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★ 8.3
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Overall Rating

★ 8.3
S26 E3
#1
★ 5.8

September 30, 2020 - Al Sharpton & John Cena

Desi Lydic and Ronny Chieng provide coaching during the first presidential debate, Al Sharpton discusses his book "Rise Up," and John Cena talks about his book "Elbow Grease: Fast Friends."

S26 E5
#2
★ 5.8

October 5, 2020 - Jason Momoa & Kat Graham

S26 E95
#3
★ 5.6

Michelle Zauner

Trevor highlights the GOP's ouster of Rep. Liz Cheney, Jordan Klepper examines a wild 2020 election audit in Arizona, and musician Michelle Zauner discusses her book "Crying in H Mart."

S26 E98
#4
★ 5.6

Salima Koroma

Restaurants have trouble hiring new employees, Roy Wood Jr. highlights the history of Black leaders of America's labor movement, and Salima Koroma discusses her documentary "Dreamland."

S26 E103
#5
★ 5.6

Yvonne Orji

Trevor examines America's crumbling water infrastructure, Michael Kosta and Roy Wood Jr. cover summer sports news, and comedian Yvonne Orji discusses "Bamboozled by Jesus" and "Insecure."

S26 E107
#6
★ 5.6

Ashley C. Ford & Sam Jay

Trevor examines the history of racial discrimination against Black farmers, author Ashley C. Ford discusses "Somebody's Daughter," and Sam Jay talks about "PAUSE with Sam Jay."

S26 E97
#7
★ 5.5

Sharon Stone

The CDC's change in COVID-19 mask guidelines creates an uproar, Ronny Chieng learns about the value of NFTs, and Sharon Stone discusses her book "The Beauty of Living Twice."

S26 E99
#8
★ 5.5

Barry Jenkins & Logan Paul

The GOP tries to derail an investigation of the Capitol insurrection, filmmaker Barry Jenkins discusses "The Underground Railroad," and Logan Paul talks about "Mayweather Vs. Paul."

S26 E100
#9
★ 5.5

Jeremy Lin

The pandemic creates a Zoom dysmorphia crisis, Roy Wood Jr. talks to attorney Steven Donziger about his battle with Chevron, and NBA star Jeremy Lin discusses his mental health advocacy.

S26 E4
#10
★ 5.4

October 1, 2020 - Mariah Carey

S26 E91
#1
★ 4.5

Selma van de Perre

Trevor covers a debate over teaching about racism in U.S. schools, Jaboukie Young-White gives tips on adjusting to post-pandemic life, and Selma van de Perre discusses "My Name Is Selma."

S26 E1
#2
★ 4.8

September 28, 2020 - Jane Goodall

The New York Times publishes a major report on President Trump’s taxes, Roy Wood Jr. examines voting rights for Florida’s ex-felons, and Dr. Jane Goodall discusses chimps and climate change.

S26 E81
#3
★ 5.0

Miguel

S26 E2
#4
★ 5.1

September 29, 2020 - Misty Copeland

Trevor dives into California’s wildfire crisis, Ronny Chieng talks to Philippe Reines about his 2016 role as Donald Trump in mock debates, and dancer Misty Copeland discusses “Bunheads.”

S26 E83
#5
★ 5.1

Elizabeth Nyamayaro & Issa Rae

S26 E84
#6
★ 5.1

Skye Fitzgerald

S26 E85
#7
★ 5.1

Vic Mensa

Trevor covers the latest coronavirus news, Michael Kosta takes a close look at the measurement unit of feet in the U.S., and rapper Vic Mensa talks about activism and his EP “I Tape.”

S26 E82
#8
★ 5.2

Katherine Maher & Travon Free

S26 E86
#9
★ 5.2

Tarana Burke & Brené Brown

The CDC rolls out relaxed COVID-19 guidelines for mask-wearing, Dulce Sloane gives unsung women rappers their due, and Tarana Burke and Dr. Brene Brown discuss "You Are Your Best Thing."

S26 E88
#10
★ 5.2

Mazie K. Hirono & George Lopez

President Biden unveils a major agenda during a speech before Congress, Sen. Mazie K. Hirono discusses her book “Heart of Fire,” and George Lopez talks about his film “Walking with Herb.”

S26 E1
★ 4.8

September 28, 2020 - Jane Goodall

The New York Times publishes a major report on President Trump’s taxes, Roy Wood Jr. examines voting rights for Florida’s ex-felons, and Dr. Jane Goodall discusses chimps and climate change.

S26 E2
★ 5.1

September 29, 2020 - Misty Copeland

Trevor dives into California’s wildfire crisis, Ronny Chieng talks to Philippe Reines about his 2016 role as Donald Trump in mock debates, and dancer Misty Copeland discusses “Bunheads.”

S26 E3
★ 5.8

September 30, 2020 - Al Sharpton & John Cena

Desi Lydic and Ronny Chieng provide coaching during the first presidential debate, Al Sharpton discusses his book "Rise Up," and John Cena talks about his book "Elbow Grease: Fast Friends."

S26 E4
★ 5.4

October 1, 2020 - Mariah Carey

S26 E5
★ 5.8

October 5, 2020 - Jason Momoa & Kat Graham

S26 E81
★ 5.0

Miguel

S26 E82
★ 5.2

Katherine Maher & Travon Free

S26 E83
★ 5.1

Elizabeth Nyamayaro & Issa Rae

S26 E84
★ 5.1

Skye Fitzgerald

S26 E85
★ 5.1

Vic Mensa

Trevor covers the latest coronavirus news, Michael Kosta takes a close look at the measurement unit of feet in the U.S., and rapper Vic Mensa talks about activism and his EP “I Tape.”

