The Daily Show with Jon Stewart Season 14 Episode 85

The Daily Show with Jon Stewart Season 14 Episode 85 Larry David

  • June 23, 2009
  • 5.1  (23)

The Daily Show with Jon Stewart season 14 episode 85 features comedian and actor Larry David as the guest. The episode begins with Jon Stewart discussing the recent economic recession and calling out the politicians who failed to prevent it. He then introduces Larry David, who launches into a hilarious rant about the state of the world today.

David talks about his life since the end of his hit television series, Curb Your Enthusiasm. He hints at the possibility of a ninth season and talks about his recent HBO movie, Clear History. David then turns to politics, expressing his frustration with the current state of government and expressing his views on issues such as climate change and gun control.

Stewart and David engage in a lively discussion about the political landscape in America, with David providing some of his trademark wit and sarcasm. They discuss the 2016 presidential election and the various candidates running for office, with David sharing his thoughts on each of them.

The conversation then turns to the topic of race, with David sharing his views on the Black Lives Matter movement and the issue of police brutality. He talks about how he deals with race in his comedy and the challenges of addressing such sensitive topics in today's climate.

Stewart and David also discuss the topic of religion, with David sharing his experiences growing up Jewish and his thoughts on the role of religion in society today. They talk about the controversy surrounding the building of a mosque near Ground Zero in New York City and the debates over religious freedom in America.

As the episode comes to a close, David and Stewart share a few laughs and reflect on the state of the world today. They delve into the role of satire in society and the importance of using comedy to address serious issues. The episode ends with both men bidding farewell to the audience and promising to return for future appearances on The Daily Show.

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Description
  • First Aired
    June 23, 2009
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    5.1  (23)