The Daily Show (1996)
The World's Fakest News Team tackle the biggest stories in news, politics and pop culture.
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Episode 1 - February 12, 2024 - Zanny Minton Beddoes
Release Date: 2024-02-12Jon Stewart looks at President Biden and Donald Trump's advanced ages, the news team visits a true American diner, and The Economist's Zanny Minton Beddoes examines national conservatism.
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Episode 2 - February 13, 2024 - Killer Mike
Release Date: 2024-02-13Jordan Klepper talks to rally goers for political underdog Nikki Haley and "one-day dictator" Donald Trump, Desi Lydic outlines Republican fears, and Killer Mike promotes his album "Michael."
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Episode 3 - February 14, 2024 - Joshua Green & Lashana Lynch
Release Date: 2024-02-14Jordan Klepper covers a not-so-special House election on Long Island, NY, journalist Joshua Green discusses his book "The Rebels," and actor Lashana Lynch talks about "Bob Marley: One Love."
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Episode 4 - February 15, 2024 - Cord Jefferson
Release Date: 2024-02-15Jordan Klepper covers a sex scandal in the Fulton County, GA, D.A.'s office, Grace Kuhlenschmidt swoons over adulterous presidents, and director Cord Jefferson discusses "American Fiction."
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Episode 5 - February 19, 2024 - Melissa Murray and Kate Shaw
Release Date: 2024-02-19Jon Stewart breaks down Tucker Carlson's deferential interview with Vladimir Putin, and "Strict Scrutiny" podcast hosts Melissa Murray and Kate Shaw explore the dangers of authoritarianism.
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Episode 6 - February 20, 2024 - Danai Gurira
Release Date: 2024-02-20Desi Lydic and Josh Johnson evaluate Donald Trump's sneaker line, Ronny Chieng takes advantage of Alabama's new embryo law, and Danai Gurira previews "The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live."
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Episode 7 - February 21, 2024 - Maite Alberdi
Release Date: 2024-02-21Desi Lydic covers the not-so-credible FBI informant working against President Biden, Michael Kosta visits "climate refuge" Duluth, MN, and director Maite Alberdi talks "The Eternal Memory."
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Episode 8 - February 22, 2024 - Jason Isbell
Release Date: 2024-02-22Desi Lydic analyzes Nikki Haley's so-called moderate views, Troy Iwata celebrates a day without smartphones, and Jason Isbell performs "Cast Iron Skillet" from his album "Weathervanes."
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Episode 9 - February 26, 2024 - Murtaza Hussain and Yair Rosenberg
Release Date: 2024-02-26Jon Stewart analyzes Israel-Palestine peace plans and the long-term impact of U.S. foreign policy with journalists Murtaza Hussain and Yair Rosenberg, and Jon bids farewell to a friend.
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Episode 10 - February 27, 2024 - Kwame Alexander
Release Date: 2024-02-27Ronny Chieng tells guest host Michael Kosta his plan to defeat Wendy's surge pricing, The Daily Show profiles 2024 candidate RFK Jr., and writer Kwame Alexander talks "This Is the Honey."
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Episode 11 - February 28, 2024 - Sloane Crosley
Release Date: 2024-02-28Michigan natives Michael Kosta and Jordan Klepper debate their state's primary, "Dr." Troy Iwata rates politicians' mental fitness, and writer Sloane Crosley discusses "Grief Is for People."
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Episode 12 - February 29, 2024 - Rex Chapman
Release Date: 2024-02-29Michael Kosta and Desi Lydic lament the Supreme Court's delay of Donald Trump's immunity case, Dulcé Sloan celebrates Black women, and Rex Chapman talks "It's Hard for Me to Live with Me."
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Episode 13 - March 4, 2024 - Jonathan Blitzer
Release Date: 2024-03-04Jon Stewart explores the highly partisan migrant crisis and New York's less-than-welcoming response to the issue, and writer Jonathan Blitzer discusses "Everyone Who Is Gone Is Here."
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Episode 14 - March 5, 2024 - Yuval Noah Harari
Release Date: 2024-03-05Guest host Ronny Chieng explores "shrinkflation," Jordan Klepper meets indecisive Nikki Haley fans, and Yuval Noah Harari talks about "Unstoppable Us, Volume 2: Why the World Isn't Fair."
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Episode 15 - March 6, 2024 - Chelsea Peretti
Release Date: 2024-03-06Guest host Ronny Chieng covers Super Tuesday's predictable results, Grace Kuhlenschmidt enjoys beautiful American Samoa, and Chelsea Peretti chats about "First Time Female Director."
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Episode 16 - March 7, 2024 - Awkwafina
Release Date: 2024-03-07Ronny Chieng looks at new airport and subway security measures, Michael Kosta talks to Eagle Pass, TX, residents about the recent "invasion," and Awkwafina discusses "Kung Fu Panda 4."
