Ep 92. David Corn & Michael Isikoff

On The Opposition with Jordan Klepper season 1 episode 92 titled David Corn & Michael Isikoff, Jordan Klepper takes on two veteran journalists who he believes are responsible for stirring up unfounded criticism aimed at President Trump's administration. The two guests, David Corn and Michael Isikoff are accomplished reporters, but Klepper is not impressed as he alleges that their recent work portrays a biased view against the president.

Throughout the episode, Klepper delivers a satirical take on journalism and the current state of the media, in his distinct, deadpan style of comedy. He targets their recent book, Russian Roulette: The Inside Story of Putin's War on America and the Election of Donald Trump which deals with the alleged ties between Russia and Trump's administration. Without giving too much away, Klepper shows what he believes are examples of how their work has stirred up a hornet's nest of unfounded criticism that led to false allegations against the President.

By providing counterpoints to the reporters' arguments, Klepper gets straight to the heart of the core of the issues at hand, in a manner that reflects the absurdity of some of the criticisms that have been made against Trump. He launches into his typically zany, self-mocking, and often hilarious commentary, to challenge the popular narratives promulgated by both journalists.

The show is rich in irony, with Klepper's personal take on how to deal with controversial issues. The commentary offered by Klepper gets to the heart of the current American divide and how various groups view the media as opposed to the government. The episode forces viewers to think introspectively about where they stand regarding the issue and if media sensationalism has led to questions more than answers.

Throughout the episode, Klepper repeatedly inserts various metaphors and stark comparisons to help viewers contextualize the current media scene. The show provides a unique exploration of the news media's role in the larger narrative of US politics, while still making us laugh and forget for a moment, the gravity of the currently charged political climate.

By going after Corn and Isikoff, Klepper is engaging those who hold liberal views accountable for their opinions while perhaps shielding his own biases. The Opposition with Jordan Klepper does not shy from hard-hitting humor and taking positions that others would deem controversial or even adversarial. All the while, it promotes discussion and free exchange of ideas by satirizing both sides of the conversation.