The Daily Show: Ears Edition

Desi Lydic dives into explosive new allegations against Matt Gaetz. Michael Kosta offers a guide to profiting during Trump’s second term, from prison stocks to climate-driven investments. Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Ronan Farrow joins to discuss his HBO documentary Surveilled, exposing the dangers of spyware technology and its chilling effects on democracy, journalism, and free expression.

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Jon Stewart analyzes how Republicans exploit loopholes to gain political advantages while Democrats stick to the rules—and questions whether it’s time for a change in strategy. Jon sits down with Ruy Teixeira, co-author of Where Have All the Democrats Gone?, to explore how the party lost its working-class base, whether cultural politics are alienating voters, and why neither major party seems interested in building a true majority coalition.

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Jordan Klepper unpacks Trump’s latest bombshell cabinet picks, RFK Jr. and Matt Gaetz, while Desi Lydic reveals the Democrats’ blunt new response strategy. Charlamagne Tha God shares his cautious optimism for the next four years and issues a heartfelt plea to Trump to protect the Constitution. Legendary filmmaker Francis Ford Coppola joins to discuss his ambitious film Megalopolis, exploring themes of risk, freedom, and his enduring optimism for humanity’s future.

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Jordan Klepper dives into the latest headlines: Trump’s cordial meeting with Biden and his surprising nominations of Gaetz, Gabbard, and Hegseth. Dulcé Sloan creates a time capsule to preserve America’s cultural treasures before they face potential restrictions. Moses “Shyne” Barrow, former Grammy-winning rapper turned Belizean political leader, shares his powerful journey of resilience, faith, and his transformation from hip-hop to politics.

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Jordan Klepper dives into Trump’s latest cabinet picks, dissecting his alliance with loyalists like Kristi Noem, Lee Zeldin, and Elise Stefanik—and learning from Michael Kosta how to make friends like Elon Musk. Jordan and Desi Lydic tackle hot topics in sports, from influencer scandals at the New York Marathon to Aaron Rodgers’ speculative 2028 presidential run. Harvard professor and author Robert Putnam on the decline of American community and how reconnecting could help save democracy, as explored in the new documentary “Join or Die”.

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Jon Stewart dissects the recent election fallout for the Democrats, offering insights into what went wrong and why the pundits may be missing the mark. Thomas J. Brennan, retired U.S. Marine and founder of The War Horse, an award-winning nonprofit newsroom spotlights the human impact of military service. Brennan discusses his latest film, “Shadows of Fallujah”, and opens up about the intense memories, struggles with survivor’s guilt, and the journey to healing from the Battle of Fallujah.

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Ronny Chieng covers the Biden administration’s preparations for a peaceful transfer of power, along with Trump’s potential cabinet picks, ranging from conspiracy theorists to tech billionaires. Exclusive audio from Biden’s call congratulating Trump adds a surprising twist. Ronny explores a bold scientific solution to climate change: a self-sustaining spaceship built to offer humanity a fresh start—just not for everyone. Award-winning journalist Emily Ngo joins to discuss her insights on Trump’s second win, her experiences covering his campaign, and the challenges of earning public trust in political journalism.

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Desi Lydic breaks down Donald Trump’s surprising election win over Kamala Harris and the media’s rush to assign blame. With The Best F**kin’ News Team by her side, Desi searches for a silver lining. Grace Kuhlenschmidt speaks to non-voters who have disconnected from the political chaos, learning their approach to staying indifferent. Tressie McMillan Cottom joins Desi to analyze the election’s deeper implications, discussing Trump’s appeal to American anxieties, the rise of identity politics, and the path forward for Democrats seeking to reconnect with their voters.

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The Daily Show Presents A Live Election Night Special With Jon Stewart: Indecision 2024: Nothing We Can Do About It Now.

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Jordan Klepper recaps the candidates' final pushes, from Kamala Harris’s star-studded send-off to Trump’s oddly intimate mic moment. Michael Kosta reveals how Peanut the Squirrel’s death could sway niche undecided voters. Grace Kuhlenschmidt dives into the world of election prognosticators, consulting experts and even an astrologist to see if they can predict the winner. Journalist Adam Serwer discusses Trump’s MAGA conspiracy universe, Republican “snitch states,” and his book “The Cruelty Is the Point,” analyzing the culture of blame and cruelty in Trump’s rallies.

