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Last Week Tonight with John Oliver

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2015 • 35 Episodes

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Marketing to Doctors

S02 E01 • Sunday, Feb 8, 2015 • Feb 8 • 30m

John Oliver discusses the growing issues of pharmaceutical companies marketing directly to and through doctors. Also, since RadioShack has filed for bankruptcy, John has created a farewell message for them. Plus, the online sessions by Ecuadorian President Rafael Correa to address the public aren't going too well.

Tobacco

S02 E02 • Sunday, Feb 15, 2015 • Feb 15 • 30m

Thanks to tobacco industry regulations and marketing restrictions in the U.S., smoking rates have dropped dramatically. John Oliver explains how tobacco companies are keeping their business strong overseas and how Phillip Morris International in particular is employing some unethical legal practices while suing some of the world's poorest countries. Plus, we've noticed that the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue still exists but can’t quite figure out why.

Elected Judges

S02 E03 • Sunday, Feb 22, 2015 • Feb 22 • 30m

The vast majority of US judges are elected, forcing many judges to pander to the electorate and accept campaign money in order to keep their jobs. This seems slightly troubling... The UK's Labour Party has painted a campaign van pink in an attempt to attract women voters. We are glad they didn't keep going with that strategy.

Infrastructure

S02 E04 • Sunday, Mar 1, 2015 • Mar 1 • 30m

America's crumbling infrastructure: It's not a sexy problem, but it is a scary one.

U.S. Territories

S02 E05 • Sunday, Mar 8, 2015 • Mar 8 • 30m

A set of Supreme Court decisions made over 100 years ago has left U.S. territories without meaningful representation. That’s weird, right? Plus, daylight saving time doesn’t actually benefit anyone. Strangely, it’s still a thing!

The NCAA

S02 E06 • Sunday, Mar 15, 2015 • Mar 15 • 30m

The NCAA doesn’t pay athletes because they consider them amateurs. The NCAA considers them amateurs because they don’t get paid.

Municipal Violations

S02 E07 • Sunday, Mar 22, 2015 • Mar 22 • 30m

If you have money, committing a municipal violation may pose you a minor inconvenience. If you don’t, it can ruin your life. Also, the New Hampshire legislature refused to make the red-tailed hawk the official raptor of their state... so Last Week Tonight made it the official raptor of the show.

Government Surveillance

S02 E08 • Sunday, Apr 5, 2015 • Apr 5 • 30m

There are very few government checks on what America’s sweeping surveillance programs are capable of doing. John Oliver sits down with Edward Snowden to discuss the NSA, the balance between privacy and security, and dick-pics.

The IRS

S02 E09 • Sunday, Apr 12, 2015 • Apr 12 • 30m

Nobody likes the IRS. But recent budget and staff cuts have made it increasingly difficult for the department to do its very important job. Don’t take our word for it. Ask Michael Bolton.

Patents

S02 E10 • Sunday, Apr 19, 2015 • Apr 19 • 30m

For inventors, patents are an essential protection against theft. But when patent trolls abuse the system by stockpiling patents and threatening lawsuits, businesses are forced to shell out tons of money. Also, CNN produced an actual doomsday video to broadcast when the world is ending and it’s incredibly dull. We've enlisted Martin Sheen to help make humanity’s final moments happier!

Fashion

S02 E11 • Sunday, Apr 26, 2015 • Apr 26 • 30m

John explores the concept of changing and cheap fashion and some of the ugliest truths of the manufacturing process.

Standardized Testing

S02 E12 • Sunday, May 3, 2015 • May 3 • 30m

American students face a ridiculous amount of testing. John Oliver explains how standardized tests impact school funding, the achievement gap and how often the kids are expected to throw up while taking one.

Paid Family Leave

S02 E13 • Sunday, May 10, 2015 • May 10 • 30m

Many American companies do not offer paid leave after the birth of a child, which means they probably shouldn’t run sappy Mother’s Day ads. Also, the Japanese have some unhealthy obsession with mascots and John proposes to adopt some of that culture in the U.S. government agencies as well.

Chickens

S02 E14 • Sunday, May 17, 2015 • May 17 • 30m

John Oliver explains how chicken farming can be unfair, punishing, and inhumane. And not just for the chickens!

FIFA II

S02 E15 • Sunday, May 31, 2015 • May 31 • 30m

After the arrests of numerous top officials, John Oliver decided to give an update on the state of FIFA. Also, Thailand's ignorance about the world's history involving Hitler might require some re-education.

Bail

S02 E16 • Sunday, Jun 7, 2015 • Jun 7 • 30m

John Oliver explains why America’s bail system is better for the reality TV industry than it is for the justice system.

Torture

S02 E17 • Sunday, Jun 14, 2015 • Jun 14 • 30m

The US Senate Torture Report revealed horrifying details of America's interrogation program. Helen Mirren will fill you in. Plus, information about the 2015 European Games and the Canadian Senate expenses scandal.

The Internet

S02 E18 • Sunday, Jun 21, 2015 • Jun 21 • 30m

Online harassment is a major problem, but it’s rarely prosecuted. If only we’d been warned about this in the early days of the internet.

