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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

After the Cut | Correspondents 2024 - Part 2

Step behind the desk with Jordan Klepper, Ronny Chieng and Michael Kosta as they connect with the audience After the Cut. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 23, 202513 min

After the Cut | Correspondents 2024 - Part 1

Step behind the desk with Jordan Klepper, Desi Lydic, and Ronny Chieng as they connect with the audience After the Cut. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 22, 202515 min

TDS Time Machine | Best of Steve Carrell - Part 2

Revisit some of the best from the best: Steve Carrell. Steve visits a town that has officially banned Satan, educate's Jon on some of the world's most dangerous animals as Crocodile Carrell, and uncovers a world of unexplained phenomena, such as Bob Hope's alien (British) origins. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 21, 202513 min

TDS Time Machine | Best of Ed Helms Pt. 2

Revisit Ed Helms' top-notch reporting on speedos, conservative "Coming Out Day," and camera phone Ed-iquette in this compilation of some of his most memorable moments on The Daily Show. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 20, 202512 min

TDS Time Machine | Black History Month

A Daily Show salute to Black History Month. Take a peek back at what TDS might have sounded like in 1965. Trevor Noah unpacks the lives and legacy of Nelson and Winnie Mandela. Roy Wood Jr. recalls the history of civil rights marches in CP Time. D.Ll Hughley challenges Los Angelenos to a Black History quiz. Trevor and Roy dig into the surprising origins of Peanuts character Franklin. Finally, After the Cut, Trevor remembers legendary singer Aretha Franklin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privac...

Feb 19, 202528 min

TDS Time Machine | Jon's Returniversary

It's been a year, a totally normal year, since Jon Stewart returned to The Daily Show. Revisit his farewell show, and his return to the airwaves. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 17, 202537 min

TDS Time Machine | President's Day

Get up close with four presidents of the United States discussing some of their most personal causes. Former President Jimmy Carter sits down with Jon Stewart to explain his efforts to eradicate the harmful Guinea Worm. Former President Bill Clinton talks about his foundation's campaign to combat ebola. President Barack Obama joins Trevor Noah to unpack how to be authentic amidst the demands of the presidency. Then Senator Joe Biden talks to Jon about how he would approach the presidency, and wh...

Feb 16, 202523 min

TDS Time Machine | Valentine's Day

Take a romantic stroll down memory lane with The Daily Show's Valentine's Day coverage. Nate Cordry tackles the War on St. Valentine's Day. Resident Expert John Hodgman educates us on romance. Lewis Black rails against the technology of the holiday. Jon Stewart checks in on a synagogue with a surprisingly saucy new teacher. Trevor Noah weighs in on the risks of modern romance. Ronny Chieng challenges people on the street to prove him wrong about love. Sarah Silverman and Michael Kosta investigat...

Feb 15, 202528 min

Trump Gets "Hot" for Kennedy Center, RFK Confirmed, Eggflation Rampant | Brady Corbet

Jordan Klepper tackles Trump getting "hot" and heavy with the Kennedy Center, the government confirming RFK Jr. as health secretary, and the president fumbling peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine before they even start. Josh Johnson asks New Yorkers how they're dealing with eggflation and tries to get in on the egg grift. Brady Corbet, writer and director of “The Brutalist,” joins to discuss his ten-time Oscar-nominated film. He explains how Trump’s first-term push to “Make Federal Bui...

Feb 14, 202530 min

Elon Crashes the Oval Office, Trump Pushes Gaza Takeover | Colman Domingo

Jordan Klepper covers Trump pushing his Gaza takeover plan even further and the hypocrisy, conflicts of interest, and terrible "jokes" behind the most powerful unelected bureaucrat in D.C., Elon Musk. Marco Rubio was not always the it-girl of D.C. With his humble Florida beginnings and perfect lack of moral integrity, he was able to sneak his way in with Trump's in-crowd. This is the Daily Showography of Marco Rubio narrated by Molly Ringwald. Emmy-winning actor Colman Domingo joins to talk abou...

Feb 13, 202530 min

Trump's Tariff Boredom, Hegseth Goes Diet Woke, Sports War: Super Bowl | Jesse Eisenberg

Jordan Klepper on Trump's boredom over his own tariffs, Pete Hegseth's half-woke Fort Bragg rebrand, and Eric Adams's "get out of jail" card. Plus, Grace Kuhlenschmidt, Michael Kosta, and Troy Iwata take a lesson from Mayor Adams on how to multi-task at the salon. Sports War: Klepper & Ronny spar over Super Bowl LIX and Kendrick's halftime show. Academy Award-nominated actor Jesse Eisenberg sits down to discuss writing, directing, and starring in his Oscar-nominated film, "A Real Pain." They...

