The Daily Show Season 31 Episodes

Episode 1

Mark Kelly

Mon, Jan 5, 2026

Sen. Kelly discusses military censure over illegal orders stance, Trump's ego, free speech attacks, Democratic leadership issues and need for Congress control with Jon Stewart.

Episode 2

Park Chan-wook

Tue, Jan 6, 2026

Korean director Park Chan-wook talks with Ronny Chieng about adapting "No Other Choice," a film about a fired employee targeting job rivals. He shares his 15-year journey making it and views on Korean cinema's capitalism critique.

Episode 3

Stephen J. Dubner

Wed, Jan 7, 2026

Freakonomics co-author Dubner discusses the book's 20th anniversary with Ronny Chieng, covering their data-driven storytelling approach, publisher interactions, and shares predictions about AI and legal timing for 2026.

Episode 4

Lucy Liu

Thu, Jan 8, 2026

Lucy Liu discusses "Rosemead," her film about a terminally ill mother and son, with Ronny Chieng. They explore mental health themes, her directing experience, career risks, and life documentation through roles. Simu Liu appears.

Episode 5

Jenin Younes

Mon, Jan 12, 2026

Civil liberties lawyer Jenin Younes discusses MAGA's Minneapolis ICE shooting narrative, Trump's shift from free speech advocate to censorship supporter, and ICE's targeting of sanctuary cities with Jon Stewart.

Episode 6

Joachim Trier

Tue, Jan 13, 2026

Episode 7

Langhorne Slim

Wed, Jan 14, 2026

Jordan Klepper hosts musician Langhorne Slim, who talks about his album "The Dreamin' Kind" and performs "Rock N Roll."

Episode 8

Wagner Moura

Thu, Jan 15, 2026

Jordan Klepper talks with Brazilian actor Wagner Moura about "The Secret Agent."

Episode 9

Artis Stevens

Tue, Jan 20, 2026

Trump receives a secondhand Nobel Peace Prize from Maria Corina Machado, then refocuses on taking Greenland. Artis Stevens, President and CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, joins Josh Johnson to talk about mentorship.

Episode 10

Simu Liu

Wed, Jan 21, 2026

Episode 11

Alexandria Stapleton

Thu, Jan 22, 2026

Josh Johnson reviews Trump's first-year performance on campaign promises about jobs, wealth, healthcare, and free speech. Emmy winner Alexandria Stapleton discusses directing the Netflix docuseries "Sean Combs: The Reckoning".

Episode 12

Jason Rezaian

Mon, Jan 26, 2026

Jon Stewart examines Trump officials' responses following a second Minnesota ICE protester's death by federal agents. Washington Post's Jason Rezaian joins to discuss deadly protests against Iran's regime.

Episode 13

Michael Urie

Tue, Jan 27, 2026

Desi Lydic examines the Trump administration's Minnesota immigration crackdown backlash. Troy Iwata suggests a new look for demoted Border Patrol Commander Greg Bovino. Emmy nominee Michael Urie discusses "Shrinking" with Desi.

Episode 14

Mikie Sherrill

Wed, Jan 28, 2026

Desi Lydic examines Trump cabinet finger-pointing over the Minnesota shooting response. Nicki Minaj emerges as an unexpected MAGA voice. Gov. Mikie Sherrill appears as guest.

Episode 15

Katherine LaNasa

Thu, Jan 29, 2026

Democrats voice anger at Trump's immigration policies. Desi Lydic explores Melania's world before her documentary. Actress Katherine LaNasa appears as guest.

Episode 16

Heather Ann Thompson

Mon, Feb 2, 2026

Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Heather Ann Thompson joins Jon Stewart to talk about her new book on the Reagan era, the Bernie Goetz shootings, and the resurgence of white rage.

Episode 17

Paul Rosolie

Tue, Feb 3, 2026

Jordan Klepper reviews the Melania documentary. Amazon conservationist, filmmaker, and author Paul Rosolie discusses his book "Junglekeeper: What It Takes to Change the World" with Michael.

Episode 18

Ms. Pat

Wed, Feb 4, 2026

Michael Kosta talks with comedian and actor Ms. Pat about her BET+ series "The Ms. Pat Show."

Episode 19

Jon Shenk & Marcus Capone

Thu, Feb 5, 2026

Michael talks with director Jon Shenk and ex-Navy SEAL Marcus Capone about Capone's trauma healing through experimental psychedelic treatment in Mexico, featured in the Netflix documentary "In Waves and War".

Episode 20

Andy Beshear

Mon, Feb 9, 2026

Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, host of "Andy Beshear Podcast" on Sirius XM, talks about Trump's presidency impact on Kentuckians: tariffs stopping jobs and raising costs, Big Beautiful Bills damaging rural healthcare.

Episode 21

Tim Blake Nelson

Tue, Feb 10, 2026

Tim Blake Nelson, actor, filmmaker, and author of "Superhero," discusses his entertainment career with Jordan Klepper.

Episode 22

Andrew Jarecki

Wed, Feb 11, 2026

Award-winning filmmaker Andrew Jarecki joins Jordan to talk about his Oscar-nominated documentary "The Alabama Solution."

Episode 23

Jacob Frey

Thu, Feb 12, 2026

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey speaks with Jordan Klepper after Border Czar Tom Homan announces ICE agents will be pulled from the city.

Episode 24

Episode #31.24

Mon, Feb 23, 2026

Episode 25

Episode #31.25

Tue, Feb 24, 2026

Episode 26

Episode #31.26

Wed, Feb 25, 2026

Episode 27

Episode #31.27

Thu, Feb 26, 2026