Last Week Tonight with John Oliver

All Episodes 2014 - 2024
TV-MA

  • 2018-01-08T04:00:00Zs at 2018-01-08T04:00:00Z on HBO
  • 2014-04-28T03:00:00Z
  • 30m
  • 6d 13h 50m (300 episodes)
  • John Oliver
  • United States
  • English
  • Sixteen String Jack Productions + 2 more, Avalon Television, Partially Important Productions
  • Comedy, Talk Show, News
A half-hour satirical look at the week in news, politics and current events.

365 episodes

John Oliver interviews General Keith Alexander, former head of the NSA. General Alexander discusses Edward Snowden and helps John rebrand a national security organization.

John Oliver discusses President Barack Obama's trip to Japan where he met a "scary" robot.

John Oliver interviews Vice news journalist Simon Ostrovsky who was held captive in Ukraine. This is still a comedy show, we promise.

In response to our segment in our premiere on food labeling, POM Wonderful sent us a refrigerator full of juice and an elegantly worded letter implying what we can do with it.

John Oliver and Fareed Zakaria further discuss the victory of Narendra Modi in India's recent election.

John Oliver delivers last week's news, predicted two weeks ago. You get it. Just watch.

With this web exclusive video, the Last Week Tonight staff would like to thank some of the heroes and pioneers who helped make the internet a safer place through #MutuallyAssuredHumiliation.

John Oliver talks to Stephen Hawking in the first installment of Last Week Tonight's new "People Who Think Good" series. They cover such topics as parallel universes, artificial intelligence, and Charlize Theron.

John Oliver talks in depth with Ugandan LGBTI rights activist Pepe Julian Onziema about the oppressive anti-gay legislation in Uganda as well as the western involvement in inspiring those laws.

2014-07-07T03:00:00Z

Special 10 Fireworks

Special 10 Fireworks

  • 2014-07-07T03:00:00Z3m

With Last Week Tonight on hiatus, John Oliver takes to the internet to cover the most important story of the past week: Fireworks.

2014-08-04T03:00:00Z

Special 11 #WeGotThoseGeckos

Last week on Last Week Tonight, John Oliver told us to tell Vladimir Putin to #GoGetThoseGeckos. This week, there's some good news...#WeGotThoseGeckos.

Watch John Oliver deliver an epic takedown of piñatas.

2014-09-01T03:00:00Z

Special 13 Fan Mail Vol. 1

John Oliver reads fan mail, but because no one sends mail anymore, it’s all from YouTube comments.

Cookie Monster has a few ideas to share with John Oliver. John just wants you to watch their special news report on words.

2014-09-22T03:00:00Z

Special 15 Roger Goodell

Special 15 Roger Goodell

  • 2014-09-22T03:00:00Z3m

Roger Goodell spoke about the NFL’s recent controversies. And he spoke badly. Boo this man.

2014-10-13T03:00:00Z

Special 16 Pumpkin Spice

Special 16 Pumpkin Spice

  • 2014-10-13T03:00:00Z3m

Pumpkin spice. Why? John Oliver investigates. Well, he doesn't really investigate. He says things about it, though!

We have provided this footage for you to do your own Supreme Court reenactments. Please feel free to use it, post your videos, and tag them #RealAnimalsFakePaws so we can find them.

We have accumulated 1,000,000 YouTube subscribers. We’re not really sure what that means!

2014-11-24T04:00:00Z

Special 19 Turkey Pardoning

Turkey pardoning is a weird tradition. They're basically all guilty... of being delicious.

2014-12-29T04:00:00Z

Special 20 New Year's Eve

New Year's Eve is the worst. John Oliver has some great excuses for getting out of it.

John Oliver apologizes to Jamie Dornan for perpetuating the #NotMyChristian hashtag...sort of.

2015-03-30T03:00:00Z

Special 22 April Fools' Day

April Fools’ Day is awful. Please stand with John Oliver and take the Last Week Tonight No-Prank Pledge.

John Oliver and Edward Snowden talk password security.

2015-05-25T03:00:00Z

Special 24 Lost Graphics

Special 24 Lost Graphics

  • 2015-05-25T03:00:00Z4m

John Oliver shows off some of his favorite graphics that never made it onto the show.

John responds to former FIFA Vice President Jack Warner’s wild “The Gloves Are Off” paid political program by buying his own airtime on Trinidad television.

Five years of people prematurely declaring the end of Obamacare. (This is a web-exclusive video.)

2015-07-06T03:00:00Z

Special 27 Shallow Dives

Special 27 Shallow Dives

  • 2015-07-06T03:00:00Z3m

Instead of covering 1 topic in 15 minutes, John Oliver covers 15 topics in 1 minute.

2015-08-31T03:00:00Z

Special 28 History Lies

Special 28 History Lies

  • 2015-08-31T03:00:00Z4m

John Oliver shares some of his favorite completely made-up history facts.

2015-09-07T03:00:00Z

Special 29 Back To School

John Oliver gives students a crash course in everything they will learn — or not learn — in school this year.

John Oliver explains that the Facebook privacy protection messages are a hoax and tells you how to actually protect your personal information.

2015-12-14T04:00:00Z

Special 31 Regifting

Special 31 Regifting

  • 2015-12-14T04:00:00Z4m

You will receive at least one horrible gift this month. John Oliver has some tips for getting rid of it.

2016-01-04T04:00:00Z

Special 32 Revised Resolutions

John Oliver helps you revise the New Year’s resolutions you’ve already failed to keep.

John Oliver shares more of his favorite graphics that never made it on the show.

2016-03-28T03:00:00Z

Special 34 Conspiracies

Special 34 Conspiracies

  • 2016-03-28T03:00:00Z5m

John Oliver delves into the world of conspiracies and the imagination required to create them. He attempts to wake up the sheeple by showing how Cadbury's Crème Egg is funding the Illuminati.

2016-05-02T03:00:00Z

Special 35 Cicadas

Special 35 Cicadas

  • 2016-05-02T03:00:00Z4m

A mass of cicadas will soon emerge after 17 years in the ground so John Oliver attempts to fill them in on what they have missed since 1999.

John Oliver looks at some things that don't exist, but definitely should.

2016-07-04T03:00:00Z

Special 37 Independence Day

To celebrate the anniversary of America’s Independence John Oliver reminds us what they lost in the process.

2016-07-11T03:00:00Z

Special 38 Fan Mail Vol. 2

John Oliver reads some fan mail, once again they all come from YouTube comments.

2016-07-17T03:00:00Z

Special 39 Endorsements

Special 39 Endorsements

  • 2016-07-17T03:00:00Z3m

John Oliver makes some official political endorsements.

2016-08-29T03:00:00Z

Special 40 Johnny Strong

Special 40 Johnny Strong

  • 2016-08-29T03:00:00Z4m

Fed up with the constant stream of superhero movies, John Oliver pitches an original idea for a summer blockbuster based on the adventures of Johnny Strong.

2016-09-05T03:00:00Z

Special 41 Labor Day

Special 41 Labor Day

  • 2016-09-05T03:00:00Z3m

Intrigued by the rule against wearing white after Labor Day, John Oliver suggests some other holiday rules to live by.

2016-09-12T03:00:00Z

Special 42 Birds

Special 42 Birds

  • 2016-09-12T03:00:00Z3m

John Oliver isn’t fond of birds. So as they begin their migration for winter he gives them a piece of his mind.

John Oliver discusses the recent flood of comments posted on the FCC's website.

John Oliver shares another collection of his favorite graphics that never made it onto the show.

2018-08-27T03:00:00Z

Special 45 Retractions

Special 45 Retractions

  • 2018-08-27T03:00:00Z4m

John Oliver sets the record straight about some dubious claims he’s made in the past.

2019-12-09T04:00:00Z

Special 46 SantaCon

Special 46 SantaCon

  • 2019-12-09T04:00:00Z6m

The holiday season brings with it a host of annual traditions. John Oliver discusses one of the worst.

2020-01-21T04:00:00Z

Special 47 Push Notifications

John Oliver explains what type of news should – and shouldn’t – warrant a push notification.

2020-12-07T04:00:00Z

Special 48 Pringles Update

Special 48 Pringles Update

  • 2020-12-07T04:00:00Z6m

With the help of viewers at home, John tries to get to the bottom of an important mystery.

John Oliver shares some of his favorite graphics that never made it to air.

2021-05-31T03:00:00Z

Special 50 Cereal

Special 50 Cereal

  • 2021-05-31T03:00:00Z7m

John Oliver explains why we need a fun new cereal, and makes a proposition for Cheerios.

2021-07-12T03:00:00Z

Special 51 Octopuses

Special 51 Octopuses

  • 2021-07-12T03:00:00Z9m

John Oliver explains why octopuses are cool, great, and yes, called “octopuses”.

2021-07-19T03:00:00Z

Special 52 John Dillermand

Special 52 John Dillermand

  • 2021-07-19T03:00:00Z7m

John Oliver explains why a Danish children's cartoon resonates with him so much.

You are cordially invited to attend Last Week Tonight's Masterpiece Gallery Tour. Visit lwtgallery.com or johnoliverhasyourraterotica.com for details.

John Oliver reveals the brave local car dealership that agreed to produce Last Week Tonight’s commercial script, sight unseen.

2021-12-06T04:00:00Z

Special 55 Snack Video Games

Special 55 Snack Video Games

  • 2021-12-06T04:00:00Z10m

John Oliver explores the lost world of snack-sponsored video games, and pitches some ideas to today’s snack brands.

2022-01-10T04:00:00Z

Special 56 Da Vinci Code

Special 56 Da Vinci Code

  • 2022-01-10T04:00:00Z9m

John Oliver discusses The Da Vinci Code: the book, the film, and, for some reason, the cultural phenomenon.

2022-04-26T03:00:00Z

Special 57 Air Bud

Special 57 Air Bud

  • 2022-04-26T03:00:00Z15m

John Oliver discusses rules, moral intention, and 1997's Air Bud.

2022-05-30T03:00:00Z

Special 58 Rocks

Special 58 Rocks

  • 2022-05-30T03:00:00Z17m

John Oliver discusses Kandiss Taylor, a prominent loser in the race for governor of Georgia, and fierce anti-rock activist.

2022-07-04T03:00:00Z

Special 59 Beach Dolls

Special 59 Beach Dolls

  • 2022-07-04T03:00:00Z9m

John Oliver discusses a surplus of dolls which have been mysteriously washing up on the beach in Texas, and, crucially, how they can be destroyed.

2022-08-29T03:00:00Z

Special 60 AI Images

Special 60 AI Images

  • 2022-08-29T03:00:00Z11m

John Oliver discusses the new trend of AI-generated images based on text prompts, and, of course, what it all has to do with cabbage.

