This summer, John will appear in not one but TWO soap operas. And we would like to thank both General Hospital and Days of Our Lives for each doing something uniquely outlandish to his hair. Finally: John is hot. Photos courtesy of: Chris Bartolucci/ABC/Disney & Chris Haston/Days of our Lives. 

This week’s story is about how, despite midterms being 4 months away, some of the biggest decisions that may decide election results already took place. All thanks to redrawing of congressional maps in key states, and a governor who sounds like Elmer Fudd. It’s not all on him, but he’s not helping.

Here’s last night’s story about the widespread redrawing of congressional maps across the country, what it means for the midterm elections, and a small but relevant copywriting note for Domino’s Pizza. https://youtu.be/x9U71_dAEC8

We’re back with a new show tonight at 11:15pm! We told House of the Dragon we would not stand for being bumped by even one minute this week. Then the dragons made some compelling points by looking at us with their beady dragon eyes, so we decided to compromise! 11:15 it is.

Together, we can reach our swine-dependence day! Watch our full segment on feral hogs and the serious risks they’re posing to our great nation at the link in our bio.

Here’s last night’s story about feral hogs, how they became one of the most destructive invasive species in America, and why their biggest problem is that they simply cannot stop fucking. We mean that. Scientifically, it’s an issue. https://youtu.be/pGazYSkFFMw

This week’s main story is about an unexpected foe: feral hogs. John discusses how, as cute as they may be, they are causing massive amounts of damage that has now spread to 36 states. And why, like with many things, we can at least partially blame Christopher Columbus.

We’re back with a new show tonight at 11:30pm on HBO! 30 minutes late because, you guessed it! The dragons are back. We always get bumped by those winged little freaks. Do dragons have social media? If they do, we meant freaks like FREAK IT YOU BEAUTIFUL FIRE-BREATHING MIRACLES. Nice birdy birdy.

Here’s last night’s story about the upcoming elections in the U.K., how the race for prime minister hinges on 76,000 voters who live in a small area called Makerfield, and why the British mind can only hold 35% happiness at a time. That’s a fact. Seriously, look it up. https://youtu.be/RZL_TctrNco

This week’s main story is about next week’s election in the UK, why the 76,000 voters of Makerfield could determine who becomes the next prime minister of the UK, and John’s troubling online comments about lemurs. We are so sorry. He will do better.

We’re back with a new show tonight at 11pm on HBO! Perfectly on time. Just like the Knicks’ historic win! Yup. Knicks in 5. As we’ve been saying since the very beginning. There was never any other number of games we chanted about. WHAT.

Here’s last night’s story about New College of Florida, the small liberal arts school that has been taken over by Governor Ron DeSantis. Plus, some quick standup tips for the school’s administrators! We’re helping the only way we know how. https://youtu.be/jFMc07F1UUU

This week’s main story is about a small liberal arts college in Florida, why Ron DeSantis decided to take it over three years ago, how it’s been going since then, and when we can all expect Russell Brand to finally appear at their “cancel cancel culture center.”

We’re back tonight at 11pm on @HBO! Right after the Earth, Wind & Fire documentary, and right before an encore presentation of the Earth, Wind & Fire documentary. In case you need a 40-minute break from enjoying world-renowned musicians. Because whatever “music” is, John is the opposite.

What our fans have always wanted: a poster of John, guns, and an impossibly long snake. Available now at HangJohnOliver.com! Proceeds go to Ghanaian artists via Deadly Prey Gallery and charities across Ghana thanks to GlobalGiving!

Here’s last night’s story about who Trump has pardoned since he’s been in office, why, and what to do if someone brings a cattle prod to a dinner party. https://youtu.be/crzxR8enx6o

This week’s main story is about who Trump has pardoned since he’s been in office, how his exercise of the power is distorting our justice system, and some ideas for what to name your electric vehicle startup company since “Tesla” is taken. Ok fine! Tesla 2. You’re welcome.

