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Season 19

Season 19

2013
159 Episodes

Episodes

Bill O'Reilly
1

1. Bill O'Reilly

Sep 30, 2013
8.3

Republicans threaten to shutter the government if their Obamacare demands go unmet, and Bill O'Reilly talks Syria and "Killing Jesus".

David Mitchell
2

2. David Mitchell

Oct 1, 2013
7.0

Fox News weathers the government shutdown, Jason Jones surveys Obamacare supporters and opponents, and David Mitchell discusses "The Reason I Jump".

Sandra Bullock
3

3. Sandra Bullock

Oct 2, 2013
8.0

Congressional Republicans show signs of shutdown remorse, Lewis Black sets his sights on Barilla Pasta, and Sandra Bullock talks zero-gravity projectile vomit.

Kerry Washington
4

4. Kerry Washington

Oct 3, 2013
8.3

Fox News investigates the liberal shutdown, Smokey the Bear gets furloughed, Sam Bee interviews a rebellious Republican, and Kerry Washington discusses "Scandal".

Kathleen Sebelius
5

5. Kathleen Sebelius

Oct 7, 2013
8.0

Obamacare commences, Democratic incompetence battles Republican nihilism, and Kathleen Sebelius clarifies the finer points of the Affordable Care Act.

Malala Yousafzai
6

6. Malala Yousafzai

Oct 8, 2013
8.8

Republicans deny responsibility for the shutdown and Malala Yousafzai talks fighting the Taliban.

Michael Fassbender
7

7. Michael Fassbender

Oct 9, 2013
7.5

Moderate Republicans remain in hiding and Michael Fassbender plays a really bad guy.

Brian Jay Jones
8

8. Brian Jay Jones

Oct 10, 2013
8.0

A Medicaid expansion encounters Republican turbulence and Brian Jay Jones talks Jim Henson.

Alan Greenspan
9

9. Alan Greenspan

Oct 21, 2013
7.0

The government's health care technology sputters and Alan Greenspan reconsiders Wall Street.

Malcolm Gladwell
10

10. Malcolm Gladwell

Oct 22, 2013
8.0

Mainstream Republicans battle the Tea Party and Malcolm Gladwell discusses "David and Goliath".

Charles Krauthammer
11

11. Charles Krauthammer

Oct 23, 2013
8.0

JP Morgan Chase reaches a settlement with the government and Charles Krauthammer talks health care.

Chiwetel Ejiofor
12

12. Chiwetel Ejiofor

Oct 24, 2013
7.0

Europe takes exception to America's attentions and Chiwetel Ejiofor turns out to be British.

Nick Offerman
13

13. Nick Offerman

Oct 28, 2013
7.0

Congress rides to HealthCare.gov's rescue, and Nick Offerman discusses "Paddle Your Own Canoe".

Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz
14

14. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz

Oct 29, 2013
8.0

CNN asks the question that really matters and Debbie Wasserman Schultz champions Obamacare.

Diane Ravitch
15

15. Diane Ravitch

Oct 30, 2013
8.3

The NSA goes on the defensive and Diane Ravitch offers solutions to public school woes.

Mark Fainaru-Wada
16

16. Mark Fainaru-Wada

Oct 31, 2013
8.2

Kathleen Sebelius takes the rap for HealthCare.gov and Mark Fainaru-Wada talks "League of Denial".

Bob Woodruff
17

17. Bob Woodruff

Nov 4, 2013
6.5

Toronto's Mayor Rob Ford learns crack is wack, and Bob Woodruff raises money for vets.

John Goodman
18

18. John Goodman

Nov 5, 2013
7.3

Toronto enables Rob Ford and John Goodman works with Garry Trudeau in "Alpha House".

Monique Brinson Demery
19

19. Monique Brinson Demery

Nov 6, 2013
7.5

Indecision 2013 concludes and Monique Brinson Demery talks "Finding the Dragon Lady".

Patrick Stewart
20

20. Patrick Stewart

Nov 7, 2013
7.0

A Second Rob Ford video emerges, NFL players defend Richie Incognito, Rand Paul is accused of plagiarism, and Patrick Stewart sheds light on his lobster costume.

Doris Kearns Goodwin
21

21. Doris Kearns Goodwin

Nov 11, 2013
7.5

"60 Minutes" acknowledges errors in its Benghazi report, Jason Jones motivates voters in Colorado, and Doris Kearns Goodwin talks "The Bully Pulpit".

Joe Scarborough
22

22. Joe Scarborough

Nov 12, 2013
8.5

John Kerry nearly pulls off a landmark nuclear deal with Iran, Fox News meshes medical opinion and talking points, and Joe Scarborough diagnoses Republican extremism.

Key & Peele
23

23. Key & Peele

Nov 13, 2013
8.0

The media struggles to identify racism, New York and Chicago share a not-so-polite disagreement, and Key and Peele detail their comedy beginnings.

