Gisele lands in Back Bay Nov 12, 2009
Garofalo, who appears at the Wilbur Theatre tomorrow as part of a double bill with her Daily Show pal Rob Riggle, has become a political activist the past few years and has been targeted by conservative radio hosts for her opinions about everything from the Middle East to the Boston Tea Party. Garofalo said she has grown used to being criticized and in some cases harassed for her beliefs. (Boston Globe)
Lopez's Simulcast Debut Draws 3.2 Million Nov 11, 2009
TBS's telecast of Lopez Tonight, which also featured musical guest Carlos Santana, was watched by more adults 18 tp 34 (608,000) and adults 18 to 49 (1,022,000) than the current season averages for such late-night series on broadcast and cable as Last Call with Carson Daly, The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, Jimmy Kimmel Live, Late Night with Jimmy Fallon and The Daily Show with Jon Stewart. The TBS telecast was also watched by more adults 18 to 34 than the season-to-date average for the... (Multichannel News)
Beck back to work Nov 10, 2009
While the controversial news personality was recuperating, the House of Representatives passed President Obama's health care plan -- which Beck has passionately opposed -- and he has been lampooned by both " Saturday Night Live" and Jon Stewart on " The Daily Show." ... While the controversial news personality was recuperating, the House of Representatives passed President Obama's health care plan -- which Beck has passionately opposed -- and he has been lampooned by both "Saturday Night Live"... (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Meet the man who changed Glenn Beck's life Nov 10, 2009
") Palin closed her speech by urging, Don't ever let anyone to tell you to sit down and shut up. Glenn You are not alone! Beck, eat your heart out. Share: Friday, Nov 6, 2009 07:12 PST Jon Stewart reveals the shocking truth behind the Fox News host's attack of appendicitis Video By There's a story behind the case of appendicitis that felled Glenn Beck recently. It's not just an isolated incident -- there's a serious conspiracy at work. But with Beck himself out sick, someone else had to find a... (Salon)
Comedy Central tries out sports Nov 7, 2009
Comedy Central has ordered a half-hour scripted pilot -- which could join " The Daily Show with Jon Stewart" and " The Colbert Report." ... Comedy Central has ordered a half-hour scripted pilot -- which could join "The Daily Show with Jon Stewart" and "The Colbert Report.". (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Daily TV and radio guide Nov 6, 2009
Daily Show With Jon Stewart at 9 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 7 p.m. on COM.. Dr. Oz Show at 9 a.m. on Ch. (Boston Globe)
Husky Happenings Nov 5, 2009
Oliver is a writer and correspondent for "The Daily Show" hosted by Jon Stewart. He will be in Blackman Auditorium at 8 p.m., and due to limited tickets students can register online through northeastern. (Northeastern News, MA)
Will Ferrell Nov 3, 2009
Regardless of what you believe, Bush's quirky character traits, his inability to deliver a speech without tripping over his own words and his strange proclamations like "I am the decider" made him fodder for comic gold, particularly on shows like The Daily Show, The Colbert Report and SNL, or for budding comedians looking for an easy target. And no one captured Bush's silly mannerisms better than , who played the goofy leader of the free world on Saturday Night Live, harnessing his essence ;... (IGN FilmForce)
Watchdog Group Calls Out 'Bogus Internet Censorship' Nov 3, 2009
"It's what 'The Daily Show with Jon Stewart' does every night. This is 'fair use' of copyrighted or trademarked material and protected under U.S. law. ". Related. (ABC News)
CNN's Ed Rollins Owes $1.3M in Back Taxes Nov 3, 2009
Political pundit Ed Rollins pummeled by debt. The architect of President Reagan's landslide 1984 re-election campaign, heavyweight CNN political consultant Ed Rollins, owes more than $1. (Newsmax)
Stanford Grad Gives $33M For Stem Cell Research Nov 2, 2009
Somehow, the "Daily Show" host makes the feud funny. Nov 1, 2009. (Yahoo News -- Philanthropy and Volunteerism)
‘Semi-Pro' Throws up a brick (3) Nov 1, 2009
Rob Corddry, formerly of the Daily Show, plays the ultimate Har- relson fan. When Harrelson is discovered about to have sex with Corddry's wife, Corddry merely stares in admiration, another example of gags that gag and jokes that, in basketball terminology, throw up a brick (miss the rim). (Desert Entertainer, CA)
Night of the living public option Oct 28, 2009
But then again, you also believe that the Daily Show is real ... Fraud: But then again, you also believe that the Daily Show is real ... Probably not because you believe that the Daily Show is real news. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
