The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart

As Democrats strategize about how to make the most of their new congressional majority, Jon is joined by Independent Senator Bernie Sanders. Together, they map out what a bold legislative agenda could look like, how to overcome political and procedural obstacles to achieve it, and what kind of leadership it will take to deliver on the mandate the American people have given them. Plus, Jon answers listeners’ questions about Pete Hegseth and Trump’s morning routine!

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As a nationwide wave of Democratic midterm victories delivers a decisive rebuke to the MAGA movement, Jon is joined by Sarah Longwell, publisher of The Bulwark, author of “How to Eat an Elephant,” and host of “The Focus Group” podcast. Together, they discuss what she’s learned from conducting hundreds of focus groups with voters, why Trump’s politics failed this cycle, and how to build on the momentum to cement a lasting pro-democracy coalition. Plus, Jon answers listeners’ questions about Schumer’s future, Elon’s ROI, and to hang or not to hang!

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As Anthropic files for what may become the largest IPO in history, Jon is joined by Ed Zitron of EZ Primary Research, the “Where’s Your Ed At” newsletter, and the “Better Offline” podcast. Together, they break down the precarious financing structures, circular deals, and mounting debts propping up the AI boom—and whether the technology is actually delivering results that justify such historic levels of investment. Plus, Jon answers listeners’ questions about Jan 6-ing the midterms, Sexiest Man Alive and Halloween tricks or treats!

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As candidates make their closing arguments to voters ahead of Election Day, Jon is joined by Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Dr. Abdul El-Sayed to talk about the state of his race in the final stretch. Together, they discuss how his family’s immigrant background shaped his politics, the case he's making to skeptical voters, and the disconnect between the issues dominating media coverage and the concerns Michiganders are raising on the ground. Plus, Jon answers listeners’ questions about AI-generated music, fake polls, and fake news!

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As the cost of living keeps rising while Americans’ paychecks fail to keep pace, Jon is joined by labor economist Kathryn Anne Edwards to break down where our economy went so wrong for so many. Together, they explore how decades of policy choices and corporate practices have weakened workers’ leverage and channeled gains toward those at the top—and lay out a vision for how to rebalance the economy so that workers share more fairly in the prosperity they help create. Plus, Jon answers listeners’ questions about impeaching Trump, the White House Press Secretary, and Daylight Savings Time!

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