Season 26

Season 26 • 2020

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Episodes

1. September 28, 2020 - Jane Goodall

The New York Times publishes a major report on President Trump’s taxes, Roy Wood Jr. examines voting rights for Florida’s ex-felons, and Dr. Jane Goodall discusses chimps and climate change.

2020-09-28 • ? min

2. September 29, 2020 - Misty Copeland

Trevor dives into California’s wildfire crisis, Ronny Chieng talks to Philippe Reines about his 2016 role as Donald Trump in mock debates, and dancer Misty Copeland discusses “Bunheads.”

2020-09-29 • ? min

3. September 30, 2020 - Al Sharpton & John Cena

Desi Lydic and Ronny Chieng provide coaching during the first presidential debate, Al Sharpton discusses his book "Rise Up," and John Cena talks about his book "Elbow Grease: Fast Friends."

2020-09-30 • ? min

4. October 1, 2020 - Mariah Carey

2020-10-01 • ? min

5. October 5, 2020 - Jason Momoa & Kat Graham

2020-10-05 • ? min

6. October 6, 2020 - Jason Sudeikis

2020-10-06 • ? min

7. October 7, 2020 - Alexandra Pelosi & Colin Quinn

2020-10-07 • ? min

8. October 8, 2020 - Alex Wagner

2020-10-08 • ? min

9. October 13, 2020 - Anita Hill

2020-10-13 • ? min

10. October 14, 2020 - Wilmer Valderrama

2020-10-14 • ? min

11. October 15, 2020 - Andrew Cuomo & Nick Offerman

2020-10-15 • ? min

12. October 20, 2020 - Matthew McConaughey & Jose Andres

2020-10-20 • ? min

13. October 21, 2020 - Chris Rock

2020-10-21 • ? min

14. October 22, 2020 - Elizabeth Warren

2020-10-22 • ? min

15. October 23, 2020 - Alicia Garza & Rashida Jones

2020-10-23 • ? min

16. October 26, 2020 - Bruce Springsteen

2020-10-26 • ? min

17. October 27, 2020 - Chelsea Handler

2020-10-27 • ? min

18. October 28, 2020 - Ice Cube

2020-10-28 • ? min

19. October 29, 2020 - Kamala Harris

2020-10-29 • ? min

20. Michael Harriot

2020-11-02 • ? min

21. Live Coverage of Election Night

2020-11-03 • ? min

22. Geraldo Cadava & Evan Osnos

Historian Geraldo Cadava; journalist Evan Osnos. Also: As the coronavirus keeps millions confined to their homes, Trevor reports on the pandemic from the comfort of his couch, and "The Daily Show" correspondents weigh in on the crisis from a safe social distance.

