The pros and cons of Medicare for All: and more.
30m • 2020The pros and cons of Medicare for All: and more.
John Oliver talks about India's controversial Prime Minister; and more.
30m • 2020John Oliver talks about India's controversial Prime Minister; and more.
What's being done to fight coronavirus as it spreads to the U.S.; and more.
30m • 2020What's being done to fight coronavirus as it spreads to the U.S.; and more.
A look at how much power and little accountability, local sheriffs have; and more.
30m • 2020A look at how much power and little accountability, local sheriffs have; and more.
How the government is handling the coronavirus outbreak; and more.
22m • 2020How the government is handling the coronavirus outbreak; and more.
President Trump's inconsistent response to the coronavirus pandemic; and more.
31m • 2020President Trump's inconsistent response to the coronavirus pandemic; and more.
John Oliver takes a look One America News; and more.
29m • 2020John Oliver takes a look One America News; and more.
How Coronavirus is impacting the US workforce; and more.
29m • 2020How Coronavirus is impacting the US workforce; and more.
Main story: Various sources of misinformation about COVID-19; and more.
30m • 2020Main story: Various sources of misinformation about COVID-19; and more.
How much coronavirus testing the US has done and why we need to do more; and more.
31m • 2020How much coronavirus testing the US has done and why we need to do more; and more.
Why the USPS faces financial catastrophe and what we can do to help; and more.
29m • 2020Why the USPS faces financial catastrophe and what we can do to help; and more.
The disappearance of sports due to coronavirus; and more.
29m • 2020The disappearance of sports due to coronavirus; and more.
John Oliver discusses why voting by mail is necessary; and more.
30m • 2020John Oliver discusses why voting by mail is necessary; and more.
John Oliver discusses how the histories of policing and white supremacy rare intertwined; and more.
34m • 2020John Oliver discusses how the histories of policing and white supremacy rare intertwined; and more.
The dangers of facial recognition technology; and more.
30m • 2020The dangers of facial recognition technology; and more.
Why COVID-19 has spread so rapidly behind bars and what we can do to stop it; and more.
27m • 2020Why COVID-19 has spread so rapidly behind bars and what we can do to stop it; and more.
Evictions are on the rise due to coronavirus; and more.
30m • 2020Evictions are on the rise due to coronavirus; and more.
Main story: The proliferation of conspiracy theories about coronavirus; and more.
30m • 2020Main story: The proliferation of conspiracy theories about coronavirus; and more.
The Uighur people are facing human rights abuses in China; and more.
30m • 2020The Uighur people are facing human rights abuses in China; and more.
A look at how the history of race is taught in schools; and more.
37m • 2020A look at how the history of race is taught in schools; and more.
Why people of color are routinely excluded from becoming jurors; and more.
30m • 2020Why people of color are routinely excluded from becoming jurors; and more.
An update on Trump's border wall; and more.
29m • 2020An update on Trump's border wall; and more.
A look at the Republican National Convention; and more.
29m • 2020A look at the Republican National Convention; and more.
The future of the Supreme Court; and more.
28m • 2020The future of the Supreme Court; and more.
A look at efforts to destabilize the vote and how to ensure your ballot is counted; and more.
34m • 2020A look at efforts to destabilize the vote and how to ensure your ballot is counted; and more.
The crucial role of the World Health Organization; and more.
30m • 2020The crucial role of the World Health Organization; and more.
How the Trump administration has handled asylum seekers; and more.
30m • 2020How the Trump administration has handled asylum seekers; and more.
Oliver discusses President Trump's COVID-19 response and William Barr.
45m • 2020Oliver discusses President Trump's COVID-19 response and William Barr.
Oliver discusses Joe Biden and Kamala Harris' historic win.
29m • 2020Oliver discusses Joe Biden and Kamala Harris' historic win.
Oliver discusses Donald Trump's various attempts to overturn the results.
30m • 2020Oliver discusses Donald Trump's various attempts to overturn the results.
