As host of “The Daily Show” from 1999 to 2015, Jon Stewart changed comedy — and arguably journalism, too — with sharp, satirical takes on politics and current events. He became an essential part of the nation’s conversation. Now let’s see if he can turn back time. Stewart is back in the host chair for a limited time, that’ll be every Monday up until the 2024 general election. So what’s the kind of prep that’ll be necessary for a host, who although politically involved, hasn’t been doing the grind of a daily program since 2015?

Today on AirTalk, Austin talks to Madeleine Smithberg, co-creator and original showrunner for “The Daily Show,” to not only contextualize the significance of Stewart being back on but also the work it takes to keep the show sounding consistently informative and entertaining.

With files from the Associated Press

As host of “The Daily Show” from 1999 to 2015, Jon Stewart changed comedy — and arguably journalism, too — with sharp, satirical takes on politics and current events. He became an essential part of the nation’s conversation. Now let’s see if he can turn back time. Stewart is back in the host chair for a limited time, that’ll be every Monday up until the 2024 general election. So what’s the kind of prep that’ll be necessary for a host, who although politically involved, hasn’t been doing the grind of a daily program since 2015?
Today on AirTalk, Austin talks to <a href="https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0810431/">Madeleine Smithberg</a>, co-creator and original showrunner for “The Daily Show,” to not only contextualize the significance of Stewart being back on but also the work it takes to keep the show sounding consistently informative and entertaining.
<a href="https://apnews.com/article/jon-stewart-daily-show-return-trump-804e767b3cc52f98a9bbd44312854f81">With files from the Associated Press</a>

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