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The Daily Show

S17 E50Paula Broadwell
6.4 RatingJanuary 25, 2012
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Barack Obama gives his State of the Union address, Mitch Daniels counters it with a Republican rebuttal, and Paula Broadwell examines General David Patraeus' career.

Episodes

Thomas Friedman
Ep 1

Thomas Friedman

Oct 3, 2011N/A

The U.S. military kills Anwar al-Awlaki, Herman Cain talks about Rick Perry's ranch, and Thomas Friedman discusses America's role in the global market.

Michael Lewis
Ep 2

Michael Lewis

Oct 4, 2011N/A

Chris Christie restates his position, Mitt Romney flip-flops, ESPN pulls Hank Williams Jr.'s song, and Michael Lewis discusses his travels as a financial disaster tourist.

Hugh Jackman
Ep 3

Hugh Jackman

Oct 5, 2011N/A

Conservatives call Occupy Wall Street protesters anti-American, Florida votes to move its primary up, and Hugh Jackman boxes robots.

Jason Sudeikis
Ep 4

Jason Sudeikis

Oct 6, 2011N/A

Sarah Palin confirms she won't be running in 2012, Herman Cain shares his conspiracy theories, and Jason Sudeikis gives the inside scoop on "Saturday Night Live.

Ellen Schultz
Ep 5

Ellen Schultz

Oct 17, 2011N/A

Wyatt Cenac and Samantha Bee examine Mitt Romney's faith, Occupy Wall Street grows, and Ellen Schultz explains how American companies have decimated retiree benefit plans.

Calvin Trillin
Ep 6

Calvin Trillin

Oct 18, 2011N/A

Republicans identify America's American enemy, John Oliver tries to join Occupy Wall Street, and Calvin Trillin talks political humor.

Al Sharpton
Ep 7

Al Sharpton

Oct 19, 2011N/A

The Las Vegas GOP debate gets heated, Larry Wilmore considers Herman Cain's race card, and Al Sharpton discusses the impact of Occupy Wall Street.

Richard Brookhiser
Ep 8

Richard Brookhiser

Oct 20, 2011N/A

Libyans celebrate Muammar al-Gaddafi's death, John Oliver rebrands Libya, and Richard Brookhiser discusses James Madison's impact on American politics.

Kevin Clash
Ep 9

Kevin Clash

Oct 24, 2011N/A

Rick Perry goes birther, Republicans dislike Barack Obama's decision to end the Iraq War, and Kevin Clash talks about being Elmo.

Walter Isaacson
Ep 10

Walter Isaacson

Oct 25, 2011N/A

Rick Perry and Herman Cain explain their jokes, Lewis Black examines the indoctrination of kids, and Walter Isaacson discusses his Steve Jobs biography.

Lisa Randall
Ep 11

Lisa Randall

Oct 26, 2011N/A

A Koch-funded study debunks Climategate, riot police raid Occupy Oakland, and Lisa Randall explores the implications of scientific research.

Andrew Napolitano
Ep 12

Andrew Napolitano

Oct 27, 20118.0

Mitt Romney remains second in polls, Europe's financial crisis causes market volatility, and Andrew Napolitano thinks that the government is wrong.

Mindy Kaling
Ep 13

Mindy Kaling

Oct 31, 20118.0

Herman Cain denies sexual harassment allegations, Rick Perry loosens up, Wyatt Cenac reports on a dead bill, and Mindy Kaling discusses her parents' concerns.

Condoleezza Rice
Ep 14

Condoleezza Rice

Nov 1, 2011N/A

Fox News defends the rich, John Hodgman calls for a celebration of the 1%, and Condoleezza Rice discusses the Bush administration.

Tom Brokaw
Ep 15

Tom Brokaw

Nov 2, 2011N/A

Herman Cain discusses his sexual harassment case, Jon and the Best F#@king News Team Ever debate conservative black superiority, and Tom Brokaw wants to rebuild America.

Brad Paisley
Ep 16

Brad Paisley

Nov 3, 2011N/A

Occupy Oakland protesters vandalize businesses, Aasif Mandvi reports on killer hot dogs, and Brad Paisley recalls his musical heroes.

Clint Eastwood
Ep 17

Clint Eastwood

Nov 7, 2011N/A

Herman Cain blames the media, Sean Hannity accuses NPR of having a liberal political agenda, and Clint Eastwood discusses J. Edgar Hoover's life.

Bill Clinton
Ep 18

Bill Clinton

Nov 8, 2011N/A

John Corzine resigns as MF Global's CEO, and Bill Clinton discusses the U.S. economy and provides a detailed plan for its recovery in "Back to Work.

Nancy Pelosi
Ep 19

Nancy Pelosi

Nov 9, 2011N/A

Herman Cain blames Democrats for his scandal; Republicans take a hit in Ohio, Arizona and Mississippi; and Nancy Pelosi shares her thoughts on Congress.

Adam Sandler
Ep 20

Adam Sandler

Nov 10, 2011N/A

Rick Perry draws a blank at the CNBC debate, The Best F#@king News Team Ever revels in Perry's brain fart, and Adam Sandler dishes on his family life.

