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General Keith Alexander Extended Interview
John Oliver interviews General Keith Alexander, former head of the NSA. General Alexander discusses Edward Snowden and helps John rebrand a national security organization.
Read MorePresident Obama Meets a Robot: Web Exclusive
John Oliver discusses President Barack Obama's trip to Japan where he met a "scary" robot.
Read MorePOM Wonderful v. Coca-Cola
John talks about the Indian election, Pom Wonderful and talks with the former NSA Director General Keith Alexander.
Read MoreSimon Ostrovsky Interview
John Oliver interviews Vice news journalist Simon Ostrovsky who was held captive in Ukraine.
This is still a comedy show, we promise.
Read MoreLetter of the Week: POM Wonderful
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.
Read MoreCapital Punishment
John talks about the recent issues of the death penalty, François Hollande and the rising issues happening in Brunei.
Read MoreClimate Change Denial
John talks about Eurovision, Ukraine and Russia's relations and interviews Bill Nye about Climate Change.
Read MoreFareed Zakaria Interview Pt. 2
John Oliver and Fareed Zakaria further discuss the victory of Narendra Modi in India's recent election.
Read MoreThe 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.
Read MoreLast Week's News... We Think
John Oliver delivers last week's news, predicted two weeks ago. You get it. Just watch.
Read More#MutuallyAssuredHumiliation
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.
Read MoreNet Neutrality
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.
Read MoreFIFA 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.
Read MoreStephen Hawking Extended Interview
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.
Read MoreImmigration Reform
John talks about US Immigration and interviews Professor Stephen Hawking.
Read MorePepe Julian Onziema Interview Pt. II
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.
Read MoreBurwell v. Hobby Lobby
John Oliver sheds light on recent Supreme Court cases and discusses gay rights in Uganda with activist Pepe Julian Onziema.
Read MoreIncome and Wealth Inequality
John talks about modern American income inequality, Warren G. Harding's love letters and President Obama's "Day In The Life" tour.
Read MoreIncarceration in the United States
John talks about the Gaza crisis, the decay of American prisons and the gambling addiction problem in Singapore.
Read MoreNuclear Weapons and the United States
John talks about human rights violations in the Middle East, nuclear disarmament and Russia's science satellite that lost communication.
Read More#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.
Read MoreNative Advertising
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.
Read MorePayday Loans
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.
Read MoreShooting of Michael Brown and Police Militarization
Focuses on the shooting of Michael Brown and police militarization in Ferguson, MO. John also discusses the topic of equal pay for equal work.
Read MoreJohn Oliver Literally Destroys Piñatas
Watch John Oliver deliver an epic takedown of piñatas.
Read MoreFan Mail Vol. 1
John Oliver reads fan mail, but because no one sends mail anymore, it’s all from YouTube comments.
Read MoreCookie Monster's Ideas
Cookie Monster has a few ideas to share with John Oliver. John just wants you to watch their special news report on words.
Read MoreStudent Debt
John talks about ISIS and student loan debt. Musical group A Great Big World make a special appearance.
Read MoreScottish Independence Referendum
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.
Read MoreRoger Goodell
Roger Goodell spoke about the NFL’s recent controversies. And he spoke badly. Boo this man.
Read MoreUnited States Embargo Against Cuba, Miss America 2015
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.
Read MoreCivil Forfeiture
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.
Read MorePumpkin Spice
Pumpkin spice. Why?
John Oliver investigates. Well, he doesn't really investigate. He says things about it, though!
Read MoreReal Animals, Fake Paws Footage
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.
Read MoreMilitary Translators
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.
Read More1,000,000 YouTube Subscribers
We have accumulated 1,000,000 YouTube subscribers. We’re not really sure what that means!
Read MoreState Legislatures and ALEC
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!
Read MoreThe Lottery
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.
Read MoreTurkey Pardoning
Turkey pardoning is a weird tradition. They're basically all guilty... of being delicious.
Read MoreNew Year's Eve
New Year's Eve is the worst. John Oliver has some great excuses for getting out of it.
Read MoreFifty Shades #NotMyChristian Apology
John Oliver apologizes to Jamie Dornan for perpetuating the #NotMyChristian hashtag...sort of.