Feb 12, 202532 min

Jon Stewart & John Oliver on America's Trump Monarchy Era | David Remnick

Jon Stewart tackles Trump's attempt to be the Super Bowl MVP and examines the president's rejection of federal agencies, birthright citizenship, and basic constitutional checks and balances. Plus, John Oliver welcomes America to its monarchy era. New Yorker editor David Remnick sits down to discuss the magazine’s 100th Anniversary Issue and journey since its inception in 1925. They also talk about the importance of long-form journalism, especially under the overwhelming second Trump administrati...

Feb 11, 202545 min

Behind the Show | Al Madrigal on What Makes a Great Field Piece

Longtime Daily Show editor Mark Paone sits down with former correspondent Al Madrigal to unpack some of their favorite segments. They talk how to make a great field piece, the Stephen Colbert advice that gets handed down to every new correspondent, what he would do differently, and how a Senior Latino Correspondent can get away without speaking Spanish. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 10, 202543 min

TDS Time Machine | Great Moments in Super Bowling

Get ready for the big game with a look back at The Daily Show's coverage through the years. Jon Stewart exposes Janet Jackson's "wardrobe malfunction," and unpacks controversial ad campaigns. Jessica Williams explains Beyonce's half time showstopper. Trevor Noah takes aim at riotous Philadelphia fans, and stadium snoozing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 09, 202526 min

TDS Time Machine | Oh, Canada...

Take a look back at America's sometimes fraught relationship with our friendly neighbour to the north. Trevor Noah introduces us to a suspiciously handsome new Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau. Desi Lydic heads to the border to figure out why refugees are dumping America. Jordan Klepper finds himself in the middle of a Canadian trucker convoy protest. Donald Trump starts his first Canadian Trade War, while Trudeau offers to do your homework. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

Feb 08, 202521 min

Gaza Backtrack, Trans Sports Ban, Garden of American Heroes | Ke Huy Quan

Desi Lydic covers Trump's latest executive actions, including a combination walk back/double-down on his Gaza plan, and a ban on trans athletes that he probably didn't proofread. Ronny Chieng and Josh Johnson debate which Americans are statue-worthy in the "National Garden of American Heroes." Charlamagne Tha God begs Dems & Republicans to stand up against Elon Musk. “Love Hurts” actor Ke Huy Quan joins to discuss his upcoming action flick that’s like “‘Die Hard’ for hopeless romantics.” The...

Feb 07, 202529 min

Trump Proposes Gaza Takeover, Ko$ta Doin' Business | Julia Stiles

Desi Lydic tackles Trump's proposal to take over Gaza and push all the Palestinians out to build a resort. Plus, Republicans try to spin the president's plan, and Jordan Klepper gets in on the brainstorming sesh. Stick your cash in avocados and steer clear of eggs, Michael Kosta is back with guaranteed money-making tips in a new Ko$ta Doin' Business. Emmy and Golden Globe-nominated actor Julia Stiles sits down to talk about her feature directorial debut, "Wish You Were Here." They discuss being ...

Feb 06, 202528 min

Elon Musk's Gov't Purge, Trump's J6 Revenge, Is Any of This Legal? | Nicole Avant

Desi Lydic covers Elon Musk's purge of USAID, Lousiana Senator John Kennedy's lust for omelets, and Trump's January 6 revenge on top FBI officials. Troy Iwata checks in to answer the burning question: Is any of this legal? How to Un-DEI Your Workplace: The Daily Show has you covered with this HR training video to help workers unlearn all those "woke" teachings. Acclaimed producer and best-selling author Nicole Avant talks to Desi about the true story behind the Netflix movie “The Six Triple Eigh...

Feb 05, 202534 min

Jon on Trump’s Trade War, Attacks on DEI & Myth of “Meritocracy” | Mo Amer

Jon Stewart examines Trump's attacks on trans people, Canada, and DEI as his first presidential orders of business and asks: How is that making America great again? Plus, the Best F**kin' News Team debate on where they rank in the DEI hierarchy. Mo Amer, writer, stand-up comedian, and co-creator and star of “Mo,” sits down to discuss the second season of his Peabody Award-winning Netflix series, inspired by his own refugee experience. They discuss how the series explores the complexities of stat...

