Meghan McCain seems to thrive on stirring up controversy, particularly when it involves late-night talk show hosts. Recently, she opened up about a heated exchange with Seth Meyers regarding Israel, describing it as one of her most unpleasant experiences. Now, on her podcast “Meghan McCain Has Entered the Chat,” she’s back in the spotlight, this time taking shots at former “Daily Show” host Jon Stewart.
In her podcast episode, McCain began by reminiscing about her admiration for Stewart during her teenage years, applauding his humor and intelligence on “The Daily Show.” However, as she matured, got married, and became a parent, she tuned into Stewart’s Apple TV+ show, “The Problem With Jon Stewart,” only to be surprised by what she perceived as a significant shift in his demeanor.
McCain criticized Stewart’s approach on his new show as excessively “woke,” expressing disappointment and stating that she no longer recognized the Jon Stewart she once admired. Despite hoping to see the “original OG Jon Stewart” return, McCain remained skeptical, suggesting that she’s not holding her breath for it.
It’s clear that McCain’s perspective on Stewart has evolved over time, reflecting a potential change in her own political views while implying that Stewart’s stance has remained consistent. Whether Stewart’s return to hosting will bring back the Jon Stewart of old remains uncertain, but McCain’s critique adds an intriguing angle to the discussion.
