The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert

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. 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

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. 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

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. 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

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 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… 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. 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

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. 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

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.” 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

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. 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

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. 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

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.” 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

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). 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

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). 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

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). 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

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). 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 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). 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

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). 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

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). 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

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. 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… 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. 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

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! 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

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. 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

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. 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

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. 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

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. 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

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). 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… 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). 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

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). 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

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. 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

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. 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

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. 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

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! 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

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). 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

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). 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

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). 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

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). 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… 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. 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

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). 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

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. 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

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. 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… 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. 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

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. 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

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.” 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

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. 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

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. 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

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. 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

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). 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… 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. 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

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. 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

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. 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

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.” 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