One might think that Daily Show host Jon Stewart enjoys discussing politics. And while it’s true he very well may, his opinion of the ones he’s reporting on is rather dour (but true). Over the weekend, the comedian sat down with CBS’ Sunday Morning correspondent Mo Rocca – who was a once-upon-a-time correspondent at the Daily Show – and told them that he believes politicians are “salespeople” – citing a number of interviews he’s conducted in the past. In fact, when it comes to interviewing them, he “despises” it. Read More »
After a long time waiting, it's finally here: Bruce Springsteen's first ever children's book! But we should warn you, while he's billed with the title "co-author," the iconic musician told The Daily Show host Jon Stewart that aside from looking at the drawings, he really didn't do too much. During last night's episode of the Comedy Central hit, Springsteen stopped by to promote the new book, Outlaw Pete, alongside his illustrator and co-author, Frank Caruso. Read More »
Earlier this month, MStars News reported that following David Gregory’s firing from NBC’s Sunday morning political roundtable chat show Meet the Press, the network supposedly approached Daily Show lead Jon Stewart to fill the host seat before Chuck Todd. Adding to that, sources claimed the network was “ready to back the Brink’s truck up.” And now, Rolling Stone confirms that the network DID in fact do so. Read More »
Recently, it was announced that the Koch brothers purchased some advertising space on The Daily Show, which Stewart brought to light on last night’s episode. Unfortunately, according to Deadline, the host doesn’t seem too happy about it… considering the company’s questionable business tactics in order to gain electoral votes. Read More »
Looks like it’s time for fans of The Daily Show with Jon Stewart to rejoice! One of the show’s famed correspondents, Jason Jones, has just landed the starring role in a somewhat autobiographical pilot for TBS, according to The Hollywood Reporter. And who is to pen the script? Another Daily Show correspondent… Jones’ longtime wife, Samantha Bee. Read More »
The Daily Show with Jon Stewart has gone on the road for the week, stopping over in Austin, Texas. To kick last night’s episode off, Stewart and his team started with an in-depth, and hilarious, report on the spread of Ebola – which has now made its way in New York City. And while the beginning of the story initiated with some humorous angles on those with Ebola, the next segment tackled the politicians involved… including New Jersey Governor Chris Christie. Read More »