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The Daily Show: Ears Edition

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Jon Stewart and The Daily Show News Team cover today's biggest headlines. The “Ears Edition” of The Daily Show features full episodes, extended content, exclusive interviews, and more.

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Episodes

Biden Impeachment Inquiry: The Hunter Biden Files

Republicans have opened an impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden after months of investigations of his son Hunter Biden's foreign business dealings. Jordan Klepper hit up one final Trump rally before Election Day 2020 to hear what Trump’s supporters think about Hunter Biden’s laptop. Plus, Desi Lydic Foxsplains Hunter Biden, and Trevor recounts the FBI's investigation of Hunter Biden’s taxes and highlights the history of nepotism in the White House. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

Sep 20, 202323 min

Will Big Pharma Ever Face Justice for the Opioid Crisis?

The Supreme Court recently blocked a bankruptcy deal that would have given full immunity to the members of the Sackler family who once controlled Purdue Pharma, the maker of OxyContin. Trevor Noah calls out the frustrating contradictions within the initial deal and shares his thoughts on what it would take for the heads of these corporations to be brought to justice. But first, Michael Che tries to get to the bottom of Big Pharma’s role in the opioid epidemic and Trevor covers the ineffective, l...

Sep 19, 202326 min

Correspondent Spotlight: The Best of Al Madrigal

Senior Latino Correspondent Al Madrigal tackles an array of issues, including: Tucson's Mexican-American studies ban, a general lack of opportunity for Latinos in show business, the cultural differences among Chileans, and which unexpected conservative presidential candidate garners Al Madrigal's nod for the Latino vote. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 18, 202321 min

Transracial Adoption & Navigating Racial Identity | Beyond the Scenes

Transracial adoption has increased over the years and the experience of being raised by adoptive parents of a different race is not without complications. Host Roy Wood Jr. chats with author of the book All You Can Ever Know , Nicole Chung, and author of the book Surviving the White Gaze , Rebecca Carroll, about their first-hand experiences as transracial adoptees. They discuss their upbringings in predominantly white cities, why adoptive families often don’t talk about race, and their lifelong ...

Sep 17, 202356 min

Lehman, Merrill, and AIG, Oh My! Jon Covers the Financial Crisis | TDS Time Machine

The Daily Show jumps in our time machine to head back to this day in 2008: Lehman Brothers has just collapsed, sending the market into a death spiral and sinking the financial crisis to a new low. Jon Stewart catches us up on this latest economic nightmare, discussing the ever-changing situation with Aasif Mandvi before checking in on the latest presidential campaign-trail spin from Senators Barack Obama, John McCain, Joe Biden, and Governor Sarah Palin. Plus, Jon and Ricky Gervais get into some...

Sep 16, 202321 min

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month | Eva Longoria | Ana Navaro | Diane Guerrero

Eva Longoria talks about the challenges facing the Latino community right now and how she is unmasking beauty stereotypes. Co-host of "The View" and CNN political commentator Ana Navarro discusses the importance of unity among Latinos and all underrepresented groups, and how Democrats shouldn't take the Latino vote for granted. And Actor and activist Diane Guerrero talks about the need for more representation in Hollywood and the struggles she faced being separated from her immigrant parents at ...

Sep 15, 202321 min

Tackling Critical Race Theory in American Schools

Trevor Noah reports on the fight to keep critical race theory in schools and the harmful outcomes of diluting the effects of slavery in the classroom. Also, Trevor sits with New York Times reporter Nikole Hannah-Jones to discuss how "The 1619 Project" aims to depict a more accurate history of America. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 14, 202328 min

Reclusive Madman: The Kim Jong Un Files

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is meeting with Vladimir Putin this week, but before Putin…there was Trump. Trevor covers the historic nuclear summit meeting between Kim Jong Un and President Trump, who lavished the dictator with praise and gave him a sweetheart diplomatic deal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 13, 202326 min

Pizza Passion: Jon Stewart's Infamous Pizza Takedowns

New York is famous for its pizza and no one is prouder of that than Jon Stewart…or more protective. Jon takes on Donald Trump, the entire city of Chicago, and Mayor Bill DeBlasio in his defense of proper pizza etiquette and his mission to cement New York as the pizza capital of America. Grab a slice and strap in for the ride. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 12, 202331 min

9/11 First Responders React to 2010 Zadroga Bill Filibuster

Jon Stewart covers the first of many legislative setbacks in providing funding for 9/11 Responders’ health care services via the James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act. While Senate Republicans filibuster the Zadroga Bill, tax cuts are passed for the wealthy while America’s news channels are beat to reporting the story by Al Jazeera. Jon is joined by 9/11 responders Kenny Specht (FDNY), Chris Bowman (NYPD), Ken George (DOT), and heavy equipment operating engineer John Devlin for their re...

