Mrs. Obama has declined to attend Donald Trump’s inauguration, where Speaker Johnson pledged to fly flags at full mast. Elsewhere in Washington, the Coca-Cola company gifted Trump a special commemorative bottle, and two of his cabinet nominees faced scrutiny in Congressional confirmation hearings. To promote the second season of “Severance,” actor Adam Scott and his cast-mates worked a three hour shift inside a glass cubicle set up in Grand Central Terminal, as New York commuters gawked and snapped photos. “Severance” premieres this Friday on AppleTV+. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Village People are set to perform at one of Donald Trump’s inaugural balls, special prosecutor Jack Smith says Trump could have been convicted for insurrection, Democratic Senators grilled Secretary of Defense nominee Pete Hegseth about his problematic behavior, and the bathrooms at Starbucks are now for paying customers only. In his new memoir, “In Gad We Trust,” actor Josh Gad shares some of the surreal experiences he had after moving to Los Angeles to pursue a career in Hollywood. Josh’s new memoir, “In Gad We Trust,” is available now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Americans have donated over $50M to help Los Angeles residents recover from the devastating wildfires, President-elect Donald Trump wants to acquire Greenland without paying for it, President Biden bestowed Pope Francis with America’s highest honor, and Stephen checks in on the tennis action at the Australian Open. Next up, MSNBC national security expert Jeremy Bash joins Stephen to discuss the implications of the U.S. government’s looming ban on Tiktok. And before beloved actor David Schwimmer got famous as part of the cast of “Friends,” he went to college at Northwestern alongside Stephen Colbert, and the two performed improv together in a group called No Fun Mud Piranhas. Watch “Goosebumps: The Vanishing” now on Disney+. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

95-year-old Oscar-nominated actor June Squibb ignored her director's advice and insisted on doing her own stunts while filming the new action comedy, "Thelma," which is streaming now on Hulu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile... Someone is leaving plates of peeled bananas on a random street in the U.K., the Girl Scouts are retiring two flavors of their namesake cookies, and Stephen looks into Gen Z's obsession with pickles and pickle-flavored products. Next up, Stephen Colbert examines all the latest updates from the world of science in everyone's favorite science-focused segment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Legendary actress Isabella Rossellini joins Stephen to talk about her role as a nun in the new film, “Conclave,” and the delicious experiences she shared with costars like Stanley Tucci while shooting the film in Rome. “Conclave” is in theaters and streaming now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Newly minted great-grandfather Joe Biden says he could have won the 2024 election, all of America’s living former presidents assembled in Washington at the funeral for President Carter, slapping tariffs on Denmark could backfire for the U.S., and Mark Zuckerberg explained why he’s eliminating fact-checking on Meta’s social platforms. Actor and filmmaker Ben Stiller shows off some of his prized “Star Trek” memorabilia and apologizes to “Severance” fan Stephen Colbert for taking so long to make the second season of the hit series. “Severance” premieres next Friday on AppleTV+. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Visit https://linktr.ee/colbertlateshow for ways to help Los Angeles area residents deal with the impact of the terrible fires there, and the President-elect continues to threaten Greenland and Canada with annexation. Award-winning actor Alan Cumming, who is turning 60 this year, already knows about the surprise party his husband planned for him. Stick around for more with Alan Cumming and watch the third season of “The Traitors” on Peacock.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Many Americans say they’re tired of following political news, Stephen celebrates some lesser-known details about the life of President Jimmy Carter, and there are shocking new details in the case of South Carolina’s missing research lab monkeys. Oscar-winner Tilda Swinton, who had a fabulous time at the Golden Globes parties this year, shares her secret to having a little fun during red carpet interviews. Watch her film, “The Room Next Door,” in select theaters now and opening nationwide on January 17th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Congress peacefully certified Donald Trump’s electoral victory on January 6, 2025, while House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries made an embarrassing verbal misstep, and Stephen looks into some alarming news about alcohol. Former Congressman Adam Kinzinger blames President-elect Donald Trump’s reelection on Republican leaders like Kevin McCarthy who chose to back the former president even after blaming him for the violence on January 6, 2021. His documentary, “The Last Republican,” is in theaters now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Keanu Reeves and Stephen Colbert go stargazing to examine some of life’s biggest questions. And Stephen plays a lightning round with the one and only Keanu Reeves, asking the beloved actor to share a favorite memory from each of his biggest films. Reeves’ latest project is a novel written in collaboration with author China Miéville titled “The Book of Elsewhere.” Originally aired July 22, 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The lead singer and songwriter of Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds joins Stephen for a discussion of his latest album and some of his most powerful artistic experiences, including recording a song with Johnny Cash as the legendary artist was near death. Enjoy Stephen Colbert’s extended conversation with Nick Cave and check out his latest album ‘Wild God.’ Originally aired August 13, 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The amazing Jeff Bridges describes in this exclusive extended interview how he learned he had lymphoma, and after conquering that disease he fell ill with Covid and had to be hospitalized. Luckily he recovered and shares some of the wisdom and perspective that got him through it, and was later able to get back to work on the set of “The Old Man,” now on FX and Hulu. Originally aired September 12, 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every night before taping the show, Stephen takes questions from the audience that we grab and put on The Late Show Pod Show! In this batch of Q&A, find out what Benny Colbert got for Christmas, what Stephen has to say about his private and public personas, how he became such a talented dancer, and hear him tell a story about his good friend, Steve Carell. Happy New Year! The Late Show will be back with all new episodes on Monday! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen tells his producer Becca all about how he became such good friends with CBS News' John Dickerson before replaying his chart-topping interview from The Late Show the day after the 2024 election. Catch John Dickerson and Maurice DuBois as the new anchors of 'CBS Evening News' starting January 27th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy New Year! Enjoy this extra long conversation between Stephen and 'Nosferatu' star Bill Skarsgård over traditional Swedish snacks and liquor, preceded by an exclusive introduction from Stephen Colbert himself - only for our Late Show Pod Show listeners! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen and his podcast producer Becca talk about how jolly the halls of The Ed Sullivan Theater are the week before holiday break in another special introduction for The Late Show Pod Show! Then, if you don't know his favorite sandwich, or what he thinks happens when we die, do you really know Seth Meyers? You will after this podcast EXCLUSIVE extended cut of Stephen's 'Strike Force Five' co-host's Colbert Questionert! Seth's new standup special, "Dead Man Walking," is streaming now on Max. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Back in June, the Emmy, GRAMMY and Tony Award-winning superstar Cynthia Erivo told Stephen which artists are featured on the playlist she listened to when getting into character as Elphaba in the much-anticipated film adaptation of “Wicked.” Originally aired June 19th, 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kids. Some of them actually were born yesterday! If your kid has a question for Stephen Colbert, post it on social media with the hashtag #ColbertKidQuestions or send it to us directly via this link: https://forms.gle/JGBFDFHHA5AYgRNJ7. Please include your child's name and age, and you may see your kid featured on a future episode! Visit http://www.colbertlateshow.com/kidque... for more information. Special thanks to Stephen’s good friend Amy Sedaris! Originally aired December 2nd, 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get ready for the highly anticipated second season of 'Severance' by rewinding to 2022 with this Ben Stiller Colbert Classic as he explains the premise of the series to Stephen, which is available to stream now on AppleTV+ before the new season premieres on January 17th. Stick around for more of this exclusive extended interview with Ben Stiller, including the story of how Ben met Ukranian President Zelensky, only on The Late Show Pod Show. Originally aired August 9th, 2022. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen tells The Late Show Pod Show listeners what his good friend Jon Batiste said backstage about his latest visit to The Ed Sullivan Theater in this extra-special introduction to an extended edit of Jon's interview earlier this month. Check out Jon's incredible new album, "Beethoven Blues," and catch his performance as Billy Preston in the new film, "Saturday Night," available now to buy or rent at home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feast your ears on this never-before-heard bonus conversation between Tom Hanks and Stephen Colbert from behind the scenes of his most recent Late Show interview! Stephen and Hanks push the crew into overtime while trading childhood anecdotes after the show wrapped in one of the most enjoyable exclusives The Pod Show has ever shared. Happy holidays from everyone at The Late Show! (The conversation between Stephen Colbert & Tom Hanks was recorded on October 29th, 2024) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What's that under the Pod Show tree...? It's Stephen Presents! Hear your favorite late night host talk off-the-cuff with his podcast producer Becca in another exclusive introduction just for The Late Show Pod Show listeners. Tonight, Stephen explains he and Evie's new Mail Bag segment (coming soon in 2025!) and talks about his previous experiences with influxes of online feedback, like after he hosted the 2006 White House Correspondent's Dinner and when he launched the Colbert Super PAC in 2011. Then we launch into a special EXTENDED edit of Holiday First Drafts with his wife Evie, featuring unheard moments and quips that didn't air on TV! If you have a question for Evie & Stephen in 2025, write it out by hand, take a photo and send it to us at the following link, and they may answer it on the air! https://tinyurl.com/AskStephenAndEvie Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Colbert is BACK in the recording studio with all new exclusive podcasts while The Late Show is on break for the holidays! Hear Stephen and his podcast producer Becca cue up a yuletide classic to kick things off, and enjoy the Queen of Christmas herself when Mariah Carey sat down for a super-sized holiday edition of The Colbert Questionert in 2022. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emmy-winning comedian and actor Ben Schwartz, star of "Sonic the Hedgehog 3," charges onto Stephen Colbert's stage and challenges him to an arm wrestling match before taking our host deep into the lore of the "Sonic" franchise, which includes a rare bad-guy role for Keanu Reeves. "Sonic the Hedgehog 3" is in theaters now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile... Officials in Bend, Oregon don't know how to have fun, a cat was rescued from a drain pipe in England, and online donut orders at Krispy Kreme were disrupted by a hacker. Originally aired December 12th, 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Santa and his workshop are, like America, having a bumpy sleigh ride transitioning to the incoming Trump administration. When Elon Musk is put in charge of Christmas efficiency as part of his D.O.U.C.H.E. program, Santa must either pledge absolute loyalty, or face a gladiator battle of ancient Roman proportions. Will Father Christmas survive? Will Joe Biden stay awake through the entire special? Will RFK Jr.'s brainworms have enough brain meat left to eat this winter? Find out in "It's A Worm-derful Life," the new Late Show Holiday Animated Classic! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some people are calling Elon Musk “president” after President-elect Trump followed Musk’s lead in coming out against the House Republicans’ spending bill, the first severe human case of bird flu has been reported in the U.S., and Stephen takes a look at some of the world’s strangest Christmas traditions. Actor Edward Norton talks about the truly authentic way he and Timothée Chalamet approached playing the music of Bob Dylan and Pete Seeger in their new film, “A Complete Unknown,” which opens in theaters on Christmas Day.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The stock market is on a 10-day skid but meme coins are getting hot, President Biden attempted to calm America’s nerves over the mysterious drone swarms, President-elect Trump continues to file lawsuits against media companies, and Justin Timberlake suffered an embarrassing wardrobe malfunction. Academy Award-winning actor Adrien Brody tells Stephen Colbert that he’s been an avid student of human nature since he was a child, and his observations help inform his choices as an actor. Watch Adrien in the new film, “The Brutalist,” in select theaters this Friday and opening nationwide in January. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Americans are ready to shake up some tired Christmas traditions, Stephen looks into some cold weather dating trends, Canada’s prime minister has become deeply unpopular with the public, and England may run out of Guinness due to its surging popularity with a new generation of female drinkers. Elton John talks to Stephen Colbert about the dizzying highs and lows of his life from 1970-1975 as he became one of the most famous entertainers in the world, all while privately spiraling into drug addiction and despair. And the amazing Brandi Carlile joins Elton John and Stephen Colbert for an extended conversation about their friendship and artistic collaboration, Elton’s commitment to lifting up new artists like Chappell Roan, Brandi’s special relationship with Joni Mitchell, and the potential for new Elton John music in the near future. The new documentary, “Elton John: Never Too Late,” is streaming now on Disney+. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen went viral after dancing with Oprah at Gayle King’s surprise party, people across the Northeast want answers about the swarms of drones appearing in the night sky, and China may be tracking us through our air fryers. Oscar-winner Nicole Kidman lovingly teases two of her fellow Australian actors who failed to show up to watch her accept a Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Film Institute. Stick around for more with Nicole Kidman and watch her new film, “Babygirl,” in theaters Christmas Day.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

GRAMMY Best New Artist nominee Sabrina Carpenter makes her first visit to the Ed Sullivan Theater and is blown away by being in the same room where her idol Paul McCartney made his U.S. debut with The Beatles. Tune in to this EXCLUSIVE extended interview with the pop icon where she and Stephen talk about her music, her humor, and the new special, and watch Sabrina Carpenter sing and act in her holiday special, “A Nonsense Christmas,” streaming now on Netflix and look for her at The 67th Annual GRAMMY Awards on February 2, 2025 on CBS.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile... Pantone's color of the year is delicious, hot dog fans can grab a free wiener at Sam's Club for a limited time, and we have an update on the love affair between Stephen Colbert and the good people of Finland. Next up, Stephen Colbert has scoured the globe to find the latest news stories impacting the international community for his long running segment, "What's Going On Over There?" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Science-lover Stephen Colbert reports on all the latest developments in the world of science in everyone's favorite science-focused segment. Next up, stand-up comedian Saul Trujillo celebrates his family's Mexican roots and confesses his love for Taco Bell while making his late night television debut with a stand-up set at the Ed Sullivan Theater. Learn more about Saul and find tour dates on his website: https://saulcomedy.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President-elect Trump told Time Magazine he may not be able to lower prices at the grocery store, America’s dad Stephen Colbert takes all the credit for the engagement of Selena Gomez to benny blanco, mystery drones are freaking out New Jersey residents, and PornHub released fascinating data on the world’s pornography habits. Oscar-nominated actor Timothée Chalamet radiates with pride for his work transforming himself into Bob Dylan in the new film, “A Complete Unknown.” Stick around for more with Timothée Chalamet and watch the film in theaters on Christmas Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fans of accused UHC assassin Luigi Mangione are scooping up “Free Luigi” merchandise, President-elect Trump nominated Kimberly Guilfoyle for ambassador to Greece, and HHS nominee RFK Jr.’s opinions about healthy food may put him on a collision course with America’s corn lobby. In this exclusive EXTENDED interview with GRAMMY-winning global superstar Dua Lipa, hear Stephen and Dua trade stories from their service industry days, find out about her Christmas traditions in London, and get a peek at her new concert special, “An Evening With Dua Lipa,” which airs this Sunday on CBS and Paramount+. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gambling website BetUS has declared our host the hottest famous man in the country, accused UHC shooter Luigi Mangione grew up in a wealthy Baltimore family before becoming an internet celebrity, and several of President-elect Donald Trump’s picks for top administration positions are hawking unregulated supplements online. For the first time in her life as a celebrity sex symbol, acclaimed writer and actress Mindy Kaling finds herself on the winning end of a “who wore it better” contest. Watch new episodes of her series, “The Sex Lives of College Girls,” Thursdays on Max. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A suspect has been arrested for the murder of the CEO of United Health Care, Syria’s bloodthirsty dictator Bashar al-Assad is gone, and President-elect Trump expressed his desire to imprison members of Congress who investigated the January 6th insurrection. American treasure Billy Crystal tells Stephen an epic story about filling in for Johnny Carson at “The Tonight Show,” where his guest was a very emotional Howard Cosell. Watch his new series, “Before,” available now on AppleTV+. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Actor Peter Sarsgaard shares the story of the real-life events portrayed in his new film, “September 5,” set amid the chaos of a terrorist attack at the 1972 Olympic Games. “September 5” opens in theaters this Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile... Everyone's favorite Late Show segment is a hit in Finland, Stephen applauds the whistleblowers who outed an illegal potato price-fixing scheme, KFC wants Christmas to smell like fried chicken this year, scientists discovered a species that can travel through time, Stephen isn’t impressed with the latest pop art masterpiece, and we’re learning far too much about “Shark Tank” judge Barbara Corcoran’s marriage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Moana 2” star Auli’i Cravalho tells Stephen how she nailed a British accent for her role in “Cabaret at The Kit Kat Club” on Broadway, and why she’s thrilled to continue to be the voice of “Moana” eight years after the first film came out. Catch her latest work in “Moana 2,” which is in theaters now!    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jack in the Box kicked off the fast food holiday promo season, Stephen is disturbed by his Spotify Wrapped results, Secretary of Defense nominee Pete Hegseth denied having a drinking problem, and we have an update on South Carolina’s escaped research lab monkeys. Emmy-winner and author Kate McKinnon receives the ultimate compliment from Stephen Colbert as the two improv masters meet for the very first time and seemingly fall in love on the air. McKinnon’s new book, “The Millicent Quibb School of Etiquette for Young Ladies of Mad Science,” is available now.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President-elect Trump’s support for his Defense Secretary nominee may be teetering as Pete Hegseth’s colleagues at Fox News say he frequently showed up drunk at work, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is working to gain influence in Trump’s incoming administration, and Stephen looks into the wild details of an attempted coup by South Korea’s president. Anderson Cooper does not approve of his friend Andy Cohen’s casual approach to hopping in cars with strangers in the middle of New York City. Watch them co-host “New Years Eve Live with Anderson Cooper and Andy Cohen” on CNN on December 31st.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some Democratic lawmakers are angry with President Biden’s decision to pardon his son Hunter, France’s Notre-Dame cathedral is reopening to the public after an extensive renovation, President-elect Trump is threatening trade wars against Canada and Mexico, and a runner went viral with an impressive animated dance video. Stephen takes a moment out of his conversation with musician, entrepreneur and actress Selena Gomez to send a message to her boyfriend and personal chef, benny blanco. Visit http://https://rareimpactfund.org to learn about Selena’s philanthropic work and watch her new film, “Emilia Pérez,” on Netflix now.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Joe Biden issued a blanket pardon to keep his son Hunter out of prison, MAGA loyalist Kash Patel is President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for FBI Director, and Trump’s choice for Secretary of Defense has a history of workplace incidents involving alcohol. Acclaimed actor Daniel Craig makes his sixth appearance on “The Late Show” and finally gives our host a note about how to correctly pronounce his last name. Stick around for more with Daniel Craig and watch his new film, “Queer,” in theaters now.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“The Agency” star Jeffrey Wright wants to make something perfectly clear: while he plays a spy on television, that does not qualify him for a cabinet-level government job. “The Agency” is streaming now on Paramount+. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile... A gang of criminal art forgers are flooding the market with fake works mimicking Banksy and Picasso, Costco issued a massive recall on improperly labeled butter, fancy cheeses have become a top target for thieves, and Stephen is inspired to make his own banana-themed artwork. And platinum-selling singer, actress and dancer Nicole Scherzinger tells Stephen how it feels to be killing it in the lead role in her first Broadway production. "Sunset Blvd." is on Broadway now at the St. James Theatre. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every night before taping The Late Show, Stephen answers a handful of questions from the studio audience that we save and compile into an exclusive segment just for the Pod Show listeners. In this cut, hear Stephen reunite with a previous corporate collaborator from his 2007 campaign for president (of South Carolina) and answer questions about what the energy was like at The Late Show the morning after election day, who designed his set, and what his favorite recipe is from his new cookbook, 'Does This Taste Funny?' The Late Show will be back with all new episodes on Monday! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy Thanksgiving from everyone at The Late Show Pod Show! Enjoy this extra long exclusive Stephen introduction to a family favorite segment, First Drafts with his wife Evie! Hear all about the Colbert family turkey day traditions and then enjoy an EXTENDED cut of Evie's latest appearance on The Late Show with two more greeting cards that were cut for time for broadcast and all the banter that went with them! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen Colbert and his producer Becca want to know what you think about their chats on The Late Show Pod Show! Leave us a review and smash that subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Then Stephen tells Becca all about how he out-Ken-Burns'ed Ken Burns on The Colbert Report before launching into this extended interview with the Emmy-winning director and documentarian from his most recent visit to Colbert Nation. Hear more of their conversation about the incredible scientific and artistic accomplishments - like the Mona Lisa - that Burns argues makes Leonardo da Vinci the most important human being of the last 1,000 years. You can watch "Leonardo da Vinci" now on PBS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen's back for another week of exclusive podcast introductions - only on The Late Show Pod Show! Hear the Late Show host talk with his producer about some of the latest and greatest Late Show segments this Fall, including the incomparable Harvey Guillén, sometimes known as Rep. George Santos on "The Late Show," who sat down last month for a joyful discussion about what inspired him to pursue acting and how Stephen Colbert's "Strangers With Candy" played a key role in helping him land his first professional gig. Watch Harvey in the final season of "What We Do In The Shadows." Happy Thanksgiving! More exclusive podcasts with Stephen are cookin' up this week while The Late Show is off for the holiday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Late Show staff is off this week for Thanksgiving break which can only mean one thing - Stephen's back on the Pod Show with exclusive introductions to extended interviews - like this one with the legendary director Francis Ford Coppola! Hear Stephen and Coppola talk all about his new film, "Megalopolis," as well as dive into the Oscar-winner's iconic career as a director, only on The Late Show Pod Show. Go see "Megalopolis," in select theaters and available to stream now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Friends and musical collaborators for over 40 years, Elvis Costello and T Bone Burnett know more about the American songbook than almost anyone else. Listen to them regale Stephen Colbert with stories from their decades in show business and go to The Late Show's YouTube channel for two performances by a duo that looks a lot like Elvis and T Bone, The Coward Brothers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… The reviews are not good for Disney’s new water ride, Spirit Airlines filed for bankruptcy, and the Batmobile from Christopher Nolan’s “The Dark Knight” trilogy is up for sale for $3 million. Next, science-lover Stephen Colbert is here to bring you all the updates from the world of science in his science-focused segment, “The Sound of Science.”  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

