The Daily Show
"When news breaks we fix it."
The World's Fakest News Team tackle the biggest stories in news, politics and pop culture.
Type: tv
Season: 1
Episode: 1
Release: 1996
Rating: 6.4
Season 1 - The Daily Show
Season 20 - The Daily Show
29 Sep 2014
"Jon talks to Hadi al Bahra, President of the Syrian National Coalition."
02 Oct 2014
"Filmmaker Ben Steele sits down to discuss his documentary \"Hunted: The War Against Gays in Russia.\""
09 Oct 2014
"Jon talks to actor Jeremy Renner about his role in the movie \"Kill the Messenger.\""
14 Oct 2014
"Comedian and actor Zach Galifianakis visits The Daily Show to talk about his role in the movie \"Birdman.\""
15 Oct 2014
"Jon welcomes to the show Bill O'Reilly, host of \"The O'Reilly Factor\" and author of \"Killing Patton.\""
28 Oct 2014
"Jon speaks with Rep. Joaquin Castro, Democratic congressman from Texas."
29 Oct 2014
"Actor Ellar Coltrane talks about his role in the movie \"Boyhood.\""
05 Nov 2014
"Actor and comedian John Cleese stops by the show to talk about his book \"So Anyway...\""
06 Nov 2014
"Jon is joined by James Risen, author of \"Pay Any Price: Greed, Power, and Endless War.\""
10 Nov 2014
"Jon speaks with Bruce Springsteen and Frank Caruso about their book \"Outlaw Pete.\""
11 Nov 2014
"Jon welcomes to the show Ambassador Samantha Power, U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations."
13 Nov 2014
"Maziar Bahari and Gael Garcia Bernal sit down with Jon to discuss the movie \"Rosewater.\""
17 Nov 2014
"Filmmaker Laura Poitras discusses her latest documentary \"Citizenfour,\" which examines the life of Edward Snowden."
18 Nov 2014
"Benedict Cumberbatch stops by the show to talk about his new movie \"The Imitation Game.\""
19 Nov 2014
"Jon chats with actress Jessica Chastain about her role in the film \"Interstellar.\""
20 Nov 2014
"Actor Eddie Redmayne sits down with Jon to discuss his role in the Stephen Hawking biopic \"The Theory of Everything.\""
01 Dec 2014
"Jon is joined by Judge Andrew Napolitano, Senior Judicial Analyst for Fox News Channel and author of the book \"Suicide Pact.\""
02 Dec 2014
"Jon welcomes to the show Sophie Delaunay, executive director of Doctors Without Borders."
03 Dec 2014
"Musician and director Dave Grohl talks about the new Foo Fighters album \"Sonic Highways\" and its companion HBO series."
04 Dec 2014
"Actress and director Angelina Jolie visits The Daily Show to talk about her new film \"Unbroken.\""
08 Dec 2014
"Television writer and producer Norman Lear talks with Jon about his book \"Even This I Get to Experience.\""
09 Dec 2014
"Director Kathryn Bigelow and terrorism expert Juan Zarate discuss their PSA \"Last Days.\""
10 Dec 2014
"Author Suki Kim sits down with Jon to discuss her memoir \"Without You, There Is No Us: My Time with the Sons of North Korea's Elite.\""
11 Dec 2014
"Retired professional wrestler Mick Foley stops by the show to talk about the documentary \"I Am Santa Claus.\""
15 Dec 2014
"Director Tim Burton visits The Daily Show to talk about his latest movie \"Big Eyes.\""
16 Dec 2014
"Sir Paul McCartney talks about his new single \"Hope for the Future\" from the video game \"Destiny.\""
17 Dec 2014
"Jon chats with actress and singer Anna Kendrick about her role in the movie \"Into the Woods.\""
18 Dec 2014
"Jon is joined by comedian and actor Chris Rock, star of the movie \"Top Five.\""
06 Jan 2015
"Jon speaks with Cass Sunstein, author of the book \"Wiser: Getting Beyond Groupthink to Make Groups Smarter.\""
07 Jan 2015
"Director Ava DuVernay sits down with Jon to discuss her film \"Selma.\""
08 Jan 2015
"Actress Allison Williams stops by the show to talk about the new season of \"Girls.\""
13 Jan 2015
"Senator Marco Rubio talks about his book \"American Dreams: Restoring Economic Opportunity for Everyone.\""
20 Jan 2015
"Jennifer Lopez stops by the show to talk to Jon about her role in \"The Boy Next Door.\""
21 Jan 2015
"Actress Anne Hathaway sits down with Jon to discuss her new film \"Song One.\""
22 Jan 2015
"Jon chats with actress Jennifer Aniston, star of the film \"Cake.\""
26 Jan 2015
"Jon welcomes to the show Julian Castro, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development."
27 Jan 2015
"Author Jill Leovy discusses her book \"Ghettoside: A True Story of Murder in America.\""
28 Jan 2015
"Actor Oscar Isaac talks about his role in the film \"A Most Violent Year.\""
29 Jan 2015
"Jon is joined by Sarah Chayes, author of the book \"Thieves of State: Why Corruption Threatens Global Security.\""
02 Feb 2015
"Comedian and actor Martin Short visits The Daily Show to talk about his book \"I Must Say: My Life As a Humble Comedy Legend.\""
03 Feb 2015
"Jon speaks with Bill Browder, author of \"Red Notice: A True Story of High Finance, Murder, and One Man's Fight for Justice.\""
04 Feb 2015
"Wes Moore, host of the television show \"Beyond Belief,\" sits down with Jon to discuss his book \"The Work: My Search for a Life That Matters.\""
05 Feb 2015
"Jon talks to Bob Odenkirk, star of the new show \"Better Call Saul.\""
09 Feb 2015
"Actress Patricia Arquette stops by the show to talk about her role in the movie \"Boyhood.\""
11 Feb 2015
"Jon talks to actor Colin Firth about his new movie \"Kingsman: The Secret Service.\""
23 Feb 2015
"Jon welcomes to the show Christine Lagarde, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund."
24 Feb 2015
"Jon speaks with Lynsey Addario, author of \"It's What I Do: A Photographer's Life of Love and War.\""
25 Feb 2015
"Conan O'Brien visits The Daily Show to discuss an episode of his show that was filmed in Cuba."
26 Feb 2015
"Actress Olivia Wilde sits down with Jon to talk about her new movie \"The Lazarus Effect.\""
02 Mar 2015
"Jon talks to comedian and writer Robert Smigel about \"Night of Too Many Stars.\""
09 Mar 2015
"Jon welcomes to the show Rep. John Lewis, Georgia Congressman and co-author of \"March.\""
16 Mar 2015
"Author Andrew Cockburn discusses his book \"Kill Chain: The Rise of the High-Tech Assassins.\""
17 Mar 2015
"Actress Amanda Seyfried sits down with Jon to talk about her role in the movie \"While We're Young.\""
18 Mar 2015
"Kevin Hart visits The Daily Show to talk about his new movie \"Get Hard.\""
19 Mar 2015
"Will Ferrell stops by the show to talk about his part in the movie \"Get Hard.\""
23 Mar 2015
"Jon speaks with Ayaan Hirsi Ali, author of the book \"Heretic: Why Islam Needs a Reformation Now.\""
24 Mar 2015
"Author and journalist Jon Ronson discusses his book \"So You've Been Publicly Shamed.\""
25 Mar 2015
"Filmmakers Kirby Dick and Amy Ziering talk to Jon about their documentary \"The Hunting Ground.\""
26 Mar 2015
"Jon welcomes to the show John Hargrove, author of \"Beneath the Surface: Killer Whales, SeaWorld, and the Truth Beyond Blackfish.\""
06 Apr 2015
"Jon talks to Gene Baur, author of \"Living the Farm Sanctuary Life: The Ultimate Guide to Eating Mindfully, Living Longer, and Feeling Better Every Day.\""
07 Apr 2015
"Actor Peter Dinklage stops by the show to talk about the new season of \"Game of Thrones.\""
08 Apr 2015
"PBS host Tavis Smiley sits down with Jon to discuss his book \"My Journey with Maya.\""
09 Apr 2015
"Senator Elizabeth Warren visits The Daily Show to talk about her book \"A Fighting Chance.\""
13 Apr 2015
"Musician and actor Adam Horovitz talks to Jon about his part in the movie \"While We're Young.\""
14 Apr 2015
"Journalist Fareed Zakaria discusses his most recent book \"In Defense of a Liberal Education.\""
15 Apr 2015
"Jon chats with Billy Crystal, star of the new show \"The Comedians.\""
16 Apr 2015
"Jon welcomes to the show Eric Greitens, founder of The Mission Continues and author of \"Resilience: Hard-Won Wisdom for Living a Better Life.\""
20 Apr 2015
"Jon talks to Gayle Lemmon, author of the book \"Ashley's War: The Untold Story of a Team of Women Soldiers on the Special Ops Battlefield.\""
21 Apr 2015
"Jon is joined by actor and comedian Jeff Garlin, star of the sitcom \"The Goldbergs.\""
22 Apr 2015
"Former White House Press Secretary Dana Perino sits down with Jon to discuss her book \"And the Good News Is...: Lessons and Advice from the Bright Side.\""
23 Apr 2015
"Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson stops by the show to talk about his television series \"StarTalk.\""
27 Apr 2015
"Jon talks to actress Elizabeth Olsen about her role in the movie \"Avengers: Age of Ultron.\""
28 Apr 2015
"Jon welcomes to the show George Stephanopoulos, host of \"This Week\" and co-anchor of \"Good Morning America.\""
29 Apr 2015
"Author Judith Miller discusses her book \"The Story: A Reporter's Journey.\""
30 Apr 2015
"Jon chats with actress and comedian Kristen Wiig, star of the movie \"Welcome to Me.\""
04 May 2015
"Film and television producer Brian Grazer talks about his book \"A Curious Mind: The Secret to a Bigger Life.\""
05 May 2015
"Musician Willie Nelson sits down with Jon to discuss his book \"It's a Long Story: My Life.\""
07 May 2015
"The band Mumford & Sons stops by the show to discuss their new album \"Wilder Mind.\""
11 May 2015
"Jon talks about the recent British elections, and invites John Legend to the show to talk about structural racism and the steps America needs to take to reduce the issue - while promoting John's new documentary 'Southern Rites'."
12 May 2015
"Jon talks to journalist and news anchor Tom Brokaw about his book \"A Lucky Life Interrupted: A Memoir of Hope.\""
26 May 2015
"Senator Rand Paul stops by the show to talk about his book \"Taking a Stand: Moving Beyond Partisan Politics to Unite America.\""
27 May 2015
"Rosabeth Moss Kanter discusses her book \"Move: Putting America's Infrastructure Back in the Lead.\""
28 May 2015
"Jon is joined by Matt Harvey, starting pitcher for the New York Mets."
03 Jun 2015
"Jon talks to actress Melissa McCarthy, star of the movie \"Spy.\""
04 Jun 2015
"Actor Steve Buscemi talks about his new web series \"Park Bench.\""
08 Jun 2015
"Nicola Sturgeon, the first minister of Scotland, visits The Daily Show."
09 Jun 2015
"Jon chats with actor and comedian Nick Offerman about his book \"Gumption: Relighting the Torch of Freedom with America's Gutsiest Troublemakers.\""
10 Jun 2015
"Comedian Colin Quinn stops by the show to talk about his book \"The Coloring Book: A Comedian Solves Race Relations in America.\""
11 Jun 2015
"Actor Mark Ruffalo visits The Daily Show to talk about his role in the film \"Infinitely Polar Bear.\""
15 Jun 2015
"Director Judd Apatow talks about his new book \"Sick in the Head: Conversations About Life and Comedy.\""
16 Jun 2015
"Comedian Aziz Ansari sits down with Jon to discuss his new book \"Modern Romance: An Investigation.\""
17 Jun 2015
"Jon welcomes Bill Clinton to the show to talk about the work of the Clinton Foundation."
18 Jun 2015
"Malala Yousafzai, Nobel Peace Prize Laureate and Co-Founder of the Malala Fund, talks to Jon about the documentary \"He Named Me Malala.\""
23 Jun 2015
"Actor and writer Seth MacFarlane visits The Daily Show to talk about his movie \"Ted 2.\""
24 Jun 2015
"Jon is joined by Judge Andrew Napolitano, senior judicial analyst for Fox News Channel."
25 Jun 2015
"Jon covers Bobby Jindal's presidential campaign announcement, the Pope's declaration on climate change, and the field of Republican presidential nominees and interviews comedian Richard Lewis."
29 Jun 2015
"Actress Taylor Schilling chats with Jon about the third season of \"Orange is the New Black.\""
28 Jul 2015
"Jon talks to actor Tom Cruise, star of Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation (2015)."
30 Jul 2015
"Screenwriter, director, and producer J.J. Abrams stops by to discuss Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation (2015) and Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens (2015)."
03 Aug 2015
"Comedian Amy Schumer drops by to discuss her new film Trainwreck (2015)."
04 Aug 2015
"Comedian and actor Denis Leary stops by the show to talk about his new TV series Sex&Drugs&Rock&Roll (2015)."
Season 21 - The Daily Show
28 Sep 2015
"Comedian Kevin Hart drops by on Trevor's first episode hosting The Daily Show."
30 Sep 2015
"Trevor speaks with New Jersey Governor Chris Christie about being a Republican Presidential Candidate."
01 Oct 2015
"Trevor discusses how Donald Trump would make a great African president, and Ryan Adams performs \"Bad Blood\" from his album \"1989.\""
05 Oct 2015
"Trevor discusses the hypocrisy of pro-life Republicans and chats with guest Seth Rogen."
06 Oct 2015
"Writer Aaron Sorkin stops by to discuss his new film, Steve Jobs (2015)."
07 Oct 2015
"Director and producer Evgeny Afineevsky discusses his new documentary, Winter on Fire: Ukraine's Fight for Freedom (2015)."
08 Oct 2015
"For the Interview, Rachel Maddow discusses the Republican and Democratic debates."
12 Oct 2015
"Roy Wood Jr. covers the 20th anniversary of the Million Man march, and writer Ta-Nehisi Coates discusses mass incarceration in the U.S."
13 Oct 2015
"For the Interview, Ta-Nehisi Coates makes the case for prison decarceration."
14 Oct 2015
"The Daily Show cast riff on the Democratic Debate. The Interview is with Tom Hiddleston, discussing his role in Crimson Peak."
15 Oct 2015
"Jordan Klepper reports on Fantasy Football betting; Jessica Williams files a report on the Peoria mayor. Jack Black discusses his role in Goosebumps with Trevor Noah."
19 Oct 2015
"Democratic candidate Martin O'Malley stops by to discuss his presidential campaign."
20 Oct 2015
"Judah Friedlander discusses his new book, \"If the Raindrops United.\""
21 Oct 2015
"Trevor sits down with actress Brie Larson, star of the movie Room (2015)."
22 Oct 2015
"Trevor speaks with John Harwood, moderator of the next Republican presidential debate."
16 Nov 2015
"Trevor talks to director David Holbrooke about his new documentary \"The Diplomat.\""
19 Nov 2015
"Comedian and writer David Rees sits down with Trevor to discuss his show \"Going Deep with David Rees\" on the Esquire Network."
30 Nov 2015
"Trevor talks to writer and director Spike Lee about his new movie \"Chi-Raq.\""
01 Dec 2015
"Actor Nick Cannon stops by the show to talk about his new movie \"Chi-Raq.\""
02 Dec 2015
"Actress Lupita Nyong'o talks about her upcoming film Star Wars: Episode VII - The Force Awakens (2015)."
07 Dec 2015
"Jon Stewart stops by to advocate for 9\/11 first responders and shame those in Congress who have not yet renewed the Zadroga Act."
08 Dec 2015
"Trevor welcomes United States Secretary of Labor Thomas Perez to the show."
09 Dec 2015
"Actress Marion Cotillard visits The Daily Show to talk about her new movie \"Macbeth.\""
10 Dec 2015
"\"Kelly & Michael\" co-host Michael Strahan stops by the show to talk about his book \"Wake Up Happy: The Dream Big, Win Big Guide to Transforming Your Life.\""
14 Dec 2015
"Trevor talks to host Andy Cohen about his Bravo show \"Then and Now with Andy Cohen.\""
15 Dec 2015
"Hip-hop artist Pusha T discusses his new album \"King Push - Darkest Before Dawn: The Prequel.\""
16 Dec 2015
"Trevor welcomes actor Will Smith to the show to discuss his newest film \"Concussion.\""
17 Dec 2015
"Actor Will Ferrell sits down with Trevor to discuss his new movie \"Daddy's Home.\""
04 Jan 2016
"Trevor talks to comedian and actor David Cross about his Netflix show \"Todd Margaret.\""
05 Jan 2016
"Director Ryan Coogler stops by the show to talk about his movie \"Creed.\""
06 Jan 2016
"Author David J. Peterson sits down with Trevor to discuss his book \"The Art of Language Invention: From Horse-Lords to Dark Elves, the Words Behind World-Building.\""
11 Jan 2016
"Trevor is joined by comedian and actor Colin Quinn to discuss his web series \"Cop Show.\""
21 Jan 2016
"Trevor is joined by Marlon Wayans to discuss his new movie \"Fifty Shades of Black.\""
27 Jan 2016
"Comedian Jerry Seinfeld sits down with Trevor to discuss his show \"Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee.\""
28 Jan 2016
"CNN Contributor and Washington Correspondent for The New Yorker Ryan Lizza stops by the show."
01 Feb 2016
"Trevor talks to the founder and CEO of Girls Who Code Reshma Saujani."
10 Feb 2016
"Actress Olivia Wilde discusses her role in the HBO series \"Vinyl.\""
21 Mar 2016
"Author Shaka Senghor sits down with Trevor to discuss his new book \"Writing My Wrongs.\""
22 Mar 2016
"Trevor welcomes the Prime Minister of Estonia Taavi R\u00f5ivas to the show."
24 Mar 2016
"Trevor chats with actor Ethan Hawke about his new movie \"Born to be Blue.\""
07 Apr 2016
"Fox News political analyst Juan Williams sits down with Trevor to discuss his book, \"We The People: The Modern-Day Figures Who Have Reshaped and Affirmed the Founding Fathers' Vision of America\"."
11 Apr 2016
"Actress Jennifer Hudson stops by to discuss her play, \"The Color Purple\", and her HBO movie, \"Confirmation\"."
13 Apr 2016
"Actor Ken Jeong sits down with Trevor to discuss his TV show, \"Dr. Ken\"."
18 Apr 2016
"Actress Ellie Kemper sits down with Trevor to talk about her Netflix series, \"The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt\"."
19 Apr 2016
"Former Republican presidential candidate Dr. Ben Carson stops by The Daily Show."
20 Apr 2016
"Sturgill Simpson visits The Daily Show to discuss his album, \"A Sailor's Guide to Earth\"."
25 Apr 2016
"Actress Danielle Brooks stops by to talk about her play, \"The Color Purple\"."
26 Apr 2016
"Trevor welcomes Keegan-Michael Key and Jordan Peele to the show to discuss their new movie, \"Keanu\"."
28 Apr 2016
"Ricky Gervais sits down with Trevor to talk about his Netflix film, \"Special Correspondents\"."
02 May 2016
"Actor Nikolaj Coster-Waldau visits The Daily Show to discuss \"Game of Thrones\"."
03 May 2016
"Author Josh King sits down with Trevor to discuss his book, \"Off Script: An Advance Man's Guide to White House Stagecraft, Campaign Spectacl, and Political Suicide\"."
04 May 2016
"Musician Bethany Cosentino of Best Coast stops by The Daily Show."
05 May 2016
"Trevor welcomes the band The Heavy to the show to perform a song from their album \"Hurt & The Merciless\"."
09 May 2016
"Author Sherman Alexie stops by The Daily Show to discuss his book, \"Thunder Boy Jr.\"."
10 May 2016
"Actor Joe Morton sits down with Trevor to talk about his play, \"Turn Me Loose\", and ABC's \"Scandal\"."
11 May 2016
"Trevor welcomes Nate Silver, Editor-in-Chief of FiveThirtyEight, to The Daily Show."
12 May 2016
"Actor and author B.J. Novak visits The Daily Show to talk about Li.st."
16 May 2016
"Actor Anthony Anderson visits The Daily Show to talk about his show, \"Black-ish\"."
17 May 2016
"Trevor welcomes Slate's Supreme Court correspondent, Dahlia Lithwick, to The Daily Show."
18 May 2016
"Jason Sudeikis sits down with Trevor to discuss \"The Angry Birds Movie\"."
19 May 2016
"Arianna Huffington stops by to talk about her book, \"The Sleep Revolution\"."
23 May 2016
"Actress Rose Byrne stops by to discuss her new movies \"X-Men: Apocalypse\" and \"Neighbors 2\"."
25 May 2016
"Author Corey Pegues sits down with Trevor to discuss his book, \"Once a Cop: The Street, the Law, Two Worlds, One Man\"."
14 Jun 2016
"Huffington Post Editor-at-Large Michaelangelo Signorile visits The Daily Show and author Eddie Huang sits down with Trevor to discuss his book, \"Double Cup Love: On the Trail of Family, Food, and Broken Hearts in China\"."
15 Jun 2016
"Director Roland Emmerich stops by The Daily Show to talk about his new movie, \"Independence Day\"."
16 Jun 2016
"Trevor welcomes Deshauna Barber, Miss USA 2016, to The Daily Show."
21 Jun 2016
"Author Tavis Smiley visits The Daily Show to talk about his new book, \"Before You Judge Me: The Triumph and Tragedy of Michael Jackson's Last Days\"."
22 Jun 2016
"Showtime's \"The Circus\" hosts Mark Halperin and John Heilemann stop by The Daily Show."
29 Jul 2016
"The Best F#@king News Team breaks down the latest shenanigans from Philadelphia's Democratic National Convention, and Trevor sits down with Senator Cory Booker."
09 Aug 2016
"Congress battles over Zika funding amid U.S. outbreaks, Desi Lydic fact-checks Donald Trump's economic speech, and Riki Lindhome and Natasha Leggero discuss Another Period."
10 Aug 2016
"Donald Trump calls on Second Amendment supporters to thwart Hillary Clinton, and Mychal Denzel Smith discusses \"Invisible Man, Got the Whole World Watching\"."
11 Aug 2016
"Donald Trump claims Barack Obama founded ISIS, Trevor suggests ways to prevent police from shooting unarmed citizens, and Mike Birbiglia discusses \"Don't Think Twice\"."
06 Sep 2016
"China snubs President Obama at the G20 Summit, Roy Wood Jr. weighs in on Donald Trump's attempt to woo black voters, and Jeff Ross discusses his special Jeff Ross Roasts Cops."
08 Sep 2016
"Matt Lauer grills Hillary Clinton on her emails, Desi Lydic fact-checks Donald Trump on international relations, and Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz discusses \"Upstanders\"."
19 Sep 2016
"New Yorkers are unfazed by a terrorist attack in Manhattan, Michelle Wolf tackles a burkini controversy in France, and Nick Jonas and Ben Schnetzer discuss their movie \"Goat\"."
29 Sep 2016
"Trevor discusses Stop-and-Frisk, Roy Wood Jr. and Jordan Klepper travel to North Carolina on behalf of HB2, and special guest Blood Orange performs music from his new album, \"Freetown Sound\"."
Season 22 - The Daily Show
2016-10-03
"Donald Trump's tax history comes into question, Roy Wood Jr. weighs in on Congress allowing Americans to sue Saudi Arabia for 9\/11, and James Marsden discusses \"Westworld.\""
2016-10-04
"In this live episode, Trevor recaps the vice presidential debate between Mike Pence and Tim Kaine, Hasan Minhaj honors Joe Biden, and Ezra Klein discusses the 2016 election."
2016-10-05
"The media creates scandals by taking remarks by Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump out of context, Lewis Black urges millennials to vote, and Mark Duplass discusses \"Blue Jay.\""
2016-10-06
"Ronny Chieng unpacks a racist segment from \"The O'Reilly Factor,\" Desi Lydic investigates political sexism, and Carmelo Anthony discusses the Carmelo Anthony Foundation."
2016-10-10
"Donald Trump brags about groping women in a 2005 video, Trevor likens Trump to an African dictator, and Xavier Becerra discusses Hillary Clinton's presidential campaign."
2016-10-11
"Desi Lydic fact-checks 2016's second presidential debate, Michelle Wolf examines Donald Trump's sexual assault scandal, and Charlamagne Tha God discusses \"The Breakfast Club.\""
2016-10-12
"Conservative Christians defend Donald Trump's Pussygate comments, The Best F#@king News Team debates trigger warnings, and Bryan Christy discusses the rhino horn trade."
2016-10-13
"Multiple women accuse Donald Trump of sexual assault, Ana Navarro discusses growing tensions within the GOP, and Jidenna performs songs from his album \"Long Live the Chief.\""
2016-10-17
"The U.S. bombs Yemen, Donald Trump claims that the 2016 presidential election will be rigged, and Russell Simmons discusses the Muslims Are Speaking Out campaign."
2016-10-18
"Melania Trump addresses Donald Trump's Pussygate scandal, WikiLeaks publishes Hillary Clinton's emails and Wall Street speeches, and Uzo Aduba discusses \"American Pastoral.\""
2016-10-19
"In this live episode, Trevor and Matt Taibbi unpack Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump's final presidential debate, and Roy Wood Jr. grills apathetic black voters."
2016-10-20
"Donald Trump threatens to challenge the results of the 2016 election, Roy Wood Jr. examines the struggles black journalists face, and Mike Colter discusses \"Luke Cage.\""
2016-10-25
"Roy Wood Jr. examines the closing of a French refugee camp, Donald Trump pledges to sue his sexual assault accusers, and Dana Bash talks about reporting on the 2016 election."
2016-10-26
"Trevor examines the online media's partisan divide, John Della Volpe talks about polling millennial voters, and Phil Collins chats about his memoir \"Not Dead Yet.\""
2016-10-27
"The Obama administration announces major price hikes for Obamacare, Desi Lydic and Eliza Cossio conduct a rigged election poll, and rapper Jeezy discusses \"Trap or Die 3.\""
2016-10-31
"In this Halloween episode, Jeff Ross and The Best F#@king News Team join Trevor for a look into the post-apocalyptic world of a Donald Trump presidency."
2016-11-01
"The FBI begins another probe into Hillary Clinton's emails, Michelle Wolf discusses male birth control, and Susan Rice reflects on her time as U.S. national security adviser."
2016-11-03
"Key Senate races in Illinois and North Carolina heat up, Trevor imagines life at Donald Trump's campaign headquarters, and Common discusses his album \"Black America Again.\""
2016-11-07
"The FBI concludes its probe into Hillary Clinton's emails just ahead of the 2016 election, Trevor urges viewers to vote, and Jonathan Capehart discusses the electoral map."
2016-11-08
"The Best F#@king News Team, Ana Marie Cox, Douglas Brinkley and Keegan-Michael Key join Trevor for live coverage of the 2016 presidential election."
2016-11-09
"After Donald Trump is elected president, Michelle Wolf and Hasan Minhaj break down how women and Muslims are reacting, and John Stanton discusses BuzzFeed's election coverage."
2016-11-10
"Barack Obama meets President-elect Trump, Ronny Chieng finds new ways to poll the electorate, and Deborah Lee James and Eric Fanning discuss the transition of military power."
2016-11-14
"President-elect Donald Trump backs down on key campaign promises, Nate Silver discusses FiveThirtyEight, and Adrian Grenier talks about the Lonely Whale Foundation."
2016-11-15
"Trevor compares Donald Trump to South African President Jacob Zuma, developing countries learn about U.S. democracy, and Desus Nice and The Kid Mero discuss \"Desus & Mero.\""
2016-11-16
"Alt-right leader Steve Bannon joins the Trump administration, The Best F#@king News Team mourns the death of facts, and Wesley Lowery discusses \"They Can't Kill Us All.\""
2016-11-17
"President-elect Trump's transition team calls for a Muslim registry, George Packer discusses the working class, and Q-Tip of A Tribe Called Quest talks \"We Got It From Here.\""
2016-11-28
"Donald Trump is accused of exploiting his president-elect status for personal gain, Cuban leader Fidel Castro dies, and Ryan Speedo Green discusses \"Sing for Your Life.\""
2016-11-29
"The media grapples with President-elect Trump's lying, Adam Lowitt weighs in on a Holocaust-themed ice skating performance in Russia, and Mahershala Ali discusses \"Moonlight.\""
2016-11-30
"Jordan Klepper and Roy Wood Jr. examine Trump administration nominees Jeff Sessions and Steven Mnuchin, and \"Tomi\" host Tomi Lahren talks about being a voice for conservatism."
2016-12-01
"Trevor examines the initial route of the Dakota Access Pipeline, President-elect Trump names Michael Flynn national security adviser, and Chelsea Handler discusses \"Chelsea.\""
2016-12-05
"Ben Carson is nominated for secretary of Housing and Urban Development, Jordan Klepper attends Donald Trump's post-election tour, and Van Jones discusses \"The Messy Truth.\""
2016-12-06
"President-elect Trump raises eyebrows after talking to the president of Taiwan, Hasan Minhaj learns how the Navy is going green, and John Legend discusses \"La La Land.\""
2016-12-07
"Thomas Jefferson (Jordan Klepper) explains the Electoral College, Hasan Minhaj looks at criminals who go viral online, and Brian Tyree Henry discusses his role in \"Atlanta.\""
2016-12-08
"President-elect Trump strikes a problematic deal with Carrier to keep jobs in the U.S., Evan McMullin talks about uniting Americans, and DJ Khaled discusses \"The Keys.\""
2016-12-12
"Trevor sits down with President Obama at the White House to discuss Russia's impact on the 2016 election, the incoming Trump administration and responses to modern racism."
2016-12-13
"Donald Trump picks Rex Tillerson for secretary of state, The Best F#@king News Team designs poop-friendly NASA suits, and Ta-Nehisi Coates discusses \"My President Was Black.\""
2016-12-14
"Donald Trump admits to campaigning on falsehoods, Desi Lydic and Michelle Wolf examine the future of reproductive rights, and Michael K. Williams discusses \"Assassin's Creed.\""
2016-12-15
"The Best F#@king News Team recaps the biggest stories of 2016, Jordan Klepper celebrates Donald Trump supporters, and Rob Corddry discusses \"Office Christmas Party.\""
2017-01-03
"Republicans vote to gut the Office of Congressional Ethics, Vladimir Putin reacts to President Obama's sanctions on Russia, and Michael Che discusses \"Michael Che Matters.\""
2017-01-04
"Republicans defend a vote to gut an ethics panel, Michelle Wolf examines a congressional swearing-in ceremony, and Omar Saif Ghobash discusses \"Letters to a Young Muslim.\""
2017-01-05
"The GOP prepares to repeal Obamacare, Jordan Klepper and Desi Lydic examine congressional gridlock, and Keegan-Michael Key gives his final address as Obama's anger translator."
2017-01-09
"Trevor recaps the 2017 Golden Globes, Donald Trump lies about an intelligence report on Russian election hacking, and Susan Goldberg discusses National Geographic magazine."
2017-01-10
"Donald Trump prepares for a pre-inauguration news conference, Roy Wood Jr. examines Apple's gun emoji redesign, and Aasif Mandvi discusses \"A Series of Unfortunate Events.\""
2017-01-11
"President Obama gives his farewell address, Donald Trump dismisses CNN as \"fake news\" at his first post-election press conference, and Jonathan Chait discusses \"Audacity.\""
2017-01-12
"The U.S. Ethics Office blasts Donald Trump's divestment plan, Ben Carson begins his confirmation hearing for HUD secretary, and Cecile Richards discusses Planned Parenthood."
2017-01-16
"Donald Trump lashes out at John Lewis, Washington Post reporter David Fahrenthold talks about covering the 2016 election, and Bryshere Gray discusses \"The New Edition Story.\""
2017-01-17
"President Obama makes last-ditch efforts to protect his legacy, Lewis Black reflects on the lack of star power at Donald Trump's inauguration, and John Zimmer discusses Lyft."
2017-01-18
"Secretary of education nominee Betsy DeVos undergoes a harsh Senate hearing, Michelle Wolf examines Donald Trump's approval rating, and Samantha Power discusses her U.N. role."
2017-01-19
"Tensions over President-elect Trump's relationship with Russia rise ahead of his inauguration, Scott Conroy discusses \"Embeds,\" and James McAvoy chats about his movie \"Split.\""
2017-01-20
"Donald Trump is sworn in as president, Roy Wood Jr. salutes Barack Obama, Desi Lydic tackles parenthood in a new America, and Joy Reid discusses \"We Are the Change We Seek.\""
2017-01-23
"Millions gather worldwide to march for women's rights, Desi Lydic examines the Trump administration's \"alternative facts,\" and Matt Taibbi discusses \"Insane Clown President.\""
2017-01-24
"Trevor profiles White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer, The Best F#@king News Team auditions to read President Trump's tweets, and Big Sean discusses his album \"I Decided.\""
2017-01-25
"President Trump signs a series of controversial executive orders, author Heather Ann Thompson discusses \"Blood in the Water,\" and actress Bellamy Young chats about \"Scandal.\""
2017-01-26
"Donald Trump gives his first interview as president, Trevor examines the actual inaugural cake, and Laurence Fishburne talks about playing Nelson Mandela in \"Madiba.\""
2017-01-30
"Hasan Minhaj examines a Muslim-targeted travel ban, Neal Brennan accuses President Trump of being too sensitive, and Sybrina Fulton and Tracy Martin discuss \"Rest in Power.\""
2017-01-31
"President Trump fires the acting U.S. attorney general, Hasan Minhaj puts the Muslim-targeted travel ban into historical perspective, and Anthony D. Romero discusses the ACLU."
2017-02-01
"President Trump nominates Neil Gorsuch to the Supreme Court and hosts a Black History Month gathering, and David Miliband discusses the International Rescue Committee."
2017-02-02
"President Trump picks fights with Mexico and Australia, Roy Wood Jr. attends a football convention to get his mind off of politics, and Blair Underwood discusses \"Quantico.\""
2017-02-06
"President Trump lashes out at a federal judge on Twitter, Trevor examines Steve Bannon's role in the White House, and Keith Ellison discusses the Democratic Party's future."
2017-02-07
"President Trump accuses the media of underreporting terrorism, Michelle Wolf lauds Kellyanne Conway's duplicity, and Marty Walsh discusses Boston's sanctuary city status."
2017-02-08
"Ted Cruz and Bernie Sanders debate health care on CNN, Elizabeth Warren reacts to being silenced on the Senate floor, and actress Tracee Ellis Ross discusses \"Black-ish.\""
2017-02-09
"The Trump family is accused of using the White House for financial gain, Roy Wood Jr. prepares for Fashion Week and the Grammys, and Laura Jane Grace discusses \"Tranny.\""
2017-02-13
"President Trump meets with Japan's Shinzo Abe, Trevor profiles Trump's senior adviser Stephen Miller, and Elaine Welteroth and Phillip Picardi discuss Teen Vogue."