Read MoreMarketing to Doctors
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.
Read MoreTobacco
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.
Read MoreElected Judges
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.
Read MoreInfrastructure
America's crumbling infrastructure: It's not a sexy problem, but it is a scary one.
Read MoreU.S. Territories
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!
Read MoreMunicipal Violations
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.
Read MoreApril Fools' Day
April Fools’ Day is awful. Please stand with John Oliver and take the Last Week Tonight No-Prank Pledge.
Read MoreGovernment 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.
Read MoreEdward Snowden on Passwords
John Oliver and Edward Snowden talk password security.
Read MorePatents
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!
Read MoreStandardized Testing
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.
Read MorePaid Family Leave
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.
Read MoreLost Graphics
John Oliver shows off some of his favorite graphics that never made it onto the show.
Read MoreThe Mittens of Disapproval Are On
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.
Read MoreThe Internet
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.
Read MoreAnd Now - People Prematurely Declaring The End of Obamacare
Five years of people prematurely declaring the end of Obamacare. (This is a web-exclusive video.)
Read MoreTransgender Rights
This week’s gay rights victory was historic, but the transgender community still faces staggering challenges. John Oliver focuses on the “T” in “LGBT."
Read MoreShallow Dives
Instead of covering 1 topic in 15 minutes, John Oliver covers 15 topics in 1 minute.
Read MoreFood Waste
Producers, sellers, and consumers waste tons of food. John Oliver discusses the shocking amount of food we don’t eat.
Read MoreMandatory Minimum Sentencing Laws
Mandatory minimums require fixed prison sentences for certain crimes. John Oliver explains why we treat some turkeys better than most low-level offenders.
Read MoreDistrict of Columbia
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.
Read MoreSex Education
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.
Read MoreLGBT Discrimination
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.
Read MoreHistory Lies
John Oliver shares some of his favorite completely made-up history facts.
Read MoreBack To School
John Oliver gives students a crash course in everything they will learn — or not learn — in school this year.
Read MorePublic Defenders
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.
Read MoreMigrants 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.
Read MoreFacebook Privacy Hoax Debunked
John Oliver explains that the Facebook privacy protection messages are a hoax and tells you how to actually protect your personal information.
Read MoreMental Health
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.
Read MoreNorth Dakota
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.
Read MoreCanada
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.
Read MoreMedicaid Gap
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.
Read MorePrisoner Re-entry
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.
Read MoreDaily Fantasy Sports
John talks about the recent Paris attacks, China's Singles Day, the Koh-i-Noor diamond and Daily Fantasy Sports.
Read MoreRefugees & Pennies
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.
Read MoreRevised Resolutions
John Oliver helps you revise the New Year’s resolutions you’ve already failed to keep.
Read MoreLost Graphics Vol. 2
John Oliver shares more of his favorite graphics that never made it on the show.
Read MoreAbortion Laws
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?
Read MoreDonald Trump
John talks about the Egyptian president and economic crisis, the Guantanamo Bay shutdown and Donald Trump.
Read MoreSpecial Districts
Special districts spend more public money than all city governments combined. That's odd considering most of us don't know they exist.
Read MoreEncryption
Strong encryption poses problems for law enforcement, is weakening it worth the risks it presents? It’s…complicated.
Read MoreBorder Wall
Donald Drumpf wants to build a wall on the U.S.-Mexico border. Is his plan feasible?
Read MoreConspiracies
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.
Read MoreCongressional 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.
Read MoreCredit Reports
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.
Read MorePuerto Rico
Puerto Rico is suffering a massive debt crisis. Lin-Manuel Miranda joins John Oliver to call for relief.
Read MoreScientific Studies
John Oliver on Sticking to the Facts: Media outlets often report new findings from scientific studies, but how many are true?
Read MorePrimaries 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.
Read MoreHow is this Not a Thing?
John Oliver looks at some things that don't exist, but definitely should.
Read MoreDebt Buyers
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.
Read MoreRetirement Plans
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.
Read MoreIndependence Day
To celebrate the anniversary of America’s Independence John Oliver reminds us what they lost in the process.
