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Stephen Colbert Presents Tooning Out the News Season 2 Episodes

Season 2 Episode Guide

121 Episodes 2021 - 2021

Episode 1

3/4/21 SEASON PREMIERE (Fareed Zakaria/Gov. Jared Polis/Ed O'Keefe/Yamiche Alcindor)

Thu, Mar 4, 2021 30 mins

The desk investigates the sexual harassment accusations made against Governor Andrew Cuomo. Later, an in-depth discussion of Donald Trump's CPAC rally and Biden's take on the MBS-Khashoggi report.

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Episode 2

3/9/21 INSIDE THE HILL (Jeh Johnson)

Tue, Mar 9, 2021 8 mins

Former Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson discusses President Biden's stance on immigration, as well as weighs in on Oprah Winfrey's interview with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.

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Episode 3

3/10/21 VIRTUE SIGNAL (Charles Blow)

Wed, Mar 10, 2021 13 mins

The team at Virtue Signal investigates the events leading to the attacks against Asian Americans alongside Charles Blow, a columnist for the New York Times. Later, the desk discusses cancel culture as it applies to the Looney Tunes controversy.

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Episode 4

3/11/21 HOT TAKE (Rep. Madeleine Dean)

Thu, Mar 11, 2021 7 mins

The team plays a game of popular culture fast facts and later assesses the GOP infiltration by former President Donald Trump.

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Episode 5

3/12/21 THE ESTABLISHMENT (SEN. TINA SMITH)

Fri, Mar 12, 2021 9 mins

Senator Tina Smith joins a panel of Washington insiders to talk about the Covid relief bill. Featuring Piers Morgan's outbursts, filibuster reform, and an odd look back at the winners and losers of the pandemic.

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Episode 6

3/12/21 WEEK IN REVIEW (Jeh Johnson/Charles Blow/Rep. Madeleine Dean/Sen. Tina Smith)

Fri, Mar 12, 2021 40 mins

This week's top stories include the royal family interview, the historic COVID relief bill, and a deep-dive into the latest culture wars.

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Episode 7

3/16/21 HOT TAKE (Nina Turner)

Tue, Mar 16, 2021 9 mins

The team at Hot Take investigates the H.R. 1 voting rights bill alongside Nina Turner, a candidate for the Ohio eleventh congressional district. Later, a deep dive into Governor Cuomo's response to the accusations made against him on the grounds of sexual harassment.

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Episode 8

3/17/21 INSIDE THE HILL (Rep. Jimmy Gomez)

Wed, Mar 17, 2021 8 mins

The desk parses the latest bill to provide financial relief to those impacted by COVID-19. Later, an investigation into the causes leading to expressed doubt over the COVID-19 vaccine.

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Episode 9

3/18/21 BIG NEWS (Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse)

Thu, Mar 18, 2021 9 mins

The team at Big News pays their respects to the hate crimes victims in Atlanta and their families. Later, Senator Sheldon Whitehouse analyzes the poor attempt to investigate Brett Kavanaugh's background.

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Episode 10

3/19/21 THE ESTABLISHMENT (Ross Douthat)

Fri, Mar 19, 2021 9 mins

Ross Douthat of the New York Times discusses the crisis at the southern border and the Establishment breaks down the latest developments in the Atlanta mass shooting.

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Episode 11

3/19/21 WEEK IN REVIEW (Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse/Nina Turner/Ross Douthat/Rep. Jimmy Gomez)

Mon, Mar 22, 2021 40 mins

Stories include the horrific hate crime in Atlanta, Gov. Cuomo's scandals, the filibuster debate, and more.

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Episode 12

3/23/21 HOT TAKE (Rep. Jason Crow)

Tue, Mar 23, 2021 8 mins

Rep. Jason Crow helps break down the border crisis. Plus, Associate Professor of Neurology at Harvard Medical School Dr. Maitreyi Mazumdar offers insight into Biden's Air Force One fall.

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Episode 13

3/24/21 VIRTUE SIGNAL (Marc Lamont Hill)

Wed, Mar 24, 2021 7 mins

The team at Virtue Signal parses the governmental efforts to reform firearm legislation. Later, the hosts investigate President Joe Biden's proposed infrastructure bill, which could cost the nation upwards of three trillion dollars.

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Episode 14

3/25/21 INSIDE THE HILL (Gov. Phil Murphy)

Thu, Mar 25, 2021 9 mins

The hosts assess the Biden administration's efforts to manage firearm usage in America, as well as the campaigns to overhaul infrastructure spending. Later, the team parses the accusations made against Goldman Sachs.

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Episode 15

3/26/21 BIG NEWS (Weijia Jiang)

Fri, Mar 26, 2021 8 mins

An analysis of Joe Biden's first press conference in the role of president, as well as increasing pressures in the Senate for gun control.

