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The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
On Mondays, Jon Stewart hosts The Daily Show, but on Wednesdays, he's back in your ears with The Weekly Show -- a podcast featuring in-depth conversations with a range of special guests. From experts and advocates, to stakeholders and thought leaders, we discuss the challenges, changes, and ideas that are shaping our world.
Episodes
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
A Bulwark Against Trump (Finally) with Sarah Longwell
As a nationwide wave of Democratic midterm victories delivers a decisive rebuke to the MAGA movement, Jon is joined by Sarah Longwell, publisher of The…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
Bursting the AI Bubble with Ed Zitron
As Anthropic files for what may become the largest IPO in history, Jon is joined by Ed Zitron of EZ Primary Research, the “Where’s Your Ed At” newsletter, and…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
A Progressive Policy Prescription with Abdul El-Sayed
As candidates make their closing arguments to voters ahead of Election Day, Jon is joined by Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Dr. Abdul El-Sayed to talk…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
A Working (Class) Economy with Kathryn Anne Edwards
As the cost of living keeps rising while Americans’ paychecks fail to keep pace, Jon is joined by labor economist Kathryn Anne Edwards to break down where our…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
Blue Wave on the Prairie? with Josh Turek
As Democrats across the country work to flip red seats blue this November, Jon is joined by four-time Paralympian and U.S. Senate candidate, Josh Turek, to…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
A More United Nations with PM Pedro Sánchez of Spain
As world leaders gather in New York for the UN General Assembly, Jon is joined by Prime Minister of Spain, Pedro Sánchez. Together, they discuss the future of…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
Reinventing the Rip-Off with Lindsay Owens
As the Fed battles inflation and Americans bear the costs, Jon is joined by Lindsay Owens, President and CEO of the Groundwork Collaborative and author of the…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
Jonathan Swan’s Dive into Trump’s Reality
As Trump’s second administration pursues a radically different playbook from his first, Jon is joined by Jonathan Swan, New York Times reporter and co-author…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
Making & Breaking Points with Krystal Ball and Saagar Enjeti
As populist energy continues to reshape both parties, Jon is joined by Krystal Ball and Saagar Enjeti, co-hosts of "Breaking Points." Together, they explore…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
Sen. John Fetterman on the Democratic Divide
As the Democratic Party wrestles with its identity and direction, Jon is joined by U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) to discuss his unconventional place…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
AI and the Enshittification Era with Cory Doctorow
With billions pouring into AI based on its promises, Jon is joined by Cory Doctorow, author of “The Reverse Centaur's Guide to Life After AI,” to separate the…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
Socializing with NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani
Six months into his administration, Jon is joined by New York City Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani to take stock of what democratic socialist governance looks like…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
The Fed, Unreserved with Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee
As the Fed's new leadership navigates persistent inflation and economic uncertainty, Jon is joined by Austan Goolsbee, President of the Federal Reserve Bank of…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
Jack Smith and Brian Driscoll on the Weaponization of Justice
As the Trump administration continues to weaponize the Justice Department and FBI, Jon is joined by former Special Counsel Jack Smith and former Acting FBI…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
The Messy, Beautiful World Cup with Roger Bennett and Tariq Panja
With the World Cup in full swing, renowned former collegiate soccer player, Jon Stewart, is joined by Men in Blazers founder Roger Bennett and New York Times…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
America 250: History vs. Mythology with Annette Gordon-Reed and David Blight
As America prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, Jon is joined by Yale historian David Blight and Harvard historian Annette Gordon-Reed to examine the…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
Elon Musk and America's Tech Oligarchy with Quinn Slobodian
As Elon Musk stands to become the world's first trillionaire through the SpaceX IPO, Jon is joined by Quinn Slobodian, co-author of the new book "Muskism," to…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
The Iran War and Our Energy Future with David Wallace-Wells
As the war with Iran disrupts global energy markets and accelerates a reckoning with fossil fuel dependence, Jon is joined by David Wallace-Wells, New York…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
