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The Daily Show: Ears Edition
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. The Daily Show: Ears Edition listeners can use discount code "TDS20” for 20% off all The Daily Show products on ParamountShop.com. Watch The Daily Show weeknights on Comedy Central at 11/10c or stream it on Paramount+.
Episodes
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Ta-Nehisi Coates - Why Obama Was Different in "We Were Eight Years in Power"
"We Were Eight Years in Power" author Ta-Nehisi Coates reflects on Barack Obama's presidency. Originally aired October 2017. Learn more about your ad-choices…
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Derecka Purnell - "Becoming Abolitionists"
Lawyer, activist and writer Derecka Purnell talks about her book "Becoming Abolitionists," which takes a deep dive into the notion of abolishing the police…
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Dul-Sayin' - The History of Kwanzaa
Dulcé Sloan gives a crash course on the Kwanzaa holiday, from its origins in 1966 as a way for Black Americans to honor their heritage to its waning popularity…
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Huma Abedin - "Both/And"
Huma Abedin, adviser and chief of staff to Hillary Clinton, reflects on her early days in the Clinton administration, sexist obstacles facing women in…
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This Week's Top Stories - TIME's Person of the Year, California's Sneaky Gun Law & More
Elon Musk becomes TIME Magazine's 2021 Person of the Year, California governor Gavin Newsom proposes a novel way to ban assault weapons, a Formula 1 race ends…
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A School Board Christmas | Bruno Le Maire
Trevor highlights China's investments in Africa, Michael Kosta and Desi Lydic star in a holiday rom-com, and French finance minister Bruno Le Maire discusses…
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Dul-Sayin' - How Kwanzaa Came to Be | Jodie Turner-Smith
COVID-19 cases surge in the world of professional sports, Dulcé Sloan breaks down the history of Kwanzaa, and actor Jodie Turner-Smith discusses her role on…
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A Look Back at 2021 - The Year in Scams | Chelsea Handler
Congress holds former Trump chief of staff Mark Meadows in contempt, Michael Kosta highlights the biggest scams of 2021, and Chelsea Handler talks about her…
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A Look Back at 2021 - The Year in Cancellations | Huma Abedin
Governor Gavin Newsom models a California gun reform law after a Texas anti-abortion law, Roy Wood Jr. highlights who got cancelled in 2021, and Huma Abedin…
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Fringe-Watching - Lauren Boebert
Trevor highlights Colorado Republican congresswoman Lauren Boebert's history of Islamophobic remarks, conspiracy theory-mongering and role in the 2021 Capitol…
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Gavin Newsom - California's COVID-19 Battle & "Ben & Emma's Big Hit"
Governor Gavin Newsom chats about California's fight against COVID-19 and his children's book "Ben & Emma's Big Hit," which was inspired by his struggle with…
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This Week's Top Stories - Mass Firing Over Zoom, KKK Statue Removal & Fox News's Christmas Tree Fire
A CEO lays off 900 employees via Zoom, a Confederate statue of a KKK leader is removed in Nashville, TN, and Fox News's Christmas Tree catches fire in New York…
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A Look Back at 2021 - Exits of the Year | José Andrés & Lou Llobell
Chef José Andrés discusses America's hunger crisis, Dulcé Sloan highlights the biggest exits of 2021, and actor Lou Llobell talks about her role on the Apple…
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Fringe-Watching - Lauren Boebert | Nikole Hannah-Jones
Trevor highlights Colorado Rep. Lauren Boebert, Jordan Klepper talks to vaccine-hesitant protesters in California, and Nikole Hannah-Jones discusses "The 1619…
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Demands Soar in U.S. Housing Market | Gavin Newsom
Trevor examines America's soaring house prices, Roy Wood Jr. hosts a New York City bus tour for K-pop group aespa, and Governor Gavin Newsom discusses his book…
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A Look Back at 2021 - Texas Roundup | Mahershala Ali
The U.S. announces a diplomatic boycott of the Beijing Olympics, Ronny Chieng highlights awful Texas news from 2021, and actor and producer Mahershala Ali…
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If You Don't Know, Now You Know - Angela Merkel Steps Down
German chancellor Angela Merkel leaves office after 16 years in power, and Trevor explores the trajectory of her global influence over the course of her…
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Dr. Willie Parker - Changing the Reproductive Rights Narrative with "Life's Work"
"Life's Work" author, Dr. Willie Parker, explains how he's "pro-life" even though he believes in the right to an abortion. Originally aired April 2017. Learn…
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This Week's Top Stories - Omicron Conspiracy Theories, SCOTUS on Abortion & MLB Enters Lockout
Right-wing conspiracy theories arise about the COVID-19 Omicron variant, the Supreme Court appears poised to undo Roe v. Wade, and a labor dispute rocks Major…
