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Mar 2023
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Leslie Jones Reflects on Her Week as Dai...

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The Daily Show's first guest host Leslie Jones chats with Roy Wood Jr about her week behind the desk.  She shares how SNL prepared her for this role, what advice Chris Rock gave her, why she wanted to tackle men’s mental health on the show, and the backstories she created for each of the Daily Show correspondents. Also, find out her thoughts on Rihanna’s Sup ... Show More
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