2022-12-19T04:00:00Z

Special 61 Trash

Special 61 Trash

  • 2022-12-19T04:00:00Z9m

John Oliver explores trash and takes care of some unfinished business in the Ohio of Sweden.

In lieu of Homeowners Association, the Last Week Tonight team has prepared an alternative story made specifically for people under 35; one that focuses on a different crumbling American institution that you and your age cohorts might find deeply nostalgic: Chuck E. Cheese.

Series Premiere

2014-04-28T03:00:00Z

1x01 POM Wonderful v. Coca-Cola

Series Premiere

1x01 POM Wonderful v. Coca-Cola

  • 2014-04-28T03:00:00Z30m

John talks about the Indian election, Pom Wonderful and talks with the former NSA Director General Keith Alexander.

2014-05-05T03:00:00Z

1x02 Capital Punishment

1x02 Capital Punishment

  • 2014-05-05T03:00:00Z30m

John talks about the recent issues of the death penalty, François Hollande and the rising issues happening in Brunei.

2014-05-12T03:00:00Z

1x03 Climate Change Denial

John talks about Eurovision, Ukraine and Russia's relations and interviews Bill Nye about Climate Change.

2014-05-19T03:00:00Z

1x04 The Right to Be Forgotten

John talks about the product recall going on at General Motors, the EU Court of Justice "Right to be Forgotten" ruling and updates us on how the Indian election is going with help from Fareed Zakaria.

2014-06-02T03:00:00Z

1x05 Net Neutrality

1x05 Net Neutrality

  • 2014-06-02T03:00:00Z30m

John talks about the rise of the far-right political parties in Europe, the Ukrainian election, Afghanistan, Net Neutrality, Australia's hard-line right-wing Prime Minister Tony Abbott and the 2014 Scripps National Spelling Bee.

2014-06-09T03:00:00Z

1x06 FIFA and the World Cup

John talks about California Chrome and the Belmont Stakes, FIFA and the 2014 World Cup, and Syrian President Bashar al-Assad.

2014-06-16T03:00:00Z

1x07 Immigration Reform

1x07 Immigration Reform

  • 2014-06-16T03:00:00Z30m

John talks about US Immigration and interviews Professor Stephen Hawking.

2014-06-23T03:00:00Z

1x08 Dr. Oz

1x08 Dr. Oz

  • 2014-06-23T03:00:00Z30m

John talks about Iraq, Antarctica tourism and Dr. Oz's "Miracle Drug".

2014-06-30T03:00:00Z

1x09 Burwell v. Hobby Lobby

John Oliver sheds light on recent Supreme Court cases and discusses gay rights in Uganda with activist Pepe Julian Onziema.

John talks about modern American income inequality, Warren G. Harding's love letters and President Obama's "Day In The Life" tour.

John talks about the Gaza crisis, the decay of American prisons and the gambling addiction problem in Singapore.

John talks about human rights violations in the Middle East, nuclear disarmament and Russia's science satellite that lost communication.

2014-08-04T03:00:00Z

1x13 Native Advertising

1x13 Native Advertising

  • 2014-08-04T03:00:00Z30m

John talks about Uganda's anti-gay laws, the CIA's recent report on their use of torture, the New York Port Authority, Argentina's default on debt and native advertising.

2014-08-11T03:00:00Z

1x14 Payday Loans

1x14 Payday Loans

  • 2014-08-11T03:00:00Z30m

John talks about the return of US military actions in Iraq, replacing all passwords due to a global security breach and the terrible practices of the Payday Loan industry.

Focuses on the shooting of Michael Brown and police militarization in Ferguson, MO. John also discusses the topic of equal pay for equal work.

2014-09-08T03:00:00Z

1x16 Student Debt

1x16 Student Debt

  • 2014-09-08T03:00:00Z30m

John talks about ISIS and student loan debt. Musical group A Great Big World make a special appearance.

John talks about the NFL's decision on Ray Rice's contract, the international response to ISIS, Scotland's separation from the United Kingdom and Twitter hashtags that are being misused by corporations.

John covers the results of the Scottish referendum that took place the week before and explains why the policy of United States having embargo against Cuba doesn't make sense . The main story focuses on the Miss America pageant and their scholarships to women. John explains how outdated and absurd the requirements for the contestants are and to illustrate these problems, stages his own pageant with the help of a guest star - Kathy Griffin.

2014-09-29T03:00:00Z

1x19 Drones

1x19 Drones

  • 2014-09-29T03:00:00Z30m

John discusses U.S. military drones and the Kansas state budget shortfall. Also, Narendra Modi, the Prime Minster of India visited New York and did some classic New York things.

2014-10-06T03:00:00Z

1x20 Civil Forfeiture

1x20 Civil Forfeiture

  • 2014-10-06T03:00:00Z30m

Main story: how desperate the American law enforcement is to make money out of everyone by using the process called the "civil asset forfeiture," and how it would make for a weird episode of "Law and Order." Plus, John wants to host the 2022 Winter Olympics and how is Columbus Day still a thing.

2014-10-20T03:00:00Z

1x21 Military Translators

1x21 Military Translators

  • 2014-10-20T03:00:00Z30m

Translators who have aided the U.S. Military in Afghanistan and Iraq are in great danger in their home countries, but red tape is making it impossible for many of them to leave. John Oliver interviews FNU Mohammad, one translator who made it out. Plus, since cameras aren’t allowed in the Supreme Court discussions, most coverage of the important cases looks like garbage. John fixes that problem with real animals and fake paws.

2014-10-27T03:00:00Z

1x22 Sugar

1x22 Sugar

  • 2014-10-27T03:00:00Z30m

John Oliver talks about a Russian submarine in Sweden, ebola in New York, added sugar in food, Rob Ford's brother and interviews Jane Goodall.

While midterm coverage is largely focused on the parts of Congress that do very little, vital (and bizarre) midterm elections are going unexamined. State legislators pass a lot of bills, and some of that efficiency is thanks to a group called ALEC that writes legislation for them. It’s as shady as it sounds!

Season Finale

2014-11-10T04:00:00Z

1x24 The Lottery

Season Finale

1x24 The Lottery

  • 2014-11-10T04:00:00Z30m

The Lottery: State lotteries claim to be good for education and the general wellbeing of citizens. But are they? (Spoiler alert: No.) Also, there is a cannon that shoots salmon over dams. It’s awesome. Check it out.

Season Premiere

2015-02-09T04:00:00Z

2x01 Marketing to Doctors

Season Premiere

2x01 Marketing to Doctors

  • 2015-02-09T04:00:00Z30m

John Oliver discusses the growing issues of pharmaceutical companies marketing directly to and through doctors. Also, since RadioShack has filed for bankruptcy, John has created a farewell message for them. Plus, the online sessions by Ecuadorian President Rafael Correa to address the public aren't going too well.

2015-02-16T04:00:00Z

2x02 Tobacco

2x02 Tobacco

  • 2015-02-16T04:00:00Z30m

Thanks to tobacco industry regulations and marketing restrictions in the U.S., smoking rates have dropped dramatically. John Oliver explains how tobacco companies are keeping their business strong overseas and how Phillip Morris International in particular is employing some unethical legal practices while suing some of the world's poorest countries. Plus, we've noticed that the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue still exists but can’t quite figure out why.

2015-02-23T04:00:00Z

2x03 Elected Judges

2x03 Elected Judges

  • 2015-02-23T04:00:00Z30m

The vast majority of US judges are elected, forcing many judges to pander to the electorate and accept campaign money in order to keep their jobs. This seems slightly troubling... The UK's Labour Party has painted a campaign van pink in an attempt to attract women voters. We are glad they didn't keep going with that strategy.

2015-03-02T04:00:00Z

2x04 Infrastructure

2x04 Infrastructure

  • 2015-03-02T04:00:00Z30m

America's crumbling infrastructure: It's not a sexy problem, but it is a scary one.

2015-03-09T03:00:00Z

2x05 U.S. Territories

2x05 U.S. Territories

  • 2015-03-09T03:00:00Z30m

A set of Supreme Court decisions made over 100 years ago has left U.S. territories without meaningful representation. That’s weird, right? Plus, daylight saving time doesn’t actually benefit anyone. Strangely, it’s still a thing!

2015-03-16T03:00:00Z

2x06 The NCAA

2x06 The NCAA

  • 2015-03-16T03:00:00Z30m

The NCAA doesn’t pay athletes because they consider them amateurs. The NCAA considers them amateurs because they don’t get paid.

2015-03-23T03:00:00Z

2x07 Municipal Violations

2x07 Municipal Violations

  • 2015-03-23T03:00:00Z30m

If you have money, committing a municipal violation may pose you a minor inconvenience. If you don’t, it can ruin your life. Also, the New Hampshire legislature refused to make the red-tailed hawk the official raptor of their state... so Last Week Tonight made it the official raptor of the show.

2015-04-06T03:00:00Z

2x08 Government Surveillance

There are very few government checks on what America’s sweeping surveillance programs are capable of doing. John Oliver sits down with Edward Snowden to discuss the NSA, the balance between privacy and security, and dick-pics.

2015-04-13T03:00:00Z

2x09 The IRS

2x09 The IRS

  • 2015-04-13T03:00:00Z30m

Nobody likes the IRS. But recent budget and staff cuts have made it increasingly difficult for the department to do its very important job. Don’t take our word for it. Ask Michael Bolton.

2015-04-20T03:00:00Z

2x10 Patents

2x10 Patents

  • 2015-04-20T03:00:00Z30m

For inventors, patents are an essential protection against theft. But when patent trolls abuse the system by stockpiling patents and threatening lawsuits, businesses are forced to shell out tons of money. Also, CNN produced an actual doomsday video to broadcast when the world is ending and it’s incredibly dull. We've enlisted Martin Sheen to help make humanity’s final moments happier!

2015-04-27T03:00:00Z

2x11 Fashion

2x11 Fashion

  • 2015-04-27T03:00:00Z30m

John explores the concept of changing and cheap fashion and some of the ugliest truths of the manufacturing process.

2015-05-04T03:00:00Z

2x12 Standardized Testing

2x12 Standardized Testing

  • 2015-05-04T03:00:00Z30m

American students face a ridiculous amount of testing. John Oliver explains how standardized tests impact school funding, the achievement gap and how often the kids are expected to throw up while taking one.

2015-05-11T03:00:00Z

2x13 Paid Family Leave

2x13 Paid Family Leave

  • 2015-05-11T03:00:00Z30m

Many American companies do not offer paid leave after the birth of a child, which means they probably shouldn’t run sappy Mother’s Day ads. Also, the Japanese have some unhealthy obsession with mascots and John proposes to adopt some of that culture in the U.S. government agencies as well.

