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★ 8.3
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Overall Rating

★ 8.3
S19 E112
#1
★ 8.1

Ricky Gervais

Controversy quickly shatters the happy news of a P.O.W.'s return home, Herman Cain considers the presidential race, and Ricky Gervais shares his conditions for an ideal death.

S19 E74
#2
★ 7.8

Kimberly Marten

Vladimir Putin embraces his own geopolitical propaganda, Aasif Mandvi discovers third world health care in America, and Kimberly Marten discusses the growing Crimean crisis.

S19 E84
#3
★ 7.8

Michael Lewis

CNN desperately struggles to fill its news cycle with Flight 370 developments, and Michael Lewis discusses the Wall Street corruption detailed in his book "Flash Boys."

S19 E89
#4
★ 7.8

Colin Firth

Samantha Bee fears Putin is plotting to invade Brooklyn, Fox News covers spring break festivities, and Colin Firth discusses his role in "The Railway Man."

S19 E100
#5
★ 7.8

Peter Schuck

Samantha Bee defends the real victims of the financial crisis, lesbians face discrimination during major life events, and Peter Schuck describes effective public policy.

S19 E107
#6
★ 7.8

James McAvoy

The V.A. continues to mismanage veterans' health care, Jason Jones compares democracy in India and America, and James McAvoy chats about "X-Men: Days of Future Past."

S19 E108
#7
★ 7.8

Aneesh Chopra

Chipotle bans guns in its restaurants, Phillies manager Ryne Sandberg eats a bad burger at a Mets game, and Aneesh Chopra discusses technology in government.

S19 E13
#8
★ 7.7

Nick Offerman

Congress rides to HealthCare.gov's rescue, and Nick Offerman discusses "Paddle Your Own Canoe".

S19 E14
#9
★ 7.7

Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz

CNN asks the question that really matters and Debbie Wasserman Schultz champions Obamacare.

S19 E30
#10
★ 7.7

Jared Leto

Sarah Palin fights back in the war on Christmas, the RNC marks the end of racism in America, and Jared Leto returns to acting after a six-year hiatus.

S19 E26
#1
★ 6.3

Bill Cosby

Toronto strips Rob Ford of his mayoral powers, Qatar constructs the country's largest steel vagina, and Bill Cosby talks "Far From Finished".

S19 E1
#2
★ 6.4

Bill O'Reilly

Republicans threaten to shutter the government if their Obamacare demands go unmet, and Bill O'Reilly talks Syria and "Killing Jesus".

S19 E53
#3
★ 6.4

Jeff Garlin

Andrew Cuomo offends Sean Hannity, Justin Bieber supplants real news, Ted Cruz knows who's to blame for the government shutdown, and Jeff Garlin talks "The Goldbergs."

S19 E142
#4
★ 6.4

Tracy Droz Tragos

Former Governor Bob McDonnell and his wife face corruption charges, Rand Paul begins to act like a presidential candidate, and Tracy Droz Tragos discusses "Rich Hill."

S19 E58
#5
★ 6.6

Elizabeth Banks

Bill O'Reilly interviews President Obama before the Super Bowl, China's lunar rover says goodbye, and Elizabeth Banks talks "The Lego Movie."

S19 E140
#6
★ 6.7

Helen Thorpe

Jessica Williams does some dubious health reporting, Michael Che investigates a particular kind of brand-name loyalty, and Helen Thorpe discusses her book "Soldier Girls."

S19 E9
#7
★ 6.8

Alan Greenspan

The government's health care technology sputters and Alan Greenspan reconsiders Wall Street.

S19 E22
#8
★ 6.8

Joe Scarborough

John Kerry nearly pulls off a landmark nuclear deal with Iran, Fox News meshes medical opinion and talking points, and Joe Scarborough diagnoses Republican extremism.

S19 E38
#9
★ 6.8

Erik Prince

John Boehner and Paul Ryan face conservative backlash over the budget deal, "The Hunger Games" gets real, and Erik Prince shares details from his book, "Civilian Warriors".

S19 E45
#10
★ 6.8

Roger Ross Williams

A chemical spill leaves thousands without water in West Virginia, Bill de Blasio shames New York pizza, and Roger Ross Williams discusses "God Loves Uganda".

S19 E1
★ 6.4

Bill O'Reilly

Republicans threaten to shutter the government if their Obamacare demands go unmet, and Bill O'Reilly talks Syria and "Killing Jesus".

S19 E2
★ 7.2

David Mitchell

Fox News weathers the government shutdown, Jason Jones surveys Obamacare supporters and opponents, and David Mitchell discusses "The Reason I Jump".

S19 E3
★ 7.2

Sandra Bullock

Congressional Republicans show signs of shutdown remorse, Lewis Black sets his sights on Barilla Pasta, and Sandra Bullock talks zero-gravity projectile vomit.

