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John Lithgow makes his tenth appearance on The Late Show and brings along a special poem he wrote for our host in this exclusive EXTENDED Podcast interview. John Lithgow is on Broadway starting this week in “Giant,” find tickets and more information at gianttheplay.com . 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...
President Trump boasted about how much he likes the name "Operation Epic Fury," Iran is following through on threats to attack ships in the Strait of Hormuz, Pete Hegseth can't stand the sight of his own face, and Stephen has updates on some real-deal Sasquatch sightings. Comedy icon Wanda Sykes branches out into her first dramatic role in the new film, "Undercard," and she enjoyed every moment of shooting the film in Puerto Rico. "Undercard" is available on demand on March 27th and tickets to t...
Energy investors are struggling to keep up as America’s war against Iran roils the markets, President Trump says higher gas prices will be worth it in the long run, and this summer our nation’s capital will host an IndyCar race named “Freedom 250.” CNN Chief International Correspondent Clarissa Ward joins live from Erbil, Iraq to provide an on-the-ground perspective on what’s happening in the Middle East as the United States and Israel continue their attack on Iran, and as the Pentagon memeifies...
President Trump is trying to have it both ways on the Iran war, Pete Hegseth oversaw an historic surge in Pentagon spending on food and housewares, the nation’s capitol will host an IndyCar race this summer, and the president is making all the men in his orbit wear shoes from Florsheim. Oscar-nominated actress Michelle Pfeiffer says she signed on to star in “The Madison” without ever seeing a script, but she did seek advice from legendary actress Helen Mirren on what to expect when working with ...
Iran selected a new leader without seeking America’s approval, President Trump wore a novelty hat to an event honoring soldiers killed in action, and the president insulted his Spanish-speaking guests at the first meeting of the Shield of the Americas. National security analyst and podcast host Paul Rieckhoff describes President Trump’s use of the military as “all gas, no brakes” and says that Congress is utterly failing by ceding control of America’s warfighting to the president. New episodes o...
Acclaimed actor Harvey Guillén is set to make his Broadway debut next month in “The Rocky Horror Show,” and he tells Stephen what it was like to walk into the iconic Studio 54 nightclub space for the first time with his cast-mates. “The Rocky Horror Show” opens March 26th. 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...
Dr. Brandini is making balloon animals to help pay off his med school debt, Megan Thee Stallion is headed to Broadway to star in "Moulin Rouge," and parents are being warned not to pack pre-made cocktails in their kids' school lunch bags. 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...
Beloved comedian Maria Bamford stops by to catch up with Stephen about life in Minnesota, early-morning stand-up shows, and what it's like being the subject of a documentary. The doc, "Paralyzed By Hope: The Maria Bamford Story," is screening at SXSW this month and you can find tickets to Maria Bamford's comedy tour at https://mariabamford.com . To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ht...
President Trump is replacing Kristi Noem after her disastrous performance at televised congressional hearings, we’re learning more about how poorly trained Noem’s ICE agents are thanks to testimony from a whistleblower, and RFK Jr. may soon regret attacking one of New England’s most beloved brands. Stephen’s friend and fellow late night host Jimmy Fallon stops by for his first interview on The Late Show. Watch as the two reminisce about the good times they’ve shared, including a mind-blowing tri...
President Trump keeps undermining his administration’s own talking points about the combat operations against Iran, Israel’s foreign minister threatened “elimination” to anyone selected as Iran’s next supreme leader, and the CEO of McDonald’s is making food influencer videos. “Rooster” star Steve Carell stops by to help Stephen Colbert raise some cash for World Central Kitchen by auctioning off one-of-a-kind pieces of television history ahead of the series finale of The Late Show. Learn more abo...
The State Department wants Americans to leave the Middle East but won’t provide transportation, President Trump says the biggest bombs have yet to fall, and U.S. commanders are telling troops that Trump was appointed by Jesus to bring about Armageddon by starting a war in Iran. Oscar-nominated actor Jake Gyllenhaal reaches between the cushions of The Late Show’s guest chair to find a note left for him by his big sister and lifelong director, Maggie Gyllenhaal. Their new film “The Bride!” is in t...
President Trump still hasn’t told the American people why he’s bombing Iran, the U.S. and Israel have sent mixed messages about whether the goal is regime change, and Secretary Hegseth boasted that the military will disregard customary rules of engagement during this campaign. Brett McGurk, CNN national security analyst and former Middle East advisor to four presidents, warns in this EXTENDED conversation that President Trump has entered into a war without communicating clear objectives and a cl...
Emmy-winner Bradley Whitford returns to The Late Show to indulge Stephen in some "The West Wing" nostalgia and to offer a sneak peek at his new film, which was written and directed by his wife, Amy Landecker. "For Worse" is in theaters this Friday. 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...
Meanwhile... Scientists examined the body of a man who may have had three penises, zoo employees observed an intense staring contest between a giraffe and an ostrich, singles in New York City are grappling on first dates, a surgeon is making balloon animals to pay off his med school debt, and a man accidentally gained control of 7,000 robot vacuums. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...
If you don't know her favorite smell, or what she thinks happens when we die, do you really know Emma Thompson? 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
A camel beauty contest in Oman was marred by a cheating scandal, President Trump seems poised to attack Iran without first justifying it to the American people, and the president’s pick for Surgeon General is a wellness influencer without an active license to practice medicine. Actors Kurt and Wyatt Russell sit down for a joint, EXTENDED interview with Stephen Colbert that starts with a chat about Stephen’s favorite feel-good film, “The Thing,” which stars Kurt Russell and leaves viewers searchi...