Read MoreFan Mail Vol. 2
John Oliver reads some fan mail, once again they all come from YouTube comments.
Read MoreEndorsements
John Oliver makes some official political endorsements.
Read MoreRepublican National Convention
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.
Read MoreDemocratic National Convention
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.
Read MoreJournalism
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.
Read MoreAuto Lending
Auto lenders can steer vulnerable people into crushing debt. Keegan-Michael Key and Bob Balaban help John Oliver show exactly how.
Read MoreCharter Schools
Charter schools are privately run, publicly funded, and irregularly regulated. John Oliver explores why they aren’t at all like pizzerias.
Read MoreJohnny Strong
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.
Read MorePolice Accountability
John Oliver discusses the systems in place to investigate and hold police officers accountable for misconduct.
Read MoreGuantánamo
John Oliver examines the legal and moral issues surrounding the military prison at Guantánamo Bay.
Read MoreThird Parties
Third party candidates want to be serious contenders, so John Oliver considers them seriously as potential presidents.
Read MoreSchool Segregation
Public schools are increasingly divided by race and class. John Oliver discusses the troubling trend towards school resegregation.
Read MoreMultilevel Marketing
Multilevel marketing companies claim to be legitimate businesses, but some seems awfully pyramid shaped, and that's a problem.
Read MorePresident-Elect Trump
The presidential race has been a hell of a ride. ‘Last Week Tonight’ closes out the election and Season 3 with a bang.
Read MoreTrump vs. Truth
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.
Read MoreDalai Lama
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.
Read MoreAmerican 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.
Read MoreFederal Budget
Donald Trump's federal budget plan proposes large funding cuts with largely negative consequences. John Oliver examines the troubling priorities of the new administration.
Read MoreGerrymandering
Lawmakers often reshape voting districts to shift the balance of political power. That's unfair to voters, even those of us with questionable judgment.
Read MoreFrench Elections
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.
Read MoreIvanka & Jared
Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner hold an incredible amount of political power. That's troubling considering their incredibly small amount of political experience.
Read MoreNet Neutrality II
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.
Read MoreNet Neutrality Update
John Oliver discusses the recent flood of comments posted on the FCC's website.
Read MoreStupid Watergate
John Oliver discusses the shocking magnitude and potential impact of the latest revelations surrounding the Russia investigation.
Read MoreParis Agreement
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.
Read MoreSinclair 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.
Read MoreAlex Jones
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.
Read MoreBorder Patrol
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.
Read MoreNorth Korea
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.
Read MoreNuclear Waste
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.
Read MoreJoe Arpaio
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.
Read MoreCorporate 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.
Read MoreForensic Science
Forensic science used in criminal trials can be surprisingly unscientific. Maybe a new television procedural could help change the public perception.
Read MoreConfederacy
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.
Read MoreEconomic Development
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.
Read MoreThe Trump Presidency
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.
Read MoreTrump vs. The World
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.
Read MoreItalian Election
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.
Read MoreCryptocurrencies
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.
Read MoreMike Pence
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.
Read MoreImmigration Courts
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.
Read MoreCrisis 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.
Read MoreCorporate Taxes
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.
Read MoreRudy Giuliani
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.
Read MoreDrug Rehabilitation Clinics
Other segments: Wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, proposed 2018 North Korea-United States summit
Read MoreGuardianship
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.
Read MoreStupid Watergate II
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.
Read MoreXi Jinping
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.
Read MoreMexican Elections
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.
Read MoreGene Editing
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.
Read MoreLost Graphics Vol. 3
John Oliver shares another collection of his favorite graphics that never made it onto the show.
Read MoreWorkplace Sexual Harassment
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.
Read MoreProsecutors
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.
Read MoreAstroturfing
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.
Read MoreRetractions
John Oliver sets the record straight about some dubious claims he’s made in the past.
Read MoreFelony Disenfranchisement
Many people with felony convictions are unfairly prohibited from voting, and the worst state for this — surprise — is Florida.
Read MoreBrett Kavanaugh
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.
Read MoreBrazilian Elections
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.
