The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert
Episodes
Usher | Watch This Space
12 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The country is still shocked by the assassination of Charlie Kirk, the U.S. military tried to shoot down an object that could be advanced alien techno...
Jennifer Aniston (Extended) | Fools Russian
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Donald Trump’s glib response to a Russian drone attack on Poland did not inspire confidence, the president ate dinner in public to demonstrate how s...
Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor | In Deep Doodle
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Trump’s GOP allies are trying to deny the existence of the Epstein birthday note even after it was released by the House Oversight Committee, and Su...
Cillian Murphy | The Late Show's 10th Anniversary
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stephen Colbert hasn’t aged a day in ten years, the name of the Department of Defense was too woke for President Trump, Americans finally got a glim...
Carmelo Anthony
08 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Olympic gold medalist and NBA Hall of Famer Carmelo Anthony gets decimated by returning champion Stephen Colbert in an epic hoops battle on the Ed Sul...
Meanwhile | Croc Collection
07 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Meanwhile… Science has proven onions to be dangerous for cats, a viral video features two rats fighting on a New York City subway platform, Talking ...
NPR CEO Katherine Maher (Extended)
06 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Katherine Maher, the President and CEO of NPR, joins Stephen to talk about the impact of the devastating funding cuts pushed by President Trump and en...
Drew Barrymore | What The Health?!
05 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Vaccines are becoming harder to obtain thanks to RFK Jr.’s dismantling of the CDC, the state of Florida is moving to end all vaccine mandates, and P...
Jamie Lee Curtis | Deploy Vey
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stephen Colbert stands up for America’s second city, President Trump is jealous that China’s president got to hang out with Putin and Kim Jong Un,...
John Oliver | Troops, He Did It Again
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Contrary to the rumors on social media, President Trump is alive and spending his time blaming artificial intelligence and landscaping contractors whe...
Intro Rewind: Will Ferrell (Extended)
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stephen Colbert capped off another week of exclusive podcast introductions this past February with this preamble to the EXTENDED cut of Will Ferrell's...
Intro Rewind: Neil Young
01 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stephen and his producer Becca kept rocking in the free world in last May's podcast introduction about corn costumes and Martin guitars when they pull...
Intro Rewind: Father Guido Sarducci
31 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're rewinding back to some of our favorite exclusive introductions to memorable Late Show moments, like this conversation from May about comedy lege...
Intro Rewind: Julia Roberts
30 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Colbert jumped on the podcast in July for 'Celebrity Boss' - Part Two to further reveal what life is like in the limelight. Rewind yourself to last ni...
Intro Rewind: Adrien Brody
29 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tonight we're rewinding back to everyone's favorite Late Show Pod Show game, 'Celebrity Boss' - Part One. Originally dropped in April, Stephen answere...
Intro Rewind: Cole Escola (Extended)
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stephen Colbert and his podcast sidekick talked at length in May about the history and span of Broadway (the street) before launching into Stephen's e...
Intro Rewind: First Drafts With Evie (Extended)
27 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Over the holidays this past December, Stephen talked about the onslaught of online reaction after he hosted the 2006 White House Correspondent's Dinne...
Intro Rewind: Dick Cavett
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stephen took over his own podcast yet again last summer with an exclusive introduction to a beloved Colbert Classic, his conversation with television ...
Intro Rewind: Talking Heads (Extended)
25 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stephen Colbert regaled Becca with the full story of what happened the night he didn't go see Talking Heads on their 'Stop Making Sense' tour in this ...
Intro Rewind: RuPaul's Colbert Questionert
24 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stephen went on the podcast last October for a fan-favorite story about the top dog of late night: Benny! And if you don't know his favorite sandwich,...
Intro Rewind: Suleika Jaouad (Extended)
23 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
While The Late Show's on break, The Pod Show will be looking back at some of our favorite Colbert Introductions from this season before we're back wit...
Stephen Presents: Keanu Reeves
22 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stephen plays another round of 'Late Show Vocab' to reveal the deeper meanings of workplace nicknames and lingo before examining some of life's bigges...
Stephen Presents: Band Ads
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stephen Colbert and his podcast sidekick go off on a frozen dairy tangent before raving about our multi-talented house band members, who recently star...
Stephen Presents: Dave Franco
20 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stephen Colbert explains to our podcast listeners why he threw a pedicure party for The Late Show staff in the office conference room, and actor Dave ...
Stephen Presents: Late Show Book Club | Daniel Kehlmann
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Late Show Book Club chats with Daniel Kehlmann, author of the novel, “The Director,” our July book club pick. Find out why Daniel thinks art is th...
