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The Pandumbic - Omicron Variant Conspiracy Theories

Season 27 E 32 • 11/30/2021

The emergence of the Omicron COVID-19 variant leads to the spread of right-wing conspiracy theories claiming that variants are part of a coordinated scheme by Democrats to win elections.

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04:39

Dul-Sayin' - The History of the Black Marching Band
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Dulcé Sloan talks about how marching bands made their way from the military to HBCUs, their game-changing embrace of choreography and their continuing impact on pop culture.
11/17/2021
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Trevor Meets His No. 1 Bootlegger in South Africa
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Trevor details the conversation he had with a man who bootlegs his stand-up DVDs and explains the difference between their business models.
11/18/2021
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Halle Berry - "Bruised"
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Halle Berry talks about her directorial debut movie, "Bruised," in which she also takes on a highly physical role as an MMA fighter, and reflects on the challenges of her career.
11/18/2021
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05:34

Life Is Cheap with Desi Lydic - Celebrating Thanksgiving
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In the runup to what is projected to be the most expensive Thanksgiving ever, Desi Lydic tightens her belt and serves up tips on how to celebrate the holiday on a budget.
11/18/2021
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13:58

Other Countries Have News Too
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Russia could be preparing to invade Ukraine, Americans are urged to leave strife-torn Ethiopia, and Chinese tennis star Peng Shuai disappears after accusing a politician of sexual assault.
11/18/2021
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10:46

Keeping Up with the Coronavirus - Omicron Variant
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS27 E31

Scientists sound the alarm about the global health implications of the emerging Omicron COVID-19 variant, and the Biden administration imposes travel bans from several African countries.
11/29/2021
Interview
07:52

Thandiwe Newton - "President"
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Actor, producer and activist Thandiwe Newton talks about her hard-hitting documentary film "President" and the ongoing fight for democracy in Zimbabwe.
11/29/2021
Interview
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
Interview
08:20

Natalie and Derrica Wilson - Black and Missing Foundation
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Natalie and Derrica Wilson discuss their Black and Missing Foundation, how Black missing person cases are marginalized by police and the media, and the HBO docuseries based on their work.
11/30/2021
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10:18

Barbados Drops the Queen & North Korea Bans Leather Coats
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS27 E32

Moderna's CEO makes a dire prediction about vaccines in the wake of the Omicron variant, Barbados officially cuts ties with Britain, and North Korea makes it illegal to wear leather coats.
11/30/2021
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08:06

The Pandumbic - Omicron Variant Conspiracy Theories
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS27 E32

The emergence of the Omicron COVID-19 variant leads to the spread of right-wing conspiracy theories claiming that variants are part of a coordinated scheme by Democrats to win elections.
11/30/2021
Interview
09:08

Scottie Pippen - "Unguarded"
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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
Interview
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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11:08

Trump Tested Positive Before Debate & SCOTUS on Abortion
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CNN indefinitely suspends anchor Chris Cuomo, Donald Trump reportedly tested positive for COVID-19 before debating Joe Biden, and the Supreme Court appears poised to undo Roe v. Wade.
12/01/2021
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07:35

A Look Back at 2021 - Celebrity Power Couples
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS27 E34

Desi Lydic gives a roundup of the year's celebrity power couples, highlighting Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez's rekindled romance and Senate sweethearts Joe Manchin and Kyrsten Sinema.
12/02/2021
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10:25

If You Don't Know, Now You Know - Angela Merkel Steps Down
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS27 E34

German chancellor Angela Merkel leaves office after 16 years in power, and Trevor explores the trajectory of her global influence over the course of her remarkable political career.
12/02/2021
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04:33

Second U.S. Case of Omicron Variant & MLB Enters Lockout
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS27 E34

A second COVID-19 Omicron variant case is confirmed in the U.S., and a labor contract dispute rocks major league baseball.
12/02/2021
Interview
04:53

William Jackson Harper - "Love Life"
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Actor and producer William Jackson Harper talks about crafting the narrative and leaning into his role on Season 2 of "Love Life" and reflects on his ongoing journey as an artist.
12/02/2021
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15:38

U.S. Boycotts Beijing Olympics & Mass Firing Over Zoom
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS27 E35

The Biden administration announces a diplomatic boycott of the Beijing Olympics, a CEO lays off 900 employees via Zoom, and New York City combats overdoses with safe sites for drug use.
12/06/2021
Interview
07:40

Mahershala Ali - "Swan Song"
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS27 E35

Actor and producer Mahershala Ali reflects on the whirlwind success of his career, the humanistic themes of his sci-fi movie "Swan Song" and his upcoming role in the reboot of "Blade."
12/06/2021
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05:34

A Look Back at 2021 - Texas Roundup
The Daily Show with Trevor NoahS27 E35

Ronny Chieng highlights bad news from Texas in 2021, including the state's harmful response to the COVID-19 crisis, restrictions on voting access, attack on abortion rights and more.
12/06/2021
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