The Late Show with Stephen Colbert Season 10, Episode 106: Senator Raphael Warnock, Joe Manganiello

Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson

The Late Show Presents: The Sound of Science. Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson discusses recent politics and her new book, Lovely One. Kaytranada performs a medley of "Video" and "Drip Sweat" from his album Timeless, featuring Ravyn Lenae and Channel Tres.

41 min

Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson, Jack Lowden

Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson discusses his new book, The Accomplice. Jack Lowden discusses Slow Horses.

41 min

Stephen Curry, Senator Mark Kelly

Stephen Curry discusses the gold medal won at the Summer Olympics and the Underrated Golf Tour. Senator Mark Kelly discusses recent politics and his new book, Mousetronaut Saves the World.

41 min

Jim Parsons, Natasha Rothwell

Jim Parsons discusses Our Town. Natasha Rothwell discusses The White Lotus and How to Die Alone.

41 min

John Dickerson, Tems

Special live episode following the second presidential debate. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. John Dickerson discusses the second presidential debate. Tems performs "Burning" from her album Born in the Wild.

41 min

Samuel L. Jackson, Amy Ryan

Taylor Swift Decoder Cam. Cyborgasm. Should This Be Happening? I Guess This Is Happening Now. Samuel L. Jackson discusses Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist. Amy Ryan discusses Wolfs.

41 min

Jeff Bridges

Stephen steps into the kitchen with his wife, Evie; they discuss their new book, Does This Taste Funny? Jeff Bridges discusses The Old Man.

41 min

Jeremy Strong, Dr. Francis Collins

Huntertones sit in with the band and provide musical accompaniment. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Jeremy Strong discusses The Apprentice. Dr. Francis Collins discusses his new book, The Road to Wisdom.

41 min

Rachel Maddow, Shaboozey

Parent Cam. The Late Show Presents: The Sound of Science. Rachel Maddow discusses recent politics and From Russia with Lev. Shaboozey performs "Highway" from his album Where I've Been, Isn't Where I'm Going.

41 min

Anderson Cooper, Sting

Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Anderson Cooper discusses recent politics and his podcast, All There Is. Sting performs "I Wrote Your Name (Upon My Heart)".

41 min

Justin Trudeau, RuPaul Charles

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau discusses recent politics and Canada's participation in the United Nations General Assembly. RuPaul takes "The Colbert Questionert" (new footage from March 4 episode).

41 min

Kate Winslet, Jude Law

Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Kate Winslet discusses Lee. Jude Law takes "The Colbert Questionert" (new footage from June 13 episode).

41 min

Bill Gates, Jane Goodall

A special appearance by Andy Cohen. Bill Gates discusses his work for the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and What's Next? The Future with Bill Gates. Jane Goodall discusses Vote For Nature.

41 min

Sarah Silverman, Chris Stapleton

Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Sarah Silverman discusses her stand-up tour, Postmortem. Chris Stapleton discusses his album, Higher. Chris Stapleton performs "What Am I Gonna Do".

41 min

Don Cheadle, Malcolm Gladwell

Members of Lettuce sit in with the band and provide musical accompaniment. Stephen acknowledges the impact of Hurricane Helene. Don Cheadle discusses Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist. Malcolm Gladwell discusses his new book, Revenge of the Tipping Point.

41 min

Chris Hayes, Brittany Howard

Special live episode following the vice presidential debate. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Meanwhile Presents: Mientras Tanto. Chris Hayes discusses the vice presidential debate and recent politics. Brittany Howard performs "What Now" from her album of the same name.

41 min

Andrew Garfield, Ina Garten

The Late Show Presents: The Sound of Science. Andrew Garfield discusses We Live in Time. Ina Garten discusses her new book, Be Ready When the Luck Happens.

41 min

Chris Wallace, Yotam Ottolenghi

A special appearance by Justin Hartley. Chris Wallace discusses recent politics and his new book, Countdown 1960. Yotam Ottolenghi steps into the kitchen with Stephen and discusses his new book, Comfort.

41 min

Vice President Kamala Harris

Stephen acknowledges the impact of Hurricane Milton. Vice President Kamala Harris discusses recent politics and her presidential campaign.

41 min

Kathy Bates, Pamela Anderson

Grace Bowers sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Kathy Bates discusses Matlock. Pamela Anderson discusses her new book, I Love You: Recipes from the Heart.

41 min

Jason Segel, Representative Jasmine Crockett

What's Going On Over There? Jason Segel discusses Shrinking. Representative Jasmine Crockett discusses recent politics.

41 min

Stanley Tucci, Harvey Guillén

Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Stanley Tucci discusses his new book, What I Ate in One Year (And Related Thoughts). Harvey Guillén discusses What We Do in the Shadows.