S19 E4
★ 7.4

Kerry Washington

Fox News investigates the liberal shutdown, Smokey the Bear gets furloughed, Sam Bee interviews a rebellious Republican, and Kerry Washington discusses "Scandal".

S19 E5
★ 6.9

Kathleen Sebelius

Obamacare commences, Democratic incompetence battles Republican nihilism, and Kathleen Sebelius clarifies the finer points of the Affordable Care Act.

S19 E6
★ 7.3

Malala Yousafzai

Republicans deny responsibility for the shutdown and Malala Yousafzai talks fighting the Taliban.

S19 E7
★ 7.0

Michael Fassbender

Moderate Republicans remain in hiding and Michael Fassbender plays a really bad guy.

S19 E8
★ 6.9

Brian Jay Jones

A Medicaid expansion encounters Republican turbulence and Brian Jay Jones talks Jim Henson.

S19 E9
★ 6.8

Alan Greenspan

The government's health care technology sputters and Alan Greenspan reconsiders Wall Street.

S19 E10
★ 7.5

Malcolm Gladwell

Mainstream Republicans battle the Tea Party and Malcolm Gladwell discusses "David and Goliath".

S19 E11
★ 7.4

Charles Krauthammer

JP Morgan Chase reaches a settlement with the government and Charles Krauthammer talks health care.

S19 E12
★ 7.2

Chiwetel Ejiofor

Europe takes exception to America's attentions and Chiwetel Ejiofor turns out to be British.

S19 E13
★ 7.7

Nick Offerman

Congress rides to HealthCare.gov's rescue, and Nick Offerman discusses "Paddle Your Own Canoe".

S19 E14
★ 7.7

Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz

CNN asks the question that really matters and Debbie Wasserman Schultz champions Obamacare.

S19 E15
★ 7.3

Diane Ravitch

The NSA goes on the defensive and Diane Ravitch offers solutions to public school woes.

S19 E16
★ 7.6

Mark Fainaru-Wada

Kathleen Sebelius takes the rap for HealthCare.gov and Mark Fainaru-Wada talks "League of Denial".

S19 E17
★ 7.1

Bob Woodruff

Toronto's Mayor Rob Ford learns crack is wack, and Bob Woodruff raises money for vets.

S19 E18
★ 7.1

John Goodman

Toronto enables Rob Ford and John Goodman works with Garry Trudeau in "Alpha House".

S19 E19
★ 7.1

Monique Brinson Demery

Indecision 2013 concludes and Monique Brinson Demery talks "Finding the Dragon Lady".

S19 E20
★ 7.5

Patrick Stewart

A Second Rob Ford video emerges, NFL players defend Richie Incognito, Rand Paul is accused of plagiarism, and Patrick Stewart sheds light on his lobster costume.

S19 E21
★ 7.3

Doris Kearns Goodwin

"60 Minutes" acknowledges errors in its Benghazi report, Jason Jones motivates voters in Colorado, and Doris Kearns Goodwin talks "The Bully Pulpit".

S19 E22
★ 6.8

Joe Scarborough

John Kerry nearly pulls off a landmark nuclear deal with Iran, Fox News meshes medical opinion and talking points, and Joe Scarborough diagnoses Republican extremism.

S19 E23
★ 7.4

Key & Peele

The media struggles to identify racism, New York and Chicago share a not-so-polite disagreement, and Key and Peele detail their comedy beginnings.

S19 E24
★ 7.1

Geoffrey Rush

President Obama takes responsibility for the ACA's failings, Rob Ford appears before the Toronto city council, and Geoffrey Rush promotes "The Book Thief".

S19 E25
★ 7.4

Elizabeth Olsen

Obamacare suffers in comparison to Hurricane Katrina, Liz Cheney assumes her father's mantle, and Elizabeth Olsen shows how not to be a Hollywood mess.

S19 E26
★ 6.3

Bill Cosby

Toronto strips Rob Ford of his mayoral powers, Qatar constructs the country's largest steel vagina, and Bill Cosby talks "Far From Finished".

S19 E27
★ 7.3

Tom Brokaw

Peace is declared in the pizza war between New York and Chicago, a Republican legislator enjoys hip hop and cocaine, and Tom Brokaw remembers the day JFK was killed.

S19 E28
★ 7.1

Jennifer Lawrence

The Senate actually does something, Jessica Williams offers Black Friday shopping tips, and Jennifer Lawrence promotes "The Hunger Games: Catching Fire".

S19 E29
★ 7.0

Ian McKellen

The Obama administration fixes HealthCare.gov, Black Friday shoppers turn violent, Christian B&B owners reject a gay couple, and Ian McKellen discusses "The Hobbit".

S19 E30
★ 7.7

Jared Leto

Sarah Palin fights back in the war on Christmas, the RNC marks the end of racism in America, and Jared Leto returns to acting after a six-year hiatus.

