Phoebe Robinson - "Sorry, Harriet Tubman" and More
The Daily Show with Trevor Noah
Season 27 E 9 • 10/12/2021

Comedian Phoebe Robinson talks about her book of essays "Please Don't Sit on My Bed in Your Outside Clothes," Tiny Reparations Books and her HBO Max comedy special "Sorry, Harriet Tubman."
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08:06

Bakari Sellers - "Who Are Your People?"
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS27 E51

Civil rights attorney and CNN commentator Bakari Sellers discusses his culturally conscious children's book "Who Are Your People?" and weighs in on what Black History Month should be about.
02/01/2022
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08:46

Backlash to Biden's Supreme Court Promise & "Maus" Banned
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS27 E49

Fox News pundits slam President Biden's pledge to nominate a Black woman to the Supreme Court, U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson reels from another scandal, and a school board bans "Maus."
01/27/2022
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06:47

Lindsey Vonn - "Rise: My Story"
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS27 E49

Olympic gold medalist and alpine skier Lindsey Vonn talks about her memoir "Rise: My Story," fearlessness on the slopes and transitioning into her role as an entrepreneur.
01/27/2022
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06:52

Jay Shetty - "Think Like a Monk" & Joining the Calm App
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS27 E46

Mindfulness expert and "Think Like a Monk" author Jay Shetty talks about how he learned to live as a meditative monk and his new role as Chief Purpose Author of the Calm app.
01/24/2022
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09:28

Bernice A. King - The King Center & "It Starts with Me"
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS27 E43

Dr. Bernice A. King, daughter of Coretta Scott King and Martin Luther King Jr., talks about advancing her parents' work via The King Center, voting rights and her book "It Starts with Me."
01/18/2022
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09:19

COVID-19 Pummels Pro Sports & Reality Star Sells Her Farts
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS27 E41

Coronavirus cases surge among professional athletes, Andrew Cuomo is ordered to return money he made from his book about handling the pandemic, and a reality star sells her farts in a jar.
12/15/2021
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08:45

Huma Abedin - "Both/And"
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS27 E39

Huma Abedin, advisor and chief of staff to Hillary Clinton, reflects on her early days in the Clinton administration, sexist obstacles facing women in leadership and her memoir "Both/And."
12/13/2021
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06:58

Nikole Hannah-Jones - "The 1619 Project: A New Origin Story"
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS27 E37

"The 1619 Project: A New Origin Story" author Nikole Hannah-Jones talks about the influence and reception of her work, reparations and the debate over teaching critical race theory.
12/08/2021
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08:39

Ryan Busse - "Gunfight"
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS27 E33

Ryan Busse, a longtime former firearms executive who blew the whistle on the gun industry, discusses his book "Gunfight" and how the NRA has radically changed over the past few decades.
12/01/2021
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09:08

Scottie Pippen - "Unguarded"
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS27 E33

NBA superstar Scottie Pippen talks about his memoir "Unguarded," his early struggles as a kid and what it was like to play alongside Michael Jordan as a fellow member of the Chicago Bulls.
12/01/2021
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07:38

Peter Hotez - "Preventing the Next Pandemic"
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS27 E31

"Preventing the Next Pandemic" author, Dr. Peter Hotez, discusses the rise of the Omicron variant of the coronavirus in Africa and the global leadership failures that helped to enable it.
11/29/2021
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08:26

Dwyane Wade - "Dwyane"
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS27 E29

NBA superstar Dwyane Wade discusses his photographic memoir "Dwyane," his passion for performing karaoke and reflects on his loving support for his young daughter's trans identity.
11/17/2021
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10:23

Ai Weiwei - "1000 Years of Joys and Sorrows"
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS27 E28

Artist and activist Ai Weiwei discusses his memoir "1000 Years of Joys and Sorrows," being detained by the oppressive Chinese government and the urgent sense of purpose driving his art.
11/16/2021
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10:07

Chris Christie - "Republican Rescue"
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS27 E27

Former New Jersey governor Chris Christie talks about his book "Republican Rescue," his relationship with Donald Trump and steering the GOP away from truth denial and conspiracy theories.
11/15/2021
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14:02

Will Smith - "King Richard" & "Will"
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS27 E26

Will Smith talks about the challenge of portraying Richard Williams, the father of Venus and Serena Williams, in his movie "King Richard" and discusses his deeply personal memoir "Will."
11/11/2021
Interview
07:05

Emily Ratajkowski - "My Body"
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS27 E24

Supermodel and actor Emily Ratajkowski talks about her book "My Body," a collection of essays about empowerment, the complications of modeling and the cultural commodification of women.
11/09/2021
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08:31

Spike Lee - "SPIKE"
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS27 E23

Iconic filmmaker Spike Lee discusses his wildly supportive and creative family members and talks about "SPIKE," his comprehensive book spanning the breadth of his entire career.
11/08/2021
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08:00

Vanessa Nakate - "A Bigger Picture"
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS27 E21

Ugandan climate activist Vanessa Nakate talks about her memoir "A Bigger Picture" and why African countries should be at the center of the global conversation about climate change.
11/02/2021
Interview
26:59

Dan Crenshaw - "Fortitude" - Extended Interview
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS27 E20

Texas congressman and "Fortitude" author Dan Crenshaw talks about his views on U.S. immigration policy, climate change and his definition of cancel culture.
11/01/2021
Interview
10:32

Kristen Soltis Anderson - "The Selfie Vote"
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS27 E19

Republican pollster and "The Selfie Vote" author Kristen Soltis Anderson reflects on the reasons behind the increasing political polarization in the U.S. and discusses the future of the GOP.
10/28/2021
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08:23

