138. Nov 21

November 21, 2024

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137. Nov 20

November 20, 2024

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136. Nov 19

November 19, 2024

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135. Nov 18

November 18, 2024

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134. Francis Ford Coppola

November 14, 2024

Jordan Klepper covers Trump's Secretary of Health and Human Services nominee RFK Jr. and Attorney General nominee, Matt Gaetz's resignation from Congress amidst DOJ investigation. Plus, Desi Lydic shares Dems' new strategy for Trump's cabinet picks: F**k around and find out. Charlamagne Tha God encourages liberals to be optimistic about the next four years and makes a direct plea to Donald Trump on behalf of all the people who called him a fascist: "Please, please, please, don't prove I'm right." "There's a line in my movie, ‘When you leap into the unknown, you prove you are free,' so I leap into the unknown whenever I can because I want to be free." Legendary Academy Award-winning filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola sits down with Jordan Klepper to discuss his aim to explore America's parallel to the rise and fall of Rome with a big stylistic swing in his latest film "Megalopolis." They also discuss the importance of risk-taking in life and art, and how the film's ending reflects Coppola's own optimism for the world.

133. Moses "Shyne" Barrow

November 13, 2024

Jordan Klepper tackles Trump's meeting with Biden and the president-elect's newest nominees: Matt Gaetz, Tulsi Gabbard, and Pete Hegseth. Plus, Troy Iwata makes Jordan jealous with his new Secretary of the Interior title. America barely survived the first Trump presidency, so Dulcé Sloan is documenting the cornerstones of society before our inevitable collapse, including the library, the theater, schools, and public parks. Good luck in the nuclear war! "The story is not necessarily focused on the demise of Diddy, it's focused on the celebration of my resilience… I represent that hope that things work out." Moses "Shyne" Barrow, who went from Grammy Award-winning rapper to Leader of the Opposition in the Belize House of Representatives, joins Jordan Klepper to discuss his journey, showcased in the upcoming Hulu documentary, "The Honorable Shyne." They talk about "taking the fall" for Diddy, serving nearly 10 years in prison for the 1999 nightclub shooting, and letting go of that baggage through Judaism, as well as hip-hop's evolution and why pivoting from music to politics was a "seamless transition."

132. Robert Putnam

November 12, 2024

Jordan Klepper assesses Trump's growing cabinet of longtime ass-kissers: Kristi Noem, Lee Zeldin, and Elise Stefanik. Plus, Michael Kosta teaches Klepper how to buy male friends, just like Elon did with the president-elect. Jordan Klepper and Desi Lydic debate some of the biggest stories in sports: a runner banned from the New York Marathon, the legalization of sports betting in Missouri, and the odds of Aaron Rodgers winning the presidency in 2028. Harvard professor, social scientist, and author of "Bowling Alone," Robert Putnam, sits down with Jordan Klepper to discuss how the demise of the American community affects politics. They talk about how America stopped being the most connected country in the world, data that proved the more socially isolated a person, the more likely to vote for Trump, how the new documentary "Join or Die" expounds on joining groups to save American democracy, and how to create the right groups through bonding and bridging social capital.

131. Thomas J. Brennan

November 11, 2024

Jon Stewart's post-election analysis: what Democrats prepped for, what went wrong, and how the pundits who got it wrong are now the ones pointing fingers. "We all struggle with survivor's guilt." Retired U.S. Marine Corps Sergeant Thomas J. Brennan talks to Jon Stewart on Veterans Day about why he founded the award-winning nonprofit newsroom, The War Horse, to focus on the human impact of military service and raise awareness of issues faced by veterans and military families. They also discuss Brennan's latest War Horse film, "Shadows of Fallujah," in which he and his fellow platoon members open up for the first time about their experience fighting in the Battle of Fallujah in Iraq 20 years ago and healing from the losses of that battle.

130. Emily Ngo

November 7, 2024

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129. Tressie McMillan Cottom

November 6, 2024

Desi Lydic unpacks Donald Trump's big presidential election win over Kamala Harris and the subsequent fingerpointing from media pundits. Plus, The Best F**kin' News Team joins Desi to try to muster up some optimism. As the country reacts to the outcome of the 2024 presidential election, a select group of non-voters have distanced themselves from the presidential race. Grace Kuhlenschmidt talks to these political in-activists to learn how not to give a f**k about politics. Award-winning author, sociologist, UNC professor, and New York Times opinion columnist Tressie McMillan Cottom sits down with Desi Lydic to unpack the outcome of the presidential election. They discuss Trump feeding on American anxieties, his simple and relatable story of empty hope, accepting identity politics as American politics, Trump as the embodiment of our masculinity crisis, and how Democrats can avoid playing the blame game and make peace with their voters' identities and beliefs.

128. A Live Election Night Special With Jon Stewart

November 5, 2024

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127. Adam Serwer

November 4, 2024

Jordan Klepper recaps the candidates' election closers: Kamala Harris's star-studded message of joy and Trump's "oral" presentation with his mic stand. Plus, Michael Kosta explains how Peanut the Squirrel's death could help Trump target niche undecided voters. According to the mainstream media, the 2024 election is deadlocked, so Grace Kuhlenschmidt consults a polling expert, a historically accurate predictor, and an astrologist to determine whether Kamala or Trump will win the presidency. Adam Serwer, author and staff writer for The Atlantic, talks to Jordan Klepper about two of his recent pieces in the magazine, one about the "dark fantasy" centered on unfounded conspiracies and immigration-blaming that Trump has manufactured for his followers to live in, the other about Republican "snitch states" where right-wing lawmakers criminalize and re-stigmatize services like abortions and gender-affirming care with incentives for people to tattle on their friends and neighbors. Serwer also breaks down the three circles of the MAGA universe and discusses his book, "The Cruelty Is the Point," as it explores the community of cruelty that Trump has created for his rallygoers.

126. Connie Chung

October 31, 2024

Ronny Chieng covers Trump's garbage man stunt and the Harris campaign's new strategy to court women voters: post-it notes in the ladies' room. Award-winning journalist Connie Chung sits down with Ronny Chieng to discuss her new memoir, "Connie," and her journey from navigating the white male-dominated TV newsrooms of the 70s and 80s, to becoming a broadcast legend who countless Asian-Amercian girls (and one weed strain) have been named after. She also calls for a return to the investigative, unopinionated journalism that predated the 24-hour news cycle and explains why she publicly endorsed a Presidential candidate for the first time in Kamala Harris.

125. The Linda Lindas

October 30, 2024

Ronny Chieng tackles Biden's ill-timed "garbage" comment and Trump's promise to let RFK Jr. "go wild" on public health. Plus, Jordan Klepper joins to teach Ronny how the news works. The Linda Lindas sit down with Ronny Chieng to discuss their new album, "No Obligation," and finding success at a young age. They talk about having to ditch school to join Ronny on the show, developing confidence while writing their second album, the issues young people are passionate about, how to enact change without being able to vote, opening for The Rolling Stones and Green Day, and which band had better catering. The Linda Lindas perform the title track off their new album, "No Obligation."

124. María Teresa Kumar

October 29, 2024

With one week until Election Day, Ronny Chieng assesses the fallout from Tony Hinchcliffe's racist Puerto Rico joke, while Donald Trump plays defense, insisting he's "not a Nazi." Plus, Grace Kuhlenschmidt takes RFK Jr.'s advice and travels back in time to save Baby Trump. Triumph the Insult Comic Dog went to Madison Square Garden to cosplay as a January 6th insurrectionist, launch a line of merch, and write a song about Republicans' favorite thing: "Liberal Tears." Co-founder and President of Voto Latino, María Teresa Kumar, talks to Ronny Chieng on National Vote Early Day about the power of the Latino voting bloc and closing the voter registration gap of roughly 10 million Latinos who are eligible to vote. Kumar also makes a case to undecided Latinos for Kamala Harris by pointing to the racist comments made at Trump's MSG rally and invoking her grandmother's golden rule, "You are who your friends are."

123. Josh Shapiro

October 28, 2024

Jon Stewart tackles Trump's racist and xenophobic MSG rally, and the former president's plan for the mass deportation of immigrants, legal and illegal. Plus, Jessica Williams stops in to offer some hope (and levity) for the future. Gov. Josh Shapiro joins Jon Stewart to discuss the spotlight on Pennsylvania as a "temporary swing state." He talks about working to level the playing field for his constituents, the Commonwealth's speedy efforts to rebuild Interstate 95 after a collapse in 2023, and how overregulation and overthinking can get in the way of government accomplishing his motto of "Getting Sh*t Done." As a vocal advocate for Kamala Harris, Gov. Shapiro also shares how the Democrats' practice of addition, rather than Trump and the Republicans' subtraction, will win in the end.

