Last Week Tonight with John Oliver

ICE⁩

John Oliver discusses ICE's repeated atrocities over the past months and explores the massive entity overseeing it: Homeland Security.

Epstein Files & Twitter

John Oliver discusses former Prince Andrew's arrest and why the Epstein files are causing political unrest in the UK. Then, how an already flawed Twitter got worse under Elon Musk, and why Donald Trump needs to tell the American people whether or not ants have dicks. You read that right. If he was a real leader he'd get in the White House garden and get to the bottom of this.

Trump 2.0

John Oliver discusses the first four weeks of Donald Trump's second term as president, the strategy behind some of the choices his administration has made and why it is indeed fuck time. You heard us: It's fuck time.

Facebook

John Oliver discusses Facebook's controversial new plans for content moderation and which Animorphs he would and would not kill with his car.

Tipping

John Oliver discusses tipping, why it's more complicated and fraught than you might realize, how we can address some of the issues surrounding it, and whether or not he deserves 25% at the end of this story.

ICE Detention Facilities

John Oliver discusses Donald Trump's address to Congress, why Republicans have been having a rough time at town halls, the reality of ICE detention facilities, and one very special establishment in Maine.

Sports Betting

John Oliver discusses sports betting, how it became so popular, why it can be so damaging, and – of course – how toned John's shoulders are. Very toned. According to him.

Tasers

John Oliver discusses whether Tasers are as safe and effective as the company that makes them claims, the broader effect Tasers have had on policing, and why you shouldn't test Tasers out on any of your family members. You'd think that goes without saying, but clearly it doesn't. 

Trans Athletes

John Oliver discusses Donald Trump's sweeping new set of tariffs and why trans athletes seem to be at the center of U.S. politics.

Trump & Tariffs

John Oliver discusses the ongoing chaos surrounding Donald Trump and tariffs, why the past week could have lasting repercussions, and why your grandma might be looking to start an OnlyFans. 

Health Agency Cuts

John Oliver discusses the budget and staffing cuts being made to public health agencies in the U.S. under RFK Jr.'s new leadership, the many ways those cuts will impact all of us, and how WWII really ended. Trust us, it's not how you think.

Deportations

John Oliver discusses the recent deportations by the Trump administration, the conditions in the facility people are being sent to abroad, and why even Henry Winkler could be in danger of being expelled from the U.S. Yeah, even national treasure Henry Winkler.

Alliance Defending Freedom

John Oliver takes a look at the Alliance Defending Freedom – the legal organization behind several landmark Supreme Court cases, including the Dobbs case that overturned Roe v. Wade. Plus, a five-star book review of a one-star book.

Trump and the Press

John Oliver discusses how Donald Trump is attempting to reshape coverage of him in the press, how he's using his power to threaten media outlets he doesn't agree with, why this signals a slide toward authoritarianism for the U.S., and whether or not you guys can also see this twink we're pretty sure is a ghost. Seriously. We are so scared.

Air Traffic Control

John Oliver discusses the working conditions of air traffic controllers, why those conditions are impacting us all, and – for those under 30 – what a "floppy disk" is.

Med Spas

John Oliver discusses the rapid growth of med spas in the U.S., who is performing medical procedures inside them, where their injectables are coming from, how an overall lack of regulation is harming consumers, and why it's ok to want a salmon sperm facial.

Juvenile Justice

John Oliver discusses how the U.S. incarcerates kids at a higher rate than other nations, the facilities those kids are being funneled into, and how John feels about word searches. Strongly. He feels strongly about word searches.

AI Slop

John touches on the dangerous state we are in with Trump teetering on the edge of another US attack on the Middle East - and Republicans arguing with each other over whether to bomb Iran.The main focus is on all the junk images, videos and other crappy content being pumped out endlessly by AI and how it is turning people off of the internet and stealing content from actual creators.

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act

John Oliver discusses Donald Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill," what will happen if it's passed, and what it has in common with Apple's Terms and Conditions.

Gang Databases

John Oliver discusses the massive problems caused by gang databases, how people wind up on them, and why nobody looks good in lime green.

Deferred Prosecution Agreements

John Oliver discusses deferred prosecution agreements, how they're helping corporations sweep serious crimes under the rug, and why John has always said you should just let the government cum. Hey, look at us. You don't need context. Just let them.

Immigration Enforcement

John Oliver discusses the Trump administration's promise to deport one million immigrants, what the follow through on that promise looks like in practice, what the actual rules are about masked police arresting civilians across the country, and some stuff about filmmaker Dean Cain. It's ok, you can Google him, we don't expect you to recognize the name.

Make America Healthy Again

John Oliver discusses the "Make America Healthy Again" movement, what they have and haven't accomplished so far, and whether or not water could've done anything to stop Hitler. Ya, you read that right. Water was a bystander. And it can read. You'll see.

Trump vs. Higher Education

John Oliver discusses Donald Trump's war on higher education, the history of right-wing attacks on what universities research and teach, and how a weird little tree frog might – might! – just save us all.

Jimmy Kimmel & the FCC

John Oliver discusses ABC's move to pull Jimmy Kimmel off the air, what it has to do with Brendan Carr and the FCC, what it means for free speech in the United States, and which broadcasting giant should open an Italian restaurant. Ok fine: it's Tegna. With a name like "Tegna" you've just gotta serve complimentary garlic knots. End of discussion.

Netanyahu

John Oliver discusses Benjamin Netanyahu's grip on power in Israel, why he's allied with some of the most extreme voices in his country today, and finally, a summary of one iconic meltdown we think TikTok is gonna wanna revisit.