2015-05-18T03:00:00Z

2x14 Chickens

2x14 Chickens

  • 2015-05-18T03:00:00Z30m

John Oliver explains how chicken farming can be unfair, punishing, and inhumane. And not just for the chickens!

2015-06-01T03:00:00Z

2x15 FIFA II

2x15 FIFA II

  • 2015-06-01T03:00:00Z30m

After the arrests of numerous top officials, John Oliver decided to give an update on the state of FIFA. Also, Thailand's ignorance about the world's history involving Hitler might require some re-education.

2015-06-08T03:00:00Z

2x16 Bail

2x16 Bail

  • 2015-06-08T03:00:00Z30m

John Oliver explains why America’s bail system is better for the reality TV industry than it is for the justice system.

2015-06-15T03:00:00Z

2x17 Torture

2x17 Torture

  • 2015-06-15T03:00:00Z30m

The US Senate Torture Report revealed horrifying details of America's interrogation program. Helen Mirren will fill you in. Plus, information about the 2015 European Games and the Canadian Senate expenses scandal.

2015-06-22T03:00:00Z

2x18 The Internet

2x18 The Internet

  • 2015-06-22T03:00:00Z30m

Online harassment is a major problem, but it’s rarely prosecuted. If only we’d been warned about this in the early days of the internet.

2015-06-29T03:00:00Z

2x19 Transgender Rights

2x19 Transgender Rights

  • 2015-06-29T03:00:00Z30m

This week’s gay rights victory was historic, but the transgender community still faces staggering challenges. John Oliver focuses on the “T” in “LGBT."

2015-07-13T03:00:00Z

2x20 Stadiums

2x20 Stadiums

  • 2015-07-13T03:00:00Z30m

Cities spend massive amounts of public money on privately-owned stadiums. Cities issue tax-exempt municipal bonds that — wait, don’t fall asleep!

2015-07-20T03:00:00Z

2x21 Food Waste

2x21 Food Waste

  • 2015-07-20T03:00:00Z30m

Producers, sellers, and consumers waste tons of food. John Oliver discusses the shocking amount of food we don’t eat.

Mandatory minimums require fixed prison sentences for certain crimes. John Oliver explains why we treat some turkeys better than most low-level offenders.

2015-08-03T03:00:00Z

2x23 District of Columbia

2x23 District of Columbia

  • 2015-08-03T03:00:00Z30m

Washington DC experiences taxation without representation. It's also missing from rhyming state songs. John Oliver and a group of singing children fix one of these problems. Plus, a sex scandal involving the Chairman of the British House of Lords.

2015-08-10T03:00:00Z

2x24 Sex Education

2x24 Sex Education

  • 2015-08-10T03:00:00Z30m

Sex education varies widely between school districts, leaving many teens without comprehensive information. We made a video that covers what some schools are too embarrassed to teach.

2015-08-17T03:00:00Z

2x25 Church

2x25 Church

  • 2015-08-17T03:00:00Z30m

John discusses predatory churches and televangelism, and how the U.S. tax law allows them to get away with almost anything. Plus, the raising of the American flag in Cuba, the redesign of New Zealand's flag, and President Harding's illegitimate child.

2015-08-24T03:00:00Z

2x26 LGBT Discrimination

2x26 LGBT Discrimination

  • 2015-08-24T03:00:00Z29m

This year’s gay marriage ruling was a milestone, but LGBT discrimination is still surprisingly legal. John Oliver explains why we need a federal anti-discrimination law. Plus, the rising tensions on the border between North and South Korea, and why Vladimir Putin has started a war on food.

2015-09-14T03:00:00Z

2x27 Public Defenders

2x27 Public Defenders

  • 2015-09-14T03:00:00Z30m

The Miranda warning includes the right to a public defender. It doesn’t include the fact that public defenders are highly overworked and grossly underpaid. Plus, a Michigan state legislature scandal, Guatemala's unusual election, and the longevity of Queen Elizabeth II.

2015-09-28T03:00:00Z

2x28 Migrants and Refugees

Millions of migrants seeking asylum in Europe face hostility, racism, and red tape. John Oliver does one admittedly tiny thing for one of them. Plus Pope's visit to the U.S., the unsavory practices of Volkswagen car manufacturer, and some shocking allegations about the activities of former British PM David Cameron.

2015-10-05T03:00:00Z

2x29 Mental Health

2x29 Mental Health

  • 2015-10-05T03:00:00Z30m

John discusses Russia's involvement in Syria, the U.N. General Assembly, and the problems with the national system for treating mental illness. Plus, why creating a Yelp-like app for rating other people seems like a bad idea.

2015-10-12T03:00:00Z

2x30 North Dakota

2x30 North Dakota

  • 2015-10-12T03:00:00Z30m

North Dakota is known for being polite, but perhaps they’ve been a little too hospitable to oil companies. Plus, the mess atop of FIFA's leadership and the connection between Toyota and ISIS.

2015-10-19T03:00:00Z

2x31 Canada

2x31 Canada

  • 2015-10-19T03:00:00Z30m

Canada is about to have a major election. John Oliver enlists Mike Myers, a beaver, and a moose to give voters some advice. Plus, the unpopularity of the Mexican president Enrique Peña Nieto and the habit of American politicians to misquote historical figures.

2015-11-02T04:00:00Z

2x32 Medicaid Gap

2x32 Medicaid Gap

  • 2015-11-02T04:00:00Z30m

John Oliver looks at the upcoming local state elections, the results of which could affect the lives of millions of Americans that are looking for Medicaid assistance. Plus, the 'peace talks' held in Vienna, Austria concerning the war in Syria gather nearly 20 countries, but not a single representative from Syria itself. And how Kenny G could help de-escalate the tension between China and its neighbors in South China Sea.

2015-11-09T04:00:00Z

2x33 Prisoner Re-entry

2x33 Prisoner Re-entry

  • 2015-11-09T04:00:00Z30m

John Oliver discusses problems that prisoners face when re-entering the society after they're released from prison. A quick interview with Bilal Chatman shines a light on one such case. Plus, a law proposed in the United Kingdom advocates for a mass surveillance of citizens' online activities, how Department of Defense is paying huge sums of money to professional sports teams to honor veterans during their events, and Washington Redskins file a lawsuit to defend their poorly chosen trademark name by naming other terrible examples.

2015-11-16T04:00:00Z

2x34 Daily Fantasy Sports

2x34 Daily Fantasy Sports

  • 2015-11-16T04:00:00Z30m

John talks about the recent Paris attacks, China's Singles Day, the Koh-i-Noor diamond and Daily Fantasy Sports.

Season Finale

2015-11-23T04:00:00Z

2x35 Refugees & Pennies

Season Finale

2x35 Refugees & Pennies

  • 2015-11-23T04:00:00Z30m

John reflects on the aftermath of Paris attacks and how it affects refugees worldwide. Plus, he questions the usefulness of the U.S. penny, since minting the coins costs more than they're actually worth.

Season Premiere

2016-02-15T04:00:00Z

3x01 Voting

Season Premiere

3x01 Voting

  • 2016-02-15T04:00:00Z30m

John talks about the late Antonin Scalia's love of the Letter of the Law, Chipotle's food safety problems, how Voter IDs laws should be applied to those who write them, and New Zealand's economic development minister Steven Joyce.

2016-02-22T04:00:00Z

3x02 Abortion Laws

3x02 Abortion Laws

  • 2016-02-22T04:00:00Z30m

John talks about the South Carolina Republican primary, the Supreme Court vacancy and abortion, which theoretically is legal in the U.S., but some states make it practically inaccessible. Plus, how is Hollywood whitewashing still a thing?

2016-02-29T04:00:00Z

3x03 Donald Trump

3x03 Donald Trump

  • 2016-02-29T04:00:00Z30m

John talks about the Egyptian president and economic crisis, the Guantanamo Bay shutdown and Donald Trump.

2016-03-07T04:00:00Z

3x04 Special Districts

3x04 Special Districts

  • 2016-03-07T04:00:00Z30m

Special districts spend more public money than all city governments combined. That's odd considering most of us don't know they exist.

2016-03-14T03:00:00Z

3x05 Encryption

3x05 Encryption

  • 2016-03-14T03:00:00Z29m

Strong encryption poses problems for law enforcement, is weakening it worth the risks it presents? It’s…complicated.

2016-03-21T03:00:00Z

3x06 Border Wall

3x06 Border Wall

  • 2016-03-21T03:00:00Z30m

Donald Drumpf wants to build a wall on the U.S.-Mexico border. Is his plan feasible?

2016-04-04T03:00:00Z

3x07 Congressional Fundraising

Lawmakers have to raise money to keep their jobs, but a surprising amount of their job now consists of raising money. John Oliver sits down with Congressman Steve Israel to discuss the costs of political spending.

2016-04-11T03:00:00Z

3x08 Credit Reports

3x08 Credit Reports

  • 2016-04-11T03:00:00Z30m

Credit reports play a surprisingly large role in our lives, but even more surprising is how often they contain critical mistakes. John Oliver helps credit agencies see why this is a problem.

2016-04-18T03:00:00Z

3x09 Lead

3x09 Lead

  • 2016-04-18T03:00:00Z30m

Lead poisoning is a national problem. If only lawmakers were as concerned as the puppets on Sesame Street.

2016-04-25T03:00:00Z

3x10 Puerto Rico

3x10 Puerto Rico

  • 2016-04-25T03:00:00Z30m

Puerto Rico is suffering a massive debt crisis. Lin-Manuel Miranda joins John Oliver to call for relief.

2016-05-09T03:00:00Z

3x11 Scientific Studies

3x11 Scientific Studies

  • 2016-05-09T03:00:00Z30m

John Oliver on Sticking to the Facts: Media outlets often report new findings from scientific studies, but how many are true?

2016-05-16T03:00:00Z

3x12 911

3x12 911

  • 2016-05-16T03:00:00Z30m

John Oliver on 911 Reliability: Things you never want to hear: there are no guarantees when you call 911. Emergency call centers are in desperate need of funding and new technology, so “no guarantees” is the unfortunate reality.

2016-05-23T03:00:00Z

3x13 Primaries and Caucuses

Last Week Tonight Tackles U.S. Primaries and Caucuses: The United States selection process for presidential nominees is convoluted — to say the least. Nevertheless, John Oliver reminds Americans that the "middle of the game" is the worst possible time to change the rules.

2016-06-06T03:00:00Z

3x14 Debt Buyers

3x14 Debt Buyers

  • 2016-06-06T03:00:00Z35m

John Oliver Takes On Debt Buyers: Companies that purchase debt on the cheap will aggressively collect on it. 'Last Week Tonight’ took a hands-on approach to addressing this issue.

2016-06-13T03:00:00Z

3x15 Retirement Plans

3x15 Retirement Plans

  • 2016-06-13T03:00:00Z32m

John Oliver Covers Ins and Outs of Retirement Plans: Saving for retirement means navigating a potential minefield of high fees and bad advice - Last Week Tonight is here to help.

2016-06-20T03:00:00Z

3x16 Brexit

3x16 Brexit

  • 2016-06-20T03:00:00Z30m

John Oliver on “Brexiting” from the EU: There might be an innate British desire to diss Europe, but Last Week Tonight lays out exactly why it’s a mistake to leave the EU.

2016-06-27T03:00:00Z

3x17 Doping

3x17 Doping

  • 2016-06-27T03:00:00Z30m

John talks about the aftermath of the Brexit vote in the United Kingdom and doping in sports with the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio on the horizon.

John talks about the disastrous Republican National Convention in Cleveland, where politicians were mostly talking about their feelings equating them to facts. Plus, Hillary Clinton's VP pick, the appointment of Boris Johnson as Britain's Foreign Secretary, the resignation of Roger Ailes from FOX and the unauthorized use of songs in political campaigns.

John covers the rocky Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia. Plus, the military coup in Turkey and its aftermath, the voter ID laws targeting the minorities and how are tanning beds still a thing.

2016-08-08T03:00:00Z

3x20 Journalism

3x20 Journalism

  • 2016-08-08T03:00:00Z30m

John Oliver has some bad news about the state of the industry that gives us our news. Plus, the coverage of the Opening Ceremony of Rio Olympics.

2016-08-15T03:00:00Z

3x21 Auto Lending

3x21 Auto Lending

  • 2016-08-15T03:00:00Z30m

Auto lenders can steer vulnerable people into crushing debt. Keegan-Michael Key and Bob Balaban help John Oliver show exactly how.

2016-08-22T03:00:00Z

3x22 Charter Schools

3x22 Charter Schools

  • 2016-08-22T03:00:00Z35m

Charter schools are privately run, publicly funded, and irregularly regulated. John Oliver explores why they aren’t at all like pizzerias.

2016-09-26T03:00:00Z

3x23 Scandals

3x23 Scandals

  • 2016-09-26T03:00:00Z30m

Taking a walk down memory lane, 'Last Week Tonight' assesses Donald Trump's vs. Hillary Clinton's scandals.

2016-10-03T03:00:00Z

3x24 Police Accountability

John Oliver discusses the systems in place to investigate and hold police officers accountable for misconduct.

2016-10-10T03:00:00Z

3x25 Guantánamo

3x25 Guantánamo

  • 2016-10-10T03:00:00Z30m

John Oliver examines the legal and moral issues surrounding the military prison at Guantánamo Bay.

2016-10-17T03:00:00Z

3x26 Third Parties

3x26 Third Parties

  • 2016-10-17T03:00:00Z30m

Third party candidates want to be serious contenders, so John Oliver considers them seriously as potential presidents.

2016-10-24T03:00:00Z

3x27 Opioids

3x27 Opioids

  • 2016-10-24T03:00:00Z35m

John Oliver discusses the extent and root of the nation’s epidemic of opioid addiction.

2016-10-31T03:00:00Z

3x28 School Segregation

3x28 School Segregation

  • 2016-10-31T03:00:00Z30m

Public schools are increasingly divided by race and class. John Oliver discusses the troubling trend towards school resegregation.

2016-11-07T04:00:00Z

3x29 Multilevel Marketing

3x29 Multilevel Marketing

  • 2016-11-07T04:00:00Z40m

Multilevel marketing companies claim to be legitimate businesses, but some seems awfully pyramid shaped, and that's a problem.

Season Finale

2016-11-14T04:00:00Z

3x30 President-Elect Trump

Season Finale

3x30 President-Elect Trump

  • 2016-11-14T04:00:00Z30m

The presidential race has been a hell of a ride. ‘Last Week Tonight’ closes out the election and Season 3 with a bang.

Season Premiere

2017-02-13T04:00:00Z

4x01 Trump vs. Truth

Season Premiere

4x01 Trump vs. Truth

  • 2017-02-13T04:00:00Z30m

Donald Trump spreads a lot of false information thanks to his daily consumption of morning cable news. If only we could sneak some facts into the president’s media diet.

2017-02-20T04:00:00Z

4x02 Putin

4x02 Putin

  • 2017-02-20T04:00:00Z30m

Vladimir Putin is known as a ruthless leader and master manipulator. John Oliver enlists a group of singing dancers to explain that to Donald Trump.

2017-02-27T04:00:00Z

4x03 Obamacare

4x03 Obamacare

  • 2017-02-27T04:00:00Z30m

Congressional Republicans could soon vote to repeal Obamacare. John Oliver explores why their replacement plans are similar to a thong.

2017-03-06T04:00:00Z

4x04 Dalai Lama

4x04 Dalai Lama

  • 2017-03-06T04:00:00Z30m

Tibetan Buddhists have suffered deep persecution by the Chinese government. John Oliver sits down with the Dalai Lama to discuss China, the conditions in Tibet, and horse milk.

2017-03-13T03:00:00Z

4x05 American Health Care Act

The Republican health care bill could leave many Americans without affordable coverage. Last Week Tonight's catheter cowboy returns to morning cable news to explain that to Donald Trump.

2017-03-20T03:00:00Z

4x06 Federal Budget

4x06 Federal Budget

  • 2017-03-20T03:00:00Z30m

Donald Trump's federal budget plan proposes large funding cuts with largely negative consequences. John Oliver examines the troubling priorities of the new administration.

2017-04-03T03:00:00Z

4x07 Marijuana

4x07 Marijuana

  • 2017-04-03T03:00:00Z30m

Under federal law, even legal marijuana is illegal. John Oliver explains why conflicting drug laws pose serious problems.

2017-04-10T03:00:00Z

4x08 Gerrymandering

4x08 Gerrymandering

  • 2017-04-10T03:00:00Z30m

Lawmakers often reshape voting districts to shift the balance of political power. That's unfair to voters, even those of us with questionable judgment.

2017-04-17T03:00:00Z

4x09 French Elections

4x09 French Elections

  • 2017-04-17T03:00:00Z30m

The presidential election in France could determine the political future of Europe. John Oliver visits an excessively French bistro to deliver an urgent message to voters.

2017-04-24T03:00:00Z

4x10 Ivanka & Jared

4x10 Ivanka & Jared

  • 2017-04-24T03:00:00Z30m

Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner hold an incredible amount of political power. That's troubling considering their incredibly small amount of political experience.

2017-05-08T03:00:00Z

4x11 Net Neutrality II

4x11 Net Neutrality II

  • 2017-05-08T03:00:00Z30m

Equal access to online information is once again under serious threat. John Oliver encourages internet commenters to voice their displeasure to the FCC by visiting www.gofccyourself.com.

2017-05-15T03:00:00Z

4x12 Dialysis

4x12 Dialysis

  • 2017-05-15T03:00:00Z30m

For-profit dialysis companies often maximize their profits at the expense of their patients. John Oliver explores why a medical clinic is nothing like a Taco Bell.

2017-05-22T03:00:00Z

4x13 Stupid Watergate

4x13 Stupid Watergate

  • 2017-05-22T03:00:00Z30m

John Oliver discusses the shocking magnitude and potential impact of the latest revelations surrounding the Russia investigation.

2017-06-05T03:00:00Z

4x14 Paris Agreement

4x14 Paris Agreement

  • 2017-06-05T03:00:00Z30m

Donald Trump plans to withdraw the United States from the Paris agreement on climate change. That's bad news for anyone who happens to live on this planet.

2017-06-12T03:00:00Z

4x15 Brexit II

4x15 Brexit II

  • 2017-06-12T03:00:00Z30m

In the wake of a divisive election, the UK will begin the process of leaving the European Union. John Oliver and an intergalactic space lord propose a plan.

2017-06-19T03:00:00Z

4x16 Coal

4x16 Coal

  • 2017-06-19T03:00:00Z30m

We’ve heard a lot of talk about coal miners in the last year, but what are the real issues surrounding coal? John Oliver and a giant squirrel look into it.

2017-06-26T03:00:00Z

4x17 Vaccines

4x17 Vaccines

  • 2017-06-26T03:00:00Z30m

The benefits of vaccines far outweigh the minuscule risks, but some parents still question their safety. John Oliver discusses why some people may still feel uncertainty about childhood vaccinations.

2017-07-03T03:00:00Z

4x18 Sinclair Broadcast Group

Sinclair Broadcast Group is the largest owner of local TV stations in the country. That's alarming considering that they often inject political views into local news.

2017-07-31T03:00:00Z

4x19 Alex Jones

4x19 Alex Jones

  • 2017-07-31T03:00:00Z30m

Alex Jones is known for pushing conspiracy theories, but he also spends a lot of time promoting his own products. John Oliver and a “doctor” “from” M.I.T. test out his marketing strategy.

2017-08-07T03:00:00Z

4x20 Border Patrol

4x20 Border Patrol

  • 2017-08-07T03:00:00Z30m

Donald Trump's plan to hire more Border Patrol agents could lead to more corruption and misconduct. If only their recruitment ads were designed to attract the most suitable applicants.

2017-08-14T03:00:00Z

4x21 North Korea

4x21 North Korea

  • 2017-08-14T03:00:00Z30m

As nuclear tensions continue to escalate between the United States and North Korea, John Oliver enlists "Weird Al" Yankovic to perform some accordion-based diplomacy.

2017-08-21T03:00:00Z

4x22 Nuclear Waste

4x22 Nuclear Waste

  • 2017-08-21T03:00:00Z30m

Nuclear waste poses a serious threat to public health if it's not stored in a safe place. John Oliver explains why the United States desperately needs to build a metaphorical toilet for all that waste.

2017-09-11T03:00:00Z

4x23 Joe Arpaio

4x23 Joe Arpaio

  • 2017-09-11T03:00:00Z30m

Donald Trump issued his first presidential pardon to the last person who should get one. John Oliver discusses the troubling record of former Arizona sheriff Joe Arpaio.

2017-09-25T03:00:00Z

4x24 Corporate Consolidation

Big businesses are getting even bigger thanks to a rise in corporate mergers. John Oliver explains why that could make you want to physically destroy your cable box.

2017-10-02T03:00:00Z

4x25 Forensic Science

4x25 Forensic Science

  • 2017-10-02T03:00:00Z30m

Forensic science used in criminal trials can be surprisingly unscientific. Maybe a new television procedural could help change the public perception.

2017-10-09T03:00:00Z

4x26 Confederacy

4x26 Confederacy

  • 2017-10-09T03:00:00Z30m

Confederate symbols are still celebrated despite the ugly history they symbolize. John Oliver suggests some representations of southern pride that involve less racism and more Stephen Colbert.

