The cable network initially ordered an eight-week run of the show, a companion piece to "The Daily Show With Jon Stewart" that features "Daily Show" alum Stephen Colbert spoofing news-commentary programs. Lauren Corrao, executive vp original programming and development at Comedy Central, praised executive producers Jon Stewart, Ben Karlin and Colbert, calling the trio a "talented and creative team." Giving the show a full-year order was one of the easiest decisions I've ever made in my career.

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