Sep 11, 202321 min

Roy Talks NFL Player Safety with Nate Burleson | Beyond the Scenes

Buffalo Bills safety, Damar Hamlin, went into cardiac arrest during a game. This injury sparked conversations about the safety of football and the ways the NFL protects their players’ well being. Host Roy Wood Jr. sits down with CBS Mornings co-host, Nate Burleson, to discuss their feelings towards the game, the importance of protecting players’ mental health, and the fight for lifetime insurance in the NFL. Original air date: January 17, 2023 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Sep 10, 202333 min

Dirty, Sexy Politics with Meghan McCain | TDS Time Machine

The Daily Show jumps in our time machine to head back to this day in 2010: Jon Stewart is our host and he sits down with Meghan McCain to discuss her book Dirty, Sexy Politics. Plus, former Daily Show correspondent, Wyatt Cenac, reports on the lack of Supreme Court justices from the borough of Staten Island. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 09, 202321 min

New York Fashion Week Hits the Runway

New York Fashion Week hits the runway this week! Desi does a deep dive unpacking the history of NY Fashion Week, Dulcé talks about cultural appropriation in fashion, and Roy highlights Black trailblazers in the fashion industry. Also, Trevor sits down with iconic fashion designer, Dapper Dan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 08, 202318 min

The NFL Tackles Race and Safety

It's the start of a new NFL season! Trevor chats with Daily Show correspondent, Roy Wood Jr, about the dangers of football and highlights the lack of Black head coaches in the NFL. Also, guest host D.L. Hughley sits down with NFL commentator, Dominique Foxworth, to discuss the improvements he's seen in the league over time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 07, 202332 min

50 Shades of Graham: The Lindsey Graham Files

Desi Lydic narrates The Daily Showography of South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham, a man married to the game. Trevor sits down with Lindsey Graham, who wanted anyone but Trump to win the 2016 election. Flash forward to the 2020 election where Graham backed Trump's claims of voter fraud. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 06, 202318 min

Beyoncé’s Global Impact

Beyoncé's impact on music and pop culture is undeniable. The Daily Show dives deep into Queen Bey's global influence. Trevor Noah covers the media freakout over Beyoncé's "Lemonade" album and former correspondent Jessica Williams dissects the political messages in Beyoncé's 2013 Super Bowl Halftime performance. Also, Trevor talks about the time Beyoncé left him starstruck at the Oscars and takes guesses on who he thinks bit Beyoncé at a party. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Sep 04, 202315 min

Being Black in The Fashion Industry | Beyond the Scenes

Virgil Abloh, Zelda Wynn Valdes, and Stephen Burrows are iconic and influential Black designers, but the fashion industry has had a long history of racism, classism, and nepotism. Host Roy Wood Jr. chats with Daily Show producer, Chelsea Williamson, CEO of Harlem’s Fashion Row, Brandice Daniel & Editor in Chief at The Cut, Lindsay Peoples about the influence Black culture has had on fashion and the hurdles of breaking into the industry. They also discuss how Lindsay’s 2018 article, “What It’...

Sep 03, 202345 min

Dulcé & Josh vs. YouTube Comments | Hold Up with Dulcé Sloan & Josh Johnson

Dulcé and Josh are reacting to their favorite comments from this season. Moderated by Roy Wood Jr., Dulcé and Josh respond to comments from “Conscious Rap vs. Club Bangers,” “Summer vs. Winter,” “Vanilla vs. Chocolate,” “Diners vs. Waffle House,” and “Chicken Soup vs. Tomato Soup!” It’s Dulcé and Josh vs. the YouTube Comments this week on Hold Up. Original air date: May 4, 2023 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Sep 02, 20231 hr 4 min