2017-10-16T03:00:00Z

4x27 Equifax

4x27 Equifax

  • 2017-10-16T03:00:00Z30m

John Oliver discusses the massive impact of the cybersecurity breach at Equifax and their massively misguided attempts to mitigate the damage.

2017-10-30T03:00:00Z

4x28 Floods

4x28 Floods

  • 2017-10-30T03:00:00Z30m

John Oliver explains why our federal system for financing flood recovery perpetuates a pattern of destruction and why you should never offer a tortilla chip to a seagull.

2017-11-06T04:00:00Z

4x29 Economic Development

4x29 Economic Development

  • 2017-11-06T04:00:00Z30m

State and local governments offer large financial incentives to attract employers to their part of the country. John Oliver explains what communities get, or often don't get, in return.

Season Finale

2017-11-13T04:00:00Z

4x30 The Trump Presidency

Season Finale

4x30 The Trump Presidency

  • 2017-11-13T04:00:00Z30m

One year after the presidential election, John Oliver discusses what we've learned so far and enlists our catheter cowboy to teach Donald Trump what he hasn't.

Season Premiere

2018-02-19T04:00:00Z

5x01 Trump vs. The World

Season Premiere

5x01 Trump vs. The World

  • 2018-02-19T04:00:00Z30m

America's reputation is being damaged by its own president. John Oliver, several dinosaurs, and the NYC Gay Men's Chorus remind the world that our country is...complicated.

2018-02-26T04:00:00Z

5x02 Italian Election

5x02 Italian Election

  • 2018-02-26T04:00:00Z30m

Italy is in the throes of a turbulent race to elect a new prime minister. John Oliver discusses the colorful contenders and introduces an equally ridiculous candidate.

2018-03-05T04:00:00Z

5x03 NRA TV

5x03 NRA TV

  • 2018-03-05T04:00:00Z30m

The NRA's streaming lifestyle network aims to boost gun sales, often by using an ominous tone that would make just about anything sound terrifying...including muffins.

2018-03-12T03:00:00Z

5x04 Cryptocurrencies

5x04 Cryptocurrencies

  • 2018-03-12T03:00:00Z30m

Digital currencies are generating a lot of excitement. John Oliver enlists Keegan-Michael Key to get potential investors equally excited about the concept of caution.

2018-03-19T03:00:00Z

5x05 Mike Pence

5x05 Mike Pence

  • 2018-03-19T03:00:00Z30m

John Oliver can't help but say nice things about the Vice President's rabbit, Marlon Bundo. Last Week Tonight even wrote a children's book about him.

2018-04-02T03:00:00Z

5x06 Immigration Courts

5x06 Immigration Courts

  • 2018-04-02T03:00:00Z30m

America’s dysfunctional immigration court system forces many children to appear in court alone. That’s as ridiculous in real life as it would be on a courtroom television show.

2018-04-09T03:00:00Z

5x07 Crisis Pregnancy Centers

Crisis pregnancy centers deceptively steer woman away from abortion. They can be started way too easily by religious groups like, for instance, a late night talk show’s megachurch.

2018-04-16T03:00:00Z

5x08 Corporate Taxes

5x08 Corporate Taxes

  • 2018-04-16T03:00:00Z30m

Many of America’s largest corporations shift a surprising portion of their profits overseas to avoid paying taxes. Even more surprisingly, that’s a legal thing to do.

2018-04-23T03:00:00Z

5x09 Iran Deal

5x09 Iran Deal

  • 2018-04-23T03:00:00Z30m

Donald Trump could soon dismantle the agreement designed to curb the Iranian nuclear program. Our catheter cowboy will do his best to keep that from happening.

2018-05-07T03:00:00Z

5x10 Rudy Giuliani

5x10 Rudy Giuliani

  • 2018-05-07T03:00:00Z30m

Rudy Giuliani is new to Trump’s legal team, but not to public controversy. Last Week Tonight examines his turbulent record in the wake of his recent political upsets.

2018-05-14T03:00:00Z

5x11 Venezuela

5x11 Venezuela

  • 2018-05-14T03:00:00Z30m

John Oliver discusses the devastating economic crisis in Venezuela and enlists the help of a large bird who bears a striking resemblance to Wilmer Valderrama.

Other segments: Wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, proposed 2018 North Korea-United States summit

2018-06-04T03:00:00Z

5x13 Guardianship

5x13 Guardianship

  • 2018-06-04T03:00:00Z30m

It’s alarmingly easy for a total stranger to gain total control over the life of a senior citizen. We enlisted a group of celebrities to offer a warning about predatory behavior...in a legal guardian or a hippo.

2018-06-11T03:00:00Z

5x14 Stupid Watergate II

5x14 Stupid Watergate II

  • 2018-06-11T03:00:00Z30m

John Oliver explains how the president and his allies are going full O. J. in order to undermine the investigation of Russian interference in the 2016 election.

2018-06-18T03:00:00Z

5x15 Xi Jinping

5x15 Xi Jinping

  • 2018-06-18T03:00:00Z30m

Chinese president Xi Jinping is amassing an alarming amount of political power. If only his propaganda videos made the idea of unrestricted authority seem as troubling as the concept of singing children.

2018-06-25T03:00:00Z

5x16 Mexican Elections

5x16 Mexican Elections

  • 2018-06-25T03:00:00Z30m

Mexico is on the verge of a major election. John Oliver discusses some things we should know about the races and one thing we should not know about Santa Claus.

2018-07-02T03:00:00Z

5x17 Gene Editing

5x17 Gene Editing

  • 2018-07-02T03:00:00Z30m

Scientists are developing new ways to alter the genetic code of living organisms. John Oliver explores the risks, rewards, and wolf-related hazards of gene editing.

With a national dialogue underway about sexual harassment in the workplace, John Oliver sits down with Anita Hill to discuss the recent response to a not-so-recent problem.

2018-08-06T03:00:00Z

5x19 Prosecutors

5x19 Prosecutors

  • 2018-08-06T03:00:00Z30m

John Oliver explains how prosecutors use, or in some cases misuse, their power within our criminal justice system and why it’s important to know whether or not your district attorney is a dog.

2018-08-13T03:00:00Z

5x20 Astroturfing

5x20 Astroturfing

  • 2018-08-13T03:00:00Z30m

Organizations can hire fake advocates who create the illusion of real support for their message. It’s a shady practice called astroturfing that can warp the public perception of anything...even astroturfing.

2018-08-20T03:00:00Z

5x21 Trade

5x21 Trade

  • 2018-08-20T03:00:00Z30m

Donald Trump is waging a trade war that hurts a lot of American workers. Maybe he would understand that if our heavy-handed documentaries about the global trading system were more informative.

2018-09-10T03:00:00Z

5x22 Felony Disenfranchisement

Many people with felony convictions are unfairly prohibited from voting, and the worst state for this — surprise — is Florida.

2018-09-24T03:00:00Z

5x23 Facebook

5x23 Facebook

  • 2018-09-24T03:00:00Z30m

Facebook’s global expansion has been linked to political turmoil overseas, so maybe their ads should focus less on how they “connect the world” and more on why connecting people isn’t always the best idea.

2018-10-01T03:00:00Z

5x24 Brett Kavanaugh

5x24 Brett Kavanaugh

  • 2018-10-01T03:00:00Z30m

John Oliver discusses the ongoing controversy surrounding Brett Kavanaugh, the sexual assault allegations against him, his Supreme Court nomination, and what that could all mean for the highest (mostly-dog) court in the land.

2018-10-08T03:00:00Z

5x25 Brazilian Elections

5x25 Brazilian Elections

  • 2018-10-08T03:00:00Z30m

Brazil is about to elect a new president during a turbulent period of political corruption and economic uncertainty. John Oliver urges the people of Brazil not to figuratively fingerbang their democracy.

2018-10-15T03:00:00Z

5x26 Saudi Arabia

5x26 Saudi Arabia

  • 2018-10-15T03:00:00Z30m

Following the alarming disappearance of a Saudi journalist and political dissident, John Oliver examines America's uncomfortably comfortable relationship with Saudi Arabia.

2018-10-29T03:00:00Z

5x27 State Attorneys General

State AGs have become major partisan players in national politics, so the races to elect them are worth your attention.

2018-11-05T04:00:00Z

5x28 Family Separation

5x28 Family Separation

  • 2018-11-05T04:00:00Z30m

John Oliver discusses the disturbing policy that separated migrant families detained at our southern border, and the disturbingly real chance that it could happen again.

2018-11-12T04:00:00Z

5x29 Drain the Swamp

5x29 Drain the Swamp

  • 2018-11-12T04:00:00Z30m

Donald Trump promised to “drain the swamp.” But considering the culture of corruption inside of his administration, Washington is looking awfully...swampy.

Season Finale

2018-11-19T04:00:00Z

5x30 Authoritarianism

Season Finale

5x30 Authoritarianism

  • 2018-11-19T04:00:00Z30m

John Oliver discusses the growing number of authoritarian leaders around the world, their common characteristics, and whether or not one of them is currently our president.

Season Premiere

2019-02-18T04:00:00Z

6x01 Brexit III

Season Premiere

6x01 Brexit III

  • 2019-02-18T04:00:00Z30m

The UK could officially leave the European Union next month, which would be a huge change with hugely damaging consequences.

2019-02-25T04:00:00Z

6x02 Psychics

6x02 Psychics

  • 2019-02-25T04:00:00Z30m

Psychics may seem harmless and fun on TV, but they can make a lot of money by exploiting vulnerable people.

2019-03-04T04:00:00Z

6x03 Automation

6x03 Automation

  • 2019-03-04T04:00:00Z30m

Automation often seems like a scary new problem, but it’s neither entirely scary nor entirely new.

2019-03-11T03:00:00Z

6x04 Robocalls

6x04 Robocalls

  • 2019-03-11T03:00:00Z30m

Robocalls are a growing problem. If only we could make the FCC care a little bit more about fixing it.

2019-03-18T03:00:00Z

6x05 Public Shaming

6x05 Public Shaming

  • 2019-03-18T03:00:00Z30m

John Oliver talks about the power of public shaming, good and bad.

2019-04-01T03:00:00Z

6x06 WWE

6x06 WWE

  • 2019-04-01T03:00:00Z30m

John Oliver discusses how the WWE takes care of its wrestlers — and how it doesn’t.

2019-04-08T03:00:00Z

6x07 Mobile Homes

6x07 Mobile Homes

  • 2019-04-08T03:00:00Z30m

Mobile homes may seem like an affordable housing option, but large investment companies are making them less and less so.

