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Season 16

The Daily Show

Season 16

  • 2011
  1. Paul Giamatti Episode 1 Paul Giamatti January 3, 2011 The media calls Barack Obama the "comeback kid," and Paul Giamatti says "rapscallion.
  2. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand Episode 2 Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand January 4, 2011 Republicans focus on 2010 issues, and Kirsten Gillibrand wants to reform the Senate filibuster rules.
  3. Jimmy Wales Episode 3 Jimmy Wales January 5, 2011 John McCain gets cranky, and Jimmy Wales imagines Wikipedia's relevance in 500 years.
  4. Patton Oswalt Episode 4 Patton Oswalt January 6, 2011 Facebook refuses to disclose its financial results, and Patton Oswalt uses a prisoner ghostwriter.
  5. Denis Leary Episode 5 Denis Leary January 10, 2011 John Oliver reports on the Arizona shootings in his PJs, and Denis Leary discusses "Suck on This Year.
  6. Colin Firth Episode 6 Colin Firth January 11, 2011 John Oliver celebrates Verizon's iPhone announcement, and Colin Firth talks about "The King's Speech.
  7. Tim Pawlenty Episode 7 Tim Pawlenty January 12, 2011 Members of Congress introduce gun legislation, and Tim Pawlenty defends Republican rhetoric.
  8. Ron Howard Episode 8 Ron Howard January 13, 2011 John Hodgman makes NASCAR more exciting, and Ron Howard shares his enthusiasm for show business.
  9. Peter Bergen Episode 9 Peter Bergen January 17, 2011 Michael Steele steps down as RNC chairman, and Peter Bergen talks about progress in Afghanistan.
  10. Neil deGrasse Tyson Episode 10 Neil deGrasse Tyson January 18, 2011 Jon promises Sarah Palin a classy conversation and reveals his love for Neil deGrasse Tyson.
  11. Paul Clemens Episode 11 Paul Clemens January 19, 2011 Glenn Beck appears on the "Today" show, and Paul Clemens discusses blue-collar decline.
  12. Kambiz Hosseini & Saman Arbabi Episode 12 Kambiz Hosseini & Saman Arbabi January 20, 2011 Steve Cohen compares Republicans to Nazis, and Kambiz Hosseini and Saman Arbabi call Jon a prophet.
  13. Anand Giridharadas Episode 13 Anand Giridharadas January 24, 2011 Wyatt Cenac dons a parrot suit in Mississippi, and Anand Giridharadas tells Jon the truth.
  14. James Franco Episode 14 James Franco January 25, 2011 A reporter searches for homeless talent, and Jon composes an ode to James Franco's Oscar nomination.
  15. Jonathan Alter Episode 15 Jonathan Alter January 26, 2011 Michele Bachmann looks off camera, and Jonathan Alter examines Obama's plans for the future.
  16. T. Boone Pickens Episode 16 T. Boone Pickens January 27, 2011 Bill O'Reilly defends his Nazi analogies, and T. Boone Pickens wants America on an energy plan.
  17. Bill Gates Episode 17 Bill Gates January 31, 2011 Egyptian forces use American tear gas canisters, and Bill Gates works on curing polio.
  18. Michael Steele Episode 18 Michael Steele February 1, 2011 Conservatives turn into political hypochondriacs, and Michael Steele must prove his identity.
  19. Matthew Perry Episode 19 Matthew Perry February 2, 2011 Republicans close the rape loophole, and Matthew Perry talks about his happy friend.
  20. Adm. Michael Mullen Episode 20 Adm. Michael Mullen February 3, 2011 Justin Bieber switches bodies with Jon, and Mike Mullen talks about the crisis in Egypt.
  21. Edward Glaeser Episode 21 Edward Glaeser February 14, 2011
  22. January Jones Episode 22 January Jones February 15, 2011
  23. Brian Williams Episode 23 Brian Williams February 16, 2011 Anchor and Managing Editor, NBC Nightly News. The award-winning journalist and friend-of-the-show stops by.
  24. Ed Gillespie Episode 24 Ed Gillespie February 17, 2011
  25. Lisa Ling Episode 25 Lisa Ling February 21, 2011
  26. Anderson Cooper Episode 26 Anderson Cooper February 22, 2011
  27. Donald Rumsfeld Episode 27 Donald Rumsfeld February 23, 2011
  28. Austan Goolsbee Episode 28 Austan Goolsbee February 24, 2011
  29. Howard Stern Episode 29 Howard Stern February 28, 2011 CNN anchors take viewer requests, and Howard Stern hopes to talk to Charlie Sheen.