41 min

Bob Woodward, Wyatt Flores

Stephen Colbert Presents: That's Yeet: Dabbing on Fleek, Fam! Bob Woodward discusses recent politics and his new book, War. Wyatt Flores performs "Oh Susannah" from his album Welcome to the Plains.

41 min

Brian Cox, Yulia Navalnaya

Consumer Watch. Brian Cox discusses The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim. Yulia Navalnaya discusses her late husband Alexei Navalny's book, Patriot.

41 min

Senator John Fetterman, Alfonso Cuarón

Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Senator John Fetterman discusses recent politics. Alfonso Cuarón discusses Disclaimer.

41 min

Anna Kendrick, Matty Matheson

Stephen+ (special appearance by Samuel L. Jackson). Anna Kendrick discusses Woman of the Hour. Matty Matheson discusses The Bear and his new book, Soups, Salads, Sandwiches.

41 min

Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Jonathan Alter, Jhayco

Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Julia Louis-Dreyfus takes "The Colbert Questionert" (new footage from June 6 episode). Jonathan Alter discusses recent politics and his new book, American Reckoning. Jhayco performs a medley of "Vida Rockstar" and "Passoa" from his album Le Clique: Vida Rockstar (X).

41 min

Robin Wright, Nicole Scherzinger

Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Robin Wright discusses Here. Nicole Scherzinger discusses Sunset Boulevard.

41 min

Tom Hanks, Rachel Zegler

The Late Show Too Much Exposition Theater, with Tom Hanks. Tom Hanks discusses Here. Rachel Zegler, Jack Antonoff and the cast of Romeo and Juliet perform "Man of the House".

41 min

Kieran Culkin, Ta-Nehisi Coates

Late Show Presents: Screamwhile. Kieran Culkin discusses A Real Pain. Ta-Nehisi Coates discusses recent politics and his new book, The Message.

41 min

Seth Meyers, Mohanad Elshieky

The Late Show Presents: The Sound of Science. The Sound of Science Presents: Stop It. Stop It Right Now. Seth Meyers discusses his new stand-up special, Dad Man Walking. Mohanad Elshieky gives a stand-up performance.

41 min

Governor Tim Walz, John Oliver

A response from Iowa (special appearance by Michael Shannon). Governor Tim Walz discusses recent politics and the 2024 presidential election. John Oliver discusses recent politics.

41 min

John Dickerson, Lenny Kravitz

Stephen acknowledges the results of the 2024 presidential election. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. John Dickerson discusses recent politics. Lenny Kravitz performs "Paralyzed" from his album Blue Electric Light.

41 min

Paul Bettany, Mike Birbiglia

The Late Show (special appearances by Robert Zemeckis and Tom Hanks). Paul Bettany discusses Here. Mike Birbiglia discusses his new stand-up special, The Good Life.

41 min

Javier Bardem, Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson

Ooh Ooh! Ah! Ah! Update! Rescue Dog Rescue (special appearance by Chris Evans). Javier Bardem discusses Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story. Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson takes "The Colbert Questionert" (new footage from September 4 episode).

41 min

John Krasinski, Francis Ford Coppola

Stephen reveals John Krasinski as People 's "Sexiest Man Alive" 2024 (special appearance by Chris Evans). Francis Ford Coppola discusses Megalopolis.

41 min

Zoe Saldaña, Ken Burns

41 min

Billy Bob Thornton, Sharon Horgan

What's Going On Over There? Billy Bob Thornton discusses Landman. Sharon Horgan discusses Bad Sisters.

41 min

Josh Brolin, Kacey Musgraves

Ooh Ooh! Ah! Ah! Update! Ooh Ooh! Emu Update! Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Josh Brolin discusses his new book, From Under the Truck. Kacey Musgraves discusses her album, Deeper Well.

41 min

President Bill Clinton, Kacey Musgraves

The Late Show Presents: The Sound of Science. President Bill Clinton discusses recent politics and his new book, Citizen. Kacey Musgraves performs "Arm's Length" from the expanded edition of her album Deeper Well.

41 min

Paul Mescal, Elvis Costello & T Bone Burnett

Ooh Ooh! Ah! Ah! Update! Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Paul Mescal discusses Gladiator II. Elvis Costello & T Bone Burnett discuss Costello's new boxset, King of America & Other Realms, and their work together as "The Coward Brothers". The Coward Brothers perform "Always".

41 min

House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Jeffrey Wright

Tank and the Bangas' Tarriona Ball sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. First Drafts: Thanksgiving Cards, with Stephen's wife, Evie. House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries discusses recent politics. Jeffrey Wright discusses The Agency.

