The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert Josh Brolin | Dinner For Schmucks
Aug 7, 2025
Josh Brolin, celebrated for his roles in classics like No Country for Old Men and the Avengers series, brings his charisma and humor to the conversation. He gives a sneak peek into his character in the Knives Out sequel and shares insights about his latest film, Weapons. The chat oscillates between reflections on acting and the absurdity of the current political landscape. Brolin also shares some comedic anecdotes about the filmmaking process, creating a delightful blend of laughter and intriguing insights.
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Epstein Scandal Cover-Up Insight
- Trump officials are alleged to be strategizing how to manage the Jeffrey Epstein scandal in secret meetings.
- The controversy remains highly visible despite attempts to conceal details and transcripts.
ICE Removes Age Caps
- ICE is removing age caps to bolster recruitment and add experience to the force.
- Older agents might bring maturity though some practical challenges like CPAP noise arise.
Vaccine Funding Cut Risks Lives
- RFK Jr. cut $500 million from mRNA vaccine research, sparking concerns about public health risks.
- Experts strongly condemn this as dangerous, citing mRNA vaccines' role in saving millions of lives.
