Last Week Tonight with John Oliver
(2014)Streaming Episode Guide
Season 11 | Season 10 | Season 9 | Season 8 | Season 7 | Season 6 | Season 5 | Season 4 | Season 3 | Season 2 | Season 1 | Specials | Top 5 Episodes
Season 11
June 2, 2024
Episode 13 - 6-02-2024
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May 19, 2024
Episode 12 - 5-19-2024
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May 12, 2024
Episode 11 - 5-12-2024
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May 5, 2024
Episode 10 - 5-05-2024
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April 21, 2024: UFOs
Episode 9 - 4-21-2024
John Oliver explains why we need honest inquiry into UFO sightings, covers the week's protests in the US over the war in Gaza, and recaps Adeel Mangi's confirmation hearing.
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April 14, 2024: Medicaid
Episode 8 - 4-14-2024
John Oliver discusses why millions of people have been kicked off of Medicaid, why Medicaid access was difficult even before the current "unwinding," and what would happen if fruits and vegetables could talk.
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April 7, 2024: Death Penalty
Episode 7 - 4-07-2024
John Oliver discusses new information about the methods used to carry out the death penalty, plus this week's earthquake in New Jersey, and John's new celebrity crush. It's not who you think. Whoever you're thinking of, you're wrong.
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March 31, 2024: Food Delivery Apps
Episode 6 - 3-31-2024
John Oliver discusses the downsides of food delivery apps, Donald Trump's latest attempt to pay off his legal debts, and why one southern California police department got in trouble with Lego.
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March 17, 2024: Student Loan Debt
Episode 5 - 3-17-2024
John Oliver discusses the state of student loans, the House vote to ban TikTok, why House Republicans refused to attend their work retreat, and, of course, Left Shark.
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March 10, 2024: State Medical Boards
Episode 4 - 3-10-2024
John Oliver discusses how state medical boards fail to protect patients, Kamala Harris' awkward call for a ceasefire in Gaza, the North Carolina Republican running for governor, and which reality show would benefit from becoming a government psyop.
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March 3, 2024: Airplanes
Episode 3 - 3-03-2024
John Oliver discusses how Boeing went from being a company known for quality craftsmanship to one synonymous with crashes, mishaps and "quality escape." Whatever that means.
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February 25, 2024: Pig Butchering
Episode 2 - 2-25-2024
John Oliver discusses a popular internet scam, why it's easier to fall for it than you might think, and, of course, boner alerts.
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February 18, 2024: Supreme Court
Episode 1 - 2-18-2024
John Oliver discusses the Supreme Court, the ethically questionable gifts some of the justices receive, and an offer for Clarence Thomas that could ruin John's life. Genuinely. You'll see.
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Season 10
December 17, 2023: Elon Musk
Episode 21 - 12-17-2023
John Oliver discusses Elon Musk, the influence he has over more than just his businesses, and the perfect place for him and Mark Zuckerberg to finally have that cage match.
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December 10, 2023: Freight Trains
Episode 20 - 12-10-2023
John Oliver discusses freight trains and railroads, how they've put profits over safety, and, crucially, what shows he watched as a child that explain … everything.
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December 3, 2023: Organ & Body Donations
Episode 19 - 12-03-2023
John Oliver discusses the systems in place for donating our organs and bodies, why those donations don't always go where we might think they're going, and which airline is the Greyhound bus of the sky.
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November 19, 2023: Dollar Stores
Episode 18 - 11-19-2023
John Oliver discusses dollar stores and why Irish Spring is not his soap of choice.
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November 12, 2023: Israel-Hamas War
Episode 17 - 11-12-2023
John Oliver discusses the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas.
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November 5, 2023: Abortion Rights
Episode 16 - 11-05-2023
John Oliver discusses the ongoing fallout from the overturning of Roe v. Wade as the November elections approach.
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October 29, 2023: Chocolate
Episode 15 - 10-29-2023
John Oliver discusses chocolate, cocoa farming, and, of course, some facts that will make Halloween a little weird.
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October 22, 2023: McKinsey
Episode 14 - 10-22-2023
John Oliver discusses the oldest and largest management consulting firm: McKinsey & Company.
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October 15, 2023: Food Safety
Episode 13 - 10-15-2023
John Oliver discusses the groups in charge of keeping our food safe – from the FDA, to the USDA, to, most crucially, the Association for Dressings and Sauces.
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October 8, 2023: Homeschooling
Episode 12 - 10-08-2023
John Oliver discusses homeschooling, its surprising lack of regulation in many states, and, crucially, Darth Vader's parenting skills.
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October 1, 2023: Prison Health Care
Episode 11 - 10-01-2023
John Oliver discusses the health care offered in prisons; plus, a look at the past five months, from the WGA strike to Lauren Boebert.
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April 30, 2023: Biden and the Border
Episode 10 - 4-30-2023
A look at the things Biden has promised to fix about our southern border, what he has and hasn’t done, and a magnificent pile of gators.
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April 23, 2023: Cryptocurrencies II
Episode 9 - 4-23-2023
John Oliver discusses cryptocurrency, the collapse of three big crypto companies, and what to do if your office gives off “crime vibes.”
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April 16, 2023: Farmworkers
Episode 8 - 4-16-2023
John Oliver discusses the conditions farmworkers face, how we failed to protect them, and the Jolly Green Giant’s body hair.
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April 9, 2023: Homeowners Associations
Episode 7 - 4-09-2023
John Oliver discusses homeowners associations, the surprising power they have, and how to tell if a tree is “tree-shaped.”
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April 2, 2023: Solitary Confinement
Episode 6 - 4-02-2023
John Oliver discusses solitary confinement, how prevalent it is, how damaging it can be, and, of course, how to hit the woah.
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March 19, 2023: Timeshares
Episode 5 - 3-19-2023
John Oliver discusses timeshares, how people get into them, why it’s so difficult to get out, and one exciting new business venture.
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March 12, 2023: TANF
Episode 4 - 3-12-2023
John Oliver discusses TANF - a federal program designed to help families with little to no income – who’s currently receiving these vital funds, who should be receiving them, and what it all has to do with Brett Favre. Plus, a look at Tennessee’s new law about drag performances and the lieutenant governor who supports the law.
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March 5, 2023: Ron DeSantis
Episode 3 - 3-05-2023
John Oliver discusses Ron DeSantis, his track record as the governor of Florida, the pitfalls of comparing him to Donald Trump, and the supposed dangers of “woke math.” Plus, the hilarious advertising by a plumbing company called Radiant.
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February 26, 2023: Artificial Intelligence
Episode 2 - 2-26-2023
Artificial intelligence is increasingly becoming part of our lives, from self-driving cars to ChatGPT. John Oliver discusses how AI works, where it might be heading next, and, of course, why it hates the bus.
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February 19, 2023: Psychedelic Assisted Therapy
Episode 1 - 2-19-2023
John Oliver discusses psychedelic assisted therapy: its history, its potential, and what it has to do with A$AP Rocky’s relationship to rainbows. Plus, the Fox News lawsuit and the Ohio train derailment.
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Season 9
November 20, 2022: Qatar World Cup
Episode 30 - 11-20-2022
John Oliver discusses the Qatar World Cup, the human-rights violations happening in the sporting event’s host country, and what perfection really means to David Beckham. Plus, the chaos Twitter is experiencing after Elon Musk took over the company and more of AI-generated art featuring John Oliver.
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November 13, 2022: The Monarchy
Episode 29 - 11-13-2022
John Oliver discusses the future of the British monarchy, what they have and have not acknowledged about their past, and how Winston Churchill preferred to go down waterslides. Plus, Steve Kornacki and his big board.
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November 6, 2022: Election Subversion
Episode 28 - 11-06-2022
With the U.S. midterm elections approaching, John Oliver discusses what happens after the votes are in, how some elected officials might try to negate legitimate election results, and which teletubby would taste best. Plus, the Halloween costume of Heidi Klum.
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October 30, 2022: Bail Reform
Episode 27 - 10-30-2022
With the U.S. midterm elections approaching, John Oliver discusses the issue at the core of many republican attack ads: bail reform. Plus, the turmoil in British politics after the resignation of PM Liz Truss.
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October 16, 2022: Transgender Rights II
Episode 26 - 10-16-2022
John Oliver discusses the latest round of attacks on transgender rights, what’s at stake, and how kids are schooling the ignorant adults on this topic. Plus, why the Crimean Bridge is having a bad time these days.
