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The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert
30 episodes
Paul McCartney | Hello, Goodbye!
May 22, 2026 · 39 min
That's it for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, everybody! When you're done listening to the final Pod Show, make sure you feast your eyes on the series finale on a TV screen (with good speakers - trust us!)
Stephen Takes The Colbert Questionert
May 21, 2026 · 32 min
The new Trump Mobile phone has arrived, rotisserie chickens now fly for free, and Stephen presents World Central Kitchen’s Chef José Andrés with a check for $2,497,404.15 representing generous donations from fans of The Late Show. With the end of The Late Show quickly approaching, it's finally time to get to know our Emmy-winning late night star on a deeper level with help from special guest questioners John Dickerson, Billy Crystal, “Weird Al” Yankovic, Josh Brolin , Martha Stewart, Mark Hamill…
Jon Stewart (Extended) | Steven Spielberg
May 20, 2026 · 47 min
Donald Trump created a government slush fund for payouts to people like convicted January 6 rioters, the president decided not to resume attacking Iran, and construction is underway at the new White House ballroom. Comedy legend Jon Stewart tells Stephen there’s a great life on the other side of a cancelled TV show, and that one day Americans will cheer as Donald Trump’s time in office comes to a close. Oscar-winner Steven Spielberg shares a clip from his latest film, where contact with alien li…
The Worst Of The Late Show
May 19, 2026 · 29 min
Stephen Colbert presents a special episode dedicated to all the pieces he cut over the years, including a trip to Chicago and some truly outlandish bits by Late Show writers that never made it to air - UNTIL NOW! Be sure to check out the full extended version with 'Graphics Graveyard' on YouTube after you hear the podcast!
Late Show Vocab | Rescue Staff Rescue
May 18, 2026 · 24 min
If you've already heard this final lightning round of 'Late Show Vocab,' then please do enjoy these jokes a second time. We find that comedy gets so much fresher when you know what's coming! Stephen and Becca spent their last podcast-booth moments together talking about the whole Late Show staff & crew and what has made working with everyone so magical over the years. It's all leading up to an instant staff favorite: Rescue Staff Rescue! Stephen reveals some of the insane, humiliating and wonder…
Late Show Vocab | Bootsie
May 17, 2026 · 22 min
In another look back at our favorite 'Late Show Vocab' segments, Stephen and Becca are joined by Becca's Aunt Carol via speakerphone to track down the original owner of a piece of Colbert History. Then we revisit the field piece from 2021 when a Late Show producer sent his mom to a sex party to prove to Stephen that they exist. This podcast was originally released on October 9th, 2025.
Late Show Vocab | Terry Gross
May 16, 2026 · 29 min
With less than a week left until The Late Show goes off the air, we're remembering all of our favorite 'Late Show Vocab' moments from the 'Stephen Presents' series to celebrate the unique office culture that Colbert's staff & crew have built together! Enjoy this extra long, extra exclusive Pod Show introduction where Stephen Colbert and his producer Becca talk about carousels, The Knack, reading from a prompter, what it's like being interviewed by Terry Gross, and more behind-the-scenes thoughts…
David Letterman | Xi Loves Me
May 15, 2026 · 27 min
The Chinese and American presidents shared an uncomfortably long handshake, Trump told his one billionth lie, Fox News star Bret Baier reported on the future of fast food, and the Iran war is causing major problems in the world of potato chips. “I have every right to be pissed off,” says legendary “Late Show” host David Letterman upon his return to the Ed Sullivan Theater. Make sure you check out the Late Show's YouTube page for the rest of David Letterman's iconic visit to The Ed Sullivan Theat…
Tom Hanks (Extended) | President Barack Obama
May 14, 2026 · 42 min
President Trump brought men like Elon Musk and Brett Ratner along on his trip to China, the Pentagon wants to restart the clock on the costly Iran war by changing the name, and the president’s poll numbers have never been lower as many Americans feel the country is spiraling out of control. Then President Barack Obama takes The Colbert Questionert! And Tom Hanks joins Stephen Colbert for a wide-ranging chat about dairy alternatives, SCUBA diving during the making of "Splash," and his father's ex…
Julia Louis-Dreyfus (Extended) | Pedro Pascal
May 13, 2026 · 48 min
President Trump’s trip to China kicked off as Americans are suffering from high prices at home, the president went on an epic late night social media blitz, and RFK Jr. says the public need not worry about the Hantavirus outbreak. Stephen Colbert’s extended interview with Julia Louis-Dreyfus has it all: a casual kiss between two friends, useful advice for a guy who is prepping for his series finale, and a personalized late night tribute cooked up by the writers of “Veep.” Enjoy the moments that…
Strike Force Five (Extended) | Truce Or Dare
May 12, 2026 · 47 min
President Trump says his plan to defeat Iran is very simple, the president seemingly failed to wish the First Lady a happy Mother’s Day, Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has returned to his reality television roots, and the government released files related to UFO sightings. Stephen Colbert reunites with his Strike Force Five podcast co-hosts for a rowdy group interview that went far too long for one broadcast episode. Catch the entire segment here then keep an eye out for a special emergency…
Late Show Vocab | Ocean Vuong
May 11, 2026 · 17 min
We're wrapping up The Late Show Pod Show with the best of "Late Show Vocab," a game where Stephen reveals the origin stories of slang terms and shorthand only his staff knows! In the first round, Stephen sheds light on "Brap It On The Poof," "Dollar Signs," and "sack, sack, sack, sack, saaack!" Then enjoy this lovely EXTENDED conversation with poet, bestselling author, and McArthur Genius Grant recipient Ocean Vuong. This podcast was originally released on August 14th, 2025.
