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This week's Daily Show host Jordan Klepper is joined by writer Zach DiLanzo to recap the news of the week, and preview what's to come. They'll dig in to Jordan's visit to the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, his time at the premiere of Melania at the renamed Trump-Kennedy Center, and Trump's obsession with building monuments to himself. Looking ahead, they talk Winter Olympics, ICE reform, and unplugging from the noise with their favorite live music. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc...
As the XXV Olympic Winter Games kick off in Milan, take a look back at The Daily Show's coverage of snowy ceremonies past. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jon Stewart weighs in on MAGA continuing to shield Trump from all Epstein accountability, and comments on America's double standard when it comes to providing "sanctuary" for rich elites vs. immigrants. Michael Kosta covers the reveal of Turning Point USA's "All-American Halftime Show" lineup, Trump attacking CNN reporter Kaitlan Collins, and the president's plans for new vanity landmarks across D.C. Plus, Kosta weighs in on the president's "joke" about canceling the midterm elections, the secre...
Michael Kosta covers Trump's loose-lipped revelation of a secret military weapon he calls "the Discombobulator" and how fallout from the latest dump of Epstein emails is affecting prominent global figures, including the Andrew formerly known as Prince being forced into the time-out castle, his ex-wife Sarah Ferguson shutting down her charity, and even Bill Clinton, who is set to testify about Epstein before Congress. Meanwhile, despite Trump's many mentions in the Epstein files, the president co...
Michael Kosta dives into Trump’s recent moves to steer the country back on track, which include the release of lame new “America Is Back” hats, telling CNN’s Kaitlan Collins to get over the Epstein files and smile more, and continuing his D.C. makeover by building a massive arch across from the Lincoln Memorial. Plus, Grace Kuhlenschmidt shares further updates on the president’s construction rampage. The state that brought you President Ronald Reagan and Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger offers a t...
Michael Kosta skewers conservative outrage over Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show, and satirizes Turning Point USA's D-list alternative. The show then delves into Trump's escalating rhetoric about "nationalizing" voting and his team's defense of election-canceling as a joke, contrasted with alarming FBI actions regarding 2020 ballots. Finally, Michael interviews Paul Rosolie, an Amazon conservationist, who shares incredible stories from his book "Junglekeeper," highlights the Amazon's crucial role in global ecosystems, and discusses his work with indigenous communities and the urgent need for conservation.
Trump declares himself "absolved" by the latest release of Epstein files, while Elon Musk’s Christmas wish for a trip to the sex island is put on blast, and Jon Stewart finds himself on Epstein’s list… for documentary voiceovers. Plus, as MAGA continues to shield the president from all accountability, Jon Stewart shines a light on the double standard of sanctuary given to Trump vs. immigrants. Historian and Pulitzer Prize-winning author Heather Ann Thompson sits down with Jon Stewart to discuss ...
This week's Daily Show host Michael Kosta is joined by writer Kat Radley to recap the news of the week, and preview what's to come. They dig into the new Trump account for newborns, the possible suppression of anti-ICE content across social media, and check in on what the FBI is up to now. Looking ahead they preview another potential government shutdown, and a weirdly sexy Winter Olympics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Jon Stewart dives into Alex Pretti's killing by federal agents in Minnesota, the ensuing gaslighting from the Trump administration despite clear video evidence, and the Right ignoring the Second Amendment to justify Pretti's murder. Desi Lydic weighs in on Border Patrol Commander Greg Bovino's demotion, reassignment, and replacement, while Trump officials engage in a blame game over the Minnesota violence. Plus, Desi covers the attack on Congresswoman Ilhan Omar by a vinegar-spraying assailant, ...
This episode dives into the political arena with Chuck Schumer's fiery critique of the Trump administration's immigration policies and Democratic demands for ICE reform. It then scrutinizes a controversial $40 million documentary about Melania Trump, exploring theories of bribery and the film's baffling content and production. The show also features a segment on Tim Friede, a man who has built immunity to venomous snakebites, and the potential for his unique self-experimentation to contribute to universal anti-venom. Finally, Desi Lydic interviews Emmy-winning actress Katherine LaNasa about her role in 'The Pitt,' discussing her personal cancer journey, the show's reflection on broken hospital systems, and the importance of empathy in healthcare.