Presidential Libraries

John Oliver discusses what presidential libraries are exactly, how presidents use them to fundraise in office, how Donald Trump might make existing problems even worse and – of course – some stuff about one president's unique inseam.

Bari Weiss

John Oliver discusses the Paramount Skydance merger, how they've named Bari Weiss the new Editor-in-Chief of CBS News, and what her editorial history and perspective mean for the future of U.S. journalism. Plus, some notable moments in the history of the Upper West Side.

Medicare Advantage

John Oliver details what Medicare Advantage is, why it basically has all the pitfalls of private insurance, and the economic significance of novelty slippers. You'll see.

Police Chases

John Oliver discusses the prevalence of police chases, why the risks involved can massively outweigh the benefits, and why everyone with a broken taillight needs to go get their laundry out of the dryer. Seriously, stop reading this and go get your clothes. They've been in there for days. We're trying to help you.

Felony Murder

John Oliver discusses felony murder, a way you can wind up in prison for murder without actually killing anyone, and why Cillian Murphy won an Oscar, not his parents whose hot Irish sex led to his existence. Those last two things are related. We swear.

Trump, Epstein's Emails & Public Media

John Oliver discusses Jeffrey Epstein's emails about Donald Trump, the vital role public media plays in the lives of many Americans, and some absolutely essential questions about a squirrel named Peapod.

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.

Pig Butchering Scams

John Oliver discusses a massive new internet scam, West Virginia's attempt to ban books in schools, and the Alabama Supreme Court's decision that frozen embryos are people.

Boeing

John Oliver discusses the decline of Boeing's reputation, the latest in Gaza, a conflict of interest for Clarence Thomas, and what dolphins do when you give them a mirror. All equally important information.

State Medical Boards

This week's main story is about state medical boards, how they often fail to protect patients from bad doctors, and why 9-1-1: Lone Star owes Melrose Place a debt of gratitude.

Student Loans

This week's main story is about student loan debt. Why it's gone up, why it's so hard to pay off, and what it all has to do with frog dick. Ya, you heard us. Frog dick.

Food Delivery Apps

This week's main story is about food delivery apps. How they function, why they're not as profitable as you may think, and one thing about them that could definitely keep you from getting into heaven.

Lethal Injections

This week's main story is an update on lethal injections, who is supplying the government with the newest drugs used to carry out executions, why those drugs sales may violate drug laws, and what we think The Property Brothers do behind closed doors.

Medicaid

John Oliver discusses why millions of people have been kicked off of Medicaid, and an 1864 law which is set to ban abortion in Arizona.

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.

Public Libraries

This week's main story is about libraries, why so many books are being challenged, and how you really spell "Berenstain." Trust us, it's not how you think.

Opioid Settlements

This week's main story is about how governments are spending opioid settlements, why there's still time to make sure they're spent in better ways, and which invention is the greatest in human history. Undeniably, the greatest.

Corn

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.

Indian Elections

This week's main story is about the Indian elections, how to eat a mango, and what the exact opposite of a snake would look like.

Deep Sea Mining

This week's main story is about deep-sea mining, whether it's worth doing, and what John has in common with Henry Kissinger (unrelated, but still important to note).

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.

UK Elections

This week's main story is about the UK elections – who's running, who's recently stepped down, and why the Tories don't seem to have even one charismatic candidate. We don't have an answer for that last part, just plenty of proof that it's true.

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.

The West Bank

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. 

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.

Hawai'i

This week's main story is about Hawaii, the various groups making it harder and harder to live there, and why we all have to stop mailing them rocks. Seriously. You'll see.

Hospice

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.

School Lunch

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.

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.

Traffic Stops

This week's main story is about traffic stops, the amount of power given to police during those stops and, of course, what Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce talk about at dinner. We're happy for them, just admit you have no idea what they talk about. We're all happy for them! Just, please, admit it.

Election Subversion 2024

This week's main story is about the attempts made by Donald Trump and his supporters to undermine the upcoming election, why those attempts might seem valid to someone you know, love or are related to – all different – and what we can expect after election night.

Mass Deportation/Lee Greenwood

This week we did something a bit different. We covered two main stories, both related to immigration. One is about mass deportations, and the other is about the man behind one of America's most popular anthems, "God Bless the USA," but they're both — at their core — about Mountain Dew Baja Blast. Because any story about America is sort of a story about Mountain Dew Baja Blast.

Trump's Businesses

This week's main story is about how Donald Trump's businesses have changed since his term as president, what could happen if he's reelected, and how badly we want Reba McEntire to go on Hot Ones. Please, Reba. We need this.

Trump's Reelection

John Oliver discusses Donald Trump's reelection, what happens next, and why the whole thing is – arguably – Katy Perry's fault.

TikTok Ban

John Oliver discusses the looming TikTok ban in the US, Donald Trump's controversial nomination of Matt Gaetz to be Attorney General, and how to bring 2024 to a close.

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.Other segments: Dominion Voting Systems's lawsuit against Fox News, 2023 Ohio train derailment

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.

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.

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.

Timeshares

John Oliver discusses timeshares, how people get into them, why it's so difficult to get out, and one exciting new business venture.

Solitary Confinement

John Oliver discusses solitary confinement, how prevalent it is, how damaging it can be, and, of course, how to hit the woah.

Homeowners Associations

John Oliver discusses homeowners associations, the surprising power they have, and how to tell if a tree is "tree-shaped." 

