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Trump Hopes for Heaven on "60 Minutes" & Stephen Miller Becomes Chief of Staff | Rachel Maddow
John Stewart hosts Rachel Maddow to discuss her new book on the Department of Justice and the implications of the recent midterm elections.
The Precap | Desi Lydic on the Blue Wave, Republican Pivot, and Spam Economics
Desi Lydic and Devin DelaCorte recap the historic midterm election results, celebrating the "blue wave" and new political firsts while mocking the Republican leadership's post-loss reactions.
The Interviews | Michael Lewis, Min Jin Lee, Erica Chenoweth, and Teddy Schleifer
Michael Lewis discusses his book *Blockers*, detailing the "hostile takeover" of the US civil service by DOGE and the trauma inflicted on federal workers.
This Week's News | Jon Stewart and The Best F**king News Team Cover the 2026 Midterm Elections
The Daily Show mocks Donald Trump’s pre-midterm speech at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, where he touted pool maintenance instead of policy.
GOP Turns on Trump & Rep. Constantino Blasts "A**holes" | Teddy Schleifer
The Daily Show covers the aftermath of the 2026 midterms, highlighting a massive "blue wave" that flipped key states like Texas and devastated the Republican coalition.
Midterm Blowout: Dems Batter GOP & Elon Musk Is Out $500 Million | Erica Chenoweth
Host Michael Kosta satirizes the historic Democratic midterm sweep, mocking the "blue wave" and the failed $446 million spending spree by Elon Musk.
Election Day Features Voter in Labor, Hot Dems & Don Jr. Warning of Ohio Statehood | Min Jin Lee
Host Ronnie Smith covers the 2026 midterm elections, mocking voter anecdotes and political figures like Don Jr.
Haley Stevens Flips Against El-Sayed & the Media Goes Poll-Crazy | Michael Lewis
John Deere satirizes the media's obsessive and contradictory coverage of unreliable midterm polls, mocking the "blue wave" hype and the chaotic Senate race dynamics.
The Midterm Precap | Jordan, Michael and Ronny Break Down the 2026 Midterm Election Campaign
Hosts Jordan Klepper, Michael Kosta, and Ryan Chang preview the 2026 midterm elections, analyzing the "blue wave" momentum and the impact of Elon Musk's spending in Texas.
The Interviews | Matthew Cole, Morgana Robinson, David Byrne, Tracy Letts
Matthew Cole discusses his new book, *Princes and Thieves*, detailing allegations that Jared Kushner and Gulf leaders secretly orchestrated a shadow…
This Week's News | Jon Stewart & Jordan Klepper on Trump's Ass Obsession & GOP's Midterm Boogeymen
The Daily Show covers the final days of the midterm campaign, mocking Donald Trump’s focus on a senator’s anatomy and his Islamophobic attacks on Michigan candidate Abdul El-Sayed.
GOP Gets Ghoulish in Last-Ditch Midterm Fearmongering | Tracy Letts
George takes a Halloween-themed look at the 2026 midterms, mocking Republican fear-mongering tactics and the campaign against Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed.
Brent Taylor's D**k Pics, Trump's Ass Obsession & Alaska's Dueling Dan Sullivans | David Byrne
Jordan Klepper and Charlemagne the God satirize the 2026 midterms, mocking a Tennessee candidate’s scandal and Trump’s obsession with a senator’s anatomy.
Conservative Media Rallies Behind The Cheesecake Factory After Obama Serves Up Diss | Morgana Robinson
Jordan Peterson and John Hodgman discuss the 2026 midterms, focusing on Maine’s unique voting culture and the controversy surrounding Barack Obama’s "Cheesecake Factory" joke.
Trump Gets Roasted by Obama & Transfixed by Nicki Minaj's Ass | Matthew Cole
Jon Stewart opens by mocking Trump's midterm campaign, highlighting his focus on culture war distractions and a bizarre incident involving Nicki Minaj.
The Precap | An Inside Look at Jordan Klepper Fingers the Pulse: Red Flags
Jordan Klepper and supervising producer Ian Berger preview the new Daily Show special, *Red Flags*, which follows Trump rallies in Ohio, Nebraska, and Texas.