S19 E31
★ 7.2

Jehane Noujaim

Corporations differ from people after all, Samantha Bee sheds light on shady, legal business practices, and Jehane Noujaim talks "The Square".

S19 E32
★ 7.2

Jorge Ramos

Fast food workers go on strike, John Hodgman warns of deranged millionaire flight from New York City, and Jorge Ramos predicts a Latino president.

S19 E33
★ 7.0

Husain Haqqani

The N.S.A. wiretaps the World of Warcraft, world leaders pay tribute to Nelson Mandela, and Husain Haqqani untangles Pakistani-U.S. relations.

S19 E34
★ 7.1

Amy Adams

Congress outdoes itself, Jason Jones embraces the art of gerrymandering, President Obama shakes hands with Raul Castro, and Amy Adams dishes on "American Hustle".

S19 E35
★ 7.4

Reza Aslan

Congress whips up a bipartisan budget agreement, Jason Jones refuses to abandon the budget battle, and Reza Aslan addresses the Iranian nuclear agreement.

S19 E36
★ 7.4

Evangeline Lilly

Fox News confirms Santa Claus's whiteness, Lewis Black finds the future underwhelming, and Evangeline Lilly discusses "The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug".

S19 E37
★ 7.3

Haifaa al-Mansour

Megyn Kelly clears up the white Santa misunderstanding, the media again spotlights a dangerous new trend, and Haifaa Al Mansour discusses the making of "Wadjda".

S19 E38
★ 6.8

Erik Prince

John Boehner and Paul Ryan face conservative backlash over the budget deal, "The Hunger Games" gets real, and Erik Prince shares details from his book, "Civilian Warriors".

S19 E39
★ 7.6

Steve Carell, Will Ferrell, David Koechner & Paul Rudd

Former E.P.A. official John Beale finally tells the truth, IKEA spies on its employees, and the stars of "Anchorman 2" cause a ruckus.

S19 E40
★ 7.6

Jonah Hill

The Queen gets angry, John Oliver says goodbye to the Daily Show, and "The Wolf of Wall Street" star Jonah Hill shares his deep admiration for Martin Scorsese.

S19 E41
★ 7.4

Oscar Isaac

Harsh winter conditions disprove global warming, the White House takes on the nuns, and "Inside Llewyn Davis" star Oscar Isaac remembers his punk rock roots.

S19 E42
★ 7.4

Steve Coogan

Colorado opens for recreational weed business, beer advertisers earn America's trust with snow bikini parties, and Steve Coogan discusses "Philomena".

S19 E43
★ 7.3

Richard Cordray

Chris Christie gets jammed by traffic, Aasif Mandvi learns about "brosurance", and Richard Cordray discusses the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.

S19 E44
★ 7.5

Scarlett Johansson

Long-term unemployment benefits lapse, Chris Christie addresses his role in the "Bridgegate" scandal, and Scarlett Johansson talks post-modern dating in "Her".

S19 E45
★ 6.8

Roger Ross Williams

A chemical spill leaves thousands without water in West Virginia, Bill de Blasio shames New York pizza, and Roger Ross Williams discusses "God Loves Uganda".

S19 E46
★ 7.0

Tim Gunn

New evidence emerges in Chris Christie's bridge scandal, Brit Hume decries America's feminization, The Fox Five is a love story, and Tim Gunn hosts "Under the Gunn".

S19 E47
★ 7.1

Robert Gates

Justin Bieber bothers his neighbors, Congress threatens to nuke a nuclear deal with Iran, and former Defense Secretary Robert Gates discusses his memoir, "Duty".

S19 E48
★ 7.3

Steven Brill

Women breach the glass ceiling, Utah and Oklahoma grapple with marriage equality, and Steven Brill weighs in on unreasonably high health care costs.

S19 E49
★ 7.0

Marilynne Roach

President Obama imposes self-enforced guidelines on secret government surveillance, bacon shortages haunt the Super Bowl, and Marilynne Roach explains the Salem witch trials.

S19 E50
★ 7.4

Theresa Payton

The 2014 Sochi Homophobic Olympics heats up, Jason Jones deals with untreated PTSD symptoms, and Theresa Payton talks "Privacy in the Age of Big Data."

S19 E51
★ 6.9

Hari Sreenivasan

Bob McDonnell fails to heed his own financial advice, the Christie administration runs afoul of Hoboken's mayor, and Hari Sreenivasan discusses the art of real news.

S19 E52
★ 7.0

Anjan Sundaram

A Syrian peace conference erupts in a word war, the world's billionaires descend on Davos to fight income inequality, and Anjan Sundaram explains "Stringer."

S19 E53
★ 6.4

Jeff Garlin

Andrew Cuomo offends Sean Hannity, Justin Bieber supplants real news, Ted Cruz knows who's to blame for the government shutdown, and Jeff Garlin talks "The Goldbergs."

