The Daily Show: Ears Edition
Comedy Central
SummaryTune into The Daily Show: Ears Edition for your essential dose of political satire, cultural commentary, and sharp-witted analysis. As an audio-first extension of the iconic late-night franchise, this program brings together a rotating roster of beloved correspondents and guest hosts to dissect the week’s most bewildering headlines. From the absurdity of high-stakes international diplomacy and the ever-shifting landscape of the Trump administration to the bizarre trends of modern American life, no topic is too strange or too serious for this team. The podcast features a unique blend of formats, ranging from the high-energy, mock-antagonistic debates of the Sports War segments to the deep-dive investigative interviews found in the Time Machine series. You will hear hosts like Jon Stewart, Josh Johnson, Jordan Klepper, and Desi Lydic break down everything from the decay of national monuments and global sporting controversies to the evolving definition of masculinity in the digital age. Beyond the biting humor, the show serves as a vital space for reflection. Through candid conversations with journalists, authors, and actors, the podcast works to navigate the complexities of our current reality. Whether they are mocking the latest policy blunders or analyzing the state of American democracy, the hosts remain committed to finding the truth amidst the noise, offering a refreshing, hilarious, and thought-provoking take on the world around us. Join the conversation and get caught up on the headlines that matter—and the ones that are just too ridiculous to ignore.
Updated Jul 8, 2026
Episodes
Trump Meddles in USA World Cup Game & America's 250th Takes a Nosedive | Author Ann M. Martin
Trump meddles in World Cup politics while America prepares for a botched 250th birthday celebration.
TDS Time Machine | America 250
As America approaches its 250th anniversary, the nation grapples with Trump’s self-centered, gladiator-style party.
TDS Time Machine | Oh, Canada!
Donald Trump sparks a chaotic trade war with Canada while eyeing land grabs from Greenland to the Panama Canal.
TDS Time Machine | Sports War - Pt. 2
Professional athletes are cashing in on performance incentives and questionable endorsement deals in this sports debate.
This Week's News | Jon Stewart on the Botched Iran Deal & Josh Johnson on Trump's Reflecting Pool War
Jon Stewart breaks down the botched Iran deal while Josh Johnson examines Trump’s chaotic reflecting pool disaster.
Mamdani’s Endorsements Sweep NY Primaries & World Cup Fans Can’t Get Enough Ranch | Jay Pharoah
Mayor Mamdani is crowned a Democratic socialist kingmaker as World Cup fans spark a nationwide ranch dressing craze.
Trump Tries to Catch Reflecting Pool “Vandals” & Miami Gets a Scottish Takeover | Lou Diamond Phillips
Trump fights phantom reflecting pool vandals, Miami welcomes a Scottish invasion, and Lou Diamond Phillips visits.
Trump Sends Vance to Concede to Iran & Reflecting Pool Is Filled with Corruption | Maggie Haberman & Jonathan Swan
Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan pull back the curtain on the chaotic, reality-bending inner workings of the Trump era.
The Precap | Josh Johnson on D.C. Reflecting Pool Getting Nastier, JD Vance Getting Cringier & Iran War Fallout
Josh Johnson dives into the D.C. reflecting pool disaster, JD Vance's awkward campaign trail, and the risk of war.
TDS Time Machine | Father's Day
Political figures are using daddy issues to mask corruption, while young boys are falling for toxic internet gurus.
This Week's News | Jon on Knicks Win vs. UFC Fight, Klepper on JD Vance's Book Tour & NY Knicks Parade
Celebrate the Knicks victory, examine JD Vance’s awkward book tour, and unpack the latest chaotic Iran deal headlines.
Trump Deal Lets Iran Keep Missile Arsenal and $400 Billion & Republicans Lash Out | Johnny Knoxville
Trump faces backlash as his new Iran deal hands over billions and keeps their missile arsenal intact.
JD Vance Bombs His Book Tour & Scottish World Cup Fans Drink All the Beer in Boston | John Early
JD Vance struggles through a charisma-free book tour while Boston beer supplies vanish to thirsty World Cup fans.
Trump Autopens the Iran Deal, Lands a Res at G7 Summit & Spawns an Algae Conspiracy | Britt Lower
Trump skips his peace deal signing for a fancy dinner while a reflecting pool algae conspiracy theory takes root.
NYC's Joyous Knicks Victory Celebration vs. Trump's Joyless White House UFC Fight
New York celebrates a joyous Knicks victory while the White House turns the halls of power into a joyless fight club.
The Precap | Jordan Klepper on New York's Knicks Eruption, and Attending the UFC White House Fight
Jordan Klepper analyzes the communal joy of the Knicks playoff run versus the dystopian spectacle of UFC at the WH.
TDS Time Machine | The World Cup
Relive the drama of World Cup glory, heartbreaking upsets, and the global frenzy of football through the years.
This Week's News | Jon Stewart on Elmo’s Knicks Betrayal & Desi Lydic on Trump’s Iran Oil Heist
Elmo faces New York backlash for neutral NBA finals take while Trump stumbles through a tense oil heist interview.
Trump Goes Ocean’s Eleven on Iran’s Oil & Knicks Put Off Winning to the Last Second | Chris Evert & Martina Navratilova
Trump navigates international oil tensions as the Knicks pull a miracle finish, joined by tennis icons Evert and Nav.
Trump Sells UFC Coins as Iran Strikes & Melania Pushes AI in a Speech Worthy of AI | Nina Dobrev
Trump peddles commemorative gold coins as global tensions rise and Melania Trump delivers a cryptic AI speech.
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