41 min

Daniel Craig, Auli'i Cravalho

Stephen Colbert Rest in Peace (special appearance by Amy Sedaris). Daniel Craig discusses Queer. Auliʻi Cravalho discusses Moana 2.

41 min

Selena Gomez, Seth Meyers

Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Selena Gomez discusses Emilia Pérez. Seth Meyers takes "The Colbert Questionert" (new footage from October 31 episode).

41 min

Anderson Cooper, Andy Cohen, Doechii

The Late Show Presents: The Sound of Science. Anderson Cooper and Andy Cohen discuss their upcoming coverage of CNN's New Year's Eve Live show. Doechii performs a medley of "Denial Is a River" and "Boiled Peanuts" from her album Alligator Bites Never Heal.

41 min

Kate McKinnon, Peter Sarsgaard, Ben Folds

Ooh Ooh! Ah! Ah! Update! Monkey Mysteries. Ben Folds sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Kate McKinnon discusses her new book, The Millicent Quibb School of Etiquette for Young Ladies of Mad Science. Peter Sarsgaard discusses September 5.

41 min

Billy Crystal, Arooj Aftab

FBI: Late Show. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Billy Crystal discusses Before. Arooj Aftab performs "Raat Ki Rani" from her album Night Reign.

41 min

Mindy Kaling, Saul Trujillo

What's Going On Over There? Mindy Kaling discusses The Sex Lives of College Girls. Saul Trujillo gives a stand-up performance.

41 min

Dua Lipa, Jon Batiste

Rescue Dog Rescue with Dua Lipa. Dua Lipa discusses An Evening with Dua Lipa. Jon Batiste discusses his new album, Beethoven Blues, and Saturday Night.

41 min

Timothée Chalamet, Sabrina Carpenter

Unseen Mysteries of the Hidden Secrets. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Timothée Chalamet discusses 'A Complete Unknown'. Sabrina Carpenter discusses 'A Nonsense Christmas with Sabrina Carpenter'.

41 min

Nicole Kidman, Bill Skarsgård

Unseen Mysteries of the Hidden Secrets. First Drafts: Holiday Cards, with Stephen's wife, Evie. Nicole Kidman discusses Babygirl. Bill Skarsgård discusses Nosferatu.

41 min

Elton John, Brandi Carlile

Elton John and Brandi Carlile discuss 'Never Too Late'.

41 min

Adrien Brody, Ben Schwartz

Unseen Mysteries of the Hidden Secrets. Adrien Brody discusses The Brutalist. Ben Schwartz discusses Sonic the Hedgehog 3.

41 min

Edward Norton

The Late Show Presents: "It's a Worm-derful Life". Edward Norton discusses 'A Complete Unknown'. Louis Cato and The Late Show Band perform "This Time of Year".

41 min

Representative Adam Kinzinger

The Late Show Presents: The Sound of Science. Representative Adam Kinzinger discusses recent politics and 'The Last Republican'. Jon Batiste performs a special arrangement from his album 'Beethoven Blues'.

41 min

Tilda Swinton, Isabella Rossellini

Stephen acknowledges the death of Jimmy Carter. Ooh Ooh! Ah! Ah! Update! Monkey Merchportunity. Prove It! Tilda Swinton discusses 'The Room Next Door'. Isabella Rossellini discusses 'Conclave'.

41 min

Alan Cumming, Diane Morgan

Stephen acknowledges the wildfires currently happening in Los Angeles. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Alan Cumming discusses 'The Traitors'. Diane Morgan discusses 'Cunk on Life'.

41 min

Ben Stiller, June Squibb

Stephen acknowledges the wildfires currently happening in Los Angeles. Severance: The Lost Scenes of Steve C. (special appearances by Tramell Tillman, John Turturro and Adam Scott; segment rebroadcast from August 11, 2022 episode). Ben Stiller discusses Severance. June Squibb discusses 'Thelma'.

41 min

Jeremy Bash, David Schwimmer, Kwame Alexander

Jeremy Bash discusses the upcoming TikTok ban in the United States. David Schwimmer discusses 'Goosebumps'. Kwame Alexander discusses his new book, 'How Sweet the Sound'.

41 min

Josh Gad, Betty Gilpin

Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Josh Gad discusses his new book, 'In Gad We Trust'. Betty Gilpin discusses 'American Primeval'.

41 min

Adam Scott, Secretary of the Treasury Janet Yellen

Cyborgasm. Adam Scott discusses 'Severance'. Secretary of the Treasury Janet Yellen discusses recent politics.

41 min

Kate Winslet, Jharrel Jerome

Stephen acknowledges the death of David Lynch. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Kate Winslet takes "The Colbert Questionert" (new footage from September 24, 2024 episode). Jharrel Jerome discusses 'Unstoppable'.

