'The Problem with Jon Stewart' leaves Apple over AI and China episode plans
Oct 20, 2023 - macworld.com
Jon Stewart's show, _The Problem with Jon Stewart_, is reportedly parting ways with Apple due to disagreements over topics and guests. The New York Times reports that the filming of season 3 was about to begin when Stewart and Apple had a falling out, particularly over episodes about China and AI. Stewart did not want to give up creative control or be censored, and the upcoming 2024 election also raised concerns about potential disagreements.
In addition to the show, an exclusive podcast will also be canceled. The future of a first-look deal between Stewart’s production company, Busboy Productions, and Apple for potential future projects is currently unclear. It appears that both parties have decided to walk away from the entire contract.
Key takeaways:
Jon Stewart and Apple have reportedly parted ways over disagreements about the topics and guests planned for the third season of 'The Problem with Jon Stewart'.
Episodes about China and AI made Apple nervous, but Stewart didn’t want to relinquish creative control or be censored.
The weekly TV show was accompanied by an exclusive podcast, which will also be canceled.
Stewart’s production company, Busboy Productions, had a first-look deal with Apple for potential future projects, the status of which remains unclear.
