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The Opposition with Jordan Klepper

The Opposition with Jordan Klepper

★ 5.3·2017·1 seasons · 128 episodes·Series
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Synopsis

A satire of the hyperbolic, conspiracy-laden noise machine that is the alternative-media landscape on both the right and left.

Episodes

Season 1
Kurt AndersenJordan discusses the alternative media's unique viewpoints, introduces his team of Citizen Journalists and sits down with author Kurt Andersen.Neal KatyalJordan offers tips for reclaiming football, Aaron Jackson and Josh Sharp discuss what liberals don't get about humor, and attorney Neal Katyal talks about Trump's travel ban.Ruth MarcusJordan examines the results of the Alabama Senate primary, determines which numbers can be trusted and chats with journalist Ruth Marcus.DeRay MckessonJordan gets a huge scoop about the Russian hacking scandal, dissects higher education with Citizen Journalist Kobi Libii and sits down with activist DeRay Mckesson.Asha RangappaJordan dissects Tom Price's resignation, expands on Trump's Hurricane Maria efforts and discusses the Russian hacking scandal with national security expert Asha Rangappa.Richard PainterJordan offers tips on how to avoid discussing gun control, confronts former EPA administrator Gina McCarthy about climate change and chats with lawyer Richard Painter.Michael CrowleyJordan calls out the FDA's heartless practices, predicts the outcome of President Trump's first space council meeting and chats with Politico correspondent Michael Crowley.Jane MayerJordan honors the internet's brave truth-tellers, sends Citizen Journalists Josh Sharp and Aaron Jackson to the March for Racial Justice, and chats with author Jane Mayer.David LittJordan recaps the Values Voter Summit, dissects Donald Trump's growing list of frenemies and sits down with former Obama speechwriter David Litt.Bill KristolJordan reveals the truth about coal, sends Laura Grey to investigate Oklahoma's oil-funded school systems and chats with Weekly Standard editor at large Bill Kristol.E11Nate SilverJordan dissects Donald Trump's emoluments case, exposes Amazon's hold on small-town America and chats with FiveThirtyEight founder Nate Silver.E12Carol AndersonJordan introduces Steve Bannon's team of anti-establishment candidates, breaks down the Melania Trump body double conspiracy and sits down with author Carol Anderson.E13Matt TaibbiJordan celebrates the upcoming release of classified JFK files, sends Kobi Libii to infiltrate antifa and chats with author Matt Taibbi.E14Bill NyeJordan decodes a cryptic tweet from James Comey, breaks down EPA Chief Scott Pruitt's business approach to the environment and chats with legendary science guy Bill Nye.E15Maura HealeyJordan discusses the DNC's alleged funding of the Trump-Russia dossier, spreads the word about gun-related threats and chats with Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey.E16Bruce BartlettJordan dissects President Trump's tax reform plan, talks climate change with globalist Richard Branson and sits down with Bruce Bartlett, the author of "The Truth Matters."E17Rob ReinerJordan exposes the distracting news of Rick Gates and Paul Manafort's indictments, creates a safe space for powerful men to chat and sits down with "LBJ" director Rob Reiner.E18Erin Gloria RyanJordan calls on the Citizen Journalists to tell scary stories, sends Laura Grey to investigate an anti-Trump coven and chats with Daily Beast editor Erin Gloria Ryan.E19Clint WattsJordan breaks down Congress's investigation into Russian-linked Facebook ads, compiles a list of America's worst enemies and sits down with security analyst Clint Watts.E20Bassem YoussefJordan defends President Trump's questionable remarks, consults Josh Sharp and Aaron Jackson about which leftist movies to avoid, and chats with comedian Bassem Youssef.E21Nikole Hannah-JonesJordan reacts to recent gun violence, praises Trump's Americanness abroad and talks to Nikole Hannah-Jones about school segregation.E22David DaleyJordan discusses the future of Betsy DeVos's role as Secretary of Education, sends Citizen Journalist Tim Baltz to investigate voter fraud and chats with author David Daley.E23Jon LovettJordan celebrates the anniversary of Donald Trump's presidential win, sings the praises of Donna Brazile and sits down with "Lovett or Leave It" host Jon Lovett.E24Jen PsakiJordan makes a harsh discovery about Trump's visit to China, uncovers Puerto Rico's plan to infiltrate swing states and chats with former White House staffer Jen Psaki.Jose CalderonJordan discusses the allegations against Roy Moore, checks