The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
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On Mondays, Jon Stewart hosts The Daily Show, but on Thursdays, he's back in your ears with The Weekly Show -- a podcast featuring in-depth conversations with a range of special guests. From experts and advocates, to stakeholders and thought leaders, we discuss the challenges, changes, and ideas that are shaping our world.
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.Follow The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart on so
Feb 13, • 1:16:04
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.Follow The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart on social media for more: > YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@weeklyshowpodcast>
Feb 6, • 1:16:07
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.Follow The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart on social media for more: > YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@weeklyshowpodcast> Instagram: https://www.instagram.c
Jan 30, • 1:13:48
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.Follow The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart on social medi
Jan 23, • 1:13:03
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.Follow The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart on
Jan 16, • 1:06:24
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.Follow The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart on social media for more: > YouTube: https://www.youtube
Dec 12, 2024 • 1:13:43
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.Follow The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart on social media for more: > YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@weeklyshowpodcast> Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weeklyshowpodcast> TikTo
Dec 5, 2024 • 1:03:48
Man Oh Man: Why Male Voters Shifted Right
In the weeks following the election, Democrats are confronting uncomfortable questions as to why much of the electorate—particularly men—abandoned the Left. This week, we're joined by Richard Reeves, President of the American Institute for Boys and Men, and Annie Lowrey, staff writer at The Atlantic. Together, we examine how the party might speak to both modern men and women, and bridge the gap between aspirational rhetoric and practical achievements.Follow The Weekly Show with Jon Stew
Nov 21, 2024 • 1:09:19
Left Behind: Why Democrats Lost the Working Class
As Democrats try to understand their eroding support among working-class voters, we're joined by Sarah Smarsh, author of "Bone of the Bone: Essays on America by a Daughter of the Working Class.” Together, we delve into the intersection of class and identity, discuss why the Democrats' appeals to working people have fallen short, and consider how progressive politics might rebuild its relationship with working-class communities.Follow The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart on social media for
Nov 14, 2024 • 1:00:05
Trump Won. What Now? with Heather Cox Richardson
In the aftermath of Trump's victory, Americans are rightfully worried about what the second Trump administration may bring. This week, we're joined by Heather Cox Richardson, author of “Democracy Awakening: Notes on the State of America.” Together, we explore what our past can teach us about the resiliency of our democratic institutions as we navigate an uncertain future.Follow The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart on social media for more: > YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@weeklyshowpo
Nov 8, 2024 • 1:10:36
Trump 2024: The Patriotism Paradox
With less than a week until the election, Americans face a stark choice about their country's future. While Trump's supporters wave flags from the Revolutionary War — a war fought against a king —Trump seeks to expand presidential authority and claim immunity from wrongdoing. This week, we're joined by Mona Charen, Policy Editor at The Bulwark and host of "Beg to Differ" podcast, and Harvard Professor Emeritus Laurence H. Tribe, to explore Trump's shallow patriotism and his disregard fo
Oct 31, 2024 • 1:02:53
Pay Pals: How Billionaires Influence Elections
Money in politics isn't new, but billionaire influence in our elections has reached staggering levels – and 2024 could break all previous election spending records. From the presidential race to down ballot elections and think tanks to media empires, wealthy donors are reshaping American democracy in ways voters rarely see. Joining us to follow the money trail are New York Times reporters Teddy Schleifer and Ken Vogel, who help us explore how the ultra-wealthy leverage their resources across the
Oct 25, 2024 • 1:01:59
MAGA Mirage: Trump & Vance’s Contradictory Conservatism
You’ve heard the Republican ticket’s pro-worker rhetoric. It often contradicts their own actions and party ideology, but is representative of an emerging faction within the right wing. Joining us to explore this new conservative ideology are Oren Cass, Chief Economist at American Compass, and Zachary Carter, author of "The Price of Peace: Money, Democracy, and the Life of John Maynard Keynes." Together, we delve into key policy battlegrounds, from labor rights and immigration to domesti
Oct 17, 2024 • 1:15:16
Election 2024: How Secure is Your Vote?
In the aftermath of 2020, and with 2024 voting already underway, election integrity remains a pivotal issue in our political discourse. Joining us this week for a bipartisan breakdown of election security myths vs. facts are Stacey Abrams, voting rights activist and host of "Assembly Required," and Matt Masterson, Senior Director of Microsoft's Democracy Forward Program. Together, they lay bare the real vulnerabilities and safeguards of our voting system.Follow The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart o
Oct 10, 2024 • 1:04:00
How Algorithms, Money, & Bureaucracy Distance us from Democracy
With the election just over a month away, Americans are caught between a flood of political promises and the reality that we live in a time of political dysfunction. Joining us this week to explore the root causes are Ezra Klein, opinion columnist at The New York Times, host of "The Ezra Klein Show" podcast, and author of "Why We're Polarized," alongside Tristan Harris, co-founder of the Center for Humane Technology and co-host of "Your Undivided Attention" podcast. We examine how engagement-dri
Oct 3, 2024 • 1:02:14
Spilling Election Tea with London Mayor Sadiq Khan
As world leaders descend upon NYC for the UN General Assembly, London Mayor Sadiq Khan joins us to discuss the parallel challenges facing the UK and US. The conversation dives into both countries’ elections, explores the impacts of misinformation, immigration, and populism, and examines the responsibilities of the media and politicians to educate and inform. Later, Stephanie Kelton, Economics Professor at Stony Brook University and author of "The Deficit Myth," offers a fresh perspective on our
Sep 26, 2024 • 1:00:34
Inflation Frustration as Fed Cuts Rates
Inflation has eased, but many Americans aren’t feeling the relief. Their concern is front and center this election, where the economy remains the pivotal issue for voters. As the Federal Reserve cuts rates this week, we delve into competing views on the root causes of recent price surges, the Fed's response to those surges, and the effects of demand-side vs. supply-side stimulus on the American economy. Joining us for a lively conversation are Kitty Richards, Senior Fellow at Groundwork Collabor
Sep 19, 2024 • 1:11:28
The Second First Presidential Debate and Beyond
In an election cycle where debates have been more impactful than ever, what influence has the first, and perhaps only, meeting between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump had on voters? To unpack the debate and its implications for each campaign, we’re joined by Ashley Parker, Senior National Political Correspondent for The Washington Post, and David Graham, staff writer at The Atlantic. Together, we explore how debate formats constrain real messaging, which candidates gained or lost ground, and, of
Sep 13, 2024 • 1:02:55
Political Conventions: At This Point, What’s The Point?