Read MoreSaudi Arabia
Following the alarming disappearance of a Saudi journalist and political dissident, John Oliver examines America's uncomfortably comfortable relationship with Saudi Arabia.
Read MoreState Attorneys General
State AGs have become major partisan players in national politics, so the races to elect them are worth your attention.
Read MoreFamily Separation
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.
Read MoreDrain the Swamp
Donald Trump promised to “drain the swamp.” But considering the culture of corruption inside of his administration, Washington is looking awfully...swampy.
Read MoreAuthoritarianism
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.
Read MoreBrexit III
The UK could officially leave the European Union next month, which would be a huge change with hugely damaging consequences.
Read MoreAutomation
Automation often seems like a scary new problem, but it’s neither entirely scary nor entirely new.
Read MorePublic Shaming
John Oliver talks about the power of public shaming, good and bad.
Read MoreMobile Homes
Mobile homes may seem like an affordable housing option, but large investment companies are making them less and less so.
Read MoreOpioids II
Following some recent revelations about the role of large companies in America’s ongoing opioid epidemic, John Oliver takes another look at the crisis.
Read MoreMueller Report
Following the release of the Mueller Report, John Oliver discusses what we’ve learned.
Read MoreLethal Injections
John Oliver discusses the lethal injection process, which is definitely not as pleasant as talking about a squeaking frog.
Read MoreGreen New Deal
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.
Read MoreDeath 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.
Read MoreMedical Devices
John Oliver discusses the medical device industry, which is a huge business with a hugely troubling lack of regulation.
Read MoreEqual Rights Amendment
There’s still nothing in our constitution that explicitly prohibits sex discrimination. John Oliver talks about how to fix that.
Read MoreImpeachment
With a national conversation underway about the possibility of impeachment, John Oliver discusses whether the benefits outweigh the potential risks.
Read MoreWarehouses
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.”
Read MoreBoris Johnson
John Oliver explains how Britain’s new prime minister, Boris Johnson, has succeeded – not despite his bumbling persona, but often because of it.
Read MorePrison Labor
John Oliver explains how prisoners make and spend money, and how companies can profit at the expense of their families.
Read MoreGurbanguly Berdimuhamedov
John Oliver takes a look at the president of Turkmenistan, a dangerous autocrat with some notably strange obsessions.
Read MoreBias in Medicine
John Oliver discusses the roles that gender and racial bias can play in medical treatment.
Read MoreFilibuster
John Oliver explains why filibusters exist, why they shouldn't, and why it's stupid to drink coffee like a cat.
Read MoreLegal Immigration
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).
Read MoreCompounding 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.
Read MoreOne Child Policy
John Oliver discusses China’s one-child policy, and all its consequences, intended and not.
Read MoreTrump & Syria
John Oliver discusses the alarming decision to pull U.S. troops away from the border between Turkey and Syria.
Read MoreVoting Machines
John Oliver discusses how voting machines work, how they don’t, and how we can fix them.
Read MoreSLAPP Suits
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.
Read MoreThe Census
Main story: 2020 United States Census; plus, the impeachment inquiry against Donald Trump and Chiitan.
Read MorePush Notifications
John Oliver explains what type of news should – and shouldn’t – warrant a push notification.
Read MoreMedicare for All
Main story: The pros and cons of Medicare for All; plus, Bill Barr does Trump's personal bidding; and Flyers mascot Gritty is exonerated!
Read MoreCoronavirus
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.
Read MoreCoronavirus II
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.
Read MoreCoronavirus III
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.
Read MoreOne 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).
Read MoreEssential Workers
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.
Read MoreCoronavirus Misinformation
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.
Read MoreCOVID-19 Testing
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.
Read MoreUnited States Postal Service
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.
Read MoreCoronavirus Impact on Sports
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.
Read MorePostal Voting
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.
Read MoreFacial Recognition
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.
Read MorePrisons & Jails
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.
Read MoreCoronavirus 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.
Read MoreConspiracy Theories
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.
Read MoreU.S. History
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.'
Read MoreBorder Wall
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.
Read MoreRNC 2020 & Kenosha
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.
