- Episode 1 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…
- Episode 2 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.
- Episode 3 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.
- Episode 4 Jim Parsons, Natasha Rothwell Jim Parsons discusses Our Town. Natasha Rothwell discusses The White Lotus and How to Die Alone.
- Episode 5 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.
- Episode 6 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.
- Episode 7 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.
- Episode 8 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.
- Episode 9 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…
- Episode 10 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)".
- Episode 11 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).
- Episode 12 Kate Winslet, Jude Law Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Kate Winslet discusses Lee. Jude Law takes "The Colbert Questionert" (new footage from June 13 episode).
- Episode 13 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…
- Episode 14 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".
- Episode 15 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…
- Episode 16 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…
- Episode 17 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.
- Episode 18 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,…
- Episode 19 Vice President Kamala Harris Stephen acknowledges the impact of Hurricane Milton. Vice President Kamala Harris discusses recent politics and her presidential campaign.
- Episode 20 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…
- Episode 21 Jason Segel, Representative Jasmine Crockett What's Going On Over There? Jason Segel discusses Shrinking. Representative Jasmine Crockett discusses recent politics.
- Episode 22 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.
- Episode 23 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…
- Episode 24 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.
- Episode 25 Senator John Fetterman, Alfonso Cuarón Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Senator John Fetterman discusses recent politics. Alfonso Cuarón discusses Disclaimer.
- Episode 26 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.
- Episode 27 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…
- Episode 28 Robin Wright, Nicole Scherzinger Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Robin Wright discusses Here. Nicole Scherzinger discusses Sunset Boulevard.
- Episode 29 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".
- Episode 30 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.
- Episode 31 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…
- Episode 32 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.
- Episode 33 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.
- Episode 34 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.
- Episode 35 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…
- Episode 36 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.
- Episode 37 Zoe Saldaña, Ken Burns
- Episode 38 Billy Bob Thornton, Sharon Horgan What's Going On Over There? Billy Bob Thornton discusses Landman. Sharon Horgan discusses Bad Sisters.
- Episode 39 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.
- Episode 40 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…
- Episode 41 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,…
- Episode 42 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…
- Episode 43 Daniel Craig, Auli’i Cravalho Stephen Colbert Rest in Peace (special appearance by Amy Sedaris). Daniel Craig discusses Queer. Auliʻi Cravalho discusses Moana 2.
- Episode 44 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).
- Episode 45 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…
- Episode 46 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…
- Episode 47 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.
- Episode 48 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.
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Episode 49
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.
- Episode 50 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'.
- Episode 51 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.
- Episode 52 Elton John, Brandi Carlile Elton John and Brandi Carlile discuss 'Never Too Late'.
- Episode 53 Adrien Brody, Ben Schwartz Unseen Mysteries of the Hidden Secrets. Adrien Brody discusses The Brutalist. Ben Schwartz discusses Sonic the Hedgehog 3.
- Episode 54 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".
- Episode 55 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'.
- Episode 56 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'.
- Episode 57 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'.
- Episode 58 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…
- Episode 59 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'.
- Episode 60 Josh Gad, Betty Gilpin Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Josh Gad discusses his new book, 'In Gad We Trust'. Betty Gilpin discusses 'American Primeval'.
- Episode 61 Adam Scott, Secretary of the Treasury Janet Yellen Cyborgasm. Adam Scott discusses 'Severance'. Secretary of the Treasury Janet Yellen discusses recent politics.
- Episode 62 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'.
- Episode 63 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'.
- Episode 64 Michelle Yeoh, Britt Lower Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Michelle Yeoh discusses 'Star Trek: Section 31'. Britt Lower discusses 'Severance'.
- Episode 65 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'.
- Episode 66 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'.
- Episode 67 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…
- Episode 68 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'.
- Episode 69 Drew Barrymore, Brandon Scott Jones Ooh Ooh! Ah! Ah! Update! Romansplaining with Stephen Colbert. Drew Barrymore discusses 'Hollywood Squares'. Brandon Scott Jones discusses 'Ghosts'.
- Episode 70 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'.
- Episode 71 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…
- Episode 72 Lin-Manuel Miranda, Audra McDonald Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Lin-Manuel Miranda discusses 'All In: Comedy About Love'. Audra McDonald discusses 'Gypsy'.
- Episode 73 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…
- Episode 74 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.
- Episode 75 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…
- Episode 76 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'.
- Episode 77 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'.
- Episode 78 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'.
- Episode 79 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'.
