From PA to Showrunner: Jen Flanz’s Journey At The Daily Show | Behind the Show

The Daily Show: Ears Edition

Comedy Central

News, Daily News, Comedy

4.2 • 14.2K Ratings

🗓️ 23 September 2024

⏱️ 36 minutes

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Summary

Desi Lydic sits with Daily Show executive producerJen Flanz to discuss Jen’s journey at the show from production assistant all the way up to showrunner. They discuss the early days, when the show was hand-delivered on tape to the broadcast center every night, how Jon Stewart showed her how to lead by empowering people on the staff, and the advice she has for anyone looking to move up in TV. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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0:00.0	This fall on Paramount Plus, Australia's favorite couple returns.
0:03.7	You and I are starting something with or with our colleague, aren't we?
0:07.2	I mean, I'm not trying to marry you or anything.
0:08.8	He brought us together, Gordon, we're not giving up.
0:10.8	And they want their dog back.
0:12.1	We made a mistake.
0:13.0	a mistake.
0:14.0	Don't miss the award winning series.
0:16.0	IndieWire calls a comedic gem.
0:18.0	How many people have you slept quick?
0:19.0	I'll go first.
0:20.0	Nine.
0:21.0	Less than not.
0:22.0	No, Gordon, my whole life. This is less than not. No, Gordon, my whole life.
0:24.0	This is quality.
0:25.0	Calling from accounts, new season streaming September 26 on Paramount Plus.
0:30.0	You're listening to Comedy Central.
0:33.0	Hello and
0:35.0	Hello and welcome to the
0:38.0	Hello and
0:43.0	Welcome to the Daily Show Ears Edition.
0:45.0	This is Desi Lydick.
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