S19 E54
★ 7.4

Louis C.K.

President Obama updates America on the State of the Union, Sam Bee investigates minimum wage protests, and Louis C.K. reveals details of his film, "Tomorrow Night".

S19 E55
★ 7.1

Johnny Knoxville

President Obama offends sensitive Republican souls by abandoning bipartisanship in his State of the Union, and Johnny Knoxville talks "Bad Grandpa."

S19 E56
★ 7.1

Nancy Pelosi

Atlanta shuts down following a massive two-inch blizzard, Justin Bieber and Rob Ford keep Canada in the news, and Nancy Pelosi talks government inefficiencies.

S19 E57
★ 7.0

Bill de Blasio

The Best F#@king News Team Ever surveys New York's winter snowscape, Chris Christie employs high school tactics, and Bill de Blasio addresses the pizza controversy.

S19 E58
★ 6.6

Elizabeth Banks

Bill O'Reilly interviews President Obama before the Super Bowl, China's lunar rover says goodbye, and Elizabeth Banks talks "The Lego Movie."

S19 E59
★ 7.2

George Clooney

Al Qaeda fights an insurgency within its insurgency, Jason Jones investigates conservative Super PAC spending in Iowa, and George Clooney talks "The Monuments Men."

S19 E60
★ 6.9

Robyn Doolittle

Fox News trumpets the CBO report's imaginary condemnation of Obamacare, Coca-Cola upsets American America, and Robyn Doolittle reveals the real Rob Ford.

S19 E61
★ 7.2

Ty Burrell

Jason Jones kicks off the Sochi Olympics in Moscow, an NFL prospect comes out as gay, and "Mr. Peabody & Sherman" star Ty Burrell reflects on working with Stephen Colbert.

S19 E62
★ 6.9

Elizabeth Kolbert

The Daily Show fills in for Bob Costas at the Olympics, Francois Hollande breaches state dinner etiquette, and Elizabeth Kolbert discusses "The Sixth Extinction."

S19 E63
★ 7.0

Joel Kinnaman

Jason Jones takes the pulse of gay Russia, Democrats prove they're not immune to political corruption, and Joel Kinnaman talks "RoboCop."

S19 E64
★ 7.5

Kevin Spacey

Another Florida man stands his ground against an unarmed black teenager, Republicans fight capitalism, and Kevin Spacey reveals the politics behind "House of Cards."

S19 E65
★ 6.8

David O. Russell

The Obama administration gets philosophical on drone policy, Jason Jones discovers an unlikely conservative wonderland, and David O. Russell talks "American Hustle."

S19 E66
★ 7.1

Ronan Farrow

Kansas Child-Hitting Law, Missouri Creationism Law, Food Recalls at Subway, Kraft and Hot Pockets, Ronan Farrow, "Ronan Farrow Daily"

S19 E67
★ 6.8

Hooman Majd

The Sochi Games come to a close, Jason Jones discovers an important Russian adage, Larry Wilmore defends Lincoln, and Hooman Majd talks about life in Iran.

S19 E68
★ 7.5

Michio Kaku

Ukrainians depose President Viktor Yanukovych, Mexican police apprehend a notorious drug lord, and physicist Michio Kaku talks "The Future of the Mind."

S19 E69
★ 7.1

Liam Neeson

Arizona preemptively fends off the gay agenda, Chuck Hagel announces cuts to American military spending, and Liam Neeson explains his beef with Bill de Blasio.

S19 E70
★ 6.8

Kevin Roose

The corruption of financial institutions is revealed, Al Madrigal explains some problems with Medicaid expansion, and Kevin Roose reflects on morose young Wall Street bankers.

S19 E71
★ 7.4

Seth MacFarlane

Russian forces threaten to storm Ukranian bases, Jordan Klepper reports from Crimea, and Seth MacFarlane novelizes "A Million Ways to Die in the West."

S19 E72
★ 6.9

Jim DeMint

Fox News fixates on food stamps, Jessica Williams discovers racism in surprising places, and Jim DeMint discusses "Falling in Love with America Again."

S19 E73
★ 7.2

Rachel Maddow

Senate shamefully rejects a veteran benefits bill, Hamid Karzai criticizes American presence in Afghanistan, and Rachel Maddow revisits the Iraq War in "Why We Did It."

S19 E74
★ 7.8

Kimberly Marten

Vladimir Putin embraces his own geopolitical propaganda, Aasif Mandvi discovers third world health care in America, and Kimberly Marten discusses the growing Crimean crisis.

S19 E75
★ 6.8

Paul Taylor

Conservatives search for a presidential hopeful at CPAC, Pope Francis' papacy turns one, and Paul Taylor discusses millennials in his book "The Next America."

