The Daily Show: Ears Edition

Why was Trump convicted of fraud? Was Biden plotting all along? And how are Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce involved in all of this? A lot happened in 2024 and Desi Lydic is ready to Foxsplain it all. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's the most wonderful time of the year, and The Daily Show has the perfect way to celebrate it. Take a look back at some of the best holiday sketches throughout the years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the leadup to the election, Triumph the Insult Comic Dog took us behind the scenes of the presidential race with special reports on undecided voters, the VP debate spin room, and Trump’s MSG rally. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From finding out if America is headed to a second Civil War, to Trump's criminal trial and conviction, to the president-elect's assassination attempt, Jordan Klepper had quite a busy year. Here's the best of Jordan Klepper Fingers the Pulse in 2024. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Desi Lydic, Josh Johnson, and Michael Kosta investigate climate change migrations to Minnesota, finding a group capitalizing on idling vehicles, and chatting with sneakerheads about Trump’s new footwear collection. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From AI stereotyping to Elon's Cypertruck and new-age summer camps for kids, here's everything that pissed off Lewis Black in 2024. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Kosta covers Time Magazine's half-hearted Person of the Year, Donald Trump, and New Jersey drone conspiracy theories. The Daily Show Movie Networks presents the rom-com we deserve for surviving 2024. Actor Peter Sarsgaard joins to discuss his new film "September 5," about the ABC Sports broadcast team at the center of the 1972 Munich Olympic terrorist attack. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Kosta investigates a surprisingly modest manifesto from suspected UHC CEO shooter Luigi Mangione and Trump's appointment of Kimberly Guilfoyle as Ambassador to Greece. Grace Kuhlenschmidt asks New Yorkers, "Who Deserves a Pardon from Biden?" Author T.J. English discusses his latest book "The Last Kilo," chronicling the rise and fall of an American cocaine empire. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michael Kosta tackles the arrest of Luigi Mangione, the suspected United Healthcare CEO assassin, and with help from Ronny Chieng, unpacks America's crush on the "hot felon." Desi Lydic and Troy Iwata see who won big at Fox Nation's coveted Patriot Awards. Interior Secretary Deb Haaland joins to discuss her work protecting the country's public lands and preserving the nation's cultural history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon Stewart unpacks Syria’s revolution, the rise of new leader Abu Mohammad al-Jolani, and the bizarre capture of an insurance CEO assassin. Ben Wikler, chair of the Wisconsin Democratic Party, joins to discuss his vision for the DNC, tackling Republican gerrymandering, and shifting the Democratic focus from elections to meaningful change for the working class. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ronny Chieng covers Biden’s potential pardons for Trump’s enemies, the NYPD’s hunt for the UnitedHealthcare CEO shooter, and Grace Kuhlenschmidt’s takes on airport security. Michael Kosta investigates Florida’s top book banner, Bruce Friedman, and the impact of his censorship crusade on schools. Charles Yu discusses adapting his novel Interior Chinatown into a Hulu series, working with Taika Waititi, and breaking stereotypes as an Asian American storyteller. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ronny Chieng breaks down the latest controversies surrounding Defense Secretary nominee Pete Hegseth. Josh Johnson covers South Korea’s political turmoil. Lewis Black critiques how Democrats have coped with post-election anxiety. Chef and activist Tom Colicchio joins to discuss his new memoir, “Why I Cook.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ronny Chieng tackles South Korea’s martial law reversal and misconduct allegations against Pete Hegseth. In “Sports War,” Ronny and Jordan Klepper debate Trump-inspired athlete celebrations and Hallmark’s NFL holiday collab. Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson joins to share insights from his new book, the contributions of immigrants to science, and why resilience is key in the scientific community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon Stewart unpacks Trump’s nomination of Kash Patel for FBI head and Biden’s pardon of Hunter, highlighting the Democrats’ moral struggles. Former Deputy AG Sally Yates discusses Trump’s threat to the DOJ, his weaponization of justice, and the fragile promise of equal justice in America. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Whether you're worried about politics or Ozempic, this Thanksgiving, Leslie Jones and Michael Kosta have got you covered. Desi Lydic, Jessica Williams, and Lewis Black cover all things Black Friday. From its inception to how Black shoppers are affected by it, and it has expanded into almost an entire week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From discussing the legality of medical marijuana to meeting with a nutritionist to get a handle on his health, we take it back to some of Steve Carell's best moments on The Daily Show. Then, revisit a couple of Samatha Bee's best moments as a correspondent: deciding if Long Island should secede from New York and listening to oppressed men with "too much opportunity.” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon Stewart can't keep a straight face as he interviews Robin Williams, Norm MacDonald, and Richard Lewis. This roundup of interviews covers NYC tourists on Citi bikes, IBM Watson's stint on Jeopardy!, and Calvin Klein Depends. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Desi Lydic breaks down the latest in Washington drama: Matt Gaetz pulls out of the Attorney General race, and Nancy Mace stirs controversy with a transphobic bathroom ban targeting Sarah McBride. Michael Kosta investigates the alleged mind-controlling power of Thanksgiving turkeys. Grammy-winning artist Brittany Howard joins to discuss her transformative new album, What Now, and the emotional and creative journey behind her genre-defying music. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Desi Lydic unpacks Trump’s latest celebrity cabinet choices, including Dr. Oz and WWE’s Linda McMahon, and the fate of the Department of Education. Troy Iwata investigates the impact of Trump’s “no tax on tips” policy on tipflation, food service workers, and consumers. Joey McIntyre of New Kids On The Block to discuss his new holiday film Jingle Bell Love, the band’s upcoming Vegas residency, and the secret to decades of boy band harmony. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Desi Lydic dives into explosive new allegations against Matt Gaetz. Michael Kosta offers a guide to profiting during Trump’s second term, from prison stocks to climate-driven investments. Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Ronan Farrow joins to discuss his HBO documentary Surveilled, exposing the dangers of spyware technology and its chilling effects on democracy, journalism, and free expression. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.