Real Time with Bill Maher Season 17 Episode 2

Ep 2. January 25, 2019

  • TV-MA
  • January 25, 2019
  • 55 min
  • 6.6  (59)

On January 25, 2019, Real Time with Bill Maher aired its second episode of season 17. Known for its satirical and insightful commentary on politics, the show once again tackled controversial topics with a comedic twist.

The episode's opening monologue saw Bill Maher address the current government shutdown, which was then in its 35th day, making it the longest shutdown in American history. Maher criticized President Donald Trump for his handling of the situation and offered his thoughts on the possibility of a compromise. He also took aim at the media for their coverage of the shutdown and their treatment of the two sides involved.

Maher then welcomed his first guest of the night, conservative commentator Ben Shapiro. The conversation between the two men was tense but respectful, with Maher pushing back against some of Shapiro's views on issues such as climate change, immigration, and abortion. The two also discussed the state of free speech in America and the recent controversy surrounding the Covington Catholic High School boys.

Next up was a panel discussion featuring journalist and author Rebecca Traister, former Republican strategist Steve Schmidt, and comedian and actress Whitney Cummings. The group tackled a variety of topics, including the government shutdown, the ongoing investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election, and the #MeToo movement. The panel also offered their thoughts on the upcoming 2020 presidential election and speculated on who might emerge as the Democratic nominee.

The final segment of the show saw Maher bringing back one of his most popular segments: "New Rules." In this installment, Maher took aim at the trend of "taking offense" and played devil's advocate to explore the merits of some of the more controversial statements and behaviors that have caused outrage in recent years. Maher also offered some advice for those who find themselves being offended too easily.

Overall, the January 25 episode of Real Time with Bill Maher was a thought-provoking and entertaining exploration of some of the most pressing issues facing America today. Maher's sharp wit and willingness to tackle difficult topics head-on make his show a must-watch for anyone interested in politics and current events.

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  • First Aired
    January 25, 2019
  • Content Rating
    TV-MA
  • Runtime
    55 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    6.6  (59)