The Daily Show

Season 29

138 episodes 31 seasons

Following the departure of host Trevor Noah at the end of 2022, a series of guest hosts from both within and outside "The Daily Show's" correspondents roster filled the program's anchor chair throughout 2023, each sitting in for a one-week assignment. On January 24, 2024, it was announced that Jon Stewart would return to the show he had hosted from 1999 to 2015. This time around, in addition to serving as an executive producer, Stewart will host Monday episodes through at least the end of the 2024 U.S. election cycle. From Tuesdays through Thursdays, members of "The Best F#@king News Team" will rotate hosting duties.

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The Daily Show Season 29 released on February 12, 2024.

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S29E01 Aired February 12, 2024

February 12, 2024 - Zanny Minton Beddoes

Jon Stewart looks at President Biden and Donald Trump's advanced ages, the news team visits a true American diner, and The Economist's Zanny Minton Beddoes examines national conservatism.

S29E02 Aired February 13, 2024

February 13, 2024 - Killer Mike

Jordan Klepper talks to rally goers for political underdog Nikki Haley and "one-day dictator" Donald Trump, Desi Lydic outlines Republican fears, and Killer Mike promotes his album "Michael."

S29E03 Aired February 14, 2024

February 14, 2024 - Joshua Green & Lashana Lynch

Jordan Klepper covers a not-so-special House election on Long Island, NY, journalist Joshua Green discusses his book "The Rebels," and actor Lashana Lynch talks about "Bob Marley: One Love."

S29E04 Aired February 15, 2024

February 15, 2024 - Cord Jefferson

Jordan Klepper covers a sex scandal in the Fulton County, GA, D.A.'s office, Grace Kuhlenschmidt swoons over adulterous presidents, and director Cord Jefferson discusses "American Fiction."

S29E05 Aired February 19, 2024

February 19, 2024 - Melissa Murray and Kate Shaw

Jon Stewart breaks down Tucker Carlson's deferential interview with Vladimir Putin, and "Strict Scrutiny" podcast hosts Melissa Murray and Kate Shaw explore the dangers of authoritarianism.

S29E06 Aired February 20, 2024

February 20, 2024 - Danai Gurira

Desi Lydic and Josh Johnson evaluate Donald Trump's sneaker line, Ronny Chieng takes advantage of Alabama's new embryo law, and Danai Gurira previews "The Walking Dead: The Ones Who Live."

S29E07 Aired February 21, 2024

February 21, 2024 - Maite Alberdi

Desi Lydic covers the not-so-credible FBI informant working against President Biden, Michael Kosta visits "climate refuge" Duluth, MN, and director Maite Alberdi talks "The Eternal Memory."

S29E08 Aired February 22, 2024

February 22, 2024 - Jason Isbell

Desi Lydic analyzes Nikki Haley's so-called moderate views, Troy Iwata celebrates a day without smartphones, and Jason Isbell performs "Cast Iron Skillet" from his album "Weathervanes."

S29E09 Aired February 26, 2024

February 26, 2024 - Murtaza Hussain and Yair Rosenberg

Jon Stewart analyzes Israel-Palestine peace plans and the long-term impact of U.S. foreign policy with journalists Murtaza Hussain and Yair Rosenberg, and Jon bids farewell to a friend.

S29E10 Aired February 27, 2024

February 27, 2024 - Kwame Alexander

Ronny Chieng tells guest host Michael Kosta his plan to defeat Wendy's surge pricing, The Daily Show profiles 2024 candidate RFK Jr., and writer Kwame Alexander talks "This Is the Honey."

S29E11 Aired February 28, 2024

February 28, 2024 - Sloane Crosley

Michigan natives Michael Kosta and Jordan Klepper debate their state's primary, "Dr." Troy Iwata rates politicians' mental fitness, and writer Sloane Crosley discusses "Grief Is for People."

S29E12 Aired February 29, 2024

February 29, 2024 - Rex Chapman

Michael Kosta and Desi Lydic lament the Supreme Court's delay of Donald Trump's immunity case, Dulcé Sloan celebrates Black women, and Rex Chapman talks "It's Hard for Me to Live with Me."

S29E13 Aired March 04, 2024

March 4, 2024 - Jonathan Blitzer

Jon Stewart explores the highly partisan migrant crisis and New York's less-than-welcoming response to the issue, and writer Jonathan Blitzer discusses "Everyone Who Is Gone Is Here."

S29E14 Aired March 05, 2024

March 5, 2024 - Yuval Noah Harari

Guest host Ronny Chieng explores "shrinkflation," Jordan Klepper meets indecisive Nikki Haley fans, and Yuval Noah Harari talks about "Unstoppable Us, Volume 2: Why the World Isn't Fair."

S29E15 Aired March 06, 2024

March 6, 2024 - Chelsea Peretti

Guest host Ronny Chieng covers Super Tuesday's predictable results, Grace Kuhlenschmidt enjoys beautiful American Samoa, and Chelsea Peretti chats about "First Time Female Director."

S29E16 Aired March 07, 2024

March 7, 2024 - Awkwafina

Ronny Chieng looks at new airport and subway security measures, Michael Kosta talks to Eagle Pass, TX, residents about the recent "invasion," and Awkwafina discusses "Kung Fu Panda 4."

S29E17 Aired March 11, 2024

March 11, 2024 - Steven Levitsky

Jon Stewart covers the 2024 State of the Union address and breaks down the GOP's warped relationship with the Constitution, and writer Steven Levitsky discusses "Tyranny of the Minority."

S29E18 Aired March 12, 2024

March 12, 2024 - Jane Marie

Desi Lydic, Michael Kosta and Grace Kuhlenschmidt dig into a Kate Middleton mystery, and author Jane Marie discusses "Selling the Dream: The Billion-Dollar Industry Bankrupting Americans."

S29E19 Aired March 13, 2024

March 13, 2024 - David Alan Grier

Desi Lydic and Michael Kosta explore the potential TikTok ban, Lewis Black complains about AI's human biases, and David Alan Grier talks about "The American Society of Magical Negroes."

S29E20 Aired March 14, 2024

March 14, 2024 - Renée Elise Goldsberry

The news team explores the dubious democracy of Russia's 2024 presidential election, Miami breaks up with spring breakers, and actor Renée Elise Goldsberry chats about her show "Girls5eva."

S29E21 Aired March 25, 2024

March 25, 2024 - Gary Clark Jr.

Jon Stewart loses patience with the double standards at work in Donald Trump's "victimless" financial fraud case, and Gary Clark Jr. performs "Habits" from his album "JPEG RAW."

S29E22 Aired March 26, 2024

March 26, 2024 - Jim Sciutto

Jordan Klepper and Josh Johnson debate Florida's age limits for social media, the GOP grapples with "What Women Voters Want," and author Jim Sciutto discusses "The Return of Great Powers."

S29E23 Aired March 27, 2024

March 27, 2024 - Byron Tau

Jordan Klepper explores shifting attitudes toward the January 6 insurrectionists, Michael Kosta attends RFK Jr.'s running mate announcement, and Byron Tau discusses "Means of Control."

S29E24 Aired March 28, 2024

March 28, 2024 - Huey Lewis

Jordan Klepper and Grace Kuhlenschmidt react to NYC's congestion pricing, Leslie Jones rages against election polls, and Huey Lewis talks "The Heart of Rock and Roll" jukebox musical.

S29E25 Aired April 01, 2024

April 1, 2024 - Lina Khan

Jon Stewart analyzes the bait-and-switch promises of artificial intelligence, and Federal Trade Commission chair Lina Khan discusses monopolies, antitrust laws and corporate collusion.

S29E26 Aired April 02, 2024

April 2, 2024 - Colin Allred

Desi Lydic celebrates the skyrocketing popularity of women's basketball, Michael Kosta meets an NYC "ghost plates" buster, and 2024 Senate hopeful Colin Allred lays out his plans for Texas.

S29E27 Aired April 03, 2024

April 3, 2024 - Alison Brie

Desi Lydic explores conservatives' outrage over a harmless calendar coincidence, Charlamagne Tha God breaks down the flaws of DEI, and Alison Brie chats about her series "Apples Never Fall."

S29E28 Aired April 04, 2024

April 4, 2024 - Sebastian Junger and Ken Harbaugh

Desi Lydic explains Nebraska's crucial role in the 2024 election, Jordan Klepper and Ronny Chieng brace for the eclipse, and Sebastian Junger and Ken Harbaugh discuss "Against All Enemies."

S29E29 Aired April 08, 2024

April 8, 2024 - Christiane Amanpour

Jon Stewart looks at eclipse conspiracy theories and the U.S.'s delicate treatment of Israel, and Christiane Amanpour outlines the need for strong political leadership in the Middle East.

S29E30 Aired April 09, 2024

April 9, 2024 - Alex Garland

Michael Kosta explores Arizona's Civil War-era abortion ban and Donald Trump's ever-changing views on reproductive rights, and director Alex Garland discusses "Civil War."

S29E31 Aired April 10, 2024

April 10, 2024 - Vampire Weekend

Michael Kosta and Troy Iwata try to pinpoint the ideal youthful candidate for a Supreme Court spot, and Vampire Weekend performs "Mary Boone" from their album "Only God Was Above Us."

S29E32 Aired April 11, 2024

April 11, 2024 - Hanif Abdurraqib

Michael Kosta and Jordan Klepper offer their bro-iest takes on abortion, a new service saves politicians from embarrassing falls, and Hanif Abdurraqib discusses "There's Always This Year."

S29E33 Aired April 15, 2024

April 15, 2024 - David E. Sanger

Jon Stewart is baffled by the current "teams" in the Middle East, the news team debates which historical martyr Donald Trump resembles most, and author David E. Sanger talks "New Cold Wars."

S29E34 Aired April 16, 2024

April 16, 2024 - Mayan Lopez

Dulcé Sloan and Jordan Klepper check in on jury selection at Donald Trump's trial, John Leguizamo breaks down the importance of Latino voters, and Mayan Lopez chats about "Lopez vs. Lopez."

S29E35 Aired April 17, 2024

April 17, 2024 - Orlando Bloom

Josh Johnson tries to land a spot on Donald Trump's jury, Dulcé Sloan visits a Black-owned wine tour in Georgia, and Orlando Bloom discusses his docuseries "Orlando Bloom: To the Edge."

S29E36 Aired April 18, 2024

April 18, 2024 - Brittney Spencer

Dulcé Sloan covers Speaker Mike Johnson's clash with fellow Republicans in Congress, Josh Johnson learns the art of tax evasion, and Brittney Spencer discusses her album "My Stupid Life."

S29E37 Aired April 22, 2024

April 22, 2024 - Salman Rushdie

Jon Stewart and a very special guest debate the media's sensationalist coverage of Donald Trump's mundane trial, and Salman Rushdie discusses "Knife: Meditations After an Attempted Murder."

S29E38 Aired April 23, 2024

April 23, 2024 - Stephanie Kelton

Jordan Klepper and Ronny Chieng explore Donald Trump's "torturous" time in court, Joe Biden shares a startling family story, and economist Stephanie Kelton discusses "Finding the Money."

S29E39 Aired April 24, 2024

April 24, 2024 - Andy Kim

Jordan Klepper and Ronny Chieng break down a Tennessee bill to arm schoolteachers, Michael Kosta explores America's pickleball craze, and New Jersey Rep. Andy Kim discusses his Senate bid.

S29E40 Aired April 25, 2024

April 25, 2024 - Kyle Chayka

Ronny Chieng and Jordan Klepper explore the dangers of police presence at college protests against the war in Gaza, and Kyle Chayka discusses "Filterworld: How Algorithms Flattened Culture."

S29E41 Aired May 06, 2024

May 6, 2024 - Jonathan Haidt

Jordan Klepper looks at Governor Kristi Noem's war on dogs, Josh Johnson won't take sides in the Kendrick Lamar-Drake rap beef, and Jonathan Haidt discusses "The Anxious Generation."

S29E42 Aired May 07, 2024

May 7, 2024 - Lexi Freiman

Jordan Klepper and Troy Iwata suffer through Stormy Daniels's TMI testimony, Desi Lydic discovers a lucrative way to save the planet, and Lexi Freiman talks about "The Book of Ayn."

S29E43 Aired May 08, 2024

May 8, 2024 - Matt Damon

Jordan Klepper and Desi Lydic analyze RFK Jr.'s startling health revelation, Lewis Black calls out Tesla's dismal profits and truck recall, and Matt Damon discusses "Kiss the Future."

S29E44 Aired May 09, 2024

May 9, 2024 - John Della Volpe

Jon Stewart calls out fake outrage on the right and confronts his own political shame, and John Della Volpe discusses "Fight: How Gen Z Is Channeling Their Fear and Passion to Save America."

S29E45 Aired May 13, 2024

May 13, 2024 - Ilana Glazer

Jon Stewart breaks down Senator Bob Menendez's corruption trial and the legal loopholes allowing members of Congress to gain wealth and power, and Ilana Glazer chats about her movie "Babes."

S29E46 Aired May 14, 2024

May 14, 2024 - Miranda July

Desi Lydic has doubts about OpenAI's flirty new chat system Omni, The Daily Show profiles NYC mayor and "philosopher king" Eric Adams, and Miranda July discusses her novel "All Fours."

S29E47 Aired May 15, 2024

May 15, 2024 - Amy Ryan

Desi Lydic covers Joe Biden and Donald Trump's unexpected debate plans, Ronny Chieng and Jordan Klepper spar over the latest sports news, and actor Amy Ryan discusses "Doubt" and "Sugar."

S29E48 Aired May 16, 2024

May 16, 2024 - Helen Rebanks and Nick Offerman

Desi Lydic and Josh Johnson debate the pros and cons of restoring Southern schools' Confederate names, and Helen Rebanks and Nick Offerman discuss her book "The Farmer's Wife."

S29E49 Aired May 20, 2024

May 20, 2024 - Frank Fahrenkopf

Jon Stewart calls out the right's hypocritical obsession with victimhood and being "canceled" for expressing free speech, and Frank Fahrenkopf explains the evolution of presidential debates.

S29E50 Aired May 21, 2024

May 21, 2024 - Sebastian Junger

Michael Kosta and Ronny Chieng debate the upsides of bullying nerds, Kamala Harris's unusual speech patterns are finally explained, and Sebastian Junger discusses "In My Time of Dying."

S29E51 Aired May 22, 2024

May 22, 2024 - JB Smoove

Michael Kosta and Josh Johnson question Donald Trump's wild assassination theories, Troy Iwata meets Joe Biden's sole superfan, and JB Smoove chats about "Curb Your Enthusiasm."

S29E52 Aired May 23, 2024

May 23, 2024 - John Legend

Michael Kosta and Troy Iwata try to interpret the hidden meanings behind Justice Alito's many flags, and John Legend discusses his podcast documentary series "Afghan Star."

S29E53 Aired June 03, 2024

June 3, 2024 - Rep. Ken Buck

Jon Stewart loses it over complaints about Donald Trump's guilty verdicts and the value of the court system, and former Rep. Ken Buck debates the precedent set by Trump's trial.

S29E54 Aired June 04, 2024

June 4, 2024 - Marlon Wayans

Ronny Chieng and Desi Lydic examine North Korea's trashy new strategy, Michael Kosta uncovers a smarty-pants conspiracy, and Marlon Wayans discusses his stand-up special "Good Grief."

S29E55 Aired June 05, 2024

June 5, 2024 - Joel Kim Booster

Troy Iwata investigates a porn-addicted Amazonian tribe, Ronny Chieng and Jordan Klepper argue about basketball news, and Joel Kim Booster discusses "Outstanding: A Comedy Revolution."

S29E56 Aired June 06, 2024

June 6, 2024 - George Conway

Ronny Chieng reports on conservative backlash to Pride Month, a new product lets patriots show their passion for the flag, and attorney George Conway discusses Donald Trump's guilty verdict.

S29E57 Aired June 10, 2024

June 10, 2024 - Monica McNutt

Jon Stewart breaks down rainbow capitalism and corporate America's pandering problem, and basketball analyst Monica McNutt discusses Caitlin Clark's effect on the WNBA.

S29E58 Aired June 11, 2024

June 11, 2024 - Kevin Bacon

Jordan Klepper reports on Governor Kathy Hochul's reversal on NYC's proposed congestion pricing, Troy Iwata digs into political humiliation, and Kevin Bacon discusses his film "MaXXXine."

S29E59 Aired June 12, 2024

June 12, 2024 - Jeremy O. Harris

Host Jordan Klepper talks to writer and director Jeremy O. Harris about his upcoming documentary "Slave Play. Not a Movie. A Play."

S29E60 Aired June 13, 2024

June 13, 2024 - Maya Hawke

Host Jordan Klepper interviews Maya Hawke, actor and musician promoting her movie "Inside Out 2" and her album "Chaos Angel".

S29E61 Aired June 17, 2024

June 17, 2024 - Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II

Jon Stewart looks at the GOP's contradictory habit of fearmongering about crime rates while opposing gun control laws, and Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II discusses his book "White Poverty."

S29E62 Aired June 18, 2024

June 18, 2024 - Rosalind Chao

Desi Lydic and Ronny Chieng profile lesser-known GOP candidates with extreme views, Marlon "'Quon" Wayans grills special prosecutor Nathan Wade, and Rosalind Chao discusses "3 Body Problem."

S29E63 Aired June 20, 2024

June 20, 2024 - Ebon Moss-Bachrach

Ronny Chieng and Desi Lydic look at Kim Jong-un and Vladimir Putin's blossoming BFF-ship, Michael Kosta updates the Ten Commandments, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach chats about "The Bear."

S29E64 Aired June 24, 2024

June 24, 2024 - Paul W. Downs

Michael Kosta, Desi Lydic and Troy Iwata weigh the value of preparing for political debates (or not), The Daily Show profiles nerd king Jeff Bezos, and Paul W. Downs talks "Hacks."

S29E65 Aired June 25, 2024

June 25, 2024 - Peter S. Goodman

Host Michael Kosta sits down with NYT global economics Peter S. Goodman to discuss his new book "How the World Ran Out of Everything: Inside the Global Supply Chain".

S29E66 Aired June 26, 2024

June 26, 2024 - Sharon Lerner

Host Michael Kosta interviews journalist Sharon Lerner about her recent New Yorker/ProPublica article titled "You Make Me Sick".

S29E67 Aired June 27, 2024

June 27, 2024 - Lori Gottlieb

The Daily Show Presents Indecision 2024: The First Presidential Debate: America Watches Through Its Fingers, with live post-debate coverage hosted by Jon Stewart.

S29E68 Aired July 08, 2024

July 8, 2024 - A.J. Jacobs

Host Jon Stewart talks with journalist and author A.J. Jacobs about his latest book “The Year of Living Constitutionally”.

S29E69 Aired July 09, 2024

July 9, 2024 - Aasif Mandvi

Hosts Jordan Klepper and Desi Lydic chat with actor Aasif Mandvi from the Paramount+ series "Evil".

S29E70 Aired July 10, 2024

July 10, 2024 - Elizabeth Dias and Lisa Lerer

New York Times reporters Elizabeth Dias and Lisa Lerer discuss their new book "The Fall of Roe" with hosts Jordan Klepper and Desi Lydic.

S29E71 Aired July 16, 2024

July 16, 2024 - Bill O'Reilly

Jon Stewart unpacks the opening night of the American Republican National Convention and the conspiracy theories around Trump's assassination attempt. Plus, Jon spars with political commentator Bill O'Reilly.

S29E72 Aired July 17, 2024

July 17, 2024 - Scott Galloway

Ronny Chieng recaps RNC night 2. Jordan and Desi analyse Trump's running mate. Entrepreneur Scott Galloway discusses his latest book, "The Algebra of Wealth."

S29E73 Aired July 18, 2024

July 18, 2024

Jordan Klepper goes live after the final night of the RNC to unpack Trump's long speech, and appearances from Terry Bollea (aka "Hulk Hogan") and Robert Ritchie (aka "Kid Rock"). Plus, an update on the status of Joe Biden's candidacy.

S29E74 Aired July 29, 2024

July 29, 2024 - Pete Buttigieg

Jon Stewart tackles both sides' reactions to new nominee Kamala Harris. 2020 Presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg explains to Jon why he goes on Fox News and the possibility of being vetted for VP.

S29E75 Aired July 30, 2024

July 30, 2024 - Jon M. Chu

Ronny Chieng zooms in on White Dudes for Kamala Harris and why Democrats are calling Trump & Vance weird. Director Jon M. Chu reveals why he wanted to direct the upcoming film adaptation of "Wicked."

S29E76 Aired July 31, 2024

July 31, 2024 - Black Pumas

Ronny Chieng tackles Trump's painful attempt at Black voter outreach. Eric Burton, of the Grammy-nominated band Black Pumas, discusses the band's Texas roots and new album "Chronicles of a Diamond".

S29E77 Aired August 01, 2024

August 1, 2024 - Hong Chau

Ronny Chieng tackles Trump's continued attacks on Kamala Harris's racial identity. Oscar-nominated actress Hong Chau speaks about her latest film, "The Instigators," and her incredible Hollywood career.

S29E78 Aired August 05, 2024

August 5, 2024 - Roxane Gay

Michael Kosta covers the biggest talking points at the Olympics. Bestselling author Roxane Gay discusses her new e-book, "Stand Your Ground: A Black Feminist Reckoning with America's Gun Problem."

S29E79 Aired August 06, 2024

August 6, 2024 - Ed Helms

Michael Kosta gets to know Minnesota governor Tim Walz, Kamala Harris' new running mate. Actor, writer and former Daily Show correspondent Ed Helms sits down to discuss his podcast "SNAFU" about history's most famous screw-ups.

S29E80 Aired August 07, 2024

August 7, 2024 - Barbara McQuade

Michael Kosta on Tim Walz's debut at Philadelphia's rowdy Harris rally. Former U.S. Attorney Barbara McQuade discusses her new book, "Attack From Within: How Disinformation is Sabotaging America."

S29E81 Aired August 08, 2024

August 8, 2024 - Hannah Berner

Michael Kosta on Joe Biden's comeback, and Elon Musk's legal temper tantrum. Comedienne Hannah Berner discusses her new Netflix special, "We Ride at Dawn," and more creative avenues for women in comedy.

S29E82 Aired August 12, 2024

August 12, 2024 - Mark Cuban

Returning from COVID ("First-timer, did not care for it"), Jon examines Donald Trump's hard time adjusting to Kamala Harris' rising poll numbers, and posits that Trump's use of the same "boilerplate" critiques on Harris that he previously applied to Joe Biden means that Trump desires to see Biden return to the race;[79] Mark Cuban discusses Silicon Valley's love of Trump, the future of AI, and how transparent drug pricing benefits the healthcare system.

S29E83 Aired August 13, 2024

August 13, 2024 - Gabby Thomas

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.

S29E84 Aired August 14, 2024

August 14, 2024 - Mark Duplass

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."

S29E85 Aired August 15, 2024

August 15, 2024 - Brittney Cooper, Rebecca Traister

"Indecision 2024" examines Donald Trump's rants against Joe Biden's and Kamala Harris' peculiarities (and Tic-Tacs) during an "intellectual" speech on economic policy; Troy Iwata insists different product sizes are bad signs of inflation; "The Daily Showography" spotlights JD Vance's transformations from Ohio hillbilly kid into venture capitalist, and from a "never Trumper" into Trump's running mate; Rebecca Traister & Brittney Cooper join Desi to discuss channeling election emotions into action.

