The Problem with Jon Stewart · S1 · E7
Media
Cable news positions itself as a safeguard of freedom and democracy—but is that undermined by ratings-driven ploys to keep people watching?
About this episode
Cable news positions itself as a safeguard of freedom and democracy—but is that undermined by ratings-driven ploys to keep people watching?
Season 1
1War
43 minSep 30, 2021
Supporting the troops is one thing Americans seem to agree on—but why are so many veterans struggling to receive the care they need?
2Freedom
43 minOct 14, 2021
Americans love freedom. But what price are they willing to pay for it—and what can be learned from other countries that are fighting to be free?
3The Economy
43 minOct 28, 2021
Many politicians praise working-class Americans. But why is so little done to actually help them succeed?
4Guns
41 minNov 11, 2021
Shootings in America are an epidemic. Many agree that bad guys shouldn't have gun access, but how do we decide who the bad guys are?
5The Stock Market
50 minMar 3, 2022
The rise of e-brokers was meant to democratize the stock market—yet inequality in the market has actually worsened. How can it be fixed?
6Climate Change
52 minMar 10, 2022
We're being told the planet is headed towards catastrophe if we don't fix climate change. What will it take for everyone to change their behavior?
7Media
57 minMar 17, 2022Now viewing
Cable news positions itself as a safeguard of freedom and democracy—but is that undermined by ratings-driven ploys to keep people watching?
8Racism
52 minMar 24, 2022
No matter how sincerely some white people want to educate themselves and take action against racism, white comfort seems to block progress.
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