Jordan Klepper's Heart-to-Heart with Trump Supporter - After the Cut | The Daily Show

[@sonrobo74]

Jordan Klepper is an underrated national treasure. Candid, unscripted clips are always my favorite as they are Klepper at his finest...absolute top tier human with comedic talent, intelligence, eloquence and character.

[@MISNM0]

Completely agree. Glad he's a public figure.

[@magnificentfailure2390]

I wish people would watch the clips I share. I think Jordan is a treasure, too.

[@JayHindo]

Well said!

[@MCP920]

He is the best. Always enjoy him.

[@Nathanaelnielson]

@@sonrobo74 Yes. He is a national treasure!

[@silverXnoise]

Sincerity is a potent weapon against cynicism and toxic groupthink.

[@mtnman1984]

Face to face, extended conversations are a potent weapon against social media.

[@moe47988]

Look in the mirror.

[@Nathanaelnielson]

This would be why people tell me a lot of wild things I guess. You have to meet people where they're at. There's always something to be agreed on. Everybody's brain does not work the same. Many of us prioritize things differently.

[@beenaplumber8379]

@@Nathanaelnielson I think you just have to meet people in real life, not on the internet, and not at functions where the goal is to defeat the opponent. I've had lots of great conversations with conservatives like this. This story doesn't surprise me at all.

[@Nathanaelnielson]

@@beenaplumber8379 Oh yeah, no. That's what I meant. I'm a contractor in rural Iowa. Obviously I don't agree on everything here, there, sometimes anywhere but, I'll chit chat about whatever. If you give someone about 15 minutes of undivided attention, they might give you a summary of their life. Which usually explains where they're at.

[@henrythegreatamerican8136]

One of the best "after the cuts" I've seen on the Daily Show.

[@Andy_Tx]

This is so great because we need to have more in person conversations and less twitter propaganda fights

[@tinotsutchie]

We don't talk to people we know on the best of days. Talking to a complete stranger with different political beliefs is a hail mary of an ask.

[@vincentjohnflorio]

@@tinotsutchie I just talk to strangers, and don't ask what their beliefs are. Most of the people I talk to in my area probably believe different things, but the interaction I think might be more useful.

[@blakelivesmatter]

There are no balanced fights on twitter anymore, it's just MAGA and Elon's army of sycophants and bots.

[@nicholasmiscunaitis6438]

⁠The Democrats are flocking to Bluesky, but their journey is still far from over.

[@My-Pal-Hal]

​@nicholasmiscunaitis6438 Journey,.. or Escape 🤔

[@GetOutandVote1]

Jordan Klepper is fantastic. I so appreciate his intelligence. He makes the rest of us a bit smarter if we just listen.

[@juliewalsh7401]

Reminds me of Conan OBrien intellectual and unabashed humor

[@MrEmpireBuilder0000]

I believe Klepper is a worthy successor to Stewart. he's got it.

[@seashackf1]

I agree, but I’m not sure that’s all the criteria necessary to get the job. Rating tanked last time he left, but they kept going in that direction for another 8 years.

[@MonkeyHero]

He doesnt have the same level of charm. Trevor is less funny than Stewart to me, but he carries similar charm.

[@whizthesugoi]

i wish it was josh though... but i dont think all his years as a writer for the show prepared him for the table unfortunately

[@user-qo4kb4dr1i]

​@@whizthesugoi Josh who?

[@-smellerbee-]

Did you watch the opposition with Jordan Klepper? Very very funny

[@1renegadegeek]

Klepper has so much more empathy than people give him credit for. Ironically he's what I'd want in a representative or politician. Someone who can have an authentic conversation, hear viewpoints he doesn't agree with, and still hold space for those ideas while holding fast to his own beliefs.

[@TheMo0nz]

Holy shat you are very well spoken mr. Klepper. US politicians could take a lesson from this. All journalists could too.

[@thisisstupid2]

They know this. They are all pals off camera

[@revcor632]

While we're at it might as well get the entire problem framed: every person on Earth could use a refresher of this lesson. The internet has made people worse everywhere.

[@tinaperez7393]

KEY: there were no cameras or social media when they talked. That's largely why they were able to.

