The Daily Show - Season 2

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.

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."

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."

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."

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.

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."

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."

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."

Jon 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.

Ronny 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."

Michigan 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."

Michael 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."

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. 

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.

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. 

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."

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.

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.

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." 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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."

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.

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."

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.

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.

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.

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. 

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."

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.

Jordan Klepper and Ronny Chieng tackle Jesse Watters labeling Trump being forced to sit in a courtroom for eight hours a day as cruel and unusual punishment and Joe Biden's controversial claim that his uncle was eaten by "cannibals" in New Guinea. Plus, Desi Lydic gives live updates on Trump's endless string of gag order hearings. Stephanie Kelton, bestselling author of "The Deficit Myth" and professor of economics and public policy, talks to Jordan Klepper and Ronny Chieng about changing our understanding of government spending through MMT, or Modern Money Theory. She also explains how the national deficit is not a number to be fearful of, but can be put to good use, and how government finance is far more flexible than you might think.

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. 

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.

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." 

Jordan Klepper recaps his favorite Met Gala looks, Putin puts on his own night of dictator opulence at his inauguration, and Troy Iwata weighs in on the disturbingly dirty details of Stormy Daniels's testimony during Trump's criminal hush money trial. Lexi Freiman, author of "The Book of Ayn", sits down with Jordan Klepper to discuss writing about narcissism and the benefits of cancel culture. They talk about using specificity to reach a broad audience with satire, how shedding your ego can lead to enlightenment, what it means to be selfish, and how the voices in Freiman's head are both her biggest critic and target audience.

Jordan Klepper dives into Governor Kristi Noem's disastrous PR attempt to clean up her book revelations about shooting a puppy and meeting Kim Jong Un, and RFK Jr.'s medical scare with a parasitic brain worm. Plus, Desi Lydic may or may not have fallen prey to RFK Jr.'s worm army. Tesla's stock price has plummeted over 40% this year, which is why they're relying heavily on the success of their latest robo-car release, the Cybertruck. In a new Back in Black, Lewis Black explains that between a massive recall, rusted metal, and a flesh-eating automatic trunk, it looks like the Cybertruck might be cyber-f**ked. Award-winning actor Matt Damon shares why he stepped behind the camera to produce the critically acclaimed documentary, "Kiss the Future," about Sarajevo's music scene, how one man convinced U2 to help keep the world's attention on the plight of Sarajevo during the Bosnian war, and how they fulfilled their promise to play a concert there helping bring people together after the war. Damon discusses how music and film can build empathy and dispel preconceptions that keep people more divided.

Jon Stewart tackles the media's obsession with Trump's hush money trial, while the GOP freaks out over Biden's new energy efficiency standards and a name change for the Boy Scouts. Meanwhile, Biden slows the flow of weapons to Israel, and after Trump shames Jewish Biden supporters, the Best F**kin' News Team stops by to give Jon a guilt trip. John Della Volpe, Harvard IOP polling director and author of "Fight: How Gen Z is Channeling Their Fear and Passion to Save America," joins Jon Stewart to discuss the Harvard Youth Poll. They talk about how economic stresses have been hard on Gen Z, whether the algorithm influences their opinions, and how the experiences of young people may differ from older generations.

Jon Stewart digs into the trial of comically corrupt Senator Robert Menendez of New Jersey, and in a new segment called "How Dumb Is You?" asks the senator how he got caught engaging in such obvious illegal corruption, while government officials like Nancy Pelosi, Richard Burr, and Roy Blunt have been getting away with legal corruption for years. "Babes" actor and writer Ilana Glazer sits down with Jon Stewart to discuss how her new film provides a much needed and accurate portrayal of pregnancy and motherhood. They talk about her bond with co-star Michelle Buteau, the struggle to get the film made, and how she spent Mother's Day as a new mom herself.