Desi Lydic dives into the Trump administration's scramble to blame each other for the handling of Alex Pretti's shooting by federal agents in Minnesota, Trump's rally against Congresswoman Ilhan Omar, who was attacked at a town hall in the wake of his demonizing rhetoric, and the president's rollout of Trump Accounts, which he announced alongside MAGA’s newest spokeswoman, Nicki Minaj. In this edition of In My Opinion, Whitney Cummings profiles the Democratic politicians lined up for the 2028 pr...
Desi Lydic dives into the backlash over the Trump administration's immigration crackdown in Minnesota: GOPers push back against the DHS's attacks on Alex Pretti for carrying a legal firearm, Border Patrol Commander Greg Bovino gets a station reassignment and a screen time limit, and Trump resorts to finding Bovino's replacement via suggestions from "Fox & Friends" host Brian Kilmeade. Plus, Troy Iwata pitches a new look for Greg Bovino to match his demotion. Michael Kosta and Ronny Chieng du...
After the second murder of a Minnesota ICE protester by federal agents, Jon Stewart breaks down the increasingly unhinged gaslighting from Trump officials, who are trying to paint victim Alex Pretti as a "domestic terrorist" and ICE agents as innocent kittens, despite clear video evidence to the contrary. And as MAGA and Kristi Noem ignore even their precious Second Amendment in their attempts to justify the shooting of a legally armed citizen, Jon points to the real weapon threatening this admi...
This episode of the Precap was recorded on Thursday, January 22nd, prior to the ICE shooting in Minneapolis this weekend. This week's Daily Show host Desi Lydic is joined by writer Devin Delliquanti to recap the news of the week, and preview what's to come. They expertly analyze the Oscar nominees they haven't seen, unpack Trump's new Board of Peace's billion dollar subscription fee, and gossip like it's 2016. Looking ahead they anticipate a coming blizzard, and the premiere of the "Melania" doc...
The Daily Show revisits insightful interviews with prominent authors. David Sedaris shares observations from his book tour, while David McCullough delves into the realities of the American Revolution. Roxane Gay discusses her memoir on body image and trauma, and David Rakoff offers a defense of pessimism. Sarah Vowell explores American history through Lafayette, and Ta-Nehisi Coates grapples with writing's purpose, historical injustice, and geopolitical conflicts like Israel/Palestine.
Josh Johnson covers Trump's continued pitch for America to own Greenland and the president's ire at being snubbed for the Nobel Peace Prize, despite receiving one secondhand from Nobel winner Maria Corina Machado. Plus, Josh compares Trump's campaign promises to what the president actually achieved (for himself) in his first year back in office. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Josh Johnson gives a progress report on Trump’s first year in office based on his campaign pledges to generate more jobs, make Americans rich, improve healthcare, and protect free speech. Naturally, the only person to benefit from these promises is Trump, who now has everything but a normal-looking hand. Lewis Black takes on Gen Z’s nostalgic penchant for the past and the ridiculous “throwback” fads the younger generation is reviving, including cigarette smoking, “dumb phones” to help them think...
Trump closes out his first year as president (again) with a finger-crushing book of accomplishments while he leans into his goal for Year 2: acquiring Greenland. Josh Johnson tracks how Trump’s mumbling about his need to own “Iceland” in Davos morphed into a vague "concept of a deal" with the president who never hears the word “no.” In another edition of Everything Is Stupid, Ronny Chieng details the rise and fall of an alleged scam that anyone with a sane mind could’ve seen coming: former New Y...
After receiving a secondhand Nobel Peace Prize from the real winner, Maria Corina Machado, Trump decides peace is for chumps and doubles down on his plans to take over Greenland, angering both Emmanuel Macron and Emmanuel Macron's eye. Plus, while Josh Johnson thinks the president's plan to extort Greenland out of Europe's hands through tariffs will only hurt Americans, Michael Kosta demonstrates how kicking one's own ass is the ultimate fighting strategy. Trump still wants Greenland and is thre...
