In this episode of "The Ezra Klein Show," Ezra Klein and Jon Stewart discuss the changes in American politics since Stewart hosted "The Daily Show." They reflect on the 2010 Rally to Restore Sanity and/or Fear, initially a reaction to Glenn Beck's rallies, highlighting emerging political divisions. Stewart critiques the evolving role of media in amplifying political rhetoric and fueling polarization. The conversation addresses media's influence on societal perceptions, capitalism's role in media segmentation, and the impact of algorithms on content delivery. Stewart also examines the changes in media figures like Tucker Carlson and critiques media executives' focus on profit over ideology.