Episode 1
Vince Gilligan
Sep 30, 2013
Congress shuts down the government, Butterball appeases male cooks, and "Breaking Bad" creator Vince Gilligan discusses the final season.
Episode 2
Daniel Radcliffe
Oct 1, 2013
The government shuts down, Americans flood the Affordable Care Act website, anti-Obamacare groups target youth, and Daniel Radcliffe describes his film, "Kill Your Darlings".
Episode 3
Chris Matthews
Oct 2, 2013
Barack Obama meets with congressional leaders about the government "slim down", Bill O'Reilly talks divine inspiration, and Chris Matthews compares Obama and Reagan.
Episode 4
David Finkel
Oct 3, 2013
Congressional leaders fail to compromise on the government shutdown, Stephen officiates a wedding, and David Finkel examines post-war trauma in "Thank You for Your Service".
Episode 5
James Spithill
Oct 7, 2013
Republicans hold Obama responsible for the government shutdown, Emily Bazelon reviews McCutcheon v. F.E.C., and James Spithill shares some history of the America's Cup.
Episode 6
Paul Giamatti
Oct 8, 2013
The debt ceiling looms, Eric Holder permits pro-pot laws, and Paul Giamatti talks "Parkland".
Episode 7
Tom Hanks
Oct 9, 2013
Truckers organize "Ride for the Constitution", and Tom Hanks talks about Somali pirates.
Episode 8
Reed Albergotti & Vanessa O'Connell
Oct 10, 2013
Hanksy dolls up Stephen's studio, and Reed Albergotti and Vanessa O'Connell discuss Lance Armstrong.
Episode 9
The Reflektors
Oct 21, 2013
The government reopens, New Jersey allows gay marriage, and The Reflektors (a.k.a. Arcade Fire) perform "Normal People".
Episode 10
A. Scott Berg
Oct 22, 2013
Stephen weighs in on lions and tigers, KFC invents the "Go Cup" and A. Scott Berg discusses his book, "Wilson".
Episode 11
Gwen Ifill & Judy Woodruff
Oct 23, 2013
Stephen enrolls in Obamacare, and Judy Woodruff and Gwen Ifill discuss fact-based reporting.
Episode 12
Stephen Fry
Oct 24, 2013
Girly hats could emasculate the Marines, and Stephen Fry discusses his role in "Twelfth Night".
Episode 13
Orlando Bloom
Oct 28, 2013
Stuffed animals go sightseeing, and Orlando Bloom discusses his Broadway turn in "Romeo and Juliet".
Episode 14
Billy Collins
Oct 29, 2013
Americans resort to harvesting their bodies, and Billy Collins talks about his book, "Aimless Love".
Episode 15
Jack Andraka
Oct 30, 2013
Shepard Smith battles digital addiction, and Jack Andraka shares his passion for science.
Episode 16
Zach Sims
Oct 31, 2013
The NSA spying scandal reaches the Vatican, and Codecademy's Zach Sims talks computer programming.
Episode 17
David Folkenflik
Nov 4, 2013
Corporations find religion, and author David Folkenflik discusses "Murdoch's World".
Episode 18
Julius Erving
Nov 5, 2013
A bong-shaped mascot upsets a Canadian town, and Julius Erving discusses "Dr. J: The Autobiography".
Episode 19
Brian Lehrer
Nov 6, 2013
Toys "R" Us mocks nature, and the host of "The Brian Lehrer Show" discusses New York City politics.
Episode 20
Daniel Lieberman
Nov 7, 2013
The Senate cracks down on sexual discrimination in the workplace, Stephen is nominated for a People's Choice Award, and author Daniel Lieberman discusses "The Story of the Human Body".
Episode 21
Peter Baker
Nov 11, 2013
"60 Minutes" anchor Lara Logan apologizes for her flawed Benghazi story, and "Days of Fire" author Peter Baker discusses George W. Bush's rocky relationship with Dick Cheney.
Episode 22
David Christian
Nov 12, 2013
HealthCare.gov glitches lead to low enrollment, France rejects a nuke deal with Iran, a luxury hotel offers poverty-themed vacations, and David Christian talks "Big History".
Episode 23
Blind Boys of Alabama
Nov 13, 2013
Human Rights groups protest U.S. drone attacks, Richard Cohen faces backlash over race comments, and the Blind Boys of Alabama perform a song from "I'll Find a Way".
Episode 24
Alexis Ohanian
Nov 14, 2013
Stephen calls for aid to the Philippines, The Today Show airs live prostate exams, and Alexis Ohanian discusses online democracy and his book, "Without Their Permission".
