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The Daily Show (the AudioBook): An Oral History as Told by Jon Stewart – foreword, Chris Smith
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The Daily Show (the AudioBook): An Oral History as Told smolders in with deadpan energy and comic timing. Expect bad timing to snowball fast, but the characters keep it grounded with real feelings and great pacing. On audio, Oliver Wyman, Jay Snyder, Kevin T. Collins, Chris Lutkin, Robert Fass, Lauren Fortgang nails the rhythm—pauses, punchlines, and the little emotional turns that make the comedy land. Written by Jon Stewart - foreword, Chris Smith, it’s built for readers who love rom-com energy. Runtime is 16 hours and 8 minutes, so it’s easy to fit into a couple listens. Originally released November 22, 2016. As an Amazon…
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Where Listeners Agree
- Humor & banter
- Educational Value
- Tone Intensity
Supported across 9 discussions and multiple networks.
Our Take
Editorial note: The Daily Show (the AudioBook): An Oral History as Told leans dry without feeling mean—high-stakes awkwardness keeps the laughs consistent while dating detours raises the stakes. Even the quieter moments have punchline-level precision. It’s a strong showcase for Jon Stewart - foreword, Chris Smith’s style.
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Edition Details
- Runtime
- 16 hours and 8 minutes
- Release date
- 2016-11-22
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