The Daily Show

Season 17

157 episodes · Oct 3, 2011

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  • Thomas Friedman
    S17E1

    Thomas Friedman

    Oct 3, 2011

    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.

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  • Michael Lewis
    S17E2

    Michael Lewis

    Oct 4, 2011

    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.

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  • Hugh Jackman
    S17E3

    Hugh Jackman

    Oct 5, 2011

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

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  • Jason Sudeikis
    S17E4

    Jason Sudeikis

    Oct 6, 2011

    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.

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  • Ellen Schultz
    S17E5

    Ellen Schultz

    Oct 17, 2011

    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.

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  • Calvin Trillin
    S17E6

    Calvin Trillin

    Oct 18, 2011

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

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  • Al Sharpton
    S17E7

    Al Sharpton

    Oct 19, 2011

    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.

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  • Richard Brookhiser
    S17E8

    Richard Brookhiser

    Oct 20, 2011

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

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  • Kevin Clash
    S17E9

    Kevin Clash

    Oct 24, 2011

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

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  • Walter Isaacson
    S17E10

    Walter Isaacson

    Oct 25, 2011

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

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  • Lisa Randall
    S17E11

    Lisa Randall

    Oct 26, 2011

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

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  • Andrew Napolitano
    S17E12

    Andrew Napolitano

    Oct 27, 2011

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

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  • Mindy Kaling
    S17E13

    Mindy Kaling

    Oct 31, 2011

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

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  • Condoleezza Rice
    S17E14

    Condoleezza Rice

    Nov 1, 2011

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

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  • Tom Brokaw
    S17E15

    Tom Brokaw

    Nov 2, 2011

    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.

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  • Brad Paisley
    S17E16

    Brad Paisley

    Nov 3, 2011

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

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  • Clint Eastwood
    S17E17

    Clint Eastwood

    Nov 7, 2011

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

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  • Bill Clinton
    S17E18

    Bill Clinton

    Nov 8, 2011

    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.

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  • Nancy Pelosi
    S17E19

    Nancy Pelosi

    Nov 9, 2011

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

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  • Adam Sandler
    S17E20

    Adam Sandler

    Nov 10, 2011

    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.

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  • Leymah Gbowee
    S17E21

    Leymah Gbowee

    Nov 14, 2011

    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.

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  • Mark Kelly
    S17E22

    Mark Kelly

    Nov 15, 2011

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

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  • Diane Keaton
    S17E23

    Diane Keaton

    Nov 16, 2011

    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.

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  • Martin Scorsese
    S17E24

    Martin Scorsese

    Nov 17, 2011

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

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  • Merrill Markoe
    S17E25

    Merrill Markoe

    Nov 28, 2011

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

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  • Betty White
    S17E26

    Betty White

    Nov 29, 2011

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

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  • Bono
    S17E27

    Bono

    Nov 30, 2011

    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.

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  • Bob Costas
    S17E28

    Bob Costas

    Dec 1, 2011

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

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  • Ben Lowy
    S17E29

    Ben Lowy

    Dec 5, 2011

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

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  • Jonah Hill
    S17E30

    Jonah Hill

    Dec 6, 2011

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

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  • Ralph Fiennes
    S17E31

    Ralph Fiennes

    Dec 7, 2011

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

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  • Ed Gillespie
    S17E32

    Ed Gillespie

    Dec 8, 2011

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

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  • Anne Burrell
    S17E33

    Anne Burrell

    Dec 12, 2011

    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.

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  • Lawrence Lessig
    S17E34

    Lawrence Lessig

    Dec 13, 2011

    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.

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  • Melody Barnes
    S17E35

    Melody Barnes

    Dec 14, 2011

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

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  • Matt Damon
    S17E36

    Matt Damon

    Dec 15, 2011

    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.

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  • Charles Barkley
    S17E37

    Charles Barkley

    Jan 3, 2012

    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.

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  • Elizabeth Dowling Taylor
    S17E38

    Elizabeth Dowling Taylor

    Jan 4, 2012

    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.