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If You Don't Know, Now You Know - Angela Merkel Steps Down | William Jackson Harper
Trevor chronicles the career of outgoing German chancellor Angela Merkel, Desi Lydic highlights 2021's celebrity couples, and William Jackson Harper discusses…
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Trump Tested Positive Before 2020 Presidential Debate | Ryan Busse & Scottie Pippen
Donald Trump reportedly concealed his positive COVID-19 test result before debating Joe Biden, Ryan Busse discusses "Gunfight," and Scottie Pippen talks about…
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The Pandumbic - Omicron Variant Conspiracy Theories | Natalie and Derrica Wilson
North Korea bans leather coats, right-wing conspiracy theories about coronavirus variants abound, and Natalie and Derrica Wilson discuss the Black and Missing…
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Keeping Up with the Coronavirus: Omicron Variant - Peter Hotez & Thandiwe Newton
Trevor covers the rise of the Omicron COVID-19 variant, Dr. Peter Hotez discusses "Preventing the Next Pandemic," and Thandiwe Newton talks about her…
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Ta-Nehisi Coates - "My President Was Black"
Author and journalist Ta-Nehisi Coates reflects on Barack Obama's presidency in The Atlantic's cover story "My President Was Black." Originally aired December…
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Terese Marie Mailhot - Sharing an Indigenous Voice in "Heart Berries"
Terese Marie Mailhot discusses growing up on a reservation and searching for an authentic indigenous voice in her memoir "Heart Berries." Originally aired…
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How Racist Is Boston? - Beyond the Scenes
Roy Wood Jr. and producer CJ Hunt discuss their 2018 segment exploring Boston's reputation as a racist city, and Boston's NAACP President Tanisha Sullivan…
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"Peanuts," Franklin and Representation in Cartoons - Beyond the Scenes
"JumpStart" comic creator, Robb Armstrong, discusses the impact of the Black "Peanuts" character Franklin with Roy Wood Jr. and The Daily Show writer Josh…
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Why Are Restaurants Understaffed? - Beyond the Scenes featuring Padma Lakshmi
Roy Wood Jr. sits down with Padma Lakshmi and The Daily Show staffers Madeleine Kuhns and Stephanie O. to discuss why restaurant workers aren't running back to…
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Ronny Chieng's Chinatown Report & The Wave of Anti-Asian Racism - Beyond the Scenes
Ronny Chieng talks to Roy Wood Jr. about his viral response to a 2016 Fox News segment filled with racist Asian stereotypes and the rise in anti-Asian violence…
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Therapy in the Black Community - Beyond the Scenes
The Daily Show writer X Mayo and producer Ashton Womack join Roy Wood Jr. for a discussion about Black mental health, Black church and the 2020 Black Lives…
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Prove Me Wrong - Thanksgiving Edition
Ronny Chieng challenges strangers on the street to debate whether or not Thanksgiving is the worst holiday, the need for buckles on shoes and the superiority…
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Dwyane Wade - "Dwyane"
NBA star Dwyane Wade discusses his photographic memoir "Dwyane," reveals his passion for performing karaoke and reflects on his loving support for his young…
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This Week's Top Stories - Gas Prices Soar, Staples Center Becomes Crypto.com Arena & More
Americans struggle with rising gas prices, the politicization of COVID-19 extends to flu shots, and the Staples Center in Los Angeles will be renamed the…
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Other Countries Have News Too | Halle Berry
Trevor covers news from other countries, Desi Lydic gives advice on how to celebrate Thanksgiving on a tight budget, and Halle Berry discusses her movie…
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Fringe-Watching - Paul Gosar Gets Censured by Congress | Dwyane Wade
Trevor highlights the right-wing extremism of Rep. Paul Gosar, Dulcé Sloan examines the history of Black marching bands, and NBA star Dwyane Wade discusses his…
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Lawyer Objects to Black Pastors - Ai Weiwei
A racially charged complaint rocks the Ahmaud Arbery murder trial, Ronny Chieng debates passersby about Thanksgiving, and Ai Weiwei discusses "1000 Years of…
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Gas Prices Skyrocket Amid Inflation - Chris Christie
U.S. gas prices surge, Leo Deblin (Roy Wood Jr.) proposes a solution for an ICU bed shortage, and former New Jersey governor Chris Christie discusses…
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Between the Scenes - Trevor's Top Bootlegger
Trevor describes meeting an entrepreneurial DVD bootlegger in South Africa who was wildly successful at selling illegal copies of Trevor's material. Learn more…
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Sonia Sotomayor - "Just Ask!" & Life as a Supreme Court Justice
Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor discusses her children's book "Just Ask!" and the reality of being a member of the Supreme Court. Originally aired…
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This Week's Top Stories - Big Bird Ruffles Feathers, Republican Vote Backlash & Inflation Surges