Farmworkers

John Oliver discusses the conditions farmworkers face, how we've failed to protect them, and the Jolly Green Giant's body hair.

Cryptocurrencies II

John Oliver discusses cryptocurrency, three of the biggest crypto companies to collapse over the past year, and what to do when your office is giving off "crime vibes". 

Biden and The Border

John Oliver discusses the things Biden has promised to fix about our southern border, what he has and hasn't done, and a magnificent pile of gators.

Prison Health Care

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.

Homeschooling

John Oliver discusses homeschooling, its surprising lack of regulation in many states, and, crucially, Darth Vader's parenting skills.

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.

McKinsey

John Oliver discusses the oldest and largest management consulting firm: McKinsey & Company.

Chocolate

John Oliver discusses chocolate, cocoa farming, and, of course, some facts that will make Halloween a little weird.

Abortion Rights

John Oliver discusses the ongoing fallout from the overturning of Roe v. Wade as the November elections approach.

Israel-Hamas War

John Oliver discusses the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas.

Dollar Stores

John Oliver discusses dollar stores and why Irish Spring is not his soap of choice. 

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.

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. 

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.

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.

Sex Work

John Oliver explains why criminalizing sex work hasn't helped the most vulnerable people involved; plus, Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Wrongful Convictions

John Oliver explains why it's so difficult to be exonerated for a wrongful conviction, even when there's compelling evidence to prove your innocence, and how we can correct the state's mistakes.

Tickets

Why concert tickets are so expensive and who's making money off them; plus, Florida's Don't Say Gay bill and Disney's campaign donations.

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.

Trucks

John Oliver explains how truck drivers get paid, how they often don't, and how companies exploit them to increase profits.

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.

Police Interrogations

John Oliver discusses the tactics that can make police interrogations so damaging, particularly for the innocent, and why he's more of a Lorelai than a Rory.

Environmental Racism

John Oliver discusses environmental racism, how both government and industry are failing people of color, and pandas.

Abortion Ruling / Philippines Election

John Oliver discusses the leaked draft opinion that looks set to overturn Roe v. Wade, how we got to this point, and where we may be headed.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.

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.

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.

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 our school safety issues, or a new problem altogether. 

Tech Monopolies

John Oliver discusses tech monopolies, and how to address the hidden harm they can do.

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.

Water

John Oliver discusses the water shortage in the American west, how it's already impacting the people who live there, and what God has to say about it.

Inflation

John Oliver discusses what causes inflation, what we've done about the current round of it, and, of course, makes the smartest investment of all time.

Mental Health Care

John Oliver discusses the cracks in our broken mental health care system, some of the inadequate ways we've tried to fill them, and what it all has to do with the gallbladder.

Monkeypox

John Oliver discusses the recent monkeypox outbreak in the U.S., how we've fumbled our response to it, and some aspirations for this coming autumn.

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".

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.

Law & Order

John Oliver discusses the wildly popular television franchise, what it's been teaching us about law enforcement, and some tricks for how to get to sleep in two minutes flat.

Bolsonaro

John Oliver discusses Jair Bolsonaro, how he's run Brazil as president, how far he might go to maintain power after the upcoming election, and, of course, nunchucks.

Museums

Main story: 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, a disastrous start for the Liz Truss era in the UK.

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.

Transgender Rights II

John Oliver discusses the latest round of attacks on transgender rights, what's at stake, and the filthiest of the Peanuts characters.

Bail Reform

With midterm elections approaching, John Oliver discusses the issue at the core of many republican attack ads: bail reform.

Election Subversion

With 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.

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 water-slides.

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.

The Next Pandemic

As COVID-19 continues to spread, John Oliver discusses what could cause the next pandemic, what we can do to avoid it, and why you shouldn't kiss pigs.

Meatpacking

The pandemic has thrown into high relief some of the longstanding issues surrounding working conditions in meatpacking facilities. John Oliver explains why greater oversight is needed, and how we can go about getting it.

Raids

John Oliver explains how raids became a favorite tool of police, how few guardrails there are on their use, and what we should do about that.

Unemployment

John Oliver details the many obstacles that impede access to unemployment benefits – often by design – and why the entire system needs to be rethought.

Tucker Carlson

Tucker Carlson is admired by white nationalists, elected officials, and maybe some of your relatives or coworkers. Given that he has the ear of so many Americans, John Oliver explains where Tucker came from, what his rhetorical tactics are, and what he represents.

Plastics

Plastic is in everything, from the clothes we wear to the water we drink. John Oliver explains how plastics are harming the planet, why recycling isn't the solution you think it is, and why fixing the problem will be up to not just consumers, but corporations and policymakers.

The National Debt

The national debt has long been portrayed as a burden we're placing on future generations. John Oliver discusses how national debt works, why people are so concerned about it, and why it might be more helpful that you think. 

Long-Term Care

John Oliver explains the industry behind nursing homes and assisted living facilities, and why long-term care needs fixing.

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.

Covid Vaccines

John Oliver explains why some people don't want to get the Covid-19 vaccine and how they might be reassured. (Even you, Mike in Baltimore.)

Hair

John Oliver discusses the importance of black hair, the ways it can be a target of discrimination, and some ideas to address that.

Stand Your Ground

John Oliver takes a look at why "stand your ground" laws were created, who they protect, and, crucially, who they don't.

Sponsored Content

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.)

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.

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.

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.

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.

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; plus, John is headed back to the studio and makes a new friend along the way.

Ambulances

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.

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.

