The Daily Show with Jon Stewart Season 12 Episode 15 Sen. Joe Biden

The Daily Show with Jon Stewart season 12 episode 15 centers on Sen. Joe Biden, who is a prominent United States senator from Delaware. Biden is a guest on the show, and the episode features an in-depth interview with him, exploring topics ranging from foreign policy to healthcare.

The show begins with Jon Stewart’s usual humorous take on the day’s news, before diving into the interview with Biden. Stewart wastes no time in getting to the heart of the matter, particularly about Biden’s views on the Iraq War, which had been a major topic of contention during the time this episode aired.

Biden explains his view on the war, outlining his opposition to the idea of a “pre-emptive” strike and acknowledging the difficulties of a post-war scenario. He says that an immediate withdrawal would be irresponsible as there has to be a plan in place first.

The two then move on to other topics like Biden’s support for universal healthcare, his standpoint on the affordable care act and tenure as a senator since 1972. They also discuss Biden’s reputation as a “gaffe machine”, and the senator demonstrates his trademark sense of humor in addressing the issue, saying that it’s better to be frank and straight-talking than to be too scripted.

The episode is also interspersed with hilarious moments such as a segment where they poke fun at the fact that Sen. John Kerry, running as the Democratic nominee for the President, was sometimes seen as overly stiff and wooden during his campaign. They contrast his demeanor with Joe Biden who was considered to be a bit of a loose cannon, with his tendency to speak off the cuff.

Biden also talks about his family and his personal life, giving a glimpse into the man behind the politician. He touches on his love of music and how he wishes he could play an instrument (particularly the guitar) and his faith in God despite being a Catholic who doesn't agree with all the church's teachings.

Throughout the episode, Jon Stewart’s satirical humor provides comic relief amid some heavy topics, making it a well-rounded and entertaining show. The interview also shows Biden as a serious, thoughtful politician who is not afraid to take a stand, but who can also laugh at himself.

The Daily Show with Jon Stewart season 12 episode 15 is an engaging and informative episode that showcases the talents of both the host and guest, as they cover a variety of topics from politics to personal life in an engaging and entertaining manner.