Season 26

The Daily ShowSeason 26

2020
116 Episodes

Episodes

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September 28, 2020 - Jane Goodall

The New York Times publishes a major report on President Trump’s taxes, Roy Wood Jr. examines voting rights for Florida’s ex-felons, and Dr. Jane Goodall discusses chimps and climate change.

28 Sept 2020
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September 29, 2020 - Misty Copeland

Trevor dives into California’s wildfire crisis, Ronny Chieng talks to Philippe Reines about his 2016 role as Donald Trump in mock debates, and dancer Misty Copeland discusses “Bunheads.”

29 Sept 2020
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September 30, 2020 - Al Sharpton & John Cena

Desi Lydic and Ronny Chieng provide coaching during the first presidential debate, Al Sharpton discusses his book "Rise Up," and John Cena talks about his book "Elbow Grease: Fast Friends."

30 Sept 2020
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October 1, 2020 - Mariah Carey

01 Oct 2020
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October 5, 2020 - Jason Momoa & Kat Graham

05 Oct 2020
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October 6, 2020 - Jason Sudeikis

06 Oct 2020
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October 7, 2020 - Alexandra Pelosi & Colin Quinn

07 Oct 2020
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October 8, 2020 - Alex Wagner

08 Oct 2020
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October 13, 2020 - Anita Hill

13 Oct 2020
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October 14, 2020 - Wilmer Valderrama

14 Oct 2020
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October 15, 2020 - Andrew Cuomo & Nick Offerman

15 Oct 2020
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October 20, 2020 - Matthew McConaughey & Jose Andres

20 Oct 2020
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October 21, 2020 - Chris Rock

21 Oct 2020
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October 22, 2020 - Elizabeth Warren

22 Oct 2020
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October 23, 2020 - Alicia Garza & Rashida Jones

23 Oct 2020
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October 26, 2020 - Bruce Springsteen

26 Oct 2020
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October 27, 2020 - Chelsea Handler

27 Oct 2020
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October 28, 2020 - Ice Cube

28 Oct 2020
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October 29, 2020 - Kamala Harris

29 Oct 2020
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Michael Harriot

02 Nov 2020
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Live Coverage of Election Night

03 Nov 2020
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Geraldo Cadava & Evan Osnos

Historian Geraldo Cadava; journalist Evan Osnos. Also: As the coronavirus keeps millions confined to their homes, Trevor reports on the pandemic from the comfort of his couch, and "The Daily Show" correspondents weigh in on the crisis from a safe social distance.

04 Nov 202045m
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Soledad O'Brien

05 Nov 2020
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Ruby Bridges & Anthony Anderson

09 Nov 2020
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Lenny Kravitz

10 Nov 2020
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Halsey

11 Nov 2020
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Megan Rapinoe & Forest Whitaker

12 Nov 2020
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Ta-Nehisi Coates

16 Nov 2020
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Kevin Hart

17 Nov 2020
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Lucy McBath & Lindsey Vonn

18 Nov 2020
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Bill Gates

19 Nov 2020
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Stephen Curry

30 Nov 2020
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Ernest Cline & Rosie Perez

01 Dec 2020
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Brit Bennett & Michael J. Fox

02 Dec 2020
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Ludacris

03 Dec 2020
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Method Man

07 Dec 2020
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Ijeoma Oluo & Busta Rhymes

08 Dec 2020
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George Wallace

09 Dec 2020
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Rachel Maddow & Bryan Cranston

10 Dec 2020
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Pharrell Williams

14 Dec 2020
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Barack Obama

15 Dec 2020
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James Corden & Tessa Thompson

16 Dec 2020
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Carey Mulligan

19 Jan 2021
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Stacey Abrams

20 Jan 2021
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Jelani Cobb

21 Jan 2021
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Nnamdi Asomugha

25 Jan 2021
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Stanley Nelson

26 Jan 2021
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Amanda Gorman

27 Jan 2021
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Doug Henwood & Regina King

28 Jan 2021
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Jeremy O. Harris

01 Feb 2021
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Ibram X. Kendi

02 Feb 2021
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Dax Shepard

03 Feb 2021
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Cori Bush

04 Feb 2021
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Atul Gawande & Leonard Fournette

08 Feb 2021
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Robin Roberts & Noah Centineo

09 Feb 2021
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Radha Blank

10 Feb 2021
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Daniel Kaluuya

11 Feb 2021
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Neil Patrick Harris

15 Feb 2021
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Bill Gates

Ronny Chieng shares ways to combat the rise in anti-Asian hate crimes, Roy Wood Jr. explores the history of Black doctors, and Bill Gates discusses “How to Avoid a Climate Disaster.”