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Ronny Chieng breaks down Trump’s garbage truck photo-op and Kamala Harris’s campaign strategy of reaching women voters through messages in bathroom stalls.  John Leguizamo goes undercover with undecided Latino voters to see if recent racist MAGA rallies and Trump’s deportation plans have changed their stance. Journalism icon Connie Chung joins Ronny to discuss her memoir “Connie,” her trailblazing career, and her call for a return to unfiltered, investigative journalism. She also shares why she endorsed Kamala Harris, marking a first in her career.

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Ronny Chieng dives into Biden’s “garbage” comment and Trump’s surprising plan to let RFK Jr. handle public health. Jordan Klepper stops by to give Ronny a crash course in how the news really works. JD Vance’s likability coach, Nathaniel Gordon (Michael Kosta), who’s worked with everyone from RFK Jr. to Vivek Ramaswamy. Young rockers The Linda Lindas chat about their new album, No Obligation, and their journey as young rockers pushing for change.

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Ronny Chieng unpacks the fallout from Tony Hinchcliffe's racist joke about Puerto Rico. Grace Kuhlenschmidt adds a surreal twist, following RFK Jr.’s advice to travel back in time to “save” Baby Trump. Triumph the Insult Comic Dog heads to Trump’s MSG rally to mock supporters, launch a merch line, and debut his song, “Liberal Tears.” María Teresa Kumar, President of Voto Latino, joins Ronny on National Vote Early Day to discuss the Latino voting bloc's power and her efforts to close the voter registration gap among eligible Latino voters.

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Jon Stewart dives into Trump’s recent xenophobic rally at MSG and his proposed mass deportation plan, sparking a critical look at the rhetoric shaping the 2024 race. Jessica Williams joins with her unique blend of hope and humor to lift the mood. Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro discusses the state’s role as a “temporary swing state,” his approach to cutting red tape and rebuilding infrastructure, and why he believes Democrats’ inclusive strategy will win over voters.

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Michael Kosta breaks down Tucker Carlson’s Trump rally speech. How election season has sparked civil wars over yard signs. Ronny Chieng gathers Magic: The Gathering players to gauge their reaction to JD Vance’s nerdy side and what it might mean for his 2024 campaign. Grammy-nominated artist Fat Joe joins Michael to discuss his push for healthcare price transparency, his incredible weight loss journey, and his new Starz series, "Fat Joe Talks." He also offers a bold take on the 2024 election: "Are you man enough to vote for a woman?"

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Michael Kosta unpacks a whirlwind of headlines, including Obama rapping Eminem at a rally, Eminem’s endorsement of Kamala Harris, and Tim Walz’s fiery remarks about Elon Musk. John Kelly reveals Trump’s troubling praise for Hitler. Michael then explores whether America is ready to say goodbye to the Electoral College, with insights from CNN's John King and Michigan lawmakers pushing for the National Popular Vote Bill. David Hogg discusses his grassroots movement to elect young progressives, his advice for Kamala Harris, and the future of Gen-Z political leaders.

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Michael Kosta explores the financial downfall of Rudy Giuliani following a civil court order and Elon Musk’s attempt to sway voters with a million-dollar sweepstakes. Ronny Chieng embarks on a mission to find Elon a friend. Michael dives into the possibility of eliminating the Electoral College, discussing the potential impact of a National Popular Vote. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm shares insights on the rapid growth of the clean energy sector, electric vehicles, and the political implications of undoing the Biden-Harris administration’s energy policies.

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Jon Stewart breaks down Trump’s strange campaign moves, from his McDonald’s shift to his “enemy within” comments, and Kamala Harris’s unexpected partnership with Liz Cheney. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz joins the conversation to discuss the Democratic strategy for 2024, focusing on appealing to voters looking for an alternative to Trump. Walz highlights key issues like tax cuts, gun safety, and union support, while offering a glimpse into his personal experiences on the campaign trail.

