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Thoughts on the rebooting of The Daily Show and the end of an "error"

Feb 22, 2024

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Michael Leibel on X: "To wish Bob Odenkirk a speedy recovery, here's a photo of him and David Cross playing Super Smash Bros. Melee on the Nintendo Gamecube https://t.co/PtIbJyBEbq" / X — *Once upon a time, Bob and David did the work*

I’ve been working on this one for a few weeks. It’s the sort of longer, more detailed writing I keep behind the paywall. If you’re interested in Mr. Show, The Daily Show, and what followed therefrom, gamble a measly $5 and give it a taste.

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