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.
EP2 February 25, 2024: Pig ButcheringFeb 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.
EP3 March 3, 2024: AirplanesMar 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.
EP4 March 10, 2024: State Medical BoardsMar 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.
EP5 March 17, 2024: Student Loan DebtMar 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.
EP6 March 31, 2024: Food Delivery AppsMar 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.
EP7 April 7, 2024: Death PenaltyApr 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.
EP8 April 14, 2024: MedicaidApr 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.
EP9 April 21, 2024: UFOsApr 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.
EP10 May 5, 2024: Public LibrariesMay 05, 2024
John Oliver explains why public libraries are under attack, where those challenges are coming from, and how you really spell "Berenstain." Trust us, it's not how you think.
EP11 May 12, 2024: Opioid SettlementsMay 12, 2024
John Oliver discusses how state and local governments in the US are spending opioid settlements, a new deportation plan in the UK, and, of course, his favorite contestant at Eurovision.
EP12 May 19, 2024: Corn ProductionMay 19, 2024
John Oliver discusses the financial and environmental impact of corn in the U.S., recent commencement ceremony mishaps, and the rise of the far-right AfD party in Germany.
EP13 June 2, 2024: India ElectionsJun 02, 2024
John Oliver discusses the ongoing elections in India, Trump's guilty verdict, and the decline of Red Lobster.
EP14 June 9, 2024: Deep-Sea MiningJun 09, 2024
John Oliver discusses the environmental risks of deep-sea mining, France's preparation for the Olympics, and an update on Red Lobster.
EP15 June 16, 2024: Trump's Second TermJun 16, 2024
John Oliver discusses the plans for Donald Trump's second term, an interesting campaign choice from a conservative congressional candidate in Michigan, and the bakery that has very successfully turned John into a cake bear.
EP16 June 23, 2024: UK ElectionsJun 23, 2024
John Oliver discusses the UK elections and the future of the Tories, why pride flags are causing controversy in the US, and a new law about the ten commandments in Louisiana. Also some stuff about Ur-Nammu that we all know already.
EP17 July 21, 2024: Migrant CrimeJul 21, 2024
John Oliver discusses the wave of conservatives claiming there is a wave of "migrant crime," covers highlights from the RNC, and encourages us all to make suggestions for next year's World Games.
EP18 July 28, 2024: The West Bank SettlementsJul 28, 2024
John Oliver discusses how The West Bank settlements came to be, a rumor about J.D. Vance that we cannot prove is false, and whether or not Jake Tapper is Brat.
EP19 August 4, 2024: RFK Jr.Aug 04, 2024
John Oliver discusses RFK Jr.'s potential to sway the 2024 U.S. presidential election, controversies at the Olympics, and Donald Trump's recent puzzling comments about Kamala Harris.
EP20 August 11, 2024: HawaiiAug 11, 2024
John Oliver discusses how Hawaii has long been run for the benefit of everyone but Hawaiians, whether or not J.D. Vance is ok, and the Trump campaign's weak attacks on Tim Walz and Kamala Harris.
EP21 August 18, 2024: Hospice CareAug 18, 2024
John Oliver discusses hospice scams, the Trump campaign's attempt to appear "not weird," and the Republican primary candidates who are making the party seem stranger and stranger.
EP22 September 8, 2024: School Lunch ProgramsSep 08, 2024
John Oliver discusses the national school lunch program in the US, why J.D. Vance can't stop being weird on the campaign trail, and how to properly order a donut.
EP23 September 22, 2024: Disability BenefitsSep 22, 2024
John Oliver discusses the obstacles in the way of Americans receiving disability benefits, last week's US presidential debate, and the misinformation being spread about Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio.
EP24 September 29, 2024: Federal CourtsSep 29, 2024
John Oliver discusses the impact Donald Trump had on the federal courts, how New York City's mayor was indicted for allegedly taking bribes from foreign sources, and why it's unforgivable that NYC's Rat Czar is not a rat in a top hat.
EP25 October 6, 2024: Traffic StopsOct 06, 2024
John Oliver discusses the power given to cops during traffic stops and some simple ways we can start to change that, and J.D. Vance's week surrounding the vice presidential debate.
EP26 October 13, 2024: Election SubversionOct 13, 2024
John Oliver discusses the attempts made by Donald Trump and his supporters to undermine the upcoming election, the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, and why Waffle House is both a light in the storm and symbol of absolute chaos.
EP27 October 27, 2024: Mass DeportationsOct 27, 2024
John Oliver discusses Donald Trump's plans to carry out mass deportations if reelected in November, and outlines some suggestions regarding one patriotic anthem.
EP28 November 3, 2024: Trump's BusinessesNov 03, 2024
John Oliver addresses undecided voters about Kamala Harris's platform in his last episode ahead of the 2024 election, discusses how Donald Trump's businesses have changed since his presidential term, and explores what could happen if Trump is reelected.
EP29 November 10, 2024: 2024 Election ResultsNov 10, 2024
John Oliver discusses Donald Trump's reelection, what happens next, and why the whole thing is – arguably – Katy Perry's fault.
EP30 November 17, 2024: TikTok BanNov 17, 2024
John Oliver discusses the looming TikTok ban in the US and Donald Trump's controversial nomination of Matt Gaetz to be Attorney General.