America's Student Debt Crisis

The number of Americans with student debt is higher now than ever before. Trevor examines how student debt got so out of control in the U.S. and its potential effects lasting to the grave for many older borrowers. And Roy Wood Jr. examines breaks down the pros and cons of college. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 01, 202322 min

Trevor Breaks Down The Consequences of Climate Change You May Not Know About

Climate change, wildfires, environmental destruction. Why don’t people care? We’re all familiar with the major effects of climate change, but a hotter Earth creates lots of smaller changes too: more female turtles, worse-tasting coffee, scary space junk and even less sex. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 31, 202321 min

Trevor Sits Down with Tennis Legend Serena Williams & Star of 'King Richard' Will Smith

Legendary tennis champion and entrepreneur Serena Williams discusses overcoming adversity while building her venture capital firm Serena Ventures, being an executive producer on King Richard , and the importance of family. And Will Smith discusses showcasing the unseen sides of Richard Williams in King Richard and shares how writing his memoir was a cathartic experience. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 29, 202323 min

Klepper vs. Trump's 2024 Campaign

A MAGA rally turned "intimate event," multiple military conspiracies, protestors against Trump's arrest, and more. Jordan Klepper takes on Trump's road to 2024 candidacy...if Trump doesn't get arrested. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 28, 202315 min

The Pink Tax And Why It Costs More To Be a Woman | Beyond the Scenes

The pink tax is a form of gender discrimination that can cost women an average of $1,400 or more a year. In this episode, host Roy Wood Jr. sits down with correspondent Desi Lydic, segment director Stacey Angeles, and Congresswoman Jackie Speier to discuss everyday examples of goods and services that cost women more, the economic impact of the pink tax, and the challenges of being a female consumer. Original air date: March 8, 2022 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 27, 202333 min

Irons vs. Steamers | Hold Up with Dulcé Sloan & Josh Johnson

“Irons got those settings on them. They got nylon, they got silk, they got cotton, they got polyester. All right? You can adjust the knob.” - Josh Johnson “A steamer, pour some water in that bitch, and let the steam do the walking. Okay? You let the steam calm through them wrinkles. Let the steam knock it out.” - Dulcé Sloan It’s irons vs. steamers this week on Hold Up with Daily Show correspondent Dulcé Sloan and writer Josh Johnson. Original air date: October 6, 2022 See omnystudio.com/listene...

Aug 26, 202341 min

The 19th Amendment & Women's Equality Day

Desi Lydic womansplains two big gender issues: female representation and the ERA. Dulcé Sloan looks at how the 19th Amendment got passed, its shortcomings, and how far we still have to go for true equal access to elections for all. And Veronica Chambers breaks down the often unrecognized history of the 19th Amendment and women’s suffrage in her new book “Finish the Fight!: The Brave and Revolutionary Women Who Fought for the Right to Vote.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 25, 202320 min

Trevor Shuts Down Conservatives' Excuses for Gun Violence

Trevor takes a closer look at the roles that anti-immigrant rhetoric, violent video games, internet hate groups and mental illness play in the U.S.’s gun violence epidemic – and, of course, the guns themselves. And Michael Kosta asks tourists, how do we stop mass shootings in America? For some Republican lawmakers, the solution involves everything but actual gun control. The answer is even; fewer doors. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Aug 24, 202324 min

The Mike Pence Files: From Trump Puppet to Trump Opponent

Presidential hopeful Mike Pence has quite a VP resume: ice cold immigration takes, unconvincing lies, and an impressive squirm out of Trump's hold. Here are some of his most memorable moments. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 23, 202329 min

The Best of Trevor Roasting Trump | Between the Scenes

Trump has given Trevor a lot to report on over the years. And in these Between the Scenes Trevor offers his unfiltered opinions on the former President, including; Trump's dictator tendencies, why Trump can't compartmentalize, and what Trevor would ask Trump if he ever interviewed him. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 22, 202320 min

Correspondent Spotlight: The Best of Ed Helms

Former Daily Show Correspondent Ed Helms investigates why liquor and firearms don't mix and checks in on Massachusetts' response to gay marriage. He also sits down with Trevor to discuss the success of working with one of the largest Native American writing rooms on “Rutherford Falls,” how it feels to be back in The Daily Show studio, and his anything-goes approach to comedy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 21, 202317 min
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