John Oliver discusses psychedelic assisted therapy: its history, its potential, and what it has to do with A$AP Rocky's relationship to rainbows.
35m • 2023John Oliver discusses psychedelic assisted therapy: its history, its potential, and what it has to do with A$AP Rocky's relationship to rainbows.
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.
39m • 2023Artificial intelligence is increasingly becoming part of our lives, from self-driving cars to ChatGPT. John Oliver discusses how AI works, where it might be heading next, and, of course, why it hates the bus.
John Oliver discusses Florida governor Ron DeSantis, the pitfalls of comparing him to Donald Trump, and the dangers of "woke math".
34m • 2023John Oliver discusses Florida governor Ron DeSantis, the pitfalls of comparing him to Donald Trump, and the dangers of "woke math".
John Oliver discusses TANF - a federal programme 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.
34m • 2023John Oliver discusses TANF - a federal programme 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.
John Oliver discusses timeshares, how people get into them, why it's so difficult to get out, and one exciting new business venture.
35m • 2023John Oliver discusses timeshares, how people get into them, why it's so difficult to get out, and one exciting new business venture.
John Oliver discusses solitary confinement, how prevalent it is, how damaging it can be, and, of course, how to hit the woah.
35m • 2023John Oliver discusses solitary confinement, how prevalent it is, how damaging it can be, and, of course, how to hit the woah.
John Oliver discusses homeowners associations, the surprising power they have, and how to tell if a tree is "tree-shaped".
34m • 2023John Oliver discusses homeowners associations, the surprising power they have, and how to tell if a tree is "tree-shaped".
John Oliver discusses the conditions farmworkers face, how we've failed to protect them, and the Jolly Green Giant's body hair.
35m • 2023John Oliver discusses the conditions farmworkers face, how we've failed to protect them, and the Jolly Green Giant's body hair.
John Oliver discusses cryptocurrency, the collapse of three big crypto companies, and what to do if your office gives off "crime vibes".
34m • 2023John Oliver discusses cryptocurrency, the collapse of three big crypto companies, and what to do if your office gives off "crime vibes".
John Oliver discusses the things Biden has promised to fix about the southern border, what he has and hasn't done, and the magnificent pile of gators.
37m • 2023John Oliver discusses the things Biden has promised to fix about the southern border, what he has and hasn't done, and the magnificent pile of gators.
John Oliver discusses the health care offered in prisons and jails, who provides it, why it’s so bad, and what Red Bull’s slogan should be.
39m • 2023John Oliver discusses the health care offered in prisons and jails, who provides it, why it’s so bad, and what Red Bull’s slogan should be.
John Oliver discusses homeschooling, its surprising lack of regulation in many states, and, crucially, Darth Vader's parenting skills.
40m • 2023John Oliver discusses homeschooling, its surprising lack of regulation in many states, and, crucially, Darth Vader's parenting skills.
John Oliver discusses the groups in charge of keeping our food safe – from the FDA, to the USDA, to, most crucially, the Association for Dressings and Sauces.
35m • 2023John Oliver discusses the groups in charge of keeping our food safe – from the FDA, to the USDA, to, most crucially, the Association for Dressings and Sauces.
John Oliver discusses the oldest and largest management consulting firm: McKinsey & Company.
34m • 2023John Oliver discusses the oldest and largest management consulting firm: McKinsey & Company.
John Oliver discusses chocolate, cocoa farming, and, of course, some facts that will make Halloween a little weird.
36m • 2023John Oliver discusses chocolate, cocoa farming, and, of course, some facts that will make Halloween a little weird.
John Oliver discusses the ongoing fallout from the overturning of Roe v. Wade as the November elections approach.
39m • 2023John Oliver discusses the ongoing fallout from the overturning of Roe v. Wade as the November elections approach.
John Oliver discusses the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas.
39m • 2023John Oliver discusses the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas.
John Oliver discusses dollar stores and why Irish Spring is not his soap of choice.