S19 E76
★ 7.6

Andrew Napolitano

America scrutinizes Vladimir Putin closely as Russia exerts control in Crimea, and Andrew Napolitano gives a lengthy defense of his views on Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War.

S19 E77
★ 7.4

Jason Bateman

Jordan Klepper denies CIA interference in the Senate's torture investigation, Samantha Bee discovers Medicare covers penis pumps, and Jason Bateman learns Yiddish.

S19 E78
★ 7.4

Anita Hill

Fox News gives some math lessons on welfare spending, Mitch McConnell's campaign gives rise to the game #McConnelling, and Anita Hill is the subject of a new documentary.

S19 E79
★ 7.4

Arianna Huffington

Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 disappears mysteriously, Surgeon General nominee Dr. Vivek Murthy faces opposition, and Arianna Huffington redefines success in "Thrive."

S19 E80
★ 7.4

Amy Yates Wuelfing & Gibby Haynes

Russia annexes Crimea despite international scorn, the Mitch McConnell game continues with #meconnelling, and Amy Yates Wuelfing and Gibby Haynes fondly remember City Gardens.

S19 E81
★ 7.2

Jude Law

Jordan Klepper promotes biblical health care, Samantha Bee finds family with the cast of "Morning Joe", and Jude Law discusses getting into character for "Dom Hemingway."

S19 E82
★ 7.4

Nate Silver

Kristen Schaal offers marriage advice to young women, Aasif Mandvi investigates the impacts of fracking, and Nate Silver discusses his website "FiveThirtyEight.com".

S19 E83
★ 7.6

Peter Dinklage

Governor Chris Christie's own investigation exonerates him, corruption scandals emerge nationwide, and Peter Dinklage shares his admiration for a Croatian security guard.

S19 E84
★ 7.8

Michael Lewis

CNN desperately struggles to fill its news cycle with Flight 370 developments, and Michael Lewis discusses the Wall Street corruption detailed in his book "Flash Boys."

S19 E85
★ 7.3

Samuel L. Jackson

General Motors takes its sweet time recalling a deadly part, John Hodgman gets into offshore banking, and Samuel L. Jackson shares how cool it is to film action movies.

S19 E86
★ 7.6

Pelé

Aasif Mandvi reports on a Supreme Court ruling that gives wealthy Americans a stronger voice in politics, and Pele shares some highlights from his momentous soccer career.

S19 E87
★ 7.3

Matt Taibbi

The leaders of the Bush Administration defend their legacy, Afghan voters overcome immense obstacles, and author Matt Taibbi talks justice and the wealth gap in "The Divide."

S19 E88
★ 7.4

Denis Leary

Al Madrigal tackles the liberal Latino media bias regarding Obamacare, "Noah" disappoints certain moviegoers, and Denis Leary shares his hairstyle choices for "Draft Day."

S19 E89
★ 7.8

Colin Firth

Samantha Bee fears Putin is plotting to invade Brooklyn, Fox News covers spring break festivities, and Colin Firth discusses his role in "The Railway Man."

S19 E90
★ 7.4

Jennifer Garner

Stephen Colbert makes an exciting career move, college athletes struggle to unionize, and Jennifer Garner shares Kevin Costner's off-set activities while filming "Draft Day."

S19 E91
★ 7.6

Gina McCarthy

Cliven Bundy fights for his lawless ranching practices, Putin remains dishonest about Russia's involvement in Ukraine, and Gina McCarthy discusses being EPA administrator.

S19 E92
★ 7.5

Elizabeth Warren

Women in politics continue to face sexist double standards, and Senator Elizabeth Warren discusses "A Fighting Chance" and the need for political reform.

S19 E93
★ 7.5

Robin Roberts

Sean Hannity contradicts his own beliefs, Stephen Colbert decides to end his show, and Robin Roberts shares her struggles with breast cancer.

S19 E94
★ 7.4

Ramachandra Guha

CNN receives advice on how to report properly, John Oliver discusses his post-correspondent life, and Ramachandra Guha shares Gandhi's early political influences.

S19 E95
★ 7.3

Mookie Wilson

Diverse forms of racial discrimination hit the media, Larry Wilmore explains how to tackle racism in America, and Mookie Wilson discusses team relationships in sports.

S19 E96
★ 7.2

William D. Cohan

Sarah Palin gives a speech at the NRA convention, Jordan Klepper reports on low-cost legal aid for gun users, and William D. Cohan discusses the Duke lacrosse scandal.

S19 E97
★ 7.0

Martin Gilens & Benjamin Page

Controversies hit several government agencies, Rep. Michael Grimm faces fraud charges, and Martin Gilens and Benjamin Page take an empirical look at politics and corruption.

S19 E98
★ 7.3

David Spade

Bill O'Reilly complains about Beyonce's sexiness, crack-smoking Toronto Mayor Rob Ford checks into rehab, and David Spade reminds himself that he does stand-up.

