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Jenifer Lewis - Pursuing a Mighty Dream as "The Mother of Black Hollywood" - Extended Interview

Season 24 E 24 • 11/13/2018

Jenifer Lewis discusses her memoir "The Mother of Black Hollywood," in which she reflects on her friendship with Whitney Houston and her colorful life in film and theater.

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Swizz Beatz - Returning to the Music Scene with "Poison"

Rapper and producer Swizz Beatz talks about taking a break to go to Harvard Business School, taking ownership of his career and returning to music with his album "Poison."
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Jeffrey Wright - Giving a Creative Voice to Veterans with "We Are Not Done Yet" - Extended Interview

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Midterm Recounts in Florida, Michelle Obama vs. Melania Trump & Inclusive Ballet Shoes

Florida's midterm gubernatorial and Senate races face a recount, Michelle Obama throws shade at Melania Trump, and a ballet shoe company embraces diversity.
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CP Time: Contributions of the Black Soldier

In honor of Veterans Day, Roy Wood Jr. gives a rundown of how African Americans have participated in the U.S.'s military efforts since the Revolutionary War.
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So Much News, So Little Time - Matt Whitaker, California Fires & Trump's WWI Rain Check

President Trump distances himself from acting Attorney General Matt Whitaker, blames California wildfires on forest management and skips out on a World War I ceremony.
11/12/2018
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The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS24 E24
Florida's Midterm Election Drama

With votes still being counted, President Trump and Governor Rick Scott allege fraud in Florida's midterms, and Election Supervisor Brenda Snipes adds to the confusion.
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The Florida Recount Explained

Michael Kosta sheds light on Florida's lengthy midterm recount process with the help of a highly suggestive visual aid.
11/13/2018
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The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS24 E24
Amazon's Second Headquarters, A Nazi Prom Photo in Wisconsin & Tide's "Wine Box" Controversy

Amazon announces new headquarters in New York and Virginia, Wisconsin prom-goers give a Nazi salute, and Tide rolls out a detergent package that resembles boxed wine.
11/13/2018
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The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS24 E24
Jenifer Lewis - Pursuing a Mighty Dream as "The Mother of Black Hollywood" - Extended Interview

Jenifer Lewis discusses her memoir "The Mother of Black Hollywood," in which she reflects on her friendship with Whitney Houston and her colorful life in film and theater.
11/13/2018
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The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS24 E25
Maurice Ashley - Reveling in the Ultimate Thinker's Game as a Chess Grandmaster

Chess commentator and Grandmaster Maurice Ashley talks about bringing good-natured trash-talking to the game and discusses the value of applying the lessons of chess to life.
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Back in Black - Flat Earth International Conference

For Lewis Black, the popularity of the Flat Earth International Conference in Denver is the ultimate proof that reality has become optional.
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The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS24 E25
Melania Trump's Power Play, Kanye West's Private Firefighters & The NFL's "Fortnite" Partnership

Melania Trump calls for the firing of Deputy National Security Adviser Mira Ricardel, Kanye West hires private firefighters, and the NFL joins forces with "Fortnite."
11/14/2018
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The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS24 E25
Democrats Plan Their House Takeover and Fire Up the "Subpoena Cannon"

After regaining control of the House of Representatives, Democrats plan to begin investigations into the Trump White House, and Michael Kosta presents a PSA.
11/14/2018
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Tessa Thompson - "Creed II" and Beyond - Extended Interview

"Creed II" star Tessa Thompson discusses her passion for pursuing diverse and nuanced roles in film and television and shares her excitement about her upcoming project.
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Trump's Prison Reform Initiative, Theresa May's Brexit Backlash & Women's Facial Hair Preference

President Trump calls for bipartisan prison reform, British Prime Minister Theresa May faces mockery over her Brexit plan, and a study finds that women prefer bearded men.
11/15/2018
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The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS24 E26
Jaboukie Young-White Questions Amazon's Move to New York City

Amazon's plan to set up a second headquarters in New York draws outrage in the Big Apple, and Jaboukie Young-White offers his perspective as a New Yorker.
11/15/2018
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The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS24 E26
Kirsten Gillibrand - Fighting for New Yorkers & Celebrating the "Bold & Brave" - Extended Interview

New York Senator Kirsten Gillibrand discusses Amazon's upcoming move to her state, the outsized influence of money in politics and her children's book "Bold & Brave."
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Between the Scenes - What Ever Happened to Teddy?

Trevor describes his random reunion with his childhood best friend Teddy, who he hadn't seen since they were busted for shoplifting.
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Elon Musk's Mars Buzzkill, Genetically Modified Babies & California's Wildfire Containment

Elon Musk paints a dreary picture of life on Mars, a Chinese scientist announces the first genetically modified babies, and firefighters contain California's wildfires.
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