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October 9, 2022: Crime Reporting
Episode 25 - 10-09-2022
John Oliver discusses the outlets that cover crime, the incentives that drive them, the flawed sources they rely upon, and an alternative name for Miss Piggy. Plus, why teenage girls in Iran are leading massive protests against the current regime.
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October 2, 2022: Museums
Episode 24 - 10-02-2022
John Oliver discusses some of the world's most prestigious museums, why they contain so many stolen goods, the market that continues to illegally trade antiquities, and a pretty solid blueprint for revenge. Plus, the disappearance of the British PM Liz Truss.
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September 25, 2022: Bolsonaro
Episode 23 - 9-25-2022
John Oliver discusses Jair Bolsonaro, how he's run Brazil as president and how far he might go to maintain power after the upcoming election. Plus, the absurd stunt by Florida's Governor Ron DeSantis involving Martha's Vineyard and why people in Puerto Rico are getting fed up by the electric company Luma.
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September 11, 2022: Law & Order
Episode 22 - 9-11-2022
John Oliver discusses the wildly popular television franchise, what it’s been teaching us about law enforcement, and how it differs from the reality. Plus, some important developments in British politics.
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August 21, 2022: Carbon Offsets
Episode 21 - 8-21-2022
John Oliver explains what carbon offsets are, what they claim to do, how they might be making climate change even worse, and, of course, how Oscar Isaac is getting hotter.
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August 14, 2022: Afghanistan
Episode 20 - 8-14-2022
John Oliver discusses what’s happened since the U.S. withdrew from Afghanistan, how their ongoing crisis has even more to do with our decisions than you might think, and how to properly modify the verb “feel”. Plus, some true masterpieces of an AI-generated art.
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August 7, 2022: Monkeypox
Episode 19 - 8-07-2022
John Oliver discusses the recent monkeypox outbreak in the U.S., how the authorities have fumbled the response to it, and some aspirations for this coming autumn. Plus, Walter from Butler, Indiana, likes to share stuff, perhaps a little too much.
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July 31, 2022: Mental Health Care
Episode 18 - 7-31-2022
John Oliver discusses the cracks in our broken mental health care system; plus, a look at who's running to become the UK's prime minister.
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July 24, 2022: Inflation
Episode 17 - 7-24-2022
John Oliver discusses the causes of inflation and what we've done about it; plus, updates on the beach dolls and the banana sculpture.
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June 26, 2022: Water
Episode 16 - 6-26-2022
John Oliver discusses the water shortage in the American west; plus, the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.
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June 19, 2022: Rent
Episode 15 - 6-19-2022
John Oliver discusses why rent has become increasingly unaffordable, what we can do to combat a system that is stacked against tenants, and, of course, Dakota Johnson’s complex relationship to limes. Plus, a look at GOP primary winners claiming the 2020 election was stolen.
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June 12, 2022: Tech Monopolies
Episode 14 - 6-12-2022
John Oliver discusses tech monopolies such as Apple, Google, Amazon, and Facebook, and how to address the hidden harm they can do. Plus, a look at the hotly contested U.S. Senate race in Arizona, which includes Trump-endorsed candidate Blake Masters.
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June 5, 2022: School Police
Episode 13 - 6-05-2022
In the wake of the mass shooting in Uvalde, John Oliver discusses the push for more police in schools and whether they are the answer to school safety issues, or a new problem altogether. Plus, John makes an offer for a banana sculpture in Australia.
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May 22, 2022: Subway
Episode 12 - 5-22-2022
John Oliver discusses one of the largest franchises in the U.S., how their business model doesn’t always serve franchisees, and what it all has to do with Korean dramas.
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May 15, 2022: Utilities
Episode 11 - 5-15-2022
John Oliver discusses the incredible amount of power we give electric utility companies, how weakly regulated they are, and why they get such bad Yelp reviews. Plus, a look at Alabama's extreme anti-trans law and some ridiculous participants of the Eurovision Song Contest 2022.
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May 8, 2022: Abortion Ruling/Philippines Election
Episode 10 - 5-08-2022
42m
John Oliver discusses the current presidential election in The Philippines and why Bongbong Marcos is - albeit in a very limited and unflattering way - sort of like Ant-Man. Plus, the leaked anti-abortion draft opinion that looks set to overturn Roe v. Wade, how we got to this point, and where we may be headed.
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May 1, 2022: Environmental Racism
Episode 9 - 5-01-2022
John Oliver discusses environmental racism, how both government and industry are failing people of color and how zoning is manipulating the same people to live in adverse conditions. Plus, pandas doing some weird things and 'gas math' by Shaquille O'Neal.
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April 17, 2022: Police Interrogations
Episode 8 - 4-17-2022
John Oliver discusses the tactics that can make police interrogations so damaging, particularly to the innocent. Plus, a look at Dr. Oz's campaign for U.S. Senate.
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April 10, 2022: Data Brokers
Episode 7 - 4-10-2022
John Oliver discusses how much data brokers know about us, what they’re doing with our personal information, and one unusual way to change privacy laws. Plus, Russian State TV lies about the Ukraine war; DirecTV drops OAN; John says goodbye to AT&T.
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April 3, 2022: Trucks
Episode 6 - 4-03-2022
John Oliver explains how truck drivers get paid, how they often don’t, and how companies exploit them to increase profits. Plus, Republican congressman Madison Cawthorn's tales of GOP orgies and drug use has him in trouble with his own party.
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March 27, 2022: Harm Reduction
Episode 5 - 3-27-2022
John Oliver discusses why overdoses in the U.S. have been on the rise and what we should, and shouldn't, be doing to prevent them. Plus, a rather odd yearly tradition in Nenana, Alaska.
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March 13, 2022: Tickets
Episode 4 - 3-13-2022
John Oliver explains why concert tickets are so expensive, who’s making money off of them, and which One Direction is his favorite. Plus, the introduction of some appalling anti-LGBT laws in several states.
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March 6, 2022: Wrongful Convictions
Episode 3 - 3-06-2022
John Oliver talks about the current practices of overturning wrongful convictions and how it is quite unsupportive of even apparently innocent people. He advocates for urgent reforms in the flawed system which is clearly not working in favor of the innocents. Plus, the heroic resistance of Ukrainians against the invasion of Russia.
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February 27, 2022: Sex Work
Episode 2 - 2-27-2022
40m
As long as sex work has existed, so have efforts to end it. John Oliver explains why criminalizing the trade hasn’t helped the most vulnerable people involved, and why we should start listening to those at the center of the conversation: sex workers. Plus, Russian invasion into Ukraine, that has placed the whole world at the brink of WW3.
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February 20, 2022: Critical Race Theory
Episode 1 - 2-20-2022
34m
John Oliver explains what critical race theory is, what it isn't, and why we can expect to hear more about it in the coming months. Plus, the Canadian trucker protests.
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Season 8
Episode 239
Episode 30 - 11-14-2021
40m
John Oliver discusses the mechanics of union busting, why the companies who do it face so few consequences, and what it really means when your manager wants to talk to you about "your attendance."
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Episode 238
Episode 29 - 11-07-2021
John Oliver discusses the current state of the nation's power grid, why it needs fixing, and, of course, how fun the balloons are.
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Episode 237
Episode 28 - 10-31-2021
With homelessness increasing nationwide, John Oliver takes a look at the way we discuss the unhoused, what policy failures are making the problem worse, and how we can help.
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Episode 236
Episode 27 - 10-24-2021
John Oliver discusses Taiwan's history of being governed by other countries, its fraught present-day relationship with China, and what its citizens would want their future to look like.
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Episode 235
Episode 26 - 10-10-2021
John Oliver discusses how misinformation spreads among immigrant diaspora communities, how little some platforms have done to stop it, and, most importantly, how to have a very good morning.
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Episode 234: PFAS
Episode 25 - 10-03-2021
John Oliver discusses PFAS - a class of chemicals linked to an array of health issues - and why their widespread use isn't as magical as it may seem.
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Episode 233: Voting Rights
Episode 24 - 9-26-2021
41m
John Oliver discusses the current attacks on voting rights, who's behind them, and what we can do about it. Plus, John enters several paintings in the annual Duck Stamp contest.
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Episode 232: Lukashenko
9-12-2021
John Oliver discusses the longtime leader of Belarus, Alexander Lukashenko, and the many reasons his country's citizens have not to like him.
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Episode 231: Afghanistan
Episode 22 - 8-22-2021
33m
John Oliver discusses the end of America's war with Afghanistan and the humanitarian crisis being left behind.
