Ep 92. In The Foxhole: Vol 2.
- July 8, 2019
- 1290 min
In The Foxhole: Vol 2 is the 92nd episode of the 2019 season of The Daily Show with Trevor Noah. In this episode, Trevor Noah takes a satirical look at Fox News and their coverage of current events in America. He examines the network's bias towards certain political parties and their role in shaping public opinion.
The episode begins with Trevor Noah highlighting some of the recent controversies surrounding Fox News, including the departure of some of their most popular hosts. He then moves on to a segment about Fox News' coverage of the migrant crisis at the US-Mexico border. He critiques the network's portrayal of immigrants as being criminals and terrorists, and highlights the fact that most migrants are simply seeking a better life for themselves and their families.
Next, Trevor Noah turns his attention to Fox News' coverage of climate change, or lack thereof. He examines the network's dismissive attitude towards the scientific consensus on climate change, and highlights the dangers of ignoring the issue. He also calls out Fox News for their hypocrisy in criticizing liberal politicians for using private jets while ignoring the fact that many conservative politicians do the same.
Throughout the episode, Trevor Noah uses clips from Fox News to illustrate his points, juxtaposing them with facts and statistics that contradict the network's narrative. He also interviews several guests who offer their perspective on Fox News and its impact on American society.
The final segment of the episode focuses on the recent controversy surrounding Fox News host Jeanine Pirro, who made controversial comments about Democratic congresswoman Ilhan Omar. Trevor Noah uses this incident as an example of Fox News' willingness to push extreme and divisive narratives in order to generate ratings and maintain their influence.
In The Foxhole: Vol 2 is a powerful and insightful episode of The Daily Show with Trevor Noah, offering a critical look at one of America's most influential news networks. Through its sharp humor and incisive commentary, the episode challenges viewers to think critically about the media they consume and the role it plays in shaping the world around us.
