Book 2011

The Stewart/Colbert effect

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Publisher: McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers
Language: English
Published: 2011

Parodies, imitations
Television news programs
Daily show (Television program)
American Political satire
History and criticism
Influence
Television comedies
Television and politics

"The ten essays in this interdisciplinary collection explore the issues engendered by the popularity of entertainment news, including the role of satire in politics, the declining level of trust in traditional sources of media, the shows' cathartic or informational function, and the ways in which these shows influence public opinion"--Provided by publisher.