Episode 25
Steve McQueen
Nov 18, 2013
The Colbert Nation helps the Philippines, conservatives gloat over Obamacare, Chip Wilson defends his yoga pants, and Steve McQueen talks "12 Years a Slave".
Episode 26
Rick Santorum
Nov 19, 2013
Wal-Mart hosts a food drive for its own employees, Robert Reich argues for better income equality, and Rick Santorum discusses his movie, "The Christmas Candle".
Episode 27
M.I.A.
Nov 20, 2013
Congressman Trey Radel pleads guilty to cocaine possession, Russia cracks down on "gay propaganda", and guest M.I.A. performs a song from her album "Matangi".
Episode 28
J.J. Abrams
Nov 21, 2013
Senate Democrats go nuclear, Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin blocks same-sex benefits, Stephen invites himself to Thanksgiving dinner, and J.J. Abrams discusses his novel, "S".
Episode 29
Daniel Goleman
Dec 2, 2013
HealthCare.gov relaunches, turkeys compete for Obama's pardon, Amazon embraces drones, a Christmas tree saves Christmas, and Daniel Goleman discusses his book, "Focus".
Episode 30
Ed Stone
Dec 3, 2013
The pope might lead a secret life, the FDA targets trans fat, the McRib is scrutinized, a tech firm invents an office robot, and Ed Stone discusses the Voyager missions.
Episode 31
Bryan Stevenson
Dec 4, 2013
Congress's productivity hits a record low, the rich get a floating tax shelter, Common Core threatens cursive, and Bryan Stevenson argues for an equitable justice system.
Episode 32
Alan Mulally
Dec 5, 2013
Stephen weighs flight against invisibility, Colorado legalizes pot, the GOP learns how to talk to women, and Alan Mulally discusses the Ford Mustang's 50-year legacy.
Episode 33
David Keith
Dec 9, 2013
Stephen honors Mandela, Bill O'Reilly & John Stossel discourage giving, "America Again" vies for a Grammy, and author David Keith discusses "A Case For Climate Engineering ".
Episode 34
Alex Blumberg
Dec 10, 2013
Walmart becomes an elite institution, Virginia Postrel examines the value of television, Venezuela starts Christmas early, and Alex Blumberg discusses "The T-Shirt Project".
Episode 35
Elizabeth Gilbert
Dec 11, 2013
Festivus comes to the Florida Capitol, Obama's handshake causes outrage, Mike Huckabee fights Obamacare with music, and Elizabeth Gilbert talks "The Signature of All Things ".
Episode 36
George Packer
Dec 12, 2013
Congress agrees on a budget, a sleeping aid has terrifying side effects, Megyn Kelly argues that Santa is white, and author George Packer discusses "The Unwinding".
Episode 37
Jonah Peretti
Dec 16, 2013
Google buys a robotics company, the NSA infiltrates online games, Stephen and Billy Crystal compete for a Grammy, and Jonah Peretti discusses BuzzFeed's journalism initiative.
Episode 38
Garry Trudeau
Dec 17, 2013
Edward Snowden seeks political asylum in Brazil, China embraces pollution, Ted Cruz gets his own coloring book, and Garry Trudeau discusses his show, "Alpha House."
Episode 39
Keanu Reeves
Dec 18, 2013
Customer satisfaction is worthless, Germany joins the debate over Santa's ethnicity, Keanu Reeves talks "47 Ronin", and Aaron Neville performs with members of MusiCorps. Christmas Carol: Aaron Neville and MusicCorps.
Episode 40
Ben Stiller
Dec 19, 2013
Jamie Dimon flaunts his wealth with a decadent Christmas card, A&E suspends Phil Robertson for anti-gay remarks, and Ben Stiller talks "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty". Christmas Carol: The Blind Boys of Alabama.
Episode 41
Ken Roth
Jan 6, 2014
America endures a polar vortex, the FDA targets antibiotics in livestock, recreational weed goes on sale in Colorado, and Ken Roth discusses Human Rights Watch.
Episode 42
John Seigenthaler
Jan 7, 2014
Donald Trump takes on global warming, Pope Francis criticizes wealth disparity, scientists look for time travelers online, and John Seigenthaler discusses Al Jazeera America.
Episode 43
Ishmael Beah
Jan 8, 2014
Scandal engulfs Chris Christie, the media explains the concept of cold weather, and Ishmael Beah talks being a child soldier and his book, "Radiance of Tomorrow".
