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S13 E27: The Republican Party & The Far Right: 10/25/26: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver

LastWeekTonight (unofficial mirror) — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Ahead of the midterms, John Oliver breaks down the details of the rising prominence of extremist beliefs within the Republican Party – from white nationalism to antisemitism to outright Nazi sympathies. Plus, we find out what Tucker Carlson has in common with Joseph Stalin!

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The Republican Party & The Far Right: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO)

LastWeekTonight (unofficial mirror) — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Ahead of the midterms, John Oliver devotes an entire episode to discussing the rising prominence of extremist beliefs within the Republican Party – from white nationalism to antisemitism – and what it all has to do with Vandy potato chips.

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S13 E26: Kimberly Guilfoyle & Generic Drugs: 10/11/26: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver

LastWeekTonight (unofficial mirror) — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT

John Oliver discusses the latest scandal in the Trump Administration surrounding Kimberly Guilfoyle’s credit card bill, then he covers the issues with generic drugs, the risks and benefits they can pose to consumers, and why he’s using our studio for his side job during the week.

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Generic Drugs: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO)

LastWeekTonight (unofficial mirror) — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT

John Oliver does a deep dive on generic drugs, why they’re so important, why they can be so vulnerable to shortages and quality issues, and why Kevin Bacon can’t solve everything all on his own.

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S13 E25: Midterms & The Secret Service: 10/4/26: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver

LastWeekTonight (unofficial mirror) — Mon, 05 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT

John Oliver discusses why we’re seeing some eye-catching ads from Republicans leading up to the midterm elections, why the Secret Service is in such a worrying state, and how we recently made one very important purchase. You’ll see.

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The Secret Service: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO)

LastWeekTonight (unofficial mirror) — Mon, 05 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT

John Oliver discusses the Secret Service, why they’re in a worrying state, and how ethernet cables became disturbingly crucial to the nation’s safety.

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S13 E24: Texas Midterms & Brazil Elections 2026: 9/27/26: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver

LastWeekTonight (unofficial mirror) — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT

John Oliver discusses how the ugly suits and bad choices of Texas Republican Ken Paxton could swing the race for U.S Senate in favor of Democrat James Talarico. Then, Oliver turns to the upcoming presidential election in Brazil, the baggage associated with the two leading candidates, and why a world leader’s armpits should be kept private.

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Brazil Elections 2026: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO)

LastWeekTonight (unofficial mirror) — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT

John Oliver discusses Brazil’s upcoming presidential election, the baggage associated with the two leading candidates, and some insight into acting from John – a person who has acted. Twice.

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S13 E23: UnitedHealthcare & UnitedHealth Group: 9/20/26: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver

LastWeekTonight (unofficial mirror) — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT

With Luigi Mangione’s upcoming sentencing, John Oliver devotes the full episode to covering UnitedHealth Group: Why customers hate them, how they got so profitable, and why doctors are wishing explosive diarrhea on their board members.

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UnitedHealthcare & UnitedHealth Group: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO)

LastWeekTonight (unofficial mirror) — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 00:00:00 GMT

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S10 E21: Elon Musk & Season Finale: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver

LastWeekTonight (unofficial mirror) — Mon, 31 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Season 10, Episode 21. December 17th, 2023. In the Season 10 finale, John Oliver does a deep dive on Elon Musk, the influence he has over more than just his businesses, and how he could impact us all in the future. Then, Oliver looks back at the high highs and very low lows of Season 10.

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S10 E20: Mike Johnson & Freight Trains: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver

LastWeekTonight (unofficial mirror) — Sun, 30 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Season 10, Episode 20. December 10th, 2023. John Oliver introduces us to the new Speaker of the House, Mike Johnson, detailing his opinions on January 6th, homosexuality, and his son's phone activity. Then, Oliver takes a look at freight trains, how efforts to cut costs have impacted the safety of workers and nearby residents, and what it all has to do one very special new children's program called "The Sad Tale of Henry the Engine."

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S10 E19: Organ and Body Donations & George Santos: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver

LastWeekTonight (unofficial mirror) — Sat, 29 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Season 10, Episode 19. December 3rd, 2023. John Oliver explains why George Santos was finally ousted from Congress and why he always belonged on Bravo anyway. Then, Oliver discusses why our organ and body donations don’t always go where we might think they’re going, with the help of one very important clip from One Tree Hill.

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S10 E18: Congress, Dollar Stores & BOTY Update II: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver

LastWeekTonight (unofficial mirror) — Fri, 28 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Season 10, Episode 18. November 19th, 2023. John Oliver covers the week's tense confrontations in Congress, then breaks down the problem with dollar stores, and gives a very special update on New Zealand's Bird of the Year contest.

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S10 E17: Bird of the Year Update & Gaza War: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver

LastWeekTonight (unofficial mirror) — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Season 10, Episode 17. November 12th, 2023. John Oliver discusses the war between Israel and Hamas, how Hamas and Benjamin Netanyahu came to power, and why TMZ is getting involved. Then, a much-needed update on the destined winner of New Zealand's Bird of the Year competition: the pūteketeke.

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S10 E16: Bird of the Year & Abortion Rights: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver

LastWeekTonight (unofficial mirror) — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Season 10, Episode 16. November 5th, 2023. As the 2023 elections approach, John Oliver explores the ongoing fallout of the overturning of Roe v. Wade in in the states that now have near-total abortion bans. Then, he introduces his new reason for living: New Zealand's Bird of the Year contest.

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S13 E21: Iran War, Soap Operas & Fetal Personhood: 8/16/26: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver

LastWeekTonight (unofficial mirror) — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

John Oliver discusses how Donald Trump evaded a supposed assassination threat from Iran and how those aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln are handling being stuck at sea. Then, Oliver details the “fetal personhood” movement to grant rights to fetuses and how it can impact pregnant people in the United States. And finally, an update on achieving his dream of becoming a soap opera star.

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Fetal Personhood: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO)

LastWeekTonight (unofficial mirror) — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

John Oliver discusses how some states in the U.S. that have given rights to fetuses, where the idea came from and where things could be headed next, and why calling someone a “piss lawyer” isn’t necessarily an insult! You’ll see.

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S10 E7: Tennessee Mass Shooting & Homeowners Associations: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver

LastWeekTonight (unofficial mirror) — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Season 10, Episode 7. April 9th, 2023. John Oliver details how the GOP-led Tennessee House expelled Democratic legislators who were advocating for gun control in the wake of a mass shooting, then discusses the unique and surprising powers of HOAs. But don't worry, he also offers alternate programming for people so young, they'll objectively never own a home.

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S10 E6: French Retirement Protests & Solitary Confinement: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver

LastWeekTonight (unofficial mirror) — Sun, 16 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Season 10, Episode 6. April 2nd, 2023. John Oliver covers the ongoing protests in France over raising the retirement age, then turns to solitary confinement: How widely it is used in U.S. prisons, how damaging it can be, and what it all has to do with hitting the woah.

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