Dystopia Tonight With John Poveromo24 Joulu 2024

Day 274 - The Human Interests of Madeleine Smithberg

Madeleine Smithberg is an Emmy and Peabody Award-winning television producer, writer, and comedy trailblazer. As the co-creator of The Daily Show, she helped redefine the boundaries of political satire and late-night television. Before her groundbreaking work on The Daily Show, Madeleine made her mark as a segment producer for Late Night With David Letterman, where she was instrumental in crafting some of the show’s most memorable and innovative moments. Her keen eye for talent and comedic storytelling shaped countless segments that became iconic in late-night history. Beyond her work with Letterman, Madeleine has a storied career discovering and nurturing comedic voices, launching series, and producing stand-up showcases like Comedy Central Presents: Women Aloud. Her passion for comedy continues with her latest endeavor, Lady Girls, a vibrant talk show aimed at celebrating and empowering women over 50. On Dystopia Tonight, Madeleine shared fascinating stories from her career, discussed her upcoming memoir “Almost Funny”, which explores her remarkable journey through the world of comedy and television, shining a light on her sense of humor, insight, and boundless creativity that remains an inspiration to everyone in the industry. Enjoy!

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Day 311 - Zak Starkey

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Day 310 - Erica Rhodes and Seth Herzog Live from the Lucille Ball Comedy Fest

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Day 309 - Amy Scott - Gotta Pay The Byrds

Filmmaker Amy Scott joins Dystopia Tonight for a thoughtful conversation about music, identity, and the emotional weight of being seen. Amy Scott is an acclaimed documentary director known for intimat...

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Day 308 - Jimmy Vivino and Mike Zito Live from the Lucille Ball Comedy Fest

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Day 307 - Lenny Apa

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