in on the hurricane recovery effort in Puerto Rico and sits down with Hispanic Federation president Jose Calderon.Jeff RossJordan examines Donald Trump Jr.'s supposed collusion with WikiLeaks, introduces a sale for his fellow freethinkers and talks immigration with Roastmaster General Jeff Ross.Sarah LacyJordan breaks down Trump's judicial picks with Citizen Journalist Niccole Thurman, talks to a member of Trump's voter fraud commission and chats with author Sarah Lacy.Molly BallJordan reunites with Jon Stewart, celebrates Thanksgiving with the Citizen Journalists and sits down with TIME magazine political correspondent Molly Ball.Bill BrowderJordan gives President Trump the thanks he deserves, sends Citizen Journalist Tim Baltz to investigate sexism in Silicon Valley and chats with author Bill Browder.D.L. HughleyJordan takes a closer look at Project Veritas, ponders the shape of the Earth with Citizen Journalist Kobi Libii and sits down with "How Not to Get Shot" author D.L. Hughley.Danica RoemJordan addresses a nuclear threat to America, breaks down President Trump's plans to repeal net neutrality and sits down with Virginia Delegate-elect Danica Roem.Paul ScheerJordan enlists his team of Citizen Journalists to create campaign ads for Roy Moore, discovers the latest threat to Christmas and chats with comedian Paul Scheer.Kwame AlexanderJordan celebrates the Republican tax plan victory, breaks down the proposed changes to concealed carry laws and sits down with poet Kwame Alexander.Daniel EllsbergJordan honors the internet's brave truth-tellers, sends Citizen Journalists Josh Sharp and Aaron Jackson to the March for Racial Justice, and chats with author Jane Mayer.Jennifer EganJordan unpacks the IOC's decision to ban Russia from the 2018 Winter Games, browses the Alt-Bible with Citizen Journalist Laura Grey and sits down with author Jennifer Egan.Scott KellyJordan discusses Donald Trump Jr.'s genius courtroom tactics with Niccole Thurman, takes the #MAGAMealChallenge and sits down with astronaut Scott Kelly.John Della VolpeJordan defends Trump's soda habit, celebrates the rejection of fact-based smears against Roy Moore and talks with John Della Volpe about millennials' political futures.Jessica RosenworcelJordan predicts the results of the Alabama Senate race, discusses the sexual misconduct allegations against Donald Trump and chats with FCC Commissioner Jessica Rosenworcel.Chris MatthewsJordan finds a scapegoat for Roy Moore's loss in Alabama, visits Donald Trump's final rally of the year and sits down with MSNBC's Chris Matthews.Lauren DucaJordan describes the impact of voter suppression on the Trump family, looks back on the year's biggest stories and chats with Teen Vogue columnist Lauren Duca.Natasha BertrandJordan honors American hero Guy Fieri, imagines the possibilities for a MAGA Football League with Tim Baltz and chats with journalist Natasha Bertrand.Jeff GoodellJordan breaks down President Trump and Steve Bannon's public feud, talks to Laura Grey about the U.S.'s mean girl tactics and sits down with author Jeff Goodell.David MilibandDavid Miliband, President and CEO of the International Rescue Committee (IRC) and author of “RESCUE: Refugees and the Political Crisis of Our Time.”Ty SegallJordan warns of a liberal threat to President Trump in 2020 and appoints a special agent to take down Robert Mueller, and musician Ty Segall performs "My Lady's on Fire."Brian StelterJordan reveals unverified dirt on Special Counsel Robert Mueller, sends Kobi Libii to investigate the Syrian refugee presence in Idaho and sits down with CNN's Brian Stelter.Brian KlaasJordan discovers the dangers of bipartisanship, sends Kobi Libii to Lee Stranahan's citizen journalism school and chats with "The Despot's Apprentice" author Brian Klaas.Jelani CobbJordan warns of the dangers of the free press, learns the latest conservative trends from Niccole Thurman and Laura Grey, and chats with The New Yorker's Jelani Cobb.Rob RiggleJordan makes sense of President Trump's comments about Haitian and African immigrants, sheds light on the "raw water" trend and sits down with "12 Strong" star Rob Riggle.Jessica ValentiJordan uncovers President Trump's most boring political scandal, warns of the insidious war on men and chats with "Sex Object" author Jessica Valenti.Matt GertzJordan sends Josh Sharp and Aaron Jackson to meet nominees for the Fake News Awards, learns a workout routine from Tim Baltz and chats with Media Matters fellow Matt Gertz.David Cay JohnstonJordan learns about America's metaphorical border wall, sends Niccole Thurman to investigate artwork by Guantanamo Bay detainees and chats with author David