The Daily Show — Season 26

Aired 28 September 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.

Aired 29 September 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.”

Aired 30 September 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."

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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.

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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.”

Aired 17 February 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.”

Aired 18 February 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.

Aired 22 February 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.

Aired 23 February 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.

Aired 24 February 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.”

Aired 25 February 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Desi Lydic reveals her most embarrassing tattoos, Trevor examines America’s outdated and extremely vulnerable power grid, and NBA star Kevin Garnett discusses his memoir “KG: A to Z.”

Aired 1 March 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.”

Aired 2 March 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.”

Aired 3 March 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.”

Aired 4 March 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.”

Aired 15 March 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."

Aired 16 March 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.

Aired 17 March 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."

Aired 18 March 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."

Aired 22 March 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.

Aired 23 March 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."

Aired 24 March 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."

Aired 5 April 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.”

Aired 6 April 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.

Aired 7 April 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.”

Aired 8 April 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.”

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Aired 26 April 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.”

Aired 27 April 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."

Aired 28 April 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.”

Aired 29 April 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.”

Aired 3 May 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.”

Aired 4 May 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."

Aired 5 May 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."

Aired 6 May 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.”

Aired 10 May 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.

Aired 11 May 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."

Aired 12 May 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."

Aired 13 May 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.”

Aired 17 May 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."

Aired 18 May 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."

Aired 19 May 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."

Aired 20 May 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.

Aired 7 June 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."

Aired 8 June 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."

Aired 9 June 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."

Aired 10 June 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.”

Aired 14 June 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.”

Aired 15 June 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."

Aired 16 June 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."

Aired 17 June 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.”

Aired 13 September 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.

Aired 14 September 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.

Aired 15 September 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.”

Aired 16 September 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.

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