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Episode 230: Ransomware
Episode 21 - 8-15-2021
John Oliver discusses ransomware attacks, why they’re on the rise, and what can be done about them.
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Episode 229: Opioids III – The Sacklers
Episode 20 - 8-08-2021
John Oliver explains how the Sackler family has been handling lawsuits related to the opioid crisis, how hard they've been fighting to defend their name, and why you should judge the situation for yourself.
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Episode 228: Emergency Medical Services
Episode 19 - 8-01-2021
John Oliver explains how emergency medical services function in the U.S., why they can be so expensive, and what we can do to fix things.
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Episode 227: Housing Discrimination
Episode 18 - 7-25-2021
40m
John Oliver breaks down the long history of housing discrimination in the U.S., the damage it's done, and, crucially, what we can do about it.
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Episode 226: Health Care Sharing Ministries
Episode 17 - 6-27-2021
Health Care Sharing Ministries, or HCSMs, advertise themselves as a more affordable, faith-based alternative to health insurance. But John Oliver explains some of the massive limitations these plans can have.
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Episode 225: PACE
Episode 16 - 6-20-2021
John Oliver explains how PACE, a program meant to pay for environmentally-friendly home renovations, is fundamentally flawed and can put people at risk of losing their homes. Plus, why hosting summer Olympics in Tokyo this year is a bad idea and why dog shows are weird.
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Episode 224: Prison Heat
Episode 15 - 6-13-2021
John Oliver explains how the failure to air-condition prisons can cause both physical and mental health issues for incarcerated people, and why the solution is simpler than you might think. Plus, some truly unique local car dealership ads.
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Episode 223: Asian Americans
Episode 14 - 6-06-2021
John Oliver discusses the large and diverse group of people who fall under the term "Asian American", the history of the model minority stereotype, and why our conversations on the subject need to be better-informed.
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Episode 222: Sponcon
Episode 13 - 5-23-2021
John Oliver explains why the integrity of local news is so important, how sponsored content could damage that integrity, and why the Venus Veil is so much more than a blanket. (It's not.)
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Episode 221: Stand Your Ground
Episode 12 - 5-16-2021
Main Story: John Oliver takes a look at why “stand your ground” laws were created, who they protect, and, crucially, who they don’t. Plus, a look at the past week’s events in Israel.
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Episode 220: Hair
Episode 11 - 5-09-2021
John Oliver discusses the importance of black hair, the ways it can be a target of discrimination, and some ideas to address that.
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Episode 219: Vaccine
Episode 10 - 5-02-2021
John Oliver explains why some people don't want to get the Covid-19 vaccine and how they might be reassured.
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Episode 218: Bankruptcy
Episode 9 - 4-18-2021
John Oliver details why people file for bankruptcy, how needlessly difficult the process can be, and the ways we can better serve people struggling with debt.
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Episode 217: Long-Term Care
Episode 8 - 4-11-2021
33m
Main story: Why nursing homes and assisted living facilities need fixing; plus, the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program; Matt Gaetz and Venmo; R.I.P. Yahoo! Answers.
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Episode 216: The National Debt
Episode 7 - 4-04-2021
Main story: How national debt works and why it might be more helpful than you'd think; plus, Giuliani freaks over Lil Nas X; Amazon's anti-union tactics; Peeps and Pepsi form an unholy alliance.
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Episode 215: Plastics
Episode 6 - 3-21-2021
35m
Main story: How plastics are harming the planet, and why recycling isn’t the solution you think it is; plus, the Atlanta mass shootings and hate crimes against Asian-Americans.
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Episode 214: Tucker Carlson
Episode 5 - 3-14-2021
35m
Main story: Where Tucker Carlson came from and why he's admired by white nationalists; plus, reaction to the Biden COVID-19 relief bill.
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Episode 213: Unemployment
Episode 4 - 3-07-2021
33m
Main story: The many obstacles that impede access to unemployment benefits; plus, Fox News freaks out over Dr. Seuss.
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Episode 212: Raids
Episode 3 - 2-28-2021
35m
Main story: How few guardrails there are on the use of police raids; plus, New York governor Andrew Cuomo faces multiple scandals.
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Episode 211: Meatpacking
2-21-2021
31m
Main story: Working conditions in the meatpacking industry; plus, the Texas power crisis in the wake of severe winter weather.
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Episode 210: The Next Pandemic
Episode 1 - 2-14-2021
Main story: What could cause the next pandemic, what we can do to avoid it, and why you shouldn’t kiss pigs; plus, Impeachment Part 2.
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Season 7
Trump & Election Results
Episode 30 - 11-15-2020
30m
A week after Joe Biden’s win in the US presidential election, John Oliver discusses Donald Trump’s various attempts to overturn the results, why his claims don’t hold water, and the consequences of indulging him.
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Election Results 2020
Episode 29 - 11-08-2020
34m
John Oliver discusses the long week of US presidential election results, including Donald Trump’s various attempts to make the election appear illegitimate, and a historic win for Joe Biden and Kamala Harris.
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Trump & the Coronavirus and William Barr
Episode 28 - 11-01-2020
45m
John Oliver takes a look at how the Trump administration has handled the coronavirus outbreak in the US, from lack of preparation, to mangled coordination, to harmful communication. John also discusses William Barr’s attitude toward authority and executive power, how that attitude has influenced Donald Trump’s presidency, and what it could mean if Trump wins a second term.
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Asylum
Episode 27 - 10-25-2020
30m
John Oliver talks about the situation of asylum seekers in USA under Trump administration. He points out the three major changes in policy (migrant protection protocols, safe third country agreements and Title 42) which are deciding the future of asylum seekers.
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The World Health Organization
Episode 26 - 10-18-2020
29m
John Oliver talks about the functions of World Health Organization and why it is a vital part of the upcoming US election. John points out the contribution WHO made over the years, explains the reason why USA pays more than other countries and describes the mistakes of this highly impactful organization.
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Election 2020
Episode 25 - 10-04-2020
34m
Weeks out from the 2020 presidential election, John Oliver takes a look at various efforts to destabilize the vote, how to ensure your ballot is properly counted, and why we may need to prepare not just for an election night, but for an election month.
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Supreme Court
Episode 24 - 9-27-2020
29m
In the wake of Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s death, John Oliver discusses the future of the Supreme Court, why the government doesn’t always represent the political leanings of the electorate, and how those issues will impact the next generation of Americans.
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RNC 2020 & Kenosha
Episode 23 - 8-30-2020
29m
John Oliver discusses a week that saw the Republican National Convention, a horrific series of shootings in Kenosha, Wisconsin, and a strike in professional sports -- three stories that are really one story, about race in America.
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Border Wall
Episode 22 - 8-23-2020
29m
Nearing the 2020 election, John Oliver checks in on one of the key promises of President Trump’s 2016 campaign: the border wall. Plus, The “Unconventional Convention”; the return of Pumpkin Spice.
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Juries
Episode 21 - 8-16-2020
30m
John Oliver takes a look at why people of color are routinely excluded from becoming jurors, who their absence impacts, and what we can do to create a fairer system.
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U.S. History
Episode 20 - 8-02-2020
37m
A look at how the history of race is taught in schools; plus, Trump pushes bad medicine; Louie Gohmert tests positive; and Steve Guttenberg has a 'Cameo.'
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Uighurs
Episode 19 - 7-26-2020
29m
The Uighur people are facing human rights abuses in China; plus, Trump’s authoritarian show of force in Portland; Martha Stewart loosens up.
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Conspiracy Theories
Episode 18 - 7-19-2020
29m
Conspiracy theories are the hotcakes of the internet. John talks about why people like these conspiracy theories and why in the age of internet it spreads so quickly. He also explains the detrimental effect can have on people's life. Finally celebrities urges people to be more vigilant and inquisitive about these theories as majority of these theories are baseless and created to create unrest among people.
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Coronavirus IX: Evictions
Episode 17 - 6-28-2020
30m
Like coronavirus and unemployment issues evictions is something that USA could prepared for. While people are choosing between rent and food due to the pandemic, John Oliver presented the flaws of current system and flawed solution. He urges federal government to come with a proper solution for the affected soon. Also, some people refuse to wear masks, and Papa John embraces TikTok.
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Prisons & Jails
Episode 16 - 6-21-2020
28m
In the latest episode on coronavirus John talks about US prisons and jails. These confined spaces have frightening number of COVID-19 infections. And there has been insufficient initiatives to address the matter. Consequently, in some cases inmates are taking matters in their own hand to raise concern about situation behind bars.
