5. Patriotism
Craig speaks with fellow Americans, including Jason Biggs and a veteran who stormed Omaha Beach in Normandy, to unpack how we express patriotism; he discusses what it means and who gets to claim it.
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Craig Ferguson: American on Purpose is a documentary TV series that premiered on CNN on May 30, 2026. It has 1 season and 2 episodes so far and is still airing new episodes. The latest episode, Season 1 Episode 5 "Patriotism", aired on June 27, 2026.
Craig Ferguson travel coast-to-coast to explore the defining ideas, and contradictions, at the heart of the United States. Guided by his distinct humor and point of view, Ferguson examines the country's founding ideals while reflecting on his own experience becoming an American citizen. Along the way, he visits iconic locations and unexpected corners of the country and encounters a wide range of voices from comedians and entrepreneurs to historians and everyday Americans.
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2 episodes · 1 season
2026 · 5 episodes · Last episode: 4 months ago
Craig speaks with fellow Americans, including Jason Biggs and a veteran who stormed Omaha Beach in Normandy, to unpack how we express patriotism; he discusses what it means and who gets to claim it.
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The most recent episode of Craig Ferguson: American on Purpose, Season 1 Episode 5 "Patriotism", aired on June 27, 2026.
Craig Ferguson: American on Purpose has 1 season with 2 episodes in total.
Craig Ferguson: American on Purpose first aired on CNN on May 30, 2026.
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