Big Bird draws right-wing criticism for encouraging vaccination, Republicans face extreme backlash for backing Democrats' infrastructure bill, and inflation…
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Keeping Up with the Coronavirus - Deer Threat & Mall Santas - Will Smith
Trevor covers the latest coronavirus news, Desi Lydic celebrates pioneering women in the U.S. military, and Will Smith discusses his movie "King Richard" and…
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Almost Veterans Day - Bad Bunny
Rep. Paul Gosar posts a violent video targeting Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, The Daily Show salutes wannabe veterans, and Bad Bunny discusses his role in…
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Republicans Harassed Over Infrastructure Vote | Emily Ratajkowski
Republicans face backlash for supporting Democrats' infrastructure bill, Dulcé Sloan gets educated by Black beekeepers, and Emily Ratajkowski discusses her…
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Vaccination Nation - U.S. Travel & Big Bird Ruffles Feathers | Spike Lee
Trevor covers the top headlines of the day, Senator Ted Cruz gets into a vaccination beef with Big Bird, and filmmaker Spike Lee discusses his career-spanning…
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Desi Lydic Foxsplains - Beyond the Scenes
Desi Lydic and senior producer Matt Negrin join Roy Wood Jr. to discuss the digital series Desi Lydic Foxsplains and the rampant spread of misinformation in…
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Vanessa Nakate - "A Bigger Picture"
Ugandan climate activist Vanessa Nakate talks about her memoir "A Bigger Picture" and why African countries should be at the center of the global conversation…
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This Week's Top Stories - Joe Biden Goes to Europe, SpaceX Diaper Dilemma & Disaster for Democrats
President Biden cozies up to Pope Francis during a whirlwind European tour, a SpaceX rocket has an inoperable toilet, and Democrats suffer major electoral…
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Between the Scenes - Anna Kendrick as Inquisitive Audience Member
In her second Between the Scenes appearance, Anna Kendrick dives into the role of an audience member with important questions for Trevor, and Trevor follows…
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Red Wedding - Disaster for Democrats | Katie Porter & Charlamagne Tha God
Democrats suffer major electoral losses, Representative Katie Porter discusses corporate abuse of bankruptcy, and Lenard "Charlamagne" McKelvey talks Tha God's…
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Embed with Desi - Swifties and the Virginia Governor Race | Vanessa Nakate
SCOTUS disapproves of Texas's anti-abortion law, Desi Lydic examines how Taylor Swift fans are affecting Virginia politics, and Vanessa Nakate discusses "A…
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Grandpa's Day Out | Dan Crenshaw
Trevor covers President Biden's diplomatic exploits overseas, Roy Wood Jr. highlights Black horror movies, and Congressman Dan Crenshaw talks about his book…
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Roy Wood Jr.: Imperfect Messenger
In his stand-up special, Roy Wood Jr. gives his take on small talk in the pandemic era, taking desperate measures to feel good, brave white allies, mass…
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Everything Is Stupid - Halloween
Ronny Chieng rails against a spooky car wash service, an extreme haunted house attraction and Halloween-themed gimmicks from corporate brands. Originally aired…
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This Week's Top Stories - Tragedy on Set, "Facebook Papers" Revelations & More
Alec Baldwin accidentally shoots a cinematographer to death, Facebook is under fire for rewarding harmful content, and a man lives in an airport for three…
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Democrats Scale Back Major Biden Plan | Kristen Soltis Anderson
Democrats whittle down a major Biden administration plan, Roy Wood Jr. and Ronny Chieng cover sports, and GOP pollster Kristen Soltis Anderson discusses "The…
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SB 8 and the Future of Abortion Rights in Texas | Diego Boneta
Cigarette sales suddenly rise in the U.S., Desi Lydic investigates Texas's extreme anti-abortion law, and Diego Boneta talks about his Netflix show "Luis…
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If You Don't Know, Now You Know - Ticket Quotas for Police | Tamron Hall
Facebook is under fire for encouraging negativity, Trevor examines police quotas for writing tickets, and journalist Tamron Hall discusses her novel "As the…
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Getting to Know Kyrsten Sinema | Anna Kendrick
Alec Baldwin fatally shoots a cinematographer in a tragic filming accident, Trevor highlights Arizona senator Kyrsten Sinema, and Anna Kendrick talks about her…
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Alex Wagner - "The Circus"
Alex Wagner, cohost and executive producer of "The Circus," sounds the alarm about the radicalization of the GOP and the threat posed by its organized assault…
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Jordan Klepper Fingers the Pulse - Trump Rally in Des Moines
Jordan Klepper visits a pro-Trump rally in Des Moines, IA, where the MAGA faithful continue their devotion to the former president, and QAnon conspiracy…