Read MoreSupreme Court
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.
Read MoreElection 2020
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.
Read MoreThe World Health Organization
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.
Read MoreAsylum
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.
Read MoreTrump & the Coronavirus and William Barr
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.
Read MoreElection 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.
Read MoreTrump & Election Results
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.
Read MorePringles Update
With the help of viewers at home, John tries to get to the bottom of an important mystery.
Read MoreEpisode 210: The Next Pandemic
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.
Read MoreEpisode 211: Meatpacking
Main story: Working conditions in the meatpacking industry; plus, the Texas power crisis in the wake of severe winter weather.
Read MoreEpisode 212: Raids
Main story: How few guardrails there are on the use of police raids; plus, New York governor Andrew Cuomo faces multiple scandals.
Read MoreEpisode 213: Unemployment
Main story: The many obstacles that impede access to unemployment benefits; plus, Fox News freaks out over Dr. Seuss.
Read MoreEpisode 214: Tucker Carlson
Main story: Where Tucker Carlson came from and why he's admired by white nationalists; plus, reaction to the Biden COVID-19 relief bill.
Read MoreEpisode 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.
Read MoreEpisode 216: The National Debt
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.
Read MoreEpisode 217: Long-Term Care
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.
Read MoreEpisode 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.
Read MoreLost Graphics Vol. 4
John Oliver shares some of his favorite graphics that never made it to air.
Read MoreEpisode 219: Vaccine
John Oliver explains why some people don't want to get the Covid-19 vaccine and how they might be reassured.
Read MoreEpisode 220: Hair
John Oliver discusses the importance of black hair, the ways it can be a target of discrimination, and some ideas to address that.
Read MoreEpisode 221: Stand Your Ground
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.
Read MoreEpisode 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.)
Read MoreEpisode 223: Asian Americans
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.
Read MoreEpisode 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.
Read MoreEpisode 225: PACE
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.
Read MoreEpisode 226: Health Care Sharing Ministries
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.
Read MoreJohn Dillermand
John Oliver explains why a Danish children's cartoon resonates with him so much.
Read MoreEpisode 227: Housing Discrimination
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.
Read MoreEpisode 228: Emergency Medical Services
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.
Read MoreEpisode 229: Opioids III – The Sacklers
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.
Read MoreEpisode 230: Ransomware
John Oliver discusses ransomware attacks, why they’re on the rise, and what can be done about them.
Read MoreEpisode 231: Afghanistan
John Oliver discusses the end of America's war with Afghanistan and the humanitarian crisis being left behind.
Read MoreMasterpiece Gallery Tour
You are cordially invited to attend Last Week Tonight's Masterpiece Gallery Tour. Visit lwtgallery.com or johnoliverhasyourraterotica.com for details.
Read MoreEpisode 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.
Read MoreEpisode 233: Voting Rights
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.
Read MoreEpisode 234: PFAS
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.
Read MoreEpisode 235
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.
Read MoreLocal Car Commercials Update
John Oliver reveals the brave local car dealership that agreed to produce Last Week Tonight’s commercial script, sight unseen.
Read MoreEpisode 236
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.
Read MoreEpisode 237
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.
Read MoreEpisode 238
John Oliver discusses the current state of the nation's power grid, why it needs fixing, and, of course, how fun the balloons are.
Read MoreEpisode 239
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."
Read MoreSnack Video Games
John Oliver explores the lost world of snack-sponsored video games, and pitches some ideas to today’s snack brands.
Read MoreDa Vinci Code
John Oliver discusses The Da Vinci Code: the book, the film, and, for some reason, the cultural phenomenon.
Read MoreFebruary 20, 2022: Critical Race Theory
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.
Read MoreFebruary 27, 2022: Sex Work
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.
Read MoreMarch 6, 2022: Wrongful Convictions
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.
Read MoreMarch 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.
Read MoreMarch 27, 2022: Harm Reduction
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.
Read MoreApril 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.
Read MoreApril 10, 2022: Data Brokers
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.
Read MoreApril 17, 2022: Police Interrogations
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.
Read MoreMay 1, 2022: Environmental Racism
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.
