Al Franken tackles the biggest news of the day including the ICC issuing a warrant for the arrest of Vladimir Putin and the possible indictment of Donald Trump. Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham and Al Franken discuss how they are aligned politically when it comes to the war in Ukraine. 

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March Madness and the NCAA tournament are in full effect, and it’s one of the biggest sports betting times of the year.  Host Roy Wood Jr. sits down with Daily Show correspondent, Michael Kosta, and gambling industry reporter for ESPN, David Purdum, for a conversation about how professional sports leagues are embracing the new profit potential, whether the ease of access to mobile sports betting makes people more vulnerable to gambling addiction, and what’s being done to enforce responsible gambling.

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“If I'm on the internet, I'm not going to see these little impulse buys. I'm not going to see this pack of gum at the register. There's no pack of gum at the register in an online store.” - Dulcé Sloan

“An online store will tell you up top - the thing you want, we ain't got any. The one you like, it's not here. We'll send you an email when it gets here, but for today, don't waste your time." - Josh Johnson

It’s online vs. In-store shopping this week on Hold Up with Daily Show correspondent Dulcé Sloan and writer Josh Johnson.  

Hold Up  is a podcast from The Daily Show. Listen to new episodes every Thursday wherever you get your podcasts, or watch at YouTube.com/TheDaily Show

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To many, low youth turnout is not a problem, it's the goal. From moving voting booths to splitting congressional districts, politicians are doing all they can to lower voting numbers in young people. Kal Penn discusses why that is and what tactics politicians are taking in this edition of Long Story Short.

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Kal Penn discusses the news of the day including a seaweed blob approaching the Florida coast, the Pope's potential about-face on celibacy requirements for priests, and the Nebraska lawmaker who filibustered for three weeks to squash anti-trans bills. Chasten Buttigieg discusses the reason he created a young adult version of his bestselling memoir.

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Kal Penn tackles the EPA limiting toxic forever chemicals in drinking water, the Pentagon blocking the Biden Administration from sharing evidence of Russian war crimes, and OpenAI debuting ChatGPT-4. Radhika Jones, Editor in Chief of Vanity Fair, discusses how she was able to expand the magazine’s reach by embracing the evolution of culture, the importance of elevating new voices.

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Kal Penn takes on the latest news, including Biden approving a drilling project and offering pardons for weed convictions, the city of Newark entering a sister city deal with a fake city, flamingoes forming cliques, and a swimming pool sized asteroid heading towards Earth. Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Bilawal Bhutto Zardari discusses how his worldview on the climate crisis changed after experiencing unprecedented floods first-hand.

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Kal Penn tackles the latest news including Fox News blaming the Silicon Valley Bank collapse on "woke", the 95th Academy Awards, and Trump's chart topping song by the J6 prison choir.  Kal Penn and President Joe Biden talk about passing bipartisan legislation when the country is so divided, and how young people's advocacy can affect policy on climate, drilling, and human rights.

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Superheroes inspire us and help us believe we can do all that we set our minds to. Black superhero stories, however, don’t always reach mainstream audiences, leaving young Black children few characters to identify with. Host Roy Wood Jr. sits down with Daily Show writer, Ashton Womack, Daily Show senior producer, Aaron LaMarr Burleson, and contemporary artist, Hebru Brantley, to discuss how Black superhero stories have more capacity to bring authentic Black experiences to the big screen. 

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“You can actually have an experience with a person in a day date, that I think in dinner dates you’re limited.” - Josh Johnson

“What I’m saying is, you better take a bitch to dinner first. You better spend them coins.” - Dulcé Sloan

It’s day dates vs. dinner dates this week on Hold Up with Daily Show correspondent Dulcé Sloan and writer Josh Johnson

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Kids in after-school programs are less likely to drink, do drugs, or join a gang. So why is the government barely funding these programs? Marlon Wayans tackles the topic in the latest edition of Long Story Short.

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Marlon Wayans takes on the biggest news of the day including Maine cracking down on vanity license plates, the D.O.J. releasing a report on racist policing in Louisville, and an anti-drag governor coming under fire for commenting on a gay Instagrammer's post. Actor and producer Omar Epps shares stories from growing up with Marlon Wayans including an unforgettable night with Tupac.

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Marlon Wayans tackles the day's biggest news including Tucker Carlson's secret hateful texts about Trump, Barbie's new dolls unveiled for International Women's Day, TikTok's glamor filter messing with users self-image, and an airplane passenger's spoon attack. Derrick Jones, AKA DJ D-Nice, looks back on the early days of his career and discusses the huge impact Hip Hop has had over 50 years

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Marlon Wayans takes on the day’s biggest news, including elevated instances of children eating their parents edibles, Will & Kate’s terrifying wax sculptures, and Tucker Carlson’s unreleased footage from January 6. Bomani Jones, sports journalist and host of “Game Theory with Bomani Jones”, discusses his viral interview with Jake Paul and the match aftermath

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Marlon Wayans tackles the day's biggest news including updates from CPAC, Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant's suspension for flashing a gun on Instagram, and the debate over reparations in California. Actor Mason Gooding discusses reprising his role as Chad in “Scream VI” and how the latest installment of the slasher franchise is more violent and scarier than the previous Scream films.

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The Daily Show's first guest host Leslie Jones chats with Roy Wood Jr about her week behind the desk.  She shares how SNL prepared her for this role, what advice Chris Rock gave her, why she wanted to tackle men’s mental health on the show, and the backstories she created for each of the Daily Show correspondents. Also, find out her thoughts on Rihanna’s Super Bowl halftime performance, Ron DeSantis, and the Chinese spy balloon.

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“My opinion is that happy hour makes life easier and better through discounts, while brunch makes it harder and more bougie for no reason with orange juice and vodka.” - Josh Johnson

“The thing about brunch though is one, your mimosas are bottomless. Also, we have changed the lifestyle when it comes to brunch. Now, it's not just orange juice. We done expanded the juices.” - Dulcé Sloan

It’s happy hour vs. brunch this week on Hold Up with Daily Show correspondent Dulcé Sloan and writer Josh Johnson.

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A conversation between Hasan Minhaj and Ronny Chieng about COVID-19 goes off the rails and devolves into an epic roast battle.

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Hasan Minhaj tackles today's headlines, including Prince Charles forcing Prince Andrew out of his mansion, and chats with Roy Wood Jr. about the Tooth Fairy's rates reaching a new all-time high. “Shark Tank” investor and venture capitalist Kevin O’Leary discusses his losses and lessons learned from the failed crypto exchange FTX.

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Hasan Minhaj tackles the day's biggest news including many McDonald's chains not offering the Cardi B and Offset meal, and the partisan blame game around the East Palestine train derailment.

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Hasan Minhaj tackles the latest news, including Rupert Murdoch confessing that Fox News lied about the 2020 election being stolen, Tucker Carlson admitting he was afraid to lose viewers, the White House wanting to remove TikTok from government issues devices, and the Supreme Court beginning the federal student loan hearings. Actor and producer Rebel Wilson shares how her personal journey with using dating apps inspired her to create the dating app “Fluid."

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Hasan Minhaj kicks off his week as host covering the U.S. Energy Department concluding with "low confidence" that COVID was caused by a lab leak, and Dilbert comics being dropped from newspapers following its author's racist rant. NBA champion Giannis Antetokounmpo discusses his genuine love for his family

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NBA legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar discusses what inspired him to lead a life of activism, handing over his all-time scoring record to LeBron James, and what he learned from his friendship with Bruce Lee. 

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Wanda Sykes tackles the over-ticketing of poor communities and why the government needs to stop using people as its "take a penny jar."

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Supermodel and entrepreneur Ashley Graham discusses why she chooses to be honest on social media, how the terms "body positivity" and "body neutrality" have developed, and why she has a love-hate relationship with Fashion Week.

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There are millions of women who don't want children, so why are they being shamed by society? Chelsea Handler tackles being childless by choice and why motherhood is not for everyone. 

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Actress Nia Long discusses working with the legendary Eddie Murphy in "You People," having to shoot her own coverage for "Missing," and why she believes terms like "Black movies" and "Black famous" are holding people back.

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"We already got our rights taken away, we can't get our healthcare taken away also." Leslie Jones discusses why she advocates so much for Planned Parenthood.

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Comedian Mike Epps discusses working with legendary women on "The Upshaws," the importance of giving back to the towns he tours during times of crisis, and how a promise to his mother led to buying and rebuilding houses in their hometown of Indianapolis. 

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Wondering why you're so angry all the time? It's not a coincidence. Sarah Silverman explains how big companies profit off our rage and attention.

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Jordan Klepper heads to Charleston, South Carolina, to see if Republicans are really ready to turn the page on Donald Trump with new presidential candidate Nikki Haley. 

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March for Our Lives organizer turned Congressman Maxwell Frost shares how his views of elected officials have evolved now that he works on the inside, what needs to change in order to pass stronger gun laws, and how his fellow Gen Zers can become more engaged with politics despite not trusting it

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Sarah Silverman tackles the day's news, including Nikki Haley's controversial opening speaker, North Korea's ban on anyone having the same name as Kim Jong Un's daughter, and studies stating that the average penis length has increased. New Yorker staff writer and bestselling author Jia Tolentino discusses how Big Tech companies profit off of our emotions on social media

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Sarah Silverman serves up today's news, including a NewsMax reporter asking if Biden is "woke," Elon Musk promoting his own tweets, more survivors of the Turkey earthquake being found, the newest law in North Korea banning girls from having the same name as Kim Jong Un's daughter, and Adidas questioning what to do with Yeezy merch. NBA Legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar discusses what inspired him to lead a life of activism.