Geoffrey Rush
24

24. Geoffrey Rush

Nov 14, 2013
8.0

President Obama takes responsibility for the ACA's failings, Rob Ford appears before the Toronto city council, and Geoffrey Rush promotes "The Book Thief".

Elizabeth Olsen
25

25. Elizabeth Olsen

Nov 18, 2013
8.0

Obamacare suffers in comparison to Hurricane Katrina, Liz Cheney assumes her father's mantle, and Elizabeth Olsen shows how not to be a Hollywood mess.

Bill Cosby
26

26. Bill Cosby

Nov 19, 2013
7.2

Toronto strips Rob Ford of his mayoral powers, Qatar constructs the country's largest steel vagina, and Bill Cosby talks "Far From Finished".

Tom Brokaw
27

27. Tom Brokaw

Nov 20, 2013
8.0

Peace is declared in the pizza war between New York and Chicago, a Republican legislator enjoys hip hop and cocaine, and Tom Brokaw remembers the day JFK was killed.

Jennifer Lawrence
28

28. Jennifer Lawrence

Nov 21, 2013
7.0

The Senate actually does something, Jessica Williams offers Black Friday shopping tips, and Jennifer Lawrence promotes "The Hunger Games: Catching Fire".

Ian McKellen
29

29. Ian McKellen

Dec 2, 2013
7.5

The Obama administration fixes HealthCare.gov, Black Friday shoppers turn violent, Christian B&B owners reject a gay couple, and Ian McKellen discusses "The Hobbit".

Jared Leto
30

30. Jared Leto

Dec 3, 2013
7.5

Sarah Palin fights back in the war on Christmas, the RNC marks the end of racism in America, and Jared Leto returns to acting after a six-year hiatus.

Jehane Noujaim
31

31. Jehane Noujaim

Dec 4, 2013
7.0

Corporations differ from people after all, Samantha Bee sheds light on shady, legal business practices, and Jehane Noujaim talks "The Square".

Jorge Ramos
32

32. Jorge Ramos

Dec 5, 2013
7.0

Fast food workers go on strike, John Hodgman warns of deranged millionaire flight from New York City, and Jorge Ramos predicts a Latino president.

Husain Haqqani
33

33. Husain Haqqani

Dec 9, 2013
7.5

The N.S.A. wiretaps the World of Warcraft, world leaders pay tribute to Nelson Mandela, and Husain Haqqani untangles Pakistani-U.S. relations.

Amy Adams
34

34. Amy Adams

Dec 10, 2013
7.4

Congress outdoes itself, Jason Jones embraces the art of gerrymandering, President Obama shakes hands with Raul Castro, and Amy Adams dishes on "American Hustle".

Reza Aslan
35

35. Reza Aslan

Dec 11, 2013
7.7

Congress whips up a bipartisan budget agreement, Jason Jones refuses to abandon the budget battle, and Reza Aslan addresses the Iranian nuclear agreement.

Evangeline Lilly
36

36. Evangeline Lilly

Dec 12, 2013
8.2

Fox News confirms Santa Claus's whiteness, Lewis Black finds the future underwhelming, and Evangeline Lilly discusses "The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug".

Haifaa al-Mansour
37

37. Haifaa al-Mansour

Dec 16, 2013
7.7

Megyn Kelly clears up the white Santa misunderstanding, the media again spotlights a dangerous new trend, and Haifaa Al Mansour discusses the making of "Wadjda".

Erik Prince
38

38. Erik Prince

Dec 17, 2013
5.5

John Boehner and Paul Ryan face conservative backlash over the budget deal, "The Hunger Games" gets real, and Erik Prince shares details from his book, "Civilian Warriors".

Steve Carell, Will Ferrell, David Koechner & Paul Rudd
39

39. Steve Carell, Will Ferrell, David Koechner & Paul Rudd

Dec 18, 2013
7.2

Former E.P.A. official John Beale finally tells the truth, IKEA spies on its employees, and the stars of "Anchorman 2" cause a ruckus.

Jonah Hill
40

40. Jonah Hill

Dec 19, 2013
6.0

The Queen gets angry, John Oliver says goodbye to the Daily Show, and "The Wolf of Wall Street" star Jonah Hill shares his deep admiration for Martin Scorsese.

Oscar Isaac
41

41. Oscar Isaac

Jan 6, 2014
8.3

Harsh winter conditions disprove global warming, the White House takes on the nuns, and "Inside Llewyn Davis" star Oscar Isaac remembers his punk rock roots.

Steve Coogan
42

42. Steve Coogan

Jan 7, 2014
7.0

Colorado opens for recreational weed business, beer advertisers earn America's trust with snow bikini parties, and Steve Coogan discusses "Philomena".

