The Daily Show: Ears Edition

Manchin Shocks Washington and McConnell with Bill Compromise

31 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In a surprise turn of events, Sen. Joe Manchin released a statement saying he’s on board with the Inflation Reduction Act, a renamed version of the ...

This Week's Top Stories | The Justice Department begins Investigating Trump for January 6th

30 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Justice Department begins investigating Trump for January 6th, Russia pulls out of the International Space Station, and Joe Manchin shocks Washing...

Joe Manchin's Surprise Climate Deal | Leila Mottley

29 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

America's slowing economy sparks a recession debate, Sen. Joe Manchin reaches an agreement with his fellow Democrats on a climate bill, and Leila Mott...

Outrage Over Instagram's Emphasis on Video | Rafael A. Mangual

28 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's planned trip to Taiwan angers China, Ronny Chieng examines the Move Oregon's Border movement, and Rafael A. Mangual discu...

Russia's International Space Station Pullout | Molly Burke

27 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Pope Francis apologizes for Catholic abuse of Indigenous people, Molly Burke discusses her advocacy for the disabled community, and actor Brian Cox ta...

January 6 Hearings: Season Finale Recap | Daniel Kaluuya

26 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The monkeypox virus officially becomes a global health emergency, Trevor dives into revelations from the eighth January 6 hearing, and Daniel Kaluuya ...

How Trevor Plans to Keep His Grandmother's Legacy Alive - Between The Scenes

25 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Trevor reflects on his grandma's legacy. #BetweenTheScenes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...

Gregory Robinson - The Impressive Images from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope

25 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

NASA Program Director Gregory Robinson discusses the advancements the James Webb Space Telescope has compared to the Hubble Telescope, and how these s...

Will Trump Run for President to Avoid Prison?

24 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As the January 6th Hearings come to a close, senators from both parties look to amend the Electoral Count Act which would make it harder for a future ...

This Week's Top Stories | Europe Faces A Massive Heat Wave

23 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Europe faces a massive heat wave, the Secret Service “loses” text from January 6th, and President Biden catches COVID. Here’s what happened this...

President Biden Tests Positive for COVID-19 | Blitz Bazawule

22 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

President Biden tests positive for COVID-19, the January 6 hearings appear to spell trouble for Donald Trump, and artist Blitz Bazawule discusses his ...

The House Passes a Marriage Equality Bill | Jenny Slate

21 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The House passes a sweeping marriage equality bill, Dulcé Sloan examines gender stereotypes in children's books, and comedian Jenny Slate discusses h...

The Secret Service Deletes January 6 Texts | Gregory Robinson

20 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Secret Service deletes texts from January 6, 2021, Kevin Matthew Kelp (Michael Kosta) cracks a fruit conspiracy, and NASA's Gregory Robinson discu...

Biden Fist Bumps Saudi Crown Prince MBS | Terri Jackson

19 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sen. Joe Manchin deals a blow to climate change policy, Dulcé Sloan tries to make New Yorkers late for work, and the WNBA's Terri Jackson discusses R...

Trevor's Favorite Accent - Between the Scenes

18 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What is Trevor's favorite accent to imitate? #BetweenTheScenes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. ...

The Sub-Minimum Wage Loophole

16 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Thanks to a loophole, disabled employees can legally be paid less than their non-disabled counterparts. Here’s a look at the debate over subminimum ...

The Filibuster - If You Don’t Know, Now You Know

15 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Senate filibuster is one of the biggest things standing in the way of anti-voter suppression laws, raising the minimum wage and immigration reform...

SCOTUS Curbs EPA's Ability to Regulate Greenhouse Gases

14 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Supreme Court ruled that the EPA doesn’t have the authority to protect the environment… so what IS their job now? See omnystudio.com/listener ...

CP Time: The Cinematic History of the “Magical Negro”

13 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Roy Wood Jr. tackles the "The Magical Negro" throughout cinematic history and how in recent years, films have flipped the idea and started using "Magi...

Back in Black - Perils of the Beach

12 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On the hottest days of summer, you could go to the beach. Lewis Black discusses why that may not be the best idea. See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...