122. Fat Joe

October 24, 2024

Michael Kosta covers Tucker Carlson giving America "daddy" issues with his Trump Rally speech and how this election is driving Americans so nuts that a civil war has broken out... over yard signs. After JD Vance's wife outed him as a Magic: The Gathering nerd, Ronny Chieng magically gathered a group of avid card gamers to see if this new information about Vance scores him any points with the gaming community. Grammy-nominated artist Fat Joe joins Michael Kosta to talk about his advocacy for transparent healthcare pricing with the organization Power to the Patients and the 250-pound weight loss journey that he says was easier than trying to get a law passed in Congress. He also shares his mission to inspire positivity with his new Starz series "Fat Joe Talks" and boils down the presidential election to one question: "Are you man enough to vote for a woman?"

121. David Hogg

October 23, 2024

Michael Kosta tackles the latest news: Obama rapping Eminem, Eminem endorsing Harris, and Walz calling Elon a "dips**t." Plus, Trump's former chief of staff John Kelly calls Trump a fascist and reveals that his ex-boss repeatedly praised Hitler while in office. Why is the Electoral College still used when Republicans AND Democrats complain about it? Michael Kosta learns about the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact with some help from CNN's John King. He then visits his home state of Michigan to speak to lawmakers about passing the National Popular Vote Bill... or at least getting it on their agendas. David Hogg, a leading activist in the fight to end gun violence and the co-founder of Leaders We Deserve, sits down with Michael Kosta to discuss his new grassroots organization dedicated to electing young progressives into office. He explains how Gen-Z is getting civically involved, the "juice" behind their most promising candidates, his advice for Kamala Harris, and how he remains optimistic after the Parkland shooting.

120. Jennifer Granholm

October 22, 2024

Michael Kosta tackles the civil court order that is shaking down Trump's poorest henchman, Rudy Giuliani, and the latest attempt by Trump's richest henchman, Elon Musk, to bribe voters with a million dollars. Plus, Ronny Chieng tries to find Elon a friend. Could 2024 be the last election picked by the Electoral College? Michael Kosta sits down with CNN's John King to understand the benefits of a National Popular Vote Interstate Compact, what the Electoral College does, and if the Powerball can decide our future elections. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm talks to Michael Kosta about how much the electric vehicle industry has grown since she was championing clean energy as governor of Michigan, nuclear energy's role in clean power, the push for AI data centers to operate on 100% clean electricity, and how it would be "political malpractice" to undo the Biden-Harris administration's clean energy incentives and increased manufacturing of EVs, wind, solar, and batteries.

119. Tim Walz

October 21, 2024

With two weeks until the election, Jon Stewart sifts through the increasingly weird and surreal election news: from Trump's ramble about Arnold Palmer's d*ck, to his shift at McDonald's, to Kamala Harris's campaign event with Liz Cheney. Plus, he breaks down the GOP's reaction to Trump's "enemy within" comment. "These are folks that want to find a reason to not vote for Donald Trump. We need to give them that." Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz takes a break from campaigning with Vice President Kamala Harris to chat with Jon Stewart about the 2024 election and their outreach to voters who don't want to pick Trump on Election Day. They discuss the Democratic party's platform, including middle-class tax cuts and expanding home care, as well as what it means to be a responsible gun owner, advocating for unions, and his favorite place to run in New York City.

118. Kara Swisher

October 17, 2024

Desi Lydic tackles how Kamala Harris and Donald Trump fared when they exited their media comfort zones this week, with Harris facing a testy Bret Baier of Fox News, and Trump getting way too many words in during his Univision town hall. Grace Kuhlenschmidt reports on the candidates entering the "lion's den" from... an actual lion's den. On Spirit Day, which raises awareness and fights against anti-LGBTQ bullying, Laverne Cox explains how the real bullies aren't in the schoolyard; they're on Capitol Hill. She unpacks the flood of anti-LGBTQ legislation passed by right-wing politicians, why these bills are harming Queer kids, and how Republicans are weaponizing transphobia in the 2024 election to distract from real problems. "On with Kara Swisher" & "Pivot" host Kara Swisher joins Desi Lydic to talk about big tech and her bestselling memoir, "Burn Book: A Tech Love Story." They discuss the tech bro transformation, how founders avoid accountability under the guise of free speech, and what's driving Elon Musk's bromance with Donald Trump.

117. Jason Segel

October 16, 2024

Desi Lydic unpacks Harris and Trump's pitches to women and Black men. Donald Trump's appeal gets weird when he claims to be the "father of IVF", while Kamala gets a little help from a noticeably disappointed Barack Obama. Plus, Josh Johnson joins Desi to spitball some alternative pitches for the candidates. Every vote matters in this election, even the Insane Clown Posse-loving Juggalos. Troy Iwata journeyed to their annual music festival, the Gathering of the Juggalos, in Thornville, Ohio to learn about the issues that matter to fans of the murder-clown genre and speak to band member Violent J about his disdain for Trump, his politics, and whether he'd accept the presidential nomination. Emmy-nominated actor Jason Segel talks to Desi Lydic about how dancing in the street led to becoming co-creator and star of the Apple TV+ series "Shrinking," the legendary compliment his series co-star Harrison Ford gave to Segel's performance in the movie "Forgetting Sarah Marshall," and his experience acting alongside Daily Show alum Jessica Williams. Plus, Segel channels his on-screen therapist experience to answer the Daily Show staff's life advice questions.

116. Stacey Abrams

October 15, 2024

Desi Lydic takes on Trump's attempt to spin Kamala Harris's medical records while withholding his own. Plus, a look at Trump's bizarre town hall that turned into a 40-minute listening party. Finally, Michael Kosta explains where Trump's unhinged behavior falls on the scary-to-funny meter. The election is drawing near and the result could come down to a small sliver of undecided voters in swing states. Lewis Black has a special message for the undecided voters waiting for a Kardashian to tell them who to vote for: Do us all a favor and just sit this one out. "What we need to watch is not what they're doing but what we do about it. We can't get sucked into the maelstrom of crazy. We've got to go around the maelstrom to the ballot box and have so many of us turn in our ballots that it doesn't really matter." Voting rights activist, "Assembly Required" podcast host, and bestselling author Stacey Abrams joins Desi Lydic to talk about disruptive ballot-counting requirements in Georgia, how registering and casting votes can combat voter suppression, and teaching children empathy and advocacy through child hunger in her latest book, "Stacey Speaks Up."

115. Eric Idle

October 10, 2024

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114. Jessica Valenti

October 9, 2024

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113. Jason Reynolds

October 8, 2024

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112. Bill Adair

October 7, 2024

With less than a month until Election Day, Jon Stewart unpacks how Trump and his newest "dark MAGA" henchman, Elon Musk, are accusing everyone and everything of election interference (unless it's someone on their side, then it's free speech). Bill Adair, PolitiFact creator and Knight Professor of Journalism at Duke University, sits down with Jon Stewart to discuss his upcoming book, "Beyond the Big Lie." He reveals how his fact-checking site operates with the simple missive of answering people's curiosities, deciphering political speech amidst the rise of social media, and the government's role in combatting misinformation and disinformation.

111. JJ Johnson

October 3, 2024

Michael Kosta reports on the latest election shake-ups, including a new ruling allowing gamblers to bet on the outcome of congressional races and a dockworker strike supported by both Trump and Harris that nearly guarantees forthcoming shortages and price hikes. Plus, Grace Kuhlenschmidt joins with the scoop on how panic-buying shoppers hope to outsmart the holdout. "Rice is culture." JJ Johnson, celebrity chef and founder of FIELDTRIP restaurants, sits down with Michael Kosta to discuss his best-selling cookbook, "The Simple Art of Rice." He talks about what he learned from his grandmother's kitchen, why rice is the most disrespected ingredient in North America, and how he teaches his children about healthy cooking.

110. Jelani Cobb

October 2, 2024

Michael Kosta tackles last night's VP debate between JD Vance and Tim Walz and the cable news pundits who have been hard at work spinning who won. Plus, Troy Iwata is in the post-debate spin room with a definitive, scientific debate-scoring system. Dean of the Columbia Journalism School and staff writer at the New Yorker, Jelani Cobb, talks to Michael Kosta about the new PBS documentary he's featured in, "One Person, One Vote?" which explains the Electoral College and its history rooted in the exploitation of enslaved people for political power. Cobb also discusses the process that most people don't realize goes into trustworthy journalism and the importance of having a diverse news diet.

109. Paola Ramos

October 1, 2024

Michael Kosta hosts a lively post-debate recap following the highly anticipated vice-presidential debate between Tim Walz and JD Vance. Kosta breaks down the biggest moments and missteps from the debate, while Josh Johnson, Troy Iwata, and Grace Kuhlenschmidt hit the streets to gauge voter enthusiasm for this pivotal event. Special guest Paola Ramos joins to discuss her new book, Defectors: The Rise of the Latino Far Right and What It Means for America, delving into the shifting political leanings of Latino voters and how Vance's controversial comments on immigration resonate in this context.