Richard Cordray
43

43. Richard Cordray

Jan 8, 2014
8.0

Chris Christie gets jammed by traffic, Aasif Mandvi learns about "brosurance", and Richard Cordray discusses the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.

Scarlett Johansson
44

44. Scarlett Johansson

Jan 9, 2014
8.2

Long-term unemployment benefits lapse, Chris Christie addresses his role in the "Bridgegate" scandal, and Scarlett Johansson talks post-modern dating in "Her".

Roger Ross Williams
45

45. Roger Ross Williams

Jan 13, 2014
6.0

A chemical spill leaves thousands without water in West Virginia, Bill de Blasio shames New York pizza, and Roger Ross Williams discusses "God Loves Uganda".

Tim Gunn
46

46. Tim Gunn

Jan 14, 2014
7.6

New evidence emerges in Chris Christie's bridge scandal, Brit Hume decries America's feminization, The Fox Five is a love story, and Tim Gunn hosts "Under the Gunn".

Robert Gates
47

47. Robert Gates

Jan 15, 2014
8.0

Justin Bieber bothers his neighbors, Congress threatens to nuke a nuclear deal with Iran, and former Defense Secretary Robert Gates discusses his memoir, "Duty".

Steven Brill
48

48. Steven Brill

Jan 16, 2014
8.0

Women breach the glass ceiling, Utah and Oklahoma grapple with marriage equality, and Steven Brill weighs in on unreasonably high health care costs.

Marilynne Roach
49

49. Marilynne Roach

Jan 20, 2014
7.3

President Obama imposes self-enforced guidelines on secret government surveillance, bacon shortages haunt the Super Bowl, and Marilynne Roach explains the Salem witch trials.

Theresa Payton
50

50. Theresa Payton

Jan 21, 2014
7.3

The 2014 Sochi Homophobic Olympics heats up, Jason Jones deals with untreated PTSD symptoms, and Theresa Payton talks "Privacy in the Age of Big Data."

Hari Sreenivasan
51

51. Hari Sreenivasan

Jan 22, 2014
6.0

Bob McDonnell fails to heed his own financial advice, the Christie administration runs afoul of Hoboken's mayor, and Hari Sreenivasan discusses the art of real news.

Anjan Sundaram
52

52. Anjan Sundaram

Jan 23, 2014
6.0

A Syrian peace conference erupts in a word war, the world's billionaires descend on Davos to fight income inequality, and Anjan Sundaram explains "Stringer."

Jeff Garlin
53

53. Jeff Garlin

Jan 27, 2014
6.0

Andrew Cuomo offends Sean Hannity, Justin Bieber supplants real news, Ted Cruz knows who's to blame for the government shutdown, and Jeff Garlin talks "The Goldbergs."

Louis C.K.
54

54. Louis C.K.

Jan 28, 2014
7.6

President Obama updates America on the State of the Union, Sam Bee investigates minimum wage protests, and Louis C.K. reveals details of his film, "Tomorrow Night".

Johnny Knoxville
55

55. Johnny Knoxville

Jan 29, 2014
7.5

President Obama offends sensitive Republican souls by abandoning bipartisanship in his State of the Union, and Johnny Knoxville talks "Bad Grandpa."

Nancy Pelosi
56

56. Nancy Pelosi

Jan 30, 2014
6.0

Atlanta shuts down following a massive two-inch blizzard, Justin Bieber and Rob Ford keep Canada in the news, and Nancy Pelosi talks government inefficiencies.

Bill de Blasio
57

57. Bill de Blasio

Feb 3, 2014
6.0

The Best F#@king News Team Ever surveys New York's winter snowscape, Chris Christie employs high school tactics, and Bill de Blasio addresses the pizza controversy.

Elizabeth Banks
58

58. Elizabeth Banks

Feb 4, 2014
8.0

Bill O'Reilly interviews President Obama before the Super Bowl, China's lunar rover says goodbye, and Elizabeth Banks talks "The Lego Movie."

George Clooney
59

59. George Clooney

Feb 5, 2014
6.0

Al Qaeda fights an insurgency within its insurgency, Jason Jones investigates conservative Super PAC spending in Iowa, and George Clooney talks "The Monuments Men."

Robyn Doolittle
60

60. Robyn Doolittle

Feb 6, 2014
6.5

Fox News trumpets the CBO report's imaginary condemnation of Obamacare, Coca-Cola upsets American America, and Robyn Doolittle reveals the real Rob Ford.

Ty Burrell
61

61. Ty Burrell

Feb 10, 2014
7.7

Jason Jones kicks off the Sochi Olympics in Moscow, an NFL prospect comes out as gay, and "Mr. Peabody & Sherman" star Ty Burrell reflects on working with Stephen Colbert.

