Jon is joined by staff writers Kasaun Wilson and Rob Christensen to talk about his fight to get the PACT Act—which gives urgently needed healthcare to sick veterans—passed in the Senate. He discusses battling Republican misinformation and the behind-the-scenes work it took to achieve this victory. Plus, Kay and Rob chat about their struggle to behave in the Senate gallery, Jon’s Bernie Sanders impression, and what the Senate has in common with an assisted living facility.If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts, reach out to the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988 or visiting 988lifeline.org.http://apple.com/heretohelpCREDITSHosted by: Jon StewartFeaturing, in order of appearance: Rob Christensen and Kasaun WilsonExecutive Produced by Jon Stewart, Brinda Adhikari, James Dixon, Chris McShane, and Richard Plepler.Lead Producer: Sophie EricksonProducers: Zach Goldbaum, Caity Gray, and Robby SlowikAssoc. Producer: Andrea BetanzosSound Engineer & Editor: Miguel CarrascalSenior Digital Producer: Frederika MorganDigital Coordinator: Norma HernandezSupervising Producer: Lorrie BaranekHead Writer: Kris AcimovicElements: Kenneth Hull, Daniella PhilipsonTalent: Brittany Mehmedovic, Marjorie McCurry, Lukas Thimm Research: Susan Helvenston, Andy Crystal, and Cassie MurdochTheme Music by: Gary Clark Jr.The Problem with Jon Stewart podcast is an Apple TV+ podcast produced by Busboy Productions.https://apple.co/-JonStewart
Kason Wilson and Rob Christensen host the show and interview Jon Stewart, who talks about his experience in legislating and how it was tiresome.
The Veteran's Affairs bill faced some opposition which stemmed from one small constitutional provision. Despite already passing 84 to 14, the lack of support has caused distress for veterans and their families.
The speaker, possibly a veteran, discussed his experience of correcting misinformation related to veterans that was being reported in the media, ultimately making it harder for veterans to receive support.
The podcast introduces the perspective of a veteran who shares his experience and how messed up they are. Despite people's unfamiliarity with the situation, they acknowledge that something good happened with veterans.
The speaker recalls a time when they were hanging out with war veterans and hearing their stories. They talk about the contrast between this experience and the experience of seeing elderly people in a nursing home.
The conversation is unclear and includes laughter. It mentions Chuck Schumer and Mark Kelly discussing a political meeting, with Republicans already voting no.
The hosts discuss the behind-the-scenes political maneuvering that led up to the pivotal vote on the Affordable Care Act (ACA, or Obamacare) and the tense moments leading up to its passage.
Rob emphasizes the need for a backstop and a vote in order to feel the pressure and make decisions.
The speaker discusses how they provide air support for whistleblowers who are in the trenches of corporate malpractice, and quotes Takara about the dangers of being labeled a hero.
Kason Wilson and Rob Christensen discuss the Apple TV Plus show on the problem with Jon Stewart and provide information about their own content related to the burn pit situation and veterans.