Now playing: Season 16, Episode 1 — Paul Giamatti
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1. Paul Giamatti
2011-01-03
The media calls Barack Obama the "comeback kid," and Paul Giamatti says "rapscallion.
2. Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
2011-01-04
Republicans focus on 2010 issues, and Kirsten Gillibrand wants to reform the Senate filibuster rules.
3. Jimmy Wales
2011-01-05
John McCain gets cranky, and Jimmy Wales imagines Wikipedia's relevance in 500 years.
4. Patton Oswalt
2011-01-06
Facebook refuses to disclose its financial results, and Patton Oswalt uses a prisoner ghostwriter.
5. Denis Leary
2011-01-10
John Oliver reports on the Arizona shootings in his PJs, and Denis Leary discusses "Suck on This Year.
6. Colin Firth
2011-01-11
John Oliver celebrates Verizon's iPhone announcement, and Colin Firth talks about "The King's Speech.
7. Tim Pawlenty
2011-01-12
Members of Congress introduce gun legislation, and Tim Pawlenty defends Republican rhetoric.
8. Ron Howard
2011-01-13
John Hodgman makes NASCAR more exciting, and Ron Howard shares his enthusiasm for show business.
9. Peter Bergen
2011-01-17
Michael Steele steps down as RNC chairman, and Peter Bergen talks about progress in Afghanistan.
10. Neil deGrasse Tyson
2011-01-18
Jon promises Sarah Palin a classy conversation and reveals his love for Neil deGrasse Tyson.
11. Paul Clemens
2011-01-19
Glenn Beck appears on the "Today" show, and Paul Clemens discusses blue-collar decline.
12. Kambiz Hosseini & Saman Arbabi
2011-01-20
Steve Cohen compares Republicans to Nazis, and Kambiz Hosseini and Saman Arbabi call Jon a prophet.
13. Anand Giridharadas
2011-01-24
Wyatt Cenac dons a parrot suit in Mississippi, and Anand Giridharadas tells Jon the truth.
14. James Franco
2011-01-25
A reporter searches for homeless talent, and Jon composes an ode to James Franco's Oscar nomination.
15. Jonathan Alter
2011-01-26
Michele Bachmann looks off camera, and Jonathan Alter examines Obama's plans for the future.
16. T. Boone Pickens
2011-01-27
Bill O'Reilly defends his Nazi analogies, and T. Boone Pickens wants America on an energy plan.
17. Bill Gates
2011-01-31
Egyptian forces use American tear gas canisters, and Bill Gates works on curing polio.
18. Michael Steele
2011-02-01
Conservatives turn into political hypochondriacs, and Michael Steele must prove his identity.
19. Matthew Perry
2011-02-02
Republicans close the rape loophole, and Matthew Perry talks about his happy friend.
20. Adm. Michael Mullen
2011-02-03
Justin Bieber switches bodies with Jon, and Mike Mullen talks about the crisis in Egypt.
21. Edward Glaeser
2011-02-14
22. January Jones
2011-02-15
23. Brian Williams
2011-02-16
Anchor and Managing Editor, NBC Nightly News. The award-winning journalist and friend-of-the-show stops by.
24. Ed Gillespie
2011-02-17
25. Lisa Ling
2011-02-21
26. Anderson Cooper
2011-02-22
27. Donald Rumsfeld
2011-02-23
28. Austan Goolsbee
2011-02-24
29. Howard Stern
2011-02-28
CNN anchors take viewer requests, and Howard Stern hopes to talk to Charlie Sheen.
30. Prince Zeid Ra'ad
2011-03-01
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
2011-03-02
32. Diane Ravitch
2011-03-03
33. Sen. Rand Paul
2011-03-07
34. Brian Christian
2011-03-08
Author Brian Christian ('The Most Human Human: What Talking with Computers Teaches Us About What It Means to Be Alive').
35. Aaron Eckhart
2011-03-09
From 'Battle: Los Angeles,' actor Aaron Eckhart.
36. Trey Parker & Matt Stone
2011-03-10
'South Park,' creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone.
37. Sarah Vowell
2011-03-21
Author, "Unfamiliar Fishes." The author discusses her new book about American colonization of Hawaii in the 1800s.
38. T.J. English
2011-03-22
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
2011-03-23
40. Bret Baier
2011-03-24
41. Dr. Mansour O.El-Kikhia
2011-03-28
Republicans want to lower the corporate tax rate, and Mansour O. El-Kikhia discusses Libya.