The Democratic National Convention is in full swing, but what influence does it have on the election? Once a hotbed of debate, drama, and actual decision-making, the DNC has transformed into a carefully choreographed media event where political insiders pretend to decide things they've already decided. So what are we doing here? This week, we dive into these questions with Zolan Kanno-Youngs, White House Correspondent with the New York Times and CNN political analyst, and Jill Lepore, Professor
Aug 22, 2024 • 1:02:20
The Harris/Walz are Closing In! with Senator Amy Klobuchar
In a matter of weeks, the Democrats have unveiled a new ticket – injecting fresh energy into a presidential race once considered a foregone conclusion. Who better to illuminate this shift than Senator Amy Klobuchar, who ran against Vice President Harris for President in 2020, served alongside her in the Senate, and represents Minnesota just like Governor Walz? This week, we dive into the Democratic Party's seismic change, and explore the intricacies of VP selection and vetting. Drawing
Aug 15, 2024 • 1:01:22
Trump, Vance, and The Republican Anti-Worker Playbook
The right-wing talks a big economic populist game, claiming that the working class is their chief concern. But their pro-worker words don’t translate into pro-worker actions. During the first Trump administration, for instance, Republicans killed raising the minimum wage and created a higher threshold for workers to be eligible for overtime pay. Plus, Trump’s Supreme Court justice selections represent the most anti-worker judges in a century. This week, we’re joined by Steven Greenhouse, the lab
Aug 1, 2024 • 1:04:35
Biden Out, Harris In: A Media Disasterpiece
In the turbulent month since President Biden’s disastrous debate performance, the media has been speculating as to whether it was probable, or even possible, for him to drop out of the race. Turns out, it was both. In light of Biden’s historic decision, how effectively did the media guide the public through the election chaos? This week, helping us to contextualize the moment and understand the challenges in covering it, we’re joined by Doris Kearns Goodwin, presidential historian and Pulitzer P
Jul 25, 2024 • 56:52
Trump Assassination Attempt Aftermath with Bill O’Reilly
It has been a few days since the attempted assassination of former President Trump. Both sides in our polarized political system have retreated to their respective corners and cast blame on the other, making it more difficult than ever to engage in healthy debate with political adversaries. Joining us to do just that is Bill O’Reilly, Anchor of No Spin News and Author of the upcoming book, Confronting the Presidents: No Spin Assessments from Washington to Biden. Follow The Weekly Show with Jon
Jul 18, 2024 • 1:01:02
Biden 2024: It Is What It Is?
After a lackluster debate performance, calls are mounting for President Biden to drop out of the 2024 race. Yet, he insists he is still running. Is this the right move? Joining us to explore our current conundrum, we’re joined by Jon Favreau and Tommy Vietor, Founders of Crooked Media, hosts of Pod Save America and Authors of Democracy or else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps, as well as Bakari Sellers, CNN political commentator and Author of The Moment. Together, they hash out the best pat
Jul 11, 2024 • 58:26
Two-Party System: Third Parties Need Not Apply
The first presidential debate is here, and voters do not seem thrilled with the two, very different candidates. How does a consumerist country built on choice produce so few options? This week, helping us to understand our two party system and why third parties don’t work within it, we’re joined by Max Stearns, Law Professor at University of Maryland Carey School of Law, and the author of “Parliamentary America: The Least Radical Means of Radically Repairing Our Broken Democracy,” as well as Sam
Jun 27, 2024 • 1:01:12
Abortion: Mission Impossible
The media may have you believe that the recent Supreme Court decision on Mifepristone was a win for reproductive rights. In reality, it merely upheld the current status quo – a drastic departure from the standard once set by Roe. And an onslaught of challenges, aimed at making abortion impossible, if not illegal, are on the horizon. Joining us to explore this regression we have Melissa Murray, NYU Law Professor and co-host of the Strict Scrutiny Podcast, and Jessica Valenti, founder of AbortionE
Jun 20, 2024 • 49:42
The Military Industrial Complexity