Ransomware

John Oliver discusses ransomware attacks, why they're on the rise, and what can be done about them.

Afghanistan

John Oliver discusses the end of America's war with Afghanistan, and the humanitarian crisis being left behind.

Lukashenko

John Oliver discusses the longtime leader of Belarus, Alexander Lukashenko, and the many reasons his country's citizens have not to like him.

Voting Rights

John Oliver discusses the current attacks on voting rights, who's behind them, and what we can do about it.

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.

Misinformation

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.

Taiwan

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.

Homelessness

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.

The Power Grid

John Oliver discusses the current state of the nation's power grid, why it needs fixing, and, of course, how fun balloons are.

Union Busting

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."

Medicare for All

As presidential candidates continue to discuss Medicare for all, John Oliver explores how much it might cost, what it will change, and who it will help.

Modi

John Oliver talks about India's Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, why he's popular, why he's controversial, and where things are headed for the largest democracy in the world.

Coronavirus

As coronavirus spreads to the US, John Oliver discusses what's being done to fight the illness, what's gone wrong, and how to stay safe.

Sheriffs

With over a thousand sheriffs up for election this year, John Oliver discusses how much power and how little accountability they have.

Coronavirus II

As the spread of coronavirus worsens in the US, John Oliver discusses how the government is handling the outbreak, how they're not, and what we can do to help.

Coronavirus 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.

OAN

This week John talks about the news media especially about a particular network. One America News network is not a well known neither a respected network but it is getting great reviews from the President of the United States. And they are getting this by only way it is possible and that is praising Trump, supporting his fact less hunch based ideas and promoting misinformation. John explains the dire effects of President's boosting of a heavily biased network just because the President is getting some praise.

Coronavirus IV: Essential Workers

John looks at the impact to the Unemployed and the Essential Workers who are taking disproportionate risks and may not be getting the protection, sick leave or medical coverage needed.John also updates on his search for the elusive auctioned painting:  WE DID IT!

Coronavirus V: Misinformation

Misinformation about COVID-19, from televangelists and the right-wing media, to Trump himself; plus, Wendy Williams @home.

Coronavirus VI: Testing

Why we need to do more coronavirus testing; plus, Jared Kushner declares victory over the virus; Alex Jones goes full cannibal.

USPS

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.

Coronavirus VII: Sports

John Oliver 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.

Voting By Mail

With the 2020 presidential election nearing and a pandemic in full swing, John Oliver discusses why voting by mail is necessary, the fearmongering surrounding it, and why we need to start planning for November right now.

Police

This episode tackles the hard truth about the history of Police in the United States and the many problems that are faced in fixing those problems.

Facial 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.

Coronavirus VIII: Prisons & Jails

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.

Coronavirus 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.

Coronavirus: Conspiracy 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.

China & Uighurs

John Oliver discusses the human rights abuses the Uighur people are facing at the hands of the Chinese government, and why those atrocities are worth our undivided attention.

U.S. History

John Oliver takes a look at how the history of race in America is taught in schools, how we can make those teachings more accurate, and why it's in everyone's best interest to understand the most realistic version of the past.

Juries

John Oliver takes a look at why people of color are routinely excluded from becoming jurors, who their absence impacts, and what we can do to create a fairer system. 

Border Wall II

Nearing the 2020 election, John Oliver checks in on one of the key promises of President Trump's 2016 campaign: the border wall. 

RNC 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.

The Supreme Court

In the wake of Ruth Bader Ginsberg'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.

Election 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.

The World Health Organization

John Oliver discusses the crucial role of the World Health Organization, why Donald Trump is skeptical of it, and how his plans to withdraw the United States could have dire consequences.

Asylum

With the 2020 election underway, John Oliver explains how the Trump administration has handled asylum seekers over the past four years, why it matters, and what we can do about it. 

Trump & 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 Oliver 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.

Election 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.

Trump & 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. 

Brexit

The UK could officially leave the European Union next month, which would be a huge change with hugely damaging consequences.

Psychics

Psychics is something fun to talk about. But John Oliver talks about the alarming fact that 4 out of 10 believe in psychics (according to a research). And it is alarming that they swindle money out of desperate peoples. Additionally they often put people through severe emotional trauma about their loved ones. As John explains them in the show, these psychics use two simple tactics to do that: cold reading and hot reading.

Automation

Automation is a complicated blessing. It makes our life easier by creating safe and more productive environment but it also eliminates job opportunities. Rather than dealing with the issue tactfully President Trump is doing what he likes the most- 'Blaming Others'. John explains that even automation kills job but jobs are being created in new sectors. He suggests some ways to transition into these new sectors and initiatives need to be taken to accommodate older workers in the changing job sector.

Robocalls

Robocalls are one of the most annoying thing of having a cellphone. Over the recent years these robocalls are increased exponentially because of the advancement of the technology. There needs to be some sort effective policies to regulate these robocalls. If only Federal Communications Commission (FCC) cared a little more about this issue. So John take it upon his shoulder to give them the medicine of robocalls in small doses (after every 90 minutes).

Public Shaming

John covers the New Zealand terrorist attack, and does a long piece on the effects of Public Shaming.

WWE

In this weeks 'Last Week Tonight', the Mueller report is finally released, David Bernhardt has a surprise guest at his confirmation hearing, and John does a deep-dive into the WWE world wrestling entertainment.

Mobile Homes

Mobile homes may seem like an affordable housing option, but large investment companies are making them less and less so.

Opioids 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.

Mueller Report

John covers the latest on the Mueller Report and presents the loving saga of his anime alter ego making friends with Japanese local mascot Chiitan.