108. Ta-Nehisi Coates

September 30, 2024

Jon Stewart examines the choice undecided voters are facing in the 2024 election: Kamala Harris, who has an impressive résumé and specific policy plans, versus Donald Trump, whose vision, consistency on issues, anti-labor ethos, and militaristic posturing are at odds with the caricature his followers have created for him. "Your oppression will not save you." Best-selling author Ta-Nehisi Coates sits down with Jon Stewart to talk about his latest book, "The Message," and reconciling past and present vestiges of oppression. They discuss his visits to Senegal, South Carolina, and The West Bank, how past atrocities like slavery and the holocaust can create a zero-sum game of control, the need for safety and statehood despite morally problematic systems, his exposure to Palestinian stories that have been hidden in American media, understanding the physical traumas of the Black community, and the purpose in writing to shape the world around us.

107. Susanna Fogel

September 26, 2024

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106. RAYE

September 25, 2024

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105. Aubrey Plaza

September 24, 2024

Desi Lydic rounds up shitty male politicians' insulting appeals to female voters: from Trump's claims of being their protector despite taking away abortion rights, to Ohio Senate hopeful Bernie Moreno's dismissal of post-menopausal women's commitment to abortion access, to N.C. gubernatorial candidate Mark Robinson's salacious porn-forum comments about his sister-in-law. Plus, Dulcé Sloan joins to make Josh Johnson answer for every man. Emmy-nominated actor Aubrey Plaza joins Desi Lydic to discuss starring in Francis Ford Coppola's "Megalopolis," the improvisational nature of the set, and channeling Tucker Carlson to play a corrupt journalist. They talk about her new film "My Old Ass," wanting to meet her 75-year-old self, wondering if everything happens for a reason, and her dream coven inspired by her role in "Agatha All Along."

104. Christine Lagarde

September 23, 2024

Jon Stewart tackles the growing war in the Middle East, from the recent Hezbollah pager attacks in Lebanon, to Israel's plan of de-escalation through escalation, to the Biden administration's futile efforts to contain the conflict, while looking at criticism of Netanyahu from Americans and Israelis. European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde talks to Jon Stewart about the global economy, inflation, and Artificial Intelligence. They discuss how factors like the pandemic and Putin's invasion of Ukraine led to high inflation rates, what stable inflation should look like, and how people feel the effects of inflation more dramatically because price increases far outpace wage increases. With the UN General Assembly happening this week, Lagarde also stresses the need for global governance of AI to ensure that it enhances workers and their role in the economy, rather than replacing them.

103. Phillip Lim

September 19, 2024

Ronny Chieng on the North Carolina Republican busted for posting weird comments on a porn site, Rudy Giuliani's frightening performance at Trump's Long Island rally, and the shocking truth behind JD Vance's cat eating stories. Plus, Troy Iwata joins with the inside scoop on one missing feline. Political campaigns are partnering with social media influencers and content creators, and Lewis Black can't even with the cringe. He's scrolled all the latest TikToks and can't decide whether outreach to these people is the end of America, or just a giant waste of money. Phillip Lim, the co-founder and creative director of fashion brand 3.1 Phillip Lim, joins Ronny Chieng to discuss inspiration, forging his path as a designer through internships, and the values he learned from his immigrant parents. Plus, he reflects on some of the brand's most recent looks and shares some fashion advice for Donald Trump.

102. Daniel Dae Kim

September 18, 2024

Ronny Chieng covers a big day for economic news, including the Federal Reserve slashing interest rates and Donald Trump launching a new cryptocurrency business with his semi-adult sons. Sure the whole thing seems a bit scammy, but the company's new ad is very persuasive. Taylor Swift's endorsement of Kamala Harris was a huge plus for the Harris-Walz campaign... with women. But does Harris still have some work to do when it comes to swaying male voters? Josh Johnson hits the gym, to ask manly men what celebrity endorsement would speak the most to them, and what "masculine" ideals they want to see from a presidential candidate. Actor Daniel Dae Kim sits down with Ronny Chieng to discuss his role in new Broadway play "Yellow Face." They talk about meta aspects of the show — which is based on true events and stars Kim as playwright David Henry Hwang who accidentally casts a white actor for an Asian part — as well as its relevance in present-day Hollywood, and the importance of Asian performers playing Asian characters.

101. Luis Elizondo

September 17, 2024

Ronny Chieng on the second assassination attempt on Donald Trump, which has the Secret Service scrambling, the media up in arms, and JD Vance struggling to find a Democrat to blame. Plus, an exclusive clip of Biden's surprising phone call to Trump following the incident. Former U.S. Army Counterintelligence Special Agent Luis Elizondo sits down with Ronny Chieng to discuss his career researching nonhuman intelligence and his new book, "Imminent: Inside the Pentagon's Hunt for UFOs." They talk about the reality of intelligent "alien" life based on observed incidents, their interest in our military, technologies, and nuclear capabilities, how bureaucracy & the U.S. government have squashed past conversations about Unidentified Aerial Phenomenon (UAP) and how the issue may become the great unifier in Congress.

100. Sasheer Zamata

September 12, 2024

Jordan Klepper looks at how Taylor Swift's endorsement of Kamala Harris is sending right-wing politicians and commentators into a panic, why MTG feels threatened by Trump's new 9/11 conspiracy theorist friend, and how Joe Biden befriended a Trump supporter. Plus, Michael Kosta joins Jordan on a unity ticket. John Leguizamo looks at the latest way Republicans are trying to suppress the Latino vote, which also happens to be a way to make people think Latinos aren't really American. Here's what the SAVE Act does and why it has conservatives asking their housekeepers for translation help. Comedian and actor Sasheer Zamata talks to Jordan Klepper about her Marvel Cinematic Universe debut in the new Disney+ series "Agatha All Along." She describes the experience of having to sing in front of her co-star, Broadway legend Patti LuPone, how all the research she did into witches for her first stand-up special also prepared her for this role, and drafts her ideal coven of witches.

99. John Heilemann

September 11, 2024

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98. Steve Ballmer

September 10, 2024

Jon Stewart goes live after the first presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. Filled with face-offs over abortion access, border control, and for some reason eating cats? Jon breaks down what this all means for the election. Former Microsoft CEO, LA Clippers owner, and founder of USAFacts Steve Ballmer joins Jon Stewart for a live conversation following the Trump-Harris debate to discuss why he launched his website, USAFacts, as a nonpartisan resource for people to understand the scope, context, and efficacy of the government's spending. They also talk about the ways in which democracy and capitalism influence each other, and how that relationship might need more checks and balances, especially when it comes to healthcare and labor.

97. Yuval Noah Harari

September 9, 2024

With the election rapidly approaching, Jordan Klepper catches up on the latest stories in the presidential race, including recent polling, JD Vance swimming in a t-shirt, and Dick Cheney's surprising endorsement of Kamala Harris. Plus, as Harris and Trump prepare for their first debate with starkly different approaches, Grace Kuhlenschmidt joins to break down the Republican candidate's "weaving" tactics. Historian and best-selling author Yuval Noah Harari sits down with Jordan Klepper to discuss his new book, "Nexus: A Brief History of Information Networks from the Stone Age to AI." They talk about how people deal with an overflow of information, whether or not AI is an existential threat, the importance of human understanding in bureaucracy, and why there's still hope.

96. The Daily Show Live: DNC

August 22, 2024

Jon Stewart closes out the last night of the DNC live from Chicago with a recap of the convention, including Kamala Harris's spotlight moment, Oprah's cat lady cam, and a roster of speakers as diverse and contradictory as the Democratic party itself. Jon also shows Dems what real joy looks like and tries to make sense of Fox News's convention coverage. After a week at the Democratic Convention in Chicago, Jon Stewart and the Best F**king News Team share their thoughts on the party's embrace of small town values, which apparently means patriotically loving God and baking lots and lots of pies to give to neighbors. Kamala Harris didn't just fall out of a coconut tree. The Democratic candidate has led a full and shockingly normal life. From her birth in a year that makes her a very normal age to be president now, to a classic college job at McDonald's, to her time in the senate barely getting noticed for anything, Kamala is breaking with recent presidential tradition by being totally f**king normal.

95. Wes Moore

August 21, 2024

The Daily Show is in Chicago for the DNC. Jordan Klepper recaps the second night, from an electric roll call featuring Lil Jon to headliners Barack and Michelle Obama delivering soaring rhetoric while also hitting below the belt. Plus, Desi Lydic has notes for the delegation from Illinois, and Ronny Chieng reveals the insults Democrats have coming next for Trump. Gov. Tim Walz isn't only Kamala Harris's running mate, he's also America's dad. So to land one of the most coveted interviews at the DNC, Grace Kuhlenschmidt is trying every trick in the dad-bait book, from giving away the movie Rudy on Blu-Ray to asking if anyone can show her how to use a stud finder. "Nothing is given. Everything is earned." Maryland Governor Wes Moore joins Jordan Klepper to discuss utilizing the DNC to reach an undecided audience and earn their votes in the upcoming election. They talk about investing in a ticket that embodies fighting for freedom, how Kamala Harris's policies incorporate her work from the Biden administration, the differing images of patriotism between the right and the left, and Harris's role as a partner in support of Maryland, from improving employment rates to lending a hand after the Baltimore Key Bridge collapse.