S19 E99
★ 7.1

Mariano Rivera

News about the Benghazi investigation sparks outrage from Fox News, Jordan Klepper covers the South Carolina primaries, and Mariano Rivera discusses his baseball career.

S19 E100
★ 7.8

Peter Schuck

Samantha Bee defends the real victims of the financial crisis, lesbians face discrimination during major life events, and Peter Schuck describes effective public policy.

S19 E101
★ 7.1

Seth Rogen

Rumors about 2016 presidential hopefuls start circulating, Jordan Klepper reports on the disastrous effects of a chemical spill, and Seth Rogen chats about "Neighbors."

S19 E102
★ 7.4

Katie Couric

The New York Senate engages in a spirited debate about yogurt, John Hodgman considers acquiring the Los Angeles Clippers, and Katie Couric discusses the obesity epidemic.

S19 E103
★ 7.6

Martin Blaser

A terrorist group abducts hundreds of Nigerian schoolgirls, Donald Sterling apologizes for his racist remarks, and Martin Blaser warns against the overuse of antibiotics.

S19 E104
★ 7.4

Ron Suskind

Harry Reid takes on the Koch brothers, Hillary Clinton's health scare inspires a #Brainghazi conspiracy, and "Life, Animated" author Ron Suskind talks about autism.

S19 E105
★ 7.5

Blondie

The media searches for the reason why Solange Knowles attacked Jay Z in an elevator, Lewis Black considers cloning himself, and Blondie celebrates their 40th anniversary.

S19 E106
★ 7.3

Jim Parsons

India holds elections for prime minister, aging incumbents continue to run for Congress, and Jim Parsons discusses AIDS activism and "The Normal Heart."

S19 E107
★ 7.8

James McAvoy

The V.A. continues to mismanage veterans' health care, Jason Jones compares democracy in India and America, and James McAvoy chats about "X-Men: Days of Future Past."

S19 E108
★ 7.8

Aneesh Chopra

Chipotle bans guns in its restaurants, Phillies manager Ryne Sandberg eats a bad burger at a Mets game, and Aneesh Chopra discusses technology in government.

S19 E109
★ 7.1

Timothy Geithner

Mitch McConnell defeats the Tea Party in Kentucky's Republican primary, Jason Jones explores India's media, and Timothy Geithner defends the handling of the financial crisis.

S19 E110
★ 7.4

Drew Barrymore

America upholds a long tradition of mistreating its veterans, Jason Jones attempts to interview India's new prime minister, and Drew Barrymore talks about filming "Blended."

S19 E111
★ 7.4

Robert De Niro

Egypt's popular satirical news show ends abruptly, Samantha Bee discovers a dangerous epidemic of stupidity, and Robert De Niro remembers his father's artwork.

S19 E112
★ 8.1

Ricky Gervais

Controversy quickly shatters the happy news of a P.O.W.'s return home, Herman Cain considers the presidential race, and Ricky Gervais shares his conditions for an ideal death.

S19 E113
★ 7.4

Gigi Ibrahim

Michael Che joins the Best F#@king News Team Ever, Republicans hold steadfast to their myopic views, and Gigi Ibrahim discusses the revolutionary movement in Egypt.

S19 E114
★ 7.5

Tom Cruise

Gun rights activists in Texas start carrying rifles in public, Michael Che and Jordan Klepper give tips on proper gun etiquette, and Tom Cruise chats about "Edge of Tomorrow."

S19 E115
★ 7.5

Philip K. Howard

Fox News gets worked up over a beard, Jason Jones and Jessica Williams report on the Bowe Bergdahl controversy, and Philip K. Howard discusses government paralysis.

S19 E116
★ 7.1

Sebastian Junger

Congress scrutinizes the V.A. for its ongoing failures, Jordan Klepper investigates how unionizing would affect college athletes, and Sebastian Junger discusses "Korengal."

S19 E117
★ 7.2

Senator Charles Schumer

Eric Cantor loses his primary election in a surprising upset, a Connecticut boy accidently brings a grenade to school, and Charles Schumer shares some news from Washington.

S19 E118
★ 7.4

Christopher Walken

The militant group ISIS overruns much of Iraq, Jason Jones delves into the world of Google Glass users, and Christopher Walken discusses "Jersey Boys."

S19 E119
★ 7.0

Howard Schultz

Iraq War supporters go on a reunion tour, America has conflicting feelings about Iran and Saudi Arabia, and Howard Schultz shares some exciting news about Starbucks.

S19 E120
★ 7.0

Daniel Schulman

Texas Republicans try to "cure" gay people with reparative therapy, Donald Trump clashes with Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel, and Daniel Schulman discusses "Sons of Wichita."

S19 E121
★ 7.6

Kevin Hart

CNN and Fox News interview Hillary Clinton on the same day, Al Madrigal investigates chicken boxing, and "Think Like a Man Too" star Kevin Hart talks about hosting "WWE Raw."