We are proud to enter the canon of Ghanaian movie posters that may be factually inaccurate but, when it comes to vibes, are 100% correct. Get yours at HangJohnOliver.com! Proceeds go to Ghanaian artists via Deadly Prey Gallery and charities across Ghana thanks to GlobalGiving!

We’re back tonight at 11pm on @HBOmax! After 14 days of “vacation.” Or, as we like to call it, “the long, lonely fortnight forced upon us by our corporate overlords, during which a wedge of frigid isolation is driven between us and our one true love: the audience.” Tomato, toe-mah-toe, we’re back!

Thanks for 11 amazing years to a man we’ve always put on a pedestal, sometimes literally.

A huge thank you to Larry David, Alex Moffat, Victor Garber, James Monroe Iglehart, Megan Hilty and our entire cast of more honest vikings, for giving us a new and improved structured settlements jingle! Now you will never forget: factoring companies will bleed you till you're dead!

Here’s last night’s story about structured settlements designed to help victims of tragedy, the factoring companies trying to buy those settlements for pennies on the dollar, and why you should be careful not to put in writing “be careful what you put in writing.” https://youtu.be/LcrDC4ftXgM

This week’s main story is about the payments some people qualify for when tragedy strikes. That tragedy could be a physical injury, or sometimes it’s the wrongful death of a relative. Then, those people meet another tragedy: factoring companies trying to get their money. And a third: their jingles.

We’ve got a new episode tonight at 11pm on HBO Max! Then we’re off next week! And we know what you’re thinking. “They had a break last MONTH! What is that, four shows in a row? One show per WEEK? Wow…they must be exhausted.” And to that we say: Thank you, we are.

Here’s last night’s story about a shortcut to the Supreme Court known as the “shadow docket,” how it’s being abused by the Trump administration, and which Supreme Court justice looks like a preschool teacher who still hits. https://youtu.be/qKeq4CEZtm8

This week’s main story is about the Supreme Court’s shadow docket, why it exists, how it’s advancing the Trump administration’s agenda, and how it’s bringing John closer to his estranged son. Come home, Nathaniel.

Tonight’s episode is streaming at 11pm on HBO Max! Or, you can turn on HBO at 11:23pm and accept the “John Oliver Challenge.” You watch the ep on live TV without pausing, looking at your phone, OR asking the person next to you “Wait, what did he say? Go back, go back.” Experts say it can’t be done!

Here’s last night’s story about “gas station drugs” – the questionable supplements becoming a sprawling industry of underregulated, widely available, and potentially addicting substances. Just something to think about next time you’re buying a slurpee! https://youtu.be/mRZqHzDG_c8

This week’s main story is about the questionable supplements and boner pills behind the counter at your local gas station, why they are increasingly popular despite posing a serious risk to the public, and what it all has to do with America’s former #1 Acura salesman. Trust us, it’s all related.

We’ve got a new show tonight at 11:10pm on HBO Max! Or a new episode, rather. Sorry to those of you who had your fingers crossed for a completely different television series. We will be doing our same old “one guy sits at a desk and talks” thing.

Here’s last night’s story about AI chatbots, how their flaws can be hazardous to the public, and why “literal shit on a stick” is probably a bad business idea. No matter what ChatGPT tells you. https://youtu.be/Ykvf3MunGf8

This week’s main story is about AI chatbots! Why they are overly flirtatious, often incorrect, and posing a genuine threat to the public. But the story is also about what John would ask AI Satan. In case you were worried we had overlooked that. We haven’t.

We’ve got a new show tonight at 11:10pm on HBO Max! Ten minutes late, which, we’ll have you know, is the precise amount of time needed in order to be “fashionably” late. We’ve been told. By a friend. A cool one. That exists. We met them at summer camp. Ok fine! We read it! Yes, in an encyclopedia.

