Some of these facts are ones that I've learned over the years so I no longer remember who the original source is. Otherwise, these are details that I've noticed. And if you happen to know any more interesting bits about the Daily Show, please do share!
1. Steve Carell and Stephen Colbert provided the voices for the Ambiguously Gay Duo, the TV Funhouse show that was on SNL. Listen to the voices while watching a clip, and see whether you identify who is speaking for Ace and Gary.
2. Though Fonda's makeout with Colbert was distinctive, her sitting on his lap wasn't. Gillian Anderson once sat on Jon Stewart's lap for a Daily Show promo. Of course, they knew each other well, acting as a couple in the movie "Playing by Heart".
3. Stephen Colbert wants the capital of Wisconsin to be changed from Madison to Stevens Points (an actual city in WI). This was revealed when Ben Karlin, ex-producer of the Daily Show and Colbert Report, gave a talk at UW-Madison...
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