Tamron Hall - "As the Wicked Watch"
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS27 E17

Journalist and author Tamron Hall discusses "As the Wicked Watch," her novel about how the media selectively covers stories about missing Black girls.
10/26/2021
Interview
08:02

Michael Pollan - "This Is Your Mind on Plants"
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS27 E15

"This Is Your Mind on Plants" author Michael Pollan discusses psychedelic drugs as a means of treating mental illness and describes what he learned from his experiments with psychedelics.
10/21/2021
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06:24

Nick Offerman - "Where the Deer and the Antelope Play"
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS27 E14

Actor and humorist Nick Offerman talks about his book "Where the Deer and the Antelope Play," in which he reflects on humanity's relationship with the beauty of the great outdoors.
10/20/2021
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10:43

William Shatner's Space Adventure & An Elk in Trouble
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS27 E10

William Shatner becomes the oldest person to go to space, North Korea showcases the physical prowess of its soldiers, and Colorado park rangers help an elk with a tire stuck around its neck.
10/13/2021
Interview
05:32

Phoebe Robinson - "Sorry, Harriet Tubman" and More
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS27 E9

Comedian Phoebe Robinson talks about her book of essays "Please Don't Sit on My Bed in Your Outside Clothes," Tiny Reparations Books and her HBO Max comedy special "Sorry, Harriet Tubman."
10/12/2021
Interview
09:31

Bobby Hall - "This Bright Future"
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS27 E8

Rapper Bobby Hall (a.k.a. Logic) discusses "This Bright Future," his memoir about how he managed to overcome the challenges posed by growing up in a traumatically dysfunctional family.
10/07/2021
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09:17

Richard Antoine White - "I'm Possible"
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS27 E5

Tuba player Richard Antoine White describes how his audacious determination took him from a life of hardship in Baltimore to classical music halls, then discusses his memoir "I'm Possible."
10/04/2021
Interview
08:58

Derecka Purnell - "Becoming Abolitionists"
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS27 E3

Lawyer, activist and writer Derecka Purnell talks about her book "Becoming Abolitionists," which takes a deep dive into the notion of abolishing the police.
09/29/2021
Interview
11:19

Carmelo Anthony - "Where Tomorrows Aren't Promised"
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS26 E111

NBA legend Carmelo Anthony talks about sharing his personal journey in his memoir, "Where Tomorrows Aren't Promised," and discusses his upcoming season as a new member of the L.A. Lakers.
09/15/2021
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08:48

Gabrielle Union - "You Got Anything Stronger?"
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS26 E110

Actor, author and producer Gabrielle Union discusses her experience at the 2021 Met Gala and her book "You Got Anything Stronger?," a collection of revealing essays about her life.
09/14/2021
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08:26

Yvonne Orji - "Bamboozled by Jesus" and "Insecure"
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS26 E103

Actor and comedian Yvonne Orji talks about her memoir "Bamboozled by Jesus," the importance of religion in her life, and the bittersweetness of wrapping up her role on the series "Insecure."
06/09/2021
Interview
08:00

Chris Bosh - "Letters to a Young Athlete"
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS26 E102

NBA star Chris Bosh discusses his book "Letters to a Young Athlete," the life lessons he learned on the way to athletic greatness and grappling with the realization that he had to retire.
06/08/2021
Interview
07:42

Gina Yashere - "Cack-Handed" and "Bob Hearts Abishola"
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS26 E102

Comedian Gina Yashere talks about her memoir "Cack-Handed," the aftermath of coming out as gay to her conservative Nigerian family and her groundbreaking sitcom, "Bob Hearts Abishola."
06/08/2021
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03:16

Andrew Cuomo's $5 Million Book Deal
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS26 E99

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo draws backlash over revelations he'll earn over $5 million from his book touting his pandemic management, and Desi Lydic helms a sexual harassment training video.
05/19/2021
Interview
09:26

Sharon Stone - "The Beauty of Living Twice"
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS26 E97

Sharon Stone discusses her book "The Beauty of Living Twice," in which she explores her childhood trauma, backlash over her nude scenes in "Basic Instinct" and her human rights advocacy.
05/17/2021
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07:56

Michelle Zauner - "Crying in H Mart" & "Jubilee"
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS26 E95

Musician Michelle Zauner talks about the painfully cathartic experience of honoring her late mother and Korean heritage with her book, "Crying in H Mart," and her joyous new album, "Jubilee."
05/12/2021
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08:02

Ian Manuel - "My Time Will Come"
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS26 E93

Activist and poet Ian Manuel talks about being sentenced to life in prison without parole at the age of 14, his advocacy for criminal justice reform and his memoir "My Time Will Come."
05/10/2021
Interview
09:20

Selma van de Perre - "My Name Is Selma"
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS26 E91

Author Selma van de Perre, a Nazi concentration camp survivor and Jewish resistance fighter, discusses "My Name Is Selma," the need to highlight atrocities and her daily pursuit of joy.
05/05/2021
Interview
10:11

Elizabeth Warren - "Persist"
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS26 E90

Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren talks about the challenge of regaining a sense of normalcy in the U.S., reflects on her 2020 presidential run and discusses her book "Persist."
05/04/2021
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07:01

Mazie K. Hirono - "Heart of Fire"
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS26 E88

Hawaii Sen. Mazie K. Hirono reflects on her trailblazing career, her memoir "Heart of Fire" and sparring with Sen. Ted Cruz about her anti-hate crimes bill protecting Asian Americans.
04/29/2021
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