Lethal Injection

John covers one Dem's silly KFC response to William Barr's refusal to testify before Congress, Aussie politicians' scandals, the best TV ad for a lawyer ever, the cutest frog ever, and the main topic - why the lethal injection is inhuman.

Green New Deal

John discusses Putin's fall during a hockey game, the GOP states passing extreme anti-abortion laws, the Republican backlash against Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's Green New Deal, and Bill Nye the Science Guy's gritty take on climate change.

Death Investigations

America's system for conducting death investigations is a mess; plus, a look at the Eurovision Song Contest.

Medical Device Design

Today John Oliver talks about the multi billion medical device industry, which lacks proper monitoring and necessary regulations. He explains the huge difference between the terms FDA approved and FDA cleared. Then he points out the loophole these industries use to bypass the flawed system.

ERA

Impeachment

Every week a new topic emerges and many starts the talk about impeachment. John explains the facts behind impeachment and how many ways it might effect the Trump presidency. Even though it has many risks but John suggests that it might be a good idea to uphold the fact that 'no one is above the law'.

Everest

Warehouses

Boris Johnson

In the wake of Theresa May's resignation, Boris Johnson became Britain's new prime minister, John Oliver explains how he came so far and what strategy he has to succeed despite his foolish nature, racist views, spreading false information, offensive quotes.

Prison Labor

John Oliver explains how prisoners make and spend money, and how companies can profit at the expense of their families.

Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov

Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, the president of Turkmenistan. He is an autocratic ruler of the country with an eccentric personality. While his country is competing for the bottom position in freedom of speech and human rights indicators, he is focused with setting new Guinness World Records and his strange obsession with horses.

Bias in Medicine

Bias in medicine actually exists in USA and it really affecting the life of huge number of people every year who are seeking medical attention. John Oliver discusses the adverse effects that gender and racial bias can impose in treating medical illnesses.

Filibuster

In theory, the filibuster was created to ensure bipartisanship in the US Senate. In practice, it has become a way to kill bills with only 41 Senate votes. John explains the strange origin of the filibuster, how its overuse made the Senate a place where even bipartisan bills go to die, and why filibustering should be abolished altogether. Also, Trump's Hurricane Dorian Sharpie Scandal, the UK PM Johnson's clash with the Parliament over his No-deal Brexit strategy, and Fox News' Stu Varney fanboys over Trump.

Legal 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).

Compounding 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.

One Child Policy

China's one-child policy which is very renowned for its controversial approach. This policy was not implemented rather it was enforced to save China's economy. But it was done by without thinking the future implications. As a result there are more than 34 million men than women. And in near future four grandparents, two parents will be depending on one child. That is why John explains the absurdity of the new two-child policy.

Weather

Predicting the weather is always very important as it saves lives and protects resources. Despite their tiresome efforts National Weather Service takes a very little credit, where private companies make tremendous profit using their data. John Oliver talks about various angles of National Weather Service.

Trump & Syria

John Oliver discusses the alarming decision to pull U.S. troops away from the border between Turkey and Syria.

Voting Machines

After a quick update on the 'Stupid Watergate' John Oliver dives into the main story of voting machines. He talks about the outdated voting machines which may be vulnerable to hacking. He showed the ways these machines could be manipulated to alter the result of elections.

SLAPP Suits

John Oliver gives an update on his coal lawsuit. After winning a legal battle involving a coal executive and a giant squirrel, Last Week Tonight explains how SLAPP suits are designed to stifle public dissent.

The Census

John explains why everyone's participation in the 2020 U.S. Census is of crucial importance for the country and how the Trump administration is trying to influence its results in their favor. Also, Chiitan and Chiijohn make their return.

Trump 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.

Italian Election

Italian's Prime Minister Election.

NRATV

The NRA's streaming lifestyle network aims to boost gun sales, often by using an ominous tone that would make just about anything sound terrifying...including muffins.

Cryptocurrencies

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.

Mike Pence

John Oliver creates his own children's book about a bunny to compete with Mike Pence's.

Immigration 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.

Crisis Pregnancy Centers

Crisis pregnancy centers deceptively steer women away from abortion. They can be started way too easily by religious groups like, for instance, a late night talk show's megachurch.

Corporate Taxes

As the deadline to file rapidly approaches,Last Week Tonight looks at how many of America's largest corporations shift a surprising portion of their profits overseas to avoid paying taxes. Even more surprisingly — it's legal.

Iran Deal

Donald Trump could soon dismantle the agreement designed to curb the Iranian nuclear program. Our Catheter Cowboy will do his best to keep that from happening.

Giuliani

Rudy Giuliani is the newest addition to the Trump's lawyers. He revealed some pretty damaging stuff about the Stormy Daniels story, which contradicts his employer's statement.

Venezuela

Rehab

Guardianship

John Oliver discusses a surprising letter from Kim Jong-un to President Trump, journalist Arkady Babchenko's rising from the grave, a British royal expert born an Italian American, and the fraught issue of senior citizen guardianship.

Stupid Watergate

Xi Jinping

2018 Mexican Elections

Gene Editing

Workplace Sexual Harassment

Prosecutors

Astroturfing

Trade

Felony Disenfranchisement

Facebook

Brett 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. 

Brazilian Elections

Saudi Arabia

State Attorneys General

Trump Administration Family Separation Policy

Drain the Swamp

Authoritarianism

Main story: A look at the growing number of authoritarian leaders around the world.

