In this podcast exclusive, Desi Lydic sits with one of the newest news team members, Troy Iwata to discuss how they met on set of the movie 'Space Cadet,' their Daily Show audition process, how they crafted their Daily Show persona, and the sense of responsibility they feel to viewers. Plus, they reveal which famous Daily Show correspondent created a ten point list for how to shoot a successful field piece. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Desi Lydic and Troy Iwata on Auditioning for The Daily Show and Crafting Their On-Screen Personas

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Gary Clark Jr. On Collaborating with Stevie Wonder | Huey Lewis' Music Hits Broadway

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Desi Lydic and Troy Iwata on Auditioning for The Daily Show and Crafting Their On-Screen Personas

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