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  • Craig Shirley
    S17E39

    Craig Shirley

    Jan 5, 2012

    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.

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  • George Lucas
    S17E40

    George Lucas

    Jan 9, 2012

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

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  • Andrew Napolitano
    S17E41

    Andrew Napolitano

    Jan 10, 2012

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

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  • Jim DeMint
    S17E42

    Jim DeMint

    Jan 11, 2012

    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.

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  • Dolly Parton
    S17E43

    Dolly Parton

    Jan 12, 2012

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

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  • Jodi Kantor
    S17E44

    Jodi Kantor

    Jan 16, 2012

    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.

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  • Liam Neeson
    S17E45

    Liam Neeson

    Jan 17, 2012

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

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  • Joe Nocera
    S17E46

    Joe Nocera

    Jan 18, 2012

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

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  • Elizabeth Banks
    S17E47

    Elizabeth Banks

    Jan 19, 2012

    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.

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  • Kathleen Sebelius
    S17E48

    Kathleen Sebelius

    Jan 23, 2012

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

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  • Elizabeth Warren
    S17E49

    Elizabeth Warren

    Jan 24, 2012

    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.

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  • Paula Broadwell
    S17E50

    Paula Broadwell

    Jan 25, 2012

    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.

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  • Tilda Swinton
    S17E51

    Tilda Swinton

    Jan 26, 2012

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

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  • Lou Dobbs
    S17E52

    Lou Dobbs

    Jan 30, 2012

    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.

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  • Jonathan Macey
    S17E53

    Jonathan Macey

    Jan 31, 2012

    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.

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  • Brad Pitt
    S17E54

    Brad Pitt

    Feb 1, 2012

    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.

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  • David Agus
    S17E55

    David Agus

    Feb 2, 2012

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

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  • Ali Soufan
    S17E56

    Ali Soufan

    Feb 13, 2012

    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.

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  • Ricky Gervais
    S17E57

    Ricky Gervais

    Feb 14, 2012

    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.

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  • Louise Slaughter
    S17E58

    Louise Slaughter

    Feb 15, 2012

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

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  • Arne Duncan
    S17E59

    Arne Duncan

    Feb 16, 2012

    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.

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  • Alan Huffman & Michael Rejebian
    S17E60

    Alan Huffman & Michael Rejebian

    Feb 20, 2012

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

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  • Russ Feingold
    S17E61

    Russ Feingold

    Feb 21, 2012

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

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  • Bruce Bartlett
    S17E62

    Bruce Bartlett

    Feb 22, 2012

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

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  • Paul Rudd
    S17E63

    Paul Rudd

    Feb 23, 2012

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

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  • Neil deGrasse Tyson
    S17E64

    Neil deGrasse Tyson

    Feb 27, 2012

    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.

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  • Stephen Merchant
    S17E65

    Stephen Merchant

    Feb 28, 2012

    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.

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  • Masha Gessen
    S17E66

    Masha Gessen

    Feb 29, 2012

    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.

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  • M. Cathleen Kaveny
    S17E67

    M. Cathleen Kaveny

    Mar 1, 2012

    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.

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  • Shaun Donovan
    S17E68

    Shaun Donovan

    Mar 5, 2012

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

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  • Julianne Moore
    S17E69

    Julianne Moore

    Mar 6, 2012

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

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  • Cecile Richards
    S17E70

    Cecile Richards

    Mar 7, 2012

    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.

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  • Trita Parsi
    S17E71

    Trita Parsi

    Mar 8, 2012

    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.

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  • Grover Norquist
    S17E72

    Grover Norquist

    Mar 12, 2012

    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.

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  • Will Ferrell
    S17E73

    Will Ferrell

    Mar 13, 2012

    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.

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  • Rachel Weisz
    S17E74

    Rachel Weisz

    Mar 14, 2012

    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.

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  • No Guest
    S17E75

    No Guest

    Mar 15, 2012

    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.

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  • Shaquille O'Neal
    S17E76

    Shaquille O'Neal

    Mar 26, 2012

    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.

