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

A. Mechele Dickerson

Mon, Feb 23, 2026

Episode 25

Padma Lakshmi

Tue, Feb 24, 2026

Episode 26

Jonathan Haidt & Catherine Price

Wed, Feb 25, 2026

Episode 27

Christa Miller

Thu, Feb 26, 2026

Desi Lydic talks with actor Christa Miller about the Apple TV series "Shrinking."

Episode 28

Jafar Panahi

Mon, Mar 2, 2026

Jafar Panahi and Sheida Dayani talk with Jon Stewart about Oscar-nominated film "It Was Just An Accident," his 20-year Iran filmmaking ban, socially engaged cinema, humanity vs. authoritarianism and returning to Iran despite censorship.

Episode 29

Geeta Gandbhir

Tue, Mar 3, 2026

Filmmaker Geeta Gandbhir discusses her Oscar-nominated documentaries with Michael: "The Perfect Neighbor" examines body camera footage and "stand your ground" laws' racial bias; "The Devil Is Busy" explores faith and reproductive rights.

Episode 30

Erika Alexander

Wed, Mar 4, 2026

Erika Alexander discusses her NBC mockumentary "The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins," how 90s Hollywood discrimination post-"Living Single" drove her to launch Color Farm Media, and her advice to Black actors: be authentic and work hard.

Episode 31

Mychal Threets

Thu, Mar 5, 2026

Mychal Threets, librarian and new "Reading Rainbow" host, joins Michael to discuss his book "I'm So Happy You're Here: A Celebration of Library Joy," sharing how libraries saved his life and helped his mental health journey.

Episode 32

Matt Mahan

Mon, Mar 16, 2026

Jon Stewart interviews Mayor Matt Mahan on his California gubernatorial run. Topics include tackling homelessness, crime, housing, AI regulation balancing innovation with privacy protection, and applying lessons from teaching and tech.

Episode 33

George Saunders

Tue, Mar 17, 2026

George Saunders discusses his novel "Vigil" with Jordan Klepper, exploring a character rationalizing terrible choices, accountability as grace, Minneapolis protesters' response to ICE, and finding light amid global cruelty and chaos.

Episode 34

Steve Zahn

Wed, Mar 18, 2026

Steve Zahn joins Jordan Klepper to discuss "She Dances," his roles as producer, co-writer, and actor. He shares how his dance dad experience shaped this grief-themed comedy, casting his daughter, and reuniting with Ethan Hawke.

Episode 35

Rebecca Traister

Thu, Mar 19, 2026

Rebecca Traister discusses her book "Angry Girls Will Get Us Through" with Jordan, exploring how anger unites people and drives social change through untold stories of women, girls, and nonbinary individuals who shaped American history.

Episode 36

Jake Sullivan

Mon, Mar 23, 2026

Jake Sullivan, ex-National Security Advisor and Harvard professor, discusses with Jon Stewart the Iran conflict, U.S. foreign policy, and nuclear talks. He analyzes Trump's Iran approach and recalls Obama-era secret negotiations.

Episode 37

Sterling K. Brown

Tue, Mar 24, 2026

Josh Johnson talks with actor and executive producer Sterling K. Brown about the Hulu series "Paradise."

Episode 38

The Kid Mero

Wed, Mar 25, 2026

Josh Johnson hosts The Kid Mero from Hot 97's Mornings with Mero.

Episode 39

Eiza González

Thu, Mar 26, 2026

Host Josh Johnson sits down with Eiza González to discuss her latest film.

Episode 40

Cindy Cohn

Mon, Mar 30, 2026

Jon Stewart interviews Cindy Cohn, Electronic Frontier Foundation executive director, about her memoir "Privacy's Defender: My Thirty-Year Fight Against Digital Surveillance."

Episode 41

Julio Torres

Tue, Mar 31, 2026

Desi Lydic interviews comedian and filmmaker Julio Torres about "Color Theories."

Episode 42

Mary Claire Haver

Wed, Apr 1, 2026

Desi Lydic speaks with Dr. Mary Claire Haver, board-certified OB/GYN and author of "The New Perimenopause."

Episode 43

Aziz Abu Sarah & Maoz Inon

Mon, Apr 13, 2026

Jon Stewart hosts Aziz Abu Sarah and Moaz Inon, co-CEOs of InterAct International and co-authors of "The Future is Peace: A Shared Journey Across the Holy Land."

Episode 44

Bao Nguyen

Tue, Apr 14, 2026

Ronny Chieng speaks with filmmaker Bao Nguyen about the Netflix documentary "BTS: The Return."

Episode 45

Zoe Lister-Jones

Wed, Apr 15, 2026

Ronny Chieng interviews Zoe Lister-Jones about the Peacock series "The Miniature Wife."

Episode 46

Lee Sung Jin

Thu, Apr 16, 2026

Ronny Chieng interviews Lee Sun Jin, creator, executive producer, writer and director of Netflix's "Beef."

Episode 47

Annalena Baerbock

Mon, Apr 20, 2026

Jon Stewart interviews Annalena Baerbock, president of the UN General Assembly.

Episode 48

Noah Wyle

Tue, Apr 21, 2026

Episode 49

Maria Sharapova

Wed, Apr 22, 2026

Episode 50

Ben McKenzie

Thu, Apr 23, 2026

Episode 51

Jodi Kantor

Mon, Apr 27, 2026

Episode 52

Gaten Matarazzo

Tue, Apr 28, 2026

Episode 53

Ali Siddiq

Wed, Apr 29, 2026

Episode 54

RZA

Thu, Apr 30, 2026

Episode 55

Sherrilyn Ifill

Mon, May 4, 2026

Episode 56

Paul W. Downs

Tue, May 5, 2026

Episode 57

Marla Mindelle

Wed, May 6, 2026

Episode 58

Episode #31.58

Thu, May 7, 2026

Episode 59

Episode #31.59

Mon, May 11, 2026

Episode 60

Episode #31.60

Tue, May 12, 2026

Episode 61

Episode #31.61

Wed, May 13, 2026

Episode 62

Episode #31.62

Thu, May 14, 2026