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Tom Hanks (Extended Cut) | Pence & Sensibility Jun 17, 2022

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John Eastman and the rest of the lawyers advising the former president knew that his plan to overturn the election was a crime, and today’s Jan. 6th Committee hearing revealed that the insurrectionist mob got alarmingly close to getting their hands on VP Mike Pence that day. Next up, Stephen calls a family meeting - so gather around, kiddo! And Tom Hanks describes the larger-than-life character he portrays in the new Baz Luhrmann film, “Elvis,” as “a diabolical genius in every way.” Listen as Tom Hanks and Stephen Colbert talk all things Elvis Presley, Austin Butler, and in this Pod Show exclusive bonus moment, Hanks shares what it was like to be among the first household names to be hit by COVID in early 2020 in Australia along with his wife, Rita Wilson. "Elvis" opens everywhere in theaters next Friday.

Emma Thompson (Extended Cut) | Watch, Riot, Repeat Jun 16, 2022

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A member of the seditionist group Proud Boys complained to a judge about being mentioned on The Late Show, and President Biden might be the only American who feels good about the economy right now. Dame Emma Thompson returns to The Late Show for a Pod Show exclusive extended interview where she tells Stephen all about the intimate details of her new film, “Good Luck to You, Leo Grande." Hear Emma talk about how she prepared for the nude scene in her new film, and offers some advice to anyone bothered by the sight of themselves naked in the mirror. Plus, find out where Emma Thompson's house guests might stumble upon her Oscar trophies...

Extended Episode: Bob Woodward & Carl Bernstein on Watergate, 50 Years Later Jun 15, 2022

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The former president scammed $250 million dollars in low-dollar donations from his most passionate followers for his bogus Election Defense Fund, and only time will tell if the DOJ prosecutes anybody after the Jan. 6th Committee investigation concludes. Next up, a special bonus act that didn't air on TV, all about the Watergate hearings! Which brings us to legendary journalists Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein, who have released an updated edition of their book, “All The President’s Men” fifty years after they broke the story of a break-in at the Watergate Hotel. Listen to this exclusive podcast extended interview as they share their thoughts on the Jan. 6th Committee hearings, compare how Republican congressmen like Barry Goldwater stood up to Nixon to the way the current crop of GOP lawmakers continued to back T**** even after the horrors of the Jan. 6th insurrection, and tell stories of great moments in journalism history.

Bryan Cranston (Extended Cut) | Hearing We Go Again Jun 14, 2022

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The televised hearings of the Jan 6th Committee are proving to be must-see events, in particular the moments when witnesses have been asked to comment on the drinking habits of a certain former mayor of New York City. And Bryan Cranston shares the story behind the plot of his new film, “Jerry and Marge Go Large,” in which his character puts his math skills to extremely good use. Check out “Jerry and Marge Go Large” when it premieres this Friday on Paramount+!

Marvel Star Simu Liu Got Fired From His Accounting Job Jun 13, 2022

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The star of Marvel's "Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings," Simu Liu, makes his first visit to The Late Show to tell Stephen about his experience as an honoree at the Time 100 gala and to introduce his new memoir, "We Were Dreamers: An Immigrant Superhero Origin Story," which is available everywhere now.

Meanwhile | Popcorn Shortage Looms, Diners Lick A Restaurant Wall In Arizona Jun 12, 2022

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Meanwhile... Stephen is concerned that moviegoers may not be able to enjoy popcorn when they head to theaters this summer, the European Union looks to force Apple to use USB-C chargers on iPhones, and restaurant patrons in Arizona are being encouraged to lick a wall made of salt.

Joel Kim Booster On Why Fire Island Is "A Safe Haven For Queer People" Jun 11, 2022

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Joel Kim Booster, the writer and star of the new film, "Fire Island," made his first visit to The Late Show this week and explained what makes a small patch of land off New York's Long Island such a special place for LGBTQ people. "Fire Island" is streaming now on Hulu.

LIVE Monologue | Jon Batiste's Colbert Questionert (Extended Cut) Jun 10, 2022

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Stephen Colbert delivers his LIVE monologue after watching the first night of televised hearings held by the January 6th Committee. And if you don’t know his favorite sandwich, or the one song he could listen to for the rest of his life, do you really know five-time GRAMMY winner Jon Batiste? Find out more about The Late Show’s resident maestro in this very special episode of The Colbert Questionert, including bonus answers that were cut for time on TV!

Rep. Adam Schiff | Hearing Is Believing Jun 09, 2022

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Stephen is getting hyped for Thursday’s televised Jan 6 Committee hearing, and wants manufacturers to know he isn’t fooled by the smaller package sizes we’re seeing on grocery store shelves these days. Congressman Adam Schiff returns to The Late Show to give a preview of what the American people can expect from Thursday’s primetime Jan 6th Committee hearings, and begins his interview with a stark warning about how vulnerable our democracy is.

Robert De Niro (Extended Cut) | Crimetime Special Jun 08, 2022

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Stephen gives an update on the five Proud Boys members who face 20 years in prison if convicted of sedition for their role in the Jan 6 insurrection, and announces that The Late Show will broadcast LIVE following the primetime Jan 6 Committee hearing this Thursday, June 9th. The legendary founder of the Tribeca Film Festival, Robert De Niro, returns to The Late Show for a two part interview that begins with some good news, that he’s sleeping better these days with President Biden in the White House. Stick around for more with Robert De Niro that didn't air on TV, and find tickets for the Tribeca Film Festival at http://www.tribecafilm.com.

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