Jameela Jamil - "Bad Dates" & Exercising for Mental Health | The Daily Show

"We reserve the right to make mistakes, to come back, and to grow, and do better." Jameela Jamil discusses her outspoken presence on social media, her desire to reframe exercise as a mental health benefit instead of a means to a certain type of physical appearance, and the outrageous stories shared on her "Bad Dates" podcast. #DailyShow #Comedy #DesiLydic
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[@Typho0nify]

The fact that Jameela Jamil recovered from a plethora of health issues, including being hit by a car and was told that she'd never walk again, to now seeing her on stage is crazy inspiring. This woman truly has great characters and immense mental strength

[@adamriozzi]

You forgot about the 5 bee attacks!! Oh the bees!

[@deckzone3000]

She's sexist

[@Marina-vd5vm]

Honestly, I find it very hart to tell what's even true about her life story, cause she changed it so often. That car-story changed a hundred times, we've had several bee attacks and she just had a severe peanut allergy that suddenly went away. I'm confused by her entirely.

[@user-ql5ct4tg9g]

I so love seeing how much affirmation Desi and her female guests give each other. It's heartwarming.

[@name5876]

Barbie club

[@jands2195]

​@@name5876 Stop paying attention to the look and listen to the message.

[@name5876]

@@jands2195 Funny. It's them who should stop paying attention to the look. Their words are empty ah.

[@rachelm5063]

I know right!!!!!! We need to have more of this.

[@name5876]

@@rachelm5063 More hipocracy?

[@anarkyst9595]

Not only is Desi intelligent but she chooses such intelligent women to interview

[@docraineyiii8789]

Perfect critique. She deserves a second week don’t you think?

[@docraineyiii8789]

I must add I’m close to 80 and confess to not knowing who most Daily Show guests are. Yet I hang.

[@anarkyst9595]

@@docraineyiii8789 well I'm a mere 77 and I do know who most of the guest hosts have been and I think they all deserve a show

[@aajohnsoutube]

Stacked but not with intellect😊

[@dongshengdi773]

​@@anarkyst9595 I feel toxic feminism everywhere

[@erinmcdonald7781]

Jameela Jamil is a great guest! What a back-and-forth with her and Desi! Meaningful and hilarious, a different mark to achieve. Thank you, Desi and Daily Show team! 💜✊😹

[@erinmcdonald7781]

@@phatphlat Her parents were right on that. She is beautiful, as well as being smart and funny.

[@catherinetyree3823]

I would love to see Desi as permanent host. She engages her guests, and the resulting conversation is enlightening.

[@idealproperties4239]

agreed, she's been amazing. loving every minute!!

[@subject8776]

People say that about every guest host...

[@joe-edward]

SAME!! GO DESI!!! The interviews are SOOOO much more interesting!

[@kmbacewic]

I've really enjoyed her and Roy

[@javiruiz8365]

@@subject8776 facts!!! I kinda like them having different people!!! Some people I like more and some people I don’t.

[@smolapril]

Jameela is spot on. The amount of gatekeeping and shaming for entering a gym is astronomical. I can only do so much at home.

[@thegags]

If you have access to a local Rec Center, use that. We are all there for the same reason after all.

[@shindean]

Every time I invite someone new to gym, I tell them that the first week of gym is intimidating because of the people in shape and how self-conscious they'll feel about it. But gym is for everyone to look their best, not just the few, and in a few weeks they'll feel like a new person😊

[@kajerlou]

I live in Korea, it's pretty weird how incredible fat shaming is even from doctors. I'm 180 cm (71 inches for the Americans) and 81 kilograms (178.5 lbs) so, like I'm not thin, certainly not Korean thin but, I'm hardly obese either. Yet, for an easy example, I went to see an Ear Nose and Throat specialist because my throat has been hurting for months and he tells me "you're very overweight, you need to lose weight immediately before you can hope to have your throat improve"... he then tells me I need to not eat any foreign food (it isn't uncommon for people here to think of traditional domestic food as intrinsically healthy... it is not, some is, some isn't) and make sure to run everyday. Ultimately, he gave me a 14 day prescription of antiacids and reiterated that my fat was causing my problems.

[@wintersbabyy]

That’s so sad fr. Did he even take samples for testing?

[@susannehuber3996]

Same in Germany. I’m 1,75m and 70 kg and my doctor told me I’m obese. I was just there for a checkup.

[@808bigisland]

He is correct. You are fat. Obesity starts with the 1st extra lb.

[@naylas3908]

😮

[@chezmoi42]

What absolute nonsense. You and Susanne are both right in the middle of the normal range for the body mass index. (You can google 'BMI calculator' to check it yourself.) Your doctor apparently thinks the problem is acid reflux, and he is not wrong that it is exacerbated by obesity. But when someone has normal weight it's important to look further to find the real cause. I hope you can get help, because taking antacids too often or too long may adversely affect your gut bacteria, hampering digestion and and absorption of nutrients.

[@mmerriman4995]

I seldom watch interviews of actors but I jumped on this one with Jameela and it took off in three directions I couldn't have anticipated ! Fabulous!

[@butterfly17095]

LOVE Jameela and how she pushes back on all these ideas about beauty/weight/health in popular culture! It's infuriating how much emphasis is put on weight over health, and I love the idea of taking back exercise as a mental health benefit!

[@richardervins]

I always respected and marveled at Desi. But that she would pull off the hosting job with this precision and empathy I could never have imagined. This is amazing!

[@adiksaff]

Yes, Yes, YES!!! I vibe so hard with exercising for the immediate personal benefit and not to exercise to look a certain way. Pop off Jameela!

[@dharmakaurkhalsa3923]

Desi is so authentic and warm. Love that she is not shy to show it!

[@rachelm5063]

Yes authentic!

[@rachelm5063]

This interview demonstrates exactly what we’re missing out when we don’t have women on late night. Thanks Desi. Thanks for doing this your way. Feeling seen.

[@joannejohnson7006]

Jamella is a wise woman and talented person! Thank you for speaking up for those who have no voice! The powers will attack but you are a part of the change we need to be. Ladies of power and peace ❤❤

[@deckzone3000]

What is her talent?

[@ellenajenkins4533]

Can we please have Desi as the full-time host!?!

[@unseeliesidhegoddess]

I want Desi, Roy, and Jordan to co-host somehow, and I want them to bring Hasan back!

[@theDDutchie88]

I like Jordan best in the field, but agreed on Desi, Roy and Hasan

[@shortsatire5669]

Add Dulce Sloan, Ronnie Chang, please and let the white guy correspondent get his shot. 😜

[@poojakumbhar9862]

And Hasan!

[@freemagicfun]

I would love to see a co-host situation. Like a regular "news" show. 😎

[@melindadavis2221]

And Hasan...😊

[@AbsolutFlippy]

Love love love this. Both are such smart and deep and funny women! Thank you Desi for taking on all these women’s issues that are often neglected or stigmatized and talking about them in the show this week. As a woman with a disability and who has had struggles when it comes to weight loss and dating, this visibility really brings a smile to my face. ❤

[@ExtremelyRadiant]

Just getting people to take a daily walk around their neighborhood. Loads of health benefits, lowest injuries, relaxing too, but using all the muscles. Regularly walking and dancing keeps me healthy and happy, but I don't own a scale. Who cares what I weigh, as long as I fit in my favorite clothes. 🎉

[@brittvaughn9447]

Desi rocking it as host!

[@TRCRPISO]

hope they keep Desi as the host! She deserves it and her segments before were genius!!!

[@davidpumpkinsjr.5108]

While the Daily Show is doing this rotating guest hosts, should they just use Jameela Jamil as host for a week?

[@chandniajmera]

Excellent idea! I'd love to watch her host this and have meaningful conversations with some wonderful guests💙

[@javiruiz8365]

I would like that also!!!

[@rachelm5063]

Great idea yes!

[@ZombieCookie333]

I love these two so much! My heart is warmed by their conversation and energies!

[@nicrome]

I love the idea of rotating anchors cuz they all bring something unique and that combination is what makes TDS, TDS! Jameela and Desi is such an amazing pair! Love this clip

[@Anuchan]

Desi wins my vote as the best of the guest hosts so far.

[@smudoshi]

They are both so brilliant and beautiful ❤. Love this interview.

[@brittvaughn9447]

I love, love, love Jameela Jamil. Fantastic interview.