GRAMMY-winning singer and songwriter Kacey Musgraves talks about her dear friend and mentor John Prine and what drew her to his music even before she had the opportunity to meet and collaborate with the legendary musician. An expanded version of Kacey’s latest album, titled “Deeper Into The Well,” is streaming now and will be available on vinyl beginning this Friday. After you've listened to her EXTENDED interview on the podcast, watch her performance of "Arm's Length" on The Late Show's YouTube channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matt Gaetz withdrew his nomination for Attorney General after more lurid sex allegations surfaced, none of President-elect Trump’s cabinet picks are popular with the American public, Stephen discovers the wonders of the double holiday cookie. Stephen asks Hakeem Jeffries, the House Democratic Leader, to lay out specific values and policy positions that define his party and differentiate it from Republicans. Jeffries’ new book, “The ABCs of Democracy,” is available now.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The House Ethics Committee voted along party lines not to release their report on Trump’s pick for Attorney General, the President-elect announced he will nominate WWE executive Linda McMahon to run the Department of Education, Stephen takes a look at Dr. Oz’s history of medical quackery, and Jaguar released a ridiculous video to announce the luxury carmaker’s rebranding. Acclaimed actor Paul Mescal shared a rather intimate moment with the physical trainer who was hired to help him beef up for his starring role in “Gladiator II,” in theaters this Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President-elect Trump continues to staff his incoming administration with people he admires from TV, this time selecting Dr. Mehmet Oz to oversee Medicare and Medicaid, but where is Stephen Colbert’s job offer? Also we’re learning more racy details about the private life of Pete Hegseth, Trump’s pick for Secretary of Defense, and a school superintendent in Oklahoma wants kids to start their day with a Christian prayer for the President-elect. Former President Bill Clinton shares his misgivings about the court’s opinion that the American president has broad immunity to commit official acts that might otherwise be illegal for regular citizens. Mr. Clinton’s book, “Citizen: My Life After the White House,” is available now.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Elon Musk, RFK Jr. and Speaker Mike Johnson joined President-elect Trump for an in-flight meal of McDonald’s, we’re learning some lurid details from the House Ethics Committee report on Matt Gaetz, the Midwest is losing a treasured roadside attraction, and Stephen learns about some escaped flightless birds in South Carolina. Acclaimed actor Josh Brolin displays great affection for Stephen Colbert as the two discuss the success that has come Brolin’s way in the years since he quit drinking. Brolin’s new memoir, “From Under The Truck,” is available everywhere now.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Peabody-winning writer, producer and actress Sharon Horgan tells Stephen why she was initially terrified when it was time to start writing scripts for the second season of her hit show, "Bad Sisters." New episodes of "Bad Sisters" are out on Wednesdays on AppleTV+. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile... Don't watch so much TikTok on the toilet, a raccoon fell from the ceiling at New York's LaGuardia airport, and haunted hotels are marketing themselves to travelers who like spooky accommodations. And Stephen Colbert checks in on the rest of the world in his international news segment, "What's Going On Over There?" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you don't know his favorite sandwich or what he thinks happens when we die, do you really know legendary rapper and entrepreneur Curtis Jackson? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

America’s most prominent vaccine skeptic will soon be responsible for the nation’s health and wellbeing, President-elect Trump’s selection of Matt Gaetz for Attorney General has spooked his Republican congressional colleagues, and Trump’s pick for Director of National Intelligence may be a Russian asset. Oscar-winning actor Billy Bob Thornton tells Stephen about the earliest days of his career in Hollywood and some of the good advice he received from industry vets. Stick around for more with Billy Bob Thornton and watch “Landman,” premiering Sunday on Paramount+. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President-elect Donald Trump’s staffing choices for his incoming administration are surprising many, especially his pick of Rep. Matt Gaetz for Attorney General. Meanwhile, current President Joe Biden welcomed his rival to The White House for a civil discussion about the coming transfer of power. The accolades continue to pour in for Zoe Saldaña’s performance in the new film “Emilia Pérez,” which gave the actress an opportunity to connect with her roots and perform dialogue entirely in Spanish for the first time in her career. Stick around for more with Zoe Saldaña and watch “Emilia Pérez,” streaming now on Netflix.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President-elect Donald Trump is rewarding loyal surrogates with cabinet positions, Rudy Giuliani says he’s too broke to buy food, Americans looking to avoid another Trump term are searching for ways to move abroad, and a contestant on “Wheel of Fortune” went viral after failing to solve the puzzle. Stephen Colbert reveals People’s Sexiest Man Alive 2024 exclusively on “The Late Show.” Congratulations to the very sexy John Krasinski! Grab your copy of People Magazine’s Sexiest Man Alive issue on newsstands now and stick around for more with John Krasinski! Special thanks to Chris Evans, aka People’s Sexiest Man Alive 2022. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wildfires are ablaze across New York and New Jersey, the first “Wicked” movie merch to arrive is rated X, we’re getting to know Trump’s choice for White House Chief of Staff, and Stephen Colbert has more on the escapees from Monkey Island. Javier Bardem puts the success of Netflix’s “Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story” in context and says that true crime dramas are popular all over the world. “Monsters” is streaming now on Netflix. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stand-up comedian and host of the podcast “You Should Do That On Television,” Mohanad Elshieky makes his Ed Sullivan Theater debut! Find more of Mohanad’s comedy at https://www.mohanadelshieky.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile... The upcoming "Gladiator" film sequel may not be historically accurate, King Tut's underwear will be on display at Egypt's grand new museum, and the latest TikTok trend could get you in trouble at the airport. Next, science-loving late night host Stephen Colbert brings you all the latest science news in his science-filled segment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comedian Mike Birbiglia was part of the group of American comedians who traveled with Stephen Colbert to Vatican City in 2024 for an audience with Pope Francis. Mike Birbiglia’s new one-man show, “The Good Life,” is coming to New York City’s Beacon Theater, find tickets and more information at https://www.birbigs.com.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of America’s favorite restaurants has filed for bankruptcy, RFK Jr. is expected to advise Donald Trump’s administration on matters of public health, and 43 monkeys have escaped from an island research facility in South Carolina. When times get tough, actor Paul Bettany turns to the timeless words of Chumbawamba for comfort. Stick around for more with Paul Bettany and watch his performance in the new Robert Zemeckis film, “Here,” in theaters now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen Colbert delivers his first monologue following Donald Trump’s victory over VP Kamala Harris in the 2024 presidential election. Then, fresh off an all-night marathon broadcast with the CBS News Election Night team, Chief Political Analyst John Dickerson joins Stephen to discuss Donald Trump’s shocking victory and the implications for the country. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Late Show will be back Wednesday night with an all-new episode, but while CBS is airing LIVE Election Night coverage all night long, enjoy this podcast EXCLUSIVE extended cut of last night's John Oliver interview. Stephen and John take a look back at not only the 2024 campaign, but the last 9 years of Trump's grip on the election cycle, and share their love of voting in-person for anyone but the guy who has yet to deny his alleged affinity for upholstered furniture. “Last Week Tonight” airs Sundays on HBO. This interview was taped on Monday, November 4th, 2024 - the night before Election Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A respected Iowa pollster predicts VP Kamala Harris will win big among that state’s female voters, the Harris-Walz campaign promised a fresh start for the country if they win, and the former president had major trouble with a microphone at one of his rallies. And Stephen treks out to a coffee house in Pennsylvania to sit down with Minnesota Governor Tim Walz on the final day of the presidential campaign. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Best-selling author Ta-Nehisi Coates knew he would face blowback for using words like “segregation” to describe the living conditions he witnessed when doing research in Israel and the West Bank for his latest book. “The Message” is available everywhere now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile... Researchers released a video of a group of whales procreating, food trends on TikTok are changing the way Americans eat, and Dame Helen Mirren continues to drop the most random quotes. And SCREAMWHILE... A spooky vibe wafts over our host as he begins to deliver his traditional “Meanwhile” segment for Halloween. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Five-time Oscar-winning director Alfonso Cuarón believes we live in a time of endlessly contradictory narratives where truth is difficult to discern. Watch Cuarón’s latest use of narrative in the new series “Disclaimer,” streaming now on AppleTV+. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The former president struggled to open the door of his real-life metaphorical garbage truck and put women on notice with his threat to protect them, and Julia Roberts starred in a commercial reminding women they don’t have to tell anyone which way they’re voting. “It wasn’t that bad” says Seth Meyers of the New York Times writeup about his life and career, which included some brutal-but-loving quotes from his boss Lorne Michaels. Stick around for more with Seth Meyers and watch his new stand-up special “Dead Man Walking,” streaming now on Max. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

VP Kamala Harris drew 75,000 people to a speech designed to draw contrast with her opponent, the former president says he’s going to miss his MAGA rallies, and Stephen gets interrupted by a problematic Yankees fan. Beloved Emmy-winner Kieran Culkin should really make time to watch the series finale of his award-winning show, “Succession.” Watch “A Real Pain,” in theaters this Friday.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

VP Kamala Harris presented her closing argument in Washington, D.C. at the spot where her opponent launched his 2021 insurrection, the Trump campaign made a huge mistake by insulting all Puerto Ricans, and people have set fire to ballot collection boxes in three states. Tom Hanks talks about reuniting with his “Forrest Gump” collaborators Robin Wright and Robert Zemeckis for the new film, “Here,” in theaters this Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The rhetoric at Donald Trump’s Madison Square Garden rally was so racist it could cost him a key swing state, VP Kamala Harris rallied with two of the most popular women in the country, and Jeff Bezos created a firestorm by yanking his newspaper’s planned presidential endorsement at the last minute. Actress Robin Wright says she and her “Here” costar Tom Hanks picked up right where they left off 30 years ago after filming “Forrest Gump.” “Here” opens in theaters this Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bestselling author, NBC political analyst, and friend of the show Jonathan Alter offers fascinating details about what he observed from the front row of Donald Trump’s hush money trial in New York City, which led him to write his latest book, “American Reckoning.” The book also includes new reporting on Speaker Emeritus Nancy Pelosi’s public and private efforts to convince President Biden to end his reelection campaign in the summer of 2024. “American Reckoning” is available now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… Actor Al Pacino shared a harrowing story from his youth, a pill for male birth control is on the way, an unexplained doorway has emerged amid the ice in Antarctica, passengers spotted a gigantic rat on a Spirit Airlines flight, and a German pizzeria is in big trouble for delivering cocaine alongside pizza orders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen Colbert launches a brand new consumer-focused segment that chronicles America's obsession with buying stuff. Next, chef, restaurateur and "The Bear" star Matty Matheson tells Stephen why he set aside "the chef-y stuff" in favor of everyday homemade dishes for his latest cookbook project. "Soups, Salads, Sandwiches" is available everywhere now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Donald Trump aims to mimic a Nazi rally at Madison Square Garden, Tucker Carlon said incredibly gross and weird things about spanking a “bad girl,” and VP Kamala Harris will rally alongside Beyoncé and Bruce Springsteen. And if you don’t know her favorite sandwich or which animal she fears the most, do you really know superstar actor Julia Louis-Dreyfus? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former president Obama admitted he was nervous to follow Marshall Mathers at a Michigan rally for VP Kamala Harris, former White House Chief of Staff John Kelly says former president Donald Trump admires Nazis and wants to use the military against U.S. citizens, and CNN sent a reporter deep into panda territory for a story. When Anna Kendrick signed on to star in the new film, “Woman of the Hour,” the production was still searching for a director. Driven by a nagging voice in her head, Kendrick raised her hand and applied for the job. Watch “Woman of the Hour,” available now on Netflix. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Women are voting early at higher rates than men, VP Kamala Harris is courting Republicans in swing states alongside Liz Cheney, and Ellie the Elephant stops by to celebrate the WNBA championship-winning New York Liberty! The Junior Senator from Pennsylvania sits down with Stephen Colbert to discuss his state’s unique role in the 2024 presidential election, and why he is campaigning for VP Kamala Harris in some of the state’s Republican strongholds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen Colbert is among the millions of Americans who have already cast their vote for president, VP Kamala Harris deftly handled a MAGA heckler who interrupted her rally, and former president Trump subjected his rally goers to a 12-minute screed about a dead celebrity’s genitalia. Brian Cox isn’t nearly as knowledgeable as Stephen Colbert when it comes to the works of Tolkien, but the legendary actor felt right at home in the sound booth providing the voice of a king in the new film, “The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim,” which premieres in theaters on December 13. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Texas Democratic Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett gives Stephen a play-by-play breakdown of what went through her mind after Georgia Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene lobbed a personal insult her way during a House hearing. Rep. Crockett has merch inspired by that moment available at https://theclapbackcollection.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile... A video of a monkey chugging beer went viral, Stephen tries Dua Lipa's recipe for a spicy diet soda, a German traffic camera caught Cookie Monster speeding, Stephen examines a shocking story about a man with extra genitals, a well-meaning woman regrets feeding raccoons on her front lawn, and Los Angeles is celebrating a woman who is staying young by pole dancing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The legendary Pamela Anderson tells Stephen how she maintains a healthy lifestyle on Vancouver Island and why her sons were instrumental in convincing her to share her recipes with the world in a new cookbook. "I Love You: Recipes From The Heart" is available everywhere now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

VP Kamala Harris held her own during a combative interview with Bret Baier on Fox News, and former president Donald Trump gave dark and confusing answers at a Univision town hall with undecided Hispanic voters. After 19 interviews and many hours spent together, Bob Woodward knows Donald Trump very well and is disturbed by the idea of him retaking the White House. Woodward’s latest book “War” is available everywhere now.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Over 300,000 Georgians showed up for the first day of early voting, former president Trump told Bloomberg News he loves tariffs, and folksy vice presidential candidate Gov. Tim Walz urged voters not to be seduced by Trump’s silliness. Beloved actor and author Stanley Tucci shares a cocktail with Stephen Colbert while reminiscing about their Catholic upbringing. Stanley’s latest book, a memoir titled “What I Ate In One Year: And Related Thoughts,” is available everywhere now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Donald Trump turned his town hall into a music festival when he got tired of taking questions and his opponent VP Kamala Harris announced she’ll be interviewed by Bret Baier on Fox News. “Shrinking” star Jason Segel has been a fan of puppetry since he was a kid watching “The Muppet Show,” and he remains convinced that the artform is a great way for people to build empathy. Season two of “Shrinking” is streaming now on AppleTV+. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

VP Kamala Harris released her medical records but her opponent won’t, former president Donald Trump’s cognitive decline was on full display during his public appearances over the weekend, and friends of the show James Taylor and Luke Combs are among the headliners at a hurricane relief concert. If you want to find ways to help people recover from hurricanes Helene and Milton visit http://colbertlateshow.com/hurricanerelief for more information. Oscar and Emmy-winner Kathy Bates tells Stephen about the emotional moment on “CBS Sunday Morning,” where she watched video of her younger self thanking both of her parents while accepting her Academy Award for “Misery.” Watch “Matlock” Wednesday nights at 9pm on CBS and streaming on Paramount+. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bestselling author Malcolm Gladwell reflects on his new role as a father, and tells Stephen what readers can expect from his hotly-anticipated new book, "Revenge Of The Tipping Point," available everywhere now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen's back on the podcast for another exclusive introduction to talk about the inspiration behind one of the questions from the coveted Colbert Questionert: Benny! And if you don't know his favorite sandwich, or what he thinks happens when we die, do you really know RuPaul Charles? Learn all there is to know about the host of "Lingo" and "RuPaul's Drag Race" in his edition of The Colbert Questionert (RuPaul's Questionert originally aired on September 23rd, 2024). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the premiere episode of Wiser than Me, Julia sits down with the one and only Jane Fonda. With a career spanning over six decades, Jane — now 85 years old — hits all the highlights: staying fit at any age, fantasizing about funerals, getting heckled on set by Katherine Hepburn…and something about a fake thumb. If you enjoy this episode of “Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus”, follow and listen to more episodes whenever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen and his producer Becca talk about how electric the audience was in Chicago for The Late Show's week of live DNC coverage this summer, and then kick off a new edition of The Late Show Pod Show's exclusive Audience Questions! In this round, Stephen takes answers from his NYC audience about his first date, bombing at Second City with Paul Dinello, reading Tolkien for the first time, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen is joined by his producer Becca in this podcast exclusive introduction where he tells her the full story of what happened the night he didn't go see Talking Heads on their 'Stop Making Sense' tour. Then listen to the band's EXTENDED interview on The Late Show Pod Show from last October! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert is honored to be the only late night television show on Vice President Kamala Harris’s media blitz, while her Republican opponent is busy undercutting FEMA’s efforts to dig out from the devastation of Hurricane Helene, and his friend Elon Musk is once again the internet’s favorite laughing stock. The Democratic nominee for president of the United States returns for her seventh visit to The Late Show and sits down for a four-part interview with Stephen Colbert. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen's back co-hosting the Pod Show with his podcast producer Becca for this exclusive new intro to his cooking segment with his wife, Evie. The first couple of late night just launched their latest joint venture, a cookbook of their favorite recipes from family and friends, with a raucous cooking demonstration at the Ed Sullivan Theatre. Stephen and Evie prepare a shrimp and hominy breakfast dish in this extended edit from what aired on TV! Make sure you grab your copy of "Does This Taste Funny? Recipes Our Family Loves" at http://www.colbertlateshow.com/cookbook. Stephen & Evie's cooking demo originally aired on September 12th, 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chef, restaurateur and bestselling cookbook author Yotam Ottolenghi teaches Stephen how to make a Japanese/North African spin on a fried chicken sandwich. This recipe and more can be found in his latest cookbook, “Ottolenghi Comfort,” which is available everywhere starting Tuesday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… It’s illegal to smuggle bologna in from Mexico, singer Lana Del Rey had a surprise wedding, and Stephen celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with a special new segment, “Mientras Tanto.” Then our science-obsessed host Stephen Colbert brings you all the latest science stories from the world of science. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The amazing Ina Garten has written 13 cookbooks but never stopped to think about writing a memoir until now. Watch as she tells Stephen how quitting her job at The White House led her to the Barefoot Contessa and all the success that followed. “Be Ready When the Luck Happens” is available now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The 165 page filing by Special Counsel Jack Smith details the former president’s efforts to overturn the 2020 election and cites evidence, including conversations with Trump’s family members, that shows his actions were not covered by the Supreme Court’s ridiculous presidential immunity ruling.  Journalist and author Chris Wallace comments on the evidence against Donald Trump revealed by Special Counsel Jack Smith this week, and gives his opinion of the Supreme Court’s ruling on presidential immunity. Pick up his new book “Countdown 1960,” available everywhere Tuesday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Vance-Walz debate was universally hailed as “normal,” the former president looked tired and confused at recent speeches, and Stephen’s favorite Alaskan forest animal has returned in time to defend his Fat Bear Week title. “We Live In Time” star Andrew Garfield was just as puzzled as the rest of the world when he saw the film’s promotional image featuring himself, his co star Florence Pugh, and a wild-eyed golden carousel horse. The film hits theaters on October 18th! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen Colbert delivers his monologue LIVE from New York City following the debate between vice presidential candidates J.D. Vance and Tim Walz, and Emmy-winner Chris Hayes joins Stephen Colbert to discuss the vice presidential debate between J.D. Vance and Tim Walz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An asteroid is acting as Earth’s mini moon for the next two months, vice presidential candidate Tim Walz is reportedly nervous ahead of Tuesday’s debate, and former president Donald Trump proposed fighting crime by directing police to rough people up for one nasty, violent day. Acclaimed actor Don Cheadle relished the opportunity to work opposite his friend Samuel L. Jackson on “Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist” which airs Thursdays on Peacock. And our hearts go out to everyone affected by Hurricane Helene. If you want to find ways to help, consider donating to one of the organizations listed here: http://colbertlateshow.com/hurricanehelene. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Legendary primatologist Jane Goodall tells Stephen about her Vote For Nature campaign and makes a keen observation about the similarities between certain male politicians and their wild counterparts. Find out more about Jane Goodall’s plan to save the world through voting at https://www.votefornature.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… Stephen bids a fond farewell to his Tupperware, Fisher Price is selling a Britney Spears figurine set, a cat traveled over 1,000 miles after going missing on a family trip to Yellowstone, a truckload of chickens overturned on a highway in Oklahoma, Coca-Cola discontinued its newest soda flavor, and "Bridgerton" fans were left disappointed after paying to attend a ball in Detroit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you don’t know his favorite song, or which animal he fears most, do you really know “Firebrand” star Jude Law? Stephen gets personal with the Oscar-winning actor in this latest edition of The Colbert Questionert. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New York City’s mayor Eric Adams stands accused of a shocking list of bribes from foreign countries including Turkey, actor Sam Elliott voiced an expletive-filled commercial supporting VP Kamala Harris, and former president Donald Trump finds it hard to sleep because he’s too busy thinking. Emmy-winning comedian, actress, writer, producer and podcaster Sarah Silverman tells Stephen how she is keeping her parents’ memories alive and well in her new stand-up comedy tour, "Postmortem." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

VP Kamala Harris leads her opponent by 31 points in a poll of young voters, Pete Buttigieg is helping Tim Walz prepare to debate J.D. Vance on CBS next Tuesday night, and former president Donald Trump thinks any person off the street would be a funnier Late Show host than Stephen Colbert, so Stephen pulls a Times Square Elmo off the street, who ends up being Bravo's beloved Andy Cohen in an off-brand costume rental! Then there's even more monologue so we can dive into how congressman from New York is embroiled in a scandal after it was revealed that he put his mistress on the payroll as a “ghost employee” at his district office in Long Island. Billionaire philanthropist Bill Gates says he is somewhat worried about the dangers posed by artificial intelligence, but he is excited about the benefits AI may bring to fields like education and health care. Learn about his work battling childhood disease and malnutrition on the Goalkeepers website: https://www.gatesfoundation.org/goalkeepers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Diplomats at the United Nations are concerned about another Trump presidency, the former president is trying to appeal to women by promoting fertility treatments, and Republicans are pulling their support for scandal-plagued North Carolina gubernatorial candidate Mark Robinson. Oscar-winning actress Kate Winslet tells Stephen about the nine year journey she undertook to produce “Lee,” a film about a remarkable woman who documented Nazi atrocities during WWII. “Lee” hits theaters this Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Great numbers of young people are registering to vote for the first time, VP Kamala Harris told Oprah why she keeps a gun in her home, and the former president told a podcaster about his diet of “proper” hamburgers. Canada’s Prime Minister nods to his own career path that led from teaching to activism to politics when offering advice for young people looking for a way to make an impact, and Stephen asks Trudeau about reports of rising xenophobia in Canada and far-right political figures modeling themselves after Donald Trump. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen Colbert brings you the latest science stories from the world of science in his science-focused segment, The Sound of Science. Next, you may be surprised to find out that members of The Late Show Band have been moonlighting in other industries. Find out what Louis Cato, Nêgah Santos and Corey Bernhard are selling on the side. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile... The world's cutest animal is a baby pygmy hippo named Moo Deng, Chipotle has a new machine that makes guacamole, scientists did some weird experiments involving mice and the dust from a bag of Doritos, NFL stars Jason and Travis Kelce are hawking cereal, designer Alexander McQueen wants to sell you boots shaped like animal hooves, movie theaters are selling a $31 cocktail at screenings of "Beetlejuice," and Stephen believes Paul Rudd may be eating dirt to stay healthy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former NIH director Dr. Francis Collins tells Stephen that more lives could have been saved during the pandemic if Americans had been less skeptical about getting vaccinated, and if government officials had done a better job communicating about its benefits. His book, "The Road to Wisdom," is available now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The GOP nominee for governor in North Carolina is a hot mess, there’s a new ad targeting young white male voters, and the former president is trying to scare New Yorkers into voting for him. Author, podcaster and award-winning journalist Anderson Cooper reflects on the first interview he did for his “All There Is” podcast featuring our host Stephen Colbert. Keep watching for more with Anderson Cooper and listen to the third season “All There Is” premiering October 9th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Federal Reserve’s interest rate cut was popular with investors, polling shows young people prefer VP Kamala Harris over her opponent, and Melania Trump released a bizarre video defending her decades-old nude photos. Rachel Maddow’s new documentary tells the story of one-time Trump henchman Lev Parnas and his efforts to create fake controversy for the Biden family in the run-up to the 2020 election. “From Russia With Lev” premieres this Friday on MSNBC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A deranged man is in custody for attempting to shoot Donald Trump, the former president went after presidential debate moderator David Muir, and Sen. J.D. Vance admits he made up the story about immigrants eating pets in order to get media attention. Emmy and Tony-winning actor Jeremy Strong returns to The Late Show with a preview of his new film about the relationship between Donald Trump and his one-time mentor, the lawyer Roy Cohn. Stick around for more with Jeremy Strong and watch the film, “The Apprentice,” in theaters October 11th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Acclaimed actor you know from "The Office" and "Only Murders In The Building," Amy Ryan had the pleasure of working opposite George Clooney and Brad Pitt in the new film, “Wolfs,” so she’s uniquely qualified to tell Stephen which of the Oscar-winners gives off the superior scent. “Wolfs” opens in theaters on September 20th and will begin streaming on AppleTV+ on September 27th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Accomplished actor, writer and producer Natasha Rothwell loves people-watching at airports so much that she set her new series in a fictional airport, complete with colorful characters like the falconer who keeps birds away from the runways. "How To Die Alone" premieres Friday on Hulu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile... Crocs fans are going to flip over the new collab with McDonald's, the state of Connecticut may be guilty of false advertising, and a new pasta dish from Heinz is being met with skepticism. Next, Stephen Colbert loves technology and he loves delivering the latest tech news in his tech-focused segment, Cyborgasm! In this edition Stephen looks at the AI features in the new iPhone 16, a fusion reactor built by a math student from off-the-shelf parts, and a robot that observed sharks sleeping on the seafloor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The first couple of late night launch their latest joint venture, a cookbook of their favorite recipes from family and friends, with a raucous cooking demonstration at the Ed Sullivan Theatre. Stephen and Evie prepare a shrimp and hominy breakfast dish in this extended edit from what aired on TV! Make sure you grab your copy of "Does This Taste Funny? Recipes Our Family Loves" at http://www.colbertlateshow.com/cookbook. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Few people believe Donald Trump or J.D. Vance when they say they don’t care about Taylor Swift’s endorsement of Kamala Harris, the former president wrote the captions in his new coffee table picture book, and President Biden swapped hats with a Trump supporter at a 9/11 memorial event. And the amazing Jeff Bridges describes in this exclusive extended interview how he learned he had lymphoma, and after conquering that disease he fell ill with Covid and had to be hospitalized. Luckily he recovered and shares some of the wisdom and perspective that got him through it, and was later able to get back to work on the set of “The Old Man,” now on FX and Hulu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen breaks down reactions to the Harris-Trump debate, including the racist rumor about people eating pets, and decodes the easter eggs hidden in Taylor Swift’s Instagram post endorsing Kamala Harris for President. Stephen surprises Samuel L. Jackson with the footage of his first paying gig in show business, a television commercial for the Krystal hamburger chain. New episodes of Jackson’s latest project, “Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist,” air Thursdays on Peacock. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Late Show went LIVE tonight after the Presidential Debate! Hear Stephen Colbert's LIVE monologue following the first head-to-head, mic-to-mic fiasco between Trump and Harris, and stay tuned as he's joined by CBS News' John Dickerson for the full scoop after tonight's debate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the candidates prepare for Tuesday’s presidential debate, former VP Dick Cheney offered a surprise endorsement for Kamala Harris, Donald Trump announced that Stephen Colbert is on his list of enemies, and Flavortown mayor Guy Fieri shared what happened to him at Sylvester Stallone’s house. Jim Parsons talks to Stephen about the life-affirming themes in the play “Our Town,” which is considered one of the great works of American theater. Jim’s production of “Our Town” opens at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre on September 17th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Actor Jack Lowden knows he's lucky to be working alongside giants like Jonathan Pryce and Gary Oldman, and he doesn't miss a moment of their performances even if they happen on days when he's not needed on set. "Slow Horses" is streaming now on AppleTV+. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile... McDonald's is ditching the plastic McFlurry cup in favor of a paper version, actor Channing Tatum hates doing laundry, and Millennial slang has officially become old-school as Generation Alpha comes into their own. Next, science-lover Stephen Colbert brings you all the latest science that is sciencing in his sciency segment, The Sound of Science. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Arizona Senator Mark Kelly encourages Americans who want to see an end to this country's epidemic of gun violence to pressure their elected officials to enact meaningful reforms. Sen. Kelly's latest book for children, "Mousetronaut Saves the World," is available everywhere now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Donald Trump previewed his debate tactics at a Fox News town hall in Pennsylvania, the candidates for VP have very different donut shop demeanors, and Amazon’s Alexa smart speaker appears to prefer Kamala Harris for president. Four-time NBA champion Stephen Curry is also the proud owner of an Olympic gold medal after his stand-out performance at the Paris Olympics, where he was so unstoppable the locals gave him a devilish nickname. Stick around for more with Stephen Curry and learn more about his Underrated Golf tour at https://www.underrated.golf. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

VP Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are reaching out to different types of undecided voters, the former president is a fan of medical marijuana, and the uber-conservative GOP candidate for governor in North Carolina was revealed to be a frequent customer of an adult video store in the 90s and early 2000s. Emmy and GRAMMY-winning rapper, producer and entrepreneur Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson tells Stephen he loves not being married, and explains why he’s currently abstaining from sex. Stick around for more with 50 Cent and check out his debut novel, “The Accomplice,” available now.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

VP Kamala Harris is leading in national polls, her opponent Donald Trump brushed aside federal law and Army personnel for his photo opp at Arlington National Cemetery, and we’re learning of another bizarre animal-related scandal involving former presidential candidate RFK Jr. And Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson references her parents and the realities of post-segregation America when telling Stephen Colbert why the Civil Rights Act and Voting Rights Act have been so influential in her life and her legal career. Find her new memoir, “Lovely One,” available everywhere now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Another favorite Stephen intro on The Pod Show in which our host is telling stories, talking shop, and chatting with his podcast producer, Becca. In this rewind, Stephen recalls some of his favorite memories from working with former "Colbert Report" writer and "Girls5eva" creator Meredith Scardino before throwing to an EXTENDED edit of their interview from this past May on The Late Show. "Girls5eva" is streaming now on Netflix! Stephen's introduction was previously recorded for a podcast that was released on May 27th, 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen Colbert and his podcast producer Becca exchanged solar eclipse stories and more in this Late Show Pod Show exclusive introduction to Neil deGrasse Tyson's extended 2022 interview promoting his book, "Starry Messenger: Cosmic Perspectives on Civilization.” Neil deGrasse Tyson originally aired September 22nd, 2022; Stephen's introduction was previously recorded for a podcast released on April 23rd, 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen's known for taking over the The Late Show Pod Show with exclusive introductions and delightfully tangential conversations, so we've been replaying our favorite Stephen intro's all week long before we're back with all new episodes on Tuesday, September 3rd. In this intro rewind, Stephen talks with Becca, our podcast producer, about how he found comedian Ariel Elias via Instagram Reels, and then speaks at length with great fondness about "The Queen" and all of her projects: comedian Maria Bamford. Ariel Elias's stand up set originally aired March 6th, 2024; Maria Bamford originally aired January 15th, 2016. Stephen's introduction was previously recorded for a podcast released on March 19th, 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this exclusive Colbert introduction replay, Stephen and his podcast producer Becca talked about their coworker's famous cookie recipe that made it into his new cookbook, and swapped stories about baking and The Barefoot Contessa before launching into a very special Audience Questions podcast. Listen as Stephen answers hard-hitting questions about potatoes, cookies, his relationship with his stage manager, his favorite Daily Show field piece, and more. Stephen & Evie's new cookbook, "Does This Taste Funny?" is available for preorder now: bit.ly/colbert-cookbook. Stephen's introduction was previously recorded for a podcast that was released on April 24th, 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this introduction exclusively recorded for the Late Show Pod Show, Stephen says hosting a late night show is like hosting a party, and shares an innovative new product idea for waffle lovers everywhere. Then it's all about the Second Gentleman and how Biden Administration staffers had to scramble to figure out how to handle protocol after Douglas Emhoff became the first male spouse of the Vice President in this country's history. Stephen's introduction was previously recorded for a podcast released on May 30th, 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this exclusive introduction from earlier this year, Stephen tells his podcast listeners that he's happy to plug anything for a Late Show guest! Then, Stephen and Ryan Gosling exchange gifts and the "Barbie" star does the unthinkable, bestowing upon our host one of the world's highest honors: Ken's mink coat. Ryan Gosling's interview originally aired after Super Bowl LVIII on February 11th, 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In another favorite Late Show Pod Show exclusive introduction replay, listen as Stephen and his producer Becca talked about the 60th anniversary of The Beatles' first US tour, including the historic pit stop at The Late Show's very own Ed Sullivan Theater. Hear Stephen break down the nearly 100-year history of his current workplace ahead of this extra long Paul McCartney interview from 2019, when Stephen divulged his personal connection to McCartney's music in a conversation about legacy, grief, and a little old band called The Beatles. Stephen's introduction was previously recorded for a podcast released on February 21st, 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen Colbert's been known to hop on the podcast for his exclusive introductions whenever the show's on break, so this week while The Late Show Pod Show is off the air, we're replaying some of our favorite episodes where our host graced us with his podcast presence! First up is this deep dive into one of The Late Show's most celebrated segments: The Colbert Questionert. Listen as Stephen tells podcast producer Becca how Keanu Reeves played a hand in the Questionert's origin story, which celebrity's answers have stuck out to him the most, and what size tomato he prefers in his BLTs in this podcast exclusive conversation with our host. Then enjoy the original first two Colbert Questionerts with Tom Hanks and Meryl Streep, both administered over Zoom in early 2021. Stephen's introduction was previously recorded for a podcast released on March 18th, 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Therapy is really expensive, but comedian Ali Macofsky developed the ultimate life hack to make it affordable. Listen as she makes her television stand-up debut at the Ed Sullivan Theater and then visit her website for tour dates and ticket information: https://alimacofsky.com/shows. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile... There's disturbing new data about the way humans age, milk from horses may be easier on our stomachs, and the Burning Man festival is suffering from low ticket sales for the first time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Democratic Leader of the House of Representatives Hakeem Jeffries calls Nancy Pelosi "the greatest Speaker of all time," and offers his thoughts on why voters should choose the Harris-Walz ticket in the 2024 presidential election. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Night 4 of the DNC and Stephen is LIVE in Chicago from The Auditorium with his guest, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen Colbert goes LIVE following the star-packed third night of the Democratic National Convention where Pete Buttigieg lit into the GOP’s vice presidential candidate, and speakers like Oprah Winfrey and Stevie Wonder hyped up the crowd prior to the night’s main event, a rousing speech from vice presidential candidate Tim Walz. And Stephen's guest, Pete Buttigieg, compares the personal values embodied in two men from the Midwest, Tim Walz and J.D. Vance, who are running against each other for Vice President. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen Colbert welcomes an energetic crowd to Chicago’s Auditorium Theatre following the second night of the Democratic National Convention where delegates danced through a raucous musical roll call and listened to speakers including Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker who hit Trump right in the pocketbook, and Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff who told the story of meeting his wife, VP Kamala Harris. And Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi reacts to protestors who interrupted her live interview with Stephen Colbert at Chicago’s Auditorium Theatre, clarifying her positions regarding America’s support for Israel and dedication to the creation of an independent Palestinian state. Her book, “The Art of Power,” is available now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen Colbert goes LIVE from Chicago’s Auditorium Theatre following the first night of the Democratic National Convention, where VP Kamala Harris made a surprise appearance and President Joe Biden was honored for his half century of service to the country. And Former Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton joins Stephen Colbert after delivering a powerful speech at the Democratic National Convention and shares her thoughts on President Biden’s decision to pass the torch to VP Kamala Harris. Sec. Clinton’s new book, “Something Lost, Something Gained: Reflections on Life, Love, and Liberty,” is available for pre-order now. AND comedy legend Julia Louis-Dreyfus is eager to post an updated version of her viral social post from 2020 that celebrated the moment Kamala Harris was elected Vice President. Watch her conversation with the Democratic women governors is streaming live this Wednesday at 4pm ET here: https://www.youtube.com/live/xZnvchAkDZo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The lead singer and songwriter of Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds joins Stephen for a discussion of his latest album and some of his most powerful artistic experiences, including recording a song with Johnny Cash as the legendary artist was near death. Enjoy Stephen Colbert’s extended conversation with Nick Cave and check out his latest album ‘Wild God’ when it comes out on August 30th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… Starbucks has new leadership, too many Ontario residents are using their beaches as toilets, and the Ohio Supreme Court handed down a very confusing ruling about what constitutes a “boneless” chicken wing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Acclaimed actor Walton Goggins, who is nominated for an Emmy Award for his role in the post-apocalyptic series "Fallout," ran up an impressive bill for incidentals while filming the third season of "The White Lotus" at a five-star hotel in Thailand. "Fallout" is streaming now on Amazon Prime. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Newly hopeful Democrats are getting ready to party at their convention in Chicago next week, where Monday night will be dedicated to honoring President Joe Biden. Elsewhere, self-driving cars from Waymo are enraging residents of a San Francisco neighborhood. And if you don’t know her favorite sandwich or the first concert she attended, do you really know music superstar Billie Eilish? Check out her latest album, ‘Hit Me Hard and Soft,’ available now.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen meets an internet-famous horse, VP Kamala Harris has jumped out to a polling lead in several battleground states, vice presidential hopeful J.D. Vance is hurting Donald Trump’s chances of retaking the White House, and MTV decided to reschedule the Video Music Awards so as not to compete with the presidential debate on September 10th. Journalist Alex Wagner tells Stephen what to expect at the first night of the Democratic National Convention when President Biden is expected to deliver a landmark address and hand the keys to the party over to VP Kamala Harris. Catch “Alex Wagner Tonight” every Tuesday through Friday on MSNBC! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Donald Trump slurred his words throughout his disastrous X Spaces livestream with Elon Musk, and his team is in panic mode after it was revealed that the former president has been renting a plane that once belonged to Jeffrey Epstein. Elsewhere, Barack Obama’s annual summer playlist dropped and it’s as spicy as ever. Next, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. could turn around his failing presidential campaign with a run of good press, but that won’t be happening because everyone is still talking about the bizarre roadkill incident he confessed in a video featuring Roseanne Barr. Actor, comedian and “Fire Island” star Bowen Yang abandoned his pursuit of a career in medicine in much the same way that Steve Carell decided to pursue acting instead of going to law school. Catch him on the 50th season of “Saturday Night Live” this fall! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former president Donald Trump is struggling to define his new opponents while Vice President Harris and her running mate Governor Tim Walz pull huge crowds of newly electrified Democrats. Next up, Late Show writers Ariel Dumas and Gabe Gronli join Stephen Colbert to dish about Minnesota governor and vice presidential candidate, Tim Walz. And the anchor of CNN’s “The Source with Kaitlan Collins” put Donald Trump on speaker phone, much to the surprise of her Uber driver, when she called the former president for a comment following President Biden’s surprise exit from the race. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The hosts of “Pod Save America” talk about why the Biden and Trump campaigns agreed to an early debate in June, and Jon Lovett pitches some jokes for the current president to use on stage. Check out their new book, “Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps” (Originally aired June 18th, 2024). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech lover Stephen Colbert delivers expert analysis of the latest developments in robotics and artificial intelligence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gen X comedian Erica Rhodes explores the divide between her generation and millennials when it comes to self confidence. Erica is on tour now, find dates and ticket information at http://www.ericarhodescomedy.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emmy Award-winning actor Jeremy Allen White has a hard time watching himself on television, but when he finally sat down to view his performance in “The Bear,” he was so captivated that he couldn’t turn it off. Watch the new season of “The Bear” on Hulu now! (Originally aired June 20th, 2024). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen and podcast producer Becca talk Summer Olympics and Colbert's recent Olympian efforts at The Late Show softball team's recent game against Last Week tonight, then hear gold medalist Simone Biles' interview from November 2016! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen Colbert tells podcast listeners the exclusive backstory behind The Late Show's "Tea For Tuesday" weekly live stream before launching into two editions of "Tea At The Plaza," where 'White Lotus' and 'Parks And Recreation' star Aubrey Plaza spills the tea on her celebrity co-stars. The two "Tea at The Plaza" segments originally aired November 10th, 2021 and October 26th, 2022. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen is BACK on the podcast for more exclusive Colbert Classic introductions this week! Tonight he's catching up with podcast producer Becca about how excited they both are to head to Chicago for The Late Show's live shows during the DNC, then he talks about having dinner with Monty Python co-founder and comedy legend John Cleese! Big Furry Hat and John Cleese's interview originally aired November 13th, 2015. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

GRAMMY and Academy Award-winning superstar Billie Eilish grew up literally surrounded by music, playing guitar and singing Beatles songs with her parents and her brother Finneas. Head over to The Late Show's YouTube channel to see Billie Eilish perform “Lunch” from her new album, ‘Hit Me Hard and Soft' (Originally aired May 21st, 2024). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen examines new developments from the world of science, including the effects of magic mushrooms on the brain and a newly discovered hot, smelly planet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kids. They're like plants. They grow better if you talk to them. Stephen Colbert loves answering questions from real kids, especially when a friend like Senator Elizabeth Warren drops by to help. If your kid has a question for Stephen, post it on social media with the hashtag #ColbertKidQuestions or send it to us directly via this link: https://forms.gle/JGBFDFHHA5AYgRNJ7. Please include your child's name and age, and you may see your kid featured on a future episode! Visit http://www.colbertlateshow.com/kidque... for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen's gracing The Late Show Pod Show with his podcast presence for an exclusive introduction to an Audience Questions Replay originally released in April 2023. In this mix, Stephen tells stories about his family, working at "The Daily Show" with Jon Stewart, a few of his favorite memories from his time living in Chicago, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen jumps on the podcast for an EXCLUSIVE look back at the last time the DNC was in the midwest (sort of) and The Late Show insulted the beautiful city of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Hear the jokes that disgruntled the Brew City and the sausage race that made settled the score! The Virtual Tour of Milwaukee originally aired August 17th, 2020; The Milwaukee Apology Tour originally aired October 1st, 2021. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

'Veep' superfan Stephen Colbert and his podcast producer Becca are hanging out on the Pod Show tonight to give an exclusive introduction to the last TV interview the cast of HBO's 'Veep' did all together the week of their series finale (Original Air Date: May 9th, 2019). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen's back on the Pod Show this week with an exclusive introduction for Vice President Kamala Harris' 2019 interview on The Late Show, back when she was a Senator in California and running for President for the first time! Listen as Stephen talks with podcast producer Becca about bratwursts, 'brat' summer, and the 2024 election; and stay tuned for more special introductions on Colbert Classic podcasts while The Late Show's on summer break. Kamala Harris originally aired May 22nd, 20219. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Famous for her breakout role in “The Derry Girls,” actress Saoirse-Monica Jackson now stars in a new series set in the 1300s as the Black plague was ravaging Europe. “The Decameron” is streaming now on Netflix. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile: Researchers found unprecedented levels of cocaine in a group of sharks, Snoop is set to carry the Olympic torch during the festivities in Paris, and there's a shocking development in the Hello Kitty world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Director Jon M. Chu tells Stephen about his upbringing in Silicon Valley and how access to emerging digital film technologies fueled his rise as a filmmaker. Read more about Chu’s life and career in “Viewfinder" which is available now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Donald Trump seemed triggered by President Biden’s moving address to the nation, Stephen bids a fond farewell to Colbrat, and a bizarre rumor about Trump’s running mate is lighting up the internet. Superstar actor and comedian Kevin Hart discusses the impact of accountability culture on American comedy and what it’s like to “miss” with a bad joke. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Vice President Kamala Harris is already landing effective blows against Trumpism on the campaign trail, Republicans are regretting Trump’s choice of running mate, and the folks at Fox News are finding it hard to criticize Harris for her policies. As the founder of Pivotal Ventures, Melinda French Gates has set out to use her resources to encourage more women to run for office and set the agenda for America’s future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The internet is exploding with memes referencing the Vice President, Jake Tapper aspires to be as brat as Stephen Colbert, and Donald Trump can’t seem to land a blow against his new opponent in the presidential race. Emmy-winning actor Matthew Macfadyen has seen the final cut of his new film “Deadpool & Wolverine” and he promises that Marvel fans will “go bananas” when the film hits theaters this Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen pays tribute to Joe Biden and his historic decision to exit the presidential race, a decision that interrupted Wolf Blitzer’s Sunday fun day, prompted Charli XCX to proclaim that Vice President Harris is “brat,” and kicked off speculation about who will join Harris on the ticket. Keanu Reeves and Stephen Colbert go stargazing to examine some of life’s biggest questions. And Stephen plays a lightning round with the one and only Keanu Reeves, asking the beloved actor to share a favorite memory from each of his biggest films. Reeves’ latest project is a novel written in collaboration with author China Miéville titled “The Book of Elsewhere.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The one and only Martha Stewart returns for another legendary cooking segment on The Late Show, crafting a special dessert from her restaurant, The Bedford at Paris Las Vegas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… Kim K. tried a beauty treatment recommended by Jennifer Aniston, author George R. R. Martin is upset about the CGI dragons in HBO’s “House of the Dragon” series, two heroes saved the life of a choking raccoon, an Irish man rode across his country on a unicycle, Costco sells meal kits for doomsday preppers, and elephants are now being vaccinated against herpes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bestselling author and co-host of "The Breakfast Club" talks to Stephen Colbert about the recent rulings from the Supreme Court and argues that the Justices have undercut their own institution’s credibility. His latest book "Get Honest or Die Lying" is available now (Aired Wednesday, July 17th, 2024). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Donald Trump accepted his party’s nomination on the final night of the Republican National Convention following a rowdy speech from Hulk Hogan and a performance by Kid Rock. Meanwhile, viewers continued to be puzzled by the drastic change in Rep. Matt Gaetz’s appearance. Senator Bernie Sanders lists some of the progressive policies President Biden has promised to put forward should he be reelected, including expanding medicare, eliminating medical debt and capping rent increases. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen Colbert delivers his LIVE monologue following the third night of the Republican National Convention, where the GOP focused on stories of human suffering and Senator J.D. Vance spoke for the first time since being named as Donald Trump’s running mate. Elsewhere, top Democrats are reportedly urging President Biden to drop out of the race. Acclaimed actor Glen Powell joins Stephen to talk about his new film “Twisters” and the adorable pup he adopted while shooting the film. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen Colbert goes LIVE after the second night of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, where the GOP sought to project party unity and Nikki Haley offered an unequivocal endorsement of Donald Trump. Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren speaks about the life-changing benefits of programs put in place during President Biden’s presidency including student loan debt cancelation and capping the price of insulin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen Colbert delivers his LIVE monologue following the first night of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, and continues with a look at Trump’s pick of running mate and the shocking ruling from the federal judge in the former president’s classified documents case. And former congressman Adam Kinzinger points out that Trump’s running mate J.D. Vance has been highly critical of America’s support for Ukraine in the war against Russia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Actor, writer and director Andrew McCarthy shares a wild story of a night out on the town with Liza Minelli in 1985, including a stop at Sammy Davis Jr.’s house. Watch Andrew’s new documentary “BRATS” about the legendary Brat Pack, streaming now on Hulu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… Police in Tennessee found drugs disguised as food from Taco Bell, scientists developed a smiling face made of real skin for robots to wear, Stephen tries the new Campfire S’mores flavor of Cup Noodles, Matthew McConaughey is recovering after a nasty bee sting to his face, unruly restaurant customers in Georgia tried to funnel a margarita in an inappropriate way, and Heinz wants you to try all their sauces mixed into one bottle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The anchor of “NewsNight with Abby Phillip” told Stephen what it was like to cover President Biden’s epic failure at the first debate. “NewsNight with Abby Phillip” airs weeknights on CNN (Originally aired Monday, July 8th, 2024). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nancy Pelosi and Chuck Schumer appear to be wavering in their support for the president, Biden’s team pushed back at George Clooney after his op-ed urging the president to step aside, and two of America’s astronauts are stuck in space thanks to problems with a Boeing spacecraft. The anchor of “The Daily Report with John Dickerson” stops by to discuss the speculation around President Biden’s candidacy and reports that his team is seeking to learn how Vice President Harris would fare in a matchup against Donald Trump. Catch his show Monday through Thursday on the CBS News app.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Biden’s good showing in front of NATO did little to quell concerns among Democratic lawmakers, George Clooney offered a roadmap for replacing Biden on the ticket, and the inventor of MyPillow wants Donald Trump to put him in charge of U.S. elections. Donald Trump claims to know nothing about Project 2025 but the truth is that over 200 of his former staffers are laying plans for a far-right takeover of the entire federal bureaucracy should the GOP candidate win in November. Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer talks about the tense atmosphere in her state as she worked to keep the public safe during the pandemic while battling misinformation from the White House and an assassination attempt. Gov. Whitmer’s new memoir, “True Gretch,” is available everywhere now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Republicans released a party platform that pledges full allegiance to Donald Trump, JD Vance’s facial hair may sink his VP chances, and a report detailed the Biden team’s efforts to conceal signs of the president’s age-related decline. A cryptic social media post from tennis legend Serena Williams sent fans into a frenzy of speculation about her possible return to the court. Serena’s latest project is a docuseries called “In The Arena” which premieres tomorrow on ESPN+. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen Colbert recaps the reactions to President Biden’s disastrous debate and examines the challenges Democrats face going forward as the president refuses to step aside. Michael Douglas tells Stephen about watching Lewis Hamilton win the British Grand Prix, and recalls learning about racing from the legendary Steve McQueen on Douglas’s first film, “Adam at 6 A.M.” Catch his new documentary, “America’s Burning,” in theaters this Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The recently crowned People's Sexiest Man Alive, Paul Rudd, returned to The Late Show to tell Stephen what it's like wearing the world's most coveted sash. Originally aired November 15th, 2021. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the last couple years, we've seen frightening climate change-fueled weather events including ice quakes, fire tornadoes and heat domes, and that's just in North America. Stephen Colbert took a sobering look at how the world is reacting to this new normal of frequent extreme weather events in this special desk piece (Originally aired July 21st, 2021). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Actor Callum Turner talks about the bravery of the soldiers he and his castmates portray in the WWII-era series, “Masters of the Air,” which is streaming now on AppleTV+. Originally aired June 17th, 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen's back on the podcast with another exclusive introduction for the Fourth of July! Hear all about what he's cooking up for his friends and family this year and then enjoy a patriotic Colbert Classic: Lin-Manuel Miranda on all things "Hamilton!" Stick around for a musical performance you won't want to miss this Independence Day. Lin-Manuel Miranda originally aired December 15th, 2015. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