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Sarah Silverman takes on the day's latest news including Nikki Haley's presidential run announcement, the drop in army recruitment numbers, the Church of England's decision to make God genderless, and the latest Valentine's Day romance scams. March For Our Lives organizer-turned Congressman Maxwell Frost shares how his views of elected officials have changed now that he works from the inside.

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Sarah Silverman takes on the latest news, including Rihanna's Super Bowl performance, loosened child labor laws in Iowa and Minnesota, the three UFO's that were shot down by the U.S., and two M&M workers who fell into a vat of chocolate. Daily Show Co-Creator and Founder of Abortion Access Front Lizz Winstead explains how her career in comedy evolved into the social activism she does for abortion rights

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"Change is slow. It's difficult. It comes in fits and starts, but we have to keep working at it." Senator Raphael Warnock sits down with guest host Chelsea Handler to discuss the chances of getting voting rights legislation passed in Congress, and how his children's book "Put Your Shoes On & Get Ready!" deals with the issue of race and honors the legacy of his father. 

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There are millions of women who don't want children, so why are they being shamed by society? Chelsea Handler tackles being childless by choice and why motherhood is not for everyone. 

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Actress and singer Lea Michele shares what it's been like living her dream of playing Fanny Brice in "Funny Girl," why she decided to return to Broadway after 15 years of acting in L.A., and how her life is different now as a wife and a mother. 

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Chelsea Handler tackles the day's news including China asking for its spy balloon back, the new "death diving" trend taking over TikTok, Kim Jong Un bringing his daughter to North Korea's military parade, and Santos firing back at Romney. Actress and singer Lea Michele shares what it’s been like living her dream of playing Fanny Bryce in “Funny Girl”.

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Biden delivers the State of the Union address and gets heckled by Republicans. Plus, Mitt Romney gets in a heated exchange with George Santos, and the Twitter hearings get underway with some disputed insults at Trump from Chrissy Teigen. Undisputed Super-Featherweight Champion Alycia Baumgardner discusses the newfound attention the sport is getting

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Chelsea Handler takes on the latest news including the Taliban not liking their 9-5 lifestyle, Tucker Carlson complaining about the amount of POC federal judges, a Singapore man suing a woman for being friendzoned, and a TikToker mocking the SKIMS micro bikini. Supermodel and entrepreneur Ashley Graham shares why she chooses to be honest on social media.

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Chelsea Handler tackles the latest news including the Chinese spy balloon shot down in South Carolina, Marjorie Taylor Greene complaining about her job, George Santos accused of groping an aide, and Mt. Washington being reportedly colder than Mars. Sen. Raphael Warnock discusses how his children's book, "Put Your Shoes On and Get Ready!" deals with the issue of race and honors the legacy of his father.

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"You know that there is no limit to the risk that you're taking." Former NFL player Domonique Foxworth discusses the significance of having two Black quarterbacks in the Super Bowl for the first time in history, the hierarchy that exists in the NFL, and the challenges players face when negotiating with owners. 

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Should rap lyrics be allowed to be used by prosecutors as evidence in court? D.L. Hughley breaks it down in a new Long Story Short. 

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"How can you feel in fear of your life when the person is running away from you?" Attorney Ben Crump discusses why the quick arrest of the officers in the Tyre Nichols case should be the blueprint moving forward, why people need to stop justifying unnecessary killings by the police, and whether or not there is incentive to reform policing.

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D.L. Hughley tackles the day's biggest news including Sean Hannity saying cops don't have racial bias, a man who blames Tesla for driving his family off a cliff, and a child who charged $1,000 to his dad's GrubHub account. Rapper Mac Phipps shares his thoughts on using rap lyrics in court based on his own experience.

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D.L. Hughley takes on the day's news including Kamala Harris attending Tyre Nichols's funeral, college campuses selling Plan B in vending machines, Tom Brady retiring...again, and more mysteries from the Dallas Zoo. Former NFL player Domonique Foxworth discusses the significance of having two Black quarterbacks in the Super Bowl for the first time in history

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D.L. Hughley weighs in on the latest news including Tucker Carlson's rant on statues, the CEO who used an MLK Jr. quote in a layoff email, and the Ohio couple offering a Nazi homeschooling. Grammy award-winning singer, songwriter and producer PJ Morton shares why performing is his favorite artform.

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D.L. Hughley and attorney Ben Crump discuss the police killing of Tyre Nichols and the precedent set by the swift arrests of the five Black police officers. Ibram X. Kendi & Nic Stone discuss why it is important to give yourself grace when learning how to be antiracist.

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Former President of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund Sherrilyn Ifill discusses why she decided to step down from her position at the nonprofit organization, why she considers the U.S. to be a "teenage" democracy, and how the current Supreme Court affirmative action case is different from previous ones.

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Wanda Sykes tackles the over-ticketing of poor communities and why the government needs to stop using people as its "take a penny jar."

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"There's a lot of different ways to protest. Why is your way, live in a tree house 80 feet up and drop s**t in a paper bag?" Roy Wood Jr. visits the "forest defenders" who are actively protesting the construction of Atlanta's "Cop City."

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Wanda Sykes reports on Meta allowing Trump back on Facebook and Instagram, the new AI app that allows users to chat with Hitler, museums giving mummies a new name, and the Missouri bill that would ban critical race theory. Former President of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund Sherrilyn Ifill discusses why she decided to step down from her position from the non-profit organization

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Wanda Sykes covers the latest news, including the US and Germany sending tanks to Ukraine, and the FDA creating new regulations on how much lead is allowed in baby food. Actress Nia Long discusses working with the legendary Eddie Murphy in "You People"

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Wanda Sykes covers Splash Mountain's closing, the 2023 Oscar nominations, classified documents found in the home of Mike Pence, and Taylor Swift fans watching the Ticketmaster hearing. Columnist for The Nation and "Pro: Reclaiming Abortion Rights" author Katha Pollitt discusses how the Dobbs decision empowered more women to support abortion rights.

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Wanda Sykes covers the latest news, including Trump's awkward eulogy at Diamond's funeral, more classified documents found in President Biden's home, the Church of England blessing same sex marriage but not allowing same sex weddings in the church, and a ridiculous oil and gas commercial. Comedian Mike Epps discusses working with legendary women on "The Upshaws."

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Why are men so against going to therapy? Leslie Jones dives deep into the issue.

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“The Supreme Court doesn’t get the last word. We do.” President and CEO of Planned Parenthood Alexis McGill Johnson discusses the impact the Dobbs decision has had on reproductive rights, shares the number of health care services Planned Parenthood provides beyond abortion care, and explains why men may be the fastest growing users of Planned Parenthood.

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Leslie Jones covers the latest news, including George Santos stealing from a disabled veteran’s dying dog, universities banning TikTok, TSA confiscating a record number of guns, and the U.S. suffering from an egg shortage.

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Leslie Jones discusses Stephen A. Smith's lame apology to Rihanna after he compared her to Beyonce, and the "extraordinary measures" the U.S. Treasury's is taking to avoid hitting the debt ceiling. Radio host and author Charlamagne Tha God discusses why he believes men are so afraid of therapy.

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Leslie Jones covers the latest news, including George Santos stealing from a disabled veterans dying dog, the University of Texas banning TikTok, TSA confiscating a record number of mostly loaded guns, and the U.S. suffering from an egg shortage. President and CEO of Planned Parenthood Alexis McGill Johnson discusses the impact the Dobbs decision has had on reproductive rights, shares the number of healthcare services Planned Parenthood provides beyond abortion care, and why men may be the fastest growing users of Planned Parenthood.

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Leslie Jones starts her run as guest host with coverage of the classified documents found in Biden's home and Boston's accidentally erotic Martin Luther King Jr. statue. Actor Morris Chestnut stops by to discuss, "The Best Man: The Final Chapters." 

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Stop the Steal: It’s the rallying cry of Trump supporters and election deniers who believe the 2020 election was stolen from them. In the final episode of Jordan Klepper Fingers the Conspiracy, Jordan dives into a theory about Italian satellites that led to a Biden win and the crack team that is working to set the record straight: an unidentified lawyer, a real estate agent, and Donald Trump’s second wife, Marla Maples.

Jordan breaks down the details with investigative journalist Eric Levai, Pennsylvania Attorney General and Governor-Elect Josh Shapiro, and Supreme Court expert Dahlia Lithwick, who explains the Supreme Court cases that are currently being heard about voting rights, and what’s at stake. 

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Conservatives in America have a habit of citing Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to score a variety of political points. Some have even used his words to undermine antiracist education and critical race theory. In this episode, Dr. Ibram X. Kendi and Daily Show writer Randall Otis join host Roy Wood Jr. to discuss how conservatives pervert MLK’s words, why he’s so central to America’s civil rights education, and how to properly honor his legacy. 

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“To all the outraged conservatives trying to drag drag through the mud: Open a history book.” Dulcé Sloan chats about the history of drag, which dates all the way back to ancient civilizations. 

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Michael Kosta visits the training facility for Team Liquid to find out why esports (competitive video gaming) are so popular.