Episode 44
Jeff Skoll
Jan 9, 2014
Chris Christie's bridge scandal deepens, Robert Gates's "Duty" has harsh words for Obama, and Jeff Skoll discusses his film company, Participant Media.
Episode 45
David Fanning
Jan 13, 2014
A chemical spill threatens West Virginia's water supply, Obama's Iraq policy comes under fire, a company provides retroactive advertising, and David Fanning talks Frontline.
Episode 46
Deborah Solomon
Jan 14, 2014
A-Rod is suspended for drug use, Pat Buchanan supports Russia's anti-gay laws, Billie Jean King is a U.S. Olympic delegate, and Deborah Solomon talks "American Mirror".
Episode 47
Gabriel Sherman
Jan 15, 2014
America gets its own commercial, college athletes struggle with literacy, a sex scandal rocks France, and Gabriel Sherman talks "The Loudest Voice in the Room".
Episode 48
Naquasia LeGrand
Jan 16, 2014
The NSA infects personal computers, a jewelry company sells diamond pacifiers, Carol Burnett gets sarcastic, and Naquasia LeGrand talks "Fast Food Forward."
Episode 49
Scott Stossel
Jan 20, 2014
Peyton Manning chants for Omaha, a drug shortage threatens the death penalty, Pope Francis encourages breastfeeding in church, and Scott Stossel talks "My Age of Anxiety."
Episode 50
Michael Chabon & Mariel Hemingway
Jan 21, 2014
cOlbert's Book Club begins with a primer on Ernest Hemingway, Michael Chabon talks "A Farewell to Arms," and Mariel Hemingway discusses her grandfather's romantic side.
Episode 51
Charles Duhigg
Jan 22, 2014
NASA discovers a Martian doughnut, U.S. nuclear officers cheat on proficiency tests, the Westminster Dog Show allows mutts, and Charles Duhigg talks "The Power of Habit."
Episode 52
Patricia Churchland
Jan 23, 2014
Riots break out in the Ukraine, Tim Wu weighs in on net neutrality, China bootlegs The Report, and Patricia Churchland discusses "Touching a Nerve."
Episode 53
Nate Silver
Jan 27, 2014
The NFL prohibits mention of the Super Bowl, Richard Sherman unleashes a post-game rant, the Grammys embrace gay marriage, and FiveThirtyEight's Nate Silver discusses sports.
Episode 54
Justin Tuck
Jan 28, 2014
The NFL cracks down on extra points, Stephen trains to be a quarterback, spotted owls fight for survival, and Justin Tuck describes the thrill of football.
Episode 55
Cris Carter
Jan 29, 2014
Stephen trains for Super Bowl greatness, the Puppy Bowl gets a new player, Joe Biden distracts at the State of the Union, and Cris Carter discusses football and "Going Deep."
Episode 56
Drew Brees
Jan 30, 2014
The NFL rethinks their marijuana policy, football might cause brain damage, the mayors of Denver and Seattle root for their home team, and Drew Brees talks "Playoff Face Off."
Episode 57
Jennifer Senior
Feb 3, 2014
Coca-Cola's Super Bowl ad sparks outrage, cheerleaders sue the Oakland Raiders, J.K. Rowling regrets pairing Hermione and Ron, and Jennifer Senior talks "All Joy and No Fun."
Episode 58
Pussy Riot
Feb 4, 2014
Black History Month coincides with Children's Dental Health Month, Chris Christie's bridge scandal worsens, and Pussy Riot discusses human rights and the Putin regime.
Episode 59
Lake Street Dive
Feb 5, 2014
Critics argue that Obamacare will destroy jobs, Mort Zuckerman weighs in on Tom Perkins' Nazi analogy, and Lake Street Dive performs a song from "Bad Self Portraits."
Episode 60
Paul Krugman
Feb 6, 2014
Obama faces pressure to approve the Keystone Pipeline, Olympic journalists share Sochi horror stories, TSA agents gawk at body scan images, and Paul Krugman talks Obamacare.
Episode 61
Patrick Kennedy
Feb 10, 2014
The Sochi Olympics open with a technical glitch, Buddy Cole investigates Russia's anti-gay laws, the Taliban captures a spy dog, and Patrick Kennedy discusses Project SAM.
Episode 62
Charlie Crist
Feb 11, 2014
Stephen launches a fundraiser for the U.S. speedskating team, Buddy Cole helps athletes appear straight, Michael Sam comes out, and Charlie Crist discusses "The Party's Over."
