The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert

CNN's Audie Cornish | O.M.G.D.P.

27 Jan 2023

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President Biden may get some credit for the 2.9% increase in America’s GDP last quarter, Meta announced some guardrails around the former president’...

Brett Goldstein | Tank You For Being A Friend

26 Jan 2023

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America gifted Abrams tanks to Ukraine on their leader Volodymyr Zelensky’s birthday, the former president backed his VP Mike Pence against attacks ...

Jason Segel | Trial By File

25 Jan 2023

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Apparently everybody in the U.S. government has classified documents laying around their houses. Elsewhere, more people who participated in the Jan 6 ...

Nathan Lane (Extended Cut) | Hide and Joe Seek

24 Jan 2023

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The FBI found more classified documents in President Biden’s home, Rep. George Santos may have lied about starring in the TV show, “Hannah Montana...

Stephanie Hsu (Extended Cut)

23 Jan 2023

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“Everything Everywhere All at Once” star Stephanie Hsu makes her late night television debut on The Late Show and shares a quote from Courtney Lov...

Meanwhile | Text Messages From Your Dog

22 Jan 2023

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Meanwhile… Stephen wonders why the group One Million Moms is mad about the TV show, “Firebuds,” and looks forward to the day when his dog Benny ...

Comedian Atsuko Okatsuka

21 Jan 2023

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Stand-up comedian Atsuko Okatsuka launched a global social media sensation called the Drop Challenge after being inspired by the beat drop in Beyoncé...

Rep. Adam Kinzinger | Handing Over The Kiwis

20 Jan 2023

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Stephen pays tribute to New Zealand’s departing Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, checks in on the latest lies from Rep. George Santos, and wonders if ...

Trevor Noah | A Doggone Liar

19 Jan 2023

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Stephen looks into the latest horrible accusations about Rep. George Santos, and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene snagged a key committee assignment in the...

Jesse Eisenberg | Bump, Set, Psych

18 Jan 2023

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Professional liar George Santos is following the example set by the former president, and the man some people think could be the Republican presidenti...

Hugh Jackman (Extended Cut) | Files & Tribulations

17 Jan 2023

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More classified documents were found at President Biden’s residence, prompting House GOP members to demand access to visitor logs. Elsewhere in Wash...

Comedian Tom Papa

16 Jan 2023

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Comedian Tom Papa returns to The Late Show to tell Stephen what he’s looking forward to in the new year, and why he’s light years ahead of Gyllenh...

Meanwhile… Gov’t ID Needed For Adult Websites In LA | Guinness Raises Pint Prices In Ireland

15 Jan 2023

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Meanwhile… People in Louisiana now need to show proof of age to access adult content online, a pigeon wearing a backpack was caught smuggling meth i...

Jeremy Pope (Extended Cut)

14 Jan 2023

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Two-time Tony nominee Jeremy Pope tells Stephen about the rigorous training he went through to prepare for his role as a Marine in his celebrated new ...

Danai Gurira | Doc of Shame

13 Jan 2023

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President Biden spoke out for the first time today about the discovery of classified documents at his private office and residence, and con man George...

Janelle Monáe (Extended Cut) | All Systems No

12 Jan 2023

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Members of the House GOP went on Fox News last night to boast about the diversity of the party, Rep. George Santos refuses to resign despite being out...

Prince Harry, The Duke of Sussex (Extended Cut)

11 Jan 2023

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C’mon Joe! Classified documents from Biden’s time as VP were found in his private office and promptly returned to the National Archives, and Dr. D...

Tom Hanks (Extended Cut) | Squeaker Of The House

10 Jan 2023

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The former president appeared to help Kevin McCarthy win the Speaker’s gavel on the 15th round of voting, and former presidential advisor Steve Bann...

Jessie Buckley (Extended Cut)

09 Jan 2023

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Jessie Buckley returns to The Late Show to tell Stephen about her new film, “Women Talking,” which is based on the true story of crimes committed ...

Meanwhile… Ohio Bans Gas Station Heroin | Masturbating Walrus Ruins New Year’s Eve

08 Jan 2023

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Meanwhile… Ohioans can no longer buy a drug known as “gas station heroin,” and a U.K. town canceled their fireworks show on New Year’s Eve bec...

Quinta Brunson

07 Jan 2023

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Emmy Award-winning writer and actor Quinta Brunson tells Stephen she was a good student when growing up in Philadelphia, but she gained her love for f...