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“There's way more work that goes into the onion ring, but anything that's classy and of value is going to require more work.” - Dulcé Sloan

“You're telling me that you would rather, in your life, hot battered grease over onions than a delicious, freshly cut crinkled or curly potato. Because you're giving up all types of fries.” - Josh Johnson

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

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Last term, the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, limited the EPA’s ability to regulate carbon emissions, and kicked gun issues back to the state level, overruling years of precedent and going against public opinion. Roy Wood Jr. sits down with Daily Show supervising producer and writer Zhubin Parang, ACLU legal director, David Cole and editor of SCOTUSBlog, James Romoser to discuss what Americans can expect from this new term, how justices could be held accountable for their rulings, and what it would take to course-correct and see a judiciary that is more closely aligned with public opinion. 

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It’s been a Fox News obsession for almost two years now: Hunter Biden’s laptop. But now that Republicans have retaken the House, Rep. James Comer and the House Oversight Committee are prepared to launch a full investigation into the laptop…except no one seems to know where the laptop is. In this episode, Jordan sits down with Deputy Director of Rapid Response from Media Matters For America, Andrew Lawrence, who breaks down the beginnings of this conspiracy theory. Jordan is later joined by Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-VA) from the House Oversight Committee who discusses his approach to the upcoming investigation. Later, journalist, author, and former MSNBC host Tiffany Cross offers her ideas on how the media should be fairly and accurately covering this case.

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Femtech can help women track everything about their bodies, from pregnancy to periods to kegel exercises. But what are they doing with your data? Desi Lydic investigates these snatch snitchers. 

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The World Cup has come to an end, but feuds off the field are just heating up, especially between former USMNT coach Gregg Berhalter and Danielle and Claudio Reyna, parents of snubbed U.S. soccer player Gio Reyna. Daily Show writer Joe Opio and lighting designer George Gountas, our in-house soccer experts, break down the drama and even make their casting picks for the Hollywood movie that will surely come out about this. They pay tribute to the Brazilian soccer legend Pelé, Joe recaps his trip to Qatar with royalty, and George fills us in on why he almost missed the World Cup Final.

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One year after the January 6 insurrection at the Capitol, Roy Wood Jr. sits down with Daily Show contributor Jordan Klepper and MSNBC host Chris Hayes to discuss the aftermath of the riot, how conservative media and the GOP rewrote the narrative, and whether American democracy will survive.

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“Hotels edge out because sometimes hotels got a pool, hotels got a gym, hotels have a bar. A hotel can have a business center which is just a room with a printer.” - Dulcé Sloan

“There are some places that you want to go where the hotel is going to be quite a drive from where you actually want to hang out, whereas an Airbnb has the ability to be much closer to the things that you want to do” - Josh Johnson

It’s hotels vs. Airbnbs this week on Hold Up with Daily Show correspondent Dulcé Sloan and writer Josh Johnson. #DailyShow #HoldUp #Podcast

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Ronny Chieng discovers the potential power of poop in his meeting with Bill Gates. 

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If Donald Trump is still allegedly the president, does that also mean he’s in charge of the military? According to MAGA rally goers, yes. Jordan Klepper dives deeper into conspiracy theories surrounding the military with Paul Szoldra, the editor of The Ruck, a weekly newsletter focused on defense and national security. They discuss theories like Jade Helm, how servicemembers react to conspiracy theories, and how high-ranking officials like General Michael Flynn abuse their credibility to spread them. They are joined by Dr. Amy Cooter of Middlebury College who breaks down her research on militia groups like the Oath Keepers, the overlap between members and veterans, and how militias approach “defending” their country.

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Embracing the early bird special, signing up for AARP and falling victim to online scams? Young people are acting older these days and Lewis Black is mad about it. 

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We got Jordan Klepper and Roy Wood Jr. to watch their 2015 piece on police anti-bias training and ever so gently roast each other. 

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“I promised you I wouldn’t make a slave movie. This is a freedom movie.” Academy Award-winning actor Will Smith discusses playing one of the most famous unknown people from American history in “Emancipation,” why he chose to work on this project, and how he’s spent the last year since the Oscars incident.

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Actor and producer Ed Helms discusses the success of working with one of the largest Native American writing rooms on “Rutherford Falls,” how it feels to be back in The Daily Show studio, and his anything-goes approach to comedy. 

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“When you wake up at those early hours.. that's the billionaire millionaire type lifestyle right there. Where you just have so much done while other people are still waking up.” - Josh Johnson

“Our early birds have given us function, but our night owls are giving us design and fun.” - Dulcé Sloan

It’s early birds vs. night owls this week on Hold Up with Daily Show correspondent Dulcé Sloan and writer Josh Johnson. 

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Trevor reflects on his grandma's legacy. 

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The porn industry and sex work is often stigmatized, but adult performers face racism, discrimination, and pay disparities within the industry. Host Roy Wood Jr. sits down with Daily Show segment director Stacey Angeles, and adult entertainers and co-creators of the adult film production company, Royal Fetish Films, Jet Setting Jasmine and King Noire to discuss how the porn industry perpetuates racist stereotypes and capitalizes on racist film titles, how consumers can hold companies accountable, and what constitutes a sexual “fantasy.”

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Jordan Klepper has heard a lot of 9/11 conspiracy theories at Trump rallies, including this shiny emerald: Osama bin Laden was a CIA operative named Tim Ossman. Together with Dr. Joan Donovan, research director of Harvard’s Shorenstein Center on Media, Politics and Public Policy, Jordan unpacks how the early days of the internet and social media have shaped 9/11 conspiracy theories that are still popping up in more places than rallies two decades later. They are joined by veteran and filmmaker Korey Rowe who co-produced “Loose Change,” one of the first viral conspiracy theory films on 9/11. They discuss the legacy of the film, how the right wing has weaponized conspiracy theories for political gain, and what conversations we should be having about the role of the media. 

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Ever heard about “Jingle Bells”’s more sinister history? Or the triumph of the first Black mall Santa? Roy Wood, Jr. has the scoop in this special Christmas CP Time.

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Ronny Chieng on why climate change is making Christmas the worst holiday ever.

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“I choose to be happy.” Emmy award winner Sheryl Lee Ralph shares her secret to staying motivated in her acting career journey, the reason fans connect to “Abbott Elementary” weekly, and her unexpected decision to make the Christmas album, “Sleigh.” 

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“As someone who believes in whimsy, as someone who loves wonder, as someone who believes that a childhood has some magic in it, I think that Santa is a good starter lesson.”  - Josh Johnson

“Lesson in what? Adults will lie to you?” - Dulcé Sloan

In this Holiday themed episode of Hold Up, Daily Show correspondent Dulcé Sloan and writer Josh Johnson debate whether parents should tell their kids the truth about Santa Claus or not?

Hold Up is a podcast from The Daily Show. Check out more episodes wherever you get your podcasts or YouTube.com/TheDailyShow

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“Democracy requires, by definition, getting along with people who don’t agree with you.” Former President Barack Obama discusses why he believes the youth turnout made all the difference in Democratic victories in the midterms; how globalization, disinformation, and the media infrastructure are contributing to the weakening of democracy globally; and what advice he has for Trevor after The Daily Show.

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The pandemic has produced many new successful markets: Zoom, sweatpants, and haunted dolls. Michael Kosta dives into the niche market of haunted dolls to find out what all the hype is about. 

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It’s one of the weirder things Jordan Klepper has heard at Trump rallies: Democrats are drinking the blood of children to get their daily adrenochrome fix. What is adrenochrome, and how did Hillary Clinton get involved? Jordan sits down with Matt Gertz, Senior Fellow for Media Matters for America and Elise Wang, an assistant professor at California State University, Fullerton. Together, they unravel this conspiracy theory that begins in the Middle Ages, pops up in the 2016 election, and makes its way to the non-existent basement of a Washington D.C. pizza shop.

Jordan Klepper Fingers The Conspiracy is a podcast from The Daily Show. Check out more episodes wherever you get your podcasts or YouTube.com/TheDailyShow

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“I had to break out and give myself the opportunity to try to grow creatively.” Gabrielle Union reveals she originally joined “The Inspection” as an executive producer but was asked by writer and director Elegance Bratton to star in the film, describes how this caused her to step out of her comfort zone, and explains why finding the humanity in Bratton’s mother helped her connect with the role. 

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The cannabis industry brings in billions of dollars in legal revenue, with Big Cannabis companies leading the charge. However, cannabis offenders remain incarcerated and federal restrictions prevent them from legally benefitting from this thriving industry. BOWL PAC founder, Justin Strekal, and author of Bending the Arc: My Journey From Prison to Politics, Keeda J. Haynes, join host Roy Wood Jr. to discuss the complicated road to federal cannabis legalization.

Beyond the Scenes is a podcast from The Daily Show. Check out more episodes wherever you get your podcasts or YouTube.com/TheDailyShow

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"One of the strangest phenomena you'll ever experience, if you have the chance, is meeting Barack Obama."

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Twenty-time Grand Slam champion Roger Federer reflects on his 24-year professional tennis career, his emotional final doubles match with Rafael Nadal, and the time security wouldn’t let him into Wimbledon. 

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“I have to believe that human beings are fundamentally curious.” University of North Carolina professor Tressie McMillan Cottom discusses her opinion on Twitter and how she sees its role in our society, how she teaches her students to think critically about the world they live in, and how she believes human beings are fundamentally curious. 