16 Feb 2021
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Heather McGhee

Texans suffer from ongoing extreme winter weather, Dulce Sloan talks to Divine Nine sorority members about Vice President Kamala Harris, and author Heather McGhee discusses “The Sum of Us.”

17 Feb 2021
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Russell Westbrook

Parents and kids grow impatient about reopening schools, Trevor presents a biography of Tucker Carlson, and NBA superstar Russell Westbrook talks about his Why Not? Foundation and more.

18 Feb 2021
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Sharon McMahon

The Texas winter storm crisis continues, Michael Kosta investigates avian election fraud, and Sharon McMahon talks about fighting misinformation via her Instagram account SharonSaysSo.

22 Feb 2021
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Hugh Evans

Republican lawmakers in several states go on an anti-voting blitz, Roy Wood Jr. celebrates the contributions of Black journalists, and humanitarian Hugh Evans discusses Global Citizen.

23 Feb 2021
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Andra Day

Trevor highlights racial inequity in vaccine distribution, Dulce Sloan examines the stereotype of the strong Black woman, and Andra Day discusses “The United States vs. Billie Holiday.”

24 Feb 2021
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Kevin Garnett

Desi Lydic reveals her most embarrassing tattoos, Trevor examines America’s outdated and extremely vulnerable power grid, and NBA star Kevin Garnett discusses his memoir “KG: A to Z.”

25 Feb 2021
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Marlee Matlin

Trevor covers CPAC 2021, Roy Wood Jr. and Jaboukie Young-White try to replace Atlantic City’s Trump Plaza after its demolition, and Marlee Matlin discusses her short film “Feeling Through.”

01 Mar 2021
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Adam Kinzinger & H.E.R.

Rep. Madison Cawthorn faces sexual harassment allegations, Rep. Adam Kinzinger discusses the future of the GOP, and singer-songwriter H.E.R. talks about her song “Fight for You.”

02 Mar 2021
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Kelly Marie Tran

Trevor looks at the state of minimum wage in the U.S, Leo Deblin (Roy Wood Jr.) introduces his unique streaming service, and actor Kelly Marie Tran discusses “Raya and the Last Dragon.”

03 Mar 2021
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Michael Kiwanuka

Fox News slams President Biden for numerous pseudo-scandals, Trevor explores the history of America’s first ladies, and singer-songwriter Michael Kiwanuka talks about his album “Kiwanuka.”

04 Mar 2021
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Eddie Murphy

Governor Andrew Cuomo's harassment scandal mounts, Jaboukie Young-White discusses COVID-19 vaccines with Dr. Peter Hotez, and Eddie Murphy talks about his sequel movie "Coming 2 America."

15 Mar 2021
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Rebecca Carroll & Precious Lee

Former presidents try to convince Americans to get COVID-19 vaccinations, Rebecca Carroll discusses "Surviving the White Gaze," and Precious Lee talks about her trailblazing modeling career.

16 Mar 2021
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Cynthia Erivo

Trevor explores the history of the Senate filibuster, a mass shooter in the Atlanta area kills several Asian women, and actor and singer Cynthia Erivo discusses her role in "Genius: Aretha."

17 Mar 2021
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Arsenio Hall

Trevor reports on COVID-19 concerns from around the world, Michael Kosta and Roy Wood Jr. introduce the Bracket of Bulls**t: Pandemic Edition, and Arsenio Hall discusses "Coming 2 America."

18 Mar 2021
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Michelle Obama

The British royal family announces plans for a diversity chief, the NCAA faces sexism allegations, and former first lady Michelle Obama discusses "Waffles + Mochi" and Pass the Love.

22 Mar 2021
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Eric Andre

Trevor covers heartwarming news during the pandemic, Desi Lydic explores the history of onscreen female orgasms, and comedian Eric Andre talks about his prank-based movie "Bad Trip."

23 Mar 2021
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Nomzamo Mbatha

Trevor examines the all-encompassing scourge of violence against women, Dulce Sloan celebrates activist women athletes, and Nomzamo Mbatha talks about landing her role in "Coming 2 America."

24 Mar 2021
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Carl L. Hart

Trevor highlights voter suppression in Georgia, Desi Lydic examines how the pandemic disproportionately harms working women, and Dr. Carl L. Hart discusses his book “Drug Use for Grown-Ups.”