2017-02-14
"National Security Adviser Michael Flynn resigns and Republicans don't know how to handle questions about it, and Laverne Cox discusses the TV show \"Doubt.\""
2017-02-15
"Trevor reflects on having a president with grandpa tendencies, Donald Trump weighs in on the Israel-Palestine conflict, and Mark Mazzetti discusses Russia's election hacking."
2017-02-16
"President Trump holds a turbulent press conference, Jordan Klepper talks to New Jersey residents living on Dick Street, and Ezra Edelman discusses \"O.J.: Made in America.\""
2017-02-27
"The Trump administration tries to crack down on news leaks, Roy Wood Jr. celebrates black excellence at the Oscars, and John Oliver discusses \"Last Week Tonight.\""
2017-02-28
"Twitter slams Kellyanne Conway for kneeling on a White House sofa, Desi Lydic finds out if paid protesters are invading town halls, and Run the Jewels talk \"Run the Jewels 3.\""
2017-03-01
"Trevor calls out the media for praising President Trump's first congressional address, and \"The Lead\" host Jake Tapper talks about upholding freedom of the press."
2017-03-02
"Jordan Klepper looks at Jeff Sessions's scandalous talks with Russia, Adam Lowitt examines recent anti-Semitic attacks, and Evan Osnos discusses his New Yorker cover story."
2017-03-06
"President Trump makes a baseless claim that former President Obama wiretapped him, Neal Brennan examines the GOP's hypocrisy, and Jennifer Lopez discusses \"Shades of Blue.\""
2017-03-07
"HUD Secretary Ben Carson refers to slaves as \"immigrants,\" Lewis Black breaks down Uber's many scandals, and Judd Apatow discusses his Netflix series \"Love.\""
2017-03-08
"The GOP unveils a disastrous replacement for Obamacare, Michelle Wolf details Ivanka Trump's problematic brand of feminism, and Tressie McMillan Cottom discusses \"Lower Ed.\""
2017-03-09
"Trevor and Jordan Klepper sing to \"forgotten\" Americans, Team Trump threatens to erase climate data, and Alynda Segarra discusses Hurray for the Riff Raff's \"The Navigator.\""
2017-03-13
"President Trump fails to provide evidence that Barack Obama wiretapped him, Hasan Minhaj and Roy Wood Jr. announce Third Month Mania, and Lee Daniels discusses \"Star.\""
2017-03-15
"Trevor breaks down Paul Ryan and President Trump's health care bill, Ronny Chieng looks at the downside of smart technology, and Jesse Williams discusses \"Grey's Anatomy.\""
2017-03-16
"Dutch voters reject far-right prime minister candidate Geert Wilders, Gina Yashere examines how the U.K. is faring post-Brexit, and Donna Brazile discusses Democratic policy."
2017-03-20
"Trevor looks at Fox News's influence in the White House, the FBI and NSA dispute President Trump's wiretapping claims, and Bassem Youssef discusses \"Revolution for Dummies.\""
2017-03-21
"Trevor runs through the busy news day, Jordan Klepper looks into President Trump's 2020 bid, and Dahlia Lithwick discusses Neil Gorsuch's SCOTUS confirmation hearing."
2017-03-22
"SCOTUS nominee Neil Gorsuch faces his Senate confirmation hearing, Hasan Minhaj and Roy Wood Jr. enter another round of Third Month Mania, and Michael Pe\u00f1a discusses \"CHIPS.\""
2017-03-23
"The GOP halts the vote on its Obamacare replacement bill, Ronny Chieng researches the dangers of dating in Australia, and Zara Larsson discusses her album \"So Good.\""
2017-03-27
"The Best F#@king News Team figures out who's to blame for the GOP's failed health care bill, President Trump lies about going golfing, and John Singleton discusses \"Rebel.\""
2017-03-28
"Roy Wood Jr. militarizes Meals on Wheels, Devin Nunes shares classified information in an investigation on President Trump, and Helene Cooper discusses \"Madame President.\""
2017-03-29
"President Trump rolls back coal industry regulations, Hasan Minhaj and Roy Wood Jr. update their Third Month Mania brackets, and Residente discusses his eponymous documentary."
2017-03-30
"Paul Ryan laughs off an attack from Donald Trump, Michelle Wolf explains why Rachel Dolezal shouldn't try to pass as black, and Chris Hayes discusses \"A Colony in a Nation.\""
2017-04-03
"Accused sexual predator President Trump honors Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Roy Wood Jr. explains Black Twitter, and Dr. Willie Parker discusses his book \"Life's Work.\""
2017-04-04
"Trevor examines Jared Kushner's extensive White House responsibilities, Turkey votes on whether to become a dictatorship, and Chelsea Handler discusses \"Chelsea.\""
2017-04-05
"Pepsi pulls its tone-deaf ad featuring Kendall Jenner, Roy Wood Jr. and Hasan Minhaj reveal Donald Trump's best tweet, and Michelle Rodriguez talks \"The Fate of the Furious.\""
2017-04-17
"Trevor wonders where World War III will begin, the White House fumbles through the Easter Egg Roll, and economist Austan Goolsbee discusses President Trump's budget."
2017-04-18
"Infowars host Alex Jones claims to be a performance artist, Roy Wood Jr. predicts the future of the Trump presidency, and Rep. Adam Schiff discusses Russian election hacking."
2017-04-19
"Fox News fires Bill O'Reilly, Hasan Minhaj investigates a Texas town's contaminated water supply, and Professor Marc Edwards talks about the ongoing lead crisis in Flint, MI."
2017-04-20
"Trevor examines the Trump administration's stance on marijuana, Roy Wood Jr. investigates internet privacy issues, and Rashida Jones discusses \"Hot Girls Wanted: Turned On.\""
2017-04-24
"President Trump approaches the end of his first 100 days in office, Desi Lydic learns about Christian culture in Alabama, and Ohio Governor John Kasich discusses \"Two Paths.\""
2017-04-25
"Trevor gets a surprise visit from \"Donald Trump\", Hasan Minhaj takes a look at Alabama prison reform, and Charlamagne Tha God talks about his book, Black Privilege."
2017-04-26
"Trevor finds out how Southerners honor Confederate Memorial Day, Jordan Klepper examines Alabama's history, and Kevin Coval discusses his book \"A People's History of Chicago.\""
2017-04-27
"Trevor recaps the day's top headlines, Roy Wood Jr. finds out how Bigfoot could save Alabama's forests, and Katy Tur talks about covering Donald Trump's presidential campaign."
2017-05-01
"The Fyre Festival implodes, Hasan Minhaj celebrates his gig at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, and Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett and Tommy Vietor discuss \"Pod Save America.\""
2017-05-02
"Hillary Clinton gives a post-election interview, Ronny Chieng examines the horrors of air travel, and W. Kamau Bell discusses \"The Awkward Thoughts of W. Kamau Bell.\""
2017-05-03
"Protesters march against President Trump's anti-environmentalist agenda, Michael Bloomberg and Carl Pope discuss \"Climate of Hope,\" and Sanaa Lathan talks about \"Shots Fired.\""
2017-05-04
"House Republicans pass an Obamacare replacement bill, Roy Wood Jr. uses an airline scandal to make Congress care about black people, and Robert Sapolsky discusses \"Behave.\""
2017-05-08
"Michelle Wolf weighs in on women's health care under the GOP, Roy Wood Jr. reacts to France electing Emmanuel Macron president, and Wanda Sykes chats about \"Snatched.\""
2017-05-09
"Sally Yates testifies about Michael Flynn in an open Senate hearing, Hasan Minhaj gives the media advice for the Trump era, and Djimon Hounsou discusses \"King Arthur.\""
2017-05-10
"Trevor examines the fallout from the firing of FBI Director James Comey, and former presidential adviser Valerie Jarrett discusses the Obamas' post-White House activism."
2017-05-11
"President Trump's rationale for firing FBI Director James Comey begins to unravel, Russian officials visit the White House, and D.L. Hughley discusses \"The D.L. Hughley Show.\""
2017-05-15
"President Trump allegedly shares classified information with Russian officials, Confederate monuments get dismantled in the South, and Timothy Snyder discusses \"On Tyranny.\""
2017-05-16
"Jordan Klepper explains why President Trump gave classified intel to Russian officials, Ronny Chieng talks flying cars, and Gabourey Sidibe discusses \"This Is Just My Face.\""
2017-05-17
"President Trump allegedly asked James Comey to end the Russia investigation, Vladimir Putin comes to the White House's aid, and Susan Burton discusses \"Becoming Ms. Burton.\""
2017-05-18
"Trevor reviews the ongoing turmoil within the Trump administration, Desi Lydic interviews an excessively honest politician, and Kerry Washington chats about \"Scandal.\""
2017-05-30
"President Trump goes on his first international trip, Jordan Klepper breaks down the Brussels NATO summit, and Elizabeth Ford discusses \"Sometimes Amazing Things Happen.\""
2017-05-31
"The White House praises President Trump's trip abroad, Michelle Wolf unpacks the expectations surrounding \"Wonder Woman,\" and Logan Browning discusses \"Dear White People.\""
2017-06-01
"President Trump withdraws the U.S. from the Paris climate accord, Jim Jefferies weighs in on the White House's woes, and Senator Al Franken discusses \"Giant of the Senate.\""
2017-06-05
"World leaders react to President Trump pulling out of the Paris climate deal, Michelle Wolf recaps Megyn Kelly's NBC debut, and William J. Barber II discusses systemic racism."
2017-06-06
"Trevor examines President Trump's penchant for touting phony accomplishments, Gina Yashere weighs in on the U.K. election, and John Avlon discusses \"Washington's Farewell.\""
2017-06-07
"Attorney General Jeff Sessions offers to resign, Eric Trump reportedly shifted charity funds into Trump firms, and Sebastian Junger and Nick Quested discuss \"Hell on Earth.\""
2017-06-08
"James Comey details his meetings with President Trump in a Senate hearing, Jordan Klepper weighs in on gun control, and Salma Hayek Pinault discusses \"Beatriz at Dinner.\""
2017-06-12
"President Trump's shills demonstrate their loyalty, Trevor invites viewers to visit the Donald J. Trump Presidential Twitter Library, and author Roxane Gay discusses \"Hunger.\""
2017-06-13
"Attorney General Jeff Sessions gets fired up during his Senate hearing, Roy Wood Jr. weighs in on Russian hackers, and Selenis Leyva discusses \"Orange Is the New Black.\""
2017-06-14
"Michelle Wolf weighs in on sexism at Uber, congressional Democrats sue President Trump, and hip-hop artist Vince Staples chats about his album \"Big Fish Theory.\""
2017-06-15
"Robert Mueller investigates Donald Trump for obstruction of justice, Hasan Minhaj examines U.S. military action, and Whoopi Goldberg discusses American political discourse."
2017-06-19
"Beyonce gives birth to twins, Trevor runs through the news, Democrat Jon Ossoff battles for a House district in Georgia, and Janet Mock discusses \"Surpassing Certainty.\""
2017-06-20
"GOP senators draft their health care bill in secret, Ronny Chieng finds out how a band won the right to use a racist name, and John Harris discusses Politico in the Trump era."
2017-06-21
"Dashcam footage of the police shooting of Philando Castile is released, DJ Khaled teaches Trevor to be positive, and Jason Isbell chats about his album \"The Nashville Sound.\""
2017-06-22
"Senate Republicans unveil their Affordable Care Act replacement, Hasan Minhaj talks to fired federal prosecutor Preet Bharara, and Jerrod Carmichael discusses \"Transformers.\""
2017-07-10
"President Trump attends a G20 summit in Germany, Donald Trump Jr. defends meeting with a Russian lawyer during the 2016 election, and Kumail Nanjiani discusses \"The Big Sick.\""
2017-07-11
"Donald Trump Jr. releases emails linking him to a Russian lawyer, Michael Kosta compares liberal and conservative consumers, and David O. Brown discusses \"Called to Rise.\""
2017-07-12
"Fox News defends Donald Trump Jr.'s Russian meeting, Neal Brennan claims the GOP is leading the resistance, and James Davis discusses his Comedy Central show Hood Adjacent."
2017-07-13
"Translators struggle to interpret President Trump, Roy Wood Jr. addresses Nevada's shortage of legal marijuana, and Trevor chats with Minnesota State Representative Ilhan Omar."
2017-07-17
"Senate Republicans delay the vote on their health care bill, Roy Wood Jr. examines Ann Coulter's Twitter feud with Delta Air Lines, and Regina Hall discusses \"Girls Trip.\""
2017-07-18
"The GOP health care bill collapses in the Senate, new details surface about Donald Trump Jr.'s meeting with a Russian lawyer, and Curtis \"50 Cent\" Jackson discusses \"Power.\""
2017-07-19
"Jordan Klepper unpacks the Trump-Russia scandal with a former KGB agent, Michelle Wolf calls for redhead emojis, and Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe chats with Trevor."
2017-07-20
"President Trump claims he regrets picking Jeff Sessions as attorney general, Roy Wood Jr. examines the alternate history show \"Confederate,\" and Issa Rae discusses \"Insecure.\""
2017-07-25
"The Senate votes to begin a debate on health care, Democrats unveil a new slogan aimed at working-class voters, and Rola Hallam explains how her company CanDo is aiding Syria."
2017-07-26
"The GOP makes another push to repeal Obamacare, trans veterans react to President Trump's ban on trans people in the military, and Charlize Theron discusses \"Atomic Blonde.\""
2017-07-27
"President Trump continues bashing Attorney General Jeff Sessions, Lewis Black examines America's crumbling infrastructure, and Masha Gessen discusses \"The Future Is History.\""
2017-07-31
"Anthony Scaramucci and Reince Priebus leave the White House amid staff shake-ups, President Trump calls for more police violence, and Kathryn Bigelow discusses \"Detroit.\""
2017-08-01
"Russia and North Korea put President Trump to the test, Ronny Chieng examines the everyday impact of global warming, and Al Gore discusses \"An Inconvenient Sequel.\""
2017-08-02
"Jordan Klepper and Roy Wood Jr. examine Jeff Sessions's affirmative action crackdown, Hasan Minhaj visits coal country, and Joe Kennedy III discusses the Democratic platform."
2017-08-03
"Trevor examines systemic racism within law enforcement and looks back at the Trump administration's themed week fails, and Kate Fagan discusses \"What Made Maddy Run.\""
2017-08-21
"President Trump defends a racially charged rally in Virginia, Roy Wood Jr. gives advice to white supremacists, and Joshua Green discusses Steve Bannon in \"Devil's Bargain.\""
2017-08-22
"Desi Lydic and Ronny Chieng weigh in on President Trump's Afghanistan War strategy, the Secret Service runs low on funds, and Amy Klobuchar discusses her work in the Senate."
2017-08-23
"President Trump holds a divisive rally in Phoenix, Roy Wood Jr. profiles \"Michael the Black Man,\" and Andra Day and Bryan Stevenson discuss the Lynching in America project."
2017-08-24
"Trevor examines President Trump's personas, Jordan Klepper introduces his show The Opposition w\/ Jordan Klepper, and Nnamdi Asomugha and Colin Warner discuss \"Crown Heights.\""
2017-08-28
"President Trump pardons former Sheriff Joe Arpaio, Michael Kosta explains presidential clemency, and Neil deGrasse Tyson discusses \"Astrophysics for People in a Hurry.\""
2017-08-29
"An email to a Trump business associate reveals a possible Kremlin connection, Roy Wood Jr. discusses NFL head injuries, and Joy Reid explains how Democrats can win elections."
2017-08-30
"Roy Wood Jr. and Hasan Minhaj talk about the removal of Confederate statues, Michelle Wolf dissects Ivanka Trump's true agenda, and James Blake discusses \"Ways of Grace.\""
2017-08-31
"Trevor examines the anti-fascist group \"antifa,\" Ronny Chieng finds out how scientists are fighting medical price hikes, and Reid Hoffman discusses artificial intelligence."
2017-09-05
"President Trump puts the future of DACA into the hands of Congress, North Korea continues testing nuclear missiles, and Xiuhtezcatl Martinez discusses his book \"We Rise.\""
2017-09-06
"President Trump strikes a deal to fund Hurricane Harvey relief, Christopher Hill examines North Korea's nuclear capabilities, and Lake Bell discusses \"I Do... Until I Don't.\""
2017-09-07
"President Trump angers the GOP by cutting a budget deal with Democrats, Dulce Sloan examines cultural appropriation at New York Fashion Week, and Zac Posen talks \"House of Z.\""
2017-09-11
"The Best F#@king News Team tries to one-up the reporters covering Hurricane Irma, \"60 Minutes\" profiles Steve Bannon, and Idris Elba discusses \"The Mountain Between Us.\""
2017-09-12
"Ted Cruz gets mired in a Twitter porn scandal, Michelle Wolf compares Miss America contestants to President Trump, and Maria Sharapova discusses her book \"Unstoppable.\""
2017-09-13
"Michael Kosta polls the public on problematic statues, Muslims in Myanmar face violence from the Buddhist-majority military, and Tom Morello & Chuck D talk \"Prophets of Rage.\""
2017-09-14
"President Trump's bipartisan DACA deal leaves supporters sour, Roy Wood Jr. reacts to a controversial tweet from ESPN's Jemele Hill, and Jill Soloway discusses \"Transparent.\""
2017-09-18
"President Trump attacks Hillary Clinton on Twitter, Trevor profiles Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin, and Gucci Mane discusses \"The Autobiography of Gucci Mane.\""
2017-09-19
"President Trump addresses the U.N. General Assembly, Desi Lydic finds out how a U.S. border wall could affect businesses, and Olivia Munn discusses \"The LEGO Ninjago Movie.\""
2017-09-20
"Sean Spicer struggles to find a job, Lewis Black weighs in on the latest Republican effort to repeal Obamacare, and tech investor Ellen Pao discusses her memoir \"Reset.\""
2017-09-21
"Robert Mueller zones in on Paul Manafort, Roy Wood Jr. addresses Toys \"R\" Us's bankruptcy, and Bill Gates discusses his foundation's efforts to fight poverty and disease."
Season 23 - The Daily Show
2017-10-02
"Las Vegas experiences the deadliest mass shooting in modern U.S. history, Tom Price resigns as secretary of Health and Human Services, and Robin Thede discusses \"The Rundown.\""
2017-10-03
"Fox News struggles to process the mass shooting in Las Vegas, O.J. Simpson is released from prison, and Representative Jim Himes weighs in on U.S. gun control."
2017-10-04
"Michael Kosta explains how Russia spreads fake news across social media in the U.S., Neal Brennan examines the gun control debate, and John Hodgman discusses \"Vacationland.\""
2017-10-05
"Pro-life Congressman Tim Murphy resigns after pushing his mistress to get an abortion, Trevor remembers the anniversary of Pussygate, and Kenya Barris discusses \"Black-ish.\""
2017-10-16
"From Chicago, Trevor examines the politicization of the Windy City, Roy Wood Jr. finds out how former gang members are reducing crime rates, and Common discusses \"Marshall.\""
2017-10-17
"President Trump buddies up to Mitch McConnell at a surprise presser, Ronny Chieng learns about Chicago's jail pizza program, and Arne Duncan and Curtis Toler discuss CRED."
2017-10-19
"President Trump feuds with Gold Star families, Hasan Minhaj explains how Chicago could prevent a nuclear attack from North Korea, and Vic Mensa discusses \"The Autobiography.\""
2017-10-23
"John Kelly lies about a congresswoman while defending President Trump, Fox News shows selective outrage over sexual harassment, and Khizr Khan discusses \"An American Family.\""
2017-10-25
"Senators Bob Corker and Jeff Flake stand against President Trump, Ronny Chieng examines the automation of fast food, and Maggie Gyllenhaal discusses \"The Deuce.\""
2017-10-26
"President Trump responds to the opioid epidemic, Roy Wood Jr. warns against racist Halloween costumes, and Miles Teller and Jason Hall discuss \"Thank You for Your Service.\""
2017-10-30
"Paul Manafort is indicted by Robert Mueller, Trevor breaks down the biggest headlines of the weekend, and Ta-Nehisi Coates discusses his book \"We Were Eight Years in Power.\""
2017-10-31
"Michael Kosta reacts to John Kelly's revisionist Civil War history, Desi Lydic spends Halloween avoiding President Trump's tweets, and Gretchen Carlson discusses \"Be Fierce.\""
2017-11-01
"President Trump calls to curb immigration after a terrorist attack in New York City, and Hillary Clinton discusses \"What Happened\" and weighs in on the Trump-Russia probe."
2017-11-02
"Congress grills tech execs on Russian-bought ads meant to influence U.S. voters, Trevor recaps simpler news, and Gabrielle Union discusses \"We're Going to Need More Wine.\""
2017-11-06
"President Trump kicks off his tour of Asia in Japan, Sen. Jeff Flake discusses his book \"Conscience of a Conservative,\" and Tig Notaro talks about her show \"One Mississippi.\""
2017-11-07
"Sen. Rand Paul gets into a landscaping dispute with his neighbor, Saudi Arabia's crown prince cracks down on corruption, and Jeff Ross discusses Jeff Ross Roasts the Border."
2017-11-08
"Democrats sweep the 2017 elections, Trevor tries to imagine a worse president than Donald Trump, and Kenneth Branagh discusses his film \"Murder on the Orient Express.\""
2017-11-09
"President Trump visits China, Lewis Black calls for lawmakers to stop politicizing veterans, and Van Jones discusses his book \"Beyond the Messy Truth.\""
2017-11-13
"Roy Moore is accused of sexual assault, President Trump mocks Kim Jong-un and defends Vladimir Putin on a trip to Asia, and Hari Kondabolu discusses \"The Problem with Apu.\""
2017-11-14
"Ronny Chieng explains how President Trump has made China more powerful, a fifth woman accuses Roy Moore of sexual misconduct, and 2 Chainz discusses \"Most Expensivest.\""
2017-11-15
"Congress debates President Trump's power to use nuclear arms, Michelle Wolf explains how to not sexually harass coworkers, and Elaine McMillion Sheldon discusses \"Heroin(e).\""
2017-11-16
"Senator Al Franken is accused of groping a reporter during a 2006 USO tour, Jon Stewart talks about \"Night of Too Many Stars,\" and Jordan Peele discusses his film \"Get Out.\""
2017-11-27
"Congress grapples with a series of high-profile sexual assault accusations, President Trump pushes tax cuts for the wealthy, and Esther Perel discusses \"The State of Affairs.\""
2017-11-28
"Trevor explains why Donald Trump calls Elizabeth Warren \"Pocahontas,\" Project Veritas tries to delegitimize The Washington Post, and Greta Gerwig discusses \"Lady Bird.\""
2017-11-29
"Gina Yashere weighs in on the racism aimed at Meghan Markle, President Trump appoints Mick Mulvaney as director of the CFPB, and Talib Kweli discusses \"Radio Silence.\""
2017-11-30
"Libya uses Donald Trump's tweets to discredit a CNN report, Hasan Minhaj examines the White House's Islamophobia, and Henry Louis Gates, Jr., discusses \"Finding Your Roots.\""
2017-12-04
"Michael Flynn pleads guilty to lying to the FBI, Senate Republicans pass sweeping tax cuts for the wealthy, and Frankie Shaw discusses her Showtime series \"SMILF.\""
2017-12-05
"The RNC resumes funding for Roy Moore's Senate bid, Desi Lydic profiles a liberal survivalist, and The Atlantic's Julia Ioffe discusses Russian President Vladimir Putin."
2017-12-06
"President Trump seemingly wrestles with his dentures during a presser, Russia is banned from the Winter Games amid a doping scandal, and St. Vincent discusses \"Masseduction.\""
2017-12-07
"The Supreme Court considers whether a baker can deny a gay couple a wedding cake, Trevor looks at lesser-reported news, and Tiffany Haddish discusses \"The Last Black Unicorn.\""
2017-12-11
"Trevor questions the GOP's response to sexual assault, Ronny Chieng examines crime-fighting technology, and Pete Souza discusses \"Obama: An Intimate Portrait.\""
2017-12-12
"Roy Moore's wife uses questionable logic to claim her husband isn't racist, Roy Wood Jr. tells the GOP how to rebrand their tax plan, and Bob Odenkirk discusses \"The Post.\""
2017-12-13
"Roy Wood Jr. reacts to Democrat Doug Jones winning the Alabama Senate race, Dulce Sloan weighs in on black female voters, and Satya Nadella discusses \"Hit Refresh.\""
2017-12-14
"Conservative pundits call on Robert Mueller to end the Trump-Russia probe, Ronny Chieng learns about cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, and Niecy Nash chats about \"Downsizing.\""
2018-01-02
"The GOP tax plan takes effect, Kim Jong-un hints at North Korea's nuclear capabilities and possible peace talks with South Korea, and Yara Shahidi discusses \"Grown-ish.\""
2018-01-03
"Steve Bannon calls Team Trump's contacts with Russia \"treasonous,\" President Trump taunts North Korea on Twitter, and Dan Harris discusses \"Meditation for Fidgety Skeptics.\""
2018-01-04
"Michael Wolff releases a salacious book on President Trump, Michael Kosta learns how California is curbing gun violence, and Jodi Kantor discusses her Harvey Weinstein report."
2018-01-08
"President Trump calls himself a \"stable genius\" on Twitter, Roy Wood Jr. and Michael Kosta break down NFL headlines, and Ashley Graham discusses \"America's Next Top Model.\""
2018-01-09
"President Trump slams the Justice Department for not protecting him in the Russia probe, Trevor runs through lesser-reported headlines, and Jason Mitchell discusses \"The Chi.\""
2018-01-10
"President Trump meets with congressional leaders to negotiate the terms of DACA, Lewis Black gives an update on New York City, and filmmaker Dee Rees discusses \"Mudbound.\""
2018-01-11
"President Trump exempts Florida from an offshore drilling proposal, Hasan Minhaj finds out how to challenge hate speech, and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar discusses \"Becoming Kareem.\""
2018-01-15
"President Trump faces fallout after calling immigrant nations \"s**tholes,\" a missile alert is mistakenly issued in Hawaii, and Vashti Harrison discusses \"Little Leaders.\""
2018-01-16
"Trevor looks back at Chris Christie's governorship, Ronny Chieng examines the top gadgets at the Consumer Electronics Show, and Ricky Martin discusses \"American Crime Story.\""
2018-01-18
"President Trump signals an overhaul of both illegal and legal immigration, Trevor catches up on lesser-known news, and Ricky Gervais discusses the game show \"Child Support.\""
2018-01-22
"A stalemate in Congress leads to a government shutdown, Dulce Sloan and Desi Lydic look back on the 2017 Women's March, and Michael Wolff discusses his book \"Fire and Fury.\""
2018-01-23
"Trevor explains why Dreamers had the most to lose in the government shutdown, Roy Wood Jr. reacts to the 2018 Oscar nominations, and Jason Reynolds discusses \"Long Way Down.\""
2018-01-24
"Trevor breaks down how gerrymandering affects democracy, Dulce Sloan and Michael Kosta examine the Mexico border wall debate, and P.K. Subban discusses the NHL All-Star Game."
2018-01-25
"The GOP claims that the FBI is undermining the White House, Desi Lydic gives tips on interviewing President Trump, and Cecile Richards discusses Planned Parenthood's future."
2018-01-29
"Hillary Clinton reportedly shielded a 2008 campaign staffer accused of sexual harassment, President Trump tried to fire Robert Mueller, and Alex Gibney talks \"Dirty Money.\""
2018-01-30
"In a live episode following the State of the Union, Trevor chats with Michael Kosta and The New Yorker's David Remnick about President Trump's first year in office."
2018-01-31
"Conservatives praise President Trump's first State of the Union, Roy Wood Jr. gives an update on black America, and Angela Rye discusses \"Angela Rye's State of the Union.\""
2018-02-01
"The GOP pushes a sketchy memo in hopes of undermining the Trump-Russia probe, Roy Wood Jr. examines the on-screen deaths of black actors, and Rose McGowan discusses \"Brave.\""
2018-02-05
"Republicans react to Devin Nunes's FBI memo, Michael Kosta and Roy Wood Jr. examine racist sports logos, and Jessica Williams and Phoebe Robinson discuss \"2 Dope Queens.\""
2018-02-06
"President Trump accuses Democrats of treason for not applauding him, Hasan Minhaj reacts to the Dow Jones taking a record dip, and Liz Claman weighs in on the stock market."
2018-02-07
"President Trump orders a military parade, Trevor examines recent archeological findings, and Anthony Sadler, Alek Skarlatos and Spencer Stone discuss \"The 15:17 to Paris.\""
2018-02-08
"Trevor breaks down reports on Russia hacking voter rolls and Rob Porter's resignation, Roy Wood Jr. honors unsung black politicians, and Steve Aoki discusses \"Kolony.\""
2018-02-20
"School shooting survivors in Florida stage rallies for gun control, Roy Wood Jr. explains why black audiences love \"Black Panther,\" and Taylor Kitsch discusses \"Waco.\""
2018-02-21
"Conservatives accuse the Parkland survivors of being paid actors, Florida sidelines gun control measures for anti-porn legislation, and Ludacris discusses \"Fear Factor.\""
2018-02-22
"Parkland shooting survivors confront Marco Rubio and President Trump on gun control, Roy Wood Jr. celebrates black innovators, and Lupita Nyong'o discusses \"Black Panther.\""
2018-02-26
"Critics slam the sheriff who allegedly ignored warnings about the Parkland shooter, Roy Wood Jr. and Michael Kosta recap the Olympics, and Wayne Brady discusses \"Kinky Boots.\""
2018-02-27
"Trevor looks at the 2018 midterm congressional candidates, a German village grapples with a Nazi-era town bell, and CNN's Nima Elbagir talks about Libya's slave trade."
2018-02-28
"HUD Secretary Ben Carson blows taxpayer money on office furniture, Roy Wood Jr. and Dulce Sloan examine accomplishments of black women, and Jorge Ramos discusses \"Stranger.\""
2018-03-01
"President Trump sides with Democrats on gun control, Ronny Chieng asks a pro wrestler how Democrats can reach middle America, and Chadwick Boseman discusses \"Black Panther.\""
2018-03-05
"President Trump threatens to impose tariffs on aluminum and steel, Trevor weighs the cost of artificial intelligence on everyday life, and David Chang talks \"Ugly Delicious.\""
2018-03-06
"Former Trump aide Sam Nunberg lashes out at Robert Mueller's subpoena, Desi Lydic explores robot sex, and Eagles captain Malcolm Jenkins discusses his off-the-field activism."
2018-03-07
"The White House erupts into chaos despite Donald Trump's denials, Ronny Chieng looks at how A.I. is changing the legal system, and Terese Marie Mailhot talks \"Heart Berries.\""
2018-03-08
"Donald Trump pushes the myth that video games spur gun violence, Dulce Sloan examines tech's racial blind spot, and Vann R. Newkirk II talks Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy."
2018-03-12
"President Trump agrees to meet North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, Michael Kosta and Roy Wood Jr. kick off Third Month Mania, and author Junot Diaz discusses \"Islandborn.\""
2018-03-13
"President Trump fires Secretary of State Rex Tillerson, Vladimir Putin refuses to admit that Russia poisoned a spy in the U.K., and David Byrne discusses \"American Utopia.\""
2018-03-14
"Students protest gun violence on National Walkout Day, Lewis Black examines Donald Trump's golfing habits, and Krysten Ritter discusses her role on \"Marvel's Jessica Jones.\""
2018-03-15
"An astronaut's DNA is altered by his time in space, Trump taps CNBC's Larry Kudlow to be his economic adviser, and Christiane Amanpour discusses \"Sex & Love Around the World.\""
2018-03-19
"FBI Deputy Director Andrew McCabe is fired, Vladimir Putin celebrates yet another election victory, and Mitch Landrieu discusses his book \"In the Shadow of Statues.\""
2018-03-20
"President Trump wages a war against opioids, Third Month Mania's Bracket of Bulls**t enters round two, and Drew Barrymore discusses her role in \"Santa Clarita Diet.\""
2018-03-21
"Three women add to President Trump's legal woes, Trevor breaks down the Facebook-Cambridge Analytica scandal, and Matt Damon and Gary White discuss Water.org and WaterEquity."
2018-03-22
"Ronny Chieng weighs in on Facebook's data-sharing scandal, Trevor talks to survivors of the school shooting in Parkland, FL, and RuPaul Charles discusses \"RuPaul's Drag Race.\""
2018-03-26
"America's teens make history at the March For Our Lives, Roy Wood Jr. investigates a pro-gun rally in Montana, and Tyler Perry discusses his film \"Acrimony.\""
2018-03-28
"Desi Lydic channels Sarah Huckabee Sanders, a sheriff profits off of inmates' food money, and Chloe x Halle perform songs from their debut album \"The Kids Are Alright.\""
2018-03-29
"Kim Jong-un comes out of his shell, \"Punish a Muslim Day\" fliers spark outrage in the U.K., and Rosie Perez discusses arts education and her role in NBC's \"Rise.\""
2018-04-09
"The FBI raids the office of Trump's attorney, EPA chief Scott Pruitt comes under fire for a long list of scandals, and Tyra Banks chats about her book \"Perfect Is Boring.\""
2018-04-10
"Mark Zuckerberg gets grilled by Congress, Michael Kosta and Roy Wood Jr. announce the winner of the Bracket of Bulls**t, and Mariska Hargitay discusses \"I Am Evidence.\""
2018-04-11
"President Trump uses Twitter to threaten Syria, Hasan Minhaj explains the impeachment process, and Martellus Bennett chats about his children's book \"Hey A.J., It's Bedtime!\""
2018-04-12
"A rumor surfaces that President Trump secretly had a child with a former employee, Roy Wood Jr. examines the Fair Housing Act, and Karlie Kloss discusses Kode With Klossy."
2018-04-16
"NASA scientists send human sperm into space, ex-FBI Director James Comey hurls shade at President Trump on \"20\/20,\" and journalist Alex Wagner discusses her book \"Futureface.\""
2018-04-17
"The IRS gives taxpayers an extra day to file, Sean Hannity downplays his relationship with Michael Cohen, and Former Attorney General Eric Holder sits down with Trevor."