Everything Is Stupid - America Has a Problem with Food

09 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ronny Chieng spotlights frivolous lawsuits against food giants, including absurd cases being brought against Godiva, TGI Friday’s and Poland Spring....

Hold Up with Dulcé Sloan & Josh Johnson: Conscious Rap vs. Club Bangers

08 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In the premiere episode of their new podcast, Hold Up, Daily Show correspondent Dulcé Sloan and Daily Show writer Josh Johnson debate the merits of t...

Vasectomies: A “Snip” in the Right Direction

07 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As women’s right to choose is being revoked all across the country, Michael Kosta investigates how men can take a “snip” in the right direction ...

Veronica Ivy - Trans Women in Women’s Sports

06 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Should trans women be able to compete in women's sport? Trevor and Trans Athlete Rights Expert Veronica Ivy discuss. See omnystudio.com/listener for p...

Dul-Sayin’ - What July 4th Means to Black Folks

05 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

When Black Americans were freed in the southern states and began celebrating the Fourth of July, confederate mobs responded in hostility and banned mo...

The Implications of Overturning Roe v. Wade - Between the Scenes

04 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Trevor discusses the implications of overturning Roe v. Wade See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

Draymond Green - From Underdog to 4x NBA Champion

03 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

“The moment we finish, I’m standing up on the podium, and I’m like, this is crazy. It’s wild. How do we get back here?” Four-time Golden Sta...

This Week's Top Stories | The Supreme Court Overturns Roe v. Wade

02 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

SCOTUS Overturns Roe v. Wade, Rudy Giuliani files assault over a back slap, and Medieval Times unionizes. Here’s what happened this week.  See omny...

The Radical Supreme Court Guts the EPA | Veronica Ivy & Moses Ingram

01 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Supreme Court severely undermines the EPA, track cycling champion Veronica Ivy discusses transgender athlete rights, and actor Moses Ingram talks ...

Women Navigate Post-Roe Abortion Data Traps | Van Lathan Jr.

30 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sweden and Finland are joining NATO, Desi Lydic examines the origins and evolution of Pride Month, and writer and podcaster Van Lathan Jr. discusses h...

Cassidy Hutchinson's January 6 Bombshells | Eric Adams

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The January 6 Committee hears shocking testimony from former Trump aide Cassidy Hutchinson, and New York City Mayor Eric Adams talks to Trevor about h...

The Supreme Court Strikes Down Roe v. Wade | Draymond Green

28 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade, Michael Kosta discusses vasectomies with family physician Dr. Guarin, and NBA champ Draymond Green talks abou...

America’s Double Standard on Regulations - Between The Scenes

27 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Maybe the Constitution should’ve specified “one gun per hand”? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad cho...

Dul-Sayin’ - The Commercialization of Pride

27 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dulcé Sloan explores how companies co-opt pride for their own profit during the month of June. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. L...

What Does a Post-Roe v. Wade America Look Like? - Beyond the Scenes

26 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Over the past year, near-total abortion bans have been instituted across America, including in Texas and Oklahoma. In December 2021, Beyond the Scenes...

This Week's Top Stories | Giuliani's Thirsty Calls to Legislators

25 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The January 6th hearings expose Giuliani’s thirsty calls to state legislators, the Senate reaches its first bipartisan gun bill in three decades, an...

Jordan Klepper on Trump Fans and January 6 | Elliot Page

24 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Supreme Court greenlights concealed guns in New York, Jordan Klepper asks Trump supporters about the January 6 hearings, and Elliot Page discusses...

Congress Agrees on Bipartisan Gun Reform | Angela Garbes

23 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Congress comes to an agreement on gun control legislation, Lewis Black rants about the sudden rise of high-priced weddings in 2022, and Angela Garbes ...

Rudy Giuliani's Post-Election Desperation | Katy Tur

22 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Trevor covers police inaction during the school shooting in Uvalde, TX, Dulcé Sloan examines corporate fear of LGBTQ-friendly ads, and MSNBC's Katy T...

Why Are People Mad at Kim K For Wearing Marilyn's Dress? - Between The Scenes

20 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kim Kardashian wore Marilyn Monroe's dress and suddenly everyone is an expert on preserving costumes. #BetweenTheScenes See omnystudio.com/listener fo...

