Ep 19. June 14, 2019

On June 14, 2019, Real Time with Bill Maher aired its 19th episode of its 17th season. The show opened with a monologue by Maher discussing the recent Democratic debates and the controversy surrounding presidential candidate Joe Biden's comments about working with segregationist senators. Maher also touched on the recent college admissions scandal and the ongoing debate over the border wall.

The first guest of the night was presidential candidate Marianne Williamson, who spoke with Maher about her unconventional approach to politics and her ideas for the future of the country. They discussed topics such as healthcare, climate change, and income inequality, and Williamson emphasized the importance of focusing on spiritual and emotional healing in addition to policy solutions.

Next, Maher spoke with journalist Matt Taibbi about his new book "Hate Inc.: Why Today’s Media Makes Us Despise One Another." Taibbi argued that the media's obsession with sensationalism and conflict has contributed to the polarization and tribalism that plagues American politics. He also discussed the effects of social media and the declining trust in traditional news sources.

The roundtable discussion for the episode featured journalist and author Fareed Zakaria, comedian and host of The Daily Show Trevor Noah, and political commentator and former advisor to Barack Obama, Jehmu Greene. Maher and his guests discussed topics such as the controversy surrounding Joe Biden, the upcoming Democratic debates, and the situation in Iran.

The episode also featured a segment where Maher visited the University of California, Berkeley to speak with students about political correctness and free speech. Maher argued that the emphasis on avoiding offending anyone has gone too far and is inhibiting meaningful conversation and debate.

Overall, the June 14 episode of Real Time with Bill Maher covered a range of current events and political topics, with a focus on the upcoming presidential election and the state of the media and free speech in America. Maher's guests provided diverse perspectives, with differing opinions and ideas for the future of the country.