[@limewhite66]

I loved this interview so much! I've been watching Jon, Trevor and The Daily Show for 20 years now, I basically grew up watching it. But this was the first moment when I felt: can the daily show turn into an intelligent FEMALE show please? With a female anchor and lovely female guests like Jameela?

[@nikethanavattikunta6147]

Wow, such amazing women talking on-point and covering soo many topics, so precisely and well articulated too! Really hope Jameela and Desi find all the satisfaction and peace in life!

[@christianwagschal7969]

Two hilarious people talking about serious stuff is so cool and weird lol

[@mindhackz]

And that shows how important it is because it shouldn’t be weird to you

[@benhoskins4719]

​@@mindhackz This is what the daily show was before Trevor took over. It's so nice to have it back.

[@marciamcdevitt964]

@@benhoskins4719 apparently you didn’t watch Trevor’s interviews, or (more likely) you have some weird personal vendetta against him. Trevor is brilliant, and incredibly funny and clever when appropriate.

[@benhoskins4719]

@Marcia McDevitt It's okay for me to find someone unfunny. You and Trevor will both be just fine.

[@meriemradhi5481]

Jameela, you are important. Thank you.

[@morgansedano8328]

Ugh, I love them both! This warms my heart. 🥰

[@matlight9593]

Totally true, exercise helps your mental health! But only on your own terms! Jameela is A M A Z I N G !!!

[@paintedpony2935]

Hurray for 'messy women. ❤😂😅

[@roehlanobriones3179]

The only drawback about Desi's hosting: we won't get a segment on - Desi Foxplains The firing of the Tucker.

[@Hellkite-er5pg]

She is so stunning. And Jameela is fine too!

[@Skymannot6939]

Jameela girl I’m a big fan, the strength, authenticity, in your face truth, you go girl.

[@lnt305]

I’ve been so pumped for Desi’s turn hosting and she has 100% delivered

[@PastelKenshi]

Fun fact, jameela is arabic for beautiful/pretty and jameel is the masculine. It’s my mum’s name and hopefully my daughter’s one day 😅

[@hortehighwind8651]

She’s very pretty indeed

[@goldiv]

yo she's got a podcast?! Lets goooooo, There's always room for more

[@omarpaint]

I had to confess that although I enjoyed her sketches in the show before, I did not remember her name. But now she is doing an amazing job as a host! Great interview!

[@VieenRennes]

I love Jameela Jamil and her displayed vulnerability for the sake of helping others.

[@NellieKAdaba]

Love her too.

[@annjohnson8437]

These two smart, funny women are hilarious together! Excellent, entertaining interview! ❤

[@justjokes-shorts9239]

Together, these two witty, intelligent women are hilarious! Excellent and enjoyable interview!

[@cocofrog1976]

Absofuckinglutely about exercise and weight and mental health 👏🏻

[@theladykate4563]

What amazing women!!!! ❤ we are lucky to have yall in the world!

[@m-hadji]

Love word’s about exercise. I am a old man -57- and I can relate to what she said.

[@chrisray1567]

I love the rotating hosts. Honestly, I kind of hope the daily show never picks a permanent host.

[@RockU2Death5150]

Two of the most amazing people on this or any planet. 🌎💜

[@PlayIt4Wordgames]

Desi is far and away the best guest host so far. She needs to be permanent. Think of it: a female lead on a popular late night talk show. Do it! You won't be sorry 😁

[@designerjackie]

I am so loving Desi and the guests brought on during her week. It's all about empowerment, leveling the playing field for both sexes, all if it. Please continue to show content like this!

[@frijolitodr]

Jameel such an amazing heart, brilliant and very witty, what a woman, keep doing and being amazing 👏 ❤

[@johntumpkin3924]

Desi deserves an A+ for preparation, presentation and programme content.

[@johntumpkin3924]

@Revo 2100 F for Formidable, in English or Italian, and D for Distinctive.

[@kateuhler7803]

👏👏👏👏I love this woman!!and everything she stands for and everything she said in this interview🥰

[@carolineneisha]

This was a fantastic segment - really enjoyed Desi’s role as interviewer, and so resonated with all Jameela shared. #ZebraStrong

[@riancalopes3437]

I love Jameela works and her opinions,she actually is not afraid of speaking her mind.❤

[@laurelsfaves2665]

Love Jameela! She’s so inspiring!

