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The Jim Jefferies Show

6.6(45)
First Aired:June 6, 2017
Seasons:3 seasons
Episodes:70
Status:Canceled

Each week, Jefferies tackles the week’s top stories from behind his desk and travels the globe to far-off locations to provide an eye opening look at hypocrisy around the world. Featuring interviews, international field pieces, and man on the ground investigations, Jim tackles the news of the day with no-bulls**t candor, piercing insight and a uniquely Aussie viewpoint.

Cast

Jim Jefferies

Jim Jefferies

Himself - Host

Seasons

Worldwide Racism

E1Worldwide Racism

22m

Jun 6, 2017

Jim kicks off his first show by highlighting President Trump's affection for dictators, tackling racism in the U.S. and investigating Holland's Black Pete tradition.

Unpacking Impeachment

E2Unpacking Impeachment

22m

Jun 13, 2017

Jim gives his take on Qatar's sudden isolation in the Middle East, examines the process of impeachment in the U.S. and pays a visit to Melania Trump's hometown in Slovenia.

Criminal Injustice

E3Criminal Injustice

22m

Jun 20, 2017

Jim reacts to Bill Cosby's mistrial, chats with Azerbaijan Ambassador Elin Suleymanov and weighs in on the prevalence of capital punishment in the U.S.

Health Care Unhinged

E4Health Care Unhinged

22m

Jun 27, 2017

Jim digs into the high costs and low benefits of the Senate Republicans' health care bill, then pays a visit to right-wing Australian Senator Pauline Hanson.

Understanding the First Amendment

E5Understanding the First Amendment

22m

Jul 11, 2017

Jim highlights major vacancies in U.S. government agencies, chats with a group of conspiracy theorists and explores dicey First Amendment issues.

America's Age of Unenlightenment

E6America's Age of Unenlightenment

22m

Jul 18, 2017

Jim reacts to Kid Rock's possible Senate run, learns about the problems plaguing Australia's Great Barrier Reef and examines the politicized climate change debate.

Trophy Hunter Takedown

E7Trophy Hunter Takedown

22m

Jul 25, 2017

The GOP brings dead debates back to life, Comic-Con cosplayers weigh in on political issues, and the death of Cecil the Lion's son sends Jim into a fury about trophy hunting.

The Fight for LGBTQ Military Rights

E8The Fight for LGBTQ Military Rights

22m

Aug 1, 2017

Jim offers much-needed advice to the Democratic Party, describes the history of anti-LGBTQ discrimination in the U.S. military and chats with former CIA officer Evan McMullin.

The Threat of Nuclear War

E9The Threat of Nuclear War

22m

Aug 8, 2017

Jim breaks down the possibility of a nuclear war with North Korea, examines the arguments against euthanasia and chats with fellow comedian Bill Burr.

Charlottesville White Supremacist Rally

E10Charlottesville White Supremacist Rally

22m

Aug 15, 2017

Jim addresses the violent white supremacist rally in Charlottesville, VA, explores the Confederate monument debate and unpacks President Trump's new immigration policy.

Jim's Police Ride-Along

E11Jim's Police Ride-Along

22m

Sep 19, 2017

Jim goes on a ride-along with police in the U.K., takes aim at Hurricane Harvey's wannabe vigilantes and sits down with the mayor who created Anti-Jim Jefferies Day.

Trump's Anti-NFL Freak Out

E12Trump's Anti-NFL Freak Out

22m

Sep 26, 2017

Jim examines President Trump's beef with protesting athletes, highlights the scourge of traumatic brain injuries among NFL players and discusses health care with Andy Slavitt.

Trump's Bungled Puerto Rico Response

E13Trump's Bungled Puerto Rico Response

22m

Oct 3, 2017

Jim highlights Trump's tone-deaf reaction to Hurricane Maria, breaks down the administration's spate of travel scandals, and talks free speech with the Insane Clown Posse.

Hawaii's One-Party System

E14Hawaii's One-Party System

22m

Oct 10, 2017

Jim looks at ISIS's desperate attempt to take credit for the Las Vegas shooting, the Hawaiian GOP's internal divide and America's laughably outdated banking system.

Trump's Congressional Twitter Troll

E15Trump's Congressional Twitter Troll

22m

Oct 17, 2017

Jim challenges men to do better after the Harvey Weinstein scandal, chats with a congressman popular for taunting the president, and examines Russia's two-way propaganda.

America's Opioid Epidemic

E16America's Opioid Epidemic

22m

Oct 24, 2017

Jim highlights the growing opioid epidemic in the U.S., examines binge-drinking on college campuses and sits down with "The Death of Expertise" author Tom Nichols.