Read MoreMay 8, 2022: Abortion Ruling/Philippines Election
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.
Read MoreMay 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.
Read MoreMay 22, 2022: Subway
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.
Read MoreJune 5, 2022: School Police
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.
Read MoreJune 12, 2022: Tech Monopolies
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.
Read MoreJune 19, 2022: Rent
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.
Read MoreJune 26, 2022: Water
John Oliver discusses the water shortage in the American west; plus, the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.
Read MoreBeach Dolls
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.
Read MoreJuly 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.
Read MoreJuly 31, 2022: Mental Health Care
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.
Read MoreAugust 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.
Read MoreAugust 14, 2022: Afghanistan
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.
Read MoreAugust 21, 2022: Carbon Offsets
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.
Read MoreSeptember 11, 2022: Law & Order
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.
Read MoreSeptember 25, 2022: Bolsonaro
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.
Read MoreOctober 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.
Read MoreOctober 9, 2022: Crime Reporting
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.
Read MoreOctober 16, 2022: Transgender Rights II
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.
Read MoreOctober 30, 2022: Bail Reform
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.
Read MoreNovember 6, 2022: Election Subversion
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.
Read MoreNovember 13, 2022: The Monarchy
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.
Read MoreNovember 20, 2022: Qatar World Cup
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.
Read MoreFebruary 19, 2023: Psychedelic Assisted Therapy
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.
Read MoreFebruary 26, 2023: Artificial Intelligence
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.
Read MoreMarch 5, 2023: Ron DeSantis
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.
Read MoreMarch 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.
Read MoreMarch 19, 2023: Timeshares
John Oliver discusses timeshares, how people get into them, why it’s so difficult to get out, and one exciting new business venture.
Read MoreApril 2, 2023: Solitary Confinement
John Oliver discusses solitary confinement, how prevalent it is, how damaging it can be, and, of course, how to hit the woah.
Read MoreLast Squeak Tonight Presents: A History of Chuck E. Cheese
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.
Read MoreApril 9, 2023: Homeowners Associations
John Oliver discusses homeowners associations, the surprising power they have, and how to tell if a tree is “tree-shaped.”
Read MoreApril 16, 2023: Farmworkers
John Oliver discusses the conditions farmworkers face, how we failed to protect them, and the Jolly Green Giant’s body hair.
Read MoreApril 23, 2023: Cryptocurrencies II
John Oliver discusses cryptocurrency, the collapse of three big crypto companies, and what to do if your office gives off “crime vibes.”
Read MoreApril 30, 2023: Biden and the Border
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.
Read MoreOctober 1, 2023: Prison Health Care
John Oliver discusses the health care offered in prisons; plus, a look at the past five months, from the WGA strike to Lauren Boebert.
Read MoreOctober 8, 2023: Homeschooling
John Oliver discusses homeschooling, its surprising lack of regulation in many states, and, crucially, Darth Vader's parenting skills.
Read MoreOctober 15, 2023: Food Safety
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.
Read MoreOctober 22, 2023: McKinsey
John Oliver discusses the oldest and largest management consulting firm: McKinsey & Company.
Read MoreOctober 29, 2023: Chocolate
John Oliver discusses chocolate, cocoa farming, and, of course, some facts that will make Halloween a little weird.
Read MoreNovember 5, 2023: Abortion Rights
John Oliver discusses the ongoing fallout from the overturning of Roe v. Wade as the November elections approach.
Read MoreNovember 12, 2023: Israel-Hamas War
John Oliver discusses the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas.
Read MoreNovember 19, 2023: Dollar Stores
John Oliver discusses dollar stores and why Irish Spring is not his soap of choice.
Read MoreDecember 3, 2023: Organ & Body Donations
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.
Read MoreDecember 10, 2023: Freight Trains
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.
Read MoreDecember 17, 2023: Elon Musk
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.
Read MoreFebruary 18, 2024: Supreme Court
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.
Read MoreFebruary 25, 2024: Pig Butchering
John Oliver discusses a popular internet scam, why it's easier to fall for it than you might think, and, of course, boner alerts.
Read MoreMarch 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.