Trump vs. Truth

John Oliver's questions for the new Trump administration.

Vladimir Putin and Russia–United States relations

President Trump's domination of the week's news cycle overshadows other news including the assassination of Kim Jong Un's half-brother and the possible motives behind President Trump's soft spot for Russia and Vladmir Putin.

Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act

Last week's activities of the Trump administration including plans to crack down on immigration and the withdrawal of federal guidelines on transgender bathroom use; the current status of the Affordable Care Act; Supreme Court update.

Tibetan Sovereignty & Human Rights

The ongoing saga of Trump campaign associates meeting with Russian officials; accusations of Trump Tower being wiretapped by former President Obama; Tibetan Buddhists suffer persecution by the Chinese government; interview with the Dalai Lama.

American Health Care Act

Topics include international reactions to International Women's Day, what WikiLeaks revealed about the CIA and a detailed look at the potential impact of the American Health Care Act.

US Federal Budget

Topics include President Trump's awkward attempts at diplomacy, details of the proposed federal budget and the hopeful story of Bolivian zebras.

Cannabis in the United States

Rep. Devin Nunes and the ongoing "Stupid Watergate'' investigation; the U.K.'s divisive departure from the European Union; the problems posed by conflicting federal and state marijuana laws.

Gerrymandering in the United States

Examining the varied media reactions to President Trump's missile strike in Syria; in the midst of sexual harassment allegations, Fox News loses advertisers; the effects of gerrymandering on voters.

2017 French Presidential Election

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.

Ivanka Trump & Jared Kushner

Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner hold an incredible amount of political power. That's troubling considering their incredibly small amount of political experience.

Net Neutrality in the United States

John Oliver points out that Net neutrality is under serious threat again and that all concerned should raise their concern to the respective authorities at all platforms.

Dialysis and DaVita

John talks about dialysis and the DeVita healthcare company.

Stupid Watergate

Stupid Watergate is a reference to Nixon presidency's scandals which led him to resign and Oliver contrasts it with current series of scandals of Trump and how they've led to talks of impeachment just within 4 months of his presidency. 

Paris Agreement

The U.S. pull out from the Paris agreement. Plus the London terror attacks.

Brexit II

This week, the show discusses the new discoveries from former FBI Director James Comey's testimony and the UK's process of leaving the European Union after a divisive election.

Coal

Vaccine Safety

Local News

This week's topics include developments regarding President Trump's travel ban and Sinclair Broadcasting Group, the largest owner of local news stations in the country.

Alex Jones

In response to Alex Jones' claims that the media cherry picks negatives from his "Info Wars" program, Oliver devotes a full show to Jones' popular right wing rant show. 

United States Border Patrol

North Korea-United States Relations

Nuclear Waste

Presidential Pardon of Joe Arpaio

Presidential Pardon of Joe Arpaio.

Corporate Consolidation

Forensic Science

Confederate Monuments

Equifax Breach

Floods

Economic Development

The 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.

Voting

John talks about the late Antonin Scalia and the Supreme Court, Chipotle's food safety problems, Voter IDs and New Zealand's economic development minister Steven Joyce.

Abortion Laws

John talks about the South Carolina Republican primary, the Supreme Court vacancy and abortion laws.

Donald Trump

John first talks about Egyptian president El Sisi announcing government budget cuts, whilst arriving somewhat extravagantly just moments earlier. He then continues with Obama's attempts at closing Guantanamo. His main story is about Trump trying get the republican nomineeship and Trump's awkwardly short fingers.

Special Districts

John discusses the Republican Party 2016 presidential primaries, Gloria Steinem's interview with Lands' End, special-purpose districts.

Encryption

John discusses the 2016 United States presidential election, International Women's Day, Switzerland's Day of the Sick and the FBI–Apple encryption dispute.

The Wall

Before talking about Donald Trump's proposal for a border wall between the U.S. and Mexico and all the things that are impossible about it, he shortly discusses the 2015/2016 protests in Brazil and the Petrobras scandal and the Supreme Court nomination for Merrick Garland.

Political Fundraising

John talks about the 2016 Nuclear Security Summit and some of the "creative" remarks made by Donald Trump about nuclear weapons. Next the 2016 Opening Day in baseball is discussed. The CEO of the New York Yankees has made a "bold" statement and John tries to thwart him. The main story is about congressional fundraising, members of congress and other officials have to spend exorbitant amount of time calling potential contributors and eat a LOT of seafood.

Credit Reports

John first talks about the leaked documents from Mossack Fonseca called the Panama Papers which describe how earth's wealthiest evade taxes. Next up is Alabama governor Robert Bently's alleged ethics violations. John's main story is about credit scores and background checks in the U.S., the companies that create credit reports for citizens make a lot of mistakes ensuring said citizens having a hard time getting jobs, apartments and loans.

Lead

John talks about Vladimir Putin's annual call-in show, reactions to the Panama Papers in the United Kingdom, the Böhmermann affair, the Flint water crisis and lead poisoning in the U.S.

Puerto Rico

John discusses president Obama's reception in Saudi Arabia, Norway's immigration policy and and Puerto Rico's debt and exempt statuses.

Scientific Studies

John talks about the 2016 Republican Party presidential primaries, the 2016 Philippine general election and candidate Rodrigo Duterte, and the 7th Congress of the Workers' Party of Korea. The main story is about how scientific research and science journalism are often distorted by themselves, news media and social media and why it's dangerous.

