The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert

Today the Jan. 6th Committee laid out in shocking detail how the former president’s scheme to overturn the 2020 election brought harrowing consequences for the public servants who resisted the pressure to support his lies. Elsewhere, GOP primary voters in Missouri are seeing yet another violent campaign ad from a gun-toting candidate. Werner Herzog is the author of the new book, “The Twilight Worl...

Stephen talks about last week’s non-surrection. President Biden falls off his bike. Also, New Jersey Senator Cory Booker returns to The Late Show for a three-part chat that begins with a discussion about how best to celebrate America’s newest national holiday, Juneteenth.

Meanwhile… The internet loves Chris Evans this week, especially footage of him slipping back into his Boston accent. Also, if you’re rich and looking for a good time, try a bump of caviar! 

The fabulous Evie Colbert returns for a very special Father’s Day edition of everyone’s favorite late night greeting card segment, First Drafts. Happy Father's Day from The Late Show Pod Show!

When he needs a reminder of why his work as a Senator and a pastor is so important, Sen. Raphael Warnock remembers the example set by the late Rep. John Lewis who always encouraged him to keep the faith. Listen to this Late Show Pod Show exclusive extended interview where he remembers what it was like to be elected to the US Senate on January 5th, 2021 - just one day before the insurrection. Senat...

John Eastman and the rest of the lawyers advising the former president knew that his plan to overturn the election was a crime, and today’s Jan. 6th Committee hearing revealed that the insurrectionist mob got alarmingly close to getting their hands on VP Mike Pence that day. Next up, Stephen calls a family meeting - so gather around, kiddo! And Tom Hanks describes the larger-than-life character he...

A member of the seditionist group Proud Boys complained to a judge about being mentioned on The Late Show, and President Biden might be the only American who feels good about the economy right now. Dame Emma Thompson returns to The Late Show for a Pod Show exclusive extended interview where she tells Stephen all about the intimate details of her new film, “Good Luck to You, Leo Grande." Hear Emma...

The former president scammed $250 million dollars in low-dollar donations from his most passionate followers for his bogus Election Defense Fund, and only time will tell if the DOJ prosecutes anybody after the Jan. 6th Committee investigation concludes. Next up, a special bonus act that didn't air on TV, all about the Watergate hearings! Which brings us to legendary journalists Bob Woodward and Ca...

The televised hearings of the Jan 6th Committee are proving to be must-see events, in particular the moments when witnesses have been asked to comment on the drinking habits of a certain former mayor of New York City. And Bryan Cranston shares the story behind the plot of his new film, “Jerry and Marge Go Large,” in which his character puts his math skills to extremely good use. Check out “Jerry a...

The star of Marvel's "Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings," Simu Liu, makes his first visit to The Late Show to tell Stephen about his experience as an honoree at the Time 100 gala and to introduce his new memoir, "We Were Dreamers: An Immigrant Superhero Origin Story," which is available everywhere now.

Meanwhile... Stephen is concerned that moviegoers may not be able to enjoy popcorn when they head to theaters this summer, the European Union looks to force Apple to use USB-C chargers on iPhones, and restaurant patrons in Arizona are being encouraged to lick a wall made of salt.

Joel Kim Booster, the writer and star of the new film, "Fire Island," made his first visit to The Late Show this week and explained what makes a small patch of land off New York's Long Island such a special place for LGBTQ people. "Fire Island" is streaming now on Hulu.

Stephen Colbert delivers his LIVE monologue after watching the first night of televised hearings held by the January 6th Committee. And 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 resident maestro in this very special episode of The Colbert Questione...

Stephen is getting hyped for Thursday’s televised Jan 6 Committee hearing, and wants manufacturers to know he isn’t fooled by the smaller package sizes we’re seeing on grocery store shelves these days. Congressman Adam Schiff returns to The Late Show to give a preview of what the American people can expect from Thursday’s primetime Jan 6th Committee hearings, and begins his interview with a stark...

Stephen gives an update on the five Proud Boys members who face 20 years in prison if convicted of sedition for their role in the Jan 6 insurrection, and announces that The Late Show will broadcast LIVE following the primetime Jan 6 Committee hearing this Thursday, June 9th. The legendary founder of the Tribeca Film Festival, Robert De Niro, returns to The Late Show for a two part interview that b...

The Jan 6th committee is hoping to reach a large audience with hearings televised in prime time this week, and CNN is implementing a plan to limit the number of times the network uses “Breaking News” alerts each day. After welcoming Jon Batiste back from break, Stephen salutes Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and takes a look at how her family members behaved during the official events of her platin...

Comedy legend and Monty Python co-founder John Cleese stopped by to talk to Stephen about his book "So, Anyway," how he and his fellow Pythons pitched their show to the BBC, and why fish are funny. And Stephen's furry hat is back for some proclamations... and so is John Cleese's.

Meanwhile… Stephen volunteers to eat an exciting new innovation from the world of snack food, and TV mom Kris Jenner wants to make sure that the next generation of her family keeps expanding.

Stephen's wide-ranging conversation with superstar Lady Gaga covers everything from her Oscar-nominated performance in "A Star Is Born" to the national debate surrounding Brett Kavanaugh's appointment to the Supreme Court.

Every night before the show, our host Stephen Colbert takes questions from the audience. This time he's asked to explain why his "Colbeard" look never evolved into a proper mustache.

Netflix's 'Ozark' star Jason Bateman has considered a post-acting venture into late night TV. Stephen makes Jason's dream a premature reality and hands over the reigns to The Late Show in this Colbert Classic from the vault.

Movie star Brad Pitt cozies up by Stephen as they contemplate humanity's most puzzling uncertainties in this Colbert Classic from the Late Show vault. We want your feedback on The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert! Visit  http://www.colbertlateshow.com/podsurvey  to take a brief survey.

Stephen's Daily Show Reunion extravaganza with Jon Stewart, Samantha Bee, Rob Corddry, Ed Helms, and John Oliver starts off with a flashback to Stephen's last day at The Daily Show. Next, Jon Stewart is appalled by Stephen's foul language when he sits down to catch up on the news, and says he's pretty sure comedians and Presidents shouldn't be held to the same standards of conduct. And finally, ev...

The former Supreme Allied Commander of NATO joined Stephen for a fascinating discussion about NATO, the relationship between Russia and China, and how the rest of the world puzzles over America’s chronic gun violence problem. Check out the new book by Admiral James Stavridis, “To Risk It All,” available everywhere now. We want your feedback on The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert! Visit  ht...

Meanwhile… Video of a tee-ball player’s elaborate at-bat dance is making the rounds online, and Stephen marvels at photos of a jungle flower that’s too phallic to show on TV.   We want your feedback on The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert! Visit  http://www.colbertlateshow.com/podsurvey  to take a brief survey.