Elizabeth Kolbert
62

62. Elizabeth Kolbert

Feb 11, 2014
7.3

The Daily Show fills in for Bob Costas at the Olympics, Francois Hollande breaches state dinner etiquette, and Elizabeth Kolbert discusses "The Sixth Extinction."

Joel Kinnaman
63

63. Joel Kinnaman

Feb 12, 2014
7.3

Jason Jones takes the pulse of gay Russia, Democrats prove they're not immune to political corruption, and Joel Kinnaman talks "RoboCop."

Kevin Spacey
64

64. Kevin Spacey

Feb 18, 2014
8.3

Another Florida man stands his ground against an unarmed black teenager, Republicans fight capitalism, and Kevin Spacey reveals the politics behind "House of Cards."

David O. Russell
65

65. David O. Russell

Feb 19, 2014
4.7

The Obama administration gets philosophical on drone policy, Jason Jones discovers an unlikely conservative wonderland, and David O. Russell talks "American Hustle."

Ronan Farrow
66

66. Ronan Farrow

Feb 20, 2014
6.8

Kansas Child-Hitting Law, Missouri Creationism Law, Food Recalls at Subway, Kraft and Hot Pockets, Ronan Farrow, "Ronan Farrow Daily"

Hooman Majd
67

67. Hooman Majd

Feb 24, 2014
4.5

The Sochi Games come to a close, Jason Jones discovers an important Russian adage, Larry Wilmore defends Lincoln, and Hooman Majd talks about life in Iran.

Michio Kaku
68

68. Michio Kaku

Feb 25, 2014
8.0

Ukrainians depose President Viktor Yanukovych, Mexican police apprehend a notorious drug lord, and physicist Michio Kaku talks "The Future of the Mind."

Liam Neeson
69

69. Liam Neeson

Feb 26, 2014
6.0

Arizona preemptively fends off the gay agenda, Chuck Hagel announces cuts to American military spending, and Liam Neeson explains his beef with Bill de Blasio.

Kevin Roose
70

70. Kevin Roose

Feb 27, 2014
6.5

The corruption of financial institutions is revealed, Al Madrigal explains some problems with Medicaid expansion, and Kevin Roose reflects on morose young Wall Street bankers.

Seth MacFarlane
71

71. Seth MacFarlane

Mar 3, 2014
6.8

Russian forces threaten to storm Ukranian bases, Jordan Klepper reports from Crimea, and Seth MacFarlane novelizes "A Million Ways to Die in the West."

Jim DeMint
72

72. Jim DeMint

Mar 4, 2014
7.0

Fox News fixates on food stamps, Jessica Williams discovers racism in surprising places, and Jim DeMint discusses "Falling in Love with America Again."

Rachel Maddow
73

73. Rachel Maddow

Mar 5, 2014
6.5

Senate shamefully rejects a veteran benefits bill, Hamid Karzai criticizes American presence in Afghanistan, and Rachel Maddow revisits the Iraq War in "Why We Did It."

Kimberly Marten
74

74. Kimberly Marten

Mar 6, 2014
7.3

Vladimir Putin embraces his own geopolitical propaganda, Aasif Mandvi discovers third world health care in America, and Kimberly Marten discusses the growing Crimean crisis.

Paul Taylor
75

75. Paul Taylor

Mar 10, 2014
6.0

Conservatives search for a presidential hopeful at CPAC, Pope Francis' papacy turns one, and Paul Taylor discusses millennials in his book "The Next America."

Andrew Napolitano
76

76. Andrew Napolitano

Mar 11, 2014
6.0

America scrutinizes Vladimir Putin closely as Russia exerts control in Crimea, and Andrew Napolitano gives a lengthy defense of his views on Abraham Lincoln and the Civil War.

Jason Bateman
77

77. Jason Bateman

Mar 12, 2014
7.0

Jordan Klepper denies CIA interference in the Senate's torture investigation, Samantha Bee discovers Medicare covers penis pumps, and Jason Bateman learns Yiddish.

Anita Hill
78

78. Anita Hill

Mar 13, 2014
7.2

Fox News gives some math lessons on welfare spending, Mitch McConnell's campaign gives rise to the game #McConnelling, and Anita Hill is the subject of a new documentary.

Arianna Huffington
79

79. Arianna Huffington

Mar 24, 2014
6.0

Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 disappears mysteriously, Surgeon General nominee Dr. Vivek Murthy faces opposition, and Arianna Huffington redefines success in "Thrive."

Amy Yates Wuelfing & Gibby Haynes
80

80. Amy Yates Wuelfing & Gibby Haynes

Mar 25, 2014
6.5

Russia annexes Crimea despite international scorn, the Mitch McConnell game continues with #meconnelling, and Amy Yates Wuelfing and Gibby Haynes fondly remember City Gardens.

Jude Law
81

81. Jude Law

Mar 26, 2014
6.0

Jordan Klepper promotes biblical health care, Samantha Bee finds family with the cast of "Morning Joe", and Jude Law discusses getting into character for "Dom Hemingway."