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Desi Lydic breaks down Kamala Harris’s fiery exchange with Fox News’s Bret Baier and Trump’s rambling Univision town hall. Grace Kuhlenschmidt reports live from an actual lion’s den to discuss the candidates stepping out of their media bubbles. Laverne Cox joins on Spirit Day to discuss the rise of anti-LGBTQ+ legislation and how transphobia is being weaponized in the 2024 election. Tech journalist Kara Swisher talks about her memoir, "Burn Book: A Tech Love Story," and the strange Musk-Trump alliance.

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Desi Lydic explores Kamala Harris's appeal to Black male voters with a little help from Barack Obama, while Trump makes the bizarre claim of being the “father of IVF.” Josh Johnson jumps in with alternative pitches for both candidates. Troy Iwata heads to the Gathering of the Juggalos to learn where the fans of Insane Clown Posse stand politically, even catching up with band member Violent J. Jason Segel joins to discuss his hit series "Shrinking" and share life advice with the Daily Show staff.

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Desi Lydic dives into Trump’s wild town hall, which turned into an impromptu listening party. Lewis Black delivers a no-nonsense message to undecided voters in swing states: maybe just sit this one out. Stacey Abrams joins to discuss voter suppression in Georgia and how voters can fight back, along with insights from her latest book on teaching children empathy and advocacy.

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Jordan Klepper examines Trump’s denial of Biden’s economic recovery, despite positive inflation data, and Fox News’s claim that "real men" vote conservative as Kamala Harris struggles with male voters. Troy Iwata sheds light on why Republicans rally around men. Ricky Velez discusses the implications of Trump pardoning his allies—and himself—if he wins, weighing the benefits of presidential pardons. Comedy legend Eric Idle talks about his new book, "The Spamalot Diaries," sharing memories from Broadway and how he stays positive through laughter.

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Jordan Klepper unpacks Kamala Harris’s recent media blitz, focusing on how she is carving out her identity apart from Biden. Melania Trump takes to Fox News for a book tour, Stephen Miller adopts his "sexual matador" persona, and Project 2025 targets the porn industry. In "Sports War," Ronny Chieng and Jordan clash over rumors about Aaron Rodgers, Vanderbilt vandalism, and Pete Rose’s farewell. Jessica Valenti discusses her bestselling book on abortion rights and the post-Dobbs landscape ahead of the election.

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Jordan Klepper unpacks Trump’s latest political spin. Michael Kosta interviews Marlene Bourne, a self-proclaimed ghost and the source of Fox News's voter fraud claims, to uncover her strange connection to their $787.5 million settlement with Dominion Voting Systems. Bestselling author Jason Reynolds talks to Jordan about his new novel “Twenty-Four Seconds From Now...” and the importance of representing teens in literature.

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Jon Stewart tackles the growing claims of election interference, with Elon Musk joining Trump’s narrative. The episode explores how “free speech” is being weaponized by both figures. Jon also sits down with Bill Adair, creator of PolitiFact and Knight Professor of Journalism at Duke, to discuss his new book “Beyond the Big Lie.” They dive into fact-checking in the misinformation age, social media’s role in spreading falsehoods, and the government’s efforts to combat disinformation.

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Michael Kosta dives into the latest election drama, as a new ruling legalizes betting on congressional races, sparking debates across the political spectrum. Meanwhile, a dockworker strike backed by both Trump and Harris threatens to disrupt the supply chain. Charlamagne Tha God also weighs in on his suspicions that Trump might try to steal the 2024 election. Chef JJ Johnson joins the conversation about his best-selling cookbook, "The Simple Art of Rice," and the cultural significance of this humble grain.

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Michael Kosta dives into the heated aftermath of the VP debate between JD Vance and Tim Walz. Triumph the Insult Comic Dog crashes the spin room, interviewing CNN’s Jake Tapper and Donald Trump Jr. Jelani Cobb, Dean of Columbia Journalism School, discusses the Electoral College’s history and the crucial role of diverse, trustworthy journalism.

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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.

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Jon Stewart explores the surprising disconnect between Donald Trump’s actual policies and the image his supporters have crafted, as the 2024 election looms. Ta-Nehisi Coates joins the conversation to discuss his latest book, The Message. They dive deep into the lasting impacts of oppression, how history continues to shape our present, and the hidden stories of marginalized communities from the U.S. to Palestine.