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Facial Recognition
Episode 15 - 6-14-2020
30m
Facial recognition is no longer an issue of a thriller movie. It has become a part of our life. John Oliver talks about various aspects and global practice of facial recognition technology. He explains how dangerous it could be by addressing the questionable activities of facial recognition company Clearview AI.
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Police
Episode 14 - 6-07-2020
34m
This episode tackles the hard truth about the history of Police in the United States and the many problems that are faced in fixing those problems.
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Postal Voting
Episode 13 - 5-31-2020
30m
John explains the importance of voting by mail. Also, mass protests against police brutality erupt in Minneapolis, TV hosts inquire about the odd objects behind their stay-at-home guests, and John schools UFC president Dana White.
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Coronavirus Impact on Sports
Episode 12 - 5-17-2020
29m
John discusses the sudden disappearance of sports due to coronavirus, how their absence is impacting people emotionally and financially, and the complications of bringing them back anytime soon.
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United States Postal Service
Episode 11 - 5-10-2020
29m
John discusses the United States Postal Service which is in dire need of economic assistance from the government. He examines some of the essential services of the USPS and why it is facing such financial trouble due to a 2006 law requiring it to pre-pay health care benefits on a fifty year schedule while at the same time putting price caps on services and products.
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COVID-19 Testing
Episode 10 - 5-03-2020
31m
John points out the failure of The FDA and federal government when experts encourage widespread coronavirus testing for several months. The number of tests being done everyday far behind the lowest recommended number. John talks about the different types of tests: diagnostic and antibody tests, and how the tests work.
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Coronavirus Misinformation
Episode 9 - 4-19-2020
29m
John analyzes the right wing media's protests, conspiracy theories and misinformation spreading about the pandemic, spotlights Inside Edition's latest 'coming up' segments, and becomes a fan of the home edition of The Wendy Williams Show.
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Essential Workers
Episode 8 - 4-12-2020
29m
John explains how the Trump administration failed to protect the unemployed, small businesses and essential workers during the pandemic, the peeps make their unholy return, and 90s rat erotica makes John's day once again.
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One America News Network
Episode 7 - 4-05-2020
28m
John criticizes the Republican governors' response to the pandemic, showcases how everyone filming from home gets asked if they're wearing pants, and warns of the new ultra right wing, extremely pro-Trump network called OAN(N).
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Coronavirus III
Episode 6 - 3-29-2020
31m
In the first show from his makeshift home studio, John covers the horrible way COVID-19 pandemic is going and how Trump is mishandling it, how TV hosts are practicing social distancing, and how profoundly gleeful 90s erotic rat art can be.
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Coronavirus II
Episode 5 - 3-15-2020
22m
Main story: 2019–20 coronavirus outbreak, governmental response in the US, and the prevention of COVID-19. This episode was filmed at an unspecified location with no live audience as the studio and the show's offices were shut down after employees tested positive for COVID-19. John Oliver stated the show will go on hiatus for an unspecified amount of time but will definitely return.
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Sheriffs
Episode 4 - 3-08-2020
31m
Main story: A look at how much power and how little accountability local sheriffs have; plus, Trump's coronavirus incompetence; India's self-censorship of 'Last Week Tonight.'
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Coronavirus
Episode 3 - 3-01-2020
30m
John covers the Covid-19 pandemic, how each country, including the US, is handling it, and why the Phillie Phanatic is in a copyright row. Also, Tom Steyer quits the Democratic presidential race, and Chris Matthews messes up his sign offs.
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Modi
Episode 2 - 2-23-2020
30m
Main story: John Oliver talks about India's controversial Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, and his government's Hindu nationalism; plus, a look at Mike Bloomberg's presidential campaign.
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Medicare for All
Episode 1 - 2-16-2020
29m
Main story: The pros and cons of Medicare for All; plus, Bill Barr does Trump's personal bidding; and Flyers mascot Gritty is exonerated!
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Season 6
The Census
Episode 30 - 11-17-2019
35m
Main story: 2020 United States Census; plus, the impeachment inquiry against Donald Trump and Chiitan.
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SLAPP Suits
Episode 29 - 11-10-2019
34m
After winning a legal battle involving a coal executive and a giant squirrel, John Oliver explains how SLAPP suits are designed to stifle public dissent.
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Voting Machines
Episode 28 - 11-03-2019
29m
John Oliver discusses how voting machines work, how they don’t, and how we can fix them.
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Trump & Syria
Episode 27 - 10-27-2019
31m
John Oliver discusses the alarming decision to pull U.S. troops away from the border between Turkey and Syria.
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Weather
Episode 26 - 10-13-2019
29m
John talks about Weather forecasting, Barry Lee Myers and the National Weather Service
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One Child Policy
Episode 25 - 10-06-2019
34m
John Oliver discusses China’s one-child policy, and all its consequences, intended and not.
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Compounding Pharmacies
Episode 24 - 9-29-2019
32m
Compounding pharmacies create medication tailored to the specific needs of individual patients. John Oliver explains why this small corner of the drug market can cause big problems.
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Legal Immigration
Episode 23 - 9-15-2019
30m
Legal immigration is a term which was repeated throughout the Trump presidency. But John Oliver explains its absurdity as well as why people resort to illegal means to enter the country. He breaks down all the four ways a person can enter USA legally: Family, Employment, Good Luck (Visa Lottery), Bad Luck (Refugee).
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Filibuster
Episode 22 - 9-08-2019
30m
John Oliver explains why filibusters exist, why they shouldn't, and why it's stupid to drink coffee like a cat.
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Bias in Medicine
Episode 21 - 8-18-2019
29m
John Oliver discusses the roles that gender and racial bias can play in medical treatment.
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Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov
Episode 20 - 8-11-2019
30m
John Oliver takes a look at the president of Turkmenistan, a dangerous autocrat with some notably strange obsessions.
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Prison Labor
Episode 19 - 8-04-2019
30m
John Oliver explains how prisoners make and spend money, and how companies can profit at the expense of their families.
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Boris Johnson
Episode 18 - 7-28-2019
33m
John Oliver explains how Britain’s new prime minister, Boris Johnson, has succeeded – not despite his bumbling persona, but often because of it.
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Warehouses
Episode 17 - 6-30-2019
29m
It’s easy to buy things online, and even easier not to think about how they get to you. John Oliver discusses what happens when you click “buy now.”
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Everest
Episode 16 - 6-23-2019
29m
Climbing Mount Everest has become dangerously popular. John Oliver explains why.
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Impeachment
Episode 15 - 6-16-2019
29m
With a national conversation underway about the possibility of impeachment, John Oliver discusses whether the benefits outweigh the potential risks.
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Equal Rights Amendment
Episode 14 - 6-09-2019
29m
There’s still nothing in our constitution that explicitly prohibits sex discrimination. John Oliver talks about how to fix that.
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Medical Devices
Episode 13 - 6-02-2019
28m
John Oliver discusses the medical device industry, which is a huge business with a hugely troubling lack of regulation.
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Death Investigations
Episode 12 - 5-19-2019
29m
America’s system for conducting death investigations is a mess. John Oliver explains why we should all be a little more concerned about fixing it.
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Green New Deal
Episode 11 - 5-12-2019
29m
With the Green New Deal sparking a national conversation about all the ways to combat climate change, John Oliver looks at a few potential solutions.
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Lethal Injections
Episode 10 - 5-05-2019
31m
John Oliver discusses the lethal injection process, which is definitely not as pleasant as talking about a squeaking frog.
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Mueller Report
Episode 9 - 4-21-2019
29m
Following the release of the Mueller Report, John Oliver discusses what we’ve learned.
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Opioids II
Episode 8 - 4-14-2019
28m
Following some recent revelations about the role of large companies in America’s ongoing opioid epidemic, John Oliver takes another look at the crisis.
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Mobile Homes
Episode 7 - 4-07-2019
29m
Mobile homes may seem like an affordable housing option, but large investment companies are making them less and less so.
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WWE
Episode 6 - 3-31-2019
30m
John Oliver discusses how the WWE takes care of its wrestlers — and how it doesn’t.
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Public Shaming
Episode 5 - 3-17-2019
37m
John Oliver talks about the power of public shaming, good and bad.
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Robocalls
Episode 4 - 3-10-2019
29m
Robocalls are a growing problem. If only we could make the FCC care a little bit more about fixing it.
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Automation
Episode 3 - 3-03-2019
31m
Automation often seems like a scary new problem, but it’s neither entirely scary nor entirely new.
