The Daily Show releases archival audition tapes for 30th anniversary

To celebrate its 30th anniversary, “The Daily Show” has released a 10-minute compilation of previously unseen audition tapes from its past and present correspondents. The video features various figures who became prominent in late-night television, including John Oliver, Michael Che, Samantha Bee, and Jessica Williams.

The footage shows several correspondents interacting with former hosts Jon Stewart and Trevor Noah. In one segment, Stewart jokes with a young John Oliver about the necessity of changing his name to avoid confusion. Other featured auditions include current rotating hosts Desi Lydic, Jordan Klepper, Michael Kosta, Ronny Chieng, and Josh Johnson, as well as former correspondents such as Ed Helms, Rob Riggle, and Rob Corddry.