Nate Silver
82

82. Nate Silver

Mar 27, 2014
8.0

Kristen Schaal offers marriage advice to young women, Aasif Mandvi investigates the impacts of fracking, and Nate Silver discusses his website "FiveThirtyEight.com".

Peter Dinklage
83

83. Peter Dinklage

Mar 31, 2014
7.4

Governor Chris Christie's own investigation exonerates him, corruption scandals emerge nationwide, and Peter Dinklage shares his admiration for a Croatian security guard.

Michael Lewis
84

84. Michael Lewis

Apr 1, 2014
7.2

CNN desperately struggles to fill its news cycle with Flight 370 developments, and Michael Lewis discusses the Wall Street corruption detailed in his book "Flash Boys."

Samuel L. Jackson
85

85. Samuel L. Jackson

Apr 2, 2014
6.7

General Motors takes its sweet time recalling a deadly part, John Hodgman gets into offshore banking, and Samuel L. Jackson shares how cool it is to film action movies.

Pelé
86

86. Pelé

Apr 3, 2014
6.5

Aasif Mandvi reports on a Supreme Court ruling that gives wealthy Americans a stronger voice in politics, and Pele shares some highlights from his momentous soccer career.

Matt Taibbi
87

87. Matt Taibbi

Apr 7, 2014
7.3

The leaders of the Bush Administration defend their legacy, Afghan voters overcome immense obstacles, and author Matt Taibbi talks justice and the wealth gap in "The Divide."

Denis Leary
88

88. Denis Leary

Apr 8, 2014
7.0

Al Madrigal tackles the liberal Latino media bias regarding Obamacare, "Noah" disappoints certain moviegoers, and Denis Leary shares his hairstyle choices for "Draft Day."

Colin Firth
89

89. Colin Firth

Apr 9, 2014
7.5

Samantha Bee fears Putin is plotting to invade Brooklyn, Fox News covers spring break festivities, and Colin Firth discusses his role in "The Railway Man."

Jennifer Garner
90

90. Jennifer Garner

Apr 10, 2014
7.8

Stephen Colbert makes an exciting career move, college athletes struggle to unionize, and Jennifer Garner shares Kevin Costner's off-set activities while filming "Draft Day."

Gina McCarthy
91

91. Gina McCarthy

Apr 21, 2014
6.5

Cliven Bundy fights for his lawless ranching practices, Putin remains dishonest about Russia's involvement in Ukraine, and Gina McCarthy discusses being EPA administrator.

Elizabeth Warren
92

92. Elizabeth Warren

Apr 22, 2014
7.2

Women in politics continue to face sexist double standards, and Senator Elizabeth Warren discusses "A Fighting Chance" and the need for political reform.

Robin Roberts
93

93. Robin Roberts

Apr 23, 2014
7.0

Sean Hannity contradicts his own beliefs, Stephen Colbert decides to end his show, and Robin Roberts shares her struggles with breast cancer.

Ramachandra Guha
94

94. Ramachandra Guha

Apr 24, 2014
5.5

CNN receives advice on how to report properly, John Oliver discusses his post-correspondent life, and Ramachandra Guha shares Gandhi's early political influences.

Mookie Wilson
95

95. Mookie Wilson

Apr 28, 2014
7.0

Diverse forms of racial discrimination hit the media, Larry Wilmore explains how to tackle racism in America, and Mookie Wilson discusses team relationships in sports.

William D. Cohan
96

96. William D. Cohan

Apr 29, 2014
6.8

Sarah Palin gives a speech at the NRA convention, Jordan Klepper reports on low-cost legal aid for gun users, and William D. Cohan discusses the Duke lacrosse scandal.

Martin Gilens & Benjamin Page
97

97. Martin Gilens & Benjamin Page

Apr 30, 2014
6.5

Controversies hit several government agencies, Rep. Michael Grimm faces fraud charges, and Martin Gilens and Benjamin Page take an empirical look at politics and corruption.

David Spade
98

98. David Spade

May 1, 2014
7.3

Bill O'Reilly complains about Beyonce's sexiness, crack-smoking Toronto Mayor Rob Ford checks into rehab, and David Spade reminds himself that he does stand-up.

Mariano Rivera
99

99. Mariano Rivera

May 5, 2014
6.5

News about the Benghazi investigation sparks outrage from Fox News, Jordan Klepper covers the South Carolina primaries, and Mariano Rivera discusses his baseball career.

Peter Schuck
100

100. Peter Schuck

May 6, 2014
6.5

Samantha Bee defends the real victims of the financial crisis, lesbians face discrimination during major life events, and Peter Schuck describes effective public policy.

Seth Rogen
101

101. Seth Rogen

May 7, 2014
7.2

Rumors about 2016 presidential hopefuls start circulating, Jordan Klepper reports on the disastrous effects of a chemical spill, and Seth Rogen chats about "Neighbors."