2020-11-04 • 45 min

23. Soledad O'Brien

2020-11-05 • ? min

24. Ruby Bridges & Anthony Anderson

2020-11-09 • ? min

25. Lenny Kravitz

2020-11-10 • ? min

26. Halsey

2020-11-11 • ? min

27. Megan Rapinoe & Forest Whitaker

2020-11-12 • ? min

28. Ta-Nehisi Coates

2020-11-16 • ? min

29. Kevin Hart

2020-11-17 • ? min

30. Lucy McBath & Lindsey Vonn

2020-11-18 • ? min

31. Bill Gates

2020-11-19 • ? min

32. Stephen Curry

2020-11-30 • ? min

33. Ernest Cline & Rosie Perez

2020-12-01 • ? min

34. Brit Bennett & Michael J. Fox

2020-12-02 • ? min

35. Ludacris

2020-12-03 • ? min

36. Method Man

2020-12-07 • ? min

37. Ijeoma Oluo & Busta Rhymes

2020-12-08 • ? min

38. George Wallace

2020-12-09 • ? min

39. Rachel Maddow & Bryan Cranston

2020-12-10 • ? min

40. Pharrell Williams

2020-12-14 • ? min

41. Barack Obama

2020-12-15 • ? min

42. James Corden & Tessa Thompson

2020-12-16 • ? min

43. Carey Mulligan

2021-01-19 • ? min

44. Stacey Abrams

2021-01-20 • ? min

45. Jelani Cobb

2021-01-21 • ? min

46. Nnamdi Asomugha

2021-01-25 • ? min

47. Stanley Nelson

2021-01-26 • ? min

48. Amanda Gorman

2021-01-27 • ? min

49. Doug Henwood & Regina King

2021-01-28 • ? min

50. Jeremy O. Harris

2021-02-01 • ? min

51. Ibram X. Kendi

2021-02-02 • ? min

52. Dax Shepard

2021-02-03 • ? min

53. Cori Bush

2021-02-04 • ? min

54. Atul Gawande & Leonard Fournette

2021-02-08 • ? min

55. Robin Roberts & Noah Centineo

2021-02-09 • ? min

56. Radha Blank

2021-02-10 • ? min

57. Daniel Kaluuya

2021-02-11 • ? min

58. Neil Patrick Harris

2021-02-15 • ? min

59. Bill Gates

Ronny Chieng shares ways to combat the rise in anti-Asian hate crimes, Roy Wood Jr. explores the history of Black doctors, and Bill Gates discusses “How to Avoid a Climate Disaster.”

2021-02-16 • ? min

60. Heather McGhee

Texans suffer from ongoing extreme winter weather, Dulce Sloan talks to Divine Nine sorority members about Vice President Kamala Harris, and author Heather McGhee discusses “The Sum of Us.”

2021-02-17 • ? min

61. Russell Westbrook

Parents and kids grow impatient about reopening schools, Trevor presents a biography of Tucker Carlson, and NBA superstar Russell Westbrook talks about his Why Not? Foundation and more.

2021-02-18 • ? min

62. Sharon McMahon

The Texas winter storm crisis continues, Michael Kosta investigates avian election fraud, and Sharon McMahon talks about fighting misinformation via her Instagram account SharonSaysSo.

2021-02-22 • ? min

63. Hugh Evans

Republican lawmakers in several states go on an anti-voting blitz, Roy Wood Jr. celebrates the contributions of Black journalists, and humanitarian Hugh Evans discusses Global Citizen.

2021-02-23 • ? min

64. Andra Day

Trevor highlights racial inequity in vaccine distribution, Dulce Sloan examines the stereotype of the strong Black woman, and Andra Day discusses “The United States vs. Billie Holiday.”

2021-02-24 • ? min

65. Kevin Garnett

Desi Lydic reveals her most embarrassing tattoos, Trevor examines America’s outdated and extremely vulnerable power grid, and NBA star Kevin Garnett discusses his memoir “KG: A to Z.”

2021-02-25 • ? min

66. Marlee Matlin

Trevor covers CPAC 2021, Roy Wood Jr. and Jaboukie Young-White try to replace Atlantic City’s Trump Plaza after its demolition, and Marlee Matlin discusses her short film “Feeling Through.”

2021-03-01 • ? min

67. Adam Kinzinger & H.E.R.

Rep. Madison Cawthorn faces sexual harassment allegations, Rep. Adam Kinzinger discusses the future of the GOP, and singer-songwriter H.E.R. talks about her song “Fight for You.”

2021-03-02 • ? min

68. Kelly Marie Tran

Trevor looks at the state of minimum wage in the U.S, Leo Deblin (Roy Wood Jr.) introduces his unique streaming service, and actor Kelly Marie Tran discusses “Raya and the Last Dragon.”

2021-03-03 • ? min

69. Michael Kiwanuka

Fox News slams President Biden for numerous pseudo-scandals, Trevor explores the history of America’s first ladies, and singer-songwriter Michael Kiwanuka talks about his album “Kiwanuka.”

2021-03-04 • ? min

70. Eddie Murphy

Governor Andrew Cuomo's harassment scandal mounts, Jaboukie Young-White discusses COVID-19 vaccines with Dr. Peter Hotez, and Eddie Murphy talks about his sequel movie "Coming 2 America."

2021-03-15 • ? min

71. Rebecca Carroll & Precious Lee

Former presidents try to convince Americans to get COVID-19 vaccinations, Rebecca Carroll discusses "Surviving the White Gaze," and Precious Lee talks about her trailblazing modeling career.

2021-03-16 • ? min

72. Cynthia Erivo

Trevor explores the history of the Senate filibuster, a mass shooter in the Atlanta area kills several Asian women, and actor and singer Cynthia Erivo discusses her role in "Genius: Aretha."

2021-03-17 • ? min

73. Arsenio Hall

Trevor reports on COVID-19 concerns from around the world, Michael Kosta and Roy Wood Jr. introduce the Bracket of Bulls**t: Pandemic Edition, and Arsenio Hall discusses "Coming 2 America."

2021-03-18 • ? min

74. Michelle Obama

The British royal family announces plans for a diversity chief, the NCAA faces sexism allegations, and former first lady Michelle Obama discusses "Waffles + Mochi" and Pass the Love.

