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On Mondays, Jon Stewart hosts The Daily Show, but on Thursdays, he's back in your ears with The Weekly Show -- a podcast featuring in-depth conversations with a range of special guests. From experts and advocates, to stakeholders and thought leaders, we discuss the challenges, changes, and ideas that are shaping our world.

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As the Pentagon implements sweeping new restrictions on press access, Jon is joined by Atlantic staff writer Nancy Youssef, War Horse founder Thomas Brennan, and former Pentagon spokesperson and retired Marine Corps Colonel David Lapan. Together, the... more

In the aftermath of the ceasefire in Gaza, Jon is joined by Daniel Levy, former Israeli peace negotiator and President of the U.S./Middle East Project, and Zaha Hassan, former Palestinian legal advisor and Senior Fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for ... more

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As artificial intelligence advances at unprecedented speed, Jon is joined by Geoffrey Hinton, Professor Emeritus at the University of Toronto and the "Godfather of AI," to understand what we've actually created. Together, they explore how neural netw... more

As the government shutdown takes effect, Jon is joined by Roosevelt University Professor and contributing writer at The Nation David Faris, and "The Bulwark Podcast" host Tim Miller to examine Democratic strategy. Together, they explore what Democrat... more

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Zaha Hassan
Senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace and former coordinator and senior legal advisor to the Palestinian negotiating team during Palestine's 2010 to 2012 bid for UN membership.
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Episode: Trump’s Peace Plan: Lessons from the Negotiating Table
Daniel Levy
President of the US Middle East Project and former Israeli peace negotiator.
US Middle East Project
Episode: Trump’s Peace Plan: Lessons from the Negotiating Table
Geoffrey Hinton
Professor Emeritus with the Department of Computer Science at the University of Toronto and Schwartz Reisman Institute's Advisory Board member, Geoffrey Hinton has been developing AI technology since the 1970s.
University of Toronto
Episode: AI: What Could Go Wrong? with Geoffrey Hinton
Ken Martin
Chairman of the Democratic National Committee
Democratic National Committee
Episode: Wanted: Democratic Leadership with DNC Chair Ken Martin
Charlie Warzel
Staff writer at The Atlantic and author of the Atlantic's newsletter, Galaxy Brain
The Atlantic
Episode: Trending Towards Violence with Charlie Warzel
JB Pritzker
Governor of Illinois
State of Illinois
Episode: A Conversation with Gov. JB Pritzker
Michael Feinberg
Former FBI agent who resigned after political pressures. He was involved in high-profile counterintelligence cases.
Former FBI
Episode: Deep Sh!t State: Trump’s Retribution Campaign
Devlin Barrett
New York Times reporter covering the FBI and Department of Justice.
The New York Times
Episode: Deep Sh!t State: Trump’s Retribution Campaign
Mosab Abu Toha
A poet, author, and humanitarian with deep ties to Gaza.
Episode: On Gaza and Humanity with Mosab Abu Toha

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Jon Stewart
Host known for his insightful and humorous commentary on current events, blending political analysis with comedy. He has a background in media and is recognized for engaging in meaningful conversations that critique societal issues.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 18.7k ratings
  • Jon is the smartest voice

    Re: The Republican playbook ep. A more productive conversation would be to evaluate communication structures between the parties, ie Senate Dems have 1 leader, Chuck, end of list. GOP Senate has a leader, Thune, & then they vote for other roles, student government style. One of those roles to managing a full broadcast studio & graphics department, with a staff and thus a Chief of Staff. So of course they’re better at communicating; those departments have a dedicated Senator w/ a Chief of Staff a... more

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    5
    WallyPie
    United States9 days ago
  • So freakin’ knowledgeable

    John not only has some of the sharpest insights and most keen analysis, he has a broad knowledge base because he obviously READS and acquires information from credible sources. He understands historical context, he asks some of the best questions (as a result of having knowledge), and he conducts intelligent conversations. He also has an incredibly fast and sharp ability to respond to rhetoric. Is that something you learn in Improv or something? It’s so impressive! Only question I have: When are... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GingkoGecko
    United States12 days ago
  • The voice we need

    No one is better at framing the the arguments for progressive causes the Job Stewart. Does it with grace, humor and humility

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Boots.3000
    United States16 days ago
  • AI

    The show explaining AI was so enlightening. Thank you! You asked all the right questions and weren’t afraid to ask the questions we needed to hear. One of the best shows to date!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lisalovesghoststories
    United States17 days ago
  • Incredible

    Love this but had to write a review to thank the team for the ai episode. Outstanding.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jonmortii
    United States18 days ago

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Listeners appreciate the blend of humor and thoughtful discourse, often highlighting the host's ability to tackle complex issues in an engaging manner.

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A Conversation with Gov. JB Pritzker
Q: Are there any promising out of the box ideas that you've heard?
Democratic governors should talk more with each other about how they can collectively fight against federal overreach and hold each other accountable.
A Conversation with Gov. JB Pritzker
Q: Have you experienced this at any other time with any other presidency?
This moment stands out because it's creating a hostile environment intentionally and lacks coordination, unlike during the Biden administration.
A Conversation with Gov. JB Pritzker
Q: So how would you like an operation like that to unfold? What would be your preferred method for this to happen?
We want to coordinate with the feds around violent crime, but ICE's ability to issue administrative warrants without judicial support complicates the situation.
On Gaza and Humanity with Mosab Abu Toha
Q: Mosab, is there a contiguous... How do we extract ourselves?
Yes, there is one way, which is when the world starts to care about the security of the Palestinian people, the same way they care about the security of Israel.
History Meets Galaxy with Tony Gilroy and Mike Duncan
Q: What aspect of historical revolutions are most critical for collaborations in the fiction you create?
I use history as a catalog to build believable stories that resonate emotionally with characters; I focus on behavioral motivations over merely ideological positions.

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Episodes feature in-depth conversations that often revolve around contemporary social and political issues, emphasizing the intersection of media and public policy. The discussions include a diverse array of guests, such as experts, policymakers, and advocates, providing various perspectives on topics like government accountability, media ethics, economic inequality, and international conflicts. Notable is the blend of serious commentary with humor, as the host uses wit to navigate complex themes, making them more accessible while maintaining a critical eye on societal norms and political dynamics. This unique approach creates an engaging listening experience for those interested in current affairs, media critique, and social justice.

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1. Zaha Hassan
2. Daniel Levy
3. Geoffrey Hinton
4. Ken Martin
5. Charlie Warzel
6. JB Pritzker
7. Michael Feinberg
8. Devlin Barrett

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