911

John talks about Donald Trump's presidential campaign, Elizabeth II being filmed calling Chinese officials "very rude", Budweiser beer being renamed as America Beer, Paul LePage's recent encouragement and his main story is about the 9-1-1 emergency telephone number.

Primaries and Caucuses

John talks about the ongoing Venezuelan protests, elbowgate in the canadian parliamant and the obscurities and oddities in the democratic and republican presidential primaries and the primary process. Additionaly Ramzan Kadyrov's instagram is discussed. And of course Trump is in there somewhere making John facepalm.

Debt Buyers

John discusses Donald Trump's legal affairs, Trump University and the debt buying industry.

Money

John starts off by adressing the 2016 Orlando nightclub shooting and recapping the 2016 U.S. presidential campaign so far. His main story is about retirement plans and financial advisers and their (hidden) costs.

United Kingdom

John firstly dicusses how the relatively small NRA is so effective at barring legislation concerning gun control and in his main story he talks about Britain potentially leaving the European Union and the implications thereof.

Doping

The 2016 Summer Olympics and doping in sports; and the United Kingdom's vote to leave the European Union are discussed.

Republican National Convention

Topics include the U.K.'s Boris Johnson, the Republican National Convention and the unauthorized use of pop music in politics.

DNC vs. RNC

Topics include the repeal of voter suppression laws, the aftermath of the attempted coup in Turkey, the Democratic National Convention and the unconventional state of our democracy.

Journalism

Topics include the decline of newspapers in the United States and the 2016 Summer Olympics opening ceremony.

Auto Lending

Charter Schools

Scandals

John discusses what's going on in Charlotte, Wells Fargo bank and the 2016 presidential race.

Police Accountability

John discusses the First United States presidential debate, Alicia Machado, police accountability and there's a Wells Fargo followup.

Guantánamo

John Oliver examines the legal and moral issues surrounding the military prison at Guantánamo Bay.

Third Parties

John discusses the the 2016 presidential campaigns of Jill Stein and Gary Johnson and has a small segment on (again) Donald Trump's presidential campaign.

Drugs

John firstly discusses the hilarities of the third presidential debate of 2016 and the Alfred E. Smith Memorial Foundation Dinner. His main topic is on whats causing opiod abuse in the U.S.

School Segregation

Multi-level Marketing

This week's topics included the most recent campaign updates and multi-level marketing companies' claims to be legitimate businesses though some seem awfully.. pyramid shaped. John Oliver and Jaime Camil demonstrate how they work in English and Spanish.

President-Elect Trump

John Oliver talks about the election results.

Marketing to Doctors

John Oliver discusses the growing issues of pharmaceutical companies marketing directly to and through doctors.

Tobacco

John riffs on Yemen. Ecuadorian President Rafael Correa, '50 Shades of Grey', and the unethical legal practices of tobacco company Phillip Morris International.

Elected Judges

John discusses United Kingdom general elections, judicial elections, and the Chinese New Year.

Infrastructure

John demonstrates the importance of infrastructure with a special sketch starring Edward Norton, Vincent D'Onofrio, and Steve Buscemi. He also discusses the death of Putin opposition Boris Nemstov.

U.S. Territories

John Oliver discusses a Fanta controversy in Germany, citizenship grievances for those in U.S. territories, and cigarette packaging.

The NCAA

The NCAA doesn't pay students athletes because they are considered to be amateurs. They are considered to be amateurs because they don't get paid.

Municipal Violations

If you have money, committing a municipal violation may pose you a minor inconvenience. If you don't, it can ruin your life.

Government Surveillance

John heads to Russia to interview Edward Snowden as part of a segment on government surveillance.

The IRS

John discusses the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), with a special appearance from Michael Bolton.

Patents

John discusses patents, Earth Day, and doomsday, with a special appearance from Martin Sheen.

Fashion

John Oliver explores the concept of changing and cheap fashion and some of the ugliest truths of the manufacturing process.

Standardized Testing

Paid Family Leave

John discusses Victory Day in Russia, paid parental leave, and Japanese government mascots.

Chickens

FIFA II

John discusses the 2015 FIFA corruption case.

Bail

John explains why America's bail system is better for the reality TV industry than it is for the justice system.

Torture

John discusses the 2015 European Games, the Canadian Senate expenses scandal, and torture with the voice of special guest Helen Mirren.

Online Harassment

Online harassment is a major problem, but it is rarely prosecuted. If only we'd been warned about this in the early days of the internet.

Transgender Rights

John discusses US Supreme Court decisions on gay marriage and Obamacre, former President of Ukraine, Viktor Yanukovych, transgender rights and leap second.

Stadiums

John discusses how taxpayer money is funding private sports stadiums.

Food Waste

Iran nuclear treaty; El Chapo prison escape; North Korea hosting Laibach band; food waste.

Mandatory Minimums

John explains why mandatory minimum sentences, especially for drug-related crimes, are in desperate need of reform.

Washington DC Statehood

John explains why Washington, D.C. deserves to be the 51st state - or at least get full voting rights in Congress.

Sex Education

Sex education in America; GOP Debate; India's short-lived porn-site ban; overpricing at Whole Foods.

Televangelists

John discusses predatory churches and TV evangelism, the raising of the American flag in Cuba, the redesign of New Zealand's flag, and President Harding's illegitimate child.

LGBT Anti-Discrimination

Despite the victory for marriage equality this summer, there is a long way to go to end LGBT discrimination, as John explains.

Public Defenders

John talks about problems concerning public defenders in the American Judicial system, a Michigan state legislature scandal, Guatemala's unusual election, and Queen Elizabeth II and delivers a message from the Lady of Perpetual Exemption.

