The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert Meanwhile | Tolkien’s Desk
Dec 7, 2025
Stephen bids on J.R.R. Tolkien's writing desk, humorously pondering its auction value. A touching story unfolds about a couple who wed in a swimming pool after meeting in water aerobics. Japanese engineers unveil a quirky human washing machine, sparking both laughter and curiosity. A fashion show in the NYC subway adds to the whimsy, while a fun discussion reveals that lions have regional accents. The blend of quirky topics and witty banter keeps the conversation lively and engaging!
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Students' Meanwhile Intros Stolen And Praised
- Stephen Colbert reads Tenafly High School students' creative meanwhile intros and jokes about stealing them for the show.
- He praises their work and mock-threatens subpoenas while awarding them A's for the segment.
Fame Inflates Artifact Value
- Colbert reports Tolkien's desk is up for auction but dismisses its significance with comic indifference.
- The bit highlights how celebrity artifacts attract high prices despite public apathy.
Pool Marriage After Water Aerobics
- Colbert tells of a widow and widower who met in water aerobics and married in the same pool, celebrating late-life romance.
- He jokes about venues and consummation while describing how the show turned the story into a song quickly.