41 min

Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, Tommy Vietor, Jalen Ngonda

Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett and Tommy Vietor discuss recent politics. Jalen Ngonda performs "If You Don't Want My Love" from his album 'Come Around and Love Me'.

41 min

Michelle Yeoh, Britt Lower

Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Michelle Yeoh discusses 'Star Trek: Section 31'. Britt Lower discusses 'Severance'.

41 min

John Dickerson, Willow Avalon

Stephen Colbert Hates All Children! (special appearance by Janet Yellen). John Dickerson discusses recent politics. Willow Avalon performs "Homewrecker" from her album 'Southern Belle Raisin' Hell'.

41 min

Drew Brees, Morris Chestnut

Late Show Email In-Bag, with Stephen's wife, Evie. Drew Brees discusses this season's NFL playoffs. Morris Chestnut discusses 'Watson'.

41 min

Deion Sanders, Kane Brown

Special episode following the AFC Championship game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Buffalo Bills. 'Air Lithgow' (special appearance by John Lithgow). Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Deion Sanders discusses 'Coach Prime'. Kane Brown performs "Fiddle in the Band" from his album 'The High Road'.

41 min

Chris Hayes, Nicole Scherzinger

Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Chris Hayes discusses recent politics and his new book, 'The Sirens' Call'. Nicole Scherzinger performs "As If We Never Said Goodbye" from 'Sunset Boulevard'.

41 min

Drew Barrymore, Brandon Scott Jones

Ooh Ooh! Ah! Ah! Update! Romansplaining with Stephen Colbert. Drew Barrymore discusses 'Hollywood Squares'. Brandon Scott Jones discusses 'Ghosts'.

41 min

Will Ferrell, FLO

Will Ferrell discusses You're Cordially Invited and the upcoming 20th anniversary of 'Bewitched'. FLO performs "AAA" from their album 'Access All Areas'.

41 min

Nicole Kidman, Jacob Soboroff

Stephen acknowledges the mid-air collision over the Potomac River. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Nicole Kidman takes "The Colbert Questionert" (new footage from December 16, 2024 episode). Jacob Soboroff discusses the Southern California wildfires and 'Separated'.

41 min

Lin-Manuel Miranda, Audra McDonald

Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Lin-Manuel Miranda discusses 'All In: Comedy About Love'. Audra McDonald discusses 'Gypsy'.

41 min

Samantha Power, Miles Teller, W. Kamau Bell

Samantha Power discusses the Department of Government Efficiency's intention of shutting down the United States Agency for International Development. Miles Teller discusses The Gorge. W. Kamau Bell discusses his new comedy tour, Who's With Me?

41 min

Damon Wayans Jr., Daniel Boulud

First Drafts: Valentine's Day Cards, with Stephen's wife, Evie. Damon Wayans Jr. discusses 'Poppa's House'. Daniel Boulud steps into the kitchen with Stephen.

41 min

Elton John, Melanie Lynskey, Leon Thomas

Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Elton John takes "The Colbert Questionert" (new footage from December 17, 2024 episode). Melanie Lynskey discusses 'Yellowjackets'. Leon Thomas performs "MUTT" from his album of the same name.

41 min

John Oliver, The War and Treaty

Late Show Family Meeting with John Oliver. John Oliver discusses 'Last Week Tonight'. The War and Treaty perform "Mr. Fun" from their album 'Plus One'.

41 min

George Clooney, Alan Ritchson

Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Meanwhile Presents: Animal in the Human Place: All Seals Edition! George Clooney discusses 'Good Night, and Good Luck'. Alan Ritchson discusses 'Reacher'.

41 min

Robert De Niro, Tamara Tunie

New Black History Month (special appearance by Tim Meadows). Prove It! Robert De Niro discusses the 40th anniversary of 'Brazil' and 'Zero Day'. Tamara Tunie discusses 'Beyond the Gates'.

41 min

Al Roker, Monica Lewinsky

Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Al Roker discusses his new book, 'Recipes to Live By'. Monica Lewinsky discusses her new podcast, 'Reclaiming'.

41 min

Woody Harrelson, Wendell Pierce

Stephen acknowledges the death of Roberta Flack. A special edition of Rescue Dog Rescue (special appearance by Sam Waterston). Woody Harrelson discusses 'Last Breath'. Wendell Pierce discusses 'Elsbeth'.

41 min

Drew Barrymore, Bong Joon Ho

Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Drew Barrymore takes "The Colbert Questionert" (new footage from January 28, 2025 episode). Bong Joon-ho discusses 'Mickey 17' and its companion book, 'The Art And Making of Mickey 17'.

41 min

Guy Fieri, Pamela Brown

First Drafts: Black History Month Cards, with Late Show writer John Thibodeaux. Guy Fieri discusses 'Tournament of Champions' and his work at the Guy Fieri Foundation. Pamela Brown discusses recent politics and her new role on 'The Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer'.

41 min

RZA, Paul Mecurio, Father John Misty

Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. RZA discusses his farewell tour, "Wu-Tang Forever: The Final Chamber". Paul Mecurio gives a stand-up performance. Father John Misty performs "The Dead Mouse One" from his new album 'Mahashmashana'.

41 min

Brian Tyree Henry, Tony Hawk

A cameo appearance by Laura Benanti as Melania Trump. Brian Tyree Henry discusses 'Dope Thief'. Tony Hawk discusses the remastered versions of Tony Hawk's 'Pro Skater 3' and '4'.

41 min

Pete Buttigieg

Special live episode following the Presidential Address to Congress. MAGA Maniacs. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Pete Buttigieg discusses recent politics.

41 min

Jake Tapper, Paris Paloma

The Late Show Presents: The Sound of Science. Jake Tapper discusses recent politics and 'United States of Scandal'. Paris Paloma performs "Labour" from her album 'Cacophony', with the Resistance Revival Chorus providing musical accompaniment.

41 min

Sterling K. Brown, Reid Hoffman

Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Sterling K. Brown discusses 'Paradise'. Reid Hoffman discusses recent politics and his new book, 'Superagency'.

41 min

Cate Blanchett, Tramell Tillman

Peter Frampton sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Huxon Financial. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Cate Blanchett discusses 'Black Bag'. Tramell Tillman discusses 'Severance'.

41 min

Nathan Lane, Ezra Klein

What's Going On Over There? Nathan Lane acknowledges the death of Gene Hackman and discusses 'Mid-Century Modern'. Ezra Klein discusses recent politics and his new book, 'Abundance'.

41 min

Michael Fassbender, Uzo Aduba, the Voidz

Michael Fassbender discusses 'Black Bag'. Uzo Aduba discusses 'The Residence'. The Voidz perform "Blue Demon" from their upcoming EP, 'Megz of Ram'.

41 min

Gary Oldman

Gary Oldman discusses 'Slow Horses'.

41 min

Jake Gyllenhaal, Roxane Gay

Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Jake Gyllenhaal discusses ‘Othello’. Roxane Gay discusses her new book, ‘The Portable Feminist Reader’.

41 min

Jenna Ortega, Erin Maguire, Megan Moroney

Consumer Watch. Consumer Watch Presents: TurboTax for Kids. Jenna Ortega discusses ‘Klara and the Sun’ and ‘Death of a Unicorn’. Erin Maguire gives a stand-up performance. Megan Moroney performs "Break It Right Back" from her album ‘Am I Okay? (I'll Be Fine)’.

41 min

Seth Rogen, Carrie Coon

Breaking News: Pete Hegseth's Cocka-Yemeni Group Chat Whoopsa-Houthi Bloopers. Rescue Dog Rescue with Seth Rogen. Seth Rogen discusses The Studio. Chris Hemsworth takes "The Colbert Questionert" (new footage from May 23, 2024 episode). Stephen Colbert acknowledges the cancellation of ‘After Midnight’.

41 min

Senator Chuck Schumer, Michelle Buteau

Breaking News: New Phone Who Dis on the Houthi Chat Boom Boom Ruh-Roh Room. Senator Chuck Schumer discusses recent politics and his new book, Antisemitism in America. Michelle Buteau discusses ‘Survival of the Thickest’.

41 min

Maurice DuBois, Jonathan Groff

A Tariff Carol. Late Show Presents: Stephen Colbert's Mature Content for Kids! (special appearance by Guy Fieri). Maurice DuBois discusses his new role on the ‘CBS Evening News’ and recent politics. Jonathan Groff discusses ‘Just in Time’.

41 min

Michelle Williams, Max Thieriot

Nels Cline sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Michelle Williams discusses ‘Dying for Sex’. Max Thieriot discusses ‘Fire Country’.

41 min

Pierce Brosnan, Hannah Einbinder

The Late Show Presents: The Sound of Science. Pierce Brosnan discusses ‘MobLand’ and the upcoming 30th anniversary of ‘GoldenEye’. Hannah Einbender discusses ‘Hacks’.

41 min

Noah Wyle, Jenny Slate

Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Noah Wyle discusses ‘The Pitt’. Jenny Slate discusses ‘Dying for Sex’.

41 min

Senator Cory Booker, Jalen Brunson

FamDuel (special appearance by Keegan-Michael Key). Senator Cory Booker discusses recent politics. Jalen Brunson discusses his NCAA championship wins and the current New York Knicks season.