American royalty and literal royalty "Duke" it out on this Colbert Classic roundup: Independence Day edition! First Lady Michelle Obama and Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex each took The Colbert Questionert and revealed their true inner selves, or at least their favorite sandwiches. Michelle Obama originally aired January 3rd, 2023; Prince Harry originally aired February 28th, 2023. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our friend José Andrés returned to The Late Show alongside Ron Howard, who directed the film, "We Feed People," which profiles the amazing work by World Central Kitchen volunteers and staff around the world. Originally aired May 3rd, 2022. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every night before taping The Late Show, Stephen takes questions from the audience. In this podcast exclusive, hear Stephen's thoughtful answers to questions like "have you ever had a parrot for a pet," "what did you learn later about being a dad that you wish you had known at the beginning," "what role do you think political comedy has in our society at this moment in time," and "what do you miss most about Chicago?" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emmy and Peabody-winning director Ava DuVernay explains her choice to dramatize the real-life events portrayed in her new film, "Origin," based on the book "Caste" by Isabel Wilkerson. "Origin" is streaming now on Hulu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile... You won't believe what Mountain Dew has planned for the summer, a town in Germany hatched a sadistic plan to get rid of its pigeon problem, and if your kids aren't busy this summer you can pay for them to work at Chick-fil-A! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In honor of a new season of "The Bear" dropping on Hulu this week, enjoy these throwback interviews with Emmy-winning stars Ayo Edebiri and Ebon Moss-Bachrach! Actor and comedian Ayo Edebiri described the wild ride she’s been on since “The Bear” became a massive hit, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach told Stephen about the careful consideration that went into his portrayal of Cousin Richie on “The Bear.” Ayo originally aired on January 4th, 2023; Ebon originally aired January 9th, 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen's taking over his own podcast yet again with another exclusive introduction to a beloved Colbert Classic, this time with television legend and friend of the show, Dick Cavett. In this interview from January 2020, Stephen and Dick toasted his first visit to the Late Show with an orange juice and Campari cocktail, a drink introduced to him by none other than Marlon Brando. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen's back on the podcast with exclusive stories from his trip to The Vatican to meet Pope Francis! Hear all about his time at the Apostolic Palace where he was joined by an all-star lineup of comedians and comic artists, including author, old friend, and subject of today's podcast: David Sedaris, whose message to graduates at his 2018 commencement address was that they're perfectly well-equipped for poverty and rejection. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen's co-hosting The Pod Show this week and says he loves when comedians come on The Late Show prepared with hilarious material, so we prepared a hilarious podcast with "Curb Your Enthusiasm" star and comedian JB Smoove. First up, after failing to woo their voice of choice, the makers of ChatGPT found someone else who wanted the job. Next, JB Smoove got Stephen a new pocket square to level up his style when he came on The Late Show on Halloween in 2016. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen is back with more exclusive podcast intros for The Late Show Pod Show this week! To kick off their summer vacation, Stephen and podcast producer Becca cue up the Hamptons queen and beloved Food Network star Ina Garten, who traded treasured childhood memories with Stephen about their favorite homemade dishes in this extended cut of her interview from October 2022. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this extended interview on The Late Show Pod Show, New York Congressman Jamaal Bowman warns that the Republican party is trying to bully Americans into a singular way of thinking, which prevents people from learning about each other and finding strength in the country's diversity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tech lover Stephen Colbert offers his expert analysis on the latest news from the worlds of robotics and artificial intelligence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The star of Broadway’s “Cabaret At The Kit Kat Club,” Gayle Rankin, shares one of her showbiz secrets with Stephen Colbert and dares him to try it. Check out the show now at the August Wilson Theatre. Originally aired April 29th, 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Biden has pulled ahead of his challenger in the latest Fox News poll, both campaigns expect low-information voters to learn about the debate through social media, and another quirky detail about the unconventional lifestyle of presidential candidate RFJ Jr. has been revealed. Emmy Award-winning actor Jeremy Allen White has a hard time watching himself on television, but when he finally sat down to view his performance in “The Bear,” he was so captivated that he couldn’t turn it off. Catch the season premiere of “The Bear” next Thursday.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Americans mark the Juneteenth holiday with celebrations and remembrance, Stephen looks at the effects of heat on the human brain, the former president tried being nice for a change, and there’s a soggy scandal unfolding in the Green Mountain state. Emmy, GRAMMY and Tony Award-winning superstar Cynthia Erivo tells Stephen which artists are featured on the playlist she listened to when getting into character as Elphaba in the much-anticipated film adaptation of “Wicked.” Catch Cynthia performing at the Stonewall Day concert in New York City on June 28th and on stage in “A Little Night Music In Concert” at Lincoln Center. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Americans are sweating through a nationwide heatwave, Senator Chuck Schumer is taking heat for an obviously staged Father’s Day photo, Stephen checks in on Ian McKellen after the actor took a fall, and the Boston Celtics are the new NBA champions! The hosts of “Pod Save America” talk about why the Biden and Trump campaigns agreed to an early debate in June, and Jon Lovett pitches some jokes for the current president to use on stage. Check out their new book, “Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The former president spent his 78th birthday criticizing the RNC host city and giving America’s business leaders reasons to doubt his mental state. Then, Stephen dishes about meeting Pope Francis and chats with God about the Almighty’s taste in comedy. Next, Dr. Anthony Fauci tells Stephen about his recent testimony before Congress and what he perceives as the dangerous politicization of science in American life. Look for his new memoir, “On Call,” available now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Actor and comedian Chloe Fineman meets her big-screen husband Stephen Colbert for the first time in person, after the two provided voices for a married couple in the new film, "Despicable Me 4," which hits theaters July 3rd. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile... A musical about the life of Dolly Parton is coming to Broadway, hot dog fans can still get one for $1.50 at Costco, and "Wheel of Fortune" host Pat Sajak taped his final episode after 41 years at the helm of the game show. Next, Stephen Colbert examines new developments from the world of science, including the discovery of teenage dinosaur bones and the health benefits of laying on the floor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The amazing Evie Colbet joins Stephen for a special Father's Day edition of America's favorite late night greeting card segment.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The former president has been screening potential running mates, Supreme Court justice Clarence Thomas admits he failed to disclose luxury gifts from billionaires, and artificial intelligence experts say the technology will eventually destroy humanity. “Firebrand” star Jude Law wanted his Henry VIII to be as historically accurate as possible, right down to the king’s famously foul body odor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Noteworthy Catholic Stephen Colbert is headed to the Vatican to meet Pope Francis, President Biden’s poll numbers have ticked up amid his efforts to court young voters, and far-right anti-science Americans are rejecting pasteurization. The Emmy Award-winning host of “Late Night with Seth Meyers” makes his first visit to The Late Show and shares a behind-the-scenes story of getting together with Jimmy Fallon, John Oliver and Jimmy Kimmel to surprise Stephen Colbert on his 60th birthday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Biden pledged to respect the judicial process after his son Hunter was convicted, the former president made creepy remarks about Taylor Swift’s appearance, and the wife of Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito has a thing for flags. Jake Gyllenhaal explains why his suburban lawyer character in “Presumed Innocent” shares the same jacked physique as his character in “Roadhouse.” “Presumed Innocent” premieres tomorrow on AppleTV+. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The former president spent his weekend making speeches on the campaign trail where he revealed his true feelings about his voters, and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene likened him to the son of God. Sen. Cory Booker admits there are problems with how the U.S. government works, and he urges everyone to turn any feelings of despair into motivation to get involved and create change by voting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Superstar comedian and actor Tig Notaro talks about the hilarious moment when her twin sons first learned that their moms are gay. Her new special, “Tig Notaro: Hello Again” is streaming now on Prime. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… Huge invasive spiders are making their way up the East Coast this summer, a contestant on “Wheel Of Fortune” made a guess we’ll never forget, a German version of the hit CBS comedy “Ghosts” is in the works, a name from the “Dune” movies topped the list of new baby name trends, Goldfish crackers come in a spicy new flavor, and the film “Challengers” has sparked a new dating trend around guys who look like rodents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Acclaimed comedian Stephen Merchant was left awkwardly speechless when he realized that he and his partner were the only guests at Mick Jagger’s place on Thanksgiving. Merchant’s hit show “The Outlaws” is streaming now on Amazon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Biden visited France to commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day, the former president told Fox News how much he hates drugs and smoking, and Stephen looks into the meaty details of Sen. Bob Menendez’s bribery trial. Acclaimed actress Julia Louis-Dreyfus recently added “award-winning podcast host” to her long list of credentials when her show “Wiser Than Me” won the Podcast of the Year honor at the 2024 Webbys. Check out her latest film, “Tuesday,” in select theaters now and opening nationwide on June 14th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen looks into a newspaper exposé on President Biden’s age, Republicans are faking outrage over the President’s executive order on immigration, and the website for the Republican National Convention displayed a photo of Ho Chi Minh City instead of the host city Milwaukee. Living legend Jon Bon Jovi, who is celebrating the 40th anniversary of his band Bon Jovi with a new album titled “Forever” and a retrospective docu-series called “Thank You, Goodnight,” tells Stephen some wild stories about working in a Manhattan recording studio in his early twenties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Biden is on the cover of Time Magazine, Donald Trump discussed his spirituality with Fox News, and an adorable six year-old boy upstaged his father during a speech on the House floor. Stephen’s good friend Viggo Mortensen stops by to talk about his new film, “The Dead Don’t Hurt,” and reveals he was quite a rebellious toddler with a tendency to escape from his parents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen recaps the drama that followed the jury’s verdict in Donald Trump’s election interference trial, the former president claimed he never used the phrase “lock her up” in reference to Hillary Clinton, and former Fox chairman Rupert Murdoch has tied the knot with his fifth wife. GRAMMY Award-winning superstar Alicia Keys shares how she felt on opening night of her new show, “Hell’s Kitchen,” as famous friends like the former first lady showed up to support her. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Acclaimed actor Colman Domingo tells Stephen about the meticulous preparation he undertook for his portrayal of Bayard Rustin in the new film, “Rustin,” and what it’s like being friends with the film’s producers, Barack and Michelle Obama. “Rustin” is streaming now on Netflix. Originally aired January 11th, 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… Record numbers of men are getting filler injections in their private parts, a new Hulu competition show will feature an island full of first-timers, and Wendy’s has a frightening new menu item. Next up, Stephen examines new developments from the world of science, including a moonlit fish orgy and an app that can diagnose sexually transmitted infections in humans. Meanwhile originally aired May 23rd, 2024; Sound of Science aired April 29th, 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen and his podcast producer Becca talk rock and roll, corn costumes, and Martin guitars as they pull Neil Young's Late Show interview from the Colbert Classic archives for the finale of this week's exclusive podcast introductions! Neil Young originally aired May 26th, 2016. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen says hosting a late night show is like hosting a party, so tonight, you're invited to an extra special podcast introduction hosted by Colbert himself! Today's pod intro is all about waffles so heat up those irons and get your 'batter' up for another exclusive conversation with Stephen and his podcast producer, Becca. Then it's all about the Second Gentleman and how Biden Administration staffers had to scramble to figure out how to handle protocol after Douglas Emhoff became the first male spouse of the Vice President in this country's history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every night before taping the show, Stephen answers questions from the audience. But first, Stephen's talking with his podcast producer Becca about his new favorite cocktail recipe and first date with Evie. Find out what Stephen would bring to a potluck, who his hall pass is, and what The Late Show host's favorite piece of cutlery is in this latest edition of Audience Questions! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In another extra special podcast introduction, Stephen and his producer Becca talk about an exciting new [redacted] product in the works from The Late Show labs, an innovative pitch from "The Dana Carvey Show," James Dyson's Airblade & other inventions, Flannery O'Connor, "Moby Dick," and a Strike Force Five birthday surprise . All this and more leads up to tonight's podcast with inventor, entrepreneur and philanthropist James Dyson, who gives Stephen a window into his process when he's trying to use engineering to solve a problem. Dyson's latest product, the Supersonic Nural, is on sale now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen Colbert is back on The Pod Show this week telling stories, talking shop, and chatting with his podcast producer, Becca in another round of exclusive introductions on The Late Show Pod Show. Tonight, Stephen recalls some of his favorite memories from working with former "Colbert Report" writer and "Girls5eva" creator Meredith Scardino before throwing to an EXTENDED edit of their recent interview on The Late Show. "Girls5eva" is streaming now on Netflix! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comedian Paul Scheer tells Stephen about some of the terrible films he and his wife discuss on their podcast, “How Did This Get Made?” Paul’s new book, “Joyful Recollections of Trauma,” is available now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… A little girl in the UK had a lot to say about the price of ice cream, a study found microplastics present in human and canine testicles, and hundreds of people named Kyle gathered in a failed attempt to set a world record. And then, Late Show writer and certified pregnant human Carley Moseley helps Stephen Colbert shed some light on the mysteries of gestation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Actor Marisa Abela tells Stephen how she tackled the challenge of playing beloved entertainer Amy Winehouse in the new biopic, “Back to Black,” which is in theaters now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

More Americans are smoking weed than ever before, a Supreme Court Justice and the Speaker of the House have both flown a flag associated with Christian nationalism and the Jan 6 insurrection, and Donald Trump thinks President Biden will drop out of the presidential race before November. Chris Hemsworth tells Stephen how significant the "Mad Max" movies are to Australians, and how honored he is to be playing a villain in “Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga” which hits theaters Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Conservatives are freaking out over the revelation that the FBI was authorized to use deadly force when they raided Mar-a-Lago looking for classified documents, President Biden’s campaign is hiring a meme page manager to help him reach young people, and a new documentary about queer behavior in the animal world is stoking controversy. The fabulous Anya Taylor-Joy joins Stephen to talk about the challenges she faced as a person with no driving experience starring in a movie where her character drives some of the wildest vehicles ever brought to life on film. Watch “Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga” in theaters this Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trump's defense team rested after their final witness sparred with the judge, the presumptive GOP nominee posted a campaign ad featuring Nazi terminology, and seafood chain Red Lobster filed for bankruptcy. GRAMMY and Academy Award-winning superstar Billie Eilish grew up literally surrounded by music, playing guitar and singing Beatles songs with her parents and her brother Finneas. Head over to The Late Show's YouTube channel to see Billie Eilish perform “Lunch” from her new album, ‘Hit Me Hard and Soft.' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito blames his wife for the insurrectionist flag that flew in front of their home after January 6, 2020, Donald Trump wants President Biden to take a drug test before they debate, and Arizona prosecutors served Rudy Giuliani indictment papers at his 80th birthday party. Emmy Award-winner Sarah Paulson is starring in a hit play and just had her portrait hung at legendary Broadway haunt Sardi’s, so it’s ok if she takes a moment to self-celebrate. Catch her show, “Appropriate,” playing now at the Belasco Theater. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Bridgerton” star Claudia Jessie tells Stephen the painful tale of breaking her wrist on set, and explains how they covered up her cast in the final episodes of Season 2. Watch the first four episodes of “Bridgerton” Season 3 on Netflix now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile... You can grab new Eggo-branded high tops while supplies last, Stephen has to give “the talk” to older Americans, Wendy’s is giving out free nuggets on Wednesdays, a judge in Texas ruled that tacos are Mexican-style sandwiches, a Florida man was apprehended after stealing Pokémon cards, and Stephen reports on America’s rapidly shrinking attention spans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comedian Michelle Buteau tells Stephen the first joke she wrote as an aspiring stand-up, and encourages everyone to come out to Radio City Music Hall on June 6th when she will become the first woman to tape a comedy special on that legendary stage. Her new film “Babes” opens in theaters this Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

MAGA congressmen attended Trump’s hush money trial to support the defendant, New York’s mayor Eric Adams has a new plan to deal with the city’s rat problem, and a runaway raccoon won the hearts of pro soccer fans. If you don’t know whether he prefers dogs or cats, or which action movie is his favorite, do you really know comedy legend David Letterman? Watch as Stephen probes the mind of his “The Late Show” predecessor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Biden and Donald Trump will go head to head in two televised debates, Secretary of State Antony Blinken thought Ukrainians would be cheered up by a performance of “Rockin’ in the Free World,” and another yacht was sunk by orcas in the Strait of Gibraltar. Arizona officials say they can’t find Rudy Giuliani, despite the disgraced former mayor announcing his location every time he goes live on social media. And when Emmy Award-winning journalist George Stephanopoulos interviews GOP lawmakers and Trump surrogates on “This Week” and “Good Morning America,” he starts every conversation by asking if they accept the results of the 2020 presidential election. Stick around for more with George and check out his latest book, “The Situation Room,” available now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Cohen’s testimony in Trump’s hush money trial reveals a man who likes to act like a mafia boss, Melania Trump suggested her husband brush off the “Access Hollywood” tape as “locker room talk,” and the former president’s congressional allies are giving dumb speeches outside the courthouse. Jennifer Hudson learned to never wear her house shoes out at night after she found herself underdressed at a Diana Ross concert. “The Jennifer Hudson Show” airs weekdays nationwide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen Colbert is 60 years old today, Michael Cohen’s unfiltered TikTok live streams could undermine the prosecution’s case against Donald Trump, and the MAGA faithful gathered at the Jersey Shore to hear the former president speak about hot dogs and Hannibal Lecter. Next, old pals Steve Carell and Stephen Colbert revive "Even Stevphen," a beloved bit from their time at “The Daily Show” before launching into an EXTENDED interview where the longtime friends and creative partners reminisce about their early days at The Second City and plot a course for their next adventure together, possibly on Broadway. Catch Steve Carell at Lincoln Center in “Uncle Vanya” through June 16th and in the new movie “IF” in theaters this Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As a Senior Correspondent on “The Daily Show,” Desi Lydic has produced some truly crazy field pieces, none of which would have been possible without the rulebook created by the one and only Stephen Colbert. Watch her on “The Daily Show” airing weeknights on Comedy Central. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile... Fans of Beyoncé’s "Cowboy Carter" album are going to love the new sauce at Arby’s, a Tesla fan got hurt doing research on his Cybertruck, it’s easier than ever to find out where the Mister Softee truck will be, a new vodka is filtered through space rocks, heavily processed foods might kill you, and another Boeing plane suffered equipment failure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The star of the CBS comedy "The Neighborhood" stops by to celebrate the news that the show has been picked up for a seventh season, and to give Stephen a taste of what his Las Vegas residency with Toni Braxton is like. The season finale of "The Neighborhood" is streaming on Paramount+. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stormy Daniels landed a few verbal punches during her testimony in Trump’s hush money trial, the former president hosted NFT buyers for a meal at Mar-a-Lago, CBS could be auctioned off if Paramount is sold, and there’s no end to the fascination around the worm that ate a portion of RFK Jr.’s brain. If you don’t know his favorite sandwich, or which action movie is his favorite, do you really know “The Fall Guy” star Ryan Gosling? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are digging in to RFK Jr.'s brain worm saga, and Jen Psaki discusses Trump’s hush money case, and the importance of audiences understanding both the former president’s actions as well as the implications for his character. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stormy Daniels testified about her one night stand with Donald Trump, Stephen breaks down his favorite looks from the Met Gala, and a Chinese zoo got caught trying to pass off dogs as pandas. Emmy-winning comedian Tiffany Haddish tells Stephen where she gets her trademark confidence. Stick around for more with Tiffany Haddish and check out her new book, “I Curse You with Joy,” available now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Donald Trump spent his weekend making his Vice Presidential hopefuls debase themselves in front of GOP donors, Gov. Kristi Noem lied about meeting Kim Jong Un, and the parent company of this network is reportedly in merger talks with Sony. Proud papa Ethan Hawke talks about the complexities of Flannery O’Connor, the subject of his new film, and the joys of working on the film with his daughter Maya Hawke. “Wildcat” is in theaters now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emmy Award-winner Phil Keoghan returns to The Late Show to celebrate the 36th season of his hit show, “The Amazing Race,” and to chat with Stephen about the many wonders of his home country, New Zealand. Watch “The Amazing Race” on Wednesday nights at 9:30 on CBS! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… A lucky cat was returned to her owners after spending six days stuck in an Amazon box, a boy in the UK is the world’s greatest seagull screecher, the makers of a vegan cheese beat dairy-based rivals to win a prestigious competition, Airbnb created a replica of the old man’s house from “Up,” an unidentified New Yorker drew a huge crowd to watch him eat cheese balls, Drew Barrymore wrote out a list of her sexual partners and then lost the list, and Sprite introduced a cool new flavor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Actor and stand-up comedian Hannah Einbinder reveals some deeply personal and facets of her personality, including her obsession with mushrooms and her undying love for the Philadelphia Eagles. Watch Hannah in the third season of "Hacks," premiering on Max this Thursday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While Donald Trump snoozes in court, his former lawyer Michael Cohen is mocking him on TikTok. Elsewhere, Governor Kristi Noem tried to explain away her puppy murder story, and another Boeing aircraft lost a crucial part mid-flight. The amazing John Leguizamo tells Stephen the true story of terrible crimes committed against Native American families, which he depicts in his new series, “The Green Veil,” available now at http://www.thenetwork.stream. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Biden may be easing marijuana restrictions to boost his flagging support among young people, Donald Trump can’t stay awake in court during his hush money trial, and ABC fired weatherman Rob Marciano over anger management issues. With confessed puppy murderer Kristi Noem on the outs, speculation about Trump’s choice of running mate has turned to North Dakota governor Doug Burgum.  If you don’t know her favorite action movie, or what she thinks happens when we die, do you really know comedy legend Carol Burnett? Watch Carol’s performance in her latest project, “Palm Royale,” streaming now on AppleTV+. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The judge in Trump’s hush money trial threatened to jail the former president for violating his gag order, pro-Palestinian protests continue to ramp up on college campuses, and a Senate candidate from West Virginia is running some bizarre campaign ads. Jeff Daniels shares his personal experiences of being tempted by the intoxicating effects of Hollywood stardom, and why he sees similar fame-chasing behavior among politicians like Marjorie Taylor Greene and Matt Gaetz. Watch Jeff’s latest project, “A Man In Full,” premiering Thursday on Netflix. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