  30. Prince Zeid Ra’ad Episode 30 Prince Zeid Ra’ad March 1, 2011 Prince Zeid Ra'ad Representative, The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan The U.N. representative of Jordan discusses King Abdullah II's new book, "Our Last Best Chance.
  31. Allison Stanger Episode 31 Allison Stanger March 2, 2011
  32. Diane Ravitch Episode 32 Diane Ravitch March 3, 2011
  33. Sen. Rand Paul Episode 33 Sen. Rand Paul March 7, 2011
  34. Brian Christian Episode 34 Brian Christian March 8, 2011 Author Brian Christian ('The Most Human Human: What Talking with Computers Teaches Us About What It Means to Be Alive').
  35. Aaron Eckhart Episode 35 Aaron Eckhart March 9, 2011 From 'Battle: Los Angeles,' actor Aaron Eckhart.
  36. Trey Parker & Matt Stone Episode 36 Trey Parker & Matt Stone March 10, 2011 'South Park,' creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone.
  37. Sarah Vowell Episode 37 Sarah Vowell March 21, 2011 Author, "Unfamiliar Fishes." The author discusses her new book about American colonization of Hawaii in the 1800s.
  38. T.J. English Episode 38 T.J. English March 22, 2011 The author of "The Savage City" discusses his new book about murder and corruption in New York City during the 1960s and 70s.
  39. Richard Lewis Episode 39 Richard Lewis March 23, 2011
  40. Bret Baier Episode 40 Bret Baier March 24, 2011
  41. Dr. Mansour O.El-Kikhia Episode 41 Dr. Mansour O.El-Kikhia March 28, 2011 Republicans want to lower the corporate tax rate, and Mansour O. El-Kikhia discusses Libya.
  42. Miguel Nicoleles Episode 42 Miguel Nicoleles March 29, 2011 Joe Biden works the room at a war speech, and Miguel Nicolelis helps paralyzed people walk again.
  43. Jake Gyllenhaal Episode 43 Jake Gyllenhaal March 30, 2011 Republicans appeal to their narrow base, and Jake Gyllenhaal considers marrying a stranger.
  44. Norm MacDonald Episode 44 Norm MacDonald March 31, 2011 CIA operatives might arm Libyan rebels, and Norm Macdonald wants to blow up his stupid high school.
  45. Billy Crystal Episode 45 Billy Crystal April 4, 2011 The comedian and actor discusses his role as a vampire in an upcoming Funny Or Die short.
  46. Colin Quinn Episode 46 Colin Quinn April 5, 2011 The comedian discusses his one-man Broadway show and special on HBO.
  47. Mike Huckabee Episode 47 Mike Huckabee April 6, 2011 The former governor of Arkansas discusses his views on government, families and his latest book.
  48. Jamie Oliver Episode 48 Jamie Oliver April 7, 2011 The chef talks about healthy cooking habits and the upcoming season of his Emmy-winning series.
  49. Foo Fighters Episode 49 Foo Fighters April 11, 2011 The rock band visits to perform a song from their latest album.
  50. Governor Deval Patrick Episode 50 Governor Deval Patrick April 12, 2011 The governor of Massachusetts discusses his rise from poverty and what gives him hope for America's future.
  51. Tracy Morgan Episode 51 Tracy Morgan April 13, 2011 The actor and comedian discusses his role in the upcoming animated film.
  52. Ricky Gervais Episode 52 Ricky Gervais April 14, 2011 The comedian talks about his new HBO special with Jerry Seinfeld, Chris Rock and Louis C.K.
  53. Gigi Ibrahim Episode 53 Gigi Ibrahim April 25, 2011 John Oliver highlights royal wedding coverage, and Gigi Ibrahim talks about the Egyptian uprising.
  54. Elizabeth Warren Episode 54 Elizabeth Warren April 26, 2011 Olivia Munn looks into tiger mothering, and Elizabeth Warren wants to protect consumers.
  55. Bernie Sanders Episode 55 Bernie Sanders April 27, 2011 Obama releases his long-form birth certificate, and Bernie Sanders fights for workers' rights.
  56. William Cohan Episode 56 William Cohan April 28, 2011 John Oliver talks to British taxpayers about the wedding, and William Cohan discusses Goldman Sachs.
  57. Philip K. Howard Episode 57 Philip K. Howard May 2, 2011 The U.S. kills Osama bin Laden, and Philip K. Howard explains why the government can't make choices.