Leymah Gbowee
Ep 21

Leymah Gbowee

Nov 14, 2011N/A

Aasif Mandvi explains why facts are GOP candidates' enemy, Jason Jones takes a look at ugly people, and Leymah Gbowee discusses the Liberian peace movement.

Mark Kelly
Ep 22

Mark Kelly

Nov 15, 2011N/A

Herman Cain struggles with foreign policy; Jerry Sandusky takes a phone interview; and Mark Kelly talks about his wife, Gabrielle Giffords.

Diane Keaton
Ep 23

Diane Keaton

Nov 16, 2011N/A

The congressional super committee faces a looming deadline, Samantha Bee explores Occupy Wall Street's class division, and Diane Keaton recalls growing up in California.

Martin Scorsese
Ep 24

Martin Scorsese

Nov 17, 2011N/A

Newt Gingrich emerges as the GOP front-runner, Sarah Vowell defends the glory of Evacuation Day, and Martin Scorsese talks movies.

Merrill Markoe
Ep 25

Merrill Markoe

Nov 28, 2011N/A

Police pepper spray U.C. Davis students, conservatives criticize Barack Obama for leaving God out of his Thanksgiving speech, and Merrill Markoe explores comedy.

Betty White
Ep 26

Betty White

Nov 29, 2011N/A

Herman Cain denies accusations of an extramarital affair, Barney Frank announces his retirement, and Betty White adores animals.

Bono
Ep 27

Bono

Nov 30, 2011N/A

Aasif Mandvi reports on Egypt's election, a fire alarm blares over Brian Williams' broadcast, and Bono believes that America is close to ending the AIDS epidemic.

Bob Costas
Ep 28

Bob Costas

Dec 1, 2011N/A

Bloomberg reveals the U.S. government bailouts totaled $7.7 trillion, Mitt Romney loses his cool, and Bob Costas reviews his Jerry Sandusky interview.

Ben Lowy
Ep 29

Ben Lowy

Dec 5, 2011N/A

Herman Cain suspends his campaign, John Oliver takes a closer look at California's political process, and Ben Lowy talks war photography.

Jonah Hill
Ep 30

Jonah Hill

Dec 6, 2011N/A

Conservatives object to the secularization of Christmas, Republicans fear Donald Trump's debate moderating, and Jonah Hill admits to taking handsome pills.

Ralph Fiennes
Ep 31

Ralph Fiennes

Dec 7, 2011N/A

The Senate passes a bill that jeopardizes Americans' civil rights, the CIA loses a stealth drone in Iran, and Ralph Fiennes enjoys Shakespeare.

Ed Gillespie
Ep 32

Ed Gillespie

Dec 8, 2011N/A

Bill O'Reilly takes a shot at Jon, GOP Candidates express their love for Israel, and Ed Gillespie examines the effects of Dodd-Frank.

Anne Burrell
Ep 33

Anne Burrell

Dec 12, 2011N/A

John Oliver looks into Mitt Romney's costly bet, PolitiFact gives Jon a "pants on fire" rating, and Anne Burell cooks like a rock star.

Lawrence Lessig
Ep 34

Lawrence Lessig

Dec 13, 2011N/A

The Florida Family Association opposes TLC's portrayal of Muslims, Newt Gingrich concocts a poverty-fighting plan, and Lawrence Lessig wants to end Congressional corruption.

Melody Barnes
Ep 35

Melody Barnes

Dec 14, 2011N/A

Mitt Romney makes a ballsy move against Newt Gingrich, Fox News uncovers a Muppet controversy, and Melody Barnes talks domestic policy.

Matt Damon
Ep 36

Matt Damon

Dec 15, 2011N/A

GOP leaders share some compelling reasons for Republican voters not to choose Newt Gingrich as their political party's standard-bearer. Wyatt Cenac discovers that there is no euphemism for masturbation that accurately describes what Congress is doing to the post office. Matt Damon sports a buzz cut and compares his head shape with Jon's.

Charles Barkley
Ep 37

Charles Barkley

Jan 3, 2012N/A

Republican candidates criticize Ron Paul's position on Iran, Rick Santorum surges in the polls, and Charles Barkley weighs in on 2012's NBA teams.

Elizabeth Dowling Taylor
Ep 38

Elizabeth Dowling Taylor

Jan 4, 2012N/A

Mitt Romney tops the Iowa caucus, Michele Bachmann drops out of the presidential race, and Elizabeth Dowling Taylor explores the life of White House slave Paul Jennings.

Craig Shirley
Ep 39

Craig Shirley

Jan 5, 2012N/A

The GOP censures Barack Obama's recess appointment, Jason Jones helps a Republican outcast, and Craig Shirley provides an intimate look at the attack on Pearl Harbor.

George Lucas
Ep 40

George Lucas

Jan 9, 2012N/A

GOP presidential candidates debate twice in New Hampshire, Mitt Romney's competitors resent his wealth, and George Lucas commemorates the Tuskegee Airmen.