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Episode 16

3/26/21 WEEK IN REVIEW (Weijia Jiang/Gov. Phil Murphy/Rep. Jason Crow/Marc Lamont Hill)

Fri, Mar 26, 2021 39 mins

Topics include President Biden's first press conference; the push for gun reform; exploitation of the southern border crisis; and more.

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Episode 17

3/30/21 BIG NEWS (Margaret Hoover)

Tue, Mar 30, 2021 8 mins

The desk parses the promises Preside Joe Biden offers in his Build Back Better proposal. Later, PBS's Margaret Hoover investigates the emergence of the voter suppression law in Georgia and the events unfolding in the Suez Canal.

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Episode 18

3/31/21 HOT TAKE (Rep. Mondaire Jones)

Wed, Mar 31, 2021 8 mins

Rep. Mondaire Jones discusses Trump's latest attack on Fauci. Lil Nas X's latest demonic music video is mentioned, as well as anti-trans legislation.

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Episode 19

4/1/21 THE ESTABLISHMENT (Rob Reiner)

Thu, Apr 1, 2021 11 mins

The Establishment look into Biden's proposed infrastructure bill. The underage sex allegations against Rep. Matt Gaetz and more are discussed.

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Episode 20

4/2/21 VIRTUE SIGNAL (Kara Swisher)

Fri, Apr 2, 2021 9 mins

Kara Swisher joins the panel to discuss the Matt Gaetz scandal and marijuana legislation. Kylie creates her own Covid-19 vaccine song.

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Episode 21

4/2/21 WEEK IN REVIEW (Rob Reiner/Rep. Mondaire Jones/Kara Swisher/Margaret Hoover)

Fri, Apr 2, 2021 41 mins

Top stories include: Matt Gaetz's underage sex trafficking allegations; and Lil Nas X's controversial music video.

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Episode 22

4/13/21 THE ESTABLISHMENT (Jonathan Allen and Amie Parnes)

Tue, Apr 13, 2021 11 mins

The crew breaks down the latest in Matt Gaetz's sex trafficking allegations; Tucker Carlson's shocking theory; and John Boehner's attack on the party he helped create with authors Jonathan Allen and Amie Parnes.

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Episode 23

4/14/21 BIG NEWS (Judy Woodruff)

Wed, Apr 14, 2021 9 mins

Judy Woodruff reports on the police killing of Daunte Wright.

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Episode 24

4/15/21 INSIDE THE HILL (Willie Geist)

Thu, Apr 15, 2021 8 mins

The desk discusses President Joe Biden's decision to withdraw American soldiers from Afghanistan. Later, an investigation into the FDA's decision to halt distribution of the Johnson and Johnson COVID-19 vaccine.

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Episode 25

4/16/21 VIRTUE SIGNAL (Rep. Ritchie Torres)

Fri, Apr 16, 2021 9 mins

Representative Ritchie Torres examines the passing of Bernie Madoff and offers his perspective on President Joe Biden's order to withdraw American influence in Afghanistan.

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Episode 26

4/16/21 WEEK IN REVIEW (Judy Woodruff/Willie Geist/Jonathan Allen & Amie Parnes/Rep. Ritchie Torres)

Fri, Apr 16, 2021 42 mins

Stephen Colbert assesses the sex trafficking scandal involving Matt Gaetz and pays tribute to shooting victim Daunte wright.

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Episode 27

4/20/21 HOT TAKE (Shannon Watts)

Tue, Apr 20, 2021 10 mins

The desk parses the increase in gun violence across the United States in the spring of 2021, as well as the verdict of Derek Chauvin's court case. Later, Moms Demand Action founder Shannon Watts offers her take on contemporary politics.

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Episode 28

4/21/21 VIRTUE SIGNAL (Tara Palmeri)

Wed, Apr 21, 2021 8 mins

Reactions over the Derek Chauvin guilty verdict with Journalist Tara Palmeri.

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Episode 29

4/22/21 Inside The Hill (Sen. Jeff Merkley)

Thu, Apr 22, 2021 8 mins

The desk parses the verdict of Derek Chauvin's trial for the death of George Floyd. Later, Senator Jeff Merkley offers his take on the recently proposed For the People Act.

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Episode 30

4/23/21 THE ESTABLISHMENT (Rep. Raul Ruiz)

Fri, Apr 23, 2021 10 mins

Representative Raul Ruiz analyzes the significance of Joe Lieberman's return to political office. Later, the desk assesses the outcomes of President Joe Biden's Climate Summit.

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Episode 31

4/23/21 WEEK IN REVIEW (Sen. Jeff Merkley, Rep. Raul Ruiz, Tara Palmeri, Shannon Watts)

Fri, Apr 23, 2021 41 mins

The team revisits the verdict of Derek Chauvin's trial, President Joe Biden's Climate Summit, and legislative moves towards reforming fire arms regulations.