2021-03-22 • ? min

75. Eric Andre

Trevor covers heartwarming news during the pandemic, Desi Lydic explores the history of onscreen female orgasms, and comedian Eric Andre talks about his prank-based movie "Bad Trip."

2021-03-23 • ? min

76. Nomzamo Mbatha

Trevor examines the all-encompassing scourge of violence against women, Dulce Sloan celebrates activist women athletes, and Nomzamo Mbatha talks about landing her role in "Coming 2 America."

2021-03-24 • ? min

77. Carl L. Hart

Trevor highlights voter suppression in Georgia, Desi Lydic examines how the pandemic disproportionately harms working women, and Dr. Carl L. Hart discusses his book “Drug Use for Grown-Ups.”

2021-04-05 • ? min

78. Garrett Bradley & Morgan Freeman

The notion of COVID-19 passports creates controversy, director Garrett Bradley discusses her documentary “Time,” and Morgan Freeman talks about his “Be There, This Is Your Shot” PSA.

2021-04-06 • ? min

79. Danielle Brooks

Trevor explores the rise of NFTs, Michael Kosta and Roy Wood Jr. announce the winner of the 2020 Bracket of Bulls**t, and actor Danielle Brooks discusses “Robin Roberts Presents: Mahalia.”

2021-04-07 • ? min

80. Lee Isaac Chung

Trevor highlights new culture war battles waged by conservatives, Desi Lydic Fox-splains Georgia’s controversial voting law, and director Lee Isaac Chung discusses his movie “Minari.”

2021-04-08 • ? min

81. Miguel

2021-04-12 • ? min

82. Katherine Maher & Travon Free

2021-04-13 • ? min

83. Elizabeth Nyamayaro & Issa Rae

2021-04-14 • ? min

84. Skye Fitzgerald

2021-04-15 • ? min

85. Vic Mensa

Trevor covers the latest coronavirus news, Michael Kosta takes a close look at the measurement unit of feet in the U.S., and rapper Vic Mensa talks about activism and his EP “I Tape.”

2021-04-26 • ? min

86. Tarana Burke & Brené Brown

The CDC rolls out relaxed COVID-19 guidelines for mask-wearing, Dulce Sloane gives unsung women rappers their due, and Tarana Burke and Dr. Brene Brown discuss "You Are Your Best Thing."

2021-04-27 • ? min

87. Anthony Mackie

Fox News pundits spread wild myths about President Biden, Roy Wood Jr. delivers his annual State of Black S**t address, and Anthony Mackie discusses “The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.”

2021-04-28 • ? min

88. Mazie K. Hirono & George Lopez

President Biden unveils a major agenda during a speech before Congress, Sen. Mazie K. Hirono discusses her book “Heart of Fire,” and George Lopez talks about his film “Walking with Herb.”

2021-04-29 • ? min

89. Michael B. Jordan

Apple’s latest iPhone update rankles Facebook, Roy Wood Jr. highlights historic Black royals, and actor Michael B. Jordan talks about his role in “Tom Clancy’s Without Remorse.”

2021-05-03 • ? min

90. Elizabeth Warren

Trevor serves up some uplifting news for the pandemic era, The Daily Show explores the revolting life story of Senator Ted Cruz, and Senator Elizabeth Warren discusses her book "Persist."

2021-05-04 • ? min

91. Selma van de Perre

Trevor covers a debate over teaching about racism in U.S. schools, Jaboukie Young-White gives tips on adjusting to post-pandemic life, and Selma van de Perre discusses "My Name Is Selma."

2021-05-05 • ? min

92. Alex Gibney & Sara Bareilles

Desi Lydic shares her pandemic-era Mother’s Day wish, Alex Gibney discusses his documentary “The Crime of the Century,” and Sara Bareilles talks about “Girls5Eva” and “Amidst the Chaos.”

2021-05-06 • ? min

93. Ian Manuel & Candace Parker

California Gov. Gavin Newsom faces a wild recall race, Ian Manuel discusses his memoir "My Time Will Come," and WNBA star Candace Parker talks about her return to the Chicago Sky.

2021-05-10 • ? min

94. J Balvin

Trevor examines the escalating Israel-Palestine conflict, Michael Kosta talks to New Yorkers about their city's mayoral race, and Reggaeton star J Balvin discusses "The Boy From Medellin."

2021-05-11 • ? min

95. Michelle Zauner

Trevor highlights the GOP's ouster of Rep. Liz Cheney, Jordan Klepper examines a wild 2020 election audit in Arizona, and musician Michelle Zauner discusses her book "Crying in H Mart."