Audience Questions | Bagel Order
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Before taping the monologue, our host will thoughtfully answer a handful of questions from the studio audience. In this podcast exclusive compilation,...
Meanwhile | World's Oldest Baby, Breast Milk Ice Cream
17 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Meanwhile... Stephen is ready to reprise his role as Stu Robison if anyone wants to make a sequel to the 2005 film, "Bewitched," a baby was born from ...
Anthony Carrigan | 'Superman'
16 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Acclaimed actor Anthony Carrigan tells Stephen about his role in the new “Superman” film and why an affliction that used to cause him shame is now...
Stephen Presents: Ocean Vuong (Extended)
15 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stephen returns to the Pod Show to play a new game showcasing the unique etymology of life at The Late Show before launching into his extended convers...
Stephen Presents: Email In-Bag with Evie II (Extended)
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stephen tells podcast listeners the secret to his favorite cocktail before introducing the extended cut of The Late Show's second installment of "Ema...
Stephen Presents: Asher Perlman's Final Dunk
13 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stephen Colbert is proud to present in this podcast-exclusive introduction: the thrilling conclusion of Late Show writer Asher Perlman's journey to le...
Stephen Presents: Joaquin Phoenix's Colbert Questionert
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stephen's back and the mics are rolling for another batch of exclusive podcast intros with our host! To kick off this summer hiatus, enjoy the longest...
Fmr. Sec. Robert Reich
11 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Former Secretary of Labor Robert Reich argues that reversing the Citizens United decision is key to reclaiming America's democracy, and that a new pro...
The Sound Of Science | Do Sloths Fart?
10 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Science-loving late night host Stephen Colbert brings you all the latest scientific developments from the world of science. To learn more about list...
Fred Armisen
09 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Acclaimed actor Fred Armisen wanted to honor the tradition of the role of Uncle Fester by including references to others, like Christopher Lloyd, who ...
Sen. Alex Padilla | Tax Me If You Can
08 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Donald Trump’s new global tariffs kicked in at midnight, the president made note of The Late Show’s ratings in an Oval Office presser, and JD Vanc...
Josh Brolin | Dinner For Schmucks
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Trump Administration officials are gathering to create a strategy for putting the Jeffrey Epstein scandal to rest, ICE is relaxing its recruiting stan...
Gov. JB Pritzker | You Can't Handle The Roof
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
President Trump appeared on the White House roof today for some reason, a new poll found everyone in the his administration is deeply unpopular, peopl...
Julia Garner | Stats All Folks
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The Smithsonian removed Donald Trump from an exhibit on presidential impeachments at the American History Museum, the president says we shouldn’t tr...
Fmr. NIH Director Dr. Francis Collins
04 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Francis Collins, the former director of the National Institutes of Health, talks about the devastating consequences of President Trump’s attack ...
Meanwhile | Harry Styles's Sex Toys
03 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Meanwhile… An orgy in the U.K. was so loud it upset the neighbors, scientists recommend people get 7,000 steps per day to stay healthy, Jennifer Lop...
Sen. Elissa Slotkin (Extended)
02 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this extended interview with Stephen Colbert, Michigan Democratic Senator Elissa Slotkin talks about the politicization of intelligence under Presi...
Vice President Kamala Harris (Extended) | Tax Or Fiction
01 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
President Trump’s tariffs are set to kick in on August 1st, school kids will soon be required to pass a new Presidential Fitness Test, the musical t...
Liam Neeson (Extended) | Carbon Omissions
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The EPA is seeking to scrap limits on greenhouse gas emissions, America’s fertility rate hit an all-time low, and the president’s son weighed in o...
Jamie Lee Curtis (Extended) | All About The Green
30 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stephen Colbert and Jamie Lee Curtis get caught in a "Freaky Tuesday." Republicans want to put President Trump’s name on The Kennedy Center, America...
Matt Rogers & Bowen Yang | Teed Off
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Scotland welcomed President Trump with protests and questions about Jeffrey Epstein, speculation is raging about what was said at a meeting between th...
Molly Gordon | 'Oh, Hi!'
28 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Acclaimed actor and director Molly Gordon reveals the sordid details of her summers at theater camp and talks about directing the new comedy, “Oh, H...
Meanwhile | Breast Milk Pays The Bills
27 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Meanwhile... Moms are selling breast milk to bodybuilders, and actress Emma Watson got caught speeding. To learn more about listener data and our p...
Leanne Morgan
26 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stand up comedian, author and actress Leanne Morgan has some advice for people seeking the long-lasting marriage. Her show "Leanne" premieres on Netfl...
