Jon Stewart on why he's going back to "The Daily Show" anchor desk

Jon Stewart opens up on "CBS Mornings" about his return to "The Daily Show," revealing why he decided to go back for this election year, his first-day feelings, and what fans of the show can expect.
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[@1bwight]

This man has done more for first responders and veterans than 100 lawmakers in a lifetime

[@jakeriff95]

*every lawmaker

[@shawnmiddleton7665]

@@tylermarshall5350 do a quick web search and answer your own question.

[@imperialmotoring3789]

No. But he sure did a lot of virtue signaling!

[@larawalker]

@@tylermarshall5350 he testified to congress, fighting for first responders to get continued medical coverage for their heroism on 9/11, he did the same for veterans fighting medical conditions brought on by burn pits

[@danieldistrola2873]

​@@imperialmotoring3789Educate yourself before you make comments like that.

[@henryzhao4622]

Jon already freaked Gayle out at 1:00 by roasting the corporate overlords lmfao

[@MarthaReynolds]

Yes! Saw that, loved it.

[@luke5100]

That is what I love about him, and it’s a similar characteristic Dave Chappelle has. They just don’t care! Totally unfiltered and honest, impossible to contain

[@henryzhao4622]

@@luke5100 as I get older I realize that politeness is often a mask for dishonesty as opposed to genuine courtesy. These guys know how to balance honesty with politeness. Jon is honest without being intentionally hurtful. It’s great

[@erow80]

@@luke5100 The great part about guys like Jon Stewart and George Carlin is that they use(d) their wit and societal muscle to punch up, not down.

[@ahgflyguy]

@@erow80I think punching up vs down is the wrong idea. More like what Jon said, pinching those who lack integrity is the way to go. And maybe those who lack integrity are sometimes also traditionally disadvantaged. That shouldn’t shield them from criticism. See for example the chubby black guy on the Supreme Court.

[@Yetr]

Jon Stewart is a national treasure. His wit, humor, and advocacy for important causes have made a lasting impact on the country. It's great to have him back!

[@yvonneplant9434]

What happens when Gen Alpha ( the youngest generation right now) tells him he's too old to do TV....somethimg similar to his ageist crap about Biden.

[@DSAhmed]

@@yvonneplant9434 With Biden, its not really ageist. The man might indeed have the signs of Alzheimer's, and much like Ronald Reagan in his second term, should not be running the country.

[@BarFlyChef]

He ain't always right, but he's usually funny.

[@BarFlyChef]

*Have you ever looked at the back of a dollar bill... On weed!?

[@TimeBucks]

Jon welcome back ,you have been missed.

[@Meditationmusic-vw2sx]

👍👍

[@user-th1jo5hy9r]

Nice

[@shihabuddin6020]

Good❤

[@msthabiba5684]

Nice video

[@NigeriaDawah]

Nice

[@Lionize728]

"Television provides air support for those on the ground doing the actual work." Wow well said.

[@jhamler1]

Yes. That was an incredibly slick and dynamic twist of words and that's kinda/sorta the reason why Jon was who he was/is.

[@richardvale214]

Thanks for catching that. It was too good for me to have missed, but I did.

[@HughJass-jv2lt]

💥💥💥💥

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[@richardvale214]

Jon Stewart coming back? Fantastic! Edit: And kudos to Jon for telling Apple to take their censorship and shove it.

[@DarkPassenger]

Did they finally censor his anti white rants?

[@ellengrace4609]

@@DarkPassengerYou’re saying this about the guy who advocated tirelessly to get 9-11 first responders’ health needs met??? You’re a disgrace!

[@sunseeker9581]

​@@DarkPassenger anti racist rants I think you mean

[@aprotosis]

@@DarkPassenger When you are on top of the world, equality feels like discrimination, huh?

[@systemBuilder]

John said something about China on AppleTV so China told Apple he was fired and Apple said, "Yes, master, do you need anything else? ”

[@Buzzphat]

I enjoy the hosts not only talking over the guest but also each other. Peak respect and professionalism, well done.

[@Rhawn246]

😄 What was up with that??

[@TruthFLA]

Thank you!!!!