Desi Lydic reports on the latest updates from Trump's criminal trial, which has turned into a who's-who of wannabe vice presidents and political ass-kissers. Plus, an art installation connecting New York and Dublin turns into utter chaos, and ChatGPT debuts a flirty new voice to answer users that might just have Ronny Chieng and Josh Johnson sold on AI. Filmmaker, writer, actor, and artist Miranda July talks to Desi Lydic about how her new novel, "All Fours," is a coming-of-age story for any woman in her 40s who has "secret desires and anxieties about those desires and is wondering what's going on with her body and her marriage, and just her whole self." They discuss how many of the topics covered in the novel, like perimenopause, traumatic childbirth, and female sexual freedom, often go undiscussed, and July explains the difference between a "driver" and a "parker."

Desi Lydic tackles Biden & Trump's feisty calls for a pre-election debate without worm-ridden opponent RFK Jr., Michael Kosta proposes we use the presidential debate as a geriatric fitness test, and King Charles sees red in his first portrait as king. Academy Award and Tony-nominated actress Amy Ryan joins Desi Lydic to discuss receiving her third Tony Award nomination for playing Sister Aloysius in "Doubt: A Parable," and having only one week to prepare for the Broadway role. Ryan also alludes to a major plot twist in her Apple TV+ series, "Sugar," and how the show puts a spin on the classic noir detective narrative. 

Desi Lydic provides an update on Trump's criminal trial, where his lawyers' attempts to discredit Michael Cohen turned into a roast of the former president. Plus, Sen. Menendez throws his wife under the bus at his corruption trial, and Josh Johnson weighs in on Virginia schools reinstating their Confederate namesakes. "Raising food with your family, preparing that food with your family, and just going about the daily life on a farm, you suddenly don't need modern distractions." Farmer and author Helen Rebanks and her farmhand, who happens to be Emmy Award-winning actor Nick Offerman, sit down with Desi Lydic to discuss Rebanks's book "The Farmer's Wife," which celebrates the often-invisible work carried out by women around the world. They chat about the origins of their friendship, their favorite recipes, and how Offerman reconnects to his roots on the farm.

Jon Stewart dives into Harrison Butker's controversial speech, the subsequent Fox News outrage that he's being canceled, and how the real purveyor of cancel culture is Donald Trump and the MAGA movement, who censor and silence any Republican who dare criticize their boy King. Co-founder and co-chair of the Commission on Presidential Debates Frank J. Fahrenkopf Jr. talks to Jon Stewart about founding the commission with the goal of representing voters from a nonpartisan perspective, how the media has affected debates over the years, and Trump and Biden's decision to go around the commission for their upcoming presidential debates.

Michael Kosta covers Trump not taking the stand during his hush money trial, Rudy Giuliani's new "tummy friendly" ground coffee company, an Australian billionaire demanding her portrait be removed from a museum, and Ronny Chieng defends Scarlett Johansson against ChatGPT nerds stealing her voice. "I was almost killed a number of times, which is different from the experience of dying." Sebastian Junger, author of "In My Time of Dying: How I Came Face-to-Face with the Idea of An Afterlife," joins Michael Kosta to discuss surviving an aneurysm and his new lease on life. He catalogs years of near-death experiences from surfing to war reporting, being faced with his dead father and the possibility of an afterlife, the terrifying nature of mortality and its ability to make life miraculous, and how the simple act of donating blood saved his life.

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.

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.

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.

Ronny Chieng dives into President Biden's executive order to close the border ahead of the election, which has both sides of the aisle up in arms. Plus, Trump stammers when asked if he would declassify the Epstein files and X, a.k.a. Twitter, announces it will allow porn. Plus, Desi Lydic joins Ronny to discuss North Korea sending trash balloons to South Korea. "I think the best comedians talk about themselves, talk about their pain." Comedian Marlon Wayans joins Ronny Chieng to discuss his new comedy special "Good Grief." They discuss honoring his late parents' memories and processing grief through laughter, his advice for young comedians, and how he gets away with riffing on celebrities.

Ronny Chieng shares the latest news on Trump's felony conviction, which has him seeking revenge on Hillary Clinton. Plus, Marjorie Taylor Greene hates New York, a viral TikTok elicits discourse around shopping cart safety, and Troy Iwata provides updates on an Amazonian tribe ruined by Elon Musk's Starlink internet. Emmy-nominated writer, actor and comedian Joel Kim Booster joins Ronny Chieng to discuss the Netflix documentary "Outstanding: A Comedy Revolution", which explores the history of queer comedy and its impact on social change. They reminisce about when they met, the importance of addressing topics people expect to keep behind the curtain, stand-up as the only true meritocracy, and how comedy precedes mission when onstage. 

