The Daily Show Guests September 9, 2026

Episode clips

Jia Tolentino

Jia Tolentino discusses the “Instagram face,” algorithm-shaped beauty standards, and the pressure of online appearance culture.

Interview

Jia Tolentino - “Instagram Face” and Our Inverted Beauty Standards | The Daily Show

Jia Tolentino explains the “Instagram face” and discusses how algorithms, beauty standards, and online culture shape a standardized ideal of appearance. She examines the pressure these standards place on women and internet users.

Other episode clips

Desk Segment

GOP RSVP's "No" to Trump Convention & Push to Ban Mamdani from 9/11 Ceremony | The Daily Show

The Daily Show covers Republican reactions to Donald Trump’s convention, a nonexistent NFL player, and Fox News rhetoric about Islamophobia, including efforts to exclude Zohran Mamdani from a September 11 ceremony.

FAQ

Who were the guests on The Daily Show on Sep 9, 2026?

Jia Tolentino was a guest on this episode.

When did this episode air?

Sep 9, 2026.