2018-04-18
"A train filled with human waste from New York City riles Alabamians, Desi Lydic examines the \"raw water\" trend, and Chelsea Clinton discusses \"She Persisted Around the World.\""
2018-04-19
"Puerto Rico experiences a massive power outage, Trevor highlights misadventures of \"good guys with guns,\" and Thandie Newton discusses her role on \"Westworld.\""
2018-04-23
"Donald Trump allegedly lied in order to get on the Forbes 400 list in 1982, Kanye West tweets controversial remarks about racism, and Tracy Morgan discusses \"The Last O.G.\""
2018-04-24
"President Trump cozies up to French President Emmanuel Macron, strippers compete with bartenders in New York City, and author Jonah Goldberg discusses \"Suicide of the West.\""
2018-04-25
"Controversy swirls around Trump's pick for VA secretary, Puerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Rossello discusses post-Maria recovery, and Christina Hendricks talks about \"Good Girls.\""
2018-04-26
"North Korea's nuclear testing site collapses, President Trump launches into an unhinged tirade on \"Fox & Friends,\" and author James Forman Jr. discusses \"Locking Up Our Own.\""
2018-04-30
"President Trump takes credit for a summit between the two Koreas, Michelle Wolf sparks outrage at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, and Kevin Young discusses \"Brown.\""
2018-05-01
"Robert Mueller's questions for President Trump are leaked to the press, Michael Kosta chats with a 27th Amendment hero, and Antoinette Robertson discusses \"Dear White People.\""
2018-05-02
"Donald Trump is accused of faking his doctor's note, Kanye West comes under fire for saying slavery was \"a choice,\" and Michael Hayden discusses \"The Assault on Intelligence.\""
2018-05-03
"Rudy Giuliani lights a fire under the Stormy Daniels scandal, Lewis Black sounds off about midterm primary battles, and magician David Blaine chats about \"David Blaine Live.\""
2018-05-07
"An NHL player goes on a face-licking spree, Michael Kosta breaks down Rudy Giuliani's defense strategy for President Trump, and Ronan Farrow discusses his book \"War on Peace.\""
2018-05-08
"President Trump ditches the Iran nuclear deal, New York Attorney General Eric Schneiderman faces sexual abuse allegations, and Jon Meacham discusses \"The Soul of America.\""
2018-05-09
"Don Blankenship loses his Senate primary bid in West Virginia, Trevor highlights gun-happy police officers, and Diane Guerrero discusses her memoir \"In the Country We Love.\""
2018-05-10
"A black Yale student is interrogated by police for napping, Desi Lydic investigates a refugee flow from the U.S. to Canada, and Rep. Joaquin Castro sits down with Trevor."
2018-05-14
"President Trump opens a controversial U.S. embassy in Jerusalem, John Kelly makes disparaging remarks about Mexican immigrants, and Michael C. Hall chats about \"Safe.\""
2018-05-15
"President Trump ends his nights by chatting with Sean Hannity, Ronny Chieng weighs in on Michigan's first police cat, and CBS's Gayle King discusses her book \"Note to Self.\""
2018-05-16
"Betsy DeVos shutters investigations into for-profit colleges, John Bolton jeopardizes U.S.-North Korea peace talks, and Terry Crews discusses \"Brooklyn Nine-Nine.\""
2018-05-29
"Immigration officials separate families at the U.S.-Mexico border, Roy Wood Jr. contributes to Starbucks's racial bias training, and Johnny Knoxville discusses \"Action Point.\""
2018-05-30
"President Trump pushes a wild conspiracy theory to discredit the FBI, Fox News pundits react to Roseanne Barr's racist tweet, and Tarana Burke discusses the Me Too movement."
2018-05-31
"Kim Kardashian meets with President Trump at the White House, Ronny Chieng takes aim at a greedy televangelist, and Cynthia Nixon discusses her bid for governor of New York."
2018-06-04
"President Trump's legal team argues that he can't be charged with a crime, the U.S.-North Korea summit is back on, and Awkwafina talks \"Ocean's 8\" and \"Crazy Rich Asians.\""
2018-06-05
"The Miss America pageant ditches its swimsuit contest, Hasan Minhaj wonders if President Trump is converting to Islam, and actor Brian Tyree Henry chats about \"Hotel Artemis.\""
2018-06-06
"Trevor highlights how Facebook thrives on polarization, Ronny Chieng tackles adventure playgrounds, and feminist author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie discusses \"Dear Ijeawele.\""
2018-06-07
"EPA chief Scott Pruitt takes heat for possible ethics violations, the NFL's Malcolm Jenkins silently fires back at President Trump, and Regina King discusses \"Seven Seconds.\""
2018-06-11
"Ian Bremmer, Eurasia group president and author ( \u201cUs vs. Them: The Failure of Globalism.\u201d)"
2018-06-13
"Ian Bremmer, Eurasia group president and author ( \u201cUs vs. Them: The Failure of Globalism.\u201d)"
Season 24 - The Daily Show
2018-10-01
"The FBI investigates sexual assault allegations against Brett Kavanaugh, the U.S. and Canada reach a trade deal, and author Carol Anderson discusses One Person, No Vote."
2018-10-02
"The White House launches a presidential text alert system, a 1985 police report describes Brett Kavanaugh's involvement in a bar fight, and NBC's Lester Holt stops by."
2018-10-03
"A report on Donald Trump's taxes debunks his self-made claims, Desi Lydic looks at 2018's most corrupt candidates, and Neil deGrasse Tyson discusses Accessory to War."
2018-10-04
"The FBI completes its investigation of the sexual assault allegations against Brett Kavanaugh, Desi Lydic infiltrates the Girl Scouts, and actor Riz Ahmed discusses Venom."
2018-10-09
"Brett Kavanaugh is sworn in as a Supreme Court Justice, Taylor Swift endorses two Democratic candidates in Tennessee, and journalist Mark Leibovich discusses Big Game."
2018-10-10
"U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley steps down on surprisingly good terms, Roy Wood Jr. breaks down Georgia's gubernatorial race, and pro wrestler John Cena discusses Elbow Grease."
2018-10-11
"Kanye West visits the White House, Jaboukie Young-White explains how the voting system caters to older people, and Nicole Chung discusses her memoir All You Can Ever Know."
2018-10-15
"Georgia vandals deface a historic monument using googly eyes, Elizabeth Warren reveals proof of her Native American heritage, and Amandla Stenberg discusses The Hate U Give."
2018-10-16
"The Saudis change their story on Jamal Khashoggi's disappearance, Roy Wood Jr. honors historic black activists in sports, and Melissa McCarthy talks about Can You Ever Forgive Me?"
2018-10-17
"President Trump defends Saudi Arabia, Dulce Sloan meets with Indiana congressional candidate Jeannine Lee Lake, and Julian Castro discusses An Unlikely Journey."
2018-10-18
"Georgia voters face disenfranchisement ahead of the midterms, Ronny Chieng sounds off on the latest tech advancements, and Formula One World Champion Lewis Hamilton stops by."
2018-10-29
"A Trump supporter mails bombs to prominent Democrats, Roy Wood Jr. celebrates black Floridians, and Trevor chats with Florida Democratic gubernatorial nominee Andrew Gillum."
2018-10-30
"President Trump casts a migrant caravan as an \"invasion,\" Roy Wood Jr. and Michael Kosta investigate toxic algae in Florida, and Miami Marlins CEO Derek Jeter stops by."
2018-10-31
"President Trump proposes an end to birthright citizenship, Desi Lydic investigates the \"Florida man\" phenomenon, and CNN's Ana Navarro discusses Trump's effect on the GOP."
2018-11-01
"President Trump lashes out at immigrants at a rally in Florida, Ronny Chieng examines Florida's lionfish epidemic, and Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade sits down with Trevor."
2018-11-05
"President Trump threatens Iran via a meme, celebrities implore people to vote in the midterms, and Trevor interviews Ohio Gov. John Kasich and New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker."
2018-11-06
"The World's Fakest News Team weighs in on the 2018 midterm election results, and senior writer for Rolling Stone Jamil Smith sits down with Trevor."
2018-11-07
"President Trump attacks the media during a post-midterms press conference, Nevada voters elect a dead brothel owner, and Rebecca Traister discusses her book Good and Madi."
2018-11-08
"Trevor profiles acting Attorney General Matt Whitaker, Mexican drug lord Joaqu\u00edn \"El Chapo\" Guzm\u00e1n goes on trial in New York, and rapper Swizz Beatz discusses his album Poison."
2018-11-12
"President Trump has an especially bad week, Roy Wood Jr. highlights the contributions of African-American soldiers, and actor Jeffrey Wright discusses We Are Not Done Yet."
2018-11-13
"Amazon announces new headquarters in Virginia and New York, Michael Kosta weighs in on Florida's midterm recounts, and Jenifer Lewis discusses The Mother of Black Hollywood."
2018-11-14
"House Democrats gear up to investigate the Trump administration, Lewis Black sounds off about a flat Earth conference, and chess Grandmaster Maurice Ashley chats with Trevor."
2018-11-15
"Jaboukie Young-White reacts to Amazon's plan to set up shop in New York, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand discusses Bold & Brave, and Creed II star Tessa Thompson stops by."
2018-11-26
"Conservatives disregard a government report on climate change, Central American asylum seekers face tear gas at the U.S.-Mexico border, and will.i.am sits down with Trevor."
2018-11-27
"General Motors announces massive layoffs, Trevor addresses the fatal police shooting of Emantic Fitzgerald Bradford Jr., and actor Diego Luna discusses Narcos: Mexico."
2018-11-28
"A giant cow in Australia becomes an internet celebrity, Ronny Chieng sits down with District Attorney Mark Gonzalez in Texas, and Al Gore discusses 24 Hours of Reality."
2018-11-29
"Former Trump attorney Michael Cohen pleads guilty to lying to Congress, the Veterans Affairs Department stiffs veterans, and author Lindy West discusses Shout Your Abortion."
2018-12-03
"Trevor returns to his home country of South Africa, where he spends quality time with his grandmother, sits down with Usher and hosts the 2018 Global Citizen Festival."
2018-12-04
"The World's Fakest News Team fills in for a speechless Trevor by covering a blatant GOP power grab, and musician Anderson Paak discusses his album Oxnard."
2018-12-05
"Roy Wood Jr. and Michael Kosta cover sports, Ronny Chieng talks to Bill Gates about his mission to reinvent the toilet, and Moschino's Jeremy Scott discusses fashion."
2018-12-06
"Jaboukie Young-White weighs in on America's trend toward a cashless society, Michael Kosta examines Switzerland's gun culture, and Jay Rosen discusses The Correspondent."
2018-12-10
"Michael Kosta volunteers to replace White House Chief of Staff John Kelly, President Trump is implicated in felonies, and Tatiana Maslany discusses Destroyer and Network."
2018-12-11
"Nancy Pelosi and Chuck Schumer throw down with President Trump, Ronny Chieng addresses Fortnite addiction, and rapper Meek Mill discusses criminal justice reform."
2018-12-12
"European museums consider returning African art to Africa, Neal Brennan mercilessly debunks popular beliefs, and Jennifer Lopez discusses Second Act and Limitless."
2018-12-13
"The National Enquirer exacerbates President Trump's hush-money scandal, journalist Bob Woodward discusses Fear, and Janelle Mon\u00e1e chats about her album Dirty Computer."
2018-12-17
"Mick Mulvaney becomes President Trump's new chief of staff, Roy Wood Jr. talks about Christmas from a black perspective, and Eve L. Ewing discusses Ghosts in the Schoolyard."
2018-12-18
"Dulce Sloan reacts to Russia's effort to manipulate black Americans, Desi Lydic learns how to talk to racist family members over the holidays, and Pusha T discusses Daytona."
2018-12-19
"Trevor and The World's Fakest News Team look back at the weirdness and wildness of 2018, and Charlamagne Tha God discusses mental health and his book Shook One."
2019-01-07
"Michael Kosta suits up for the government shutdown, Roy Wood Jr. examines R. Kelly's surge in popularity, and Malala Yousafzai discusses We Are Displaced and Malala Fund."
2019-01-08
"President Trump flirts with declaring a state of emergency, Michael Kosta investigates a gun festival in Switzerland, and Marc Mauer discusses his book The Meaning of Life."
2019-01-09
"President Trump delivers a fearmongering Oval Office address, Desi Lydic reacts to Jeff Bezos's impending divorce, and Barry Jenkins discusses If Beale Street Could Talk."
2019-01-10
"The government shutdown over President Trump's border wall takes its toll, Trevor weighs in on a casting controversy, and John David Washington discusses BlacKkKlansman."
2019-01-14
"Trevor highlights three Democrats running for president in 2020, President Trump's dubious grasp of Civil War history is dramatized, and Derek Waters discusses Drunk History."
2019-01-15
"Trevor investigates the racist rhetoric of Rep. Steve King, Ronny Chieng weighs in on the 2019 Consumer Electronics Show, and author Tressie McMillan Cottom discusses \"Thick.\""
2019-01-16
"Nancy Pelosi calls on President Trump to postpone his State of the Union address, Lewis Black targets new state laws, and Keegan-Michael Key discusses Friends from College."
2019-01-17
"Michael Kosta sees crowdfunding as a solution to the government shutdown, Jaboukie Young-White tries out a Trump-inspired credit card, and Don Cheadle talks Black Monday."
2019-01-21
"A teen\u2019s standoff with Native American leaders goes viral, Dulce Sloan reflects on Martin Luther King\u2019s legacy, and \u2018I Am The Night\u2019 Director Patty Jenkins stops by."
2019-01-22
"Democratic Presidential hopefuls address their controversial pasts, Ronny Chieng calls out an Oscar snub, and Amanda Seals discusses her stand-up special \u2018I Be Knowin.\u2019\u2019"
2019-01-23
"Nancy Pelosi asks President Trump to postpone the State of the Union, Roy Wood Jr. investigates black cowboys taking on gang violence, and Joe Morton talks \"God Friended Me.\""
2019-01-24
"El Chapo's former associates tell all in court, Roy Wood Jr. explains why the NFL should rely on instant replay, and \"Meet the Press\" moderator Chuck Todd stops by."
2019-01-28
"The government reopens after the longest shutdown in history, Trump aide Roger Stone gets indicted in the Robert Mueller investigation, and Mo Amer discusses \"The Vagabond.\""
2019-01-29
"Howard Schultz announces a possible presidential run, Desi Lydic finds out how environmental racism is affecting a Colorado school, and Ellevest CEO Sallie Krawcheck stops by."
2019-01-31
"Roy Wood Jr. and Michael Kosta prepare for the big game, Neal Brennan calls for gun control-inspired social media regulations, and Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar stops by."
2019-02-04
"Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam comes under fire for allegedly appearing in blackface, President Trump defends his plans for Syria, and Colin Quinn talks \"Red State Blue State.\""
2019-02-05
"Trevor and the World's Fakest News Team break down President Trump\u2019s second State of the Union address, and New York Times op-ed columnist Frank Bruni weighs in on the speech."
2019-02-06
"Democrats tease their potential 2020 presidential campaigns, Michael Kosta investigates competitive video gaming, and actor Danai Gurira discusses \"The Walking Dead.\""
2019-02-07
"Ronny Chieng talks about raising taxes on the rich, Roy Wood Jr. highlights notable civil rights marches, and journalist Dorothy Butler Gilliam discusses \"Trailblazer.\""
2019-02-11
"Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam addresses his blackface scandal in a CBS interview, Sen. Amy Klobuchar enters the 2020 race, and actor Phoebe Robinson discusses \"2 Dope Queens.\""
2019-02-12
"President Trump holds a rally in El Paso, Texas, notorious drug lord Pablo Escobar's hippos take over Colombia, and writer and director Spike Lee discusses \"BlacKkKlansman.\""
2019-02-13
"Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's Green New Deal sparks outrage, Bricky the Border Wall heads to El Paso, TX, and director RaMell Ross talks \"Hale County This Morning, This Evening.\""
2019-02-14
"Trevor reflects on the one-year anniversary of the Parkland shooting, Roy Wood Jr. looks back at black contributions to music, and author Chris Wilson talks \"The Master Plan.\""
2019-02-18
"Questionable details emerge about Jussie Smollett's alleged attack, President Trump declares a national emergency, and director Bing Liu discusses \"Minding the Gap.\""
2019-02-19
"Senator Bernie Sanders joins the 2020 presidential race, Jaboukie Young-White weighs in on Jussie Smollett's alleged attack, and Trevor sits down with NBA star Enes Kanter."
2019-02-20
"President Trump is accused of meddling in the Michael Cohen investigation, Trevor examines America's opioid crisis, and Senator Kamala Harris discusses \"The Truths We Hold.\""
2019-02-21
"Jussie Smollett faces a felony charge, Roy Wood Jr. explores the history of enemies recruiting black Americans, and Chris Kelly and Sarah Schneider discuss The Other Two."
2019-02-25
"Singer R. Kelly faces jail time for sexual abuse, Roy Wood Jr. meets preteen political commentators, and director Chiwetel Ejiofor discusses \"The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind.\""
2019-02-26
"President Trump meets with Kim Jong-un in Vietnam, two women who left their home countries to join ISIS fight to return, and John Legend performs \"Preach.\""
2019-02-27
"Michael Cohen goes before Congress to call Donald Trump racist and corrupt, Lewis Black criticizes anti-vaxxers, and Angie Thomas discusses her book \"On the Come Up.\""
2019-02-28
"Donald Trump and Kim Jong-un's nuclear summit breaks down, Roy Wood Jr. examines the history of the \"magical negro\" in cinema, and musician Gary Clark Jr. stops by."
2019-03-03
"The Daily Show looks back at President Trump's mismanagement of the longest shutdown in American history."
2019-03-05
"The Daily Show revisits some notable local news stories, including a pet alligator in a nursing home and the lifting of a nunchucks ban."
2019-03-06
"The Daily Show provides an update on Robert Mueller's investigation and President Trump's suspicious string of pro-Russia stances."
2019-03-11
"Beto O'Rourke remains coy about running for president in 2020, President Trump refers to Tim Cook as \"Tim Apple,\" and author Rutger Bregman discusses \"Utopia for Realists.\""
2019-03-18
"Trevor gives an update on Democratic presidential contenders, Ronny Chieng highlights environmental news, and Washington Gov. Jay Inslee discusses his 2020 White House bid."
2019-03-19
"Trevor highlights Boeing's outsized power over the FAA, Neal Brennan examines socialism's rising popularity in America, and Will Packer discusses The Atlanta Child Murders."
2019-03-20
"President Trump lashes out at both the late John McCain and George Conway, Desi Lydic celebrates women's innovations, and Texas Congressman Will Hurd sits down with Trevor."
2019-03-21
"Michael Kosta argues in favor of reparations, Roy Wood Jr. and Ronny Chieng cover sports news, and Planned Parenthood President Dr. Leana Wen discusses reproductive rights."
2019-03-25
"Trevor and Roy Wood Jr. react to Robert Mueller's report clearing President Trump of Russian collusion, and Abbi Jacobson and Ilana Glazer reflect on the end of Broad City."
2019-03-26
"Democrats demand the release of the Mueller Report, Trevor gives a rundown of high-profile screwups, and Bobby Hall (a.k.a. Logic) discusses his debut novel Supermarket."
2019-03-27
"Trevor profiles 2020 presidential hopeful Pete Buttigieg, Michael Kosta reacts to cruel proposals from the Trump administration, and Jennifer L. Eberhardt discusses Biased."
2019-03-28
"Trevor examines the phenomenon of snowplow parenting, Desi Lydic investigates gender price discrimination, and Lupita Nyong'o discusses her dual role in the movie Us."
2019-04-01
"Joe Biden is accused of inappropriate behavior toward women, President Trump cuts off aid to Central American countries, and New York Rep. Hakeem Jeffries chats with Trevor."
2019-04-02
"A whistleblower sounds the alarm about security clearances in the Trump administration, spring break spirals out of control in Miami, and Marsai Martin chats about Little."
2019-04-03
"Lori Lightfoot becomes Chicago's first black female mayor, Trevor examines President Trump's bitter hatred of windmills, and PJ Morton discusses his album Gumbo Unplugged."
2019-04-04
"Controversy swirls around William Barr's Mueller report summary, Democrats call for President Trump's tax returns, and Sen. Bernie Sanders discusses his 2020 White House bid."
2019-04-08
"President Trump fires Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen, Trevor profiles Federal Reserve Board nominee Herman Cain, and David Oyelowo discusses Les Miserables."
2019-04-09
"Democrats spar with White House officials over President Trump's tax returns, Ronny Chieng reacts to food-based lawsuits in the U.S., and Abby Wambach discusses Wolfpack."
2019-04-10
"Maxine Waters smacks down Steve Mnuchin, Roy Wood Jr. reacts to Democratic presidential candidates' black voter outreach, and Oprah Winfrey discusses The Path Made Clear."
2019-04-11
"WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange is arrested, Desi Lydic examines the Me Too movement's effects on Wall Street work culture, and Lizzo chats about her album Cuz I Love You."
2019-05-06
"Comedian and actor Eddie Izzard visits The Daily Show to talk about his \"Eddie Izzard: Wunderbar\" tour."
2019-05-07
"Trevor sits down with author and former senior adviser to President Barack Obama Valerie Jarrett to discuss her book, \"Finding My Voice: My Journey to the West Wing and the Path Forward.\""
2019-05-08
"Trevor welcomes supermodel, entrepreneur and media mogul Tyra Banks to The Daily Show."
2019-05-09
"Writer and director Mark Jonathan Harris stops by The Daily Show to discuss his HBO documentary \"Foster.\""
2019-05-20
"Trevor welcomes Senator and Democratic presidential candidate Kirsten Gillibrand to The Daily Show."
2019-05-22
"Trevor sits down with journalist and author Rachel Louise Snyder to discuss her book, \"No Visible Bruises: What We Don't Know About Domestic Violence Can Kill Us.\""
2019-05-23
"Comedian Wyatt Cenac stops by The Daily Show to talk about his HBO series \"Wyatt Cenac's Problem Areas.\""
2019-05-28
"Actor and producer Reese Witherspoon stops by The Daily Show to talk about her HBO series \"Big Little Lies.\""
Season 25 - The Daily Show
Season 26 - The Daily Show
Season 30 - The Daily Show
2025-01-06
"Jon Stewart kicks off 2025 with an unusually civil Jan. 6 election certification, and right-wing media's desperate attempts to make the Bourbon Street attack about immigration. Plus, Jon unpacks the eerily normal digital footprints of recent terrorists and questions the internet's role in their radicalizations. \"We're going to be standing up every single day for the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, and the freedom of the people.\" Rep. Jamie Raskin of Maryland joins Jon Stewart from Washington D.C. to discuss the country's future following the certification of Donald Trump's 2024 election win. As the newly-elected ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, he weighs in on Democratic priorities moving forward, engaging young voters through the Democracy Summer project, his friendship with Rep. Lauren Boebert, and positive memories from the day after the 2021 insurrection."
2025-01-07
"Desi Lydic discusses Trump's imperialist push ahead of his inauguration, including making Canada the 51st state, renaming the Gulf of Mexico, and possibly invading Greenland. Plus, Jordan Klepper is hyped about colonialism's apparent comeback. Desi Lydic breaks down how companies like Meta, McDonald's, and Amazon are doing everything from ditching facts to bribing Melania with a documentary to get in the president-elect's good graces. \"My movie is sort of a letter to myself to kind of encourage myself to be more unapologetically my authentic self, without shame.\" Writer and director of the new film \"Babygirl,\" Halina Reijn sits down with Desi Lydic to discuss the questions she set out to explore through the film about shame, sexuality, and authenticity, subverting the tropes of the erotic thriller genre, and how her background as an actress informs her directing."
2025-01-08
"Desi Lydic covers conservative media's support for Trump's Greenland invasion idea, Trump blaming Gavin Newsom for the LA wildfires, and Trump's plans for pardoning the Jan. 6 insurrectionists. Desi Lydic tackles New York's controversial new congestion pricing toll, while Josh Johnson hits the street to hear from real New Yorkers. \"People say men don't have problems. They are the problem.\" Founding president of the American Institute for Boys and Men and \"Of Boys and Men\" author, Richard Reeves, sits down with Desi Lydic to initiate a national conversation about the issues facing America's young men. They discuss creating a space for dialogue about men's issues without blaming women, how the phrase \"toxic masculinity\" pushes men from productive conversation, increasing the amount of men in teaching and mental healthcare, and how Trump acknowledged men's issues but encouraged America to move backward."
2025-01-09
"Desi Lydic tackles the historically awkward reunion between Trump and all his political enemies at Jimmy Carter's funeral. Plus, conservatives blame DEI for the raging wildfires in LA, so Michael Kosta is stepping in to help with his straight white maleness. Desi Lydic and Jordan Klepper are back with another Sports War to discuss the latest sports news: from NFL players hitting cash-out incentives to the college bowl's delicious new mascots to whether wokeness killed the NBA's ratings. Academy Award-nominated actor Marianne Jean-Baptiste sits down with Desi Lydic to discuss her critically acclaimed new film, \"Hard Truths.\" She discusses the real-life inspiration behind her character Pansy, who's \"a bit of a difficult woman,\" the collaborative process with director Mike Leigh on set, and gets into character with reactions to today's headlines."
2025-01-13
"Jon Stewart examines how Trump's finger-pointing, and the GOP's threats to withhold disaster relief for the L.A. wildfires are missing the bigger picture: nature is fucked, and helping those in pain shouldn't be a political issue. Mark Carney, Canadian economist and former Governor of the Bank of Canada and Bank of England, chats with Jon Stewart about his country's response to Donald Trump's desire to annex Canada: \"It's not going to happen.\" They also discuss the impending financial crisis Canada faces if Trump follows through on his tariff threats and how the country's upcoming election involving the leader of the opposition Conservative Party Pierre Poilievre mirrors the 2024 U.S. presidential race. Carney also discusses his bona fides as he considers entering the race to replace Trudeau as the leader of Canada's Liberal Party."
2025-01-14
"Jordan Klepper recaps Pete Hegseth's Senate confirmation hearing for Secretary of Defense, which featured Republicans pretending to vet the Fox News anchor and Democrats questioning his infidelities, drinking problem, and misogyny. Plus, Desi Lydic teaches Jordan Klepper a lesson on digging too deeply into Trump's cabinet selects. From humble Midwest beginnings to a dishonorable discharge from the army to landing his perfect job as a Fox News personality, Trump's Secretary of Defense nominee is ready to fight... for his right... to party. This is the Daily Showography of Pete Hegseth. Actor Boyd Holbrook sits down with Jordan Klepper to talk about his experience playing Johnny Cash in the new film, \"A Complete Unknown.\" They discuss working with director James Mangold on the legacy of playing Johnny Cash, Cash's letters to Bob Dylan on the back of airplane barf bags, the pressures of portraying a real person on film, and how Christian Bale threw him a bone early in his career."
2025-01-15
"Jordan Klepper reports on the Israel-Hamas ceasefire and TikTok's final days. While Americans wait to find out if Trump or Elon Musk will come to TikTok's rescue, Michael Kosta joins the ranks of those turning to Chinese alternative apps like RedNote. Why go to jail when you can get elected president? At James & Carino Law Firm, experts follow Trump's lead in keeping their clients out of the slammer with their new slogan: \"Stop trying to beat the law and start putting yourself above it.\" \"All living is just stand-up comedy.\" Comedian, actor, and poet ALOK sits down with Jordan Klepper to discuss their new comedy special, \"Biology!\" They explain how reckoning with mortality inspired their set, embracing humor as a practice of resistance against transphobia, getting performance advice from Christopher Guest, and why Meta bending the knee for Trump is actually a trans allegory."
2025-01-16
"Jordan Klepper covers Biden's ominous farewell address, in which he warned about the end of democracy and formation of an oligarchy. Plus, Desi Lydic and Michael Kosta try to sort out the most important detail of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire: Who gets the credit? Grace Kuhlenschmidt revisits famed election prognosticator Allan Lichtman, who wrongly predicted a Harris victory, to demand answers on why Trump was victorious and educate him on the impact of Charli XCX. \"We've gotta figure out how do we resist when essential, but how do we try to work together to get stuff done when we can?\" Representative Tom Suozzi of New York's third Congressional District sits down with Jordan Klepper to discuss what he thinks is the best strategy for Democrats during Trump's second term, including a willingness to meet Republicans halfway when appropriate, and avoiding the GOP's culture war distractions to focus on building up the middle class."
2025-01-20
"Jon Stewart unravels the absurd \"weave\" that was Trump's Inauguration Day, from Joe Biden's buzzer-beater pardons to the tech billionaire VIPs in attendance to the new president's passive-aggressive transfer of power. Plus, the Best F**kin News Team has full coverage on day one of the second Trump era. Brooke Harrington, economic sociologist at Dartmouth College and author of \"Offshore: Stealth Wealth and the New Colonialism,\" sits down with Jon Stewart to discuss modern American oligarchies and the behavior of the ultra-rich. They talk about Donald Trump's \"broligarchy\" of America's tech billionaires, how they differ from the oligarchs of Russia and the Gilded Age, the lack of oblige and social norms imposed on these tech tycoons, and how a coalition of laborers is the only way to dismantle the system."
2025-01-21
"Ronny Chieng on Trump pulling the U.S. out of international treaties and organizations, pardoning the January 6th rioters, dissing Melania, and celebrating with the YMCA. Plus, Josh Johnson joins freed insurrectionists on their next criminal adventure. Jordan Klepper went to Trump's inauguration to talk to MAGA diehards who traveled near and far to witness Trump's... garbage truck? Actor Stephanie Hsu sits down with Ronny Chieng to discuss her new Peacock series, \"Laid.\" She shares how Ali Wong's advice pushed her to sign on for the dark rom-com, getting her big break in the \"SpongeBob SquarePants\" Broadway musical, and the importance of \"Everything Everywhere All At Once.\" Plus, Stephanie offers a behind-the-scenes peek into Ronny's unparalleled professionalism."
2025-01-22
"Ronny Chieng covers Trump's face-off with a woke pastor, his lukewarm review of church, and a \"fuck-it\" approach to the Jan. 6 pardons. Plus, Troy Iwata investigates if the GOP's amnesia for insurrectionist violence is really a disease. Triumph the Insult Comic Dog goes to the People's March to talk to protestors about ways they can mobilize against the Trump administration, from new logos to Jimmy Carter conspiracies to storming a nearby coffee shop. Legendary hip-hop artist Talib Kweli sits down with Ronny Chieng to discuss the future of the music industry and his latest album \"The Confidence of Knowing.\" They talk about supporting artists outside of streaming, how hip-hop is deeply rooted in social justice, understanding the political divide beyond Democrat vs. Republican, and how tech billionaires profit off our social media engagement."
2025-01-23
"Ronny Chieng dives into Trump's first week: DEI snitches, affirmative action's rollback to 1965, and a block on a \"blatantly unconstitutional\" executive order. Plus, Al Madrigal joins to discuss an enemy greater than immigrant violence: face tattoos. Charlamagne Tha God on why canceling rappers who performed at Trump's inauguration is misplaced anger and how Democrats should move forward by following the GOP's model of staying mad. Former Daily Show correspondent Al Madrigal sits down with Ronny Chieng to talk about his role in the series \"Lopez vs. Lopez.\" They discuss working with comedy legend George Lopez, the chain letters Rob Riggle passed down to correspondents from Stephen Colbert, and the beauty of LA's community mobilizing after the fires."
2025-01-27
"Jon Stewart discusses China's new A.I. tool \"DeepSeek,\" and urges Democrats to convince voters of THEIR plan rather than react to Trump's \"fascist\" first week of executive orders. Chief Royal Ramey, a formerly incarcerated firefighter, and CEO and co-founder of the Forestry and Fire Recruitment Program, joins Jon Stewart to discuss how his program helps other formerly incarcerated people find a career in the fire sector. They discuss the hands-on training he received while incarcerated, why the work appeals to those currently serving time, and how helping a community and experiencing the \"prison-to-public servant pipeline\" changed his life."
2025-01-28
"Michael Kosta checks in on the latest Trumpworld news: new press secretary Karoline Leavitt, the banning of trans people in the military, and the aftermath of pardoned Jan. 6 insurrectionists. Plus, Troy Iwata sets up an elaborate sting for J6 sex offenders. Ronny Chieng and Michael Kosta debate Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift's Super Bowl \"ring,\" Philadelphia's mayor's misspelled Eagles chant, and a nacho tray distraction at a NHL game in the latest installment of Sports War. Comedian and actor Lil Rel Howery chats with Michael Kosta about starring in the new animated film \"Dog Man,\" how therapy has benefited his life and his comedy, and the \"Get Out\" tagline that follows him at every T.S.A. checkpoint."
2025-01-29
"Michael Kosta tackles RFK Jr.'s confirmation hearing for health secretary, including protests from his family and medical professionals, his questionable stances on vaccines and AIDS, and Bernie Sanders's onesie interrogation. Plus, the polio virus (Troy Iwata) shares his excitement about returning to work. Now that Trump-aligned billionaires run various social media platforms, Grace Kuhlenschmidt asks New Yorkers if they will finally delete their apps. Filmmaker Rachel Mason sits down with Michael Kosta to discuss her new Max docuseries, \"An Update on Our Family.\" She explains what attracted her to the story of the Stauffer family, popular YouTube vloggers who shared their overseas adoption online, the ethics of profiting off your children via content, and how she navigates oversharing on her own social media accounts."
2025-01-30
"Michael Kosta on the tragic Washington D.C. plane crash and Trump's baseless blame of DEI for the catastrophe. Plus, the Best F**kin' News team breaks down which of Trump's nominees was least qualified at their Senate hearings. Dry January is ending, but Lewis Black can't figure out why it started. From Dry January to Damp January, Lewis Black asks the over-labelled generation why they'd pick the coldest, most chaotic month to go sober in this instalment of Back to Black. Journalist and author Vince Beiser sits down with Michael Kosta to discuss the paradox of electric vehicles and renewable energy and his latest book \"Power Metal: The Race for the Resources That Will Shape the Future.\" They talk about how preventing climate change has led to a rush for \"critical\" metals, how China has dominated the field of mining and manufacturing, the minerals and metals behind Trump's Greenland obsession, recycling electronic waste, and the importance of reusing and repairing gadgets."
2025-02-03
"Jon Stewart examines Trump's attacks on trans people, Canada, and DEI as his first presidential orders of business and asks: How is that making America great again? Plus, the Best F**kin' News Team debate on where they rank in the DEI hierarchy. Mo Amer, a writer, stand-up comedian, and co-creator and star of \"Mo,\" sits down with Jon Stewart to discuss the second season of his Peabody Award-winning Netflix series, inspired by his own refugee experience. They discuss how the series explores the complexities of statelessness and asylum, the absurdities of the immigration process, and how he leaned on Jon for support while figuring out whether to talk about Oct. 7 on his show."