Chris Wallace | Desperate House-Guy

06 Jan 2023

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Stephen offers a theory about why Kevin McCarthy continues to subject himself to losing floor votes in his fight to become Speaker, and the Republican...

Shania Twain | House Of The Drag On

05 Jan 2023

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Kevin McCarthy continued his quest to become Speaker of the House despite losing vote after vote, and residents of Oregon can now legally trip on mush...

Michelle Obama Takes The Colbert Questionert | Kevin & Hell

04 Jan 2023

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The House of Representatives adjourned for the day without electing Rep. Kevin McCarthy as Speaker, while new Congressman George Santos has told so ma...

Journalist Maria Ressa

03 Jan 2023

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Journalist and Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Ressa discusses the insights about Democracy and freedom contained in her latest book, “How to Stand U...

Lily Collins

02 Jan 2023

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Lily Collins makes her first visit to The Late Show to dish on what it’s like living in Paris for months at a time, and to bond with our host over t...

Cyborgasm | Dogs Play Video Games

01 Jan 2023

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Tech-savvy late night host Stephen Colbert offers a glimpse into the future where dogs enjoy playing video games and people use special shoes to walk ...

Stephen's New Years Confessions | Colbert Classic

31 Dec 2022

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Stephen Colbert starts the new year with a clean slate in this classic edition of Midnight Confessions. To learn more about listener data and our pr...

Sarah Polley

30 Dec 2022

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Actress, writer and director Sarah Polley joins Stephen to share some details about her latest film, “Women Talking,” and the personal journey she...

Eddie Izzard

29 Dec 2022

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Emmy-winner and TONY-nominee Eddie Izzard tells Stephen about studying Richard Pryor for inspiration for her performance in her new one-person stage s...

John Oliver's Community Calendar | Colbert Classic

28 Dec 2022

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John Oliver helped Stephen look into what was happening in John's English hometown, Bedford in this classic edition of Community Calendar. To learn ...

Audience Questions [Exclusive] | Colbert's Favorite Interview

27 Dec 2022

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Every night before taping the show, our host takes a few questions from the audience. In this never-before-heard podcast exclusive, Stephen describes ...

Will Ferrell Helps Stephen Answer Real Questions From Real Kids

26 Dec 2022

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With kids spending more time at home in 2020, parents realized that they ask A LOT of questions. So Stephen called up his friend Will "Santa Claus" Fe...

Meanwhile… BTS Star Jin Joins The Army | Vagina On A Chip

25 Dec 2022

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Meanwhile… K-pop superstar Jin from BTS has enlisted in his country’s army, and scientists have designed something called “vagina on a chip.” ...

Late Show First Drafts With Evie Colbert | Holiday Cards 2020

24 Dec 2022

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As talented as they are, the people who write greeting cards don't always nail it on the first try. Join Stephen and Evie Colbert in the Ed Sullivan s...

Comedian Josh Johnson

23 Dec 2022

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Comedian and podcast host Josh Johnson makes his Late Show stand-up debut. Catch Josh’s podcast, “The Josh Johnson Show,” every Thursday whereve...

Big Furry Hat: Holiday Edition | Colbert Classic

22 Dec 2022

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From this moment on, no one is allowed to put out a Christmas album if they've had more than three arrests for cocaine. To learn more about listener...

Jon Stewart (June 2020) | Colbert Classic

21 Dec 2022

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Jon Stewart emerged from the drawers of Stephen's at-home desk via Zoom in June 2020 with advice from 1918, thoughts on the former president's handlin...

A Very Goldblum Christmas

20 Dec 2022

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The wait is over! Jeff Goldblum’s long-awaited Christmas album is here, and it’s unlike any holiday compilation you’ve heard before.   To le...

Chef José Andrés and Carlota, Inés and Lucía Andrés

19 Dec 2022

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Our favorite Spanish chef returns to treat Stephen to slices of the finest ham on the planet, with his three amazing daughters in tow! Watch Chef José...

Meanwhile… Pantone’s Color of the Year | Macron Makes Condoms Free In France

18 Dec 2022

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Meanwhile… Viva Magenta is the shade to watch in 2023, and everyone under age 25 can now get condoms for free in France. To learn more about liste...

"A Very Cold War Christmas" | A Late Show Animated Holiday Classic

17 Dec 2022

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It's Christmas Eve, and after Vladimir Putin demands Ukraine for Christmas, Santa must defend the North Pole against a Russian invasion. President Bid...