[@kathyfritz9962]

Jon is so cathartic for us. Glad his work is for him as well

[@PolociousProductions]

Half of my adult life was in a good place because of Jon Stewart. He's made politics tolerable in the funniest way. Glad to see him come back to the desk.

[@blackout07blue]

It was a shame he got out of politics right in the middle of 2015 when Bernie Sanders took off in democratic politics and the establishment attacked nonstop.

[@jonathansiles5120]

When we needed him the most, he returns.

[@Scorch428]

Just as the prophecy has foretold. An old Jew will rise again to defeat the Orange Clown.

[@chunificationify]

A wizard is never late, nor is he early, he arrives precisely when he means to

[@hazb8026]

When we needed him most he left 😢

[@michaelcavanaugh]

That first minute of Them squirming made me excited to see him again

[@davidormond7984]

Hey Jon, thanks for coming back to the Daily Show! Don't you realise how much influence you have? To see someone keeping their sense of humour during all these crazy times helps me a lot to keep in a good mood and not get depressed. I"m sure it helps a lot of other people too::: Keep up the great work!!!!

[@mattc3780]

Headpeace: "He's making fun of the network. Change the subject!"

[@The_Nintendork]

Gayle: Uh uh football! Super bowl! Yeah that'll work! It HAS to work.

[@LessGo7921]

@@The_Nintendork”and it was on CBS and Paramount mountain!!1!”

[@user-qm8cm1dn2v]

...He is compassion and fragrance emanating amid chaos "The Fragrance of Compassion I stand on the street, my heart sorrowful The great disaster is looming overhead at the end times Where are people heading in the hustle and bustle The life-saving Dafa [Great Law] has opened Heaven’s gate wide I pass out this flyer of truth Helping people at the command of the Creator Most people are Gods incarnate, becoming humans Doctrines of atheism and evolution are a deluding potion Modern notions and conduct bring harm to oneself This truth can save people, keeping them safe and healthy He is compassion and fragrance emanating amid chaos September 27, 2020" Master Li Hongzhi (Hong Yin VI, from Falun Dafa teachings)

[@Jabid21]

That’s what I really like about John Oliver’s show HBO never stopped him from going after anyone including Adam Driver and HBO’s former owner, AT&T. But I’ll bet their lawyers might have a very expensive retainer.

[@maazkalim]

of Our Madame Shari Redstone,* There! FTFY

[@markh3271]

9 years. Seems like a lifetime to me.

[@BinocularRivalry]

It feels like 439 years to me

[@brandonsimmons336]

@@BinocularRivalrywhy?

[@farmpunk_dan]

Feels like four to me

[@realdealholyfield3699]

Jon Stewart is a legend! The quick-wittedness is just amazing. Real-time references and jokes that are grounded in truth and genuine

[@AJeziorski1967]

Jon was a terrific source of cathartic humor and well-informed, funny commentary in the past. When the world went mad in 2016 (first Brexit, then Trump, Boris Johnson, Jair Bolsonaro, the pandemic and all the pandemonium since then) I often found myself wishing he was still around to make the daily headlines just a tiny bit less horrifying. Welcome back, Jon. I'll be watching.

[@anna-tn8mg]

Oh really?

[@matteastland62]

@@anna-tn8mg 🙄

[@realdealholyfield3699]

the point of Jon Stewart essentially went over your head it seems by the fact you said "went mad in 2016". The world was already mad by Bush and Obama, Trump just made it even worse.

[@undyingsonars]

@@realdealholyfield3699 if you consider Obama-era as "mad" then what is calm to you?

[@topsuperseven7910]

@@realdealholyfield3699 Made what worse? The BLM riots or all the new wars or what?

[@TheHSIHP]

Thank you Jon. We need you right now!

[@anna-tn8mg]

And who are "we"? Are you a monarch?

[@G_Demolished]

@@anna-tn8mgThe sane portion of the electorate.

[@anna-tn8mg]

@@G_DemolishedYeah, very sane. War is peace. Zombies are sane. dr anna

[@G_Demolished]

@@anna-tn8mg If your reply is any indication, you just reinforced what I said. That was extra kooky.

[@onsokumaru4663]

And what do you need him for exactly, gags and laughs?