Feb 04, 202537 min

Behind the Show | Charlamagne on Misplaced Political Anger

Daily Show writer Ashton Womack sits down with Charlamagne The God to unpack their recent segment on the anger directed at rappers performing at Trump's inauguration. They discuss why people hold entertainers to a higher standard than politicians, the need for better messaging from the Democratic party, and how Republicans have taken advantage of anger and perceived sincerity with actions that back up their words. Check out the original segment: https://youtu.be/g1ACmdglOSA See omnystudio.com/li...

Feb 03, 202530 min

TDS Time Machine | Groundhog Day

Celebrate Groundhog Day with The Daily Show again, and again, and again, and again... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 02, 202510 min

TDS Time Machine | Jon Stewart on Immigration Over the Years

Whether it's child refugees, Arizona's ridiculous immigration law, searching immigrants they find "reasonably suspicious," or "anchor babies," Jon Stewart has you covered on all things immigration. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 01, 202521 min

Trump Blames Plane Crash on DEI, Lewis Black on Dry January | Vince Beiser

Michael Kosta on the tragic Washington D.C. plane crash and Trump's baseless blame of DEI for the catastrophe. Plus, the Best F**kin' News team breaks down which of Trump's nominees was least qualified at their Senate hearings. Lewis Black Celebrates the End of Dry January and Other Ridiculous Drinking Trends Journalist and author Vince Beiser sits down to discuss the paradox of electric vehicles and renewable energy in his latest book "Power Metal: The Race for the Resources That Will Shape the...

Jan 31, 202533 min

RFK Jr.’s Fiery Hearing, Rethinking Social Media | Filmmaker Rachel Mason

Michael Kosta tackles RFK Jr.'s confirmation hearing for health secretary, his questionable stances on vaccines and AIDS, and Bernie Sanders's onesie interrogation. The polio virus (Troy Iwata) shares his excitement about returning to work. Grace Kuhlenschmidt asks New Yorkers if they will finally delete their apps now that Trump-aligned billionaires run various social media platforms, Filmmaker Rachel Mason sits down to discuss her new Max docuseries, “An Update on Our Family.” She explains wha...

Jan 30, 202532 min

Trans Military Ban, J6 Pardon Aftermath, Sports War: Super Bowl Swifties | Lil Rel Howery

Michael Kosta checks in on the latest Trumpworld news: new press secretary Karoline Leavitt, the banning of trans people in the military, and the aftermath of pardoned Jan. 6 insurrectionists. Troy Iwata sets up an elaborate sting for J6 sex offenders. Plus, Sports War: Kosta and Ronny Chieng on Super Bowl Swifties, Philly celebrations, & NHL nachos. Comedian and actor Lil Rel Howery chats about starring in the new animated film “Dog Man,” how therapy has benefited his life and his comedy, a...

Jan 29, 202528 min

Jon Stewart on Dems' Accusations of Fascism, China's New A.I. | Royal Ramey

Jon Stewart discusses China's new A.I. tool "DeepSeek," and urges Democrats to convince voters of THEIR plan rather than react to Trump's "fascist" first week of executive orders. Chief Royal Ramey, a formerly incarcerated firefighter, and CEO and co-founder of the Forestry and Fire Recruitment Program, joins to discuss his program. They talk the hands-on training he received while incarcerated, why the work appeals to those currently serving time, and how helping a community and experiencing th...

Jan 28, 202540 min

Behind The Show | Fingering the Pulse at Trump's Second Inauguration | Jordan Klepper - Ian Berger

Jordan Klepper joins Supervising Producer and Segment Director Ian Berger to deep dive on their latest Fingering the Pulse segment, talking to the crowds at Trump’s second inauguration. They discuss the thrill of victory, the disappointment of a cancelled outdoor ceremony, mixed feelings on blanket J6 pardons, and the absolute joy of a MAGA garbage truck. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 27, 202531 min

TDS Time Machine | Vacation Getaways

Escape the winter doldrums with a look back at some of The Daily Show's expert vacation recommendations. Trevor Noah discusses Ted Cruz's aborted trip to Cancun amidst a dangerous winter storm, then unpacks Miami's spring break problem. Michael Kosta gives you Just the Tip with his best travel tips and tricks. Trevor talks with audience members about his love of world travel, and Michael Kosta returns to explain how to vacation from home during a pandemic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

Jan 26, 202522 min

TDS Time Machine | Trump’s Road to Impeachment

From Pelosi initially withholding the articles of impeachment to Mitt Romney’s rank-breaking vote, here’s a look back at the Trump impeachment saga. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 25, 202546 min
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