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Episode 17 - March 11, 2024 - Steven Levitsky
Release Date: 2024-03-11Jon Stewart covers the 2024 State of the Union address and breaks down the GOP's warped relationship with the Constitution, and writer Steven Levitsky discusses "Tyranny of the Minority."
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Episode 18 - March 12, 2024 - Jane Marie
Release Date: 2024-03-12Desi Lydic, Michael Kosta and Grace Kuhlenschmidt dig into a Kate Middleton mystery, and author Jane Marie discusses "Selling the Dream: The Billion-Dollar Industry Bankrupting Americans."
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Episode 19 - March 13, 2024 - David Alan Grier
Release Date: 2024-03-13Desi Lydic and Michael Kosta explore the potential TikTok ban, Lewis Black complains about AI's human biases, and David Alan Grier talks about "The American Society of Magical Negroes."
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Episode 20 - March 14, 2024 - Renée Elise Goldsberry
Release Date: 2024-03-14The news team explores the dubious democracy of Russia's 2024 presidential election, Miami breaks up with spring breakers, and actor Renée Elise Goldsberry chats about her show "Girls5eva."
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Episode 21 - March 25, 2024 - Gary Clark Jr.
Release Date: 2024-03-25Jon Stewart loses patience with the double standards at work in Donald Trump's "victimless" financial fraud case, and Gary Clark Jr. performs "Habits" from his album "JPEG RAW."
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Episode 22 - March 26, 2024 - Jim Sciutto
Release Date: 2024-03-26Jordan Klepper and Josh Johnson debate Florida's age limits for social media, the GOP grapples with "What Women Voters Want," and author Jim Sciutto discusses "The Return of Great Powers."
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Episode 23 - March 27, 2024 - Byron Tau
Release Date: 2024-03-27Jordan Klepper explores shifting attitudes toward the January 6 insurrectionists, Michael Kosta attends RFK Jr.'s running mate announcement, and Byron Tau discusses "Means of Control."
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Episode 24 - March 28, 2024 - Huey Lewis
Release Date: 2024-03-28Jordan Klepper and Grace Kuhlenschmidt react to NYC's congestion pricing, Leslie Jones rages against election polls, and Huey Lewis talks "The Heart of Rock and Roll" jukebox musical.
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Episode 25 - April 1, 2024 - Lina Khan
Release Date: 2024-04-01Jon Stewart analyzes the bait-and-switch promises of artificial intelligence, and Federal Trade Commission chair Lina Khan discusses monopolies, antitrust laws and corporate collusion.
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Episode 26 - April 2, 2024 - Colin Allred
Release Date: 2024-04-02Desi Lydic celebrates the skyrocketing popularity of women's basketball, Michael Kosta meets an NYC "ghost plates" buster, and 2024 Senate hopeful Colin Allred lays out his plans for Texas.
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Episode 27 - April 3, 2024 - Alison Brie
Release Date: 2024-04-03Desi Lydic explores conservatives' outrage over a harmless calendar coincidence, Charlamagne Tha God breaks down the flaws of DEI, and Alison Brie chats about her series "Apples Never Fall."
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Episode 28 - April 4, 2024 - Sebastian Junger and Ken Harbaugh
Release Date: 2024-04-04Desi Lydic explains Nebraska's crucial role in the 2024 election, Jordan Klepper and Ronny Chieng brace for the eclipse, and Sebastian Junger and Ken Harbaugh discuss "Against All Enemies."
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Episode 29 - April 8, 2024 - Christiane Amanpour
Release Date: 2024-04-08Jon Stewart looks at eclipse conspiracy theories and the U.S.'s delicate treatment of Israel, and Christiane Amanpour outlines the need for strong political leadership in the Middle East.
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Episode 30 - April 9, 2024 - Alex Garland
Release Date: 2024-04-09Michael Kosta explores Arizona's Civil War-era abortion ban and Donald Trump's ever-changing views on reproductive rights, and director Alex Garland discusses "Civil War."
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Episode 31 - April 10, 2024 - Vampire Weekend
Release Date: 2024-04-10Michael Kosta and Troy Iwata try to pinpoint the ideal youthful candidate for a Supreme Court spot, and Vampire Weekend performs "Mary Boone" from their album "Only God Was Above Us."
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Episode 32 - April 11, 2024 - Hanif Abdurraqib
Release Date: 2024-04-11Michael Kosta and Jordan Klepper offer their bro-iest takes on abortion, a new service saves politicians from embarrassing falls, and Hanif Abdurraqib discusses "There's Always This Year."
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Episode 33 - April 15, 2024 - David E. Sanger
Release Date: 2024-04-15Jon Stewart is baffled by the current "teams" in the Middle East, the news team debates which historical martyr Donald Trump resembles most, and author David E. Sanger talks "New Cold Wars."