After School Satan Club

E17After School Satan Club

22m

Oct 31, 2017

Jim delves into the Mueller indictments, tries to help a struggling after-school club run by Satanist, and rips the GOP's too-late response to Donald Trump.

Mark Cuban vs. Donald Trump

E18Mark Cuban vs. Donald Trump

22m

Nov 7, 2017

Jim updates some conveniently forgotten news stories, examines the Trump administration's discriminatory religious liberty guidelines and pitches an invention to Mark Cuban.

Roy Moore's Sexual Assault Allegations

E19Roy Moore's Sexual Assault Allegations

22m

Nov 14, 2017

Jim examines the GOP's reluctance to drop accused child molester Roy Moore from the Senate ballot and talks with Rob Reiner about sexual harassment in Hollywood and beyond.

Let's Talk About Guns

E20Let's Talk About Guns

22m

Nov 21, 2017

Jim discusses gun control with the former Navy SEAL who killed Osama bin Laden, then joins him at a shooting range to figure out why Americans love firearms so much.

Jim Attends The March For Our Lives

E1Jim Attends The March For Our Lives

22m7.0

Mar 27, 2018

Jim looks at GOP attempts to ignore the gun debate, attends a March For Our Lives rally and explains why teens are so successful at advocating for gun control.

Day Drinking with the Press

E2Day Drinking with the Press

22m7.0

Apr 3, 2018

Jim makes the case for decriminalizing sex work, discusses press freedom with White House reporters and looks at the Trump administration's efforts to modify the census.

Scott Pruitt's Biggest Scandal

E3Scott Pruitt's Biggest Scandal

22m6.0

Apr 10, 2018

Jim breaks down the Oklahoma teachers' strike, tries desperately to get Noel Gallagher to like him and examines EPA chief Scott Pruitt's religious worldview.

Comey's Nasty Little Tell-All

E4Comey's Nasty Little Tell-All

22m7.0

Apr 17, 2018

Jim questions President Trump's motives for bombing Syria, breaks down former FBI Chief James Comey's gossipy memoir and sits down with “Rampage” star Malin Akerman.

Ireland's Abortion Ban

E5Ireland's Abortion Ban

22m7.0

Apr 24, 2018

Jim proposes a test for curbing overpopulation, heads across the pond to challenge Ireland's draconian abortion laws and meets a teacher with controversial views on slavery.

Questioning Trump's North Korea Strategy

E6Questioning Trump's North Korea Strategy

22m6.5

May 1, 2018

Jim has questions about the seemingly positive developments out of North Korea and South Korea, examines the toxic culture of "incels" and checks in with his weatherman.

The Exploitation of NFL Cheerleaders

E7The Exploitation of NFL Cheerleaders

22m7.0

May 8, 2018

Jim looks at all the ways the NFL mistreats its cheerleaders, chats with Carol Burnett about the state of comedy and refutes conservative hysteria over asylum-seekers.

Learning About the Royal Family

E8Learning About the Royal Family

22m7.0

May 15, 2018

Jim explains why torture is simply wrong, seeks answers about the British Royal family and looks for a middle ground between helicopter parenting and neglect.

Why Scared White People Keep Calling 911

E9Why Scared White People Keep Calling 911

22m8.0

May 22, 2018

Jim breaks down a recent wave of racial profiling incidents, chats with comedian W. Kamau Bell about being profiled and looks at how bogus support animals undermine real ones.

The Sex Robot Revolution

E10The Sex Robot Revolution

22m7.0

May 29, 2018

Jim questions the public demand for insincere apologies, meets a scientist at the forefront of sex robot technology, and weights the pros and cons of gene editing.

Jordan Peterson & Sarah Silverman

E11Jordan Peterson & Sarah Silverman

22m

Jun 19, 2018

Jim examines the president's penchant for picking fights with U.S. allies, sits down with controversial lecturer Jordan Peterson and talks free speech with Sarah Silverman.

The Crisis at the US - Mexico Border

E12The Crisis at the US - Mexico Border

22m

Jun 26, 2018

Jim slams President Trump's immigration policies, talks with a former social worker who's seen their effects and explains why Russia is an inhospitable World Cup host.

Judging the Supreme Court

E13Judging the Supreme Court

22m

Jul 10, 2018

Jim questions the wisdom of having a Supreme Court, examines Scott Pruitt's environmentally destructive last act as EPA chief and investigates the state of Irish drinking.

America's Number One

E14America's Number One

22m

Jul 17, 2018

Jim sits down with comedian Bill Burr, examines toxic masculinity and breaks down America's obsession with being the best.