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Episode 32

4/27/21 HOT TAKE (Michael Cohen)

Tue, Apr 27, 2021 14 mins

Former attorney to Donald Trump Michael Cohen opens up about his recent house arrest, as well as the controversial investigation into Trump's tax history.

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Episode 33

4/28/21 BIG NEWS (Gov. Ned Lamont)

Wed, Apr 28, 2021 9 mins

The team at Big News parses Tucker Carlson's perspective on wearing masks in public, as well as the verdict from the 2020 census.

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Episode 34

4/29/21 SPECIAL COVERAGE (Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz)

Thu, Apr 29, 2021 12 mins

A panel featuring Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz assesses the 2021 pandemic situation as well as President Joe Biden's proposed reforms for firearm ownership, immigration, and police powers.

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Episode 35

4/30/21 INSIDE THE HILL (Sen. Alex Padilla)

Fri, Apr 30, 2021 7 mins

Breaking down Biden's first joint address to Congress with guest Sen. Alex Padilla. Also: the raid on Rudy Giuliani by the FBI.

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Episode 36

4/30/21 WEEK IN REVIEW (Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz/Michael Cohen/Gov. Ned Lamont /Sen. Alex Padilla)

Fri, Apr 30, 2021 45 mins

Stories include: President Biden's first joint address to Congress; the possible prosecution of Donald Trump; and nationwide loosening of COVID restrictions.

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Episode 37

5/4/21 VIRTUE SIGNAL (Rep. Ruben Gallego)

Tue, May 4, 2021 9 mins

Highlights include: updates on the COVID-19 pandemic; Stephanie Ruhle's clap back to Biden's tax increases on the rich; the GOP's war against Mitt Romney and Liz Cheney; and Hillary Clinton's statements on Afghanistan withdrawal.

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Episode 38

5/5/21 THE ESTABLISHMENT (Rev. William J. Barber II)

Wed, May 5, 2021 10 mins

Highlights include: the GOP's revolt against Liz Cheney; the Bill and Melinda Gates divorce; Rudy Giuliani's FBI raid reaction; and the latest calls for police reform with guest Rev. William J. Barber II.

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Episode 39

5/6/21 BIG NEWS (Michael Lewis)

Thu, May 6, 2021 10 mins

The panel assesses Facebook's verdict of maintaining their ban on former president Donald Trump. Later, author Michael Lewis entertains the staff's ideas for a new manuscript.

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Episode 40

HOT TAKE (Rep. Eleanor Holmes Norton)

Fri, May 7, 2021 30 mins

Hot Take explores Trump's social media ban and Brian Kilmeade's takedown of a kid. Rep. Eleanor Holmes Norton discusses D.C. statehood.

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Episode 41

5/7/21 WEEK IN REVIEW (Rev. William J. Barber II/Michael Lewis/Rep. Eleanor Holmes

Fri, May 7, 2021 45 mins

Highlights include: reports on Facebook's Trump ban; Brian Kilmeade's disagreement with a sixth-grader; and the fight for Washington D.C. statehood with Rep. Eleanor Holmes Norton.

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Episode 42

5/18/21 INSIDE THE HILL (Gov. Ed Rendell)

Tue, May 18, 2021 8 mins

The panel reports on the escalating Israeli-Palestinian conflict; Bill Gates' scandal; and the latest Matt Gaetz bombshells. Also: former Pennsylvania Gov. Ed Rendell is spotlighted.

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Episode 43

5/19/21 VIRTUE SIGNAL (Rep. Marie Newman)

Wed, May 19, 2021 9 mins

The panel reports on Biden's response to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict; loosened mask guidelines for vaccinated Americans; and Amazon's new employee wellness program. Also: Rep. Marie Newman tackles the wave of anti-trans legislation.

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Episode 44

5/20/21 BIG NEWS (Dr. Ibram X. Kendi)

Thu, May 20, 2021 11 mins

The team at Big News assesses the American desire for a ceasefire in the Israel-Palestine conflict. Later, Dr. Ibram X. Kendi offers his perspective on Andrew Giuliani's campaign for the governorship of New York.

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Episode 45

5/21/21 THE ESTABLISHMENT (Eugene Daniels)

Fri, May 21, 2021 10 mins

The desk discusses the cease-fire order between Israel and Gaza, and later welcomes Politico's Eugene Daniels to offer his take on the January 2021 capitol insurrection incident.

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Episode 46

5/21/21 WEEK IN REVIEW (Eugene Daniels/Rep. Marie Newman /Dr. Ibram X. Kendi/Gov. Ed Rendell)

Fri, May 21, 2021 42 mins

The top stories include the Israeli–Palestinian conflict; the January 6th commission; UFOs; and Bill Gates' scandals.

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Episode 47

5/25/21 THE ESTABLISHMENT (Eleanor Clift)

Tue, May 25, 2021 30 mins

The Daily Beast's Eleanor Clift reviews the coronavirus laboratory results from May 2021, as well as the controversial rise of Marjorie Taylor Greene.

