Season 26
The Daily Show
116 EPISODES • 2020
Season 26 of The Daily Show was released on September 28 and consists of 116 episodes.

Season 25

Episodes

1: September 28, 2020 - Jane Goodall
Sep 28, 2020
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.
2: September 29, 2020 - Misty Copeland
Sep 29, 2020
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.”
3: September 30, 2020 - Al Sharpton & John Cena
Sep 30, 2020
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."
4: October 1, 2020 - Mariah Carey
Oct 1, 2020
5: October 5, 2020 - Jason Momoa & Kat Graham
Oct 5, 2020
6: October 6, 2020 - Jason Sudeikis
Oct 6, 2020
7: October 7, 2020 - Alexandra Pelosi & Colin Quinn
Oct 7, 2020
8: October 8, 2020 - Alex Wagner
Oct 8, 2020
9: October 13, 2020 - Anita Hill
Oct 13, 2020
10: October 14, 2020 - Wilmer Valderrama
Oct 14, 2020
11: October 15, 2020 - Andrew Cuomo & Nick Offerman
Oct 15, 2020
12: October 20, 2020 - Matthew McConaughey & Jose Andres
Oct 20, 2020
13: October 21, 2020 - Chris Rock
Oct 21, 2020
14: October 22, 2020 - Elizabeth Warren
Oct 22, 2020
15: October 23, 2020 - Alicia Garza & Rashida Jones
Oct 23, 2020
16: October 26, 2020 - Bruce Springsteen
Oct 26, 2020
17: October 27, 2020 - Chelsea Handler
Oct 27, 2020
18: October 28, 2020 - Ice Cube
Oct 28, 2020
19: October 29, 2020 - Kamala Harris
Oct 29, 2020
20: Michael Harriot
Nov 2, 2020
21: Live Coverage of Election Night
Nov 3, 2020
22: Geraldo Cadava & Evan Osnos
Nov 4, 2020
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.
23: Soledad O'Brien
Nov 5, 2020
24: Ruby Bridges & Anthony Anderson
Nov 9, 2020
25: Lenny Kravitz
Nov 10, 2020
26: Halsey
Nov 11, 2020
27: Megan Rapinoe & Forest Whitaker
Nov 12, 2020
28: Ta-Nehisi Coates
Nov 16, 2020
29: Kevin Hart
Nov 17, 2020
30: Lucy McBath & Lindsey Vonn
Nov 18, 2020
31: Bill Gates
Nov 19, 2020
32: Stephen Curry
Nov 30, 2020
33: Ernest Cline & Rosie Perez
Dec 1, 2020
34: Brit Bennett & Michael J. Fox
Dec 2, 2020
35: Ludacris
Dec 3, 2020
36: Method Man
Dec 7, 2020
37: Ijeoma Oluo & Busta Rhymes
Dec 8, 2020
38: George Wallace
Dec 9, 2020
39: Rachel Maddow & Bryan Cranston
Dec 10, 2020
40: Pharrell Williams
Dec 14, 2020
41: Barack Obama
Dec 15, 2020
42: James Corden & Tessa Thompson
Dec 16, 2020
43: Carey Mulligan
Jan 19, 2021
44: Stacey Abrams
Jan 20, 2021
45: Jelani Cobb
Jan 21, 2021
46: Nnamdi Asomugha
Jan 25, 2021
47: Stanley Nelson
Jan 26, 2021
48: Amanda Gorman
Jan 27, 2021
49: Doug Henwood & Regina King
Jan 28, 2021
50: Jeremy O. Harris
Feb 1, 2021
51: Ibram X. Kendi
Feb 2, 2021
52: Dax Shepard
Feb 3, 2021
53: Cori Bush
Feb 4, 2021
54: Atul Gawande & Leonard Fournette
Feb 8, 2021
55: Robin Roberts & Noah Centineo
Feb 9, 2021
56: Radha Blank
Feb 10, 2021
57: Daniel Kaluuya
Feb 11, 2021
58: Neil Patrick Harris
Feb 15, 2021
59: Bill Gates
Feb 16, 2021
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.”
60: Heather McGhee
Feb 17, 2021
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.”
61: Russell Westbrook
Feb 18, 2021
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.
62: Sharon McMahon
Feb 22, 2021
The Texas winter storm crisis continues, Michael Kosta investigates avian election fraud, and Sharon McMahon talks about fighting misinformation via her Instagram account SharonSaysSo.
63: Hugh Evans
Feb 23, 2021
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.
64: Andra Day
Feb 24, 2021
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.”
65: Kevin Garnett
Feb 25, 2021
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.”
66: Marlee Matlin
Mar 1, 2021
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.”
67: Adam Kinzinger & H.E.R.
Mar 2, 2021
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.”
68: Kelly Marie Tran
Mar 3, 2021
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.”
69: Michael Kiwanuka
Mar 4, 2021
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.”
70: Eddie Murphy
Mar 15, 2021