South Dakota governor Kristi Noem admitted to murdering her 14-month-old puppy, the former president is suspected of passing gas while snoozing in court, and there are new revelations from National Enquirer publisher David Pecker’s testimony in Donald Trump’s hush money trial. Jean Smart says performing real stand-up comedy is “too scary,” but she loves doing it for an audience of extras paid to laugh on the set of “Hacks,” which returns for a third season this Thursday on Max. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Activist, author and acting legend George Takei shares the gut-wrenching story of his family’s experience during WWII, when racism and war hysteria led the United States government to imprison 125,000 Japanese-Americans in internment camps. His new book, “My Lost Freedom,” chronicles his family’s experience in a way that makes it easy for parents to teach their children about this dark period in America’s recent history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… Heinz wants Chicago residents to put ketchup on their hot dogs, ugly shoes are more popular than ever, New York is trying a new approach to pest control, and a fancy wine club requires a steep membership fee and a vibe check. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen and his podcast producer Becca wrap up another week of extra special introductions on the Pod Show by discussing everything that Stephen Colbert loves to watch in his free time, from Reid Scott on "Veep," to Meg Ryan rom-coms and a British TV show about a farm veterinarian trying to have it all. Check out Reid Scott’s latest film, “The Idea of You,” on Prime Video starting May 2nd. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen and podcast producer Becca are in the booth all week long recording special introductions to even special-er podcasts. In this intro, Stephen talks about what it's like to sit down with a master like 16-time GRAMMY winner, Paul Simon, for a wide-ranging interview touching on topics like his childhood love of rock and roll, his favorite (and least favorite!) Paul Simon songs, his thought process while writing “Darling Lorraine,” and the dream that inspired his latest album, the subject of the documentary "In Restless Dreams." Paul Simon originally aired March 14th, 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen and his podcast producer Becca talk about their coworker's famous cookie recipe that made it into his new cookbook, and swap more stories about baking and The Barefoot Contessa before launching into another exclusive Audience Questions podcast. In this latest compilation, Stephen answers hard-hitting questions about potatoes, cookies, his relationship with his stage manager, his favorite Daily Show field piece, and more. Stephen & Evie's new cookbook, "Does This Taste Funny?" is available for preorder now: bit.ly/colbert-cookbook. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen Colbert and his podcast producer Becca exchange solar eclipse stories and more in this Pod Show exclusive introduction to Neil deGrasse Tyson's extended 2022 interview promoting his book, "Starry Messenger: Cosmic Perspectives on Civilization.” Neil deGrasse Tyson originally aired September 22nd, 2022. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen is back on the podcast to give some context to a long-running bit with Pulitzer Prize-winning historian and biographer Doris Kearns Goodwin in this special introduction to her latest appearance on The Late Show. Goodwin recalls the feeling of demonstrating in support of civil rights in the 1960s and urges young people to get out and push back against present-day forces that threaten to take away the rights and freedoms achieved decades ago. Her latest book “An Unfinished Love Story: A Personal History of the 1960s” is available now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emmy Award-winner Paul Walter Hauser tells Stephen about getting sober in the middle of shooting “Blackbird,” and says his lifelong love of wrestling led him to go pro. Hauser’s latest project, “Orion and the Dark” is on Netflix now (Originally aired January 31st, 2024). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen announces The Late Show is bound for Chicago this summer, meanwhile… British shepherds figured out that Axe body spray keeps their sheep from fighting, the CMO of Taco Bell says his special order is “life changing,” and NBA star Boban Marjanović is being hailed as a true American hero after winning free chicken for the crowd at a Rockets-Clippers game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Acclaimed actor Anna Sawai tells Stephen about living inside her “Shōgun” character’s skin for ten months while filming in Vancouver, and she teaches him how to do the character’s special walk. New episodes of FX’s “Shōgun” air Tuesdays on Hulu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The judge in Trump’s hush money trial is finding it hard to keep personal information about jurors from leaking out, a new poll shows President Biden trailing his rival by double digits in a hot dog eating contest, and workers at a Connecticut bird sanctuary rescued two vultures who got intoxicated after dumpster diving. Growing up in Canada, where an apology can sometimes mean much more than “sorry,” all Sandra Oh wanted was to move to New York and become a theater actor, which she’ll be doing this summer in a new off-Broadway show. Stick around for more with Sandra Oh and catch her performance Sundays on HBO in the new series, “The Sympathizer.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The House GOP’s impeachment of Alejandro Mayorkas died in the Senate today, Stephen Colbert won’t tolerate abuse of his “Strike Force Five” teammate Jimmy Kimmel, and President Biden is using fashion to shave a few years off his look. “I wanted to be an artist back then,” says acting legend John Lithgow as he tells Stephen about his experience going back to high school for the new special “Art Happens Here,” which airs next Friday on PBS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the former president’s criminal trial under way, over 6,000 New Yorkers received summonses for jury duty. The judge denied several of Donald Trump’s requests for days off from the trial, while a small number of the MAGA faithful supported the defendant outside the courthouse. Actor Orlando Bloom tells Stephen about overcoming fear to attempt the “dangerous, terrifying, unnatural” stunts in his new show. Stick around for more with Orlando Bloom and watch “Orlando Bloom: To The Edge” streaming this Thursday on Peacock. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen has a new accountant, the former president’s criminal trial kicked off in New York City, and Billy Joel fans were left in shock when a broadcast of the artist’s concert came to an abrupt end on Sunday night. Renowned author Salman Rushdie shares details about the stabbing attack that nearly took his life. Stick around for more with Salman Rushdie and learn more about the attack in his new book, “Knife: Meditations After An Attempted Murder.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emmy-winning documentarian and author Henry Louis Gates, Jr. recalls his years at Yale University and the ideological bullies who tried to tell him how to be Black. With his new book “The Black Box” Gates aims to vanquish those bullies and help young Black people avoid the anxiety and angst that his generation suffered. “The Black Box” is available everywhere now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… Gwyneth Paltrow confessed to an obsession with Spanx, Costco is selling the latest weight loss drugs, the odds on a coin toss aren’t exactly 50/50, the blue milk from the “Star Wars” films is about to hit store shelves, we might know why your eyes hurt after watching the eclipse, New Jersey beaches are littered with some strange discarded items, and the Planters Nutmobile is seeking skilled drivers for a cross-country tour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Actor Wilmer Valderrama stops by to celebrate the 1,000th episode of “NCIS,” which airs Monday night on CBS, and to tell Stephen about the work that goes into keeping the series fresh after 21 seasons. His memoir, “An American Story: Everyone’s Invited,” is due out in September. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When standup comedian Demetri Martin recently returned to New York City after a long absence, it became clear to him why everyone is always rushing around. Demetri’s latest comedy special, “Demetri Deconstructed,” is streaming now on Netflix. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Arizona’s State Supreme Court will enforce an anti-abortion law that predates the founding of the state, while the presumptive GOP nominee for president can’t decide where he stands on the issue. In sports news, for the first time ever, the NCAA Women’s basketball final was watched by more people than the men’s final. CNN Chief Global Anchor Christiane Amanpour lends an international perspective to the news that Arizona is banning all abortions, at a time when countries like France are moving in the other direction and codifying women’s reproductive rights into law. Watch “The Amanpour Hour” every Saturday on CNN. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Donald Trump’s hush money trial will stay in New York despite his efforts to change the venue, his social media company’s value has plummeted, and Japan is urging the world to rein in generative artificial intelligence. GRAMMY Award-winning musician and Texas native Maren Morris tells Stephen about gigging at chili cook-offs and amateur wrestling matches when she was a teenager, and how much she misses Tex-Mex food now that she has put down roots in Nashville. Check out her new book, “Addie Ant Goes on an Adventure,” available everywhere now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pets, zoo animals, political candidates and cable news anchors all exhibited odd behavior related to the solar eclipse, Stephen shares the details of his earthquake experience, an Italian volcano is blowing smoke rings, and the former president claims he raised $50 million in one night. Democratic Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez explains her use of the word “genocide” in a speech criticizing U.S. support for Israel’s military actions, and describes speaking to President Biden about the urgent need to increase the amount of humanitarian aid reaching Gaza. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the latest edition of "That's Yeet. Dabbing on Fleek, Fam!" Late Show writer and board-certified young person Eliana Kwartler tells Stephen why reading books is the hottest new trend among the youths. Next, acclaimed actor Tim Blake Nelson ("Holes," "O Brother, Where Art Thou?," and "The Ballad of Buster Scruggs") shares a thoughtful take on the difference between a movie star like Brad Pitt and a successful character actor like himself. Hear Tim and Stephen parse out the advantages of the novel as a mode of storytelling in this podcast exclusive extended interview, and find Tim’s new novel, “City of Blows,” out now in paperback. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… A NASCAR race took an ugly turn after a crash, broccoli crowns are the new trending makeup tool, authorities found a massive shipment of cocaine hiding inside avocados, and an overweight alligator in Florida has been put on a diet. And Sonequa Martin-Green shares stories about her husband and two beautiful children and tells Stephen that her other family, the cast and crew of “Star Trek: Discovery,” have evolved together in beautiful ways over the show’s five seasons. The fifth and final season of “Star Trek: Discovery” premieres this Thursday on Paramount+. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“The Fall Guy” and "Ted Lasso" star Hannah Waddingham shows off the scars she gained by doing stunts for her new film, and tells Stephen she doesn’t fear anything after acting out real torture scenes in “Game Of Thrones.” Check out “The Fall Guy” when it opens in theaters May 3rd. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An alarming number of Americans believe violence can solve our political divisions, the oldest man in the world has passed away, and a man in Oregon has a near miss with a giant runaway saw blade. Steve Buscemi joins Stephen Colbert in a hot air balloon ride, and then talks about his experience doing research for the new film he directed called “The Listener,” which tells the story of a woman who provides support and advice to people over the phone. Watch “The Listener” now in theaters and video on demand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are some new names on Forbes’s list of the world’s billionaires, the former president spewed racist lies about migrants at a rally in Michigan, and a wide variety of brands are cashing in on the excitement around next week’s total solar eclipse. Stephen Colbert comments on the IDF airstrike that killed 7 volunteers from World Central Kitchen in Gaza, and quotes the organization’s founder Chef José Andrés who said plainly, “food is not a weapon of war.” If you would like to support World Central Kitchen in their nonpartisan mission to feed hungry people around the world, consider making a donation at https://wck.org. Beloved actor Gillian Anderson, who plays former BBC journalist Emily Maitlis in the new film “Scoop,” is terribly embarrassed by how she acted when meeting Maitlis for the first time. “Scoop” premieres this Friday on Netflix.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A subprime auto loan magnate helped Donald Trump post a $175M bond in New York, Truth Social’s stock price tanked in its first week of trading, RNC co-chair Lara Trump dropped a country song the same day Beyoncé released “Cowboy Carter,” and Stephen does the math on an upcoming plague of trillions of cicadas. Savannah Guthrie, co-anchor of “The Today Show,” tells Stephen what led her to write a book about her relationship with God. The book, “Mostly What God Does,” is available now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former president Trump honored Easter by lashing out at his enemies, and the White House press pool was put on notice for lifting too many souvenirs from the president’s airplane. If you don’t know his favorite sandwich, or what he thinks happens when we die, do you really know Matt Damon? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Technologically advanced late night host Stephen Colbert brings you the latest digital developments from around the world in his state of the art segment, "Cyborgasm." And the amazing Juno Temple wows Stephen with her skillful transition from Minnesota accent, for her role in “Fargo,” to the heavy English accent she employs in her portrayal of Keeley in “Ted Lasso.” The final season of “Fargo” is streaming now on Hulu. This episode originally aired on January 17th, 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… Chick-fil-A ditched their promise to never feed antibiotics to their chickens, the NFL announced new rules for kicking off gameplay, and a local news exposé revealed that popular DNA tests for pets may be a total scam. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Peabody Award-winning journalist and CNN host Fareed Zakaria argues that a backlash to rapid cultural change is the root cause of right wing movements around the world, and he urges Israel to heed President Biden’s warning and learn from America’s mistakes in responding to terrorism. His new book, “The Age of Revolutions,” is available now and his show, “Fareed Zakaria GPS” airs Sundays on CNN. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two-time PGA Champion Justin Thomas joined Stephen to talk about his lifelong love of golf, what it was like to play for money with Michael Jordan, and the rewarding experience of representing the United States in the Ryder Cup. Learn more about Justin Thomas in the Netflix docu-series, “Full Swing,” streaming now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The former president wants to make America pray again, NBC parted ways with Ronna McDaniel mere days after announcing her hiring, and her former employer, the Republican National Committee, will only hire people who swear the 2020 election was rigged. Actor Liam Neeson seems happy to participate in the current wave of Irish pride that is sweeping Hollywood, alongside his talented countrymen like Paul Mescal and Cillian Murphy. Stick around for more with Liam Neeson and catch him in the new film, “In The Land of Saints and Sinners,” in theaters Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There’s no way Truth Social is worth what investors are paying for it, President Biden posed for a St. Patrick’s Day photo with members of RFK Jr.’s family who oppose his candidacy, and Democratic operative James Carville blames the party’s problems on “preachy women.” The legendary queen of TV variety shows, Carol Burnett, tells Stephen about going toe-to-toe with Johnny Carson and shares stories about appearing alongside Elvis Presley on “The Ed Sullivan Show.” Watch her new show, “Palm Royale,” streaming now on AppleTV+. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An appeals court threw Donald Trump a lifeline by cutting the bond for his New York fraud conviction, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene moved to remove Speaker Mike Johnson over keeping the government open, and Boeing is replacing its top leadership after a series of mishaps. Meanwhile… The makers of Duvel beer in Belgium suffered a cyberattack, Italy apparently enforces its traffic laws, and scientists are urging people not to vape because of serious effects on mental health. Retired Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer tells Stephen that one reason he wrote his new book, “Reading The Constitution,” is to convey information about how the Supreme Court justices approach their legal decision-making. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NBA legend Charles Barkley came to The Late Show in March 2019 to place a big wager with Stephen on the Sweet Sixteen matchup between UNC and Auburn (Original Air Date: March 27th, 2019). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… Dolly Parton leaked some news about Beyoncé’s country album, an Australian billionaire wants to build a new Titanic, animal rescue specialists have an adorable method for feeding baby foxes in captivity, and the new LaGuardia airport is a hit with passengers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen Colbert (Host, Writer, Executive Producer, Has-His-Name-On-The-Building) and Becca (Podcast Producer, Writer's AP, Softball Team Captain) talk about their hobbies outside of work and favorite food spots in NYC before launching into another podcast exclusive compilation of Stephen answering audience members' questions. In this cut, Stephen chats with his audience about his upcoming birthday plans, late night host dinner etiquette, his favorite museums, favorite operas, favorite Late Show guests, shaving his head in Iraq in 2009, and his favorite parts from the Rally To Restore Sanity And/Or Fear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen's on the podcast again tonight with associate producer Becca, giving you a backstage look at how downtime gets spent at the office. Stephen goes on to talk about his love for Tom Hollander's roles in shows like "The Thick Of It" and "In The Loop" before introducing this podcast-exclusive extended interview with acclaimed actor Tom Hollander. Watch Tom as Truman Capote in “Feud: Capote vs. The Swans” streaming now on Hulu. Tom Hollander originally aired March 11th, 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nobody knows Stephen like Amy Sedaris does! In this podcast exclusive conversation, Stephen Colbert and podcast producer Becca talk about friend of the show and Colbert's friend since 1988, Amy Sedaris. Then listen to Amy take over The Late Show desk and interview Stephen about their friendship, their time at Second City, "Strangers with Candy," as well as the heated topic of Stephen's infamous shrimp paste in her Flipped Interview from October 2019. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen's taking over the The Late Show Pod Show with exclusive introductions and delightfully tangential conversations on our podcasts all week long. Tonight, he talks with Becca, our podcast producer, about how he found comedian Ariel Elias via Instagram Reels, and then speaks at length with great fondness about "The Queen" and all of her projects: comedian Maria Bamford. Stick around to hear both stand up sets from these hilarious comics and stay tuned for more Stephen on the Pod Show this week! Ariel Elias originally aired March 6th, 2024; Maria Bamford originally aired January 15th, 2016. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen Colbert is back on the Pod Show with a deep dive into one of The Late Show's most celebrated segments: The Colbert Questionert. Listen as Stephen tells podcast producer Becca about how Keanu Reeves played a hand in the Questionert's origin story, which celebrity's answers have stuck out to him the most, and what size tomato he prefers in his BLTs in this podcast exclusive conversation with our host. Then enjoy the original first two Colbert Questionerts with Tom Hanks and Meryl Streep, both administered over Zoom in early 2021. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emmy Award-winning actor Carrie Preston tells Stephen how the character Elsbeth has evolved from her debut on “The Good Wife” to her starring role in the new CBS series bearing her name. Listen to this extended cut of her interview where Stephen asks about her role in "The Holdovers," and catch “Elsbeth” every Thursday starting April 4th on CBS and streaming on Paramount+. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… A Christian nightclub in Nashville doesn’t allow twerking, New York City is marking 25 years of “Law & Order: SVU,” fans of “The Sopranos” have a chance to own a pivotal piece of the series’ final episode, “Balls out bowling” is popular in Pittsburgh, Hidden Valley Ranch teamed up with Cheez-Its for a new dressing, a New York City man lived rent free in a hotel for five years, and a bakery got caught reselling Dunkin’ donuts as allergen-free. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen Colbert challenges historian, philosopher, and "Sapiens" author Yuval Noah Harari to explain why artificial intelligence may pose a threat to humanity. In this extended cut of their interview, the bestselling author speculates on how our future could be shaped by AI. Check out his latest book, “Unstoppable Us: Volume Two,” available now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen Colbert goes LIVE following President Biden’s 2024 State of the Union speech, which was delivered in front of members of the Supreme Court, both houses of Congress, and former New York Rep. George Santos. CBS News Chief Political Analyst John Dickerson joins Stephen to discuss President Biden’s State of the Union speech, and begins with a historical perspective on the ritual of America’s president speaking yearly in front of Congress. Watch his show, “CBS News Prime Time,” Monday through Thursday on the CBS News app and http://www.cbsnews.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

American astronauts cast their primary votes from Earth’s orbit yesterday, President Biden’s biggest primary threat wasn’t named Jason Palmer, Senator Mitch McConnell endorsed Trump, and the latest presidential polling from The New York Times is complete garbage. America’s favorite astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson tests the limits of his friendship with “Dune” superfan Stephen Colbert by pointing out potential scientific plot holes. Check out his book, “Starry Messenger,” available now in paperback. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Swift is helping get out the vote on Super Tuesday, former First Lady Michelle Obama announced she will not run for president, and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos is once again the world’s richest person. Senator Bernie Sanders articulates some of the reasons why he believes a second Trump presidency would be a disaster at home and abroad, and does not mince words when it comes to his soon-to-be-former colleague Kyrsten Sinema, who stood in the way of President Biden’s “Build Back Better” initiative coming out of the pandemic. Check out his book, “It's OK to Be Angry About Capitalism,” available now.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen declared the Supreme Court unconstitutional last week so it’s okay to ignore their latest nonsensical ruling, Trump’s mental decline was on full display during speeches he delivered at his weekend rallies, and new details have emerged about rampant prescription drug abuse by the former president’s White House staffers. 14-time Emmy Award-winner RuPaul talks about the joys of working with his friends on “RuPaul’s Drag Race,” and credits his mother with setting him on the right path in life by sharing her secret to happiness. Check out the book, “The House of Hidden Meanings,” available now.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oscar-nominated director Denis Villeneuve says he and the “Dune” actors became obsessed with mastering the language created for the films. In this extended cut, Denis and Stephen discuss how Villeneuve created such an immersive world, what he thinks of those popcorn buckets and what it was like shooting in Wadi Rum, and how he's watched young Timothée Chalamet grow up into a leading man through his films. See his work on the big screen now in “Dune: Part Two.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… New York City subway surfers got busy on top of a train, we’ve learned it was never really necessary to put your phone in Airplane Mode on a flight, Stephen Colbert bravely samples the latest fast food abomination, Apple canceled plans to build an electric car, Staten Island is overrun by wild turkeys, and singer Ricky Martin went public with his love of feet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former SNL writer and comedian & actor you know from "Los Espookys," Julio Torres and Stephen Colbert bond over their memories of being bored in school and just waiting to grow up. Watch the film he wrote, directed, and stars in, “Problemista,” in select theaters this weekend and everywhere on March 22nd. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Supreme Court is damaging its legacy and moral authority by delaying justice in Trump’s insurrection trial, President Biden passed his annual physical, and Donald Trump Jr. believes Amish voters could put his father back in office. And Rebecca Ferguson still hasn’t finished reading “Dune,” but talks at length in this extended cut of her interview about how excited she is for everyone to see "Dune: Part Two" this weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen puts aside politics to acknowledge Mitch McConnell’s big announcement, the former PM of Australia confirmed that Trump is obsessed with Vladimir Putin, and the star witness in the House GOP’s impeachment case against President Biden took bogus intelligence from Russian spies and was arrested for lying to the FBI. Emmy Award-winner Chris Hayes breaks down today’s bombshell announcement that the Supreme Court will hear Donald Trump’s immunity case - seven weeks from now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Biden’s awkward ice cream moment came one day before some Democrats in Michigan used their primary votes to protest his support of Israel’s actions in Gaza, while Republicans are pushing state-by-state birth control bans and blocked a bill that would have protected access to contraception nationwide. “Dune: Part Two” star Josh Brolin joins Stephen for a raucous interview that reveals details about their quirky friendship and includes a surprise cameo from director Denis Villeneuve. In this exclusive extended cut, hear Brolin talk about his upcoming "unconventional memoir" and how it stacks up to his stepmom Barbra Streisand's 1,000 page memoir. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Donald Trump must come up with hundreds of millions of dollars before he can appeal the ruling in his New York civil fraud case, his GOP primary opponent is staying in the race despite losing her home state of South Carolina, and the former president defended his mental acuity in a speech to conservatives. And if you don’t know his favorite action movie, or what he thinks happens when we die, do you really know Arnold Schwarzenegger? Check out his new book, “Be Useful: Seven Tools for Life.”  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The amazing Danielle Pinnock tells Stephen how much she enjoys her "Ghosts" character Alberta, a jazz singer who represents an iconic period of Black history. Catch Season 3 of "Ghosts" on CBS and stream it on Paramount+. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Writer and director Christopher Nolan sat down with Stephen for a lengthy interview on all things "Oppenheimer" earlier this month, but there was more Nolan that didn't make it to air on TV! We've got the extra beats on The Late Show Pod Show so you can hear what Nolan thinks of AI, "The Thing," and his childhood experiments with his father's Super 8 camera. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen Colbert gives a special introduction to a Pod Show exclusive and presents a new compilation of questions he's taken from the audience in the Ed Sullivan theater. Find out why Stephen started making this Q&A a part of his regular showtime routine at The Colbert Report, and hear him answer questions such as: What's the biggest fish you've ever caught? Who's your favorite late night host to do the job? At what moment did you chose comedy over dramatic acting? And what was it like to interview Eminem on a local cable access channel in Monroe, Michigan in 2015? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen and his producer Becca talk about the 60th anniversary of The Beatles' first US tour, including an historic pitstop at The Late Show's very own Ed Sullivan Theater. Listen as Stephen breaks down the nearly 100-year history of his current workplace ahead of this extra long Paul McCartney interview from 2019, when Stephen divulged his personal connection to McCartney's music in a conversation about legacy, grief, and a little old band called The Beatles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen's back with another week of special introductions on The Pod Show and says he's happy to plug anything for a guest! And Ryan Gosling tells Stephen that he was dragged across Sydney's Harbour Bridge on a shovel while shooting his latest film, "The Fall Guy," an action comedy that honors the work of Hollywood's stunt performers. Then, Stephen and Ryan exchange gifts and the "Barbie" star does the unthinkable, bestowing upon our host one of the world's highest honors: Ken's mink coat. Catch "The Fall Guy" in theaters this May. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen Colbert is adding a personal touch to the Pod Show this week with special commentary leading off each podcast episode along with his producer, Becca. Hear why John Krasinski wrote and directed "IF" for his kids, and what Stephen really thinks of John's arm wrestling chops. "IF" opens in theaters on May 17th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Actress Lily Gladstone was destined to bring home an Academy Award nomination, according to her high school classmates. Watch her award-winning performance in the Martin Scorsese film, “Killers of the Flower Moon,” streaming globally on AppleTV+. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… A school district in Kentucky gave students a day off after the Super Bowl, Taco Bell has new Mountain Dew-inspired dessert items, Pizza Hut will help you break up with your lover this Valentine’s Day, a pastor was caught paying people in meth after watching them have sex, there’s a hot fan theory about how “Star Wars” character Rey Skywalker was conceived, and “Dune: Part Two” star Josh Brolin wrote a book of poems while on set. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Evie McGee Colbert returns to The Late Show to help her husband Stephen select the perfect greeting card for Valentine’s Day, and to announce the release of their first cookbook, “Does This Taste Funny?” Pre-order the book here: bit.ly/colbert-cookbook. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen Colbert urges Americans not to become numb to Donald Trump’s crimes, and offers a reminder that no other presidential candidate has ever had to pause his campaign to defend himself in multiple trials, for example, his election fraud case in Georgia where the district attorney is being scrutinized for a potentially inappropriate relationship that has no bearing on the facts of the case against the former president. Billy Joel gives Stephen Colbert a peek behind the curtain at his creative process and shares what motivated him to release his first new single in 30 years, “Turn The Lights Back On.” Stick around for more with Billy Joel and tune in to watch the 100th show of his Madison Square Garden residency when it airs on CBS on April 14th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Russia might be pursuing space nukes, Catholic Americans celebrated two very different holidays today, and the former president is desperate for affection. Actor, producer and entrepreneur Mark Wahlberg first encountered the story of a dog named Arthur in a sports documentary, and knew right away he wanted to turn it into a feature film. See the heartwarming story on the big screen when “Arthur the King” hits theaters on March 15th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Snowy weather may have suppressed turnout in New York’s special election to replace Rep. George Santos, Donald Trump wants to install his daughter-in-law as co-chair of the RNC, and there are new candy hearts for people in unconventional relationships. Oscar-winning actor and writer Matt Damon promised his family he would take some time off, but then “Oppenheimer” director Christopher Nolan reached out to him with an offer. Stick around for more with Matt Damon and check out his new documentary, “Kiss the Future,” in AMC theaters on February 23rd and streaming on Paramount+ later this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce won big in Las Vegas on Super Bowl Sunday, Democrats are panicking about President Biden’s age and mental fitness, and Donald Trump told Pennsylvania voters that their state would be renamed if he loses the election. John Oliver dares Disney’s lawyers to come after him for using Steamboat Mickey to promote the 11th season of “Last Week Tonight.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen recaps tonight's Super Bowl on a special Sunday night Late Show, and says goodbye to an old friend who's been living under his desk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… A store in Kentucky has the world’s grooviest bathroom, an Australian toddler got stuck in the claw game at an arcade, a pair of cruise passengers were arrested after trying to sail to England with 112 bags of marijuana, a study shows Clown Fish can count, Stephen gives his audience “the talk,” and you can now get taco shells blasted by Cinnadust. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Justin Hartley shares a preview of his new CBS primetime drama, “Tracker,” and promises that this new character won’t shed nearly as many tears as the one he played in “This Is Us.” Watch the series premiere of “Tracker” on CBS following Super Bowl LVIII. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Supreme Court heard arguments in the Colorado ballot suit brought by an elderly constitutional scholar, the current president is no longer being investigated for stashing classified docs in his garage. If you don't know his favorite smell, or which animal he thinks is the scariest, do you really know André 3000? Learn more about the man behind the flute in this edition of The Colbert Questionert. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The House GOP achieved new levels of dysfunction this week with their botched impeachment vote, Nikki Haley took second place in Nevada’s primary despite running unopposed, and the former president is pushing RNC chair Ronna McDaniel to resign. Stephen Colbert sits down with “Oppenheimer” writer and director Christopher Nolan for a wide-ranging interview set in a very apropos location: Albert Einstein’s office at the Institute for Advanced Study on the campus of Princeton University. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A three-judge panel smacked down the former president’s claim of absolute immunity from prosecution, the current president might be talking to ghosts, and conspiracy theorists believe the CIA is rigging the Super Bowl to help Taylor Swift get President Biden reelected. Next, Stephen bids farewell to country music legend Toby Keith. And author & political analyst Joy-Ann Reid offers an explanation for why Republicans in Congress have withdrawn support for a bipartisan bill to reform America’s immigration and border policies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An atmospheric river is responsible for wild weather out West, Taylor Swift shocked fans by announcing a new album is on the way, and we finally know what President Biden says about Donald Trump behind closed doors. Senator Elizabeth Warren tells Stephen that Donald Trump is using the Speaker of the House to prevent Congress from passing a bipartisan bill on border controls and foreign aid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emmy Award-winner and bestselling author Kwame Alexander tells Stephen how he first got interested in poetry as a young man, and he reads a poem that appears in his latest book, “This Is the Honey: An Anthology Of Contemporary Black Poets.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… Spider-Man’s bonus check from Marvel went to the wrong Tom, the hunky priests featured in an Italian calendar may not really be men of the cloth, Royal Caribbean appointed a golden retriever for a special position on one of its ships, Stephen thinks he knows who stole a taxidermied polar bear in Canada, Scotland is embroiled in a nationwide hunt to locate a lost monkey, and a 285-year-old lemon sold at auction for $1,780. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Underneath, We All Taste Like Chicken” - Emmy and Peabody Award-winning journalist, author and podcast host Michele Norris shares some of the poignant replies she received when she asked ordinary Americans to write six words about race. Michele’s latest book, “Our Hidden Conversations,” is available now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Biden has pulled ahead of Trump in national polling thanks to women voters, Nikki Haley talked racism with Charlamagne Tha God, and a right-wing billionaire launched an athletic venture where performance enhancing drugs are encouraged. Actor and superstar pro wrestler John Cena was struggling to find the right career path before fate led him to audition for World Wrestling Entertainment. Watch him star in the new spy thriller, “Argylle,” in theaters now.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Donald Trump is jealous of Taylor Swift’s popularity, a tweet from Elmo garnered emotional responses, and a sad convoy of 20 vehicles is slowly making its way to Texas to bring vigilante justice to the Southern border. Demi Moore is one of the “Swans” in the new season of “Feud,” where she stars alongside some of Hollywood’s biggest female stars. The premiere of “Feud: Capote vs. The Swans” is streaming now on Hulu.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Republicans used aid to Ukraine as leverage for a border deal only to back out once a bill was on the table, and the governor of Texas is ignoring a Supreme Court decision ordering the state to remove razor wire barriers along the Rio Grande. Academy Award-winning actor Emma Stone tells Stephen about the judgment-free worldview of her character Bella in the Oscar-nominated film, “Poor Things,” which is in theaters now. Stick around for more with Emma Stone in this extended edit of her interview and catch her performance in Showtime’s “The Curse,” streaming now on Paramount+. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Right-wing dinguses triggered by Taylor Swift’s presence are claiming the NFL is rigged but real Swifties know the math doesn’t add up. Elsewhere, E. Jean Carroll pledged to use her $83M payout for something Donald Trump hates, and President Biden blasted corporations for trying to fool consumers with shrinkflation. And acclaimed actor Bryan Cranston is aware of the challenges his industry faces from artificial intelligence, but he’s not averse to asking a chatbot for new movie ideas. Stick around for an extended interview with Bryan Cranston and check out “Argylle,” in theaters this Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Actor Kingsley Ben-Adir spent enormous amounts of time with the Marley family, and people who knew Bob Marley in Jamaica before he was famous, while getting into character for the highly-anticipated new biopic, “Bob Marley: One Love.” Check out the film when it premieres in theaters on February 14th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… We’ve been pronouncing Travis Kelce’s last name wrong this whole time, drivers in Tennessee were shocked to share the roadway with a runaway horse, and it’s never been easier to ride the New York City subway for free. | Stephen Colbert, aka the new Neil deGrasse Tyson, reports on all the latest news from the world of science. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Racism is a grown-up disease. Let’s stop using our kids to spread it." Author, civil rights activist and icon of American history Ruby Bridges shares personal details about her incredible act of bravery as a six year-old, and reminds us that children aren’t born with prejudice and hatred, they learn it from adults. Ruby's new book, "Dear Ruby, Hear Our Hearts," is available now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The former president’s lawyer may have lied about Covid exposure to delay his trial, Wall Street insiders say President Biden’s economic policies have delivered us to the mythical “Goldilocks Zone,” and Stephen Colbert explains the term “vibecession.” Next up, a podcast exclusive extended interview with legendary director Martin Scorsese on "Killers of the Flower Moon," "Taxi Driver," and more from his prolific career. “Killers of the Flower Moon” is in select theaters now and streaming globally on AppleTV+. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The former president lashed out at Nikki Haley for acting like she won the New Hampshire primary, a new report alleges rampant abuse of prescription drugs by staffers in the Trump White House, and Alaska Airlines is finding an alarming number of loose bolts on its planes. Acclaimed actor Austin Butler tells Stephen that he only had one week off between wrapping work on “Elvis” and embarking on his latest project, the WWII series “Masters Of The Air.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nikki Haley got off to a good start in the New Hampshire primary, the former president issued a dark warning about an “institute in a powerful death penalty,” and his lawyer Rudy Giuliani is mulling a new career in the service industry. GRAMMY-winning artist André 3000 tells Stephen he felt it was necessary to let fans know, via a warning label, that there would be no rapping on his new album, ‘New Blue Sun.’ Check out @ColbertLateShow on YouTube to watch his full performance of a song from the new album! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

History will not remember former GOP presidential candidate Ron DeSantis, Donald Trump has Nikki Haley on the brain, and NFL star Travis Kelce scored major boyfriend points while celebrating a touchdown against the Buffalo Bills on Sunday. Emmy Award-winning comedian Trevor Noah shares some of the subtle differences he noticed while traveling the globe on his latest stand-up comedy tour. Watch him host the 66th Annual GRAMMY Awards on Sunday, February 4th on CBS and Paramount+. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wilco frontman and bestselling author Jeff Tweedy returns to The Late Show to tell Stephen what motivated him to write his latest book, “World Within A Song,” which is available now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… Inexpensive red wine contains fewer headache-causing ingredients, Taco Bell wants you to make your Crunchwrap Supremes at home, a major rock band from the 1990s is crowdsourcing their search for a new guitar player, Peeps fans will have new flavors to enjoy this Easter, the feds are banning humorous highway signs, and the midwest chain Kum & Go is changing its name to sound less suggestive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Legendary comedian Steven Wright makes his first appearance on The Late Show, much to the delight of superfan Stephen Colbert. They talk about everything from Johnny Carson to Jesus, and how coffee helps ignite Steven’s joke-writing process. Steven Wright’s first book, “Harold,” is available now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The former president wants you to know he aced a test meant for head trauma victims, his lawyer doesn’t appear qualified to defend him in a civil liability trial, and Stephen seeks guidance from a higher power after hearing what Pope Francis said about sexual pleasure. Next, musician, actor and Broadway star Common returns to The Late Show to share some of the wellness tips in his new book, “And Then We Rise.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The former president values votes more than the lives of his voters, his opponent Nikki Haley thinks she lives in a country free from racism, and Vivek Ramaswamy lovingly embraced the GOP frontrunner after exiting the presidential race. Actor Clive Owen tells Stephen in this podcast exclusive extended interview how he prepared to take on the role of Sam Spade, a character made famous by the legendary Humphrey Bogart. Catch new episodes of his show, “Monsieur Spade,” Sundays on AMC.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meteorologists predicted a high of 0 degrees for caucus night in Iowa, state Republican parties are going bankrupt coast to coast, and “After Midnight” host Taylor Tomlinson shows up to surprise Stephen with a reminder to tune in to the premiere of her new show TONIGHT after The Late Show on CBS! And if you don’t know her favorite action movie or what she thinks happens when we die, do you really know superstar artist Nicki Minaj? Find out in this edition of The Colbert Questionert, and check out Nicki’s new album, “Pink Friday 2,” available everywhere now.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

America’s newest late night host Taylor Tomlinson drops by to chat with Stephen about her new show and her early days on the Christian comedy circuit. The premiere of “After Midnight” is this Tuesday, January 16th after The Late Show on CBS and Paramount+! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emmy-nominated actor Ebon Moss-Bachrach tells Stephen about the careful consideration that went into his portrayal of Cousin Richie in the hit show, “The Bear,” which is streaming now on Hulu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… A naked man surrendered to police after bathing in the aquarium at a store in Alabama, a customer at Dunkin’ Donuts was injured in a very unfortunate bathroom incident, Actress Gillian Anderson’s dress turned heads at the Golden Globes, the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile is looking for a driver, and the city of Barranquilla, Colombia erected a 21-foot statue of national treasure Shakira. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Singer, songwriter and actor Reneé Rapp tells Stephen that she always had her sights set on being a pop singer and was very insecure about her acting skills as a kid. Watch grownup Reneé flex her acting chops in the iconic role of Regina George in the new “Mean Girls” movie, in theaters now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The former president lost his cool in front of the judge in his New York fraud trial today, Chris Christie trashed his GOP rivals before dropping out of the presidential race, and New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick is stepping down. “Oppenheimer” star Emily Blunt, who does a killer impression of the film’s director Christopher Nolan, tells Stephen that she gifted Nolan a pair of Ugg boots after he scolded her for wearing them to the set. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The former governor of New Jersey has dropped out of the presidential race, Trump’s lawyer claims that presidential immunity covers having rivals assassinated, and fringe candidate RFK Jr. got smacked around by celebs like Dionne Warwick after claiming they were attending his birthday fundraising gala. “Barbie” star America Ferrera’s character isn’t in the film’s iconic dance sequence, but that didn’t stop her from joining the rest of the cast when they learned the choreography. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Boeing stock is down 10% after an in-air mishap involving the company’s 737 Max 9 aircraft, and the former president’s lawyers are struggling to convince a federal appeals court that he should be immune from prosecution for his actions while in office. Beloved television personalities Gayle King and Charles Barkley sit down with Stephen to talk about their friendship, their new show, and which superstars are the hottest. “King Charles” airs Wednesday nights on CNN. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nikki Haley left out some important details when describing the cause of the Civil War, Donald Trump is playing to the faithful ahead of the Iowa caucus, and Stephen describes a scary situation on a recent Boeing 737 flight. If you don’t know her favorite sandwich, or which animal she thinks is the scariest, do you really know legendary entertainer Barbra Streisand?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hugh Jackman returned to The Late Show in 2023 and told Pod Show listeners about the time(s) he split his pants open while performing "The Music Man" live on Broadway in this podcast-exclusive extended interview (Original Air Date: January 16th, 2023). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… Drought-plagued California may turn wastewater into drinking water, Warner Bros. is rumored to be interested in merging with Paramount, and Victoria Beckham gave the internet an intimate look at her husband’s workout routine (Originally aired December 21st, 2023). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy New Year! This week, we're throwing it back to the top 5 Late Show Pod Show episodes that got the most downloads in 2023! Friend of the show Tom Hanks poured Stephen his signature cocktail, "The Diet Cokagne." Find out what Tom Hanks' favorite Tom Hanks movie line is in this Pod Show exclusive extended interview! (Original Air Date: January 9th, 2023). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy New Year! This week, we're throwing it back to the top 5 Late Show Pod Show episodes that got the most downloads in 2023! After being exposed for telling numerous lies about his identity and resumé, Rep. George Santos joins Stephen Colbert live on The Late Show to truthfully answer the question everyone is asking: who is George Santos? Special thanks to our friend Harvey Guillén! And Rep. Adam Kinzinger returns to The Late Show fresh after leaving Congress early last year, and talks about saying goodbye to his colleagues on the Jan 6 Committee and offers a prediction as to whether the Department of Justice will bring charges against the former president as the committee recommended (Original Air Date: January 19th, 2023). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy New Year! This week, we're throwing it back to the top 5 Late Show Pod Show episodes that got the most downloads in 2023! Concerned that your candy is too woke and undersexualized? Try the new female candies from Mike and Ike! And Jason Segel thought he was experiencing a rom-com moment in real life. Check out his show, “Shrinking,” on AppleTV+ (Original Air Date: January 24th, 2023). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, we're highlighting the top 5 Late Show Pod Show episodes you downloaded in 2023! Trevor Noah already missed the good vibes and great people at “The Daily Show,” but he was grateful for the chance to get back to touring and doing cool things like hosting The GRAMMYs (Original Air Date: January 18th, 2023). Happy New Year from The Late Show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, we're highlighting the top 5 Late Show Pod Show episodes you downloaded in 2023! Coming in at #1 was when Prince Harry, The Duke of Sussex stopped by for a cocktail and an extended conversation with Stephen Colbert about the personal revelations in his new book, “Spare.” Listen as Prince Harry responds to criticism of his comments about his service in Afghanistan, and talks about trying to protect his family from constant attacks by the British press. Learn more about Prince Harry’s life as told in his own words in the book, “Spare,” which is available everywhere now (Original Air Date: January 10th, 2023). Happy New Year from The Late Show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you don’t know his favorite sandwich, or which animal he thinks is the scariest, do you really know Jake Gyllenhaal? Find out in this podcast exclusive EXTENDED cut of his Colbert Questionert! (Original Air Date: December 12th, 2023). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… Doritos fans can now mix nacho cheese-flavored cocktails, an ancient curse has been unearthed, and local New York legend Flaco the Owl has become a Peeping Tom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every night before the show, our host takes a few questions from the audience. In this brand new podcast-exclusive round up, Stephen talks candidly about his writing process, favorite NYC pizza, and tells the story of when he realized he had reached the perfect level of fame. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Last month, Stephen Colbert got the honor of welcoming his predecessor David Letterman back to the Ed Sullivan Theater for the first time since hosting his final episode of the Late Show in 2015 (Originally aired November 20th, 2023). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our dear friend Aubrey Plaza makes an unforgettable entrance dressed as the main character in her latest book, "The Legend of the Christmas Witch," and then spills the tea on her famous co-stars like Kristen Stewart, Molly Shannon and Michael Caine in another edition of "Tea at The Plaza" (Original Air Date: November 10th, 2021). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oprah talks New Years resolutions, the Obama family Christmas Cards, and helps make anything sound exciting in this Colbert Classic interview (Original Air Date: January 3rd, 2017). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Queen of Christmas sits down for a super-sized holiday edition of The Colbert Questionert. Find out whether Mariah Carey tops her tree with an angel or a star, what her favorite sandwich is, and more (Original Air Date: December 7th, 2022). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The fabulous Evie McGee Colbert helps her husband Stephen pick out the perfect holiday greeting card in this extended cut of First Drafts Holiday Cards! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Donald Trump, on trial for 91 counts of naughtiness, tries a wild gambit: getting Santa to testify that he is on the nice list, pardoning him of all charges. Santa refuses, but that doesn’t stop Trump as he enlists the help of Elon Musk to turn Trump into Santa himself in order to clear his name. Can the real Santa stop Trumpy Claus in time to save Christmas? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Academy, Emmy and GRAMMY Award-winning superstar Jon Batiste comes home to The Late Show to tell Stephen about “American Symphony,” the film that documents his journey to the Carnegie Hall stage, and the beautiful story of how he created his song, “Butterfly.” Find us on Youtube to watch Jon perform “Butterfly” and “Worship,” both from his latest GRAMMY-nominated album, ‘World Music Radio.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The MAGA crowd vowed revenge on President Biden after the Colorado Supreme Court ruled Trump can’t be on the primary ballot, Rudy Giuliani was ordered to immediately pay the $148 million he owes two Georgia election workers, and The Late Show’s new sponsor makes a creepy holiday product for grown ups. Best buds Andy Cohen and Anderson Cooper stop by to tell Stephen what they have planned for their annual “New Year’s Eve Live” broadcast on CNN, but won’t reveal whether or not they’ll be drinking booze on the air this year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Colorado’s Supreme Court ruled that Trump is disqualified from holding office, we’re learning more about the origins of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas’ love of bribe-taking, and the former president refuses to stop quoting Hitler on the campaign trail. The Queen of Rap, Nicki Minaj, returns to The Late Show to tell her friend Stephen Colbert about her new album, ‘Pink Friday 2.’ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lava is flowing in Iceland (but everyone’s ok), Biden’s campaign links Trump to Hitler, Rudy Giuliani can’t keep his mouth shut after losing in court, and New York City’s current and former mayors are masters of embarrassing themselves. Adam Driver praises “Ferrari” director Michael Mann’s attention to detail, which included subtle but important prosthetics to make the actor look exactly like the subject of the film. Check out “Ferrari” when it opens in theaters on Christmas Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

