The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert Intro Rewind: RuPaul's Colbert Questionert
Aug 24, 2025
Dive into playful banter about childhood memories and favorite music, featuring icons like Rick Astley. Discover RuPaul's quirky insights through the Colbert Questionnaire, where philosophical musings on life and death spark deeper reflections. Enjoy humorous stories about Stephen's dog, Benny, as he steals the spotlight. The discussion captures the joy of personal anecdotes while teasing exciting upcoming projects, mixing nostalgia with a vibrant celebration of personalities.
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Benny The Stoic Stage Dog
- Stephen Colbert describes Benny, his Boykin Spaniel, sitting in the Ed Sullivan Theater chair like a human and watching him intently.
- Colbert says Benny behaves like a working, goal-oriented hunting dog who wants tasks and sometimes misbehaves from lack of exercise.
City Walks Reveal Benny's Instincts
- Colbert recounts Benny lunging at pigeons in New York and being confused when they don't fly away, showing Benny's hunting instincts clash with city life.
- He explains Benny walks close to his heel in the city because the urban environment overstimulates him and keeps him cautious.
Colbert Questionnaire Kicks Off Playfully
- Stephen introduces RuPaul to the Colbert Questionnaire and asks the first question about the best sandwich, which RuPaul answers BLT with 'all tea, no shade.'
- The segment sets a playful interview tone and transitions into rapid personal questions revealing RuPaul's preferences.