94. Lauren Underwood

August 20, 2024

The Daily Show is in Chicago for the DNC. Desi Lydic recaps the biggest moments of night one, including Hillary Clinton's crowd breaking into a familiar chant, conservatives obsessing over Kamala Harris's smile, and Joe Biden giving an energetic speech that went way past everyone's bedtimes. Plus, Troy Iwata hunts for the perfect "Thank You" card for Biden. "If we want to make sure that we can all access high-quality, comprehensive healthcare, including reproductive healthcare, we have to go vote." Lauren Underwood, representative of Illinois's 14th District and co-founder of the Black Maternal Health Caucus, sits down with Desi Lydic in Chicago to discuss speaking at the DNC on opening night, her experience working closely with Kamala Harris to address and advance maternal healthcare with the Momnibus Act, the key to combating the anti-woman policy agenda of conservatives like JD Vance, and the parallels between her work and her favorite reality show.

93. DNC: Plot Twist

August 19, 2024

The Daily Show's Emmy winning news team heads to Chicago, on the ground at the Democratic National Convention.

92. Brittney Cooper & Rebecca Traister

August 15, 2024

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91. Mark Duplass

August 14, 2024

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90. Gabby Thomas

August 13, 2024

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89. Mark Cuban

August 12, 2024

Donald Trump thought he was cruising to victory against Joe Biden, but now he's facing a hard fight against Kamala Harris. Jon Stewart looks at Trump's half-hearted attempts to adjust to the new challenge and wonders if he's hatching a devious plan to help Biden take back the nomination, January 6th style. Entrepreneur and minority owner of the NBA's Dallas Mavericks, Mark Cuban, joins Jon Stewart to discuss disrupting the healthcare industry as co-founder of Cost Plus Drug Company. They discuss Silicon Valley's goals of anointing Trump as CEO of America and serving as board members, the unpredictable future of AI, how Elon Musk utilizes X algorithms to control the global discourse, and how drug price transparency has changed the future of our healthcare system.

88. Hannah Berner

August 8, 2024

Michael Kosta on Joe Biden's big comeback, why Donald Trump is having a crowd-measuring contest with Martin Luther King Jr., the astronauts whose 10-day mission is turning into eight months, and Elon Musk's legal temper tantrum. Stand-up comedian Hannah Berner talks to Michael Kosta about her new Netflix special, "We Ride at Dawn," the fine line between bachelorette trips and cults, and the benefits of more creative avenues available to women pursuing a career in comedy. Berner and Kosta also bond over their common tennis-to-comedy career paths.

87. Barbara McQuade

August 7, 2024

Michael Kosta on Tim Walz's debut at Philadelphia's rowdy Harris rally, the GOP struggle to find an attack line on the new VP candidate, and Republicans descending into tampon turmoil. Plus, Troy Iwata investigates why Trump is calling Harris and Walz communists and discovers other secret commies. With Kamala Harris now the nominee, conservatives are breaking out their old standbys: racism and misogyny. In a new installment of "In My Opinion," Charlamagne Tha God refutes the right's claims that Harris is a DEI hire who lies about her race, and calls on the media to help filter out the bulls**t. University of Michigan Law School professor and former U.S. Attorney Barbara McQuade joins Michael Kosta to discuss her new book, "Attack From Within: How Disinformation is Sabotaging America." She explains how "disinformation" — the deliberate use of lies — is different from misinformation, how tactics like declinism and nostalgia are being used by the far-right in the current election cycle, and how regular Americans can take control by advocating for social media regulations and staying media literate.

86. Ed Helms

August 6, 2024

Michael Kosta gets to know Tim Walz, the Minn. governor Kamala Harris chose as her running mate. While the Trump campaign claims the vice presidential candidate will "unleash hell on earth," Democrats love his political record and "Midwestern dad af" vibes. Plus, Josh Johnson weighs in on why Walz is the "right type of white guy" for this race. Jordan Klepper heads to Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, to ask Trump supporters how they're handling Biden dropping out, Harris jumping in, Vance and Walz as VP candidates, and having to retire the "F**k Joe Biden" chant. Actor, writer, producer, and former "Daily Show" correspondent Ed Helms sits down with Michael Kosta to discuss his podcast "SNAFU" about history's most famous screw-ups. They talk about the FBI break-in that inspired the second season of "SNAFU," Betty Metzger, the Washington Post journalist who exposed the FBI's excessive surveillance, visiting "The Daily Show" after 18 years, and how the recognition of the show impacted him and helped a fellow castmate get into the RNC.

83. Roxane Gay

August 5, 2024

Michael Kosta covers all things Olympics, including an American runner who won by a hair, a pole vaulter with interfering genitalia, and an Algerian boxer whose womanhood is challenged. As the election grows closer, RFK Jr.'s bear carcass dump has him securing his place as the weirdest candidate, and Desi Lydic reveals other confessions we can expect from him.

82. Adam Kinzinger

August 1, 2024

Ronny Chieng tackles Donald Trump's continued attacks on Kamala Harris's racial identity, this time citing... Mindy Kaling's Instagram? JD Vance handles his own race problems with a lukewarm defense of his wife against white supremacists, and Ronny runs down Harris's options for a running mate, who, as Desi Lydic explains, absolutely cannot be a woman. "If you have a right to vote in this country we should make it as accessible and easy for you to vote. If you can't win, then go out and get better ideas to get people to vote for you." Former GOP Congressman Adam Kinzinger sits down with Ronny Chieng to discuss Power the Polls, a national non-partisan effort to recruit the next generation of poll workers to ensure safe and fair elections for all voters. They talk about the social and political divisiveness of Congress, why Republicans feel threatened by voting access, and why "old school" Republicans should consider supporting Kamala Harris. Oscar-nominated actor Hong Chau joins Ronny Chieng to discuss her latest film, "The Instigators," and her incredible career in Hollywood. They talk about her luck in being discovered by directors for roles, being in the spotlight as an introvert, her incredible journey from Vietnam to America, and trying Ronny's wife's famous Banh Bo cake.

81. Black Pumas

July 31, 2024

Ronny Chieng tackles Trump's painful attempt at Black voter outreach, which included insulting Black journalists and accusing Kamala Harris of not being Black. Plus, Megan Thee Stallion declares "Hotties for Harris" at an Atlanta campaign rally, and Michael Kosta has a plan to keep the Democrats' newfound excitement going. Grammy-nominated band Black Pumas performs "Gemini Sun" from their latest album, "Chronicles of a Diamond."

80. Jon M. Chu

July 30, 2024

Ronny Chieng zooms in on the white guys who are fired up for Kamala Harris and finds out why the Democrats are calling Donald Trump & JD Vance "weird." Plus, Grace Kuhlenschmidt gets the scoop on those childless cat ladies Vance has been trash-talking. The heat is kicking our ass more than usual this summer. In an all-new Back in Black, Lewis Black takes a look at what climate change is up to now, from soda cans exploding on airplanes to the tourists who are finding out why Death Valley is called that. Chasing your dreams is a routine, it isn't a goal or a destination. Director Jon M. Chu sits down with Ronny Chieng to discuss his new book, Viewfinder: A Memoir of Seeing and Being Seen. They talk about how Jon cast Ronny in "Crazy Rich Asians" after spotting him on The Daily Show, reimagining the American Dream and his advice to young dreamers, and why he was drawn to direct the Wicked Witch's backstory in the upcoming film adaptation of Wicked.

79. Pete Buttigieg

July 29, 2024

Jon Stewart tackles Joe Biden's withdrawal from the presidential race, new presumptive nominee Kamala Harris, and the reactions on both sides, from a re-energized Democratic party to flailing Republicans' flimsy coup claims. Plus, Josh Johnson on the right's new strategic talking points against Harris, which range from sexist all the way to racist. "What's the point of having a conversation if you're not speaking to people who don't already agree with you?" Pete Buttigieg talks to Jon Stewart about why he goes on Fox News, the significance of President Joe Biden stepping aside to make room for Kamala Harris as the presumptive Democratic nominee, the possibility of being vetted for vice president, and his thoughts on Trump's own VP pick, JD Vance.

78. Indecision 2024: The Republican National Convention

July 18, 2024

Host Jordan Klepper provides live coverage of the Republican National Convention.