GOP members made excuses for the former president after he channeled Adolf Hitler in a speech, Rudy Giuliani may not have the funds to cover the $148 million judgment against him, The Late Show dedicated a writer to cover only Taylor Swift news, and a Senate staffer was caught having sex and filming it in a hearing room. Kenan Thompson did his research before visiting The Late Show, and he thinks Jerry Seinfeld owes Stephen Colbert an apology over comments made on an episode of “Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee.” Stick around for more with “Good Burger 2” star Kenan Thompson and check out his new book, “When I Was Your Age,” available now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Actor Andrew Scott explains the “beautiful premise” of his new film, and tells Stephen about the chemistry he shares with his co-star and fellow Irishman, Paul Mescal. “All Of Us Strangers” is in theaters December 22nd. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… Someone is leaving loaded Pringles cans all around Ohio, Subway is introducing a footlong chocolate chip cookie, British authorities took Mountain Dew and Swedish Fish off store shelves, a statue of President Lincoln is missing its bronze hat, and astronauts on the International Space Station finally found a tomato that went missing months ago. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comedy legend Robert Smigel, who wrote and directed the new animated musical “Leo,” has known Stephen Colbert for decades and once scouted a young Colbert at Chicago’s famed Second City improv. “Leo,” starring Adam Sandler, is available now on Netflix. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

House Republicans used their last working days of the year debating dairy and hunting for crimes to pin on President Biden, and Oprah Winfrey stopped by to give everyone in “The Late Show” audience free tickets to “The Color Purple,” which opens in theaters on Christmas Day. Oscar-nominated writer and director Greta Gerwig tells Stephen about the amazing cast of her record-breaking film, “Barbie,” and how it’s hard to find anything wrong with the star Margot Robbie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Even the friends at Fox & Friends admit that House Republicans don’t have any evidence with which to impeach President Biden, and America loves conservative coffee. Actor Jason Momoa wanted to take his character to the next level in the new “Aquaman” sequel, so he flexed his writing muscles and came up with 50 pages of material before filming began. Check out “Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom,” in theaters next Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The former president’s draft tweets and direct messages are among the data sought by special counsel Jack Smith, and some of the world’s worst people will be interviewed on Tucker Carlson’s new streaming network. “The Color Purple” star Taraji P. Henson says the film centers on themes of sisterhood, redemption and forgiveness. Check out the film when it opens in theaters on Christmas Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The former president doubled down on his assertion that he would only be a dictator on day one if elected again, and former Congressman George Santos already has a lucrative new career. Also, Stephen shares the frightening details of his emergency surgery for appendicitis, and thanks everyone for their support during his recovery. And Stephen asks former Congresswoman Liz Cheney to examine the Republican Party’s role in eroding the public’s trust in America’s institutions. Her book, “Oath and Honor,” is available now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen talks about the unexpected repercussions of his guest role on "Curb Your Enthusiasm" with the show's star and creator, Larry David (Original Air Date: January 8th, 2020). And "Curb Your Enthusiasm" star Susie Essman makes her first visit to The Late Show and talks about what separates her co-star Larry David from other stand-up comedians (Original Air Date: October 6th, 2021). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While 146 new Christmas movies were released in 2021, the year was set to give us zero Hanukkah movies until The Late Show stepped in with a slate of brand new holiday classics with titles like, "Home for the Challah-days," "Casino Dreidale," and "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Rabbi." Happy Hanukkah from The Late Show Pod Show! (Original Air Date: November 29th, 2021). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Talking Heads joined Stephen for an epic conversation celebrating the 40th anniversary of their seminal concert film, “Stop Making Sense.” David Byrne, Jerry Harrison, Chris Frantz and Tina Weymouth share stories from the earliest days of the band, including moments that weren’t shown on television (Original Air Date: October 25th, 2023). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this extended interview, comedian John Mulaney thanks Stephen for the support and encouragement our host provided during an incredibly challenging time. The affection these two performers have for each other is evident as Mulaney tells Colbert what he learned about himself in recovery, how happy his life is now, and what he did to convince David Byrne to score his new comedy album, “Baby J” (Original Air Date: October 12th, 2023). The Late Show and Late Show Pod Show will be running repeats this week while Stephen recovers from surgery for a ruptured appendix. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile... Mitt Romney does his impression of a human celebrating a birthday, and Hilton turns a hotel suite into Barbie's dream house (Originally aired 3/12/2019). And the long list of men dissed by Nicki Minaj in her hit track 'Barbie Dreams' gets a last-minute addition: Stephen Colbert (Originally aired 8/13/2018). The Late Show and Late Show Pod Show will be running repeats this week while Stephen recovers from surgery for a ruptured appendix. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Ruffalo talks about playing a real "hero" in his new movie "Dark Waters," and tells Stephen that he doesn't know what the fate of the Hulk will be in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (Original Air Date: November 14th, 2019). The Late Show and Late Show Pod Show will be running repeats this week while Stephen recovers from surgery for a ruptured appendix. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah Paulson talks "American Crime Story: The People vs. O.J. Simpson" and auctioned off recording a voicemail to benefit the organization AisFor.org (Original Air Date: March 31st, 2016). The Late Show and Late Show Pod Show will be running repeats this week while Stephen recovers from surgery for a ruptured appendix. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Acclaimed actor Carrie Coon connected with Stephen over their love of Chicago’s improv scene, and shares the remarkable story of two female journalists who inspired her new film, “Boston Strangler" (Original Air Date: March 15th, 2023). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The cast of 'The Big Bang Theory' sat down with Stephen after the series finale of their iconic show to talk about their first impressions of each other and their last group scene together. Featuring Jim Parsons, Johnny Galecki, Kaley Cuoco, Kunal Nayyar, Mayim Bialik, Melissa Rauch, and Simon Helberg (Original Air Date: May 16th, 2019). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 five-time GRAMMY winner Jon Batiste? Find out more about The Late Show’s longtime resident maestro in this very special episode of The Colbert Questionert, including bonus answers that didn't air on TV! (Original Air Date: June 9th, 2022). Next, get to know the man behind ‘The Matrix’ in the Keanu Reeves edition of The Colbert Questionert! (Original Air Date: January 12th, 2022) The Late Show and Late Show Pod Show will be running repeats this week while Stephen recovers from surgery for a ruptured appendix. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen Colbert’s conversation with icon Barbra Streisand continues with these exclusive bonus clips from her interview that didn't air on TV. Her new memoir, “My Name Is Barbra,” is out now. Then, outer space enthusiast Stephen Colbert counts down the latest news stories from beyond our world (Space News Originally Aired November 16th, 2023). The Late Show and Late Show Pod Show will be running repeats this week while Stephen recovers from surgery for a ruptured appendix. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of the many things Jennifer Garner loved about shooting her series, “The Last Thing He Told Me,” was the chance to reconnect with one of her all-time favorite "Alias" co-stars, Victor Garber. Check out the show, “The Last Thing He Told Me,” on AppleTV+ (Original Air Date: April 11th, 2023). The Late Show and Late Show Pod Show will be running repeats this week while Stephen recovers from surgery for a ruptured appendix. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every night before the show, our host takes a few questions from the audience. In this podcast exclusive compilation, Stephen offers extensive advice on heartbreak, loss, artichoke relish, and fairytales (Originally released October 23rd, 2022). The Late Show and Late Show Pod Show will be running repeats this week while Stephen recovers from surgery for a ruptured appendix. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a new Pod Show introduction from Stephen himself, Colbert tries to guess which superstar will be featured in today's Classic Colbert Questionert based solely on their answer to the single most important question: What is their favorite sandwich? (Original Air Date: November 9th, 2022). Stephen’s introduction for this episode was pre-recorded on November 14th, 2023. The Late Show and Late Show Pod Show will be running repeats this week while Stephen recovers from surgery for a ruptured appendix. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you invite comedian and podcast host Tig Notaro over for dinner, don’t be offended if she brings her own homemade spice mix. Catch Tig out on the road on her “Hello Again” stand-up tour, find tickets and information here: https://tignation.com/#tour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes revealed some very personal information about his game day wardrobe, and Hallmark movie fans have an amazing job opportunity this holiday season. Next up, Chef José Andrés stops by to try out some new Thanksgiving traditions with Stephen Colbert, including a duck liver cotton candy concoction. Check out José’s latest book, “Feeding Dangerously: A Graphic Novel,” and visit http://www.wck.org to find out how you can support World Central Kitchen.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In another special Pod Show introduction from Stephen and his producer, find out why he was a little distracted by this PB&J-loving movie star when she took the Colbert Questionert last year (Original Air Date: November 22nd, 2022). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a very special introduction for The Late Show Pod Show, Stephen presents a beloved Thanksgiving Late Show tradition: taking calls from The Butterball Turkey Talk-Line (Originally aired on November 22nd & 23rd, 2016). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People using weight loss drugs may have smaller appetites at Thanksgiving dinner, Americans overwhelmingly prefer canned cranberry sauce to homemade, and several balloons will be sporting new looks in New York City’s parade this year.  Peter Dinklage, star of “The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes,” wants everyone to go see the film regardless of whether or not they’re familiar with the franchise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Republicans in the House keep trying to rewrite the story of the January 6th insurrection, several former Trump aides say he should not be president, and we’re learning disturbing details about how bats reproduce. Acclaimed actor, screenwriter and director Bradley Cooper tells Stephen about the “daunting, terrifying” challenge of becoming Leonard Bernstein for his new film, “Maestro.” Find the film in select theaters now and streaming on Netflix starting December 20th.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Some of President Biden’s advisors want to protect his reelection chances by easing up on his schedule, the turkeys pardoned at the White House today were reported to be Taylor Swift fans, and Argentina’s president-elect is modeling himself after America’s former president. Stephen Colbert gets the honor of welcoming his predecessor David Letterman back to the Ed Sullivan Theater for the first time since hosting his final episode of the Late Show in 2015. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Actor and proud Brooklyn resident Tom Blyth tells Stephen about the many fandoms he belonged to as a kid. His new film, “The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes,” is in theaters this Friday Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… There’s a new fragrance for liquor fans, Outkast’s Big Boi regrets bringing an owl on stage, a huge baby was born in Canada, and a bear stole a whole lot of Taco Bell off someone’s porch. And Late Show writer and certified young person Eliana Kwartler joins Stephen at the desk to explain the latest girl trends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The hilarious Maria Bamford returns to The Late Show to talk with Stephen about her approach to joining cults and how she protects her mental health. Maria’s book, “Sure, I’ll Join Your Cult,” is available now and her new stand-up special, “Local Act,” premieres December 12th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An ethics probe into Rep. George Santos reported that he committed fraud, but he won’t be expelled from Congress. Elsewhere, the GOP-led House is the least productive in a century and President Biden explained his cautious approach to trusting China’s leader. ABC News Chief Washington Correspondent Jonathan Karl talks about the long list of ruined careers and courtroom losses that follow the former president. Stick around for more with Jonathan Karl and check out his book, “Tired of Winning: Donald Trump and the End of the Grand Old Party.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

GOP infighting has turned the halls of Congress into a fight club, the U.S. and China set low expectations for the Biden-Xi meeting, and the new House Speaker took heat from his own party after passing a government spending bill with help from Democrats. Emmy and Golden Globe-winning actor Paul Giamatti sends a personalized plea to the one and only Cher. Stick around for more with Paul Giamatti and check out his film, “The Holdovers,” in theaters now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The former president is sending loud and clear signals that a second Trump term would be a fascist nightmare, complete with mass immigration raids and internment camps. In Washington, Sen. Bernie Sanders diffused a physical confrontation between a fellow Senator and the head of the Teamsters. And author & journalist Rachel Maddow tells Stephen that former president Trump is deliberately using dehumanizing language against his opponents and inviting critics to label him a fascist as he seeks to return to power. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

America’s favorite couple Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce brought their romance on tour to her concert in Argentina, Sen. Tim Scott dropped out of the presidential race, and Donald Trump is planning a second term fueled by revenge. Stephen travels to Malibu to the home of legendary singer, actor and director Barbra Streisand to talk about the release of her memoir, “My Name Is Barbra.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our dear friend Christine Baranski stops and pays tribute to her late friend Stephen Sondheim and talks about sharing her “actor’s dream” with him during one of their final conversations before he passed. Plus, Baranski's show "The Gilded Age" highlights the battle between old money and new money in 1880s New York City, and all of the costumes are painfully accurate to the time period (Original Air Date: January 19th, 2022). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tom Hanks describes the larger-than-life character he portrays in the new Baz Luhrmann film, “Elvis,” as “a diabolical genius in every way.” Listen as Tom Hanks and Stephen Colbert talk all things Elvis Presley, Austin Butler, and in this Pod Show exclusive bonus moment, Hanks shares what it was like to be among the first household names to be hit by COVID in early 2020 in Australia along with his wife, Rita Wilson (Original Air Date: June 16th, 2022). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen hops on the mic for a special introduction to today's Colbert Classic: Ziwe is the star of the late night show "Ziwe" on Showtime but before that, she got her start as an intern at "The Colbert Report" (Original Air Date: June 8th, 2021). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen welcomes our Pod Show listeners to another Colbert Classic this week with some insight on why he prefers being behind the desk on a late night show. Then Conan O'Brien flips the script and interviews Stephen on his own set. Listen for Stephen's story about how being rejected to write for Conan actually helped him celebrate he and Evie's 25th marriage anniversary (Original Air Date: November 1st, 2019). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In another Pod Show exclusive introduction, Stephen continues his guessing game for this week's Late Show Pod Show episodes, but first takes a moment to quiz his producer on how she takes her Chicago hot dogs. Then the amazing Evie McGee Colbert returns to The Late Show to help Stephen select the perfect greeting card for Halloween 2023 (Originally Aired October 31st, 2023). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen hops on the mic for a special introduction to this Colbert Classic for Pod Show listeners before throwing to this Election Day combo: First, Jon Stewart and Stephen sing an original tune for a timely reminder of the importance of casting your vote, featuring Hamilton's Javier Muñoz (Original Air Date: November 7th, 2016). Next, John Oliver spoke to Stephen in 2020 about the first American election he could vote in since he became an American citizen, and he said he nearly burst out crying after he cast his ballot (Original Air Date: November 2nd, 2020). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With a special Pod Show introduction from Stephen himself, Former First Lady Michelle Obama joined Stephen Colbert for a wide-ranging extended conversation that includes a peek into the Obama family's private life, her thoughts on the Jan 6th insurrection, and the message to young people contained in her new book, "The Light We Carry," which is available everywhere now (Original Air Date: November 14th, 2022). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Melissa Etheridge says some fans buy tickets to her Broadway musical without realizing that the GRAMMY-winning rock legend actually stars in the show. “Melissa Etheridge: My Window” is on Broadway until November 19th, find tickets and more information at: https://melissaetheridge.com.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… A Taco Bell employee was spotted getting a haircut at work, rapper Lil Wayne’s wax figure is terrifying, Pepper X is the world’s hottest chili pepper, New York City has fewer rats than LA and Chicago, our dear friend Taylor Swift is officially a billionaire, Doordash warned customers to tip or get their food late, and fake cops are pulling people over in Florida. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen pops out onto 53rd Street and joins Willie Nelson on his fabled tour bus for an intimate conversation about his life in music, including Willie’s incredible 90th birthday party which was captured for a special that will air on December 17th at 8:30/7:30c on CBS! In this Pod Show exclusive extended cut, hear Willie Nelson tell Stephen about his first performance and first job as a disc jockey! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen examines an extra-long Canadian zucchini, looks at courtroom sketches of Donald Trump’s children testifying at their father's civil trial, and thanks Congress for voting not to expel Republican Rep. George Santos. Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg returns to The Late Show and gives Stephen an update on some of the megaprojects he’s overseeing as a result of President Biden’s infrastructure law. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen tries out Gov. DeSantis’s cowboy boots trick, the former president’s five court cases are chasing him down the campaign trail, and the current president issued an executive order to protect us from the dangers of artificial intelligence. Next up, Stephen makes a very special announcement - comedian Taylor Tomlinson will host the new late night series, “After Midnight,” which will air following The Late Show starting in early 2024! And Rep. Adam Kinzinger returns to The Late Show and discusses the personal backlash he and his family faced following his involvement in the January 6th Committee. His new book, “Renegade: Defending Democracy and Liberty in Our Divided Country,” is available now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Barbie is this year’s most popular Halloween costume, the new Speaker of the House’s wife Kelly Johnson is a counselor who equates being gay with bestiality. CBS News Chief Political Analyst John Dickerson joins Stephen to discuss the new Speaker of the House and the fragile state of politics in America. Watch “CBS News Prime Time with John Dickerson” on the CBS News app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pence dropped out of the presidential race and his old boss wants his endorsement, and Rep. Mike Johnson believes Earth was created a mere 6,000 years ago. Hollywood legend Henry Winkler says his iconic character Arthur Fonzarelli had a few notes for him upon reading the first draft of his new memoir. “Being Henry” is available now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen is delighted to welcome one of his favorite directors, the Master of Horror himself, John Carpenter. They discuss his 1982 classic film, “The Thing,” and peek into Carpenter’s directing process for his latest project, “Suburban Screams” (Original Air Date: Thursday, October 26th). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… Taylor Swift continues to dominate the conversation amongst football fans, Whoopi Goldberg made a secret visit to The Vatican, and John Stamos found out the hard way to never leave your girlfriend alone with Tony Danza (Original Air Date: October 23rd, 2023). Next up, Stephen Colbert brings you the latest from the world of science, where researchers are working to prevent avian flu, finding new ways to treat erectile dysfunction, and testing the limits of artificial intelligence (Original Air Date: October 24th, 2023). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comedian Mae Martin has an amazing family, and a mom who loves “Lord of the Rings” almost as much as Stephen Colbert. Mae’s comedy special “SAP” is available on Netflix and you can listen to “Handsome” wherever you get your podcasts (Original Air Date: Wednesday, October 25th). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The new Speaker of the House is an election denier known for his anti-LGBTQ viewpoints, a new Senate report details secret gifts to Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, and Stephen traces the link between the devastating loss of life in Lewiston, Maine, and years of chronic inaction on the part of our elected leaders. Next, Congressman George Santos, who was recently indicted on 23 federal charges, joins Stephen to offer perfectly good excuses for his actions. Special thanks to our dear friend Harvey Guillén! Send the kids out of the room before they hear award-winning director, writer and producer Elle Key tell this R-rated joke, the same one she told now-husband Keegan-Michael Key when the two were first dating. The couple’s new book, “The History of Sketch Comedy,” is available now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The newly elected Speaker of the House played a key role in trying to overturn the 2020 election and former White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows appears to have flipped on his old boss. Rock and Roll Hall of Famers Talking Heads join Stephen for an epic conversation celebrating the 40th anniversary of their seminal concert film, “Stop Making Sense.” David Byrne, Jerry Harrison, Chris Frantz and Tina Weymouth share stories from the earliest days of the band, including moments that weren’t shown on television. “Stop Making Sense” is in theaters now, and David Byrne’s new musical, “Here Lies Love,” is on Broadway. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The House GOP failed again to choose a Speaker, another Trump co-defendant took a plea deal in Georgia, and the former president made an incredible discovery mid-speech. Comedian Jim Gaffigan thinks Pat Sajak is a great guy, but doesn’t think he should have been paid to host “Wheel of Fortune.” Tickets to his “Barely Alive” tour are on sale now, and you can watch “Dark Pale” on Prime. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen Colbert is back, and the House of Representatives still doesn’t have a speaker, the former president is watching his co-defendants cut plea deals in Georgia, and the former VP can’t create much excitement for his 2024 presidential run. Lindsay Mendez, Jonathan Groff and Daniel Radcliffe are having a grand time starring together in Broadway’s newest smash hit, “Merrily We Roll Along.” Catch the show at The Hudson Theatre through March 24th! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you in a situationship, or afraid your date might be roaching you? Our host is here to give names to undefined relationship types in this installment of 'Romansplaining with Stephen Colbert' (Original Air Date: November 1, 2021). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Keegan-Michael Key was one of two people weeping uncontrollably at a play in New York. The other was Stephen Colbert (Original Air Date: January 8, 2019). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sir Patrick Stewart sits down with Stephen for this Pod Show exclusive extended interview, and tells him about a Valentine's Day snafu between him, his sweetheart, and a new sweater (Original Air Date: February 14, 2023). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Evie McGee Colbert stops by to celebrate three decades of being married to our host, in a special extended anniversary edition of The Late Show’s First Drafts (Original Air Date: October 9, 2023). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… Heinz is the latest brand trying to cash in on Taylor Swift’s megastardom, researchers warn that ice cream and potato chips are highly addictive, and a bear robbed a gas station in Canada. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ricky Velez took over Stephen’s show and invited his friend Pete Davidson on as his first guest. Grab tickets for Ricky’s New York Comedy Festival show on November 7th here https://www.seetickets.us/event/Ricky..., and watch his HBO comedy special, “Here’s Everything,” streaming now (Original Air Date: Monday, October 16th, 2023). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen caught Covid-19 (again) so he is hosting the show from home, Rep. Jim Jordan is bullying his House colleagues in the pursuit of votes, no one knows why Rep. George Santos was carrying an infant through the halls of Congress, and it’s Taylor Swift’s world, we’re just living in it.  Jada Pinkett Smith opens up to Stephen about the status of her marriage to Will Smith, and what they went through together after Will’s infamous incident at The Oscars. Check out her new memoir, “Worthy,” available now.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comedian and actress Melissa Villaseñor explains why she's holding a half-eaten donut in her amazing birthday photo with Kim Kardashian. Melissa’s book, “Whoops… I’m Awesome,” is available now.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… Bostonians have the nation’s most annoying accent, a San Francisco bar will fine you if you vomit at brunch, Ed Sheeran got super high backstage with Snoop Dogg, Levi’s says you should wear your jeans in the shower, a dog named Cheeto is up for adoption, and controversy is swirling around Great Britain’s stupidest game.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Florida’s freshman congressman, Rep. Maxwell Frost, makes his first visit to The Late Show and offers Stephen an inside look at the recent chaos among the House GOP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The House GOP is reportedly considering a temporary 90-day speaker, Rep. George Santos refuses to resign, and the former president made a bold prediction for 2024. In this EXTENDED INTERVIEW, comedian John Mulaney thanks Stephen for the support and encouragement our host provided during an incredibly challenging time. The affection these two performers have for each other is evident as Mulaney tells Colbert what he learned about himself in recovery, how happy his life is now, and what he did to convince David Byrne to score his new comedy album, “Baby J.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rep. Steve Scalise is the GOP’s nominee for Speaker of the House, Rep. George Santos faces new federal charges for defrauding campaign donors, and Stephen has incredible news about a new Sasquatch sighting. Senator John Fetterman of Pennsylvania talks about his experience with depression and explains how therapy turned him from a skeptic into an advocate for mental health treatment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Faked photos and misleading videos about Israel and Hamas are proliferating on X, House Republicans are airing their internal grievances, and RFK Jr.’s siblings are urging Americans to steer clear of his campaign for president. Actor and best-selling author Kerry Washington says learning the truth about her biological father has brought the whole family closer together. Check out Kerry’s memoir, “Thicker Than Water,” available everywhere now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The former president didn’t hesitate to share America’s classified military secrets with an Australian national who joined his private club, and MyPillow founder Mike Lindell’s finances are in shambles after years of peddling lies about the 2020 election. Arnold Schwarzenegger makes his first visit to The Late Show and kicks off his interview by sharing tips from his new book, “Be Useful: Seven Tools for Life,” which is available now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Drew Carey stopped by to celebrate the 50th anniversary of "The Price Is Right," and tells Stephen the incredible story of getting an on-stage shoutout from Paul McCartney after the rock legend confessed his love for Drew's "trash" television show (Original Air Date: September 28th, 2021). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… America’s favorite Late Show segment is back! Join Stephen for a look back at stories we missed this summer in this brand new, hopefully-never-to-be-used-again sub-segment, Thenwhile. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen Colbert loves technology almost as much as he loves his tech-focused segment, Cyborgasm! In this edition our host looks at overheating iPhones, the NYPD’s new robot cop, and people having sex in San Francisco’s driverless taxi cabs. And comedian Fortune Feimster became best buds with The Terminator while working on a project together, and Arnold insisted on offering her father some moral support after his recent heart surgery. Tickets for her “Live, Laugh, Love” tour are available now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everyone who works with Rep. Matt Gaetz thinks he’s a sleaze, the former president says he’ll go to Capitol Hill to help select the next House Speaker, and Rudy Giuliani’s alleged drinking problem is under the microscope. Bob Odenkirk shares tales from the WGA picket lines and wonders what kind of dinner the auction winner expects. Stick around for more with Bob Odenkirk and check out his new book he made with his kids, “Zilot & Other Important Rhymes,” when it hits stores this Tuesday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy took aim at Democrats at a press conference following his ouster, and Stephen has a theory about Commander Biden's behavior at the White House. Anderson Cooper joins Stephen for a three-part interview and offers his thoughts on the former president’s legal troubles. Check out his latest book, “Astor: The Rise and Fall of an American Fortune.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Matt Gaetz was successful in his bid to remove Kevin McCarthy as Speaker of the House, and former president Trump posted a glowing review after watching The Late Show last night. Stephen welcomes his Strike Force Five co-host John Oliver in this extended cut of their conversation that kicks off with a rather dangerous stunt in the Ed Sullivan Theater. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert is back, and our host has a special two-part monologue to catch everyone up on the stories we missed over the summer, including those Canadian wildfires, the government admitting aliens are real, the former president’s many indictments, Taylor Swift’s reported romance with Travis Kelce, and the judge who told the former president he’s living in a fantasy world. Next, in a podcast-exclusive extended cut of their interview, Stephen engages his friend Neil deGrasse Tyson in one of the astrophysicist’s favorite pastimes: pointing out flaws in popular movies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