2019-04-15T03:00:00Z

6x08 Opioids II

6x08 Opioids II

  • 2019-04-15T03:00:00Z30m

Following some recent revelations about the role of large companies in America’s ongoing opioid epidemic, John Oliver takes another look at the crisis.

2019-04-22T03:00:00Z

6x09 Mueller Report

6x09 Mueller Report

  • 2019-04-22T03:00:00Z30m

Following the release of the Mueller Report, John Oliver discusses what we’ve learned.

2019-05-06T03:00:00Z

6x10 Lethal Injections

6x10 Lethal Injections

  • 2019-05-06T03:00:00Z30m

John Oliver discusses the lethal injection process, which is definitely not as pleasant as talking about a squeaking frog.

2019-05-13T03:00:00Z

6x11 Green New Deal

6x11 Green New Deal

  • 2019-05-13T03:00:00Z30m

With the Green New Deal sparking a national conversation about all the ways to combat climate change, John Oliver looks at a few potential solutions.

2019-05-20T03:00:00Z

6x12 Death Investigations

America’s system for conducting death investigations is a mess. John Oliver explains why we should all be a little more concerned about fixing it.

2019-06-03T03:00:00Z

6x13 Medical Devices

6x13 Medical Devices

  • 2019-06-03T03:00:00Z30m

John Oliver discusses the medical device industry, which is a huge business with a hugely troubling lack of regulation.

2019-06-10T03:00:00Z

6x14 Equal Rights Amendment

There’s still nothing in our constitution that explicitly prohibits sex discrimination. John Oliver talks about how to fix that.

2019-06-17T03:00:00Z

6x15 Impeachment

6x15 Impeachment

  • 2019-06-17T03:00:00Z30m

With a national conversation underway about the possibility of impeachment, John Oliver discusses whether the benefits outweigh the potential risks.

2019-06-24T03:00:00Z

6x16 Everest

6x16 Everest

  • 2019-06-24T03:00:00Z30m

Climbing Mount Everest has become dangerously popular. John Oliver explains why.

2019-07-01T03:00:00Z

6x17 Warehouses

6x17 Warehouses

  • 2019-07-01T03:00:00Z30m

It’s easy to buy things online, and even easier not to think about how they get to you. John Oliver discusses what happens when you click “buy now.”

2019-07-29T03:00:00Z

6x18 Boris Johnson

6x18 Boris Johnson

  • 2019-07-29T03:00:00Z30m

John Oliver explains how Britain’s new prime minister, Boris Johnson, has succeeded – not despite his bumbling persona, but often because of it.

2019-08-05T03:00:00Z

6x19 Prison Labor

6x19 Prison Labor

  • 2019-08-05T03:00:00Z30m

John Oliver explains how prisoners make and spend money, and how companies can profit at the expense of their families.

2019-08-12T03:00:00Z

6x20 Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov

John Oliver takes a look at the president of Turkmenistan, a dangerous autocrat with some notably strange obsessions.

2019-08-19T03:00:00Z

6x21 Bias in Medicine

6x21 Bias in Medicine

  • 2019-08-19T03:00:00Z30m

John Oliver discusses the roles that gender and racial bias can play in medical treatment.

2019-09-09T03:00:00Z

6x22 Filibuster

6x22 Filibuster

  • 2019-09-09T03:00:00Z30m

John Oliver explains why filibusters exist, why they shouldn't, and why it's stupid to drink coffee like a cat.

2019-09-16T03:00:00Z

6x23 Legal Immigration

6x23 Legal Immigration

  • 2019-09-16T03:00:00Z30m

Legal immigration is a term which was repeated throughout the Trump presidency. But John Oliver explains its absurdity as well as why people resort to illegal means to enter the country. He breaks down all the four ways a person can enter USA legally: Family, Employment, Good Luck (Visa Lottery), Bad Luck (Refugee).

2019-09-30T03:00:00Z

6x24 Compounding Pharmacies

Compounding pharmacies create medication tailored to the specific needs of individual patients. John Oliver explains why this small corner of the drug market can cause big problems.

2019-10-07T03:00:00Z

6x25 One Child Policy

6x25 One Child Policy

  • 2019-10-07T03:00:00Z30m

John Oliver discusses China’s one-child policy, and all its consequences, intended and not.

2019-10-14T03:00:00Z

6x26 Weather

6x26 Weather

  • 2019-10-14T03:00:00Z30m

John talks about Weather forecasting, Barry Lee Myers and the National Weather Service

2019-10-28T03:00:00Z

6x27 Trump & Syria

6x27 Trump & Syria

  • 2019-10-28T03:00:00Z30m

John Oliver discusses the alarming decision to pull U.S. troops away from the border between Turkey and Syria.

2019-11-04T04:00:00Z

6x28 Voting Machines

6x28 Voting Machines

  • 2019-11-04T04:00:00Z30m

John Oliver discusses how voting machines work, how they don’t, and how we can fix them.

2019-11-11T04:00:00Z

6x29 SLAPP Suits

6x29 SLAPP Suits

  • 2019-11-11T04:00:00Z30m

After winning a legal battle involving a coal executive and a giant squirrel, John Oliver explains how SLAPP suits are designed to stifle public dissent.

Season Finale

2019-11-18T04:00:00Z

6x30 The Census

Season Finale

6x30 The Census

  • 2019-11-18T04:00:00Z30m

Main story: 2020 United States Census; plus, the impeachment inquiry against Donald Trump and Chiitan.

Season Premiere

2020-02-17T04:00:00Z

7x01 Medicare for All

Season Premiere

7x01 Medicare for All

  • 2020-02-17T04:00:00Z30m

Main story: The pros and cons of Medicare for All; plus, Bill Barr does Trump's personal bidding; and Flyers mascot Gritty is exonerated!

2020-02-24T04:00:00Z

7x02 Modi

7x02 Modi

  • 2020-02-24T04:00:00Z30m

Main story: John Oliver talks about India's controversial Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, and his government's Hindu nationalism; plus, a look at Mike Bloomberg's presidential campaign.

2020-03-02T04:00:00Z

7x03 Coronavirus

7x03 Coronavirus

  • 2020-03-02T04:00:00Z30m

John covers the Covid-19 pandemic, how each country, including the US, is handling it, and why the Phillie Phanatic is in a copyright row. Also, Tom Steyer quits the Democratic presidential race, and Chris Matthews messes up his sign offs.

2020-03-09T03:00:00Z

7x04 Sheriffs

7x04 Sheriffs

  • 2020-03-09T03:00:00Z30m

Main story: A look at how much power and how little accountability local sheriffs have; plus, Trump's coronavirus incompetence; India's self-censorship of 'Last Week Tonight.'

2020-03-16T03:00:00Z

7x05 Coronavirus II

7x05 Coronavirus II

  • 2020-03-16T03:00:00Z30m

Main story: 2019–20 coronavirus outbreak, governmental response in the US, and the prevention of COVID-19. This episode was filmed at an unspecified location with no live audience as the studio and the show's offices were shut down after employees tested positive for COVID-19. John Oliver stated the show will go on hiatus for an unspecified amount of time but will definitely return.

2020-03-30T03:00:00Z

7x06 Coronavirus III

7x06 Coronavirus III

  • 2020-03-30T03:00:00Z30m

In the first show from his makeshift home studio, John covers the horrible way COVID-19 pandemic is going and how Trump is mishandling it, how TV hosts are practicing social distancing, and how profoundly gleeful 90s erotic rat art can be.

2020-04-06T03:00:00Z

7x07 One America News Network

John criticizes the Republican governors' response to the pandemic, showcases how everyone filming from home gets asked if they're wearing pants, and warns of the new ultra right wing, extremely pro-Trump network called OAN(N).

2020-04-13T03:00:00Z

7x08 Essential Workers

7x08 Essential Workers

  • 2020-04-13T03:00:00Z30m

John explains how the Trump administration failed to protect the unemployed, small businesses and essential workers during the pandemic, the peeps make their unholy return, and 90s rat erotica makes John's day once again.

John analyzes the right wing media's protests, conspiracy theories and misinformation spreading about the pandemic, spotlights Inside Edition's latest 'coming up' segments, and becomes a fan of the home edition of The Wendy Williams Show.

2020-05-04T03:00:00Z

7x10 COVID-19 Testing

7x10 COVID-19 Testing

  • 2020-05-04T03:00:00Z30m

John points out the failure of The FDA and federal government when experts encourage widespread coronavirus testing for several months. The number of tests being done everyday far behind the lowest recommended number. John talks about the different types of tests: diagnostic and antibody tests, and how the tests work.

John discusses the United States Postal Service which is in dire need of economic assistance from the government. He examines some of the essential services of the USPS and why it is facing such financial trouble due to a 2006 law requiring it to pre-pay health care benefits on a fifty year schedule while at the same time putting price caps on services and products.

John discusses the sudden disappearance of sports due to coronavirus, how their absence is impacting people emotionally and financially, and the complications of bringing them back anytime soon.

2020-06-01T03:00:00Z

7x13 Postal Voting

7x13 Postal Voting

  • 2020-06-01T03:00:00Z30m

John explains the importance of voting by mail. Also, mass protests against police brutality erupt in Minneapolis, TV hosts inquire about the odd objects behind their stay-at-home guests, and John schools UFC president Dana White.

2020-06-08T03:00:00Z

7x14 Police

7x14 Police

  • 2020-06-08T03:00:00Z30m

This episode tackles the hard truth about the history of Police in the United States and the many problems that are faced in fixing those problems.

2020-06-15T03:00:00Z

7x15 Facial Recognition

7x15 Facial Recognition

  • 2020-06-15T03:00:00Z30m

Facial recognition is no longer an issue of a thriller movie. It has become a part of our life. John Oliver talks about various aspects and global practice of facial recognition technology. He explains how dangerous it could be by addressing the questionable activities of facial recognition company Clearview AI.

2020-06-22T03:00:00Z

7x16 Prisons & Jails

7x16 Prisons & Jails

  • 2020-06-22T03:00:00Z30m

In the latest episode on coronavirus John talks about US prisons and jails. These confined spaces have frightening number of COVID-19 infections. And there has been insufficient initiatives to address the matter. Consequently, in some cases inmates are taking matters in their own hand to raise concern about situation behind bars.

2020-06-29T03:00:00Z

7x17 Coronavirus IX: Evictions

Like coronavirus and unemployment issues evictions is something that USA could prepared for. While people are choosing between rent and food due to the pandemic, John Oliver presented the flaws of current system and flawed solution. He urges federal government to come with a proper solution for the affected soon. Also, some people refuse to wear masks, and Papa John embraces TikTok.