Anderson Cooper & Andy Cohen | Cards Against Our Sanity

16 Dec 2022

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The former president is jumping into the red-hot NFT market with his own trading card line, the current president doesn’t think he’s too old to ru...

Emily Blunt Takes The Colbert Questionert | Wrong Desantis

15 Dec 2022

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Florida’s governor once promoted Covid-19 vaccines, but now wants to investigate them. As Tesla’s share price sinks, Elon Musk is no longer the wo...

RuPaul | Keep Calm and Marry On

14 Dec 2022

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Drag queens were in attendance at The White House today to celebrate the signing of the Respect For Marriage Act, and leaked messages reveal 34 GOP me...

Common | Watch This Space

13 Dec 2022

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Stephen celebrates NASA’s successful lunar orbit, puzzles over Marjorie Taylor Greene’s speech to New York’s Young Republicans, and looks at the...

Kumail Nanjiani (Extended Cut)

12 Dec 2022

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Kumail Nanjiani has several “Lord of the Rings” action figures, but his collection pales in comparison to our host’s. Check out his show, “Wel...

Meanwhile… Stephen Tries “Pilk” | Put Mayo In Your Eggnog

11 Dec 2022

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Meanwhile… A man’s wedding proposal on a boat in Florida goes sideways, Stephen Colbert tries the unholy combination of Pepsi and milk, Uber is se...

Tennis Superstar Naomi Osaka

10 Dec 2022

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Four-time Grand Slam tennis champion Naomi Osaka drops by for a fascinating interview covering some of her favorite things to do in New York, how she ...

Alicia Keys | Hoops, There She Is!

09 Dec 2022

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Brittney Griner was transferred to American custody today in exchange for a Russian known as the “Death Merchant,” and Stephen supports striking N...

Mariah Carey Takes The Colbert Questionert | Walker Texas Loser

08 Dec 2022

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With Raphael Warnock’s win in Georgia, Democrats have secured a 51-49 majority in the Senate. In San Francisco, Elon Musk is making Twitter employee...

Red, White & Greenland | Warnock Gonna Take It

07 Dec 2022

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Voters went to the polls in Georgia today to decide whether Sen. Raphael Warnock or Herschel Walker will be their next Senator, and the family of a fa...

John David Washington | Yes Oui Can

06 Dec 2022

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The first couple of late night made a glamorous entrance at President Biden’s first state dinner at the White House, and in completely unrelated new...

Rob Delaney On Living Through Grief (Extended Cut)

05 Dec 2022

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Comedian and author Rob Delaney joins Stephen for a soul-baring discussion of his family’s journey through grief following the loss of his toddler s...

Meanwhile… ‘Gaslighting’ Is The Word Of The Year | The World’s Oldest Cat

04 Dec 2022

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Meanwhile… Merriam-Webster chose ‘gaslighting’ as their top world of the year, the folks at Hidden Valley Ranch have created this holiday season...

Gabrielle Union Is A Mom Who Causes Heartache In “The Inspection”

03 Dec 2022

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The fabulous Gabrielle Union returns to The Late Show to discuss her new film, “The Inspection,” and the challenge of playing a mother whose unkin...

Jon Krasinski | Tweetle-Dumb

02 Dec 2022

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Elon Musk’s new rules for Twitter have allowed Covid misinformation back on the platform, as well as previously-banned users like Rep. Marjorie Tayl...

Secretary Janet Yellen (Extended Cut) | Conspira-See Ya!

01 Dec 2022

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The founder of the Oath Keepers and several associates were convicted on charges related to planning the Jan 6th insurrection, and the Respect For Mar...

Sally Field (Extended Cut) | Kicking And Screaming

30 Nov 2022

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The U.S. advanced in the World Cup tournament today with a win against Iran, China’s government used Twitter bots to suppress information about prot...

CNN's Don Lemon | Erupt To No Good

29 Nov 2022

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The former president claims he didn’t recognize a known white supremacist who tagged along when Kanye West visited Mar-a-Lago, and Georgia Senate ca...

"The Crown" Star Elizabeth Debicki (Extended Cut)

28 Nov 2022

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Elizabeth Debicki, who finds herself in the spotlight as fans and critics applaud her work as Princess Diana in “The Crown,” shares one of the sec...

