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Browse - Most popular current events shows
Real Time with Bill Maher
Each week Bill Maher surrounds himself with a panel of guests which include politicians, actors, comedians, musicians and the like to discuss what's going on in the world.
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
Join Stephen Colbert as he takes over the Late Show franchise, bringing his unique brand of humor to late-night television.
With celebrity interviews, musical performances, and hilarious sketches, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert is a must-watch for any fan of late-night TV.
8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown
A mash-up of current affairs comedy quiz '8 out of 10 Cats' and daily words and numbers quiz show 'Countdown'. Jimmy Carr presents and each week he is joined by team captains Sean Lock and Jon Richardson, they are joined each week by Susie Dent in dictionary corner and Rachel Riley providing the letters and numbers.
Big Fat Quiz of the Year
This is an end-of-year quiz show that attempts to recap the last year's news stories. Six celebrity panelists compete to prove who was paying attention for the past year, or at least who failed to pay attention in the funniest way. Comedian Jimmy Carr plays host, judge, and favorite punching bag.
Have I Got News for You
Get ready to laugh with satirical panel quiz "Have I Got News For You". Team captains Ian Hislop and Paul Merton are joined by guests each week.
The past week's news stories are hilariously dissected by the panel, with a guest host presiding over the points.
60 Minutes
The premiere television News magazine! This popular news magazine provides both hard hitting investigations, interviews and features, along with people in the news and current events.
The Circus: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth
The series pull back the curtain on the 2016 presidential race, revealing the intense, irreverent, inspiring and infuriating stories behind the headlines of what promises to be one of the most fascinating and consequential elections in modern history.
Frontline
Since it began in 1983, "Frontline" has been airing public-affairs documentaries that explore a wide scope of the complex human experience. Frontline's goal is to extend the impact of the documentary beyond its initial broadcast by serving as a catalyst for change.
Web of Lies
In the online world, you never really know who you're talking to. This series reveals stories of deception and homicide triggered by online interactions. From the black widow wives hiding behind alter-egos to jilted lovers stalking their exes, from obsessive lovers enacting their disturbing fantasies to shocking tales of kidnap, violence and deception - each episode follows stories with jaw-dropping twists and turns as the web of lies is revealed.
On the Case with Paula Zahn
Investigation Discovery and Paula Zahn take viewers on a visually compelling journey inside fascinating mysteries and investigations. Personal stories from the people closest to the cases, along with analysis from experts, will allow viewers to share the experience, through every twist and turn, until the episode reaches its dramatic conclusion.
Saturday Night Live Weekend Update Thursday
NBC's veteran late-night show Saturday Night Live expands its "Weekend Update" segment in this special series. Beginning as a limited run of three special episodes during the 2008 Presidential campaign, SNL Weekend Update Thursday has once again returned to NBC's Thursday night lineup.
StarTalk
Based on Tyson's podcast of the same name, the series will feature various guests - from celebrities to comedians and scientists - discussing the latest developments in the universe. It will be filmed in front of a studio audience at the American Museum of Natural History's Hayden Planetarium.
The Nightly Show with Larry Wilmore
Larry Wilmore hosts 'The Nightly Show', the replacement for 'The Colbert Report' from January 2015. The show takes a comedic point of view on the day's news.
Have You Been Paying Attention?
This is a news based comedy-quiz show hosted by Tom Gleisner. The show features a panel of celebrities who take a comic look at current topical news.
Secret State
Gabriel Byrne stars as deputy prime minister Tom Dawkins, who's thrust to the fore by catastrophic events, and ends up forced to take on the might of the establishment.
Foo Fighters Sonic Highways
Foo Fighters commemorate their 20th anniversary by documenting the eight-city recording odyssey that produced their latest, and eighth, studio album.
The Wil Wheaton Project
This is a 12-episode summer series hosted by actor, blogger and geek culture expert Wil Wheaton. The 30-minute weekly comedy show is slated to premiere May 27 at 10 PM. Each week, Wheaton will dissect the week's most popular and trending topics across science fiction film, television and pop culture, video games, viral videos and news.
The Rachel Maddow Show
Maddow's take on the biggest stories of the day, political and otherwise, including lively debate with guests from all sides of the issues, in-depth analysis and stories no other shows in cable news will cover.
Gruen
Analysis of TV adverts and other media advertising by a guest panel that works within the industry, with an eye on both the excesses and effectiveness of advertising.
Additional segment each week involves advertising companies creating adverts to "sell the unsellable" based on a chosen theme.
Life Story
This show is narrated by David Attenborough who tells of the journey through life. From the moment we are born we are set on taking a journey - a journey that unites every animal on the planet. The series follows six crucial stages: first steps, growing up, finding a home, gaining power, winning a mate and succeeding as a parent.
Dateline on ID
What makes average people cross the line to commit murder? Sometimes the answer is simple, while other times the answers are never found. Dateline on ID goes behind the headlines to investigate baffling crimes and compelling real-life dramas with NBC host Lester Holt.
Shaun Micallef is Mad as Hell
Shaun Micallef is Mad as Hell is a hilarious Australian news-comedy show that satirizes current events and politics.
Hosted by the talented Shaun Micallef, the show is a must-watch for anyone who loves witty humor and sharp commentary.
Marketplace
This is Canada's consumer watchdog, and #1 current-affairs show. Whether it is a slick scam, misleading marketing claim, a product that could put your health at risk, or maddening customer service, Marketplace has got your back. We find out the truth about what costs you money or threatens your health and put pressure on people in power to set things right.
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