2025-02-04
"Desi Lydic covers Elon Musk's purge of USAID, Louisiana Senator John Kennedy's lust for omelets, and Trump's January 6 revenge on top FBI officials. Plus, Troy Iwata checks in to answer the burning question: Is any of this legal? If your company is sucking up to Trump by dismantling DEI initiatives, The Daily Show has you covered with this HR training video to help workers unlearn all those \"woke\" teachings. Acclaimed producer and best-selling author Nicole Avant talks to Desi Lydic about the true story behind the Netflix movie \"The Six Triple Eight\" of an all-Black, all-female battalion that contributed to a victory in WWII and describes what she learned about the Coast Guard in her former role as Ambassador to the Bahamas. She also discusses her book \"Think You'll Be Happy,\" which tells the story of her grief and path to healing after the tragic loss of her mother, and how her mother's last words to her serve as both the title of the book and her mantra in life."
2025-02-05
"Desi Lydic tackles Trump's proposal to take over Gaza and push all the Palestinians out to build a resort. Plus, Republicans try to spin the president's plan, and Jordan Klepper gets in on the brainstorming sesh. Don't worry about trade wars, Starbucks's bathroom policy, or egg prices breaking the bank because Michael Kosta is back with guaranteed money-making tips in a new Ko$ta Doin' Business. Emmy and Golden Globe-nominated actor Julia Stiles sits down with Desi Lydic to talk about her feature directorial debut, \"Wish You Were Here.\" They discuss being in the \"driver's seat\" as a director after years of acting, working with longtime friend Vanessa Carlton, balancing the humorous love story with universal issues, and how becoming a parent prepared her for managing film crews and actors on set."
2025-02-06
"Desi Lydic covers Trump's latest executive actions, including a combination walk back/double-down on his Gaza plan, a ban on trans athletes that he probably didn't proofread, and a \"National Garden of American Heroes.\" Plus, Ronny Chieng and Josh Johnson debate which Americans are statue-worthy. Elon Musk needs Democrats to get their heads in the game and for Republicans to open their eyes before Elon Musk destroys the government like it's a SpaceX rocket. \"Love Hurts\" actor Ke Huy Quan joins Desi Lydic to discuss his upcoming action flick that's like \"‘Die Hard' for hopeless romantics.\" The Oscar-winning actor shares why his character represents a different type of action star, whether co-star Marshawn Lynch went full \"Beast Mode\" on him, and his tearful onscreen reunion with \"Goonies\" co-star Sean Astin. Plus, Quan auditions for his dream role as a supervillain with some incredibly evil line readings."
2025-02-10
"Jon Stewart tackles Trump's attempt to be the Super Bowl MVP and examines the president's rejection of federal agencies, birthright citizenship, and basic constitutional checks and balances. Plus, John Oliver welcomes America to its monarchy era. The New Yorker editor David Remnick sits down with Jon Stewart to discuss the magazine's 100th Anniversary Issue and journey since its inception in 1925. They also talk about the importance of long-form journalism, especially under the overwhelming second Trump administration, as well as how the president is overstepping executive power, the danger of the tech oligarchy, and the need for Democratic politicians and citizens alike to finish licking their wounds and take action."
2025-02-11
"Jordan Klepper on Trump's boredom over his own tariffs, Pete Hegseth's half-woke Fort Bragg rebrand, and Eric Adams's \"get out of jail\" card. Plus, Grace Kuhlenschmidt, Michael Kosta, and Troy Iwata take a lesson from Mayor Adams on how to multi-task at the salon. Jordan Klepper and Ronny Chieng face off in Sports War over the Eagles' blowout Super Bowl win, Shohei Ohtani's interpreter's sentencing, and Kendrick Lamar's brutal takedown of Drake during his halftime performance. Academy Award-nominated actor Jesse Eisenberg sits down with Jordan Klepper to discuss writing, directing, and starring in his Oscar-nominated film, \"A Real Pain.\" They talk about carrying generational grief and grappling with his own life's meaning as a descendant of Holocaust survivors, how he got unprecedented access to film at a concentration camp in Poland, how his relationship with Kieran Culkin mirrors their characters, and how that influenced his role as director."
2025-02-12
"Jordan Klepper covers Trump pushing his Gaza takeover plan even further and the hypocrisy, conflicts of interest, and terrible \"jokes\" behind the most powerful unelected bureaucrat in D.C., Elon Musk. Marco Rubio was not always the it-girl of D.C. With his humble Florida beginnings and perfect lack of moral integrity, he was able to sneak his way in with Trump's in-crowd. This is the Daily Showography of Marco Rubio narrated by Molly Ringwald. \"The only agenda is looking into a person's humanity and filling it with art and hope. That's the agenda of the film.\" Emmy-winning actor Colman Domingo talks to Jordan Klepper about his Oscar-nominated performance in the film \"Sing Sing,\" which is based on a real rehabilitation through the arts program at Sing Sing prison, including the meta experience of making the film with a cast of formerly incarcerated actors playing versions of themselves and the transformative power of art and theater."
2025-02-13
"Jordan Klepper tackles Trump getting \"hot\" and heavy with the Kennedy Center, the government confirming RFK Jr. as health secretary, and the president fumbling peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine before they even start. Josh Johnson asks New Yorkers how they're dealing with eggflation and tries to get in on the egg grift. \"Audiences do want daring, original, provocative films.\" Brady Corbet, writer and director of \"The Brutalist,\" joins Jordan Klepper to discuss his ten-time Oscar-nominated film. He explains how Trump's first-term push to \"Make Federal Buildings Beautiful Again\" inspired the story, why the architect at the film's center, László Tóth, feels so realistic, the connection between Brutalist architecture and the immigrant experience, and how he pulled it all off using VistaVision and a meager $10 million budget."
2025-02-24
"Jon Stewart dives into Trump's new Department of Government Efficiency, a.k.a. DOGE, and how the Elon Musk-led project masks its allegiance to corporate overlords and negligence to the American people under the guise of slashing the government's budget. \"We shouldn't live in a world where the only programs that get saved are the ones Republicans are willing to put their stamp of approval on.\" Jon Stewart joins Georgetown Law's Rupa Bhattacharyya, former Special Master of the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund, to discuss how Elon Musk and the DOGE project's reckless budget cuts are affecting valuable programs like the one she used to oversee. Bhattacharyya explains how federal agencies and programs were typically non-politicized until Trump's second administration, how similar uncertainty is affecting the World Trade Center Health Program, and why these roles are what the government exists to provide."
2025-02-25
"Desi Lydic tackles Trump's continued defense of Russia to Fox News's dismay and his captivation with Emmanuel Macron's accent, despite the French president's attempts to sway him. Desi Lydic dives into the recent failures of Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency, including the \"DOGE ultimatum\" issued to federal workers via email. Plus, as government workers protest, Michael Kosta unpacks the symbolism in an AI-generated video circulating of Trump and, uh, Musk's toes. Actor Wendi McLendon-Covey joins Desi Lydic to discuss how her improv background prepared her for a career in comedy and the improvised sitcom pilot they worked on together years ago that led to a misguided boat purchase. McLendon-Covey also talks about the increased appreciation for healthcare workers she's gained from playing a hospital administrator on the new NBC show \"St. Denis Medical,\" and the next fake profession she'd like to play."
2025-02-26
"Desi Lydic tackles Trump's first cabinet meeting, which included Elon Musk accidentally canceling Ebola prevention and RFK Jr. downplaying the measles outbreak. Meanwhile, Trump announces $5M \"gold card\" for wealthy immigrants. Meet Elon Musk's Body Movement Choreographer, Jean Lemón, the mastermind behind Elon's X jump and heart-to-the-crowd salute. Comedian, actor & writer Rosebud Baker sits down with Desi Lydic to discuss her Netflix stand-up special \"The Mother Lode.\" They talk about filming the special before and after giving birth, portraying an honest journey to motherhood, why Baker's daughter is at high risk for becoming a comedian, and how kicking pigeons helps her cope while writing SNL's Weekend Update."
2025-02-27
"Desi Lydic rates the Democratic Party's methods of opposing Trump on the cringe-o-meter: from off-key protest chants to interpretive dance to podcasts. Plus, with so many Dems saying \"Fuck Trump,\" Grace Kuhlenschmidt thinks that might just be a great idea. As Black History Month comes to an end, Josh Johnson asks New Yorkers if they can censor Black history just as well as the White House has. \"You have to be willing to do the right thing even if it makes you uncomfortable or even if it doesn't actively benefit you, because real equality and real liberation is what benefits all of us.\" Actor, producer, and entrepreneur Gabrielle Union sits down with Desi Lydic for a conversation about making the new film she stars in, \"Riff Raff,\" and how she uses her power as a producer to enact positive change in the industry and uplift people who are typically overlooked. They also discuss Union's pride in her daughter Zaya's activism work for the queer community and trans rights."
2025-03-03
"Jon Stewart dives into the Oval Office meeting between Trump, Vance, and Zelenskyy, which shocked viewers more than John Cena's heel-turn. Plus, Jon calls bullshit on Elon Musk's challenge to an interview. \"Investing in American people and stabilizing communities that need it the most is the best way for all of us.\" Sociologist at Princeton University and Pulitzer Prize-winning author of \"Evicted,\" Matthew Desmond sits down with Jon Stewart to discuss his latest book, \"Poverty, by America.\" They talk about America's welfare state, how society benefits from poverty, the opportunity to close the poverty gap if the top one percent paid their taxes, and empowering the poor with better choices like building worker power, and expanding housing choice. They also highlight how Democrats need to get more serious about economic justice to fully commit to poverty abolitionism."
2025-03-04
"Michael Kosta tackles Trump launching a trade war with Canada, Trudeau responding to Trump with a \"disappointed dad\" message, and the GOP blaming Biden for stock market issues. Plus, Grace Kuhlenschmidt unlocks American pride as things with Canada get ugly. Trump voters, Tesla owners, and Yeezy wearers are all suffering from buyer's remorse right now. Ricky Velez offers some advice for dealing with the disappointment and getting rid of your now Nazi-affiliated purchases. Mae Martin, an award-winning comedian, actor, and writer, sits down with Michael Kosta to discuss \"I'm a TV,\" their debut album as a singer-songwriter. They talk about the differences between performing as a stand-up and as a musician, finding new vulnerability as a songwriter after their top surgery, the solemn inspiration behind the song \"Big Bear,\" and that one time they got a tattoo using a stick and poke kit."
2025-03-05
"Michael Kosta explains why Trump's joint session speech felt like a theatrical production with appearances by co-star Elon Musk, over-the-top trolling, and blatant lies as the Democrats helplessly wielded their props. Critically acclaimed musicians, Julien Baker and Mackenzie Scott aka \"Torres\" sit down with Michael Kosta to discuss their forthcoming album, \"Send A Prayer My Way.\" They talk about banding together during lockdown to create a country album, navigating a spiritual relationship with the divine, and writing a song about the unconditional love of a dog. Julien Baker and Mackenzie Scott perform \"Bottom of a Bottle\" from their forthcoming album, \"Send A Prayer My Way.\""
2025-03-06
"Michael Kosta on Trump doubling down then ditching Canada and Mexico tariffs, the GOP pretending the plunging stock market is normal, and the president pissing off China. Plus, Josh Johnson takes inspiration from Trump flip-flopping on tariffs. These days in America it's easier to get a gun than get rid of one. Desi Lydic headed to Michigan to get to the bottom of the state's \"buy back\" initiative that turned out to be refurbishing guns instead of destroying them. Bestselling author and culinary expert Antoni Porowski talks to Michael Kosta about hosting his new National Geographic show, \"No Taste Like Home,\" which uses a dish significant to each guest as an entry point to a journey through their family and ancestral history. They discuss the extensive research process that goes into the show, some of the most emotional moments of the season, and why food is so important to Porowski and how he connects with his own family."
2025-03-17
"Jon Stewart highlights how the Democrats' divisiveness over Trump's budget bill is emblematic of their lack of vision, plummeting approval ratings, and continued losses against the MAGA cult. Third-term Senator Chris Murphy of Connecticut sits down with Jon Stewart to talk about the Democratic party's path moving forward. He explains why he disagreed over the Dems' decision not to filibuster the GOP budget, why his colleagues should be willing to take more risks, how misaligned priorities cost them voters to Trump, and the need to rally behind long-lasting ideas."
2025-03-18
"Jordan Klepper breaks down how Trump's attempt to mass-deport Venezuelans by invoking a racist wartime law has led to a feud with the federal judge and an all-out constitutional crisis. Plus, Troy Iwata checks in on sick MAGA children who have just learned that their letters from the president were signed by... an autopen. The recent string of plane crash catastrophes has air traffic controllers overworked and travelers worried. In an all-new \"Back In Black,\" Lewis Black breaks down America's airline problem, the insufferable ways fliers ease their anxiety, and how Elon Musk is making it all worse. New York Times Opinion columnist Ezra Klein and staff writer for The Atlantic, Derek Thompson, talk to Jordan Klepper about their new book, \"Abundance,\" which details how lawmakers can solve the affordability crisis by \"building and inventing more of what we need.\""
2025-03-19
"Jordan Klepper covers the backlash against Elon Musk, including town hall rage against his unconfirmed DOGE position and sweeping Tesla vandalization. Plus, some advice for the returning NASA astronauts on how to acclimate to Trump and Elon's new world. Trump is getting rid of all DEI celebrations... except for St. Patrick's Day! Michael Kosta takes to the streets of NYC on St. Paddy's Day to ask Irish Trump supporters what makes them so lucky. Emmy-nominated actor Anthony Carrigan sits down with Jordan Klepper to discuss his new film \"Death of a Unicorn.\" They talk about working with unicorns through practical effects, experimenting with a Scottish accent, how Bill Hader opened the door for his character's continuation in \"Barry,\" and his upcoming role as Metamorpho in James Gunn's \"Superman.\""
2025-03-20
"Jordan Klepper covers Trump's anti-DEI fallout, including the Pentagon's erasure of Jackie Robinson and The Enola Gay. Plus, Troy Iwata joins the Republicans' campaign to revive Tesla stock and keep Elon Musk rich. With many Americans preparing for doomsday, the apocalypse has become good business. Michael Kosta visits Fortitude Ranch, a post-apocalyptic survival community where preppers can wait out the end times in country-club glamour with their own rooms, artillery, and food supplies…for a hefty amount of cash. Legendary musician, artist, and New York Times best-selling author Peter Wolf joins Jordan Klepper to talk about his new memoir, \"Waiting on the Moon.\" The former J. Geils Band frontman recounts the era in which he wrote their album \"Full House,\" and how he strived to write a \"not-boring\" memoir by sharing vignettes about the people he idolized."
2025-03-24
"Jon Stewart goes old-school Daily Show on Trump and Republicans who pride themselves on \"saving\" free speech, all while censoring anybody who doesn't agree with them. Paul Rudd sits down with Jon Stewart to chat about his latest starring roles in the films \"Death of a Unicorn\" and \"Friendship,\" watching their kids grow up, and, of course, pharmaceutical side effects to the perineum."
2025-03-25
"Ronny Chieng tackles Republicans' desperate attempts to defend Trump administration officials accidentally adding a journalist to their Signal group chat for planning missile strikes on Yemen. Ronny Chieng and Jordan Klepper face off in a March Madness edition of Sports War, where the two debate the McNeese student manager's rise to fame, fans' upset over a lack of upsets, and the NCAA tournament's link to vasectomy season. Plus, a special Sports War halftime report from Grace Kuhlenschmidt. \"We're the safest city because we are safe for everyone.\" Boston Mayor Michelle Wu sits down with Ronny Chieng to discuss blazing a trail as Boston's first female and first Asian-American elected mayor. They talk about winning over Boston's passionate and diverse constituency by focusing on solving their everyday challenges, valuing immigrants for a safer environment, investing in affordable housing, and why Boston remains the safest big city in America."
2025-03-26
"Ronny Chieng dives into the churn of Signal-gate as Pete Hegseth downplays the war chat, Michael Waltz makes excuses, and journalist Jeffrey Goldberg brings receipts. Chris Distefano jumps in to solve America's issues, from export tariffs to immigration to DOGE cuts to Canada and Greenland sovereignty. Comedian and actor Steve Coogan joins Ronny Chieng to discuss his expansive career and new film, \"The Penguin Lessons.\" They talk about their experiences at Edinburgh Fringe, his West End run portraying four roles in a \"Dr. Strangelove\" adaptation, why comic characters like his infamous Alan Partridge speak to both political parties, and his experience on-set with real and robotic penguins."
2025-03-27
"Ronny Chieng covers the upcoming Wisconsin Supreme Court election, including Elon Musk's $20 million intervention in Republican Brad Schimel's campaign, attack ads against the wrong Susan Crawford, and alternating pro-paedophilia smear campaigns. Also, Grace Kuhlenschmidt sees how billionaires are turning elections into games. Ronny Chieng on JD and Usha Vance's big trip to Greenland, where native protesters are chanting \"MAGA: Make America Go Away\". Bill Murray sits down with Ronny Chieng to discuss his latest film, \"The Friend\", as well as his legendary career in TV and film. Murray talks about his philosophy of trying to stay in the moment, why he moved to France with his family after starring in a string of comedy blockbusters like \"Ghostbusters\", his pivot to working with independent filmmakers like Wes Anderson, Jim Jarmusch, and Sofia Coppola, and what he gained from being a part of comedy institutions at The Second City and \"Saturday Night Live\"."
2025-03-31
"Jon Stewart checks in on the state of democracy after Trump considers an unconstitutional third term in office, then takes a look at how all the national security officials involved in Signalgate have managed to skirt any accountability and keep their jobs, all while thousands of hard-working government employees lose theirs in DOGE layoffs. Oren Cass, chief economist at American Compass, who writes the \"Understanding America\" newsletter, sits down with Jon Stewart to discuss conservative economic policies of the New Right, which will be outlined in his forthcoming book, \"The New Conservatives.\" Cass describes a conservative shift from faith in markets, using tariffs as incentives to pursue profit that supports society, how livable wages are the key to a strong economy, and the U.S.'s ideal economic and security alliance that includes balanced trade, owning defense burdens, and keeping China out."
2025-04-01
"Michael Kosta breaks down the Trump administration's disregard for the Constitution: Trump's plan for a third term that even Republicans think is an April Fool's joke, omitting due process on ICE deportations, and a mistaken deportation to El Salvador that can't be undone. Also, Josh Johnson lays out the difference between Kid Rock's tattoos and deportation tattoos. Lenard McKelvey (aka \"Charlamagne Tha God\") has had enough of Chuck Schumer and Gavin Newsom's stale brands of politics and calls on the struggling Democratic Party to rebrand and match the energy of people like Cory Booker and Jasmine Crockett. \"If we are going to have this practice carried out in our name and on our dime… then I think we need to face what we are actually doing\". Gianna Toboni, an Emmy-winning journalist, joins Michael Kosta to share findings from her new book, \"The Volunteer: The Failure of the Death Penalty in America and One Inmate's Quest to Die With Dignity\"."
2025-04-02
"Michael Kosta recaps surprising wins for the Democrats, including a victory in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race despite Elon Musk's financial interference, and a record-breaking 25-hour speech by Cory Booker. Plus, Trump launches his \"Liberation Day\" tariffs, and Republicans scramble to supply cover. In the first installment of \"Mysteries of Donald Trump's Very Very Large A-Brain\" Trump explores the word \"groceries,\" a concept he calls \"old-fashioned.\" Then, Grace Kuhlenschmidt educates New York shoppers on the new Trump-era food store lingo. \"We can be flawed and still be deserving of achieving great things.\" Melissa Arnot Reid, the first American woman to summit and descend Mount Everest without supplemental oxygen, talks to Michael Kosta about her new memoir, \"Enough: Climbing Toward a True Self on Mount Everest.\" She opens up about using high-level climbing as a sometimes unhealthy coping mechanism and why her journey to inner peace is a \"forever climb.\""
2025-04-03
"Michael Kosta recaps Trump's tariffs fallout, from a stock market crash to cabinet officials taking to the airwaves to cheerlead the move. Also, Grace Kuhlenschmidt checks in on the penguins who now find themselves in a trade war. Jordan Klepper profiles Brian Glenn: Chief White House Correspondent of Real America's Voice, boyfriend of Marjorie Taylor Greene, and the man famous for exposing his shocking and crass lack of awareness by asking Zelenskyy, \"Why don't you wear a suit?\" in the latest \"News To Meet Ya!\". Legendary actor Scott Glenn sits down with Michael Kosta to discuss playing the mysterious Jim Hollinger on HBO's \"The White Lotus.\" Glenn talks about turning down the role before falling in love with the hit show, preparing for the rhythm of Thailand by learning Thai martial arts, how Off-Broadway opening night is scarier than skydiving, and why he's uninspired by the \"slash\" career mentality in Hollywood. Glenn also advises Kosta on motorcycle safety."
2025-04-07
"Jon Stewart on the fallout from Trump's tariffs, a stock market in a near-recession free fall, and the GOP's spin of the economic turmoil as \"no biggie\". \"Nobody will ever trust us. In eight weeks, he's destroyed 80 years of reputation that America built\". Rahm Emanuel, former ambassador to Japan under Biden and a current advisor at investment-banking firm Centerview Partners, joins Jon Stewart to talk about the United States' international trade predicament in the wake of Trump's tariffs. They discuss why it's one of the most reckless things done by a president, why he thinks these policies gave China a \"get-out-of-jail-free\" card, his experience under the Obama administration, and why he believes a Democratic governor could be the one to turn the party around."
2025-04-08
"Desi Lydic covers the ongoing economic crisis from Trump's trade war, which has created tension between Trump's two favorite goons, Peter Navarro and Elon Musk. Meanwhile, Fox News's journalistic integrity is front-and-center with their top story: \"Look over there!\" Also, Michael Kosta reports on how the tariff pile-on with China could have American manufacturers like his grandfather screwed. In the latest edition of Everything is Stupid, Ronny Chieng reveals the perverted trend ruining art history across the globe: fondling the breasts of female statues to find love, luck, and second base. \"We can all write our own future together and not have hateful people decide it for us\". Michigan state Sen. Mallory McMorrow talks to Desi Lydic about her book \"Hate Won't Win\", which originated from her viral speech after being slandered by a political rival, and her desire to inspire others to find their own voices."
2025-04-09
"Desi Lydic tracks Trump's \"Tariff Day\" roller coaster ride, from his shock announcement of a 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs, to slapping even more tariffs on China. Plus, Olivia Munn explains how Trump's tariff chaos is all just brushstrokes in the art of his deal. Could resurrecting the woolly mammoth be the fix for modern climate change? Troy Iwata sits down with leading scientists and paleontologists to determine if engineering woolly mammoths could be a problem or a solution. Former Daily Show correspondent and actor Olivia Munn sits down with Desi Lydic to discuss her new Apple TV+ series \"Your Friends & Neighbors.\" They talk about Munn's first day as a correspondent 14 years ago, bending gender stereotypes as the \"fun mom,\" opening up about her struggle with postpartum anxiety, how a health test saved her life from breast cancer, and the role alongside Jon Hamm that brought her back to acting."
2025-04-10
"Desi Lydic tackles Trump's cabinet of ass-kissers, his war on water pressure, and Kristi Noem's viral gun photo-op. Plus, Troy Iwata breaks down the White House's top issue: temperamental showers. Michael Kosta dives into America's mad money problems in the face of Trump's tariffs: panicked shopping on the rise, price hikes on everyday toys and goods, and the uncertainty around those precious iPhones. \"Saturday Night Live\" star and \"Las Culturistas\" co-host Bowen Yang sits down with Desi Lydic to discuss his new rom-com, \"The Wedding Banquet.\" He shares the process behind his portrayals of hilarious \"SNL\" villains like JD Vance and George Santos, whether his pop-culture podcast has changed over the years, and why his new film feels like a \"warm hug of a movie.\""
2025-04-14
"Jon Stewart measures Trump's weight on the authoritarian scale. Between the president's refusal to correct the wrongful deportation of Kilmar Abrego Garcia to his incompetence on a variety of issues, Donald's dictatorship isn't looking very healthy. Award-winning actor and comedian, Ramy Youssef joins Jon Stewart to talk about the new animated series he co-created called \"#1 Happy Family USA\" and how the series, which follows a Muslim family trying to navigate post-9/11 America, resonates in Trump's second term. They also discuss his favorite parts about making an animated show, the family members who inspire some of the characters, and how the word \"Islamaphobia\" kind of lets Islamaphobes off the hook."
2025-04-15
"Ronny Chieng tackles the Trump administration shirking responsibility for a Maryland father's mistaken deportation to El Salvador, their aggressive media tirade invoking Osama Bin Laden, and Harvard's defiance of Donald Trump. Also, Josh Johnson explains how Trump's power changes from Harvard to El Salvador. Trump promised that under his presidency, the rest of the world would fear and respect America \"like never before\". Desi Lydic takes a look at how other countries are responding to his massive trade war with a little less \"R-E-S-P-E-C-T\" and a little more \"F-U\". Emmy-nominated writer and comedian Nimesh Patel sits down with Ronny Chieng to discuss his upcoming stand-up tour. They chat about the first time they met in the New York comedy scene, the importance of crashing out on stage, why his daughter is \"the biggest tariff\" he's encountered thus far, and the well-known Indians of MAGA."
2025-04-16
"Ronny Chieng breaks down how JD Vance's comments calling Chinese people \"peasants\" have escalated both the shade war and the trade war with China, impacting American industries from automakers to Hollywood. Plus, Troy Iwata chimes in on the one thriving business of the trade war: TikTok luxury knockoffs. Michael Kosta checks in with Canadians to see how they feel about Donald Trump's aims to make them America's 51st state, including one ex-pat who immigrated to Canada when Trump first became president and a gun-loving member of Canada's silent MAGA minority. Iraq War veteran and Democratic Senator from Illinois Tammy Duckworth sits down with Ronny Chieng to discuss the work she is doing in Congress to improve care for veterans and how the Trump administration is setting back that progress by taking jobs away from thousands of veterans and making DOGE cuts to life-saving Veterans' Affairs programs."
2025-04-17
"Ronny Chieng covers Elon Musk's mission to have babies over DM, Pete Hegseth's Air Force diversity purge, RFK Jr.'s anti-vaccine coded attack on autism, and proof he has never seen \"Love on the Spectrum.\" Michael Kosta & Ronny Chieng go head to head over Rory McIlroy's Masters Tournament takeover, brand-new Barbie Lebron James, Bryce Harper's on-field gender reveal, and Baltimore's oyster rebrand. \"There will always be political clashes, that's what makes the world interesting.\" Hollywood icon Nancy Kwan sits down with Ronny Chieng to discuss her trailblazing career and new book, \"The World of Nancy Kwan: A Memoir by Hollywood's Asian Superstar.\" They talk about an accidental screen test that brought her to Hollywood, a friendship with Bruce Lee that began in Hong Kong, and Kwan offers her perspective on what the West can learn from the East."
2025-04-28
"Jon Stewart takes a look at Trump's first 100 days: from plummeting approval ratings to unfulfilled promises on immigration, health, and the economy, to destroying his reputation as a shrewd negotiator with China and Ukraine. Chris Hughes, an economist and the author of \"Marketcrafters,\" sits down with Jon Stewart to unpack the economy's fall under Trump and how understanding how politicians have shaped markets to work better could be its solution. They discuss how both parties have used marketcrafting to benefit Americans, whether the current economy requires an intervention, the need for institutions to help marketcrafting directly affect people over corporations, and his belief in a positive agenda for the future. Plus, as a co-founder of Facebook, Hughes weighs in on the company's involvement with the Trump administration."
2025-04-29
"On Trump's official second 100th day in office, Jordan Klepper delves into his lack of follow-through, including the division he's sown, his back-and-forth on tariffs and firings, and taunting Canada until they elected a liberal prime minister. Trump let Elon Musk take a chainsaw to the federal workforce in order to save taxpayers money, but after hearing from some of the government employees who lost their jobs, Desi Lydic is starting to think the real waste, fraud, and abuse was living inside DOGE this whole time. \"We know that the existence of local news, and public radio in particular, contributes to lower rates of polarization, higher rates of civic engagement, and higher rates of civic trust.\" NPR CEO Katherine Maher joins Jordan Klepper to stress the important functions of public media that are under threat from the Trump administration, especially educational children's programming and local reporting in rural areas where public radio is often the only source for local news."
2025-04-30
"Desi Lydic covers Trump's 100th day celebrations: inviting ABC News into the White House to misunderstand the Declaration of Independence, grooving to his famous \"YMCA\" dance, and putting the economy on financial Ozempic. From the dark halls of Santa Monica to the caves of the Trump administration, Stephen Miller has been working in the shadows as the White House Chief of Staff. From influencing election denial to mass deportations, can Stephen Miller's vampiric bite kill American democracy? \"If we get things right just enough of the time… that's what democracy is, because it's the fullest expression of all of us.\" Pulitzer Prize-winning presidential biographer Jon Meacham joins Desi Lydic to discuss the impact of Trump's presidency on democracy."
2025-05-01
"Michael Kosta continues TDS coverage of Trump's 100th day in office with reports from NewsNation's town hall, where the president racially slighted Stephen A. Smith, as well as details on Mike Waltz's exit and subsequent United Nations promotion, and Pam Bondi's ridiculous claims about fentanyl deaths. With anxiety-inducing news cycles and Trump Derangement Syndrome on the rise, it's easy to feel helpless with the current administration. But in these times of despair and uncertainty, the Hang In There poster will take all your Trump-related anxieties away! The perfect comforting distraction in these disturbing political times. \"We don't have the right to tune out when previous generations fought and fought and fought.\" Michigan Sen. Elissa Slotkin, the youngest Democratic female serving in the U.S. Senate, joins Michael Kosta to share her perspective on the current state of national security and the Democratic agenda moving forward."
2025-05-05
"Jon Stewart sorts Trump's latest barrage of bullshit into the \"OK\" and \"NOT OK\" piles, including telling kids to cut down on dolls and pencils, calling for Alcatraz to reopen, posting AI-generated images of himself as the Pope, and shrugging off the Constitution. Historian and best-selling author Rutger Bregman joins Jon Stewart to unpack his latest book, \"Moral Ambition\", which is a call to action for people, especially those with education and privilege, to devote their talent and resources to careers and causes that make the world a better place. He describes how the political left has often made the mistake of placing moral purity above political relevance, and what they can learn from conservatives about building small movements into a larger, results-oriented coalition."
2025-05-06
"Desi Lydic recaps Trump's oblivious reaction to getting friend-zoned by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and prepares for a summer of shitty air travel as the Real ID deadline approaches and Newark Airport spirals into more chaos. Ronny Chieng breaks down how AI chatbot romances aren't as stupid as you might guess; they're stupid in some surprising ways, too. \"This is not a time for self-help but for collective wisdom, where we learn from each other\". \"We Can Do Hard Things\" podcast hosts Glennon Doyle, Abby Wambach, and Amanda Doyle sit down with Desi Lydic to discuss their new guidebook \"We Can Do Hard Things: Answers to Life's 20 Questions\". They share the experience of living life \"off the menu\" by deviating from regulated paths, cultivating an ordinary life at home to make room for extraordinary moments, sharing a breast cancer diagnosis to stop gatekeeping information on women's bodies, and finding a lane of activism to shift our perspective in grim political times."
2025-05-07
"Desi Lydic dives into Trump's ominous \"big announcement,\" the president renames the Persian Gulf, another US fighter jet falls off an aircraft carrier, and kids swap tariff-priced Barbies for the promise of economic freedom. In honor of the conclave, Lewis Black sounds off on the Vatican's mysterious process to select a new pope, including this year's parlay options, the surprising number of cardinals taking lessons from the Oscar-nominated \"Conclave\" film, and the merch being sold to incompetent tourists. \"This is the middle of the story, not the end of the story, and it falls on us to write a better end.\" John Green, an award-winning author and global healthcare reform advocate, sits down with Desi Lydic to discuss his No. 1 New York Times bestseller, \"Everything Is Tuberculosis: The History and Persistence of Our Deadliest Infection.\""
2025-05-08
"Desi Lydic has the latest from the Vatican after the announcement of the first American pope, Leo XIV, including the world's reaction to a Chicago-style pope and Fox News immediately yelling at him to speak English. Plus, Michael Kosta celebrates America's conclave win. Following Trump's ban on transgender people in the military, Jordan Klepper met with a panel of esteemed service members to discuss the president's rejection of their qualifications, which stand in stark contrast to Trump's own bone spur excuses. \"It is not only the New York that I live in, but it's also the America that I want to live in.\" Comedian, writer, and actor Michelle Buteau sits down with Desi Lydic to share how the Netflix series that she created and stars in, \"Survival of the Thickest,\" began as a book of essays written just after her twins were born."
2025-05-12
"After Trump teased an upcoming \"big announcement\" last week, Jon Stewart contemplates what news Americans are supposed to be so psyched for: the possible suspension of due process, Trump's appointment of Fox News host Jeanine Pirro as D.C. district attorney, Qatar's $400 million luxury jet \"gift\" for Trump, or lower prices on the \"fat shot drug\"? \"Our character is the essential identity of us as people and us as a nation, and we've let it erode.\" Retired four-star general who served 34 years in the U.S. Army, General Stanley McChrystal, sits down with Jon Stewart to discuss his book \"On Character: Choices that Define a Life.\" They talk about leading a national conversation on character, employing empathy in war to negotiate with ideological warriors and mercenaries, what upset him most about Defense Sec. Pete Hegseth's Signal chat leak, and how his wife taught him to live \"with no use for the rear view mirror.\""
2025-05-13
"Jordan Klepper breaks down day one of Saudi Arabia's effort to buy Trump's affection: Arabian horses, a McDonald's food truck, some business deals, and a mid-meeting nap. Plus, Michael Kosta is so taken by the Saudis' lavish welcome he almost forgets about their oppression and orchestration of 9/11. Trump's 2024 campaign blitz through right-wing podcasters and influencers bought him a big win among young male voters, so Jordan Klepper sat down with liberal darling and Twitch streamer Hasan Piker to better understand how the Left can find a bridge into bro culture, and how easily men are sucked into the manosphere by social media algorithms. Award-winning filmmaker Matt Wolf sits down with Jordan Klepper to discuss his new two-part HBO documentary, \"Pee-Wee as Himself,\" which tells the story of the late comedian Paul Reubens in his own words."
2025-05-14
"Jordan Klepper covers Trump's lavish welcome in Qatar and lifting of Syrian sanctions, while RFK Jr. lands himself in muddy waters over swimming in a contaminated creek. Plus, Grace Kuhlenschmidt and Troy Iwata fight over investigating Trump's $400 million jet vs. the sewage-tainted Rock Creek. The Trump administration is full of corruption, bigotry, and incompetence, but there's one thing about them that Leslie Jones hates the most: They're fucking GOOFY! She breaks down how Elon's dad jokes, RFK Jr.'s sewage-swimming, and everything about JD Vance are only Making America Goofy Asses. Colum McCann, National Book Award-winning author, sits down with Jordan Klepper to discuss his latest novel, \"Twist\", which follows the people who fix the underwater cables that carry the world's digital information at the extreme depths of the ocean."
