S2 E1 • Episode 25

Pharmaceutical companies spend billions of dollars marketing drugs to doctors. We have a few issues with that. RadioShack has filed for bankruptcy. We've helped them create a farewell message. Ecuadorian President Rafael Correa.

Première diffusion : 8 février 2015

S2 E2 • Episode 26

Thanks to tobacco industry regulations and marketing restrictions in the US, smoking rates have dropped dramatically. John Oliver explains how tobacco companies are keeping their business strong overseas. We've noticed that the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue still exists but can’t quite figure out why.

Première diffusion : 15 février 2015

S2 E3 • Episode 27

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.

Première diffusion : 22 février 2015

S2 E4 • Episode 28

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

Première diffusion : 1 mars 2015

S2 E5 • Episode 29

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

Première diffusion : 8 mars 2015

S2 E6 • Episode 30

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

Première diffusion : 15 mars 2015

S2 E7 • Episode 31

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

Première diffusion : 22 mars 2015

S2 E8 • Episode 32

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.

Première diffusion : 5 avril 2015

S2 E9 • Episode 33

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.

Première diffusion : 12 avril 2015

S2 E10 • Episode 34

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. 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!

Première diffusion : 19 avril 2015

S2 E11 • Episode 35

Trendy clothes are cheaper than ever. That sounds great for the people who buy them, but it's horrible for the people who make them.

Première diffusion : 26 avril 2015

S2 E12 • Episode 36

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

Première diffusion : 3 mai 2015

S2 E13 • Episode 37

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.

Première diffusion : 10 mai 2015

S2 E14 • Episode 38

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

Première diffusion : 17 mai 2015

S2 E15 • Episode 39

After the arrests of numerous top officials, John Oliver decided to give an update on the state of FIFA.

Première diffusion : 31 mai 2015

S2 E16 • Episode 40

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

Première diffusion : 7 juin 2015

S2 E17 • Episode 41

The US Senate Torture Report revealed horrifying details of America's interrogation program. Helen Mirren will fill you in.

Première diffusion : 14 juin 2015

S2 E18 • Episode 42

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.

Première diffusion : 21 juin 2015

S2 E19 • Episode 43

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

Première diffusion : 28 juin 2015

S2 E20 • Episode 44

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

Première diffusion : 12 juillet 2015

S2 E21 • Episode 45

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

Première diffusion : 19 juillet 2015

S2 E22 • Episode 46

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

Première diffusion : 26 juillet 2015

S2 E23 • Episode 47

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.

Première diffusion : 2 août 2015

S2 E24 • Episode 48

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.

Première diffusion : 9 août 2015

S2 E25 • Episode 49

U.S. tax law allows television preachers to get away with almost anything. We know this from personal experience.

Première diffusion : 16 août 2015

S2 E26 • Episode 50

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.

Première diffusion : 23 août 2015

S2 E27 • Episode 51

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.

Première diffusion : 13 septembre 2015

S2 E28 • Episode 52

The European migrant crisis sees millions of refugees face hostility, racism, and red tape so John Oliver does something small for them. In other news Pope Francis visited the U.S., an interesting report on David Cameron and the Volkswagen emissions scandal.

Première diffusion : 27 septembre 2015

S2 E29 • Episode 53

John Oliver investigates the treatment of mental health in the US and discovers the system doesn't always work. In other news Russia gets involved in the bombing of Syria, the UN trains the leaders of the future and Jason Chaffetz is embarressed. John Oliver also launches a brand new app.

Première diffusion : 4 octobre 2015

S2 E30 • Episode 54

North Dakota's reputation for politeness has led to oil companies taking advantage so John Oliver offers the people of the 'legendary' state a solution. In other news the war in Syria rages on, FIFA is still rife with corruption and Toyota are asked to explain why ISIS has so many of their vehicles.

Première diffusion : 11 octobre 2015

S2 E31 • Episode 55

In order to help Canada with their upcoming election, John Oliver enlists Mike Myers, a beaver, and a moose to give some advice to voters. In other news the New Zealand Prime Minister admits to some interesting habits, Mexico isn't happy with it's president and a zoo in Denmark tries to educate visitors by butchering animals.

Première diffusion : 18 octobre 2015

S2 E32 • Episode 56

John Oliver discusses the impact of the upcoming US elections on the status of Medicaid and tries to calm tensions in the East China Sea through Kenny G. In other news the peace talks in Syria feature no Syrians, the link between the Ukraine and Star Wars, and Andrew Lloyd Webber has some opinions on UK tax credits.

Première diffusion : 1 novembre 2015

S2 E33 • Episode 57

John Oliver explains the hurdles for prisoner re-entry in the US with help from a real life ex-convict. In other news, the UK introduces new surveillance measures, US patriotism is an advertising gimmick, and the Washington Redskins defend their trademark.

Première diffusion : 8 novembre 2015

S2 E34 • Episode 58

John Oliver investigates the murky world of Daily Fantasy Sports and creates an advertisement to help explain the positives. In other news, the terrorist attacks in Paris shocked the world, Singles Day in China features some questionable celebrity endorsements, and India want their diamond back.

Première diffusion : 15 novembre 2015

S2 E35 • Episode 59

John Oliver starts a campaign to remove the penny from circulation and takes a look back at the highlights of the season with appearances from some of our favorite characters. The Paris attacks and their impact on refugee intake across the globe are also discussed.

Première diffusion : 22 novembre 2015