Episode 63
Godfrey Reggio
Feb 12, 2014
Stephen attends the White House State Dinner, Bill O'Reilly gloats over his Obama interview, Shepard Smith recites the White House menu, and Godfrey Reggio talks "Visitors."
Episode 64
Brian Greene
Feb 18, 2014
Stephen welcomes Jimmy Fallon to The Tonight Show, Piers Morgan offends the trans community, Janet Mock explores gender identity, and Brian Greene discusses World Science U.
Episode 65
Alexander Payne
Feb 19, 2014
U.S. ice dancers nab a gold medal, Buddy Cole investigates gay propaganda in Sochi, Al Qaeda members accidentally kill themselves, and Alexander Payne talks "Nebraska."
Episode 66
Stanley McChrystal
Feb 20, 2014
Bill O'Reilly accuses Stephen of mockery, Bode Miller discusses his Olympic win, Buddy Cole goes undercover in Sochi, and Stanley McChrystal talks "My Share of the Task."
Episode 67
Darlene Love
Feb 24, 2014
A Dutch Olympics coach slams the U.S. speedskating team, protesters oust the Ukrainian president, and Darlene Love talks "20 Feet From Stardom."
Episode 68
St. Vincent
Feb 25, 2014
Huffington Post asks parents if their kid is Hitler, critics fume over military budget cuts, a lobby fights for paper, and St. Vincent performs "Digital Witness."
Episode 69
Meryl Davis & Charlie White
Feb 26, 2014
Michelle Obama tackles child obesity, a Gumby thief terrorizes a small town, critics target Hillary Clinton's age, and Meryl Davis & Charlie White bask in Olympic glory.
Episode 70
Jeff Goldblum
Feb 27, 2014
Jan Brewer vetoes anti-gay legislation, a study suggests that race is subjective, the KKK embraces sci-fi technology, and Jeff Goldblum discusses "The Grand Budapest Hotel."
Episode 71
Caitlin Flanagan
Mar 3, 2014
Slavery makes history at the Oscars, an anti-Obamacare ad spreads falsehoods, Barbie poses for Sports Illustrated, and Caitlin Flanagan talks "The Dark Power of Fraternities."
Episode 72
Jaron Lanier
Mar 4, 2014
Stephen gives a primer on Crimea, Republicans blame Obama for the Ukraine crisis, Steve King defends Arizona's anti-gay bill, and Jaron Lanier talks "Who Owns the Future?"
Episode 73
Beau Willimon
Mar 5, 2014
Bill O'Reilly cites the "downside" of woman presidents, Chevron delivers pizza, Headline News targets the social media generation, and Beau Willimon talks "House of Cards."
Episode 74
Theaster Gates
Mar 6, 2014
Massachusetts allows upskirt photography, teens pursue the "thigh gap," Warner Music holds "Happy Birthday" hostage, and Theaster Gates uses art to revitalize urban spaces.
Episode 75
Neil deGrasse Tyson
Mar 10, 2014
Atheists protest a cross displayed at the 9/11 memorial, a Kentucky church group hosts a gun giveaway, and Neil deGrasse Tyson discusses his Fox series, "Cosmos."
Episode 76
Ronan Farrow
Mar 11, 2014
The pope gets his own magazine, the Huffington Post investigates anal sex, the government sues Sprint over wiretapping fees, and Ronan Farrow discusses "Ronan Farrow Daily."
Episode 77
Maria Shriver
Mar 12, 2014
Obama appears on "Between Two Ferns," Liz Wahl discusses her resignation from Russia Today, the NSA hires an advice columnist, and Maria Shriver talks "Paycheck to Paycheck."
Episode 78
Simon Schama
Mar 13, 2014
Recreational marijuana sales skyrocket in Colorado, Obama expands overtime pay for millions of Americans, and Simon Schama talks "The Story of the Jews."
Episode 79
Bryan Cranston
Mar 24, 2014
G.K. Butterfield gives a primer on North Carolina, cable news pundits embrace wild theories about Malaysia's missing plane, and Bryan Cranston discusses LBJ and "All the Way."
Episode 80
Jimmy Carter
Mar 25, 2014
Former president Jimmy Carter visits The Report to discuss his lifelong passion for human rights and his book "A Call to Action."
Episode 81
Errol Morris
Mar 26, 2014
Secret Service agents go on a bender, a Belgian baby gets a soccer contract, the Washington Redskins reach out to Native Americans, and Errol Morris talks "The Known Unknown."