Comic-Con's Diversity Problem

E15Comic-Con's Diversity Problem

22m

Jul 24, 2018

Jim explores reports of Amazon's questionable workplace conditions, breaks down America's love of billionaires and unravels the backlash against comic diversity at Comic-Con.

America Reaches Peak Outrage

E16America Reaches Peak Outrage

22m

Jul 31, 2018

Jim breaks down the consequences of controversial tweets from the past, questions why Americans are so unhappy and explores the growing movement to end circumcision.

The 1D Brain Behind 3D-Printed Guns

E17The 1D Brain Behind 3D-Printed Guns

22m

Aug 7, 2018

Jim explores the debate over 3D-printed guns, breaks down the TSA's plans to relax airport security and discusses progressive politics with Representative Barbara Lee.

Life During Trump's Topsy-Turvy Presidency

E18Life During Trump's Topsy-Turvy Presidency

22m

Aug 14, 2018

Jim recaps the alt-right's Unite the Right 2 rally, unpacks Donald Trump's chaotic presidency and responds to suggestions that he should stop talking about politics.

What is QAnon?

E19What is QAnon?

22m

Aug 21, 2018

Jim questions the logic behind modern marriage, breaks down America's tradition of tipping in the service industry and chats with QAnon experts.

Jim's Deep Dive into Religion

E20Jim's Deep Dive into Religion

22m

Aug 28, 2018

Jim unpacks the Trump administration's religious liberty task force, gets insight from religious followers worldwide and chats with a diverse group of religious leaders.

Nike's Ad Campaign Stirs Up Controversy

E21Nike's Ad Campaign Stirs Up Controversy

22m

Sep 18, 2018

Jim breaks down Nike's controversial ad campaign featuring Colin Kaepernick, describes Hollywood's diversity problem and takes a ride with Amsterdam police officers.

Republicans Stand by Brett Kavanaugh

E22Republicans Stand by Brett Kavanaugh

22m

Sep 25, 2018

Jim questions the GOP's unwavering support for Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh, dissects America's obsession with work and meets a nudist fighting for religious freedom.

America's Racist Criminal Justice System

E23America's Racist Criminal Justice System

22m

Oct 2, 2018

Jim breaks down California's attempt to reform the cash bail system, looks at the racial disparities in criminal sentencing and gets insight into the 2018 midterm elections.

The Exploitation of Victimhood

E24The Exploitation of Victimhood

22m

Oct 9, 2018

Jim looks at Brett Kavanaugh's self-proclaimed victimhood, British knowledge of American politics and the idiocy of gender reveal parties.

The Downward Spiral of Climate Change

E25The Downward Spiral of Climate Change

22m

Oct 16, 2018

Jim explains why Americans struggle to address climate change, looks at the decline of the recycling industry and talks to Kareem Abdul-Jabbar about athlete activism.

Why Healthy Living Is Impossible

E26Why Healthy Living Is Impossible

22m

Oct 23, 2018

Jim looks at society's obsession with beauty, explains why having a completely healthy lifestyle is impossible and proposes changes to constitutional amendments.

How Right-wing Rhetoric Leads To Violence

E27How Right-wing Rhetoric Leads To Violence

22m

Oct 30, 2018

Jim looks at the connection between President Trump's rhetoric and recent violent attacks, scrutinizes smart home technology and delves into the effects of spanking kids.

Third-Party Debate: The Best of the Rest

E28Third-Party Debate: The Best of the Rest

22m

Nov 6, 2018

Jim explains why you probably didn't vote in the midterms, sends a team of correspondents to change minds at Politicon and hosts a debate for third-party longshots.

Trump Wages War Against Journalists

E29Trump Wages War Against Journalists

22m

Nov 13, 2018

Jim weighs the challenges of living on Mars, sits down with CNN political analyst April Ryan and questions why Americans use so much paper.

Jim Becomes a U.S. Citizen

E30Jim Becomes a U.S. Citizen

22m

Nov 20, 2018

Jim profiles the journey of immigrants preparing to become U.S. citizens, takes the oath with them and offers a sneak peek at his new, more Americanized show.

The Rise of White Nationalism

E1The Rise of White Nationalism

22m

Mar 19, 2019

Jim explains how the internet radicalizes white nationalists like the shooter in New Zealand, visits Australia's anti-immigration border fence and examines public shaming.

The Hidden Dangers of Vast Nuclear Arsenals

E2The Hidden Dangers of Vast Nuclear Arsenals

22m

Mar 26, 2019

Jim examines the many flaws in America's nuclear weapon stockpile, takes a critical look at doomsday-prepping advice and sits down with North Korean defectors.