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.

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.

Jordan Klepper tackles the Hunter Biden guilty verdict, as well as Justice Samuel Alito's wife, Martha-Ann Alito, caught on tape planning to fight Pride flags with more flags. Plus, Michael Kosta reveals how Governor Kathy Hochul's decision to scrap New York congestion pricing might have had something to do with the "Diner Effect." Award-winning actor Kevin Bacon sits down with Jordan Klepper to discuss his legendary acting career and latest films, "Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F" and "MaXXXine." They talk about fearlessly playing villains, starring alongside the hilarious Eddie Murphy, and 80s horror films as thinly veiled morality tales. Plus, Bacon reveals the marriage advice he gives those asking about his 36-year relationship with Kyra Sedgwick, "Don't take marriage advice from celebrities."

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.

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."

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.

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."

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."

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.

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.

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.

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. 

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.

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."

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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."

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."

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 (formerly Twitter) algorithms to control the global discourse, and how drug price transparency has changed the future of our healthcare system. 

Desi 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 the heels of the Paris Olympics, three-time gold medalist Gabby Thomas joins Desi Lydic to discuss her big wins for Team USA, a moment she spent five years training for. They talk about her mom's heartwarming reaction and lifelong encouragement, how Thomas's Harvard degree in neurobiology informed her athletic preparation and self-care, and advocating for equal access to healthcare through volunteer work in Texas.

Desi 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. Featuring an exclusive Daily Show Project 2025 video made just for Trump. America's democracy may not be the strongest, but it is the oldest! Grace Kuhlenschmidt explores the drawbacks of having a gerontocracy by chatting with UC Irvine neuropoietic researcher Mark Fisher, who explains how the brain deteriorates and what's really covered on a cognitive test. Plus, she visits Congressman Maxwell Frost for a younger politician's perspective. Actor, writer, producer, and director Mark Duplass talks to Desi Lydic about his second Emmy nomination for his role on the Apple TV+ series "The Morning Show," how the stress of live TV is the key to his performance, and his character's evolution going into Season 4. He also discusses why he continues to value making indie TV and film and his personal connection to the theme of mental health in his latest project, "Penelope."

With Republican strategists begging Trump to stop the insults and focus on the issues, Desi Lydic watches his "intellectual" speech on economic policy — which inevitably goes off the rails into a rant about Joe Biden's ice cream choices, Kamala Harris's laugh, and the problem with Tic Tacs. Plus, Troy Iwata on why Tic Tacs really do explain inflation. "We have to believe in things that we have not seen before in order to bring them about." Rebecca Traister, New York Magazine writer-at-large and author of "Good and Mad," and Brittney Cooper, Rutgers University professor and author of "Eloquent Rage," join Desi Lydic to discuss channeling anger as well as faith surrounding the election to motivate action. They talk about the unreasonable expectations that come with Kamala Harris breaking down firsts in her presidential campaign, how the Right portrayed their views of women at the RNC, and how Tim Walz can solve America's daddy issues.  

