The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert Stephen Presents: Director Jim Hoskinson
Oct 7, 2025
Stephen Colbert chats with director Jim Hoskinson about their two-decade journey together. They reminisce about unforgettable on-air moments, including a wild live segment from Inside Edition. Jim shares insights into the show's intricate technical demands and expresses pride in the seamless execution. As he prepares for retirement, he humorously discusses RV travels and a lighthearted crime-solving plan. Stephen introduces Yvonne De Mare as Jim's successor and highlights the importance of teamwork in their creative processes.
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Twenty Years And Thousands Of Shows
- Stephen Colbert recounts hiring Jim Hoskinson and highlights their 20-year collaboration across thousands of episodes.
- He emphasizes Jim's role directing both The Colbert Report and The Late Show as foundational to the shows' success.
Laughter Powers Complex Production
- Jim reflects that the job gave them permission to come in and laugh while doing serious technical work.
- He highlights that combining humor with complex production makes the daily work rewarding.
Build Calm Leadership For Live TV
- Stephen Colbert credits Jim's calm leadership and readiness to execute last-minute changes as essential to live television.
- Do cultivate calmness under pressure and systems that ensure material and technical elements are ready before broadcast.