  58. Rachel Maddow Episode 58 Rachel Maddow May 3, 2011 A royal wedding simulation reveals the consummation, and Rachel Maddow discusses Bin Laden's death.
  59. David Barton Episode 59 David Barton May 4, 2011 The White House hides the Bin Laden photo, and David Barton discusses religion in the Constitution.
  60. Joe Meacham Episode 60 Joe Meacham May 5, 2011 Donald Trump steals the crazy oxygen from Sarah Palin, and Jon Meacham discusses the Civil War.
  61. Keira Knightley Episode 61 Keira Knightley May 9, 2011 Jason Jones visits the gayest city in America, and Keira Knightley learns about the Santorum.
  62. Will Ferrell Episode 62 Will Ferrell May 10, 2011 Republicans take credit for Bin Laden's death, and Will Ferrell simulates sex with a baseball bat.
  63. Albert Brooks Episode 63 Albert Brooks May 11, 2011 Common causes controversy, and Albert Brooks talks about his Kate Middleton obsession.
  64. Kristen Wiig Episode 64 Kristen Wiig May 12, 2011 Newt Gingrich announces his candidacy on Twitter, and Kristen Wiig talks about "Bridesmaids.
  65. Jon Ronson Episode 65 Jon Ronson May 16, 2011 Osama bin Laden's porn stash is discovered, and Jon Ronson talks about psychopaths.
  66. Annie Jacobsen Episode 66 Annie Jacobsen May 17, 2011 Al Madrigal weighs in on immigration reform, and Annie Jacobsen talks about Area 51.
  67. Richard Beeman Episode 67 Richard Beeman May 18, 2011 Newt Gingrich outrages Republicans, and Richard Beeman discusses religion in government.
  68. Lisa P. Jackson Episode 68 Lisa P. Jackson May 19, 2011 John Hodgman creates a Bin Laden conspiracy theory, and Lisa P. Jackson addresses EPA criticism.
  69. Jimmy Fallon Episode 69 Jimmy Fallon May 31, 2011 Sarah Palin takes a bus tour with her family, and Jimmy Fallon reads a thank you note.
  70. Bill Moyers Episode 70 Bill Moyers June 1, 2011 Donald Trump eats his pizza with a fork, and Bill Moyers discusses good journalism.
  71. Tim Tebow Episode 71 Tim Tebow June 2, 2011 Eric Cantor wants to justify tornado relief, and Tim Tebow talks about his missionary parents.
  72. Maziar Bahari Episode 72 Maziar Bahari June 6, 2011 Sarah Palin offers her version of Paul Revere, and Maziar Bahari recounts his Iranian imprisonment.
  73. Fareed Zakaria Episode 73 Fareed Zakaria June 7, 2011 John Oliver promises to mock Anthony Weiner, and Fareed Zakaria discusses American labor.
  74. Larry King Episode 74 Larry King June 8, 2011 Anthony Weiner apologizes to Bill Clinton, and Larry King prepares for his European stand-up tour.
  75. Howard Wasdin Episode 75 Howard Wasdin June 9, 2011 Jon spins the penis wheel, and Howard Wasdin talks about SEAL Team Six.
  76. Alex Prud’homme Episode 76 Alex Prud’homme June 13, 2011 Nancy Pelosi calls on Anthony Weiner to resign, and Alex Prud'homme discusses water pollution.
  77. J.J. Abrams Episode 77 J.J. Abrams June 14, 2011 Republican hopefuls gather for their second debate, and J.J. Abrams talks about writing for TV.
  78. Trey Parker & Matt Stone Episode 78 Trey Parker & Matt Stone June 15, 2011 Barack Obama visits Puerto Rico, and Trey Parker and Matt Stone become the Broadway establishment.
  79. Ray Nagin Episode 79 Ray Nagin June 20, 2011 Sam Bee reports on the smoking ban in NYC parks, and Ray Nagin discusses Hurricane Katrina.
  80. Cameron Diaz Episode 80 Cameron Diaz June 21, 2011 PolitiFact checks Fox News for false statements, and Cameron Diaz removes Jon's stitches.
  81. Mitchell Zuckoff Episode 81 Mitchell Zuckoff June 22, 2011 Greece protests proposed austerity measures, and Mitchell Zuckoff recounts an unlikely WWII rescue.
  82. Bruce Headlam Episode 82 Bruce Headlam June 23, 2011 John Hodgman battles hackers on their own turf, and Bruce Headlam discusses "Page One.
  83. Jennifer Aniston Episode 83 Jennifer Aniston June 27, 2011 New York legalizes gay marriage, and Jennifer Aniston talks about her movie, "Horrible Bosses.
  84. Louis C.K. Episode 84 Louis C.K. June 28, 2011 Rod Blagojevich has much to look forward to in prison, and Louis C.K. deconstructs fart jokes.
  85. Tom Hanks Episode 85 Tom Hanks June 29, 2011 Democrats and Republicans can't agree on the debt ceiling, and Tom Hanks discusses his movie "Larry Crowne.
  86. Bill Kristol Episode 86 Bill Kristol June 30, 2011 Mark Halperin calls Barack Obama a dick, and Bill Kristol discusses American war strategy in Afghanistan.
  87. Denis Leary Episode 87 Denis Leary July 11, 2011 Aasif Mandvi finds out why America's birds are dying, and Denis Leary talks about potato Vodka.
  88. Kid Rock Episode 88 Kid Rock July 12, 2011 China might repossess America if Republicans and Democrats don't come to an agreement over the debt crisis, and Kid Rock is a responsible parent with his own brand of beer.
  89. Matthew Richardson Episode 89 Matthew Richardson July 13, 2011 Jerry Seinfeld helps Jon repress his urge to make gay jokes about Marcus Bachmann, and Matthew Richardson reveals his plan to solve America's mortgage crisis.
  90. Sgt. 1st Class Leroy Petry Episode 90 Sgt. 1st Class Leroy Petry July 14, 2011 The ongoing debt ceiling negotiations get heated, and Leroy Petry demonstrates his robotic hand.
  91. Daniel Radcliffe Episode 91 Daniel Radcliffe July 18, 2011 Barack Obama breaks out his I-mean-business podium and sets a deadline to solve the debt ceiling crisis, and Daniel Radcliffe talks about the last "Harry Potter" movie.
  92. Pervez Musharraf Episode 92 Pervez Musharraf July 19, 2011 The Murdoch scandal turns ugly, and Pervez Musharraf enjoys a beverage and converses about Pakistan.
  93. Steve Carell Episode 93 Steve Carell July 20, 2011 Rupert Murdoch throws his employees under the bus, his wife pummels a pie-wielding idiot, and Steve Carell loves his papa bear.
  94. Scott Miller Episode 94 Scott Miller July 21, 2011 A battle for survival rages among GOP presidential candidates, Allen West doesn't hate women, and Scott Miller discusses William McKinley's ill-liked, anarchist assassin.
  95. Neil Patrick Harris Episode 95 Neil Patrick Harris July 25, 2011 Wyatt Cenac proves his commitment to weather reporting, Samantha Bee and Jason Jones interview gay newlyweds, and Neil Patrick Harris talks Smurf sex and circus tricks.
  96. Juan Williams Episode 96 Juan Williams July 26, 2011 Barack Obama urges Americans to call their members of Congress about the debt crisis, and Juan Williams discusses the assault on honest debate.
  97. Rachel Weisz Episode 97 Rachel Weisz July 27, 2011 Conservatives in America live a lonely life of persecution, and Rachel Weisz discusses filming "The Whistleblower" in Romania.
  98. Peter Tomsen Episode 98 Peter Tomsen July 28, 2011 Congressional Republicans try to rev support for John Boehner's debt ceiling plan with a clip from "The Town," and Peter Tomsen discusses the wars of Afghanistan.
  99. Freida Pinto Episode 99 Freida Pinto August 1, 2011 Congress reaches a budget deal that Tea Partiers don't like, Jon salutes the troops he met in Afghanistan, and Freida Pinto talks apes.
  100. Jason Bateman Episode 100 Jason Bateman August 2, 2011 Joe Biden charges his Secret Servicemen rent, Aasif Mandvi explores the effects of wind farming on Florida's ducks, and Jason Bateman talks R-rated body swaps.
  101. Austan Goolsbee Episode 101 Austan Goolsbee August 3, 2011 A congressional super committee answers America's prayers, Wyatt Cenac interprets public sentiment, and Austan Goolsbee finds it hard to work in Washington.
  102. Dick Durbin Episode 102 Dick Durbin August 4, 2011 Jon gives Barack Obama a birthday present, Jason Jones survives a vasectomy, and Senator Dick Durbin understands America's disappointment in Congress.
  103. Mark Adams Episode 103 Mark Adams August 8, 2011 America's credit gets downgraded, John Oliver tells the single greatest story he's ever heard, and Mark Adams turns right at Machu Picchu.
  104. Jay Bahadur Episode 104 Jay Bahadur August 9, 2011 Looters queue up in the U.K., Europe needs a war to cling to, and Jay Bahadur gets the pirates of Somalia talking.
  105. John Coffee Episode 105 John Coffee August 10, 2011 Wisconsin's populist-off comes to a head, Larry Wilmore wants Barack Obama to go blacker, and John Coffee pins down credit rating agencies.
  106. Michael Wallis Episode 106 Michael Wallis August 11, 2011 The Best F#@king News Team covers the Iowa straw poll, Megyn Kelly comes back fighting, and Michael Wallis reveals the real David Crockett.
  107. Ali Velshi Episode 107 Ali Velshi August 15, 2011 Michele Bachmann wins the Iowa straw poll, Rick Perry announces his presidential candidacy, and Ali Velshi knows how to speak money.
  108. Matt Long Episode 108 Matt Long August 16, 2011 The media loves Michele Bachmann, Rick Perry hits on America, John Hodgman rethinks bookstores, and veteran firefighter Matt Long survived being crushed by a bus.
  109. Michael Steele Episode 109 Michael Steele August 17, 2011 The media shifts its focus to Paul Ryan, John Oliver and Wyatt Cenac explore racial language in politics, and Michael Steele discusses the field of GOP candidates.
  110. Anne Hathaway Episode 110 Anne Hathaway August 18, 2011 Warren Buffett enters the "class warfare" fray, Fitch downgrades New Jersey's credit rating, and Anne Hathaway talks Scrabble strategy.
  111. Buddy Roemer Episode 111 Buddy Roemer September 6, 2011 The media scrutinizes Barack Obama's speech scheduling, James Hoffa Jr. upsets conservatives, and Buddy Roemer discusses his presidential candidacy.
  112. Dr. Sanjay Gupta Episode 112 Dr. Sanjay Gupta September 7, 2011 Mitt Romney and Rick Perry battle it out, the U.S. Postal Service faces bankruptcy, and Dr. Sanjay Gupta explores the terrifying effects of the World Trade Center's dust.
  113. Marion Cotillard Episode 113 Marion Cotillard September 8, 2011 GOP candidates square off at the presidential debate, Rick Perry rickrolls Mitt Romney, and Marion Cotillard discusses her fear of contagion.
  114. Mike Mullen Episode 114 Mike Mullen September 12, 2011 Barack Obama hits congressional Republicans with his jobs speech, America should settle for a campaign-driven economy, and Admiral Mike Mullen discusses the troops.
  115. Jim Lehrer Episode 115 Jim Lehrer September 13, 2011 CNN and the Tea Party team up, Rick Perry gets a beatdown, and Jim Lehrer discusses the tensions of presidential debates.
  116. Common Episode 116 Common September 14, 2011 Dick Cheney's medical equipment humanizes him, the Democrats lose a congressional seat, and Common tries to make sense of it all in his memoir.
  117. Caroline Kennedy Episode 117 Caroline Kennedy September 15, 2011 Congress investigates the Solyndra scandal, Kristen Schaal unveils her pro-vagina campaign products, and Caroline Kennedy commemorates her parents' legacy.
  118. Ron Suskind Episode 118 Ron Suskind September 20, 2011 Jason Jones reports on the end of "don't ask, don't tell"; Wyatt Cenac examines America's loss of UFOs to China; and Ron Suskind evaluates Barack Obama's confidence.
  119. Mitch Daniels Episode 119 Mitch Daniels September 21, 2011 Barack Obama presents his tax plan, the super rich risk extinction, and Mitch Daniels discusses the American economy.
  120. Jennifer Granholm Episode 120 Jennifer Granholm September 22, 2011 John Oliver and Aasif Mandvi fight over sacred ground, Lewis Black evaluates the threats American kids face, and Jennifer Granholm discusses America's economic future.
  121. Ron Paul Episode 121 Ron Paul September 26, 2011 Rick Santorum thinks sex is a non-issue, the GOP calls for Chris Christie to run for president, and Ron Paul delivers his political message.
  122. Seth Rogen Episode 122 Seth Rogen September 27, 2011 Barack Obama gets heckled in Hollywood, Larry Wilmore discusses the black vote, and Seth Rogen explores the lighter side of cancer.
  123. Bill O’Reilly Episode 123 Bill O’Reilly September 28, 2011 Pundits interpret Chris Christie's message, Sarah Palin weighs the presidential pros and cons, and Bill O'Reilly talks job creator taxes.
  124. Tony Bennett Episode 124 Tony Bennett September 29, 2011 An NYPD officer pepper-sprays protestors, the NRA unveils a conspiracy theory, and Tony Bennett collaborates with young artists on "Duets II.