The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert

Dive into a whimsical world where psychic zoo animals predict the Super Bowl winner and cryptocurrency plays a quirky role in air traffic control. Enjoy satirical jabs at politics and Elon Musk while exploring the National Weather Service's tech troubles. Get a nostalgic peek into Elton John's favorite smells and memories, alongside hilarious anecdotes about personal fears and unforgettable concerts. The conversation flows effortlessly, blending humor with heartwarming reflections on music and life's mysteries.

The podcast dives into the absurdity of Trump's comments about Gaza, highlighting the lack of empathy in his rhetoric. It also humorously addresses the chaotic state of the government, touching on Don Jr.'s controversial hunting practices. Damon Wayans Jr. shares laughs about working with his father on a sitcom, revealing the comedic family dynamic. Personal stories about parenting, including a child's quirky name choice and amusing punishments, add a heartwarming touch to the discussion, blending humor with real-life family experiences.

Samantha Power, former Administrator of USAID, sheds light on the agency's vital mission and the potential ramifications of funding cuts, detailing how reduced support can affect global humanitarian efforts. Actor Miles Teller shares a gripping account of his family's harrowing escape from wildfires in California, revealing the emotional turmoil of losing their home. Their compelling stories intertwine themes of resilience while discussing the broader impacts of political decisions on everyday lives.

Lin-Manuel Miranda, the award-winning talent behind Hamilton and Encanto, joins the conversation to share insights on his latest Broadway show, "All In: Comedy About Love." He reflects on the pressures of performing in Hamilton while weaving in humorous tales from his experiences in the theater world. The dialogue takes a playful turn as they tackle the chaos of recent political events, such as tariffs, contrasting them with the joy of theatrical storytelling and personal anecdotes that celebrate love and nostalgia.

Jacob Soboroff, a bestselling author and NBC News correspondent, delves into the heartbreaking implications of immigration policies, particularly Trump’s intentional cruelty with family separations. He shares personal anecdotes covering the Los Angeles wildfires and the emotional toll it took on families. Soboroff also emphasizes the pressing need for compassionate immigration reform and calls for better preparedness against climate challenges. His insights are enhanced by discussions of a documentary based on his impactful book, "Separated: Inside an American Tragedy."

Get ready for some deliciously absurd topics! Velveeta's new portable cheese is hitting the shelves, while Martha Stewart is sprouting in home gardens. There's buzz about a new Oreo promoted by Post Malone, and a bizarre case of yellow gunk oozing from a man after butter overload. A pharma company is innovating with ketamine nasal spray for depression. Plus, a suspected drug trafficker was caught thanks to his wife's vacation posts, and scientists have created pasta too tiny to see. Who knew food and folly could collide so hilariously?

When actor Brandon Scott Jones learned that his show "Ghosts" would be filming in Montreal, he came up with a genius strategy to immerse himself among the city's French-speaking residents and become fluent in the language. "Ghosts" airs Thursdays on CBS. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trump’s MAGA goons want you to believe that what’s going on is normal, but it’s not. For example, our new head of Homeland Security cares more about her hair and makeup than protecting American citizens from being taken away by ICE agents. If you don’t know her favorite sandwich, or which animal frightens her the most, do you really know Hollywood legend Nicole Kidman? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s the Year of the Snake, RFK Jr.’s own family urged the Senate not to confirm him to Trump’s cabinet, and Sen. Bernie Sanders ripped the nominee for profiting off anti-vax conspiracy theories. In the second part of Stephen’s monologue, he looks at why the White House rescinded President Trump’s ill-conceived freeze of all federal grants, and an email sent to all federal workers which urged them to take a buyout and leave their jobs. Beloved actor Will Ferrell shares his motivation for wearing a Buddy costume out to an L.A Kings game, a move which immediately went viral and left fans scratching their heads. Watch his latest film, “You’re Cordially Invited,” available Thursday on Prime Video. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

President Trump is pursuing an autocratic agenda by taking revenge on prosecutors who investigated him and blocking the CDC from coordinating with the World Health Organization, egg prices are soaring as bird flu continues to spread, and PETA would like to do away with the main character in America’s Groundhog Day ceremonies. Hollywood legend and huge comedy fan Drew Barrymore shares the inside scoop on how she convinced CBS to bring back her favorite game show. “Hollywood Squares” airs Wednesday nights at 8pm on CBS. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices