The Daily Show Season 26 Episode release dates & where to watch
Premiered
Monday, September 28, 2020
Ended: Thursday, September 23, 2021
When does The Daily Show Season 26 come out?
The Daily Show Season 26 premiered Monday, September 28, 2020 on Comedy Central and ended Thursday, September 23, 2021. The season has 116 episodes.
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The Daily Show Season 26 release schedule
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1. 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. |
Monday · 6 years ago |
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2. 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.” |
Tuesday · 6 years ago |
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3. 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." |
Wednesday · 6 years ago |
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4. October 1, 2020 - Mariah Carey |
Thursday · 6 years ago |
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5. October 5, 2020 - Jason Momoa & Kat Graham |
Monday · 6 years ago |
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6. October 6, 2020 - Jason Sudeikis |
Tuesday · 6 years ago |
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7. October 7, 2020 - Alexandra Pelosi & Colin Quinn |
Wednesday · 6 years ago |
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8. October 8, 2020 - Alex Wagner |
Thursday · 6 years ago |
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9. October 13, 2020 - Anita Hill |
Tuesday · 6 years ago |
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10. October 14, 2020 - Wilmer Valderrama |
Wednesday · 6 years ago |
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11. October 15, 2020 - Andrew Cuomo & Nick Offerman |
Thursday · 6 years ago |
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12. October 20, 2020 - Matthew McConaughey & Jose Andres |
Tuesday · 6 years ago |
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13. October 21, 2020 - Chris Rock |
Wednesday · 6 years ago |
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14. October 22, 2020 - Elizabeth Warren |
Thursday · 6 years ago |
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15. October 23, 2020 - Alicia Garza & Rashida Jones |
Friday · 6 years ago |
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16. October 26, 2020 - Bruce Springsteen |
Monday · 6 years ago |
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17. October 27, 2020 - Chelsea Handler |
Tuesday · 6 years ago |
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18. October 28, 2020 - Ice Cube |
Wednesday · 6 years ago |
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19. October 29, 2020 - Kamala Harris |
Thursday · 6 years ago |
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20. Michael Harriot |
Monday · 6 years ago |
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21. Live Coverage of Election Night |
Tuesday · 6 years ago |
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22. Geraldo Cadava & Evan Osnos Historian Geraldo Cadava; journalist Evan Osnos. Also: As the coronavirus keeps millions confined to their homes, Trevor reports on the pandemic from the comfort of his couch, and "The Daily Show" correspondents weigh in on the crisis from a safe social distance. |
Wednesday · 6 years ago |
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23. Soledad O'Brien |
Thursday · 6 years ago |
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24. Ruby Bridges & Anthony Anderson |
Monday · 6 years ago |
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25. Lenny Kravitz |
Tuesday · 5 years ago |
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26. Halsey |
Wednesday · 5 years ago |
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27. Megan Rapinoe & Forest Whitaker |
Thursday · 5 years ago |
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28. Ta-Nehisi Coates |
Monday · 5 years ago |
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29. Kevin Hart |
Tuesday · 5 years ago |
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30. Lucy McBath & Lindsey Vonn |
Wednesday · 5 years ago |
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31. Bill Gates |
Thursday · 5 years ago |
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32. Stephen Curry |
Monday · 5 years ago |
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33. Ernest Cline & Rosie Perez |
Tuesday · 5 years ago |
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34. Brit Bennett & Michael J. Fox |
Wednesday · 5 years ago |
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35. Ludacris |
Thursday · 5 years ago |
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36. Method Man |
Monday · 5 years ago |
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37. Ijeoma Oluo & Busta Rhymes |
Tuesday · 5 years ago |
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38. George Wallace |
Wednesday · 5 years ago |
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39. Rachel Maddow & Bryan Cranston |
Thursday · 5 years ago |
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40. Pharrell Williams |
Monday · 5 years ago |
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41. Barack Obama |
Tuesday · 5 years ago |
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42. James Corden & Tessa Thompson |
Wednesday · 5 years ago |
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43. Carey Mulligan |
Tuesday · 5 years ago |
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44. Stacey Abrams |
Wednesday · 5 years ago |
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45. Jelani Cobb |
Thursday · 5 years ago |
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46. Nnamdi Asomugha |
Monday · 5 years ago |
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47. Stanley Nelson |
Tuesday · 5 years ago |
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48. Amanda Gorman |
Wednesday · 5 years ago |
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49. Doug Henwood & Regina King |
Thursday · 5 years ago |
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50. Jeremy O. Harris |
Monday · 5 years ago |
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51. Ibram X. Kendi |
Tuesday · 5 years ago |
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52. Dax Shepard |
Wednesday · 5 years ago |
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53. Cori Bush |