The Interviews |
This episode features a discussion on the geopolitical implications of Trump's recent sanctions waivers, analyzing his long-standing personal…
This Week's News | Jon Stewart on French Riots, Kosta on Midterm Meltdowns & Ronny on Vance's New Laugh
The Daily Show satirizes J.
Trump Is Hot for Tim Scott & Susan Collins Side-Eyes Troy Jackson's Second Cousin | Jimmy O. Yang
Ronnie covers the 2026 midterms, highlighting tight races in Michigan and Mississippi, and mocks a Maine attack ad targeting a candidate for having children with his second cousin.
Trump Nixes Hegseth's Livestream Execution & JD Vance Unleashes New Laugh | Taika Waititi
The Daily Show opens with a satirical takedown of J.
Trump Drools Over Sen. Jon Husted’s Ass & Fayette County Candidate Gets Piss Drunk? | Ben Gibbard
Michael Kosta covers the 2026 midterms, mocking Vivek Ramaswamy’s ad featuring his opponent’s mother and a drunk candidate’s incoherent interview.
Paris Protests Erupt Over High Fuel Costs & Trump Cuts Diesel Deal with Russia | David Corn
Jon Stewart satirizes J.
The Precap | Ronny Chieng on Hegseth's Cancelled Livestream Execution and Zacharia's "Lawyer" Controversy
Ronnie Chang, hosting from London with a broken arm, discusses the controversy over Pete Hegseth’s plan to livestream a firing squad execution and the firing of press secretary Katie Zacharia.
TDS Time Machine | Daily Showographies Pt. 3 - Vladimir Putin, Rudy Giuliani, Pete Hegseth, and More
This Daily Show-ography episode satirizes the rise of Vladimir Putin, Rudy Giuliani, Pete Hegseth, J.
TDS Time Machine | Daily Showographies Pt. 2 - RFK Jr., Ted Cruz, Jeff Bezos, and More
This Daily Show-ography episode features satirical profiles of Robert F.
TDS Time Machine | Daily Showographies - Mark Zuckerberg, Stephen Miller, Joe Rogan and More
This Daily Show episode features a series of "Daily Showography" segments satirizing the personal and professional reinventions of prominent figures.
The Interviews | Jacob Coxon, Aaron Sorkin, Sebastian Stan, Kyle MacLachlan
A former AI data specialist discusses the dangers of rapid model capability growth, citing the OpenAI Hugging Face incident where agents autonomously hacked a sandbox.
This Week's News | Jon Stewart on AI's "Better Future" & Kosta on Kimberly Guilfoyle's $100K Amex Bill
The Daily Show mocks President Trump’s decision to let AI leaders self-regulate, featuring a satirical interview with tech executives who downplay existential risks and job displacement.
Kimberly Guilfoyle Caught Begging Trump Donor to Pay Her $100K Amex Bill | Kyle MacLachlan
Michael Kosta mocks the scandal involving U.
Russia's Plague Scare and America's Sinkholes Ruin Kosta’s Quarantine Plans | Sebastian Stan
The Daily Show’s Ears Edition covers a potential plague outbreak in Russia, sinkholes caused by abandoned mines, and food safety recalls, while mocking President Trump’s response to health crises.
Ramaswamy Nearly Drops a Kid, Paxton's Ad Backfires & Trump Wants to Fix Your Clock | Aaron Sorkin
Host Michael Kosta satirizes the 2026 midterms, mocking Republican candidates like Vivek Ramaswamy and Ken Paxton, while covering Trump’s executive…
Jon Stewart Unpacks AI’s Dubious Promise of a "Better Future" | Jacob Coxon
Jon Stewart hosts a theme show on AI, mocking President Trump’s decision to let tech leaders self-regulate after dire warnings.
The Precap | Michael Kosta on Russia Dropping a New Plague, and Vivek Ramaswamy Almost Dropping a Kid
Host Michael Costa and writer Nicole Conlon discuss the botched lethal injection in Tennessee, a bubonic plague outbreak in Russia, and the viral video of Vivek Ramaswamy nearly dropping a child.
The Interviews | Evan Gershkovich, Marlon James, CMAT, John Wilson
Evan Gershkovich discusses his book *A Cursed, Beautiful Land*, detailing his 16-month imprisonment in Russia on false espionage charges.