Episode 82
Darren Aronofsky
Mar 27, 2014
Russia seizes Ukraine's dolphin army, morning news shows pander to millennials, Hawaii's cops lose the right to have sex with prostitutes, and Darren Aronofsky talks "Noah."
Episode 83
Biz Stone
Mar 31, 2014
Apple announces ethnically-diverse emoticons, Stephen responds to the #CancelColbert Twitter fiasco, and Biz Storm discusses his Jelly app and "Things a Little Bird Told Me."
Episode 84
John Malkovich
Apr 1, 2014
Obamacare enrollment hits a major milestone, college athletes seek union rights, and John Malkovich chats about his movie "Cesar Chavez."
Episode 85
Dan Harris
Apr 2, 2014
A U.N. report warns of devastating climate change, Tennessee seeks new death penalty drugs, aging tech workers resort to plastic surgery, and Dan Harris talks "10% Happier."
Episode 86
Mark Mazzetti
Apr 3, 2014
Experts claim to have found the Holy Grail, Emily Bazelon weighs in on money in politics, Bill O'Reilly embraces inequality, and Mark Mazzetti talks "The Way of the Knife."
Episode 87
Edward Frenkel
Apr 7, 2014
Jeb Bush defends illegal immigrants, Alaska outlaws drone-assisted hunting, a GOP candidate speaks at a cockfighting rally, and Edward Frenkel talks "Love and Math."
Episode 88
Jane Goodall
Apr 8, 2014
A Senate report reveals that the CIA made false claims about enhanced interrogation, Common Core math tests create mass confusion, and Jane Goodall talks "Seeds of Hope.
Episode 89
Sheryl Sandberg
Apr 9, 2014
An Internet bug causes panic, Andrew Sullivan weighs in on Brendan Eich's resignation from Mozilla, Obama pushes for equal pay, and Sheryl Sandberg talks "Lean In."
Episode 90
Sting
Apr 10, 2014
David Letterman announces his retirement, Botox helps treat depression, Bill O'Reilly fights the grievance-industrial complex, and Sting performs "The Last Ship."
Episode 91
Ken Burns
Apr 21, 2014
An Al Qaeda video tips off U.S. forces, critics advance conspiracy theories about Hillary Clinton, a church embraces mixed martial arts, and Ken Burns talks "The Address."
Episode 92
George Will
Apr 22, 2014
The U.S. Postal Service honors gay activist Harvey Milk, Stephen examines California's 29th district, and George Will talks "A Nice Little Place on the North Side."
Episode 93
John Calipari
Apr 23, 2014
Canada's middle class surges, college athletes get unlimited snacks, a senator defends cockfighting, America faces a lime shortage, and John Calipari talks "Players First."
Episode 94
George Saunders
Apr 24, 2014
The Supreme Court upholds a ban on affirmative action, a cattle rancher battles the federal government, and author George Saunders discusses "Congratulations, by the Way."
Episode 95
Michael McFaul
Apr 28, 2014
Pope Francis grants sainthood to his predecessors, Dr. Paul Offit makes the case for vaccination, and Michael McFaul expands on Russia's complex relationship with the U.S.
Episode 96
Robert Rodriguez
Apr 29, 2014
Donald Sterling lands in hot water over his racist remarks, Congress names a mountain after Reagan, Obama pushes for prisoner clemency, and Robert Rodriguez talks El Rey.
Episode 97
Audra McDonald
Apr 30, 2014
Syria's president runs for reelection, Clay Aiken discusses his bid for Congress, a lesbian trio gets married, and Audra McDonald talks "Lady Day at Emerson's Bar & Grill."
Episode 98
Saul Williams
May 1, 2014
Jesse Watters mocks America's youth, CNN waits endlessly for news on Flight 370, and poet Saul Williams talks about his role in Broadway's "Holla If Ya Hear Me."
Episode 99
Edward O. Wilson
May 5, 2014
Stephen examines Virginia's 3rd District, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar weighs in on racism in America, and renowned biologist Edward O. Wilson talks "A Window on Eternity."
Episode 100
Bette Midler
May 6, 2014
Rand Paul courts Rupert Murdoch at the Kentucky Derby, Georgia allows guns in public, Satanists build a statue in Oklahoma, and Bette Midler discusses "A View From a Broad."
Episode 101
David Remnick
May 7, 2014
A vibrating pill fights constipation, scientists discover the world's first female penis, violence escalates in Ukraine, and The New Yorker's David Remnick talks "The 40s."