Thursday · 5 years ago |
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54. Atul Gawande & Leonard Fournette |
Monday · 5 years ago |
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55. Robin Roberts & Noah Centineo |
Tuesday · 5 years ago |
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56. Radha Blank |
Wednesday · 5 years ago |
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57. Daniel Kaluuya |
Thursday · 5 years ago |
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58. Neil Patrick Harris |
Monday · 5 years ago |
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59. Bill Gates Ronny Chieng shares ways to combat the rise in anti-Asian hate crimes, Roy Wood Jr. explores the history of Black doctors, and Bill Gates discusses “How to Avoid a Climate Disaster.” |
Tuesday · 5 years ago |
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60. Heather McGhee Texans suffer from ongoing extreme winter weather, Dulce Sloan talks to Divine Nine sorority members about Vice President Kamala Harris, and author Heather McGhee discusses “The Sum of Us.” |
Wednesday · 5 years ago |
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61. Russell Westbrook Parents and kids grow impatient about reopening schools, Trevor presents a biography of Tucker Carlson, and NBA superstar Russell Westbrook talks about his Why Not? Foundation and more. |
Thursday · 5 years ago |
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62. Sharon McMahon The Texas winter storm crisis continues, Michael Kosta investigates avian election fraud, and Sharon McMahon talks about fighting misinformation via her Instagram account SharonSaysSo. |
Monday · 5 years ago |
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63. Hugh Evans Republican lawmakers in several states go on an anti-voting blitz, Roy Wood Jr. celebrates the contributions of Black journalists, and humanitarian Hugh Evans discusses Global Citizen. |
Tuesday · 5 years ago |
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64. Andra Day Trevor highlights racial inequity in vaccine distribution, Dulce Sloan examines the stereotype of the strong Black woman, and Andra Day discusses “The United States vs. Billie Holiday.” |
Wednesday · 5 years ago |
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65. Kevin Garnett Desi Lydic reveals her most embarrassing tattoos, Trevor examines America’s outdated and extremely vulnerable power grid, and NBA star Kevin Garnett discusses his memoir “KG: A to Z.” |
Thursday · 5 years ago |
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66. Marlee Matlin Trevor covers CPAC 2021, Roy Wood Jr. and Jaboukie Young-White try to replace Atlantic City’s Trump Plaza after its demolition, and Marlee Matlin discusses her short film “Feeling Through.” |
Monday · 5 years ago |
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67. Adam Kinzinger & H.E.R. Rep. Madison Cawthorn faces sexual harassment allegations, Rep. Adam Kinzinger discusses the future of the GOP, and singer-songwriter H.E.R. talks about her song “Fight for You.” |
Tuesday · 5 years ago |
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68. Kelly Marie Tran Trevor looks at the state of minimum wage in the U.S, Leo Deblin (Roy Wood Jr.) introduces his unique streaming service, and actor Kelly Marie Tran discusses “Raya and the Last Dragon.” |
Wednesday · 5 years ago |
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69. Michael Kiwanuka Fox News slams President Biden for numerous pseudo-scandals, Trevor explores the history of America’s first ladies, and singer-songwriter Michael Kiwanuka talks about his album “Kiwanuka.” |
Thursday · 5 years ago |
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70. Eddie Murphy Governor Andrew Cuomo's harassment scandal mounts, Jaboukie Young-White discusses COVID-19 vaccines with Dr. Peter Hotez, and Eddie Murphy talks about his sequel movie "Coming 2 America." |
Monday · 5 years ago |
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71. Rebecca Carroll & Precious Lee Former presidents try to convince Americans to get COVID-19 vaccinations, Rebecca Carroll discusses "Surviving the White Gaze," and Precious Lee talks about her trailblazing modeling career. |
Tuesday · 5 years ago |
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72. Cynthia Erivo Trevor explores the history of the Senate filibuster, a mass shooter in the Atlanta area kills several Asian women, and actor and singer Cynthia Erivo discusses her role in "Genius: Aretha." |
Wednesday · 5 years ago |
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73. Arsenio Hall Trevor reports on COVID-19 concerns from around the world, Michael Kosta and Roy Wood Jr. introduce the Bracket of Bulls**t: Pandemic Edition, and Arsenio Hall discusses "Coming 2 America." |
Thursday · 5 years ago |
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74. Michelle Obama The British royal family announces plans for a diversity chief, the NCAA faces sexism allegations, and former first lady Michelle Obama discusses "Waffles + Mochi" and Pass the Love. |
Monday · 5 years ago |
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75. Eric Andre Trevor covers heartwarming news during the pandemic, Desi Lydic explores the history of onscreen female orgasms, and comedian Eric Andre talks about his prank-based movie "Bad Trip." |
Tuesday · 5 years ago |
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76. Nomzamo Mbatha Trevor examines the all-encompassing scourge of violence against women, Dulce Sloan celebrates activist women athletes, and Nomzamo Mbatha talks about landing her role in "Coming 2 America." |
Wednesday · 5 years ago |
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77. Carl L. Hart Trevor highlights voter suppression in Georgia, Desi Lydic examines how the pandemic disproportionately harms working women, and Dr. Carl L. Hart discusses his book “Drug Use for Grown-Ups.” |
Monday · 5 years ago |
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78. Garrett Bradley & Morgan Freeman The notion of COVID-19 passports creates controversy, director Garrett Bradley discusses her documentary “Time,” and Morgan Freeman talks about his “Be There, This Is Your Shot” PSA. |
Tuesday · 5 years ago |
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79. Danielle Brooks Trevor explores the rise of NFTs, Michael Kosta and Roy Wood Jr. announce the winner of the 2020 Bracket of Bulls**t, and actor Danielle Brooks discusses “Robin Roberts Presents: Mahalia.” |
Wednesday · 5 years ago |
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80. Lee Isaac Chung Trevor highlights new culture war battles waged by conservatives, Desi Lydic Fox-splains Georgia’s controversial voting law, and director Lee Isaac Chung discusses his movie “Minari.” |
Thursday · 5 years ago |
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81. Miguel |
Monday · 5 years ago |
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82. Katherine Maher & Travon Free |
Tuesday · 5 years ago |
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83. Elizabeth Nyamayaro & Issa Rae |
Wednesday · 5 years ago |
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84. Skye Fitzgerald |
Thursday · 5 years ago |
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85. 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.” |
Monday · 5 years ago |
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86. 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." |
Tuesday · 5 years ago |
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87. 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.” |
Wednesday · 5 years ago |
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88. 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.” |
Thursday · 5 years ago |
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89. Michael B. Jordan Apple’s latest iPhone update rankles Facebook, Roy Wood Jr. highlights historic Black royals, and actor Michael B. Jordan talks about his role in “Tom Clancy’s Without Remorse.” |
Monday · 5 years ago |
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90. 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." |
Tuesday · 5 years ago |
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91. 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." |
Wednesday · 5 years ago |
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92. 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.” |
Thursday · 5 years ago |
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93. 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. |
Monday · 5 years ago |
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94. 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." |
Tuesday · 5 years ago |
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95. 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." |
Wednesday · 5 years ago |
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96. 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.” |
Thursday · 5 years ago |
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97. 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." |
Monday · 5 years ago |
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98. 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." |
Tuesday · 5 years ago |
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99. 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." |
Wednesday · 5 years ago |
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100. 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. |
Thursday · 5 years ago |
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101. 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." |
Monday · 5 years ago |
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102. 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." |
Tuesday · 5 years ago |
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103. 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." |
Wednesday · 5 years ago |
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104. 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.” |
Thursday · 5 years ago |
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105. 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.” |
Monday · 5 years ago |
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106. 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." |
Tuesday · 5 years ago |
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107. 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." |
Wednesday · 5 years ago |
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108. 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.” |
Thursday · 5 years ago |
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109. Anthony Fauci President Biden rolls out a major vaccination mandate, Roy Wood Jr. worries about the rise of the Mu COVID-19 variant, and Dr. Anthony Fauci talks vaccine disinformation. |
Monday · 5 years ago |
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110. Gabrielle Union Nicki Minaj makes an anti-vaccination appeal, Dulcé Sloan investigates a sperm recession in the U.S., and Gabrielle Union discusses "You Got Anything Stronger?," her new book of essays. |
Tuesday · 5 years ago |
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111. Carmelo Anthony Trevor highlights civilian deaths in Afghanistan, Desi Lydic examines the mis-treatment of women during childbirth, and Carmelo Anthony discusses “Where Tomorrows Aren’t Promised.” |
Wednesday · 5 years ago |
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112. LeVar Burton Anderson .Paak becomes Trevor’s bandleader, Trinidad health minister Terrence Deyalsingh responds to Nicki Minaj’s vaccination misinformation, and LeVar Burton discusses his diverse career. |
Thursday · 5 years ago |
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113. Aly Raisman |
Monday · 5 years ago |
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114. Rep. Pete Aguilar |
Tuesday · 5 years ago |
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115. Greta Thunberg |
Wednesday · 5 years ago |
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116. Jason Isbell Finale |
Thursday · 5 years ago |
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The Daily Show Season 26 FAQ
When does The Daily Show Season 26 come out?
The Daily Show Season 26 premiered Monday, September 28, 2020 on Comedy Central.
How many episodes are in The Daily Show Season 26?
The Daily Show Season 26 has 116 episodes.
Are new episodes of The Daily Show Season 26 released weekly?
New episodes are released daily.
When is the The Daily Show Season 26 finale?
The The Daily Show Season 26 finale (Episode 116) aired Thursday, September 23, 2021.
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