05 Apr 2021
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Garrett Bradley & Morgan Freeman

The notion of COVID-19 passports creates controversy, director Garrett Bradley discusses her documentary “Time,” and Morgan Freeman talks about his “Be There, This Is Your Shot” PSA.

06 Apr 2021
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Danielle Brooks

Trevor explores the rise of NFTs, Michael Kosta and Roy Wood Jr. announce the winner of the 2020 Bracket of Bulls**t, and actor Danielle Brooks discusses “Robin Roberts Presents: Mahalia.”

07 Apr 2021
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Lee Isaac Chung

Trevor highlights new culture war battles waged by conservatives, Desi Lydic Fox-splains Georgia’s controversial voting law, and director Lee Isaac Chung discusses his movie “Minari.”

08 Apr 2021
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Miguel

12 Apr 2021
Katherine Maher & Travon Free
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Katherine Maher & Travon Free

13 Apr 2021
Elizabeth Nyamayaro & Issa Rae
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Elizabeth Nyamayaro & Issa Rae

14 Apr 2021
Skye Fitzgerald
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Skye Fitzgerald

15 Apr 2021
Vic Mensa
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Vic Mensa

Trevor covers the latest coronavirus news, Michael Kosta takes a close look at the measurement unit of feet in the U.S., and rapper Vic Mensa talks about activism and his EP “I Tape.”

26 Apr 2021
Tarana Burke & Brené Brown
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Tarana Burke & Brené Brown

The CDC rolls out relaxed COVID-19 guidelines for mask-wearing, Dulce Sloane gives unsung women rappers their due, and Tarana Burke and Dr. Brene Brown discuss "You Are Your Best Thing."

27 Apr 2021
Anthony Mackie
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Anthony Mackie

Fox News pundits spread wild myths about President Biden, Roy Wood Jr. delivers his annual State of Black S**t address, and Anthony Mackie discusses “The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.”

28 Apr 2021
Mazie K. Hirono & George Lopez
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Mazie K. Hirono & George Lopez

President Biden unveils a major agenda during a speech before Congress, Sen. Mazie K. Hirono discusses her book “Heart of Fire,” and George Lopez talks about his film “Walking with Herb.”

29 Apr 2021
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Michael B. Jordan

Apple’s latest iPhone update rankles Facebook, Roy Wood Jr. highlights historic Black royals, and actor Michael B. Jordan talks about his role in “Tom Clancy’s Without Remorse.”

03 May 2021
Elizabeth Warren
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Elizabeth Warren

Trevor serves up some uplifting news for the pandemic era, The Daily Show explores the revolting life story of Senator Ted Cruz, and Senator Elizabeth Warren discusses her book "Persist."

04 May 2021
Selma van de Perre
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Selma van de Perre

Trevor covers a debate over teaching about racism in U.S. schools, Jaboukie Young-White gives tips on adjusting to post-pandemic life, and Selma van de Perre discusses "My Name Is Selma."

05 May 2021
Alex Gibney & Sara Bareilles
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Alex Gibney & Sara Bareilles

Desi Lydic shares her pandemic-era Mother’s Day wish, Alex Gibney discusses his documentary “The Crime of the Century,” and Sara Bareilles talks about “Girls5Eva” and “Amidst the Chaos.”

06 May 2021
Ian Manuel & Candace Parker
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Ian Manuel & Candace Parker

California Gov. Gavin Newsom faces a wild recall race, Ian Manuel discusses his memoir "My Time Will Come," and WNBA star Candace Parker talks about her return to the Chicago Sky.

10 May 2021
J Balvin
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J Balvin

Trevor examines the escalating Israel-Palestine conflict, Michael Kosta talks to New Yorkers about their city's mayoral race, and Reggaeton star J Balvin discusses "The Boy From Medellin."

11 May 2021
Michelle Zauner
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Michelle Zauner

Trevor highlights the GOP's ouster of Rep. Liz Cheney, Jordan Klepper examines a wild 2020 election audit in Arizona, and musician Michelle Zauner discusses her book "Crying in H Mart."

12 May 2021
Frank Luntz & Thuso Mbedu
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Frank Luntz & Thuso Mbedu

Ransomware attacks pose a growing threat to the U.S., Frank Luntz discusses getting people vaccinated via the power of language, and actor Thuso Mbedu talks about “The Underground Railroad.”

13 May 2021
Sharon Stone
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Sharon Stone

The CDC's change in COVID-19 mask guidelines creates an uproar, Ronny Chieng learns about the value of NFTs, and Sharon Stone discusses her book "The Beauty of Living Twice."

