The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (2015)
September 8, 2015
∙11 seasons
∙1770 episodes
∙6.2 / 10
Overview
Stephen Colbert brings his signature satire and comedy to The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, the #1 show in late night, where he talks with an eclectic mix of guests about what is new and relevant in the worlds of politics, entertainment, business, music, technology, and more. Featuring bandleader Jon Batiste with his band Stay Human, the Emmy Award-nominated show is broadcast from the historic Ed Sullivan Theater.
Episode 1
George Clooney, Jeb Bush, Jon Batiste & Stay Human
The show opens with Stephen singing "The Star-Spangled Banner", ending with a cameo by Jon Stewart as an umpire yelling "Play ball!". Later he allows himself to eat one Oreo cookie and share one Donald Trump news story, before spiraling out of control and eating several cookies and showing several Trump stories. George Clooney discusses his career and his "new movie", ‘Decision Strike’. Governor Jeb Bush discusses his presidential campaign. The musical segment of the show features a cast of celebrities joining the band singing "Everyday People".
45 min
September 8, 2015
Episode 2
Scarlett Johansson, Elon Musk, Kendrick Lamar
Stephen explains the technical difficulties he experienced during the making of his first show. The Big Furry Hat. Big Questions with Even Bigger Stars (with Scarlett Johansson). Elon Musk discusses SpaceX and his other projects. Kendrick Lamar performed a medley of songs from his album 'To Pimp a Butterfly’.
45 min
September 9, 2015
Episode 3
Vice President Joe Biden, Travis Kalanick, Toby Keith
Joe Biden and Stephen discuss how the tragic losses of family members affected their lives. Travis Kalanick discusses 'Uber. Toby Keith performed "Rum is the Reason" off his album '35 MPH Town’.
45 min
September 10, 2015
Episode 4
Amy Schumer, Stephen King, Troubled Waters (Paul Simon)
Stephen endorses Yesterday's Coffee. Amy Schumer discusses her new standup special, ‘Amy Schumer: Live at the Apollo’. Stephen Colbert's Unseen Mysteries of the Hidden Secrets. Stephen King discusses his new collection of short stories, ‘The Bazaar of Bad Dreams’. Troubled Waters performs "Me and Julio Down by the Schoolyard" with Stephen, as well as "American Tune" during the episode's outro.
45 min
September 11, 2015
Episode 5
Emily Blunt, Justice Stephen Breyer, The Dead Weather
Stephen faces off against Novak Djokovic. Stephen Colbert Gets All Up in Your Faith. Emily Blunt discusses 'Sicario’, in addition to having a vomit-off with Stephen. Justice Stephen Breyer discusses recent politics and his new book, 'The Court and the World’. The Dead Weather performs "I Feel Love (Every Million Miles)" from their album 'Dodge and Burn’.
45 min
September 14, 2015
Episode 6
Tim Cook, Jake Gyllenhaal, Run The Jewels with TV On The Radio
The Hungry for Power Games (Rick Perry). Jake Gyllenhaal discusses 'Everest’. Tim Cook discusses the iPhone 6S. Run the Jewels & TV on the Radio perform "Angel Duster" from the album 'Run the Jewels 2’.
45 min
September 15, 2015
Episode 7
Kevin Spacey, Carol Burnett, Abbi Jacobson, Ilana Glazer, Willie Nelson
Carol Burnett discusses 'The Carol Burnett Show’. Kevin Spacey discusses 'House of Cards’. Planet of the Apps. Willie Nelson & John Mellencamp discuss Willie's Reserve and Farm Aid, and perform "Night Life".
45 min
September 16, 2015
Episode 8
Trevor Noah, U.N. Ban Ki-Moon, Chris Stapleton
Trevor Noah discusses 'The Daily Show’ and the Republican Party presidential debate. Stephen launches his own lifestyle brand, Covetton House. Ban Ki-moon discusses recent politics. Chris Stapleton performs "Nobody to Blame" from his album 'Traveller’
45 min
September 17, 2015
Episode 9
Lupita Nyong'o, Senator Bernie Sanders, Christopher Wheeldon, Robert Fairchild and Leanne Cope
Lupita Nyong'o discusses 'Eclipsed’ and ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’. Bernie Sanders discusses his presidential campaign. Christopher Wheeldon discusses ‘An American in Paris’, as Robert Fairchild and Leanne Cope perform a selection from the play.