39m • 2023John Oliver discusses dollar stores and why Irish Spring is not his soap of choice.
John Oliver discusses the systems in place for donating our organs and bodies, why those donations don't always go where we might think they're going, and which airline is the Greyhound bus of the sky.
38m • 2023John Oliver discusses the systems in place for donating our organs and bodies, why those donations don't always go where we might think they're going, and which airline is the Greyhound bus of the sky.
John Oliver discusses freight trains and railroads, how they’ve put profits over safety, and, crucially, what shows he watched as a child.
38m • 2023John Oliver discusses freight trains and railroads, how they’ve put profits over safety, and, crucially, what shows he watched as a child.
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.
39m • 2023John 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.
The host takes on Trump's second impeachment, the Republicans' vote to acquit, and issues a warning to Democrats; the next pandemic.
30m • 2021The host takes on Trump's second impeachment, the Republicans' vote to acquit, and issues a warning to Democrats; the next pandemic.
The crisis in Texas, including an examination of the reason behind the failure of that state's power grid and reaction to the disaster from Texas officials, state and federal.
30m • 2021The crisis in Texas, including an examination of the reason behind the failure of that state's power grid and reaction to the disaster from Texas officials, state and federal.
How few guardrails there are on the use of police raids; plus, New York governor Andrew Cuomo faces multiple scandals.
33m • 2021How few guardrails there are on the use of police raids; plus, New York governor Andrew Cuomo faces multiple scandals.
The many obstacles that impede access to unemployment benefits; plus, Fox News freaks out over Dr. Seuss; Texas lifts its mask mandate; Neil Cavuto really loves Adele.
31m • 2021The many obstacles that impede access to unemployment benefits; plus, Fox News freaks out over Dr. Seuss; Texas lifts its mask mandate; Neil Cavuto really loves Adele.
Where Tucker Carlson came from and why he’s admired by white nationalists; plus, reaction to the Biden COVID-19 relief bill.
34m • 2021Where Tucker Carlson came from and why he’s admired by white nationalists; plus, reaction to the Biden COVID-19 relief bill.
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.
32m • 2021How 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.
How national debt works and why it might be more helpful than you think; plus, Giuliani freaks over Lil Nas X; Amazon’s anti-union tactics; Peeps and Pepsi form an unholy alliance.
31m • 2021How national debt works and why it might be more helpful than you think; plus, Giuliani freaks over Lil Nas X; Amazon’s anti-union tactics; Peeps and Pepsi form an unholy alliance.
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.
31m • 2021Why nursing homes and assisted living facilities need fixing; plus, the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program; Matt Gaetz and Venmo; R.I.P. Yahoo! Answers.
Why people file for bankruptcy and how difficult the process can be; plus, a look at police brutality in the U.S.
31m • 2021Why people file for bankruptcy and how difficult the process can be; plus, a look at police brutality in the U.S.
Why some people don’t want to get the COVID-19 vaccine; plus, when governments try to tweet; Dana Perino grew up on a ranch.
31m • 2021Why some people don’t want to get the COVID-19 vaccine; plus, when governments try to tweet; Dana Perino grew up on a ranch.
The ways Black hair can be a target of discrimination; plus, the race for governor in California, and GOP voter suppression.
30m • 2021The ways Black hair can be a target of discrimination; plus, the race for governor in California, and GOP voter suppression.
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.
31m • 2021John 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.
John Oliver explains why the integrity of local news is so important; plus, how some red states are trying to overturn Roe v. Wade and why the Venus Veil is so much more than a blanket. (It's not.)
31m • 2021John Oliver explains why the integrity of local news is so important; plus, how some red states are trying to overturn Roe v. Wade and why the Venus Veil is so much more than a blanket. (It's not.)
Examining the diverse group of people who fall under the term “Asian American,” and the history of the model minority stereotype; plus, Jair Bolsonaro is jeopardising the national and global health.