77. Scott Galloway

July 17, 2024

Ronny Chieng recaps RNC night 2, including Lara Trump's many reminders of who her father-in-law is, Vivek Ramaswamy's weak appeal to Gen Z, and Sarah Huckabee Sanders's many minor tragedies. Plus, Michael Kosta says goodbye to the convention's short lived unity theme. Is Trump's running mate, Ohio Senator J.D. Vance, capable of serving as Vice President of the United States? And most importantly, how do we feel about his facial hair? Jordan Klepper and Desi Lydic join to offer their expert analysis. NYU Professor, entrepreneur, podcast host, and bestselling author Scott Galloway talks to Ronny Chieng about his latest book, "The Algebra of Wealth." He touches on tips for young people wishing to build a nest egg for themselves, but also points to a larger system run by senior politicians that repeatedly funnels wealth toward boomers at the expense of younger generations. He stresses the importance of electing officials who represent the average age of the electorate and can actually relate to the issues faced by today's young middle class.

76. Bill O'Reilly

July 16, 2024

Jon Stewart unpacks the opening night of the RNC, where Republicans called for unity while attacking the Democrats' agenda, and J.D. Vance made his big reveal as VP candidate. Plus, Jon weighs in on Biden's feisty NBC interview with Lester Holt, and the flood of internet conspiracies in the wake of the assassination attempt of Donald Trump. Bill O'Reilly sits down with Jon Stewart, despite their differing ideologies, to discuss his new book "Confronting the Presidents." The two talk about political fanaticism following the assassination attempt against Donald Trump, whether we're experiencing a unique time of polarization, the danger of monetizing anger and hate speech, and debating the real-life consequences of the 2024 election in good faith.

75. Episode 75

July 12, 2024

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74. Episode 74

July 11, 2024

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73. Elizabeth Dias & Lisa Lerer

July 10, 2024

Desi Lydic and Jordan Klepper cover the latest news surrounding the Biden campaign, including a call from George Clooney for Biden to step down. Plus, they tackle Trump's latest rally ramblings, including his assertion that fentanyl is easier to get than groceries, and the problem with airports? Since the last election, Trump has been a big proponent of the Taiwan-based electronic manufacturer Foxconn's opening of a massive factory in Wisconsin, promising thousands of new jobs. But millions of taxpayer dollars and zero manufactured goods later, it seems like the people of Wisconsin have been Fox-conned. Ronny Chieng investigates. New York Times reporters Elizabeth Dias & Lisa Lerer sit down with Desi Lydic & Jordan Klepper to talk about their new book, "The Fall of Roe: The Rise of a New America." They discuss the conservative Christian movement to restore traditional families through abortion bans, why the overturning of Roe v. Wade blindsided Democrats, the long-term threats to IVF and contraception, and how the movement seized levers of power to influence law.

72. Aasif Mandvi

July 9, 2024

Desi Lydic & Jordan Klepper cover Trump's contradictory tweet about Project 2025, President Biden's Parkinson's panic, and Gwyneth Paltrow's shitty house guest. Michael Kosta also helps Desi & Jordan get to the bottom of all of Biden's medical house calls. Polls show that Trump's support among Black voters is up almost 20 points from the last election, so Josh Johnson sat down with a panel of Black voters to ask, "Do we f**k with Trump?" Former Daily Show correspondent and star of Paramount Plus' "Evil" Aasif Mandvi reminisces with Jordan Klepper and Desi Lydic about some of his most memorable field pieces, from asking former Florida governor Rick Scott for a urine test, to nearly being arrested in a two-headed fish costume. He also discusses what it means for him to play a sexy character in the horror-comedy series "Evil."

71. A.J. Jacobs

July 8, 2024

Jon Stewart has some concerns in the aftermath of Joe Biden's debate performance. Jon digs into the backlash to America's bed-wetting panic over Biden's incoherence, some of the president's recent slip-ups, the future of the Democratic candidate, and Biden's promise in an ABC interview with George Stephanopoulos to give "fighting fascism" his all.Joe Biden said he might drop out of the race if the "Lord Almighty" came down and told him to. So has anyone asked any divine beings their thoughts? Jon Stewart and The Daily Show News Team help deliver that godly message to Joe Biden from above. Journalist and best-selling author A.J. Jacobs joins Jon Stewart to discuss his new book "The Year of Living Constitutionally," which addresses a timely question: What does the Constitution actually say? He shares his insight on the Founding Fathers' mindsets, how they'd react to the current political system, and living by the legal document word for word, down to writing by quill.

70. Lori Gottlieb

June 27, 2024

Jon Stewart goes live after CNN's presidential debate to unpack Biden's senior moments and Trump's blatant lies. Psychotherapist and best-selling author of "Maybe You Should Talk to Someone" Lori Gottlieb joins Jon Stewart to discuss the impact of the debate on mental health and anxiety. They break down the difference between productive and unproductive anxiety during an election cycle, clashing with people on social media, how to deal with the existential fear perpetuated by news outlets, and in order to avoid anxiety, make sure you're not surrounded by assholes.

69. Sharon Lerner

June 26, 2024

Michael Kosta reports on the highs and lows of yesterday's primaries, the Supreme Court's ruling that makes it easier for politicians to accept bribes as "tips," and AI's effect on the music industry as record labels scramble to protect their artists from fake tunes. Plus, a helium-leaking spaceship from Boeing has left two astronauts stranded, and Ronny Chieng joins with updates from the ISS. ProPublica reporter Sharon Lerner sits down with Michael Kosta to discuss her latest piece in collaboration with The New Yorker on 3M's use and concealment of forever chemicals. They talk about how the company's secrets came to light, where people can find forever chemicals, and what it takes to be a good investigative journalist.

68. Peter S. Goodman

June 25, 2024

Michael Kosta reports on WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange's prison release, Alex Jones's shameless cash grab as his conspiracy network Infowars shutters, and a new Surgeon General advisory warning against, uh, gun violence? Plus, China one-upped America's lunar landing by visiting the far side of the moon, and Josh Johnson shares some advice on how the U.S. can reassert its supremacy. "Consumers are not going to save us from the vulnerabilities of the global supply chain. It's going to take regulation, it's going to take labor mobilization." Peter S. Goodman, New York Times global economics correspondent and author of "How the World Ran Out of Everything: Inside the Global Supply Chain," joins Michael Kosta to discuss American business and consumer reliance on a rickety supply chain, the need for anti-trust enforcement, and creating a more resilient supply chain that's not just optimized for big box retailers and investors.

67. Paul W. Downs

June 24, 2024

With Biden and Trump set to face-off in their first presidential debate of 2024, Michael Kosta is taking a look at each candidate's preparation. While Joe Biden is practicing being insulted at mock debates, Trump is lowering expectations, accusing Biden of doping, and making up some new words, like "refuttal." Desi Lydic and Troy Iwata weigh in with a debate over the best type of debate prep. Emmy-winning writer, actor, and co-creator of the hit Max series "Hacks" Paul W. Downs talks to Michael Kosta about his multi-hyphenate role at the show, what it means in comedy to be a "hack," how people outside of showbiz can relate to the character of Deborah Vance, and how The Daily Show brought him and his "Broad City" co-star Ilana Glazer into each other's lives.

66. Ebon Moss-Bachrach

June 20, 2024

Ronny Chieng & Desi Lydic dive into Vladimir Putin & Kim Jong-un's lively boys trip in North Korea, the climate protester attack on Stonehenge and Taylor Swift's private jet, and Louisiana's new bill blurring the lines of church and state. Plus, Michael Kosta stops by to evaluate whether Republicans can handle the moral standards of the Ten Commandments. Emmy Award-winning actor Ebon Moss-Bachrach joins Desi Lydic and Ronny Chieng to talk about his character's evolution on the upcoming season of "The Bear." They discuss how he gets a chance to mouth off as Cousin Richie, his chemistry with the cast, and how he's preparing for his role as The Thing in Marvel's upcoming "Fantastic Four."

65. Rosalind Chao

June 18, 2024

Desi Lydic and Ronny Chieng report on the Boston Celtics' record 18th NBA Championship win, which they'll be celebrating in Miami? Plus, in a special edition of Indecision 2024, the two go behind the campaigns of rage-baiting candidates like Senate hopeful Royce White, who's turned the race into an episode of "Jerry Springer," and Valentina Gomez, who hopes to become Secretary of State in Missouri by burning books and yelling at gays. Josh Johnson joins to suggest alternative career opportunities for these out-there candidates.Actor and star of Netflix's "3 Body Problem," Rosalind Chao, sits down with Desi Lydic and longtime friend Ronny Chieng to discuss his strange texting habits, Eastern vs. Western sci-fi tropes, "3 Body Problem" as a glimpse into our ill-fated future, and coaching Ronny on how to nail the American accent by repeating "I hate myself."

64. Rev. Dr. William Barber

June 17, 2024

Trump called the RNC host city of Milwaukee a horrible place and is now trying to pass the insult off as a concern about crime. Jon Stewart digs into the Right's fearmongering obsession: crime in big cities. Republicans want you to believe that "lawless" Democrats are to blame, but when it comes to Democrat-run city crime, it turns out the guns are coming from red states. Protestant minister, social activist, and Yale Divinity School professor Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II sits down with Jon Stewart to discuss his latest book, "White Poverty: How Exposing Myths About Race and Class Can Reconstruct American Democracy." Barber talks about the staggering statistics of poverty in America which have long been misrepresented, the need for politicians to pay attention to this huge portion of the population and mobilizing poor and low wage people of every race to vote, and leading the June 29th Mass Poor People's & Low-Wage Workers' Assembly and Moral March on Washington D.C.

63. Maya Hawke

June 13, 2024

Jordan Klepper reports on Biden's G7 Summit trip to Italy, Trump's appearance on Logan Paul's podcast, and Trump's first Capitol visit since January 6. Plus, Grace Kuhlenschmidt offers a woman's perspective on the Supreme Court's vote to protect access to the abortion pill. Actor and musician Maya Hawke sits down with Jordan Klepper to discuss her role in Disney's "Inside Out 2" and her new album "Chaos Angel." She reveals how she tapped into her own feelings to portray Anxiety, growing up with performer parents, and the different ways audiences can interpret her song "Hang in There."

62. Jeremy O. Harris

June 12, 2024

Jordan Klepper reports on Fox News and the GOP's conspiratorial reactions to Hunter Biden's felony conviction and why Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest is barring its world champ Joey Chestnut. Plus, Desi Lydic weighs in on the Republican Party's perennial unhappiness. Charlamagne Tha God argues that Democrats need to be more direct in their messaging if they want to win. Communicate authentically and candidly with their base, like Trump does with the GOP. Luckily, politicians like Rep. Jasmine Crockett, who clapped back at MTG, and Vice President Kamala Harris can provide a compass. Jeremy O. Harris, playwright of the critically acclaimed "Slave Play," talks to Jordan Klepper about making his directorial debut with the new HBO documentary "Slave Play. Not a Movie. A Play" and how he used the film as a platform for "theater supremacy." Harris also discusses bringing "Slave Play" to London, the type of uncomfortable experience he wants audiences to have at the play, and the importance of preserving the live theater medium, for both creatives and audiences.

61. Kevin Bacon

June 11, 2024

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60. Monica McNutt

June 10, 2024

It's Pride Month! While some corporations like Target are hiding their pride for the sake of loud conservatives, others are doing everything they can to virtue signal to consumers. Jon Stewart rips off the mask of corporate "values" and examines how corporations will perform caring about issues like DEI, climate change, or patriotism, as long as it means bigger profits, and how quickly they backtrack on those moral stands when it no longer suits their bottom line. "While Caitlin is fantastic and I think she's going to have an incredible career in the WNBA, there were women who were worthy of coverage prior to her, and I will not be silenced when it comes to that." Basketball analyst, host, ESPN reporter, and NY Knicks Radio analyst Monica NcNutt breaks down her viral debate with Stephen A. Smith about Caitlin Clark and the WNBA and discusses the larger underlying issues of gender, race, and class that impact the way people talk about women's basketball. She and Jon Stewart discuss the WNBA's journey to this moment of boosted popularity, and what new fans of the league should know about the women who have spent the last 30 years building it.

59. George Conway

June 7, 2024

Ronny Chieng looks at Biden's trip to France to honor D-Day, Steve Bannon's prison date, Trump's VP vetting process getting underway, and Ron DeSantis and the GOP waging war on Pride month. "The way that Donald Trump is going to get beaten is at the ballot box, and I'm pretty confident he will be." Conservative attorney George Conway sits down with Ronny Chieng to discuss the criminal and civil cases against Trump, how the former president influenced him to leave the Republican party, and offers advice for Americans going into the upcoming election.

58. Ken Buck

June 3, 2024

Jon Stewart breaks down the response to Trump's guilty verdict from Joe Biden and the media, as well as the GOP's vow for revenge and hypocritical complaint about Democrats pursuing "political prosecutions." Plus, Jon pleads with the media to act a little more like the court system and examine evidence and reach conclusions, instead of wildly speculating on future realities. "The message of [the GOP] is really whatever Trump wants, having nothing to do with conservative principles." Former Republican Colorado Representative Ken Buck joins Jon Stewart to discuss his early resignation from Congress and why he doesn't align with the principles of the MAGA wing of the Republican Party. They talk about the shift of news media to entertainment, Trump's claims that everything unfavorable to him is "fraud," and whether Trump's hush money trial and verdict was a step toward eliminating corruption or a dangerous precedent of elected officials being targeted by the justice system.

57. Joel Kim Booster

June 5, 2024

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56. Marlon Wayans

June 4, 2024

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55. Ken Buck

June 3, 2024

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54. John Legend

May 23, 2024

Michael Kosta dives into Justice Sam Alito's collection of radical right-wing flags hung outside his house, Nikki Haley's backhanded endorsement for Trump, and daily weed use surpassing alcohol consumption. Plus, Troy Iwata unpacks the meaning of Alito's controversial flags. EGOT-winning artist John Legend sits down with Michael Kosta to discuss his new audio documentary "Afghan Star" about a singing competition show that created a cultural movement. Legend relays stories of people who risked their lives for music during Taliban control, the television show that unlocked opportunities for women and re-instilled a love of music in a whole generation. They talk about taking music and voting for granted, and how to channel this newfound appreciation into the 2024 election.

53. JB Smoove

May 22, 2024

Michael Kosta reports on a new poll from "The Guardian," showing that Americans believe the economy is shrinking, the stock market is down, and unemployment is at a 50-year-high. Plus, RFK Jr. issues an appeal to amateur traders on Reddit, and Trump claims that Joe Biden tried to assassinate him during the Mar-a-Lago raid two years ago. Thankfully, Josh Johnson joins to explain what's really going on behind the scenes at Biden HQ. "We take everything we've been through and we rearrange it to make you laugh." Comedian and actor JB Smoove sits down with Michael Kosta to talk about the final season of the hit series "Curb Your Enthusiasm." They discuss the differences between him and his character, Leon Black, making Larry David laugh, and how stand-up comedians are like therapists.

52. May 21, 2024

May 21, 2024

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51. May 20, 2024

May 20, 2024

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50. May 16, 2024

May 16, 2024

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49. May 15, 2024

May 15, 2024

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48. May 14, 2024

May 14, 2024

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47. May 13, 2024

May 13, 2024

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46. May 10, 2024

May 10, 2024

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45. May 9, 2024

May 9, 2024

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44. May 8, 2024

May 8, 2024

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43. May 7, 2024

May 7, 2024

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42. May 6, 2024

May 6, 2024

Jordan Klepper tackles Trump's collection of gag-order violations and the ongoing ass-kissing pageant for his VP pick, which includes South Dakota Governor and puppy executioner Kristi Noem. Plus, Michael Kosta stops by to give city folk a reality check about life on a farm. Jonathan Haidt, a social psychologist and professor of ethical leadership at NYU, joins Jordan Klepper to discuss his latest best-selling book "The Anxious Generation," which theorizes how the "rewiring" of childhood may be impacting young people's mental health. They talk about the influence of cell phones and social media, the loss of risk in childhood, and four norms that can give Gen Z kids a chance to have "a real human childhood."

41. April 25, 2024

April 25, 2024

Jordan Klepper and Ronny Chieng dive into Trump's double trials, as his lawyers argue to the Supreme Court that he should have complete immunity and David Pecker of "The Enquirer" airs out his dirty laundry. Plus, in the midst of an upcoming election, Trump hits up a construction site while denouncing Bill Barr's endorsement, and Michael Kosta joins to discuss why he should be above the law. As protests for Gaza ramp up on college campuses, the de-escalation effort doesn't seem to be...de-escalating. Ronny Chieng and Jordan Klepper break down the police crackdown, as well as politicians like Mike Johnson and Benjamin Netanyahu weighing in.

40. April 24, 2024

April 24, 2024

Ronny Chieng and Jordan Klepper question just how "courageous" Speaker Mike Johnson is for finally allowing a Ukraine aid bill through the House, Pete Buttigieg forces airlines to pay back disappointed passengers, and Grace Kuhlenschmidt weighs in on teachers being allowed to carry guns in Tennessee. "I'm not going to let other people determine what I am or am not capable of accomplishing, simply because of the color of my skin and my last name." Rep. Andy Kim, of New Jersey's 3rd District, chats with Ronny Chieng and Jordan Klepper about his Senate run and Asian-American representation in politics, why working in Congress feels like "the world's worst reality TV show," and how America can solidify its role in the 21st century amidst growing neo-isolationism.

39. April 23, 2024

April 23, 2024

Jon Stewart weighs in on the media's overblown coverage of Trump's criminal trial, from sketch-artist interviews to following his motorcade via helicopter, and how the airtime contradicts their stated goal to give him less airtime. Plus, Daily Show alum Jessica Williams surprises us with some joyful benefits of following the Trump trial story. "There is a fight about free expression in America too, at the moment and I feel like I'm in that fight, I have a dog in that fight." Esteemed author, Salman Rushdie speaks with Jon Stewart about his memoir, "Knife," recounting his brush with death along with the subsequent journey of healing and the fight for free expression currently happening in the United States from the ongoing protests on college campuses to critiques of Taylor Swift's music.

38. April 22, 2024

April 22, 2024

Jon Stewart weighs in on the media's overblown coverage of Trump's criminal trial, from sketch-artist interviews to following his motorcade via helicopter, and how the airtime contradicts their stated goal to give him less airtime. Plus, Daily Show alum Jessica Williams surprises us with some joyful benefits of following the Trump trial story. "There is a fight about free expression in America too, at the moment and I feel like I'm in that fight, I have a dog in that fight." Esteemed author, Salman Rushdie speaks with Jon Stewart about his memoir, "Knife," recounting his brush with death along with the subsequent journey of healing and the fight for free expression currently happening in the United States from the ongoing protests on college campuses to critiques of Taylor Swift's music.

37. April 19, 2024

April 19, 2024

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36. April 18, 2024

April 18, 2024

Dulcé Sloan reports on the latest Capitol Hill drama, where Marjorie Taylor Greene is waging a war against Speaker Mike Johnson, and Trump is asking Republican candidates for a cut of their campaign funds. Plus, intense media coverage of Trump's New York criminal trial just cost the court a juror and Troy Iwata weighs in on privacy concerns. Country singer-songwriter Brittney Spencer joins Dulcé Sloan for her first late-night interview to discuss how her debut album "My Stupid Life" is an invitation for everyone to love country music, the excitement of being a Black woman in country music at this moment, and what it was like to be featured on Beyoncé's cover of "Blackbird."

35. April 17, 2024

April 17, 2024

Dulcé Sloan takes on Nike's skimpy design for Team USA's women's track and field Olympians, Endless Shrimp comes to an end as Red Lobster considers bankruptcy, and Donald Trump visits a bodega in NYC as jury selection makes headway. Plus, Josh Johnson tries to wiggle his way into stardom by being selected for Trump's jury. Actor and adventure enthusiast Orlando Bloom chats with Dulcé Sloan about his new docuseries "Orlando Bloom: To the Edge," where he pushed himself to the limits in attempts to master wingsuiting, free diving, and rock climbing. They discuss how the experience helped him stay present, the spiritual journey he embarked on, and what it was like portraying himself on-camera.

34. April 16, 2024

April 16, 2024

Dulcé Sloan kicks off her hosting week with difficult jury selection for Trump's criminal hush money trial and his long list of excuses for getting out of his court dates. Plus, Jordan Klepper Fingers the Pulse outside of the New York County Criminal Court, where a jury of Trump's supporters have already rendered their verdicts. Mayan Lopez, co-creator, writer, and star of the NBC sitcom "Lopez vs. Lopez," talks to Dulcé Sloan about the responsibility of being the only Latino-centered sitcom on TV right now. She discusses making her own name in comedy while working with her dad, playing a fictionalized version of herself, and using the show to have difficult conversations about family and identity.

33. April 15, 2024

April 15, 2024

Jon Stewart unpacks Iran launching missiles at Israel and resident Civil War historian Donald Trump claiming to be the solution. Plus, with Trump's criminal trial beginning, Desi Lydic, Ronny Chieng, and Josh Johnson go head-to-head to decide which persecuted martyr he resembles most. White House and National Security Correspondent David E. Sanger joins Jon Stewart to discuss his latest book "New Cold Wars." Sanger details how America's "arrogance" in the decades after the Cold War led to underestimating Russia's imperialistic plans, including its invasion of Ukraine, and how a similar pattern is unfolding with China. They also discuss how America's foreign policy track record might impact its role in simultaneous "new cold wars" with Russia and China.

32. April 11, 2024

April 11, 2024

Michael Kosta reports on the fallout from Arizona's nearly complete abortion ban, sending the GOP into scramble mode. Plus, Jordan Klepper joins Kosta for an enlightening new segment, "Men Talk About Abortion." Are you a politician afraid of going viral for falling down the stairs? Worry no more! Stair Sherpa is the only app where you can request a beefy man in your area to carry you safely up and down any staircase. Nothing embarrassing about this! Cultural critic, poet, and best-selling author Hanif Abdurraqib joins Michael Kosta to discuss his new book "There's Always This Year" and how the game of basketball can illuminate our understanding of time, urgency, and mortality. Abdurraqib reflects on turning 40, how to reframe aging, the kind of ascension we should strive for, and how to utilize nostalgia as a tool for improvement.

31. April 10, 2024

April 10, 2024

Michael Kosta tackles the Biden administration's new standard for limiting so-called "forever chemicals" in drinking water, the USPS's announcement to raise the price of postage stamps, and Democrats' call for Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor to retire. Plus, Troy Iwata joins to offer up some youthful options as her replacement. Michael Kosta sits down with the members of the Grammy Award-winning band Vampire Weekend, Ezra Koenig, Chris Baio, and Chris Tomson. The group discusses the story behind the cover of their new album, "Only God Was Above Us," being an iconic NYC band living in LA, and what inspired their podcast, "Vampire Campfire."

30. April 9, 2024

April 9, 2024

Michael Kosta reports on the aftermath of the solar eclipse as Google searches for "my eyes hurt" skyrocket. Plus, a new legal precedent is set by a verdict in Michigan, which found a school shooter's parents guilty. Also, Biden makes his appeal to young voters with a new student loan debt forgiveness plan, and Josh Johnson weighs in on just how much cash it'll take to sell the idea to young people. Donald Trump is changing his tune on abortion yet again, this time to attract voters in the 2024 election, while Arizona is turning to abortion laws from the 1860s. Award-winning director and writer Alex Garland sits down with Michael Kosta to discuss his new dystopian thriller "Civil War." The filmmaker talks about his intention to inspire conversation, why he chose to set the film in America, and the importance of journalism in a system of checks and balances.

29. April 8, 2024

April 8, 2024

Jon Stewart checks in on the war in Gaza and interrogates how America's purported values stack up against its support of Israel. Plus, Ronny Chieng and Grace Kuhlenschmidt report from the eclipse's path of totality with startling different reports. "History is not always a great teacher. Leadership matters, and we are in a crisis of leadership in the world." CNN Chief International Anchor Christiane Amanpour sits down with Jon Stewart to discuss the unprecedented difficulty in covering the war in Gaza, the squashed Middle East peace process of the 1990s, and Muslim countries abandoning Palestinians. Christiane also discusses showcasing diverse viewpoints and opinions on her show, "The Amanpour Hour," including one Israeli woman who told her, "We must make friends with our enemies, otherwise we will keep dying."

28. April 4, 2024

April 4, 2024

Desi Lydic unpacks Trump's attempt to change Nebraska's electoral vote system, why the New York Marathon is pissed at the MTA, and the upcoming solar eclipse. Plus, Ronny Chieng and Jordan Klepper have a good old-fashioned moon versus sun debate. "It's a tough time in America right now and we all have to pay attention to whether we stay a democracy or not." Sebastian Junger and Ken Harbaugh, executive producers and writers of the award-winning documentary film, "Against All Enemies," sit down with Desi Lydic to discuss the wave of veterans joining extremist groups. Particularly popular for offering a sense of purpose and mission, they examine the danger of trained veterans participating in January 6th, domestic terrorist groups under the cover of political parties, and Trump's blatant disrespect for veterans.

27. April 3, 2024

April 3, 2024

Desi Lydic breaks down why Donald Trump and Fox News conservatives are losing their minds over Easter falling on the same day as Trans Visibility Day, and Michael Kosta finds a way to spin the negative news cycle into a win-win for both holidays. Actress Alison Brie stops by to discuss the mystery and dysfunctional family dynamics in her new Peacock series "Apples Never Fall," how working with so many talented women on "GLOW" inspired her to do more behind the camera, and what it was like working so closely with her husband Dave Franco on "Together," a horror film about a codependent couple.

26. April 2, 2024

April 2, 2024

Desi Lydic dives into Trump's billion-dollar loss on Truth Social, the future of abortion in Florida following two major rulings, and how the media can't stop talking about what a moment women's basketball is having. Plus, Josh Johnson and Desi try to decipher what happened at the three-point line when North Carolina took on Texas. Representative Colin Allred of Texas's 32nd District sits down with Desi Lydic to discuss running for Senate against Ted Cruz, his plans to protect and restore women's reproductive rights, the importance of paternity leave, and what's at stake in the upcoming election.