Episode 102
Ellen Page
May 8, 2014
Stephen interviews a role-playing congressional candidate, Fox Business anchor Stu Varney gushes about his popular appeal, and Ellen Page talks "X-Men: Days of Future Past."
Episode 103
Glenn Greenwald
May 12, 2014
Michael Sam becomes the NFL's first openly gay draft pick, conspiracy theories swirl around Monica Lewinsky's Vanity Fair essay, and Glenn Greenwald talks "No Place to Hide."
Episode 104
The Black Keys
May 13, 2014
Pope Francis embraces socialism, Rosemary Nyirumbe talks #BringBackOurGirls, the Koch brothers target the Columbus Zoo, and The Black Keys perform a song from "Turn Blue."
Episode 105
Keri Russell
May 14, 2014
The pope declares that he would baptize Martians, climate change reaches the point of no return, Amazon secures a questionable patent, and Keri Russell talks "The Americans."
Episode 106
Tom Friedman
May 15, 2014
Russia kicks the U.S. out of the International Space Station, robots get lessons in morality, and Thomas Friedman talks "Years of Living Dangerously."
Episode 107
Elizabeth Warren
May 19, 2014
Scientists embrace gender equality for lab rats, a product revolutionizes beef jerky, and Elizabeth Warren discusses the banking industry and her memoir, "A Fighting Chance."
Episode 108
Matthew Weiner
May 20, 2014
The U.S. accuses China of cyber spying, Republicans take ferocious aim at Hillary Clinton, the E.U. offers people a clean slate on Google, and Matthew Weiner talks "Mad Men."
Episode 109
Patrick Stewart
May 21, 2014
Eccentric candidates dominate Idaho's gubernatorial debate, a Middle Eastern virus migrates to the U.S., and Patrick Stewart chats about "X-Men: Days of Future Past."
Episode 110
Ray Mabus
May 22, 2014
Paul Rieckhoff weighs in on a growing Veterans Affairs scandal, Marco Rubio dodges a question about his marijuana use, and Ray Mabus sheds light on the U.S. Navy.
Episode 111
Thomas Piketty
Jun 2, 2014
Obama negotiates a prisoner swap with the Taliban, a Florida man installs a firing range in his yard, and Thomas Piketty discusses "Capital in the Twenty-First Century."
Episode 112
Morgan Freeman
Jun 3, 2014
Open-carry gun advocates make the NRA uncomfortable, Dan Esty weighs in on Obama's climate change initiative, and Morgan Freeman talks "Through the Wormhole."
Episode 113
Jonah Hill
Jun 4, 2014
Female hurricanes cause more deaths than male ones, Sherman Alexie discusses the Amazon-Hachette feud, The Report educates the public, and Jonah Hill talks "22 Jump Street."
Episode 114
Chrissie Hynde
Jun 5, 2014
Conservatives scrutinize Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl, North Korea invents a mushroom sports drink, football players sue the NFL, and Chrissie Hynde performs songs from "Stockholm."
Episode 115
Esther Perel
Jun 9, 2014
A GOP candidate changes his name in order to win Hispanic votes, Vincent van Gogh's ear finds new life at an art museum, and Esther Perel talks "Mating in Captivity."
Episode 116
John Waters
Jun 10, 2014
A computer passes for a human being, a robot demands civil rights, the Jacksonville Jaguars install swimming pools in their stadium, and John Waters talks "Carsick."
Episode 117
Rob Rhinehart
Jun 11, 2014
Tea Party challenger David Brat defeats Eric Cantor, debtors' prison makes a comeback in the U.S., and Rob Rhinehart discusses his food substitute, Soylent.
Episode 118
James Webb
Jun 12, 2014
Ted Cruz drops his Canadian citizenship, Led Zeppelin faces a plagiarism lawsuit, Hans Beinholtz discusses the World Cup, and James Webb talks "I Heard My Country Calling."
Episode 119
Ta-Nehisi Coates
Jun 16, 2014
Ben Van Heuvelen discusses the ISIS threat in Iraq, a study finds that financial hardship can lead to racist attitudes, and Ta-Nehisi Coates talks "The Case for Reparations."
Episode 120
David Boies & Theodore B. Olson
Jun 17, 2014
Team USA defeats Ghana at the World Cup, Hispanics prove that being white is a choice, and David Boies and Theodore B. Olson discuss "Redeeming the Dream."
Episode 121
Katty Kay & Claire Shipman
Jun 18, 2014
The RNC sends a giant squirrel after Hillary Clinton, Thad Cochran reminisces about indecent acts with animals, and Katty Kay and Claire Shipman discuss "The Confidence Code."