Katie Couric
102

102. Katie Couric

May 8, 2014
7.0

The New York Senate engages in a spirited debate about yogurt, John Hodgman considers acquiring the Los Angeles Clippers, and Katie Couric discusses the obesity epidemic.

Martin Blaser
103

103. Martin Blaser

May 12, 2014
6.0

A terrorist group abducts hundreds of Nigerian schoolgirls, Donald Sterling apologizes for his racist remarks, and Martin Blaser warns against the overuse of antibiotics.

Ron Suskind
104

104. Ron Suskind

May 13, 2014
6.5

Harry Reid takes on the Koch brothers, Hillary Clinton's health scare inspires a #Brainghazi conspiracy, and "Life, Animated" author Ron Suskind talks about autism.

Blondie
105

105. Blondie

May 14, 2014
7.3

The media searches for the reason why Solange Knowles attacked Jay Z in an elevator, Lewis Black considers cloning himself, and Blondie celebrates their 40th anniversary.

Jim Parsons
106

106. Jim Parsons

May 15, 2014
7.0

India holds elections for prime minister, aging incumbents continue to run for Congress, and Jim Parsons discusses AIDS activism and "The Normal Heart."

James McAvoy
107

107. James McAvoy

May 19, 2014
7.2

The V.A. continues to mismanage veterans' health care, Jason Jones compares democracy in India and America, and James McAvoy chats about "X-Men: Days of Future Past."

Aneesh Chopra
108

108. Aneesh Chopra

May 20, 2014
6.0

Chipotle bans guns in its restaurants, Phillies manager Ryne Sandberg eats a bad burger at a Mets game, and Aneesh Chopra discusses technology in government.

Timothy Geithner
109

109. Timothy Geithner

May 21, 2014
6.5

Mitch McConnell defeats the Tea Party in Kentucky's Republican primary, Jason Jones explores India's media, and Timothy Geithner defends the handling of the financial crisis.

Drew Barrymore
110

110. Drew Barrymore

May 22, 2014
7.0

America upholds a long tradition of mistreating its veterans, Jason Jones attempts to interview India's new prime minister, and Drew Barrymore talks about filming "Blended."

Robert De Niro
111

111. Robert De Niro

Jun 2, 2014
7.0

Egypt's popular satirical news show ends abruptly, Samantha Bee discovers a dangerous epidemic of stupidity, and Robert De Niro remembers his father's artwork.

Ricky Gervais
112

112. Ricky Gervais

Jun 3, 2014
7.2

Controversy quickly shatters the happy news of a P.O.W.'s return home, Herman Cain considers the presidential race, and Ricky Gervais shares his conditions for an ideal death.

Gigi Ibrahim
113

113. Gigi Ibrahim

Jun 4, 2014
6.5

Michael Che joins the Best F#@king News Team Ever, Republicans hold steadfast to their myopic views, and Gigi Ibrahim discusses the revolutionary movement in Egypt.

Tom Cruise
114

114. Tom Cruise

Jun 5, 2014
6.5

Gun rights activists in Texas start carrying rifles in public, Michael Che and Jordan Klepper give tips on proper gun etiquette, and Tom Cruise chats about "Edge of Tomorrow."

Philip K. Howard
115

115. Philip K. Howard

Jun 9, 2014
6.0

Fox News gets worked up over a beard, Jason Jones and Jessica Williams report on the Bowe Bergdahl controversy, and Philip K. Howard discusses government paralysis.

Sebastian Junger
116

116. Sebastian Junger

Jun 10, 2014
5.5

Congress scrutinizes the V.A. for its ongoing failures, Jordan Klepper investigates how unionizing would affect college athletes, and Sebastian Junger discusses "Korengal."

Senator Charles Schumer
117

117. Senator Charles Schumer

Jun 11, 2014
6.5

Eric Cantor loses his primary election in a surprising upset, a Connecticut boy accidently brings a grenade to school, and Charles Schumer shares some news from Washington.

Christopher Walken
118

118. Christopher Walken

Jun 12, 2014
6.8

The militant group ISIS overruns much of Iraq, Jason Jones delves into the world of Google Glass users, and Christopher Walken discusses "Jersey Boys."

Howard Schultz
119

119. Howard Schultz

Jun 16, 2014
6.0

Iraq War supporters go on a reunion tour, America has conflicting feelings about Iran and Saudi Arabia, and Howard Schultz shares some exciting news about Starbucks.

Daniel Schulman
120

120. Daniel Schulman

Jun 17, 2014
6.5

Texas Republicans try to "cure" gay people with reparative therapy, Donald Trump clashes with Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel, and Daniel Schulman discusses "Sons of Wichita."

