Last Week Tonight with John Oliver Season 6 Episode 16

Ep 16. June 23, 2019

  • TV-MA
  • June 23, 2019
  • 29 min
  • 8.0  (293)

Last Week Tonight with John Oliver season 6 episode 16 is an insightful and comedic take on current events that aired on June 23, 2019. In the episode, John Oliver takes on various topics, including the crisis at the US-Mexico border and the challenges facing the Mount Everest climbing industry.

The episode begins with a segment on the recent controversy surrounding the detention of migrant children in the US. Oliver highlights the horrid conditions in which these children are being held and the stress and trauma they experience. In particular, he highlights the lack of proper medical care and the inadequate housing facilities. Oliver also criticizes the hypocrisy of the Trump administration in their rhetoric towards immigrants, citing the mistreatment of children as evidence.

The episode then shifts focus to an investigation into the Mount Everest climbing industry. Oliver critiques the aggressive tactics used by tour agencies to bring climbers to the summit, and the dangerous overcrowding that results. He also highlights the environmental impact of climbing on the mountain, such as the littering and pollution that is left behind. Oliver interviews a former Everest climber who recounts his experience and discusses the thrill-seeking mentality that drives many to attempt the climb, often with fatal consequences.

The episode also features a humorous segment on the ways in which politicians exploit and manipulate social media to gain attention and influence. Oliver uses examples from both the US and abroad to illustrate the creativity and nastiness of online political campaigns. He also demonstrates the ways in which social media algorithms add to the echo chamber effect and contribute to the spread of fake news.

The final segment of the episode addresses the issue of rehabilitating prisoners in the US. Oliver interviews a former inmate who speaks about the challenges and obstacles that ex-convicts face in re-entering society, such as difficulty finding employment and discrimination from prospective landlords. Oliver calls out the system for failing to provide adequate resources for rehabilitation and cites the success of alternative approaches in other countries.

Overall, the episode offers a broad range of perspectives on current events, highlighting social and political issues that need urgent attention. With his characteristic wit and keen insight, John Oliver takes a critical look at some of the most pressing issues facing the US and the world today.

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  • First Aired
    June 23, 2019
  • Content Rating
    TV-MA
  • Runtime
    29 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    8.0  (293)