Episode 122
Jay Carney
Jun 19, 2014
Dick Cheney slams Obama over Iraq, Doritos unveils experimental flavors, an app reduces all messages to "yo," and Jay Carney chats about being White House press secretary.
Episode 123
John Green
Jun 23, 2014
Team USA ties Portugal in the World Cup, Mark Mazzetti discusses U.S. military advisers in Iraq, a handsome mug shot goes viral, and John Green talks "The Fault in Our Stars."
Episode 124
Edie Falco
Jun 24, 2014
ISIS militants invade the Twittersphere, Ben & Jerry's becomes GMO-free, New York lawmakers ban tiger selfies, and Edie Falco talks about Showtime's "Nurse Jackie."
Episode 125
Eleanor Holmes Norton
Jun 25, 2014
Obama breaches Chipotle etiquette, John Burnett discusses America's child immigrant crisis, and Eleanor Holmes Norton reflects on Mississippi's Freedom Summer.
Episode 126
Paul Rudd
Jun 26, 2014
Fox News's Dr. Keith Ablow floats a conspiracy theory about the World Cup, North Carolina upholds a possum-dropping tradition, and Paul Rudd chats about "They Both Came."
Episode 127
Jad Abumrad & Robert Krulwich
Jul 14, 2014
The World Cup comes to an end, John Boehner sues President Obama, a company invents a beverage-identifying cup, and Jad Abumrad and Robert Krulwich discuss "Radiolab."
Episode 128
Vint Cerf
Jul 15, 2014
Obama develops a case of senioritis, bears continue to threaten America, and Google's Vint Cerf describes his role in co-creating the Internet.
Episode 129
Bill de Blasio
Jul 16, 2014
Rick Perry faces criticism over his fashion choices, Joe Quesada discusses Captain America's replacement, and Bill de Blasio weighs in on the challenges facing New Yorkers.
Episode 130
Steven Wise
Jul 17, 2014
A Malaysia Airlines plane crashes in Ukraine, conservatives react to the child immigrant crisis, coal rollers embrace pollution, and Steven M. Wise talks "Rattling the Cage."
Episode 131
Nancy Pelosi
Jul 21, 2014
Tensions rise over the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight 17, Edan Lepucki's "California" becomes a best seller, and Nancy Pelosi discusses the "Middle Class Jumpstart" plan.
Episode 132
Julia Ioffe
Jul 22, 2014
Rep. Steve Pearce investigates the child immigrant crisis, P.K. Winsome offers advice on impeaching Obama, and Julia Ioffe discusses the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
Episode 133
Mary Mazzio & Oscar Vazquez
Jul 23, 2014
Tim Draper discusses his Six Californias initiative, Lowe's employees deliver top-notch health care to a veteran, and Mary Mazzio and Oscar Vazquez talk "Underwater Dreams."
Episode 134
Elon Musk
Jul 24, 2014
Darth Vader polls higher than all 2016 presidential candidates, "True Blood" slams conservatives, a typo threatens Obamacare, and Elon Musk shares his visionary technology.
Episode 135
Beck
Jul 28, 2014
Stephen hosts "The Hobbit" panel at Comic-Con, a luxury apartment complex includes a "poor door," and Beck performs a song off his album "Morning Phase."
Episode 136
Jon Batiste & Stay Human
Jul 29, 2014
A week's worth of horrible news weighs on Stephen, Sarah Palin launches her own web channel, and Jon Batiste and Stay Human perform a song off their album "Social Music."
Episode 137
James Franco
Jul 30, 2014
Orlando Bloom throws a punch at Justin Bieber, Allan Sloan discusses corporate tax dodgers, nudity becomes a big hit on reality TV, and James Franco talks "Child of God."
Episode 138
Campbell Brown
Jul 31, 2014
Obama supports putting women on U.S. currency, controversy swirls around coverage of the Gaza crisis, Satan sends text messages, and Campbell Brown talks education reform.
Episode 139
Pat Buchanan & John W. Dean
Aug 4, 2014
Stephen commemorates the 40th anniversary of President Nixon's resignation, Pat Buchanan discusses "The Greatest Comeback," and John W. Dean talks "The Nixon Defense."
Episode 140
James Cameron
Aug 5, 2014
Open-carry gun supporters publish a children's book, Hillary Clinton discusses "Hard Choices," and James Cameron talks about "DeepSea Challenge 3D."
