During a recent episode of Comedy Central's 'The Daily Show,' Jon Stewart addressed the notion that television is dying in the age of social media. Responding to a viewer's question about young people consuming information and entertainment primarily through social platforms, Stewart challenged the assertion that TV is on its way out.
Stewart emphasized that watching content on a computer or phone still constitutes television viewing, just through a different delivery method. He likened it to consuming heroin in various forms, highlighting that the essence of television remains unchanged despite evolving viewing habits.
Stewart's return to 'The Daily Show' has been met with significant success, drawing in high viewership numbers reminiscent of his earlier tenure on the show. His comeback has proven to be a ratings hit for Comedy Central, with a recent episode garnering the highest viewership since Stewart's departure in 2015.
Prior to rejoining Comedy Central, Stewart had a brief stint at Apple, where he attempted to launch a talk show series called 'The Problem.' Despite initial plans for the show, it was ultimately canceled after its second season. Stewart cited a desire to share his thoughts during the election season as a driving force behind his return to Comedy Central.
While Stewart's departure from Apple was reportedly amicable, there were reported disagreements over the content of the show's potential third season, particularly regarding topics such as artificial intelligence and China.
