The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert

Jacob Soboroff, MSNBC senior political and national correspondent and author of Firestorm, discusses frontline reporting on aggressive immigration enforcement and the people shaping it. He also recounts watching his childhood neighborhood burn in the LA wildfires. Multiple short conversations explore clashes over policy, the scale of recent fires, and the hurdles of recovery and displacement.

Alexander Skarsgård, Emmy- and Golden Globe-winning actor known for Big Little Lies and The Northman, visits to promote his new film Pillion. He recounts a hilarious pickle-juice travel mishap and talks about family support at premieres. They discuss Pillion’s motorcycle-driven romance, strict dominance rules, and coming-of-age themes in short, lively conversations.

Bad Bunny, Puerto Rican singer and global music star known for reggaetón and Latin trap, joins for a playful Colbert Questionnaire. He reveals favorite foods, earliest memories, fears, travel quirks, and the five-word summary of his life. Conversation mixes lighthearted personal stories with fast-paced cultural moments and surprising details.

Sam Rockwell, Academy Award–winning actor known for Galaxy Quest and Three Billboards, stops by to promote Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die. He recalls hustling in New York with odd jobs and early TV cop roles. They veer into stories about time travel films, on-set camaraderie, and reflections on dying on screen.

Josh Shapiro, Pennsylvania governor and former attorney general, discusses state defenses against federal overreach and protecting civil liberties. He criticizes masked federal deployments and explains legal and political tools states can use. Lighter moments include Groundhog Day lore and a high-school love-letter story.

Jessica Williams, actress and comedian known for TV and film, chats about her role as Gabby on Shrinking and her playful off-screen friendship with Harrison Ford. They laugh over a SAG Awards prank, DIY upholstery and crafting as self-soothing. They also trade stories about empty-nest life, their dogs’ quirky personalities, and gaming nostalgia.

A ridiculous world-record trash can that hit 66 mph gets joked about. A food delivery robot narrowly loses to a train in a viral clip. A 1909 recipe surfaces for a popcorn-on-bread sandwich. New Gen Z slang like "choppleganger" gets explained and ribbed.

Maria J. Stephan, a scholar of nonviolent resistance and co-author of Why Civil Resistance Works, shares practical ways citizens can push back without violence. She covers tactics like neighborhood groups, strikes and playful protests. She also discusses faith communities, discipline under repression, and joy as a tool for ethical collective action.

Chance The Rapper, an independent Grammy-winning artist known for his innovative sound, reflects on his transformative mixtape, "Coloring Book," and his upcoming album, "Star Line." He discusses the influence of Pan-Africanism on his work, highlighting connections to Marcus Garvey's Black Star Line. Chance also shares insights from his encounters with Black artists globally, revealing how these experiences have shaped his latest music. Plus, he dives into the improv roots of Chicago's artistic landscape and its impact on his performances.

Academy Award-winning actress and political activist Jane Fonda joins the conversation, discussing her relaunch of the Committee for the First Amendment. She shares her experiences with oppression in the Soviet Union, highlighting the impact of censorship on creativity. Fonda emphasizes the importance of defending civic freedoms and outlines actionable steps for collective activism. Their discussion touches on current global political concerns and the potential authoritarian threat in America, bringing urgency to the fight for First Amendment rights.