* Satirical programs prove a hit for Iraqi TV stations Oct 27, 2009
Who Wants is a daily show, itll feature big-name comedians and theyll all be competing to win five liters of crude oil sitting in barrels in the studio. Sick and tasteless given the recent Iraq war. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Storytellers explore the dramatic arc in spinoff of NY’s ‘The Moth’ Oct 25, 2009
The evening s host will be Daily Show regular and Massachusetts native Tom Shillue, a stand-up comedian. The New York storytellers include Boris Timanovsky, a Russian. (Boston Globe)
President Obama's Feud with FOX News Oct 24, 2009
For your information - the term 'tea baggers' was used by the teabaggers first (the conservatives you talk about), but when some 'other' news programs and John Stewart of the Daily Show pointed out that it meant something 'derogatory,' the conservatives finally got it. by fariborzzak October 24, 2009 2:30 AM EDT. (CBS News)
Grin & scare it Oct 24, 2009
Come see him at 7 p.m. Wednesday yes, we re sticking a Wednesday event in here when he and other actors, including Aasif Mandvi of The Daily Show, read scary stories by Stephen King and others ... Come see him at 7 p.m. Wednesday yes, we re sticking a Wednesday event in here when he and other actors, including Aasif Mandvi of The Daily Show, read scary stories by Stephen King and others. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Josh Lieb of 'Daily Show ' puts his wit to 'Unspeakable Evil' Oct 23, 2009
The Daily Show' producer Josh Lieb reads from his book, 'I Am a Genius of Unspeakable Evil and I Want to Be Your Class President ... Josh Lieb of 'Daily Show ' puts his wit to 'Unspeakable Evil ... Josh Lieb, executive producer of The Daily Show With Jon Stewart, has written a novel for teens called I Am a Genius of Unspeakable Evil and I Want to Be Your Class President. (USA Today -- Life)
Wait, Wait quiz show plays Carnegie Hall Oct 23, 2009
But Wait, Wait also coincided with the rise of media and political satire, marked by The Daily Show and The Colbert Report. . (MSNBC -- Lifestyle)
A Python celebration Oct 23, 2009
Many of today's comedians cite Python as a key influence, which can be seen in comedy including "The Daily Show" and "The Simpsons.". And many fans can quote some of the films chapter and verse. (CNN -- Showbiz)
Daily television guide Oct 23, 2009
Daily Show With Jon Stewart at 9 a.m., 1:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. on COM. Janet Napolitano, Homeland Security secretary ... Colbert Report at 9:30 a.m., 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. on COM. Oceanographer Sylvia Earle, author of The World Is Blue: How Our Fate and the Ocean s Are One ; former Daily Show writer David Javerbaum, author of What to Expect When You re Expected: A Fetus s Guide to the First Three Trimesters. (Boston Globe)
G-20 protest arrestees line up before judges Oct 22, 2009
Video footage of Mr. Sherrard, a student at Oberlin College in Ohio, in his cow outfit was broadcast on Comedy Central's "The Daily Show.". "It was more to do something to make people look twice," he said before the hearing yesterday. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Ms. Sand never does anything out of her subjective feelings, only out of reason Oct 22, 2009
But of course, that is a heretical notion to the Kossack mob that is The Daily Show studio audience. As ever, the left can not get past its dogmas to have an intelligent understanding of the right, as the right was once able to have of the left. (The American Conservative)
Ex-Blagojevich aide pleads guilty to corruption Oct 21, 2009
25: Sideshow: Former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich appeared on the Daily Show, Thursday night, claiming he wants all the FBI wiretaps of him released because they were taken out of context and the public should know the truth. Hardball. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Jon Stewart caters to Colonial crowd Oct 20, 2009
"Daily Show" comedian entertains parents and students in two sold-out shows for Colonials Weekend ... The comedian, who hosts the award-winning program "The Daily Show with Jon Stewart," had something to say about both political parties. (GW Hatchet, Washington DC)
Microsoft Windows 7 Launch: Deals, Deals Oct 20, 2009
Unclear is whether Microsoft will be making a return appearance to late-night TV. With the launch of Vista, Bill Gates took to the Daily Show stage, talking tech with Jon Stewart. "You'll certainly see a lot of coverage from us that day, but no commitments on the exact venue," Reller said. (CBS News -- Sci/Tech)
Here’s hoping ‘Leno’ survives... with some changes Oct 20, 2009
He has collected a stable of lesser-known comics, but he generally uses them in filmed sketches that feel like second-rate Daily Show knock-offs. When comedian Liz Feldman taught senior citizens to use Twitter earlier this month, no one in the room had good material. (Boston Globe)
When Brian Williams Makes the News Oct 19, 2009
Williams, the NBC Nightly News anchor ranked as one of the "100 Most Influential People in the World" by Time magazine, is a frequent guest on such entertainment series as The Tonight Show, Saturday Night Life, The Late Show With David Letterman and The Daily Show With Jon Stewart ... In July 2009, Williams' comments to Stewart during a Daily Show appearance shortly after the death of fabled TV newsman Walter Cronkite prompted many media pundits to speculate that Williams and Stewart had... (Suite101.com)
Newspapers are struggling in part because they embrace a liberal bias (10) Oct 19, 2009
Bob Hussein Loblaw wrote on Aug 31, 2009 5:41 PM:" No no little Bryan, not until you watch your poster girl Betsy on The Daily Show. The interview is much longer than your attention span, so maybe take a milk and cookies break every three to five minutes. A little napsky afterward will make it all less scary.You do all that, then come back to the grown ups for some big-word talk.... " ... Billy Rubin wrote on Aug 30, 2009 11:08 AM:" So, Brian, did you watch the interview of your heroine Betsy on... (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Boston Book Festival features 90 authors Oct 18, 2009
Novelist Tom Perrotta will grill his onetime student John Hodgman, known for his appearances on Jon Stewart s Daily Show and his depiction of a PC in the Get a Mac ads. For Writer Idol, a panel of agents and editors will pass judgment on excerpts of unpublished manuscripts read by a professional actor. (Boston Globe)
Dem explores bid for McCain seat Oct 18, 2009
Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano appeared Monday on Comedy Central's The Daily Show with Jon Stewart. The former Arizona governor spent most of her interview laughing at comedian Stewart's lines while making her own serious points about the H1N1 flu vaccine ("It's very safe") and the ongoing threat of terrorism ("It's an environment that we will probably be in the rest of our lives, unfortunately"). (AZCentral -- News)
Comedian Stephen Colbert collects a water beetle among the things named after him Oct 18, 2009
You don t hear about Daily Show fans going off and naming things after Jon Stewart ... Colbert the man is the 45-year-old, bespectacled, fastidiously groomed former improv comic and Daily Show correspondent. (Boston Globe)
Multichannel Newswire Oct 16, 2009
When it comes to delivering criticism of the world of cable news, no one does it quite like the Daily Show on Comedy Central. In his role as a faux anchorman, Jon Stewart has already been sited. (Multichannel News)
Stewart Sharp Dishing Out Cable News Criticism Oct 16, 2009
When it comes to delivering criticism of the world of cable news, no one does it quite like the Daily Show on Comedy Central ... One way the Daily Show does this is by simply mimicking many of the tired clich s used on news sets everywhere to highlight how silly they are ... This week, Daily Show has aired brilliant takedowns of both CNN and Fox News Channel. (Multichannel News)
The Colbert Report Gets Indie Cred Oct 15, 2009
The Colbert Report has carved out a niche for itself, much like The Daily Show, as a news show accurately reflecting just how absurd the news actually is. Perhaps the most ridiculous part about Stephen Colbert s TV persona is that it s only a slight distortion of that of serious Fox News talking heads. (Suite101.com)
‘30 Rock’ hasn’t lost its sharp edge Oct 15, 2009
The show has a touch of The Daily Show running through its veins, as it uses today s politics to fuel many of its cynical jokes. (And yesterday s politics, too: As he asks for spiritual guidance, we see Jack reach over a picture of Jesus for a photo of Richard Nixon. (Boston Globe)
Wash. mayor sending Jon Stewart key to city Oct 15, 2009
The mayor of Bellingham says "Daily Show" host Jon Stewart is getting a key to the city ... (AP) -- The mayor of Bellingham says "Daily Show" host Jon Stewart is getting a key to the city. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
Oscars flop in TV ratings | Media Oct 15, 2009
Critics generally said Stewart did a better job of hosting than two years ago, when the host of Comedy Central's critically lauded Daily Show failed to live up to the hype of his Oscar presenting debut. But some critics said the ceremony gave the impression of being put together in a hurry coming so soon after the end of the writers' strike, with too many clips and not enough original material. (Yahoo News -- Academy Awards)
Cox Communications Announces New Fall Shows Available On DEMAND With MyPrimetime(SM) Oct 14, 2009
