Last Week Tonight With John Oliver Episode 22

Okay, let's talk about Last Week Tonight. Specifically, Episode 22. Last week's episode. You know, the one everyone was talking about?

Or maybe not talking about. That's the problem, isn't it? Everyone's always on to the next outrage. We forget what happened last Tuesday.

The Topic No One Remembers (Probably)

So, what even was the main topic? Was it nuclear waste? Or maybe infrastructure? My memory is a sieve, frankly.

John Oliver yells about something important. Then I immediately think about pizza. It's a vicious cycle.

Honestly, it all blends together. He does these deep dives. But I just remember the funny graphics and the weird sound effects.

Here's my unpopular opinion. I think every episode is good. Even the ones about niche topics.

Yes, some are more engaging than others. But the research is always impressive. And Oliver's writers are hilarious.

I even like the deep dives into things I don't care about. Like, agricultural subsidies. Who knew that could be funny?

Okay, maybe "funny" isn't the right word. Informative and slightly terrifying? Yeah, that sounds about right.

It's the smaller segments that really get me. The ones sprinkled in between the main topic.

Remember the ones where they mock local news? Or those weird advertisements that exist only on late night TV?

Those are comedic gold. Pure, unadulterated comedic gold.

Also, the recurring jokes are great. The running gags that pop up every few episodes. They're a gift that keeps on giving.

Okay, maybe I'm biased. I admit it. I enjoy John Oliver's rants.

I love his commitment to yelling about important issues. Even when those issues are incredibly boring on the surface.

He makes me feel like I'm learning something. Even if I forget it five minutes later.

And let's be honest, he's funny. Like, actually funny. Not just "politically correct" funny.

Here's the thing. I can't remember the specifics of Episode 22. I am so sorry. But I'm sure it was good.

I'm sure it was well-researched. And I'm sure it made me slightly more informed and slightly more terrified.

And isn't that what Last Week Tonight is all about? Entertaining us while simultaneously making us question everything?

So, yeah, Episode 22 was probably great. Or at least, good enough. I'll just assume the best.

Now, if you'll excuse me, I'm going to go watch some cute animal videos to balance out all the existential dread.

Maybe Last Week Tonight should do an episode about cute animal videos. Now that's a topic I can get behind.

But seriously, John, if you're reading this (unlikely, but a girl can dream), keep doing what you're doing. I will keep watching!