The Daily Showography of Rudy Giuliani: Oozing Greatness

20 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How did Rudy Giuliani go from son of a small-time criminal to “America’s Mayor” to the best – and possibly last – friend Donald Trump ever h...

Alex Wagner Interviews Trevor

19 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Alex Wagner sits down with Trevor to discuss the value of leading honest conversations during difficult times, how the Daily Show “cinematic univers...

Lizzo’s “Grrrls” Lyric Controversy - Between The Scenes

18 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Trevor on Lizzo’s “Grrrls” lyric controversy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podca...

This Week's Top Stories | New Details Emerge From The Jan. 6 Committee

18 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Trump gets advice from a drunk Rudy Giuliani, stocks enter a bear market, Kim K ruins Marilyn's dress, and Dr. Fauci tests positive for Covid as the F...

Trump's Post-Election Pressure on Pence | Ed Helms

17 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The FDA approves COVID-19 vaccines for young kids, Leo Deblin (Roy Wood Jr.) responds to America's lifeguard shortage, and actor and writer Ed Helms d...

BTS Goes On Hiatus | Davido

16 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Trevor covers the GOP midterm elections, Michael Kosta strives to become a K-pop superstar in the wake of BTS's hiatus, and singer-songwriter Davido t...

The Daily Showography of Rudy Giuliani | Katie Couric

15 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The U.S. stock market enters an alarming slump, The Daily Show presents a deep-diving biography of Rudy Giuliani, and journalist Katie Couric discusse...

Trevor’s Unexpected Encounter With a Fan - Between The Scenes

14 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Not everyone who stops Trevor on the street wants a selfie. #BetweenTheScenes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about yo...

New Revelations about the January 6 Riot | Ayo Edebiri

14 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Russia rebrands McDonald's, Trevor covers the latest revelations from the January 6 hearings on the 2021 U.S. Capitol riot, and comedian Ayo Edebiri d...

Debunking Conservatives’ Excuses for Gun Violence

13 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The latest wave of mass shootings in America has led Republican lawmakers to suggest solutions that involve everything but actual gun control.  See o...

Iman Vellani - “Ms. Marvel”

12 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

“I felt like the comics were written about me, for me, and only me.” Iman Vellani chats about her debut acting role as Muslim superhero Ms. Marvel...

This Week's Top Stories | North Korea and the U.S. Communicate with Missiles

11 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

North Korea “communicates” with the US by launching missiles, the January 6th hearings promise to “blow the roof off of the House,” and the Ho...

The House Passes Gun Reform | Michael R. Jackson

10 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The House approves gun control legislation, Congress kicks off hearings investigating the January 6 Capitol riot, and playwright Michael R. Jackson di...

House Committee Prepares for the January 6 Hearings | Iman Vellani

09 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

House Democrats gear up for the January 6 hearings, Roy Wood Jr. examines gentrification in Brooklyn, and actor Iman Vellani talks about her starring ...

CNN Scales Back "Breaking News" Hype | Eliot Schrefer

08 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

New York passes major gun reform laws, Roy Wood Jr. sits down with anti-government firebrand Ammon Bundy, and Eliot Schrefer discusses his book "Queer...

Votedemic 2022: The Race for the Mayor of L.A. | Bobby Brown

07 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

North Korea and the U.S. communicate via missile launches, Trevor covers the mayoral primary race in Los Angeles, and Bobby Brown discusses his show "...

Staying Motivated for New Gun Legislation | Between the Scenes

06 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It’s strange how quickly America goes from the land of the possible to the impossible when it comes to stopping gun violence.   See omnystudio.com...

Amb. Sergiy Kyslytsya - The Global Impacts of Putin’s War in Ukraine

06 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

 “It’s not just about Ukraine. It’s about the entire collective democratic community of nations.” Ukraine’s U.N. Ambassador Sergiy Kyslytsy...

Sen. Chris Murphy - Finding Common Ground on Gun Safety

05 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Connecticut Senator Chris Murphy shares details from the bipartisan gun reform conversations following the Uvalde shooting, discusses how the once unb...