25. April 1, 2024

April 1, 2024

Jon Stewart tackles the AI revolution and how its creators are promising a better future while building technology to make human workers obsolete. Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan joins Jon Stewart to discuss her work with the "small but mighty" government agency in protecting Americans against unfair business practices. They discuss the agency's antitrust lawsuit against Amazon, successes within the healthcare industry, and if there's an arms race between tech companies to wield control over artificial intelligence.

24. March 28, 2024

March 28, 2024

Jordan Klepper takes on Biden's star-studded fundraiser at Radio City Music Hall, crypto mogul Sam Bankman-Fried's prison sentencing, and the new congestion pricing that is enraging New Yorkers, except for Grace Kuhlenschmidt, who has a foolproof plan for avoiding any traffic fees. In a new installment of In My Opinion, contributor Leslie Jones returns to The Daily Show to implore America not to make the catastrophic decision of electing Donald Trump. "We all realized, I certainly did, that this was going to be the career event of my life". Music legend Huey Lewis sits down with Jordan Klepper to discuss his new Broadway musical "The Heart of Rock and Roll", being part of the career defining "We Are the World", fumbling through producing his own music videos, and deciding which iconic records from 1984 he would F**k, Marry, or Kill.

23. March 27, 2024

March 27, 2024

Jordan Klepper reports on Ronna McDaniel's short-lived stint at NBC News and the key question it raises: How should America deal with the people who denied the results of the 2020 election and stormed the Capitol on January 6th, 2021? "You can do small things to reclaim privacy and make sure that, you know, parties that don't need your data don't get it." NOTUS investigative reporter Byron Tau talks to Jordan Klepper about his new book, "Means of Control," which explores the culture of surveillance created through a mass market of user data to track and target people for advertising and, in some cases, more nefarious purposes. Tau also offers basic steps anyone can take to reclaim some privacy and protect their information.

22. March 26, 2024

March 26, 2024

Jordan Klepper tackles Trump's new branded Bibles and how right-wing media is rushing to blame the Baltimore bridge collapse on Democratic policy. Plus, Josh Johnson weighs in on Florida's social media ban for children under 14, and what this means for the rising generation of schoolyard bullies. CNN anchor, chief national security analyst, and bestselling author Jim Sciutto joins Jordan Klepper to discuss his new book "The Return of Great Powers" and the importance of communication with Russia and China, the crisis of education on supporting NATO, and how we can learn from history to avoid a nuclear world war.

21. March 25, 2024

March 25, 2024

Jon Stewart examines Donald Trump's deadline to come up with the $454 million bond in his civil fraud case and deconstructs investment talking heads like Kevin O'Leary calling Trump's actions a "victimless crime." Gary Clark Jr. sits down with Jon Stewart to discuss his new album "JPEG RAW." The Grammy Award-winning musician opens up about his candid new song "Habits," collaborating with Stevie Wonder and George Clinton, and how time spent alone gave him the freedom to branch out musically.

20. March 14, 2024

March 14, 2024

Desi Lydic and Michael Kosta dive into Elon Musk taking his ball and going home after his interview with Don Lemon, Donald Trump painting himself as the "loneliest" president in history, and Boeing adding another airplane malfunction to the list. Plus, the Best F**kin' News Team covers Russia's presidential "election." "It's never too late to reinvent yourself." Tony Award-winning actor and singer Renée Elise Goldsberry, who stars in the comedy series "Girls5eva" on Netflix, stops by to give a peek at what Season 3 has in store, shares how the characters inspire her to keep dreaming and aspiring at any age, and how her music career is coming full circle with her debut album release later this year.

19. March 13, 2024

March 13, 2024

Desi Lydic and Michael Kosta weigh in on RFK Jr. shortlisting Aaron Rodgers as his VP pick, South Dakota governor Kristy Noem doing sponcon for a Texas dentist, and Ronny Chieng calls on America to step up its misinformation game after the House passed a bill to ban TikTok. "It turns out, when you absorb all of humanity's knowledge, what you get is... you guessed it, unbelievably racist!" Lewis Black weighs in on the battle of woke vs. unwoke AI. From Elon Musk's anti-woke AI fail, to altered images of historical figures, Lewis Black has the solutions in the latest Back in Black. Tony Award-winning actor, comedian, and star of the new film "The American Society of Magical Negroes" David Alan Grier stops by to discuss how his latest project satirizes the "magical negro" trope in film and TV, his experience auditioning for those types of roles in Hollywood, and the enduring legacy of "In Living Color."

18. March 12, 2024

March 12, 2024

Desi Lydic and Michael Kosta unpack the conspiracy theories around Kate Middleton's whereabouts after the royal family's photoshop flub. Plus, royal watcher Grace Kuhlenschmidt weighs in with updated photos of the missing Princess. Journalist and author Jane Marie sits down with Michael Kosta and Desi Lydic to discuss her new book "Selling the Dream," which dives into the world of Multi-Level Marketing. They go deep into the allures of MLMs, the top-down recruitment system, how they prey on the underpaid woman's American dream, and the difficulty the FTC has in combatting them.

17. March 11, 2024

March 11, 2024

Jon Stewart unpacks Biden's fired-up State of the Union and Katie Britt's disastrous GOP kitchen rebuttal, then calls bulls**t on conservatives branding themselves the party of "true American patriots" and wrapping themselves in the Constitution, while their leader Trump's rhetoric sounds more like an undemocratic king. Harvard University professor Steven Levitsky, co-author of the bestsellers "Tyranny of the Minority" and "How Democracies Die," joins Jon Stewart to talk about how the Founding Fathers shaped elected democracy through improvisation, the challenge of constitutional reform, and the importance of improving and evolving democratic institutions.

16. March 7, 2024

March 7, 2024

Ronny Chieng dives into the CDC's decision to drop COVID isolation guidelines, how the U.S. dodged blockades they funded to aid Gaza, and the TSA's plan to make airport security even more annoying with self-service checkpoints. Plus, Troy Iwata reports from the New York subway system, where National Guards are conducting bag checks for some reason? Actor and comedian Awkwafina stops by to talk with her friend Ronny Chieng about the projects they've worked on together, including her latest film "Kung Fu Panda 4," what it was like working with Jack Black, and her family's place in the culinary history of Queens. Plus, Ronny gives Awkwafina the chance to interview HIM about his iconic role as "Fish" in "Kung Fu Panda 4."

15. March 6, 2024

March 6, 2024

Ronny Chieng reports on Super Tuesday, including Nikki Haley's decision to drop out of the Republican race, Mitch McConnell endorsing Trump, and drama in American Samoa, where Democrats opted for the relatively unknown Jason Palmer over President Biden. Plus, Michael Kosta and Grace Kuhlenschmidt check in with updates on the uncommitted primary voters. Comedian and actor Chelsea Peretti stops by to chat with Ronny Chieng about her directorial debut, the appropriately titled "First Time Female Director." They discuss their bond as comics, the film premiering at the Tribeca Film Festival, and the most challenging parts of making a movie.

14. March 5, 2024

March 5, 2024

Ronny Chieng explores the faux liberal policies of Kyrsten Sinema, who announced she's not seeking re-election, as well as the Trump team's push to court Black voters...with the help of A.I. Plus, Josh Johnson joins to discuss how Biden – and the Cookie Monster – are tackling shrinkflation on Sesame Street. "The world in which we live has been created by humans, and therefore humans can change it." Historian and bestselling author Yuval Noah Harari joins Ronny Chieng to discuss his new children's book, what evolutionary history can teach us about human responses like fears and cravings, and his concerns about AI and religions eventually being created by alien, non-human, intelligence.

13. March 4, 2024

March 4, 2024

Jon Stewart discusses Biden and Trump's recent visits to the Mexico border, how the GOP uses fear to advance their policy goals around immigration, and how the Democrats' struggle to deliver on their espoused values. "We're kinda in this doom loop where the border is the symbol of everything, but obviously, in a kind of commonsensical way, the only way to approach this broader problem is to deal with every aspect of the system." Jonathan Blitzer, New Yorker staff writer and author of "Everyone Who Is Gone Is Here," discusses with Jon Stewart the political dynamics at play that are preventing comprehensive immigration reform from getting passed in the U.S.

12. Feb 29, 2024

February 29, 2024

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11. Feb 28, 2024

February 28, 2024

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10. Feb 27, 2024

February 27, 2024

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9. Feb 26, 2024

February 26, 2024

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8. Feb 22, 2024

February 22, 2024

Desi 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."

7. Feb 21, 2024

February 21, 2024

Desi 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."

6. Feb 20, 2024

February 20, 2024

Desi 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."

5. Feb 19, 2024

February 19, 2024

Jon 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.

4. Feb 15, 2024

February 15, 2024

Jordan 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."

3. Feb 14, 2024

February 14, 2024

Jordan 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."

2. Feb 13, 2024

February 13, 2024

Jordan 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."

1. Feb 12, 2024

February 12, 2024

Host Jon Stewart returns to his place behind the desk for an unvarnished look at the 2024 election, with expert analysis from the Daily Show news team.

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