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Psychics
Episode 2 - 2-24-2019
29m
Psychics may seem harmless and fun on TV, but they can make a lot of money by exploiting vulnerable people.
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Brexit III
Episode 1 - 2-17-2019
29m
The UK could officially leave the European Union next month, which would be a huge change with hugely damaging consequences.
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Season 5
Authoritarianism
Episode 30 - 11-18-2018
38m
John Oliver discusses the growing number of authoritarian leaders around the world, their common characteristics, and whether or not one of them is currently our president.
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Drain the Swamp
Episode 29 - 11-11-2018
38m
Donald Trump promised to “drain the swamp.” But considering the culture of corruption inside of his administration, Washington is looking awfully...swampy.
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Family Separation
Episode 28 - 11-04-2018
29m
John Oliver discusses the disturbing policy that separated migrant families detained at our southern border, and the disturbingly real chance that it could happen again.
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State Attorneys General
Episode 27 - 10-28-2018
29m
State AGs have become major partisan players in national politics, so the races to elect them are worth your attention.
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Saudi Arabia
Episode 26 - 10-14-2018
33m
Following the alarming disappearance of a Saudi journalist and political dissident, John Oliver examines America's uncomfortably comfortable relationship with Saudi Arabia.
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Brazilian Elections
Episode 25 - 10-07-2018
29m
Brazil is about to elect a new president during a turbulent period of political corruption and economic uncertainty. John Oliver urges the people of Brazil not to figuratively fingerbang their democracy.
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Brett Kavanaugh
Episode 24 - 9-30-2018
31m
John Oliver discusses the ongoing controversy surrounding Brett Kavanaugh, the sexual assault allegations against him, his Supreme Court nomination, and what that could all mean for the highest (mostly-dog) court in the land.
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Episode 23 - 9-23-2018
30m
Facebook’s global expansion has been linked to political turmoil overseas, so maybe their ads should focus less on how they “connect the world” and more on why connecting people isn’t always the best idea.
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Felony Disenfranchisement
Episode 22 - 9-09-2018
29m
Many people with felony convictions are unfairly prohibited from voting, and the worst state for this — surprise — is Florida.
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Trade
Episode 21 - 8-19-2018
29m
Donald Trump is waging a trade war that hurts a lot of American workers. Maybe he would understand that if our heavy-handed documentaries about the global trading system were more informative.
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Astroturfing
Episode 20 - 8-12-2018
28m
Organizations can hire fake advocates who create the illusion of real support for their message. It’s a shady practice called astroturfing that can warp the public perception of anything...even astroturfing.
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Prosecutors
Episode 19 - 8-05-2018
29m
John Oliver explains how prosecutors use, or in some cases misuse, their power within our criminal justice system and why it’s important to know whether or not your district attorney is a dog.
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Workplace Sexual Harassment
Episode 18 - 7-29-2018
38m
With a national dialogue underway about sexual harassment in the workplace, John Oliver sits down with Anita Hill to discuss the recent response to a not-so-recent problem.
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Gene Editing
Episode 17 - 7-01-2018
28m
Scientists are developing new ways to alter the genetic code of living organisms. John Oliver explores the risks, rewards, and wolf-related hazards of gene editing.
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Mexican Elections
Episode 16 - 6-24-2018
29m
Mexico is on the verge of a major election. John Oliver discusses some things we should know about the races and one thing we should not know about Santa Claus.
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Xi Jinping
Episode 15 - 6-17-2018
29m
Chinese president Xi Jinping is amassing an alarming amount of political power. If only his propaganda videos made the idea of unrestricted authority seem as troubling as the concept of singing children.
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Stupid Watergate II
Episode 14 - 6-10-2018
29m
John Oliver explains how the president and his allies are going full O. J. in order to undermine the investigation of Russian interference in the 2016 election.
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Guardianship
Episode 13 - 6-03-2018
30m
It’s alarmingly easy for a total stranger to gain total control over the life of a senior citizen. We enlisted a group of celebrities to offer a warning about predatory behavior...in a legal guardian or a hippo.
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Drug Rehabilitation Clinics
Episode 12 - 5-20-2018
29m
Other segments: Wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, proposed 2018 North Korea-United States summit
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Venezuela
Episode 11 - 5-13-2018
29m
John Oliver discusses the devastating economic crisis in Venezuela and enlists the help of a large bird who bears a striking resemblance to Wilmer Valderrama.
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Rudy Giuliani
Episode 10 - 5-06-2018
29m
Rudy Giuliani is new to Trump’s legal team, but not to public controversy. Last Week Tonight examines his turbulent record in the wake of his recent political upsets.
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Iran Deal
Episode 9 - 4-22-2018
29m
Donald Trump could soon dismantle the agreement designed to curb the Iranian nuclear program. Our catheter cowboy will do his best to keep that from happening.
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Corporate Taxes
Episode 8 - 4-15-2018
29m
Many of America’s largest corporations shift a surprising portion of their profits overseas to avoid paying taxes. Even more surprisingly, that’s a legal thing to do.
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Crisis Pregnancy Centers
Episode 7 - 4-08-2018
35m
Crisis pregnancy centers deceptively steer woman away from abortion. They can be started way too easily by religious groups like, for instance, a late night talk show’s megachurch.
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Immigration Courts
Episode 6 - 4-01-2018
29m
America’s dysfunctional immigration court system forces many children to appear in court alone. That’s as ridiculous in real life as it would be on a courtroom television show.
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Mike Pence
Episode 5 - 3-18-2018
29m
John Oliver can't help but say nice things about the Vice President's rabbit, Marlon Bundo. Last Week Tonight even wrote a children's book about him.
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Cryptocurrencies
Episode 4 - 3-11-2018
34m
Digital currencies are generating a lot of excitement. John Oliver enlists Keegan-Michael Key to get potential investors equally excited about the concept of caution.
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NRA TV
Episode 3 - 3-04-2018
28m
The NRA's streaming lifestyle network aims to boost gun sales, often by using an ominous tone that would make just about anything sound terrifying...including muffins.
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Italian Election
Episode 2 - 2-25-2018
33m
Italy is in the throes of a turbulent race to elect a new prime minister. John Oliver discusses the colorful contenders and introduces an equally ridiculous candidate.
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Trump vs. The World
Episode 1 - 2-18-2018
30m
America's reputation is being damaged by its own president. John Oliver, several dinosaurs, and the NYC Gay Men's Chorus remind the world that our country is...complicated.
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Season 4
The Trump Presidency
Episode 30 - 11-12-2017
30m
One year after the presidential election, John Oliver discusses what we've learned so far and enlists our catheter cowboy to teach Donald Trump what he hasn't.
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Economic Development
Episode 29 - 11-05-2017
39m
State and local governments offer large financial incentives to attract employers to their part of the country. John Oliver explains what communities get, or often don't get, in return.
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Floods
Episode 28 - 10-29-2017
37m
John Oliver explains why our federal system for financing flood recovery perpetuates a pattern of destruction and why you should never offer a tortilla chip to a seagull.
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Equifax
Episode 27 - 10-15-2017
29m
John Oliver discusses the massive impact of the cybersecurity breach at Equifax and their massively misguided attempts to mitigate the damage.
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Confederacy
Episode 26 - 10-08-2017
30m
Confederate symbols are still celebrated despite the ugly history they symbolize. John Oliver suggests some representations of southern pride that involve less racism and more Stephen Colbert.
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Forensic Science
Episode 25 - 10-01-2017
29m
Forensic science used in criminal trials can be surprisingly unscientific. Maybe a new television procedural could help change the public perception.
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Corporate Consolidation
Episode 24 - 9-24-2017
29m
Big businesses are getting even bigger thanks to a rise in corporate mergers. John Oliver explains why that could make you want to physically destroy your cable box.
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Joe Arpaio
Episode 23 - 9-10-2017
29m
Donald Trump issued his first presidential pardon to the last person who should get one. John Oliver discusses the troubling record of former Arizona sheriff Joe Arpaio.
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Nuclear Waste
Episode 22 - 8-20-2017
28m
Nuclear waste poses a serious threat to public health if it's not stored in a safe place. John Oliver explains why the United States desperately needs to build a metaphorical toilet for all that waste.
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North Korea
Episode 21 - 8-13-2017
35m
As nuclear tensions continue to escalate between the United States and North Korea, John Oliver enlists "Weird Al" Yankovic to perform some accordion-based diplomacy.