Transgender Rights

S02 E19 • Sunday, Jun 28, 2015 • Jun 28 • 30m

This week’s gay rights victory was historic, but the transgender community still faces staggering challenges. John Oliver focuses on the “T” in “LGBT."

Stadiums

S02 E20 • Sunday, Jul 12, 2015 • Jul 12 • 30m

Cities spend massive amounts of public money on privately-owned stadiums. Cities issue tax-exempt municipal bonds that — wait, don’t fall asleep!

Food Waste

S02 E21 • Sunday, Jul 19, 2015 • Jul 19 • 30m

Producers, sellers, and consumers waste tons of food. John Oliver discusses the shocking amount of food we don’t eat.

Mandatory Minimum Sentencing Laws

S02 E22 • Sunday, Jul 26, 2015 • Jul 26 • 30m

Mandatory minimums require fixed prison sentences for certain crimes. John Oliver explains why we treat some turkeys better than most low-level offenders.

District of Columbia

S02 E23 • Sunday, Aug 2, 2015 • Aug 2 • 30m

Washington DC experiences taxation without representation. It's also missing from rhyming state songs. John Oliver and a group of singing children fix one of these problems. Plus, a sex scandal involving the Chairman of the British House of Lords.

Sex Education

S02 E24 • Sunday, Aug 9, 2015 • Aug 9 • 30m

Sex education varies widely between school districts, leaving many teens without comprehensive information. We made a video that covers what some schools are too embarrassed to teach.

Church

S02 E25 • Sunday, Aug 16, 2015 • Aug 16 • 30m

John discusses predatory churches and televangelism, and how the U.S. tax law allows them to get away with almost anything. Plus, the raising of the American flag in Cuba, the redesign of New Zealand's flag, and President Harding's illegitimate child.

LGBT Discrimination

S02 E26 • Sunday, Aug 23, 2015 • Aug 23 • 29m

This year’s gay marriage ruling was a milestone, but LGBT discrimination is still surprisingly legal. John Oliver explains why we need a federal anti-discrimination law. Plus, the rising tensions on the border between North and South Korea, and why Vladimir Putin has started a war on food.

Public Defenders

S02 E27 • Sunday, Sep 13, 2015 • Sep 13 • 30m

The Miranda warning includes the right to a public defender. It doesn’t include the fact that public defenders are highly overworked and grossly underpaid. Plus, a Michigan state legislature scandal, Guatemala's unusual election, and the longevity of Queen Elizabeth II.

Migrants and Refugees

S02 E28 • Sunday, Sep 27, 2015 • Sep 27 • 30m

Millions of migrants seeking asylum in Europe face hostility, racism, and red tape. John Oliver does one admittedly tiny thing for one of them. Plus Pope's visit to the U.S., the unsavory practices of Volkswagen car manufacturer, and some shocking allegations about the activities of former British PM David Cameron.

Mental Health

S02 E29 • Sunday, Oct 4, 2015 • Oct 4 • 30m

John discusses Russia's involvement in Syria, the U.N. General Assembly, and the problems with the national system for treating mental illness. Plus, why creating a Yelp-like app for rating other people seems like a bad idea.

North Dakota

S02 E30 • Sunday, Oct 11, 2015 • Oct 11 • 30m

North Dakota is known for being polite, but perhaps they’ve been a little too hospitable to oil companies. Plus, the mess atop of FIFA's leadership and the connection between Toyota and ISIS.

Canada

S02 E31 • Sunday, Oct 18, 2015 • Oct 18 • 30m

Canada is about to have a major election. John Oliver enlists Mike Myers, a beaver, and a moose to give voters some advice. Plus, the unpopularity of the Mexican president Enrique Peña Nieto and the habit of American politicians to misquote historical figures.

Medicaid Gap

S02 E32 • Sunday, Nov 1, 2015 • Nov 1 • 30m

John Oliver looks at the upcoming local state elections, the results of which could affect the lives of millions of Americans that are looking for Medicaid assistance. Plus, the 'peace talks' held in Vienna, Austria concerning the war in Syria gather nearly 20 countries, but not a single representative from Syria itself. And how Kenny G could help de-escalate the tension between China and its neighbors in South China Sea.

Prisoner Re-entry

S02 E33 • Sunday, Nov 8, 2015 • Nov 8 • 30m

John Oliver discusses problems that prisoners face when re-entering the society after they're released from prison. A quick interview with Bilal Chatman shines a light on one such case. Plus, a law proposed in the United Kingdom advocates for a mass surveillance of citizens' online activities, how Department of Defense is paying huge sums of money to professional sports teams to honor veterans during their events, and Washington Redskins file a lawsuit to defend their poorly chosen trademark name by naming other terrible examples.

Daily Fantasy Sports

S02 E34 • Sunday, Nov 15, 2015 • Nov 15 • 30m

John talks about the recent Paris attacks, China's Singles Day, the Koh-i-Noor diamond and Daily Fantasy Sports.

Refugees & Pennies

S02 E35 • Sunday, Nov 22, 2015 • Nov 22 • 30m

John reflects on the aftermath of Paris attacks and how it affects refugees worldwide. Plus, he questions the usefulness of the U.S. penny, since minting the coins costs more than they're actually worth.

Last Week Tonight with John Oliver

Season 2

2015 • 35 Episodes