33m • 2021Examining the diverse group of people who fall under the term “Asian American,” and the history of the model minority stereotype; plus, Jair Bolsonaro is jeopardising the national and global health.
How the failure to air-condition prisons can cause health issues for incarcerated people; plus, a look at the NYC mayoral candidates.
31m • 2021How the failure to air-condition prisons can cause health issues for incarcerated people; plus, a look at the NYC mayoral candidates.
How PACE, a programme meant to pay for environmentally-friendly home renovations, is fundamentally flawed and can put people at risk of losing their homes; plus, a look at the upcoming Tokyo Olympics.
31m • 2021How PACE, a programme meant to pay for environmentally-friendly home renovations, is fundamentally flawed and can put people at risk of losing their homes; plus, a look at the upcoming Tokyo Olympics.
The limitations of Health Care Sharing Ministries, a faith-based alternative to health insurance; plus, the ItalyGate conspiracy theory.
31m • 2021The limitations of Health Care Sharing Ministries, a faith-based alternative to health insurance; plus, the ItalyGate conspiracy theory.
The long history of housing discrimination in the U.S., the damage it’s done, and, crucially, what we can do about it; plus, John is headed back to the studio and makes a new friend along the way.
38m • 2021The long history of housing discrimination in the U.S., the damage it’s done, and, crucially, what we can do about it; plus, John is headed back to the studio and makes a new friend along the way.
How emergency medical services function in the U.S., why they can be so expensive, and what we can do to fix things.
30m • 2021How emergency medical services function in the U.S., why they can be so expensive, and what we can do to fix things.
How the Sackler family has been handling lawsuits related to the opioid crisis; plus, Russia’s participation in the Tokyo Olympics.
31m • 2021How the Sackler family has been handling lawsuits related to the opioid crisis; plus, Russia’s participation in the Tokyo Olympics.
Ransomware attacks, why they’re on the rise, and what can be done about them; plus, the spread of the Delta variant.
31m • 2021Ransomware attacks, why they’re on the rise, and what can be done about them; plus, the spread of the Delta variant.
The end of America’s war with Afghanistan, and the humanitarian crisis being left behind; plus, why two attorneys are locked in a legal battle, and how they could come to a resolution outside of court.
31m • 2021The end of America’s war with Afghanistan, and the humanitarian crisis being left behind; plus, why two attorneys are locked in a legal battle, and how they could come to a resolution outside of court.
The long-time leader of Belarus, Alexander Lukashenko; plus, what a new abortion law in Texas means for Roe v. Wade.
29m • 2021The long-time leader of Belarus, Alexander Lukashenko; plus, what a new abortion law in Texas means for Roe v. Wade.
John Oliver discusses the current attacks on voting rights, who’s behind them, and what we can do about it.
41m • 2021John Oliver discusses the current attacks on voting rights, who’s behind them, and what we can do about it.
John Oliver discusses per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances - a class of chemicals linked to an array of health issues - and why their widespread use isn’t as magical as it may seem.
29m • 2021John Oliver discusses per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances - a class of chemicals linked to an array of health issues - and why their widespread use isn’t as magical as it may seem.
How misinformation spreads among immigrant diaspora communities; plus, AT&T’s involvement with far-right One America News.
29m • 2021How misinformation spreads among immigrant diaspora communities; plus, AT&T’s involvement with far-right One America News.
John Oliver discusses Taiwan's history of being governed by other countries, its fraught present-day relationship with China, and what its citizens would like their future to look like.
31m • 2021John Oliver discusses Taiwan's history of being governed by other countries, its fraught present-day relationship with China, and what its citizens would like their future to look like.
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.
31m • 2021With 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.
John Oliver discusses the current state of the nation's power grid, why it needs fixing, and, of course, how fun balloons are.
30m • 2021John Oliver discusses the current state of the nation's power grid, why it needs fixing, and, of course, how fun balloons are.
A discussion on the mechanics of union busting; the insurrection of January 6.
40m • 2021A discussion on the mechanics of union busting; the insurrection of January 6.