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Border Patrol
Episode 20 - 8-06-2017
30m
Donald Trump's plan to hire more Border Patrol agents could lead to more corruption and misconduct. If only their recruitment ads were designed to attract the most suitable applicants.
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Alex Jones
Episode 19 - 7-30-2017
32m
Alex Jones is known for pushing conspiracy theories, but he also spends a lot of time promoting his own products. John Oliver and a “doctor” “from” M.I.T. test out his marketing strategy.
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Sinclair Broadcast Group
Episode 18 - 7-02-2017
35m
Sinclair Broadcast Group is the largest owner of local TV stations in the country. That's alarming considering that they often inject political views into local news.
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Vaccines
Episode 17 - 6-25-2017
40m
The benefits of vaccines far outweigh the minuscule risks, but some parents still question their safety. John Oliver discusses why some people may still feel uncertainty about childhood vaccinations.
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Coal
Episode 16 - 6-18-2017
31m
We’ve heard a lot of talk about coal miners in the last year, but what are the real issues surrounding coal? John Oliver and a giant squirrel look into it.
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Brexit II
Episode 15 - 6-11-2017
29m
In the wake of a divisive election, the UK will begin the process of leaving the European Union. John Oliver and an intergalactic space lord propose a plan.
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Paris Agreement
Episode 14 - 6-04-2017
30m
Donald Trump plans to withdraw the United States from the Paris agreement on climate change. That's bad news for anyone who happens to live on this planet.
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Stupid Watergate
Episode 13 - 5-21-2017
29m
John Oliver discusses the shocking magnitude and potential impact of the latest revelations surrounding the Russia investigation.
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Dialysis
Episode 12 - 5-14-2017
40m
For-profit dialysis companies often maximize their profits at the expense of their patients. John Oliver explores why a medical clinic is nothing like a Taco Bell.
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Net Neutrality II
Episode 11 - 5-07-2017
30m
Equal access to online information is once again under serious threat. John Oliver encourages internet commenters to voice their displeasure to the FCC by visiting www.gofccyourself.com.
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Ivanka & Jared
Episode 10 - 4-23-2017
35m
Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner hold an incredible amount of political power. That's troubling considering their incredibly small amount of political experience.
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French Elections
Episode 9 - 4-16-2017
29m
The presidential election in France could determine the political future of Europe. John Oliver visits an excessively French bistro to deliver an urgent message to voters.
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Gerrymandering
Episode 8 - 4-09-2017
35m
Lawmakers often reshape voting districts to shift the balance of political power. That's unfair to voters, even those of us with questionable judgment.
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Marijuana
Episode 7 - 4-02-2017
30m
Under federal law, even legal marijuana is illegal. John Oliver explains why conflicting drug laws pose serious problems.
8.2/10Where to watch
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Federal Budget
Episode 6 - 3-19-2017
30m
Donald Trump's federal budget plan proposes large funding cuts with largely negative consequences. John Oliver examines the troubling priorities of the new administration.
8.2/10Where to watch
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American Health Care Act
Episode 5 - 3-12-2017
29m
The Republican health care bill could leave many Americans without affordable coverage. Last Week Tonight's catheter cowboy returns to morning cable news to explain that to Donald Trump.
8.2/10Where to watch
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Dalai Lama
Episode 4 - 3-05-2017
29m
Tibetan Buddhists have suffered deep persecution by the Chinese government. John Oliver sits down with the Dalai Lama to discuss China, the conditions in Tibet, and horse milk.
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Obamacare
Episode 3 - 2-26-2017
30m
Congressional Republicans could soon vote to repeal Obamacare. John Oliver explores why their replacement plans are similar to a thong.
8.2/10Where to watch
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Putin
Episode 2 - 2-19-2017
30m
Vladimir Putin is known as a ruthless leader and master manipulator. John Oliver enlists a group of singing dancers to explain that to Donald Trump.
8.5/10Where to watch
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Trump vs. Truth
Episode 1 - 2-12-2017
30m
Donald Trump spreads a lot of false information thanks to his daily consumption of morning cable news. If only we could sneak some facts into the president’s media diet.
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Season 3
President-Elect Trump
Episode 30 - 11-13-2016
29m
The presidential race has been a hell of a ride. ‘Last Week Tonight’ closes out the election and Season 3 with a bang.
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Multilevel Marketing
Episode 29 - 11-06-2016
39m
Multilevel marketing companies claim to be legitimate businesses, but some seems awfully pyramid shaped, and that's a problem.
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School Segregation
Episode 28 - 10-30-2016
29m
Public schools are increasingly divided by race and class. John Oliver discusses the troubling trend towards school resegregation.
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Opioids
Episode 27 - 10-23-2016
34m
John Oliver discusses the extent and root of the nation’s epidemic of opioid addiction.
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Third Parties
Episode 26 - 10-16-2016
29m
Third party candidates want to be serious contenders, so John Oliver considers them seriously as potential presidents.
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Guantánamo
Episode 25 - 10-09-2016
39m
John Oliver examines the legal and moral issues surrounding the military prison at Guantánamo Bay.
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Police Accountability
Episode 24 - 10-02-2016
36m
John Oliver discusses the systems in place to investigate and hold police officers accountable for misconduct.
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Scandals
Episode 23 - 9-25-2016
29m
Taking a walk down memory lane, 'Last Week Tonight' assesses Donald Trump's vs. Hillary Clinton's scandals.
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Charter Schools
Episode 22 - 8-21-2016
34m
Charter schools are privately run, publicly funded, and irregularly regulated. John Oliver explores why they aren’t at all like pizzerias.
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Auto Lending
Episode 21 - 8-14-2016
29m
Auto lenders can steer vulnerable people into crushing debt. Keegan-Michael Key and Bob Balaban help John Oliver show exactly how.
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Journalism
Episode 20 - 8-07-2016
29m
John Oliver has some bad news about the state of the industry that gives us our news. Plus, the coverage of the Opening Ceremony of Rio Olympics.
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Democratic National Convention
Episode 19 - 7-31-2016
29m
John covers the rocky Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia. Plus, the military coup in Turkey and its aftermath, the voter ID laws targeting the minorities and how are tanning beds still a thing.
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Republican National Convention
Episode 18 - 7-24-2016
29m
John talks about the disastrous Republican National Convention in Cleveland, where politicians were mostly talking about their feelings equating them to facts. Plus, Hillary Clinton's VP pick, the appointment of Boris Johnson as Britain's Foreign Secretary, the resignation of Roger Ailes from FOX and the unauthorized use of songs in political campaigns.
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Doping
Episode 17 - 6-26-2016
29m
John talks about the aftermath of the Brexit vote in the United Kingdom and doping in sports with the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio on the horizon.
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Brexit
Episode 16 - 6-19-2016
29m
John Oliver on “Brexiting” from the EU: There might be an innate British desire to diss Europe, but Last Week Tonight lays out exactly why it’s a mistake to leave the EU.
8.1/10Where to watch
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Retirement Plans
Episode 15 - 6-12-2016
31m
John Oliver Covers Ins and Outs of Retirement Plans: Saving for retirement means navigating a potential minefield of high fees and bad advice - Last Week Tonight is here to help.
8.1/10Where to watch
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Debt Buyers
Episode 14 - 6-05-2016
34m
John Oliver Takes On Debt Buyers: Companies that purchase debt on the cheap will aggressively collect on it. 'Last Week Tonight’ took a hands-on approach to addressing this issue.
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Primaries and Caucuses
Episode 13 - 5-22-2016
29m
Last Week Tonight Tackles U.S. Primaries and Caucuses: The United States selection process for presidential nominees is convoluted — to say the least. Nevertheless, John Oliver reminds Americans that the "middle of the game" is the worst possible time to change the rules.
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911
Episode 12 - 5-15-2016
29m
John Oliver on 911 Reliability: Things you never want to hear: there are no guarantees when you call 911. Emergency call centers are in desperate need of funding and new technology, so “no guarantees” is the unfortunate reality.
8.1/10Where to watch
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Scientific Studies
Episode 11 - 5-08-2016
29m
John Oliver on Sticking to the Facts: Media outlets often report new findings from scientific studies, but how many are true?
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Puerto Rico
Episode 10 - 4-24-2016
29m
Puerto Rico is suffering a massive debt crisis. Lin-Manuel Miranda joins John Oliver to call for relief.
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Lead
Episode 9 - 4-17-2016
29m
Lead poisoning is a national problem. If only lawmakers were as concerned as the puppets on Sesame Street.