Gov. Josh Shapiro | Oh Fudge
25 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
President Trump denied that the Attorney General told him his name is in the Jeffrey Epstein files, the GOP-led House voted to subpoena the files, the...
Steve Buscemi | Air Buds
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's getting hot under another heat dome, Pat Bondi said Trump's name was in the Epstein files back in May, and Trump gloats over his latest media set...
Bad Bunny (Extended) | Plane And Simple
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
President Trump is doing everything he can to distract the world from his involvement with Jeffrey Epstein, including launching attacks on former pres...
Sandra Oh | Yes We Canceled
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
For the next ten months Stephen Colbert can finally speak unvarnished truth to power, including in response to the president’s post celebrating Th...
Liza Colón-Zayas | 'The Bear'
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Actress and playwright Liza Colón-Zayas, who recently took home an Emmy Award for her performance in the hit series “The Bear,” entertains Stephe...
Meanwhile | Chimpanzee Fashion
20 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Meanwhile… Japanese researchers downloaded all of Netflix in just one second, a man was caught smuggling spiders, African chimpanzees are sporting a...
Meg Stalter | 'Too Much'
19 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Comedian and actor Meg Stalter gives a preview of what to expect from her new series, “Too Much,” which is streaming now on Netflix. To learn mo...
Sen. Adam Schiff | Feeling The Heat
18 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stephen Colbert tells his audience that the next season of “The Late Show” will be the last, and that the series will end in May 2026. A heat wave...
Owen Wilson's Colbert Questionert | File Denial
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
President Trump lashed out at supporters who want him to release Jeffrey Epstein’s client list, Stephen digs deeper into the mystery surrounding Eps...
Joaquin Phoenix | Wet Hot American Summer
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stephen Colbert is officially mustache-free, New York and New Jersey got inundated with rainfall on Monday night, the Department of Defense will soon ...
Stephen A. Smith | Settle Down
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stephen returned from vacation to learn that Paramount settled President Trump’s nuisance lawsuit for $16 million, MAGA is in full revolt against th...
Audience Questions | July 2025
14 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Every night before taping The Late Show, our host answers a handful of questions from the studio audience. In this podcast exclusive compilation, hear...
Meanwhile Rewind | Finland Loves Colbert
13 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Meanwhile... Everyone's favorite Late Show segment is a hit in Finland. (Originally aired December 2024) To learn more about listener data and our ...
Michael C. Hall
12 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Beloved actor Michael C. Hall tells Stephen how his iconic character Dexter came back to life for a new series, even though everyone definitely saw hi...
Stephen Presents: Lorde (Extended)
11 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stephen hopes his latest interview with New Zealand's biggest pop star makes up for his prankish antics he pulled the last time he was on her side of ...
Stephen Presents: Tony Gilroy
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stephen loves 'Andor' and keeping his famous friends listed as secret nicknames on his phone, and Peabody-winning writer and director Tony Gilroy says...
Stephen Presents: Julia Roberts
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Colbert jumps on the podcast to play another round of "Celebrity Boss" and reveals what life is really like in the limelight. And verified celebrity a...
Stephen Presents: Slow Horses
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stephen Colbert talks about traveling across the pond to sit down with Gary Oldman, Jack Lowden, Jonathan Pryce and Kristin Scott Thomas to discuss th...
Damson Idris
07 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Acclaimed actor Damson Idris tells Stephen about working opposite Brad Pitt and what happened when he had to yell angrily into the Oscar-winner's face...
Audience Questions Rewind: Mulch Obliged
06 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Every night before the show, our host takes a few questions from the audience. In this podcast-exclusive round up, Stephen talks candidly about his wr...
'The Bear' Rewind | Ayo Edebiri, Ebon Moss-Bachrach
05 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In honor of the fourth season of "The Bear," enjoy these interviews with Emmy-winning stars Ayo Edebiri and Ebon Moss-Bachrach! Actor and comedian Ayo...
Stephen Presents: Ryan Gosling's Colbert Questionert
04 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Various interpretations of what qualifies as 'sandwich' are accepted in The Questionert, but not all answers are scored equally by our host. Hear what...
Stephen Presents: President Jimmy Carter
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stephen gets to talk to the most powerful people in the country as host of The Late Show, among other Meat Lover's perks. Then, the 39th President of ...
Stephen Presents: Community Calendar
02 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stephen covers the origin of The Late Show Sea Captains softball team and tells the story of The Late Show's first trial episode in Monroe, Michigan i...
Stephen Presents: Cyndi Lauper
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
GRAMMY, Emmy and Tony-winning superstar Cyndi Lauper gifted Stephen a pink wig and invites the world to come see the combination of art and music that...