S29E86 Aired August 19, 2024

August 19, 2024 - Gretchen Whitmer

Host Michael Kosta interviews Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer in Chicago, on the ground at the Democratic National Convention.

S29E87 Aired August 20, 2024

August 20, 2024 - Rep. Lauren Underwood

In Chicago, on the ground at the Democratic National Convention, Illinois Representative Lauren Underwood talks with host Desi Lydic.

S29E88 Aired August 21, 2024

August 21, 2024 - Gov. Wes Moore

Host Jordan Klepper sits down with Maryland Governor Wes Moore on the ground at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.

S29E89 Aired August 22, 2024

August 22, 2024 - Live show of the DNC

Jon Stewart closes out the DNC from Chicago with a recap of the convention.

S29E90 Aired September 09, 2024

September 9, 2024 - Yuval Noah Harari

Jordan Klepper catches up on the latest presidential race drama. Bestselling author Yuval Noah Harari discusses his new book, "Nexus: A Brief History of Information Networks From the Stone Age to AI."

S29E91 Aired September 10, 2024

September 10, 2024 - Steve Ballmer

Jon Stewart goes live after the first Trump vs Harris presidential debate, featuring face-offs over abortion, border control, and eating cats? Tonight's guest is former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer.

S29E92 Aired September 11, 2024

September 11, 2024 - John Heilemann

Host Jordan Klepper talks with John Heilemann, national affairs analyst for NBC News/MSNBC and host of "Impolitic with John Heilemann".

S29E93 Aired September 12, 2024

September 12, 2024 - Sasheer Zamata

Jordan looks at how Taylor Swift's endorsement of Kamala Harris is sending right-wing politicians into a panic. Actress Sasheer Zamata talks about her MCU debut in the new Disney+ series "Agatha All Along".

S29E94 Aired September 17, 2024

September 17, 2024 - Luis "Lue" Elizondo

Ronny Chieng covers the second assassination attempt on Donald Trump. Former Counterintelligence Special Agent Luis Elizondo discusses his new book, "Imminent: Inside the Pentagon's Hunt for UFOs."

S29E95 Aired September 18, 2024

September 18, 2024 - Daniel Dae Kim

Ronny Chieng covers big economic news, including the Fed cutting interest rates and Trump trying to launch a crypto business. Also, actor Daniel Dae Kim discusses his role in the new Broadway play "Yellow Face."

S29E96 Aired September 19, 2024

September 19, 2024 - Phillip Lim

Ronny Chieng covers more Republican weirdness and Rudy Giuliani's frighteningly bad performance at a Trump rally. Today's special guest is Phillip Lim, creative director of fashion brand 3.1 Phillip Lim.

S29E97 Aired September 23, 2024

September 23, 2024 - Christine Lagarde

Jon Stewart tackles the growing war in the Middle East, incl. the recent Hezbollah pager attacks. And European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde discusses the global economy, inflation, and AI.

S29E98 Aired September 24, 2024

September 24, 2024 - Aubrey Plaza

Desi Lydic rounds up male politicians' insulting appeals to female voters. Plus, Aubrey Plaza chats about Francis Ford Coppola's "Megalopolis" and who inspired her performance as a corrupt journalist.

S29E99 Aired September 25, 2024

September 25, 2024 - Rachel Agatha Keen aka RAYE

Desi Lydic dives into the latest headlines, incl. Donald Trump's refusal of a second debate. Plus, British singer-songwriter Rachel Agatha Keen aka RAYE talks about her transformative, multi award-winning year in music.

S29E100 Aired September 26, 2024

September 26, 2024 - Susanna Fogel

Desi Lydic breaks down NYC Mayor Eric Adams' shocking indictment on bribery and fraud charges. Director Susanna Fogel discusses her new film "Winner", based on the life of whistleblower Reality Winner.

S29E101 Aired September 30, 2024

September 30, 2024 - Ta-Nehisi Coates

Host Jon Stewart talks with author Ta-Nehisi Coates about his newest book, “The Message.”

S29E102 Aired October 01, 2024

October 1, 2024 - Paola Ramos

Host Michael Kosta provides live post-Vice Presidential debate coverage and chats with journalist/author Paola Ramos. Paola Ramos is on to advertise and promote her new book, "Defectors: The Rise of the Latino Far Right and What It Means for America".

S29E103 Aired October 02, 2024

October 2, 2024 - Jelani Cobb

Michael Kosta dives into the heated aftermath of the Vance vs Walz VP debate. Jelani Cobb, Dean of Columbia Journalism School, discusses the crucial role of diverse, trustworthy journalism.

