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Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2021: Samantha Bee, Dan Wilson and more

Today on q: political comedian Samantha Bee, playwright Juliet Gilkes Romero, Semisonic frontman and songwriter Dan Wilson.
Political comedian Samantha Bee, playwright Juliet Gilkes Romero, Semisonic frontman and songwriter Dan Wilson. (Getty Images, Steve Tanner, Devin Pedde)

Today on q, with guest host Talia Schlanger:

  • On the eve of her sixth season hosting the late-night satirical news show Full Frontal, Toronto-born comedian Samantha Bee reflects on covering what's arguably been the most tumultuous period in American political history.

  • Playwright Juliet Gilkes Romero tells us how her latest work, The Whip, presents a different discussion around the slave trade.

  • Semisonic frontman Dan Wilson reflects on his biggest hits, new music and how to become a better songwriter.