The Daily Show: Ears Edition SOTU Recap: Trump Gets Tarantino-Gory & Award-Crazy in Record-Long Address | Jonathan Haidt & Catherine Price
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Feb 26, 2026 
Jonathan Haidt, social psychologist and bestselling author studying youth and tech, joins to talk about children, screens, and a new playbook for parents. He and Catherine Price outline a “rebel code” for real friendship, ways families can set screen boundaries, and why collective action and policy matter. Plus lively takes on a record-long, award-filled State of the Union and chaotic LindellTV moments.
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Awards Filled Gaps In Trump's Address
- Desi Lydic observes Trump's frequent on-stage award presentations and Republican applause extended the State of the Union.
- She interprets the awards as Trump co-opting others' achievements to shore up his image.
Reporter Skit About Missing State Of The Union Medal
- Troy Iwata (character) complains he was the only person in the gallery who didn't get an award during Trump's speech.
- Desi Lydic placates him with a mock presidential water bottle and a gag about spelling pigeon.
LindellTV Blends MAGA Programming With Product Ads
- Jordan Klepper dissects LindellTV as a 24/7 outlet mixing MAGA personalities, awkward production, and constant product ads.
- He highlights shows like The War Room, Diamond and Silk, Rudy Giuliani segments, and nonstop Lindell product spots.