S29E104 Aired October 03, 2024

October 3, 2024 - JJ Johnson

Michael Kosta covers the latest election controversy, as betting on congressional races is legalised. Chef JJ Johnson joins the conversation about his best-selling cookbook, "The Simple Art of Rice".

S29E105 Aired October 07, 2024

October 7, 2024 - Bill Adair

Jon Stewart tackles growing claims of election interference, with Elon Musk joining Trump's narrative. Bill Adair discusses his new book on political liars and misinformation, "Beyond the Big Lie."

S29E106 Aired October 08, 2024

October 8, 2024 - Jason Reynolds

Jordan Klepper unpacks Trump's latest political spin, and Michael Kosta interviews the source of Fox News's ludicrous voter fraud claims. Bestselling author Jason Reynolds discusses his new novel.

S29E107 Aired October 09, 2024

October 9, 2024 - Jessica Valenti

Jordan Klepper unpacks Kamala Harris's recent media blitz, and how she is carving out her identity apart from Biden. Jessica Valenti discusses her bestselling book "Abortion: Our Bodies, Their Lies, and the Truths We Use to Win." on abortion rights.

S29E108 Aired October 10, 2024

October 10, 2024 - Eric Idle

Jordan Klepper examines Trump's denial of Biden's economic recovery. Comedy legend Eric Idle discusses his new book, "The Spamalot Diaries," and how he stays positive through laughter.

S29E109 Aired October 15, 2024

October 15, 2024 - Stacey Abrams

Desi Lydic dives into Trump's wild town hall, which turned into an impromptu listening party. Then Desi sits down with voting rights activist and presenter of "Assembly Required" Stacey Abrams about her new book "Stacey Speaks Up."

S29E110 Aired October 16, 2024

October 16, 2024 - Jason Segel

Desi Lydic explores Kamala Harris's appeal to Black male voters, and Trump's bizarre claim of being the "father of IVF". Hollywood actor Jason Segel discusses his Apple TV+ series "Shrinking".

S29E111 Aired October 17, 2024

October 17, 2024 - Kara Swisher

Host Desi Lydic interviews journalist, podcast host, and author Kara Swisher about her new book "Burn Book: A Tech Love Story."

S29E112 Aired October 21, 2024

October 21, 2024 - Gov. Tim Walz

Host Jon Stewart sits down with Democratic Vice Presidential nominee Tim Walz.

S29E113 Aired October 22, 2024

October 22, 2024 - Jennifer Granholm

Michael Kosta explores Rudy Giuliani's financial downfall & Elon Musk's million-dollar sweepstakes to sway voters. Energy Sec. Jennifer Granholm discusses the rapid growth of the clean energy sector.

S29E114 Aired October 23, 2024

October 23, 2024 - David Hogg

Michael Kosta unpacks a whirlwind of pre-election headlines. John Kelly reveals Trump's troubling praise for Hitler. David Hogg, co-founder of March for Our Lives and Leaders We Deserve, discusses his grassroots movement to elect young progressives.

S29E115 Aired October 24, 2024

October 24, 2024 - Joseph Antonio Cartagena aka "Fat Joe"

Michael Kosta breaks down Tucker Carlson's bizarre Trump rally speech. Grammy-nominated artist Joseph Antonio Cartagena aka "Fat Joe" discusses his push for healthcare price transparency, his incredible weight loss journey, and his STARZ series "Fat Joe Talks."

S29E116 Aired October 28, 2024

October 28, 2024 - Governor Josh Shapiro

Jon Stewart dives into Trump's recent xenophobic rally at MSG and his proposed mass deportation plan. Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro discusses the state's role as a "temporary swing state".

S29E117 Aired October 29, 2024

October 29, 2024 - María Teresa Kumar

Ronny Chieng unpacks the fallout from Tony Hinchcliffe's racist joke about Puerto Rico. María Teresa Kumar, President of Voto Latino, joins Ronny to discuss the Latino voting bloc's power.

S29E118 Aired October 30, 2024

October 30, 2024 - The Linda Lindas

Ronny Chieng dives into Biden's "garbage" comment and Trump's surprising plan to let RFK Jr. handle public health. Young rockers "the Linda Lindas" chat about their new album, No Obligation.

S29E119 Aired October 31, 2024

October 31, 2024 - Connie Chung

Ronny Chieng breaks down Trump's garbage truck photo-op and John Leguizamo goes undercover with undecided Latino voters. Trailblazing journalism icon Connie Chung discusses her memoir "Connie".

S29E120 Aired November 04, 2024

November 4, 2024 - Adam Serwer

Jordan Klepper recaps the candidates' final pushes, incl. Kamala Harris' star-studded send-off. Jordan then has a conversation with Adam Serwer, a staff writer for The Atlantic, about MAGA’s conspiracy bubble and GOP “snitch states”.