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Episode 48

5/26/21 VIRTUE SIGNAL (Preet Bharara)

Wed, May 26, 2021 30 mins

The panel offers their perspective on the continuing guilt over the global pandemic. Later, a reflection on the one-year anniversary of the death of George Floyd.

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Episode 49

5/27/21 INSIDE THE HILL (Patrick Radden Keefe)

Thu, May 27, 2021 9 mins

The crew debates on Biden's progressive agenda; the January 6th commission; and the criminal investigation into Donald Trump. Also: a dive into the Sackler family with Patrick Radden Keefe.

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Episode 50

5/28/21 HOT TAKE (Sebastian Junger)

Fri, May 28, 2021 9 mins

Highlights include the rumors of a Trump 2024 campaign; the Wuhan lab leak theory; and Marjorie Taylor Greene's latest controversial comments. Also: author Sebastian Junger stops by.

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Episode 51

5/28/21 WEEK IN REVIEW (Preet Bharara/Sebastian Junger/Patrick Radden Keefe/Eleanor Clift)

Fri, May 28, 2021 42 mins

The desk parses new hypotheses over the role of the Wuhan Lab in the spread of the pandemic, as well as Marjorie Taylor Greene's controversial opinions.

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Episode 52

6/8/21 INSIDE THE HILL (Ben Rhodes)

Tue, Jun 8, 2021 9 mins

The desk assesses Joe Manchin's defense of the filibuster in his op-ed piece, as well as the resurgence in support for former president Donald Trump.

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Episode 53

6/9/21 HOT TAKE (Rep. Judy Chu)

Wed, Jun 9, 2021 10 mins

The Hot Take team assesses former president Donald Trump's plans for the 2024 election, as well as new evidence regarding the insurrection of the capitol building in early 2021.

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Episode 54

6/10/21 BIG NEWS (Michael Beschloss)

Thu, Jun 10, 2021 10 mins

Covering the Biden administration's push for infrastructure legislation; ProPublica's report about how the rich avoid income taxes; and the President's first foreign trip with historian Michael Beschloss.

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Episode 55

6/11/21 SMART TALK TONIGHT (Salman Rushdie)

Fri, Jun 11, 2021 12 mins

Newsman Kenneth Parsons sits down with author Salman Rushdie to discuss the limits of free speech; Biden's response to the murder of Jamal Khashoggi is scrutinized; and author Chip Gaines is spotlighted.

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Episode 56

6/11/21 WEEK IN REVIEW (Rep. Judy Chu/Salman Rushdie/Michael Beschloss/Ben Rhodes)

Fri, Jun 11, 2021 44 mins

Highlights include: discussions on Donald Trump's 2024 running mate; revelations regarding the Jan 6. Insurrection at the U.S. Capitol; and the Logan Paul-Floyd Mayweather fight with Rep. Judy Chu.

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Episode 57

6/15/21 VIRTUE SIGNAL (Anthony Mason)

Tue, Jun 15, 2021 9 mins

The team at Virtue Signal digs into the controversy of former President Donald Trump's subpoena. Later, CBS This Morning's Anthony Mason assesses the 2021 obstruction of voting rights in the Senate.

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Episode 58

6/16/21 THE ESTABLISHMENT (Rep. Sara Jacobs)

Wed, Jun 16, 2021 11 mins

The hosts assess the policies spearheading President Joe Biden's 2021 meeting with Vladimir Putin. Later, Representative Sara Jacobs parses Mitch McConnell's promises made in the Supreme Court.

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Episode 59

6/17/21 BIG NEWS (Andy Slavitt)

Thu, Jun 17, 2021 9 mins

The hosts parse the most significant discussion points in President Joe Biden's meeting with Vladimir Putin. Later, ex-White House Senior advisor for COVID Response Andy Slavitt analyzes the reopening of the United States.

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Episode 60

6/18/21 HOT TAKE (Rep. Veronica Escobar)

Fri, Jun 18, 2021 8 mins

The team at Hot Take assesses Vladimir Putin's takedown of President Joe Biden, as well as the abolition of critical race theory in Texas.

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Episode 61

6/18/21 WEEK IN REVIEW (Rep. Veronica Escobar/Anthony Mason/Rep. Sara Jacobs/Andy Slavitt)

Fri, Jun 18, 2021 39 mins

A reexamining of President Joe Biden's tense meeting with Vladimir Putin, the investigation into the alleged criminal activities of former President Donald Trump's administration, and the easing of COVID-19 restrictions throughout America.

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Episode 62

6/22/21 BIG NEWS (Rep. André Carson)

Tue, Jun 22, 2021 8 mins

The panel breaks down the battle over voting rights; the latest in the infrastructure saga; and the rumors of Trump running for Speaker of the House. Also: and Dr. Fauci's new press tour with Rep. Andre Carson.