How Chicago Became Central to the Gun Debate

E3How Chicago Became Central to the Gun Debate

22m

Apr 2, 2019

Jim looks at the rise of the NRA as a lobbying group, visits Chicago to see how the city became a proxy in the gun-control debate and tries to save after-school programs.

The Extra Hurdles for Trans Athletes

E4The Extra Hurdles for Trans Athletes

22m

Apr 9, 2019

Jim looks at the discriminatory barriers trans athletes face, sits down with a transgender scientist and marathoner, and examines the state of LGBTQ rights in Thailand.

Jim Goes on an Anti-Poaching Safari

E5Jim Goes on an Anti-Poaching Safari

22m

Apr 16, 2019

Jim explains why zoos are a good thing, goes on patrol with an anti-poaching task force and sticks up for an underappreciated member of the animal kingdom.

Jim's Guide to Growing Old and Dying

E6Jim's Guide to Growing Old and Dying

22m

Apr 23, 2019

Jim explains why the funeral industry is exploitative and wasteful, seeks happiness by attending his own mock funeral in South Korea, and devises a new model of retirement.

Addicted to Everything

E7Addicted to Everything

22m

Apr 30, 2019

Jim looks at how gamification gets people addicted to tech, tries to figure out if Australia has a gambling problem and explains why strict laws don't curb addiction.

Giving Kids in Foster Care a Leg Up

E8Giving Kids in Foster Care a Leg Up

22m

May 7, 2019

Jim weighs in on ancestry testing, chats with Ty Burrell about giving opportunities to kids in foster care and examines how kid influencers are vulnerable to exploitation.

Dividing the United States

E9Dividing the United States

22m

May 14, 2019

Jim makes the case for universal basic income, takes a critical look at "poverty tourism" in South Africa and proposes splitting America up into different countries.

The Cost of Trading Away Freedom

E10The Cost of Trading Away Freedom

22m

May 21, 2019

Jim examines the 2020 Democratic presidential candidates, visits Singapore to weigh the pros and cons of living in a restrictive society, and criticizes recent abortion bans.

Americans Stopped Caring About Privacy

E11Americans Stopped Caring About Privacy

22m

Sep 17, 2019

Jim gives his take on some unpopular opinions, visits Hong Kong to learn about "citizen scores" and scrutinizes America's nonchalant attitude about data security.

Jim Gives Socialism an Overhaul

E12Jim Gives Socialism an Overhaul

22m

Sep 24, 2019

Jim explains why free college for everyone might not be a good idea after all, finds a compromise between socialism and capitalism, and celebrates the Emmy Awards.

Jim Takes on Cancel Culture

E13Jim Takes on Cancel Culture

22m

Oct 1, 2019

Jim discusses the consequences of "cancel culture," shares how inclusion is changing the toy industry and laments a hairy situation.

The Decline of Sex in Japan

E14The Decline of Sex in Japan

22m

Oct 8, 2019

Jim discusses the spate of recent deaths linked to vaping, visits Japan to examine the decline of sex among young people and looks at the disappearing stigma around STDs.

Diving Into the Trump Impeachment Inquiry

E15Diving Into the Trump Impeachment Inquiry

22m

Oct 15, 2019

Jim unpacks the Trump impeachment inquiry, visits South Africa to learn about traditional medicine techniques and weighs in on how U.S. culture tackles mental health.

Jim's Ride-Along with His Cop Brother

E16Jim's Ride-Along with His Cop Brother

22m

Oct 22, 2019

Jim explains why people love conspiracy theories, looks at why policing is safer in Australia and shares the latest news about how humans have doomed their own planet.

E17Legal Prostitution vs Sex Trafficking

22m

Oct 29, 2019

Jim breaks down the latest Halloween trends, finds out whether sex trafficking is linked to legal prostitution, and compares American and British chocolate manufacturing.

E18Why Americans Fear the Wrong Things

22m

Nov 5, 2019

Jim looks at recent Facebook controversies, enlists Rep. Madeleine Dean to help him run for office, and talks to author Barry Glassner about America's "Culture of Fear."

E19Are Japanese B-Stylers Racist?

22m

Nov 12, 2019

Jim examines the decline of religion in America, investigates the Japanese trend of appropriating African-American culture and asks panelists to identify racist scenarios.

E20There Are Too Many Choices

22m

Nov 19, 2019

On Jim's final episode, he discusses the world's first penis transplant, exposes the brutal practice of shark finning and explains why too many choices can be a bad thing.

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Each week, Jefferies tackles the week’s top stories from behind his desk and travels the globe to far-off locations to provide an eye opening look at hypocrisy around the world. Featuring interviews, international field pieces, and man on the ground investigations, Jim tackles the news of the day with no-bulls**t candor, piercing insight and a uniquely Aussie viewpoint.

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