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Desi Lydic breaks down NYC Mayor Eric Adams’s shocking indictment on bribery and fraud charges, and Michael Kosta steps in to find out who's left to run the city. Leslie Jones shares her brutally honest take on why Europeans think Americans are so messed up after her trip to the Paris Olympics. Award-winning director Susanna Fogel talks about her new film, Winner, and the unique challenges of telling whistleblower Reality Winner’s story through a female lens.

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Desi Lydic dives into the latest headlines, including Donald Trump’s refusal to debate Kamala Harris for a second time and his bizarre claims about her past at McDonald's. British singer-songwriter RAYE joins the conversation to talk about her transformative year in music, from winning six BRIT Awards to the healing power of her songwriting.

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Desi Lydic rounds up male politicians' insulting appeals to female voters and then addresses North Carolina gubernatorial candidate Mark Robinson's salacious porn-forum comments about his sister-in-law. Meanwhile, people think vice presidential candidate Tim Walz is nice. But is he... too nice? Later, Aubrey Plaza talks about starring in Francis Ford Coppola’s “Megalopolis,” and who served as her inspiration when playing a corrupt journalist. 

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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. Then, 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.

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Desi Lydic sits with Daily Show executive producerJen Flanz to discuss Jen’s journey at the show from production assistant all the way up to showrunner. They discuss the early days, when the show was hand-delivered on tape to the broadcast center every night, how Jon Stewart showed her how to lead by empowering people on the staff, and the advice she has for anyone looking to move up in TV.

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Actor Daniel Dae Kim joins Ronny Chieng to talk about his role as David Henry Hwang in the Broadway play, “Yellow Face,” and how this play speaks to the importance of Asian actors playing Asian characters in productions. Ronny also sits with former U.S. Army Counterintelligence Special Agent, Luis Elizondo, to discuss his latest book, “Imminent: Inside the Pentagon’s Hunt for UFOs,” and how evidence of intelligent alien life could help unify Congress.

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Ronny Chieng covers Donald Trump’s attempt to blame the Democrats for political violence after surviving a second assassination attempt. Plus, this week’s top financial news, including interest-rate cuts and Trump’s new family cryptocurrency business.

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Ronny Chieng on the North Carolina Republican busted for posting weird comments on a porn site and Rudy Giuliani’s frightening performance at Trump’s Long Island rally. Political campaigns are partnering with social media influencers and content creators, and Lewis Black can't even with the cringe. Also, Phillip Lim, the co-founder and creative director of fashion brand 3.1 Phillip Lim, joins Ronny to discuss inspiration, forging his path as a designer through internships, and the values he learned from his immigrant parents.

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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. 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. Plus, actor Daniel Dae Kim sits down with Ronny to discuss his role in the new Broadway play “Yellow Face.” 

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Ronny Chieng covers 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. After a deposited bear in Central Park and a brain-eating worm, RFK is being investigated for decapitating a dead whale. Jordan Klepper and Ronny sit down to ask: What is wrong with this dude? Also, former U.S. Army Counterintelligence Special Agent Luis Elizondo sits down with Ronny to discuss his career researching nonhuman intelligence and his new book, “Imminent: Inside the Pentagon's Hunt for UFOs.” 

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John Leguizamo and Daily Show writer Kat Radley share the process of writing his latest In My Opinion piece on Trump’s obsession with immigrants and the GOP’s efforts to suppress the Latino vote. John also discusses his upcoming PBS series, “American Historia: The Untold History of Latinos,” and the importance of remembering the often overlooked contributions Latinos have made to America’s history and prosperity. 

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Jon covered the first presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump on The Daily Show, and yet he’s still talking about it on his podcast, The Weekly Show. He just won’t let it go. In an election cycle where debates have been more impactful than ever, what influence has the first, and perhaps only, meeting between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump had on voters? To unpack the debate and its implications for each campaign, we’re joined by Ashley Parker, Senior National Political Correspondent for The Washington Post, and David Graham, staff writer at The Atlantic. Together, we explore how debate formats constrain real messaging, which candidates gained or lost ground, and, of course, where the campaigns go from here. Catch new episodes of The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart every Thursday, wherever you get your podcasts.