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Episode 63

6/23/21 THE ESTABLISHMENT (Sen. John Hickenlooper)

Wed, Jun 23, 2021 10 mins

The team assesses the verdict of the final vote towards a controversial legislative act. Later, Senator John Hickenlooper offers his perspective on the investigations into the activities of the Trump Organization.

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Episode 64

6/24/21 INSIDE THE HILL (Ziwe)

Thu, Jun 24, 2021 10 mins

The team analyzes Andrew Yang's inability to secure the mayoral ticket in the New York City Democratic primary, as well as the fallout from the For the People Act.

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Episode 65

6/25/21 VIRTUE SIGNAL (Rep. Eric Swalwell)

Fri, Jun 25, 2021 9 mins

The desk parses President Joe Biden's infrastructure legislation, as well as Vice President Kamala Harris's investigation of the Mexican-American border.

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Episode 66

WEEK IN REVIEW (Sen. John Hickenlooper/Rep. Eric Swalwell/Ziwe/ Rep. André Carson)

Fri, Jun 25, 2021 39 mins

An analysis of the controversies surrounding the For the People Act, as well as a look into the evidence supporting former President Donald Trump's alleged bid to run for Speaker of the House.

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Episode 67

6/29/21 THE ESTABLISHMENT (Sen. Mazie Hirono)

Tue, Jun 29, 2021 9 mins

Highlights include: President Biden's infrastructure bill; the latest in the Trump investigation; Gov. DeSantis's response to the Miami Beach condo building collapse; and previews the GOP's 2022 election plans with Sen. Mazie Hirono.

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Episode 68

6/30/21 VIRTUE SIGNAL (Wes Moore)

Wed, Jun 30, 2021 9 mins

Highlights include: guest Wes Moore's campaign for Governor of Maryland against former DNC chair Tom Perez; President Biden's baller infrastructure tour; Nancy Pelosi's bipartisan January 6th commission; and the Manhattan DA's investigation into the Trump Organization.

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Episode 69

7/1/21 INSIDE THE HILL (Steve Rattner)

Thu, Jul 1, 2021 8 mins

The team calls for the 25th amendment in response to President Joe Biden's tax increases, as well as investigates the potential reasons behind the destruction of the Surfside condo.

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Episode 70

7/2/21 HOT TAKE (Jonathan Capehart & Craig Fugate)

Fri, Jul 2, 2021 11 mins

The desk parses the implications of Donald Trump's announcement regarding the 2024 election, as well as disgraced actor Bill Cosby's 2021 prison sentence abatement.

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Episode 71

WEEK IN REVIEW (Jonathan Capehart & Craig Fugate/Sen. Mazie Hirono/Steve Rattner/Wes Moore)

Fri, Jul 2, 2021 42 mins

The news anchors assess the destruction of the Surfside condo, President Joe Biden's campaign to restructure the government, and the July 2021 indictments of the Trump Organization.

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Episode 72

7/13/21 INSIDE THE HILL (Rainn Wilson & Reza Aslan)

Tue, Jul 13, 2021 8 mins

Highlights include: audio clips from the 2021 Conservative Political Action Conference in Dallas; Richard Branson's flight to space. Also, podcasters Rainn Wilson and Reza Aslan discuss the endeavor to vaccinate the hesitant.

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Episode 73

7/14/21 BIG NEWS (Rep. Sharice Davids)

Wed, Jul 14, 2021 11 mins

The team assesses reported side effects from the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine, as well as President Joe Biden's campaign for extended voting rights. Later, Representative Sharice Davids lends her perspective on the war on Afghanistan.

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Episode 74

7/15/21 HOT TAKE (P.J. O'Rourke)

Thu, Jul 15, 2021 8 mins

The anchors critique the substantial Democratic budget, as well as the public relations debacle of the Texas Democratic Party. Later, author P.J. O'Rourke discusses pop star Olivia Rodrigo's press conference at the White House.

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Episode 75

7/16/21 VIRTUE SIGNAL (Ed Asner)

Fri, Jul 16, 2021 10 mins

The team assesses the proposed spending bill from the Democratic party, as well as the party's initiative to decriminalize marijuana possession. Later, actor Ed Asner offers his perspective on former president George W. Bush's statements.

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Episode 76

7/16/21 WEEK IN REVIEW (Rep. Sharice Davids/Ed Asner/Rainn Wilson & Reza Aslan/P.J. O'Rourke)

Fri, Jul 16, 2021 41 mins

A review of the hefty proposed Democratic infrastructure plan as well as former president Donald Trump's speech at the CPAC conference.

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Episode 77

7/20/21 INSIDE THE HILL (Sheera Frenkel & Cecilia Kang)

Tue, Jul 20, 2021 10 mins

An analysis of Chuck Schumer's push for premature voting on the president's infrastructure bill. Later, Representative Jahana Hayes assesses Kevin McCarthy's nominations for the January 6th commission.

