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The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert

The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert

CBS 1609 episodes Latest May 22, 2026

The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert delivers the #1 late night show straight to your ears every day. It features whip-smart writing, hilarious monologues, and revealing conversations with celebrity guests. Listeners can use discount code "TLS20" for 20% off merchandise on ParamountShop.com. The show airs weeknights at 11:35/10:35c on CBS or streams on Paramount+.

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Paul McCartney | Hello, Goodbye! May 22, 2026 2356 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 1899 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 quest
Jon Stewart (Extended) | Steven Spielberg May 20, 2026 2808 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
The Worst Of The Late Show May 19, 2026 1739 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 1432 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
Late Show Vocab | Bootsie May 17, 2026 1306 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 1744 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, readi
David Letterman | Xi Loves Me May 15, 2026 1604 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
Tom Hanks (Extended) | President Barack Obama May 14, 2026 2506 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-ra
Julia Louis-Dreyfus (Extended) | Pedro Pascal May 13, 2026 2909 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 final
Strike Force Five (Extended) | Truce Or Dare May 12, 2026 2840 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 f
Late Show Vocab | Ocean Vuong May 11, 2026 1021 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 re

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