2025-05-15
"Jordan Klepper recaps Trump's visit to the United Arab Emirates, where he was greeted by a lackluster hair dance ceremony, serenaded a Qatari military base with Lee Greenwood, and twisted discussions about drones into a ramble about Sean Duffy and Pete Buttigieg's bicycle. Plus, as his Middle Eastern tour comes to an end, Josh Johnson analyzes whether the president accomplished anything. Ronny Chieng tests out effective altruism by joining the Shrimp Welfare Project to ascertain if sparing shrimp from anxiety and painful death is a productive way to be philanthropic. \"If we're going to govern from a place of trust with the American people, we have to show people what we are for, not just what we are against\". Massachusetts Democratic Congressman Jake Auchincloss joins Jordan Klepper to unpack his recent 27-hour markup session of the House Energy and Commerce Committee."
2025-05-19
"Jon Stewart critiques the media spin on Joe Biden's cancer diagnosis, from CNN's shameless promotion of Jake Tapper's book to Fox News's \"but\"-tainted sympathies. ward-winning journalist Patrick McGee joins Jon Stewart to discuss how Apple built China in his new book \"Apple in China: The Capture of the World's Greatest Company\". They talk about Apple \"sleepwalking\" into this crisis, building a competitive market in Xi Jinping's authoritarian state, the vocational training that boosted rivals, how Trump's attempted Apple boycott backfired, and whether investments may be facilitating the annexation of Taiwan."
2025-05-20
"Ronny Chieng covers Trump's cabinet cracking under pressure, from Kristi Noem drawing a blank on habeas corpus, immigration getting the Bravo treatment, Kash Patel and Dan Bongino flip-flopping on Jeffrey Epstein's \"suicide\", and Sean Duffy finding an air travel solution in a Jesus painting. In the latest edition of Sports War, Ronny Chieng and Michael Kosta go head to head over NYC's street-wide Knicks celebration, the Dodgers' new Japanese pitcher's bathroom requests, and Bill Belichick spending the rest of his life with 24-year-old Jordon Hudson. Prabal Gurung, award-winning fashion designer and author of the new memoir \"Walk Like a Girl\", describes to Ronny Chieng how his rise through the fashion world of New York began with the support of his family in Nepal, especially his mother."
2025-05-21
"Ronny Chieng tackles the president of South Africa's uncomfortable White House visit and a MAGA couple shortchanged by a \"RUMP\" watch. Plus, Trump sets his heart on a $542 billion \"golden dome\" to protect America from hypothetical attacks, including those provoked by international roast comic Grace Kuhlenschmidt. Lenard McKelvey (aka \"Charlamagne Tha God\") looks at Republicans' obsession with Trump as a father figure and reminds them that not only is Trump a bad dad to his own kids, he's an abusive dad to Americans. Screenwriter, comedian, and actor Simon Pegg joins Ronny Chieng to promote the final installment of the franchise, \"Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning\". They talk about Pegg's humble beginnings doing standup with his goldfish, how the director Christopher McQuarrie weaved earlier films into the franchise's ending, the power of movie theaters to unite people in experiences, and Tom Cruise's comedic timing while performing epic live-action stunts."
2025-05-22
"Ronny Chieng covers the House passing Trump's \"Big Beautiful Bill\", trading Medicaid, food stamps, and the national debt for a waiver on silencer registration fees. Plus, the Big Beautiful Bill (Troy Iwata) can't handle the Democrats' poetic attack on his looks. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is asking undocumented migrants to self-deport for a $1000 stipend, and Al Madrigal is taking her up on the offer. He tells Ronny Chieng how he's living large in South Sudan, the DHS's new favorite war-torn dumping ground. Dawn Staley, basketball legend and head coach of the University of South Carolina women's basketball team, talks to Ronny Chieng about her new memoir, \"Uncommon Favor\", and how she's built a championship program by valuing individuals over analytics and meeting her players where they are."
2025-06-02
"Jon Stewart tracks Elon Musk's White House crash, from the high of being Trump's \"first buddy\" to the low of his black-eyed DOGE send-off. Now that the 100-day honeymoon is over, Jon also checks in on Trump's other struggling cabinet members, like the FBI's burned-out deputy director, Dan Bongino. \"I think what is happening in America is they are building a techno-authoritarian surveillance state.\" Carole Cadwalladr, the award-winning journalist behind the Substack newsletter \"How to Survive the Broligarchy,\" talks to Jon Stewart about how the U.S. government ignored the huge wake-up call that was the Cambridge Analytica-Facebook data breach scandal – a story Cadwalladr broke and which resulted in no legislative protections for citizens' private data. She warns about the unregulated dangers that data-mining and AI pose to individual privacy and freedom, and what people and institutions can do to push back on big tech's authoritarian agenda."
2025-06-03
"Michael Kosta unpacks Elon Musk calling Trump's Big Beautiful Bill a \"disgusting abomination\"; the head of FEMA learning there's a hurricane season; Social Security chief Frank Bisignano googling \"social security\"; and Tulsi Gabbard's Fox News-style intelligence briefing makeover. For those airline customers nervous that diverse pilots aren't qualified for their jobs, White Flight's racial support pilots can put their minds at ease. Let a white male stand-in reassure passengers that their plane won't crash from DEI, while the actual pilots do all the work behind the scenes. \"I would challenge anyone to love the game of basketball more than me\". Candace Parker, three-time WNBA champion and two-time Olympic gold medalist, joins Michael Kosta to discuss her new book, \"The Can-Do Mindset\"."
2025-06-04
"Michael Kosta dives into the fallout of Trump's Big Beautiful Bill: Elon slamming the \"sprawling spending bill\" and turning on Trump, Democrats backing Elon's criticisms, and Marjorie Taylor Greene revealing she never read it in the first place. Plus, the Big Beautiful Bill (Troy Iwata) claps back at all the new haters. The Trump administration has pushed out legacy media outlets from the White House press room in favor of more conspiratorial right-wing \"new media\" figures like Tim Pool: a conservative YouTuber and podcaster passionate about stroking Trump's ego and delivering truthful reporting sponsored by Russian interests. \"The next several decades might look like a ‘Hunger Games' for liberal constitutional democracy.\" University of Michigan Law professor and \"Strict Scrutiny\" co-host Leah Litman joins Michael Kosta to discuss her New York Times bestseller, \"Lawless: How the Supreme Court Runs on Conservative Grievance, Fringe Theories, and Bad Vibes.\""
2025-06-05
"Michael Kosta unpacks the latest in Musk and Trump's messy bromance breakup: Elon doubling down on critiques against the Big Beautiful Bill, Trump's parent-level guilt, Kanye West calling for a ceasefire, and threats of an Epstein files leak. Plus, Grace Kuhlenschmidt explains that the president is merely playing a game of 7D chess. Students and teachers alike are outsourcing all their work to AI, but Lewis Black thinks kids should stop experimenting with AI in college and go back to experimenting with fun things, like LSD. Jonathan D. Cohen, historian and author of the new book, \"Losing Big: America's Bet on Sports Gambling,\" joins Michael Kosta to break down how legalized sports betting has become such a huge part of American sports culture, industry, and has created a public health gambling addiction crisis, especially among young men."
2025-06-09
"Jon Stewart examines chaos in the MAGA-verse, as escalating ICE raids in Los Angeles erupt in protests, Stephen Miller hunts for nonviolent immigrants, Elon plays the Epstein card on Trump, and the Trump-Elon alpha male war reveals itself as a sensitive baby feud. \"I want to be a major player in terms of a voice and a conduit for change. I want to make sure that people know that the BS has got to stop\". Stephen A. Smith, bestselling author & presenter of \"The Stephen A. Smith Show\", sits down with Jon Stewart to discuss why he would rather be a hellraiser than an elected official, how politicians have divided and contributed to the demise of America, and why the messenger matters in politics."
2025-06-10
"Desi Lydic has the latest updates from the L.A. ICE protests, including Trump's outsized military deployment to the city, which defies both California Governor Gavin Newsom and the... \"Pussy Comitatus Act\"? Plus, one soldier sends a letter home from the frontlines of the L.A. war. Where does the public stand on Trump vs. Elon? Grace Kuhlenschmidt and Josh Johnson head out to ask New Yorkers to pick: Team Douche or Team Pedophile? Bryan Cranston joins Desi Lydic to discuss his new movie, \"Everything's Going To Be Great,\" and a busy year of work, including his third film with Wes Anderson and playing a hilarious exec on \"The Studio.\" He shares how he navigates portraying vastly different characters, why he had to really sell himself to get the role of Walter White, and his passion for live theater."
2025-06-11
"Desi Lydic tackles Trump's politicized Fort Bragg rally, which screened soldiers for loyalty and waist size. Also, Trump plans a $45 million military parade for his birthday, and Ronny Chieng is pumped to sit courtside at a display of America's military might. Corporate America has been suspiciously quiet this Pride Month due to fear of backlash from the Trump administration. Desi Lydic and Troy Iwata discuss the current muted tones of Pride Month, and how the corporations will have to prove themselves when the pendulum swings back to the gays. Comedian Atsuko Okatsuka talks to Desi Lydic about her new Hulu stand-up special, \"Father\", including how her lack of housework partly inspired the title, as well as the intentional juxtaposition of her colorful clothes and set with the deeply personal stories she mines for levity."
2025-06-12
"Desi Lydic tackles Elon Musk's vague apology to Trump; RFK Jr. putting his conspiracy buddies in charge at the CDC; and Tulsi Gabbard getting AI to do the FBI's homework. Also, Trump celebrated deploying the military on Angelenos with tickets to \"Les Misérables\", so Jordan Klepper, Michael Kosta, and Josh Johnson debate whether the president is a Jean Valjean or a Javert. Stephen A. Smith is the King of Takes, but how did he begin his reign? From the Fashion Institute of Technology to Winston-Salem State University, Smith went from the basketball court to print media, ensuring that everyone knew he had all the best takes. After getting a job at ESPN, Smith taught everyone the difference between talking shit and taking shit. Actor, writer, and comedian Jeff Hiller sits down with Desi Lydic to discuss his new memoir, \"Actress of a Certain Age\"."
2025-06-16
"Jon Stewart breaks down Netanyahu's \"urgent\" strike on Iran's nuclear program, MAGA's sustained focus on battling protesters and immigrants in Democratic cities, and how Trump's unattended parade of weaponry explains America's muted response to the Minnesota assassination. \"This isn't the most important message you'll hear tonight, but everyone should fight three teenagers once a year.\" John Mulaney, actor, writer, comedian, and host of the Netflix show \"Everybody's Live,\" fought three 14-year-old boys on the finale of his talk show and lived to tell Jon Stewart the tale. They get deep into fighting strategies, masculinity, father-son competition, the guy who threw his shoes at George W. Bush, and more. Plus, a game of Daily Show Interview Guest Jeopardy."
2025-06-17
"Jordan Klepper dives into Trump's Irish exit from Canada's G7 Summit to explore a \"better than a ceasefire\" between Israel and Iran, and how Trump's threats against Iran's ayatollah started an intra-MAGA beef with Tucker Carlson. Plus, Michael Kosta finds a delicious way to capitalize on the situation in Iran. Was Trump's parade a military celebration or a show of authoritarian power? Jordan Klepper hit the streets of Washington, D.C., to talk to MAGA during Trump's $45 million military parade. Klepper asks folks how they feel about DOGE cuts, the L.A. protests, and whether they showed up to celebrate the military or the president's birthday. \"If you don't like who's being elected, and you don't like what they're doing, you got to get out there and fight for it. And one of the things that we try to do in this book is to make people see that.\""
2025-06-18
"Jordan Klepper covers the latest on a potential war with Iran, including the fight between Tucker Carlson and Sen. Ted Cruz that was heard across the MAGA-verse and Trump's big decision to ignore the problem and focus on erecting flagpoles. Jordan Klepper and Desi Lydic go head-to-head over the latest sports news: DeMarcus Cousins's outburst in Puerto Rico, Aaron Rodgers's surprise wedding, and Caitlin Clark's return to the WNBA. Grammy award-winning singer-songwriter and frontman of the band The National, Matt Berninger, sits down with Jordan Klepper to discuss traveling back to his Midwest roots in his new solo album \"Get Sunk.\" They talk about burning down the idea of who you are to find your authentic self, how he started writing songs on baseballs, connecting to Taylor Swift's honest songwriting, and how the song \"Inland Ocean\" is a prologue for the album."
2025-07-07
"Jon Stewart covers the passage of Trump's Big Beautiful Bill: Republicans bashing then endorsing the megabill, trading tax cuts to sway senators, giving a $40 billion infusion to ICE, boosting billionaires at the expense of Medicaid and SNAP, and more. Former CBS \"60 Minutes\" correspondent and Emmy and Peabody Award-winning journalist Steve Kroft joins Jon Stewart to discuss a $16 million settlement in President Trump's lawsuit against Paramount Global, CBS and Comedy Central's parent company. They discuss how an incoming corporate merger and pressure from Trump's FCC may have influenced the settlement, why journalists and legal experts consider it a \"shakedown,\" its impact on freedom of the press, and the one thing Trump didn't get: an apology."
2025-07-08
"The Department of Justice (and Michael Kosta) try to gaslight Ronny Chieng about a suddenly \"nonexistent\" Jeffrey Epstein client list, Trump lists Benjamin Netanyahu as a reference on his Nobel Peace Prize application, and the TSA ends their foot fetish. Ronny Chieng checks in on the status of Trump's trade war, including the president's half-firm decision on another tariff delay and his new international trade pen pal, \"Mr. Japan.\" \"History is written by the powerful, and the powerless are often left out of history.\" Michael Luo, author of \"Strangers in the Land: Exclusion, Belonging, and the Epic Story of the Chinese in America\" and executive editor at The New Yorker, joins Ronny Chieng to discuss the untold stories of Asian American persistence and resilience in the face of bigotry."
2025-07-09
"Ronny Chieng dives into the expanding world of AI: Elon Musk's de-wokified Grok goes Nazi, a Marco Rubio imposter fools government officials, and Grace Kuhlenschmidt appreciates the mediocre world of AI-generated music. Don't worry about Trump's Big Beautiful Bill passing, because Michael Kosta is cracking the code on how you can exploit Medicaid cuts, gambling taxes, and even Alaskan tax breaks to make some sweet dough. Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Lauren Greenfield and Ronny Chieng dive into the effects of social media on teens, which she explores firsthand in her latest docu-series, \"Social Studies\". She shares how she built up enough trust with the teenage documentary subjects to record their phone activities and how their discussion group highlighted children's hunger for in-person conversation and connection with their peers."
2025-07-10
"Ronny Chieng weighs in on Trump's international affairs: a hike in tariffs to help his Brazilian doppelgänger stay out of prison, an Iranian threat to his sunbathed bellybutton, and a light refresher on the pause in aid to Ukraine. Plus, Josh Johnson reflects on Trump's understanding of African culture, from their languages to their love languages. Troy Iwata finds one job that AI can't do: human carpet. Performance artist and professional human carpet Georgio shares examples of his work and gives Troy a crash course in letting people walk all over you. Writer and comedienne Youngmi Mayer sits down with Ronny Chieng to discuss her memoir \"I'm Laughing Because I'm Crying\". They talk about growing up in Korea under the influence of pro-American propaganda, learning her Korean family history from her \"certified yapper\" mother, getting bullied for being biracial in Korea, and how she embodied the Korean practice of laughing through trauma in the book."
2025-07-14
"Jon Stewart delves into the MAGA furor over Trump's handling of the Epstein case, Trump's cheap distractions-turned-threats against Rosie O'Donnell, and the president's double standard on red state vs. blue state relief. Plus, Jon demands accountability from Elmo for his antisemitic rant on X. \"Most economic problems are political problems at the end of the day.\" Economic commentator Kyla Scanlon sits down with Jon Stewart to discuss her book, \"In This Economy? How Money and Markets Really Work.\" They talk about the importance of teaching Americans about the economy in accessible ways, how the government has weaponized people to justify Medicaid cuts under Trump's Big Beautiful Bill, why labor and capital don't have to be mutually exclusive, and why she's optimistic about the future."
2025-07-15
"With MAGA and Democrats demanding answers about the Epstein files and Trump denying their existence, Jordan Klepper charts the president's well-documented history with Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, which might be why the president wants the entire thing to blow over. Also, Michael Kosta offers up a defense from Mar-a-Lago. Do you have a moment to talk about the environment with Nick Offerman? \"To talk about it only as a matter of identity actually limits our ability to engage non-Black people in the struggle, which is that no American should be OK with law enforcement being able to break somebody, especially a poor person without any resources, the way that they broke George Floyd, whatever color you are\". Thomas Chatterton Williams, staff writer at The Atlantic and author of the forthcoming book, \"Summer of Our Discontent: The Age of Certainty and the Demise of Discourse\", joins Jordan Klepper to discuss his analysis of America's fall from Obama-era optimism."
2025-07-16
"Jordan Klepper follows MAGA's continued frustration with Trump for not releasing the Epstein files, and Trump's continued frustration with MAGA for not shutting up about it. Also, Lauren Boebert suggests the GOP's own underage-sex-trafficking expert, Matt Gaetz, should lead a special counsel investigation into the hidden files, but The Daily Show's Grace Kuhlenschmidt already has all the evidence Trump's supporters could ever need. There are currently over 400 political third parties in the U.S., and Elon Musk is adding a new one to the list: the \"America Party\". Michael Kosta talks to New Yorkers to see which of Elon's party platforms speak to voters: antisemitism, white supremacy, or ketamine. \"My love of film was forged in the blanket forts of middle school sleepovers\". Writer and director Jennifer Kaytin Robinson sits down with Jordan Klepper to discuss her theatrical feature debut, \"I Know What You Did Last Summer\"."
2025-07-17
"Jordan Klepper covers Trump's ugly battle with Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, which is fueled by Powell's refusal to lower interest rates despite Trump's toothless threats to fire him. Plus, Desi Lydic breaks down the president's attempt to use the Fed's building renovations as an excuse to send Powell packing. Everybody poops, even New York City cab drivers. But without access to a bathroom, where are cabbies supposed to go when they gotta go? Josh Johnson hears from a panel of taxi drivers to better understand this problem, and helps the founder of the New York State Federation of Taxi Drivers workshop some possible solutions. \"Comedy is a form of rapid community.\" Comedian and musician Reggie Watts, who served as band leader for \"The Late Late Show\" for eight years, sits down with Jordan Klepper to discuss his Reggie Watts Live tour and the state of comedy."
2025-07-21
"Jon Stewart dives into Trump's crude birthday card to Epstein and his desperate attempts to distract MAGA with Hillary's emails, the release of the MLK files, and the return of racist football mascots. Plus, Jon reacts to CBS cancelling \"The Late Show with Stephen Colbert\" and calls upon corporations, advertisers, and institutions to \"sack up\" with the help of the \"Go Fuck Yourself\" choir. Chairman of the Los Angeles Times and of ImmunityBio, Dr. Patrick Soon-Shiong sits down with Jon Stewart to share how his groundbreaking work in cancer research and his surprising purchase of the Los Angeles Times in 2018 are both part of his vision to heal the country and give everyone an opportunity at the American dream. He offers a background to his work in finding cancer treatments that harness the body's natural immunity – a departure from decades of the harmful, money-making chemotherapy standard – and shares how growing up in apartheid South Africa gave him a deep appreciation for news media."
2025-07-22
"Josh Johnson kicks off his first day behind the host desk with possible new intel from Ghislaine Maxwell and Trump's latest batch of Epstein distractions: a 2016 Obama conspiracy, releasing the MLK files, and even admitting that he's not a medical marvel. Plus, you won't believe the 100% real Epstein bombshells that Grace Kuhlenschmidt found in the MLK files. Lenard McKelvey aka \"Charlamagne Tha God\" unpacks the 79-year-old Trump's recent memory loss, agitation, inappropriate behavior, confusion, and disorientation, all of which just so happen to be symptoms of dementia. Fiction and poetry writer Rob Franklin sits down with Josh Johnson to discuss his critically acclaimed debut novel, \"Great Black Hope\". They talk about exploring respectability politics through the main character, Smith, the tension between race and class in the justice system, and how not knowing your height is true tall privilege."
2025-07-23
"Josh Johnson covers the breaking story that the DOJ informed Trump he was on the Epstein list, newly unearthed photos of Trump's friendship with Epstein, and the president's wild pledge to lower drug prices by 1000%. Plus, Michael Kosta explains why Trump's Epstein drama is all Obama's fault. Samara Cyn, a recording artist making her late-night television debut, joins Josh Johnson to discuss her new EP, \"backroads.\" They talk about her raw and real lyrics, why her new EP is more lighthearted than her last release, how her music touches on the \"really weird\" state of a world going back on immigrant, LGBTQ+, and women's rights, and her song \"hardheaded,\" which tackles privilege head-on. Samara Cyn makes her television debut with a performance of \"hardheaded\" off her EP \"backroads.\""
2025-07-24
"Josh Johnson covers the aftermath of revelations that Trump knew he was on the Epstein list: Pam Bondi bails on her CPAC appearance, videos connecting Epstein to Trump surface, and everyone in the MAGA-verse, from GOP lawmakers to the QAnon Shaman, want answers. Jordan Klepper takes on conservative CNN commentator Scott Jennings, a former White House aide for George W. Bush who quickly ditched his establishment-bucking opinions to spew MAGA talking points for \"the fun party.\" \"I think you must have a bad guy to feed your leading man, especially in ‘Happy Gilmore'.\" Emmy-nominated actor Christopher McDonald sits down with Josh Johnson to discuss revisiting his career-defining role as Shooter McGavin in \"Happy Gilmore 2.\" They talk about how the actor is known as \"Shooter\" among fans, the responsibility of playing a bad guy, and his dream storyline for \"Hacks.\""
2025-07-28
"Jon Stewart dives into Trump's golf shenanigans in Scotland, the Republican \"caddies\" providing him cover on the Epstein scandal back home, and the possibility of a pardon for Ghislaine Maxwell. Plus, Jessica Williams will NOT allow Beyoncé to be roped into Trump's use of exceptional Black people as a distraction. Editor-at-large of \"Jewish Currents,\" who writes \"The Beinart Notebook\" on Substack, Peter Beinart sits down with Jon Stewart to discuss his book, \"Being Jewish After the Destruction of Gaza: A Reckoning,\" and speaking out against Israel. They talk about learning from Jewish history to be the saviors rather than the oppressors, America and the U.N.'s failure to hold Benjamin Netanyahu accountable, the urgency of engaging in critical discourse with other Jews, and how listening to Palestinian stories can illuminate the dehumanizing conditions."
2025-07-29
"Desi Lydic covers Trump opening a new golf course in Scotland before tending to his side hustle of president of the United States to strike a new trade deal with the E.U., which will finally bring product prices to... another all-time high? Plus, Michael Kosta and Grace Kuhlenschmidt take advantage of the government's latest workplace policy: Take Your God to Work Day. Ever wonder what happens when 911 calls YOU? In this edition of \"Everything Is Stupid,\" Ronny Chieng roasts the 911 dispatcher who messed with a real-life Karen by awarding her a Booby Prize for incessant calling, and suffered the consequences. Actor Jenny Slate joins Desi Lydic to discuss her Emmy-nominated role in \"Dying for Sex.\" They talk about the show's powerful story, based on a podcast about a woman going through Stage 4 breast cancer (portrayed by Michelle Williams), and her experiences playing the woman's best friend, Nikki."
2025-07-30
"In another installment of The Worst Wing, Desi Lydic tackles Lee Zeldin telling everyone in the EPA to be more chill about climate change, Marco Rubio lighting a birth control bonfire, and Kristi Noem finding another animal to scare. Plus, Pete Hegseth's got a new addiction: polygraph testing Pentagon insiders to see who's talked shit about him. From his humble beginnings in Newark to his scrappy days in Boston, Joe Rogan has always pushed his brains to the limit. Rogan's stand-up comedy led him to a career in television, eventually inspiring him to start his own podcast where he could ask the really important questions, like, \"Wouldn't it be crazy if a wolf wore a fedora?\". This is The Daily \"Showography\" of Joe Rogan. Actors and producers Alison Brie and Dave Franco sit down with Desi Lydic to discuss starring in the new horror movie \"Together\"."
2025-07-31
"Desi Lydic takes on the only story big enough to eclipse the Epstein files: Sydney Sweeney's controversial denim ad. Public pushback over the ad's supposed white supremacy undertones has the GOP spinning out of control, while Megyn Kelly rebuilds the glass ceiling with accusations that America is jealous of Sweeney's \"hotness.\" Trump's association with Jeffrey Epstein has been all over the news lately, but Jordan Klepper knows from years of talking to MAGA that if Trump does come out in the files, we can expect a very rational response. Emmy Award-winning actor and producer Tony Hale talks to Desi Lydic about his new film, \"Sketch,\" sharing how the film's story about a child's drawings coming to life was inspired by writer-director Seth Worly's sister, and how the movie can open up conversations for adults and kids alike about the importance of expressing emotions."
2025-09-08
"Rumors have been swirling about the American president's potentially failing health, and between his cankles, a tribute video from the White House, and global leaders throwing Nobel Prize nominations at the guy like he's the oldest Make-A-Wish kid in the world, Jon Stewart can't help but wonder: IS Trump dying? Academy Award-winning filmmaker Spike Lee joins Jon Stewart to discuss his new movie, \"Highest 2 Lowest\", in cinemas and now streaming on Apple TV+. They talk about Lee's experiences over the years working with the film's star, Denzel Washington, the high-stakes story, what he learned from his parents growing up in Brooklyn, and if it's the Knicks' year."
2025-09-09
"With Trump's cryptic and sexually suggestive birthday card to Epstein revealed, Michael Kosta dives into a lazy cover-up by the White House, a possible quid pro quo to buy Ghislaine Maxwell's silence, and an excuse to blame it on Biden. Michael Kosta and Ronny Chieng spar over the biggest headlines in sports, including drunk crowds at the U.S. Open, Jalen Carter's spit-tacular start to the NFL season, and AI coming for jobs in minor league baseball. Former professional tennis player and International Tennis Hall of Fame president, Patrick McEnroe, and fellow former pro tennis player, Michael Kosta, dissect last week's U.S. Open, which McEnroe commented on for ESPN. McEnroe discusses the men's final between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner and how the two powerhouses are pushing each other and the sport forward, the importance of players like women's finalist Amanda Anisimova being open about their mental health."
2025-09-10
"Michael Kosta breaks down Trump's Department of War, a.k.a. the new billion-dollar nickname for the Department of Defense, and Josh Johnson is hyped up for the president to go to war with America's biggest enemy: America. Thanks to Trump, Canadian tourism is way down, with many citizens scared to visit the U.S. So Jordan Klepper visits the city of Burlington, VT, to see just how desperate Vermonters are to win back the Canucks and drink some beer. Michael Grunwald, award-winning journalist and bestselling author of \"We Are Eating the Earth: The Race to Fix Our Food System,\" sits down with Michael Kosta to discuss how agriculture is our biggest climate issue. They discuss the deforestation caused by pasture for cattle, how to make more calories on less acreage, the meat and energy alternatives providing hope, and how to maintain appreciation for farmers while searching for a better way."
2025-09-11
"Michael Kosta dives into the aftermath of Charlie Kirk's assassination, including Trump's inflammatory response, bizarre takes in the media, and a predictable partisan blame game, and reflects on what we can learn from violent tragedies on the anniversary of 9/11. Why are governments around the world so concerned with bovine blasts? Grace Kuhlenschmidt dives into the science of livestock emissions by speaking with Washington state Rep. Lisa Parshley, who is hoping to start a tax on cow farts, farmer Jake Yancey, who doesn't give a fart, and the OG experts on burps: children. \"If we simply turn to compassion, and really harness it as an energy, we can affect some transformation.\" Actor Rainn Wilson sits down with Michael Kosta to discuss his new movie, \"Code 3.\""
2025-09-16
"Desi Lydic unpacks the toxic internet landscape in the aftermath of Charlie Kirk's assassination, where members of the Trump administration have called for people to lose their jobs for criticizing Kirk, the attorney general has seemingly forgotten the meaning of free speech, and Trump only wants to discuss White House renovations. Plus, Michael Kosta offers some solid reasoning for going back to the ‘80s. After siccing the National Guard on Washington D.C., Trump is chomping at the bit to militarize other Democrat-run U.S. cities, including New York. Grace Kuhlenschmidt asks New Yorkers if they think the National Guard has what it takes to make it in the Big Apple. \"I'm so happy I'm here, because I almost missed it.\" Michael Strassner and Jay Duplass sit down with Desi Lydic to discuss the critically acclaimed independent film they co-wrote, \"The Baltimorons,\"."
2025-09-17
"Desi Lydic covers Congress grilling Kash Patel over buried details of the Epstein files and Trump's attempt to put an ocean between himself and the Epstein controversy via a castle-filled king cosplay in the U.K. Lewis Black has learned what a Labubu is, and he's pissed. He roasts every aspect of Labubu culture, from Labu-baptisms to toy theft, and offers Americans an equally stupid doll alternative to waste their money on. Actor Cooper Hoffman sits down with Desi Lydic to discuss his role in the new film, \"The Long Walk.\" They talk about how Stephen King's dystopian novel feels relevant today, the physical challenges of walking 15 miles a day while acting, learning to lean into humanity with Hoffman's co-star David Jonsson, and the importance of having people walk beside you through life."
2025-09-18
"A humble, obedient Jon Stewart heaps praise upon America's Glorious Leader, Donald J. Trump, and provides an FCC-approved refresher on the rules of free speech in the wake of Jimmy Kimmel's suspension. Plus, the TDS News Team serenades the world's greatest, large-penised leader. \"It's both deja vu and PTSD.\" Maria Ressa, Nobel Peace Prize-winning journalist and author of the book \"How to Stand Up to a Dictator,\" sits down with Jon Stewart for a conversation about Trump's authoritarian attacks on free speech in the wake of Disney taking Jimmy Kimmel off the air in fealty to the president and his hand-picked FCC Chair. Ressa, who in 2020 was jailed in the Philippines for her journalism criticizing the country's former president Rodrigo Duterte, warns about the similarities between the dictatorship she lived under and the Trump administration."
2025-09-22
"Jon Stewart unpacks Jimmy Kimmel's return to television amid outcry over his suspension, a sign of the times in an era where President Trump isn't even hiding his flagrant attacks on free speech, retaliation against his political enemies, and the brazen corruption in his administration. \"We need more leaders who are willing to be humans while they're in the job.\" Jacinda Ardern, the former Prime Minister of New Zealand, sits down with Jon Stewart to discuss her experiences in office, which she chronicles in her memoir, \"A Different Kind of Power,\" and upcoming HBO documentary, \"Prime Minister.\" They discuss making progress on issues like child poverty and climate change while also managing a domestic terrorist attack and the Covid pandemic. She emphasizes the importance of politicians spending their political capital on \"doing the right thing,\" the globalization of political polarization, and how it's a courageous act to be optimistic in these times."
2025-09-23
"Jordan Klepper recaps Trump and RFK's latest pseudo-scientific bombshells: Tylenol causes autism, vaccines flood baby bodies, and the Amish are leading the world in modern medicine. Also, which Daily Show correspondents made the list for Rapture Tuesday? Jordan Klepper dives into Trump's appearance at the United Nations General Assembly, where global diplomacy and updates on Ukraine played second fiddle to his grudge against an out-of-order escalator. \"Jesus's movement was about humility, it was about service to others, it was about uplifting the marginalized, not about total right-wing domination\". John Fugelsang, presenter of \"Tell Me Everything\" on SiriusXM Progress and author of the New York Times Bestseller \"Separation of Church and Hate\", talks to Jordan Klepper about how MAGA and the far-right have wrongly co-opted Christianity as a cloak for authoritarianism and bigotry."
2025-09-24
"Jordan Klepper covers how Putin's fuckboi antics pushed Trump into Ukraine's arms, while Grace Kuhlenschmidt and the rest of MAGA unravel a sick plot to prank the president in a conspiracy that starts at the bottom of a malfunctioning U.N. escalator and goes all the way to the top. Sebastian Murphy, the frontman of Swedish punk band Viagra Boys, sits down with Jordan Klepper to talk about their latest album, \"viagr aboys.\" They discuss how the band got its name, the Mariah Carey song that brought them together, moving to Sweden after growing up in America, and the band's satirical and often hypermasculine-parodying resistance music that lets audiences know \"freaks are welcome.\" Swedish post-punk band Viagra Boys performs \"Pyramid of Health\" from their latest album, \"viagr aboys.\""
2025-09-25
"Jordan Klepper dives into Trump's latest adventures in pettiness, from framing Biden's autopen signature among portraits in the Presidential Walk of Fame to framing James Comey for crimes despite getting a political assist from the former FBI director in 2016. Also, Troy Iwata explains how Lindsey Halligan's appointment to U.S. Attorney despite her lack of experience is giving major \"Legally Blonde\" vibes. Trump and MAGA want to whitewash the history of slavery in America from Smithsonian museums because they think racism is talked about too much, but Leslie Jones says we're actually not talking about racism enough. She shows how racism persists in the country, seen everywhere from train cars to Congress, and explains how racism won't be solved unless everyone gets a better education about Black people in the classroom and in the media. Actress Regina Hall joins Jordan Klepper to talk about her new movie, \"One Battle After Another\", directed by Paul Thomas Anderson."
2025-09-29
"After a string of mass shootings across the U.S., America swaps out \"thoughts and prayers\" for a left vs. right blame game, Republicans hypocritically criticize the Democrats' \"violent rhetoric,\" and Trump escalates a nonexistent problem by deploying troops to Portland. \"Just because we've written [the laws] down doesn't mean that we can't aspire to make things better.\" Harvard law professor and staff writer at The New Yorker, Jill Lepore, joins Jon Stewart to discuss her new bestselling book, \"We the People: A History of the U.S. Constitution.\" She points to the years-long process of trial and error that went into writing the Constitution as an example of how the document was designed with the intention to be changed and improved upon, and emphasizes the foundational right to amend the document as Americans see fit."
2025-09-30
"Ronny Chieng recaps Pete Hegseth and Donald Trump's sudden gathering of top military leaders, where the president announced his intention to use Democrat-run cities as training grounds for the National Guard, and where Secretary of War Pete Hegseth fat-shamed troops, hawked his book, and made cringey jokes. Ricky Velez unpacks how the ubiquity of online sports betting has become a problem for Las Vegas casinos and an even bigger problem for American men, and how, instead of trying to protect people from these billion-dollar gambling apps, Trump is just taking a cut for himself. Comedian Cristela Alonzo sits down with Ronny Chieng to discuss comedy institutions, the American dream, and her new Netflix special, \"Upper Classy.\" They talk about paying homage to comedy and participating in its evolution, using joy as an act of resistance, how politicians focus on the middle class and forget the lower class, and what she learned growing up in Texas with an undocumented mother."