Read MoreMarch 10, 2024: State Medical Boards
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.
Read MoreMarch 17, 2024: Student Loan Debt
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.
Read MoreMarch 31, 2024: Food Delivery Apps
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.
Read MoreApril 7, 2024: Death Penalty
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.
Read MoreApril 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.
Read MoreApril 21, 2024: UFOs
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.
Read MoreMay 5, 2024: Public Libraries
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.
Read MoreMay 12, 2024: Opioid Settlements
John Oliver discusses how state and local governments in the US are spending opioid settlements, a new deportation plan in the UK, and, of course, his favorite contestant at Eurovision.
Read MoreMay 19, 2024: Corn Production
John Oliver discusses the financial and environmental impact of corn in the U.S., recent commencement ceremony mishaps, and the rise of the far-right AfD party in Germany.
Read MoreJune 2, 2024: India Elections
John Oliver discusses the ongoing elections in India, Trump's guilty verdict, and the decline of Red Lobster.
Read MoreJune 9, 2024: Deep-Sea Mining
John Oliver discusses the environmental risks of deep-sea mining, France's preparation for the Olympics, and an update on Red Lobster.
Read MoreJune 16, 2024: Trump's Second Term
John Oliver discusses the plans for Donald Trump's second term, an interesting campaign choice from a conservative congressional candidate in Michigan, and the bakery that has very successfully turned John into a cake bear.
Read MoreJune 23, 2024: UK Elections
John Oliver discusses the UK elections and the future of the Tories, why pride flags are causing controversy in the US, and a new law about the ten commandments in Louisiana. Also some stuff about Ur-Nammu that we all know already.
Read MoreJuly 21, 2024: Migrant Crime
John Oliver discusses the wave of conservatives claiming there is a wave of "migrant crime," covers highlights from the RNC, and encourages us all to make suggestions for next year's World Games.
Read MoreJuly 28, 2024: The West Bank Settlements
John Oliver discusses how The West Bank settlements came to be, a rumor about J.D. Vance that we cannot prove is false, and whether or not Jake Tapper is Brat.
Read MoreAugust 4, 2024: RFK Jr.
John Oliver discusses RFK Jr.'s potential to sway the 2024 U.S. presidential election, controversies at the Olympics, and Donald Trump's recent puzzling comments about Kamala Harris.
Read MoreAugust 11, 2024: Hawaii
John Oliver discusses how Hawaii has long been run for the benefit of everyone but Hawaiians, whether or not J.D. Vance is ok, and the Trump campaign's weak attacks on Tim Walz and Kamala Harris.
Read MoreAugust 18, 2024: Hospice Care
John Oliver discusses hospice scams, the Trump campaign's attempt to appear "not weird," and the Republican primary candidates who are making the party seem stranger and stranger.
Read MoreSeptember 8, 2024: School Lunch Programs
John Oliver discusses the national school lunch program in the US, why J.D. Vance can't stop being weird on the campaign trail, and how to properly order a donut.
Read MoreSeptember 22, 2024: Disability Benefits
John Oliver discusses the obstacles in the way of Americans receiving disability benefits, last week's US presidential debate, and the misinformation being spread about Haitian immigrants in Springfield, Ohio.
Read MoreSeptember 29, 2024: Federal Courts
John Oliver discusses the impact Donald Trump had on the federal courts, how New York City's mayor was indicted for allegedly taking bribes from foreign sources, and why it's unforgivable that NYC's Rat Czar is not a rat in a top hat.
Read MoreOctober 6, 2024: Traffic Stops
John Oliver discusses the power given to cops during traffic stops and some simple ways we can start to change that, and J.D. Vance's week surrounding the vice presidential debate.
Read MoreOctober 13, 2024: Election Subversion
John Oliver discusses the attempts made by Donald Trump and his supporters to undermine the upcoming election, the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, and why Waffle House is both a light in the storm and symbol of absolute chaos.
Read MoreOctober 27, 2024: Mass Deportations
John Oliver discusses Donald Trump's plans to carry out mass deportations if reelected in November, and outlines some suggestions regarding one patriotic anthem.
Read MoreNovember 3, 2024
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