[@Kimberly-qg3ks]

So happy to have the voice of reason back on air

[@loveearth7011]

Jon, I’m soooo glad you are back. It wasn’t the same without you! You are needed more than ever! ❤

[@Jay-xs5vp]

I'm a fan of The Daily Show. Glad you're back.Great timing! Thank you!

[@oldschoolman1444]

The Daily show was never the same after he left. So glad he's coming back, even if it's just Mondays. 😊

[@TheSteveBoyd]

Yesterday, I subscribed to a basic cable package for the first time in 5 years just so I wouldn't have to wait until Tuesday to watch the long awaited return of The Daily Show. This is huge. Thank you J-Stew for the air support! ☮💙

[@Wha2les]

We can still watch online on their website the next day right?

[@williamdavidm.l6665]

Why would you do this to yourself?

[@shadowprince4482]

@@Wha2les I sure hope so because I don't want to buy Sling TV just to watch a tv show once a week.

[@steverogers6572]

I mean appletv is a joke regardless. A little foolish of Jon Stewert to think that people whove watched him just absolutely verbally destroy these companies practices would want his fanbase to by an apple product lol. ​@@abcxyz2927 gotta do what you gotta do

[@steventhrasher3608]

@@abcxyz2927 his show didn't really flop though. It was dropped because he did episodes on topics Apple didn't want him to.

[@FCPA1997]

I bumped into him at a coffee shop in NJ. What a nice guy!

[@nancyachin8305]

He's the answer to the question, "If you could sit and talk to anyone, who would it be?". Every single time!

[@NexuJin]

I lives in Europe, never been to America. But i love watching TDS back in the days with Jon.

[@kristenjensen2589]

I live in the Middle East and I wiil be getting up at 7 a.m. to watch. Wouldn't miss it!

[@Scorch428]

That place is a powder keg, dude, get outta there!

[@amy1004]

Kudos to Jon Stewart!😊🎉

[@imds123]

Nothing worse when people keep talking over each other and interrupting. Let the man speak!!

[@tennaj1367]

Jon Stewart coming back is the biggest event in the media in LITERALLY years !

[@colleenmckenney6500]

So excited he is back!!!

[@RobertEkard]

Leave the children alone

[@avgJones]

​@@RobertEkardstop being so easily manipulated

[@RobertEkard]

@@avgJones Leave the children alone.

[@avgJones]

@@RobertEkard touch grass.

[@RobertEkard]

@@avgJones You just can't do it can you? You will be caught.

[@hans5821]

The King of Nuance and appreciation of the complex nature of America's issues. Great Man

[@bubbercakes528]

I didn’t know “The Daily Show” was still on. Jon Stewart introduced me to the importance of politics. He is a hero to me and a great man.

[@robertsaltzman58]

This man is the voice for my thoughts and feelings on politics! Cheers to you Jon Stewart!

[@Lokahi-fo-life]

Comedians, great comedians are generally some of the smartest people.

[@ri-jm5tn]

We need all the sane voices we can find. Thanks for your service sir!

[@markcosenza3274]

😂😂

[@andrewrank9512]

Tune in for the first few episodes before you decide that he's still a sane voice. Did you see any of the trainwreck that was his recent show?

[@eatmorenachos]

I started watching The Daily Show with Jon Stewart when I realized he wasn't just funny, he was more informative than most network "news" broadcasts. --the one exception being The PBS NewsHour.

[@maretomaski6324]

YAY!! You were missed Jon!!! SO glad you are back!!

[@JohnSmith-fu2df]

But steve bannon war room and extreme hate is okay on apple tv? SHAME on them!!

[@renebeier]

Because that's fiction.

[@sailincat2822]

Jon Stewart is the hero we need during this election year! He is so good at pointing out b.s.

[@Conradlovesjoy]

Yeah! Vote for Joe!

[@mohosinhossain3763]

I'm very appreciative that you've returned to support me during this election-related chaos! Once more, Comedy Central will save the news.

[@VEGANSAM]

I just watched his first episode... He NAILED it! And the rotation of each correspondent taking on the rest of the week...is an InGenius idea!

[@farmerz97]

Welcome back. I really missed him as a host. ❤

[@JavierDunk]

I can't wait for Jon Stewart's Daily Show 👍

[@AKimmelFIlms]

2:01 Jons face when they ask that stupid question, after just dancing around being pawns on a billionaire chest board and talking about the super bowl. 🤣😂🤣

[@brendan7704]

Gives me a reason to watch again, one day a week

[@kadeshow]

So glad you're back!