Andrew Napolitano
Ep 41

Andrew Napolitano

Jan 10, 2012N/A

The New Hampshire primary results trickle in, Iran begins enriching uranium, and Andrew Napolitano weighs in on the GOP presidential candidates.

Jim DeMint
Ep 42

Jim DeMint

Jan 11, 20128.0

Mitt Romney wins the New Hampshire primary, The Best F#@king News Team reports from South Carolina, and Jim DeMint considers America's economic and political problems.

Dolly Parton
Ep 43

Dolly Parton

Jan 12, 2012N/A

Newt Gingrich tackles an array of minority issues, John Oliver elevates America's public discourse, and Dolly Parton dukes it out with Queen Latifah.

Jodi Kantor
Ep 44

Jodi Kantor

Jan 16, 2012N/A

Jon takes over the Colbert Super PAC, China's Foxconn comes under attack for its poor working conditions, and Jodi Kantor talks about the Obamas.

Liam Neeson
Ep 45

Liam Neeson

Jan 17, 2012N/A

Newt Gingrich wins the South Carolina debate, Stephen Colbert reveals his wishes for the Colbert Super PAC, and Liam Neeson enjoys small-town Canada.

Joe Nocera
Ep 46

Joe Nocera

Jan 18, 2012N/A

Wikipedia's blackout puts the spotlight on SOPA, Mitt Romney reveals his tax rate, and Joe Nocera shares his thoughts on Wall Street.

Elizabeth Banks
Ep 47

Elizabeth Banks

Jan 19, 20128.0

Rick Perry drops out of the GOP race, Newt Gingrich's ex-wife reveals his request for an open marriage, and Elizabeth Banks enjoys performing on high-rise ledges.

Kathleen Sebelius
Ep 48

Kathleen Sebelius

Jan 23, 2012N/A

Newt Gingrich takes South Carolina, Al Madrigal gets to know Mitt Romney's most fervent enthusiast, and Kathleen Sebelius talks about health care reform.

Elizabeth Warren
Ep 49

Elizabeth Warren

Jan 24, 2012N/A

Mitt Romney defends his tax returns, Newt Gingrich one-ups Mitt Romney at the Florida GOP debate, and Elizabeth Warren urges America to invest in its future.

Paula Broadwell
Ep 50

Paula Broadwell

Jan 25, 2012N/A

Barack Obama gives his State of the Union address, Mitch Daniels counters it with a Republican rebuttal, and Paula Broadwell examines General David Patraeus' career.

Tilda Swinton
Ep 51

Tilda Swinton

Jan 26, 2012N/A

The Supreme Court deliberates over televised profanity, Newt Gingrich tackles the moon, and Tilda Swinton discusses her acting career.

Lou Dobbs
Ep 52

Lou Dobbs

Jan 30, 2012N/A

Mitt Romney pummels Newt Gingrich in Florida, Jason Jones finds out how Floridian women feel about Newt Gingrich, and Lou Dobbs gets excited about political controversies.

Jonathan Macey
Ep 53

Jonathan Macey

Jan 31, 2012N/A

Newt Gingrich panders to Florida's Hispanic voters, Mitt Romney spins his work at Bain Capital into an asset, and Jonathan Macey talks about private equity firms.

Brad Pitt
Ep 54

Brad Pitt

Feb 1, 2012N/A

Mitt Romney wins the Florida primary, John Oliver and Jason Jones consider both sides of the wealth gap, and Brad Pitt roots for baseball's underdogs.

David Agus
Ep 55

David Agus

Feb 2, 2012N/A

Donald Trump endorses Mitt Romney, Aasif Mandvi investigates Florida's welfare drug testing law, and David Agus rethinks America's attitude toward illness.

Ali Soufan
Ep 56

Ali Soufan

Feb 13, 2012N/A

CNN stuns Whitney Houston fans, Catholics confuse health care reform with war, and Ali Soufan considers the complexities of ethnic nationalism in the Middle East.

Ricky Gervais
Ep 57

Ricky Gervais

Feb 14, 2012N/A

Rick Santorum worries about women joining men in combat , Liz Trotta makes incendiary remarks about rape in the military, and Ricky Gervais analyzes panda repopulation.

Louise Slaughter
Ep 58

Louise Slaughter

Feb 15, 2012N/A

House Republicans oppose the STOCK Act's intelligence provisions, Wyatt Cenac investigates whale slavery, and Louise Slaughter strives to end congressional insider trading.

Arne Duncan
Ep 59

Arne Duncan

Feb 16, 2012N/A

Barack Obama takes heat for his Hollywood fundraiser; Mitt Romney and Rick Santorum fight for Michigan; and Arne Duncan works to improve America's educational system.

Alan Huffman & Michael Rejebian
Ep 60

Alan Huffman & Michael Rejebian

Feb 20, 2012N/A

Congress debates birth control coverage, Aasif Mandvi investigates Time Warner's Knicks blackout, and Alan Huffman and Michael Rejebian uncover candidate scandals.

