The 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.

How 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.

Where 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.

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.

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.

Why 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.

The 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.

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.)

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.

How 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.

The 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.

How 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.

Ransomware 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.

The 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.

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.

How 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.

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.

John 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.