The Daily Show with Trevor Noah Season 2017 Episode 105

The Daily Show with Trevor Noah Season 2017 Episode 105 Nnamdi Asomugha and Colin Warner

  • August 24, 2017
  • 1440 min

In this episode of The Daily Show with Trevor Noah, actor Nnamdi Asomugha and Colin Warner, the man whose wrongful conviction inspired Asomugha's latest film "Crown Heights", join Noah for a conversation about justice and the prison system.

Noah opens the show with his usual comedic monologue, focusing on the latest news and current events. From there, he moves onto his interview with Asomugha and Warner.

Asomugha, known for his work on the football field before transitioning into acting, discusses how he became involved with "Crown Heights", a film based on Warner's experience being wrongfully convicted and serving 21 years in prison. He talks about the challenges he faced playing such a complex character and the impact that the film has had on audiences.

Warner, who was exonerated in 2001, shares his firsthand experience of being wrongly accused and imprisoned. He discusses the racism and systemic flaws within the legal system that led to his wrongful conviction and the challenges he faced upon his release.

Noah uses the conversation with Asomugha and Warner as a jumping-off point to discuss the broader issues with the American prison system. He addresses the disparities in sentencing and the disproportionate number of people of color who are incarcerated.

Throughout the interview, Asomugha and Warner share their thoughts on potential solutions to these issues. They discuss the importance of reforming the legal system and providing support to those who have been wrongfully convicted and released.

The episode concludes with a segment called "The Year That Wasn't" in which correspondents reflect on the events of 2017 that they wish had never happened. From Sean Spicer's infamous press conference to "covfefe" to the United Airlines incident, the correspondents provide their humorous take on the year's most cringe-worthy moments.

Overall, this episode of The Daily Show with Trevor Noah provides a thought-provoking and entertaining look at the issues of justice and the prison system. The conversations with Asomugha and Warner shed light on the flaws within the legal system while still managing to maintain the show's trademark humor.

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Description
  • First Aired
    August 24, 2017
  • Runtime
    1440 min
  • Language
    English