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The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert

The #1 show in late night delivered straight to your ears, every day. Keep up with all the whip-smart writing, hilarious monologues, and revealing conversations with celebrity guests, only on The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert. Late Show Pod Show listeners can use discount code "TLS20” for 20% off all The Late Show with Stephen Colbert products on ParamountShop.com. Watch The Late Show with Stephen Colbert weeknights at 11:35/10:35c on CBS or stream it on Paramount+.
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Cyborgasm: AI "Slop" Is Everywhere

Tech lover Stephen Colbert offers his expert analysis on the latest news from the worlds of robotics and artificial intelligence. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 23, 20247 min

"Cabaret" Star Gayle Rankin

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. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jun 22, 202410 min

Jeremy Allen White (Extended) | Hey, Solsticer!

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. Ca...

Jun 21, 202426 min

Cynthia Erivo | Free For All

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 performin...

Jun 20, 202422 min

Pod Save America | Hot Topic

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 Ameri...

Jun 19, 202429 min

Dr. Anthony Fauci | Fool's Old

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. To learn more about listener dat...

Jun 18, 202433 min

SNL's Chloe Fineman

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. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jun 17, 20249 min

Meanwhile | Sound of Science: Floor Time

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. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.co...

Jun 16, 202412 min

Father's Day Cards With Evie

The amazing Evie Colbet joins Stephen for a special Father's Day edition of America's favorite late night greeting card segment. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 15, 202410 min

Jude Law | Vice To Meet You

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. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-poli...

Jun 14, 202428 min

Seth Meyers | Age Is Just A Voter

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. To learn ...

Jun 13, 202430 min

Jake Gyllenhaal (Extended) | The Hunter Games

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+. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices v...

Jun 12, 202428 min

Sen. Cory Booker | Q And A-Hole

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. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Lear...

Jun 11, 202428 min

Tig Notaro (Extended)

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. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jun 10, 202413 min

Meanwhile | Giant Spiders, Hot Rodent Men

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. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https...

Jun 09, 202412 min

Stephen Merchant (Extended)

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. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jun 08, 202412 min

Julia Louis-Dreyfus | Stop Gun

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 n...

Jun 07, 202431 min

Jon Bon Jovi | Oui Did It, Joe!

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...

Jun 06, 202423 min

Viggo Mortensen (Extended) | Law And Border

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. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more...

Jun 05, 202424 min

Alicia Keys | Guilty Pleasure

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. To learn more about listener d...

Jun 04, 202425 min

Colman Domingo

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. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jun 03, 202410 min

Meanwhile | Sound of Science

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. To learn more about listener data and o...

Jun 02, 202412 min

Stephen Presents: Neil Young (Colbert Classic)

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. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jun 01, 202421 min

Stephen Presents: Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff

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 mal...

May 31, 202421 min

Stephen Presents: Audience Questions | Potluck

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! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more...

May 30, 202412 min

Stephen Presents: James Dyson

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 tryi...

May 29, 202419 min

Stephen Presents: Meredith Scardino (Extended)

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! To learn more about listener data a...

May 28, 202426 min

Comedian Paul Scheer

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. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

May 27, 20249 min

Meanwhile | Pregnancy Mysteries

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. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about ...

May 26, 202412 min

Marisa Abela | "Back to Black"

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. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

May 25, 20249 min
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