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"That's the nice thing about being South African, our hearts have been pre-broken. We don't have hope." Trevor picks his favorites to win the World Cup.

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Is JFK Jr. still alive? Daily Show contributor and podcast host Jordan Klepper digs deep into this conspiracy theory that’s circulating at Trump rallies and the larger MAGA world. Where did this idea come from? Where is it going? Jordan sits down with journalist and author Will Sommer and political scientist and conspiracy theory expert Joseph Uscinski to trace the JFK Jr. myth back to its QAnon origins.

Jordan Klepper Fingers The Conspiracy is a podcast from The Daily Show. Check out more episodes wherever you get your podcasts or YouTube.com/TheDailyShow

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Writer and comedian Neal Brennan and Trevor Noah discuss the origins of their friendship, how his Netflix special “Blocks” addresses the ways in which he doesn’t fit in, his “sunnier” outlook, and advice for coping with anxiety and depression.

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Issues are real, context is everything, and the world is a lot friendlier than the internet. Trevor shares his biggest lessons learned from The Daily Show, and gives a special shout-out to the fans and the Black women who have shaped his life.

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Trump calls for the termination of the Constitution, Raphael Warnock beats Herschel Walker, Iran is considering abolishing their morality police and Trevor thanks the fans in his final show.

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Trevor ends his seven-year-run as host of The Daily Show with fond farewells from his correspondents and a chat with comedian Neal Brennan about his Netflix special "Blocks."

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The World Cup Round of 16 has come to an end and the quarter-finals are just around the corner. Daily Show writer Joe Opio and lighting designer George Gountas, our in-house soccer experts, break down the highlights and upsets from the Round of 16, and make their predictions for the quarter-finals. They chat about the pressure of the penalty kick, Brazil’s victory dance, and what Cristiano Ronaldo’s benching means for Portugal.

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Raphael Warnock wins the Georgia Senate runoff, Zelenskyy earns Time Magazine’s Person of the Year, China retracts its zero-covid policies and tennis legend Roger Federer stops by.

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The Trump organization is found guilty of tax fraud and other financial crimes, Spain and Switzerland are knocked out of the World Cup. Broadcaster and Pro Football Hall of Famer Michael Strahan stops by to talk about his new podcast, American Football, and actor Sheryl Lee Ralph joins us discussing, "Abbott Elementary."

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Trump calls for certain parts of the Constitution to be terminated, the U.S. is out of the World Cup and New York Times columnist and University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill associate professor Tressie McMillan Cottom stops by.

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Qatar bans rainbow imagery at the World Cup, Japanese fans help clean up the stadium, and some coaches rely on translators to get their point across.

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“I’ve been a public servant for my entire life. I just haven’t been a politician.” Maryland’s first Black governor-elect Wes Moore shares why he chose to campaign in areas that had few Democrats, what he believes “patriotism” really means, and how his life experiences influenced him to focus on building pathways for “work, wages, and wealth” for Marylanders.

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The GOP criticize Trump for his dinner with Kanye and Nick Fuentes, Elon beefs with Apple, Herschel Walker makes an incoherent speech on walls, and the Royals take on America. Here's what you missed this week. 

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The World Cup group stages are over. Next stop: the knockout round. Daily Show writer Joe Opio and lighting designer George Gountas, our in-house soccer experts, break down the drama from the first batch of games, and look ahead to the round of 16. How deep of a run can Team USA make? What are the odds of a Ronaldo-Messi final? And who’s favored to win it all?

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William and Kate's U.S. visit is overshadowed by Lady Susan Hussey resigning, Elon Musk's Neuralink is almost ready for human trials and Governor-Elect Wes Moore talks about being the first black governor of Maryland.

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Herschel Walker struggles to make a coherent point about walls, Spotify Wrapped has dropped and Twitter ends its Covid misinformation policy. Filmmaker Ondi Timoner discusses "Last Flight Home," and actor Gabrielle Union talks about her movie "The Inspection."

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Elon Musk picks a fight with Apple, Donald Trump faces fallout from his dinner with Nick Fuentes, and actor Pam Grier talks about sharing her life story on the TCM podcast "The Plot Thickens."

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Trump has an "accidental" dinner party with Kanye West and Nick Fuentes, the people of China have had enough of the country's strict Covid lockdowns and Will Smith talks about his new film "Emancipation." 

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Grammy Award-winning rap legend Nas discusses his new album “King’s Disease III,” his past beef with Jay-Z, what he hopes for hip-hop in the future, and the reason he decided to dive into the documentary world. 

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Falcon, War Machine, Cyborg, and most famously, Black Panther. Roy Wood Jr. dives into the history of Black superheroes, from their first appearance in 1936 to the modern heroes we know and love today.

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Thuso Mbedu opens up about what it was like to work with Viola Davis in “The Woman King,” why she decided to pursue acting from a social impact standpoint, and what she hopes to achieve with her new production deal with Paramount+.

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It’s the holidays, and that only means one thing: shopping. Desi Lydic investigates the insane event of Black Friday that we know and love today. 

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From an African-American Pilgrim to the advent of mac and cheese, black people have been involved in Thanksgiving from the beginning. Roy Wood, Jr. explains.

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Embracing the early bird special, signing up for AARP and falling victim to online scams? Young people are acting older these days and Lewis Black is mad about it. 

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Soccer star Christian Pulisic talks why he’s called “Captain America” and how he’s passing down the love of the game to kids in his hometown. Originally aired: June 16, 2021 

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“I gave everything.” Actor Danai Gurira shares how her line in “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” spoke to the theme of the film in honoring Chadwick Boseman, discusses the power of being in the first Black women-led superhero film released by Marvel Studios, and how training and doing her own fight scenes was central to becoming the warrior Okoye.

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“Democracy requires, by definition, getting along with people who don’t agree with you.” Former President Barack Obama discusses why he believes the youth turnout made all the difference in Democratic victories these midterms, how globalization, disinformation and the media infrastructure are contributing to the weakening of democracy globally, and what advice he has for Trevor after The Daily Show.

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The Democrats keep control of the Senate, Kari Lake denies the Arizona gubernatorial results, Trump announces his presidential bid, and Hershel Walker talks vampires and werewolves. Here’s what happened this week.

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Herschel Walker gives a wild speech about vampires and werewolves, Pelosi will not seek re-election to a House leadership post and former President Barack Obama stops by.

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Trump announces his 2024 run for President with a boring speech, Beyoncé ties husband Jay-Z for most Grammy nominations ever and actor Jonathan Majors talks about his role in the movie "Devotion."

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Taylor Swift breaks Ticketmaster, the world population officially passes eight billion and actor Danai Gurira talks about "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever."

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The Democrats keep the Senate, Jeff Bezos gives his Courage and Civility $100M award to Dolly Parton and Grammy Award-winning rapper Nas talks about his album "King's Disease III."

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“The difference between comedy and horror is the music.” “Nope” director Jordan Peele chats with Trevor about how the comedy part of his career is still active in his horror projects, why he thinks it’s important to feel fear, and why the unseen is the scariest part about his new Spotify Original audio horror series, “Quiet Part Loud.” 

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When most people think of governors, they think of old white men in mansions. Roy Wood Jr. investigates the history of Black governors, including P.B.S. Pinchback, Douglas Wilder, Deval Patrick, and David Paterson. 

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Oprah turns on Dr. Oz just before the midterms, the Daily Show correspondents provide Election Day coverage, Republicans don't get the red wave they expected, and Twitter faces a blue check fiasco. Here’s what happened this week.

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Colorado is likely to decriminalize shrooms, Vogue sues Drake and 21 Savage for using a mock-up of them on their cover and filmmaker Jordan Peele discusses "Wendell & Wild" and "Nope" and his podcast "Quiet Part Loud."

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The Republicans "Red Wave" turned out to be a puddle, abortion rights had a major win in several states and The Atlantic's Mark Leibovich discusses his book "Thank You for Your Servitude."

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Daily Show contributor Jordan Klepper knows the typical rally mottos. In his new podcast, "Jordan Klepper Fingers the Conspiracy", Jordan is diving into the wildest conspiracy theories pitched to him at Trump Rallies and is determined to trace down whether or not they’re true (they’re not). Join Jordan in finding out more about theories like The Deep State, Pizzagate, and Tim, which is apparently Osama Bin Laden’s real name. Listen to new episodes every Wednesday wherever you get your podcasts, and watch the Jordan Klepper Fingers the Midterms: America Unfollows Democracy special on Comedy Central.

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Midterm election coverage from across the country featuring Roy Wood Jr., Michael Kosta, Dulcé Sloan and Desi Lydic, the history of America’s Black governors and Thuso Mbedu discusses her role in the film, “The Woman King.”

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Oprah turns on Dr. Oz, Elon Musk fires and rehires half of the Twitter staff and comedian Gabriel Iglesias chats about his Netflix stand-up special "Stadium Fluffy."

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"Voting rights, voting access, is about who gets to show up. Election outcomes – that's up to the voters. But access is the responsibility of government." Democratic nominee for Georgia governor Stacey Abrams discusses her candidacy, how she distinguishes herself from her opponent Brian Kemp, and the reason she fights for all eligible Georgians' right to vote.