Here’s last night’s story about prediction markets – platforms where you can bet on basically anything, from the weather to the war in Iran. The story's also about why AI seems to be obsessed with shirtless old guys! To a lesser degree, but worth mentioning, if you’re into that. youtu.be/ZN4njIQcSR4

This week’s main story is about prediction markets – platforms where you can bet on basically anything, from the weather to the war in Iran – the legal and moral questions posed by their existence, and why someone needs to take Shayne Coplan sweater shopping. The purple isn’t working, Shayne!

We’re back tonight at 11:10pm on HBO max! After 3 long weeks away! You know what that means!!! John has been alone, in the studio, at his desk, with the lights out, for 21 days straight. “Oh my gosh! Why don’t you let him out!!” RELAX. The door is unlocked, he just *chooses* not to leave.

This week’s main story is about Viktor Orbán, the prime minister of Hungary and the longest serving current head of government in the EU, why conservatives in the US are so invested in him maintaining power, and some thoughts on the mathematical possibilities of toilet paper.

Here’s last night’s story about Viktor Orbán, what the upcoming elections in Hungary mean for global conservatism, and why Tucker Carlson seems to want to fuck a fence. Actually, we don’t really know “why.” We just know he does. youtu.be/SkRw83GV-wA

We’re back tonight at 11:10pm on @HBOmax! You’re not gonna wanna miss it! Unless, of course, you’re not a fan of this show. In which case, we apologize this post has reached your algorithm. It *is* sort of on you, since it’s your algorithm and all…you must like SOMETHING about us. But still. Sorry.

This week’s main story is about police stings, how they work, who they’re targeting and – why not – some needlessly aggressive words for Paul Thomas Anderson. You hear that, Paul? We’ll show you a best picture!

Here’s last night’s story about police stings, why they can seem like they’re creating more crime than they’re stopping, and why, legally speaking, you are not allowed to be afraid of a six foot tall Donald Duck. youtu.be/LqwJFuntco4

We’ve got a new episode tonight at 11:06pm on HBO Max! We need the extra six minutes because the network has us sharing the studio with some actress named Valerie Cherish and she keeps screaming “How’s THAT” in the middle of our rehearsals and it’s just…she’s great. We’re managing.

This week’s main story is about the potential 48th president – J.D. Vance – and some of his lesser-known views. Watch our full segment to see what the heir apparent of the MAGA movement envisions for the future of America.

Here’s last night’s story about J.D. Vance, the direction he could lead Americans if he assumes leadership of the Republican party, and why the best thing about him is Glenn Close doing Da Butt. youtu.be/NtRPLCso0Sw

We’ve got a new episode tonight at 11:05pm on HBO max! And this will be our official protest episode in opposition to the Oscars. Because, you guessed it, John was not invited. And we want the world to know: This is NO way to treat Vanity Smurf.

Due to how deeply in character he was, you may have missed that it was Jack McBrayer playing Colonel Sanders in Sunday's segment on soap operas. Thanks, Jack, for putting on a Kentucky fried accent and an unbelievable amount of self-tanner, all in the name of bringing John's soapiest dreams to life!

Here’s last night’s story about USAID, why the Trump Administration has gutted it, who is being impacted, and how many nice things John can say about George W. Bush. It’s more than zero! By a very narrow margin, it is more than zero. youtu.be/tU8S13xYJNM

We’ve got a new episode tonight at 11:11pm on HBO Max! Join us! And by “join us,” we mean turn on your TV. You cannot technically “join us.” But when you think about it, you can’t technically join anyone, can you? We enter this world alone, and we leave it alone. Ok! See you tonight!

Here’s last night’s story about police body cams, why they alone won’t lead to more accountability for law enforcement, and how John has an ass that will absolutely quit. Without *any* notice. youtu.be/jP4_2soVZe0

Hello! We have a new episode airing tonight at 11pm and given… y’know…. everything, it feels important to specify that it was taped yesterday, Saturday, which helps explain the otherwise inexplicable ratio of “discussion of Iran” to “discussion of Steven Seagal’s hair color.”