Patrick recommended this book if I was a fan of the show or Jon Stewart. I am both but was a little worried about a book of an oral history...how weird it that? Turns out not weird at all. The book is arranged chronologically and covers many of the big changes that took place starting with Jon Stewart taking over the show. There are enough people interviewed that you get a real "360" view of events. I especially liked the viewpoints from the "back room" staff. Many people started out as interns and worked their way up in the organization. The show isn't perfect but it was interesting to delve into some of the issues and get a better idea of what was happening. Although he never intended it, Stewart became one of the most trusted news sources in the country as they became better at pointing out the absurdity of the real world.
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