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Trump Blames Plane Crash on DEI, Lewis Black on Dry January | Vince Beiser Jan 31, 2025

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Michael Kosta on the tragic Washington D.C. plane crash and Trump's baseless blame of DEI for the catastrophe. Plus, the Best F**kin' News team breaks down which of Trump's nominees was least qualified at their Senate hearings.

Lewis Black Celebrates the End of Dry January and Other Ridiculous Drinking Trends

Journalist and author Vince Beiser sits down to discuss the paradox of electric vehicles and renewable energy in his latest book "Power Metal: The Race for the Resources That Will Shape the Future." They talk about how preventing climate change has led to a rush for “critical” metals, how China has dominated the field of mining and manufacturing, the minerals and metals behind Trump’s Greenland obsession, recycling electronic waste, and the importance of reusing and repairing gadgets.

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RFK Jr.’s Fiery Hearing, Rethinking Social Media | Filmmaker Rachel Mason Jan 30, 2025

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Michael Kosta tackles RFK Jr.'s confirmation hearing for health secretary, his questionable stances on vaccines and AIDS, and Bernie Sanders's onesie interrogation.

The polio virus (Troy Iwata) shares his excitement about returning to work.

Grace Kuhlenschmidt asks New Yorkers if they will finally delete their apps now that Trump-aligned billionaires run various social media platforms,

Filmmaker Rachel Mason sits down to discuss her new Max docuseries, “An Update on Our Family.” She explains what attracted her to the story of popular YouTube vloggers who shared their overseas adoption online, the ethics of profiting off your children via content, and how she navigates oversharing on her own social media accounts.

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Trans Military Ban, J6 Pardon Aftermath, Sports War: Super Bowl Swifties | Lil Rel Howery Jan 29, 2025

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Michael Kosta checks in on the latest Trumpworld news: new press secretary Karoline Leavitt, the banning of trans people in the military, and the aftermath of pardoned Jan. 6 insurrectionists. Troy Iwata sets up an elaborate sting for J6 sex offenders. Plus, Sports War: Kosta and Ronny Chieng on Super Bowl Swifties, Philly celebrations, & NHL nachos.

Comedian and actor Lil Rel Howery chats about starring in the new animated film “Dog Man,” how therapy has benefited his life and his comedy, and the “Get Out” tagline that follows him at every T.S.A. checkpoint.

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Jon Stewart on Dems' Accusations of Fascism, China's New A.I. | Royal Ramey Jan 28, 2025

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Jon Stewart discusses China's new A.I. tool "DeepSeek," and urges Democrats to convince voters of THEIR plan rather than react to Trump's "fascist" first week of executive orders.

Chief Royal Ramey, a formerly incarcerated firefighter, and CEO and co-founder of the Forestry and Fire Recruitment Program, joins to discuss his program. They talk the hands-on training he received while incarcerated, why the work appeals to those currently serving time, and how helping a community and experiencing the “prison-to-public servant pipeline” changed his life.

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Behind The Show | Fingering the Pulse at Trump's Second Inauguration | Jordan Klepper - Ian Berger Jan 27, 2025

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Jordan Klepper joins Supervising Producer and Segment Director Ian Berger to deep dive on their latest Fingering the Pulse segment, talking to the crowds at Trump’s second inauguration. They discuss the thrill of victory, the disappointment of a cancelled outdoor ceremony, mixed feelings on blanket J6 pardons, and the absolute joy of a MAGA garbage truck.

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TDS Time Machine | Vacation Getaways Jan 26, 2025

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Escape the winter doldrums with a look back at some of The Daily Show's expert vacation recommendations.

Trevor Noah discusses Ted Cruz's aborted trip to Cancun amidst a dangerous winter storm, then unpacks Miami's spring break problem. Michael Kosta gives you Just the Tip with his best travel tips and tricks. Trevor talks with audience members about his love of world travel, and Michael Kosta returns to explain how to vacation from home during a pandemic.

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TDS Time Machine | Trump’s Road to Impeachment Jan 25, 2025

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From Pelosi initially withholding the articles of impeachment to Mitt Romney’s rank-breaking vote, here’s a look back at the Trump impeachment saga.

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DEI Rollback, Ending Birthright Citizenship, Charlamagne on Staying Mad | Al Madrigal Jan 24, 2025

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Ronny Chieng dives into Trump's first week: DEI snitches, affirmative action's rollback to 1965, and a block on a "blatantly unconstitutional" executive order. Al Madrigal joins to discuss an enemy greater than immigrant violence: face tattoos. Plus, Charlamagne Tha God wants Dems to embrace GOP's model of invincibility.
Former Daily Show correspondent Al Madrigal sits down to talk about his role in the series “Lopez vs. Lopez.” They discuss working with comedy legend George Lopez, the chain letters Rob Riggle passed down to correspondents from Stephen Colbert, and the beauty of LA’s community mobilizing after the fires.

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Pastor vs. Trump, Triumph Storms a Coffee Shop | Talib Kweli Jan 23, 2025

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Ronny Chieng covers Trump’s face-off with a woke pastor, his lukewarm review of church, and a "f**k-it" approach to the Jan. 6 pardons. Troy Iwata investigates if the GOP’s amnesia for insurrectionist violence is really a disease. Plus, Triumph the Insult Comic Dog leads anti-Trump march in storming the... coffee shop?
Legendary hip-hop artist Talib Kweli sits down with Ronny Chieng to discuss the future of the music industry and his latest album "The Confidence of Knowing." They talk supporting artists outside of streaming, how hip-hop is deeply rooted in social justice, understanding the political divide beyond Democrat vs. Republican, and how tech billionaires profit off our social media engagement.

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Trump's First Day, Jan. 6 Pardons, Klepper Crashes Inauguration | Stephanie Hsu Jan 22, 2025

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Ronny Chieng on Trump pulling the U.S. out of international treaties and organizations, pardoning the January 6th rioters, dissing Melania, and celebrating with the YMCA. Josh Johnson joins freed insurrectionists on their next criminal adventure.

Jordan Klepper Crashes Trump's Inauguration Weekend to talk to MAGA diehards who traveled near and far to witness Trump's... garbage truck?

Actor Stephanie Hsu sits down to discuss her new Peacock series, “Laid.” She talks getting her big break in the “SpongeBob SquarePants” Broadway musical, and the importance of “Everything Everywhere All At Once.”

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