Kevin Hart
121

121. Kevin Hart

Jun 18, 2014
6.5

CNN and Fox News interview Hillary Clinton on the same day, Al Madrigal investigates chicken boxing, and "Think Like a Man Too" star Kevin Hart talks about hosting "WWE Raw."

Hamid Al-Bayati
122

122. Hamid Al-Bayati

Jun 19, 2014
6.0

The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office revokes the Redskins' trademark, Republicans find new ways to deny climate change, and Hamid Al-Bayati discusses the crisis in Iraq.

Bill Maher
123

123. Bill Maher

Jun 23, 2014
6.7

President Obama sends military advisors to Iraq, an Egyptian court convicts three well-respected journalists, and Bill Maher talks politics and the New York Mets.

Jennifer Esposito
124

124. Jennifer Esposito

Jun 24, 2014
6.0

The IRS struggles with proper recordkeeping, Hillary Clinton and Joe Biden drum up support, and Jennifer Esposito discusses her book, "Jennifer's Way."

Keira Knightley
125

125. Keira Knightley

Jun 25, 2014
7.0

Two aging incumbents win re-election, Jordan Klepper and Jessica Williams share campus safety do's and don'ts, and Keira Knightley describes singing in "Begin Again."

Melissa McCarthy
126

126. Melissa McCarthy

Jun 26, 2014
9.0

Republicans spout incongruous domestic and foreign policy ideas, Samantha Bee reports on child labor in the U.S., and Melissa McCarthy discusses her film "Tammy."

Dahlia Lithwick
127

127. Dahlia Lithwick

Jul 14, 2014
6.0

Numerous global crises emerge during summer vacation, Jessica Williams and Jason Jones report on the Hobby Lobby case, and Dahlia Lithwick discusses the Supreme Court.

Hillary Clinton
128

128. Hillary Clinton

Jul 15, 2014
8.0

Thousands of child immigrants flee to America in search of a better life, and Hillary Clinton discusses her experiences as Secretary of State and her memoir, "Hard Choices."

Jerry Seinfeld
129

129. Jerry Seinfeld

Jul 16, 2014
7.4

The federal Highway Trust Fund runs dry, an "anonymous" informant reveals the CIA's cafeteria secrets, and Jerry Seinfeld talks about "Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee."

Emma Stone
130

130. Emma Stone

Jul 17, 2014
7.0

Republicans seek to impeach Barack Obama, Jessica Williams investigates an Army regulation that targets black women, and Emma Stone chats about "Magic in the Moonlight."

Sue Turton
131

131. Sue Turton

Jul 21, 2014

International tensions escalate after Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 is shot down over Ukraine, and Sue Turton discusses the Egyptian trial of several Al Jazeera journalists.

Richard Linklater
132

132. Richard Linklater

Jul 22, 2014
6.5

Rupert Murdoch decides that he wants to own Time Warner, Jordan Klepper interviews the victims of civil forfeiture, and Richard Linklater discusses his film "Boyhood."

George Takei
133

133. George Takei

Jul 23, 2014
6.0

A court ruling deals Obamacare a heavy blow, the summer news cycle needs more scandals and animal attacks, and George Takei discusses the documentary "To Be Takei."

Fareed Zakaria
134

134. Fareed Zakaria

Jul 24, 2014
6.0

Gov. Andrew Cuomo tackles corruption everywhere but in his own office, a Japanese artist commits an unusual crime, and Fareed Zakaria discusses diplomacy in a changing world.

Sonia Nazario
135

135. Sonia Nazario

Jul 28, 2014
6.0

A Times Square photo op goes awry, global leaders struggle to broker peace in the Middle East, and Sonia Nazario discusses "Enrique's Journey."

Sara Firth
136

136. Sara Firth

Jul 29, 2014
7.2

The U.S. helps arm several countries in the Middle East, the LetsBuyCNN.com Kickstarter campaign is a success, and Sara Firth discusses her decision to leave RT.

Maggie Gyllenhaal
137

137. Maggie Gyllenhaal

Jul 30, 2014
8.0

Corporations throw tantrums and move to Europe, Jordan Klepper reports on hard-hitting journalism in a digital world, and Maggie Gyllenhaal discusses "The Honorable Woman."

Aubrey Plaza
138

138. Aubrey Plaza

Jul 31, 2014
6.0

Congress spends the time before summer recess deciding to sue President Obama, Jason Jones tries to stop supporting the NFL, and Aubrey Plaza discusses "Life After Beth."

Elisabeth Moss
139

139. Elisabeth Moss

Aug 4, 2014
6.7

The child immigration crisis continues, Jordan Klepper explains the ethics of border smugglers, and Elisabeth Moss discusses "The One I Love."

Helen Thorpe
140

140. Helen Thorpe

Aug 5, 2014
6.0

Jessica Williams does some dubious health reporting, Michael Che investigates a particular kind of brand-name loyalty, and Helen Thorpe discusses her book "Soldier Girls."

