The Daily Show and the Colbert Report Present the Midterm Midtacular was a one hour 2006 midterm election night special with live, up-to-the-minute coverage of the battle for Congress, hosted by Stephen Colbert. West Coast liberal elites were forced to watch it via tape delay. Jon Stewart was also a host, but that was more of a nod to the liberals than an accurate description of Stewart's role. It aired on November 7th, 2006, so we hope you set your TiVos accordingly, heroes.