Episode 141
Michael Fassbender
Aug 6, 2014
Kim Jong-un tours a lube factory, Rand Paul runs away from immigration activists, a five-year-old gives a stellar TV interview, and Michael Fassbender chats about "Frank."
Episode 142
Brian Chesky
Aug 7, 2014
Ebola panic spreads across America, Vladimir Putin bans food from the West, Stephen takes sides in a sandwich showdown, and Brian Chesky chats about his company, Airbnb.
Episode 143
Jeff Bridges & Lois Lowry
Aug 26, 2014
The Report wins the Emmy for Outstanding Variety Series, Stephen chats with Rep. Marcia Fudge about Ohio's 11th District, and Jeff Bridges and Lois Lowry talk "The Giver."
Episode 144
Michael Sheen
Aug 27, 2014
Protests erupt over the shooting of an unarmed black teenager, Scrabble adds thousands of trendy words to its dictionary, and Michael Sheen talks about "Masters of Sex."
Episode 145
JR
Aug 28, 2014
Critics blast Obama as ISIS advances in Syria, a company provides a convenient way to inhale alcohol, and street artist JR shares his award-winning work.
Episode 146
Mandy Patinkin
Sep 2, 2014
Hackers post nude photos of female celebrities, Norm Stamper discusses the implications of militarizing the police, and Mandy Patinkin talks "Homeland."
Episode 147
Randall Munroe
Sep 3, 2014
Critics demand that Obama go to war with ISIS, Frank Underwood from "House of Cards" offers leadership advice, and Randall Munroe discusses his book "What If?"
Episode 148
Doris Kearns Goodwin
Sep 4, 2014
New York City's St. Patrick's Day Parade welcomes gays, Cosmopolitan covers the midterms, Al Qaeda expands into India, and Doris Kearns Goodwin discusses "The Bully Pulpit."
Episode 149
John Lithgow
Sep 8, 2014
Pundits rejoice over a royal pregnancy, immigration reform remains in limbo, a fitness bracelet shocks people into exercising, and John Lithgow discusses "Love Is Strange."
Episode 150
Jason Segel
Sep 9, 2014
Apple unveils its smartwatch, Detroit firefighters manage to innovate despite a lack of resources, and Jason Segel discusses his children's book, "Nightmares!"
Episode 151
Henry Kissinger
Sep 10, 2014
President Obama plans to destroy ISIS, Donald Trump tries to protect his name, the BuyPartisan app helps people shop politically, and Henry Kissinger discusses "World Order."
Episode 152
Lonn Taylor
Sep 11, 2014
President Obama declares military action against ISIS, global warming threatens birds, and Lonn Taylor discusses "The Star-Spangled Banner: The Making of an American Icon."
Episode 153
Mindy Kaling
Sep 15, 2014
A new Miss America reigns, The Guardian editor Matt Wells weighs in on Scottish independence, think tanks accept foreign money, and Mindy Kaling discusses "The Mindy Project."
Episode 154
Unlocking the Truth
Sep 16, 2014
President Obama draws on Bush-era policies to battle ISIS, an detailed report insults the Olive Garden's menu, and Unlocking the Truth performs from "Monster."
Episode 155
Viggo Mortensen
Sep 17, 2014
Stephen dresses up as Prince Hawkcat at Comic-Con, California school districts receive armored military vehicles, and Viggo Mortensen chats about "The Two Faces of January."
Episode 156
Terry Gilliam
Sep 18, 2014
A new app helps people cut down on their smartphone usage, Sean Hannity reminisces about being spanked, and Terry Gilliam discusses his film "The Zero Theorem."
Episode 157
Tweedy
Sep 22, 2014
Afghan soldiers go missing from Cape Cod, climate change protesters descend on Manhattan, Charles Krauthammer psychoanalyzes Obama, and Tweedy performs a song from "Sukierae."
Episode 158
Naomi Klein
Sep 23, 2014
The U.S. launches airstrikes in Syria, Jared Huffman chats about California's 2nd district, a Russian brewer acquires Pabst, and Naomi Klein talks "This Changes Everything."
Episode 159
Bill Cosby
Sep 24, 2014
Jeff Tweedy calls the Atone Phone hotline, President Obama comes under fire for saluting with a coffee cup, and Bill Cosby sits down with Stephen.
Episode 160
Walter Mischel
Sep 25, 2014
Attorney General Eric Holder resigns, Staten Island's famous groundhog dies under suspicious circumstances, and Walter Mischel discusses "The Marshmallow Test."
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