42. Miguel Nicoleles
2011-03-29
Joe Biden works the room at a war speech, and Miguel Nicolelis helps paralyzed people walk again.
43. Jake Gyllenhaal
2011-03-30
Republicans appeal to their narrow base, and Jake Gyllenhaal considers marrying a stranger.
44. Norm MacDonald
2011-03-31
CIA operatives might arm Libyan rebels, and Norm Macdonald wants to blow up his stupid high school.
45. Billy Crystal
2011-04-04
The comedian and actor discusses his role as a vampire in an upcoming Funny Or Die short.
46. Colin Quinn
2011-04-05
The comedian discusses his one-man Broadway show and special on HBO.
47. Mike Huckabee
2011-04-06
The former governor of Arkansas discusses his views on government, families and his latest book.
48. Jamie Oliver
2011-04-07
The chef talks about healthy cooking habits and the upcoming season of his Emmy-winning series.
49. Foo Fighters
2011-04-11
The rock band visits to perform a song from their latest album.
50. Governor Deval Patrick
2011-04-12
The governor of Massachusetts discusses his rise from poverty and what gives him hope for America's future.
51. Tracy Morgan
2011-04-13
The actor and comedian discusses his role in the upcoming animated film.
52. Ricky Gervais
2011-04-14
The comedian talks about his new HBO special with Jerry Seinfeld, Chris Rock and Louis C.K.
53. Gigi Ibrahim
2011-04-25
John Oliver highlights royal wedding coverage, and Gigi Ibrahim talks about the Egyptian uprising.
54. Elizabeth Warren
2011-04-26
Olivia Munn looks into tiger mothering, and Elizabeth Warren wants to protect consumers.
55. Bernie Sanders
2011-04-27
Obama releases his long-form birth certificate, and Bernie Sanders fights for workers' rights.
56. William Cohan
2011-04-28
John Oliver talks to British taxpayers about the wedding, and William Cohan discusses Goldman Sachs.
57. Philip K. Howard
2011-05-02
The U.S. kills Osama bin Laden, and Philip K. Howard explains why the government can't make choices.
58. Rachel Maddow
2011-05-03
A royal wedding simulation reveals the consummation, and Rachel Maddow discusses Bin Laden's death.
59. David Barton
2011-05-04
The White House hides the Bin Laden photo, and David Barton discusses religion in the Constitution.
60. Joe Meacham
2011-05-05
Donald Trump steals the crazy oxygen from Sarah Palin, and Jon Meacham discusses the Civil War.
61. Keira Knightley
2011-05-09
Jason Jones visits the gayest city in America, and Keira Knightley learns about the Santorum.
62. Will Ferrell
2011-05-10
Republicans take credit for Bin Laden's death, and Will Ferrell simulates sex with a baseball bat.
63. Albert Brooks
2011-05-11
Common causes controversy, and Albert Brooks talks about his Kate Middleton obsession.
64. Kristen Wiig
2011-05-12
Newt Gingrich announces his candidacy on Twitter, and Kristen Wiig talks about "Bridesmaids.
65. Jon Ronson
2011-05-16
Osama bin Laden's porn stash is discovered, and Jon Ronson talks about psychopaths.
66. Annie Jacobsen
2011-05-17
Al Madrigal weighs in on immigration reform, and Annie Jacobsen talks about Area 51.
67. Richard Beeman
2011-05-18
Newt Gingrich outrages Republicans, and Richard Beeman discusses religion in government.
68. Lisa P. Jackson
2011-05-19
John Hodgman creates a Bin Laden conspiracy theory, and Lisa P. Jackson addresses EPA criticism.
69. Jimmy Fallon
2011-05-31
Sarah Palin takes a bus tour with her family, and Jimmy Fallon reads a thank you note.
70. Bill Moyers
2011-06-01
Donald Trump eats his pizza with a fork, and Bill Moyers discusses good journalism.
71. Tim Tebow
2011-06-02
Eric Cantor wants to justify tornado relief, and Tim Tebow talks about his missionary parents.
72. Maziar Bahari
2011-06-06
Sarah Palin offers her version of Paul Revere, and Maziar Bahari recounts his Iranian imprisonment.
73. Fareed Zakaria
2011-06-07
John Oliver promises to mock Anthony Weiner, and Fareed Zakaria discusses American labor.
74. Larry King
2011-06-08
Anthony Weiner apologizes to Bill Clinton, and Larry King prepares for his European stand-up tour.