Cay Johnston.Jason KanderJordan reveals the details of a secret government shutdown, explores Donald Trump's approach to female voters and sits down with Let America Vote president Jason Kander.Vicente FoxJordan runs down Hollywood's list of liberal Oscar nominees, discovers a solution for conservatives in California and chats with former Mexican President Vicente Fox.Stephanie SchriockJordan calls for an end to the gun violence debate, sends Kobi Libii to investigate Muslim extremists in Michigan and chats with EMILY's List president Stephanie Schriock.Ted LieuJordan drafts a classified memo about the FBI, puts a new spin on politically correct words with Tim Baltz and sits down with Congressman Ted Lieu.Roy Wood Jr.Jordan welcomes Sean Hannity to the fringe, dissects the decline of LGBTQ acceptance with Josh Sharp and Aaron Jackson and chats with This Is Not Happening host Roy Wood Jr.Lauren Duca & Charlamagne tha GodIn this live post-State of the Union episode, Jordan clarifies Trump's message of unity, sends Kobi Libii to a boycott and sits down with Charlamagne Tha God and Lauren Duca.Catherine RampellJordan weighs in on the left's plus-ones at the State of the Union, investigates the Department of Education and chats with The Washington Post's Catherine Rampell.Michael ArceneauxJordan examines Donald Trump's unfilled cabinet, passes holy judgment on public figures and chats with "I Can't Date Jesus" author Michael Arceneaux.Ijeoma OluoJordan defends a controversial pickup truck ad, celebrates the Nunes memo and chats with author Ijeoma Oluo about her book “So You Want to Talk About Race.”Adam SerwerJordan adds new enemies to his list, frets over an alarming new version of Monopoly and sits down with The Atlantic's Adam Serwer.Robin ThedeJordan defends President Trump's decision to have a military parade, discusses Black History Month with Kobi Libii and chats with "The Rundown" host Robin Thede.Tarana BurkeJordan creates a manlier national anthem, sends Tim Baltz to interrogate former FBI official Frank Montoya Jr. and chats with founder of the #MeToo movement Tarana Burke.Lacey Schwartz & Mat JohnsonMarjory Stoneman Douglas High School students Carly Novell and Delaney Tarr, plus director Lacey Schwartz and author Mat Johnson.Clint SmithJordan unpacks the fringe media's theory about the Parkland mass shooting, grills former U.S. diplomats and sits down with author Clint Smith.Ali SiddiqJordan applauds NRA spokesperson Dana Loesch's historical expertise, discovers the Trumpian themes in "Black Panther" and sits down with comedian Ali Siddiq.Baratunde ThurstonJordan discusses a major loss for NRA members and chats with "How to Be Black" author Baratunde Thurston, and Laura Grey talks to teen gun control advocates in Florida.Wesley LoweryJordan fantasizes about authoritarian rule in America, uncovers the narc trying to take down Alex Jones and sits down with The Washington Post's Wesley Lowery.Anthea ButlerJordan praises Donald Trump's impeccable cabinet, breaks down the major changes happening in American culture and sits down with religious studies professor Anthea Butler.Bakari SellersJordan heads to CPAC with Kobi Libii and Tim Baltz, chats with educators about Trump's plan to bring guns into the classroom and sits down with CNN's Bakari Sellers.Nikki GlaserThe Florida Senate walks back a ban on AR-15 rifles, Tim Baltz gets amped up for President Trump's trade war, and Nikki Glaser discusses her Comedy Central Radio show, You Up.Cass SunsteinJordan unpacks Sam Nunberg's media blitz, salutes lawmakers' righteous attempts to end gun violence and sits down with "Can It Happen Here?" author Cass Sunstein.Christian PiccioliniJordan unveils a theory about President Trump's alter ego, gripes about online dating with Niccole Thurman and chats with "White American Youth" author Christian Picciolini.Jesse EisingerJordan gets Tim Baltz's take on International Women's Day, sends Josh Sharp and Aaron Jackson on a mission in Kentucky and sits down with author Jesse Eisinger.Jamali MaddixJordan breaks down the MSM's attack on Betsy DeVos, ponders what's wrong with America's youth and sits down with "Hate Thy Neighbor" host Jamali Maddix.Tom NicholsJordan celebrates the House Intelligence Committee's Russian collusion verdict, learns the fundamentals of conservative comedy and chats with author Tom Nichols.Maya WileyJordan breaks down the Pennsylvania special election results, introduces an alternative to government-funded education and sits down with Professor Maya Wiley.Andrew MarantzJordan exposes CNN anchor Chris Cuomo's illicit breakfast behavior, sits down with former Trump advisor Carter Page