[@globdrop]

Yes, that's what he said

[@youredumb7938]

It sounds like that made a bigger difference to "wall suit guy".

[@TheChivalricKnight]

It's because MAGAts are scared. Fear keeps them in line; specifically, the fear of being ostracized by their hateful group.

[@kavoik]

The walls were down

[@nitzyblack6143]

Thank you Jordan for reminding us of our 'humanness' 👏👏👏

[@whalesong8040]

Jordan Klepper exudes emotional intelligence, humanity, and quick-thinking smarts and humor. What an amazing combination of gifts and skills. He is doing his perfect work, and helping the rest of us through this demoralizing debacle.

[@tao2bruno259]

I love Jordan Klepper. He’s so smart and able to turn a situation on its head. Always impressed by his way to do it.

[@lizzie.4k]

love you klepper👏👏👏

[@juancarlospou6311]

Best news and reporting in months!

[@fitzcorraldo8570]

That Jordan needs FOUR security guards with him when he’s in the field at these rallies is a damning indictment of the MAGA movement if you need to resort to violence against a satirist you’ve so clearly lost the argument and any moral authority.

[@VoodooV1]

but but but but but..they're the party of law and order!!!!!

[@shaggyantman4523]

He has faced no violence. I seem to remember BLM engaging in mass violence and destruction of property. And I'm not sure how peaceful, forcfully occupying a few city blocks is?

[@JoshKruger-o4g]

NEEDS four guards? I don't think you listened very well, unless there's some back story I'm missing. It's interesting from Jordan himself also that he seemed to lead into the story like we'd understand once he told it, but there was no explanation of any danger or reason for security at all. It's also pretty sad that the entire point behind his story is that when we HUMANIZE each other rather than DEMONIZE, we remember that we're all human, and actually want a lot of the same things. Bravo for taking the traditional bait and bashing MAGA though. I bet you learned a lot from losing this election too.

[@twilightgutz]

@@JoshKruger-o4g Monkey see monkey say moment here. He implies that security protocol changed BECAUSE he saw someone outside of filming in a different setting hours after being berated by him. If brick suit guy wasn't actually chill it could've been a different story. I don't think you listened very well, and I don't think you know enough about what you're saying considering you turn it into a "you hate MAGA!!!" moment to get another up on this guy.

[@bearsuitattack]

@@JoshKruger-o4g Yeah, the MAGAs would never physically attack or hurt anyone when they are in large groups..... Definitely not cops or anything crazy like that....

[@sporksyndicate]

Kudos for recording and posting this. It's an important part of the path back to whatever the post-tr**p normal awaits our country. And yes, Jordan Klepper is a national treasure.

[@cindy_kbt]

There is no back. Either MAGA is somehow roundly defeated and they all crawl back into the dark p,aces they come from or we are done as a democracy.

[@mhewwariya2395]

Bravo! Even more reasons to love Jordan Klepper🎉

[@SuperToughnut]

Great story. I'm glad i watched this video.

[@jamessears1000]

There was a woman who walked into the bathroom with a journalist, Katy Tur, getting ready to go into the lion's den with one of the many Trump rally's back in 2016. The woman was a hair dresser. She asked to help Tur if Tur wanted help. The start to talk. No hecking. No curse words. They were comfortable talking with the other. When they went out into the arena, it changed. The woman turned into a vituperative, nasty person. She was yelling mild words like "F**k You!". There were nastier words, too. After the rally was over, she found Tur and asked for a photo. She was bubbling over and hoped Tur would come to more rallys for all of the great times. She was separated with the rally vs. her normal life in her own mind. Tragic and very, very dangerous.

[@realworkoutsforrealpeople5041]

I love you just for using "vituperative"

[@beenaplumber8379]

This isn't so bad. There are nasty members of congress who are apparently real sweethearts and surprisingly intelligent, but when they're on the floor, they play to the voters. Lindsay Graham has a lot of Dem friends because he's like that, and that means he's capable of doing meaningful work, including finding compromises with his political opponents, behind the scenes, where it often matters. A lot of Dem senators respect him. There just haven't been many opportunities lately where it's been politically advantageous for him to work across the aisle. Republicans are all kinda stuck right now, and it's not because they have two faces. They're just cursed with the most vile leadership they've ever had. And I agree about "vituperative".