Meanwhile… Belgium Has Too Much Cocaine | Musk Down $100 Billion In 2022

27 Nov 2022

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Meanwhile… Belgium is having trouble getting rid of all the cocaine authorities have seized this year, and Twitter CEO Elon Musk’s net worth has d...

Paul Dano On “The Fabelmans”

26 Nov 2022

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Actor Paul Dano stars as the father in Steven Spielberg’s semi-autobiographical film, “The Fabelmans,” which is in theaters now. Stick around fo...

Ina Garten (Extended Cut)

25 Nov 2022

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Beloved Food Network star Ina Garten returned to The Late Show to discuss her highly-anticipated new cookbook, "Go-To Dinners: A Barefoot Contessa Coo...

Jake Gyllenhaal | Pay Per Chew

24 Nov 2022

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Stephen enlists the team at “NCIS: Los Angeles” to help solve the mystery of who sells the best knitting supplies in all of Cleveland. The answer:...

Cate Blanchett Takes The Colbert Questionert | Messi Situation

23 Nov 2022

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Rainbow-wearing fans have been refused entry to the World Cup games in Qatar, and the state of New York needs to figure out what to do with a massive ...

Daniel Craig | Counsel Culture

22 Nov 2022

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Stephen learns about Jack Smith, the special prosecutor who may bring an indictment against the former president. Elsewhere, FIFA’s decision to hold...

“PICKLED” Champions Phil Keoghan & Dierks Bentley

21 Nov 2022

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Phil Keoghan, the Emmy-winning host of “The Amazing Race,” and multi-platinum Country music superstar Dierks Bentley share the secret to how they ...

Meanwhile | Rats Have Rhythm, Why Daylight Saving Time Is Bad For You

20 Nov 2022

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Meanwhile... A study on rats showed they love grooving to Michael Jackson and Lady Gaga, and there’s new information indicating that Daylight Saving...

Michael Shannon On Portraying Country Music Icon George Jones

19 Nov 2022

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He delivers a riveting portrayal of George Jones in the upcoming Showtime limited series, "George & Tammy," but actor Michael Shannon didn't know any ...

Michelle Williams | Fool House

18 Nov 2022

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Rep. Kevin McCarthy is presumed to be the next Speaker of the House, where he may face frequent headaches from the likes of Marjorie Taylor Greene. Mc...

Tig Notaro | Déjà Boo

17 Nov 2022

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The former president’s campaign announcement was roundly panned as “boring” and “low energy,” and the changes at Twitter made it hard for us...

Jon Stewart | Lake News

16 Nov 2022

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Election denying Republican Kari Lake lost her bid to become governor of Arizona, and the former president’s social media posts hint at his motivati...

First Lady Michelle Obama (Extended Cut) | How 'Bout Dem Apples?

15 Nov 2022

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Republicans continue to play the blame game after disappointing results in the midterms, and companies like Eli Lilly are furious with Twitter after j...

Author George Saunders

14 Nov 2022

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Stephen welcomes one of his favorite authors, George Saunders, back to The Late Show to discuss his writing process and his latest book, “Liberation...

Meanwhile… Don’t Lick Poisonous Toads! | Americans Slim Down Thanksgiving Plans

13 Nov 2022

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Meanwhile… The National Parks Service is asking visitors to please stop licking toads to get high, and due to high food prices many folks are planni...

"Ghosts" Star Rose McIver (Extended Cut)

12 Nov 2022

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Rose McIver, star of the hit comedy "Ghosts" on CBS, makes her first visit to The Late Show and tells Stephen about the menagerie of animals her paren...

Emily Blunt | Blame On You

11 Nov 2022

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The former president’s failure to boost GOP candidates in the midterms has former friends like Fox News and The Wall Street Journal calling him name...

Bono Takes The Colbert Questionert | May The Fetterman Win

10 Nov 2022

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While the former president is taking heat for backing losing candidates in the midterms, he prefers to blame his wife. In Georgia, neither Senate cand...

John Dickerson | LIVE Midterm Election Coverage

09 Nov 2022

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Stephen goes LIVE to deliver up-to-the-minute election results and up-to-the-minute election denials, with help from The Late Show’s senior election...

John Oliver (Extended Cut) | Poll-ercoaster

08 Nov 2022

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With races coming down to the wire, pollsters seem unable to predict the results of the midterm elections and candidates like Florida’s governor are...