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  • Maria Goodavage
    S17E77

    Maria Goodavage

    Mar 27, 2012

    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.

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  • Ahmed Rashid
    S17E78

    Ahmed Rashid

    Mar 28, 2012

    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.

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  • Rachel Maddow
    S17E79

    Rachel Maddow

    Mar 29, 2012

    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.

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  • Mohamed Nasheed
    S17E80

    Mohamed Nasheed

    Apr 2, 2012

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

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  • Thomas C. Goldstein
    S17E81

    Thomas C. Goldstein

    Apr 3, 2012

    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.

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  • Jack L. Goldsmith
    S17E82

    Jack L. Goldsmith

    Apr 4, 2012

    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.

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  • Anthony Bourdain
    S17E83

    Anthony Bourdain

    Apr 5, 2012

    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.

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  • Tim Weiner
    S17E84

    Tim Weiner

    Apr 9, 2012

    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.

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  • Elon Musk
    S17E85

    Elon Musk

    Apr 10, 2012

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

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  • Ricky Gervais
    S17E86

    Ricky Gervais

    Apr 11, 2012

    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.

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  • Esperanza Spalding
    S17E87

    Esperanza Spalding

    Apr 12, 2012

    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.

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  • Jane Goodall
    S17E88

    Jane Goodall

    Apr 16, 2012

    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.

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  • Julia Louis-Dreyfus
    S17E89

    Julia Louis-Dreyfus

    Apr 17, 2012

    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.

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  • Robert Reich
    S17E90

    Robert Reich

    Apr 18, 2012

    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.

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  • Judy Smith
    S17E91

    Judy Smith

    Apr 19, 2012

    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.

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  • Ben Rattray
    S17E92

    Ben Rattray

    Apr 23, 2012

    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.

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  • Madeleine Albright
    S17E93

    Madeleine Albright

    Apr 24, 2012

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

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  • Jason Segel
    S17E94

    Jason Segel

    Apr 25, 2012

    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.

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  • Robert Draper
    S17E95

    Robert Draper

    Apr 26, 2012

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

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  • Zach Wahls
    S17E96

    Zach Wahls

    Apr 30, 2012

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

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  • David Barton
    S17E97

    David Barton

    May 1, 2012

    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.

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  • Tom Coburn
    S17E98

    Tom Coburn

    May 2, 2012

    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.

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  • Peter Bergen
    S17E99

    Peter Bergen

    May 3, 2012

    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.

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  • Admiral General Aladeen
    S17E100

    Admiral General Aladeen

    May 7, 2012

    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.

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  • Ivo Daalder
    S17E101

    Ivo Daalder

    May 8, 2012

    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.

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  • John R. Hall
    S17E102

    John R. Hall

    May 9, 2012

    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.

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  • Robert Caro
    S17E103

    Robert Caro

    May 10, 2012

    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.

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  • Michelle Obama
    S17E104

    Michelle Obama

    May 29, 2012

    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.

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  • Dan Rather
    S17E105

    Dan Rather

    May 30, 2012

    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.

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  • Jim Parsons
    S17E106

    Jim Parsons

    May 31, 2012

    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.

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  • Thomas Mann & Norman Ornstein
    S17E107

    Thomas Mann & Norman Ornstein

    Jun 4, 2012

    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.

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  • Gary Johnson
    S17E108

    Gary Johnson

    Jun 5, 2012

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

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  • Michael Fassbender
    S17E109

    Michael Fassbender

    Jun 6, 2012

    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.

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  • Edward Conard
    S17E110

    Edward Conard

    Jun 7, 2012

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

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  • Boris Johnson
    S17E111

    Boris Johnson

    Jun 11, 2012

    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.

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  • Colin Powell
    S17E112

    Colin Powell

    Jun 12, 2012

    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.

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  • Maggie Gyllenhaal
    S17E113

    Maggie Gyllenhaal

    Jun 13, 2012

    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.

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  • Catherine Zeta-Jones
    S17E114

    Catherine Zeta-Jones

    Jun 14, 2012

    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.