[@tigq1430]

​@@beenaplumber8379I saw "that" in an interview in a car with lindsay. He was a different person talking about President Biden.

[@nomore6167]

@@beenaplumber8379 "Republicans are all kinda stuck right now, and it's not because they have two faces. They're just cursed with the most vile leadership they've ever had" - Sorry, but you are completely wrong in that assessment. They are not stuck because of their leadership. They *ARE* stuck because they have two faces. They are stuck because they have no honesty and no integrity. They are stuck because their desire for money and power is greater than their desire to improve the lives of their constituents.

[@nicolecopland461]

Linds is a complete f'n hypocrite, though. ​@@beenaplumber8379

[@123christamarie]

The genius of his comedy is so genuine.

[@GB-TX]

Bless you, Klepper.

[@majr59]

Excellent Jordan!

[@JillKnapp]

Jordan is a gift. ❤

[@Ultrevolous]

What a rare moment of genuine self reflection and humanness

[@daynab33]

I just love Jordan Klepper. So talented and funny and engaging.

[@AW_7_7_7]

This is so touching , Jordan. There is hope for humanity yet.

[@mackenziechilders9377]

Hey, this is great! Reminds me of a similar situation I was in just last summer! I was traveling on an international flight from the U.S. to Finland and sat next to a fellow from Russia who had lived in the U.S. for a long time. We started talking before the flight took off UNTIL IT LANDED and then KEPT TALKING as we walked off the plane (at a couple points I had to strongly push the conversation aside so I could sleep/eat/etc.). We were complete opposites on /everything/. He was a Russian Orthodox Jew who was incredibly conservative while I am a liberal Christian. He was a strong and fast Trump supporter while I am adamantly against (and appalled by) this administration. Ideologically, we were entirely opposed (if I began to share the topics we discussed, my liberal friends would be utterly horrified anyone could believe what he believed). But here’s the thing-I absolutely adored him. He was a fantastic listener, he genuinely wanted to hear ‘my side of the story’, so to speak, he was affirming and kind, highly intelligent, and by the end of some of our conversations he even told me that he’d never considered what I’d proposed. By the end of the flight he was showing me photos of his family and we were laughing and having a wonderful, wonderful time. Even as we stepped off that plane, he kept looking behind him to wave over and over again. I’ll never forget that plane ride. On paper, over the internet, we’d have never made a connection like that-it’s possible I would’ve even resented a man like him. But in person, knowing the real human, I loved him. Despite all of this madness, despite the hurricane of evil and illusions that has been cooked up, I do believe people are fundamentally all searching for the same things: connection, safety, tenderness, love. Thanks for sharing this story, Jordan. Somewhere out there is my own “brick suit guy”, and I really love and cherish him, and the future I believe in and want to make is a future for both of us. Keep on, friends.

[@wanderlustworldschooling543]

Studies show that the more you study something, the more you appreciate and understand it. A college professor did an experiment around this idea where he had students research something they didn’t like and they found that the students came out with a different understanding and appreciation for what they researched. That is why they have to keep us divided.

[@nicolecopland461]

"they," as if republicans haven't been wanting to eliminate education and drive Americans into poverty EVERY chance they get for DECADES. I think it's healthy that people know the differences, e.g., one party CONSISTENTLY destroys the economy while telling voters they won't. One party CONSISTENTLY pulls us into recovery. One party thinks all Americans deserve rights, too, while the other demonizes minorities and immigrants continually.

[@matsuiflex]

What a wonderful story

[@josephkremer8935]

well done, Klepper. There's some hope at least...

[@AKblackkat3145]

Wow love this. Comedic and intellectual honesty

[@SunnyAquamarine2]

You're totally right, Jordan. TY for sharing this.

[@runzoni]

Just lovely Let's be human! 💚💚💚

[@jackieb8266]

We are, they are not. Sorry but I see this daily with members of my family who voted for the Orange thing. They want to do all the talking about Trump and are not willing to see or listen to others point of view.