Wu-Tang Clan
141

141. Wu-Tang Clan

Aug 6, 2014
6.0

Republicans battle it out in the Kansas and Kentucky primaries, Jordan Klepper shows off his rap skills, and Wu-Tang Clan performs "Ron O'Neal" and "Triumph."

Tracy Droz Tragos
142

142. Tracy Droz Tragos

Aug 7, 2014
6.0

Former Governor Bob McDonnell and his wife face corruption charges, Rand Paul begins to act like a presidential candidate, and Tracy Droz Tragos discusses "Rich Hill."

David Rose
143

143. David Rose

Aug 26, 2014
6.0

A police officer shoots an unarmed black teenager in Missouri, Michael Che flees Earth to avoid discrimination, and David Rose discusses his book "Enchanted Objects."

Hassan Abbas
144

144. Hassan Abbas

Aug 27, 2014
6.0

ISIS looks to establish a caliphate, Samantha Bee comes up with ways for Michael Sam to succeed in the NFL, and Hassan Abbas discusses "The Taliban Revival."

Todd Glass
145

145. Todd Glass

Aug 28, 2014
7.0

Rick Perry is indicted on two felony counts, Jason Jones examines Germany and America's friendship, and Todd Glass discusses his book "The Todd Glass Situation."

Ramita Navai
146

146. Ramita Navai

Sep 2, 2014
6.0

Jessica Williams addresses a catcaller, former House Majority Leader Eric Cantor finds a new job, and Ramita Navai discusses her book "City of Lies."

Rory Kennedy
147

147. Rory Kennedy

Sep 3, 2014
6.0

Jordan Klepper bares it all in the wake of a hacking scandal, conflict between Russia and Ukraine continues, and Rory Kennedy discusses her documentary "Last Days in Vietnam."

Adam Levine
148

148. Adam Levine

Sep 4, 2014
6.0

Campaign ads for the midterm elections roll out, Michael Che investigates a potential children's invasion of the U.S., and Adam Levine discusses Maroon 5's album "V."

Kirsten Gillibrand
149

149. Kirsten Gillibrand

Sep 9, 2014
6.0

ISIS inspires an unexpected reunion, and Senator Kirsten Gillibrand describes the struggles women face in her book "Off the Sidelines: Raise Your Voice, Change the World."

Ban Ki-moon
150

150. Ban Ki-moon

Sep 10, 2014
7.3

The NFL suspends Ray Rice indefinitely, Scotland considers breaking away from the U.K., and U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon discusses the state of the world.

Tavis Smiley
151

151. Tavis Smiley

Sep 11, 2014
6.5

President Obama delivers a speech about ISIS, Jordan Klepper becomes an Obamacare critic, and Tavis Smiley discusses "Death of a King."

Ken Burns
152

152. Ken Burns

Sep 15, 2014
6.0

President Obama gathers a coalition to fight ISIS, Samantha Bee explains Senator Lindsey Graham's paranoia, and Ken Burns discusses "The Roosevelts: An Intimate History."

Bill Hader
153

153. Bill Hader

Sep 16, 2014
6.0

Hillary Clinton remains secretive about her intentions for 2016, Michael Che takes on the pharmaceutical industry, and Bill Hader discusses his movie "The Skeleton Twins."

Zephyr Teachout
154

154. Zephyr Teachout

Sep 17, 2014
6.5

The NFL struggles with its image after several cases of domestic abuse emerge, Ebola poses a greater threat than ISIS, and Zephyr Teachout discusses "Corruption in America."

Bill Clinton
155

155. Bill Clinton

Sep 18, 2014
7.2

Joe Biden's word choices jeopardize his election hopes, The Best F#@king News Team Ever says goodbye to Michael Che, and Bill Clinton discusses the Clinton Global Initiative.

Jenny Nordberg
156

156. Jenny Nordberg

Sep 22, 2014
6.5

New York City hosts a historic climate change march, Jason Jones pilfers an outfit from the White House, and Jenny Nordberg discusses "The Underground Girls of Kabul."

Tony Zinni
157

157. Tony Zinni

Sep 23, 2014
6.5

Jessica Williams reports on the terrorist supergroups that could replace ISIS and the Khorasan Group, and General Tony Zinni discusses "Before the First Shots Are Fired."

Tia Torres
158

158. Tia Torres

Sep 24, 2014
6.5

Samantha Bee campaigns for office on her home planet, the Chinese company Alibaba debuts on Wall Street, and Tia Torres discusses "Pit Bulls & Parolees."

Steven Johnson
159

159. Steven Johnson

Sep 25, 2014
6.0

The media fixates on President Obama's "latte salute," Jason Jones speaks with activists protesting the Redskins' name, and Steven Johnson discusses "How We Got to Now."