2020-07-20T03:00:00Z

7x18 Conspiracy Theories

7x18 Conspiracy Theories

  • 2020-07-20T03:00:00Z30m

Conspiracy theories are the hotcakes of the internet. John talks about why people like these conspiracy theories and why in the age of internet it spreads so quickly. He also explains the detrimental effect can have on people's life. Finally celebrities urges people to be more vigilant and inquisitive about these theories as majority of these theories are baseless and created to create unrest among people.

2020-07-27T03:00:00Z

7x19 Uighurs

7x19 Uighurs

  • 2020-07-27T03:00:00Z30m

The Uighur people are facing human rights abuses in China; plus, Trump’s authoritarian show of force in Portland; Martha Stewart loosens up.

2020-08-03T03:00:00Z

7x20 U.S. History

7x20 U.S. History

  • 2020-08-03T03:00:00Z30m

A look at how the history of race is taught in schools; plus, Trump pushes bad medicine; Louie Gohmert tests positive; and Steve Guttenberg has a 'Cameo.'

2020-08-17T03:00:00Z

7x21 Juries

7x21 Juries

  • 2020-08-17T03:00:00Z30m

John Oliver takes a look at why people of color are routinely excluded from becoming jurors, who their absence impacts, and what we can do to create a fairer system.

2020-08-24T03:00:00Z

7x22 Border Wall

7x22 Border Wall

  • 2020-08-24T03:00:00Z30m

Nearing the 2020 election, John Oliver checks in on one of the key promises of President Trump’s 2016 campaign: the border wall. Plus, The “Unconventional Convention”; the return of Pumpkin Spice.

2020-08-31T03:00:00Z

7x23 RNC 2020 & Kenosha

7x23 RNC 2020 & Kenosha

  • 2020-08-31T03:00:00Z30m

John Oliver discusses a week that saw the Republican National Convention, a horrific series of shootings in Kenosha, Wisconsin, and a strike in professional sports -- three stories that are really one story, about race in America.

2020-09-28T03:00:00Z

7x24 Supreme Court

7x24 Supreme Court

  • 2020-09-28T03:00:00Z30m

In the wake of Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s death, John Oliver discusses the future of the Supreme Court, why the government doesn’t always represent the political leanings of the electorate, and how those issues will impact the next generation of Americans.

2020-10-05T03:00:00Z

7x25 Election 2020

7x25 Election 2020

  • 2020-10-05T03:00:00Z30m

Weeks out from the 2020 presidential election, John Oliver takes a look at various efforts to destabilize the vote, how to ensure your ballot is properly counted, and why we may need to prepare not just for an election night, but for an election month.

John Oliver talks about the functions of World Health Organization and why it is a vital part of the upcoming US election. John points out the contribution WHO made over the years, explains the reason why USA pays more than other countries and describes the mistakes of this highly impactful organization.

2020-10-26T03:00:00Z

7x27 Asylum

7x27 Asylum

  • 2020-10-26T03:00:00Z30m

John Oliver talks about the situation of asylum seekers in USA under Trump administration. He points out the three major changes in policy (migrant protection protocols, safe third country agreements and Title 42) which are deciding the future of asylum seekers.

John Oliver takes a look at how the Trump administration has handled the coronavirus outbreak in the US, from lack of preparation, to mangled coordination, to harmful communication. John also discusses William Barr’s attitude toward authority and executive power, how that attitude has influenced Donald Trump’s presidency, and what it could mean if Trump wins a second term.

2020-11-09T04:00:00Z

7x29 Election Results 2020

John Oliver discusses the long week of US presidential election results, including Donald Trump’s various attempts to make the election appear illegitimate, and a historic win for Joe Biden and Kamala Harris.

Season Finale

2020-11-16T04:00:00Z

7x30 Trump & Election Results

Season Finale

7x30 Trump & Election Results

  • 2020-11-16T04:00:00Z30m

A week after Joe Biden’s win in the US presidential election, John Oliver discusses Donald Trump’s various attempts to overturn the results, why his claims don’t hold water, and the consequences of indulging him.

Season Premiere

2021-02-15T04:00:00Z

8x01 Episode 210: The Next Pandemic

Season Premiere

8x01 Episode 210: The Next Pandemic

  • 2021-02-15T04:00:00Z30m

Main story: What could cause the next pandemic, what we can do to avoid it, and why you shouldn’t kiss pigs; plus, Impeachment Part 2.

2021-02-22T04:00:00Z

8x02 Episode 211: Meatpacking

Main story: Working conditions in the meatpacking industry; plus, the Texas power crisis in the wake of severe winter weather.

2021-03-01T04:00:00Z

8x03 Episode 212: Raids

8x03 Episode 212: Raids

  • 2021-03-01T04:00:00Z30m

Main story: How few guardrails there are on the use of police raids; plus, New York governor Andrew Cuomo faces multiple scandals.

2021-03-08T04:00:00Z

8x04 Episode 213: Unemployment

Main story: The many obstacles that impede access to unemployment benefits; plus, Fox News freaks out over Dr. Seuss.

Main story: Where Tucker Carlson came from and why he's admired by white nationalists; plus, reaction to the Biden COVID-19 relief bill.

2021-03-22T03:00:00Z

8x06 Episode 215: Plastics

Main story: How plastics are harming the planet, and why recycling isn’t the solution you think it is; plus, the Atlanta mass shootings and hate crimes against Asian-Americans.

Main story: How national debt works and why it might be more helpful than you'd think; plus, Giuliani freaks over Lil Nas X; Amazon's anti-union tactics; Peeps and Pepsi form an unholy alliance.

Main story: Why nursing homes and assisted living facilities need fixing; plus, the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program; Matt Gaetz and Venmo; R.I.P. Yahoo! Answers.

2021-04-19T03:00:00Z

8x09 Episode 218: Bankruptcy

John Oliver details why people file for bankruptcy, how needlessly difficult the process can be, and the ways we can better serve people struggling with debt.

2021-05-03T03:00:00Z

8x10 Episode 219: Vaccine

John Oliver explains why some people don't want to get the Covid-19 vaccine and how they might be reassured.

2021-05-10T03:00:00Z

8x11 Episode 220: Hair

8x11 Episode 220: Hair

  • 2021-05-10T03:00:00Z30m

John Oliver discusses the importance of black hair, the ways it can be a target of discrimination, and some ideas to address that.

Main Story: John Oliver takes a look at why “stand your ground” laws were created, who they protect, and, crucially, who they don’t. Plus, a look at the past week’s events in Israel.

2021-05-24T03:00:00Z

8x13 Episode 222: Sponcon

John Oliver explains why the integrity of local news is so important, how sponsored content could damage that integrity, and why the Venus Veil is so much more than a blanket. (It's not.)

John Oliver discusses the large and diverse group of people who fall under the term "Asian American", the history of the model minority stereotype, and why our conversations on the subject need to be better-informed.

2021-06-14T03:00:00Z

8x15 Episode 224: Prison Heat

John Oliver explains how the failure to air-condition prisons can cause both physical and mental health issues for incarcerated people, and why the solution is simpler than you might think. Plus, some truly unique local car dealership ads.

2021-06-21T03:00:00Z

8x16 Episode 225: PACE

8x16 Episode 225: PACE

  • 2021-06-21T03:00:00Z30m

John Oliver explains how PACE, a program meant to pay for environmentally-friendly home renovations, is fundamentally flawed and can put people at risk of losing their homes. Plus, why hosting summer Olympics in Tokyo this year is a bad idea and why dog shows are weird.

Health Care Sharing Ministries, or HCSMs, advertise themselves as a more affordable, faith-based alternative to health insurance. But John Oliver explains some of the massive limitations these plans can have.

John Oliver breaks down the long history of housing discrimination in the U.S., the damage it's done, and, crucially, what we can do about it.

John Oliver explains how emergency medical services function in the U.S., why they can be so expensive, and what we can do to fix things.

John Oliver explains how the Sackler family has been handling lawsuits related to the opioid crisis, how hard they've been fighting to defend their name, and why you should judge the situation for yourself.

2021-08-16T03:00:00Z

8x21 Episode 230: Ransomware

John Oliver discusses ransomware attacks, why they’re on the rise, and what can be done about them.

2021-08-23T03:00:00Z

8x22 Episode 231: Afghanistan

John Oliver discusses the end of America's war with Afghanistan and the humanitarian crisis being left behind.

2021-09-13T03:00:00Z

8x23 Episode 232: Lukashenko

John Oliver discusses the longtime leader of Belarus, Alexander Lukashenko, and the many reasons his country's citizens have not to like him.

John Oliver discusses the current attacks on voting rights, who's behind them, and what we can do about it. Plus, John enters several paintings in the annual Duck Stamp contest.

2021-10-04T03:00:00Z

8x25 Episode 234: PFAS

8x25 Episode 234: PFAS

  • 2021-10-04T03:00:00Z28m

John Oliver discusses PFAS - a class of chemicals linked to an array of health issues - and why their widespread use isn't as magical as it may seem.

2021-10-11T03:00:00Z

8x26 Episode 235

8x26 Episode 235

  • 2021-10-11T03:00:00Z29m

John Oliver discusses how misinformation spreads among immigrant diaspora communities, how little some platforms have done to stop it, and, most importantly, how to have a very good morning.

2021-10-25T03:00:00Z

8x27 Episode 236

8x27 Episode 236

  • 2021-10-25T03:00:00Z31m

John Oliver discusses Taiwan's history of being governed by other countries, its fraught present-day relationship with China, and what its citizens would want their future to look like.

2021-11-01T03:00:00Z

8x28 Episode 237

8x28 Episode 237

  • 2021-11-01T03:00:00Z31m

With homelessness increasing nationwide, John Oliver takes a look at the way we discuss the unhoused, what policy failures are making the problem worse, and how we can help.

2021-11-08T04:00:00Z

8x29 Episode 238

8x29 Episode 238

  • 2021-11-08T04:00:00Z29m

John Oliver discusses the current state of the nation's power grid, why it needs fixing, and, of course, how fun the balloons are.

Season Finale

2021-11-15T04:00:00Z

8x30 Episode 239

Season Finale

8x30 Episode 239

  • 2021-11-15T04:00:00Z39m

John Oliver discusses the mechanics of union busting, why the companies who do it face so few consequences, and what it really means when your manager wants to talk to you about "your attendance."

Season Premiere

2022-02-21T04:00:00Z

9x01 February 20, 2022: Critical Race Theory

Season Premiere

9x01 February 20, 2022: Critical Race Theory

  • 2022-02-21T04:00:00Z35m

John Oliver explains what critical race theory is, what it isn't, and why we can expect to hear more about it in the coming months. Plus, the Canadian trucker protests.

As long as sex work has existed, so have efforts to end it. John Oliver explains why criminalizing the trade hasn’t helped the most vulnerable people involved, and why we should start listening to those at the center of the conversation: sex workers. Plus, Russian invasion into Ukraine, that has placed the whole world at the brink of WW3.

