Dystopia Tonight was born out of the Covid-19 Pandemic to give people a light-hearted break from the absurdity of the world around them by showcasing artists, comedians, musicians, and actors from all across the entertainment field and getting them to open up about what exactly they’ve been doing during this bizarre time. John asks about the state of their lives, careers, and well-being, while we all navigate through the current dystopia we’ve come to find ourselves living in.
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Dystopia Tonight was born out of the Covid-19 Pandemic to give people a light-hearted break from the absurdity of the world around them by showcasing artists, comedians, musicians, and actors from all across the entertainment field and getting them to open up about what exactly they’ve been doing during this bizarre time. John asks about the state of their lives, careers, and well-being, while we all navigate through the current dystopia we’ve come to find ourselves living in.
Day 274 - The Human Interests of Madeleine Smithberg
Dystopia Tonight With John Poveromo
1 hour 42 minutes 29 seconds
10 months ago
Day 274 - The Human Interests of Madeleine Smithberg
Madeleine Smithberg is an Emmy and Peabody Award-winning television producer, writer, and comedy trailblazer. As the co-creator of The Daily Show, she helped redefine the boundaries of political satire and late-night television. Before her groundbreaking work on The Daily Show, Madeleine made her mark as a segment producer for Late Night With David Letterman, where she was instrumental in crafting some of the show’s most memorable and innovative moments. Her keen eye for talent and comedic storytelling shaped countless segments that became iconic in late-night history.
Beyond her work with Letterman, Madeleine has a storied career discovering and nurturing comedic voices, launching series, and producing stand-up showcases like Comedy Central Presents: Women Aloud. Her passion for comedy continues with her latest endeavor, Lady Girls, a vibrant talk show aimed at celebrating and empowering women over 50.
On Dystopia Tonight, Madeleine shared fascinating stories from her career, discussed her upcoming memoir “Almost Funny”, which explores her remarkable journey through the world of comedy and television, shining a light on her sense of humor, insight, and boundless creativity that remains an inspiration to everyone in the industry. Enjoy!
Dystopia Tonight With John Poveromo
Dystopia Tonight was born out of the Covid-19 Pandemic to give people a light-hearted break from the absurdity of the world around them by showcasing artists, comedians, musicians, and actors from all across the entertainment field and getting them to open up about what exactly they’ve been doing during this bizarre time. John asks about the state of their lives, careers, and well-being, while we all navigate through the current dystopia we’ve come to find ourselves living in.