[@MamaTreNiner]

Great topics... RESPECT!!! 🎯💯👍🏿🏆

[@peeweegee]

I was always a JJ fan. This certainly solidified my liking her all the more. Great guest!

[@MyStylist.Naomi12]

I feel like Desi is looking at Jameela the way that we ALL look at Jameela, because we ALL "might LEGIT be into Tahani"

[@tylerhackner9731]

Love her

[@camilliadelagarza4581]

More Desi!!! We need more women in late night!!❤

[@josaphatlee3795]

Eloquent and striking.

[@Latinomicz]

That was quite the interview. I think I need them to run this back one day.

[@englishgardenvideos]

Great Segment! Wonderful, Jameela and Desi!

[@historychannel365]

I hope Desi remains the host! She deserves it, and her earlier bits were brilliant!!

[@vickibwarren9722]

Great show and Desi rocks🎉🎉

[@cynsterfoster2320]

I love this a thousand times!❤❤❤❤

[@jacquesscholtz9603]

Jameela that was beautiful you actually got me tearing up there x

[@skyskeleton9636]

I liked her separating ignorance from evil comment

[@ivans5245]

Jameela and Desi are great

[@sciencemama6801]

Taking exercise BACK, that is amazing!

[@Therika7]

Thank you, Jameela and Desi! ❤

[@aliciamathura7760]

I need a podcast episode with these two or a table talk with them and other hilarious women. I love it

[@katmeowgarcia1483]

5:35 "Anything is a #$%*@ if you are brave enough!!!" Screech!😹 I love Jameela Jamil!!!

[@MisterJIFF]

Will give those podcasts a try , right away

[@iNanieke]

I love her so much!

[@suzannefarrington4143]

She's fabulous.

[@JP-lu9ed]

She’s great!

[@gregbellach8239]

the more i hear Jameela speak the more beautiful she becomes

[@barbgruber]

Desi is incredible!!!

[@keitho8131]

I was on team Jordan. I may be on team Desi now

[@justAguyDs]

Desi and Hasan are my top two pics for a permanent host if they ever decide to go back to that definitely. I wouldn't choose Kepler as I like him better out doing field pieces.

[@claytonmorada]

Kepler hates you for that. I think he is actually starting to get scared in the field pieces.

[@wintersbabyy]

Mine tooooo. I want one of them, I love their vibes.

[@LindaC616]

​@@claytonmoradaI get your point, but the only one allowed to say "Kepler hates" is Kepler

[@bluedancelilly]

Love both these women.

[@carolevolcy7608]

I love her as well on the show!!!

[@modernwonder]

The Body Project channel is an excellent source for low impact and friendly workouts... I don't work for them, just saying they literally saved my life during Covid lockdowns... I did them in my small space, nothing necessary but you can do them with hand weights too to amp them up a bit.

[@stinew358]

Desi does the best interviews

[@steviewonderland2630]

Brilliant women. Twas women and Gen-Z who saved the day, and will again, so on behalf of everyone else, Thank you.

[@duitoadstool]

Gawd, I love JJ!

[@livb7322]

Love both of these women

[@boosuedon]

Desi is just knocking this out of the park! She is the best thing to happen to The Daily Show since Jon Stewart left!

[@boosuedon]

@Revo 2100 First Amendment. You have the right to voice your opinion. So do I.

[@daniellephillips9079]

Great guest, ❤Desi

[@koopatroopa187]

Jameela Jamil is so amazing. She is hands down one of my favorite people in this world.

[@deckzone3000]

Do you hate men like her too?

[@bradleybruvva3021]

Jameela should create a workout app/diet app.

[@scotcity]

I really want her to cohost permanently with Roy Wood, they are both funny

[@goldmother2238]

I needed of that

[@meganann3876]

I needed this. Thank you, again. I try to live my life with a bib because life can be messy

[@joe-edward]

GO DESI!! DESI FOR HOST!!!

[@Alfahoena]

I have come to love this host here. And now with this awesome guest also ...

[@FakingANerve]

Jesus Christ... two absolutely hilarious, brilliant smoke shows.🤯

[@adalovelace521]

she's amazing