S19 E122
★ 7.5

Hamid Al-Bayati

The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office revokes the Redskins' trademark, Republicans find new ways to deny climate change, and Hamid Al-Bayati discusses the crisis in Iraq.

S19 E123
★ 7.4

Bill Maher

President Obama sends military advisors to Iraq, an Egyptian court convicts three well-respected journalists, and Bill Maher talks politics and the New York Mets.

S19 E124
★ 7.6

Jennifer Esposito

The IRS struggles with proper recordkeeping, Hillary Clinton and Joe Biden drum up support, and Jennifer Esposito discusses her book, "Jennifer's Way."

S19 E125
★ 7.1

Keira Knightley

Two aging incumbents win re-election, Jordan Klepper and Jessica Williams share campus safety do's and don'ts, and Keira Knightley describes singing in "Begin Again."

S19 E126
★ 7.5

Melissa McCarthy

Republicans spout incongruous domestic and foreign policy ideas, Samantha Bee reports on child labor in the U.S., and Melissa McCarthy discusses her film "Tammy."

S19 E127
★ 7.1

Dahlia Lithwick

Numerous global crises emerge during summer vacation, Jessica Williams and Jason Jones report on the Hobby Lobby case, and Dahlia Lithwick discusses the Supreme Court.

S19 E128
★ 7.0

Hillary Clinton

Thousands of child immigrants flee to America in search of a better life, and Hillary Clinton discusses her experiences as Secretary of State and her memoir, "Hard Choices."

S19 E129
★ 7.5

Jerry Seinfeld

The federal Highway Trust Fund runs dry, an "anonymous" informant reveals the CIA's cafeteria secrets, and Jerry Seinfeld talks about "Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee."

S19 E130
★ 6.8

Emma Stone

Republicans seek to impeach Barack Obama, Jessica Williams investigates an Army regulation that targets black women, and Emma Stone chats about "Magic in the Moonlight."

S19 E131
★ 7.4

Sue Turton

International tensions escalate after Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 is shot down over Ukraine, and Sue Turton discusses the Egyptian trial of several Al Jazeera journalists.

S19 E132
★ 7.5

Richard Linklater

Rupert Murdoch decides that he wants to own Time Warner, Jordan Klepper interviews the victims of civil forfeiture, and Richard Linklater discusses his film "Boyhood."

S19 E133
★ 7.0

George Takei

A court ruling deals Obamacare a heavy blow, the summer news cycle needs more scandals and animal attacks, and George Takei discusses the documentary "To Be Takei."

S19 E134
★ 6.9

Fareed Zakaria

Gov. Andrew Cuomo tackles corruption everywhere but in his own office, a Japanese artist commits an unusual crime, and Fareed Zakaria discusses diplomacy in a changing world.

S19 E135
★ 7.1

Sonia Nazario

A Times Square photo op goes awry, global leaders struggle to broker peace in the Middle East, and Sonia Nazario discusses "Enrique's Journey."

S19 E136
★ 7.0

Sara Firth

The U.S. helps arm several countries in the Middle East, the LetsBuyCNN.com Kickstarter campaign is a success, and Sara Firth discusses her decision to leave RT.

S19 E137
★ 7.1

Maggie Gyllenhaal

Corporations throw tantrums and move to Europe, Jordan Klepper reports on hard-hitting journalism in a digital world, and Maggie Gyllenhaal discusses "The Honorable Woman."

S19 E138
★ 7.4

Aubrey Plaza

Congress spends the time before summer recess deciding to sue President Obama, Jason Jones tries to stop supporting the NFL, and Aubrey Plaza discusses "Life After Beth."

S19 E139
★ 7.0

Elisabeth Moss

The child immigration crisis continues, Jordan Klepper explains the ethics of border smugglers, and Elisabeth Moss discusses "The One I Love."

S19 E140
★ 6.7

Helen Thorpe

Jessica Williams does some dubious health reporting, Michael Che investigates a particular kind of brand-name loyalty, and Helen Thorpe discusses her book "Soldier Girls."

S19 E141
★ 6.8

Wu-Tang Clan

Republicans battle it out in the Kansas and Kentucky primaries, Jordan Klepper shows off his rap skills, and Wu-Tang Clan performs "Ron O'Neal" and "Triumph."

S19 E142
★ 6.4

Tracy Droz Tragos

Former Governor Bob McDonnell and his wife face corruption charges, Rand Paul begins to act like a presidential candidate, and Tracy Droz Tragos discusses "Rich Hill."

S19 E143
★ 7.5

David Rose

A police officer shoots an unarmed black teenager in Missouri, Michael Che flees Earth to avoid discrimination, and David Rose discusses his book "Enchanted Objects."