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Episode 78

7/21/21 THE ESTABLISHMENT (Rep. Jahana Hayes)

Wed, Jul 21, 2021 11 mins

Highlights include: reactions to Chuck Schumer's call for an early vote on the infrastructure deal; Kevin McCarthy's appointees to the Jan. 6th commission; and Jeff Bezos's Blue Origin rocket launch with Rep. Jahana Hayes.

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Episode 79

7/22/21 HOT TAKE (Howard Fineman)

Thu, Jul 22, 2021 9 mins

Hot Take discusses Sean Hannity's betrayal and the Democrats' wasteful spending. Jeff Bezos' plan to pollute space is discussed with Howard Fineman.

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Episode 80

7/23/21 BIG NEWS (Sen. Michael Bennet)

Fri, Jul 23, 2021 9 mins

A look back at the stories of the week, including Andrew Giuliani's business investigation. Chuck Schumer's vote, Jeff Bezos' space flight, and the Olympics COVID issues are also discussed.

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Episode 81

7/23/21 WEEK IN REVIEW (Rep. Jahana Hayes/Howard Fineman/Sen. Michael Bennet/Sheera Frenkel & Cecilia Kang)

Fri, Jul 23, 2021 42 mins

The hosts reassess the search through Andrew Giuliani's records for his alleged small business, as well as Chuck Schumer's call for a premature vote on President Joe Biden's infrastructure plan.

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Episode 82

7/27/21 HOT TAKE (James Carville)

Tue, Jul 27, 2021 15 mins

Highlights from Trump's "Protect Our Elections Rally"; the start of the Jan. 6th commission; and reports on the Tokyo Olympics. Also: the storied career of guest James Carville.

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Episode 83

7/28/21 THE ESTABLISHMENT (Dr. Vivek Murthy and Rep. Jake Auchincloss)

Wed, Jul 28, 2021 11 mins

The Establishment examines the CDC's mask guidelines with Surgeon General Vivek Murthy. Chuck Schumer threatens to cancel the August recess. The reaction to the "woke Olympics" is discussed with Rep. Jake Auchincloss.

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Episode 84

7/29/21 VIRTUE SIGNAL (Rep. Marc Veasey)

Thu, Jul 29, 2021 10 mins

Virtue Signal discusses the reasons for Simone Biles' withdrawal from the Olympics. Liz Cheney's commission win, the new mask guidelines, and more is discussed. Featuring Rep. Marc Veasey.

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Episode 85

7/30/21 SMART TALK TONIGHT (Deepak Chopra)

Fri, Jul 30, 2021 18 mins

Dr. Ike Bloom and Deepak Chopra engage in a thought-provoking conversation regarding spirituality, wellness, and cultivating meaningful relationships.

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Episode 86

7/30/21 WEEK IN REVIEW (James Carville/Dr. Vivek Murthy and Rep. Jake Auchincloss/Deepak Chopra/Rep. Marc Veasey)

Fri, Jul 30, 2021 57 mins

Dr. Ike discusses meditation and pseudo-science with author Deepak Chopra. He discusses his relationships with celebrities, such as Oprah and Michael Jackson.

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Episode 87

8/3/21 INSIDE THE HILL (Philip Rucker and Carol Leonnig)

Tue, Aug 3, 2021 10 mins

The desk parses new COVID-19 communications from the federal administration, as well as its disbandment of the eviction moratorium. Later, authors Philip Rucker and Carol Leonnig offer their perspectives on Donald Trump's plans for the 2024 election.

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Episode 88

8/4/21 THE ESTABLISHMENT (Lawrence Wright)

Wed, Aug 4, 2021 9 mins

The team reacts to the media announcement charging Governor Andrew Cuomo with sexual harassment as well as the overflow of unsettling messaging on Donald Trump's social media platform GETTR.

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Episode 89

8/5/21 BIG NEWS (Peter Bergen)

Thu, Aug 5, 2021 10 mins

The hosts assess the likelihood of Governor Andrew Cuomo's resignation. Later, an assessment of President Joe Biden's legislation to demand COVID-19 vaccines.

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Episode 90

8/6/21 HOT TAKE (Dr. Cornel West)

Fri, Aug 6, 2021 11 mins

The team at Hot Take assesses the public outcry against Governor Andrew Cuomo and the government's plans to make vaccination amongst its military mandatory.

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Episode 91

8/6/2021 WEEK IN REVIEW (Peter Bergen/Cornel West/Philip Rucker and Carol Leonnig/Lawrence Wright)

Fri, Aug 6, 2021 42 mins

A look back at the allegations against Governor Andrew Cuomo, as well as the divisive push for vaccines across the nation by the federal government.

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Episode 92

8/10/21 THE ESTABLISHMENT (Robert Draper)

Tue, Aug 10, 2021 10 mins

Highlights include: reports on Donald Trump's take on vaccine mandates; the passing of the $3.5 trillion bipartisan infrastructure plan; the fallout from the Cuomo harassment report; and author Robert Draper on "To Start a War: How the Bush Administration Took America Into Iraq."