This Week's Top Stories | The Debate Over Gun Legislation

04 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The GOP blames everything except guns for gun violence, an Indian couple sues their son for lack of grandkids, and Michael Kosta interviews foreigners...

Republicans Blame Mass Shootings on Doors | Sergiy Kyslytsya

03 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Engineers build the world's tiniest robot, Michael Kosta investigates the connection between mass shootings and doors, and Trevor talks to Ukrainian a...

U.S. Sends Missiles to Ukraine | Akwaeke Emezi

02 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The U.S. sends missiles to Ukraine, Senator Chris Murphy discusses gun control reform, and author Akwaeke Emezi talks about "Dear Senthuran" and "You ...

America's Gun Violence Debate | Kellyanne Conway

01 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Trevor covers America's gun violence debate, Ronny Chieng celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and Kellyanne Conway discusse...

Therapy in the Black Community - Beyond the Scenes

31 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Roy Wood Jr. is joined by Daily Show writer X Mayo and producer Ashton Womack for a discussion about Black mental health, the Black church and the 202...

South African Racism vs. American Racism - Between the Scenes

29 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What’s the difference between racism in South Africa and racism in America? It comes down to directness.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...

CP Time: Old-School Hip-Hop

28 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Roy Wood Jr. teaches a lesson on the origins of hip-hop – and of that iconic record scratch noise.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...

How The Government Works With Dulcé Sloan

27 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone learns about Congress and the president in school, but you don’t need to know any of that. Dulcé Sloan has the inside scoop on the governm...

Eve L. Ewing - Breaking Down Structural Racism with “Ghosts in the Schoolyard”

26 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Eve L. Ewing breaks down the history behind the racial divide in America’s schools and explains what gets in the way of giving every child a high-qu...

Highway Racism - If You Don’t Know, Now You Know

25 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Highways are the vital arteries that help transport goods and help workers commute to the office, but their origins are rooted in racism.  See omnyst...

Alexander Skarsgård - Creating a Viking Epic

24 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Alexander Skarsgård discusses his epic Viking movie “The Northman” and how his family roots are tied to Viking lineage. See omnystudio.com/listen...

Should American Parents Adopt a More Hands-Off Approach? - Between The Scenes

22 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

“Parents should treat playgrounds, the way people should treat airport carousels…take a step back.” Trevor discusses the difference between Amer...

CP Time: The History of Black Horse Racers

21 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Not only was a Black jockey the first to win the Kentucky Derby in 1875, but Black riders were some of the best. Roy Wood Jr. discusses a few of the g...

Beyond The Scenes - The Ongoing Battle to Remove Confederate Statues

20 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

While America has made progress in removing confederate statues from public squares, many remain standing. Director of the PBS documentary The Neutral...

Jonathan Martin & Alex Burns - Behind the Scenes of Politics

19 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

New York Times reporters Jonathan Martin and Alex Burns discuss their reporting process for their book “This Will Not Pass,” share new audio of Pr...

Roy's Job Fair - DJ Jazzy Jeff

18 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Grammy winner and host of the web series 'Vinyl Destination,' DJ Jazzy Jeff shares his early days of a first job frying chicken at Roy Rogers restaura...

Ziwe - Celebrating & Enabling Icons

17 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

“I don’t make it awkward on purpose. I’m just a little strange.” Comedian Ziwe discusses how she turns her interviews into iconic moments, her...

Elon Musk’s Billionaire Games - Between the Scenes

15 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Trevor’s no finance expert, but the details of Elon Musk’s Twitter buy seem a little weird.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....

How Social Media Filters Are Destroying Our Mental Health

14 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Social media and photo editing are giving teens unrealistic beauty expectations for themselves, causing them to turn to plastic surgery. Here’s why ...

Remembering Frances Noah: A Tribute to Trevor’s Gran

13 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of The Daily Show: Ears Edition, we pay tribute to Trevor’s gran, Frances Noah, who passed away this week. Rest easy, Gogo. See omny...

Daniel Ricciardo - The Taste of Victory

12 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

McLaren Formula 1 Driver Daniel Ricciardo shares a “shoey” with Trevor while chatting about the documentary series “Drive to Survive” and prep...

Beyond the Scenes | Violence Against Women & What Men Can Do to Stop It

11 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s divorce started as a celebrity scandal, but has evolved into a larger discussion surrounding the harassment many wom...