America, China, and the Tech Cold War with Chris Miller
Following Trump's return from his summit in China, Jon is joined by Chris Miller, author of "Chip War: The Fight for the World's Most Critical Technology."…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
Foreign Policy and American Hubris with Ben Rhodes
As the war with Iran grinds on without clear objectives or an exit strategy, Jon is joined by Ben Rhodes, national security analyst and author of the upcoming…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
The News You’re Not Getting (and Why) with Amy Goodman
As consolidation, layoffs, and deference to power continue to hollow out the corporate media, Jon is joined by Amy Goodman, host and executive producer of…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
Politics for ME (and You) with Graham Platner
As Democrats search for a new generation of leaders who can reconnect with working Americans, Jon is joined by Graham Platner, U.S. Senate candidate for Maine…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
AI & The Future of Work with Daron Acemoglu and David Autor
As artificial intelligence continues to integrate into the workforce, Jon is joined by MIT economists David Autor and Daron Acemoglu, recipient of the 2024…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
The Other Side of the (Bit)Coin with Ben McKenzie
As cryptocurrency continues to embed itself in American politics, Jon is joined by Ben McKenzie, author of "Easy Money" and director of "Everyone Is Lying to…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
Podcasting Through It with Heather Cox Richardson
As many Americans search for ways to channel their frustration with the administration, Jon is joined by Boston College historian Heather Cox Richardson…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
America vs. The Rest with Alastair Campbell
With traditional allies refusing to join America’s war on Iran, Jon is joined by Alastair Campbell, co-host of “The Rest Is Politics.” Together, they examine…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
The Real Election Threat with Casey Newton and Renée DiResta
As the Senate debates the SAVE America Act amid unfounded claims of voter fraud, Jon is joined by Georgetown Research Professor Renée DiResta and Platformer…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
Silicon Valley Goes to War
As reports emerge of AI-powered weapons systems deployed in strikes on Iran, we’re joined by Dr. Sarah Shoker, Senior Research Scholar at UC Berkeley, and Paul…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
At War in the Middle East, Again with Christiane Amanpour and Amb. Wendy Sherman
As American strikes intensify and Iran retaliates across the region, Jon is joined by Ambassador Wendy Sherman, who negotiated the 2015 Iran nuclear agreement…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
The State of Things with Ali Velshi
At a moment when both Trump and the public are reflecting on his administration's direction, Jon is joined by MS NOW's Ali Velshi, host of "Velshi" and co-host…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
The Wealth of Wall Street with Oren Cass
As the stock market continues to break records, Jon is joined by Oren Cass, Chief Economist at American Compass, to examine how America's economy was…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
The Irrational Economy with Richard Thaler
With economic systems failing millions of Americans, Jon is joined by Nobel laureate and University of Chicago Professor Richard Thaler, one of the founding…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
The ICE Age of Surveillance and Enforcement
Following the violent crackdown on protesters in Minneapolis, Jon is joined by investigative journalist Radley Balko and Joseph Cox, co-founder of 404 Media…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
Trump’s New World Disorder with Adam Tooze and Ivan Krastev
As Trump openly threatens Greenland and other European allies, Jon is joined by Adam Tooze, author of the Chartbook substack, and Ivan Krastev, Chairman of the…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
Trump’s Domination Politics, at Home and Abroad with Fareed Zakaria
As the Trump administration continues to operate with unchecked power, Jon is joined by Fareed Zakaria, host of CNN’s "Fareed Zakaria GPS." Together, they…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
Wrapping 2025 with Jon Favreau and Tim Miller
As 2025 draws to a close, Jon is joined by Crooked Media's Jon Favreau and "The Bulwark" host Tim Miller. Together, they assess Trump's tumultuous first year…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
American “Heritage” vs. American History
As debates over what it means to be a "heritage American" enter mainstream political discourse, Jon is joined by University of Florida Professor Allen C…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
Govs.-Elect Sherrill & Spanberger: From the Hill to the State House
Fresh off their decisive election night wins, Jon is joined by Governors-Elect (and former congressional roommates) Mikie Sherrill of New Jersey and Abigail…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
From FTC to NYC with Lina Khan
In the wake of Zohran Mamdani’s historic election in New York City, Jon is joined by Lina Khan, former Chair of the Federal Trade Commission and newly…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