Russ Feingold
Ep 61

Russ Feingold

Feb 21, 2012N/A

Chris Christie vetoes New Jersey's same-sex marriage bill, Virginia encroaches on women's reproductive rights, and Russ Feingold discusses campaign finance reform.

Bruce Bartlett
Ep 62

Bruce Bartlett

Feb 22, 2012N/A

Republicans build a frightening case against Barack Obama, health officials debate publishing controversial bird flu research, and Bruce Bartlett calls for tax reform.

Paul Rudd
Ep 63

Paul Rudd

Feb 23, 2012N/A

Rick Santorum takes heat for his frankness, Newt Gingrich considers himself cheerful, and Paul Rudd indulges his sweet tooth.

Neil deGrasse Tyson
Ep 64

Neil deGrasse Tyson

Feb 27, 2012N/A

Rick Santorum gets queasy over John F. Kennedy's religious tolerance speech, the Pope joins the Twitterverse, and Neil deGrasse Tyson advocates U.S. space exploration.

Stephen Merchant
Ep 65

Stephen Merchant

Feb 28, 2012N/A

Rick Santorum calls on Michigan Democrats for support, Samantha Bee gets to the bottom of Grover Norquist's anti-tax pledge, and Stephen Merchant discusses his lofty stature.

Masha Gessen
Ep 66

Masha Gessen

Feb 29, 2012N/A

Mitt Romney takes Michigan, conservative pundits mourn the state of the GOP field, and Masha Gessen discusses the rise and anticipated fall of Vladimir Putin.

M. Cathleen Kaveny
Ep 67

M. Cathleen Kaveny

Mar 1, 2012N/A

The U.S. Senate debates the Blunt amendment, Barbara Boxer breaks down Jon's jokes on the Senate floor, and Cathleen Kaveny explores Catholic moral theology.

Shaun Donovan
Ep 68

Shaun Donovan

Mar 5, 2012N/A

Rush Limbaugh makes incendiary remarks about Sandra Fluke, John Oliver meets Palestinian Ambassador Riyad Mansour, and Secretary Shaun Donovan tackles homelessness.

Julianne Moore
Ep 69

Julianne Moore

Mar 6, 2012N/A

Host Jon Stewart interviews Julianne Moore and discusses the day's news and important topics.

Cecile Richards
Ep 70

Cecile Richards

Mar 7, 2012N/A

Mitt Romney wins Ohio on Super Tuesday, CNN reveals holodeck technology, the White House press corps tries to gin up a fight, and Cecile Richards discusses Planned Parenthood.

Trita Parsi
Ep 71

Trita Parsi

Mar 8, 2012N/A

Jon Stewart exposes Sean Hannity's seedy past, Jessica Williams investigates Socialism in America, and National Iranian American Council President Trita Parsi discusses U.S.-Iranian relations.

Grover Norquist
Ep 72

Grover Norquist

Mar 12, 2012N/A

Al Madrigal and Jessica Williams report on the Kony 2012 activist youth movement, Mitt Romney applies a Southern strategy in Alabama, and Grover Norquist talks tax reform.

Will Ferrell
Ep 73

Will Ferrell

Mar 13, 2012N/A

Fox News compares Rush Limbaugh to Bill Maher, Kristen Schaal finds humor in Republican policies on women's health, and Will Ferrell learns Spanish for "Casa de mi Padre.

Rachel Weisz
Ep 74

Rachel Weisz

Mar 14, 2012N/A

Mitt Romney and Rick Santorum pick up wins in the Southern primaries and CNN has a hard time making it exciting, South by Southwest creates "homeless hotspots," and Rachel Weisz reveals that her movie "Deep Blue Sea" has no LL Cool J-eating sharks.

No Guest
Ep 75

No Guest

Mar 15, 2012N/A

Bashar al Assad's hacked emails reveal some interesting music choices, Jon tries to help Mt. Vernon, New Hampshire with some new names for a local pond, and John Oliver investigates why America cut all funding to UNESCO.

Shaquille O'Neal
Ep 76

Shaquille O'Neal

Mar 26, 2012N/A

Dick Cheney gets a new heart, Florida's "stand your ground" law leads to the shooting of Trayvon Martin, and NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal talks about getting his Ph.D.

Maria Goodavage
Ep 77

Maria Goodavage

Mar 27, 2012N/A

MSNBC's Lawrence O'Donnell gets jilted; Rick Santorum and Mitt Romney deal with "gotcha" media; Sam Bee visits Park Slope, Brooklyn; and Maria Goodavage talks military dogs.

Ahmed Rashid
Ep 78

Ahmed Rashid

Mar 28, 2012N/A

Jon struggles with "pink slime" being a part of his cheeseburger, Russian accents continue to be evil, and Ahmed Rashid explains how America's military presence affects Afghanistan's economy.

Rachel Maddow
Ep 79

Rachel Maddow

Mar 29, 2012N/A

Supporters and opponents before the Supreme Court to discuss The Affordable Care Act, Spike Lee endangers the lives of the sweetest people in the world, and Rachel Maddow explains how Americans can connect with the military.