17 May 2021
Salima Koroma
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Salima Koroma

Restaurants have trouble hiring new employees, Roy Wood Jr. highlights the history of Black leaders of America's labor movement, and Salima Koroma discusses her documentary "Dreamland."

18 May 2021
Barry Jenkins & Logan Paul
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Barry Jenkins & Logan Paul

The GOP tries to derail an investigation of the Capitol insurrection, filmmaker Barry Jenkins discusses "The Underground Railroad," and Logan Paul talks about "Mayweather Vs. Paul."

19 May 2021
Jeremy Lin
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Jeremy Lin

The pandemic creates a Zoom dysmorphia crisis, Roy Wood Jr. talks to attorney Steven Donziger about his battle with Chevron, and NBA star Jeremy Lin discusses his mental health advocacy.

20 May 2021
Indya Moore
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Indya Moore

The coronavirus vaccination rate faces a snag in the U.S., Ronny Chieng gives a lecture on shady creative writing for the internet, and actor Indya Moore talks about their series "Pose."

07 Jun 2021
Gina Yashere & Chris Bosh
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Gina Yashere & Chris Bosh

Bitcoin cryptocurrency gets beleaguered on many fronts, comedian Gina Yashere talks "Cack-Handed" and "Bob Hearts Abishola," and NBA legend Chris Bosh discusses "Letters to a Young Athlete."

08 Jun 2021
Yvonne Orji
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Yvonne Orji

Trevor examines America's crumbling water infrastructure, Michael Kosta and Roy Wood Jr. cover summer sports news, and comedian Yvonne Orji discusses "Bamboozled by Jesus" and "Insecure."

09 Jun 2021
Nick Kolcheff & Anthony Ramos
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Nick Kolcheff & Anthony Ramos

Violence spikes as Americans emerge from lockdown, gamer Nick Kolcheff talks about FaZe Clan and e-sports, and actor and singer Anthony Ramos discusses “In the Heights” and “Love and Lies.”

10 Jun 2021
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
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Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

World leaders welcome President Biden to the G7 summit with open arms, Ronny Chieng dissects America’s outrage addiction, and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar discusses “Fight the Power.”

14 Jun 2021
Christian Pulisic & Lin-Manuel Miranda
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Christian Pulisic & Lin-Manuel Miranda

Chrissy Teigen apologizes for cyberbullying, soccer star Christian Pulisic talks about his championship wins, and Lin-Manuel Miranda discusses his book "In the Heights: Finding Home."

15 Jun 2021
Ashley C. Ford & Sam Jay
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Ashley C. Ford & Sam Jay

Trevor examines the history of racial discrimination against Black farmers, author Ashley C. Ford discusses "Somebody's Daughter," and Sam Jay talks about "PAUSE with Sam Jay."

16 Jun 2021
Mary J. Blige
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Mary J. Blige

Trevor explores the impact of streaming on the music industry, Jordan Klepper attends the MAGA Frank Rally organized by Mike Lindell, and Mary J. Blige discusses “Mary J. Blige’s My Life.”

17 Jun 2021
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Anthony Fauci

President Biden rolls out a major vaccination mandate, Roy Wood Jr. worries about the rise of the Mu COVID-19 variant, and Dr. Anthony Fauci talks vaccine disinformation.

13 Sept 2021
Gabrielle Union
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Gabrielle Union

Nicki Minaj makes an anti-vaccination appeal, Dulcé Sloan investigates a sperm recession in the U.S., and Gabrielle Union discusses "You Got Anything Stronger?," her new book of essays.

14 Sept 2021
Carmelo Anthony
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Carmelo Anthony

Trevor highlights civilian deaths in Afghanistan, Desi Lydic examines the mis-treatment of women during childbirth, and Carmelo Anthony discusses “Where Tomorrows Aren’t Promised.”

15 Sept 2021
LeVar Burton
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LeVar Burton

Anderson .Paak becomes Trevor’s bandleader, Trinidad health minister Terrence Deyalsingh responds to Nicki Minaj’s vaccination misinformation, and LeVar Burton discusses his diverse career.

16 Sept 2021
Aly Raisman
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Aly Raisman

20 Sept 2021
Rep. Pete Aguilar
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Rep. Pete Aguilar

21 Sept 2021
Greta Thunberg
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Greta Thunberg

22 Sept 2021
Jason Isbell
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Jason Isbell

23 Sept 2021