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Last Week Tonight with John Oliver S12E30 — November 16, 2025: Public Media

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Last Week Tonight with John Oliver•Season 12•Episode 30

November 16, 2025: Public Media

7.7/10 · 168 votesNov 16, 202540 min

Ranked #11 of 30 in Season 12•+0.1 vs season avg

John Oliver discusses Jeffrey Epstein's emails about Donald Trump, the vital role public media plays in the lives of many Americans, and some absolutely essential questions about a squirrel named Peapod.

Directed byPaul Pennolino

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November 16, 2025: Public Media

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Episode Summary

"November 16, 2025: Public Media" is episode 30 of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver season 12. It scored 7.7/10 from 168 votes, ranking #11 of 30 episodes this season (season average 7.6). Directed by Paul Pennolino, it aired on November 16, 2025.

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