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Leno: Podcasts are the new talk shows
18 Jun
Summary
- Jay Leno believes podcasts have replaced traditional talk shows.
- He states Joe Rogan is the new Johnny Carson.
- Leno blames excessive commercials for late night's decline.
Jay Leno observes that podcasts have become the new talk shows, drawing a parallel between Joe Rogan and Johnny Carson. He notes significant shifts in media and America since he hosted The Tonight Show.
Leno attributes the fading relevance of late-night television primarily to an excess of commercials. He explains that increased ad time reduced the actual show content from 48 minutes to 42 minutes during his era, fragmenting the viewing experience.
He finds the current landscape of late-night television unappealing due to frequent commercial interruptions. Leno contrasts this with the longer, more conversational formats available on streaming and YouTube, which he believes audiences now prefer.
The former Tonight Show host emphasizes that the medium of television has changed, moving away from 'appointment television.' He argues that the ability to watch content on demand has diminished the immediacy and cultural impact of traditional 11:30 PM broadcasts.
Leno hosts 'Jay Leno's Garage' on YouTube, embracing digital platforms. He previously left The Tonight Show in 2014 and now performs stand-up comedy 200 dates a year, managing his own negotiations.