S29E121 Aired November 06, 2024

November 6, 2024 - Tressie McMillan Cottom

Desi Lydic digests Donald Trump's election win. Tressie McMillan Cottom analyses the election's deeper implications, the rise of identity politics & Trump's appeal to American anxieties.

S29E122 Aired November 07, 2024

November 7, 2024 - Emily Ngo

Ronny Chieng covers Biden's preparations for a peaceful transfer of power, along with Trump's potential cabinet picks. Award-winning journalist Emily Ngo provides her insight on Trump's second win.

S29E123 Aired November 11, 2024

November 11, 2024 - Thomas Brennan

Jon Stewart dissects the Democrat election fallout and what went wrong. Retired Marine Thomas Brennan spotlights the human impact of military service in his film, "Shadows of Fallujah".

S29E124 Aired November 12, 2024

November 12, 2024 - Robert Putnam

Host Jordan Klepper talks with Robert Putnam, a Harvard professor and social scientist, about his documentary "Join or Die."

S29E125 Aired November 13, 2024

November 13, 2024 - Moses "Shyne" Barrow Levi

Jordan Klepper covers Trump's cordial meeting with Biden and his surprising cabinet nominees. Special guest is Moses "Shyne" Barrow, former Grammy-winning rapper turned Belizean political leader.

S29E126 Aired November 14, 2024

November 14, 2024 - Francis Ford Coppola

Host Jordan Klepper interviews Francis Ford Coppola, director of “Megalopolis.”

S29E127 Aired November 18, 2024

November 18, 2024 - Ruy Teixeira

Jon Stewart analyses how Republicans exploit loopholes for political gain while Democrats stick to the rules - is it time for a change in strategy? Host Jon Stewart interviews Ruy Teixeira, founder of The Liberal Patriot and co-author of “Where Have All the Democrats Gone?”

S29E128 Aired November 19, 2024

November 19, 2024 - Ronan Farrow

Desi Lydic dives into explosive allegations vs. Trump's attorney general nominee Matt Gaetz. Award-winning investigative reporter/contributing writer of The New Yorker Ronan Farrow about the new HBO documentary "Surveilled", exposing the perils of spyware.

S29E129 Aired November 20, 2024

November 20, 2024 - Joey McIntyre

Desi Lydic unpacks Trump's latest celebrity cabinet choices, including Dr. Oz and WWE's Linda McMahon. Joey McIntyre of New Kids On The Block discusses his new Christmas film 'Jingle Bell Love'.

S29E130 Aired November 21, 2024

November 21, 2024 - Brittany Howard

Desi Lydic breaks down the latest Washington drama, including Matt Gaetz pulling out of the Attorney General race. Grammy-winning artist Brittany Howard discusses her transformative new album, "What Now".

S29E131 Aired December 02, 2024

December 2, 2024 - Sally Yates

Jon Stewart unpacks Trump's nomination of Kash Patel for FBI head and Biden's pardon of his son Hunter. Former Deputy AG Sally Yates discusses Trump's threat to the DOJ & his "weaponization" of justice.

S29E132 Aired December 03, 2024

December 3, 2024 - Neil deGrasse Tyson

Ronny Chieng tackles South Korea's martial law reversal & misconduct allegations against Pete Hegseth. Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson shares insights on the contributions of immigrants to science.

S29E133 Aired December 04, 2024

December 4, 2024 - Tom Colicchio

Ronny Chieng breaks down the controversies surrounding Defence Secretary nominee Pete Hegseth, and Josh Johnson covers South Korea's political turmoil. Featured guest is chef & activist Tom Colicchio.

S29E134 Aired December 05, 2024

December 5, 2024 - Charles Yu

Host Ronny Chieng interviews author and creator/executive producer Charles Yu about his book and Hulu series "Interior Chinatown."

S29E135 Aired December 09, 2024

December 9, 2024 - Ben Wikler

Jon Stewart unpacks Syria's revolution & the bizarre capture of an insurance CEO assassin. Ben Wikler, chair of the Wisconsin Democratic Party, discusses his vision for the Democratic party's future.

S29E136 Aired December 10, 2024

December 10, 2024 - Deb Haaland

Michael Kosta tackles the arrest of Luigi Mangione, the suspected United Healthcare CEO assassin, and unpacks America's crush on the "hot felon". Special guest is Interior Secretary Deb Haaland.

S29E137 Aired December 11, 2024

December 11, 2024 - T.J. English

Michael Kosta investigates the manifesto of suspected UHC CEO shooter Luigi Mangione. Author T.J. English chronicles the rise & fall of an American cocaine empire in his latest book, "The Last Kilo".

S29E138 Aired December 12, 2024

December 12, 2024 - Peter Sarsgaard

Michael Kosta covers Time Magazine's half-hearted Person of the Year, "Donald Trump". Actor Peter Sarsgaard discusses his new film "September 5", about the 1972 Munich Olympic terrorist attack.