S26 E86
★ 5.2

Tarana Burke & Brené Brown

The CDC rolls out relaxed COVID-19 guidelines for mask-wearing, Dulce Sloane gives unsung women rappers their due, and Tarana Burke and Dr. Brene Brown discuss "You Are Your Best Thing."

S26 E87
★ 5.4

Anthony Mackie

Fox News pundits spread wild myths about President Biden, Roy Wood Jr. delivers his annual State of Black S**t address, and Anthony Mackie discusses “The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.”

S26 E88
★ 5.2

Mazie K. Hirono & George Lopez

President Biden unveils a major agenda during a speech before Congress, Sen. Mazie K. Hirono discusses her book “Heart of Fire,” and George Lopez talks about his film “Walking with Herb.”

S26 E90
★ 5.3

Elizabeth Warren

Trevor serves up some uplifting news for the pandemic era, The Daily Show explores the revolting life story of Senator Ted Cruz, and Senator Elizabeth Warren discusses her book "Persist."

S26 E91
★ 4.5

Selma van de Perre

Trevor covers a debate over teaching about racism in U.S. schools, Jaboukie Young-White gives tips on adjusting to post-pandemic life, and Selma van de Perre discusses "My Name Is Selma."

S26 E92
★ 5.4

Alex Gibney & Sara Bareilles

Desi Lydic shares her pandemic-era Mother’s Day wish, Alex Gibney discusses his documentary “The Crime of the Century,” and Sara Bareilles talks about “Girls5Eva” and “Amidst the Chaos.”

S26 E93
★ 5.2

Ian Manuel & Candace Parker

California Gov. Gavin Newsom faces a wild recall race, Ian Manuel discusses his memoir "My Time Will Come," and WNBA star Candace Parker talks about her return to the Chicago Sky.

S26 E94
★ 5.3

J Balvin

Trevor examines the escalating Israel-Palestine conflict, Michael Kosta talks to New Yorkers about their city's mayoral race, and Reggaeton star J Balvin discusses "The Boy From Medellin."

S26 E95
★ 5.6

Michelle Zauner

Trevor highlights the GOP's ouster of Rep. Liz Cheney, Jordan Klepper examines a wild 2020 election audit in Arizona, and musician Michelle Zauner discusses her book "Crying in H Mart."

S26 E96
★ 5.4

Frank Luntz & Thuso Mbedu

Ransomware attacks pose a growing threat to the U.S., Frank Luntz discusses getting people vaccinated via the power of language, and actor Thuso Mbedu talks about “The Underground Railroad.”

S26 E97
★ 5.5

Sharon Stone

The CDC's change in COVID-19 mask guidelines creates an uproar, Ronny Chieng learns about the value of NFTs, and Sharon Stone discusses her book "The Beauty of Living Twice."

S26 E98
★ 5.6

Salima Koroma

Restaurants have trouble hiring new employees, Roy Wood Jr. highlights the history of Black leaders of America's labor movement, and Salima Koroma discusses her documentary "Dreamland."

S26 E99
★ 5.5

Barry Jenkins & Logan Paul

The GOP tries to derail an investigation of the Capitol insurrection, filmmaker Barry Jenkins discusses "The Underground Railroad," and Logan Paul talks about "Mayweather Vs. Paul."

S26 E100
★ 5.5

Jeremy Lin

The pandemic creates a Zoom dysmorphia crisis, Roy Wood Jr. talks to attorney Steven Donziger about his battle with Chevron, and NBA star Jeremy Lin discusses his mental health advocacy.

S26 E101
★ 5.4

Indya Moore

The coronavirus vaccination rate faces a snag in the U.S., Ronny Chieng gives a lecture on shady creative writing for the internet, and actor Indya Moore talks about their series "Pose."

S26 E102
★ 5.2

Gina Yashere & Chris Bosh

Bitcoin cryptocurrency gets beleaguered on many fronts, comedian Gina Yashere talks "Cack-Handed" and "Bob Hearts Abishola," and NBA legend Chris Bosh discusses "Letters to a Young Athlete."

S26 E103
★ 5.6

Yvonne Orji

Trevor examines America's crumbling water infrastructure, Michael Kosta and Roy Wood Jr. cover summer sports news, and comedian Yvonne Orji discusses "Bamboozled by Jesus" and "Insecure."

S26 E104
★ 5.4

Nick Kolcheff & Anthony Ramos

Violence spikes as Americans emerge from lockdown, gamer Nick Kolcheff talks about FaZe Clan and e-sports, and actor and singer Anthony Ramos discusses “In the Heights” and “Love and Lies.”

S26 E105
★ 5.4

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

World leaders welcome President Biden to the G7 summit with open arms, Ronny Chieng dissects America’s outrage addiction, and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar discusses “Fight the Power.”

S26 E106
★ 5.3

Christian Pulisic & Lin-Manuel Miranda

Chrissy Teigen apologizes for cyberbullying, soccer star Christian Pulisic talks about his championship wins, and Lin-Manuel Miranda discusses his book "In the Heights: Finding Home."

S26 E107
★ 5.6

Ashley C. Ford & Sam Jay

Trevor examines the history of racial discrimination against Black farmers, author Ashley C. Ford discusses "Somebody's Daughter," and Sam Jay talks about "PAUSE with Sam Jay."

S26 E108
★ 5.2

Mary J. Blige

Trevor explores the impact of streaming on the music industry, Jordan Klepper attends the MAGA Frank Rally organized by Mike Lindell, and Mary J. Blige discusses “Mary J. Blige’s My Life.”

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