45 min
September 18, 2015
Episode 10
Stephen Curry, Senator Ted Cruz, Don Henley
Stephen Curry discusses 'NBA 2K16’. Stephen vs. Stephen (Stephen and Stephen Curry). Ted Cruz discusses his presidential campaign. Don Henley performs "Too Much Pride" from his album 'Cass County’.
45 min
September 21, 2015
Episode 11
Donald Trump, Dr. Ernest Moniz, Raury
The Hungry for Power Games (Scott Walker). Donald Trump discusses his presidential campaign. Trump or Colbert? Ernest Moniz discusses the Iran nuclear deal. Raury performs "Devil's Whisper" from his album ‘All We Need’.
45 min
September 22, 2015
Episode 12
Hugh Jackman, Hugh Evans, Senator Elizabeth Warren, Pearl Jam
Jon Batiste presents his "new book": ‘Underneath the Chuckles: Life, Laughs, Loss, Love and Learning’. Jackman and Evans discuss 'the Global Poverty Project. Senator Elizabeth Warren discusses the problems with the government. Pearl Jam discusses the Global Citizen Festival and performs "Mind Your Manners", plus a cover of "Rockin' in the Free World" joined by Stephen on vocals.
45 min
September 23, 2015
Episode 13
Andrew Sullivan, Maria Shriver, Jim Gaffigan, Archbishop Thomas Wenski, YMCA Jerusalem Youth Chorus, the Choir of St. Jean Baptiste
The Dope on the Pope. Jim Gaffigan, Maria Shriver, Andrew Sullivan and Archbishop Thomas Wenski discuss Pope Francis's visit to America and Catholicism. YMCA Jerusalem Youth Chorus and the Choir of St. Jean Baptiste perform a rendition of the Hoyt Axton/Three Dog Night song "Joy to the World".
45 min
September 24, 2015
Episode 14
Malala Yousafzai, Kerry Washington, The Arcs
Stephen Colbert's All-Inclusive Wedding Cake Toppers. Malala Yousafzai discusses the right to education for women and her new documentary, ‘He Named Me Malala’; she also performs a magic trick for Stephen. Kerry Washington discusses 'Scandal and the Global Citizen Festival. The Arcs performed "Outta My Mind" from their album 'Yours, Dreamily,’.
45 min
September 25, 2015
Episode 15
First Lady Michelle Obama, John Legend
First Lady Michelle Obama discusses the "Let Girls Learn" initiative, her life and recent politics. Stephen Colbert's Who Am Me? (Stephen takes the MBTI). John Legend discusses the "FreeAmerica" initiative and performs a duet of "America the Beautiful" with Stephen.
45 min
September 28, 2015
Episode 16
Ellen Page, Jesse Eisenberg, Dominic Wilcox
Elliot Page discusses ‘Freeheld’ and LGBT progress. Jesse Eisenberg discusses his new collection of short stories, ‘Bream Gives Me Hiccups: And Other Stories’. Stephen Colbert Gets All Up in Your Faith. Stephen demonstrates Dominic Wilcox's inventions.
45 min
September 29, 2015
Episode 17
John Oliver, Evan Spiegel, Bill Withers, Ed Sheeran
Big Questions with Even Bigger Stars (with Tom Hanks). John Oliver discusses ‘Last Week Tonight’. Evan Spiegel discusses Snapchat. Bill Withers and Ed Sheeran discuss Withers' induction to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, as Sheeran performs "Ain't No Sunshine".
45 min
September 30, 2015
Episode 18
John Kerry, Claire Danes, PewDiePie
John Kerry discusses the Iran nuclear deal. Claire Danes discusses ‘Homeland’. PewDiePie discusses his YouTube channel and his new book, ‘This Book Loves You’.
45 min
October 1, 2015
Episode 19
Morgan Freeman, Ruth Wilson, Sean Murray
Stephen Colbert's Cyborgasm. Morgan Freeman discusses ‘Madam Secretary’. Ruth Wilson discusses ‘The Affair’. Sean Murray demonstrates ‘No Man's Sky’.
45 min
October 2, 2015
Episode 20
Senator John McCain, Yo-Yo Ma, Misty Copeland
Yo-Yo Ma sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Whole Foods Apologies. Senator John McCain discusses recent politics. Stephen Colbert's Who Am Me? (Stephen takes a polygraph test). Misty Copeland discusses her new documentary, ‘A Ballerina's Tale’. Copeland also performs the courante from Johann Sebastian Bach's "Cello Suite No. 2" with Ma. The Late Show celebrates Ma's 60th birthday.
