The Relentless Wit of Josh Johnson: Comedy’s Hardest-Working Storyteller Entertainment Desk - In an era of viral clips and 15-second fame, Josh Johnson has built something far more substantial. A writer, correspondent, and now a rotating host for The Daily Show , Johnson has emerged as one of the most prolific and insightful voices in modern comedy. 1  His rise to fame wasn’t a stroke of overnight luck; it was a masterclass in narrative craftsmanship and an unrelenting work