Whatdidcause fireworks was Gaetzs evaluation of Mahers work.

A surprised Maher interrupted with thats so insulting.

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Its not, replied Gaetz.

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Lets be friends.'

No, I just said I think its a better artistic representation of your work, offered Gaetz.

First of all, youre wrong, said Maher.

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You could say to me, I liked that show, too.

But its certainly not better thanReal Time.

Gaetz then made another comparison that didnt actually endear him to the rough-edged Maher.

Taylor Swifts new stuff, I dont think, is better than her initial album, he said.

Dont compare me to Taylor Swift.

Im not a big fan, the host shot back.

Gaetz then pointed out that Maher also had subject experts like filmmakers and authors on his old show.

It did not go down.

I would love to, he said.

Would you do it?

Would you do a panel?

You should do my podcast, too.

Maher assented as the duo shook hands.