Mic Drop Comedy

What happens when the people building artificial intelligence begin to fear what it could become? In this thought-provoking episode of The Daily Show, former AI researcher Jacob Coxon sits down with Jon Stewart to discuss the serious risks he witnessed while working at OpenAI and Anthropic.

Coxon shares his concerns about the rapid development of increasingly powerful AI systems, including their potential to act in unexpected ways, enable cyberattacks, and contribute to other catastrophic threats. He also examines the intense competition between technology companies and the question of whether safety is keeping pace with innovation.

The conversation goes beyond technology to explore the promises of an AI-powered utopia, the future of human work, and the importance of purpose, freedom, and personal responsibility. It raises a critical question: should decisions that could shape humanity’s future be left to a small number of powerful companies?

Watch this compelling discussion about AI safety, corporate ambition, technological progress, and the responsibility to ensure that artificial intelligence serves humanity rather than puts it at risk.



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Award-winning actor Andrew Garfield joins The Daily Show to discuss his historical drama The Uprising, a film inspired by the Peasants’ Revolt of 1381 in England. Directed by Paul Greengrass, the movie follows a fictionalized farmer who rises against oppressive taxation and injustice, joining a rebellion that challenges the power of the monarchy.

During the interview with host Michael Kosta, Garfield discusses preparing for the role, the historical events behind the film, and how the struggles of ordinary people centuries ago can reflect issues in today’s society. The conversation also explores acting as a way to understand other people’s experiences, along with lighter discussions about modern culture and sports.

Discover the story behind The Uprising, hear Garfield’s perspective on portraying a revolutionary character, and explore how history, inequality, and the fight for human dignity connect across generations.

An engaging conversation combining entertainment, historical drama, social commentary, and insights into the craft of acting.



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Michael Kosta and The Daily Show take a satirical look at the latest political headlines, including a viral moment involving Ohio gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy at a campaign rally. The segment also covers New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and former rival Curtis Sliwa appearing together while promoting flu-shot awareness in New York City.
With plenty of late-night commentary and political humor, the episode examines the unusual moments making headlines and the unexpected interactions between political figures.


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Sixteen years after The Social Network, Aaron Sorkin returns to the world of Mark Zuckerberg with The Social Reckoning. In this The Daily Show interview, Sorkin discusses revisiting Facebook’s story, the evolution of Zuckerberg’s public image, and how the new film shifts its focus from the creation of Facebook to the consequences of its influence.
Sorkin also reflects on the creative process behind writing and directing the film, the real-world events that inspired it, and what has changed since the original movie. The conversation offers a behind-the-scenes look at how one of Hollywood’s most recognizable tech stories has been reexamined 16 years later.


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John Wilson joins The Daily Show to talk about his feature documentary The History of Concrete, turning one of the world’s most ordinary building materials into an unexpectedly funny and fascinating subject. The conversation explores his unconventional filmmaking style, the challenges of making a feature-length documentary, and how everyday objects can reveal stories about culture, history, and modern life.
From the mundane to the surprisingly meaningful, Wilson discusses the creative process behind transforming concrete into a documentary story while maintaining his trademark observational humor.


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Nate Jackson brings the Crowd Work Pack to Atlanta! Get ready for spontaneous conversations, unexpected audience responses, quick comebacks, and hilarious moments created on the spot with the crowd.
Every interaction takes the comedy somewhere unexpected, and there’s no telling what the audience will say next. Join Nate for another unpredictable collection of live crowd work, improvisation, and comedy from Atlanta.


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The Crowd Work Pack takes over Levity Live Comedy Club in Part 1! Get ready for spontaneous conversations, unexpected audience responses, quick comebacks, and hilarious moments that unfold when the crowd becomes part of the show.
With no script for what happens next, every interaction brings something new. Join us for a night of live crowd work, audience participation, and unpredictable comedy from Levity Live.


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The Crowd Work Pack heads to Memphis, Tennessee! Get ready for spontaneous conversations, unexpected audience responses, quick comebacks, and hilarious moments that unfold when the crowd becomes part of the show.
With every interaction bringing something new, there’s no script for what happens next. Join us for another unpredictable collection of live crowd work, audience participation, and comedy from Memphis.


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Nate Jackson brings the Crowd Work Pack to Phoenix! Expect spontaneous conversations, sharp improvisation, unexpected audience responses, and hilarious moments that can only happen when the crowd becomes part of the show.
Every interaction is unpredictable, and Nate’s quick wit turns audience reactions into comedy on the spot. Join us for a lively collection of crowd work moments from Phoenix.


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Nate Jackson brings the Crowd Work Pack to Washington, D.C.! Get ready for spontaneous conversations, unexpected audience responses, quick comebacks, and hilarious moments that come together in real time.
With every audience interaction taking the comedy somewhere new, there’s no telling what will happen next. Join Nate for an unpredictable collection of live crowd work, improvisation, and comedy from Washington, D.C.


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