Jon Stewart and Desi Lydic Recap the DNC | ICYMI
Jon Stewart and Desi Lydic Recap the DNC | ICYMI
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This podcast episode covers a variety of topics, starting with the announcement of John Stewart's new podcast, "The Weekly Show." Stewart discusses his plans for the podcast, which will be released every Thursday and will cover current events, politics, and pop culture. He mentions topics like the election, earnings calls, and even the ingredient-to-bread ratio on sandwiches. The podcast then shifts its focus to the Democratic National Convention, specifically the second night of the event. The hosts discuss the speeches of Kamala Harris, Joe Biden, and Hillary Clinton, highlighting the overall tone of the convention and the reactions of both Democrats and Republicans. They note the convention's focus on unity and hope for the future. Finally, the podcast analyzes Fox News's coverage of the Democratic National Convention. The hosts discuss Fox News's initial skepticism and negativity towards the event, contrasting their commentary with the actual events at the convention. They observe that as the convention progressed, Fox News began to acknowledge the positive energy and enthusiasm present, even while maintaining some criticism.
Outlines
John Stewart's New Podcast and the Democratic National Convention
This chapter covers the announcement of John Stewart's new podcast, "The Weekly Show," and the second night of the Democratic National Convention, including the speeches of Kamala Harris, Joe Biden, and Hillary Clinton.
Fox News's Reaction to the DNC
This chapter analyzes Fox News's coverage of the Democratic National Convention, highlighting their initial skepticism and eventual acknowledgment of the convention's success.
Keywords
The Weekly Show
A new podcast hosted by John Stewart, focusing on current events, politics, and pop culture. The podcast is released every Thursday.
Democratic National Convention
A quadrennial event where the Democratic Party nominates its candidates for President and Vice President of the United States.
Kamala Harris
The current Vice President of the United States and the Democratic nominee for President in 2024.
Joe Biden
The current President of the United States and the incumbent Democratic nominee for President in 2024.
Hillary Clinton
Former Secretary of State and former First Lady of the United States. She is a prominent figure in the Democratic Party.
Fox News
A conservative news channel known for its right-leaning perspective and often critical coverage of Democratic events.
Q&A
What is the name of John Stewart's new podcast?
The Weekly Show.
What are some of the topics that John Stewart plans to cover on his podcast?
The election, earnings calls, and the ingredient-to-bread ratio on sandwiches.
What was the overall tone of the Democratic National Convention?
The convention was generally upbeat and enthusiastic, with a focus on unity and hope for the future.
How did Fox News initially react to the Democratic National Convention?
Fox News initially expressed skepticism and negativity, criticizing the convention's atmosphere and content.
How did Fox News's coverage of the convention change over time?
As the convention progressed, Fox News began to acknowledge the positive energy and enthusiasm present, even while maintaining some criticism.
Show Notes
Desi Lydic recaps day 1 of the DNC including speeches from Hillary Clinton and Joe Biden while Troy Iwata searches for the perfect “Thank You” card for Biden. Plus, Jon Stewart closes out the last night of the DNC live from Chicago with a recap of the convention, including Kamala Harris's spotlight moment, Oprah's cat lady cam, and a roster of speakers as diverse and contradictory as the Democratic party itself.
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