45 min
October 5, 2015
Episode 21
Bill Clinton, Billy Eichner, Florence & the Machine
Stephen Colbert's Pander Express. Bill Clinton discusses the Clinton Foundation, its projects, and the 2016 election. Billy Eichner discusses ‘Billy on the Street’. Florence and the Machine performs "What Kind of Man" from their album 'How Big, How Blue, How Beautiful’.
45 min
October 6, 2015
Episode 22
Gina Rodriguez, Ben Bernanke, Tame Impala
The Big Furry Hat. Gina Rodriguez discusses ‘Jane the Virgin’. Stephen Colbert's Esophagorge. Ben Bernanke discusses the 2008 financial crisis and his new book, ‘The Courage to Act’. Tame Impala performs "The Less I Know the Better" from their album 'Currents’.
45 min
October 7, 2015
Episode 23
Cate Blanchett, Brian Chesky, Dartmouth Football Dummy
Stephen Colbert's Digital Doo. Cate Blanchett discusses ‘Truth’. Brian Chesky discusses Airbnb. Buddy Teevens and Elliot Kastner of the Dartmouth Big Green demonstrate their Tackle Dummy.
45 min
October 8, 2015
Episode 24
James Corden, Shane Smith, Halsey
Life Hacked. James Corden discusses ‘The Late Late Show’ and his appointment as Officer of the Order of the British Empire. Corden performs "Me and My Shadow" with Stephen. Shane Smith discusses VICE Media. Halsey performs "New Americana" from her album ‘Badlands’.
45 min
October 9, 2015
Episode 25
Carey Mulligan, Elvis Costello, Darlene Love
Stephen Colbert’s RejecTED Talks. Carey Mulligan discusses ‘Suffragette’ and the British women’s suffrage movement. Stephen takes a meeting with her producer. Elvis Costello discusses his new memoir, ‘Unfaithful Music & Disappearing Ink’, and his father’s influence. Darlene Love performs “Forbidden Nights”, from her album ‘Introducing Darlene Love’, with Costello.
45 min
October 12, 2015
Episode 26
Sarah Silverman, Elijah Wood, Symphony of the Goddesses
Stephen Colbert’s Hot Takes. Sarah Silverman discusses ‘I Smile Back’ and reads bad jokes written by kids with Stephen. Elijah Wood talks ’The Lord of the Rings’ with Stephen and discusses ‘The Last Witch Hunter’. Orchestral performance by ‘The Legend of Zelda: Symphony of the Goddesses’.
45 min
October 13, 2015
Episode 27
Jack Black, Nick Woodman, Michelle Dorrance
Jack Black discusses his years with Tenacious D and Goosebumps. Black performs "My Kind of America" with Stephen. Nick Woodman discusses GoPro. Michelle Dorrance discusses her career and performs a tap dance, with Jon Batiste and Stay Human providing accompaniment.
45 min
October 14, 2015
Episode 28
Oprah Winfrey, Joseph Fink, Jeffrey Cranor, Judith Hill
Oprah Winfrey discusses spirituality with Stephen and ‘OWN (Oprah Winfrey Network)’. Stephen’s pre-show rituals. Judith Hill performs "Cry, Cry, Cry" from her album ’Back in Time’. Joseph Fink & Jeffrey Cranor discuss ’Welcome to Night Vale’.
45 min
October 15, 2015
Episode 29
Jimmy Kimmel, Guillermo del Toro, Jessica Chastain, Tom Hiddleston, Mia Wasikowska, Beach House
Jimmy Kimmel discusses ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ and his agent, same as Stephen’s, before having a cook-off. Guillermo Del Toro, Jessica Chastain, Tom Hiddleston and Mia Wasikowska discuss ’Crimson Peak’. Beach House performs "One Thing" from their album ’Thank Your Lucky Stars’.
45 min
October 16, 2015
Episode 30
Sienna Miller, Melissa Benoist, Chance the Rapper
The Hungry for Power Games (Jim Webb and Lincoln Chafee), with a cameo appearance by Stanley Tucci. Miller discusses ‘Burnt’. Benoist discusses ‘Supergirl’. Chance the Rapper performs "Angels" from his mixtape ’Coloring Book’.