On the 80th anniversary of D-Day, we reflect on how the US military saved democracy from fascism. This week, as the Senate marks up next year’s defense spending bill, Jon sits down with Bill Hartung of the Quincy Institute and Roxana Tiron of Bloomberg to investigate whether our arsenal is still bolstering democracy, both abroad and at home. From the active conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza to our rivalry with China, we explore the efficacy of U.S. strategy. Plus, we dive deep into the ballooning de
Jun 13, 2024 • 1:07:23
Democracy Under Threat: The Soft Hum of Corruption
Despite what cable news may have you believe, Donald Trump is not the sole threat to our democracy. This week, we’re peeling back the rhetoric and taking a look at where the vulnerabilities in our institutions lie. In conversation with Jane Mayer, Chief Washington Correspondent for The New Yorker magazine and Noah Bookbinder, President of Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington, Jon explores the roots of our democratic dysfunction. From ever-multiplying dark money to shark tanking i
Jun 6, 2024 • 1:12:45
Introducing The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
On Mondays, Jon Stewart hosts The Daily Show, but on Thursdays, he hosts The Weekly Show — A new podcast featuring in-depth conversations with special guests that gets to the heart of some of the most complex issues of our time. Also hear from producers and friends of the show who discuss the latest headlines, what’s on their minds, and more! Catch new episodes of the podcast every Thursday. Follow The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart on social media for more: > YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/
May 30, 2024 • 1:43
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Feb 12, 2024 • 0:31
The Trump Indictment and Who We Think Deserves Prosecution
Donald Trump has finally been indicted. We will not be offering you a play-by-play of the former president driving to and from various airports, but we do have an excellent conversation about the nature of accountability in America’s two-tiered justice system—and why white collar criminals are so often above the law. We’re joined by Dr. Phillip Atiba Goff, Yale professor and co-founder/CEO of the Center for Policing Equity, and David Dayen, the executive editor of The American Prospect.
Apr 5, 2023 • 54:38
Rethinking Crime and Punishment With San Francisco’s Mayor
San Francisco has become a go-to example for the narrative that cities are overrun with rampant crime and people experiencing homelessness. But the reality is far more complicated. On this week’s podcast, San Francisco Mayor London Breed joins us to talk about her approach to making the city safer for everyone, the need for compassionate alternatives to policing, and what we could actually do to break the cycles of entrenched poverty and incarceration. Also, writers Kris Acimovic and Ja
Mar 29, 2023 • 1:17:38
Making Cents of SVB’s Collapse With Mark Cuban and Sheila Bair
Could the Silicon Valley Bank collapse have been avoided? On this week’s podcast, we chat about how SVB’s risky investments lead to its eventual failure. We are joined by Sheila Bair, former chair of the FDIC, and Mark Cuban, entrepreneurial multihyphenate, to discuss where the regulation was for these banks, why we don’t bail out citizens like we do businesses, and what’s next for banks with similar investment strategies to SVB.Season 2 is now streaming on Apple TV+.CREDITS Hosted by:
Mar 15, 2023 • 38:58
London Edition: Satire in the Age of Murdoch and Trump
Bloody hell! Jon is in London to talk about populism. Turns out it’s not unique to America! Jon is joined by Ian Hislop, editor of the satirical current affairs publication Private Eye Magazine, to discuss the reign of Rupert Murdoch, the economic consequences of a government run by lunatics, and the explicitly corrupt yet unbeatable right-wing propaganda machine. Season 2 is now streaming on Apple TV+. CREDITSHosted by: Jon Stewart Featuring, in order of appearance: Ian
Mar 8, 2023 • 46:37
Group Therapy: Talking WWIII, Lab Leaks, and Pedro Pascal
Exciting news: We’ve got new TV episodes starting March 3! To celebrate, Jon is joined this week by executive producer and showrunner Brinda Adhikari, senior research producer Susan Helvenston, and staff writer Kasaun Wilson to discuss the stories we’ve been following and the anxiety they’ve given us. Plus, they chat about the news that the COVID-19 virus may actually have leaked from a lab in China, whether we’re on the brink of World War III, and other fun, breezy topics. New epi
Mar 1, 2023 • 38:01
Live Call-In Show With Jon: On Stocks, Fox, and More!
It’s our first-ever live call-in event! We’re joined by friends of the show Dave Lauer, CEO of Urvin Finance and creator of We The Investors, and David Dayen, executive editor of The American Prospect, to talk about the SEC’s newest rule proposals, PFOF, and the crypto collapse. Plus, we field listener calls and questions about the media, the Fox News lawsuit, and more—including a little love advice.Season 2 is now streaming on Apple TV+.CREDITS Hosted by: Jon Stewart Featuring, in
Feb 25, 2023 • 58:49
Liar, Liar, Network on Fire: The Legal Case Against Fox News
Thanks to the Dominion Voting Systems v. Fox News filing, we now know what we’ve always believed is true: Fox News will do or say anything to retain their power, even if it means lying—over and over and over again—to their viewers. The question is: Will they finally be held accountable this time? We’re joined by RonNell Andersen Jones, professor of law at the University of Utah, for a lively discussion about defamation law (really!) and the possibility that Fox News might actually have
Feb 22, 2023 • 1:11:59
The Ohio Train Disaster: A Tale of Corporate Greed and Civil War-Era Brakes
A freight train derailed in Ohio and released a mushroom cloud of toxic chemicals—so why has the media buried this story? This week, we’re breaking down the shocking but predictable conditions that led to this accident, how rail companies have chosen profits over safety, and what regulatory changes should be made to avoid a mess like this again. Our guests are Julia Rock, reporter at The Lever; Matt Weaver, Ohio legislative director for BMWED-IBT and member of the Railroad Workers Unite
Feb 15, 2023 • 58:22
U.S.-China Tensions: Threat Inflation and Balloon Deflation
When a Chinese spy balloon was spotted above the U.S. last week, Americans reacted the only way they know how—by shooting it out of the sky with a missile. But why do we keep insisting that China is our sworn enemy? We’re talking with Jessica Chen Weiss, the Michael J. Zak Professor for China and Asia-Pacific Studies at Cornell and Senior Fellow at the Asia Society Policy Institute’s Center for China Analysis, and John Glaser, adjunct scholar at the Cato Institute and host of Cato’s Pow
Feb 8, 2023 • 58:36
Excessive Use of Force: Diagnosing Our Over-Policing Problem
The media may have moved on from its wall-to-wall coverage of the killing of Tyre Nichols, but the nation is still hurting. This week, we’re discussing how incorrectly diagnosing the problem of police brutality has led to a system that hurts everyone. We’re joined by Heather McGhee, author and chair of the racial justice organization Color of Change, and Phillip Atiba Goff, Ph.D. Chair and Carl I. Hovland Professor of African American Studies and Professor of Psychology at Yale Universi
Feb 1, 2023 • 52:18
The Problem Isn’t Biden or Trump. It’s How America Keeps Secrets.
The media is chasing the classified documents fiasco like it’s spy vs. spy, Trump vs. Biden. But on this week’s episode, we’re breaking down the absurdity of a national security system that makes it so darn easy to hoard classified documents. We’re joined by Matthew Connelly, professor of history at Columbia and author of The Declassification Engine: What History Reveals About America’s Top Secrets. He gives us the inside scoop on how unwieldy our system for keeping state secrets has be
Jan 25, 2023 • 1:05:15
The Far Right Is Going Global: Anne Applebaum on the Decline of Democracy
Brazil’s insurrection is just the latest in a series of attacks on democracy around the world. So we’re talking to Anne Applebaum, a staff writer at The Atlantic and author of the book Twilight of Democracy, about why autocracy is making a comeback and how to stop it. We dive into democracy’s roots as an unstable form of government, the role of global elites on both sides, and why fascism is really just a money-laundering scheme. Plus, writers Henrik Blix and Maria Randazzo weigh in on
Jan 18, 2023 • 1:11:12
A Nuanced Conversation About COVID Vaccines (Yes, Really!)
It’s 2023 and we’re coming in hot with a conversation about COVID vaccines! We’re joined by Dr. Gregory A. Poland (director of Mayo Clinic’s Vaccine Research Group), Dr. Saad Omer (director of the Yale Institute for Global Health), and Zeynep Tufekci (professor at Columbia University), who bring something that’s often lacking from these conversations: nuance. We talk through why many non-crazy people are hesitant to get vaccinated, how our public health institutions have failed to commu
Jan 11, 2023 • 1:17:29
Mark Cuban, Maria Ressa & Julia Ioffe Join Our 2022 WrapUpFestPalooza
The year is almost over and we’re going out with a bang! Entrepreneur Mark Cuban is here. Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Ressa is here. Whip-smart journalist Julia Ioffe is here. Come on, you can’t beat that lineup. Join us as we break down some of 2022’s biggest moments: Elon’s Twitter tumult, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the coming AI apocalypse, and, of course, the collapse of crypto and Sam Bankman-Fried. Come for the copious amount of Yiddish, stay for a look back at the year that
Dec 19, 2022 • 1:03:53
Our Education System Is Broken. We Asked the Secretary of Education How to Fix It.
This week we’re joined by Miguel Cardona, the U.S. Secretary of Education. We cover why schools aren’t evolving fast enough to keep up with current challenges, how the shifting roles of schools and teachers are leaving many educators without the resources they need, and remaking the system so that it’s more about students and less about test scores and resume-building. Plus, staff writer Kasaun Wilson reveals that he lost a bet when Jon actually showed up at our holiday party, and Deniz
Dec 14, 2022 • 52:43
Why the FTX Crypto Scam Is a Tale As Old As Time
“Whatever fun name you wanna put on it, it’s the same damn thing we’ve seen over and over again.” David Dayen, executive editor of The American Prospect, joins us to discuss the spectacular rise and fall of crypto exchange FTX and its disgraced leader, Sam Bankman-Fried. We dive into the ways its collapse mirrors the worst failures of more mainstream markets, how SBF was able to use effective altruism as cover for garden-variety political influence, and why it’s a mess that the House Ag
Dec 7, 2022 • 1:00:38
This CEO Wants a Fountain of Youth for Dogs. Can We Be Next? Please?
Jon turned 60 this week, which had him asking: “Can I live longer?” So we’re talking with Celine Halioua, the founder and CEO of Loyal, a biotech start-up with a mission to extend a dog’s lifespan. She believes that if they’re successful, it could work on humans too. Jon and Celine talk about Silicon Valley culture and ask the big tech question: Just because we can do something, should we? Plus, writers Kasaun Wilson and Alexa Loftus discuss the latest Twitter happenings, and Jon gives
Nov 30, 2022 • 1:01:25
Hillary Clinton and Condoleezza Rice Discuss America’s Role in the World
You know it’s a must-listen episode when we’ve got not one, but TWO former U.S. secretaries of state as our guests. Hillary Clinton and Condoleezza Rice are here for a fascinating discussion about American power, whether spreading democracy has actually made us safer, and how our role on the world stage should look going forward. Plus, they plan a little train trip together.The first half of Season 2 is streaming now on Apple TV+.Credits:Hosted by: Jon StewartFeaturing, in order of appe
Nov 18, 2022 • 45:23
I Was Kidnapped by the Taliban: Safi Rauf on Rescuing Afghan Allies
This week’s guest is Safi Rauf, an Afghan refugee who came to the U.S. as a teen and is now the president and founder of Human First Coalition. Also a veteran, he tells us about his work in Afghanistan helping to evacuate local interpreters who worked with American troops. He shares the astonishing story of how he was taken hostage—and eventually released—by the Taliban while working there. He also talks about the Afghan Adjustment Act and the obstacles he’s run into while advocating fo
Nov 11, 2022 • 1:00:35
Rep. Katie Porter Can Explain Anything: Inflation, GO!
This week we’re talking to Rep. Katie Porter, the Democratic congresswoman from California’s 47th district, who wields her whiteboard like a weapon. She explains (in plain English!) what we’ve got wrong about inflation and why Congress isn’t jumping at the chance to fix it. She updates us on the midterm elections, breaks down the hypocrisy of Republican rhetoric on crime, and blows our minds about why political ads never show members of Congress doing actual work. Plus, we’ve got writer
Nov 2, 2022 • 53:38
The Fumes of an Empire: UK Chaos and the U.S. Midterms
The midterms are two weeks out and chaos just keeps building. The UK is cycling through prime ministers faster than James Bonds as their economic crisis continues. Meanwhile, election deniers in the U.S. are whipping themselves into a frenzy. Jon is joined by British journalist Gabriel Gatehouse to break down what’s happening in the UK, plus what his QAnon and election-conspiracy reporting might tell us about our democracy’s post-election fate—if this election ever ends. Writers Tocarra
Oct 26, 2022 • 1:09:42
Why Does Fighting Inflation Have to Hurt So Much?
Jon is joined by Steve Hanke, a professor of applied economics at Johns Hopkins University, for a chat about why we find ourselves in this current inflation disaster and how we might get out of it. They get into whether the Fed is blowing it, the role of money supply, and whether anyone is looking out for the little guy in all of this monetary maneuvering. They don’t always agree, but Jon manages to score a passing grade from the professor! Plus, staff writers Kasaun Wilson and Henrik B
Oct 19, 2022 • 57:57
SEC Chair Gary Gensler Answers Your Questions
SEC Chair Gary Gensler is back! Jon throws him some of the thousands of audience questions we got, and they dive into the issue of whether the SEC is doing enough to ensure market transparency, why there’s not more accountability for the market’s biggest players, and what the limits on SEC power mean in a practical sense. Plus, we set a record for most acronyms in a single episode–PFOF, DRS, PSA, UBS! You name it, we got it. Below are definitions for some of the terminology used in
Oct 12, 2022 • 54:50
Rep. Elissa Slotkin on Governing in an Era of Extremes
Rep. Elissa Slotkin (MI-08) joins Jon to describe the frustrating circumstances that led to her fiery speech on the House floor last week, when several Republicans tried blocking a bill for veterans before ultimately voting for it. Later, they explore why being from a competitive district like hers is different than a safe district—and the governing challenges of working with an opposing party that won’t compromise. Staff writers Jay Jurden and Kasaun Wilson are also here to break down
Oct 5, 2022 • 48:16
The #MahsaAmini Protest and Iran’s Fight for Freedom
This week we’re talking about the #MahsaAmini protests in Iran with Rana Rahimpour, an Iranian-British journalist with BBC Persian. Jon is also joined by staff writer Alexa Loftus and our Iranian supervising producer Reza Riazi. It’s a fascinating discussion about why this uprising is different from anything that’s come before, what comes next for the people of Iran, and what the U.S. can do to help. (The bad news is it involves Elon Musk.) And if that’s not enough, they go down a Lord
Sep 29, 2022 • 58:22
A Former US Attorney on How Trump Politicized the DOJ
Jon is joined by Geoffrey Berman, a former US attorney from the Southern District of New York—and author of the new book Holding the Line: Inside the Nation’s Preeminent US Attorney’s Office and Its Battle with the Trump Justice Department. They dig into how Bill Barr tried to have Berman fired, why nailing down powerful guys like Trump is so hard, and whether better guardrails could protect our democracy. Berman also happened to be Jon’s neighbor growing up in New Jersey, so they remin
Sep 22, 2022 • 1:08:19
Three Jons and a Tommy: Pod Save America Talks Media, Messaging, and Midterms
One Jon is nice—but have you ever heard a podcast with three of them? (Plus, a Tommy for good measure.) The Pod Save America guys are here to discuss midterm elections, the problem with polling, and whether we should look to journalism to save us. They also take a stroll down memory lane to the Obama White House, reminiscing about the good old days of government website crashes and that time a gaping hole opened in the bottom of the ocean. As of this week, we’re back to new episodes wee
Sep 15, 2022 • 1:10:04
Has America Learned Anything From Its Biggest Disasters? Not Really.
Jon talks to Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Sheri Fink, whose book Five Days at Memorial is the basis for the Apple TV+ series of the same name. They discuss why our healthcare system is always ill-equipped for disasters—and whether there’s something else coming our way that we should panic about. Writers Robby Slowik and Maria Randazzo also stop by to talk about the Trump raid, the oddest menu items at Mar-a-Lago, and the scourge of lanternfliesCREDITSHosted by: Jon StewartFeaturing
Aug 25, 2022 • 37:38
Jon Talks About the Passing of the PACT Act
Jon is joined by staff writers Kasaun Wilson and Rob Christensen to talk about his fight to get the PACT Act—which gives urgently needed healthcare to sick veterans—passed in the Senate. He discusses battling Republican misinformation and the behind-the-scenes work it took to achieve this victory. Plus, Kay and Rob chat about their struggle to behave in the Senate gallery, Jon’s Bernie Sanders impression, and what the Senate has in common with an assisted living facility.If you or someo
Aug 4, 2022 • 48:22
How Brittney Griner Became a Political Pawn: With Coach Dawn Staley
Basketball legend and coach Dawn Staley is here with the latest on Brittney Griner—one of the best players in the WNBA—who has been detained in Russia since February after officials allegedly found cannabis oil in her luggage. Dawn and Jon break down the financial inequalities of the WNBA, how we can keep players from becoming political pawns, and what needs to happen to get Griner home. Plus, writers Tocarra Mallard and Kasaun Wilson tell the odd tale of how Stephon Marbury starred in
Jul 21, 2022 • 49:53
Limber Up and Pack a Lunch: The Post-Roe Fight Ahead
Roe v. Wade has been overturned, so now what the hell are we supposed to do? The hosts of the Strict Scrutiny podcast—law professors Leah Litman, Melissa Murray, and Kate Shaw—are back to help Jon process the crushing decision. Plus, writers Kris Acimovic and Tocarra Mallard weigh in on why the Democrats’ answer to this crisis seems to be donating $15.If you’d like to hear more, check out the Strict Scrutiny podcast on Apple Podcasts.CREDITSHosted by: Jon StewartFeaturing, in order of a
Jun 30, 2022 • 1:01:38
The SEC Was in Trouble. Now They’re Screwed.
Jon is joined by the hosts of the Strict Scrutiny podcast—law professors Leah Litman, Melissa Murray, and Kate Shaw—to discuss the Fifth Circuit Court’s recent ruling on the SEC. Could it signal the demise of government as we know it, even though it’s gibberish to most of us? Staff writers Jay Jurden and Alexa Loftus also drop by to help balance our lawyer-to-layman ratio.CREDITSHosted by: Jon StewartFeaturing, in order of appearance: Jay Jurden, Alexa Loftus, Melissa Murray, Leah Litma
Jun 9, 2022 • 51:39
Judd Apatow on George Carlin
Jon talks to his longtime friend Judd Apatow about his new documentary, George Carlin’s American Dream. They delve into why Carlin’s groundbreaking comedy feels more relevant than ever, Judd’s obsession with cataloging comedy history, and their formative experiences writing together for Garry Shandling’s The Larry Sanders Show.CREDITSHosted by: Jon StewartFeaturing: Judd ApatowExecutive Produced by Jon Stewart, Brinda Adhikari, James Dixon, Chris McShane, and Richard Plepler.Lead Produc
May 20, 2022 • 57:37
America’s Caste System With Isabel Wilkerson
The season finale of The Problem With Jon Stewart is now streaming on Apple TV+, so we decided to go out with something light and noncontroversial: Race! Who could have guessed that even after a full hour of TV, there would still be more to discuss about race in America? Jon is joined by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and best-selling author Isabel Wilkerson to discuss race, racism, and America’s caste system. Staff writers Jay Jurden and Kasaun Wilson also talk to Jon about their ex
Mar 31, 2022 • 1:00:19
Jon Talks About the Media—And It Talks Back
Last week’s episode of our Apple TV+ series was all about the news media. So we invited Washington Post media columnist Margaret Sullivan to talk with Jon about the media sensationalism—and YOU WON’T BELIEVE WHAT HAPPENED NEXT! Actually, you will. They have a thoughtful discussion about the state of news media and if it can be improved. Jon is also joined by executive producer Brinda Adhikari and staff writer Henrik Blix, both of whom worked in news before escaping to the world of late
Mar 24, 2022 • 1:10:23
Jon Talks Climate Change: It Gets Heated
We don’t want to send the message that criticizing us on Twitter is a ticket to the podcast...but that’s what climate reporter Kendra Pierre-Louis did, and now here she is. Kendra had some issues with our climate episode on Apple TV+, so Jon invited her on for a conversation. And just like our planet, things heated up—insofar as you can call a thoughtful exchange of ideas “heated up.” Jon is also joined by writers Rob Christensen and Tocarra Mallard to talk about Twitter trolls, beard m
Mar 17, 2022 • 1:04:42
Reporter Called Jon Out, So We Called Him Up
Last week’s episode of our Apple TV+ show took on the stock market, GameStop, and the Robinhood app. Spencer Jakab, an editor with The Wall Street Journal, took to Twitter to vent his disagreements with it. So we invited him on the podcast (we’re gluttons for punishment) to talk it out. Jon is also joined by writers Kris Acimovic and Kasaun Wilson to talk about rising gas prices and why comedy clubs are the only landmarks comedians know.What did you think of our episode? Call in your qu
