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Charlamagne tha God On The Problem With DEI Apr 08, 2024

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In this podcast exclusive, Daily Show contributor Charlamagne tha God and Daily Show writer Ashton Womack discuss Charlamagne's issues with corporate America's Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Initiatives, how conservatives have hijacked DEI, and the need for true leadership and change in the Black community. Plus, Clarlamagne unpacks what it was like to work with Jon Stewart and the inspiration he gave him for this piece.

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Guest Spotlight: Rep. Colin Allred, Sebastian Junger & Ken Harbaugh Apr 07, 2024

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Desi Lydic sits down with Texas’s 2nd District Representative Colin Allred to discuss his campaign for Senate seat against Ted Cruz, his plans for restoring women's reproductive rights, and the importance of paternity leave. Also, executive producers and writers, Sebastian Junger and Ken Harbaugh, join Desi to talk about their award-winning documentary film, “Against All Enemies.” They chat about the dangers of U.S. veterans joining domestic terrorist groups, how some January 6th participants were also former veterans, and how members of these groups tend to have a desire for combat that they may not have seen during their time in service.

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ICYMI: Jon Stewart Takes on AI & Desi Lydic Covers Truth Social's Tank and Women's Basketball's Popularity Apr 06, 2024

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Jon Stewart covers how AI's plans to make our lives easier will actually lead us to a world that limits the need for human labor. Plus, Desi Lydic tracks Truth Social's 21% drop in stocks, Florida's new abortion limits, and how the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament is bringing more fans to the sport.

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Trump's Nebraska Electoral Vote Play & The 2024 Solar Eclipse | Sebastian Junger & Ken Harbaugh Apr 05, 2024

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Desi Lydic unpacks Trump's attempt to change Nebraska's electoral vote system, why the New York Marathon is pissed at the MTA, and the upcoming solar eclipse. And Ronny Chieng and Jordan Klepper have a good old fashioned moon versus sun debate. And welcome to Trump elementary, the most prestigious educational institution of all-time, taught by the smartest man alive. From science and geography to math and Spanish, Donald Trump teaches your child everything they need to know. Plus, Sebastian Junger and Ken Harbaugh, executive producers and writers of the award-winning documentary film, “Against All Enemies,” sit down with Desi Lydic to discuss the wave of veterans joining extremist groups. Particularly popular for offering a sense of purpose and mission, they examine the danger of trained veterans participating in January 6th, domestic terrorist groups under the cover of political parties, and Trump’s blatant disrespect for veterans.

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Fox News Freaks Out Over Easter Falling on Trans Visibility Day | Alison Brie Apr 04, 2024

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Desi Lydic breaks down why Donald Trump and Fox News conservatives are losing their minds over Easter falling on the same day as Trans Visibility Day, and Michael Kosta finds a way to spin the negative news cycle into a win-win for both holidays. And what does the Baltimore Bridge collapse have to do with diversity, equity, and inclusion? Charlamagne tha God breaks down the weaponization of DEI to undermine minorities in earned positions, and how corporate America has used it as a band-aid for racism. Plus, actress Alison Brie stops by to discuss the mystery and dysfunctional family dynamics in her new Peacock series “Apples Never Fall,” how working with so many talented women on “GLOW” inspired her to do more behind the camera, and what it was like working so closely with her husband Dave Franco on “Together,” a horror film about a codependent couple.

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Desi Lydic Covers The Buzz Around Women’s Basketball | Rep. Colin Allred Apr 03, 2024

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Desi Lydic dives into Trump’s billion-dollar loss on Truth Social, the future of abortion in Florida following two major rulings, and how the media can't stop talking about what a moment women’s basketball is having. Plus, Josh Johnson and Desi try to decipher what happened at the three-point line when North Carolina took on Texas. And New York City has lost millions of dollars thanks to ghost plates, a new way of obstructing your license plate to avoid ticketing. Michael Kosta teams up with the city’s most infamous ghost (plate) buster to expose drivers and even cops who have employed this innovative method in the newest Thank Me Later. Plus, Representative Colin Allred of Texas’s 32nd District sits down with Desi Lydic to discuss running for Senate against Ted Cruz, his plans to protect and restore women’s reproductive rights, the importance of paternity leave, and what’s at stake in the upcoming election.

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Jon Stewart On The False Promises of AI | Lina Khan Apr 02, 2024

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Jon Stewart tackles the AI revolution and how its creators are promising a better future while building technology to make human workers obsolete. Plus, Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan joins Jon Stewart to discuss her work with the “small but mighty” government agency in protecting Americans against unfair business practices. They discuss the agency’s antitrust lawsuit against Amazon, successes within the healthcare industry, and if there’s an arms race between tech companies to wield control over artificial intelligence.

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Leslie Jones On What's At Stake This Presidential Election Apr 01, 2024

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In this podcast exclusive, Daily Show contributor Leslie Jones and comedian Lenny Marcus discuss what's at stake this election and why people should head to the polls even if they don't love either candidate. Plus, Leslie unpacks the difference between an entertainer and a politician, and why she would never run for political office.

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Jim Sciutto On Talking With Russia and China | Byron Tau Chats Tech & Government Surveillance Mar 31, 2024

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Jordan Klepper sits with CNN anchor, chief national security analyst, and bestselling author, Jim Sciutto, to discuss his new book "The Return of Great Powers: Russia, China, and the Next World War." Plus, NOTUS Investigative reporter, Byron Tau, joins Jordan to talk about his new book, "Means of Control." They chat about how technology companies house our data and Tau offers tips that anyone can use to limit the amount personal information we give to these companies.

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Jon Stewart on Trump's $450 Million "Victimless" Crime | Jordan Klepper Covers GOP Reaction to Baltimore Bridge Collapse Mar 30, 2024

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Jon Stewart tackles Donald Trump's deadline to pay his $450 million bond and the myth being floated by right-wing media that Trump's tax fraud was a "victimless" crime. Plus, Jordan Klepper tackles Trump's new branded bibles, how right-wing media blamed the Baltimore Bridge Collapse on DEI, and Florida's social media ban.

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