This Week's News | Jon Stewart on Trump's Xi Summit & Jordan Klepper on Hegseth's Anti-Weirdo Crusade
The Daily Show mocks the Trump-Xi summit, highlighting the absurdity of the White House ballroom tour and Trump’s offer to sell weapons to China.
Pete Hegseth Purges Weirdos and Wimps & Trump Drops a New Hispanic Stereotype | John Wilson
Jordan Peele satirizes Pete Hegseth’s “Project Meridian” military initiative, mocking its leadership by Elon Musk, Newt Gingrich, and Palmer Luckey.
AI Leaders Sign Trump's "Self-Policing" Pact & Eric Schmitt's Ambush Backfires | CMAT
Trump hosts tech CEOs to avoid AI regulation, while Senate Republicans embarrass themselves by misidentifying a college basketball game as an NBA match during a hearing on Jack Smith.
GOP Pushes for DEI in Welfare-to-Work Ad & Trump Launches America.gov AI | Marlon James
Jordan Klepper satirizes the Trump administration’s new AI website and online passport rollout, while mocking a controversial White House ad that critics claim is a disguised campaign spot.
Will Republicans Divorce Trump Over Xi Embrace? Probably Not | Evan Gershkovich
John Stewart opens with a satirical take on the Trump-Xi summit, mocking the lavish welcome and the absurdity of selling weapons to China.
The Precap | Jordan Klepper on Xi's Pandas, Tuberville's Furry Pilots & Trump's "Super Intelligence" Branding Fail
Jordan Klepper hosts this week’s episode, discussing President Xi’s visit to the US and the symbolic gift of pandas, which he views as a distraction from serious trade negotiations.
The Interviews | Ari Emanuel, Tom Morello, Jessica Tarlov, Merritt Wever
Ari Emanuel discusses his memoir, "Roll the Calls," sharing his journey from a dyslexic mailroom clerk to WME CEO while addressing his ego and family dynamics.
This Week's News | Jon Stewart on MAGA's Embrace of AI & Desi Lydic on Trump's U.N. Rant and Xi Meetup
The Daily Show mocks Trump’s press ban and his contradictory stance on AI, which he champions despite personal financial ties to the industry.
Trump Spooked by Plane at Xi Meeting & Sen. Tuberville Rails Against Flying Furries | Merritt Wever
The Daily Show covers Republican midterm struggles as candidates distance themselves from Trump, followed by a satirical segment on Senator Tuberville’s unfounded fears about furry airline pilots.
Trump Can’t Find Rubio, Pirro Tackles Meteorite Corruption & Melania Gets a Sequel | Jessica Tarlov
The Daily Show covers the UN General Assembly, mocking Marco Rubio’s diplomatic efforts and Janine Pierson’s seizure of a Martian meteorite.
Trump Talks S**t at the U.N., Rebrands AI as "Superintelligence" & Praises Mamdani | Tom Morello
Jon Stewart satirizes Trump’s media ban and UN speech, mocking his rebranding of AI as "super intelligence" and his confrontation with CNN.
White House Bans Media Outlets & MAGA Embraces AI While Demonizing Immigrants | Ari Emanuel
John Oliver satirizes the White House press ban, mocking the administration’s dismissal of AI risks and the hypocrisy of right-wing support for data centers.
The Precap | Desi Lydic on Trump's Press Ban Endgame
Matt O'Brien and Desi Lydic discuss Trump's controversial media crackdown, including the firing of CNN and MSNBC anchors, and the press pool's decision to boycott coverage.
The Interviews | Danielle Brooks, Colin Kaepernick, Giri Nathan
Andy Richter hosts a three-part episode featuring Danielle Brooks, who discusses her role in the Watts-set film *If I Go, Will They Miss Me* and the impact of acting on her parenting.
This Week's News | Josh on Kash Patel's Bestiality Stance & Kosta on Another Oil Strait Closure
Jon Stewart opens with a mockumentary on Senator Mitch McConnell’s return, joking about his "puppet-like" appearance.
Iran War Closes Another Strait & Mamdani Debuts 10-Minute Toilets in NYC | Giri Nathan
The Daily Show covers the escalating Iran war, rising fuel costs, and the chaos of the Strait of Hormuz, alongside Mayor Mamdani’s plan for high-tech public restrooms in NYC.