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Episode 34 - April 16, 2024 - Mayan Lopez
Release Date: 2024-04-16Dulcé Sloan and Jordan Klepper check in on jury selection at Donald Trump's trial, John Leguizamo breaks down the importance of Latino voters, and Mayan Lopez chats about "Lopez vs. Lopez."
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Episode 35 - April 17, 2024 - Orlando Bloom
Release Date: 2024-04-17Josh Johnson tries to land a spot on Donald Trump's jury, Dulcé Sloan visits a Black-owned wine tour in Georgia, and Orlando Bloom discusses his docuseries "Orlando Bloom: To the Edge."
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Episode 36 - April 18, 2024 - Brittney Spencer
Release Date: 2024-04-18Dulcé Sloan covers Speaker Mike Johnson's clash with fellow Republicans in Congress, Josh Johnson learns the art of tax evasion, and Brittney Spencer discusses her album "My Stupid Life."
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Episode 37 - April 22, 2024 - Salman Rushdie
Release Date: 2024-04-22Jon Stewart and a very special guest debate the media's sensationalist coverage of Donald Trump's mundane trial, and Salman Rushdie discusses "Knife: Meditations After an Attempted Murder."
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Episode 38 - April 23, 2024 - Stephanie Kelton
Release Date: 2024-04-23Jordan Klepper and Ronny Chieng explore Donald Trump's "torturous" time in court, Joe Biden shares a startling family story, and economist Stephanie Kelton discusses "Finding the Money."
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Episode 39 - April 24, 2024 - Andy Kim
Release Date: 2024-04-24Jordan Klepper and Ronny Chieng break down a Tennessee bill to arm schoolteachers, Michael Kosta explores America's pickleball craze, and New Jersey Rep. Andy Kim discusses his Senate bid.
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Episode 40 - April 25, 2024 - Kyle Chayka
Release Date: 2024-04-25Ronny Chieng and Jordan Klepper explore the dangers of police presence at college protests against the war in Gaza, and Kyle Chayka discusses "Filterworld: How Algorithms Flattened Culture."
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Episode 41 - May 6, 2024 - Jonathan Haidt
Release Date: 2024-05-06Jordan Klepper looks at Governor Kristi Noem's war on dogs, Josh Johnson won't take sides in the Kendrick Lamar-Drake rap beef, and Jonathan Haidt discusses "The Anxious Generation."
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Episode 42 - May 7, 2024 - Lexi Freiman
Release Date: 2024-05-07Jordan Klepper and Troy Iwata suffer through Stormy Daniels's TMI testimony, Desi Lydic discovers a lucrative way to save the planet, and Lexi Freiman talks about "The Book of Ayn."
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Episode 43 - May 8, 2024 - Matt Damon
Release Date: 2024-05-08Jordan Klepper and Desi Lydic analyze RFK Jr.'s startling health revelation, Lewis Black calls out Tesla's dismal profits and truck recall, and Matt Damon discusses "Kiss the Future."
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Episode 44 - May 9, 2024 - John Della Volpe
Release Date: 2024-05-09Jon Stewart calls out fake outrage on the right and confronts his own political shame, and John Della Volpe discusses "Fight: How Gen Z Is Channeling Their Fear and Passion to Save America."
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Episode 45 - May 13, 2024 - Ilana Glazer
Release Date: 2024-05-13Jon Stewart breaks down Senator Bob Menendez's corruption trial and the legal loopholes allowing members of Congress to gain wealth and power, and Ilana Glazer chats about her movie "Babes."
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Episode 46 - May 14, 2024 - Miranda July
Release Date: 2024-05-14Desi Lydic has doubts about OpenAI's flirty new chat system Omni, The Daily Show profiles NYC mayor and "philosopher king" Eric Adams, and Miranda July discusses her novel "All Fours."
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Episode 47 - May 15, 2024 - Amy Ryan
Release Date: 2024-05-15Desi Lydic covers Joe Biden and Donald Trump's unexpected debate plans, Ronny Chieng and Jordan Klepper spar over the latest sports news, and actor Amy Ryan discusses "Doubt" and "Sugar."
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Episode 48 - May 16, 2024 - Helen Rebanks and Nick Offerman
Release Date: 2024-05-16Desi Lydic and Josh Johnson debate the pros and cons of restoring Southern schools' Confederate names, and Helen Rebanks and Nick Offerman discuss her book "The Farmer's Wife."
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Episode 49 - May 20, 2024 - Frank Fahrenkopf
Release Date: 2024-05-20Jon Stewart calls out the right's hypocritical obsession with victimhood and being "canceled" for expressing free speech, and Frank Fahrenkopf explains the evolution of presidential debates.