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Episode 93

8/11/21 HOT TAKE (Cullen Hoback)

Wed, Aug 11, 2021 10 mins

Highlights include: Gov. Andrew Cuomo's resignation; the bombshell U.N. climate change report; the $1 trillion-dollar bipartisan infrastructure deal; the fierce debate around vaccine mandates; and Director Cullen Hoback on "Q: Into The Storm."

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Episode 94

8/12/21 VIRTUE SIGNAL (Rep. Darren Soto)

Thu, Aug 12, 2021 8 mins

The desk assesses the benefits and risks of the substantial bipartisan infrastructure deal. Later, Representative Darren Soto interrogates the rising cases of COVID-19 in Florida.

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Episode 95

8/13/21 BIG NEWS (Katty Kay)

Fri, Aug 13, 2021 9 mins

A deep dive into the proposed Spending Bill, as well as the Taliban's unexpected gain of ground.

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Episode 96

8/13/21 WEEK IN REVIEW (Robert Draper/Cullen Hoback/Katty Kay/Rep. Darren Soto)

Fri, Aug 13, 2021 38 mins

The desk assesses Andrew Cuomo's unexpected resignation, as well as the government's passing of a substantial infrastructure plan.

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Episode 97

8/24/21 VIRTUE SIGNAL (Gen. Wesley Clark)

Tue, Aug 24, 2021 9 mins

The desk dissects President Joe Biden's order to withdraw from Afghanistan, as well as the popular misconception to utilize livestock medication to treat COVID-19.

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Episode 98

8/25/21 BIG NEWS (Rep. Mark Takano)

Wed, Aug 25, 2021 8 mins

The team at Big News assesses the House's approval of the substantial infrastructure plan, as well as discussing Biden's decision to withdraw from Afghanistan alongside Representative Mark Takano.

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Episode 99

8/26/21 INSIDE THE HILL (Touré)

Thu, Aug 26, 2021 8 mins

The desk parses the effects of the American retreat from Afghanistan, as well as the decree from Goldman Sachs regarding COVID-19 vaccines.

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Episode 100

8/27/21 COUNTDOWN TO TRUMP'S REINSTATEMENT

Fri, Aug 27, 2021 37 mins

A special panel discussion on the countdown to Trump's reinstatement. Including a ranking of right-wing grifters, the MAGA mind, and a round table of Trump followers.

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Episode 101

8/27/21 WEEK IN REVIEW (Gen. Wesley Clark/Rep. Mark Takano/Touré)

Fri, Aug 27, 2021 27 mins

A review of the withdrawal of American troops from Afghanistan, as well as the House's approval of the substantial government infrastructure bill.

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Episode 102

8/31/21 THE ESTABLISHMENT (Rep. RAUL GRIJALVA)

Tue, Aug 31, 2021 10 mins

The desk further assesses the withdrawal of American troops from Afghanistan and the lingering effects of the war. Later, Representative Raul Grijalva reflects on continued COVID-19 mandates across the country.

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Episode 103

9/1/2021 INSIDE THE HILL (Rep. Mike Levin)

Wed, Sep 1, 2021 8 mins

The desk analyzes President Joe Biden's response to the conclusion of the war in Afghanistan, as well as the anti-mask discourse in schools. Later, Representative Mike Levin discusses current climate change worries in response to Hurricane Ida.

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Episode 104

9/2/21 VIRTUE SIGNAL (Ian Bremmer)

Thu, Sep 2, 2021 8 mins

The reporters parse the Supreme Court's non-decision regarding Texas's 2021 abortion bill, as well as the European Union's plans to refuse travel to unvaccinated Americans.

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Episode 105

9/3/21 HOT TAKE (Tiffany Cross)

Fri, Sep 3, 2021 8 mins

Hot Take explores the pro-life victory in Texas and Joe Rogan's COVID-19 potion. Tiffany Cross discusses Afghan refugees voting blue.

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Episode 106

9/3/21 WEEK IN REVIEW (Tiffany Cross/Rep. Raul Grijalva/Rep. Mike Levin/Ian Bremmer)

Fri, Sep 3, 2021 38 mins

Top stories this week include the Supreme Court's refusal to block the heartbeat bill in Texas. Biden's ending of the war in Afghanistan is discussed, along with the climate change issue following the destruction of Hurricane Ida.

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Episode 107

9/8/21 BIG NEWS (Clarissa Ward)

Wed, Sep 8, 2021 10 mins

The desk reveals the Taliban's mounting influence over Afghanistan on the heels of the American withdrawal, as well as the increase in women's rights movements across Kabul.

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Episode 108

9/9/21 INSIDE THE HILL (Cecile Richards)

Thu, Sep 9, 2021 12 mins

A deep dive into the expected consequences of Texas's intense anti-abortion legislation, as well as the autumn uptick in COVID-19-related deaths.