Mohamed Nasheed
Ep 80

Mohamed Nasheed

Apr 2, 2012N/A

Mitt Romney endorsements lack enthusiasm, the Tucson school board bans Mexican-American studies, and former Maldives President Mohamed Nasheed talks climate and democracy.

Thomas C. Goldstein
Ep 81

Thomas C. Goldstein

Apr 3, 2012N/A

Sarah Palin infiltrates "Today Show," John Oliver asks Palin fans about her brave co-hosting, and SCOTUSblog publisher Tom Goldstein discusses his Supreme Court case.

Jack L. Goldsmith
Ep 82

Jack L. Goldsmith

Apr 4, 2012N/A

Rick Santorum believes it's campaign half-time, Larry Wilmore finds the racist culprit in the Trayvon Martin case, and Jack Goldsmith discusses executive power, post-9/11.

Anthony Bourdain
Ep 83

Anthony Bourdain

Apr 5, 2012N/A

The GSA's Vegas conference is an epic boondoggle, Bill O'Reilly won't pay $4 for shrimp, Obama wants $75 from Jon, and "No Reservations" star Anthony Bourdain talks travel.

Tim Weiner
Ep 84

Tim Weiner

Apr 9, 2012N/A

Passover goes toe-to-toe with Easter, NBC faces backlash for its editing of George Zimmerman's 911 call, and Tim Weiner discusses his book, "Enemies: A History of the FBI.

Elon Musk
Ep 85

Elon Musk

Apr 10, 2012N/A

CNN brands its news segments, Google eyeglasses augment reality, Facebook buys Instagram, and Elon Musk discusses the future of human space exploration.

Ricky Gervais
Ep 86

Ricky Gervais

Apr 11, 2012N/A

The Best F#@king News Team Ever reports from the Gingrich, Romney and Obama camps; Al Madrigal investigates "personhood" in Oklahoma; and Ricky Gervais talks Karl Pilkington.

Esperanza Spalding
Ep 87

Esperanza Spalding

Apr 12, 2012N/A

George Zimmerman is charged with murder; The Best F#@king News Team Ever reports from Sanford, FL; Egypt prepares for elections, and Esperanza Spalding performs.

Jane Goodall
Ep 88

Jane Goodall

Apr 16, 2012N/A

The Secret Service is embroiled in a prostitution scandal, the media addresses Hilary Rosen and the "war on women," and Jane Goodall talks Disney's new film, "Chimpanzee.

Julia Louis-Dreyfus
Ep 89

Julia Louis-Dreyfus

Apr 17, 2012N/A

Geraldo Rivera taunts the Taliban, Senate Republicans filibuster the "Buffett Rule," Jason Jones examines the women's voting bloc, and Julia Louis-Dreyfus discusses "Veep.

Robert Reich
Ep 90

Robert Reich

Apr 18, 2012N/A

The GSA's Jeff Neely pleads the Fifth, Jon compares the comedic styles of Mitt Romney and President Obama, and economist Robert Reich is "Beyond Outrage.

Judy Smith
Ep 91

Judy Smith

Apr 19, 2012N/A

Conservative pundits pivot on Mitt Romney, North Korea is out of the axis of evil, and "Good Self, Bad Self" author Judy Smith discusses high-profile crisis management.

Ben Rattray
Ep 92

Ben Rattray

Apr 23, 2012N/A

Mitt Romney looks for a running mate, John Oliver sits down with Herman Cain, the Obama and Romney campaigns debate canine issues, and Ben Rattray talks social media.

Madeleine Albright
Ep 93

Madeleine Albright

Apr 24, 2012N/A

The Secret Service prostitution scandal widens, The Best F#@king News Team Ever fights voter apathy, and Madeleine Albright shares personal history.

Jason Segel
Ep 94

Jason Segel

Apr 25, 20128.0

Wealthy citizens want to mine asteroids, Neil deGrasse Tyson plays "Bulls**t or No Bulls**t, Mitt Romney recalibrates his campaign, and Jason Segel works with humans.

Robert Draper
Ep 95

Robert Draper

Apr 26, 2012N/A

Rupert Murdoch faces new accusations, the Democrats have issues in North Carolina, and Robert Draper offers a glimpse into the House of Representatives.

Zach Wahls
Ep 96

Zach Wahls

Apr 30, 2012N/A

Republicans and Democrats debate discretionary social spending, Mike & Ike stage a gay divorce, and Zach Wahls shares lessons learned from his two moms.

David Barton
Ep 97

David Barton

May 1, 2012N/A

The anniversary of Osama bin Laden's death sparks controversy, Lewis Black rants about artisanal bagels, and David Barton argues for a new understanding of Thomas Jefferson.

Tom Coburn
Ep 98

Tom Coburn

May 2, 2012N/A

Newt Gingrich calls it quits, Romney advisor Richard Grenell resigns under pressure from conservative groups, and Senator Tom Coburn warns of the country's "Debt Bomb.