- Episode 80 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'.
- Episode 81 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…
- Episode 82 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…
- Episode 83 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…
- Episode 84 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'.
- Episode 85 Pete Buttigieg Special live episode following the Presidential Address to Congress. MAGA Maniacs. Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Pete Buttigieg discusses recent politics.
- Episode 86 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…
- Episode 87 Sterling K. Brown, Reid Hoffman Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Sterling K. Brown discusses 'Paradise'. Reid Hoffman discusses recent politics and his new book, 'Superagency'.
- Episode 88 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'.
- Episode 89 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'.
- Episode 90 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'.
- Episode 91 Gary Oldman Gary Oldman discusses 'Slow Horses'.
- Episode 92 Jake Gyllenhaal, Roxane Gay Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Jake Gyllenhaal discusses ‘Othello’. Roxane Gay discusses her new book, ‘The Portable Feminist Reader’.
- Episode 93 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…
- Episode 94 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…
- Episode 95 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…
- Episode 96 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…
- Episode 97 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’.
- Episode 98 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’.
- Episode 99 Noah Wyle, Jenny Slate Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Noah Wyle discusses ‘The Pitt’. Jenny Slate discusses ‘Dying for Sex’.
- Episode 100 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.
- Episode 101 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…
- Episode 102 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’.
- Episode 103 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’.
- Episode 104 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…
- Episode 105 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’.
- Episode 106 Senator Raphael Warnock, Joe Manganiello Planet Earth Jr. We Found Aliens! Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Senator Raphael Warnock discusses recent politics and his new book, ‘We’re in This Together: Leo’s Lunch Box’. Joe Manganiello discusses…
- Episode 107 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!’.
- Episode 108 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…
- Episode 109 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’.
- Episode 110 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’.
- Episode 111 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’.
- Episode 112 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…
- Episode 113 Christine Baranski, Stellan Skarsgård Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Christine Baranski discusses ‘Nine Perfect Strangers’. Stellan Skarsgård discusses ‘Andor’.
- Episode 114 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.
- Episode 115 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.
- Episode 116 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…
- Episode 117 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…
- Episode 118 Senator Bernie Sanders, Pavement Senator Bernie Sanders discusses recent politics. Pavement performs "Harness Your Hopes" from their new film 'Pavements'.
- Episode 119 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…
- Episode 120 James Comey, Meghann Fahy Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. James Comey discusses recent politics and his new book, 'FDR Drive'. Meghann Fahy discusses 'Sirens'.
- Episode 121 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…
- Episode 122 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".
- Episode 123 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.
- Episode 124 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".
- Episode 125 Mark Hamill, Cristin Milioti Rescue Dog Rescue with Mark Hamill. Mark Hamill discusses 'The Life of Chuck'. Cristin Milioti discusses 'The Penguin'.
- Episode 126 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…
- Episode 127 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…
- Episode 128 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…
- Episode 129 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…
- Episode 130 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'.
- Episode 131 Mariska Hargitay, Senator Tammy Duckworth Late Show Presents: Meanwhile. Mariska Hargitay discusses 'My Mom Jayne'. Senator Tammy Duckworth discusses recent politics.
- Episode 132 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'.
- Episode 133 Allison Williams, Damson Idris, Model/Actriz Allison Williams discusses 'M3GAN 2.0'. Damson Idris discusses 'F1'. Model/Actriz performs "Cinderella" from their album 'Pirouette'.
- Episode 134 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…
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Episode 135
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.
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Episode 136
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'.
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Episode 137
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'.
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Episode 138
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'.
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Episode 139
Joaquin Phoenix, Megan Stalter
Joaquin Phoenix discusses 'Eddington' and his previous appearance on 'Late Show with David Letterman'. Meg Stalter discusses 'Too Much'.
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Episode 140
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'.
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Episode 141
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…
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Episode 142
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…
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Episode 143
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…
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Episode 144
Steve Buscemi, Molly Gordon
Corn Sweat. Whitlock's Hot Air Balloon with Steve Buscemi. Steve Buscemi discusses 'Wednesday'. Molly Gordon discusses 'Oh, Hi!'.
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Episode 145
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…
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Episode 146
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'.
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Episode 147
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…
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Episode 148
Liam Neeson, Senator Elissa Slotkin
Liam Neeson discusses 'The Naked Gun'. Senator Elissa Slotkin discusses recent politics.
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Episode 149
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'.
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Episode 150
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…
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Episode 151
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.
- Episode 152 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'.
- Episode 153 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…