Sec. Ernest Moniz: President Xi Should Be Telling Putin, "Don't Cross That Line"

07 Nov 2022

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Former Secretary of Energy Ernest Moniz returns to The Late Show to help Stephen make sense of the nuclear threat posed by Russia as Vladimir Putin th...

Meanwhile | Scientists Study The Clitoris, Mariah Carey Says "It's Time"

06 Nov 2022

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Meanwhile... Stephen celebrates a scientific breakthrough in the study of the clitoris, and takes issue with a holiday announcement from Mariah Carey....

James Taylor Takes The Colbert Questionert

05 Nov 2022

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If you don't know his favorite sandwich, or the one song he could listen to for the rest of his life, do you really know James Taylor? Find out what m...

Bono (Extended Cut) | State Of The Union Station

04 Nov 2022

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Hey youths! Want Stephen Colbert to follow you on TikTok? Here’s what to do: GO VOTE, then post a TikTok of yourself with your “I Voted” sticker...

Sen. Elizabeth Warren | A Lotto Stuff

03 Nov 2022

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Stories falsely claiming that America’s voting machines are connected to the internet are a top narrative on Twitter as the midterms approach, and t...

Matthew Perry | Against All Oz

02 Nov 2022

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Pennsylvania Senate candidate Dr. Oz thinks that state touches the Atlantic ocean, our friend Taylor Swift set a record on the Billboard Hot 100 chart...

Jennifer Hudson | Trick Or Tweet?

01 Nov 2022

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Use of hate speech spiked on Twitter following Elon Musk’s takeover, President Obama is setting hearts aflutter on the campaign trail, and Brazil’...

The 1619 Project's Nikole Hannah-Jones

31 Oct 2022

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Pulitzer Prize-winning New York Times reporter and creator of The 1619 Project, Nikole Hannah-Jones, explains what the project is all about and gives ...

Meanwhile… Your Last McRib | People Hate Commuting

30 Oct 2022

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Meanwhile… Fans of the McRib sandwich have less than a month to get their fix before it disappears again, the season finale of “Doctor Who” deli...

George R.R. Martin (Extended): “I Wish I Had A Dragon I Could Fly To The Kremlin”

29 Oct 2022

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Stephen Colbert’s full extended interview with “The Rise of the Dragon” author George R.R. Martin includes fascinating insights about his proces...

Kerry Washington | Yeezy Come, Yeezy Go

28 Oct 2022

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After much thought and soul searching, Stephen Colbert finally banned Kanye West from The Late Show and canceled all of their planned collaborations. ...

Aubrey Plaza (Extended) | Debate & Switch

27 Oct 2022

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Dr. Oz took a pecuilar stance on abortion right during his debate against John Fetterman in Pennsylvania last night, and another woman has shared her ...

Eddie Redmayne | Barack The Vote

26 Oct 2022

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Former President Barack Obama dropped a video to encourage young people to vote, the U.K.’s new prime minister is the wealthiest person ever to hold...

Sec. Pete Buttigieg (Extended) | Third Prime's The Charm

25 Oct 2022

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Stephen learns the name of the U.K.’s new Prime Minister, looks at the latest lies from Georgia Senate candidate Herschel Walker, and shares video o...

Audience Questions [Exclusive] | Artichoke Relish

24 Oct 2022

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Every night before the show, our host takes a few questions from the audience. In this never-before-heard podcast exclusive, Stephen offers extensive ...

Meanwhile | Carnival Fines Rowdy Cruisers, Wall Street Ketamine Therapy

23 Oct 2022

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Meanwhile... Passengers on Carnival cruise ships can now be fined for rowdy behavior, and traders on Wall Street are flocking to legal ketamine therap...

How-Tooo-Weeeen: Pumpkin Carving | Colbert Classic

22 Oct 2022

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Stephen takes a look at the world of new design possibilities that have opened up now that power tools are part of this sacred holiday tradition. To...

Wendell Pierce On The Timeless Themes Of Inequality In "Death of a Salesman"

21 Oct 2022

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Wendell Pierce stars in a new Broadway production of "Death of a Salesman," in which his character Willy Loman is African American, serving to heighte...

Rep. Ocasio-Cortez And Stephen Eat Ben & Jerry's | Colbert Classic

20 Oct 2022

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In honor of the upcoming midterm elections, here's Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez in 2019 telling Stephen about her first few weeks in Congress over a ...