[@Rockingruvin]

Oh Jordan.... I felt so so much for you because you had joined TDS at the same time that Jon moved on.... but dude, you are awesome!!!! I'm glad you're still at it. And your comments in this bit are so true... and that's part of your gift, that you can relate to these people in situations that usually would make it really difficult. We gotta find some common ground if we're ever gonna change the polarized politiscape that we have now. Props and props and props....

[@Sgeorge-uz5uo]

Well Done Jordan! 👍

[@sonekulla]

Wow. Thank you, Jordan.

[@roberthiltz2741]

Well said as always Jordan

[@clav93089]

Exactly why social media has made things more toxic - there’s no room for true human connection and nuanced conversation with the goal of understanding. It’s all about gotcha moments and defeating the opposition, treating those with differing beliefs as enemies and idiots. Understanding is NOT the same thing as agreeing, but when we disagree we tend to shut people out and not even try to understand one another. Jordan Klepper and Trevor Noah I think are phenomenal at having this type of discussion with those who they disagree with.

[@JVSMusic70]

Very cool story, gets me thinking that online discussions suffer from the same problem, like cameras in congress, people who would have a normal discussion on a disagreement in real life will try to outdo each other to win the argument and get more extreme to do so.

[@1PeakMindset]

In both online interactions and face-to-face conversations, people often prioritize proving themselves right rather than truly engaging in active listening. Instead of seeking to understand the other person’s perspective in greater depth, they focus on defending their own viewpoint or winning the argument. This tendency can lead to missed opportunities for meaningful connection, mutual understanding, and productive dialogue. By shifting the focus from proving a point to genuinely listening and exploring different perspectives, we create space for deeper communication and shared growth.

[@poppykelly2619]

Thank you for sharing this! Thank you Jordan for being you!

[@Avenged7777Sevenfold]

I Love Jordan, he's awesome!❤️

[@zenmazster]

Well that was my fav 4 minutes of Klepper ever well said, that’s a really important story

[@russupton7507]

This is a clip that does give me hope.

[@joodie126]

You're my favorite, Jordan

[@wettuga2762]

Completely 100% agree: more sincere conversations and less "for the camera" provocations.

[@TT-qo9dv]

Jordan is a gem 🇺🇸

[@joelvz6093]

Klepper is the man!

[@Jillians1025]

Jordan, I truly admire you. Thank you for sharing this. Maybe a bit of a reminder to all of us, ✌️💙🙏

[@michaelcalderon3164]

Love Klepper! Awesome smart. Supper intelligent. Always on spot and on point

[@ramonjohnson7923]

Pete Hegseth: A DUI hire!😆

[@mariegeorge8865]

😂😂😂

[@Thefrayenters]

DEI hire! 🤣😭

[@sunnybeyene436]

​@@ThefrayentersNope, Pete Hegseth is definitely a DUI Hire. @ramonjohnson7923 said it correctly the first time 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@LogicChaotic]

So you’re okay with women being in the battle field? Also lowering standards which they have already A TON! Yikes.. please stay away from the military we don’t want you. EDIT: not to say you can even join, I doubt you could run two miles straight to even save your life, pathetic.

[@TheNikkiRedd216]

Thank you for the hope. Its very important, and sincerely appreciated. Cheers!

[@jeffparent2159]

What a great moment to have. Unfortunately we don't vote on every aspect of the government every day. Instead we have to live with the results of people's choices for many years. These types of humbling conversations need to happen now so in another half decade or so we might be able to right the ship again.

[@melindah3954]

Beautiful and Heartwarming 💗💫

[@maincharacterNRG]

Love this anecdote and Jordan. ❤

[@kilpsy1]

Nice Jordan! That gives me hope!

[@JoshKruger-o4g]

As a conservative, I find this story very refreshing to hear about people on both sides. Respect to both of them for having the experience and sharing it. We need to get back to when we could be civil like that, regardless of party BS. We can disagree vehemently on issues, but we are still countrymen, and should treat each other accordingly.

[@hpittman2413]

All of this! Will you run for President?

[@MariaMartinez-researcher]

Please, run for office.

[@kevinslater4126]

Conservatism follows the Chicago School of Economics which is ruining our country, imprisons people for having addictions, blames the poor and homeless, is trying to drive out immigrants, takes away people's healthcare, and denies climate change. Explain to me why I should listen to a word you say.