The only people who liked President Trump’s State of the Union speech were the thirstiest MAGA buttkissers, it’s unclear why the DOJ didn’t search Jeffrey Epstein’s storage units despite having a warrant, and Stephen takes a look at a big fight brewing between the Pentagon and an artificial intelligence company. GRAMMY- and Oscar-nominated singer and actress Teyana Taylor is basking in the well-deserved glow of praise she’s receiving for her performance as Perfidia Beverly Hills in “One Battle A...
Stephen Colbert delivers his LIVE monologue following President Trump’s record-setting State of the Union address, where the unpopular leader demonized Democrats and touted his policy that kicked millions of Americans off food stamps. Not present at the speech were the gold medal-winning women of Team USA Hockey who declined the president’s invitation and chose instead to celebrate their achievement alongside Flavor Flav in Las Vegas. Brilliant journalist John Dickerson offers an historical pers...
This episode covers Stephen Colbert's monologue on a historic New York blizzard and celebrates US Olympic successes in hockey and figure skating. It delves into the Supreme Court striking down President Trump's tariffs and his subsequent reactions. The show also highlights The Late Show's successful charity auction for World Central Kitchen, including Senator Jeff Flake buying back his own stolen rug. Finally, Emmy-winner Ray Romano joins to share stories from his early career, including his breakthrough on Letterman and his current Broadway debut.
Best-selling author Michael Pollan returns to The Late Show to chat with Stephen about the difference between awareness and consciousness, and what the latest science says about life forms like bacteria, insects and plants. Grab a copy of his latest book, “A World Appears: A Journey Into Consciousness,” available everywhere next Tuesday. 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://podc...
Meanwhile... Stephen reveals the reason people eat at places like Applebee's, Logan Paul made millions flipping a rare Pokémon card, couples are flocking to a secret "kissing room" in Grand Central Station, and a rare ice formation has emerged in upstate New York. And because Stephen Colbert loves science, he wants to tell you all the latest science in his science segment, The Sound Of Science. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-p...
Best-selling author Walter Isaacson describes the Declaration of Independence as "America's mission statement" and argues that the ideals of equality set forth in the opening line of the document reflected the hopes of the country"s founders, not the reality of existing civil rights at the time. "The Greatest Sentence Ever Written" 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 ...
A major figure in the Jeffrey Epstein scandal is finally facing consequences, President Trump held the first meeting of his Board of Peace, and the fallout from President Obama’s comment about alien life forms continues. Emmy-winner Melissa McCarthy stops by to show some love to Stephen and to share a truly surreal story about getting a call from Barbra Streisand and finding herself headed to the music legend’s home to record a duet. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices vi...
The Pope turned down Trump’s invitation to join the made-up Board of Peace, the president’s approval numbers have never been lower, RFK Jr. and Kid Rock posted a cringe workout video from Kid’s home gym, and Stephen has heartwarming news about a young monkey named Punch. “The Epstein Class” is a phrase coined by Senator Jon Ossoff to refer to the ultra-wealthy and political elites who are operating as if the rules don’t apply to them. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices v...
Several major holidays including Lunar New Year, Ramadan and Mardi Gras converged today, Americans are less hopeful than ever, several business leaders and European politicians have been ousted over their ties to Jeffrey Epstein, and Stephen reads some titillating poetry written by California gubernatorial candidate Eric Swalwell. Next up, Stephen Colbert goes on the record about his interview with Texas State Rep. James Talarico, the FCC’s “equal time” rule, and today’s statement from CBS. And ...
In this Pod Show exclusive BONUS episode, Stephen Colbert explains to his broadcast audience that a new directive from Brendan Carr’s FCC makes it next to impossible for CBS to air his interview with Texas State Rep. James Talarico on CBS. Then hear what couldn't go on TV last night, and get the online-exclusive interview that touches on the issues raised in Talarico's campaign for the Democratic nomination for Senate including the separation of church and state, the dangers of consolidated corp...
The alleged affair between DHS Sec. Kristi Noem and her advisor Corey Lewandowski is reportedly making life hell for their staffers, President Obama backpedaled after telling a podcaster that aliens are real, and you should think twice before taking nutrition advice from the chatbot on the new HHS website. Beloved actress Jennifer Garner knows how to live life to the fullest, whether it’s taking her mom to Canada to see the Northern Lights, or enjoying the unique pleasures of a snow day in New Y...
Oscar-nominated writer and director Ryan Coogler talks about what it takes to stay on top of his game as a director, and bonds with Stephen over their shared love of the film, "The Thing." Coogler's Golden Globe-winning film "Sinners" has returned to theaters for a limited time. 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...
If you don't know his favorite action movie, or which five words he would use to describe the rest of his life, do you really know legendary musician "Weird" Al Yankovic? 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...
In this exclusive Pod Show introduction, Stephen tells the Late Show listeners why Yo-Yo Ma loves coming on the show, and why the show loves having him! Then hear the national treasure and virtuoso's EXTENDED conversation about music, energy, and how humans relate to the rest of the natural world. Go to YouTube.com/ColbertLateShow for a performance by Yo-Yo Ma and listen to the "Our Common Nature" podcast, available now. Yo-Yo Ma originally aired January 13th, 2026. To learn more about listener ...
