Episode guide
The Daily Show: Season 26
116 episodes · premiered Sep 28, 2020
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- Episode 1: September 28, 2020 - Jane Goodall Sep 28, 2020 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.
- Episode 2: September 29, 2020 - Misty Copeland Sep 29, 2020 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.”
- Episode 3: September 30, 2020 - Al Sharpton & John Cena Sep 30, 2020 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."
- Episode 4: October 1, 2020 - Mariah Carey Oct 1, 2020
- Episode 5: October 5, 2020 - Jason Momoa & Kat Graham Oct 5, 2020
- Episode 6: October 6, 2020 - Jason Sudeikis Oct 6, 2020
- Episode 7: October 7, 2020 - Alexandra Pelosi & Colin Quinn Oct 7, 2020
- Episode 8: October 8, 2020 - Alex Wagner Oct 8, 2020
- Episode 9: October 13, 2020 - Anita Hill Oct 13, 2020
- Episode 10: October 14, 2020 - Wilmer Valderrama Oct 14, 2020
- Episode 11: October 15, 2020 - Andrew Cuomo & Nick Offerman Oct 15, 2020
- Episode 12: October 20, 2020 - Matthew McConaughey & Jose Andres Oct 20, 2020
- Episode 13: October 21, 2020 - Chris Rock Oct 21, 2020
- Episode 14: October 22, 2020 - Elizabeth Warren Oct 22, 2020
- Episode 15: October 23, 2020 - Alicia Garza & Rashida Jones Oct 23, 2020
- Episode 16: October 26, 2020 - Bruce Springsteen Oct 26, 2020
- Episode 17: October 27, 2020 - Chelsea Handler Oct 27, 2020
- Episode 18: October 28, 2020 - Ice Cube Oct 28, 2020
- Episode 19: October 29, 2020 - Kamala Harris Oct 29, 2020
- Episode 20: Michael Harriot Nov 2, 2020
- Episode 21: Live Coverage of Election Night Nov 3, 2020
- Episode 22: Geraldo Cadava & Evan Osnos Nov 4, 2020 · 45m 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…
- Episode 23: Soledad O'Brien Nov 5, 2020
- Episode 24: Ruby Bridges & Anthony Anderson Nov 9, 2020
- Episode 25: Lenny Kravitz Nov 10, 2020
- Episode 26: Halsey Nov 11, 2020
- Episode 27: Megan Rapinoe & Forest Whitaker Nov 12, 2020
- Episode 28: Ta-Nehisi Coates Nov 16, 2020
- Episode 29: Kevin Hart Nov 17, 2020
- Episode 30: Lucy McBath & Lindsey Vonn Nov 18, 2020
- Episode 31: Bill Gates Nov 19, 2020
- Episode 32: Stephen Curry Nov 30, 2020
- Episode 33: Ernest Cline & Rosie Perez Dec 1, 2020
- Episode 34: Brit Bennett & Michael J. Fox Dec 2, 2020
- Episode 35: Ludacris Dec 3, 2020
- Episode 36: Method Man Dec 7, 2020
- Episode 37: Ijeoma Oluo & Busta Rhymes Dec 8, 2020
- Episode 38: George Wallace Dec 9, 2020
- Episode 39: Rachel Maddow & Bryan Cranston Dec 10, 2020
- Episode 40: Pharrell Williams Dec 14, 2020
- Episode 41: Barack Obama Dec 15, 2020
- Episode 42: James Corden & Tessa Thompson Dec 16, 2020
- Episode 43: Carey Mulligan Jan 19, 2021
- Episode 44: Stacey Abrams Jan 20, 2021
- Episode 45: Jelani Cobb Jan 21, 2021
- Episode 46: Nnamdi Asomugha Jan 25, 2021
- Episode 47: Stanley Nelson Jan 26, 2021
- Episode 48: Amanda Gorman Jan 27, 2021
- Episode 49: Doug Henwood & Regina King Jan 28, 2021
- Episode 50: Jeremy O. Harris Feb 1, 2021
- Episode 51: Ibram X. Kendi Feb 2, 2021
- Episode 52: Dax Shepard Feb 3, 2021
- Episode 53: Cori Bush Feb 4, 2021
- Episode 54: Atul Gawande & Leonard Fournette Feb 8, 2021
- Episode 55: Robin Roberts & Noah Centineo Feb 9, 2021
- Episode 56: Radha Blank Feb 10, 2021
- Episode 57: Daniel Kaluuya Feb 11, 2021
- Episode 58: Neil Patrick Harris Feb 15, 2021
- Episode 59: Bill Gates Feb 16, 2021 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.”