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Episode 109

9/10/21 THE ESTABLISHMENT (Randi Weingarten)

Fri, Sep 10, 2021 9 mins

The Establishment looks at President Biden's new mission to stop the spread of COVID-19. It explores Trump's 2024 mission with his pro-Confederacy agenda, and the 20th anniversary of 9/11.

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Episode 110

09/10/21 WEEK IN REVIEW (Cecile Richards/ Clarissa Ward/Randi Weingarten)

Fri, Sep 10, 2021 32 mins

A reflection on Texas's anti-abortion bill, as well as the Taliban's mounting power in Afghanistan. Later, a deep dive into the continued struggles with COVID-19 as students return to classrooms.

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Episode 111

9/14/2021 BIG NEWS (Barry Sonnenfeld)

Tue, Sep 14, 2021 12 mins

Highlights include: reactions to Republican outrage over national COVID mandates; Donald Trump and Rudy Giuliani's behavior on the 20th anniversary of 9-11; and the scandal that rocked the Creative Arts Emmys as "Tooning Out the News" loses to "Carpool Karaoke" with filmmaker Barry Sonnenfeld.

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Episode 112

9/15/2021 VIRTUE SIGNAL (Rep. Ted Deutch)

Wed, Sep 15, 2021 9 mins

The desk analyzes celebrity involvement in vaccine divisiveness, including rapper Nicki Minaj and her September 2021 Twitter tirade against vaccinations. Later, Representative Ted Deutch assesses Gavin Newsom's bid for the California election.

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Episode 113

9/16/2021 HOT TAKE (Ijeoma Oluo)

Thu, Sep 16, 2021 9 mins

The desk parses General Mark Milley's anti-nuclear weaponry tirade against former President Donald Trump, as well as the looming threat of violent protests against the incarceration of the Capitol rioters.

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Episode 114

9/17/2021 THE ESTABLISHMENT (Jeff Daniels)

Fri, Sep 17, 2021 12 mins

The Establishment breaks down Biden's meeting with business leaders on vaccine mandates, Joe Manchin and Kyrsten Sinema's infrastructure holdup, Gen. Mark Milley's attempt to stop Trump from launching a nuclear weapon, and the panel pitches future Best Picture-winning roles to legendary actor Jeff Daniels.

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Episode 115

WEEK IN REVIEW (Jeff Daniels/Barry Sonnenfeld/Ijeoma Oluo/Rep. Ted Deutch)

Fri, Sep 17, 2021 42 mins

This week's top stories on Stephen Colbert Presents Tooning Out The News include Gavin Newsom's survival in the California recall election bombshell revelations about Gen. Milley's feud with President Trump vaccine mandates at the Met Gala and more.

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Episode 116

10/8/21 (Jennifer Rubin/Rev. Al Sharpton/Rep. Sean Patrick Maloney/Malcolm Gladwell)

Fri, Oct 8, 2021 30 mins

A discussion on Kyrsten Sinema and Joe Manchin's opposition to the infrastructure bill proposed by President Joe Biden's administration. Later, a notorious whistleblower on Facebook offers a revelation.

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Episode 117

10/15/21 (George Will/Charlotte Alter/H.R. McMaster)

Fri, Oct 15, 2021 30 mins

Donald Trump pushes for the 2024 election as right-wingers get into a flap over Columbus Day. The workplace vaccine mandate causes a stir. Featuring an exclusive interview with Trump's National Security Advisor H.R. McMaster. Special appearances by Charlotte Alter and George Will.

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Episode 118

10/22/21 (Mark Hamill/Gen. Stanley McChrystal/Ken Burns)

Fri, Oct 22, 2021 35 mins

Mark Hamill and General Stanley McChrystal discuss the increasing COVID-19 vaccine mandates across the country, as well as the October 2021 passing of political heavyweight Colin Powell.

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Episode 119

10/29/21 (Rep. Tony Cardenas/Rep. Adam Schiff/Chris Hadfield)

Fri, Oct 29, 2021 30 mins

Representative Adam Schiff offers his perspective on the Rolling Stone's 2021 announcement. Later, Representative Tony Cardenas examines President Joe Biden's push for the Build Back Better bill.

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Episode 120

11/5/21 (Padma Lakshmi/Jonathan Lemire/Norman Lear)

Fri, Nov 5, 2021 28 mins

The fallout from the Virginia governor's race with MSNBC's Jonathan Lemire, a look at Trump's chokehold on the Republican Party, and Padma Lakshmi speaks out on the right-wing attack on reproductive rights.

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Episode 121

11/12/21 (Adm. William McRaven/Rep. Nikema Williams/Rep. Cori Bush)

Fri, Nov 12, 2021 31 mins

Nikema Williams. Plus, on Veteran's Day, Big News is joined by Adm. William McRaven to discuss the future of the U.S. military.

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