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Credit Reports
Episode 8 - 4-10-2016
29m
Credit reports play a surprisingly large role in our lives, but even more surprising is how often they contain critical mistakes. John Oliver helps credit agencies see why this is a problem.
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Congressional Fundraising
Episode 7 - 4-03-2016
29m
Lawmakers have to raise money to keep their jobs, but a surprising amount of their job now consists of raising money. John Oliver sits down with Congressman Steve Israel to discuss the costs of political spending.
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Border Wall
Episode 6 - 3-20-2016
29m
Donald Drumpf wants to build a wall on the U.S.-Mexico border. Is his plan feasible?
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Encryption
Episode 5 - 3-13-2016
28m
Strong encryption poses problems for law enforcement, is weakening it worth the risks it presents? It’s…complicated.
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Special Districts
Episode 4 - 3-06-2016
29m
Special districts spend more public money than all city governments combined. That's odd considering most of us don't know they exist.
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Donald Trump
Episode 3 - 2-28-2016
29m
John talks about the Egyptian president and economic crisis, the Guantanamo Bay shutdown and Donald Trump.
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Abortion Laws
Episode 2 - 2-21-2016
29m
John talks about the South Carolina Republican primary, the Supreme Court vacancy and abortion, which theoretically is legal in the U.S., but some states make it practically inaccessible. Plus, how is Hollywood whitewashing still a thing?
8.6/10Buy
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Voting
Episode 1 - 2-14-2016
29m
John talks about the late Antonin Scalia's love of the Letter of the Law, Chipotle's food safety problems, how Voter IDs laws should be applied to those who write them, and New Zealand's economic development minister Steven Joyce.
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Season 2
Refugees & Pennies
Episode 35 - 11-22-2015
29m
John reflects on the aftermath of Paris attacks and how it affects refugees worldwide. Plus, he questions the usefulness of the U.S. penny, since minting the coins costs more than they're actually worth.
8.4/10Buy
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Daily Fantasy Sports
Episode 34 - 11-15-2015
29m
John talks about the recent Paris attacks, China's Singles Day, the Koh-i-Noor diamond and Daily Fantasy Sports.
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Prisoner Re-entry
Episode 33 - 11-08-2015
29m
John Oliver discusses problems that prisoners face when re-entering the society after they're released from prison. A quick interview with Bilal Chatman shines a light on one such case. Plus, a law proposed in the United Kingdom advocates for a mass surveillance of citizens' online activities, how Department of Defense is paying huge sums of money to professional sports teams to honor veterans during their events, and Washington Redskins file a lawsuit to defend their poorly chosen trademark name by naming other terrible examples.
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Medicaid Gap
Episode 32 - 11-01-2015
29m
John Oliver looks at the upcoming local state elections, the results of which could affect the lives of millions of Americans that are looking for Medicaid assistance. Plus, the 'peace talks' held in Vienna, Austria concerning the war in Syria gather nearly 20 countries, but not a single representative from Syria itself. And how Kenny G could help de-escalate the tension between China and its neighbors in South China Sea.
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Canada
Episode 31 - 10-18-2015
29m
Canada is about to have a major election. John Oliver enlists Mike Myers, a beaver, and a moose to give voters some advice. Plus, the unpopularity of the Mexican president Enrique Peña Nieto and the habit of American politicians to misquote historical figures.
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North Dakota
Episode 30 - 10-11-2015
29m
North Dakota is known for being polite, but perhaps they’ve been a little too hospitable to oil companies. Plus, the mess atop of FIFA's leadership and the connection between Toyota and ISIS.
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Mental Health
Episode 29 - 10-04-2015
29m
John discusses Russia's involvement in Syria, the U.N. General Assembly, and the problems with the national system for treating mental illness. Plus, why creating a Yelp-like app for rating other people seems like a bad idea.
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Migrants and Refugees
Episode 28 - 9-27-2015
29m
Millions of migrants seeking asylum in Europe face hostility, racism, and red tape. John Oliver does one admittedly tiny thing for one of them. Plus Pope's visit to the U.S., the unsavory practices of Volkswagen car manufacturer, and some shocking allegations about the activities of former British PM David Cameron.
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Public Defenders
Episode 27 - 9-13-2015
29m
The Miranda warning includes the right to a public defender. It doesn’t include the fact that public defenders are highly overworked and grossly underpaid. Plus, a Michigan state legislature scandal, Guatemala's unusual election, and the longevity of Queen Elizabeth II.
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LGBT Discrimination
Episode 26 - 8-23-2015
28m
This year’s gay marriage ruling was a milestone, but LGBT discrimination is still surprisingly legal. John Oliver explains why we need a federal anti-discrimination law. Plus, the rising tensions on the border between North and South Korea, and why Vladimir Putin has started a war on food.
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Church
Episode 25 - 8-16-2015
29m
John discusses predatory churches and televangelism, and how the U.S. tax law allows them to get away with almost anything. Plus, the raising of the American flag in Cuba, the redesign of New Zealand's flag, and President Harding's illegitimate child.
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Sex Education
Episode 24 - 8-09-2015
29m
Sex education varies widely between school districts, leaving many teens without comprehensive information. We made a video that covers what some schools are too embarrassed to teach.
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District of Columbia
Episode 23 - 8-02-2015
29m
Washington DC experiences taxation without representation. It's also missing from rhyming state songs. John Oliver and a group of singing children fix one of these problems. Plus, a sex scandal involving the Chairman of the British House of Lords.
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Mandatory Minimum Sentencing Laws
Episode 22 - 7-26-2015
29m
Mandatory minimums require fixed prison sentences for certain crimes. John Oliver explains why we treat some turkeys better than most low-level offenders.
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Food Waste
Episode 21 - 7-19-2015
29m
Producers, sellers, and consumers waste tons of food. John Oliver discusses the shocking amount of food we don’t eat.
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Stadiums
Episode 20 - 7-12-2015
28m
Cities spend massive amounts of public money on privately-owned stadiums. Cities issue tax-exempt municipal bonds that — wait, don’t fall asleep!
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Transgender Rights
Episode 19 - 6-28-2015
29m
This week’s gay rights victory was historic, but the transgender community still faces staggering challenges. John Oliver focuses on the “T” in “LGBT."
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The Internet
Episode 18 - 6-21-2015
29m
Online harassment is a major problem, but it’s rarely prosecuted. If only we’d been warned about this in the early days of the internet.
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Torture
Episode 17 - 6-14-2015
29m
The US Senate Torture Report revealed horrifying details of America's interrogation program. Helen Mirren will fill you in. Plus, information about the 2015 European Games and the Canadian Senate expenses scandal.
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Bail
Episode 16 - 6-07-2015
29m
John Oliver explains why America’s bail system is better for the reality TV industry than it is for the justice system.
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FIFA II
Episode 15 - 5-31-2015
29m
After the arrests of numerous top officials, John Oliver decided to give an update on the state of FIFA. Also, Thailand's ignorance about the world's history involving Hitler might require some re-education.
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Chickens
Episode 14 - 5-17-2015
29m
John Oliver explains how chicken farming can be unfair, punishing, and inhumane. And not just for the chickens!
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Paid Family Leave
Episode 13 - 5-10-2015
29m
Many American companies do not offer paid leave after the birth of a child, which means they probably shouldn’t run sappy Mother’s Day ads. Also, the Japanese have some unhealthy obsession with mascots and John proposes to adopt some of that culture in the U.S. government agencies as well.
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Standardized Testing
Episode 12 - 5-03-2015
29m
American students face a ridiculous amount of testing. John Oliver explains how standardized tests impact school funding, the achievement gap and how often the kids are expected to throw up while taking one.
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Fashion
Episode 11 - 4-26-2015
29m
John explores the concept of changing and cheap fashion and some of the ugliest truths of the manufacturing process.
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Patents
Episode 10 - 4-19-2015
29m
For inventors, patents are an essential protection against theft. But when patent trolls abuse the system by stockpiling patents and threatening lawsuits, businesses are forced to shell out tons of money. Also, CNN produced an actual doomsday video to broadcast when the world is ending and it’s incredibly dull. We've enlisted Martin Sheen to help make humanity’s final moments happier!
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The IRS
Episode 9 - 4-12-2015
29m
Nobody likes the IRS. But recent budget and staff cuts have made it increasingly difficult for the department to do its very important job. Don’t take our word for it. Ask Michael Bolton.
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Government Surveillance
Episode 8 - 4-05-2015
45m
There are very few government checks on what America’s sweeping surveillance programs are capable of doing. John Oliver sits down with Edward Snowden to discuss the NSA, the balance between privacy and security, and dick-pics.