Top of the Tops: Stephen's Journal | Suleika Jaouad
May 10, 2026 · 24 min
With The Late Show wrapping up this month, The Pod Show is looking back at some of our favorite moments from Stephen's many exclusive podcast visits from the 'Stephen Presents' series. We wanted to bring back our host's charming tale of a special journal from this introduction to an extended interview with the journaling queen herself, Suleika Jaouad, who 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 f…
Top of The Tops | Audience Questions
May 9, 2026 · 13 min
With The Late Show coming to an end, The Late Show Pod Show is running back some of our favorite segments from the 'Stephen Presents' series: where Colbert sits down to tell exclusive behind-the-scenes stories and sometimes exchange recipes with podcast producer Becca. In tonight's Top of The Tops, they talk office baked goods and whose cookies from staff made it into the Colbert's family cookbook: 'Does This Taste Funny?' Then enjoy another Late Show Pod Show specialty: Audience Questions! Step…
John Krasinski | Supply And Demanding
May 8, 2026 · 24 min
Americans are feeling economic pain as a result of Trump’s war against Iran, Pope Leo XIV welcomed Marco Rubio to the Vatican with a song, and Stephen consults an expert in online age verification. Stephen challenges his good friend John Krasinski to a leg wrestling match, possibly related to the shots of bourbon the duo downed during their interview. “Jack Ryan: Ghost War” premieres May 20th on Prime Video.
Sally Field | First Drafts with Evie
May 7, 2026 · 33 min
America’s most confusing war might be coming to an end, crews are painting the bottom of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, President Trump pressured the FDA to approve fruity vape flavors, and there’s a new scandal surrounding the suppression of government-funded vaccine studies. Stephen’s fabulous wife Evie McGee joins him to help The Late Show audience select the perfect Mother’s Day card for 2026. Oscar-winner Sally Field tells Stephen Colbert that she resisted months of efforts by Robin…
President Barack Obama | No Strait Answer
May 6, 2026 · 34 min
President Trump hosted children at the White House to mark the return of the Presidential Fitness Test, Pete Hegseth explained the military’s plan to guide ships through the Strait of Hormuz, the war against Iran is hurting American businesses of all sizes, and Stephen reacts to the red carpet looks at this year’s Met Gala. And Colbert travels to Chicago to interview former President Barack Obama at the newly-completed Obama Presidential Center, where they discuss the president’s love for Chicag…
Christopher Nolan, Dave Grohl (Extended Cuts)
May 5, 2026 · 42 min
A new “Star Wars” film is on the way and the merchandising has begun, President Trump rejected Iran’s latest offer to end the war, and beloved brands Ask Jeeves and Spirit Airlines are no more. Oscar-winning producer, writer and director Christopher Nolan sits for an EXTENDED conversation with Stephen Colbert about the upcoming film, “The Odyssey,” starring Matt Damon alongside Anne Hathaway, Tom Holland, Robert Pattinson. And 19-time GRAMMY-winning Rock & Roll Hall of Famer Dave Grohl tells Ste…
Mark Hamill's Colbert Questionert
May 4, 2026 · 10 min
May the 4th be with you as you get to know Hollywood legend Mark Hamill on a deeper level in this special edition of The Colbert Questionert!