and chats with the New Yorker's Andrew Marantz.Julia IoffeJordan marvels at Russia's impressive election results, warns Americans about the dangerous war on men and chats with Atlantic contributor Julia Ioffe.of MontrealJordan discusses President Trump's strategy for solving America's opioid crisis, Kobi Libii investigates an online conspiracy and of Montreal performs "Soft Music."Kate FolmarJordan questions who's really behind the March for Our Lives protests, reveals what the left doesn't know about guns and chats with Everytown for Gun Safety's Kate Folmar.Cory BookerJordan talks to the organizers of DC Teens Action, sends Kobi Libii to meet with a group of Baltimore students protesting gun violence and chats with Senator Cory Booker.Michael Ian BlackJordan confronts teens at the March For Our Lives, finds out how Trump's base feels about his alleged affair with Stormy Daniels and chats with comedian Michael Ian Black.Amy SiskindJordan warns of the possibility of space debris falling to Earth, passes holy judgment on public figures and chats with "The List" author Amy Siskind.Kay CannonJordan suggests innocuous questions to add to the 2020 census, gives props to Fox News host Jeanine Pirro and chats with "Blockers" director Kay Cannon.Alan DershowitzJordan salutes the defenders of the Second Amendment, leads a gun-friendly yoga class and sits down with attorney Alan Dershowitz.Aparna NancherlaJordan breaks down President Trump's relationship with Fox News, sends Niccole Thurman to investigate drag queen storytellers and sits down with comedian Aparna Nancherla.Gregory T. AngeloJordan warns America about the FBI's attacks, offers Mark Zuckerberg tips for his congressional hearing and chats with Log Cabin Republicans President Gregory T. Angelo.Alan Dershowitz & Sally KohnJordan breaks the shocking news about Paul Ryan's spinelessness, dines with attorney Alan Dershowitz and sits down with "The Opposite of Hate" author Sally Kohn.Bari A. WilliamsJordan breaks down Scott Pruitt's EPA challenge coin redesign, sends Kobi Libii to confront a crisis actor posing as Alex Jones and chats with tech exec Bari A. Williams.Rick TylerJordan dissects Infowars host Alex Jones's emotional reaction to Trump's Syrian missile strike, ponders America's ongoing changes and chats with MSNBC's Rick Tyler.David Corn & Michael IsikoffJordan reveals Sean Hannity's ties to Michael Cohen, Tim Baltz dives into a conservative punk movement, and authors David Corn and Michael Isikoff discuss "Russian Roulette."Alicia MenendezJordan puts the blame for recent political blunders on Nikki Haley, gets to know conservative YouTube dynamos Diamond and Silk, and chats with Bustle's Alicia Menendez.Jay Chandrasekhar & Steve LemmeJosh Sharp and Aaron Jackson investigate global warming, Jordan takes calls from fans seeking advice, and Jay Chandrasekhar and Steve Lemme talk "Super Troopers 2."Ross DouthatJordan and Kobi Libii wrongly assume that the hero of a shooting in Nashville was armed, the war on men continues, and author Ross Douthat talks "To Change the Church."Justin SimienJordan welcomes Kanye West to the right, honors the brave defenders of the Second Amendment and chats with "Dear White People" director Justin Simien.Annie WaldmanJordan offers career advice to White House physician Ronny Jackson, makes a plea to Hillary Clinton on behalf of Republicans and chats with ProPublica reporter Annie Waldman.Adam PallyJordan dissects President Trump's "Fox & Friends" interview, Niccole Thurman meets the teens running for governor of Kansas, and Adam Pally discusses "Most Likely to Murder."Cecile RichardsJordan praises Donald Trump's insult diplomacy, Josh Sharp and Aaron Jackson attend a Trump rally in Michigan, and Planned Parenthood's Cecile Richards talks “Make Trouble.”Garry KasparovJordan dissects Robert Mueller's questions for President Trump, breaks down the Trump administration's divine plans for sex education and chats with Garry Kasparov.Cenk UygurJordan introduces West Virginia’s fringe candidate Don Blankenship, recognizes MAGA-ism as a religion and sits down with Armenian Genocide denier and host of “The Young Turks” Cenk Uygur.Ron LivingstonJordan sheds light on Rudy Giuliani's legal expertise, Josh Sharp and Aaron Jackson bring conservatism back to the Boy Scouts of America, and Ron Livingston discusses "Tully."Jonah GoldbergJordan gives Devin Nunes advice, Tim Baltz meets with former Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Director Richard Cordray, and Jonah Goldberg discusses "Suicide of the West."Mark and Jay DuplassJordan prepares for Trump's showdown with Robert Mueller, Laura Grey and Niccole Thurman investigate an island for women, and Mark and Jay Duplass discuss "Like Brothers."Nell ScovellJordan dissects President Trump's Iran deal decision, Laura Grey tries to reach teachers protesting in Colorado, and Nell Scovell discusses “Just the Funny Parts.”Amy ChozickJordan finds a handsome new lawyer for President Trump, Josh Sharp and Aaron Jackson critique the liberal summer movie sequels, and Amy Chozick discusses “Chasing Hillary.”Anthony ScaramucciJordan praises President Trump for keeping his promises, breaks down America's immigration policy and chats with former White House Communications Director Anthony Scaramucci.Jonathan CapehartJordan addresses North Carolina's congressional diversity concerns, helps Tim Baltz fix President Trump's problems and chats with The Washington Post's Jonathan Capehart.Lizz WinsteadWriter, Producer & Comicordan breaks down the boring details of the British royal wedding, gripes about the latest changes in America and chats with Lady Parts Justice League founder Lizz Winstead.Liz GarbusJordan uses his gaslight to shed light on Trump's immigration policy, answers questions from callers with Tim Baltz and chats with "The Fourth Estate" director Liz Garbus.U-GodJordan breaks down Ted Cruz's questionable campaign tactics, gets to know the latest freethinkers running for office and chats with "Raw" author Lamont “U-God” Hawkins.Bernie SandersEstablishment shill Senator Bernie Sanders (Ind-Vt.).Yamiche AlcindorJordan celebrates 500 days of the Trump presidency, takes on the NBA with Citizen Journalist Tim Baltz and sits down with "PBS NewsHour" correspondent Yamiche Alcindor.Sheri FinkJordan discusses Trump's canceled Philadelphia Eagles celebration, sends Kobi Libii to investigate the sanctuary movement and chats with The New York Times's Sheri Fink.Franchesca RamseyJordan calls on the Citizen Journalists to decode IHOP's bizarre name change, exposes the latest battlefronts of the war on men and sits down with comedian Franchesca Ramsey.Will SommerJordan weighs in on the NRA's loyalty questionnaire, finds a new way to grant clemency to low-level offenders and chats with The Daily Beast's Will Sommer.Shannon WattsJordan recaps President Trump's visit to the G7 Summit, celebrates America's brave Second Amendment defenders and chats with gun safety advocate Shannon Watts.Mike PescaJordan celebrates the success of President Trump's meeting with Kim Jong-un, breaks down Dennis Rodman's role in the North Korean summit and chats with author Mike Pesca.Hari KondaboluJordan savors Trump's historic peace summit win, commissions a piece of art for the president's birthday and chats with comedian Hari Kondabolu.Clint WattsJordan salutes the latest freethinkers running for office, helps America understand who Michael Cohen really is and chats with "Messing with the Enemy" author Clint Watts.E121Dan PfeifferJordan breaks down President Trump's zero-tolerance immigration policy, Laura Grey chats with Senator Jeff Merkley, and Dan Pfeiffer discusses "Yes We (Still) Can."E122Yeonmi ParkJordan questions his trust in Fox News, answers questions from callers with Kobi Libii and sits down with human rights activist and "In Order to Live" author Yeonmi Park.E123Karamo BrownJordan adds new foes to his lengthy list of enemies, Josh Sharp and Aaron Jackson take down everything in their path, and Karamo Brown discusses "Queer Eye."E124Cameron EspositoJordan recognizes America's small-town heroes, applauds Fox News pundit Jeanine Pirro's support for President Trump and sits down with comedian Cameron Esposito.E125Richard PainterJordan questions the future of civil discourse, grapples with the ongoing changes in America and sits down with former White House ethics lawyer Richard Painter.E126Lauren DucaJordan questions President Trump's honesty, sends Laura Grey and Niccole Thurman to investigate Mississippi's sole abortion clinic and chats with Teen Vogue's Lauren Duca.E127Kim GordonJordan sells products to help freethinkers fight the MSM without him, finds out why Niccole Thurman is leaving the Trump train and chats with musician and actress Kim Gordon.E128The Final FightJordan breaks news stories from the future, realizes that being on President Trump's team means supporting the "bad guys" and faces his enemies for one last fight.
Cast
Niccole Thurman
Niccole ThurmanCitizen Journalist
Josh Sharp
Josh SharpCitizen Journalist
Aaron Jackson
Aaron JacksonCitizen Journalist
Jordan Klepper
Jordan KlepperHimself - Host
Laura Grey
Laura GreyCitizen Journalist
Kobi Libii
Kobi LibiiCitizen Journalist
Tim Baltz
Tim BaltzCitizen Journalist

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