Peter Bergen
Ep 99

Peter Bergen

May 3, 2012N/A

Osama bin Laden's documents reveal a brand-conscious terrorist, Chinese dissident Chen Guangcheng asks Hillary Clinton for aid, and Peter Bergen discusses "Man Hunt.

Admiral General Aladeen
Ep 100

Admiral General Aladeen

May 7, 2012N/A

Elections in Europe spell bad news for incumbents, Al Madrigal gauges young voters' enthusiasm for Obama, and Admiral General Aladeen assures Jon that his family is safe.

Ivo Daalder
Ep 101

Ivo Daalder

May 8, 2012N/A

Joe Biden's support for gay marriage is not new policy, Mitt Romney takes credit for the auto bailout, and Ivo Daalder explains the seating arrangements at NATO summits.

John R. Hall
Ep 102

John R. Hall

May 9, 2012N/A

President Obama voices his support for same-sex marriage, Kristen Schaal shares her voting history, and John Hall critiques Jon's Queen Elizabeth II impression.

Robert Caro
Ep 103

Robert Caro

May 10, 2012N/A

Fox News evolves on the issue of same-sex marriage, Jason Jones reports from George Clooney's fundraiser, and Robert Caro discusses Lyndon Johnson's passage to power.

Michelle Obama
Ep 104

Michelle Obama

May 29, 2012N/A

Jon recalls a conversation with Roger Ailes, examines the good and bad kinds of socialism, and talks to Michelle Obama about the importance of gardening.

Dan Rather
Ep 105

Dan Rather

May 30, 2012N/A

Mitt Romney wins Texas, Donald Trump is an on-again, off-again birther, Jessica Williams investigates a Minnesota prom, and Dan Rather is "Rather Outspoken.

Jim Parsons
Ep 106

Jim Parsons

May 31, 20128.0

Mayor Michael Bloomberg seeks a ban on oversized sugary drinks, Wyatt Cenac reports on Russia's blocking intervention in Syria, and Jim Parsons stars in "Harvey.

Thomas Mann & Norman Ornstein
Ep 107

Thomas Mann & Norman Ornstein

Jun 4, 2012N/A

John Oliver reports from the Queen's Diamond Jubilee, the Obama administration plays "Polish That Turd," and Norman Ornstein and Thomas Mann discuss government dysfunction.

Gary Johnson
Ep 108

Gary Johnson

Jun 5, 2012N/A

The Wisconsin recall election proceeds, Al Madrigal reports on Latino unemployment in television, and Libertarian Gary Johnson discusses an alternative political path.

Michael Fassbender
Ep 109

Michael Fassbender

Jun 6, 2012N/A

Samantha Bee reports on Wisconsin's anger in the midst of Scott Walker's recall election, drones come in many forms, and Michael Fassbender reveals "Prometheus" plot points.

Edward Conard
Ep 110

Edward Conard

Jun 7, 2012N/A

The media debates fairness, Governor Cuomo proposes marijuana legislation, and Edward Conard talks innovation and risk and his book, "Unintended Consequences.

Boris Johnson
Ep 111

Boris Johnson

Jun 11, 2012N/A

President Obama gets caught in a gaffe, Larry Wilmore discusses the lack of diversity in a Romney ad, and Boris Johnson gives a mayoral opinion on the large soda ban.

Colin Powell
Ep 112

Colin Powell

Jun 12, 2012N/A

Governor Rick Scott continues his voter purge in Florida, prisoners at Gitmo enjoy some taxpayer-funded amenities, and Colin Powell discusses his book, "It Worked For Me.

Maggie Gyllenhaal
Ep 113

Maggie Gyllenhaal

Jun 13, 2012N/A

Barack Obama and Mitt Romney scramble to raise cash, the White House receives criticism for suspicious leaks, and Maggie Gyllenhaal discusses the invention of vibrators.

Catherine Zeta-Jones
Ep 114

Catherine Zeta-Jones

Jun 14, 2012N/A

JPMorgan Chase's CEO Jamie Dimon testifies in Washington, Aasif Mandvi uncovers a conspiracy in Idaho, and Catherine Zeta-Jones talks "Rock of Ages" and "Spartacus.

Parmy Olson
Ep 115

Parmy Olson

Jun 18, 2012N/A

Greece votes to stay within the EU, Samantha Bee debates whether or not to attend a $40,000-a-plate Obama fundraiser, and journalist Parmy Olson sheds light on Anonymous.

Denis Leary
Ep 116

Denis Leary

Jun 19, 2012N/A

Democrats try to build a strong liberal coalition, President Obama uses his executive authority to prevent excessive deportation, and Denis Leary fills in for Marco Rubio.

Steve Carell
Ep 117

Steve Carell

Jun 20, 2012N/A

Attorney General Eric Holder faces criticism from the House Oversight Committee, Obama and Romney face hecklers on the trail, and Steve Carell promotes all of his new books.

Bassem Youssef
Ep 118

Bassem Youssef

Jun 21, 2012N/A

President Obama claims executive privilege on "fast and furious" documents, and Egyptian satirist Bassem Youssef fulfills a dream by appearing on The Daily Show.