[@Taijifufu]

It would be nice except the Republican strategy for the last 30 years has been divide and conquer. Use wedge issues to separate voting groups. They are very deliberately not being civil. The guy about to be president again made multiple jokes at multiple rallies about Speaker Pelosi's husband. His entire strategy is to not be civil.

[@MrYago-xd7um]

Yeeaaahhhh dems tried that over the last two decades, the Al Gore curtsies didn't pan out.

[@markhuston7980]

So articulate and humanistic. Just wow.

[@simonelavigne8618]

Great anecdote. Thanks for sharing this.

[@CareyMowry-xy3si]

Well said

[@MCP920]

Nice story. Thanks for sharing.

[@BretRBoulter]

Dude you rock.

[@Ddrhl]

I admire your skills, Mr. Klepper. You are the right person at the right time.

[@katemovingmusic88]

I really appreciate this story & reflections . Thank you

[@LusheRenRen]

Always admired the wit + optimism of "Keppler". And I hate to ruin the positive vibes, but no matter how you think you "softened ground", a MAGAT who isn't dumb starts to seem reasonable, he or she will still vote for + support Toadstool for life. I think Leguizamo proved this in a segment w/ Latino voters. 😩 So I guess my point is, engage w/ MAGATs if you insist, but just don't expect anything to have a lasting effect or meaning. 😲

[@kellyroper5256]

This was beautiful

[@rrosaseconda]

WOW. Brilliant analysis of a real event. This comedian is up there with the American Pantheon of Humor.

[@redmoondesignbeth9119]

A wonderful off the cuff moment.

[@Car-obsession-understatement]

Wow…Well said.

[@NoSacredCowFla]

This was so bright and shiny😁

[@annettebourbonniere8119]

That was profound. Thank you.

[@TommyPickIes]

Fascinating

[@kathryn516]

Wow, that was beautiful!

[@susanreichle3869]

Brilliant !

[@sheilahmercer1637]

Well said sir!!!!! 🙏👏🙏

[@TheBsmith97]

This is fantastic

[@carfo]

This clip is literally epic. I love it in every way.

[@micumatrix]

hear hear! 👏🥇watch this show for 15+y and I really love this version of it! Please continue like this.

[@brandonminkos6518]

Most people I know lean right and I'll not give up on em even if my brain hurts 🤕

[@T.T.M.60]

That’s a great story!

[@brianvigneau2074]

That's what I'm talking about!!!!!!!! ❤️

[@patrickjenkins6383]

As if anyone could forget how quick & clever Jordan Klepper can be. 😅

[@jonathans.9488]

Great message.

[@dgs060481]

Jordan Klepper is a National treasure

[@DonneeBrito]

This was so encouraging. Thank you for sharing this story. And I fully agree.

[@francieanneriley7349]

Thank you.

[@Homemovies78657]

This is what media should actually be like.

[@firestarter8202]

I am so glad this show and others like it remain on the air. We need a place where we can go and feel safe and comforted. A place where our values can be affirmed. These sanctuaries are critical toward the maintenance of our mental health. So grateful!

[@scl9153]

Great question & great answer 👏🏼 👏🏼

[@John-t5m4u]

Thank you for that story, so much needed !!!!!

[@sethlarson9433]

If there was an award for journalism, Jordan Klepper deserves to win it.

[@LexIconLS]

There are awards for journalism. The Pulitzer Prize is the most prestigious.

[@marymactavish]

There are awards for journalism.

[@oceanNmotoWoman]

So. Well. Said.

[@DJCosmicLatte]

That was *profound.* Jordan is an incredible man on so many fronts.

[@patriciaramsey732]

Thank you Jordan I needed that today. ❤

[@ramanderson1]

Well you didn't expect to cry when I watched this this morning, but wow. This has got to be the way forward.

[@pameladamaris3204]

That was a great story. Thank you.

[@roodbennett]

He and Jon are effing AMAZING ❤

[@ickleronny]

Thanks for sharing, Jordan.

[@katemarr1984]

@JordanKlepper Bravo!!!!!

[@JulezWhitehorse]

You are awesome!! Keep on, keeping on!!! Love ya

[@ajvxlii]

Well said, Jordan. I appreciate your insight, it makes me look inward. Thank you.