John Oliver talks about the current practices of overturning wrongful convictions and how it is quite unsupportive of even apparently innocent people. He advocates for urgent reforms in the flawed system which is clearly not working in favor of the innocents. Plus, the heroic resistance of Ukrainians against the invasion of Russia.

2022-03-14T03:00:00Z

9x04 March 13, 2022: Tickets

John Oliver explains why concert tickets are so expensive, who’s making money off of them, and which One Direction is his favorite. Plus, the introduction of some appalling anti-LGBT laws in several states.

John Oliver discusses why overdoses in the U.S. have been on the rise and what we should, and shouldn't, be doing to prevent them. Plus, a rather odd yearly tradition in Nenana, Alaska.

2022-04-04T03:00:00Z

9x06 April 3, 2022: Trucks

John Oliver explains how truck drivers get paid, how they often don’t, and how companies exploit them to increase profits. Plus, Republican congressman Madison Cawthorn's tales of GOP orgies and drug use has him in trouble with his own party.

John Oliver discusses how much data brokers know about us, what they’re doing with our personal information, and one unusual way to change privacy laws. Plus, Russian State TV lies about the Ukraine war; DirecTV drops OAN; John says goodbye to AT&T.

John Oliver discusses the tactics that can make police interrogations so damaging, particularly to the innocent. Plus, a look at Dr. Oz's campaign for U.S. Senate.

John Oliver discusses environmental racism, how both government and industry are failing people of color and how zoning is manipulating the same people to live in adverse conditions. Plus, pandas doing some weird things and 'gas math' by Shaquille O'Neal.

John Oliver discusses the current presidential election in The Philippines and why Bongbong Marcos is - albeit in a very limited and unflattering way - sort of like Ant-Man. Plus, the leaked anti-abortion draft opinion that looks set to overturn Roe v. Wade, how we got to this point, and where we may be headed.

2022-05-16T03:00:00Z

9x11 May 15, 2022: Utilities

John Oliver discusses the incredible amount of power we give electric utility companies, how weakly regulated they are, and why they get such bad Yelp reviews. Plus, a look at Alabama's extreme anti-trans law and some ridiculous participants of the Eurovision Song Contest 2022.

2022-05-23T03:00:00Z

9x12 May 22, 2022: Subway

9x12 May 22, 2022: Subway

  • 2022-05-23T03:00:00Z35m

John Oliver discusses one of the largest franchises in the U.S., how their business model doesn’t always serve franchisees, and what it all has to do with Korean dramas.

In the wake of the mass shooting in Uvalde, John Oliver discusses the push for more police in schools and whether they are the answer to school safety issues, or a new problem altogether. Plus, John makes an offer for a banana sculpture in Australia.

John Oliver discusses tech monopolies such as Apple, Google, Amazon, and Facebook, and how to address the hidden harm they can do. Plus, a look at the hotly contested U.S. Senate race in Arizona, which includes Trump-endorsed candidate Blake Masters.

2022-06-20T03:00:00Z

9x15 June 19, 2022: Rent

9x15 June 19, 2022: Rent

  • 2022-06-20T03:00:00Z35m

John Oliver discusses why rent has become increasingly unaffordable, what we can do to combat a system that is stacked against tenants, and, of course, Dakota Johnson’s complex relationship to limes. Plus, a look at GOP primary winners claiming the 2020 election was stolen.

2022-06-27T03:00:00Z

9x16 June 26, 2022: Water

9x16 June 26, 2022: Water

  • 2022-06-27T03:00:00Z35m

John Oliver discusses the water shortage in the American west; plus, the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.

2022-07-25T03:00:00Z

9x17 July 24, 2022: Inflation

John Oliver discusses the causes of inflation and what we've done about it; plus, updates on the beach dolls and the banana sculpture.

John Oliver discusses the cracks in our broken mental health care system; plus, a look at who's running to become the UK's prime minister.

2022-08-08T03:00:00Z

9x19 August 7, 2022: Monkeypox

John Oliver discusses the recent monkeypox outbreak in the U.S., how the authorities have fumbled the response to it, and some aspirations for this coming autumn. Plus, Walter from Butler, Indiana, likes to share stuff, perhaps a little too much.

John Oliver discusses what’s happened since the U.S. withdrew from Afghanistan, how their ongoing crisis has even more to do with our decisions than you might think, and how to properly modify the verb “feel”. Plus, some true masterpieces of an AI-generated art.

John Oliver explains what carbon offsets are, what they claim to do, how they might be making climate change even worse, and, of course, how Oscar Isaac is getting hotter.

John Oliver discusses the wildly popular television franchise, what it’s been teaching us about law enforcement, and how it differs from the reality. Plus, some important developments in British politics.

John Oliver discusses Jair Bolsonaro, how he's run Brazil as president and how far he might go to maintain power after the upcoming election. Plus, the absurd stunt by Florida's Governor Ron DeSantis involving Martha's Vineyard and why people in Puerto Rico are getting fed up by the electric company Luma.

2022-10-03T03:00:00Z

9x24 October 2, 2022: Museums

John Oliver discusses some of the world's most prestigious museums, why they contain so many stolen goods, the market that continues to illegally trade antiquities, and a pretty solid blueprint for revenge. Plus, the disappearance of the British PM Liz Truss.

John Oliver discusses the outlets that cover crime, the incentives that drive them, the flawed sources they rely upon, and an alternative name for Miss Piggy. Plus, why teenage girls in Iran are leading massive protests against the current regime.

John Oliver discusses the latest round of attacks on transgender rights, what’s at stake, and how kids are schooling the ignorant adults on this topic. Plus, why the Crimean Bridge is having a bad time these days.

With the U.S. midterm elections approaching, John Oliver discusses the issue at the core of many republican attack ads: bail reform. Plus, the turmoil in British politics after the resignation of PM Liz Truss.

With the U.S. midterm elections approaching, John Oliver discusses what happens after the votes are in, how some elected officials might try to negate legitimate election results, and which teletubby would taste best. Plus, the Halloween costume of Heidi Klum.

John Oliver discusses the future of the British monarchy, what they have and have not acknowledged about their past, and how Winston Churchill preferred to go down waterslides. Plus, Steve Kornacki and his big board.

Season Finale

2022-11-21T04:00:00Z

9x30 November 20, 2022: Qatar World Cup

Season Finale

9x30 November 20, 2022: Qatar World Cup

  • 2022-11-21T04:00:00Z40m

John Oliver discusses the Qatar World Cup, the human-rights violations happening in the sporting event’s host country, and what perfection really means to David Beckham. Plus, the chaos Twitter is experiencing after Elon Musk took over the company and more of AI-generated art featuring John Oliver.

John Oliver discusses psychedelic assisted therapy: its history, its potential, and what it has to do with A$AP Rocky’s relationship to rainbows. Plus, the Fox News lawsuit and the Ohio train derailment.

Artificial intelligence is increasingly becoming part of our lives, from self-driving cars to ChatGPT. John Oliver discusses how AI works, where it might be heading next, and, of course, why it hates the bus.

John Oliver discusses Ron DeSantis, his track record as the governor of Florida, the pitfalls of comparing him to Donald Trump, and the supposed dangers of “woke math.” Plus, the hilarious advertising by a plumbing company called Radiant.

2023-03-13T03:00:00Z

10x04 March 12, 2023: TANF

John Oliver discusses TANF - a federal program designed to help families with little to no income – who’s currently receiving these vital funds, who should be receiving them, and what it all has to do with Brett Favre. Plus, a look at Tennessee’s new law about drag performances and the lieutenant governor who supports the law.

John Oliver discusses timeshares, how people get into them, why it’s so difficult to get out, and one exciting new business venture.

John Oliver discusses solitary confinement, how prevalent it is, how damaging it can be, and, of course, how to hit the woah.

John Oliver discusses homeowners associations, the surprising power they have, and how to tell if a tree is “tree-shaped.”

John Oliver discusses the conditions farmworkers face, how we failed to protect them, and the Jolly Green Giant’s body hair.

John Oliver discusses cryptocurrency, the collapse of three big crypto companies, and what to do if your office gives off “crime vibes.”

A look at the things Biden has promised to fix about our southern border, what he has and hasn’t done, and a magnificent pile of gators.

John Oliver discusses the health care offered in prisons; plus, a look at the past five months, from the WGA strike to Lauren Boebert.

John Oliver discusses homeschooling, its surprising lack of regulation in many states, and, crucially, Darth Vader's parenting skills.

John Oliver discusses the groups in charge of keeping our food safe – from the FDA, to the USDA, to, most crucially, the Association for Dressings and Sauces.

John Oliver discusses the oldest and largest management consulting firm: McKinsey & Company.

John Oliver discusses chocolate, cocoa farming, and, of course, some facts that will make Halloween a little weird.

John Oliver discusses the ongoing fallout from the overturning of Roe v. Wade as the November elections approach.

John Oliver discusses the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas.

John Oliver discusses dollar stores and why Irish Spring is not his soap of choice.

John Oliver discusses the systems in place for donating our organs and bodies, why those donations don't always go where we might think they're going, and which airline is the Greyhound bus of the sky.

John Oliver discusses freight trains and railroads, how they've put profits over safety, and, crucially, what shows he watched as a child that explain … everything.

Season Finale

2023-12-18T04:00:00Z

10x21 December 17, 2023: Elon Musk

Season Finale

10x21 December 17, 2023: Elon Musk

  • 2023-12-18T04:00:00Z39m

John Oliver discusses Elon Musk, the influence he has over more than just his businesses, and the perfect place for him and Mark Zuckerberg to finally have that cage match.

Season Premiere

2024-02-19T04:00:00Z

11x01 February 18, 2024: Supreme Court

Season Premiere

11x01 February 18, 2024: Supreme Court

  • 2024-02-19T04:00:00Z39m

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.

John Oliver discusses a popular internet scam, why it's easier to fall for it than you might think, and, of course, boner alerts.

2024-03-04T04:00:00Z

11x03 March 3, 2024: Airplanes

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

2024-04-15T03:00:00Z

11x08 April 14, 2024: Medicaid

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.

2024-04-22T03:00:00Z

11x09 April 21, 2024: UFOs

11x09 April 21, 2024: UFOs

  • 2024-04-22T03:00:00Z40m

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.

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.

2024-05-13T03:00:00Z

11x11 May 12, 2024

11x11 May 12, 2024

  • 2024-05-13T03:00:00Z30m

2024-05-20T03:00:00Z

11x12 May 19, 2024

11x12 May 19, 2024

  • 2024-05-20T03:00:00Z30m

2024-06-03T03:00:00Z

11x13 June 2, 2024

11x13 June 2, 2024

  • 2024-06-03T03:00:00Z30m

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