41 min

Woody Harrelson, Michael Lewis

Military Parade for a Dictator’s Birthday! Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Woody Harrelson takes "The Colbert Questionert" (new footage from February 24 episode). Michael Lewis discusses recent politics and his new book, ‘Who Is Government?’.

41 min

Sheryl Lee Ralph, Paul W. Downs

We're Rich‼ Sheryl Lee Ralph discusses ‘Abbott Elementary’. Paul W. Downs discusses ‘Hacks’. Scowl performs "Tonight (I’m Afraid)" from their album ‘Are We All Angels’.

41 min

Sarah Snook, Melinda French Gates

Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Sarah Snook discusses ‘The Picture of Dorian Gray’. Melinda French Gates discusses her new book, ‘The Next Day: Transitions, Change, and Moving Forward’.

41 min

David Oyelowo, Finn Wolfhard, OK Go

The Tariff Fairy. "Billionaires Are Actually Good" (special appearance by Alan Cumming). David Oyelowo discusses ‘Government Cheese’. Finn Wolfhard discusses ‘Hell of a Summer’. OK Go performs "Love" from their album ‘And the Adjacent Possible’.

41 min

Senator Elizabeth Warren

First Drafts: Easter Cards, with Stephen's wife, Evie. Senator Elizabeth Warren discusses recent politics. St. Vincent performs "Violent Times" from her album ‘All Born Screaming’.

41 min

Wanda Sykes, Cole Escola

Stephen acknowledges the death of Pope Francis. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Wanda Sykes discusses recent politics and her stand-up tour, ‘Please & Thank You’. Cole Escola discusses ‘Oh, Mary!’.

41 min

Will Ferrell, Amber Ruffin

Late Show Presents: That's Gyat. Spill the Tea, Babygirl, No Cap on My Drip, Stan! Will Ferrell takes "The Colbert Questionert" (new footage from January 29 episode). Amber Ruffin discusses ‘Have I Got News for You’. Jonathan Groff and the Broadway company of ‘Just in Time’ perform "Beyond the Sea".

41 min

Jen Psaki, d4vd

Prove It! Jen Psaki discusses recent politics, ‘The Briefing with Jen Psaki’, and her new book, ‘Say More’. d4vd performs "Feel It" from his album ‘Withered’.

41 min

Walton Goggins, John McWhorter

100 Men Cam. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Walton Goggins discusses ‘The Righteous Gemstones’. John McWhorter discusses his new book, ‘Pronoun Trouble’.

41 min

Jim Gaffigan, Suleika Jaouad

DraftPopes. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Jim Gaffigan discusses his new album, ‘The Skinny’, and Fathertime Bourbon. Suleika Jaouad discusses her new book, ‘The Book of Alchemy’.

41 min

Rachel Maddow, Gillian Welch, David Rawlings

Michigan: Impossible – Great Lakening. A special appearance by Father Guido Sarducci. Rachel Maddow discusses recent politics and her new book, ‘Prequel: An American Fight Against Fascism’. Gillian Welch and David Rawlings perform "Empty Trainload of Sky" from their album ‘Woodland’.

41 min

Christine Baranski, Stellan Skarsgård

Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Christine Baranski discusses ‘Nine Perfect Strangers’. Stellan Skarsgård discusses ‘Andor’.

41 min

Bill Gates, Paula Poundstone

First Drafts: Mother's Day Cards, with Stephen's wife, Evie. Bill Gates discusses recent politics and his new book, 'Source Code'. Paula Poundstone gives a stand-up performance.

41 min

Ryan Reynolds, Representative Jasmine Crockett

Scream Cam. Rescue Dog Rescue with Ryan Reynolds. Ryan Reynolds discusses 'Welcome to Wrexham'. Representative Jasmine Crockett discusses recent politics.

41 min

Father James Martin, Alexander Skarsgård, Professor Brian Cox

Father James Martin discusses the election of Pope Leo XIV and his new book, 'Come Forth: The Promise of Jesus's Greatest Miracle'. Alexander Skarsgård discusses 'Murderbot'. Professor Brian Cox discusses his tour, 'Horizons: A 21st Century Space Odyssey'.

41 min

Nick Kroll, Emily Osment

More Show! Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Meanwhile Presents: Meatwhile, presented by Arby's (special appearances by Anthony Anderson and Cedric the Entertainer). Echidna Pun! Nick Kroll discusses 'Big Mouth'. Emily Osment discusses 'Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage'.

41 min

Senator Bernie Sanders, Pavement

Senator Bernie Sanders discusses recent politics. Pavement performs "Harness Your Hopes" from their new film 'Pavements'.

