Late Night with Seth Meyers Podcast Cynthia Erivo | Trump Posts Unhinged Rant on Epstein, Spirals Over Affordability as Poll Numbers Tank: A Closer Look
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Nov 21, 2025 
Cynthia Erivo, the talented actress and singer, shares her journey through a remarkable year, including her role in *Wicked for Good* and her new book, *Simply More*. She hilariously recounts a fan dressing up as one of her nails for Halloween and reflects on the deep bond she shares with her *Wicked* co-stars. Cynthia also opens up about the emotional impact of watching *Wicked for Good*, revealing how it brought her to tears. Plus, she discusses her experience writing her book while on the go and her plans for upcoming performances.
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Incoherent Messaging Undermines Credibility
- Seth Meyers highlights that Donald Trump's lengthy Truth Social post about the Epstein files was incoherent and self-contradictory.
- The segment shows how grandiose claims can unravel when contradicted by past statements and public memory.
Retroactive Claims Reveal Narrative Shifts
- Seth Meyers points out Trump retroactively claiming credit for pushing the release of the Epstein files while previously calling them a hoax.
- This highlights how shifting narratives damage trust and invite ridicule.
Word Choice Signals Political Spinning
- Seth Meyers uses Trump's misuse of big words and fanciful hypotheticals to show he's 'spinning out.'
- The bit demonstrates how language choices can signal a public figure's unraveling credibility.