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Municipal Violations
Episode 7 - 3-22-2015
29m
If you have money, committing a municipal violation may pose you a minor inconvenience. If you don’t, it can ruin your life. Also, the New Hampshire legislature refused to make the red-tailed hawk the official raptor of their state... so Last Week Tonight made it the official raptor of the show.
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The NCAA
Episode 6 - 3-15-2015
29m
The NCAA doesn’t pay athletes because they consider them amateurs. The NCAA considers them amateurs because they don’t get paid.
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U.S. Territories
Episode 5 - 3-08-2015
29m
A set of Supreme Court decisions made over 100 years ago has left U.S. territories without meaningful representation. That’s weird, right? Plus, daylight saving time doesn’t actually benefit anyone. Strangely, it’s still a thing!
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Infrastructure
Episode 4 - 3-01-2015
29m
America's crumbling infrastructure: It's not a sexy problem, but it is a scary one.
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Elected Judges
Episode 3 - 2-22-2015
29m
The vast majority of US judges are elected, forcing many judges to pander to the electorate and accept campaign money in order to keep their jobs. This seems slightly troubling...
The UK's Labour Party has painted a campaign van pink in an attempt to attract women voters. We are glad they didn't keep going with that strategy.
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Tobacco
Episode 2 - 2-15-2015
29m
Thanks to tobacco industry regulations and marketing restrictions in the U.S., smoking rates have dropped dramatically. John Oliver explains how tobacco companies are keeping their business strong overseas and how Phillip Morris International in particular is employing some unethical legal practices while suing some of the world's poorest countries. Plus, we've noticed that the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue still exists but can’t quite figure out why.
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Marketing to Doctors
Episode 1 - 2-08-2015
29m
John Oliver discusses the growing issues of pharmaceutical companies marketing directly to and through doctors. Also, since RadioShack has filed for bankruptcy, John has created a farewell message for them. Plus, the online sessions by Ecuadorian President Rafael Correa to address the public aren't going too well.
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Season 1
The Lottery
Episode 24 - 11-09-2014
29m
The Lottery: State lotteries claim to be good for education and the general wellbeing of citizens. But are they? (Spoiler alert: No.)
Also, there is a cannon that shoots salmon over dams. It’s awesome. Check it out.
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State Legislatures and ALEC
Episode 23 - 11-02-2014
29m
While midterm coverage is largely focused on the parts of Congress that do very little, vital (and bizarre) midterm elections are going unexamined. State legislators pass a lot of bills, and some of that efficiency is thanks to a group called ALEC that writes legislation for them. It’s as shady as it sounds!
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Sugar
Episode 22 - 10-26-2014
29m
John Oliver talks about a Russian submarine in Sweden, ebola in New York, added sugar in food, Rob Ford's brother and interviews Jane Goodall.
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Military Translators
Episode 21 - 10-19-2014
29m
Translators who have aided the U.S. Military in Afghanistan and Iraq are in great danger in their home countries, but red tape is making it impossible for many of them to leave. John Oliver interviews FNU Mohammad, one translator who made it out. Plus, since cameras aren’t allowed in the Supreme Court discussions, most coverage of the important cases looks like garbage. John fixes that problem with real animals and fake paws.
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Civil Forfeiture
Episode 20 - 10-05-2014
29m
Main story: how desperate the American law enforcement is to make money out of everyone by using the process called the "civil asset forfeiture," and how it would make for a weird episode of "Law and Order." Plus, John wants to host the 2022 Winter Olympics and how is Columbus Day still a thing.
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Drones
Episode 19 - 9-28-2014
29m
John discusses U.S. military drones and the Kansas state budget shortfall. Also, Narendra Modi, the Prime Minster of India visited New York and did some classic New York things.
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United States Embargo Against Cuba, Miss America 2015
Episode 18 - 9-21-2014
29m
John covers the results of the Scottish referendum that took place the week before and explains why the policy of United States having embargo against Cuba doesn't make sense .
The main story focuses on the Miss America pageant and their scholarships to women. John explains how outdated and absurd the requirements for the contestants are and to illustrate these problems, stages his own pageant with the help of a guest star - Kathy Griffin.
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Scottish Independence Referendum
Episode 17 - 9-14-2014
29m
John talks about the NFL's decision on Ray Rice's contract, the international response to ISIS, Scotland's separation from the United Kingdom and Twitter hashtags that are being misused by corporations.
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Student Debt
Episode 16 - 9-07-2014
29m
John talks about ISIS and student loan debt. Musical group A Great Big World make a special appearance.
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Shooting of Michael Brown and Police Militarization
Episode 15 - 8-17-2014
29m
Focuses on the shooting of Michael Brown and police militarization in Ferguson, MO. John also discusses the topic of equal pay for equal work.
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Payday Loans
Episode 14 - 8-10-2014
28m
John talks about the return of US military actions in Iraq, replacing all passwords due to a global security breach and the terrible practices of the Payday Loan industry.
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Native Advertising
Episode 13 - 8-03-2014
29m
John talks about Uganda's anti-gay laws, the CIA's recent report on their use of torture, the New York Port Authority, Argentina's default on debt and native advertising.
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Nuclear Weapons and the United States
Episode 12 - 7-27-2014
29m
John talks about human rights violations in the Middle East, nuclear disarmament and Russia's science satellite that lost communication.
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Incarceration in the United States
Episode 11 - 7-20-2014
29m
John talks about the Gaza crisis, the decay of American prisons and the gambling addiction problem in Singapore.
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Income and Wealth Inequality
Episode 10 - 7-13-2014
29m
John talks about modern American income inequality, Warren G. Harding's love letters and President Obama's "Day In The Life" tour.
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Burwell v. Hobby Lobby
Episode 9 - 6-29-2014
29m
John Oliver sheds light on recent Supreme Court cases and discusses gay rights in Uganda with activist Pepe Julian Onziema.
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Dr. Oz
Episode 8 - 6-22-2014
29m
John talks about Iraq, Antarctica tourism and Dr. Oz's "Miracle Drug".
8.2/10Buy
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Immigration Reform
Episode 7 - 6-15-2014
29m
John talks about US Immigration and interviews Professor Stephen Hawking.
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FIFA and the World Cup
Episode 6 - 6-08-2014
29m
John talks about California Chrome and the Belmont Stakes, FIFA and the 2014 World Cup, and Syrian President Bashar al-Assad.
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Net Neutrality
Episode 5 - 6-01-2014
29m
John talks about the rise of the far-right political parties in Europe, the Ukrainian election, Afghanistan, Net Neutrality, Australia's hard-line right-wing Prime Minister Tony Abbott and the 2014 Scripps National Spelling Bee.
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The Right to Be Forgotten
Episode 4 - 5-18-2014
29m
John talks about the product recall going on at General Motors, the EU Court of Justice "Right to be Forgotten" ruling and updates us on how the Indian election is going with help from Fareed Zakaria.
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Climate Change Denial
Episode 3 - 5-11-2014
29m
John talks about Eurovision, Ukraine and Russia's relations and interviews Bill Nye about Climate Change.
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Capital Punishment
Episode 2 - 5-04-2014
29m
John talks about the recent issues of the death penalty, François Hollande and the rising issues happening in Brunei.
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POM Wonderful v. Coca-Cola
Episode 1 - 4-27-2014
30m
John talks about the Indian election, Pom Wonderful and talks with the former NSA Director General Keith Alexander.
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SLAPP Suits
Episode 29 - 11-10-2019
34m
After winning a legal battle involving a coal executive and a giant squirrel, John Oliver explains how SLAPP suits are designed to stifle public dissent.
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Government Surveillance
Episode 8 - 4-05-2015
45m
There are very few government checks on what America’s sweeping surveillance programs are capable of doing. John Oliver sits down with Edward Snowden to discuss the NSA, the balance between privacy and security, and dick-pics.
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Church
Episode 25 - 8-16-2015
29m
John discusses predatory churches and televangelism, and how the U.S. tax law allows them to get away with almost anything. Plus, the raising of the American flag in Cuba, the redesign of New Zealand's flag, and President Harding's illegitimate child.
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Donald Trump
Episode 3 - 2-28-2016
29m
John talks about the Egyptian president and economic crisis, the Guantanamo Bay shutdown and Donald Trump.
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Trump vs. Truth
Episode 1 - 2-12-2017
30m
Donald Trump spreads a lot of false information thanks to his daily consumption of morning cable news. If only we could sneak some facts into the president’s media diet.
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