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“I think about who’s ready and who’s fit to serve to represent them in the United States Senate, and I believe that at the end of the day, Georgians are gonna get it right.” Senator Raphael Warnock, a senior pastor at Ebenezer Baptist Church, discusses the vast differences between himself and his Republican opponent Herschel Walker, and explains how working across the aisle with Republican Senators Ted Cruz and Marco Rubio benefits the people of Georgia.

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MAGA world floats Pelosi conspiracies, midterm attack ads are filled with lies, and Biden and Obama warn that democracy is at risk. Here’s what happened this week. 

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Barack Obama hits the campaign trail ahead of the 2022 midterms, Desi Lydic and Roy Wood Jr. host a high-octane voting contest, and NBA star Dominique Wilkins sits down with Trevor.

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Attack ads flood the airwaves ahead of the 2022 midterms, Roy Wood Jr. tries to create a hip-hop hit to encourage voting, and Trevor sits down with Georgia Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock.

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Elon Musk's Twitter takeover gets off to a rocky start, Dulcé Sloan discusses the richness of Atlanta's Black culture with Bem Joiner, and Grammy-winning artist T-Pain chats with Trevor.

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The Daily Show kicks off a week in Atlanta before Georgia's midterm elections, Michael Kosta explores the city's hot spots, and Trevor interviews Georgia governor candidate Stacey Abrams.

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Halloween is the most expensive holiday after Christmas, and Desi Lydic is going to investigate this beloved holiday, from its Celtic origins to trick-or-treating to the raging parties we know today. 

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Actor Elizabeth Banks discusses her film “Call Jane” about The Jane Collective of Chicago, which provided abortion health care pre-Roe v. Wade, the dangers and desperate situations people find themselves in when they don’t want to be pregnant, and her goal to destigmatize abortion procedures. 

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Rishi Sunak becomes UK’s Prime Minister, Kari Lake is the latest MAGA favorite, John Fetterman and Dr. Oz face off in their first debate, and Rihanna releases new music. Here’s what happened this week.

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Vladimir Putin might drop a dirty bomb in Ukraine, Ronny Chieng argues about Halloween with random strangers, and actor Diane Kruger discusses her children's book "A Name from the Sky."

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Pennsylvania Senate candidates John Fetterman and Dr. Mehmet Oz square off in a debate, Desi Lydic explores the origins of Halloween, and Elizabeth Banks discusses her movie "Call Jane."

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Trevor highlights Arizona's ultra-MAGA governor candidate Kari Lake, OpenAI Chief Technology Officer Mira Murati discusses DALL-E, and actor Ralph Macchio talks about his memoir "Waxing On."

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In his new half hour special "In The Daily Show with Trevor Noah Presents: Jordan Klepper Fingers the Midterms - America Unfollows Democracy", Jordan goes back on the campaign trail before the midterms to find out who’s defending America’s elections, who is denying them, and just how civil we can keep America’s next civil war.

The full special airs November 1 at 11:30pm/10:30pm CT on Comedy Central, and will be available to stream on Paramount+, The Daily Show’s YouTube Channel, CC.com, Comedy Central Apps and VOD starting November 2.

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Rishi Sunak is poised to become Britain's new prime minister, Jordan Klepper probes Americans about the likelihood of civil war, and actor John David Washington discusses "The Piano Lesson."

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"I was never beefing with Kanye West, I was concerned about Kanye West." Trevor on his "beef" with Ye. 

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Spanish words over dancehall music? That's too sexy to handle. Dulcé Sloan dives deep into the history of Reggaeton from pioneer El General to current mainstream artists like Karol G and Luis Fonsi.

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American transparency activist Chelsea Manning discusses pulling off one of the largest intelligence leaks in history, copying government files onto CDs with band names to avoid being caught and writing “README.txt” to be more of a coming of age story.

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BTS joins the South Korean military, the 2022 midterms prove to have some of the wildest campaign ads yet, MacKenzie Scott donates $85 Million to the Girl Scouts, and Liz Truss resigns as UK’s Prime Minister. Here’s what happened this week. 

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U.K. Prime Minister Liz Truss resigns in record time, new research is published about the physical effects of long COVID and Tyler James Williams discusses his show "Abbott Elementary."

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MacKenzie Scott donates nearly $85 million to the Girl Scouts, slap fighting becomes an official sport, and singer-songwriter Brandi Carlile talks about her album "In the Canyon Haze."

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Trevor examines wild political ads, journalist Soledad O'Brien discusses "The Rebellious Life of Mrs. Rosa Parks" and Amy Schumer talks about the return of her show Inside Amy Schumer.

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Georgia Senate candidate Herschel Walker flashes a phony police badge during a debate, Dulcé Sloan highlights the history of Reggaeton, and Chelsea Manning discusses her memoir "README.txt."

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s divorce started as a celebrity scandal, but has evolved into a larger discussion surrounding the harassment many women face when trying to leave a relationship. In this episode, host Roy Wood Jr. sits down with Daily Show writer Christiana Mbakwe-Medina and journalist Rachel Louise Snyder to discuss how The Daily Show has covered this topic, the many types of violence women endure on a daily basis, and the lengths women go to in order to feel safe. 

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The most pressing issue leading up to the midterm elections is…a paper shortage? Desi Lydic investigates.

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“We break bread to build bridges.” Bronx-based culinary collective founders Jon Gray, Pierre Serrao, and Lester Walker – otherwise known as Ghetto Gastro – discuss making high vibrational dishes, using food as a vehicle to tell stories, and why conscious cuisine is the future of food.

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Kanye West makes anti-Semitic comments, Biden proposes gig workers be given employee benefits, Trump gets subpoenaed by the January 6 committee, and a jury orders Alex Jones to pay nearly $1 billion to Sandy Hook parents. Here’s what happened this week.

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What’s a better way to stay in shape: exercise bikes or actual bikes? A sunny day and a scenic route gives you the full, bike riding experience. But wouldn’t it be better to have a Peloton to use in the comfort of your own home? Daily Show correspondent Dulcé Sloan and Daily Show writer Josh Johnson debate the two primary forms of cycling. 

Hold Up with Dulcé Sloan and Josh Johnson is a new podcast from The Daily Show. Check out more episodes of Hold Up wherever you get your podcasts.

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The January 6 Committee subpoenas Donald Trump, Trump's special master (Michael Kosta) suffers through a thankless job, and "Black Adam" star Quintessa Swindell sits down with Trevor.

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John Fetterman faces questions about his health, Desi Lydic investigates America's paper shortage, and Ghetto Gastro's Jon Gray, Pierre Serrao and Lester Walker talk "Black Power Kitchen."

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Trevor covers racism from high-profile Americans, Desi Lydic reports on a pro-Russia cyberattack on U.S. airport websites, and former D.C. cop Michael Fanone discusses "Hold the Line."

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We’re taking a look back at some of the best guest experts on Beyond the Scenes, from members of Congress to medical professions, even professional singer/songwriters. First, Roy sits down with Congresswoman Jackie Speier to discuss the Pink Tax and the challenges of being a female consumer. He’s also joined by doctor of nursing, Dr. Christopher Friese to discuss how nurses are managing during the pandemic. Lastly, Roy chats with Singer-songwriter Aloe Blacc about the rise of music streaming and how it’s leaving artists shortchanged.

Beyond The Scenes is a podcast from The Daily Show with Trevor Noah. Check out more episodes wherever you get your podcasts or YouTube.com/TheDailyShow

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"I'm looking forward to living a little more, expressing a little more, growing a little more, and trying new things." Trevor Noah on what's next for him after The Daily Show. 

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Actor Constance Wu chats about why she made the stylistic choice to write “scenes” in her memoir, the reason she took a step back from Hollywood, and why the Asian-American community should focus more on “whole human representation.” 

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Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Maggie Haberman discusses “Confidence Man,” her comprehensive book about the making of Donald Trump, the former president’s obsession with media attention, and the intensifying clash between Trump and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. 

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Kim K Gets a $1.3 million dollar fine for promoting crypto, Iranian women and students continue to fight the morality police, and House of Dragon fans complain the show is “too dark." Here's a look at what happened this week. 

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Would you want a blinged out smile like Lil Wayne, or a chain as flashy as Flavor Flav’s? Daily Show correspondent Dulcé Sloan and Daily Show writer Josh Johnson debate over the better piece of jewelry: grillz or chains. They discuss the importance of using precious metals, proper sizing, and the likelihood of either piece of jewelry getting snatched.

Hold Up with Dulcé Sloan and Josh Johnson is a new podcast from The Daily Show. Check out more episodes of Hold Up wherever you get your podcasts.

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President Biden pardons thousands of marijuana possession convicts, Desi Lydic Fox-splains GOP Senate hopeful Herschel Walker, and actor Constance Wu talks about her memoir "Making a Scene."

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New York Yankees star Aaron Judge makes home run history, Ronny Chieng gets a hard lesson in professional pillow fighting, and journalist Maggie Haberman discusses her book "Confidence Man."

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Iranian women protest their country's brutal regime, Trevor highlights GOP Georgia Senate candidate Herschel Walker, and Congresswoman Cori Bush discusses her book "The Forerunner."

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Vladimir Putin illegally annexes several regions in Ukraine, The Right Stuff dating app caters to conservatives, and Cliff "Method Man" Smith talks about his movie "On the Come Up."