Marco Rubio
Ep 119

Marco Rubio

Jun 25, 2012N/A

The Supreme Court rules on the Arizona immigration law, Mitt Romney hosts a retreat for big donors in Utah, and Marco Rubio shares lessons from his two years in the Senate.

Seth MacFarlane
Ep 120

Seth MacFarlane

Jun 26, 20127.0

President Obama's role in Operation Fast and Furious inspires conservative talk of dictatorship, and Seth MacFarlane explains how he recruited Mark Wahlberg to star in "Ted.

Andrew Garfield
Ep 121

Andrew Garfield

Jun 27, 2012N/A

Governor Cuomo's proposed decriminalization of marijuana fails, Jessica Williams sends health care news from the Supreme Court, and Andrew Garfield is Spider-Man.

Tenacious D
Ep 122

Tenacious D

Jun 28, 2012N/A

The Supreme Court rules Obamacare constitutional, John Oliver poses questions to fictional president Herman Cain, and Tenacious D performs songs off "Rize of the Fenix.

Louis C.K.
Ep 123

Louis C.K.

Jul 16, 2012N/A

Mitt Romney retires retroactively, John Oliver reports from New Jersey on the Viacom-DirecTV dispute, and Louis C.K. clarifies his controversial Twitter comments.

Victor Cruz
Ep 124

Victor Cruz

Jul 17, 2012N/A

Egyptians hurl tomatoes in protest, the Obamas pose for the Kiss Cam, John Oliver tells America to keep it down, Al Madrigal goes to Mexico, and Victor Cruz talks football.

Sigourney Weaver
Ep 125

Sigourney Weaver

Jul 18, 2012N/A

Banks tamper with the Libor rate, Mitt Romney resists pressure to reveal his tax returns, and Sigourney Weaver talks American dynasties and "Political Animals.

E.J. Dionne
Ep 126

E.J. Dionne

Jul 19, 2012N/A

An investigation reveals HSBC laundered money for Mexican drug cartels, Michele Bachmann floats a conspiracy theory, and E.J. Dionne talks "Our Divided Political Heart.

Fareed Zakaria
Ep 127

Fareed Zakaria

Jul 23, 2012N/A

The Colorado tragedy sparks non-gun debate, the Boy Scouts and Chick-fil-A reaffirm exclusionary policies toward gays, and Fareed Zakaria discusses "The Post-American World.

Matthew McConaughey
Ep 128

Matthew McConaughey

Jul 24, 2012N/A

London faces Olympics-related difficulties, Lewis Black takes issue with the deliberate distortions of the campaigns, and Matthew McConaughey discusses "Killer Joe.

Joseph Stiglitz
Ep 129

Joseph Stiglitz

Jul 25, 2012N/A

President Obama encounters pronoun trouble, John Oliver interviews Herman Cain about his imaginary energy policy, and Joseph Stiglitz discusses "The Price of Inequality.

Zach Galifianakas & Will Ferrell
Ep 130

Zach Galifianakas & Will Ferrell

Jul 26, 2012N/A

North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un gets married, Samantha Bee reports on nuns at odds with the Vatican, and Will Ferrell and Zach Galifianakis take a break from "The Campaign.

Rashida Jones
Ep 131

Rashida Jones

Jul 30, 2012N/A

Mitt Romney sees disconcerting signs at the London Olympics, cities look to ban Chick-fil-A for its gay marriage stance, and Rashida Jones talks "Celeste and Jesse Forever.

Dambisa Moyo
Ep 132

Dambisa Moyo

Jul 31, 2012N/A

Mitt Romney makes an impression overseas, Dick Cheney and John McCain disagree on Sarah Palin's vice-presidential qualities, and economist Dambisa Moyo examines China.

Fred Guterl
Ep 133

Fred Guterl

Aug 1, 2012N/A

President Obama donates to the Obama campaign, Mitt Romney runs as a generic Republican candidate, Harry Reid is terrible, and Fred Guterl talks human extinction.

Jessica Biel
Ep 134

Jessica Biel

Aug 2, 2012N/A

Chik-fil-A Appreciation Day threatens America's chicken supply, the news struggles to not spoil the Olympics, and Jessica Biel discusses cars of the future in "Total Recall.

Tim Gunn
Ep 135

Tim Gunn

Aug 6, 2012N/A

The White House is criticized for security leaks, Jason Jones studies super spy Thomas Drake, the Mars rover lands, and Tim Gunn remembers ten seasons of "Project Runway.

Saima Wahab
Ep 136

Saima Wahab

Aug 7, 2012N/A

Chik-fil-A and Taco Bell face social media challenges, Italy doesn't love Mitt Romney, and Saima Wahab discusses her journey from Afghanistan to Portland, Oregon.

Chris Rock
Ep 137

Chris Rock

Aug 8, 2012N/A

Voter I.D. laws target the poor, minorities and elderly, Al Madrigal investigates an Olympic penis controversy, and Chris Rock discusses "2 Days in New York.