S19 E144
★ 7.3

Hassan Abbas

ISIS looks to establish a caliphate, Samantha Bee comes up with ways for Michael Sam to succeed in the NFL, and Hassan Abbas discusses "The Taliban Revival."

S19 E145
★ 7.3

Todd Glass

Rick Perry is indicted on two felony counts, Jason Jones examines Germany and America's friendship, and Todd Glass discusses his book "The Todd Glass Situation."

S19 E146
★ 7.4

Ramita Navai

Jessica Williams addresses a catcaller, former House Majority Leader Eric Cantor finds a new job, and Ramita Navai discusses her book "City of Lies."

S19 E147
★ 7.4

Rory Kennedy

Jordan Klepper bares it all in the wake of a hacking scandal, conflict between Russia and Ukraine continues, and Rory Kennedy discusses her documentary "Last Days in Vietnam."

S19 E148
★ 7.5

Adam Levine

Campaign ads for the midterm elections roll out, Michael Che investigates a potential children's invasion of the U.S., and Adam Levine discusses Maroon 5's album "V."

S19 E149
★ 7.4

Kirsten Gillibrand

ISIS inspires an unexpected reunion, and Senator Kirsten Gillibrand describes the struggles women face in her book "Off the Sidelines: Raise Your Voice, Change the World."

S19 E150
★ 7.4

Ban Ki-moon

The NFL suspends Ray Rice indefinitely, Scotland considers breaking away from the U.K., and U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon discusses the state of the world.

S19 E151
★ 7.6

Tavis Smiley

President Obama delivers a speech about ISIS, Jordan Klepper becomes an Obamacare critic, and Tavis Smiley discusses "Death of a King."

S19 E152
★ 7.5

Ken Burns

President Obama gathers a coalition to fight ISIS, Samantha Bee explains Senator Lindsey Graham's paranoia, and Ken Burns discusses "The Roosevelts: An Intimate History."

S19 E153
★ 7.5

Bill Hader

Hillary Clinton remains secretive about her intentions for 2016, Michael Che takes on the pharmaceutical industry, and Bill Hader discusses his movie "The Skeleton Twins."

S19 E154
★ 7.4

Zephyr Teachout

The NFL struggles with its image after several cases of domestic abuse emerge, Ebola poses a greater threat than ISIS, and Zephyr Teachout discusses "Corruption in America."

S19 E155
★ 7.1

Bill Clinton

Joe Biden's word choices jeopardize his election hopes, The Best F#@king News Team Ever says goodbye to Michael Che, and Bill Clinton discusses the Clinton Global Initiative.

S19 E156
★ 7.5

Jenny Nordberg

New York City hosts a historic climate change march, Jason Jones pilfers an outfit from the White House, and Jenny Nordberg discusses "The Underground Girls of Kabul."

S19 E157
★ 7.4

Tony Zinni

Jessica Williams reports on the terrorist supergroups that could replace ISIS and the Khorasan Group, and General Tony Zinni discusses "Before the First Shots Are Fired."

S19 E158
★ 7.5

Tia Torres

Samantha Bee campaigns for office on her home planet, the Chinese company Alibaba debuts on Wall Street, and Tia Torres discusses "Pit Bulls & Parolees."

S19 E159
★ 7.7

Steven Johnson

The media fixates on President Obama's "latte salute," Jason Jones speaks with activists protesting the Redskins' name, and Steven Johnson discusses "How We Got to Now."

Season Average Rating Episodes Best Episode Worst Episode Rating Range
20 ★ 7.3 142
★ 9.4 Jon Stewart's Final Episode
★ 6.3 Amy Schumer
19 ★ 7.3 159
★ 8.1 Ricky Gervais
★ 6.3 Bill Cosby
18 ★ 6.9 147
★ 7.6 Bassem Youssef
★ 5.3 Ben Affleck
15 ★ 6.8 1
★ 6.8 Jennifer Aniston
★ 6.8 Jennifer Aniston
29 ★ 6.6 9
★ 7.0 October 10, 2024 - Eric Idle
★ 6.1 February 22, 2024 - Jason Isbell
22 ★ 6.4 159
★ 8.0 Tomi Lahren
★ 4.3 Robert Sapolsky
21 ★ 6.3 161
★ 7.5 Jon Stewart
★ 5.3 Lilly Singh
16 ★ 6.1 1
★ 6.1 Jennifer Aniston
★ 6.1 Jennifer Aniston
23 ★ 6.0 120
★ 7.4 Tiffany Haddish
★ 4.9 Liz Claman
27 ★ 5.7 137
★ 6.5 Elliot Page
★ 4.2 Evan Rachel Wood
26 ★ 5.3 32
★ 5.8 September 30, 2020 - Al Sharpton & John Cena
★ 4.5 Selma van de Perre
28 ★ 4.6 15
★ 7.2 December 8, 2022 - Neal Brennan
★ 2.6 November 28, 2022 - Will Smith