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  • Parmy Olson
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    Parmy Olson

    Jun 18, 2012

    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.

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  • Denis Leary
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    Denis Leary

    Jun 19, 2012

    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.

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  • Steve Carell
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    Steve Carell

    Jun 20, 2012

    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.

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  • Bassem Youssef
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    Bassem Youssef

    Jun 21, 2012

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

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  • Marco Rubio
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    Marco Rubio

    Jun 25, 2012

    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.

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  • Seth MacFarlane
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    Seth MacFarlane

    Jun 26, 2012

    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.

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  • Andrew Garfield
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    Andrew Garfield

    Jun 27, 2012

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

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  • Tenacious D
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    Tenacious D

    Jun 28, 2012

    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.

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  • Louis C.K.
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    Louis C.K.

    Jul 16, 2012

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

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  • Victor Cruz
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    Victor Cruz

    Jul 17, 2012

    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.

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  • Sigourney Weaver
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    Sigourney Weaver

    Jul 18, 2012

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

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  • E.J. Dionne
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    E.J. Dionne

    Jul 19, 2012

    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.

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  • Fareed Zakaria
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    Fareed Zakaria

    Jul 23, 2012

    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.

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  • Matthew McConaughey
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    Matthew McConaughey

    Jul 24, 2012

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

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  • Joseph Stiglitz
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    Joseph Stiglitz

    Jul 25, 2012

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

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  • Zach Galifianakas & Will Ferrell
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    Zach Galifianakas & Will Ferrell

    Jul 26, 2012

    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.

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  • Rashida Jones
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    Rashida Jones

    Jul 30, 2012

    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.

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  • Dambisa Moyo
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    Dambisa Moyo

    Jul 31, 2012

    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.

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  • Fred Guterl
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    Fred Guterl

    Aug 1, 2012

    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.

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  • Jessica Biel
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    Jessica Biel

    Aug 2, 2012

    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.

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  • Tim Gunn
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    Tim Gunn

    Aug 6, 2012

    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.

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  • Saima Wahab
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    Saima Wahab

    Aug 7, 2012

    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.

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  • Chris Rock
    S17E137

    Chris Rock

    Aug 8, 2012

    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.

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  • Joanna Brooks
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    Joanna Brooks

    Aug 9, 2012

    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.

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  • Robert Pattinson
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    Robert Pattinson

    Aug 13, 2012

    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.

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  • Misty May-Treanor
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    Misty May-Treanor

    Aug 14, 2012

    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.

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  • Brian Williams
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    Brian Williams

    Aug 15, 2012

    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.

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  • Rob Corddry
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    Rob Corddry

    Aug 16, 2012

    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.

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  • Marco Rubio
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    Marco Rubio

    Aug 28, 2012

    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.

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  • Herman Cain
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    Herman Cain

    Aug 29, 2012

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

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  • Michael Steele
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    Michael Steele

    Aug 30, 2012

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

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  • GOP Convention 2012: Friday
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    GOP Convention 2012: Friday

    Aug 31, 2012

    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.

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  • Tom Brokaw
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    Tom Brokaw

    Sep 4, 2012

    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.

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  • Kirsten Gillibrand
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    Kirsten Gillibrand

    Sep 5, 2012

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

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  • Austan Goolsbee
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    Austan Goolsbee

    Sep 6, 2012

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

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  • DNC Friday
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    DNC Friday

    Sep 7, 2012

    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.

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  • Kofi Annan
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    Kofi Annan

    Sep 17, 2012

    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.

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  • Salman Rushdie
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    Salman Rushdie

    Sep 18, 2012

    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.

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  • Pink
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    Pink

    Sep 19, 2012

    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.

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  • Bill Clinton
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    Bill Clinton

    Sep 20, 2012

    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.

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  • King Abdullah II
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    King Abdullah II

    Sep 25, 2012

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

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  • Olivia Wilde
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    Olivia Wilde

    Sep 26, 2012

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

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  • Amar'e Stoudemire
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    Amar'e Stoudemire

    Sep 27, 2012

    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.

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