support us by supporting our sponsors!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chapters
The hosts introduce a new direction for the podcast, focusing on being more real and less joke-oriented.
00:00 - 01:06 (01:06)
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Smartless
Summary

The hosts introduce a new direction for the podcast, focusing on being more real and less joke-oriented.

Episode
"Jon Stewart"
Podcast
SmartLess
Hosts discuss previous episode's feedback and admire guest's logic and insights on topics.
01:06 - 03:28 (02:22)
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Podcast Discussion
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Hosts discuss previous episode's feedback and admire guest's logic and insights on topics.

Episode
"Jon Stewart"
Podcast
SmartLess
A conversation with three funny and friendly guys about a show they're all excited to watch.
03:29 - 05:11 (01:42)
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Entertainment
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A conversation with three funny and friendly guys about a show they're all excited to watch.

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"Jon Stewart"
Podcast
SmartLess
The solution to many obvious problems may just be a single, simple solution that someone needs to push.
05:11 - 08:25 (03:13)
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Problem Solving
Summary

The solution to many obvious problems may just be a single, simple solution that someone needs to push. Sometimes we try to overcomplicate things instead of looking for the green button that can solve it all.

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"Jon Stewart"
Podcast
SmartLess
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.
08:25 - 15:17 (06:52)
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Politics
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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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"Jon Stewart"
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SmartLess
The speaker discusses the pressure of being on TV and the assumption that he lives inside that box.
15:17 - 21:41 (06:24)
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TV
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The speaker discusses the pressure of being on TV and the assumption that he lives inside that box.

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"Jon Stewart"
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SmartLess
The podcast features a conversation with a focus on hockey and dabbing, with the participants sharing their experiences and opinions.
21:41 - 26:55 (05:13)
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Sports, Culture
Summary

The podcast features a conversation with a focus on hockey and dabbing, with the participants sharing their experiences and opinions.

Episode
"Jon Stewart"
Podcast
SmartLess
A parent recounts the emotional challenges of sending their child to middle school for the first time and observing their transition into adolescence.
26:55 - 30:29 (03:33)
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Parenting
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A parent recounts the emotional challenges of sending their child to middle school for the first time and observing their transition into adolescence.

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"Jon Stewart"
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SmartLess
The sheer volume of information in today's digital age has allowed it to be wielded as a weapon, affecting change in ways we couldn't imagine.
30:29 - 37:41 (07:11)
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Information Warfare
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The sheer volume of information in today's digital age has allowed it to be wielded as a weapon, affecting change in ways we couldn't imagine. The ability to conduct and manipulate light has become our modern-day "monkey trick."

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"Jon Stewart"
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The key to getting better at a hobby or skill is to have the willingness to learn and take your time practicing.
37:41 - 41:36 (03:54)
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Learning
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The key to getting better at a hobby or skill is to have the willingness to learn and take your time practicing. Even challenging activities like playing a musical instrument or learning a new language can be mastered over time with dedication and effort.

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"Jon Stewart"
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SmartLess
Two old friends catch up on life as they stroll down memory lane, discussing work, past habits, and future family plans.
41:36 - 47:57 (06:21)
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Friends
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Two old friends catch up on life as they stroll down memory lane, discussing work, past habits, and future family plans.

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"Jon Stewart"
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SmartLess
The conversation touches on inaccuracies in podcasting, including Jason's repeated errors about Ryan's children and Colbert's lengthy story about Conan's bathroom habits.
47:58 - 51:20 (03:22)
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Podcasting
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The conversation touches on inaccuracies in podcasting, including Jason's repeated errors about Ryan's children and Colbert's lengthy story about Conan's bathroom habits.

Episode
"Jon Stewart"
Podcast
SmartLess
The speaker reflects on Jon Stewart's success, especially at the Emmy Awards, and believes that if he were to return to the Daily Show today, it would still be successful with Trevor Noah as the host.
51:20 - 53:11 (01:50)
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Jon Stewart, The Daily Show
Summary

The speaker reflects on Jon Stewart's success, especially at the Emmy Awards, and believes that if he were to return to the Daily Show today, it would still be successful with Trevor Noah as the host.

Episode
"Jon Stewart"
Podcast
SmartLess