Ep 126. Lauren Duca

The Opposition with Jordan Klepper is a political satirical talk show that premiered on Comedy Central in September 2017. The show features comedian and former correspondent Jordan Klepper as he takes on the role of a conservative pundit, providing a satirical take on the news and current events.

In season 1 episode 126, titled "Lauren Duca," Klepper interviews journalist Lauren Duca. Duca gained notoriety after her Teen Vogue article, “Donald Trump Is Gaslighting America,” went viral and she gained a large following on social media.

As the show begins, Klepper introduces Duca as a "leftist darling," before launching into a series of questions about her upbringing and career. He prods her about her past involvement in politics, jokingly trying to catch her in a lie. Duca responds confidently, holding her own against Klepper's sarcastic jabs.

The conversation then turns to politics as Klepper questions Duca's support for Bernie Sanders in the 2016 presidential election. Klepper, portraying a conservative pundit, argues that Sanders' policies would have destroyed the economy. Duca counters with her own arguments, highlighting the need for progressive policies such as universal healthcare and free college tuition.

Klepper then switches the topic to President Trump, asking Duca how she feels about his administration. Duca is quick to criticize Trump's policies, calling him a "fascist" and a "tyrant." Klepper, as a conservative, pushes back on her claims, arguing that Trump has done a lot for the country.

The conversation continues with Klepper presenting absurd arguments and Duca using reason to counter them. The two engage in a playful back-and-forth, ending with Klepper asking Duca if she thinks they could ever be friends despite their political differences.

The episode ends with a satirical segment in which Klepper and his team mock Fox News for their biased reporting. The segment features clips from Fox News in which they selectively edit interviews and choose headlines to fit their own agenda.

Overall, "Lauren Duca" is a smart and engaging episode of The Opposition with Jordan Klepper. The interview with Duca is well-done, with Klepper effectively playing the role of a conservative while Duca presents her own arguments. The satirical segment at the end is also entertaining, serving as a reminder of the importance of unbiased journalism.