[@rm9338]

Jon welcome back ,you have been missed.✌🏽💙🇺🇸

[@philipstewart4474]

A single day w/John Stewart is just fine with me and Welcome Back Home!✨

[@joegabnagana3496]

I appreciate them mentioning that Comedy Central and CBS are part of the same company. It gives a sense of credibility to show their biases up front.

[@sallytrued3804]

So very happy to be able to watch you again !!!😄

[@tylerhackner9731]

You are much needed right now, Jon. Thank you

[@galandavis4699]

Jon Stewart is truly a national treasure. I wish he would run for president!

[@Kevin_Kennelly]

Jason Kelce and Jon Stewart would be a good ticket. I'd vote for that ticket.

[@nfbconnect]

​@@Kevin_KennellyAgreed. Can we start a write in campaign even if they don't want the job? 😂

[@jayandthensome]

You hear that background static on Jon's mic? That's the wind of change, baby!

[@Viindiagram]

They looked so nervous interviewing him lmao

[@bairhall]

he has a history of humiliating news hosts

[@nickcarter5672]

American Hero

[@anna-tn8mg]

Oh really? Not this American. But then again, I am intelligent. dr anna.

[@HigherQualityUploads]

He's Israeli

[@anna-tn8mg]

@@HigherQualityUploads No, you forgot anti.

[@michaelquinn7710]

🤣🤣🤣

[@FreeArtsakh2024]

​@HigherQualityUploads No, he is from NJ and he is pro palestinian

[@Stephanie-007]

Mr. Stewart is the GOAT and can *still* get it... with his fine, distinguished self❣️

[@blakrumba]

Amen!! He is prime Zaddy status 😁

[@Stephanie-007]

@@blakrumba 💯😂

[@honewhetstone1732]

“Difference between corruption and integrity, as opposed to right and left, or democrat and republican”. Good to see Jon back on the Daily Show.

[@berritbrewer6009]

Welcome back. Missed you. ❤Berrit from Denmark

[@usuckthereturn]

“Fluid with the truth” I love the phrases used instead of direct words like lies and lies

[@seycas118]

And that’s why we are where we are… no one wants to call anything out for what it is. Instead of saying a lie is a lie, they use a bunch of words to ‘soften’ the horror of the situation.

[@rahmed5701]

​@@seycas118exactly like calling a genocide a war

[@caucasoidape8838]

Everything feels like a grift.

[@garrykanter5773]

Watch this Master suffer through these three network haircuts. He can barely get a word in edgewise, and their follow up - when he finally does get to say a full sentence - is so weak. This perfectly demonstrates why I'm so thrilled he's back.

[@edwardrudzinski338]

They seemed genuinely scared of him lol

[@sailincat2822]

Re: _"This perfectly demonstrates why I'm so thrilled he's back."_ I hope the suits who call the shots realize Jon not acting like every other TV host is what makes him so popular. Re: _"They seemed genuinely scared of him"_ I believe they're more in awe of him - that feeling of being unworthy in the presence of a living legend. I think I've seen similar deference by reporters interviewing Bob Woodward.

[@littlestbroccoli]

The two-children-in-a-business-suit guy to Jon's left was certainly scared

[@ellengrace4609]

Ugh!!! Totally agree. This was painful to watch. When they have multiple interviewers and they’re all trying to get their question in it’s so clunky. One interviewer is sufficient, with only a few questions and then natural follow ups like you’re actually listening to Jon’s responses.

[@alwkw3783]

"...these three network haircuts." 🤣

[@JohnDough-yr2zt]

The Daily Show with Jon Stewart was the very best on television for years. I’ve missed him so much, and I’m so happy he’s back!

[@jillclarke7264]

Jon Stewart has done more for this country than the entire GOP. Thanks sweetie and bless your heart. in the best way

[@Cocoandindy]

We're so happy that you're back Jon ❤

[@kberken]

I always loved how Jon would be silly for the first 25 minutes of his show and then look directly into the camera and get serious and nail the truth to the wall. Perfect execution! He is so insightful and articulate!