41 min

Angela Bassett, Bradley Whitford

Pope My Ride. Stephen acknowledges Joe Biden's cancer diagnosis. Late Show Presents: The Sound of Science. Angela Bassett discusses 'Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning'. Bradley Whitford discusses 'The Handmaid's Tale'.

41 min

James Comey, Meghann Fahy

Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. James Comey discusses recent politics and his new book, 'FDR Drive'. Meghann Fahy discusses 'Sirens'.

41 min

Natalie Portman, Dawn Staley

Buddy Guy sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Summertime Fum Time! Natalie Portman discusses 'Fountain of Youth'. Dawn Staley discusses her new book, 'Uncommon Favor'. Wednesday performs "Elderberry Wine".

41 min

Paul Giamatti

Taken 4: Monkey Seize, Monkey Doomed. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Paul Giamatti discusses 'Black Mirror'. Audra McDonald and the Broadway company of 'Gypsy' perform "Some People".

41 min

Jean Smart, Governor Josh Stein

Are Men OK? Jean Smart discusses 'Hacks' and 'Call Me Izzy'. Governor Josh Stein discusses recent politics and the effects of Hurricane Helene in North Carolina.

41 min

Former New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern

Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Former Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern discusses Prime Minister and her new book, 'A Different Kind of Power'. King Princess performs "RIP KP".

41 min

Mark Hamill, Cristin Milioti

Rescue Dog Rescue with Mark Hamill. Mark Hamill discusses 'The Life of Chuck'. Cristin Milioti discusses 'The Penguin'.

41 min

Cynthia Erivo, Tony Gilroy

Couples Therapy. Cynthia Erivo discusses her upcoming hosting gig for the 78th Tony Awards. Tony Gilroy discusses 'Andor'. Cynthia Erivo performs "Best for Me" from her new album 'I Forgive You'.

41 min

William Shatner & Neil deGrasse Tyson

First Drafts: Father's Day Cards, with Stephen's wife, Evie. William Shatner and Neil deGrasse Tyson discusses their live tour, 'Rocking: The Universe is Absurd'. The Doobie Brothers perform "Learn to Let Go" from their album 'Walk This Road'.

41 min

Nicolle Wallace, Cyndi Lauper

The ICE Protests. Prove It! (special appearance by Rick Pitino). Nicolle Wallace discusses recent politics and her podcast, 'The Best People'. Cyndi Lauper discusses the Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Farewell Tour.

41 min

Colman Domingo, The Cast of Slow Horses

Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Colman Domingo discusses 'The Four Seasons' and his play, 'Lights Out: Nat "King" Cole'. The cast of 'Slow Horses' (Gary Oldman, Jack Lowden, Kristin Scott Thomas and Jonathan Pryce) discusses the series.

41 min

John C. Reilly, Eva Victor

Late Show Presents: The Sound of Science. John C. Reilly discusses his new album, 'What's Not to Love?'. Eva Victor discusses 'Sorry, Baby'.

41 min

Mariska Hargitay, Senator Tammy Duckworth

Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Mariska Hargitay discusses 'My Mom Jayne'. Senator Tammy Duckworth discusses recent politics.

41 min

Nate Bargatze, Kerry Condon

Pizza-Gate. What's Going On Over There? Nate Bargatze discusses his new book, 'Big Dumb Eyes: Stories from a Simpler Mind'. Kerry Condon discusses 'F1'.

41 min

Allison Williams, Damson Idris, Model/Actriz

Allison Williams discusses 'M3GAN 2.0'. Damson Idris discusses 'F1'. Model/Actriz performs "Cinderella" from their album 'Pirouette'.

41 min

Paul Simon, Representative Maxwell Frost

Courage Cam. Paul Simon discusses his career as a singer-songwriter. Representative Maxwell Frost discusses recent politics. Paul Simon performs "The Sacred Harp" from his 2023 album, 'Seven Psalms', with Edie Brickell providing musical accompaniment.

41 min

Idris Elba, Brad Lander, Zohran Mamdani

Idris Elba discusses 'Heads of State'. Brad Lander & Zohran Mamdani discuss running in the 2025 New York City mayoral election.

41 min

John Cena, Lorde

Community Calendar: West Newbury, Massachusetts with John Cena. John Cena discusses 'Heads of State' and announces his retirement from WWE. Lorde discusses her new album, 'Virgin'.

41 min

Clarissa Ward, Michael C. Hall, Sienna Spiro

Clarissa Ward discusses recent politics. Michael C. Hall discusses 'Dexter: Resurrection'. Sienna Spiro performs "Maybe" from her EP 'Sink Now, Swim Later'.