45 min
October 26, 2015
Episode 31
Hillary Clinton, Anthony Bourdain, Carrie Brownstein
Lianne La Havas sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Hillary Clinton discusses her presidential campaign. Anthony Bourdain discusses ‘Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown’ and his new graphic novel, ’Get Jiro’. Carrie Brownstein discusses her new memoir, ‘Hunger Makes Me a Modern Girl’.
45 min
October 27, 2015
Episode 32
Julianna Margulies, Jonathan Franzen, Alabama Shakes
Julianna Margulies discusses ‘The Good Wife’. Jonathan Franzen discusses ‘Purity’. Alabama Shakes performs "Joe" from their album ’Sound & Color’. Franzen reads Stephen a bedtime story as the episode’s outro.
45 min
October 28, 2015
Episode 33
Seth MacFarlane, Neil DeGrasse Tyson
Seth MacFarlane discusses his new album, ‘No One Ever Tells You’. Focus on the Universe. Neil deGrasse Tyson discusses ‘StarTalk’ and the latest scientific discoveries. MacFarlane performs "The One I Love (Belongs to Somebody Else)".
45 min
October 29, 2015
Episode 34
Charlie Rose, Stacy Schiff, Ghost
The Late Show celebrates Halloween. The Zombies sit in with the band and provide musical accompaniment. Cameo appearance by Rob Gronkowski. Charlie Rose comes out as Frankenstein and discusses ‘Charlie Rose’. Late Show Pumpking Carving Tips. Stacy Schiff comes out as a cat lady and discusses her new book, ‘The Witches: Salem, 1692’. Heavy metal band Ghost performs "Cirice" from their album ‘Meliora’, making their first appearance on a US TV show.
45 min
October 30, 2015
Episode 35
Allison Janney, Colin Quinn, Margaret Cho
Allison Janney discusses ‘Mom’. Colin Quinn discusses ‘Colin Quinn: The New York Story’. Margaret Cho discusses her new special, ‘Psycho’, and performs "Lice" from her album ‘Cho Dependent’.
45 min
November 2, 2015
Episode 36
Antonio Banderas, Reed Hastings, John Irving
Stephen Colbert Gazes into the Infinet. Antonio Banderas discusses ‘The 33’. Reed Hastings discusses Netflix. John Irving discusses his works and his new book, ‘Avenue of Mysteries’, and reads Stephen a bedtime story as the episode’s outro.
45 min
November 3, 2015
Episode 37
Daniel Craig, Elizabeth Gilbert, Dr. Eugenia Cheng
The Hungry for Power Games (Lawrence Lessig). Daniel Craig discusses ‘Spectre’. Craig rents a new car. Elizabeth Gilbert discusses the creative process and her new book, ‘Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear’. Dr. Eugenia Cheng discusses baking and mathematics.
45 min
November 4, 2015
Episode 38
Bryan Cranston, Shamir
Stephen Colbert’s Hot Takes. Bryan Cranston discusses ‘Trumbo’. Big Questions with Even Bigger Stars (with Bryan Cranston). Jon Batiste and Stephen visit New Orleans. Shamir performs "On the Regular" from his album ‘Ratchet’.
45 min
November 5, 2015
Episode 39
Whoopi Goldberg, John Kasich, Glen Hansard
Harry Potter and the Cauldron of Spoilers. Stephen Colbert’s RejecTED Talks. Whoopi Goldberg discusses ‘The View’ and her new book, ‘If Someone Says "You Complete Me", RUN!’. Governor John Kasich discusses his presidential campaign. Glen Hansard performs "Lowly Deserter" from his album ‘Didn’t He Ramble’.
45 min
November 6, 2015
Episode 40
Ethan Hawke, Claire McCaskill, Amy Klobuchar, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats
Stacie Orrico sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Cameo appearance by Rainn Wilson. Ethan Hawke discusses the New York City Marathon and his new book, ‘Rules for a Knight’. Stephen Colbert’s Midnight Confessions. Senators Claire McCaskill and Amy Klobuchar discuss women in the United States Senate and their books, ‘Plenty Ladylike’ and ‘The Senator Next Door’. Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats perform "I Need Never Get Old" from their eponymous album.