Mar 10, 2022 • 1:06:26
A Conversation With Adam McKay
Jon welcomes his pal Adam McKay to discuss climate change and his film Don’t Look Up…and they barely do either. But! They do take a long stroll down comedy memory lane. From Adam’s start as a Philly stand-up, to his time with SNL and hits like Anchorman, to producing and directing Oscar®-nominated films, Adam’s fingerprints are all over 21st-century comedy.We want to hear from you! Have a question, comment, or simply want to share your thoughts on our episodes? Call our hotline: 1-212-6
Mar 8, 2022 • 1:00:15
Jon Talks Stocks and Ukraine
We’re back on Apple TV+ with brand-new episode “The Problem With Stocks,” and we’re celebrating on the podcast the only way we know how—by interviewing former SEC commissioner Rob Jackson. (We’re bad at celebrating.) We get his thoughts on why the market isn’t held accountable and is less regulated than casinos. Robby Slowik and Rob Christensen join Jon to give their thoughts on the Russian invasion of Ukraine and how Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy went from comedian to courage
Mar 3, 2022 • 1:04:18
Jon Referees an Economist Battle
When economist and Fed exec Thomas Hoenig told Jon on this podcast that printing money was a bad idea, economists Stephanie Kelton and Rohan Grey took to the internet to start an Economist Battle (it’s more fun than it sounds). Now they’re here to tell Jon about a new approach to economics called Modern Monetary Theory, and why printing money maybe isn’t so bad after all. But first, Jon discusses trespassing bears and the current situation in Ukraine with staff members Tocarra Mallard,
Feb 24, 2022 • 1:22:07
Jon Talks Racial Injustice & Inflation
We’re doubling up the content—and the problems. Jon talks with Bryan Stevenson, founder and executive director of the Equal Justice Initiative, about racial injustice in America today. But first, alongside staff writers Henrik and Kasaun, Jon welcomes inflation expert Lindsay Owens, executive director of the Groundwork Collaborative, to discuss greedy CEOs jacking up prices. CREDITSHosted by: Jon StewartFeaturing, in order of appearance: Kasaun Wilson, Henrik Blix, Lindsay Owens, B
Feb 17, 2022 • 1:27:48
Jon Talks Misinformation With Ev Williams and Dr. Joan Donovan
Well, Jon has gone and stepped in it again! So this week, along with writers Jay Jurden and Kris Acimovic, Jon is joined by Harvard professor and misinformation expert Dr. Joan Donovan to discuss RoganGate and how to combat misinformation. Later, Jon speaks with Ev Williams, CEO of Medium. Who also happens to be the confounder of Twitter, the website where misinformation goes to superspread alongside Wordle scores.CREDITSHosted by: Jon StewartFeaturing, in order of appearance: Kris Acim
Feb 10, 2022 • 1:10:29
Jon Talks With Dr. Mae Jemison: The First Black Woman in Space
Jon is joined by head writer Chelsea Devantez and staff writer Jay Jurden to discuss Joe Rogan and Neil Young, Taylor Swift’s scarf, and how Twitter makes you want to leave the planet. Speaking of which: This episode’s guest, Dr. Mae Jemison, has done just that. The first Black woman to travel to space, Dr. Jemison talks to Jon about how space is for everyone and not just the billionaire boys’ club.CREDITSHosted by: Jon StewartFeaturing, in order of appearance: Jay Jurden, Chelsea Devan
Feb 3, 2022 • 49:03
Jon Goes Down the QAnon Rabbit Hole With Gabriel Gatehouse
Jon talks with (very charming, very British) BBC foreign correspondent Gabriel Gatehouse about his work covering the U.S. elections—which turned into reporting on QAnon, because what’s an election without a global cabal of blood-drinking billionaires? Jon is also joined by writers Kris Acimovic and Robby Slowik to discuss their favorite conspiracy theories, and maybe start some new ones.CREDITSHosted by: Jon StewartFeaturing, in order of appearance: Kris Acimovic, Robby Slowik, Gabriel
Jan 27, 2022 • 54:39
Jon Talks to Thomas Hoenig: Our Economy Is a Delusion
You've probably heard that inflation is getting worse—and not just from your grandpa who remembers when soda cost a nickel and movies were movies. Jon talks with Thomas Hoenig, former president and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, about how the Fed has destroyed everything we hold dear. Jon is joined by staff writers Alexa Loftus and Kasaun Wilson to discuss the news of the week, including Rand Paul’s TV subscriptions and the gymnastic abilities of skunks.CREDITSHosted by
Jan 20, 2022 • 48:53
Jon Talks to Mark Cuban: Billionaires, Basketball, and Bitcoin
We’re back, baby! We’re kicking off 2022 with billionaire/colonoscopy bargain hunter Mark Cuban. Jon and Mark discuss the American Dream, barriers to entry, and why tying healthcare to jobs makes no sense. And what’s a chat with a tech billionaire if crypto doesn’t come up? Jon is joined by show writers Tocarra Mallard and Rob Christensen to talk national anthems and Jon’s experience at the White House.CREDITSHosted by: Jon StewartFeaturing, in order of appearance:Tocarra
Jan 13, 2022 • 46:50
The Problem With Jon: According to Our Listeners
