Date of Award
12-4-2006
Degree Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Arts (MA)
Department
Communication
First Advisor
Dr. Michael Bruner - Chair
Second Advisor
Dr. Ted Friedman
Third Advisor
Dr. Greg Smith
Abstract
Jon Stewart, the anchor and purveyor of “fake news,” has catapulted television's The Daily Show into prominence. The show functions as both a source of political humor and a vehicle for political commentary. This thesis explores how the program visually and rhetorically problematizes the hegemonic model of traditional television news, and how it tips the balance between what is considered serious news and what has become cliché about the broadcast industry.
DOI
https://doi.org/10.57709/1061282
Recommended Citation
Hodgkiss, Megan Turley, "Excellence in Incompetence: The Daily Show Creates a Moment of Zen." Thesis, Georgia State University, 2006.
doi: https://doi.org/10.57709/1061282