With the launch of the fall television season, customers can access hundreds of episodes from shows including: ABC's Grey's Anatomy, Desperate Housewives, Flash Forward; NBC's The Office, Parks and Recreation, new shows Community, Trauma and Mercy; USA Network's Monk and Psych; Comedy Central's The Daily Show and Colbert Report; FX's NipTuck[October 14] Disney's Jonas and many more. As the season progresses, Cox will add even more networks and shows to MyPrimetime. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Evangelist gay sex allegation causes Republican headache Oct 14, 2009
Michelle Obama appears on satirical news programme The Daily Show with Jon Stewart. . (Yahoo News -- Church-State Issues)
O'Reilly receives journalism award Oct 14, 2009
JON STEWART, HOST, COMEDY CENTRAL'S "THE DAILY SHOW": Yes. UNIDENTIFIED MALE: You do. (Fox News)
Tuesday conversation: From WKTV to ESPN, Burr works his dream job Oct 13, 2009
He told me he was a fan of mine and wanted me to host the ESPN daily show. I did for two years and it led me to SportsCenter and my college basketball duties at the network now. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Napolitano Says Coordination is Key to Tracking Al-Qaeda Backers in U.S. Oct 13, 2009
She said she also was in New York to appear on ABCs The View and The Daily Show with on s Comedy Central, seeking different venues from which to discuss homeland- security issues. Successes against al-Qaeda have helped keep the main organization holed up in the tribal region of northwestern Pakistan, she said. (Bloomberg -- US)
Pre-natal parody Oct 12, 2009
What To Expect When You re Expected, is the brainchild of 38-year-old David Javerbaum ( G.E.D., the book notes) who served as one of the principal authors of the comedic literary smash America: The Book, and is an 11-time Emmy-winning writer and producer on The Daily Show with Jon Stewart ... What To Expect When You re Expected, is the brainchild of 38-year-old David Javerbaum ( G.E.D., the book notes) who served as one of the principal authors of the comedic literary smash America: The Book,... (New York Post -- Entertainment)
In Defense of Glenn Beck Oct 11, 2009
Or consider Jon Stewart, the legitimately funny host of "The Daily Show." Stewart is reminiscent of Will Rogers -- a humorist who was nonetheless anointed by the National Press Club as the "ambassador at large of the United States." The liberal establishment swoons over him ... Times columnist Frank Rich seems to have a man-crush on the Peabody comedian, while Bill Moyers of PBS insists that "you simply can't understand American politics in the new millennium without 'The Daily Show.'" The hosts... (Townhall.com)
LRAD lets police have the loudest word Oct 9, 2009
The device's shrill setting was mocked by Jon Stewart, host of "The Daily Show" on Comedy Central, as the "latest in anarchist-stopping technology.". "Oh my God! Those anarchists are going to have to go like this!" he said as he covered his ears with his hands on the Sept. 28 program. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
CBS's Craig Ferguson Defends Letterman, His Boss Oct 9, 2009
Comedy Central's Jon Stewart didn't mention it on Monday's "The Daily Show," nor did Stephen Colbert on "The Colbert Report." ABC's Jimmy Kimmel skipped it on Friday's "Jimmy Kimmel Live!". Even the legendary late-night host Dick Cavett had nothing but praise for Letterman's skill at crisis management. (KIRO TV, WA)
Another View: Educational? You be the judge Oct 8, 2009
While appearing on "The Daily Show" in March to promote Our Courts, O'Connor noted that only a third of Americans can name the three branches of government, while 75 percent can name one "American Idol" judge. But it's not fair to cast blame solely on the ignorant, "Idol"-viewing masses. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
SIRIUS XM Radio Announces Extensive MLB Postseason Coverage Oct 8, 2009
During the LCS and World Series, headliner Chris 'Mad Dog' Russo will host his daily show, Mad Dog Unleashed, (weekdays, 2:00 - 7:00 pm ET) live on select dates from the AL or NL ballpark. For more info visit or. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Daily guide to television and radio Oct 8, 2009
Daily Show With Jon Stewart at 9 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 7 p.m. on COM. ... Daily Show With Jon Stewart at 11 p.m. and 1:30 a.m. on COM.. (Boston Globe)
Ferguson teases, and defends, late-night boss Oct 7, 2009
Jon Stewart didnt mention it on Mondays The Daily Show, nor did Stephen Colbert on The Colbert Report. Jimmy Kimmel skipped it on Fridays Jimmy Kimmel Live. (MSNBC -- Television)
'SNL' zings David Letterman's difficulties Oct 7, 2009
