Jon Stewart Criticizes NBC and CNN for Blocking Reporters from His Podcast

Stewart highlights the irony of news organizations that champion transparency refusing to allow their journalists to participate in open discussions.

Stewart claims NBC and CNN are not permitting their reporters to appear on his podcast, The Weekly Show.
Producers have faced repeated refusals and lack of explanations from these networks.
Stewart argues this behavior contradicts the networks' stated commitment to transparency and access.
The issue raises questions about potential rivalries and perceived partisanship influencing these decisions.
Stewart underscores the enthusiasm of individual reporters who are willing but ultimately restricted by their employers.