Stacey Abrams, "Level Up"

10 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Voting rights activist and entrepreneur Stacey Abrams discusses her book "Level Up," creating opportunities for people to start small businesses and r...

What is the Future of Late Night? - Between The Scenes

09 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Trevor on where he thinks late night television is heading.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. V...

Alexis McGill Johnson - Bringing Women’s Bodies Back Into the Constitution

09 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

“What most people want is to not have a politician in their decision.” Planned Parenthood’s President and CEO Alexis McGill Johnson discusses th...

CP Time: The History of Black Horse Racers

08 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Not only was a Black jockey the first to win the Kentucky Derby in 1875, but Black riders were some of the best. Roy Wood Jr. discusses a few of the g...

This Week's Top Stories | The Supreme Court Prepares To Overturn Roe v. Wade

06 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Supreme Court prepares to overturn Roe v. Wade, Senator Amy Klobuchar talks about the threat to abortion rights and Planned Parenthood CEO Alexis ...

Madison Cawthorn's Naked Video Scandal | Alex Burns & Jonathan Martin

06 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

NASA plans to send nude images of humans to space, Roy Wood Jr. highlights pioneering Black horse racing jockeys, and co-authors Alex Burns and Jonath...

Supreme Court Leak Speculation | Alexis McGill Johnson

05 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Pundits wonder who leaked the Supreme Court's opinion on Roe v. Wade, Michael Kosta hosts a trivia game show, and Planned Parenthood CEO Alexis McGill...

The Supreme Court Aims to Overturn Roe v. Wade | Bill Gates

04 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Supreme Court prepares to overturn Roe v. Wade, Senator Amy Klobuchar talks about the threat to abortion rights, and Bill Gates discusses his book...

Republicans Duke It Out in the Ohio Primary | Ziwe

03 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

NASA examines litter it left behind on Mars, Republicans vie for Donald Trump's favor in the 2022 Ohio primary race, and comedian Ziwe discusses her l...

Why Did Trevor Grow Out His Hair? - Between The Scenes

02 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Why did Trevor grow out his hair? Well, the pandemic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit pod...

Terry Crews - "Tough: My Journey to True Power"

02 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

"I had to redefine what tough was in my life." Terry Crews discusses his emotional journey of growing up in an abusive household and reflects on the "...

Burna Boy - "One Night in Space"

01 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Grammy Award-winner Burna Boy discusses producing his album "Twice as Tall" on Zoom, having his mom for a manager, and being the first Nigerian artist...

This Week's Top Stories | Elon Musk Buys Twitter For $44 Billion

29 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Elon Musk buys Twitter for $44 Billion, Dr. Fauci declare the U.S. out of “pandemic phase”, and Trump incites violence over “dangerous” fruit....

Trump Testifies About Dangerous Fruit | Daniel Ricciardo

29 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Donald Trump rants about dangerous fruit in a deposition, Trevor highlights Rep. Madison Cawthorn's flurry of scandals, and Formula 1 racer Daniel Ric...

Dr. Fauci Declares Pandemic Phase Over | Terry Crews

28 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Russia cuts off gas deliveries to NATO countries Poland and Bulgaria, Black Karen (Dulcé Sloan) calls the cops on annoying white people, and Terry Cr...

Trump Says He Won't Return to Twitter | Burna Boy

27 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Donald Trump declares he won't return to Twitter, Trevor rolls out the TDS+++ streaming service, and rapper and singer Burna Boy talks about "Burna Bo...

Elon Musk Buys Twitter | Gia and Raashaun "DJ Envy" Casey

26 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Elon Musk buys Twitter, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene faces questions about her role in the U.S. Capitol riot, and Gia and Raashaun "DJ Envy" Casey disc...

Trevor on Meeting BTS - Between The Scenes

25 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The moment we’ve all been waiting for: Trevor dishes on meeting BTS at the GRAMMYs in Between the Scenes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...

Janelle Monáe - Living Her Best Life

25 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

“I am in the most ‘I don’t have to prove anything’ space that I’ve ever been in in my life.” Grammy-nominated musician, actor, and author ...