Still to be heard from: Jon Stewart on The Daily Show and Stephen Colbert on The Colbert Report. Both Comedy Central shows are dark on Fridays, but will be back with fresh episodes Monday. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Scoop: Nuts! Levi Johnston in pistachio ad Oct 6, 2009
Saturday Night Live, The Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien, Chelsea Lately, and The Daily Show with Jon Stewart are among the programs during which the ad will air. The company said that for now, this is the only commercial featuring Johnston. (MSNBC -- Gossip)
SNL Latest to Take Shot at Letterman Oct 6, 2009
Still to be heard from: Jon Stewart on "The Daily Show" and Stephen Colbert on "The Colbert Report." Both Comedy Central shows are dark on Fridays, but will be back with fresh episodes Monday. So will CBS' Craig Ferguson, host of "The Late Late Show," whose Friday edition had been taped earlier in the week. (Fox News)
O'Connor regrets her rulings being undone Oct 5, 2009
O'Connor, 79, lapsed into levity during the discussion when asked what it was like to appear on "The Daily Show with Jon Stewart" last March. In a mock whisper she said, "I didn't know what to think. I had never seen it.". (AZCentral -- News)
Leno, Fallon among those taking shots... Oct 4, 2009
Friday night's "Late Show" was taped Thursday, as was Craig Ferguson's "Late Show." (Comedy Central's "The Daily Show" and "The Colbert Report" are dark on Fridays. . (The Drudge Report)
Feehery: Democrats' incompetence isn't funny Oct 3, 2009
WASHINGTON (CNN) -- Jon Stewart had a funny bit the other day on "The Daily Show" (well, I thought it was funny) where he lambasted the Democrats for not delivering on their "supermajority" status. As Stewart put it, "The Democrats seems to be the kind of people who switch to Geico and lose money.". (CNN -- US)
A Comedian's Defense of Letterman, in Two Parts Oct 3, 2009
is the former executive producer of The Colbert Report and a former writer for The Colbert Report, Late Night with Conan O'Brien, and The Daily Show with Jon Stewart. . (Slate)
Body + Soul Magazine is headquartered on Watertowns Pleasant Street Oct 2, 2009
She currently hosts the daily show Whole Living on Martha Stewart Living Radio on Sirius XM and has given several guest appearances on The Martha Stewart Show. Trespicio has also appeared on several occasions on the New England news station NECN for their Health Week segment, which promotes healthy living with topics ranging from stress management to healthy eating. (Watertown TAB & Press, MA)
Judge orders release of Cheney interview with FBI Oct 2, 2009
They said presidents and vice presidents may not cooperate if they know what they say could become available to their political opponents and late-night comics like those on The Daily Show, who would ridicule them. They also said the interview contained classified material and that presidential communications were shielded to allow candor with the president and his advisers. (USA Today -- News)
COMEDY CENTRAL's(R) Multi-Platform Series 'Live at Gotham' Fourth Season Premieres Friday, October 16 at 11 p.m.* Oct 1, 2009
Season four also features hosts Bobby Lee, Judah Friedlander, Paul F. Tompkins, Charlie Murphy, Doug Benson, Former "Daily Show" correspondent Rob Riggle and Jim Jefferies. "Live at Gotham" is executive produced by Stu Schreiberg, Robert Hartmann and Judi Brown-Marmel. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Ron Paul on the Daily Show Oct 1, 2009
The American Conservative. Posted on September 30th, 2009 by. (The American Conservative)
Boisterous protesters at G-20 summit Sep 26, 2009
There also was a festive spirit in Friday's crowd colorful flags, bicyclists, a group of hula hoopers, a large parade puppet in the shape of a dove, a small brass band and a correspondent from Comedy Central's The Daily Show, who drew a mini-crowd of his own. The march had been issued a city permit and organizers pledged to keep it nonviolent, a goal they stressed to participants, even though some were determined to test police restraint. (MSNBC -- Crime)
Stations respond, but miss opportunities Sep 25, 2009
In Lawrenceville earlier in the day, "The Daily Show" "reporter" John Oliver was seen among the media gaggle, doing interviews, wearing a black bandana while he spoke. "Tear gas doesn't hurt as bad as I thought," he said, drawing a crowd as he spoof-interviewed protesters for a segment that he said will likely air next week. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Onion writers read outlandish news stories in Blackman Sep 24, 2009
The Onion has had a consistent fan base since it was founded in 1988, appealing to a generation whose main news source is often The Daily Show with Jon Stewart. We try not to take ourselves too seriously, Harris told The News. (Northeastern News, MA)
