The Justin Hamilton Podcast Dave Anthony - The Colbert Domino Effect
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Jul 22, 2025 Dave Anthony, comedian and co-host of The Dollop, dives into the state of U.S. media and politics. He tackles the recent firing of Stephen Colbert, arguing it's more about ideological shifts than finances. The conversation shifts to Paramount's struggles and the rise of right-wing figures in leadership roles. They also explore how late-night shows function as a retention tool rather than profit centers and ponder the future of late-night television in the streaming era. Dave urges Colbert to embrace a sharper, riskier satire to reclaim his comedic edge.
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Billionaire Buyouts Tilt Media Right
- Larry Ellison's purchase aims to turn Paramount/CBS into a right-wing mouthpiece by installing ideologues.
- Dave Anthony argues the move is ideological consolidation, not merely financial pruning.
Firing Colbert Is Political Signaling
- Cutting Colbert likely serves both to please right-wing allies and to reshape news tone at CBS.
- Anthony frames it as a deliberate ideological purge, not just a ratings decision.
Late Night Is A Loss-Leader
- Late-night shows historically serve to keep viewers on a network rather than directly make profit.
- Anthony says talk shows are promotional tools that rarely themselves generate big revenue.