2025-10-01
"With a government shutdown fully in effect, Ronny Chieng takes a look at Trump's confusingly racist AI videos of Democratic leaders and braces for how the shutdown will impact everything from the TSA to national parks. Plus, Josh Johnson reports live from the Grand Canyon, which is already turning into a literal shithole. Michael Kosta has the hottest moolah-making tips for how to capitalize on recent economic headlines, like adults ordering from the kids' menu, the tooth fairy short-changing kids, and a recall on exploding Prosecco bottles from Costco, in the latest installment of \"Ko$ta Doing Business\". Writer and director Benny Safdie talks to Ronny Chieng about the inspiration and creative process behind his new film, \"The Smashing Machine\", which is based on the life of MMA fighter Mark Kerr."
2025-10-02
"Ronny Chieng covers Day 2 of the government shutdown: Republicans and Democrats are dueling via sombrero and cat memes, Trump is going after blue cities with a vengeance, and his administration is surprisingly joyful. Plus, Michael Kosta joins with expert analysis of MAGA's unconventional shutdown strategy. White House advisor Thaddeus Mandible Crowley excavates America's ancient laws to justify whatever insane idea jumps into Trump's head, be it fornicating for national security or banning uggos. Author and features editor at The Verge, Kevin Nguyen, sits down with Ronny Chieng to talk about his new book, \"Mỹ Documents: A Novel\". They discuss the story's timely premise about \"a far-fetched dystopian future where the government is detaining people for no reason\", the title's nod to the Vietnamese language, the importance of learning your family's history, and how the book tackles nuanced ideas around Asian American identity."
2025-10-06
"Jon Stewart dives into the emerging effects of the government shutdown, the battle over healthcare that has Republicans and Democrats pointing fingers, and Trump's delight in using the shutdown to continue steamrolling Democrats and the Constitution. \"This does not have to be our destiny.\" Co-founder of the Center for Humane Technology Tristan Harris sits down with Jon Stewart to discuss how AI has already disrupted the workforce as current iterations of the technology have dropped entry-level work by 13%, tech companies prioritization of their first-to-market stance over product and human safety, and how reliance on AI is stifling human growth."
2025-10-07
"Josh Johnson dives into AG Pam Bondi's refusal to answer questions about Epstein during a fiery Senate hearing, Trump pretending to forget Ghislaine Maxwell's name while also not ruling out a pardon for her, and the president's recent obsession with whether he'll make it to heaven. Plus, Troy Iwata reveals what it really takes to earn an afterlife. Burmese pythons are decimating the ecosystem of Florida's Everglades, but Amy Siewe, a.k.a. the Python Huntress, is on a mission to take out this slithery problem. Michael Kosta joins her on a python hunt and gives this hero the thankssssss she deserves. Founder and Executive Director of Black Girl Environmentalist, Wawa Gatheru, sits down with Josh Johnson to discuss her organization's mission to build a pipeline in the climate sector for Black women and gender expansive people to create more environmental equity and provide resources for the next generation of green leaders."
2025-10-08
"Josh Johnson shares the latest updates on the government shutdown as the Trump administration searches for files on Amelia Earhart, the FAA faces staff shortages due to unpaid workers, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy lends an unhelpful hand, and the president issues an ominous message to furloughed government workers. Also, Jordan Klepper decodes the president's apparent taunts. Between women getting trapped in game machines, beloved mascots being arrested in front of children, and joyless, boozeless grown-up arcades, Ronny Chieng lays out how Chuck E. Cheese makes adults act stupid. Broadway star, singer, and actor Anthony Ramos joins Josh Johnson to talk about his new movie, \"A House of Dynamite\", directed by Kathryn Bigelow. They discuss the intense thriller in which he portrays Major Daniel Gonzalez, a military officer in charge of the battalion that monitors intercontinental ballistic missiles, how he unwound during filming."
2025-10-09
"Josh Johnson dives into the peace deal Trump brokered between Israel and Hamas, and the president's heightened focus on a supposedly more dangerous and local enemy: Antifa. As troops menace Portland, Trump uses the Antifa bogeyman to justify military invasion, suspension of habeas corpus, and a bunch of other random agendas. On \"Tech Yeah\", our expert Grace Kuhlenschmidt breaks down the biggest news in innovation, including the realer-than-life Sora 2 video generation tool, new big-screen It Girl (and AI actress) Tilly Norwood, and the first-ever robot Olympics, where the athletes come pre-programmed with CTE. \"What connects us as a species is this emotional experience we're all going through\". Content creator, ICU nurse, and \"Stories From a Stranger\" author Hunter Prosper sits down with Josh Johnson to discuss his book, inspired by videos in which he interviews strangers about their lives."
2025-10-20
"Jon Stewart examines the \"No Kings\" protests that failed to meet Fox News's violent expectations, why Trump fits the mold of a gold-smeared monarch, and how even the Declaration of Independence foreshadowed Trump's king-ish antics. \"It's got to be a bottom-on-up revolution, not a top-down.\" Senator Bernie Sanders sits down with Jon Stewart to discuss his latest book, \"Fight Oligarchy.\" They talk about harnessing the energy of the \"No Kings\" rallies to build a clear vision for the Democratic party, prioritizing universal healthcare and affordable housing expansion, how Trump has embraced some socialist policies, the danger of corporations and oligarchs regulating the government, and making AI work for working people."
2025-10-21
"Michael Kosta checks in on Trump's latest White House makeover, which includes demolishing the First Lady's quarters to build a gigantic ballroom in the East Wing. Plus, while a Democrat apologizes for problematic Reddit posts, Trump's nominee for special counsel blames his pro-Nazi text messages on AI, and Ronny Chieng teaches politicians how to get away with racism. From Fox News to Trump, everyone on the Right is calling NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani a \"communist.\" Desi Lydic sits down with Joe Sims, the co-chair of the Communist Party USA, to discuss how we're using the C-word all wrong. Catherine Bracy, author of \"World Eaters: How Venture Capital is Cannibalizing the Economy,\" talks to Michael Kosta about the evolution of venture capital, from its origin as a mid-20th-century funding solution for risky companies with big potential for technological advancement, to the harmful economic backbone of the tech industry it has become today."
2025-10-22
"While thousands of government employees are working without pay during the ongoing government shutdown, Donald Trump is squeezing $230 million from the Department of Justice as compensation for the \"damage\" of being federally investigated. Michael Kosta breaks down the conflict of interest that's so bad, it even has legal experts saying \"duh,\" and Troy Iwata gives a peek into what new grifts the president is cooking up in his corruption lab. Lewis Black takes a look at the new health craze tricking Americans into thinking they can have their protein-filled cake and eat it too. Ryan Holiday, creator of \"Daily Stoic\" and author of \"Wisdom Takes Work,\" sits down with Michael Kosta to discuss teaching children Stoicism by example, how wisdom calibrates courage, discipline, and justice, the difference between schooling and true education, and the spectrum of Stoicism in public figures from Abraham Lincoln to Elon Musk."
2025-10-23
"Michael Kosta dives into the alleged involvement of Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups and Miami Heat star Terry Rozier in illegal gambling schemes. Plus, Donald Trump continues to defend the construction of his mega-sized White House ballroom as he fully demolishes the East Wing. And Josh Johnson thanks the contractor-in-chief on behalf of waltz-loving podcast bros everywhere. Jeff Tweedy, Grammy award-winning frontman of the band Wilco and bestselling author, sits down with Michael Kosta to discuss his new solo album, \"Twilight Override,\" named to evoke his feeling of getting older and watching a world that \"appears to be getting darker.\" Tweedy also discusses why he's glad to have spent his formative years as a musician in the midwest, his theory that repressed trauma after Covid is one cause of present-day chaos, and the need for everyone to spend less time on their phones and more time with people who love them."
2025-10-27
"After Trump echoes a complaint that he's unappreciated by Americans for his \"sacrifices,\" Jon Stewart looks at all the things the president has accomplished without getting proper recognition, like going against protocol to tear down the East Wing of the White House for an ostentatious ballroom, or blowing up Venezuelan boats without due process. Jon also takes a look at the Republicans properly eating s**t for the president and determines that a third term is the only appropriate show of gratitude for this poor little billionaire. New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani sits down with Jon Stewart to discuss building a campaign on delivering politics that \"aspire for more than what you're living through,\" ensuring his tax plans aren't just popular but precedented, taking safety beyond the NYPD to job and housing security, reaching the hearts of young voters with inviting rhetoric, and whether the days of endorsements deciding elections have come to an end."
2025-10-28
"Desi Lydic breaks down Trump's trip to Japan, which included a shockingly firm handshake from new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, decadent gifts to win the president's heart, and a quick survey for the U.S. Navy about magnets. Plus, Troy Iwata is pretty sure Trump's embarrassing antics in Tokyo are the worst things America has ever done to Japan. Grammy Award-winning musician Lucy Dacus joins Desi Lydic to discuss \"Forever Is a Feeling: The Archives,\" an expanded edition of her latest record, which has been called the \"most romantic album of 2025.\" They talk about what makes a good love song, why writing this music felt like therapy, whether fame has impacted her creative process, and how her song \"Best Guest\" inspired her to get ordained and perform weddings on tour at a time when the Trump administration is threatening LGBTQ+ unions. Grammy Award-winning musician Lucy Dacus joins Desi Lydic to discuss \"Forever Is a Feeling: The Archives\"."
2025-10-29
"Desi Lydic covers Trump's state visit to South Korea, where he was honoured with a \"Yas King\" rally, a golden crown, and the unofficial U.S. presidential anthem, \"YMCA\". Meanwhile, millions of Trump's constituents face a hunger crisis as SNAP benefits run out of funding due to the never-ending shutdown, and the GOP pretends there's nothing they can do about it. Michael Kosta has a list of billionaire sugar daddies who are happy to step in and help, as long as Americans don't mind getting a little freaky. Democrats have been riding high since the success of the \"No Kings\" protests and the emergence of Democratic prospects like Zohran Mamdani. But why is the Democratic Party so afraid to harness this energy? Lenard McKelvey (aka \"Charlamagne Tha God\") breaks down how to swap this tired system for an energetic change. Emmy-nominated actor Aubrey Plaza and writer-producer Dan Murphy join Desi Lydic to discuss their new children's book, \"Luna and the Witch Throw a Hallowe'en Party\"."
2025-10-30
"Desi Lydic recaps Trump's meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, where they had an unsurprisingly fruitless discussion about tariffs. Then, after Marjorie Taylor Greene calls out the GOP's lackluster response to the government shutdown and demands the release of the Epstein files, Desi is haunted by the question: Does she (gulp) agree with Marjorie Taylor Greene? Ronny Chieng takes a look at Neo, the new robot maid designed to help with everyday tasks, such as cracking walnuts, loading the dishwasher like a drunk person, and giving a remote human operator a glimpse into your home. Justine Lupe sits down with Desi Lydic to discuss her role in the hit Netflix series, \"Nobody Wants This.\" Lupe dives into playing codependent sisters with Kristen Bell, navigating her character's ambiguous dynamics with Timothy Simons, being adored by her partners on and off screen, and what her girlfriends have taught her about love and strength."
2025-11-03
"Between Trump throwing a lavish \"Great Gatsby\"-themed party on the night that SNAP benefits ran out for millions of Americans, dragging his feet to open court-ordered emergency funding for food stamps while throwing billions of bailout dollars at Argentina, and the GOP's general racism-tinged disdain for SNAP recipients, Jon Stewart seriously doubts that the president's \"big heart\" goes out to anyone but himself and the toadies on his VIP list. Former U.S. senator and West Virginia governor Joe Manchin sits down with Jon Stewart to discuss his memoir, \"Dead Center: In Defense of Common Sense.\" They talk about whether centrism exists in the Trump era, Manchin's experience working across partisan lines in the Senate, the state of the Democratic Party in West Virginia, why he never voted for a government shutdown, and how he thinks the country can move forward."
2025-11-04
"As Election Day wraps up, Jordan Klepper recaps the suspenseful New York City mayoral race infused with Islamophobic fearmongering of Zohran Mamdani and an uphill battle for Andrew Cuomo, culminating in an 11th-hour scandal over a Billy Joel song. Also, Ronny Chieng reports that Cuomo is feeling confident, thanks to his lucky O.J. Simpson-style Ford Bronco and other criminal-lookalike charms. The eyes of the world seem to be on the New York City mayoral race, so Grace Kuhlenschmidt conducted her own Times Square exit poll to ask non-New Yorkers which candidate they endorse for an election they can't vote in. \"There's always hope if there's action\". Former Prime Minister of Finland, Sanna Marin, talks to Jordan Klepper about her new memoir, \"Hope In Action\"."
2025-11-05
"Jordan Klepper dives into the big wins for Democrats across the country last night, including in the hotly contested mayoral race in New York City, which ended in a historic victory for Zohran Mamdani that sparked threats of a mass exodus of Cuomo supporters from the city. Plus, nobody is more eager to get out of the city than Eric Adams, the guy who's still in charge at City Hall, so The Daily Show takes a final look back at the legacy the outgoing mayor is leaving behind. In the Art of the Altercation, Desi Lydic unpacks Donald Trump's long and tumultuous relationship with New York, a home he once called \"the greatest city in the world,\" but now, as president, thinks is a crime-infested hellhole that needs to be punished. NYU professor, co-host of the Pivot podcast, and bestselling author, Scott Galloway, joins Jordan Klepper to discuss his latest book, \"Notes on Being a Man.\""
2025-11-06
"Trump plays dead fish during a medical emergency in the Oval Office, the White House's Ozempic announcement has Americans losing 400 pounds each, the president finds a new enemy in Nigeria, and Jordan Klepper reports on shutdown-induced flight cancellations that will have people walking home for the holidays. On another episode of Sports War, Jordan Klepper and Ronny Chieng fight over whether the Dodgers deserved to win the World Series, the integrity of the NBA amid a sports gambling scandal, and an Aussie darts player whose dirty nickname sparked controversy. Academy Award-nominated actor Ethan Hawke sits down with Jordan Klepper to discuss his new movie \"Blue Moon,\" which takes place on an \"important night in art history,\" after Lorenz Hart attends the premiere of his former collaborator's musical, \"Oklahoma!\""
2025-11-10
"In the wake of Democrats' decision to end the government shutdown, Jon Stewart returns to his prediction that they were going to piss away last week's hard-earned electoral victories. With nothing to gain from caving, momentum on their side, and a deeply unpopular president, Jon compares the Democrats to the New York Giants, who at least had the good sense to fire their coach. \"A lot of politicians who voted to send guys like us to places like Iraq, spending trillions, all of a sudden want to count pennies when it's time to care for the veterans they sent to fight.\" Rep. Chris Deluzio of Pennsylvania and Rep. Pat Ryan of New York, who are both Iraq war veterans and members of the House Armed Services Committee, talk to Jon Stewart about how the Trump administration prioritizes a trillion dollar military budget over the livelihood of veterans and service members."
2025-11-11
"The Democrats' popular affordability platform has Trump jealously weaving plans for 50-year mortgages and socialist-seeming tariff rebates, and Josh Johnson deciphers how the \"money man\" president thinks $2,000 checks will solve everything. On this edition of Who Won It Best, Desi Lydic and Troy Iwata dive into the crèmè de la crème of awards season: the Fox Nation Patriot Awards, where Sean Hannity tortured the crowd with his singing, Mike Waltz got an adoring shoutout, Melania Trump plugged her Amazon flick, and Jason Aldean shined as the biggest star they could muster. Actor, comedian, former Daily Show correspondent, and U.S. Marine Corps veteran Rob Riggle joins Josh Johnson to discuss his memoir, \"Grit, Spit, and Never Quit: A Marine's Guide to Comedy and Life.\""
2025-11-12
"Josh Johnson dives into newly released bombshell emails from Jeffrey Epstein that might implicate Trump, considering he referred to the president as the \"dog that hasn't barked.\" Plus, on the heels of whistleblower revelations that Ghislaine Maxwell's prison accommodations include puppies and TV time, Ronny Chieng explains why this is all perfectly normal. Nick Offerman holds a microscope to Trump's \"I love farmers\" act to expose the policies, corporations, and advancements in processed food that have Americans yearning to eat like Europeans and small farmers struggling to stay afloat. Writer, actor, and comedian Jay Jurden sits down with Josh Johnson to discuss his debut stand-up special, \"Yes Ma'am\" on Hulu. He shares why his Southern charm prevents him from feeling like a real New Yorker, his experience studying theater at a football school, how studying the dramatic arts helps him stay present on stage, and his favorite jokes that both he and Wanda Sykes have ever written."
2025-11-13
"In the wake of new Jeffrey Epstein emails implicating Trump, the GOP unhelpfully backed up the president by releasing 20,000 new Epstein files of their own, and Josh Johnson unpacks new revelations, including the two men's frenemy relationship and apparent connection to cosmetics heiress Celina Midelfart, as well as conservative pundits like Megyn Kelly's attempts to downplay the bombshell. Plus, Troy Iwata offers a scathing critique of Epstein's email grammar. The AI revolution is integrating chatbots like Grok and ChatGPT into all aspects of life, from education to friendship, so Ronny Chieng fights the dumbing effects of AI on college campuses by transforming himself into a real-life chatbot. Grammy award-winning artist Miguel Pimentel talks to Josh Johnson about returning to music after an eight-year break with his new album, \"CAOS\". Miguel shares how that time of personal reflection and connection to his Mexican heritage informed his new album through celebration of his culture."
2025-11-17
"A batch of newly surfaced Epstein emails sparks Trump's fight-or-flight mode, a diversionary DOJ investigation into the Democrats, and a Fox News crash out as pundits try to downplay the Epstein files. While rumors swirl about a jaw-dropping degree of closeness between Donald Trump and Bill Clinton, Jon Stewart urges the GOP to hold their Epstein sleuthing to the same standard as their investigation into the QAnon Pizzagate conspiracy. CNN's Chief International Anchor and host of the global affairs program, \"Amanpour,\" Christiane Amanpour sits down with Jon Stewart to discuss how the Epstein scandal has highlighted the importance of truth-based journalism. They talk about using investigative journalism to combat authoritarianism and hold the \"invincible\" elite accountable, and how the \"drip, drip, drip\" story of the Epstein files has fed itself and divided MAGA."
2025-11-18
"An (almost) unanimous vote in the House to release the Epstein files has Trump reversing his opposition to save face, Marjorie Taylor Greene looking like she's severed from MAGA, and Saudi Arabia's visiting crown prince getting a pass for murder. Ronny Chieng reflects on the road to releasing the Epstein files and Trump's key to uncovering the elite sex trafficking scandal: \"Don't talk about it.\" You thought holiday travel was miserable? Try being an air traffic controller. Leslie Jones breaks down how the people with one of the most important jobs in America are being treated with Spirit Airlines-level disrespect and asks airlines to quit thinking so much about luxury perks and to start supporting these vital employees with better technology, better pay, and maybe some of that TSA-confiscated cocaine. Writer, producer, and director Mitsuyo Miyazaki aka \"Hikari\" joins Ronny Chieng to discuss her new movie, \"Rental Family\"."
2025-11-19
"Ronny Chieng dives into Trump's friendly meeting with Saudi Crown Prince MBS despite the president's famously anti-Muslim past, and covers the latest updates on the release of the Epstein files, which was quickly approved by the House and Senate and now seemingly has the endorsement of the president himself. That said, Jordan Klepper offers a few reasons why we might not like what we see. Grace Kuhlenschmidt tackles Russia's first face-planting robot, an AI version of your dead granny, and does America want music that's fully AI-generated? Tech yeah, they do! James Beard award-winning chef Sean Sherman sits down with Ronny Chieng to discuss his new book \"Turtle Island: Foods and Traditions of the Indigenous Peoples of North America.\" They talk about using food as a tool for promoting curiosity and empathy, focusing on Indigenous and healthy foods at his restaurant."
2025-11-20
"Ronny Chieng dives into Trump's signing of the Epstein Files Transparency Act, Pam Bondi's shell-shocked statements about a new Epstein investigation aimed at Democrats, U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan's monumental screwup in the Comey case, Grok's ego-stroking of Elon Musk, and Melania Trump's unlikely speech to Marines about AI warfare. Plus, Michael Kosta looks into Transportation Sec. Sean Duffy's current problem with air travel: bad manners. America might be getting sick of RFK Jr. as health secretary, but much like the worm in his brain, he doesn't appear to be going anywhere. While you won't find his brand of non-professional medical advice on \"Grey's Anatomy\" or \"The Pitt,\" you can find it on a bold new medical drama: RFK Hospital. Record-breaking comedian, actor, and podcast host Sebastian Maniscalco sits down with Ronny Chieng to discuss his latest Hulu special, \"It Ain't Right.\""
2025-12-01
"Trump spent the weekend celebrating Thanksgiving the traditional way: abusing reporters, calling Tim Walz the R-word, and bragging about his \"perfect\" MRI score. Plus, while the president spins a National Guard shooting for his anti-immigrant agenda, Jon Stewart slams the double standard of criminal justice for immigrants and J6 insurrectionists. Pulitzer Prize-winning author and staff writer at The New Yorker, Elizabeth Kolbert, sits down with Jon Stewart to discuss her latest book, \"Life on a Little-Known Planet: Dispatches from a Changing World.\" They talk about matching the awareness of climate problems with an effort for change, humans wasting 10,000 years of \"climate stability\" by inventing ways to disrupt it, the Trump administration's climate policy regression, and how developing countries are reaping both financial and environmental gains by leaning into clean energy."
2025-12-02
"Desi Lydic covers Melania getting into the mandatory Christmas spirit by decorating the un-bulldozed parts of the White House, Kash Patel refusing to do his job without a big girl FBI jacket, and Pete Hegseth responding to possible war crimes charges by throwing his admiral and a cartoon turtle under the bus. Plus, Jordan Klepper wants YOU to join Hegseth's scapegoat army. Michael Kosta drops the hottest tips for a cash-tacular Christmas: Skip expensive Christmas gifts by converting religions, swap pasta for wringing sauce cloths, and gift an AI teddy bear that covers sex ed. Actor and philanthropist Nikki DeLoach sits down with her friend Desi Lydic to discuss starring in the latest Hallmark movie, \"A Grand Ole Opry Christmas,\" how working on the film was a healing experience for her after losing her father, and why Hallmark movies seem to resonate with viewers during hard times."
2025-12-03
"Josh Johnson tracks Trump's flimsy war on narco-terrorism, from threatening more war-crimey attacks on suspected Venezuelan drug traffickers to pardoning the Honduran ex-president who smuggled enough cocaine to get the whole world high, and Troy Iwata just wants a clear answer: drugs good or drugs bad? Is the AI bubble at risk of popping? Ronny Chieng sits down with Peter Wildeford of the Institute for AI Policy and Strategy to investigate the risks of AI taking our jobs and tanking our economy as the \"circle jerk\" of AI companies goes all-in on robots. \"People have a desire to see magic, I'm only there to help them.\" Award-winning magician and mentalist Asi Wind talks to Josh Johnson about his \"More Than Magic\" U.S. and Australia tour, the trick that (literally) sparked his passion for the craft, and why he sees magic as a collaboration with his audience. Plus, Wind treats Josh Johnson to a few mind-blowing tricks."
2025-12-04
"Images of Epstein's island reveal a penchant for creepy decor and a commitment to oral hygiene, Pete Hegseth gets cagey about turning over his phone for the Signalgate investigation, the Pentagon's press team is replaced by MAGA personalities, and Jordan Klepper investigates Trump's commitment to being labeled a \"president of peace,\" signage and all. Afraid of the woke leftists' war against Christmas? Keep the sanctity of the holiday season alive with the brand-new Trump Tinsel, made from recycled shreddings of the Epstein files. The president promised he was going to release them, but he never said how! Frontman of the band Dropkick Murphys, Ken Casey, sits down with Jordan Klepper to discuss their latest album, \"For The People.\" They talk about the roots of punk in political activism, getting inspiration from bands who sang about Reagan, Bush, and the Queen of England."
2025-12-08
"Trump contradicts his phony FIFA peace prize by cranking up the heat on military action in Venezuela, a country Newsmax host Greg Kelly couldn't find on a map, and Jon Stewart gets an assist from The Daily Show archives and a time-traveling Rob Corddry to show how MAGA's drumbeat for war with Venezuela is Iraq all over again. \"True bravery is still doing what you believe in, even when you're scared.\" Malala Yousafzai, a Nobel Peace Prize laureate, education activist, and bestselling author, returns to The Daily Show to chat with Jon Stewart about her new memoir, \"Finding My Way.\" They talk about how much her life has changed since she first visited the show at 16, including graduating college and getting married, and how she came to realize she doesn't have to be perfect. She also opens up about managing mental health and societal projections while pursuing activist work and the school for women she founded in Pakistan, which just graduated its first-ever class."
2025-12-09
"Ronny Chieng covers the latest on the Trump administration's petty changes to free-entry days at national parks, the president's promise to bail out farmers after f**king up the economy, Melania's attempt to spread some yuletide cheer, and Sean Duffy's Department of Transportation press conference that turned into a d**k-measuring contest against RFK Jr. On another edition of Who Won It Best, Desi Lydic and Troy Iwata recap the FIFA World Cup Draw and Peace Prize Ceremony, the biggest award show you've never heard of, where the balls were mingled, the Village People performed the \"YMCA,\" and Trump received a trophy, medal, and certificate before jetting over to the Kennedy Center Honors to make KISS's big night all about himself. Journalist, internet activist, and author Cory Doctorow talks to Ronny Chieng about the concept behind his latest book, \"Enshittification,\" which breaks down how tech giants made the internet worse for everybody by locking in users only to turn on them."
2025-12-10
"Desi Lydic catches a Fox News closed caption writer's \"minor\" Freudian slip during Trump's economic rally, an event that focused less on affordability and more on Joe Biden. Plus, Michael Kosta explains why the president has been lashing out at female reporters so much lately: he's going through man-o-pause. TikTok's biggest trends in 2025 had \"6-7\" becoming the word of the year, high school seniors cosplaying assassins, people damaging property Kool-Aid Man-style, and Lewis Black wondering what the fuck is wrong with our society. Legendary photographer Annie Leibovitz joins Desi Lydic to discuss her powerful new collection of career-spanning work titled \"Women\". They talk about breaking stereotypes of pregnant women with Demi Moore's Vanity Fair cover, capturing Michelle Obama as she found her laid back self after eight years as first lady, her favorite unsmiling image of her mum where the camera \"disappears\", and Gloria Steinem's message in the book about women \"not going backward\"."
2025-12-11
"The America-Venezuela conflict escalates as the Department of Homeland Security TikTok-ifies the seizing of an oil tanker, and Trump can't resist taking credit for the \"Captain Phillips\" moment. Also, the State Department bans the font Calibri for being \"too woke\", and Michael Kosta unpacks the new beef between conservatives and the font's creator. This Christmas, gather round from all sides of the political spectrum for the holiday rom-com \"Oh, Trolly Night!\". Watch online enemies and unlikely lovers come together to find out the answer to the question: Can love Trump hate? Paleoclimatologist at The Ohio State University Lonnie Thompson sits down with Michael Kosta to discuss his groundbreaking work collecting ice cores in tropical glaciers – the subject of the film \"Canary,\" which is available to stream for free on YouTube over the holidays."
Season 31 - The Daily Show
2026-01-05
"Jon Stewart dives into the Trump administration's abduction of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, Trump's collusion with oil companies to exploit Venezuela's resources, and the emergence of the \"Donroe Doctrine\" as Trump threatens more international takeovers. Senator Mark Kelly of Arizona, who also served in the Navy as a captain and combat pilot, joins Jon Stewart after news broke that he was being censured by Secretary of War Pete Hegseth for telling U.S. service members to refuse illegal orders. They discuss the president's \"major ego problem,\" why he stands by his message as the Trump administration continues to levy attacks against free speech, frustrations with Democratic leadership, and the importance of Democrats taking control of the House and the Senate to put President Trump in check."
2026-01-06
"Ronny Chieng unpacks former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro's abduction and first day in court, where he and his wife got some good couples, time pleading not guilty to cocaine trafficking charges. Meanwhile, MAGA attempts to justify Trump's intervention by downplaying the episode, citing Christianity, and downright playing the bully. The latest scientific studies show that microplastics are just about everything, and we're ingesting them at an alarming rate. Thankfully, there's a new product that's sure to help us take advantage of all the plastic we're downing each day — eventually. Legendary Korean filmmaker, Director Park Chan-wook, sits down with Ronny Chieng (without any translation help from Ken Jeong) to discuss his new film, \"No Other Choice,\" which he adapted from an American novel. They discuss what attracted him to this story, which follows a devoted company man who is fired and directs his rage toward his competitors on the job market."
2026-01-07
"Ronny Chieng covers how Trump is taking charge of Venezuela's oil industry and replacing their old dictator with a new one: himself. Plus, this Venezuela takeover is so much fun, the president adds a bunch of other countries to his To-Be-Overthrown list, including Greenland, and Michael Kosta couldn't be more excited to be part of Trump's nation-extorting mafia. Jordan Klepper profiles Benny Johnson, social media star turned White House press commentator, who caught Trump's eye with his generic vitriol, Russian backing, penchant for plagiarism, and unyielding obsession with Batman. Stephen J. Dubner, host of \"Freakonomics Radio\" and co-author of \"Freakonomics,\" sits down with Ronny Chieng to discuss the book's 20th anniversary edition. They talk about how Dubner and his co-author Steven Levitt wove together storytelling and data to present case studies without imposing their own judgment, and how their publisher, doubtful of the title, liberated them to write the book they wanted."
2026-01-08
"Minneapolis tells ICE to \"get the f**k out\" after an agent fatally shot a woman, Kristi Noem smears the victim as a terrorist while MAGA decides she deserved it, and Ronny Chieng questions ICE's PR push to recruit highly aggressive, unqualified agents and unleash them on American cities. Americans are known for spoiling their living pets, but what about the ones who've passed? Michael Kosta explores the rising popularity of pet psychics, like Danielle MacKinnon, who claims to have the intuitive ability to communicate with all animals, past and present. Kosta learns about her process, meets her very real clients, and attempts to glean some insight into his relationship with his own dog, Walter. Actor and producer Lucy Liu sits down with Ronny Chieng to discuss her new film, \"Rosemead,\" which is based on a true story about a terminally ill mother and her son. They talk about Liu's connection with the film and how its themes of mental health and grief affected her."
2026-01-12
"on Stewart digs into Trump announcing himself as Venezuela's acting president via Wikipedia, dividing Venezuela amongst cooperating oil companies, making a game-time decision to involve himself in Iran, and setting his sights on conquering Greenland so Russia can't have it. Plus, Trump's rules for January 6th rioters don't square with the MAGA rhetoric around the January 7th ICE killing of Renee Good. Civil liberties attorney and co-host of the podcast, \"Previously Prohibited,\" Jenin Younes, joins Jon Stewart to discuss how MAGA's rewriting of the Minneapolis ICE shooting signals a perpetual escalation in violating civil liberties. They talk about how Trump has transitioned from protecting free speech to supporting censorship, JD Vance's justification over the legality of the Minneapolis shooting, how the Right's anti-immigrant rhetoric appeals to working-class Americans' frustrations, and why ICE is targeting blue states and sanctuary cities while exaggerating their \"non-compliance.\""
2026-01-13
"Jordan Klepper rounds up the latest indiscretions from Trump's cabinet, including Pete Hegseth adding perfidy to his collection of alleged war crimes, Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer bringing back the good old-fashioned political sex scandal, and RFK Jr. making America heart attack again with his upside-down food pyramid, which Troy Iwata breaks down for us. Lenard McKelvey (aka \"Charlamagne Tha God\") is celebrating MLK Day like it's his last, because with this president, it might be. Thanks to the Trump administration's backsliding on the national holiday, MAGA's disparaging remarks against Dr. King, and Elon Musk's call for white solidarity, Donald Trump's birthday is in the running to replace MLK Day. Award-winning director and screenwriter Joachim Trier joins Jordan Klepper to discuss his latest critically acclaimed film, \"Sentimental Value.\" They talk about the influence of early skateboarding films on challenging actors to take risks, developing a cast built on trust."
2026-01-14
"Donald Trump gives a Ford factory worker the middle finger and delivers a message of \"keep protesting\" but only for Iranians, immigration raids escalate in Minnesota, ICE engages in blatant racial and accent profiling, and Jordan Klepper highlights the Minnesotans fighting back with music, costumes, and bologna. Musician Langhorne Slim joins Jordan Klepper to talk about his new album, \"The Dreamin' Kind.\" They discuss the importance of dreamers and creativity, especially during uncertain times, how politics have changed the way his older music resonates, collaborating with Greta Van Fleet, and his mission to make joyful music that'll have you wanting to \"shake it.\" Langhorne Slim performs \"Rock N Roll\" from his upcoming album, \"The Dreamin' Kind,\" which is due to be released on January 16."
2026-01-15
"Jordan Klepper covers the latest on Trump's \"whole milk\" antics, the president's push to take over Greenland that has Europe mobilizing, and Mayor Zohran Mamdani's burgeoning communist reign in New York City, which has unleashed terrors such as expanded access to childcare and free public restrooms. Grace Kuhlenschmidt breaks down the latest tech from the CES conference: candy that puts voices in your head, razors that botch your haircut for you, robots that can see you but can't hear you, and a chance to fulfill your dreams of beating up a machine! Actor Wagner Moura joins Jordan Klepper, fresh off his Golden Globe win for his performance in \"The Secret Agent\". Moura, a Brazilian native, describes how the film, which takes place in 1977 Brazil during a heavy dictatorship, was a way for him and director Kleber Mendonça Filho to process their perplexity after their country's return to dictatorship values with the election of far-right president Jair Bolsonaro in 2018."
2026-01-20
"After receiving a secondhand Nobel Peace Prize from the real winner, Maria Corina Machado, Trump decides peace is for chumps and doubles down on his plans to take over Greenland, angering both Emmanuel Macron and Emmanuel Macron's eye. Plus, while Josh Johnson thinks the president's plan to extort Greenland out of Europe's hands through tariffs will only hurt Americans, Michael Kosta demonstrates how kicking one's own ass is the ultimate fighting strategy. Trump still wants Greenland and is threatening our European allies if they don't go along with his plan, but this story has been brewing for a while. As Jordan Klepper's recent trip to Norway showed us, the president's anti-peace reputation has long been the talk of the town. President and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, Artis Stevens, sits down with Josh Johnson to discuss the power of mentorship."
