The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert Comedian Paula Poundstone
May 18, 2025
Paula Poundstone, a comedic icon known for her sharp wit and the host of "Nobody Listens To Paula Poundstone," brings her humor to the stage at the Ed Sullivan Theater. She shares laugh-out-loud stories reflecting on the absurdities of modern life, including hilarious commentary on stress and memory. Paula also dives into the quirks of pharmaceutical advertising, poking fun at the ridiculousness of medication side effects. With her unique perspective, she proves that laughter truly is the best coping mechanism.
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Absurdity of Banning "Charlotte's Web"
- Paula Poundstone shares the absurdity of banning books like "Charlotte's Web" because animals talk.
- She humorously notes the irony given other talking entities in stories, highlighting censorship's silliness.
Operation Game Anecdote
- Paula recalls the game Operation and its buzzing penalty.
- She jokingly wonders whether such games might have unintended effects on the brain.
Bad Student but No Heroin
- Paula notes she was a bad student but didn't use heroin like RFK Jr. claimed.
- She takes responsibility for her choices with humor.