Democrats Actually Win Something with Chris Hayes and David Plouffe
Following Democrats' decisive Tuesday wins, Jon is joined by MSNBC's Chris Hayes, host of "All In" and author of "The Sirens' Call," and David Plouffe, former…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
VP Kamala Harris on Defeat, Democrats, and the Fight Ahead
Nearly a year after her presidential campaign ended in defeat, Jon is joined by former Vice President Kamala Harris to reflect on the realities of running for…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
The Pentagon’s Press Purge
As the Pentagon implements sweeping new restrictions on press access, Jon is joined by Atlantic staff writer Nancy Youssef, War Horse founder Thomas Brennan…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
Trump’s Peace Plan: Lessons from the Negotiating Table
In the aftermath of the ceasefire in Gaza, Jon is joined by Daniel Levy, former Israeli peace negotiator and President of the U.S./Middle East Project, and…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
AI: What Could Go Wrong? with Geoffrey Hinton
As artificial intelligence advances at unprecedented speed, Jon is joined by Geoffrey Hinton, Professor Emeritus at the University of Toronto and the…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
The Republican Playbook: Democrat Edition with Tim Miller and David Faris
As the government shutdown takes effect, Jon is joined by Roosevelt University Professor and contributing writer at The Nation David Faris, and "The Bulwark…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
Wanted: Democratic Leadership with DNC Chair Ken Martin
As millions struggle to turn their political frustration into positive action, Jon is joined by Democratic National Committee Chair Ken Martin. Together, they…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
Trending Towards Violence with Charlie Warzel
In the aftermath of Charlie Kirk’s assassination, Jon is joined by Charlie Warzel, staff writer at The Atlantic and author of its "Galaxy Brain" newsletter…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
A Conversation with Gov. JB Pritzker
As ICE arrives in Chicago under the banner of crime reduction, Jon is joined by Illinois Governor JB Pritzker to examine the Trump administration's stated…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
Deep Sh!t State: Trump’s Retribution Campaign
As Trump targets the FBI and Justice Department for retribution, Jon is joined by former FBI Assistant Special Agent in Charge Michael Feinberg and New York…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
On Gaza and Humanity with Mosab Abu Toha
As the world confronts images of the suffering in Gaza, Jon is joined by Pulitzer Prize winning Palestinian poet and author Mosab Abu Toha to hear the human…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
Debating Reality with Mehdi Hasan
As mainstream media finds itself outplayed by Trump, Jon is joined by Mehdi Hasan, Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Zeteo. Together, they discuss his experience…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
All the President’s Tools
As Trump's pressure campaigns target universities, media outlets, and private companies, Jon is joined by former US Attorney Preet Bharara, host of "Stay Tuned…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
One Big Beautiful Econ Con?
In the wake of Trump's sweeping economic legislation, Jon is joined by Clara Mattei, Professor of Economics at The University of Tulsa and author of "The…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
History Meets Galaxy with Tony Gilroy and Mike Duncan
In an era that can feel like a tinderbox, Jon is joined by Tony Gilroy, creator of "Andor" and Oscar nominee, and Mike Duncan, bestselling author and creator…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
Iran, Beyond the Headlines with Maziar Bahari
With the US now directly engaged in the Israel-Iran conflict, Jon is joined by Maziar Bahari, publisher of iranwire.com and author of “Then They Came for Me,”…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
Israel, Iran and Trump’s Incompetence
Amid growing fears about where the Israel-Iran conflict leads, Jon is joined by Ben Rhodes, co-host of "Pod Save the World" and former Deputy National Security…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
Protests, Emergency Powers, and Petty Feuds
This week, with the military deployed to LA and readying to parade in DC, Jon is joined by Jill Lepore, Professor of History and Law at Harvard University, and…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
Breaking (Down the) News with Kaitlan Collins
With the Trump administration generating headlines at breakneck speed, Jon is joined by CNN's Kaitlan Collins, anchor of "The Source with Kaitlan Collins" and…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
Jons Save America?
As Democrats seek to reestablish their credibility, Jon is joined by Crooked Media founders and "Pod Save America" hosts Jon Favreau and Jon Lovett. Together…
- The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
The For-Profit Presidency
As concerns mount over presidential profiteering, Jon is joined by Susan Glasser, New Yorker staff writer and co-author of "The Divider: Trump in the White…