2021-05-12 • ? min

96. Frank Luntz & Thuso Mbedu

Ransomware attacks pose a growing threat to the U.S., Frank Luntz discusses getting people vaccinated via the power of language, and actor Thuso Mbedu talks about “The Underground Railroad.”

2021-05-13 • ? min

97. Sharon Stone

The CDC's change in COVID-19 mask guidelines creates an uproar, Ronny Chieng learns about the value of NFTs, and Sharon Stone discusses her book "The Beauty of Living Twice."

2021-05-17 • ? min

98. Salima Koroma

Restaurants have trouble hiring new employees, Roy Wood Jr. highlights the history of Black leaders of America's labor movement, and Salima Koroma discusses her documentary "Dreamland."

2021-05-18 • ? min

99. Barry Jenkins & Logan Paul

The GOP tries to derail an investigation of the Capitol insurrection, filmmaker Barry Jenkins discusses "The Underground Railroad," and Logan Paul talks about "Mayweather Vs. Paul."

2021-05-19 • ? min

100. Jeremy Lin

The pandemic creates a Zoom dysmorphia crisis, Roy Wood Jr. talks to attorney Steven Donziger about his battle with Chevron, and NBA star Jeremy Lin discusses his mental health advocacy.

2021-05-20 • ? min

101. Indya Moore

The coronavirus vaccination rate faces a snag in the U.S., Ronny Chieng gives a lecture on shady creative writing for the internet, and actor Indya Moore talks about their series "Pose."

2021-06-07 • ? min

102. Gina Yashere & Chris Bosh

Bitcoin cryptocurrency gets beleaguered on many fronts, comedian Gina Yashere talks "Cack-Handed" and "Bob Hearts Abishola," and NBA legend Chris Bosh discusses "Letters to a Young Athlete."

2021-06-08 • ? min

103. Yvonne Orji

Trevor examines America's crumbling water infrastructure, Michael Kosta and Roy Wood Jr. cover summer sports news, and comedian Yvonne Orji discusses "Bamboozled by Jesus" and "Insecure."

2021-06-09 • ? min

104. Nick Kolcheff & Anthony Ramos

Violence spikes as Americans emerge from lockdown, gamer Nick Kolcheff talks about FaZe Clan and e-sports, and actor and singer Anthony Ramos discusses “In the Heights” and “Love and Lies.”

2021-06-10 • ? min

105. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

World leaders welcome President Biden to the G7 summit with open arms, Ronny Chieng dissects America’s outrage addiction, and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar discusses “Fight the Power.”

2021-06-14 • ? min

106. Christian Pulisic & Lin-Manuel Miranda

Chrissy Teigen apologizes for cyberbullying, soccer star Christian Pulisic talks about his championship wins, and Lin-Manuel Miranda discusses his book "In the Heights: Finding Home."

2021-06-15 • ? min

107. Ashley C. Ford & Sam Jay

Trevor examines the history of racial discrimination against Black farmers, author Ashley C. Ford discusses "Somebody's Daughter," and Sam Jay talks about "PAUSE with Sam Jay."

2021-06-16 • ? min

108. Mary J. Blige

Trevor explores the impact of streaming on the music industry, Jordan Klepper attends the MAGA Frank Rally organized by Mike Lindell, and Mary J. Blige discusses “Mary J. Blige’s My Life.”

2021-06-17 • ? min

109. Anthony Fauci

President Biden rolls out a major vaccination mandate, Roy Wood Jr. worries about the rise of the Mu COVID-19 variant, and Dr. Anthony Fauci talks vaccine disinformation.

2021-09-13 • ? min

110. Gabrielle Union

Nicki Minaj makes an anti-vaccination appeal, Dulcé Sloan investigates a sperm recession in the U.S., and Gabrielle Union discusses "You Got Anything Stronger?," her new book of essays.

2021-09-14 • ? min

111. Carmelo Anthony

Trevor highlights civilian deaths in Afghanistan, Desi Lydic examines the mis-treatment of women during childbirth, and Carmelo Anthony discusses “Where Tomorrows Aren’t Promised.”

2021-09-15 • ? min

112. LeVar Burton

Anderson .Paak becomes Trevor’s bandleader, Trinidad health minister Terrence Deyalsingh responds to Nicki Minaj’s vaccination misinformation, and LeVar Burton discusses his diverse career.

2021-09-16 • ? min