Kerry Condon | 'F1'
30 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Oscar-nominated actress Kerry Condon gives Stephen a peek behind the scenes of the production for her new film, "F1," where she shares a romantic mome...
What's Going On Over There | Lifeguard Dog
29 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
American television host Stephen Colbert checks in on the world in his long-running international news segment, "What's Going On Over There?" Origina...
Idris Elba (Extended)
28 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Acclaimed actor Idris Elba is passionate about his side gig as a world-famous DJ who played Coachella this year. His latest film, "Heads of State," is...
Stephen Presents: Late Show Book Club | 'Orbital'
27 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Late Show Book Club chats with Samantha Harvey, author of the Booker Prize-winning novel, "Orbital," our June book club pick. Find out which book Harv...
Clarissa Ward | A Mayor Development
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani won a stunning victory in New York City’s mayoral primary, beating disgraced former governor Andrew Cuomo. Elsew...
John Cena | Keepin' It 100°
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
President Trump expressed frustration over continued fighting between Israel and Iran after he announced a ceasefire deal, new intelligence suggests t...
Zohran Mamdani & Brad Lander (Extended)
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The president announced America’s bunker-busting attack on Iran in a strange late night speech, after approving the strike based on “a feeling” ...
Sen. Tammy Duckworth
23 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Democratic Illinois Senator Tammy Duckworth argues that the money spent on President Trump's birthday parade could have been put to better use, fundin...
Meanwhile | Gen Z Loves Pickles
22 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Meanwhile... A cute baby raccoon was rescued from bad weather in Massachusetts, the hottest new food flavor is dill pickle, and a restaurant on Long I...
Rep. Maxwell Frost (Extended)
21 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Florida Congressman Maxwell Frost tells Stephen why Governor Ron DeSantis is acting more extreme than ever, and why unlawful ICE detentions are tear...
Paul Simon (Extended) | It's Not The Heat, It's The Stupidity
20 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The president tried to halt observances of the Juneteenth holiday but Americans celebrated anyway, the FDA is scrapping guidelines on daily alcohol li...
Allison Williams | Will He Or War He?!
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
President Trump is focused on redecorating the White House while the world waits to know if he will bomb Iran, Israel’s prime minister freaked out t...
Nate Bargatze | OMG7
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
President Trump appears ready to officially enter the Israel-Iran war, you can tell the Pentagon is on a war footing because of all the pizza they ord...
Mariska Hargitay | Tanks For Nothing
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
President Trump’s birthday parade featured low turnout and squeaky tanks, the champagne was flowing over at Fox News, and over five million American...
Eva Victor | "Sorry, Baby"
16 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Writer and director Eva Victor nerds out with Stephen Colbert over their Chicago improv comedy roots, then tells our host how they came to write, dire...
Meanwhile | Sound of Science: Antique Condom
15 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Meanwhile... America's sweetheart Kristin Chenoweth gave new meaning to the term "fur baby," a hungry elephant gently broke into a grocery store for a...
First Drafts Father's Day 2025
14 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stephen and Evie Colbert go searching for the perfect Father's Day card. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://...
John C. Reilly | Drama King
13 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
President Trump’s birthday parade may be scuttled by bad weather, fans of democracy are planning “No Kings” marches for this Saturday, a group o...
Colman Domingo | Flaw Enforcement
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
California Governor Gavin Newsom warned that President Trump plans to send troops to any state he perceives as an enemy, ICE raided a major meatpackin...
Nicolle Wallace | The Fascist And The Furious
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
President Trump claims he’s not throwing himself a birthday parade, he sent Marines to Los Angeles in a major escalation of his attack on the city’...
William Shatner & Neil deGrasse Tyson | On Thin ICE
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Los Angeles residents pushed back against President Trump’s authoritarian immigration raids this past weekend after White House Deputy Chief of Staf...
Cristin Milioti | "The Penguin"
09 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Accomplished actor Cristin Milioti bonds with Stephen over their shared love of Joni Mitchell and "Jesus Christ Superstar," and she shares the joy she...
Meanwhile | Are Men Ok?
08 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Meanwhile... A nun is going viral for her dope beatboxing skills, the Colorado Rockies are making history for the wrong reasons, and a study claims th...
North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein
07 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
North Carolina Governor Josh Stein shares an update on his state’s recovery from the devastation left by Hurricane Helene, and warns that President ...
Cynthia Erivo | Bitter X's
06 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
A full-scale flame war has broken out between the world’s most famous besties causing their former buddy Kanye West to wade into the fray, and an in...
Mark Hamill | Commander In Beef
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After he was booted from the White House, Elon Musk called President Trump’s budget bill a “disgusting abomination,” Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene...