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.”

If you’re watching Casey Means talk about vaccines in her confirmation hearing and would rather watch her do literally anything else, we suggest watching her “enjoy” a liver smoothie in our piece from last year on the MAHA movement. Then she’ll bring up vaccines again. Sorry. youtu.be/3lzfH86avIc

This week’s main story is about Twitter. Or “X” if you’re a hall monitor. How it went from bad to worse under Elon Musk, how it’s impacting us all, and why there’s exactly one account there that we’re still fine with.

Here’s last night’s story about Twitter, how it went from bad to worse under Elon Musk, and the real reason why John won’t be tweeting in the future. Hint: it has something to do with his amazing feet. youtu.be/p7ZG_xWYLzI

We’ve got a new episode tonight at 11:10pm on HBO Max! The perfect thing to come down from the Olympics. One man, sitting at a desk, doing flips and twists with his WORDS and MIND. It’s just as impressive. Ask anyone.

We’re back! And a lot has happened since we’ve been away. This week’s main story concerns unrest in Minnesota, murders committed by ICE and CBP agents, and the massive entity overseeing it all: the Department of Homeland Security. Plus, some stuff about Business Shrek – sorry, “Tom Homan.”

Here’s last night’s story about the Department of Homeland Security, how it’s emboldening ICE, and why it is – for some ungodly reason – allowing Kristi Noem to constantly cosplay as a law enforcement agent. We don’t care what they say, she does not need coast guard fatigues!

Season 13 premieres tonight at 11:20pm on HBO Max! That’s right, Valentine’s Day is OVER. Now it’s time to buckle down, turn on your TV, and relive the past three months of current events with us like an ADULT!

The world may be falling apart, but don’t worry. John brought tape. Season 13 of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver premieres February 15th at 11pm on HBO Max!

The world needs a hero. Unfortunately, we’ve got John. Season 13 of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver premieres February 15th at 11pm on @hbomax! youtu.be/PawUmci7JuU

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Our auction comes to a close tonight at 11:59pm! And if you’re unable to bid on any items but would still like to donate directly to a public media station in need, you can at JohnOliversJunk.com! Thank you all for a wonderful season, we’ll see you in February!

We’re off until February! But that doesn’t mean we can’t find a reason to talk about the Air Bud franchise and post it on our YouTube channel. Yet again. As long as this story keeps unfolding, it is our duty to keep reporting on it. youtu.be/dm5IwjiGT80

We’d like to say another thank you to Bob Ross Inc. for donating an original Bob Ross painting to our auction for public media! Their incredible generosity has “Cabin at Sunset” currently going for over a million dollars, with bidding continuing until Monday at 11:59pm. Bob & Peapod would be proud!

Some among us value one thing above art, unique experiences, and obscure props from TV shows. And that thing? Is merch. Go to JohnOliversJunk.com to bid on jackets, bags, mugs, and even knives emblazoned with the Last Week Tonight logo, so every part of your body can say “Yes, I watch that show.”

Our auction to benefit public media is live at JohnOliversJunk.com! And it’s not just items we mentioned on the show! For the next 3 days, you can bid on things like this neon sign from a sketch about Medspas starring Rachel Dratch, AKA Wanda Jo.

Want to bid in our auction for public media, but don’t want Russell Crowe’s jockstrap in your home? More items are available at JohnOliversJunk.com! Like this painting of Horse John, now the label for Cabernet SauvignJohn! Or bottles of the wine itself — sold out except for bottles in our auction!

You have until Sunday at 11:59pm to bid in our auction to benefit public media at JohnOliversJunk.com! And it’s not all Bob Ross paintings. There’s also this absolutely gorgeous custom Minor League Baseball jersey, featuring John Oliver's face. Their idea, not ours.

Our season finale is about the vital role public media plays in the lives of many Americans, how the Trump Administration’s budget cuts could impact those Americans directly, and one small way we’re trying to make a difference. And yes, of course, there is a bidet involved.

Over the years, we have accumulated many, many weird items on this show. Wax presidents, Russell Crowe’s jock strap, even a Bob Ross painting. Now, you can own them. Visit johnoliversjunk.com to bid on items that will help us raise money for The Public Media Bridge Fund!

Here’s last night’s story about public media, who it serves, what we can do to counteract the Trump administration’s budget cuts to it, and why the answer is “sell Russell Crowe’s jock strap.” You’ll see. youtu.be/yknMJOgy2pA