[@JP-lu9ed]

And he did that tonight.

[@kberken]

@@JP-lu9ed just as I had hoped! He tells us the truth.

[@JEESSZZOO1]

& yet when accused of lefty bias, down right lying, a lefty schill, he throws up his hands & claims "I'm just a comedian!"

[@Teletheus]

@@JEESSZZOO1To be fair, someone would need to be a pathological liar to accuse him of that. (And a complete idiot to believe it.)

[@oscarmedina1303]

I'm really looking forward to the new shows.

[@ymamdani]

It is a great pleasure to see him back. He is breath of fresh air. His words are so important and are placed in unique way expressing. His news so called fake at the time was more true than real news. Very intelligent and charismatic person. We love you

[@RecOgMission]

There are some people I feel I'd be able to keep listening to regularly for a lifetime. Stephen Fry is one. Jon Stewart is another.

[@Coastfog]

I'll take these two and add Sam Harris and Vlad Vexler. Don't always agree, always enjoy their thought process and analysis.

[@birbluv9595]

Jon, thank you for coming back.

[@GenRN]

I’ve never stopped missing you, Jon.

[@paranoidhumanoid]

So glad to have Jon back!

[@deadforever]

We needed this

[@AsifMalik-og6np]

Let’s hope he is allowed to speak freely

[@marciamartins1992]

I like John, but I'm suspicious of the timing.

[@sarahinsf]

Yeah, unlike on AppleTV+ with them scared for him to talk about China or A.I.

[@G_Demolished]

@@floatpool8307You’re so scared of him. It’s fun to see.

[@nolanschuyler5770]

​@floatpool8307 look out taylor swift is right behind you!!!!!

[@sarahinsf]

@@floatpool8307 Pffft, the DNC is way beneath him.

[@travelchoice89]

🤩 Wow, Jon Stewart returning to "The Daily Show" anchor desk?! This is the news we've all been waiting for! Can't wait to see his legendary wit and insightful commentary back in action! 🎉

[@johnchessant3012]

so glad to have my J-Stew back!!

[@MrDan11422]

Love Jon!❤❤❤❤❤

[@Mattgo90]

Definitely can tell he still has a lot of comedic talent just from that interview alone. Can’t wait to see this

[@pamplayer4086]

First of all Jon I have been a fan of yours since your days on Comicview then I was happy when u took over the Daily show u were a breath of fresh air Now Your Back 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 n many thanks for what u did in Washington DC I watched your impassioned speech n was so proud of you n dammit they listened well done Jon n welcome back can’t wait the best to you n your family 🙋🏼‍♀️Pamela NC ❤️

[@DCMarvelMultiverse]

Look! Real journalism. And three people talking to John Stewart.

[@nex-ex5100]

HBO should drop Bill Maher and pick up John Stewart.

[@rabblerousin8981]

Porque no los dos?

[@gayealisir5661]

Probably because Bill Maher is very reactionary. @@rabblerousin8981

[@loookaroundyou]

Yeah, Maher is extremely egotistical. I'm so done with him.

[@Haggismydog]

Exactly!! Has he said anything funny or smart for awhile. If he says woke one more time. That's a right talking point, that's wrong. Stewart is just a smart caring cool guy, that we can learn and laugh from.

[@carolcromie8616]

I can't afford HBO...

[@fed-upmimi341]

We need you Jon! Rip ‘him’ a new one every Monday! ❤️❤️❤️

[@rdvbailey5990]

Thank you Jon..we need a voice of reason, welcome back ✌️

[@hawkatsea]

I'm so glad Stewart is returning to cable bc despite the political stereotypes, I absolutely despise apple as a corporation; although I missed JS dearly, I 'd never've followed his show (podcast?) into the apple-verse. Welcome home, Jon, I'm here for you.

[@realamerican6101]

With out George Calin we need Jon Stewart .

[@R__K]

That's how a Southie pronounces his name... it's actually Carlin, George Carlin.

[@valmacclinchy]

There's a great interview with Jon Stewart interviewing George Carlin, it's here on KZbin. It's really funny. Carlin could tell Jon would be an important person in terms of activism...

[@HWCism]

Thanks for the interview with John. Can not wait for his show to start. Really missed him. 🎉

[@smm2476]

So excited about Jon coming back!