Migrant Crisis

About Syrian refugees trying to get to Europe.

Mental Health

John discusses Russia's involvement in Syria, the U.N. General Assembly, and the problems with the national system for treating mental illness.

North Dakota

John takes a look at the harmful effects of the oil boom in North Dakota.

Canada

John discusses the upcoming Canadian election and urges Canadians not to vote for Stephen Harper.

Elections/Medicaid Gap

Main story: Election 2015 and the Medicaid Gap; plus, China & Kenny G.; Syria peace talks; 'Star Wars' impact on Ukraine elections; United Kingdom tax credit vote.

Prisoner Re-Entry

United Kingdom proposed online mass surveillance law, Veterans Day, Washington Redskin trademark, Prisoner Reentry. Interview with Bilal Chapman.

Daily Fantasy

John talks about the recent Paris attacks, China's Singles Day, the Koh-i-Noor diamond and Daily Fantasy Sports.

Pennies

John reflects about the Paris attacks aftermath and how useless the U.S. penny is.

Indian General Election, NSA's New Image, POM Wonderful LLC v. Coca-Cola Co.

John talks about the Indian election, Pom Wonderful, and talks with the former NSA director General Keith Alexander.

Death Penalty, François Hollande, the Sultan of Brunei

John talks about the recent issues of the death penalty, François Hollande, and the rising issues happening in Brunei.

Bill Nye, the U.S. Senate Election in Kentucky, Global Warming Controversy

John talks about Eurovision, Ukraine and Russia's relations, and invites Bill Nye to a statistically representative climate change debate.

Fareed Zakaria, General Motors, 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.

Net Neutrality, Tony Abbott, 87th Scripps National Spelling Bee

This week's topics include 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.

FIFA and the World Cup, Bashar al-Assad

John Oliver discusses the anniversary of the Tiananmen Square rebellion and the FIFA World Cup and invites Right Said Fred to send a message to Bashar al-Assad.

Stephen Hawking, Immigration Reform, Washington Redskins

John discusses immigration, the Washington Redskins and Iraq and talks to Stephen Hawking.

Steve Buscemi, Monarchies, Dr. Oz & Regulation of Dietary Supplements

John highlights recent news such as the problems of tourism in Antarctica, discusses international royalty as a service to Game of Thrones fans and panders to the audience in response to allegations against Dr. Oz.

Pepe Julian Onziema, LGBT Rights in Uganda, Hobby Lobby

John Oliver sheds light on recent Supreme Court cases and discusses gay rights in Uganda with activist Pepe Julian Onziema.

Wealth Gap, CIA's Image, Warren G. Harding's Love Letters

John revisits news of a change in Japan's foreign policy, the love letters of Warren G. Harding and CIA's social media activity, and discusses the issues of income inequality in America.

Israeli-Palestinian Conflict, Commonwealth Games, America's Prisons

John talks about Gaza (but mostly Anderson Cooper) and about Malaysia Airlines flight 17, then discusses prison incarcerations in America and sings with muppets from Sesame Street.

Nuclear Weapons and the United States

John addresses the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria, revisits the subject of international royalty, discusses the safety of nuclear weapons and campaigns to save geckos in space.

Argentine Debt Restructuring, Native Advertising

John discusses native advertising and Argentine debt restructuring.

Payday Loans, Russia's Ban on Food Imports

John discusses payday loans and Russia's import embargo on U.S. chicken and soybean.

Police Militarization in Ferguson, Gender Pay Gap

Focuses on the shooting of Michael Brown and police militarization in Ferguson, MO. John also discusses the topic of equal pay for equal work.

Student Loan Debt, Russian Space Geckos

John provides a eulogy for the mating space geckos, and talks about student debt.

Scottish Independence, Ray Rice, Corporations' Misuse of Twitter

John discusses the Scottish independence referendum and corporations using Twitter.

The U.S. Trade Embargo with Cuba, Miss America Pageant

John focuses on the Miss America 2015 pageant with special guest Kathy Griffin.

Drone Strikes, Ayn Rand, Kansas State Budget Shortfall

John discusses U.S. military drones and the Kansas state budget shortfall.

2022 Winter Olympics, Hong Kong protests, Brazilian elections & Civil Forfeiture

John Oliver shows us how desperate American law enforcement is to take money from those they can.

Military Translators, Supreme Court

This week's topics include Putin's impressive trip to Milan, a McDonald's Q&A board promising to answer all questions truthfully and the bureaucratic roadblocks preventing local nationals who translate for coalition forces from obtaining U.S. immigrant visas. This segment includes an in-studio interview with Mohammad, a translator whose attempts to obtain a visa took three years, and lost family members to the Taliban during that time. The last segment tries to solve the problem of boring news coverage of Supreme Court sessions (because the court does not allow video). Last Week Tonight shows how the coverage can be made more compelling by using animals staged as the Justices and other court employees. The show then thoughtfully provides ten minutes of raw footage for news outlets to use to create their own Supreme Court reenactments.

Sugar in Food, Dr. Jane Goodall, Doug Ford

John Oliver is back to discuss how the sugar industry rules the world!

U.S. State Legislatures, ALEC

John disusses robot sales associates at Lowe's, U.S legislatures in elections, and the American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC).

State Lotteries, Erdogan, Salmon Cannon

Last Week Tonight features in-depth and critical look at state lotteries. It also looks at the Turkish Prime Minister's Grand Palace and a Salmon shooting cannon.