- Episode 60: Heather McGhee Feb 17, 2021 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.”
- Episode 61: Russell Westbrook Feb 18, 2021 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.
- Episode 62: Sharon McMahon Feb 22, 2021 The Texas winter storm crisis continues, Michael Kosta investigates avian election fraud, and Sharon McMahon talks about fighting misinformation via her Instagram account SharonSaysSo.
- Episode 63: Hugh Evans Feb 23, 2021 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.
- Episode 64: Andra Day Feb 24, 2021 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.”
- Episode 65: Kevin Garnett Feb 25, 2021 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.”
- Episode 66: Marlee Matlin Mar 1, 2021 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.”
- Episode 67: Adam Kinzinger & H.E.R. Mar 2, 2021 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.”
- Episode 68: Kelly Marie Tran Mar 3, 2021 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.”
- Episode 69: Michael Kiwanuka Mar 4, 2021 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.”
- Episode 70: Eddie Murphy Mar 15, 2021 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."
- Episode 71: Rebecca Carroll & Precious Lee Mar 16, 2021 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.
- Episode 72: Cynthia Erivo Mar 17, 2021 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."
- Episode 73: Arsenio Hall Mar 18, 2021 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."
- Episode 74: Michelle Obama Mar 22, 2021 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.
- Episode 75: Eric Andre Mar 23, 2021 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."
- Episode 76: Nomzamo Mbatha Mar 24, 2021 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."
- Episode 77: Carl L. Hart Apr 5, 2021 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.”
- Episode 78: Garrett Bradley & Morgan Freeman Apr 6, 2021 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.
- Episode 79: Danielle Brooks Apr 7, 2021 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.”
- Episode 80: Lee Isaac Chung Apr 8, 2021 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.”
- Episode 81: Miguel Apr 12, 2021
- Episode 82: Katherine Maher & Travon Free Apr 13, 2021
- Episode 83: Elizabeth Nyamayaro & Issa Rae Apr 14, 2021
- Episode 84: Skye Fitzgerald Apr 15, 2021
- Episode 85: Vic Mensa Apr 26, 2021 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.”
- Episode 86: Tarana Burke & Brené Brown Apr 27, 2021 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."
- Episode 87: Anthony Mackie Apr 28, 2021 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.”
- Episode 88: Mazie K. Hirono & George Lopez Apr 29, 2021 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.”
- Episode 89: Michael B. Jordan May 3, 2021 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.”
- Episode 90: Elizabeth Warren May 4, 2021 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."
- Episode 91: Selma van de Perre May 5, 2021 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."
- Episode 92: Alex Gibney & Sara Bareilles May 6, 2021 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.”
- Episode 93: Ian Manuel & Candace Parker May 10, 2021 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.
- Episode 94: J Balvin May 11, 2021 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."
- Episode 95: Michelle Zauner May 12, 2021 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."
- Episode 96: Frank Luntz & Thuso Mbedu May 13, 2021 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.”
- Episode 97: Sharon Stone May 17, 2021 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."
- Episode 98: Salima Koroma May 18, 2021 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."
- Episode 99: Barry Jenkins & Logan Paul May 19, 2021 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."
- Episode 100: Jeremy Lin May 20, 2021 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.
- Episode 101: Indya Moore Jun 7, 2021 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."
- Episode 102: Gina Yashere & Chris Bosh Jun 8, 2021 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."
- Episode 103: Yvonne Orji Jun 9, 2021 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."
- Episode 104: Nick Kolcheff & Anthony Ramos Jun 10, 2021 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.”
- Episode 105: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Jun 14, 2021 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.”
- Episode 106: Christian Pulisic & Lin-Manuel Miranda Jun 15, 2021 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."
- Episode 107: Ashley C. Ford & Sam Jay Jun 16, 2021 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."
- Episode 108: Mary J. Blige Jun 17, 2021 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.”
- Episode 109: Anthony Fauci Sep 13, 2021 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.
- Episode 110: Gabrielle Union Sep 14, 2021 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.
- Episode 111: Carmelo Anthony Sep 15, 2021 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.”
- Episode 112: LeVar Burton Sep 16, 2021 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.
- Episode 113: Aly Raisman Sep 20, 2021
- Episode 114: Rep. Pete Aguilar Sep 21, 2021
- Episode 115: Greta Thunberg Sep 22, 2021
- Episode 116: Jason Isbell Sep 23, 2021