The Stewart/Colbert Effect: Essays on the Real Impacts of Fake News

This essential collection of articles provides a comprehensive exploration of the impact of popular entertainment news shows, such as The Daily Show with Jon Stewart and The Colbert Report, on political, cultural, and social life.

With sharply focused research and accessible writing, this book expands the growing scholarship on these influential television programs and offers insight into their cathartic or informational function, as well as their influence on public opinion.

Whether you're a student, educator, or simply a fan of these shows, this collection is an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the role of satire in politics and the ways in which entertainment news shapes our perceptions of the world around us.