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Jordan Klepper sits with John Heilemann, chief political columnist at Puck and host of the “Impolitic” podcast, to discuss his time in the media spin room during the Trump-Harris debate, why he thinks Kamala Harris won, and whether or not the debate moved undecided voters. Also, historian and best-selling author Yuval Noah Harari chats about his latest book, “Nexus: A Brief History of Information Networks From the Stone Age to AI,” how people absorb an overflow of information, and why there’s still hope in bureaucracy. 

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Jon Stewart gives his live reaction to Donald Trump and Kamala Harris’s first presidential debate. He unpacks the candidates’ takes on immigration and abortion access, and outlines what this means for the election. Plus, Jordan Klepper covers Trump’s insistence that he won the debate, Taylor Swift’s endorsement of Harris, and JD Vance’s defense of the claim that immigrants are eating cats and dogs.

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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. And comedian and actor Sasheer Zamata talks 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. 

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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. Plus, Michael Kosta goes to Philadelphia to get the lowdown from Pennsylvania drivers on the bizarre inner workings of the Philadelphia Parking Authority and the cost of a parking ticket. And John Heilemann, chief political columnist at Puck and host of the “Impolitic” podcast, unpacks 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.

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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. Plus, former Microsoft CEO, LA Clippers owner, and founder of USAFacts Steve Ballmer discusses 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.

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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. Plus, meet campaign email ghostwriter Susan Callipenni-McIntyre (Desi Lydic), the keyboard-pushing, politician-impersonating literary genius behind the many, many desperate messages asking for just $5 to save America. And historian and best-selling author Yuval Noah Harari discusses 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.

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A look back at Daily Show News Team coverage of presidential debates from every election since the 2000 Bush/Gore race. Featuring coverage from Jordan Klepper, John Oliver, Wyatt Cenac, Stephen Colbert, and more. 

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Actor, writer, producer, and former Daily Show correspondent Ed Helms joins Michael Kosta to discuss the new season of his podcast SNAFU, which recounts the FBI break-in that exposed the FBI’s excessive surveillance tactics. 

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Michael Kosta sits with University of Michigan Law School Professor Barbara McQuad to discuss the difference between misinformation and disinformation and her latest book, Attack From Within: How Disinformation is Sabotaging America.

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In the latest Back in Black, Lewis Black unloads his frustration with the unbearable summer heat and the effects of climate change. Also, Charlamagne tha God gives his opinion of the right’s racist and sexist attacks on Kamala Harris and how this distracts from discussing real political issues. 

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Ronny Chieng sits with Oscar-nominated actor Hong Chau to talk about her new film, The Instigators, and her career in Hollywood. Plus, director Jon M. Chu joins Ronny to chat about his new book, Viewfinder: A Memoir of Seeing and Being Seen, his advice to young dreamers, and what drew him to direct the film adaptation of Wicked. 

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Kamala Harris 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. Plus, find out how JD Vance left his community of forgotten men and women behind for an Ivy League education and a career as a Silicon Valley venture capitalist, before leaving that behind for a career as a never-Trump literary success, and then leaving that behind to become Trump's running mate. 

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Jon sits with Pete Buttigieg, who explains the motivation behind his popular Fox News appearances, what he makes of Donald Trump choosing JD Vance as his running mate, and his own experience with the VP vetting process.

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A look back at some of Jon Stewart’s reactions to Fox News’s many media crimes, including the network’s anchors patting themselves on the back for their own coverage, their reaction to Jon leaving The Daily Show in 2015, and stirring up false outrage during the Obama administration. 

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Authors Rebecca Traister and Brittany Cooper join Desi Lydic to unpack the power in using anger and faith to keep up motivation during the election season. 

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Jon Stewart answers audience questions about how young voters can overcome complacency in politics, what literature most inspired his worldview, and the best advice he’s received. Plus the News Team reports from the floor of the DNC to check the vibe among Democrats.

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Jon sits with entrepreneur and Dallas Mavericks minority owner Mark Cuban to discuss his plan to bring more transparency to consumers about the real costs of prescription drugs with his company, Cost Plus Drugs. They also chat about Trump’s desire to be CEO of America and Elon Musk’s role in disrupting global discourse with X algorithms. 

