The Daily Show S02E64 - Paul W. Downs

With Biden and Trump set to face-off in their first presidential debate of 2024, Michael Kosta is taking a look at each candidate's preparation. While Joe Biden is practicing being insulted at mock debates, Trump is lowering expectations, accusing Biden of doping, and making up some new words, like "refuttal." Desi Lydic and Troy Iwata weigh in with a debate over the best type of debate prep. Emmy-winning writer, actor, and co-creator of the hit Max series "Hacks" Paul W. Downs talks to Michael Kosta about his multi-hyphenate role at the show, what it means in comedy to be a "hack," how people outside of showbiz can relate to the character of Deborah Vance, and how The Daily Show brought him and his "Broad City" co-star Ilana Glazer into each other's lives.