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Beyoncé and Drake released house music albums this year, leaving fans confused by their shift from pop-soul sounds to dance beats. Despite popular belief, house music comes from the the 70s disco era and fostered a safe space for Black and queer folk to feel true liberation. Daily Show producer, Chelsea Williamson, house music great, DJ Derrick Carter, and music scholar and writer, Craig Seymour, join host Roy Wood Jr. to discuss the forgotten origins of house music. 

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The signature elements of K-Pop? Next level dance choreography and being Asian. Ronny Chieng digs into how K-Pop is used to boost Korea's cultural profile and economy, and its worldwide impact today.

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“In that moment, I was not, as a journalist or as a woman, going to put a headscarf on and somehow bind myself…” CNN’s chief international anchor Christiane Amanpour discusses the recent protests in Iran following the death of a 22-year-old woman who was detained by the morality police for showing her hair, the qualms Iranian women have with the government, and how the people of Iran want a democracy.

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Hurricane Ian slams Florida, Biden makes a morbid mistake, Rihanna plans to perform at the Super Bowl, and Haberman’s book reveals Trump’s vow to not leave office. Here’s a look at what happened this week. 

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“Because I’ve never really been a pasta person, lasagna’s really the only thing I’ve liked because it’s very difficult to make” - Dulcé Sloan “The simple fact that you’re half a measurement away from making bad lasagna at all times is why spaghetti is superior.” - Josh Johnson It’s lasagna vs. spaghetti, two Italian culinary heavyweights, this week on Hold Up with Daily Show correspondent Dulcé Sloan and writer Josh Johnson.

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Trevor delivers a special message to The Daily Show audience, reflects on the toxicity of online discourse, and supermodel Iman discusses her involvement in the documentary "Supreme Models."

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Class 4 Hurricane Ian lands in Florida, Kevin Matthew Kelp (Michael Kosta) investigates a nefarious ice cream truck conspiracy, and Mark Cuban discusses "Shark Tank" and Cost Plus Drugs.

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Russia coerces Ukrainians into voting in favor of joining the Russian Federation, Ronny Chieng teaches a class on K-pop, and William MacAskill discusses his book "What We Owe the Future."

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“Fame wasn’t really a currency in that way”. Trevor on how his grandma and his fellow South Africans treat celebrities differently than in America

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GOP candidate J.R. Majewski appears to lie about his military service, Christiane Amanpour discusses her interview with Iran's president, and Tyler Perry talks about "A Jazzman's Blues."

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Books are being banned from schools and public libraries at alarming rates, and stories from LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC authors are disproportionately being pulled from shelves. How do book bans harm learning and access to information? What do these challenges say about the American educational system? Deborah Caldwell-Stone, Director of the American Library Association's Office for Intellectual Freedom and George M. Johnson, author of the widely challenged book “All Boys Aren’t Blue'' join host Roy Wood Jr. to break down where these book bans are coming from, the political ideology behind them, and how these banned books can help young readers understand complex issues.

Beyond The Scenes is a podcast from The Daily Show with Trevor Noah. Check out more episodes wherever you get your podcasts or YouTube.com/TheDailyShow

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Xolo Maridueña talks about staying “normal” despite his rise to fame, learning to fight for “Cobra Kai,” and being chosen as DC’s Blue Beetle without any audition.

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Texas Democratic gubernatorial candidate and author Beto O’Rourke discusses how the extremism in Texas is reflective of a broken democracy and immigration system, why there’s a need for solutions to the immigration issue rather than reactive stunts, and how dialogue across all political parties is crucial.

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Beckham bids farewell to the Queen, Adnan Syed is freed from prison, Trump is sued by New York's attorney general, and Putin faces heat at home. Here's what you missed this week. 

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What’s the best breakfast food: waffles or pancakes? Daily Show correspondent Dulcé Sloan and Daily Show writer Josh Johnson go head-to-head on appropriate toppings, which has the better texture, and which is worse, a hotel waffle iron or a pancake conveyor belt?

Hold Up with Dulcé Sloan and Josh Johnson is a new podcast from The Daily Show. Check out more episodes of Hold Up wherever you get your podcasts.

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Donald Trump says he can declassify documents with his mind, Dulcé Sloan challenges passersby with dicey questions about education, and "Cobra Kai" star Xolo Maridueña sits down with Trevor.

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Donald Trump faces a surge of legal troubles, Dulcé Sloan meets up with a crew of Black mountaineers, and Texas gubernatorial candidate Beto O'Rourke discusses his book "We've Got to Try."

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A judge overturns the conviction of Adnan Syed, Trevor covers the reaction to Ron DeSantis's decision to fly migrants to Martha's Vineyard, and Jenifer Lewis discusses "Walking in My Joy."

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There's a talking crab in the movie, but people are worried about the color of Ariel's skin? #BetweenTheScenes

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Queen Elizabeth II is officially laid to rest, Roy Wood Jr. highlights trailblazing Black animators, and comedian Sam Morril talks about his Netflix special "Sam Morril: Same Time Tomorrow."

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From hashtag activism to action offline, Black Twitter has been a vehicle for real change. Host Roy Wood Jr. chats with author of the book, Black AF: The Un-Whitewashed Story of America, Michael Harriot and Professor of Media Studies at Northeastern University, Meredith D. Clark about how Black Twitter has changed the narrative around policing, its influence on elections, how Black Twitter bailed Michael out of jail, and why Roy has a 36-hour tweet rule.

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George Stephanopoulos discusses advising ABC News embedded reporters covering the midterms in new weekly docu-series, “Power Trip,” why he believes Democracy is “on a knife edge,” and standing up for the truth in journalism in an ever-growing world of election and fact deniers. 

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Author Jennette McCurdy discusses how her relationship with her mother is far more common among child stars than is known, why she believes the message in her memoir “I’m Glad My Mom Died” is worth sharing despite potential backlash, and her return to the entertainment industry as a writer, podcaster, and director.

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King Charles throws a fit over leaky pens, Ron DeSantis sends migrants to Martha’s Vineyard, and “The Little Mermaid” spurs racist comments. Here’s what happened this week. 

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Trevor gives a rapid rundown of the news, Michael Kosta quizzes New Yorkers about the latest popular celebrity quotes, and George Stephanopoulos discusses his docuseries "Power Trip."

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Trevor covers the complicated aftermath of Queen Elizabeth II's death, King Charles III begins his reign on a petulant note, and Jennette McCurdy discusses her memoir "I'm Glad My Mom Died."

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"What a strange relationship my gran has with the queen." #BetweenTheScenes

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Sherri Shepherd talks about moving to New York City for her new daytime show “Sherri,” giving stand-up comedians exposure, and running toward the things that scare her.

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The number of white Brooklyn residents has increased over the years while Black residents have been displaced. Host Roy Wood Jr. sits down with Daily Show segment producer, Jordana Hemingway and urban planner and Pratt Institute professor, Ronald Shiffman to discuss how gentrification directly impacts the displacement of people and culture, the relationship between gentrification and policing, and how people moving into Brooklyn neighborhoods can be part of responsible change. 

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It’s New York Fashion Week, the semi-annual event where designers show off their collections so that fast fashion can decide what to steal. Desi Lydic recounts how Fashion Week became the staple it is today.

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Secretary of Labor Marty Walsh shares his perspective on the current U.S. labor market, discusses what U.S. companies can learn from how workers are trained and treated in other countries, and offers his antidote to “quiet quitting.”

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The Royal Family announces Queen Elizabeth's death, the UK gets a new Prime Minister, Steve Bannon gets indicted, and Apple announces the iPhone 14. Here's what you missed this week.

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Queen Elizabeth II dies at age 96, Desi Lydic Fox-splains the FBI search for documents at Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago residence, and U.S. Secretary of Labor Marty Walsh sits down with Trevor.

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Russia flirts with nuclear disaster in Ukraine, Desi Lydic dives into New York Fashion Week, and British Vogue editor-in-chief Edward Enninful discusses his memoir "A Visible Man."

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A Florida judge gives Donald Trump a "special master" assist, Michael Kosta has a serious talk about small talk, and comedian Sherri Shepherd chats about her daytime talk show "Sherri."

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Does Trevor miss wearing his hoodies?

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The cannabis industry brings in billions of dollars in legal revenue, with Big Cannabis companies leading the charge. However, cannabis offenders remain incarcerated and federal restrictions prevent them from legally benefitting from this thriving industry. BOWL PAC founder, Justin Strekal, and author of Bending the Arc: My Journey From Prison to Politics, Keeda J. Haynes, join host Roy Wood Jr. to discuss the complicated road to federal cannabis legalization. More Beyond the Scenes: http://podcasts.iheartradio.com/5VF7TkWF?sid=soc 

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“It is my job to show people what’s happening in the world, and not just what they want to see.” MSNBC primetime host Alex Wagner discusses how she hopes to get through to people who may not agree with her on her new show “Alex Wagner Tonight,” how what’s happening in Florida is a model for what’s happening across the country, and why she says the Republican Party and Democratic Party are in a marriage, for better or worse.

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Ice cream. Vacations. Long walks on the beach. Ronny Chieng f**king hates it all. Summer is the worst season. Prove him wrong. 

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McLaren Formula 1 Driver Daniel Ricciardo shares a “shoey” with Trevor while chatting about the documentary series “Drive to Survive” and preparing for the new circuit at the Miami Grand Prix. 