'Brockmire' star Hank Azaria remembers reading 'The Wizard of Oz' to his son, but cast all of the parts as 'Simpsons' characters (Original Air Date: April 5th, 2019). Best known for voicing lead characters in 'Archer' and 'Bob's Burgers,' H. Jon Benjamin has added jazz pianist to his resume with 'Well, I Should Have..." (Original Air Date: March 22nd, 2017). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Singing legend Mavis Staples joins Stephen to talk about her extraordinary career (Original Air Date: February 22nd, 2016). Our good friend Jeff Tweedy returns to 'A Late Show' via Zoom in this extended interview to tell Stephen about the work he's been doing throughout quarantine. Listen as the Wilco frontman plays Stephen Colbert a brand new song that was inspired by our host's live monologue after the Presidential debate (Original Air Date: October 26th, 2020). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bryan Cranston's role as Howard Beale in the Broadway rendition of 'Network' taught him something about feeling 'mad as hell' (Original Air Date: December 10th, 2018). Aaron Paul tells Stephen about the many times he thought he was being killed off "Breaking Bad" because of fake signals sent to him by co-star Bryan Cranston (Original Air Date: December 16th, 2019). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Before her trip to Hollywood to audition for 'American Idol', young Carrie Underwood from Checotah, Oklahoma had never been on an airplane (Original Air Date: October 3rd, 2019). The best selling female Country artist of all time, Shania Twain, joins Stephen to talk about her newest album and some of the younger artists she’s inspired, like her good friend Harry Styles (Original Air Date: January 4th, 2023). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile... Kim Kardashian has settled her case with the SEC, and grown-ups will soon have their own, age-appropriate, Happy Meal offerings at McDonald's (Original Air Date: October 4th, 2022). 'WTF' host Marc Maron has been bringing his podcast guests up to a bedroom while his infamous garage is under construction (Original Air Date: August 12th, 2019). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

'Beatriz at Dinner' star Salma Hayek Pinault turned the sometimes-stuffy gala dinner at Cannes Film Festival into a mariachi band extravaganza (Original Air Date: June 6th, 2017). Eva Longoria shows off the cocktail-making skills she gained during the pandemic, pouring Stephen a drink made with her own tequila, Casa Del Sol (Original Air Date: March 12th, 2023). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"The Voice" Coach John Legend proves he can make even the most mundane things sound sexy, and The Queen of Country Reba McEntire tells the story of her first paid gig singing for nickels in Wyoming. John Legend originally aired April 25th, 2017; Reba McEntire originally aired February 20th, 2019. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile... France claims cocaine will not protect you from the coronavirus (Original Air Date: March 11th, 2020). And Pedro Pascal prepped for his role in 'Narcos' by training alongside real DEA agents, making fake drug deals and fearing for his life (Original Air Date: August 29th, 2016). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sylvester Stallone stuck to his guns when he was trying to sell the screenplay for "Rocky," refusing to give it up unless he was given the title role, even though he says was a "terrible choice" (Original Air Date: November 23rd, 2015). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rapper and business mogul Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson has a new champagne on the market 'for winners only,' and is jealous of Stephen's big smooch from Dame Helen Mirren (Original Air Date: January 11th, 2019). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

America Ferrera returns to the show to talk about season two of "Gentefied," the Netflix comedic drama she executive produces and directs (Original Air Date: November 17th, 2021). And after protesting the Dakota Access Pipeline, HBO star Shailene Woodley posed for what wasn't your average celebrity selfie (Original Air Date: February 13th, 2017). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen delights in discussing accents and acting with Olivia Colman, who plays Queen Elizabeth, and Gillian Anderson, who plays Margaret Thatcher, in season four of "The Crown" (Original Air Date: November 11th, 2020). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen and Benedict Cumberbatch consider the mysteries of the universe (our universe, not Marvel's), and Doctor Strange recalls his influential stint in Tibet where he taught English at a Buddhist monastery (Original Air Date: May 18th, 2018). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

'Shazam!' star Zachary Levi sees a unique quality in Shazam that differentiates him from other superheroes (Original Air Date: April 4th, 2019), and "Jane the Virgin" star Gina Rodriguez describes her 'angelic' approach to playing the Virgin Mary (Original Air Date: May 16th, 2017). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For an upcoming profile on '60 Minutes,' Anderson Cooper endured a four-hour physical transformation to become a 'Game of Thrones' White Walker (Original Air Date: April 10th, 2019). Friend of the show and "60 Minutes" contributor John Dickerson details how members of the Senate would have to act while sitting as jurors in the then-potential impeachment trial for President Trump (Original Air Date: November 7th, 2019). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wrexham AFC co-owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney drop by for a chat about their crazy scheme to buy a soccer team, and the hit FX series they made along the way, “Welcome to Wrexham” (Original Air Date: September 8th, 2022). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Julianna Margulies returns to The Late Show to tell Stephen about her role on "The Morning Show" on Apple TV+, and what to expect as her character interacts with co-stars Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon (Original Air Date: October 4th, 2021). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oprah Winfrey says Reese Witherspoon violated an 'Oprah rule' on the set of 'A Wrinkle in Time,' and luckily, Reese was able to come to The Late Show the very next day to tell her side of the story. Oprah Winfrey originally aired March 6th, 2016; and Reese Witherspoon originally aired March 7th, 2016. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The star and executive producer of "The Morning Show" on Apple TV+, everyone's best friend Jennifer Aniston, recalls her decidedly unglamorous years living and working as a waitress with "slippery fingers" in New York City (Original Air Date: October 29th, 2019). And after Donald Trump hosted Saturday Night Live, he attended the afterparty where he met our friend Jon Hamm, star of the film 'Lucy In The Sky,' and tried out one of his famous aggressive handshakes (Original Air Date: October 4th, 2019). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this extended interview with Samantha Power, the head of the United States Agency for International Development explains what her agency accomplishes around the world on behalf of the American people, and why the United Nations is still a crucial venue for the world to connect and work together to solve problems (Original Air Date: September 20th, 2022). And U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield tells Stephen that China will become “part of that problem” if they support Russia’s invasion of Ukraine by providing lethal weapons (Original Air Date: February 27th, 2023). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The authors of "Peril," Bob Woodward and Robert Costa, tell Stephen some of the most shocking details they uncovered about the previous president's maneuvers in the months following the 2020 election (Original Air Date: September 21st, 2021). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

'Sex And The City' star Sarah Jessica Parker wasn't able to attend the big dance in high school, so Stephen makes this 'Carrie's' dream come true by asking her to prom (Original Air Date: January 10th, 2018). And the legendary Matthew Broderick reviews some of the job offers that came in on the hotline Stephen set up for him the last time he was on The Late Show (Original Air Date: December 2nd, 2016). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Evie McGee Colbert stopped by for a very sweet anniversary edition of The Late Show's First Drafts (Originally Aired October 6th, 2022). Next up, the stars of the Off-Broadway play "Medea," real-life couple Rose Byrne and Bobby Cannavale, are raising two young boys who are freaking Bobby out by whispering about Mom and Dad behind closed doors (Original Air Date: January 7th, 2020). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

'Summer of 69: No Apostrophe' stars Nick Offerman and Megan Mullally finally get their own celebrity power couple nickname (Original Air Date: May 10th, 2017). And Nick Offerman sits down with Stephen for Community Calendar, focusing on Offerman's home town of Minooka, Illinois (Original Air Date: April 4th, 2016). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Back when they got started at the Groundlings in L.A., married couple Melissa McCarthy and Ben Falcone wrote their first sketch about Bob Seger, naturally (Original Air Date: April 5th, 2016). Then, Melissa McCarthy and Stephen sit down to announce some upcoming local events on the Community Calendar for her hometown of Plainfield, Illinois (Original Air Date: May 11th, 2018). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile... Stephen celebrates the joy that viral sensation Tariq inspires with his love of corn, and wonders if he can get in on the "quiet quitting" trend (Original Air Date: September 7th, 2022). Adam Scott shares a preview of his new AppleTV+ show, "Severance," and fantasizes about a way to achieve the mythical goal of a balanced life (Original Air Date: February 17th, 2022). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen talks about the unexpected repercussions of his guest role on "Curb Your Enthusiasm" with the show's star and creator, Larry David (Original Air Date: January 8th, 2020). And "Curb Your Enthusiasm" star Susie Essman makes her first visit to The Late Show and talks about what separates her co-star Larry David from other stand-up comedians (Original Air Date: October 6th, 2021). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

16-time Late Show guest Sen. Bernie Sanders gives examples of how corporations and wealthy individuals put profit motives ahead of the public good, hindering progress and allowing inequality to become entrenched. Read more of Sen. Sanders’ thoughts about the dangers of corporate greed in his new book, “It’s OK to Be Angry About Capitalism,” which is available everywhere now. Original Air Date: February 20th, 2023. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile... New York City's elected leaders decided they no longer wanted to conduct business in the shadow of a man who enslaved people, so a statue of Thomas Jefferson was packed up and moved to a new location this week. Next, the star of "The Wheel of Time" on Amazon Prime, Rosamund Pike, tells Stephen about her days busking on the streets of London, when she played cello to raise money for her theater school tuition. Original Air Date: November 24th, 2021 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Denzel Washington returns to The Late Show to talk Shakespeare with Stephen and preview his new film, "The Tragedy of Macbeth," streaming now on Apple TV+. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile... Excitement is running high around the opening of a new "Star Wars"-themed hotel at Disney World, but wannabe hotel guests may be scared off by the sky-high room rates (Original Air Date: August 10th, 2021). And Laura Dern, who stars in "Marriage Story" and "Little Women," pulls back the curtain on her rumored relationship with Baby Yoda (Original Air Date: January 10th, 2020). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

J.J. Abrams is the director for "Star Wars: Rise of Skywalker" and he talks about an eerie message the late Carrie Fisher left him in her last book (Original Air Date: November 25th, 2019). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Living legend Mark Hamill appreciates the loyal fanbase of Star Wars so much that he has given them a name (Original Air Date: December 8th, 2017). Then, Adam Driver and Stephen reenact a scene from 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi' with figurines from the franchise (Original Air Date: December 14th, 2017). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… Turf battles over space for Pickleball courts have erupted nationwide (Original Air Date: March 7th, 2023). Phil Keoghan, the Emmy-winning host of "The Amazing Race," and multi-platinum Country music superstar Dierks Bentley share the secret to how they won the first ever celebrity pickleball tournament, #PICKLED, which aired on CBS and raised money for Comic Relief (Original Air Date: November 17th, 2022). Tig Notaro can’t say who she partnered with in Stephen Colbert’s celebrity pickleball tournament, but she can share what her doctor said when she notified him that she’d be competing despite having a fractured femur (Original Air Date: November 16th, 2022). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

'Battle of the Sexes' star Emma Stone may have a Best Actress Oscar, but she couldn't act cool when she sat beside tennis legend and social activist Billie Jean King at the US Open (Originally aired September 19th, 2017). And 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 handles the mental health challenges that come with being a famous athlete, the joys of being able to go out in public without being recognized, and the reason she wrote her new book for children, “The Way Champs Play,” which is on sale now (Originally aired December 5th, 2022). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Serena Williams, joining us from quarantine in Melbourne where she was preparing for the Australian Open, is a certified nerd who isn't afraid to trade opinions about "Lord of the Rings" with little-known Tolkien enthusiast, Stephen Colbert (Originally aired January 25th, 2021). And Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian tells the 'meet cute' story he and wife Serena Williams share, explaining how it all started in a café in Rome (Originally aired May 7th, 2018). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile... It's the statue of a young, shirtless Lincoln that some are calling 'Babe Lincoln' (Originally aired March 5th, 2019). And friend of the show Doris Kearns Goodwin stops by with a preview of the new documentary series on The HISTORY Channel, "Abraham Lincoln," and shares her thoughts on the nationwide attack on voting rights currently taking place in America (Originally aired February 16th, 2022). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It can be tough to wind down after hosting The Late Show, so sometimes Stephen needs a bedtime story to help him fall asleep. We're thrilled to present this spoonful of sugar from the one and only Julie Andrews, who recited Stephen's favorite children's poem 'The King's Breakfast' by A. A. Milne; followed by two original works by authors Jonathan Franzen and George Saunders. Julie Andrews originally aired October 22nd, 2019; Jonathan Franzen originally aired October 28th, 2015; and George Saunders originally aired December 8th, 2015. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 film when staying home to watch movies. Original Air Date: January 3rd, 2023. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The author of "The Ones We've Been Waiting For: How A New Generation of Leaders Will Transform America," Charlotte Alter, joins Stephen Colbert to discuss why "Harry Potter" is so ingrained in millennial minds and how that inspires them to fight against authoritarianism (Originally aired February 26th, 2020). And can anyone name a greater performer than Beyoncé Knowles-Carter? Acclaimed author Michael Eric Dyson challenges Stephen, Jon Batiste and the members of Stay Human to name an entertainer who is more talented and influential than Queen Bey. Dyson's new book, "Entertaining Race: Performing Blackness in America", is available everywhere now (Originally aired November 2nd, 2021). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen is joined by Anna Kendrick, Yvette Nicole Brown, and other celebrities, entrepreneurs and sports stars who made big donations in their hometowns to support teachers and schools all over the country. And in honor of #BestSchoolDay, Stephen went back to his childhood classroom to have a chat with his all-time favorite teacher. Original Air Date: March 10th, 2016. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 2007, Stephen satirically ran for President of the United States, and it was a full team effort, from Doritos’ sponsoring his presidential coverage to working with DonorsChoose to fund donations for public school classrooms across the country. Stephen joins Masters of Scale executive producer Jordan McLeod and co-founder of WaitWhat June Cohen to recall his satirical run for presidency, his letter to the Democratic Party asking to stay on the ballot, and his early engagements with DonorsChoose. In 2009, Stephen joined the DonorsChoose Board of Directors, and he’s helped raise millions of dollars for the organization. Find new episodes of Masters of Scale every Tuesday, available wherever you get your podcasts. Original Release Date: December 2022. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen answers questions from the most curious of minds: kids! With some help from Jon Batiste and astrophysicist Neil DeGrasse Tyson. Original Air Date: May 13th, 2020. And 'Astrophysics for People in a Hurry' author Neil deGrasse Tyson explains the science behind the first observed interstellar object to visit our universe (which Stephen knows is full of aliens). Original Air Date: January 5th, 2018. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Will Ferrell reveals the true story behind his top-secret guest appearance on a CBS drama, and shares some personal Valentines Day notes he's written for his wife. Original Air Date: February 12th, 2020. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sean Astin new nothing about 'Lord Of The Rings' when he accepted the role of Samwise Gamgee, and thought he was taking a role in 'The Phantom Tollbooth' (Originally aired November 8th, 2017). Viggo Mortensen, star and director of the film "Falling," once suffered a bout of vertigo and had to hug a wall while filming an intense battle scene in "Lord Of The Rings" (Originally aired January 28th, 2021). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile... A man in Italy is giving our host a run for his money as he acts out his Middle Earth fantasies in a cross-country quest to destroy a ring (Original Air Date: September 16th, 2021). Next, Dominic Monaghan, Billy Boyd, and special guest Peter Jackson tried to find a "Lord of the Rings" trivia question that would stump our host. And to up the stakes, they have a special LOTR prize for Stephen if he can get it right (Original Air Date: June 29th, 2021). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andy Serkis becomes Gollum to read Trump's tweets, and the stars of "The Good Liar," Helen Mirren and Ian McKellen, take on the roles of Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky and read lines from the infamous "transcript." Andy Serkis originally aired July 11th, 2017; Helen Mirren & Ian McKellen originally aired November 6th, 2019. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile... The internet's newest thirst trap is none other than friend of the Late Show, Kumail Nanjiani, and a 'Lord of the Rings' television series has an open casting call for ugly extras (Original Air Date: December 17th , 2019). Cate Blanchett discusses how her husband's last name 'Upton' caused kids to believe she was model Kate Upton (Original Air Date: August 12th, 2019). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every night before the show Stephen takes a few questions from the audience. When the questions are "Lord Of The Rings" related, the answers are never particularly brief (Originally Released August 4th, 2016). Peter Jackson talks about his favorite "Lord Of The Rings" scenes, how they shot those epic battles and even apologizes to Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern for not casting her in the movies (Original Air Date: December 11th, 2020). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

'Billions' star Damian Lewis' first Broadway show was 'Hamlet.' It was also the first show in which he took a sword to the face (Originally aired 3/11/2019) | 'Billions' is more than just a role for Paul Giamatti. It's also an education in erotic sadomasochism, since he says he does his own S&M stunts (Originally aired 3/20/2019) | Corey Stoll also talks Shakespeare with Stephen, and confesses that he wouldn't know what to do with a billion dollars, despite portraying someone who does in "Billions" on Showtime (Originally aired 1/14/2022). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen traveled to the planet Arrakis to meet "Dune" stars Zendaya and Timothée Chalamet, who told him how hard they worked to land the roles of Chani and Paul in the highly anticipated film by Denis Villeneuve. Superfan Stephen Colbert plays a little game he calls "Duner or Later" to see how well they know their history. "Dune" is streaming on HBO Max (Original Air Date: October 21st, 2021). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David Harbour is the new celebrity spokesman for Kroggett's Haunted Truck Translation Dictionary (Originally aired 10/4/2021) | Before his massive hit show 'Stranger Things' was released, David Harbour told Stephen he didn't think it was going to be a success (Originally aired 11/15/2019). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meryl Streep, who starred in the Steven Soderbergh film "Let Them All Talk," described the process of shooting on a cruise ship and improvising the entire script. Meryl also tells the story behind her mention in President Obama's new book, where she recited a poem in Mandarin with Yo-Yo Ma (Original Air Date: December 7th, 2020). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In high school, Paul Rudd made a fake ID that said his friend was 5'12" and to their surprise, it actually worked when they went to Florida for spring break (Original Air Date: November 26th, 2019). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A trio who give new meaning to the words "triple threat," Selena Gomez, Martin Short and Steve Martin, joined Stephen Colbert to talk about collaborating on their Hulu show, "Only Murders in the Building" (Original Air Date: September 7th, 2021). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When Jerry Seinfeld joined Stephen over Zoom in 2020 to talk about his new book, "Is This Anything?," the legendary comic compared notes with Stephen about performing without an audience and shared his disdain for the COVID-era elbow bump (Original Air Date: 10/6/20) | Jason Alexander's first love was Shakespeare: he tells Stephen that he started acting with the role of Hamlet in mind, not George Costanza (Original Air Date: 10/2/2017). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In her seven-night television event "Belief," Oprah Winfrey looks at the ways humans find meaning in the world. While chatting about the series, she and Stephen take a moment to quote their favorite bible verses (Original Air Date: 10/15/2015) | Gayle King arrived at The Late Show sporting her backstage bracelet from Beyoncé's "Formation" tour, and talked about what makes "CBS Mornings" great (Original Air Date: 6/9/2016). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

'Nailed It!' host and comedian Nicole Byer got trapped in a helicopter with a marriage proposal (Originally aired 1/9/2019) | Stephen learns a new brownie recipe from athlete, entrepreneur and cookbook author Shaquille O'Neal. Find this recipe and more in Shaq's new cookbook, "Shaq's Family Style," available now (Originally aired 4/4/2022). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To gain perspective on Hillary's historic nomination, Stephen goes live via satellite to the year 1776 to speak with two female delegates from the second Continental Congress, played by Abbi Jacobsen & Ilana Glazer (Originally Aired: 7/28/2016) | And the "Broad City" gals take Stephen to a magical bagel world, run by the rainbow bagels that have taken Brooklyn by storm (Originally Aired: 2/16/2016). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

GRAMMY-winning superstar Billie Eilish makes her first visit to A Late Show for this special extended conversation with Stephen Colbert. Billie explains why it took her five hours to get through viewing her new documentary, "Billie Eilish: The World's A Little Blurry," and what it was like letting a camera crew take over her home for the production (Original Air Date: February 23rd, 2021). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen gets extra close up and personal with his guests as they stick their heads into a cardboard box together for some very intimate interviews, starting with Tom Hanks (Originally aired 12/15/2017) | Stephen Colbert and Steve Carell have always been close. Just not this close (Originally aired 2/3/2019) | And Boxing Day comes early as Seth Rogen and Stephen share a moment alone hotboxing the Personal Space box (Originally aired 6/22/2018). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices