The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart

Comedy Central

  • 1 hour 22 minutes
    Why We Can’t Have Nice Things with Ezra Klein

    As Democrats struggle to define the future they want to create, we're joined by Ezra Klein, host of The New York Times podcast "The Ezra Klein Show" and co-author of "Abundance," to examine why turning progressive visions into reality has become so difficult. We explore how good intentions have created obstacles, how empowering officials can streamline government, and what could be achieved without bureaucratic constraints.



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    Host/Executive Producer – Jon Stewart

    Executive Producer – James Dixon

    Executive Producer – Chris McShane

    Executive Producer – Caity Gray

    Lead Producer – Lauren Walker

    Producer – Brittany Mehmedovic 

    Video Editor & Engineer – Rob Vitolo

    Audio Editor & Engineer – Nicole Boyce

    Researcher & Associate Producer – Gillian Spear

    Music by Hansdle Hsu



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    27 March 2025, 7:30 am
  • 1 hour 10 minutes
    America's Factory Reset with Adam Tooze and Sohrab Ahmari

    As the Trump administration pursues a dramatic economic realignment, we're joined by Adam Tooze, author of Chartbook on Substack, and Sohrab Ahmari, US Editor of UnHerd and author of Tyranny, Inc., to examine the feasibility and implications of an American industrial revival. We analyze the administration's strategy for reshoring manufacturing, debate whether reversing globalization is possible or desirable, and consider what economic nationalism would accomplish for a workforce that has largely moved beyond factory jobs.  


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    Lead Producer – Lauren Walker

    Producer – Brittany Mehmedovic 

    Video Editor & Engineer – Rob Vitolo

    Audio Editor & Engineer – Nicole Boyce

    Researcher & Associate Producer – Gillian Spear

    Music by Hansdle Hsu

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    20 March 2025, 7:30 am
  • 1 hour 7 minutes
    Make Authoritarianism Great Again? with Maria Ressa

    Drawing on her frontline experience, Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Ressa joins us to examine the alarming parallels between America's political climate and the Philippines' democratic decline. We explore how digital platforms have become weapons against truth, discuss shifting global alignments, and consider strategies for resistance to protect American democracy.


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    Video Editor & Engineer – Rob Vitolo

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    Researcher & Associate Producer – Gillian Spear

    Music by Hansdle Hsu

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    6 March 2025, 8:30 am
  • 1 hour 27 minutes
    Libertarian Says What? with Nick Gillespie

    As the Trump administration pursues its federal downsizing project, we're joined by Nick Gillespie, Editor at Large of “Reason” magazine and Host of “The Reason Interview with Nick Gillespie” podcast, to examine what's at stake. We explore where libertarian principles align with and diverge from Trump's approach, debate if government serves as essential check on free markets, and consider what role government should play in a society that values both liberty and the public good. PLUS+, find out what Donald Trump, Bob Dylan & George Constanza have in common!




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    Producer – Brittany Mehmedovic 

    Video Editor & Engineer – Rob Vitolo

    Audio Editor & Engineer – Nicole Boyce

    Researcher & Associate Producer – Gillian Spear

    Music by Hansdle Hsu



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    27 February 2025, 8:30 am
  • 1 hour 16 minutes
    Agreeing & Disagreeing with Jen Psaki

    As Democrats grapple with defining their principles and message, we're joined by Jen Psaki, host of MSNBC's "Inside with Jen Psaki" and "The Blueprint with Jen Psaki" podcast. Also drawing on her political experience, including as White House Press Secretary under Biden, we discuss who is (or isn't) shaping Democratic policy, how media can better cut through noise to inform the public, and the core values that should guide the party’s future.





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    Video Editor & Engineer – Rob Vitolo

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    Researcher & Associate Producer – Gillian Spear

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    13 February 2025, 8:30 am
  • 1 hour 16 minutes
    Confronting the Chaos with Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY)

    Amid the disarray in Washington, we're joined by House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries to discuss leading the opposition during Trump's second term. We examine his strategy for countering Republican overreach, explore what resistance looks like this time around, and consider how Democrats might harness this moment to forge a more responsive and effective party.



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    Video Editor & Engineer – Rob Vitolo

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    Researcher & Associate Producer – Gillian Spear

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    6 February 2025, 8:30 am
  • 1 hour 13 minutes
    The Cons & Cons of Trump with Gov. Chris Christie

    The second Trump administration is off to a chaotic start. To better understand the President’s mindset and motivations, we’re joined this week by Trump friend-turned-foe, former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie. Plus, we delve into issues like DEI and meritocracy, and consider how both parties might evolve in a new Trump era.




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    Video Editor & Engineer – Rob Vitolo

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    Researcher & Associate Producer – Gillian Spear

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    30 January 2025, 8:30 am
  • 1 hour 13 minutes
    JON & AOC

    As Trump returns to the White House, backed by a coalition of billionaires and blue-collar workers alike, we’re joined by Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY). Together, we confront the growing disconnect between Democrats and their working class roots, discuss strategies for advancing progressive priorities in a resistant Congress, and explore what it would take to rebuild a party that actually delivers for working people.



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    Video Editor & Engineer – Rob Vitolo

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    Researcher & Associate Producer – Gillian Spear

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    23 January 2025, 8:30 am
  • 1 hour 6 minutes
    History (and Trump) Repeats with Jon Meacham

    As America braces for a second Trump administration, we're joined by historian Jon Meacham to place our current moment within the broader sweep of U.S. history. Together, we examine whether Trump's explicit rhetoric about territorial expansion and open billionaire support truly represents something unprecedented, reflect on how the Biden administration might be remembered, and consider what patterns from our past tell us about America's future.



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    Video Editor & Engineer – Rob Vitolo

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    Researcher & Associate Producer – Gillian Spear

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    16 January 2025, 8:30 am
  • 1 hour 13 minutes
    Reflecting on 2024 with Mark Cuban

    As 2024 draws to a close, we're joined by Mark Cuban to reflect on how technology, business, and politics shaped this year. Together we explore his foray into the political arena as a surrogate for Kamala Harris, his mission to disrupt America's healthcare system, and ways government might harness AI to tackle the country’s most entrenched problems. Plus, Mark gives Jon a lesson in crypto.




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    Executive Producer – Caity Gray

    Lead Producer – Lauren Walker

    Producer – Brittany Mehmedovic 

    Video Editor & Engineer – Rob Vitolo

    Audio Editor & Engineer – Nicole Boyce

    Researcher & Associate Producer – Gillian Spear

    Music by Hansdle Hsu



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    12 December 2024, 8:30 am
  • 1 hour 3 minutes
    Sen. Bernie Sanders on Making Government Deliver

    As Americans’ faith in government reaches historic lows and billionaires turn their attention to government efficiency, we are joined by Senator Bernie Sanders. Together, we discuss how to restore trust in public institutions by making them more accountable and responsive to the needs of the people.




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    Executive Producer – Chris McShane

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    Lead Producer – Lauren Walker

    Producer – Brittany Mehmedovic

    Video Editor & Engineer – Rob Vitolo

    Audio Editor & Engineer – Nicole Boyce

    Researcher & Associate Producer – Gillian Spear

    Music by Hansdle Hsu



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    5 December 2024, 8:30 am
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