We finally checked our voicemail and hereby present our first ever mailbag episode. Jon is joined by Chelsea, Jay, and Robby to engage with your questions, comments, and criticism about the show and Jon’s increasingly fragile appearance.Want to be featured in our next mailbag episode? Call in to ask a question or just bully Jon. The number is 1-212-634-7222.CREDITSHosted by: Jon StewartFeaturing, in order of appearance: Chelsea Devantez, Robby Slowik, Jay Jurden
Dec 9, 2021 • 45:53
Jon Talks With Steve Kerr: The Nicest, Whitest Man in Basketball
Steve Kerr thinks he’s here to talk with Jon about his career, speaking out on social issues, and the racial and political dynamics of the NBA. And he does get to talk about those things, but not before enduring Jon’s pleas for him to coach the Knicks. Staff writers Jay and Henrik offer some color commentary as well. CREDITSHosted by: Jon StewartFeaturing, in order of appearance: Jay Jurden, Henrik Blix, Steve KerrExecutive Produced by: Jon Stewart, Brinda
Dec 2, 2021 • 49:46
The Problem With Guns (and Domestic Abusers)
Domestic violence is a predictor for gun violence, yet we have a problem enforcing laws that strip firearms from domestic abusers. Jon talks with head writer Chelsea Devantez about her experiences with these issues, possible solutions...and also, somehow, puppet TV shows from the '70s. Jon then talks with bounce musician Big Freedia about her documentary, Freedia Got a Gun, and how gun violence has affected her hometown of New Orleans.Content warning: This episode deals w
Nov 18, 2021 • 37:38
The Problem With War: Veterans Day Episode
It’s Veterans Day, so we're talking to some vets. Jon is joined by Staff Sergeant Wesley Black, who sadly passed away shortly after this episode was recorded, and Sergeant Isiah James. You may remember them from the Apple TV+ episode we did on burn pits—if you didn’t see it, you really should. Jon also catches up with his friend, Air Force Senior Master Sergeant Israel Del Toro.If you are looking for ways to help, please check out Burn Pits 3
Nov 11, 2021 • 52:26
The Problem With the NFL: Keyshawn Johnson Explains
Fantasy football legend Jon Stewart sits down with real football legend Keyshawn Johnson to discuss coach Jon Gruden’s leaked racist emails and how the power structure of the NFL enables such behavior. Jon is also joined by Kris Acimovic and Kasaun Wilson, who don’t hold back on the Gruden controversy.CREDITSHosted by: Jon StewartFeaturing, in order of appearance:Kris Acimovic, Kasaun Wilson, Keyshawn Johnson, Henrik BlixExecutive Produced by
Nov 4, 2021 • 35:31
The Problem With Our Not-At-All-Free Market
In this episode, Jon sits down with Claudia Sahm, a former Federal Reserve economist with a passion for dunking on Larry Summers. They discuss the American economic system, who gets that sweet government cheese, and why Jon wasn’t as wrong as Jamie Dimon insisted.We also have a hotline! Call in and ask us a question before we regret this idea entirely. The number is 1-212-634-7222.CREDITSHosted by: Jon StewartFeaturing, in order of appearance:Henrik Blix, Alexa Loftu
Oct 28, 2021 • 41:47
Jon Talks With Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase
In the United States, we pride ourselves on having a free market economy—but we don’t actually have one. Corporations are given endless help while workers often struggle to survive. Jon sits down with Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, to discuss these two sides of the economy.CREDITSHosted by: Jon StewartFeaturing, in order of appearance:Jay Jurden, Jamie DimonExecutive Produced by Jon Stewart, Brinda Adhikari, James Dixon, Chris
Oct 21, 2021 • 58:53
The Problem With Freedom: It Ain’t Free
We’re talking freedom and race in America (we know!). Jon, who is famously old and white, is joined by staff writer Kasaun Wilson and associate producer Trey Sherman before talking to Alex Stamos, former chief of security at Facebook and current director of the Stanford Internet Observatory, about the impact of social platforms on democracy—and guess what? It’s not great.CREDITSHosted by: Jon StewartFeaturing, in order of appearance:Kasaun Wilson, Trey Sher
Oct 14, 2021 • 1:02:33
The Problem With War: You Break It You Buy It
Like the annoying guy at a party who won’t shut up about Bitcoin, we have some investment advice: America is not investing enough in our veterans, both emotionally and financially. So today, Jon sits down with some staff who are very emotionally invested, and also talks to Professor Linda Bilmes about her proposed solution for investing more financially.CREDITSHosted by: Jon StewartFeaturing, in order of appearance:Jon Stewart Chels
Oct 7, 2021 • 43:15
The Problem With War: Garbage Fire (Literally!)
Jon figured out how to podcast! In our first episode, he's joined by two staff members who happen to be veterans to discuss their experiences. Then, he sits down with Senators Jon Tester (D-Mont.) and Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) to talk about what’s being done in Congress to help vets suffering from toxic exposure. CREDITSHosted by: Jon StewartFeaturing, in order of appearance: Jon StewartRob ChristensenCharles WojcikHenrik BlixKris AcimovicAndy CrystalIrene PlagianosSen Jon Tes
Sep 30, 2021 • 46:35
Sneak Peek: The Problem With My Staff
The content-stuffed first episode of the podcast drops September 30, so here’s Jon getting mercilessly bullied by his own staff to hold you over.https://apple.co/-JonStewart
Sep 27, 2021 • 5:00