[@drzjay0993]

I for one… am extremely happy he’s back at The Daily Show Desk. He’s an amazing voice of reason.

[@JuliaJulia007]

YAY! We need your voice, sir 😕

[@cindybullock4959]

Yes his voice is much needed in our lives. He is very smart and adds humor! ❤❤❤

[@EL-wk2em]

The young generation are going to love John Stewart, he speaks to many free thinking generations, looking and examining from outside angles, he is unique.

[@worshadar150]

I know it might seem like that, but I'd need some evidence of his "outside angles". He's a pretty inside guy lol. What he said about Integrity is really the secret to what he's been doing.

[@johnyoungquist3115]

no h in Jon in his case

[@eyeruhl74]

One of my favorite humans on this planet

[@DeadPixel1105]

I'm not a fan of The Daily Show or Jon Stewart, but I'm honestly really happy to see his return. He hosted that show for so many years. I was so used to seeing him nearly every night all throughout my late teens, 20s, and early 30s. So it felt so strange when he was no longer the host. Even without being a fan, I felt a bit sad when he left the show. To many people, fan or not, Jon Stewart IS The Daily Show. So I'm really glad to see him return as the host. That's where he belongs. The Daily Show is HIS show, in my mind.

[@trowawayacc]

Jhon is one of the most influential people on the dam planet. If he ran for president as an independent he be the man to beat.

[@beebuzz959]

@@abcxyz2927 He's way more competent than you realize. He actually went to D.C. and pressured everyone until they did something for veterans and first responders. You also don't know what it takes to create a TV show because that proves he's totally capable of sitting in a seat, like this do-nothing-congress-of-republicans is doing, but he'd actually be doing something. Plus he educates himself and can't be bought or pressured, again like the repubes in this record-breaking of do nothing congress is doing.

[@anna-tn8mg]

If so, it's time to look for a better place.

[@mimim8532]

Id vote for him

[@anna-tn8mg]

@@mimim8532 Of course, you would. In 2007-08, I saw millions of zombies marching and chanting "Angel, Saint, Messiah, God" referring to the possibly greatest charlatan in history (I am a historian). These marchers are still here. Ready to see them again.

[@burstingturtle]

@@anna-tn8mg I would look into antipsychotics. They’re pretty helpful.

[@patriciamurfitt4590]

The sane people of the USA all need our moment of Zen 💙

[@sethkransberg3347]

Can’t wait till tonight

[@chriskibbe2901]

Welcome back Jon!! You are SO NEEDED as voice of reason in this critical time……in WORLD history (not just recent history).

[@goldengirl54]

Welcome back Jon Stewart! It's been too long, even for one night a week.

[@williampickett8074]

I like how they tried to pin a title of "influencer" on him several times. I think Jon's hope of being adequate air cover for the boots on the ground activists was a great response. They tried to link him as an influencer with his work for veterans and the 911 responders, but back to Jon's air cover goal... he put his boots on for those. A great interview by Jon. Host's always underestimate him if they think they can get a spin off. Past your prime? You're too humble sir, far too humble.

[@worshadar150]

They ask the opposing side's objections disguised as their own questions. BBC News does this all the time as well. If you're being interviewed you better have a good answer for the opposition, or you have nothing to add to the conversation. They're not always trying to "get a spin" stop being so cynical and think about how the world actually works. I feel like I should add that I admire Jon Stewart's integrity and everything he has done to be a voice of reason. I can't abide your fawning though.

[@Tsureiki]

I didn't see this coming. I can't wait.

[@gabrielzeifman]

I feel like I’m the only one who caught the bulls**t mountain reference in there, which was spectacular

[@bananashaveice]

Interesting how the hosts seem to abruptly cut him off when he mentions billionaire network owners or the news media. You're gonna go after both sides, right? Okay...we gotta go now.

[@nathannguyen2041]

Indeed

[@skycloud7637]

WE LOVE YOU JON!!!

[@baribach8701]

Perfect timing Jon Stewart. America needs you now more than ever

[@nickiealtieri-enochs1914]

Myself and my 76 year old dad were so excited to hear Jon was coming back! He reaches all ages and walks of life! 💯