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North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein Jun 07, 2025

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North Carolina Governor Josh Stein shares an update on his state’s recovery from the devastation left by Hurricane Helene, and warns that President Trump’s plans to downsize or eliminate FEMA will leave states unable to properly recover after natural disasters.

Cynthia Erivo | Bitter X's Jun 06, 2025

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A full-scale flame war has broken out between the world’s most famous besties causing their former buddy Kanye West to wade into the fray, and an intern is running Homeland Security’s terrorism prevention unit. The race to elect New York’s next mayor is in full swing and two of the leading candidates are as weird as it gets. GRAMMY, Emmy and Tony-winning actor and singer Cynthia Erivo won’t say who she’s rooting for this weekend when she hosts The Tony Awards on CBS, but she confirms that she has seen all the nominated shows. Stick around for more with Cynthia Erivo and tune in to The Tony Awards this Sunday on CBS.

Mark Hamill | Commander In Beef Jun 05, 2025

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After he was booted from the White House, Elon Musk called President Trump’s budget bill a “disgusting abomination,” Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene admitted she didn’t read the bill before voting for it, and the Trump administration is marking Pride month by curtailing federal protections for LGBTQ+ folks and removing gay icon Harvey Milk’s name from a Navy ship. Mark Hamill offers a blow-by-blow account of what happened when his pants fell all the way down while presenting an award on stage at the BAFTAs. “The Life of Chuck” is in select theaters this Friday.

Jacinda Ardern | Photogen-Ick Jun 04, 2025

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America's intelligence chiefs are seeking a more engaging way to brief the president, the head of FEMA is cracking jokes about hurricane season, FBI Director Kash Patel probably looks bigger in person, and Tinder has a new minimum height setting. New Zealand's former Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern argues that a good leader can wear their heart on their sleeve and connect to constituents on an emotional level. Stick around for more with the former prime minister and check out her memoir, "A Different Kind of Power," available now.

Jean Smart | The DOGE Days Are Over Jun 03, 2025

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Sen. Joni Ernst horrified constituents with a heartless comment about people who will lose Medicaid coverage under the GOP’s budget bill, Elon Musk denied reports that he is a heavy user of ketamine and psychedelics, and President Trump reposted a wild conspiracy theory about his predecessor. Six-time Emmy winner and “Hacks” star Jean Smart has three famous faces in mind for cameos on the show’s next season. Until then, catch her on Broadway starring in “Call Me Izzy” at Studio 54.

Dawn Staley Jun 02, 2025

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Basketball icon and head coach of the University of South Carolina women's basketball team shares what it felt like to see herself depicted in bronze when her adopted home state erected a statue to honor her remarkable career. Her book, "Uncommon Favor," is available now.

Meanwhile | Sound of Science: The Poop Rule Jun 01, 2025

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Meanwhile... Gwyneth Paltrow wants people to stop criticizing Goop's vagina-scented candle, Stephen learns about a new rule that helps you declutter your house, and YouTube star Mr. Beast is under fire for inappropriately staging a product release stunt at ancient Mayan ruins. Next, Stephen Colbert loves the sciences, and he wants to tell you all the latest science news in his long-running science segment, "The Sound Of Science."

Audience Questions | Ask Me About Shrimp May 31, 2025

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Every night before taping the show, Stephen takes a handful of questions from the studio audience that we compile and serve to you, the podcast listeners! In this latest edition, Stephen answers questions about the staff bar at the back of the theater, what mundane thing he's an expert in, if he ever misses doing "The Colbert Report," and what the strangest thing he's experienced in NYC has been.

Stephen Presents: Suleika Jaouad (Extended) May 30, 2025

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Stephen Colbert is on the podcast again talking about his relationship to journaling, and one very special journal he keeps around at all times. All this and more for a very special introduction to his interview with friend of the show and bestselling author Suleika Jaouad! In this extended interview for The Late Show Pod Show, Suleika talks about the importance of connecting with one's creativity, and why she's flipping her doctor's advice on its head as she battles cancer for a third time. Her latest work, "The Book of Alchemy," is out now (originally aired May 5th, 2025).

Stephen Presents: Cole Escola (Extended) May 29, 2025

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Stephen Colbert and his podcast sidekick talk at length about the history and span of Broadway (the street) before launching into Stephen's interview with Broadway star and comedian Cole Escola! Cole reveals what they hope to do next after the incredible success of "Oh, Mary!" on Broadway and challenges Stephen to a straight-off during their Late Show debut. Go see Tony-nominated "Oh, Mary!" at the Lyceum Theatre, tickets are available at ohmaryplay.com (originally aired April 28th, 2025).

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