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What is the best comfort food: chicken soup or tomato soup? Daily Show correspondent Dulcé Sloan and Daily Show writer Josh Johnson debate which soup is more healing, what should definitely not go in a chicken soup recipe, and what counts as tomato soup. (Hint: most everything with tomatoes counts as tomato soup, according to Josh.) More Hold Up with Dulcé Sloan & Josh Johnson: https://podcasts.iheartradio.com/HoldUp

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Actress Nathalie Emmanuel discusses the differences between American Nathalie and English Nathalie, the emotional journey of cutting her hair, and what she would do in her character’s place in her new film “The Invitation.”

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In the 90's, consultants pitched the idea of overdraft fees and they've been causing Americans problems ever since. Here's a look at the history of these fees and how they continue to screw people over in another edition of If You Don't Know, Now You Know.

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Sterling K. Brown talks about wanting to stay in shape to play with his kids, his experience playing a mega-church pastor and working with Regina Hall in his new film, “Honk For Jesus. Save Your Soul.”

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Spaceships. Lasers. It’s the military in space! Ronny Chieng heads to the Pentagon to find out what Space Force, the sixth and coolest branch of the military, does.

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From the One Drop Rule to low essence media stereotypes, America continues to attempt to fit Blackness into a box. This has led to Black folks policing their own Blackness and divisions based on colorism and ethnic backgrounds. Daily Show writer Ashton Womack, and Yaba Blay, author of the book One Drop: Shifting the Lens on Race, join Host Roy Wood Jr. to attempt to define Blackness as an ideology and open up about moments when they didn’t feel “Black enough.” More Beyond the Scenes: http://podcasts.iheartradio.com/5VF7TkWF?sid=soc 

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“I need to sort me out first.” Actor and producer John Boyega discusses portraying a Marine Veteran with PTSD in “Breaking”, working with legends Michael K. Williams and Viola Davis, and why he decided to take a break and work on himself just as his career was taking off.

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Elon Musk: part Thomas Edison, part Iron-Man, part annoying dude in the group chat. He's eccentric, terminally online, but also anything but the standard CEO. This is "The Daily Showography of Elon Musk."

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Trump creates a litany of excuses for the FBI raid, Liz Cheney gets crushed in the Wyoming Republican primary, and Trump’s CFO pleads guilty to tax fraud. Here’s what happened this week.

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The Trump Organization's CFO pleads guilty to tax fraud, Dulcé Sloan and Kerri Colby tackle the GOP's anti-drag queen obsession, and Miss Universe 2021 Harnaaz Sandhu sits down with Trevor.

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GOP Congresswoman Liz Cheney loses her primary race in Wyoming, Trevor examines the origin and impact of bank overdraft fees, and actor John Boyega discusses his movie "Breaking."

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Flash flooding wreaks havoc in Las Vegas, The Daily Show examines the life of Elon Musk, and actor Sterling K. Brown talks about his role in the movie "Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul.

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Donald Trump makes excuses amid revelations he kept top secret documents at Mar-a-Lago, Ronny Chieng examines the U.S. Space Force, and Alex Wagner discusses her show "Alex Wagner Tonight."

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Flight attendants function as first responders in the sky and have to deal with unruly passengers, staff shortages, and flight cancellations. Season 2 of Beyond the Scenes takes flight with host Roy Wood Jr., who chats with Daily Show writer and frequent flier, Kat Radley, and the International President of the Association of Flight Attendants, Sara Nelson. They discuss the drive to unionize Delta flight attendants, how the #MeToo movement impacted the airline industry, and their worst flying experiences. Follow Beyond the Scenes: https://podcasts.iheartradio.com/v0iKH3j7

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Emmy-nominated actor Idris Elba chats about facing off with a CGI lion in “Beast,” DJing in Ibiza, creating an inclusive and natural skincare line with his wife, and being all-around sexy.

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Donald Trump’s Florida home is raided by the FBI, Eric Trump makes a somewhat pathetic excuse for his dad, and Fox News anchors reveal just how fast they’ll turn on law enforcement when things don’t go their way.

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The FBI raids Trump’s Mar-a-Lago home, Trump pleads the fifth and fears a rat in his inner circle, and conservatives turn on law enforcement. Here’s what happened this week.

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Donald Trump reportedly fears an FBI rat in his inner circle, Ronny Chieng asks provocative questions at the beach, and actor Abbi Jacobson talks about her series "A League of Their Own."

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Donald Trump invokes the Fifth Amendment during a deposition in New York, Jordan Klepper visits a Trump rally in Wisconsin, and director Akin Omotoso discusses his movie "Rise."

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The FBI raids Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago residence, Trevor gets help from his audience on how to avoid being cancelled online, and actor Idris Elba discusses his movie "Beast."

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The Senate passes a historic climate and health bill, South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott discusses "America, a Redemption Story," and Nathalie Emmanuel talks about her role in "The Invitation."

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When a bird calling champion is in the audience, make sure they prove it. #BetweenTheScenes

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“We’re constantly being told that there are all of these threats around us, but the threats that the media and the police and certain large corporations want us to be focused on are not the things that actually most determine our safety.” Civil Rights Corps founder and executive director Alec Karakatsanis discusses how liberal publications and politicians are shaping the narrative that supports police funding and “copaganda.”

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The number of Americans with student debt is higher now than ever before. And student debt is a lot like an STD: You can get it by accident in college, but then it follows you around your whole life. Trevor examines how student debt got so out of control in the U.S. and its potential effects lasting to the grave for many older borrowers.

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Biden continues building a portion of Trump's wall, the U.S. kills Al Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri, Kansas votes pro-choice, Beyoncé tweaks her album again, and Brittney Griner found guilty. Here's what you missed this week. 

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Scientists reanimate cells from dead pigs, Michael Kosta hosts another trivia game in Times Square, and actor Amandla Stenberg discusses her horror comedy film "Bodies Bodies Bodies."

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Kansas voters protect abortion rights, America's student debt crisis is putting the squeeze on elderly borrowers, and Ryuji Chua discusses his documentary "How Conscious Can a Fish Be?"

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Nancy Pelosi's Taiwan visit rankles China, civil rights lawyer Alec Karakatsanis discusses his book "Usual Cruelty," and comedian Ms. Pat talks about her series "The Ms. Pat Show."

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President Biden plans to close border wall gaps, Roy Wood Jr. explores the Black origins of house music, and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg discusses U.S. infrastructure challenges.

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What’s the best way to lather up: body wash vs. bar soap. Daily Show correspondent Dulcé Sloan and Daily Show writer Josh Johnson get on their soapboxes to discuss; what’s more hygienic? Washcloth or loofah? Scented or unscented?

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Actor Daniel Kaluuya discusses his “siblance” with co-star Keke Palmer, his mother’s reaction to his shocking Oscars speech and the trust he’s built with director Jordan Peele after working with him on multiple films.

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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 Build Back Better bill, shocking Washington, D.C. and Mitch McConnell. 

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The Justice Department begins investigating Trump for January 6th, Russia pulls out of the International Space Station, and Joe Manchin shocks Washington with a climate change bill compromise. Here's what happened this week.

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America's slowing economy sparks a recession debate, Sen. Joe Manchin reaches an agreement with his fellow Democrats on a climate bill, and Leila Mottley discusses her novel "Nightcrawling."

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House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's planned trip to Taiwan angers China, Ronny Chieng examines the Move Oregon's Border movement, and Rafael A. Mangual discusses his book "Criminal (In)Justice."

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Pope Francis apologizes for Catholic abuse of Indigenous people, Molly Burke discusses her advocacy for the disabled community, and actor Brian Cox talks about his role on "Succession."

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The monkeypox virus officially becomes a global health emergency, Trevor dives into revelations from the eighth January 6 hearing, and Daniel Kaluuya discusses his role in the movie "Nope."

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Trevor reflects on his grandma's legacy. #BetweenTheScenes

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NASA Program Director Gregory Robinson discusses the advancements the James Webb Space Telescope has compared to the Hubble Telescope, and how these space missions reveal important information about our earth, the sun, and the galaxies around us.

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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 president to pressure the V.P. to overturn election results. Plus, Donald Trump may announce a 2024 bid for president to avoid prison.

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

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President Biden tests positive for COVID-19, the January 6 hearings appear to spell trouble for Donald Trump, and artist Blitz Bazawule discusses his novel "The Scent of Burnt Flowers."

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The House passes a sweeping marriage equality bill, Dulcé Sloan examines gender stereotypes in children's books, and comedian Jenny Slate discusses her film "Marcel the Shell with Shoes On."

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

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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 Russia's detainment of Brittney Griner.

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What is Trevor's favorite accent to imitate? #BetweenTheScenes

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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 wage. 

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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. What is this loophole, and how does it affect governing today?

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The Supreme Court ruled that the EPA doesn’t have the authority to protect the environment… so what IS their job now?

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

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On the hottest days of summer, you could go to the beach. Lewis Black discusses why that may not be the best idea.

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

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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 two pillars of hip hop: conscious rap and club bangers. Kendrick Lamar or Drake? J. Cole or Future? Movement music or ratchet beats? Dulcé and Josh leave no stone unturned. 

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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 to help fight back.

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Should trans women be able to compete in women's sport? Trevor and Trans Athlete Rights Expert Veronica Ivy discuss.

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When Black Americans were freed in the southern states and began celebrating the Fourth of July, confederate mobs responded in hostility and banned most of their celebrations. Dulce Sloan unpacks the complicated relationship Black Americans have with Independence Day. 