Patton Oswalt
May 3, 2026 · 8 min
Emmy- and GRAMMY-winning comedian Patton Oswalt reveals why his name is mentioned by Jeffrey Epstein in an email that is part of the latest batch of files released by the Department of Justice. "Tea & Scotch" premieres on YouTube on June 9th.
Andy Serkis
May 2, 2026 · 8 min
Beloved actor and director Andy Serkis recalls reading the novel "Animal Farm" as a young adult and immediately being inspired to adapt it into a motion picture. A few decades later, his dream is a reality and "Animal Farm" the film is in theaters now!
Stephen Presents: Rescue Staff Rescue
May 1, 2026 · 30 min
Stephen and Becca spend their final Pod Show moments together talking about the whole Late Show staff & crew and what has made working with everyone so magical over the years. It's all leading up to an instant staff favorite: Rescue Staff Rescue! Stephen reveals some of the insane, humiliating and wonderful things his employees have done in service of late night television. If you've already seen this segment, please do enjoy these jokes a second time. We find that comedy gets so much fresher wh…
Stephen Presents: Jack White, Nick Offerman & Jeff Tweedy (Extended)
Apr 30, 2026 · 31 min
As The Late Show comes to an end, Stephen's getting by with a little help from his rock star friends. 12-time GRAMMY winner Jack White sits down for an extended interview that touches on Jack’s early days playing music in school, memories of goofing around with his mom, and how music may change in the age of artificial intelligence. On the next extended interview, award-winning creative types Nick Offerman and Jeff Tweedy share tales from their very real friendship, and evaluate whether to admit…
Stephen Presents: Jon Stewart's Colbert Questionert
Apr 29, 2026 · 26 min
There's still a few weeks left for Stephen to take The Colbert Questionert like he's promised, but until then, he's agreed to answer the four *retired* questions from early in the segment's run EXCLUSIVELY on the podcast! Because if you don't know what the most used app on his phone is or whether he prefers flat or sparkling, do you really know Stephen Colbert? Then enjoy friend-of-the-show's Jon Stewart's iconic Questionert from 2021!
Stephen Presents: George Clooney
Apr 28, 2026 · 18 min
To kick off the last batch of 'Stephen Presents' podcasts, Colbert and his producer Becca go all the way back to Episode 1 of The Late Show to talk about Stephen's first interview on the Ed Sullivan Theater stage and how the show almost didn't air that night! Stay tuned all week for more exclusive stories straight from our host, only on The Late Show Pod Show.
Comedian Ramy Youssef
Apr 27, 2026 · 7 min
Award-winning actor, writer and standup comedian Ramy Youssef returns to The Late Show, where he made his first televised standup comedy appearance, and catches up with Stephen about their incredible trip to the Vatican. “Ramy Youssef: In Love” is now streaming on HBO Max.
Meanwhile | Hudson River Fish
Apr 26, 2026 · 5 min
Meanwhile... Eating more plants is linked to a lower risk of dementia, Stephen has nothing in common with people who like to run on vacation, and New York City says it's now safe to eat fish caught in the Hudson River.
Paul Simon's Colbert Questionert
Apr 25, 2026 · 17 min
If you don't know who performed at his first concert, or which animal he fears most, do you really know music legend Paul Simon?
Sen. Elizabeth Warren (Extended) | Whine and Dash
Apr 24, 2026 · 28 min
President Trump is planning to attack the press at the White House Correspondents’ dinner, there are currently no negotiations going on between the U.S. and Iran, the government might rescue struggling budget airline Spirit, and RFK Jr.’s congressional testimony was hard to listen to. The senior Senator from Massachusetts tells Stephen that she doesn’t trust President Trump’s Federal Reserve Chairman pick to remain independent of influence from the White House in this extended interview with Sen…
Pete Buttigieg, Jon Stewart | Open Seizin'
Apr 23, 2026 · 30 min
President Trump lashed out after Iran boasted that America is “the losing side” in the war, the war is causing price hikes in everyday goods like condoms, Finnish pilots are so immature, and FBI Director Kash Patel denies drinking on the job. Stephen Colbert is joined by his longtime friend and “The Daily Show” host Jon Stewart to announce a HUGE drop of memorabilia for The Late Show’s charity auction. Visit http://colbertlateshow.com/ebay to bid on these one-of-a-kind items and grab a “The Last…
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