This week's Daily Show host Josh Johnson is joined by writer Nicole Conlan to recap the latest news, and preview what's yet to come. Together they try to wrap their heads around the "objectively bad" news cycle, including Trump's aggression toward Greenland, Venezuela, and the residents of Minnesota. They dig in to what individuals can to do be helpful wherever they are, and try to get inside the heads of agro, but outnumbered, ICE agents. Looking forward, they speculate on the upcoming Oscar no...
The Daily Show unpacks the many ways Americans have found to misunderstand and misappropriate Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Leslie Jones confronts people on the streets about how they’re celebrating. Dulce Sloan reminds us our heroes aren’t perfect, they’re people. Roy Wood Jr. on the exploitation of the holiday. Vann R. Newkirk II and Trevor Noah discuss the civil rights icon’s real legacy. Charlamagne Tha God is celebrating MLK Day like it's his last, because with this president, it might be. To...
Josh Johnson's freshman year at The Daily Show desk was filled with deep dives into the unraveling of the Epstein files, Trump's grudge against "treasonous" Obama, an accidental venture into socialism, a strange debate about pedophilia, and the president's ever-shrinking chances of getting into heaven. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jon Stewart digs into Trump claiming he's the acting president of Venezuela, dividing the country's oil between energy companies, and saber-rattling at Iran and Greenland. Jon also calls out MAGA's hypocrisy when it comes to the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE agent vs. the January 6 insurrection. Jordan Klepper tackles RFK Jr.'s upside-down food pyramid, Pete Hegseth's latest alleged war crime, and the people of Minnesota fighting back against ICE. Plus, Klepper covers the president's pu...
Jordan Klepper covers the latest on Trump’s whole milk antics, the president’s push to take over Greenland that has Europe mobilizing, and Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s burgeoning communist reign in New York City, which has unleashed terrors such as expanded access to childcare and free public restrooms. Grace Kuhlenschmidt breaks down the latest tech from the CES conference: candy that puts voices in your head, razors that botch your haircut for you, robots that can see you but can’t hear you, and a c...
Donald Trump gives a Ford factory worker the middle finger and delivers a message of “keep protesting” but only for Iranians, immigration raids escalate in Minnesota, ICE engages in blatant racial and accent profiling, and Jordan Klepper highlights the Minnesotans fighting back with music, costumes, and bologna. Musician Langhorne Slim joins Jordan Klepper to talk about his new album, “The Dreamin’ Kind.” They discuss the importance of dreamers and creativity, especially during uncertain times, ...
Jordan Klepper rounds up the latest indiscretions from Trump's cabinet, including Pete Hegseth adding perfidy to his collection of alleged war crimes, Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer bringing back the good old-fashioned political sex scandal, and RFK Jr. making America heart attack again with his upside-down food pyramid, which Troy Iwata breaks down for us. Charlamagne Tha God is celebrating MLK Day like it's his last, because with this president, it might be. Thanks to the Trump administra...
Jon Stewart digs into Trump announcing himself as Venezuela's acting president via Wikipedia, dividing Venezuela amongst cooperating oil companies, making a game-time decision to involve himself in Iran, and setting his sights on conquering Greenland so Russia can’t have it. Plus, Trump’s rules for January 6th rioters don't square with the MAGA rhetoric around the January 7th ICE killing of Renee Good. Civil liberties attorney and co-host of the podcast, "Previously Prohibited," Jenin Younes, jo...
This week's host Jordan Klepper sits down with Daily Show writer and producer Matt O'Brien to recap the latest news, and preview what's coming up. Jordan labels it "Don't Believe Your Eyes" Week as political leaders and the media ask the public to disregard video evidence and facts in favor of partisan interpretations of the ICE shooting in Minnesota, Trump's attack on Venezuela, and the anniversary of January 6th. Plus they unpack RFK Jr.'s new upside-down, rotisserie chicken forward food pyram...
Trump's been extra busy this year with his corrupt and chaotic handling of DEI, immigration, the trade war, SNAP benefits, foreign bribes, and more, but Jon Stewart managed to sum it all up with one big, beautiful word: Bulls**t! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