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Jordan Klepper travels to a Trump rally in Harrisburg, PA to get the MAGA crowd’s opinion on Biden dropping out of the race, Kamala Harris replacing him and JD Vance and Tim Walz as VP candidates. Plus, Grace Kuhlenschmidt attends the first Democratic rally for VP Harris in Philadelphia to see if voters agree that she chose the right white guy as her running mate. 

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Ronny Chieng and Michael Kosta argue over the 2024 Paris Games, including Lebron James’s role in winning the gold, Noah Lyles’ competing with Covid, and Australia B-girl, Raygun’s jaw-dropping moves. Also, Grace Kuhlenschmidt chats with UC Irvine neuropolitics researcher Mark Fisher to understand the consequences of a gerontocracy and what’s really on a cognitive test. 

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Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer sits with Michael Kosta to talk about her bestselling book, "True Gretch: What I’ve Learned About Life, Leadership, and Everything in Between," earning the nickname “Big Gretch” for taking down Trump, and her role as the Harris-Walz presidential campaign co-chair. Plus, Jordan Klepper takes a tour of Chicago with Illinois Governor JB Pritzker.

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Past and present generations of Daily Show correspondents unite as Jordan Klepper and Ed Helms discuss Ed’s journey to The Daily Show, how Ed found his voice as a correspondent, and how he’s picked projects since then, including The Office and his current podcast, SNAFU with Ed Helms. 

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Illinois Representative Lauren Underwood speaks with Desi Lydic about working with Kamala Harris on maternal healthcare legislation, the anti-women agenda being pushed by JD Vance and other conservatives, as well as how her favorite TV show parallels her work in Congress. Plus, Maryland Governor Wes Moore chats with Jordan Klepper about the differing views on patriotism between America’s left and right and how Maryland has benefitted from Kamala Harris’s work as Vice President.

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Desi Lydic recaps day 1 of the DNC including speeches from Hillary Clinton and Joe Biden while Troy Iwata searches for the perfect “Thank You” card for Biden. Plus, 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.

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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. The Best F**king News Team also 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. Plus, Jason Bateman narrates the story of Kamala Harris 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.

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Jordan Klepper recaps the DNC's 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. To land one of the most coveted interviews with Gov. Tim Walz 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. And Maryland Governor Wes Moore talks 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.

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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. Then Ronny Chieng, Desi Lydic, Troy Iwata, and Josh Johnson talk to Dems on the ground in Chicago for their thoughts not on the party's policies, but on its vibes. And representative of Illinois’s 14th District and co-founder of the Black Maternal Health Caucus Lauren Underwood discusses 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.

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The Daily Show is in Chicago for night one of the DNC and 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. Klepper then takes a tour of the city with Illinois Governor JB Pritzker. They talk history, food, sports, and culture. And, of course, they stop for a drink or three along the way. Plus, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer discusses 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.

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Josh Johnson, Grace Kuhlenschmidt, and Daily Show writer Scott Sherman discuss starting their comedy careers in Chicago and what it feels like to return to the Windy City for this week’s Democratic National Convention. They chat about how to find comedy within so much Harris/Walz enthusiasm, how starting comedy in Chicago informs their creativity today, and which pizza places are on their radar this trip. 

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Desi Lydic sits with three-time gold medalist Gabby Thomas to talk about bringing home the gold for Team USA and how her Harvard degree in neurobiology gave her a leg up as she prepared for the Olympics. Plus, Desi chats with actor, writer, producer, and director Mark Duplass to discuss his Emmy nomination for the Apple TV+ series “The Morning Show” and honoring his mental health journey in his latest project, “Penelope.”

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Jon Stewart tackles Donald Trump’s failed efforts to land one good attack on Kamala Harris, and his delusions about Joe Biden taking back the Democratic nomination for president. Also, Desi Lydic covers Trump’s chaotic X interview with Elon Musk, in which Trump both complimented Harris’s looks on the cover of Time magazine, and also laid out his plan to shut down the Department of Education. 

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Desi Lydic watches Trump's "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. How did J.D. Vance leave behind his in Silicon Valley career to become Trump's running mate? The Daily Show presents, The DailyShowography of JD Vance: The Forgettin' Man. Plus, 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 to discuss channeling anger as well as faith surrounding the election to motivate action.