75. Howard Wasdin
2011-06-09
Jon spins the penis wheel, and Howard Wasdin talks about SEAL Team Six.
76. Alex Prud'homme
2011-06-13
Nancy Pelosi calls on Anthony Weiner to resign, and Alex Prud'homme discusses water pollution.
77. J.J. Abrams
2011-06-14
Republican hopefuls gather for their second debate, and J.J. Abrams talks about writing for TV.
78. Trey Parker & Matt Stone
2011-06-15
Barack Obama visits Puerto Rico, and Trey Parker and Matt Stone become the Broadway establishment.
79. Ray Nagin
2011-06-20
Sam Bee reports on the smoking ban in NYC parks, and Ray Nagin discusses Hurricane Katrina.
80. Cameron Diaz
2011-06-21
PolitiFact checks Fox News for false statements, and Cameron Diaz removes Jon's stitches.
81. Mitchell Zuckoff
2011-06-22
Greece protests proposed austerity measures, and Mitchell Zuckoff recounts an unlikely WWII rescue.
82. Bruce Headlam
2011-06-23
John Hodgman battles hackers on their own turf, and Bruce Headlam discusses "Page One.
83. Jennifer Aniston
2011-06-27
New York legalizes gay marriage, and Jennifer Aniston talks about her movie, "Horrible Bosses.
84. Louis C.K.
2011-06-28
Rod Blagojevich has much to look forward to in prison, and Louis C.K. deconstructs fart jokes.
85. Tom Hanks
2011-06-29
Democrats and Republicans can't agree on the debt ceiling, and Tom Hanks discusses his movie "Larry Crowne.
86. Bill Kristol
2011-06-30
Mark Halperin calls Barack Obama a dick, and Bill Kristol discusses American war strategy in Afghanistan.
87. Denis Leary
2011-07-11
Aasif Mandvi finds out why America's birds are dying, and Denis Leary talks about potato Vodka.
88. Kid Rock
2011-07-12
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
2011-07-13
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
2011-07-14
The ongoing debt ceiling negotiations get heated, and Leroy Petry demonstrates his robotic hand.
91. Daniel Radcliffe
2011-07-18
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
2011-07-19
The Murdoch scandal turns ugly, and Pervez Musharraf enjoys a beverage and converses about Pakistan.
93. Steve Carell
2011-07-20
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
2011-07-21
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
2011-07-25
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
2011-07-26
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
2011-07-27
Conservatives in America live a lonely life of persecution, and Rachel Weisz discusses filming "The Whistleblower" in Romania.
98. Peter Tomsen
2011-07-28
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
2011-08-01
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
2011-08-02
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
2011-08-03
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
2011-08-04
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
2011-08-08
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
2011-08-09
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
2011-08-10
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
2011-08-11
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
2011-08-15
Michele Bachmann wins the Iowa straw poll, Rick Perry announces his presidential candidacy, and Ali Velshi knows how to speak money.
108. Matt Long
2011-08-16
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
2011-08-17
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
2011-08-18
Warren Buffett enters the "class warfare" fray, Fitch downgrades New Jersey's credit rating, and Anne Hathaway talks Scrabble strategy.
111. Buddy Roemer
2011-09-06
The media scrutinizes Barack Obama's speech scheduling, James Hoffa Jr. upsets conservatives, and Buddy Roemer discusses his presidential candidacy.
112. Dr. Sanjay Gupta
2011-09-07
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
2011-09-08
GOP candidates square off at the presidential debate, Rick Perry rickrolls Mitt Romney, and Marion Cotillard discusses her fear of contagion.
114. Mike Mullen
2011-09-12
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
2011-09-13
CNN and the Tea Party team up, Rick Perry gets a beatdown, and Jim Lehrer discusses the tensions of presidential debates.
116. Common
2011-09-14
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
2011-09-15
Congress investigates the Solyndra scandal, Kristen Schaal unveils her pro-vagina campaign products, and Caroline Kennedy commemorates her parents' legacy.
118. Ron Suskind
2011-09-20
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
2011-09-21
Barack Obama presents his tax plan, the super rich risk extinction, and Mitch Daniels discusses the American economy.
120. Jennifer Granholm
2011-09-22
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
2011-09-26
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
2011-09-27
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
2011-09-28
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
2011-09-29
An NYPD officer pepper-sprays protestors, the NRA unveils a conspiracy theory, and Tony Bennett collaborates with young artists on "Duets II.
