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S2·E10 Patents

Core Aired April 19, 2015
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Synopsis

For inventors, patents are an essential protection against theft. But when patent trolls abuse the system by stockpiling patents and threatening lawsuits, businesses are forced to shell out tons of money. Also, CNN produced an actual doomsday video to broadcast when the world is ending and it’s incredibly dull. We've enlisted Martin Sheen to help make humanity’s final moments happier!

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 2 Episode 10 of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver air?

Season 2, Episode 10 ('Patents') originally aired on April 19, 2015.

How long is Season 2 Episode 10 ('Patents')?

The episode follows the standard broadcast runtime for Last Week Tonight with John Oliver.

What happens in Last Week Tonight with John Oliver Season 2 Episode 10?

For inventors, patents are an essential protection against theft. But when patent trolls abuse the system by stockpiling patents and threatening lawsuits, businesses are forced to shell out tons of money. Also, CNN produced an actual doomsday video to broadcast when the world is ending and it’s incr...

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