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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. Grace Kuhlenschmidt explores the drawbacks of having a gerontocracy by chatting with UC Irvine neuropolitics researcher Mark Fisher and visits Congressman Maxwell Frost for a younger politician’s perspective. Also, actor, writer, producer, and director Mark Duplass talks to Desi about his second Emmy nomination for his role on the Apple TV+ series “The Morning Show."

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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 an Olympics edition of Sports War, Ronny Chieng and Michael Kosta recap the biggest stories from the 2024 Paris Games, including why Australian breaker Raygun is sure to be this year’s hottest Halloween costume. Also, three-time gold medalist Gabby Thomas joins Desi to discuss her big wins for Team USA, a moment she spent five years training for.

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Donald Trump is 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. Plus, entrepreneur and minority owner of the NBA’s Dallas Mavericks, Mark Cuban, joins Jon 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, and how drug price transparency has changed the future of our healthcare system.

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Charlamagne tha God joins Daily Show correspondent Josh Johnson to break down Kamala Harris’s campaign kickoff in Atlanta and the predictable backlash from Trump and the GOP. They discuss how Republicans’ sexist and racist attacks against VP Harris are ignoring the real issues, how she could meaningfully elevate the pop culture figures who support her, and what factors Black voters are not considering if they intend to vote for Donald Trump and JD Vance.

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Best selling author, publisher, and professor, Roxane Gay, joins Michael Kosta to talk about her new e-book, “Stand Your Ground: A Black Feminist Reckoning with America’s Gun Problem,” her decision to buy a gun, and why only heterosexual, white men are allowed to exercise their Second Amendment rights. Also, stand-up comedian Hannah Berner discusses her Netflix special, “We Ride At Dawn,” and how she’s finding her own path in comedy that doesn’t rely solely on late nights at comedy clubs with questionable dudes. 

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Michael Kosta gets to know Kamala Harris’s VP pick, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, and Josh Johnson explains to Michael why Walz is the “right type of white guy” to be her running mate. Plus, Michael watches Joe Biden’s first sit-down interview since dropping out of the presidential race.

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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. And, Grace Kuhlenschmidt attends Kamala Harris’s first rally with running mate Tim Walz to ask supporters about the Minnesota governor’s experience, dad energy, and the biggest elephant in the room: his whiteness. Then, stand-up comedian Hannah Berner talks 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.

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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. And, 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. Then, University of Michigan Law School professor and former U.S. Attorney Barbara McQuade joins 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.

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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. And, 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. Then, actor, writer, producer, and former “Daily Show” correspondent Ed Helms sits down 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.

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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. Then bestselling author, publisher, and professor Roxane Gay discusses her new e-book, “Stand Your Ground: A Black Feminist Reckoning with America’s Gun Problem.” She talks about her decision to buy a gun, why many other Black women and people of color choose gun ownership as a way of taking their defense into their own hands, and how the Second Amendment tends to go unrecognized when exercised by people who are not heterosexual cis white men. Gay also explains why she is excited about Kamala Harris’s new presidential bid.

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Ronny Chieng and Lewis Black unite for a self-described Grievance Edition of Behind the Show. Lewis takes Ronny back to the early days of The Daily Show and the first iterations of Lewis’s rants. They discuss how Back In Black evolved with the show and American culture throughout the years, how Lewis built his stand-up career as TDS took off, and whether political satire stands a chance against today’s insane news environment.

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Former GOP Congressman Adam Kinzinger joins Ronny Chieng to discuss Power the Polls, the non-partisan initiative to ensure safe and fair elections. Plus, singer, songwriter, and producer Eric Burton shares how he developed his Grammy-nominated band, Black Pumas, in the Austin, TX music scene.

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Jon Stewart covers Joe Biden’s departure from the presidential race, Kamala Harris’s campaign kickoff, and the GOP’s sexist and racist attacks against her. Ronny Chieng recaps Trump’s disastrous appearance at this year’s NABJ conference and Kamala’s campaign kickoff with Megan Thee Stallion. 