41 min

Stephen A. Smith, Liza Colón-Zayas

Behind the 'Stache. #ColbertSmallBizBump. Stephen A. Smith discusses his potential presidential campaign in 2028 and his two new shows on SiriusXM. Liza Colón-Zayas discusses 'The Bear'.

41 min

Joaquin Phoenix, Megan Stalter

Joaquin Phoenix discusses 'Eddington' and his previous appearance on 'Late Show with David Letterman'. Meg Stalter discusses 'Too Much'.

41 min

Owen Wilson, Dr. Francis Collins

Missing 2:53. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Owen Wilson takes "The Colbert Questionert". Dr. Francis Collins discusses recent politics and his new book, 'The Road to Wisdom'.

41 min

Senator Adam Schiffff, Anthony Carrigan, Noah Cyrus

Stephen acknowledges CBS' cancellation of The Late Show. Things I've Been Thinking About Since 1985 Cam. Senator Adam Schiff discusses recent politics. Anthony Carrigan discusses 'Superman'. Noah Cyrus performs "Way of the World" from her album 'I Want My Loved Ones to Go with Me'.

41 min

Sandra Oh, Dave Franco

Eloquence Cam. "Weird Al" Yankovic and Lin-Manuel Miranda perform a rendition of Coldplay's "Viva la Vida" in a segment that features an audience of celebrities and some of Stephen's fellow late-night hosts (special appearances by Anderson Cooper, Andy Cohen, Jimmy Fallon, Seth Meyers, Christopher McDonald, Robert Smigel as Triumph the Insult Comic Dog, Adam Sandler, John Oliver and Jon Stewart). Sandra Oh discusses 'Twelfth Night at Shakespeare in the Park'. Dave Franco discusses 'Together'.

41 min

Bad Bunny, Leanne Morgan

Beef-mergency. Grace Potter sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Stephen thanks the celebrity guest cameos from the previous episode. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Bad Bunny discusses 'Happy Gilmore 2'. Leanne Morgan discusses 'Leanne'.

41 min

Steve Buscemi, Molly Gordon

Corn Sweat. Whitlock's Hot Air Balloon with Steve Buscemi. Steve Buscemi discusses 'Wednesday'. Molly Gordon discusses 'Oh, Hi!'.

41 min

Governor Josh Shapiro, Alex G

1-555-EYE-POKERS. Stephen acknowledges the death of Chuck Mangione. Prove It! Governor Josh Shapiro discusses recent politics and the 2025 Pennsylvania Governor's Residence arson. Alex G performs "Afterlife" from his album 'Headlights'.

41 min

Matt Rogers, Bowen Yang, Ocean Vuong

Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Matt Rogers & Bowen Yang discuss 'Las Culturistas'. Ocean Vuong discusses his new book, 'The Emperor of Gladness'.

41 min

Jamie Lee Curtis, Rachael & Vilray

Late Show Email In-Bag, with Stephen's wife, Evie. Jamie Lee Curtis discusses 'Freakier Friday'. Rachael & Vilray perform "Off Broadway" from their new album, 'West of Broadway', with the Late Show Band providing musical accompaniment.

41 min

Liam Neeson, Senator Elissa Slotkin

Liam Neeson discusses 'The Naked Gun'. Senator Elissa Slotkin discusses recent politics.

41 min

Vice President Kamala Harris, Renée Rapp

Vice President Kamala Harris discusses recent politics and her new book, '107 Days'. Reneé Rapp performs "Shy" from her new album, 'Bite Me'.

41 min

Julia Garner, Former U.S. Labor Secretary Robert Reich

Extreme Makeover: Home Edition. Presidential Fun Fact. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Julia Garner discusses 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps' and 'Weapons'. Former U.S. Labor Secretary Robert Reich discusses recent politics and his new book, 'Coming Up Short: A Memoir of My America'.

41 min

Fred Armisen, Governor JB Pritzker

Late Show Presents: The Sound of Science. Fred Armisen discusses 'Wednesday' and his new album, '100 Sound Effects'. Governor JB Pritzker discusses recent politics.

41 min

Josh Brolin, The Black Keys

Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Josh Brolin discusses 'Weapons'. The Black Keys perform "Man on a Mission" from their album 'No Rain, No Flowers'.

41 min

Senator Alex Padilla

Late Show Presents: Kids Pitch – Superhero Edition. 'Bulbo and the Strange Villain: One Little Light Can Change the World' (special appearances by Tituss Burgess, John Oliver, Amanda Seyfried, Walton Goggins, Matthew Rhys, Lizzy Caplan, Steve Buscemi, Tramell Tillman and Judy Greer). Senator Alex Padilla discusses recent politics. Louis Cato, John Scofield, and Marcus Miller perform "Black Man Blues."

41 min