2026-01-21
"Trump closes out his first year as president (again) with a finger-crushing book of accomplishments while he leans into his goal for Year 2: acquiring Greenland. Josh Johnson tracks how Trump's mumbling about his need to own \"Iceland\" in Davos morphed into a vague \"concept of a deal\" with the president who never hears the word \"no.\" In another edition of Everything Is Stupid, Ronny Chieng details the rise and fall of an alleged scam that anyone with a sane mind could've seen coming: former New York City Mayor Eric Adams's risky unregulated crypto token, which he compared to Betsy Ross before it crashed spectacularly. \"The Copenhagen Test\" star Simu Liu sits down with Josh Johnson to discuss his new series on Peacock and his upcoming Broadway debut in \"Oh, Mary!\" He shares what it's like to portray Mary's Teacher on stage, the similarities and differences between acting in film and for a live audience, his experience in stunt performance inspired by the greats like Jackie Chan & Jet Li."
2026-01-22
"Josh Johnson gives a progress report on Trump's first year in office based on his campaign pledges to generate more jobs, make Americans rich, improve healthcare, and protect free speech. Naturally, the only person to benefit from these promises is Trump, who now has everything but a normal-looking hand. Lewis Black takes on Gen Z's nostalgic penchant for the past and the ridiculous \"throwback\" fads the younger generation is reviving, including cigarette smoking, \"dumb phones\" to help them think thoughts, tramp stamps, and the mall. Emmy award-winning documentarian Alexandria Stapleton talks to Josh Johnson about producing and directing the Netflix docuseries, \"Sean Combs: The Reckoning,\" including her shared concern with producing partner Curtis \"50 Cent\" Jackson not to indict the entire Hip-Hop culture along with the music mogul & how the sense of trepidation among the documentary crew & interview participants has shifted since the release of the series and the arrest of Sean Combs."
2026-01-26
"After the second murder of a Minnesota ICE protester by federal agents, Jon Stewart breaks down the increasingly unhinged gaslighting from Trump officials who are trying to paint victim Alex Pretti as a \"domestic terrorist\" & ICE agents as innocent kittens despite clear video evidence to the contrary. As MAGA & Kristi Noem ignore even their precious Second Amendment in their attempts to justify the shooting of a legally armed citizen, Jon points to the real weapon threatening this administration: cameras. Director of Press Freedom Initiatives at The Washington Post, Jason Rezaian discusses the deadly protests in Iran and the importance of collecting details of the Iranian experience despite the impermeable internet blackouts. How Trump's desire to make a deal with Iran would only empower the current oppressive regime, the benefits of including Iranian dissidents in the U.S. in policy conversations, and the humor that carried Rezaian through his 544-day wrongful prison sentence in Iran."
2026-01-27
"Desi Lydic dives into the backlash over the Trump administration's immigration crackdown in Minnesota: GOPers push back against the DHS's attacks on Alex Pretti for carrying a legal firearm, Border Patrol Commander Greg Bovino gets a station reassignment and a screen time limit, and Trump resorts to finding Bovino's replacement via suggestions from \"Fox & Friends\" host Brian Kilmeade. Plus, Troy Iwata pitches a new look for Greg Bovino to match his demotion. Michael Kosta and Ronny Chieng duke it out on another edition of Sports War, debating who you should root for at the upcoming Super Bowl LX, the merits of \"Heated Rivalry\" putting NHL on the map, and \"Nordick shame\" after Olympic Norwegian ski jumpers were suspended for enlarging their crotches. Emmy-nominated actor Michael Urie talks with Desi Lydic about the new season of \"Shrinking\", his run Broadway, and getting his start on \"Ugly Betty,\" where the legendary Vanessa Williams gave him the agency to take big acting swings."
2026-01-28
"Desi Lydic dives into the Trump administration's scramble to blame each other for the handling of Alex Pretti's shooting by federal agents in Minnesota, Trump's rally against Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, who was attacked at a town hall in the wake of his demonizing rhetoric, and the president's rollout of Trump Accounts, which he announced alongside MAGA's newest spokeswoman, Nicki Minaj. In this edition of In My Opinion, Whitney Cummings profiles the Democratic politicians lined up for the 2028 presidential race, from Josh Shapiro to Gavin Newsom, and the quirky penchants for cosplay, veganism, and convicted felons that they bring to the table. New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill, who recently became the nation's first woman veteran to be elected governor, sits down with Desi Lydic to discuss how her time serving in a gridlocked Congress motivated her to run for governor and the difference she's already seen in her ability to create change."
2026-01-29
"Democrats express their outrage over the Trump administration's immigration crackdown, with Chuck Schumer calling Kristi Noem and Stephen Miller \"fucking liars\" and Hakeem Jeffries on accidental mute. Plus, Desi Lydic plunges into the world of Melania ahead of her documentary debut, which was produced by Jeff Bezos, directed by disgraced filmmaker Brett Ratner, and created by a crew too ashamed to have their names in the credits. Grace Kuhlenschmidt meets Wisconsin native and snakebite enthusiast Tim Friede, who has built up an immunity to 19 of the most venomous snake species, and learns that doing your own medical research can save lives... when done with the help of a team of medical science experts. Emmy Award-winning actress Katherine LaNasa talks with Desi Lydic about her starring role as Nurse Dana in \"The Pitt\". They talk about landing a job on her last day of radiation, her experience with ER nurses during treatment, and the insight \"The Pitt\" gives to broken hospital systems."
2026-02-02
"Trump declares himself \"absolved\" by the latest release of Epstein files, while Elon Musk's Christmas wish for a trip to the sex island is put on blast, and Jon Stewart finds himself on Epstein's list… for documentary voiceovers. Plus, as MAGA continues to shield the president from all accountability, Jon Stewart shines a light on the double standard of sanctuary given to Trump vs. immigrants. Historian and Pulitzer Prize-winning author Heather Ann Thompson sits down with Jon Stewart to discuss her new book, \"Fear and Fury: The Reagan Eighties, the Bernie Goetz Shootings, and the Rebirth of White Rage.\" They talk about how big a figure Bernie Goetz was in 1980s New York, hailed as a \"vigilante\" for shooting four young Black men on a subway train despite the attack being unprovoked, the story's parallels to ICE shooting protesters in Minneapolis, the costs of violence, and how these types of injustices paved the way for Donald Trump."
2026-02-03
"Conservatives amp up their mission to MAGA-fy America by overshadowing Bad Bunny's Super Bowl performance with Turning Point USA's own D-list halftime show, and Michael Kosta connects the dots between Trump's call for Republicans to \"nationalize\" voting and the president's never-ending claim that the 2020 election was stolen. Plus, Troy Iwata explains why Trump's pitch to cancel the midterms is peak comedy. With Amazon's $40 million documentary about the first lady premiering at the Trump Kennedy Center, Jordan Klepper ventured to Washington, D.C., where he chatted with attendees about director Brett Ratner's appearance in the Epstein files, whether the film's purchase was a bribe, and why this is what our country should be focused on right now not Minneapolis. Amazon rainforest conservationist, wildlife filmmaker, and author Paul Rosolie talks to Michael about his latest book, \"Junglekeeper: What It Takes to Change the World.\""
2026-02-04
"Michael Kosta dives into Trump's recent moves to steer the country back on track, which include the release of lame new \"America Is Back\" hats, telling CNN's Kaitlan Collins to get over the Epstein files and smile more, & continuing his D.C. makeover by building a massive arch across from the Lincoln Memorial. Plus, Grace Kuhlenschmidt shares further updates on the president's construction rampage. The state that brought you President Ronald Reagan and Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger offer a thrilling new contender for the White House: Governor Gavin Newsom. Patricia Lee aka \"Ms. Pat\", comedienne, actress, & co-creator of the hit BET+ series, \"The Ms. Pat Show,\" sits down with Michael Kosta to discuss the show's fifth season. They talk about fighting through network pulls for the chance to speak out about immigration, portraying a unique-yet-universal mother to viewers, preparing for a doomsday scenario, & learning to believe in herself after being shot, abused, and incarcerated."
2026-02-05
"Michael Kosta reports on Trump revealing a supposed secret military weapon called the “Discombobulator,” and the impact of newly released Epstein emails on global figures - Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor facing renewed scrutiny, Sarah Ferguson shutting down her charity, and Bill Clinton preparing to testify before Congress. Despite Trump’s frequent mentions in the files, he remains unaffected. Desi Lydic explores Trump’s long running conflicts with the NFL, from reduced violence to team name changes and halftime shows. A 2014 discussion with Stephen A. Smith even raises the question of whether the NFL helped enable Trump’s rise. Kosta also speaks to director Jon Shenk and former Navy SEAL Marcus Capone about Capone’s experience with the psychedelic treatment ibogaine, highlighted in the Netflix documentary In Waves and War, and his work with VETS, a nonprofit helping veterans access similar therapy."
2026-02-09
"Jon Stewart calls out MAGA’s quick outrage at anything outside their narrow values—from boycotting Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl show to Trump’s racist social‑media attacks on the Obamas and criticism of a U.S. Olympic skier for mild comments about America. He’s joined by Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, who discusses how Trump’s tariffs have killed jobs and raised costs, and how recent bills have harmed rural healthcare. They talk about signs of MAGA’s grip weakening in Kentucky, why Democrats should speak more plainly to connect with voters, challenging the administration in court, and focusing on the deeper purpose behind Democratic policies."
2026-02-10
"Jordan Klepper reviews new details from the unredacted Epstein files, noting extensive references to Trump and examining the broader fallout. He covers public backlash toward King Charles, questions faced by Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick regarding visits to Epstein Island, and scrutiny of paleontologist Jack Horner’s associations with Epstein. Klepper also highlights RFK Jr.’s past field trip with Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. In a new Sports War segment, Klepper and Desi Lydic debate major sports headlines, including Bad Bunny’s historic Super Bowl halftime show, a Winter Olympian’s protest against ICE, and a figure skater competing in a Minion costume. Actor and filmmaker Tim Blake Nelson joins to discuss his novel Superhero, exploring how his experience on film sets shaped the story, the cultural role of superhero films, and how these narratives reflect America’s polarized views of good and evil."
2026-02-11
"Attorney General Pam Bondi delivered a tense and unfocused appearance before Congress regarding Epstein‑related questions. An Olympic biathlete admitted to an affair after earning a bronze medal, and Grace Kuhlenschmidt challenged Jordan Klepper on Trump’s sudden opposition to opening a new U.S.–Canada bridge. Troy Iwata highlighted international issues, including a Chinese app used to check on loved ones without direct contact, reports of fries in England washing into the ocean, and Germany’s use of militarized insects. Filmmaker Andrew Jarecki discussed The Alabama Solution, his Oscar‑nominated documentary exposing Alabama’s prison conditions through contraband cell‑phone footage, the activism of incarcerated individuals, the punishment they face, and how Alex Pretti’s death underscores the importance of documenting abuse."
2026-02-12
"Jordan Klepper examines President Trump’s recently promoted “Undisputed Champion of Beautiful Clean Coal” award and the administration’s related policy actions, including directing the Pentagon to purchase electricity from coal fired plants, limiting the EPA’s ability to regulate greenhouse gas emissions, and assuring coal miners of the administration’s continued support. Grace Kuhlenschmidt reports on American remote workers relocating to Mexico City in pursuit of lower living costs and lifestyle benefits, alongside perspectives from local residents concerned about rising rents and cultural displacement. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey discusses the conclusion of Operation Metro Surge and the withdrawal of ICE agents, highlighting the role of community advocacy and collaboration with other city leaders to protect residents’ rights and resist federal overreach."
2026-02-23
"Team USA sweeps Canada for gold in Olympic hockey, Jon Stewart navigates how MAGA interprets this win as proof of America's democratic superiority, and Desi Lydic homes in on the U.S. Olympic team's secret weapon: superior political systems. Plus, Jon explains how the Supreme Court took a wrecking ball to Trump's tariff strategy and examines why the U.S. is on the brink of war with Iran. \"It's not just that the middle class is suffering because of one thing; they're suffering because of everything.\" A. Mechele Dickerson, University of Texas law professor and author of \"The Middle-Class New Deal: Restoring Upward Mobility and the American Dream,\" joins Jon Stewart to discuss how the government created the middle class they've now abandoned, how mortgage interest deductions, HOA exclusions, and school hours hinder the middle class, and how to restore the tentpoles of pension jobs and home ownership that fuel the middle-class American dream."
2026-02-24
"Desi Lydic covers wild headlines from Trump’s orbit, including RFK Jr.’s odd sauna moment with Kid Rock, JD Vance’s questionable recipe, and Kristi Noem’s controversial deportation flight. After FCC Chairman Brendan Carr calls for more patriotic TV, Jordan Klepper keeps The Daily Show suitably star-spangled with public-domain tunes. With climate change and nuclear war looming, Michael Kosta dives into the science of sex in space with researchers Simon Dubé and Maria Santaguida, even testing his own readiness. Padma Lakshmi discusses launching her CBS series America’s Culinary Kitchen, the freedom to shape it, uplifting chefs worldwide, worries about anti-immigrant policies’ impact on food, and pokes fun at Vance’s cooking skills."
2026-02-25
"Desi Lydic provides a concise overview of Donald Trump’s unusually long State of the Union address, noting its blend of dramatic rhetoric and frequent standing ovations. Jordan Klepper examines LindellTV, a 24/7 outlet created by Mike Lindell, highlighting its mix of partisan commentary, unconventional programming, and technical issues. In a joint interview, authors Jonathan Haidt and Catherine Price discuss their new book, The Amazing Generation, which offers guidance on helping young people build healthier relationships with technology. They emphasize fostering real world connection, establishing structured screen use at home, and encouraging policy action to address tech driven mental health challenges."
2026-02-26
"Desi Lydic unpacks the newest chaos from the Epstein files: Bill Gates blurts out details about past romances, the Clintons deliver closed door testimony on their Epstein links, and an old allegation against Trump resurfaces despite the DOJ’s attempts to bury it. She also highlights Republicans turning a simple snowball fight into supposed NYPD “terrorism,” while Michael Kosta rushes out to gather evidence before it melts. Grace Kuhlenschmidt spotlights oddball tech—from fart tracking underwear to science proven dance moves, Waymo’s human door closer fix, and an AI video pairing Brad Pitt and Tom Cruise to answer who killed Epstein. Christa Miller joins to discuss her Shrinking character’s empty nester arc, embracing vulnerability, collaborating with husband Bill Lawrence, how NYC nightclub work shaped her music supervision skills, and the surprising IMDB credit she shares with Desi."
2026-03-02
"Jon Stewart dives into America and Israel's impromptu attack on Iran, Trump's laid-back war announcement from the Mar-a-Lago basement, and MAGA's refusal to sell the American people on the plan, purpose, and duration of the war. Plus, Jordan Klepper reveals America's calculated war strategy: winging it. Award-winning filmmaker Jafar Panahi sits down with Jon Stewart and his interpreter Sheida Dayani to discuss his latest film, \"It Was Just An Accident,\" which is currently nominated for two Academy Awards. They talk about suffering a 20-year ban from filmmaking under the Iranian regime, the difference between a socially engaged filmmaker and one who caters to audiences, displaying the difference between humanity and authoritarianism through characters' doubt, and why, despite censorship and mass killings, he continues to return to Iran."
2026-03-03
"Michael Kosta breaks down the chaotic first days of Trump’s clash with Iran: the U.S. offering bus evacuations for Americans in the Middle East, Trump gearing up for another possible forever war, conservatives arguing over what counts as “war,” and a friendly fire incident that destroyed $300 million in U.S. fighter jets. Leslie Jones tackles the eternal question of what’s going on with men, digging into loneliness, misogynistic podcasts, non human girlfriend stand ins, and the questionable hygiene habits holding men back—before dishing out some tough love therapy. Filmmaker Geeta Gandbhir joins Kosta to discuss her two Oscar nominated documentaries, covering raw body cam footage in The Perfect Neighbor, the grief of gun violence survivors, the racial bias enabled by stand your ground laws, and how The Devil Is Busy explores the intersection of faith and reproductive rights, using filmmaking to reflect society’s deeper truths."
2026-03-04
"America’s war on Iran spirals within five days, with Trump weighing worst‑case scenarios, a nepo baby suddenly floated as a potential Iranian leader, Sen. Markwayne Mullin fumbling his war talk, and Michael Kosta pushing Pete Hegseth to reconsider his cartoon‑villain “no mercy” speech. Meanwhile, a very drunk Grace Kuhlenschmidt jokingly nominates Trump as Iran’s new supreme leader. Josh Johnson recaps the messiest awards show imaginable, after a Tourette’s activist involuntarily shouted the N‑word at Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo during their BAFTA presentation, sparking chaos between Black Twitter and Neurodivergent TikTok—though Josh insists the real culprit is the BBC. Later, Erika Alexander, star of NBC’s The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins, talks with Michael about returning to TV, confronting Hollywood’s discriminatory systems after Living Single, building opportunities through Color Farm Media, and advising rising Black actors to stay authentic and work relentlessly."
2026-03-05
"Michael Kosta breaks down the latest chaos in Trump’s cabinet as DHS Secretary Kristi Noem is fired amid ICE turmoil, corruption claims, and swirling affair rumors. RFK Jr. somehow picks fights with both Dunkin’ and Starbucks, while Pete Hegseth finds time—despite a war in Iran—to push his personal mission of stripping Scouting America of its supposed wokeness. Jordan Klepper even flatters Hegseth in hopes of earning the ironic “Bros Before Hoes” badge. Meanwhile, Grace Kuhlenschmidt explores America’s first car free neighborhood with controversial “freedom fighter” Katie Hopkins to uncover the truth behind rising 15 minute cities: visionary walkable havens or government run traps? And librarian and new “Reading Rainbow” host Mychal Threets joins Michael to share his mental health journey, the life saving role libraries played for him, and the message behind his book, I'm So Happy You’re Here—a celebration of library joy and a reminder that no one is alone."
2026-03-16
"Trump's war in the Middle East rages on, with Iran closing the Strait of Hormuz and Americans gearing up to face the infamous R-word: recession. Plus, FCC Chair Brendan Carr and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth aren't happy with the news media's confused coverage of the war in Iran, so Jon Stewart gets some truth and clarity from a panel of experts: President Trump, Donald J. Trump, DJT, and John Barron. \"We've got to ask our government to do better before we ask people to give more.\" Mayor Matt Mahan of San José sits down with Jon Stewart to discuss his candidacy for governor of California. They talk about building constituents' trust by reducing homelessness, crime, and delivering on housing promises, regulating AI to help the industry boom in a way that protects people's livelihoods and privacy, and what his background in public school teaching and tech start-ups taught him about examining data to create pragmatic solutions in government."
2026-03-17
"Jordan Klepper dives into the confidence boost from a former American president that supposedly inspired Trump to consider \"taking Cuba\", counterterrorism official Joe Kent resigning over the war in Iran, and MAGA turning on each other with \"micropenis\" allegations. Also, Troy Iwata runs his gaydar on Iran's new supreme leader to find out if he's queerbaiting Americans. Freedom of speech is under attack, but thanks to the Trump administration, now you can say anything you want about the president for just $50 a month! Fork over your cash and rest easy knowing that Free Speech Plus has your back, if you don't mention corruption, cankles, Epstein, or his little dick. Subscribe today! NYT's Bestselling author, George Saunders sits down with Jordan Klepper to discuss his latest novel, \"Vigil\". They discuss how he tapped into the mindset of a character who is forced to rationalize their horrible decisions and how accountability can be a form of grace."
2026-03-18
"Jordan Klepper breaks down how Republicans are addressing Americans' concerns about rising gas prices from the war in Iran by telling them to suck it up and quit whining, DHS secretary nominee Markwayne Mullin finds his Senate confirmation hearing dominated by an old beef with Rand Paul, and Grace Kuhlenschmidt encourages politicians to settle their differences the right way: a duel at 10 paces! On another edition of Sports War, Jordan Klepper and Desi Lydic bicker about the use of AI to fill out March Madness brackets and backlash against an NBA event honoring a strip club. Emmy-nominated actor Steve Zahn sits down with Jordan Klepper to discuss his new film, \"She Dances.\" They talk about wearing many hats as producer, co-writer, and actor, using his \"dance dad\" background to write a comedy that deals with grief, why no one else could play the part but his own daughter, and evolving with co-star Ethan Hawke from playing slackers in \"Reality Bites\" to being veteran actors."
2026-03-19
"Trump bombs a Pearl Harbor joke at a meeting with Japan's prime minister after a reporter asked him about the Iran war, and Jordan Klepper finds the optimism in Afroman winning a defamation suit against the police who raided his home, preserving free speech through relentless mockery, brutal infidelity jokes, & lemon pound cakes. Michael Kosta delivers the latest get-rich-now opportunities from the hottest business headlines: The Fast Food Wars get a greasy relaunch, Topo Chico mineral water dries up in the U.S., and rare Pokemon cards have collectors collecting fat stacks. Rebecca Traister, author and writer for New York Magazine, talks to Jordan about her latest book, \"Angry Girls Will Get Us Through\". They discuss the constructive power of anger to bring people together & affect social change, and the mission of her book to tell the under-recognized stories of angry women, girls, & nonbinary people who sparked some of the most impactful moments of change throughout American history."
2026-03-23
"Trump’s eventful weekend of golfing, sightseeing, and ignoring the imploding effects of the war in Iran has Jon Stewart wondering who the hell the president has been claiming to negotiate with overseas, and whether this \"top person\" even exists. Plus, airport chaos amid a government shutdown has ICE filling in for the TSA as part of Trump's escalating chaos rampage. Jake Sullivan, former National Security Advisor, Harvard Kennedy School professor, and co-host of “The Long Game” podcast, joins Jon Stewart to break down the war in Iran, U.S. foreign policy, and the future of nuclear negotiations. Sullivan shares his insights on President Trump’s approach to Iran and Iran’s “coherent and clear” strategy. Plus, Sullivan reflects on his time working on secret negotiations with Iranian officials during the Obama administration and tells the story of a historic first direct contact between U.S. and Iranian presidents since 1979."
2026-03-24
"President Trump cheerfully accepts a mysterious “gift” from his enemies in Iran, yet forces TSA agents to work without pay as travelers slog through nine hour airport lines—all because he refuses to approve a bipartisan deal in Congress. He’s also sending untrained ICE agents into airports, and even though they’re not helping ease the chaos, Josh Johnson is at least relieved they’re not out on the streets. Meanwhile, AI is reshaping the world, warping young minds, stealing jobs, and maybe even plotting humanity’s downfall. Former OpenAI researcher and whistleblower Daniel Kokotajlo tells Ronny Chieng why he believes current AI poses a real extinction threat. Emmy winner and Oscar nominee Sterling K. Brown joins Johnson to talk about his series Paradise, why he became an actor “to entertain, educate, and edify,” and how struggling artists can stay motivated. Plus, Josh Johnson delivers the Mini Roast of Sterling K. Brown."
2026-03-25
"Josh Johnson covers updates on the situation in Iran: Al Roker forecasts \"haboobs\" developing in the Middle East, Tehran defiantly refuses a ceasefire agreement, and Trump declares the war over and \"won\" while Pete Hegseth's loosened enlistment requirements say otherwise. Desi Lydic highlights the politicians striking out on social media in both short-form and long-form as they try to garner Gen Z's attention ahead of the midterms. From short cringey TikToks to long cringey podcasts, Desi is begging politicians to connect with young people by talking like actual human beings. Comedian, writer, and host of \"Mornings with Mero\", Joel Martinez aka \"The Kid Mero\" joins Josh to discuss making radio sound like New York again. They talk about evolving from a lifelong listener of HOT 97 to their newest host, connecting to listeners who call with open confessions, advocating for unhoused youth with Covenant House, and Joel shows Josh how to tie his Timberlands the \"New York way\"."
2026-03-26
"Josh Johnson breaks down a packed week in chaos, from Markwayne Mullin replacing DHS shopaholic Kristi Noem to Trump publicly auditing Mullin’s Native American identity. He also tackles Dr. Oz flash-mobbing his way into reduced health expenditures, Melania seemingly swapping out her husband for a humanoid stand-in, and an RFK Jr. anecdote involving a raccoon penis that permanently alters your brain chemistry. Meanwhile, Troy Iwata takes on international headlines that somehow make America look slightly less unhinged: Danish politicians woo voters in saunas, a French mayoral race boiling down to Hittler vs. Zielinski, Kenya shutting down an ant-smuggling operation, and Kim Jong Un fully embracing girl-dad dictatorship energy. Plus, actor Eiza González joins Josh to discuss her new film Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice, embracing comedy, playing a quirky femme fatale opposite James Marsden and Vince Vaughn, and reflecting on her journey from child stardom in Mexico to immigrating to the U.S."
2026-03-30
"Happy one monthiversary of the Iran war. With the Strait of Hormuz still closed, Jon Stewart looks at how global shortages are rippling outward, hitting everything from grain and helium to pickleballs. At home, Americans flood the streets for the No Kings protests while CPAC counters with Trump’s Yassss Kings rally. The U.S. also finally gets a detailed explanation of the president’s objectives and exit strategy—limited, for now, to the White House ballroom. Jon speaks with attorney Cindy Cohn about her book, Privacy’s Defender: My Thirty Year Fight Against Digital Surveillance, and her work leading the Electronic Frontier Foundation. She reflects on the post 9/11 surveillance fight, warns how internet regulation can backfire, and argues that meaningful reform requires strong privacy laws, new tech business models, and more choices for users. As she notes, the solution isn’t better dictators—it’s fewer of them."
2026-03-31
"Desi Lydic dives into Lindsey Graham's wartime day off at Disney World, Pete Hegseth's poetic take on the Iran War, Trump's flailing on the Strait of Hormuz as gas prices reach over $4 a gallon, and the leaked sexcapades of Kristi Noem's husband that make her fuck plane look tame. Ronny Chieng and Michael Kosta drive each other March Mad over a UConn \"buzzer-beater\" win against Duke and go head-to-head over big news in baseball, including instant replay for umpires and instant diarrhoea for ballpark foodies. Award-winning filmmaker and comedian, Julio Torres, sits down with Desi to discuss his new HBO special, \"Color Theories\". Torres invites viewers into an immersive experience in his whimsical world; he explains how Democrats and Republicans embody navy blue and burgundy because of what they hide, why everyone has a little bit of synesthesia, and whether anyone knows what color \"puce\" is."
2026-04-01
"Desi Lydic takes on Trump’s appearance at Supreme Court oral arguments on birthright citizenship as he argues the constitutional right should apply only to “billionaires”, while also pushing ahead with construction of the White House ballroom despite a federal judge ordering it stopped. Trump also unveils plans for a presidential hotel brary. Lewis Black breaks down prediction markets, where people are now betting on everything from future wars to Trump’s next insult, with some markets giving Jesus better odds of returning than the New York Jets have of winning a Super Bowl. Desi is also joined by board certified OB/GYN Dr. Mary Claire Haver, founder of The 'Pause Life, to discuss her book The New Perimenopause. Dr. Haver explains what perimenopause is, why early mental and neurological symptoms are often misdiagnosed, and how women can advocate for their health and navigate this “second puberty” without suffering."
2026-04-13
"Jon Stewart dives into the backlash over Trump Jesus-ifying himself with AI, the president claiming he was just depicting himself as a \"doctor\" (treating a bedridden Jon Stewart?), and Trump starting an Easter beef with Pope Leo. Plus, JD Vance fails to secure a deal with Iran while ALSO failing to get Hungarian strongman Viktor Orban re-elected. \"We don't have to be on opposite sides. We can be on the same side, fighting for justice together, fighting for peace together\". Peace activists and authors of \"The Future Is Peace\", Aziz Abu Sarah and Maoz Inon sit down with Jon Stewart to share their inspirational story of family loss and choosing reconciliation over revenge in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Through honest dialogue, visits to Holocaust and Palestinian sites, and confronting painful stories, they spread the message of how empathy can break cycles of violence and war. They also challenge the idea that empathy is naïve and share what it was like meeting Pope Francis."
2026-04-14
"Ronny Chieng dives into JD Vance's ill-prepared excuse for Trump's Jesus AI, the VP telling Pope Leo how to pope, RFK Jr. utilizing his best asset for podcasting, and Trump saying he'll \"look into\" FEMA head Gregg Phillips's Waffle House teleportation claims. In this installment of \"In My Opinion\", Nick Offerman sounds off on how Trump is injecting his self-aggrandising \"jackassery\" into America's 250th birthday - from slapping his John Hancock onto American currency to staging a UFC \"battle\" at the White House - and calls on citizens to find their own way to patriotically party down. Acclaimed film-maker Bao Nguyen sits down with Ronny to discuss his latest documentary, \"BTS: The Return\". They talk about following BTS's creative process as a fly on the wall, the big reunion after the band completed their national military service, the documentary narrative around honesty rather than facts, and the band's vulnerable moments when living out their normal lives."
2026-04-15
"JD Vance continues his apology tour on Trump's behalf at a TPUSA event, begging Gen Z not to leave MAGA over Iran and Epstein frustrations, and Ronny Chieng tries to make sense of Trump's \"Diet Coke is healthy\" logic. Also, since Trump's Jesus AI images won't stop, Grace Kuhlenschmidt steps in as a fully supportive, temporary \"war pope\". Professional naming expert Marco Glennwald III is losing his mind over the president's insistence on naming every goddamn thing after himself. Filmmaker and actress Zoe Lister-Jones sits down with Ronny to discuss starring in the Peacock series, \"The Miniature Wife\". They talk about co-starring as a billionaire and an evil scientist, portraying power dynamics in relationships through a fantastical lens, being exposed to feminist filmmaking from her video artist mother, and giving her TV series \"Slip\" – which she wrote, directed, and starred in – a \"new life\" on Peacock."
2026-04-16
"Ronny Chieng dives into America’s escalating clash with Iran, from global fuel shortages that leave Thai news anchors visibly sweating to Iran’s AI generated video of Jesus condemning Trump—and whether it qualifies as “patriotic” by Pete Hegseth’s standards. Somehow, the chaos is also buoying the American stock market. Iran’s surge of online “slopaganda” even inspires Michael Kosta to join the meme war. Grace Kuhlenschmidt rounds up the latest tech absurdities in Tech Yeah!, covering “tech neck”, marathon runners racing robots in China, and an AI avatar that might finally make Mark Zuckerberg seem lifelike. Writer director Lee Sung Jin joins Ronny to unpack how \"Beef\" evolved from a PowerPoint pitch into an award winning Netflix hit, exploring its real life inspirations, generational tensions, and a return to Korea to film with legends Youn Yuh jung and Song Kang ho—complete with a surprise visit from Parasite director Bong Joon ho."
2026-04-20
"Jon Stewart unpacks Trump’s Iran “Art of the Deal”, tracing threats, consequences, and concessions that add up to winning nothing. Republicans hail a self-declared victory as “a brilliant day for the world”, while Trump signs a bill to fast-track the psychedelic ibogaine, boasting, “You think Biden could do that?”. Stewart also sits down with UN General Assembly President Annalena Baerbock, who breaks down the growing challenges facing the United Nations — from tensions in the Strait of Hormuz to the limits of the Security Council veto — arguing diplomacy is both harder and more necessary than ever. She also discusses selecting the next UN Secretary-General, and whether member states will finally choose a woman to lead the body in its 80-year history."
2026-04-21
"The Trump administration lands in hot water for partying too hard, with FBI chief Kash Patel suing The Atlantic over reports of his drinking, Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer resigning amid allegations of affairs and strip club visits, and her husband banned from department headquarters over sexual misconduct claims. Michael Kosta digs into the Department of Labor’s new HR training video. Meanwhile, during an unpopular war with Iran and a heated pope fight, Jordan Klepper heads to a TPUSA event in Phoenix to see if the MAGA faithful are still riding with Trump. Noah Wyle joins Michael to talk Season 2 of HBO Max’s The Pitt, exploring mental health through Dr. Robinavitch, balancing tragedy with hope, and reflecting on how today’s audiences compare with the ER era — and how his perspective has changed since his Dr. Carter days."
2026-04-22
"FBI Director Kash Patel’s job might be like his drinks: on the rocks. As oil prices soar and Trump shows no sign of ending the war with Iran or opening the Strait of Hormuz, Michael Kosta gives the president an Earth Day shoutout for showing what happens when you don’t invest in renewable resources. With the 2026 midterms nearing, Ronny Chieng digs into the record number of D-list celebrities and \"influencer\" freaks running for office, including reality TV bad boy Spencer Pratt, former “Teen Mom” star Farrah Abraham, and manosphere anti-semite Dan Bilzerian. Five-time Grand Slam champ, investor, and bestselling author Maria Sharapova joins Michael to talk about her new Vox Media podcast, “Pretty Tough”, bringing that mindset into candid conversations with high-achieving women, making more room for women in podcasting, learning from Grand Slam losses, and her advice to rising players: trust your instincts and “don’t miss”."
2026-04-23
"Michael Kosta dives into America’s naval blockade of Iranian ports as the American Navy frays at home. After Pete Hegseth sacks Navy Secretary John Phelan, Trump swaps the unqualified rich guy for Hung Cao, known for anti-witch remarks and calls for more “alpha males and alpha females” in uniform. Desi Lydic explores Trump’s long-running vendetta against wind turbines, tracing how a 2012 wind farm near his Scottish golf course became, to him, the cause of everything. Then Ben McKenzie discusses his documentary “Everyone Is Lying to You for Money”, arguing crypto isn’t real money and that hype, celebrity ads, and opacity mask risk. He says criminals permeate the industry and calls for regulation and jail time for bad actors."
2026-04-27
"Jon Stewart dives into the chaos at the White House Correspondents' Dinner: a shooter interrupts mentalist Oz Pearlman mid-reveal of Karoline Leavitt's baby name, cabinet members ditch their wives to rush to safety, Wolf Blitzer reports from the scene missing a shoe, and Trump claims none of it would've happened in his larger, more secure East Wing ballroom. Plus, Triumph the Insult Comic Dog recounts dodging bullets while avoiding becoming dinner for RFK Jr. Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Jodi Kantor joins Stewart to discuss The New York Times' Supreme Court coverage and her book, \"How to Start: Discovering Your Life's Work,\" including internal documents, the shadow docket's growth, and her advice to new grads on finding purposeful work."
2026-04-28
"Josh Johnson looks at how the GOP is scrambling to use the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner to hard-sell Trump's $400 million ballroom on the pretense of national security, with American taxpayers footing the bill. Also, Jordan Klepper finds out if other countries have security ideas better than just \"ballroom\". From Peter Doocy to Dr. Oz to Marco Rubio, Triumph the Insult Comic Dog got up close and deeply personal with the D.C. power players and media heavyweights swarming the red carpet at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, aka Black Tie January 6. Actor Gaten Matarazzo talks to Josh about starring in the new comedy, \"Pizza Movie\". They discuss the foods that Matarazzo would go on a wild goose chase for and how he prepared for this \"love letter to stoner movies\". He also describes his return to his theater roots in \"Octet\", an upcoming movie musical directed by Lin-Manuel Miranda."