Joanna Brooks
Ep 138

Joanna Brooks

Aug 9, 2012N/A

President Obama and Mitt Romney exchange bad puns, Jason Jones covers the 2012 Red Neck Blank, and Joanna Brooks talks growing up Mormon in The Book of Mormon Girl.

Robert Pattinson
Ep 139

Robert Pattinson

Aug 13, 2012N/A

Mitt Romney makes Paul Ryan the Republican vice presidential nominee, and "Cosmopolis" and "Twilight" star Robert Pattinson enjoys a pint of Ben & Jerry's ice cream.

Misty May-Treanor
Ep 140

Misty May-Treanor

Aug 14, 2012N/A

Mitt Romney campaigns with vice-presidential candidate Paul Ryan, John Hodgman shares his love of "Twilight," and Misty May-Treanor reflects on her Olympic legend.

Brian Williams
Ep 141

Brian Williams

Aug 15, 2012N/A

Joe Biden sparks Republican outrage, John Oliver searches for America's next great political prop, and Brian Williams discusses dogs and Paul Ryan's Wienermobile.

Rob Corddry
Ep 142

Rob Corddry

Aug 16, 20127.0

Pennsylvania and Ohio pursue partisan voting laws, the Best F#@king News Team Ever warms up for the Republican National Convention, and Rob Corddry shares his Olympic medal.

Marco Rubio
Ep 143

Marco Rubio

Aug 28, 2012N/A

The Best F#@king News Team ever reports from the Republican National Convention in Tampa, FL, and Marco Rubio touts Republican governing philosophies and Florida journalism.

Herman Cain
Ep 144

Herman Cain

Aug 29, 2012N/A

The 2012 Republican National Convention finds its theme, Samantha Bee investigates the Republican platform, and Herman Cain identifies differences between him and Mitt Romney.

Michael Steele
Ep 145

Michael Steele

Aug 30, 2012N/A

Paul Ryan addresses the Republican National Convention, John Oliver interprets the Republican theme "We Can Change It," and Michael Steele talks Ron Paul.

GOP Convention 2012: Friday
Ep 146

GOP Convention 2012: Friday

Aug 31, 2012N/A

Clint Eastwood speaks to an empty chair, Mitt Romney recalls America's idyllic past, and the Best F#@king News Team Ever say goodbye to the Republican National Convention.

Tom Brokaw
Ep 147

Tom Brokaw

Sep 4, 2012N/A

The Democratic National Convention begins in Charlotte, NC, the Best F#@king News Team Ever updates the Obama campaign's slogan, and Tom Brokaw compares conventions.

Kirsten Gillibrand
Ep 148

Kirsten Gillibrand

Sep 5, 20128.0

Democratic National Convention speakers praise President Obama, John Oliver shares a personal Obama anecdote, and Kirsten Gillibrand calls for more women in Congress.

Austan Goolsbee
Ep 149

Austan Goolsbee

Sep 6, 2012N/A

The Democratic Party votes to amend its platform, Bill Clinton shares hard facts, and economist Austan Goolsbee remains happily divorced from government work.

DNC Friday
Ep 150

DNC Friday

Sep 7, 2012N/A

President Obama accepts the Democratic nomination, the Best F#@king News Team Ever shares memories of Charlotte, and Fox News gets a new slogan after its convention coverage.

Kofi Annan
Ep 151

Kofi Annan

Sep 17, 2012N/A

A YouTube movie sparks violence in the Middle East, John Oliver reports from Egypt, and Kofi Annan shares his views on the Syrian conflict and what it means for the world.

Salman Rushdie
Ep 152

Salman Rushdie

Sep 18, 20127.0

Mitt Romney shares his opinion of 47% of Americans, Al Madrigal and Jessica Williams discuss minority advantages in America, and Salman Rushdie talks "Joseph Anton.

Pink
Ep 153

Pink

Sep 19, 2012N/A

Fox News addresses the leaked Romney video, the Best F#@king News Team Ever prepares for general election sniping, and Pink performs a song from "The Truth About Love.

Bill Clinton
Ep 154

Bill Clinton

Sep 20, 2012N/A

An ancient papyrus hints that Jesus was married, the Senate GOP kills a veterans jobs bill, and Bill Clinton discusses his convention speech and the Clinton Global Initiative.

King Abdullah II
Ep 155

King Abdullah II

Sep 25, 2012N/A

President Obama brushes off United Nations world leaders, Mitt Romney regresses as the election approaches, and King Abdullah II of Jordan talks Arab Spring.

Olivia Wilde
Ep 156

Olivia Wilde

Sep 26, 2012N/A

The NFL referee lockout continues, Patrick Stewart replaces John Oliver, Jason Jones investigates Sudden Wealth Syndrome, and Olivia Wilde talks life in Kenya.

Amar'e Stoudemire
Ep 157

Amar'e Stoudemire

Sep 27, 2012N/A

Hungry kids protest school lunch calorie limits, the UN General Assembly makes for bland political theater, and Amar'e Stoudemire discusses his "STAT" children's books.