The Daily Show is in Chicago for night one of the DNC. Michael Kosta covers what to expect this week, including vague nightly themes, unsubstantiated rumors of surprise celebrity appearances, and a recycled Biden platform. Plus, Grace Kuhlenschmidt reports on a giant inflatable IUD and Jordan Klepper stops by to teach Tim Walz a thing or two about pandering to local crowds. To kick off night one of the DNC, former Chicago resident Jordan Klepper and Illinois Governor JB Pritzker take a tour of the city they love. They talk history, food, sports, and culture. And of course they stop for a drink or three along the way. "There's a lesson in every tough story." Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer joins fellow Michigander Michael Kosta during the Democratic National Convention in Chicago to discuss her bestselling book, "True Gretch: What I've Learned About Life, Leadership, and Everything in Between." She shares how taking on Donald Trump earned her the nickname "Big Gretch," bridging the gap between her constituents as governor, serving as a co-chair for the Harris-Walz presidential campaign and swing-state strategy.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Jordan Klepper unpacks the debate aftermath including Trump's insistence that he won, Taylor Swift's Kamala Harris endorsement, and the origin of the "immigrants eat our cats and dogs" conspiracy. After JD Vance doubles down on Trump's claim, Ronny Chieng visits Springfield to investigate the pet-eating allegations. City parking is never easy, but Philadelphia's courtesy towing policy takes inconvenience to a new level. Michael Kosta went to Philly to get the lowdown from Pennsylvania drivers on the pesky parking problem, the bizarre inner workings of the Philadelphia Parking Authority, and the cost of a parking ticket. John Heilemann, chief political columnist at Puck and host of the "Impolitic" podcast, sits down with Jordan Klepper to unpack what he witnessed at the Trump-Harris debate in Philadelphia. John offers cheesesteaks from Philly institutions and shares his perspective from the media spin room, why he thinks Kamala Harris won the evening, and whether the debate swayed undecided voters.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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."

On what would have been the second debate night between Harris and Trump — until the former president backed out — Desi Lydic takes on the latest election news, including Trump's new scam hawking out fake coins and his contention that Kamala Harris never worked at McDonald's. "I think music is medicine." Singer-songwriter RAYE sits down with Desi Lydic to discuss a record-breaking year for her music, including six BRIT Award wins. She opens up about writing for herself versus other artists, the importance of full-length albums, what inspired her song "Genesis," and whether British artists are equally impressed by their American counterparts. RAYE performs "Genesis," featured on her new concert album "Live at Montreux Jazz Festival."

Desi Lydic unpacks New York City Mayor Eric Adams's sprawling indictment on Turkey-related bribery and fraud charges. Plus, with Adams's administration under investigation amidst a string of resignations, NYC turns to Michael Kosta to figure out who is left to run the city. Award-winning director Susanna Fogel sits down with Desi Lydic to discuss her latest film, "Winner," based on the life of Reality Winner. They talk about Reality's journey from military translator to government whistleblower, telling her story and getting to know her personally, focusing on stories that haven't been shown through a female lens, and reinventing the whistleblower film through a relatable, funny character, like Reality in real life.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Jordan Klepper unpacks how Trump and the GOP are playing politics with Hurricane Helene, from Trump claiming Biden and Kamala are abandoning affected areas, to Marjorie Taylor Greene blaming the Jews for the storm. Fox News paid a $787.5 million settlement to Dominion Voting Systems after spreading lies that they rigged the 2020 election, but who originated these claims? Marlene Bourne, whistleblower and self-proclaimed ghost, emailed about her speculative "findings" that linked Dominion Voting machines with voter fraud. Michael Kosta sits down with Marlene to discover what it's like to be Fox News's reliable source. "Your life, as it exists today, is a life that matters enough to be written about." New York Times bestselling author Jason Reynolds sits down with Jordan Klepper to discuss his latest YA novel, "Twenty-Four Seconds From Now..." They talk about young male characters navigating vulnerability, bearing witness to teenagers and depicting them in literature, and how youth have shaped the conversation on gender, sexuality, gun violence, and women's rights.

Jordan Klepper dives into Kamala Harris's press tour, including how she differentiates herself from Biden and the revelation that she owns a Glock. Plus, Melania Trump visits Fox News to discuss Donald's pajamas, Stephen Miller exemplifies how to be a "sexual matador," and Project 2025 plans to take down porn. Ronny Chieng & Jordan Klepper are at each other's necks in this edition of Sports War, where they legally can't agree. They tackle rumors that Aaron Rodgers got Jets Head Coach, Robert Saleh fired, Vanderbilt students who tore down the goalposts, and MLB's heartfelt goodbye to player and gambler Pete Rose. Writer and activist Jessica Valenti joins Jordan Klepper to discuss her new New York Times bestselling book, "Abortion: Our Bodies, Their Lies, and the Truths We Use to Win," which was inspired by her newsletter, "Abortion, Every Day." They dive into the post-Dobbs effects across the United States, the language conservative politicians employ to misrepresent their views on abortion, the stakes of abortion this election season, and how grassroots efforts are making abortion accessible even for those living in restrictive states.