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Trevor discusses the implications of overturning Roe v. Wade

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“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 State Warriors NBA champion Draymond Green discusses his podcast “The Draymond Green Show,” the misconception of what makes a player “soft,” and how he responds to smack talk from fans.

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

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The Supreme Court severely undermines the EPA, track cycling champion Veronica Ivy discusses transgender athlete rights, and actor Moses Ingram talks about her role on "Obi-Wan Kenobi."

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Sweden and Finland are joining NATO, Desi Lydic examines the origins and evolution of Pride Month, and writer and podcaster Van Lathan Jr. discusses his memoir "Fat, Crazy, and Tired."

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The January 6 Committee hears shocking testimony from former Trump aide Cassidy Hutchinson, and New York City Mayor Eric Adams talks to Trevor about his first six months in office.

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

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Maybe the Constitution should’ve specified “one gun per hand”?

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Dulcé Sloan explores how companies co-opt pride for their own profit during the month of June.

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Over the past year, near-total abortion bans have been instituted across America, including in Texas and Oklahoma. In December 2021, Beyond the Scenes host Roy Wood Jr. sat down with Texas-based OB/GYN and abortion provider, Dr. Ghazaleh Moayedi, to discuss Texas’s new policies. In light of the Supreme Court leak that threatens Roe v. Wade, Dr. Moayedi rejoins Roy and executive director and founder of We Testify, Renee Bracey Sherman, to discuss where abortion rights are headed, how Texans and Oklahomans are already living without the protections of Roe v. Wade, and why voting isn’t the most effective solution for supporting abortion rights. To support Renee Bracey Sherman’s work with We Testify, consider donating: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/wetestify

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The January 6th hearings expose Giuliani’s thirsty calls to state legislators, the Senate reaches its first bipartisan gun bill in three decades, and Chicago PD bans foot chases. Here’s what happened this week.

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

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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 discusses her book "Essential Labor."

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Trevor covers police inaction during the school shooting in Uvalde, TX, Dulcé Sloan examines corporate fear of LGBTQ-friendly ads, and MSNBC's Katy Tur discusses her memoir.

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Kim Kardashian wore Marilyn Monroe's dress and suddenly everyone is an expert on preserving costumes. #BetweenTheScenes

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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 had? That’s the question answered in this next installment of The Daily Show’s biographical film series, “The Daily Showography of Rudy Giuliani: Oozing Greatness.”

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Alex Wagner sits down with Trevor to discuss the value of leading honest conversations during difficult times, how the Daily Show “cinematic universe” finds success in its News Team, and the power optimism has in comedy.

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Trevor on Lizzo’s “Grrrls” lyric controversy.

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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.D.A. approves vaccines for kids under five. Here's what happened this week.

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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 discusses his series "Rutherford Falls."

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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 talks about his single "Stand Strong."

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The U.S. stock market enters an alarming slump, The Daily Show presents a deep-diving biography of Rudy Giuliani, and journalist Katie Couric discusses her memoir "Going There."

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Not everyone who stops Trevor on the street wants a selfie. #BetweenTheScenes

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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 discusses her series "The Bear."

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

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“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, how she found the casting call through a WhatsApp message, and her promise to Kevin Feige.

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North Korea “communicates” with the US by launching missiles, the January 6th hearings promise to “blow the roof off of the House,” and the House passes a gun reform bill with support from several Republicans. Here’s what happened this week.

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The House approves gun control legislation, Congress kicks off hearings investigating the January 6 Capitol riot, and playwright Michael R. Jackson discusses his musical "A Strange Loop."

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

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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 Ducks (and Other Animals)."

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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 "Bobby Brown: Every Little Step."

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

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 “It’s not just about Ukraine. It’s about the entire collective democratic community of nations.” Ukraine’s U.N. Ambassador Sergiy Kyslytsya discusses why supporting Ukraine to a victory over Putin is vital for the security of the globe.

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Connecticut Senator Chris Murphy shares details from the bipartisan gun reform conversations following the Uvalde shooting, discusses how the once unbreakable gun lobby is now losing steam, and explains why the current Senate rules have restricted action. 

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The GOP blames everything except guns for gun violence, an Indian couple sues their son for lack of grandkids, and Michael Kosta interviews foreigners about America’s “Door” problem. Here’s what happened this week.

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Engineers build the world's tiniest robot, Michael Kosta investigates the connection between mass shootings and doors, and Trevor talks to Ukrainian ambassador to the U.N., Sergiy Kyslytsya.

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The U.S. sends missiles to Ukraine, Senator Chris Murphy discusses gun control reform, and author Akwaeke Emezi talks about "Dear Senthuran" and "You Made a Fool of Death with Your Beauty."

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Trevor covers America's gun violence debate, Ronny Chieng celebrates Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and Kellyanne Conway discusses her memoir "Here's the Deal."

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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 2020 Black Lives Matter protests.

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What’s the difference between racism in South Africa and racism in America? It comes down to directness. 

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Roy Wood Jr. teaches a lesson on the origins of hip-hop – and of that iconic record scratch noise. 

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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 government branches that you’ll meet in real life. 

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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-quality education.

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

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

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“Parents should treat playgrounds, the way people should treat airport carousels…take a step back.” Trevor discusses the difference between American and South African parenting. 

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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 greatest Black horse racers in history, including 17-year-old Cheryl White, the first licensed Black female jockey. 

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While America has made progress in removing confederate statues from public squares, many remain standing. Director of the PBS documentary The Neutral Ground, CJ Hunt, and founder of Project Say Something, Camille Goldston Bennett, join Roy Wood Jr. to discuss why these monuments were erected in the first place, how many are left, what’s being done on the ground to remove them, and where they should end up once they’re removed. 

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New York Times reporters Jonathan Martin and Alex Burns discuss their reporting process for their book “This Will Not Pass,” share new audio of President Donald Trump and Senator Lindsey Graham, and explain why Jared Kushner got involved in Kanye West’s presidential run. 

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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 restaurants, his love of music, and his lack of hobbies. Jeff also details the ways the music industry and radio stations have done a disservice to truly original music and how DJs and musicians can breakthrough now. @Rod4Short addresses the ways you can tastefully navigate Will Smith conversations at the job without being sent to HR. He also rains praise upon the unsung heroes of the nightlife – women security guards.

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“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 very specific brand of comedy, and the difference between herself and the character “Ziwe.”

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Trevor’s no finance expert, but the details of Elon Musk’s Twitter buy seem a little weird. 

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

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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.

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McLaren Formula 1 Driver Daniel Ricciardo shares a “shoey” with Trevor while chatting about the documentary series “Drive to Survive” and preparing for the new circuit at the Miami Grand Prix. 

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West’s divorce started as a celebrity scandal, but has evolved into a larger discussion surrounding the harassment many women face when trying to leave a relationship. In this episode, host Roy Wood Jr. sits down with Daily Show writer Christiana Mbakwe-Medina and journalist Rachel Louise Snyder to discuss how The Daily Show has covered this topic, the many types of violence women endure on a daily basis, and the lengths women go to in order to feel safe. 

For further resources visit The National Domestic Violence Hotline:  https://www.thehotline.org 

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Voting rights activist and entrepreneur Stacey Abrams discusses her book "Level Up," creating opportunities for people to start small businesses and running again for governor of Georgia.

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Trevor on where he thinks late night television is heading. 

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“What most people want is to not have a politician in their decision.” Planned Parenthood’s President and CEO Alexis McGill Johnson discusses the chipping away of women’s rights and reproductive health access, and how the Women’s Health Protection Act would codify Roe v. Wade.

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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 greatest Black horse racers in history, including 17-year-old Cheryl White, the first licensed Black female jockey.

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

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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 Jonathan Martin discuss "This Will Not Pass."

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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 Johnson discusses abortion rights.

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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 "How to Prevent the Next Pandemic."

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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 late-night talk show "Ziwe."

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Why did Trevor grow out his hair? Well, the pandemic.

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"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 "Black Supremacy" backlash he faced on Twitter.

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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 to sell out Madison Square Garden with "One Night in Space."

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

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Donald Trump rants about dangerous fruit in a deposition, Trevor highlights Rep. Madison Cawthorn's flurry of scandals, and Formula 1 racer Daniel Ricciardo discusses the Miami Grand Prix.

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Russia cuts off gas deliveries to NATO countries Poland and Bulgaria, Black Karen (Dulcé Sloan) calls the cops on annoying white people, and Terry Crews talks about his memoir "Tough."

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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 Boy: One Night in Space at MSG." 

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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 discuss their book "Real Life, Real Love."

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The moment we’ve all been waiting for: Trevor dishes on meeting BTS at the GRAMMYs in Between the Scenes.

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“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 Janelle Monáe discusses healing during the pandemic, celebrating life, coming up with “The Memory Librarian” while on mushrooms, and her love of science fiction.

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For decades France has been one of the few European countries the rest of the world didn’t have to worry about, but with the upcoming April 24th election between current president Emmanuel Macron & far-right contender Marine Le Pen, that could all change.

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Florida bans math books for CRT, airlines shock travelers by dropping the mask mandate mid flight and CNN+ shuts down after a $300M launch fails. Here's a look at what happened this week.

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Rudy Giuliani is revealed as a contestant on "The Masked Singer," Trevor covers France's high-stakes presidential race and Alexander Skarsgård discusses his film role in "The Northman."

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