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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. Ronny is joined by former GOP Congressman Adam Kinzinger who discusses 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. And Oscar-nominated actor Hong Chau speaks about 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.

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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. Then, singer, songwriter, and producer of the Grammy-nominated band Black Pumas Eric Burton talks about developing the band in the live music scene of Austin, Texas with his creative partner, Adrian Quesada, how the success of their first album has influenced the music of their new second album, “Chronicles of a Diamond,” and attending a silent retreat. 

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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. 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. And director, Jon M. Chu, discusses 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.”

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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. And Pete Buttigieg explains to Jon 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.

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Mitt Romney’s 2012 presidential campaign struggles with all kinds of gaffes including his remarks that struggling countries like Palestine, Mexico and Ecuador have only their own cultures to blame for their hardship. Plus economist, Dambisa Moyo, explains how China is future-proofing its economy by engaging with emerging markets across the world unlike the United States.  

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The Daily Show News Team coverage of the DNC over the years including late-night drinks with delegates, healing Hillary’s heartbroken supporters, and testing the limits of inclusivity. 

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The Best F**kin' News Team's best f**kin' moments at the RNC over the years, from learning about small-town values, to seeking out any Black or Latino people, to finding out the last year America was great.

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Jon Stewart returns with another episode of The Weekly Show, his podcast featuring in-depth conversations with special guests that explore the biggest threats to our democracy. In this episode, Jon is joined by Doris Kearns Goodwin, presidential historian and Pulitzer Prize-winning author, whose most recent book is “An Unfinished Love Story: A Personal History of the 1960s", as well as Eugene Daniels, POLITICO White House correspondent and Playbook co-author. Together, they examine the flaws in our electoral process and media coverage, offer some possible fixes, and provide facts —not speculation — about what to expect in the weeks ahead. Catch new episodes of The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart every Thursday, wherever you get your podcasts.

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Award-winning actor Kevin Bacon joins Jordan Klepper to discuss his recent roles in "Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F" and "MaXXXine," his legendary acting career, and what he’s learned about sustaining a happy marriage with his wife, Kyra Sedgwick. Also, actor and musician Maya Hawke chats about being raised by actors, her role as Anxiety in "Inside Out 2" and the release of her new album, "Chaos Angel." 

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Protestant minister, social activist, and Yale Divinity School professor, Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II, joins Jon Stewart to explain the misrepresented statistics of poverty in America and his latest book, “White Poverty: How Exposing Myths About Race and Class Can Reconstruct American Democracy.” Also, New York Times global economics correspondent and author of "How the World Ran Out of Everything: Inside the Global Supply Chain," Peter S. Goodman, sits with Michael Kosta to explain American dependence on an unstable supply chain.

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Journalist and author, A.J. Jacobs, discusses his latest book “The Year of Living Constitutionally,” with Jon Stewart and breaks down what the U.S. Constitution actually says. Plus, Desi Lydic and Jordan Klepper welcome New York Times reporters Elizabeth Dias and Lisa Lerer to chat about their new book “The Fall of Roe: The Rise of a New America,” and the impact abortion bans have on other components of reproductive rights. 

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In this exclusive podcast, Aasif Mandvi goes Behind the Show to discuss the craziest moments of his tenure as TDS correspondent, like auditioning for and appearing on TDS the same day. He also shares behind-the-scenes details about his favorite moments from the field, including the racist diatribe that got a North Carolina Republican fired, Aasif’s father seeing his son ask the Governor of Florida for a urine sample on the evening news, and how Aasif being chased around a Republican convention led to John Oliver meeting his future wife.

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Bill O’Reilly and Jon Stewart discuss the aftermath of the Trump assassination attempt, the pervasiveness of anger and hate speech in political rhetoric, and what this means for this year’s election.   Plus, Scott Galloway explains to Ronny Chieng how young people have a right to be enraged for their lack of economic mobility due in large part to the Boomer generation voting for their own economic benefits at everyone else’s expense. 

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Jon Stewart, Jordan Klepper, and the Daily Show News Team analyze this week’s Republican National Convention, from Republican calls for unity and subsequent attacks on the Democrats’ agenda, to J.D. Vance’s VP reveal, to Donald Trump’s theatrical entrance and convention-capping speech. 

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