Jordan Klepper unpacks Trump's denial of a Biden economic recovery as new inflation numbers bring more good news. Plus, as Kamala Harris struggles to connect with male voters, Fox News chalks it up to the fact that "real men" prefer conservatives. Troy Iwata joins with a manly view on why Republicans are rallying behind men. If Trump wins, many fear he will abuse the criminal justice system to take down his enemies and pardon his friends. But are there positives to presidential pardons? Ricky Velez makes his case in a new "In My Opinion." "My job is to make them laugh, and I like to hear them laugh. I think it's a sickness." Award-winning comedy legend Eric Idle sits down with Jordan Klepper to discuss his new book, "The Spamalot Diaries." They talk about how hoarding diaries revealed memories and arguments from the making of the Broadway musical, director Mike Nichols's advice to believe in your jokes, focusing on respect in comedy rather than being hip, being a funeral staple with "Always Look on the Bright Side of Life," and staying on the bright side by ignoring the news cycle.

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."

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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?"

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.

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."

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."

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.

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.

Jon Stewart and the Best F**kin' News Team are live with full election night coverage from Trump and Harris HQs, and battleground states. Michigan Lieutenant Governor Garlin Gilchrist II joins Jon Stewart live from Detroit to offer insight into his battleground state's pivotal role in this election as both a swing state and as a model for progress and voter mobilization. He also emphasizes optimism and the need for leaders who believe in their own constituents. Gov. Katie Hobbs of Arizona joins Jon Stewart on election night to explain why she hopes AZ voters choose "sanity over chaos." They discuss the swing state's ballot-counting process, how the race between Sen. Ruben Gallego and Republican challenger Kari Lake is shaping up, and enshrining abortion rights into the state's constitution this election. Jon Stewart shares his takeaways from Election Night 2024: A glimpse into the fate of the presidency and the mistakes that'll be made all over again.

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.

Ronny Chieng details the Biden administration's preparations for a peaceful transfer of power, and the who's-who list of conspiracy nuts, tech bros, and family members hoping to snag a cabinet appointment. Plus, The Daily Show has obtained exclusive audio from Biden's phone call congratulating Trump on his win. Humans have repeatedly ignored warnings about carbon pollution, so scientists have created a self-sustaining spaceship to give humanity a fresh start. Filled with movie theaters, restaurants, and good bar trivia, the USS Told Ya So has it all… except all of us. "The way to make it accurate, and have people trust what you do, is to get it right." Award-winning political journalist and Politico New York Playbook co-author Emily Ngo joins Ronny Chieng to offer her perspective on Donald Trump's second presidential win. They discuss why she wasn't surprised by the results, what she observed traveling with the Trump campaign in 2016, building trust as a political journalist, and the time she attended jury duty with the president-elect.

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.

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.

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."

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.

Jon Stewart covers the latest post-election news from Trump and Biden world, then unpacks Republicans' strategy of aggressively exploiting loopholes, in contrast to the Democrats' style of following rules and norms. "You actually have to focus relentlessly on delivering for people in their daily lives and figure out how to do it... so they feel it." Co-founder of The Liberal Patriot Substack and co-author of "Where Have All the Democrats Gone?" Ruy Teixeira sits down with Jon Stewart to discuss how Democrats lost their coalition of working-class voters and economic instincts. They talk about the decline of Democratic economic policies since Bill Clinton, whether DEI and "woke" culture are turning people away from the party, and what Teixeira views as an era where both Democrats and Republicans may not be interested in forming a dominant majority coalition.

Desi Lydic unpacks new sexual misconduct accusations against Matt Gaetz and Mike Johnson's efforts to quash the House Ethics Committee report on the AG nominee. Meanwhile, Ronny Chieng, Josh Johnson, and Grace Kuhlenschmidt brace for their own ethics investigation. Welcome to Kosta Doin' Business, where Michael Kosta shares how to get rich during Trump's second term thanks to boomin' prison stocks, the impending climate crisis, liberals' love for yard signs, and a wise investment in Kleenex. "Surveillance means shrinking space for democratic expression, and we've all got to worry about that." Ronan Farrow, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist at The New Yorker, joins Desi Lydic to talk about his new HBO documentary, "Surveilled." They discuss what the film reveals about spyware technology and how it's being used against political dissidents, activists, and everyday people, the lack of governmental restraints on its scope, and the importance of protecting journalism and free expression during a second Trump administration.

