The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert

It's Groundhog Day, but rodents predicting the weather aren't as accurate as the holiday cracks them up to be... and the NFL is reeling from new revelations of racism and unethical behavior detailed in a lawsuit by former Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores. Meanwhile, Domino’s is encouraging customers to be their own delivery drivers, but if you drive a Tesla you might want to check the brakes first. And Tim McGraw, who stars in “1883” on Paramount+, stops by to tell Stephen what it was like wearing itchy period costumes on set, and working alongside legendary actor Sam Elliot. Next up, our dear friend Martha Stewart returns to the show with a bottle of Martha’s Chard and some fun ideas for a romantic Valentine’s Day. Listen as she reveals what it takes to impress her on a first date, and check out more of her delicious ideas at martha.com. 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

3 Feb 202240min

Stephen kicks off Black History Month with a look at some disturbing new state laws which limit what can be taught about racism in schools. Then, Stephen breaks down the latest news about the standoff between Russia and the U.S. over Ukraine, and the curious sense of calm that’s evident on the streets in that country. CNN Chief International Correspondent Clarissa Ward joins Stephen live from Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine with an update about the Russian troop buildup, analysis of Vladimir Putin’s strategic options, and the mood on the ground among the Ukrainian public. Next, Faith Hill makes her first visit to The Late Show to celebrate the premiere of her new Paramount+ series, “1883,” a prequel to the wildly popular series, “Yellowstone,” and she reveals a bit of how she and her husband and co-star Tim McGraw prepare for their scenes. 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

2 Feb 202237min

Stephen recaps the weekend’s big football news, including the retirement rumors swirling around Tom Brady, and looks at some self-incriminating comments made by the former president at a rally in Texas. Meanwhile… Stephen looks at a dubious plan to use a virus to splice blockchain code with the DNA of a live rodent. What could go wrong? Then, EGOT winner and moderator of “The View,” Whoopi Goldberg, stops by to talk about how she unexpectedly became part of the news after this morning’s episode. Stick around for more from the amazing Whoopi Goldberg, and catch her upcoming film project, “Caught In His Web,” when it premieres on Lifetime on February 19th. And California congressman Rep. Ro Khanna makes his first visit to The Late Show to chat with Stephen about Big Tech’s influence over our lives and why he believes an ‘Internet Bill of Rights’ is needed. Learn more about Rep. Khanna’s work in his new book, “Dignity in a Digital Age.” 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

1 Feb 202241min

While the Northeast braces for a wild winter storm, residents of Florida are being warned about frozen lizards falling from the trees. In election news, daytime TV host Dr. Oz is struggling to connect with GOP power brokers as he preps for a senate run in Pennsylvania. Meanwhile… You might want to think twice before you treat your special someone to Valentine’s Day dinner at White Castle this year. Then, the fabulous Marlee Matlin (joined by her interpreter, Jack) makes her first visit to The Late Show to celebrate the release of her new film, “CODA,” on Apple TV+. Matlin chats with Stephen about her decades-long efforts to coax Hollywood into hiring more deaf actors, writers, and directors, and increasing deaf representation on screen. Check out “CODA,” which stands for Child Of Deaf Adults, streaming now on Apple TV+. Next up, “Station Eleven” star Mackenzie Davis stops by to chat with Stephen about the new season of her pandemic-themed show, and how her relationship with the works of Shakespeare has changed over the years. 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

29 Jan 202241min

Fox News is way off the mark with their “credible” speculation that VP Harris will be President Biden’s nominee for the Supreme Court, and Stephen has a song for Senator Ron Johnson who thinks society has no duty to take care of children. Next up, a Gaetz-Gaete Up-Gaete: Friends flip on Matt Gaetz over drug-fueled sex parties. Then, the only at-home covid test guaranteed to be available right now is "OccupalMAX," and it isn’t like other Covid-19 tests, because it’s not one! And famous siblings Kate and Oliver Hudson have a fun, close relationship but they are no different than most families when it comes to competing for attention from their parents and each other. Hear more from both of Goldie Hawn’s kids on their podcast, “Sibling Revelry,” available wherever you get your podcasts. 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

28 Jan 202238min

Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer is retiring, Russia is poised to invade Ukraine, and Boris Johnson can't have his cake and eat it at a non-socially-distanced "work event," too. Next, fashion expert and Late Show writer Eliana Kwartler goes over the latest textile trends with Stephen and dishes on which retro styles are making a comeback. And Stephen welcomes movie star Adrien Brody to talk about his new film, "Clean," in theaters and on demand this Friday, as well as his past as a birthday party magician and his guest role on the latest season of "Succession." 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

27 Jan 202238min

President Biden’s hot mic moment revealed a man who has had enough of that reporter’s shenanigans, and there’s something strange about the way Tucker Carlson is promoting Russia’s side of the story when covering the crisis in Ukraine. Meanwhile… Stephen launches his newest Meanwhile sub-segment, “Queenwhile,” with a look at the remarkable story of a female monarch in Japan. Next, the host of MSNBC’s “The ReidOut,” Joy Reid, returns to The Late Show to talk with Stephen about some of the biggest news stories of the moment. And Thomas MIddleditch shares stories from behind the scenes of his CBS sitcom, “B Positive,” where he gets to act alongside showbiz legends like Ben Vereen and Jane Seymore. 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

26 Jan 202241min

Russia’s buildup of troops on the Ukraine border has NATO countries scrambling their fighter planes and President Biden considering the use of ground troops. Next up, Stephen answers kids' questions! If you have a kid who has a question for Stephen, post it to social media using the tag #ColbertKidQuestions and you may see your kid on a future episode of The Late Show! And Kristen Stewart returns to The Late Show for a two-part interview and talks to Stephen about what it was like to portray Princess Diana in her latest film, “Spencer.” On their new Netflix show, “Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness,” our good friend JVN gets to take an inquisitive look at topics as varied as insects, skyscrapers, figure skating, hair, gender identity and more. Listen as they tell Stephen about learning to garden during the pandemic, and the lengths they will go to in order to defend the veggies from predators. “Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness” premieres this Friday on Netflix, check it out!  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

25 Jan 202242min