The Bite, contrary to popular thought, is not a restaurant, but instead the newest student comedy show to be aired on Wolf TV. 

Created by and for the students, The Bite is the brainchild of Sean Smith, a senior in international studies and the host of the show. The program format is similar to Comedy Central’s The Colbert Report and The Daily Show.

The show was born out of necessity, according to Smith.

“Sometimes this campus takes things far too seriously, and we lacked an unrestricted critical voice, thus, a TV broadcast was born to comment on society and entertain students,” Smith said.

Though primarily created for NCSU students, the show wants to appeal to anyone who appreciates satire and witty humor.

Smith’s dry sense of humor is a fresh alternative to other satirical news shows, and The Bite’s comedic style is made apparent during the first scene of the pilot episode.

Smith is waiting in an elevator with a 88.1 WKNC D.J. while he describes The Bite. Despite explaining the show’s premise, the D.J. still thinks the show is about cooking and exits the elevator, apparently disinterested in the show. 

The Bite also includes short video segments. 

For example, “Dorm Delights” satirizes college students themselves and discusses ways college students can eat good on a budget.

Smith spent a great deal of time assembling his dedicated crew, and he welcomes new faces. He also emphasizes the importance of new talent because the show is created by students. 

“We are always looking for new students to join our staff, that is the real point of this project anyhow,” Smith said. 

The first episode is already online and can be viewed on The Bite’s YouTube Channel at http://www.youtube.com/thebitencsu. Two more episodes will be aired before spring break, according to Smith.

If you want to know more about The Bite or possibly become a member of the crew, you can email Sean at [email protected].

“Hopefully this can become something that will remain at NCSU for years to come, and provide an editorial outlet for students who just want to have some fun,” Smith said.