Desi Lydic breaks down Trump's celebrity cabinet strategy after announcing his latest picks, Dr. Oz for Medicare and Medicaid, and WWE exec Linda McMahon for the soon-to-be-extinct Department of Education. Troy Iwata talks to tip-free businesses, food service workers, and shoppers to determine whether Trump's "no tax on tips" policy will help or hurt this new wave of tipflation. Desi Lydic is joined by Joey McIntyre, of the iconic boy band New Kids On The Block, to discuss his many recent projects, including the new Roku original film he stars in called "Jingle Bell Love," his upcoming solo album, "Freedom," and New Kids On The Block's 2025 Vegas Residency. He also talks about how the band has managed to stay together so long by putting friendship first and makes Desi's fangirl dreams come true.

Desi Lydic unpacks the latest Capitol Hill news: Matt Gaetz withdraws as Trump's pick for Attorney General, and Nancy Mace targets Congresswoman Sarah McBride with an anti-trans bathroom ban. "Every emotion is different, and they all deserve their own soundtrack." Grammy Award-winning artist Brittany Howard joins Desi Lydic to discuss finding herself through her latest album, "What Now." They talk about being creatively inspired by self-reflection, the importance of curiosity in art, writing about growing love instead of searching for it, and performing onstage with her idol, Prince. Grammy Award-winning artist Brittany Howard performs "To Be Still" off her latest album "What Now."

Jon Stewart on Trump's pick to lead the FBI, Biden's last-minute pardon for his son Hunter, and how Democrats can't seem to hold the high ground no matter how low Republicans sink. "This is not because he's a Republican. Donald Trump poses a unique threat to our criminal justice system and to that concept of equal justice." Sally Yates, a former Deputy U.S. Attorney General who spent nearly 30 years at the Department of Justice, joins Jon Stewart to unpack the DOJ's future under another Trump presidency. She explains how the president-elect views the DOJ as his "own personal goon squad," career employees' concern over Trump weaponizing the department for illegitimate reasons, and unpacks why the promise of equal justice is a promise the nation has never completely fulfilled.

Ronny Chieng on South Korea declaring then nullifying martial law and a damning new report accusing Trump's Secretary of Defense pick, Pete Hegseth, of every type of misconduct in the book. Plus, Troy Iwata defends Hegseth's party-girl past. Ronny Chieng and Jordan Klepper debate a heated college football brawl, pro athletes' "Trump dance," and Hallmark's NFL holiday movie collab in a new edition of Sports War. Brought to you, as always, by Gambling. Renowned astrophysicist and author Neil deGrasse Tyson talks to Ronny Chieng about his latest book, "Merlin's Tour of the Universe," which revisits scientific questions from 35 years ago with 21st-century answers. He also discusses the importance of immigrant contributions to the American scientific community, why you should avoid clickbait internet science, and the resilience of scientists, no matter who is in office.

Ronny Chieng covers the latest on Pete Hegseth, from drinking on the job at Fox News to his mom's flip-flop on whether her son is an "abuser of women." Plus, Josh Johnson asks if he's qualified to give an update on South Korea's period of martial law. From subway wall therapy to rage rooms to four-year cruises, Lewis Black looks at the many coping mechanisms liberals have been turning to since the election and the companies trying to cash in on Trump-era anxiety. "Our system isn't set up to actually get fresh food to the masses. It's set up to get processed food to the masses." Eight-time James Beard Award-winning chef, restaurateur, and head judge on "Top Chef," Tom Colicchio, sits down with Ronny Chieng to discuss his latest cookbook and memoir "Why I Cook." They talk about the changing culture in restaurant kitchens, why Americans lack access to healthy food, cooking at home and reducing food waste, and the movement to improve school lunch quality and accessibility.

Ronny Chieng on the day's biggest stories: Biden is considering preemptive pardons for Trump opponents and authorities search for the gunman behind the United Healthcare CEO shooting. Plus, Grace Kuhlenschmidt takes airport security into her own hands after a woman snuck onto an international flight. Michael Kosta travels to Florida to meet Bruce Friedman, the top book banner in the top book-banning state, to investigate how the reported books are deemed "pornographic or profane" and how Bruce's campaign affects public school libraries. "What does it look like if you take the background character and say, 'This story could be yours now if you choose to accept the mission?'" Charles Yu, creator and executive producer of "Interior Chinatown," joins Ronny Chieng to discuss the new Hulu series, in which Ronny also stars. Yu shares the inspiration behind the story, based on his best-selling book about a TV procedural background character that breaks out of his role, working with director Taika Waititi, subverting norms in his writing, and being an Asian man in America.

With Syria finally free from the Assad regime, Jon Stewart dives into how Syrians are celebrating the revolution and the questionable past of Syria's new leader, Abu Mohammad al-Jolani. Plus, the insurance CEO assassin manhunt comes to an end... in a McDonald's. Ben Wikler, chair of the Wisconsin Democratic Party, sits down with Jon Stewart to discuss his vision for the party's future and his campaign for chair of the Democratic National Committee. They talk about rebuilding fair maps after Republican gerrymandering in Wisconsin, how the DNC can show the working class how they're fighting for them, and redirecting the goal from winning elections to enacting change in people's lives.

Michael Kosta tackles the arrest of Luigi Mangione, the suspected United Healthcare CEO assassin, including the public's embrace of him. Plus, Ronny Chieng stops by with an analysis of America's new favorite "hot felon." In this edition of "Who Won It Best," hosts Desi Lydic and Troy Iwata dive into the biggest moments from this year's Fox Nation Patriot Awards: Sean Hannity's garbage vest, Kirk Cameron's weird book, and Trump's 12-minute speech. Sec. Deb Haaland, the first Native American to serve as a cabinet secretary, joins Michael Kosta to discuss her work at the U.S. Department of the Interior. She explains her team's work in protecting the country's public lands, as well as preserving the nation's cultural heritage through projects like an oral histories collection, speaking with survivors of Indian boarding schools, which separated families and forced assimilation. Plus, Sec. Haaland shares the story behind the gift she presented to President Biden at the Tribal Nations Summit and how the department is preparing to receive the Trump administration.

Michael Kosta dives into today's headlines: a surprisingly modest manifesto from suspected United Healthcare CEO shooter Luigi Mangione, Trump appoints Kimberly Guilfoyle as Ambassador to Greece, and Pete Hegseth promises to stop drinking, but only if he can control the Pentagon. On Thanksgiving, President Biden pardoned two turkeys and his son Hunter, sparking a conversation about who else may need a "get out of jail free" card. Grace Kuhlenschmidt interviews New Yorkers about who they'd pardon and whether they need one themselves. "I've always thought of organized crime not as some fringe aspect of American culture, but as the main vein of American culture." Journalist and bestselling author T.J. English talks to Michael Kosta about his latest book, "The Last Kilo," which chronicles the rise and fall of the American cocaine empire built by Willy Falcon. They talk about Falcon's original intention to fund Cuban revolutionaries with the money from the drug operation, the "war on drugs," and the benefits of learning about American culture through the lens of organized crime.

Michael Kosta covers Time Magazine's half-hearted Person of the Year, Donald Trump, and the New Jersey drone conspiracies ranging from aliens to Iran. The Daily Show Movie Network presents "A Very 2024 Christmas," a holiday rom-com for anyone too jaded from the election year to fall in love with the handsome widower in Smalltownsville this Christmas. Golden Globe and Emmy award-nominated actor Peter Sarsgaard sits down with Michael Kosta to discuss his new film, "September 5." They talk about how the ABC Sports team pivoted to covering a hostage situation, whether live TV has a place in the news, recreating the intense conditions of the control room on set, and playing villains who wear their sins on their sleeves.