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Episode 50 - May 21, 2024 - Sebastian Junger
Release Date: 2024-05-21Michael Kosta and Ronny Chieng debate the upsides of bullying nerds, Kamala Harris's unusual speech patterns are finally explained, and Sebastian Junger discusses "In My Time of Dying."
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Episode 51 - May 22, 2024 - JB Smoove
Release Date: 2024-05-22Michael Kosta and Josh Johnson question Donald Trump's wild assassination theories, Troy Iwata meets Joe Biden's sole superfan, and JB Smoove chats about "Curb Your Enthusiasm."
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Episode 52 - May 23, 2024 - John Legend
Release Date: 2024-05-23Michael Kosta and Troy Iwata try to interpret the hidden meanings behind Justice Alito's many flags, and John Legend discusses his podcast documentary series "Afghan Star."
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Episode 53 - June 3, 2024 - Rep. Ken Buck
Release Date: 2024-06-03Jon Stewart loses it over complaints about Donald Trump's guilty verdicts and the value of the court system, and former Rep. Ken Buck debates the precedent set by Trump's trial.
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Episode 54 - June 4, 2024 - Marlon Wayans
Release Date: 2024-06-04Ronny Chieng and Desi Lydic examine North Korea's trashy new strategy, Michael Kosta uncovers a smarty-pants conspiracy, and Marlon Wayans discusses his stand-up special "Good Grief."
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Episode 55 - June 5, 2024 - Joel Kim Booster
Release Date: 2024-06-05Troy Iwata investigates a porn-addicted Amazonian tribe, Ronny Chieng and Jordan Klepper argue about basketball news, and Joel Kim Booster discusses "Outstanding: A Comedy Revolution."
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Episode 56 - June 6, 2024 - George Conway
Release Date: 2024-06-06Ronny Chieng reports on conservative backlash to Pride Month, a new product lets patriots show their passion for the flag, and attorney George Conway discusses Donald Trump's guilty verdict.
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Episode 57 - June 10, 2024 - Monica McNutt
Release Date: 2024-06-10Jon Stewart breaks down rainbow capitalism and corporate America's pandering problem, and basketball analyst Monica McNutt discusses Caitlin Clark's effect on the WNBA.
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Episode 58 - June 11, 2024 - Kevin Bacon
Release Date: 2024-06-11Jordan Klepper reports on Governor Kathy Hochul's reversal on NYC's proposed congestion pricing, Troy Iwata digs into political humiliation, and Kevin Bacon discusses his film "MaXXXine."
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Episode 59 - June 12, 2024 - Jeremy O. Harris
Release Date: 2024-06-12Host Jordan Klepper talks to writer and director Jeremy O. Harris about his upcoming documentary "Slave Play. Not a Movie. A Play."
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Episode 60 - June 13, 2024 - Maya Hawke
Release Date: 2024-06-13Host Jordan Klepper interviews Maya Hawke, actor and musician promoting her movie "Inside Out 2" and her album "Chaos Angel".
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Episode 61 - June 17, 2024 - Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II
Release Date: 2024-06-17Jon Stewart looks at the GOP's contradictory habit of fearmongering about crime rates while opposing gun control laws, and Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II discusses his book "White Poverty."
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Episode 62 - June 18, 2024 - Rosalind Chao
Release Date: 2024-06-18Desi Lydic and Ronny Chieng profile lesser-known GOP candidates with extreme views, Marlon "'Quon" Wayans grills special prosecutor Nathan Wade, and Rosalind Chao discusses "3 Body Problem."
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Episode 63 - June 20, 2024 - Ebon Moss-Bachrach
Release Date: 2024-06-20Ronny Chieng and Desi Lydic look at Kim Jong-un and Vladimir Putin's blossoming BFF-ship, Michael Kosta updates the Ten Commandments, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach chats about "The Bear."
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Episode 64 - June 24, 2024 - Paul W. Downs
Release Date: 2024-06-24Michael Kosta, Desi Lydic and Troy Iwata weigh the value of preparing for political debates (or not), The Daily Show profiles nerd king Jeff Bezos, and Paul W. Downs talks "Hacks."
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Episode 65 - June 25, 2024 - Peter S. Goodman
Release Date: 2024-06-25Host Michael Kosta sits down with NYT global economics Peter S. Goodman to discuss his new book "How the World Ran Out of Everything: Inside the Global Supply Chain".
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Episode 66 - June 26, 2024 - Sharon Lerner
Release Date: 2024-06-26Host Michael Kosta interviews journalist Sharon Lerner about her recent New Yorker/ProPublica article titled "You Make Me Sick".
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Episode 67 - June 27, 2024 - Lori Gottlieb
Release Date: 2024-06-27The Daily Show Presents Indecision 2024: The First Presidential Debate: America Watches Through Its Fingers, with live post-debate coverage hosted by Jon Stewart.
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Episode 68 - July 8, 2024 - A.J. Jacobs
Release Date: 2024-07-08Host Jon Stewart talks with journalist and author A.J. Jacobs about his latest book “The Year of Living Constitutionally”.
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Episode 69 - July 9, 2024 - Aasif Mandvi
Release Date: 2024-07-09Hosts Jordan Klepper and Desi Lydic chat with actor Aasif Mandvi from the Paramount+ series "Evil".
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Episode 70 - July 10, 2024 - Elizabeth Dias and Lisa Lerer
Release Date: 2024-07-10New York Times reporters Elizabeth Dias and Lisa Lerer discuss their new book "The Fall of Roe" with hosts Jordan Klepper and Desi Lydic.
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Episode 71 - July 16, 2024 - Bill O'Reilly
Release Date: 2024-07-16Jon Stewart unpacks the opening night of the American Republican National Convention and the conspiracy theories around Trump's assassination attempt. Plus, Jon spars with political commentator Bill O'Reilly.
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Episode 72 - July 17, 2024 - Scott Galloway
Release Date: 2024-07-17Ronny Chieng recaps RNC night 2. Jordan and Desi analyse Trump's running mate. Entrepreneur Scott Galloway discusses his latest book, "The Algebra of Wealth."
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Episode 73 - July 18, 2024
Release Date: 2024-07-18Jordan Klepper goes live after the final night of the RNC to unpack Trump's long speech, and appearances from Terry Bollea (aka "Hulk Hogan") and Robert Ritchie (aka "Kid Rock"). Plus, an update on the status of Joe Biden's candidacy.
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Episode 74 - July 29, 2024 - Pete Buttigieg
Release Date: 2024-07-29Jon Stewart tackles both sides' reactions to new nominee Kamala Harris. 2020 Presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg explains to Jon why he goes on Fox News and the possibility of being vetted for VP.
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Episode 75 - July 30, 2024 - Jon M. Chu
Release Date: 2024-07-30Ronny Chieng zooms in on White Dudes for Kamala Harris and why Democrats are calling Trump & Vance weird. Director Jon M. Chu reveals why he wanted to direct the upcoming film adaptation of "Wicked."
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Episode 76 - July 31, 2024 - Black Pumas
Release Date: 2024-07-31Ronny Chieng tackles Trump's painful attempt at Black voter outreach. Eric Burton, of the Grammy-nominated band Black Pumas, discusses the band's Texas roots and new album "Chronicles of a Diamond".
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Episode 77 - August 1, 2024 - Hong Chau
Release Date: 2024-08-01Ronny Chieng tackles Trump's continued attacks on Kamala Harris's racial identity. Oscar-nominated actress Hong Chau speaks about her latest film, "The Instigators," and her incredible Hollywood career.
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Episode 78 - August 5, 2024 - Roxane Gay
Release Date: 2024-08-05Michael Kosta covers the biggest talking points at the Olympics. Bestselling author Roxane Gay discusses her new e-book, "Stand Your Ground: A Black Feminist Reckoning with America's Gun Problem."
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Episode 79 - August 6, 2024 - Ed Helms
Release Date: 2024-08-06Michael Kosta gets to know Minnesota governor Tim Walz, Kamala Harris' new running mate. Actor, writer and former Daily Show correspondent Ed Helms sits down to discuss his podcast "SNAFU" about history's most famous screw-ups.
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Episode 80 - August 7, 2024 - Barbara McQuade
Release Date: 2024-08-07Michael Kosta on Tim Walz's debut at Philadelphia's rowdy Harris rally. Former U.S. Attorney Barbara McQuade discusses her new book, "Attack From Within: How Disinformation is Sabotaging America."
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Episode 81 - August 8, 2024 - Hannah Berner
Release Date: 2024-08-08Michael Kosta on Joe Biden's comeback, and Elon Musk's legal temper tantrum. Comedienne Hannah Berner discusses her new Netflix special, "We Ride at Dawn," and more creative avenues for women in comedy.
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Episode 82 - August 12, 2024 - Mark Cuban
Release Date: 2024-08-12Returning from COVID ("First-timer, did not care for it"), Jon examines Donald Trump's hard time adjusting to Kamala Harris' rising poll numbers, and posits that Trump's use of the same "boilerplate" critiques on Harris that he previously applied to Joe Biden means that Trump desires to see Biden return to the race;[79] Mark Cuban discusses Silicon Valley's love of Trump, the future of AI, and how transparent drug pricing benefits the healthcare system.
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Episode 83 - August 13, 2024 - Gabby Thomas
Release Date: 2024-08-13Desi Lydic tackles Donald Trump's glitchy interview with Elon Musk on X, in which a slurring Trump announced plans to close the Department of Education, played '90s pop culture trivia with Vladimir Putin, and revealed his new celebrity crush. On an Olympics edition of Sports War, Ronny Chieng and Michael Kosta recap the biggest stories from the 2024 Paris Games, including why Australian breaker Raygun is sure to be this year's hottest Halloween costume. Also, three-time gold medalist Gabby Thomas joins Desi to discuss her big wins for Team USA, a moment she spent five years training for.
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Episode 84 - August 14, 2024 - Mark Duplass
Release Date: 2024-08-14Desi Lydic watches the leaked Project 2025 training videos and discovers the secret right-wing plan for transforming government, undoing climate rules, and eliminating all pronouns from the English language. Plus, the people who made them are a little weird and have close ties to Donald Trump, despite his denials. Grace Kuhlenschmidt explores the drawbacks of having a gerontocracy by chatting with UC Irvine neuropolitics researcher Mark Fisher and visits Congressman Maxwell Frost for a younger politician's perspective. Also, actor, writer, producer, and director Mark Duplass talks to Desi about his second Emmy nomination for his role on the Apple TV+ series "The Morning Show."
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Episode 85 - August 15, 2024 - Brittney Cooper, Rebecca Traister
Release Date: 2024-08-15"Indecision 2024" examines Donald Trump's rants against Joe Biden's and Kamala Harris' peculiarities (and Tic-Tacs) during an "intellectual" speech on economic policy; Troy Iwata insists different product sizes are bad signs of inflation; "The Daily Showography" spotlights JD Vance's transformations from Ohio hillbilly kid into venture capitalist, and from a "never Trumper" into Trump's running mate; Rebecca Traister & Brittney Cooper join Desi to discuss channeling election emotions into action.
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Episode 86 - August 19, 2024 - Gretchen Whitmer
Release Date: 2024-08-19Host Michael Kosta interviews Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer in Chicago, on the ground at the Democratic National Convention.
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Episode 87 - August 20, 2024 - Rep. Lauren Underwood
Release Date: 2024-08-20In Chicago, on the ground at the Democratic National Convention, Illinois Representative Lauren Underwood talks with host Desi Lydic.
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Episode 88 - August 21, 2024 - Gov. Wes Moore
Release Date: 2024-08-21Host Jordan Klepper sits down with Maryland Governor Wes Moore on the ground at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.
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Episode 89 - August 22, 2024 - Live show of the DNC
Release Date: 2024-08-22Jon Stewart closes out the DNC from Chicago with a recap of the convention.
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Episode 90 - September 9, 2024 - Yuval Noah Harari
Release Date: 2024-09-09Jordan Klepper catches up on the latest presidential race drama. Bestselling author Yuval Noah Harari discusses his new book, "Nexus: A Brief History of Information Networks From the Stone Age to AI."
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Episode 91 - September 10, 2024 - Steve Ballmer
Release Date: 2024-09-10Jon Stewart goes live after the first Trump vs Harris presidential debate, featuring face-offs over abortion, border control, and eating cats? Tonight's guest is former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer.
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Episode 92 - September 11, 2024 - John Heilemann
Release Date: 2024-09-11Host Jordan Klepper talks with John Heilemann, national affairs analyst for NBC News/MSNBC and host of "Impolitic with John Heilemann".
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Episode 93 - September 12, 2024 - Sasheer Zamata
Release Date: 2024-09-12Jordan looks at how Taylor Swift's endorsement of Kamala Harris is sending right-wing politicians into a panic. Actress Sasheer Zamata talks about her MCU debut in the new Disney+ series "Agatha All Along".
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Episode 94 - September 17, 2024 - Luis "Lue" Elizondo
Release Date: 2024-09-17Ronny Chieng covers the second assassination attempt on Donald Trump. Former Counterintelligence Special Agent Luis Elizondo discusses his new book, "Imminent: Inside the Pentagon's Hunt for UFOs."
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Episode 95 - September 18, 2024 - Daniel Dae Kim
Release Date: 2024-09-18Ronny Chieng covers big economic news, including the Fed cutting interest rates and Trump trying to launch a crypto business. Also, actor Daniel Dae Kim discusses his role in the new Broadway play "Yellow Face."
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Episode 96 - September 19, 2024 - Phillip Lim
Release Date: 2024-09-19Ronny Chieng covers more Republican weirdness and Rudy Giuliani's frighteningly bad performance at a Trump rally. Today's special guest is Phillip Lim, creative director of fashion brand 3.1 Phillip Lim.
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Episode 97 - September 23, 2024 - Christine Lagarde
Release Date: 2024-09-23Jon Stewart tackles the growing war in the Middle East, incl. the recent Hezbollah pager attacks. And European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde discusses the global economy, inflation, and AI.
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Episode 98 - September 24, 2024 - Aubrey Plaza
Release Date: 2024-09-24Desi Lydic rounds up male politicians' insulting appeals to female voters. Plus, Aubrey Plaza chats about Francis Ford Coppola's "Megalopolis" and who inspired her performance as a corrupt journalist.
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Episode 99 - September 25, 2024 - Rachel Agatha Keen aka RAYE
Release Date: 2024-09-25Desi Lydic dives into the latest headlines, incl. Donald Trump's refusal of a second debate. Plus, British singer-songwriter Rachel Agatha Keen aka RAYE talks about her transformative, multi award-winning year in music.
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Episode 100 - September 26, 2024 - Susanna Fogel
Release Date: 2024-09-26Desi Lydic breaks down NYC Mayor Eric Adams' shocking indictment on bribery and fraud charges. Director Susanna Fogel discusses her new film "Winner", based on the life of whistleblower Reality Winner.
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Episode 101 - September 30, 2024 - Ta-Nehisi Coates
Release Date: 2024-09-30Host Jon Stewart talks with author Ta-Nehisi Coates about his newest book, “The Message.”
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Episode 102 - October 1, 2024 - Paola Ramos
Release Date: 2024-10-01Host Michael Kosta provides live post-Vice Presidential debate coverage and chats with journalist/author Paola Ramos. Paola Ramos is on to advertise and promote her new book, "Defectors: The Rise of the Latino Far Right and What It Means for America".
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Episode 103 - October 2, 2024 - Jelani Cobb
Release Date: 2024-10-02Michael Kosta dives into the heated aftermath of the Vance vs Walz VP debate. Jelani Cobb, Dean of Columbia Journalism School, discusses the crucial role of diverse, trustworthy journalism.
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Episode 104 - October 3, 2024 - JJ Johnson
Release Date: 2024-10-03Michael Kosta covers the latest election controversy, as betting on congressional races is legalised. Chef JJ Johnson joins the conversation about his best-selling cookbook, "The Simple Art of Rice".
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Episode 105 - October 7, 2024 - Bill Adair
Release Date: 2024-10-07Jon Stewart tackles growing claims of election interference, with Elon Musk joining Trump's narrative. Bill Adair discusses his new book on political liars and misinformation, "Beyond the Big Lie."
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Episode 106 - October 8, 2024 - Jason Reynolds
Release Date: 2024-10-08Jordan Klepper unpacks Trump's latest political spin, and Michael Kosta interviews the source of Fox News's ludicrous voter fraud claims. Bestselling author Jason Reynolds discusses his new novel.
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Episode 107 - October 9, 2024 - Jessica Valenti
Release Date: 2024-10-09Jordan Klepper unpacks Kamala Harris's recent media blitz, and how she is carving out her identity apart from Biden. Jessica Valenti discusses her bestselling book "Abortion: Our Bodies, Their Lies, and the Truths We Use to Win." on abortion rights.
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Episode 108 - October 10, 2024 - Eric Idle
Release Date: 2024-10-10Jordan Klepper examines Trump's denial of Biden's economic recovery. Comedy legend Eric Idle discusses his new book, "The Spamalot Diaries," and how he stays positive through laughter.
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Episode 109 - October 15, 2024 - Stacey Abrams
Release Date: 2024-10-15Desi Lydic dives into Trump's wild town hall, which turned into an impromptu listening party. Then Desi sits down with voting rights activist and presenter of "Assembly Required" Stacey Abrams about her new book "Stacey Speaks Up."
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Episode 110 - October 16, 2024 - Jason Segel
Release Date: 2024-10-16Desi Lydic explores Kamala Harris's appeal to Black male voters, and Trump's bizarre claim of being the "father of IVF". Hollywood actor Jason Segel discusses his Apple TV+ series "Shrinking".
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Episode 111 - October 17, 2024 - Kara Swisher
Release Date: 2024-10-17Host Desi Lydic interviews journalist, podcast host, and author Kara Swisher about her new book "Burn Book: A Tech Love Story."
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Episode 112 - October 21, 2024 - Gov. Tim Walz
Release Date: 2024-10-21Host Jon Stewart sits down with Democratic Vice Presidential nominee Tim Walz.
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Episode 113 - October 22, 2024 - Jennifer Granholm
Release Date: 2024-10-22Michael Kosta explores Rudy Giuliani's financial downfall & Elon Musk's million-dollar sweepstakes to sway voters. Energy Sec. Jennifer Granholm discusses the rapid growth of the clean energy sector.
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Episode 114 - October 23, 2024 - David Hogg
Release Date: 2024-10-23Michael Kosta unpacks a whirlwind of pre-election headlines. John Kelly reveals Trump's troubling praise for Hitler. David Hogg, co-founder of March for Our Lives and Leaders We Deserve, discusses his grassroots movement to elect young progressives.