2026-04-29
"King Charles drops by Congress for open mic night, and Trump tries to out-tyrant His Majesty with yet another indictment of ex–FBI Director James Comey—this time for the “crime” of posting seashells that spell “8647”. Josh Johnson unpacks MAGA world’s feverish accusations, while Grace Kuhlenschmidt spots other treasonous beach messages. Islamophobia is having a moment, with public figures smearing Muslims as pork-fearing fanatics bent on world conquest; Muslim comedian Mo Amer has \"notes\". Then Ali Siddiq joins Josh to talk his NAACP Image Award-winning special, “My Two Sons”, staying in Houston, connecting with incarcerated people, protecting his independence, and leveling up from back rooms to sold-out arenas on his \"Custom Fit\" tour."
2026-04-30
"Josh Johnson dives into Trump's telephonic Iran peace talks, a jab at NASA pick Jared Isaacman s ears, and Republicans insisting racism is over after the Supreme Court guts the Voting Rights Act. Ronny Chieng breaks down why Republicans are celebrating while minorities panic. Jordan Klepper Anal-a-Zones California s pivotal governor race: Eric Swalwell s scandal-plagued exit scrambles the jungle primary, leaving Democrats with a rizzless lineup from Love Actually parodying Tom Steyer to hologram-flexing Matt Mahan. On the right, voters choose between long-talking British expat Steve Hilton and firebrand Sheriff Chad Bianco, all the Village People at once. Legendary Wu-Tang founder Robert Fitzgerald Diggs aka \"RZA\" joins Johnson to discuss his new film, \"One Spoon of Chocolate\", detailing its 2012 origins, his sample-driven creative process, and why confronting uncomfortable racism on screen serves a larger message of equality."
2026-05-04
"As America's situationship with Iran hits the 60-day War Powers Act deadline, Trump brazenly ignores Congress's authority while spouting nonsense about America's depleted weapons inventory, and Jon Stewart marvels at the \"genius\" president's faulty math and cognitive skills. Also, a visit from a real monarch, King Charles, shines a light on the lack of checks and balances from America's absent Congress. Civil rights lawyer and founding director of Howard Law School's 14th Amendment Center for Law & Democracy, Sherrilyn Ifill, sits down with Jon Stewart to discuss the Supreme Court's weakening of the Voting Rights Act. They talk about how the reinstatement for purposeful discrimination overturned the court's own precedent, how the Voting Rights Act protects the voting strength of minorities and their candidates of choice, and the dangerous potential for Trump and Republicans to redistrict using this precedent in an effort to turn seats in the House."
2026-05-05
"Desi Lydic breaks down how airlines are cutting corners to offset rising fuel prices, from trimmed beverage service on Delta to the total wipeout of service on the now-defunct Spirit. And while President Trump bragged about acing a cognitive test by telling an alligator from a squirrel, a rant about rigged elections and nuclear war to an audience of kids suggests he can’t tell minors from adults. Ronny Chieng and Michael Kosta go another round in Sports War: Cherie DeVaux makes history at the Kentucky Derby, Patriots coach Mike Vrabel faces affair rumors involving NFL reporter Dianna Russini, and 76ers vs. Knicks playoff tickets are limited to Philly fans. Then Emmy-winning writer/actor and “Hacks” co-creator Paul W. Downs joins Desi to talk the show’s fifth and final season, the Jimmy-Kayla chemistry, the real-life inspirations for Deborah’s late-night arc (Joan Rivers and more), his AI concerns, and the pressure to land a finale that works for fans and creators."
2026-05-06
"The Iran War might be ended with a Post-it, Marco Rubio's rap-obsessed DJ persona bleeds into his secretary of state work, and Trump's White House ballroom could cost taxpayers $1 billion while toxic East Wing debris could leave nearby golfers with a lung. Also, Desi Lydic and Michael Kosta gauge the creep level of GOP Congressman Chuck Edwards, who harassed staff with unwelcome advances and Adam Sandler puzzles. The U.S. is marking its semiquincentennial with America's Time Capsule, to be sealed for 250 years. Troy Iwata asks patriots what should go inside, and whether America will still exist. Marla Mindelle of \"Titan que\" tells Desi Lydic how a drunken LA idea became a Broadway hit with four Tony noms, fueled by improv and topical jokes, and how she slips into Celine Dion nightly."
2026-05-07
"Desi Lydic tackles the latest headlines: A judge releases Jeffrey Epstein's purported suicide note; Republicans pledge midterm loyalty to Trump and his 80-year-old fighting skills; and for Mother’s Day, Trump gifts moms an autocorrect rant. Also, Troy Iwata, Jordan Klepper, and Michael Kosta face off over who could take Trump in a fight. Josh Johnson digs into a viral JPMorgan sexual-harassment lawsuit, where a male employee accused a female colleague of coercing him into a “sex slave arrangement”, setting off a frenzy of sexist memes and sensational coverage before the claims reportedly fell apart under scrutiny. Award-winning actor Adam Scott joins Desi to talk horror-comedy in his new film, Hokum, plus how Step Brothers shaped his comedy path, his dramatic turns in Big Little Lies and Severance, and playing an arsehole after being typecast as the likable guy."
2026-05-11
"Jon Stewart dives into the hantavirus cruise ship panic sweeping the news cycle, the landfill visit that appears to have sparked the spread, whether we're getting a pandemic sequel, and the media's eagerness to sensationalize the virus while health experts urge calm. Also, Trump gets his own version of the golden calf, and cruise ships offer free norovirus. Josh Tyrangiel, staff writer at The Atlantic and author of \"AI for Good: How Real People Are Using Artificial Intelligence to Fix Things That Matter\" joins Jon Stewart to discuss why there is a brief but closing window to use public pressure and political will to demand AI that actually works with human beings, and doesn't replace them. Tyrangiel shares how teachers, doctors and caregivers are quietly using AI as a tool to change lives. They also discuss why Fortune 100 CEOs don't want to talk about AI's impact on their workforce and this idea of imagining \"tech without the tech companies\"."
2026-05-12
"Jordan Klepper recaps the White House maternal healthcare/Teen Mom fan event—Dr. Oz diagnosing America as “under-babied,” RFK Jr. reminiscing about the good ol’ days of teenage sperm, and Trump catching up on his REM in one long blink. Meanwhile, over-babied Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy isn’t lowering travel costs—he’s scoring funding for his own road-trip reality show with sketchy sponsorship cash, and Desi Lydic is taking notes. Can a wearable AI “friend” fix the male loneliness epidemic? Ronny Chieng interviews the founders of two rival AI necklace companies about how it works, what people think, and whether their feud can cool down. Actor Paul Dano joins Jordan to discuss his film “The Wizard of the Kremlin,” his role as a Russian media manipulator behind Putin’s rise, and the movie’s take on complicity and today’s political climate—Russia and beyond—plus whether he’ll do comedy again and what it’d be like to play Trump insider RFK Jr."
2026-05-13
"Jordan Klepper covers Trump calling a reporter a \"dumb person\" over questions about his expanding ballroom project and dives into the president's CEO-filled trip to a major summit in China. Back home, MAGA turns on Don Jr. and Eric's Trump Mobile phone company over unfulfilled orders affecting about 600,000 people. Though the Constitution bars Trump from another term, he keeps \"joking\" about a 2028 run. Lenard McKelvey (aka \"Charlamagne Tha God\") examines how Republicans brush off the third-term talk while dodging whether Trump is bound by the 22nd Amendment. Also, Neil deGrasse Tyson joins Jordan to discuss alien etiquette, UFOs, flat-earthers, pop culture's alien mistakes, and his new book, \"Take Me to Your Leader: Perspectives on Your First Alien Encounter\"."
2026-05-14
"Jordan Klepper covers Trump’s media-saturated China visit, from Bret Baier’s bizarre fixation on a Chinese robot’s sausage to Xi forcing Trump to face history, stairs, and tense closed-door talks on Taiwan that reportedly left him rattled. Ronny Chieng helps Josh Johnson sharpen his Asian references. Grace Kuhlenschmidt tackles the latest tech absurdities, from Prego’s dinner-table listening device to Bebop the Robot’s air-travel disaster, delivery bots menacing pedestrians, and robo-Buddhism in South Korea. Filmmaker Boots Riley joins Jordan to discuss his new film, \"I Love Boosters,\" using fashion and shoplifting culture to critique capitalism and argue that art should inspire collective action long after the credits roll."
2026-05-18
"Trump supposedly went to China to get tough on trade, collect rare earth minerals, and maybe solve the Iran War, but instead he spent his trip telling President Xi what a tall, handsome, and strong leader he is. It's graduation season, and Jon Stewart gives the Class of 2026 the ultimate guide on how to nail that big job interviews the Donald Trump way. Financial Times columnist Soumaya Keynes and Chad P. Bown of the Peterson Institute for International Economics sit down with Jon Stewart to discuss their forthcoming book, \"How to Win a Trade War\". They talk about Trump's disregard of the most basic military strategy by starting a trade war on all fronts, how this administration’s-imposed tariffs revealed U.S. trade vulnerabilities, the debate over whether corporations are the soldiers or mercenaries of trade wars, and how wage insurance could transform job security for domestic workers."
2026-05-19
"Trump taps acting attorney general and former personal lawyer Todd Blanche as reports swirl that his $1.8 billion IRS settlement could become a January 6 slush fund. Meanwhile, the president allegedly boosts his own stock buys by praising companies he’s invested in, the White House ballroom gets “complex” architecture and donor attention, and Ronny Chieng uses his law degree to unpack the corruption. Michael Kosta adds more absurd headlines: ube coffee sends purple yam demand soaring, counterfeit perfume is tainted with horse urine, and one aggrieved billionaire claims “tax the rich” is hate speech. Then Brendan Fraser joins Ronny to talk about his new film, Pressure, why the scariest creative risks are often the most rewarding, how he rebuilt his career, and how the movie explores arrogance, bad leadership, and ego under pressure. He also hints at another Mummy movie."
2026-05-20
"Ronny Chieng breaks down the Trump administration’s Iran War strategy, Trump targeting Rep. Thomas Massie over the Epstein files, and Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry’s charm offensive towards Greenland. Jordan Klepper weighs in on Raúl Castro’s indictment and America’s obsession with gerontocracy. Gen Z’s “maxxing” trend has spiraled, from \"looksmaxxers\" promoting extreme tactics to \"nothing-maxxers\" perfecting the art of doing absolutely nothing, leaving Lewis Black asking: What the fuck is happening?! Then Grammy-nominated artist, actor, and writer Jonnie Park, aka \"Dumbfoundead\", joins Ronny to discuss his memoir, \"SPIT: A Life in Battles\", from his start in L.A. battle rap at 14 to acting, writing for \"Beef\", and navigating family, immigration, and career battles."
2026-05-21
"Trump's $1.8 billion slush fund for his allies is here, and the line is already forming: the Proud Boys, the MyPillow guy, George Santos, even the lectern guy. The DOJ says the price tag fits, and Ronny Chieng does the math on what eligible Americans would get. He also breaks down Trump's Coast Guard Academy speech, where the president seemed fixated on hot, muscular men and hinted he may be too busy for Don Jr.'s wedding. Then it's a celebration of the one truly unifying moment in American history: the 1992 Olympic Basketball Dream Team. Boom-shaka-laka. Also, Alfred Matthew \"Weird Al\" Yankovic joins Ronny ahead of his \"Bigger and Weirder 2026\" tour to reflect on his accordion origins, parody process, permission-first philosophy, and lifelong mission to make polka sexy again."
2026-06-01
"Trump says a peace deal with Iran is imminent, but he’s been making that claim for months. Jon Stewart examines Trump’s shaky record as a negotiator, despite his self-proclaimed status as the best in the world and argues that his \"Art of the Deal\" is really just the art of trolling. Plus, the Freedom 250 concert continues to unravel as more headliners drop out, and former TDS News Team correspondent Olivia Munn stops by with a heartfelt tribute that was definitely not intended for Stephen Colbert. Jason Bateman also joins Jon to talk about his new projects, Netflix’s Black Rabbit and HBO’s DTF St. Louis, sharing how the latter found its unique voice and reflecting with Jon on aging, fatherhood, and the loneliness of kids leaving for college."
2026-06-02
"Michael Kosta covers Trump’s impressive losing streak: his name is being removed from the Kennedy Center, headliners are dropping out of his America 250 concert, Congress is blocking his slush fund, and he still hasn’t delivered on a peace deal with Iran. Plus, Ivanka and Jared buy a private Mediterranean island for about $1.5 billion. Desi Lydic examines two scandal-hit midterm contenders: Maine Democrat Graham Platner faces criticism for sexting other women while married, and Colorado MAGA candidate Victor Marx is under scrutiny for dubious claims about calling in an airstrike against ISIS as a civilian, performing exorcisms by phone, and possibly killing people. Dr. Thomas Mather, aka The TickGuy, joins Michael to share how to stay safe from ticks outdoors year-round."
2026-06-03
"Michael Kosta covers the California and New Jersey primaries: Spencer Pratt’s L.A. mayoral campaign gets the reality-TV treatment, California hints at its first Latino governor since 1875, and New Jersey candidate Tom Kean remains conspicuously absent. Trump pitches putting his UFC ring on the White House lawn, while Ronny Chieng argues Kean’s disappearing act may be exactly what voters want. In NYC, Mayor Zohran Mamdani unveils his boldest idea yet: repealing bedtime during the Knicks’ Finals. Grace Kuhlenschmidt asks kids what they think, with responses ranging from “awesome” to “Let’s go Knicks!” Plus, Chase Infiniti joins Michael to talk about starring as Agnes in Hulu’s The Testaments, honoring Margaret Atwood’s world, the power of community, her love for Chicago, and lessons from the leadership on One Battle After Another."
2026-06-04
"Michael Kosta skewers the Trump administration’s dubious new hires, from a Pentagon employee tied to January 6 to intelligence chief Bill Pulte, who has no intelligence background. He also covers Knicks fans going full \"zombie\" after a Game 1 win and Trump’s bizarre plans for America’s 250th birthday, including his face on a $250 banknote. Jordan Klepper reports from a New Orleans celebration, asking pointed questions about Trump, January 6 pardons, and the nation’s future. Then Beth Stern joins Kosta to discuss her children’s book, Coco and Stephen, Together Forever, inspired by her rescue animals, while sharing her advocacy for pet adoption and responsible ownership. Kosta’s rescue dog Walter also pops in."
2026-06-08
"Elmo goes viral for staying neutral on a Knicks-Spurs Finals, Trump storms out of his Meet the Press interview with Kristen Welker, and Jon Stewart questions why the media keeps letting Trump’s lashing out, rain-dodging, and question-avoiding slide. “I’m my dad’s daughter.” Jane Fonda joins Stewart to reflect on following her father’s path in acting and activism. Now part of the revived Committee for the First Amendment, she discusses their June 14 NYC event, Rise Up, Sing Out, and its 5,000-plus livestream parties nationwide. They also explore music’s role in resistance and what it takes to organize real change: becoming “living ambassadors to an irresistible future” where everyone is seen, respected, and cared for by their government."
2026-06-09
"The New York Knicks took an L in Game 3 of the NBA Finals while Trump took a nap — and he’s turning a blind eye to another loss: Spencer Pratt in the Los Angeles mayoral race. As Pratt’s numbers lag and the ballot count drags on, Trump cries “rigged election,” but Troy Iwata reminds everyone this is just how L.A. counts votes, so chill. Meanwhile, Mark Zuckerberg’s gone from boy-genius coder to Metaverse king to Trump-world bestie. Follow his transformation from dorm-room entrepreneur to sci-fi overlord in The Daily Showography of Mark Zuckerberg: Human Status Update. Then award-winning actress and LGBTQ+ advocate Laverne Cox joins Desi to discuss her memoir Transcendent, childhood trauma, the healing power of creativity, and the coordinated attacks on trans rights unfolding in real time."
2026-06-10
"Melania ushers in the age of AI while sounding like a robot, tensions flare in Iran as the U.S. and Tehran trade blows, and Desi Lydic wonders when Trump will stop fussing with UFC coins and end the war. Jordan Klepper hops on the Trump coin train to fix inflation, stop wars, and celebrate America’s 250th. Troy Iwata escapes U.S. chaos by roasting other countries’ problems, from Mexico City’s sinking to France’s drunken deer and Hong Kong’s claw machine craze, in another round of \"So Not Our Problem!\" Actor-producer Nina Dobrev joins Desi to discuss starring in the thriller \"The Get Out,\" playing an unhinged bank teller, awkward scenes with friend Aaron Paul, and her films and mission to tell stories for women, by women."
2026-06-11
"Desi Lydic celebrates the New York Knicks’ historic Game 4 comeback while Trump gears up for an over-the-top 80th birthday with an algae-filled reflecting pool, a UFC fight on the White House lawn, and a team of specialists. He also touts an Iran deal that hasn’t happened and a not-so-secret plan to swipe a day’s worth of oil. In a new edition of \"Sports War\", Michael Kosta and Ronny Chieng break down the Knicks’ biggest moments and debate how to honor OG Anunoby’s game winner. Tennis legends Chris Evert and Martina Navratilova join Desi to discuss their Netflix documentary, reflecting on fame, sacrifice, rivalry, friendship, cancer, exile, and depression—plus a cameo from superfan Michael Kosta."
2026-06-15
"Trump signs a deal with Iran that lands him back at square one, Fox News uses New York's city-wide Knicks celebrations as an excuse to smear Mayor Mamdani, and Jon Stewart dives into what Republicans stand to gain by pitting the Knicks' NBA championship against Trump's UFC fight at the White House. U.S. Senator and senior pastor of the historic Ebenezer Baptist Church, Raphael Warnock, sits down with Jon Stewart to discuss his book, \"The Crooked Places Made Straight: Reflections on the Moral Meaning of America\". They talk about Ebenezer's long legacy of faith and justice, why he continues to return to the pulpit most Sundays, his \"candid conversation\" about faith with House Speaker Mike Johnson, and how the acid test of faith authenticity is the depth of commitment to the most marginalized groups."
2026-06-16
"The president arrived at the G7 summit seemingly more interested in gifts and flaunting his final-final Iran peace deal than the actual signing ceremony, which he planned to skip for a dinner at his personal Versailles fantasy. Meanwhile, Trump’s $14 million Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool fix is reflecting back an algae-green swamp, with MAGA faithful crying sabotage. And former federal workers axed in Elon Musk’s DOGE-fueled purge are now running for Congress, prompting Desi Lydic to ask why anyone would return to the government that publicly humiliated them. Britt Lower also joins Jordan Klepper to talk about her Netflix series, \"I Will Find You\", her chemistry with Sam Worthington, and how improv shaped her approach to acting."
2026-06-17
"Jordan Klepper dives into how JD Vance's book tour exposes his lack of rizz, Scottish World Cup fans drink Boston bone dry, and Trump blames his pitiful Iran deal on… Obama? Plus, Ronny Chieng encourages people to keep their complaints about the Iran agreement to themselves to avoid Trump restarting the war. As Trump hits 80 and America counts down to the big 250, the president organized a patriotic event worthy of any 10-year-old: a badass UFC fight at the White House, complete with dirt bikes! Jordan went to Washington D.C. to take in the \"hillbilly elegyness\" of it all, and to chat with attendees who were stoked to witness the American Dream of two sweaty guys fighting on the White House lawn. Writer, director and actor John Early talks to Jordan about 80s TV movies, food influencers, and his new film, \"Maddie's Secret\"."
2026-06-18
"Jordan Klepper breaks down Trump’s new \"peace deal\" that leaves Iran $400 billion richer, his reversal on Iranian missiles, and conservatives criticizing the war’s lack of results. The conflict suggests America can’t simply impose its will everywhere, though Josh Johnson still thinks he can strongarm Iran into a better deal. In New York, Triumph the Insult Comic Dog joins Knicks fans at a historic ticker-tape parade, chatting with everyone from cops and bagpipers to babies — and even Jon Stewart. Johnny Knoxville, creator and star of “Jackass” and co-host of “jackass the podcast”, sits with Jordan to discuss “Jackass: Best and Last”, the stunt that launched his career, prank boundaries, male loneliness, and what Klepper should expect from his first colonoscopy."
2026-06-22
"Jon Stewart examines Trump’s knack for breaking what wasn’t broken, from giving a crony $1.7 million in taxpayer money to clean the D.C. reflecting pool—only for it to turn from “American Flag Blue” to Mountain Dew green—to launching an aggressive war on Iran meant to re-obliterate its nuclear program, then landing on a gentle-parenting-style deal that lets Iran keep its nukes and a few hundred billion dollars. New York Times reporters Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan, authors of “Regime Change: Inside the Imperial Presidency of Donald Trump,” join Stewart to discuss revelations about the administration, including Trump being absent when his team discussed the Epstein files, the motives behind the tariff rollout and Iran war, and how he controls the terms when reporters reach him by cell phone. They also compare his first term to his second, describing the latter as a story of hubris, gut instinct, and a cabinet’s belief that he is someone of destiny."
2026-06-23
"Josh Johnson dives into the Scottish takeover of Miami for the World Cup, D.C.’s bright green reflecting pool, Trump’s security push to catch possible pool “vandals,” and whether the whole soggy mess is karma for trashing Obama’s old pool fix. Conservative media can’t stop talking about it, while Michael Kosta can’t stop dreaming about drinking it. Summer is here, and Lewis Black kicks it off with a look at some of the dumbest and most dangerous fitness trends: sword yoga, neck hanging, and pistols and Pilates. Tony, Emmy, and Golden Globe-nominated actor Lou Diamond Phillips joins Josh to discuss his new film “Gangland,” what keeps drawing him to westerns, how the movie centers Indigenous stories and talent, what still excites him about acting, and why young artists should avoid building careers on a “foundation of sand.”"
2026-06-24
"Josh Johnson dives into World Cup visitors’ ranch-dressing fixation, Zohran Mamdani’s new “kingmaker” glow after his endorsements swept the NY primaries, and Trump turning a congratulatory tweet to Mamdani into a victory lap for MAGA rapper Anthony Constantino and indicted fraudster Ken Paxton. In an age of oligarchs squeezing workers, billionaire John Paulson once posed as an enemy of offshoring—but his Conn Selmer brass plant now appears headed for China. Troy Iwata talks with union leader and employee Robert Hines about fighting the sad trombone of unemployment. Plus, comedian, rapper, and actor Jay Pharoah joins Josh to discuss his album “The Odyssey,” hosting “The Quiz with Balls,” and impersonating Trump, Obama, Clinton, Patrick Mahomes, and even Josh himself."
2026-07-07
"Ronny Chieng covers America’s 250th birthday festivities, from Trump listing American inventions to a skydiver crashing in to “God Bless the U.S.A.”. He also dives into Trump’s FIFA World Cup meddling, where the president challenged a red card against America, accidentally defended birthright citizenship, and got mocked by Belgian players doing his infamous “YMCA” dance. Grace Kuhlenschmidt plugs into the biggest tech headlines: a flamethrower-equipped robotic dog, a self-scooting robo toilet, a delivery app that delivers only dopamine, and AI “actor” Tilly Norwood landing a feature role. Author Ann M. Martin joins Baby-sitters Club superfan Ronny to celebrate the series’ 40th anniversary and her new Fan Edition: Baby-Sitter Summer. Ronny recalls his sister reading him the books, asks long-awaited questions, and talks with Martin about getting kids to read and the Baby-sitters Club musical in development with music by Mark Sonnenblick."
2026-07-08
"Ronny Chieng dives into Trump’s NATO summit “love-fest,” where he picked fights with Spain and Denmark, turned Japan into an Islamic Republic, and lamented his on-again, off-again ceasefire with Iran. Sen. Mitch McConnell’s three-week absence has people wondering if he’s even alive, but CNN’s Scott Jennings insists he chatted with him for a suspiciously specific 17 minutes. Michael Kosta heads to the hospital where McConnell is staying to get the truth and help Ronny defend the perfectly not-dead senator. Cincinnati Mayor Aftab Pureval also joins Ronny to discuss how mayors drive local change, what it means to lead as a mayor of color in a Democratic city in a red state, the balance between quick fixes and long-term solutions, the no-nonsense realities of local politics, and why he’s frustrated with the Democratic establishment’s need for new leadership."
2026-07-09
"Ronny Chieng covers Trump sending his pre-owned, Qatar-gifted Air Force One to the shop over security concerns, while Graham Platner exits the Maine Senate race in disgrace but still wants a say in who replaces him — and no, it won’t be Patrick Dempsey. As Democrats hunt for another bro-ified Maine candidate, Desi Lydic tosses her trucker hat in the ring. Jordan Klepper breaks down how AI is already disrupting the midterms, from smearing opponents and casting candidates as superheroes to some classic pandering via fake diverse friend groups. Plus, comedian and actor Aaron Chen joins Ronny to discuss his new Apple TV comedy film, \"The Dink,\" their early days in Australian comedy, the rise of sports comedies with Jake Johnson, Ben Stiller, and Mary Steenburgen, and teaching tennis champ Andy Roddick the basics of acting for his film debut."
2026-07-13
"Senator Lindsey Graham's sudden death prompts Jon Stewart to dive into the gerontocracy problem in Washington, D.C., Trump's backhanded tribute to his deceased \"friend,\" the bucket list that Graham never got to complete, and how Mitch McConnell somehow managed to outlive his colleague from South Carolina. \"People want to go on this journey with us, let's give them a reason to believe.\" Oscar-winning director, writer, and producer Christopher Nolan sits down with Jon Stewart to discuss his new film, \"The Odyssey.\" They talk about \"Oppenheimer\" paving the way for \"The Odyssey\" to be made, Nolan's process of constructing movies through diagrams and structures, his embrace of the fantastical while showing respect to the film's source material, and finishing ahead of schedule despite filming with an IMAX camera in three-minute increments."
2026-07-14
"Michael Kosta covers Trump’s packed schedule: hosting an IndyCar event, offering a dubious medical explanation for Lindsey Graham’s “blow up,” and reviving Iran tensions over Strait of Hormuz tolls. Graham’s successor is confirmed—and despite being his sister, she may be America’s most qualified senator. The Daily Show also counts down the biggest moments in America’s 250-year history, from the Declaration of Independence and World War II to Lenny Kravitz’s wardrobe malfunction. Financial literacy expert Beth Kobliner joins Michael to discuss the 5th edition of her bestseller, \"Get a Financial Life\", why more schools should teach personal finance, and how basics like high-yield savings, investing, credit scores, debt, and retirement accounts are easier to understand than banks make them seem. Plus, Kosta fields “broke Daily Show staff” questions on bank robbery as retirement planning and whether Gen Z will ever own a home."
2026-07-15
"A cyclospora outbreak sweeps the nation and trends on TikTok, Taco Bell prematurely signals responsibility, America's original Iran War budget nearly triples, and Michael Kosta connects endless war funding to the country's outbreak of endless diarrhea. The Supreme Court reaffirmed birthright citizenship in a 6-3 ruling, but John Leguizamo asks: How was this not unanimous? In another In My Opinion, he breaks down the right-wing freakout, from xenophobic fantasies about pregnant foreigners invading the U.S. to familiar election conspiracy theories. Michael also sits down with comedy legend and Emmy-nominated actor Molly Shannon to discuss her new Netflix series, \"The Hawk,\" her bond with Will Ferrell, how a traumatic childhood crash shaped her fearless physical comedy, her odd jobs before Saturday Night Live, and the advice she has for young people."
2026-07-16
"Michael Kosta breaks down the latest D.C. headlines: Trump's teleprompter operator allegedly made $100K betting on the president's speeches, Pete Hegseth rolls out testosterone tests for America's warriors, and JD Vance redefines \"helicopter parent.\" Plus, the VP seems oddly fascinated by the way Joe Biden eats ice cream. In Sports War, Desi Lydic and Kosta clash over FIFA Men's World Cup stories, from Spain's Lamine Yamal facing an Argentina player who once bathed him to a Norway fan refusing to row along and Senegal's team doctor turning out to be a gynecologist. Actor and producer Jake Johnson joins Kosta to discuss his new Apple TV comedy film, \"The Dink,\" including tennis's obsession with legs, his improv roots, the absurd advice on his podcast \"We're Here to Help,\" and raising daughters who, sadly, root for the Dodgers."
2026-07-20
"Jon Stewart digs into Trump (and his doppelganger) photobombing Spain at the FIFA final, a primetime presidential speech that revisited 2020 election conspiracies, and how the administration’s non-DEI “meritocracy” is holding up amid T-tests, measles outbreaks, a botched 250th celebration, and an algae-filled reflecting pool. Former Wisconsin Democratic Party chair Ben Wikler joins Stewart to discuss his new book, \"This Is The Plan: How to End America's Meltdown and Save Democracy.\" Together, they trace how Democrats helped flip Wisconsin from a gerrymandered Republican stronghold into a state with a Democratic governor, a pro-democracy state Supreme Court, and fairer legislative maps, while unpacking the strategy behind that turnaround, beating Elon Musk’s record spending in a Supreme Court race, letting voters decide the gubernatorial primary, and rebuilding Democratic power nationally."
2026-07-21
"Desi Lydic breaks down Trump's latest election fraud claims, his push for the SAVE Act, and the GOP's oddly enthusiastic endorsement of Olive Garden as the world's most secure dining spot. She also looks at Canada's wildfires and Trump's belief that new tariffs can somehow solve this HOT-button issue. Josh Johnson explores the internet theory that America's conflict with Iran is really about an ancient underground stargate, talking with spiritual energy expert Marie Major before checking in with Iran expert and former Obama official Richard Nephew. Desi also sits down with soccer legend, activist, and entrepreneur Megan Rapinoe to discuss her new podcast, “Why Are You Like This?”, the World Cup red card scandal, fandom after retirement, equal pay and LGBT rights, the brand deal her activism cost her, and reclaiming the phrase “soccer mom.”"
2026-07-22
"Desi Lydic celebrates The Daily Show’s milestone 30th birthday as conservative media spins the Iran War reaching five months, with Newsmax’s Greg Kelly doing his best to downplay 144 days. Plus, RFK Jr. sets records for measles and diarrhea lettuce while Trump congratulates himself for hitting number one on TikTok — or, as he calls it, “Tic Tac.” Desi looks back at 30 years of unforgettable Daily Show moments, from Bill Clinton’s impeachment to COVID to Jon Stewart’s beloved New York Knicks. Oscar-nominated actor Elliot Page joins Desi to discuss starring in Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey, reflecting on Nolan’s devotion to storytelling, extreme-weather filming, and the cast and crew behind a theatrical epic."
2026-07-23
"Desi Lydic breaks down Trump's underwhelming Georgia rally, where he pitched affordability plans, claimed Democrats invented the term, and declared communism worse for America than 9/11. Plus, Don Jr. cashes in on daddy's presidency while insisting he's not the internet's favorite alleged \"cokehead,\" and Ronny Chieng assures everyone the two have never done a line together. In My Opinion, Leslie Jones dismantles conservative media's claim that racism is nonexistent in 2026 America, taking aim at the \"Black friends\" defense and reflecting on what the death of Mississippi teen Nolan Wells reveals about the myth of a post-racist country. Catch Leslie Jones on HGTV's \"Roast My Rental.\" Actor Karolina Wydra tells Desi Lydic the wild story behind landing her Emmy-nominated role in Apple TV's hit show, \"Pluribus,\" and returning to acting. Wydra also shares how meditation and dream work helped her play Zosia, a hive-mind character with no ego and no fear."
2026-07-27
"Jon Stewart breaks down the rescheduled White House Correspondents’ Dinner, after the original event was derailed by an attempted shooting. Trump’s defiant return to the stage featured timely 2016 references, wordy roasts that missed the mark, and trailing explanations of jokes that bombed. Jon gives the speech a Comedy 101 critique and wonders which correspondents’ dinner ended more unceremoniously. He also sits down with CNN’s award-winning chief White House correspondent and “The Source” anchor Kaitlan Collins to discuss the dinner, how she handles insults from the president, how the press corps has changed over 10 years of covering Trump, reporters’ frustration with his refusal to answer questions, and the value of follow-ups. Plus, Jon prepares a little roleplay to encourage Collins to give Trump a taste of his own medicine."
2026-07-28
"Jordan Klepper dives into Trump being called a pedophile protector again while speaking at a General Motors facility in Michigan, the president’s pronunciation of Mexico as “Meheho,” new tariffs on Canada that complicated the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge, and how the Trump administration accidentally helped reimagine cocaine trafficking. Plus, Klepper visits a naked protest to see if Antifa is dressed up as an inflatable frog. In Back in Black, Lewis Black examines everyday surveillance, from creeps secretly photographing women and kids using location-tracking apps to “fambush” their parents to Kylie Jenner selling fashion-forward AI glasses. Bestselling author, comedian, and Emmy-winning actor Jeff Hiller joins Klepper to discuss his Outstanding Guest Actor nomination for Apple TV’s “Pluribus,” his roles across two Apple TV hits, improv in “Widow’s Bay,” and playing a human ChatGPT."
2026-07-29
"Jordan Klepper dives into the latest headlines: the DNC gets scammed out of $29K, Trump shades Lindsey Graham at his own funeral, Sean Hannity uses the senator's eulogy to gush about the ratings he delivered for Fox News, and America's war with Iran is back on. Plus, Troy Iwata comes to us live from Lindsey Graham's heaven, which looks suspiciously like Mar-a-Lago. Satanic doo-wop band Twin Temple chats with Jordan Klepper about their upcoming new album, \"Doomed Lovers.\" The duo talks about working with Shooter Jennings, recording analog with a 37-piece orchestra, making national news for getting kicked off a tour for their Satanic imagery, and explains why they call their sound \"Satanic doo-wop.\" Satanic doo-wop duo Twin Temple performs \"Haunt Me\" from their new album, \"Doomed Lovers.\""
2026-07-30
"Dr. Anthony Fauci testified before the Senate in the GOP’s hyperpartisan investigation into his alleged mishandling of Covid, despite Trump once saying he had “a lot of respect for Dr. Fauci”. Jordan Klepper breaks down the hearing’s biggest moments, from Fauci repeatedly invoking the Fifth Amendment to Senator Josh Hawley citing diary entries and an Instagram commenter bringing the eggplant emoji into the discourse. For America’s 250th birthday, Michael Kosta asked New Yorkers who the greatest American of all time is - and naturally, they got it wrong. The answer? John Motherfucking Stamos. Luckily, Stamos was there to help a starstruck Kosta set the record straight. Also, award-winning journalist Theo Baker joins Klepper to discuss his Stanford research misconduct investigation, President Marc Tessier-Lavigne’s 2023 resignation, Silicon Valley’s grip on campus, and how Baker got powerful sources to open up to a teenager. (Last episode before the summer break)."
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