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."
71: Rebecca Carroll & Precious Lee
Mar 16, 2021
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.
72: Cynthia Erivo
Mar 17, 2021
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."
73: Arsenio Hall
Mar 18, 2021
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."
74: Michelle Obama
Mar 22, 2021
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.
75: Eric Andre
Mar 23, 2021
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."
76: Nomzamo Mbatha
Mar 24, 2021
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."
77: Carl L. Hart
Apr 5, 2021
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.”
78: Garrett Bradley & Morgan Freeman
Apr 6, 2021
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.
79: Danielle Brooks
Apr 7, 2021
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.”
80: Lee Isaac Chung
Apr 8, 2021
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.”
81: Miguel
Apr 12, 2021
82: Katherine Maher & Travon Free
Apr 13, 2021
83: Elizabeth Nyamayaro & Issa Rae
Apr 14, 2021
84: Skye Fitzgerald
Apr 15, 2021
85: Vic Mensa
Apr 26, 2021
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.”
86: Tarana Burke & Brené Brown
Apr 27, 2021
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."
87: Anthony Mackie
Apr 28, 2021
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.”
88: Mazie K. Hirono & George Lopez
Apr 29, 2021
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.”
89: Michael B. Jordan
May 3, 2021
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.”
90: Elizabeth Warren
May 4, 2021
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."
91: Selma van de Perre
May 5, 2021
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."
92: Alex Gibney & Sara Bareilles
May 6, 2021
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.”
93: Ian Manuel & Candace Parker
May 10, 2021
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.
94: J Balvin
May 11, 2021
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."
95: Michelle Zauner
May 12, 2021
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."
96: Frank Luntz & Thuso Mbedu
May 13, 2021
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.”
97: Sharon Stone
May 17, 2021
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."
98: Salima Koroma
May 18, 2021
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."
99: Barry Jenkins & Logan Paul
May 19, 2021
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."
100: Jeremy Lin
May 20, 2021
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.
101: Indya Moore
Jun 7, 2021
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."
102: Gina Yashere & Chris Bosh
Jun 8, 2021
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."
103: Yvonne Orji
Jun 9, 2021
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."
104: Nick Kolcheff & Anthony Ramos
Jun 10, 2021
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.”
105: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
Jun 14, 2021
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.”
106: Christian Pulisic & Lin-Manuel Miranda
Jun 15, 2021
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."
107: Ashley C. Ford & Sam Jay
Jun 16, 2021
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."
108: Mary J. Blige
Jun 17, 2021
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.”
109: Anthony Fauci
Sep 13, 2021
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.
110: Gabrielle Union
Sep 14, 2021
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.
111: Carmelo Anthony
Sep 15, 2021
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.”
112: LeVar Burton
Sep 16, 2021
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.
113: Aly Raisman
Sep 20, 2021
114: Rep. Pete Aguilar
Sep 21, 2021
115: Greta Thunberg
Sep 22, 2021
116: Jason Isbell
Sep 23, 2021
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