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Episode 115 - October 24, 2024 - Joseph Antonio Cartagena aka "Fat Joe"
Release Date: 2024-10-24Michael Kosta breaks down Tucker Carlson's bizarre Trump rally speech. Grammy-nominated artist Joseph Antonio Cartagena aka "Fat Joe" discusses his push for healthcare price transparency, his incredible weight loss journey, and his STARZ series "Fat Joe Talks."
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Episode 116 - October 28, 2024 - Governor Josh Shapiro
Release Date: 2024-10-28Jon Stewart dives into Trump's recent xenophobic rally at MSG and his proposed mass deportation plan. Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro discusses the state's role as a "temporary swing state".
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Episode 117 - October 29, 2024 - María Teresa Kumar
Release Date: 2024-10-29Ronny Chieng unpacks the fallout from Tony Hinchcliffe's racist joke about Puerto Rico. María Teresa Kumar, President of Voto Latino, joins Ronny to discuss the Latino voting bloc's power.
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Episode 118 - October 30, 2024 - The Linda Lindas
Release Date: 2024-10-30Ronny Chieng dives into Biden's "garbage" comment and Trump's surprising plan to let RFK Jr. handle public health. Young rockers "the Linda Lindas" chat about their new album, No Obligation.
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Episode 119 - October 31, 2024 - Connie Chung
Release Date: 2024-10-31Ronny Chieng breaks down Trump's garbage truck photo-op and John Leguizamo goes undercover with undecided Latino voters. Trailblazing journalism icon Connie Chung discusses her memoir "Connie".
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Episode 120 - November 4, 2024 - Adam Serwer
Release Date: 2024-11-04Jordan Klepper recaps the candidates' final pushes, incl. Kamala Harris' star-studded send-off. Jordan then has a conversation with Adam Serwer, a staff writer for The Atlantic, about MAGA’s conspiracy bubble and GOP “snitch states”.
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Episode 121 - November 6, 2024 - Tressie McMillan Cottom
Release Date: 2024-11-06Desi Lydic digests Donald Trump's election win. Tressie McMillan Cottom analyses the election's deeper implications, the rise of identity politics & Trump's appeal to American anxieties.
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Episode 122 - November 7, 2024 - Emily Ngo
Release Date: 2024-11-07Ronny Chieng covers Biden's preparations for a peaceful transfer of power, along with Trump's potential cabinet picks. Award-winning journalist Emily Ngo provides her insight on Trump's second win.
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Episode 123 - November 11, 2024 - Thomas Brennan
Release Date: 2024-11-11Jon Stewart dissects the Democrat election fallout and what went wrong. Retired Marine Thomas Brennan spotlights the human impact of military service in his film, "Shadows of Fallujah".
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Episode 124 - November 12, 2024 - Robert Putnam
Release Date: 2024-11-12Host Jordan Klepper talks with Robert Putnam, a Harvard professor and social scientist, about his documentary "Join or Die."
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Episode 125 - November 13, 2024 - Moses "Shyne" Barrow Levi
Release Date: 2024-11-13Jordan Klepper covers Trump's cordial meeting with Biden and his surprising cabinet nominees. Special guest is Moses "Shyne" Barrow, former Grammy-winning rapper turned Belizean political leader.
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Episode 126 - November 14, 2024 - Francis Ford Coppola
Release Date: 2024-11-14Host Jordan Klepper interviews Francis Ford Coppola, director of “Megalopolis.”
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Episode 127 - November 18, 2024 - Ruy Teixeira
Release Date: 2024-11-18Jon Stewart analyses how Republicans exploit loopholes for political gain while Democrats stick to the rules - is it time for a change in strategy? Host Jon Stewart interviews Ruy Teixeira, founder of The Liberal Patriot and co-author of “Where Have All the Democrats Gone?”
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Episode 128 - November 19, 2024 - Ronan Farrow
Release Date: 2024-11-19Desi Lydic dives into explosive allegations vs. Trump's attorney general nominee Matt Gaetz. Award-winning investigative reporter/contributing writer of The New Yorker Ronan Farrow about the new HBO documentary "Surveilled", exposing the perils of spyware.
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Episode 129 - November 20, 2024 - Joey McIntyre
Release Date: 2024-11-20Desi Lydic unpacks Trump's latest celebrity cabinet choices, including Dr. Oz and WWE's Linda McMahon. Joey McIntyre of New Kids On The Block discusses his new Christmas film 'Jingle Bell Love'.
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Episode 130 - November 21, 2024 - Brittany Howard
Release Date: 2024-11-21Desi Lydic breaks down the latest Washington drama, including Matt Gaetz pulling out of the Attorney General race. Grammy-winning artist Brittany Howard discusses her transformative new album, "What Now".
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Episode 138 - December 12, 2024
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