45 min
November 9, 2015
Episode 41
Aziz Ansari, Shonda Rhimes, Bruce Campbell, Lucy Lawless
Candy Crush Saga "movie clip" with Liam Neeson. Aziz Ansari discusses ‘Master of None’, with an appearance from his father. Shonda Rhimes discusses her new book, ‘Year of Yes’. Bruce Campbell and Lucy Lawless discuss ‘Ash vs. Evil Dead’.
45 min
November 10, 2015
Episode 42
Viola Davis, Brian Greene, George Ezra
Viola Davis discusses ‘How to Get Away with Murder’. Darlene Love and Stephen wishes Jon Batiste a happy birthday. Brian Greene discusses physics. George Ezra performs "Blame It on Me" from his album ‘Wanted on Voyage’.
45 min
November 11, 2015
Episode 43
Jennifer Connelly, Judd Apatow, The Internet
An appearance from John Dickerson. Jennifer Connelly discusses ‘Shelter’. Judd Apatow discusses his comeback to standup comedy and his new book, ‘Sick in the Head’. The Internet performs "Under Control" from their album ‘Ego Death’.
45 min
November 12, 2015
Episode 44
Mark Ruffalo, John Cleese, Michael Flatley
Mark Ruffalo discusses ‘Spotlight’. The Big Furry Hat (with John Cleese). John Cleese discusses his career in comedy and his new book, ‘So, Anyway…’. Michael Flatley discusses ‘Lord of the Dance: Dangerous Games’, followed by a tap dance performance. Stephen acknowledges the terrorists attacks in France in the episode’s outro.
45 min
November 13, 2015
Episode 45
Bill Maher, Florent Groberg, Shepard Fairey, Acro-Cats
Medal of Honor recipient Jack H. Jacobs discusses the terrorists attacks in France. Bill Maher discusses religion and the presidential election. Medal of Honor recipient Florent Groberg discusses the War in Afghanistan. Shepard Fairey discusses his art and his new book, ‘Covert to Overt’. A performance by The Acro-Cats.
45 min
November 16, 2015
Episode 46
Julianne Moore, Burt Reynolds, Public Image Ltd
CeeLo Green sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Julianne Moore discusses ‘The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2’ and her new book, ‘Freckleface Strawberry’. Burt Reynolds discusses his acting career and his new book, ‘But Enough About Me’. Public Image Ltd performs "Double Trouble" from their album ‘What the World Needs Now…’.
45 min
November 17, 2015
Episode 47
Sharon Stone, Justin Theroux, James Taylor
The Hungry for Power Games (Bobby Jindal). Sharon Stone discusses ‘Agent X’. Justin Theroux discusses ‘The Leftovers’ and has an eyebrow acting contest with Stephen. James Taylor performs "Montana" from his album ‘Before This World’, an updated version of "Fire and Rain" with Stephen and a folk rendition of "La Marseillaise".
45 min
November 18, 2015
Episode 48
Jane Fonda, Andrew Lloyd Webber
12-year-old Brandon Niederauer sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Jane Fonda discusses ‘Youth, Grace and Frankie’ and her career. Andrew Lloyd Webber discusses the musical and performs excerpts from his works with Stephen and Jon Batiste.
45 min
November 19, 2015
Episode 49
Michael Caine, Larry Wilmore, Boots
Vulfpeck sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Michael Caine discusses ‘Youth’ and his career. Larry Wilmore discusses ‘The Nightly Show’ and his new book, ‘I’d Rather We Got Casinos’. Boots performs "C.U.R.E." from his album ‘AQUΛRIA’.
45 min
November 20, 2015
Episode 50
Sylvester Stallone, Ted Koppel, My Morning Jacket
An appearance from 2015 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series champion Kyle Busch. The Late Show Presents: Thanksgiving Turkey Tips with Our Friends at Butterball. Sylvester Stallone discusses ‘Creed’ and ‘Rocky’. Ted Koppel discusses his new book, ‘Lights Out’. My Morning Jacket performs "Tropics" from their album ‘The Waterfall’.
45 min
November 23, 2015
Episode 51
Spike Lee, Andy Cohen, Carly Simon
Spike Lee discusses ‘Chi-Raq’. Andy Cohen discusses ‘Then and Now’ and his new book, ‘The Andy Cohen Diaries’. Carly Simon discusses her new memoir, ‘Boys in the Trees’ and performs "Mockingbird" with Stephen. Simon also performs "I Can’t Thank You Enough" from her greatest hits album ‘Songs from the Trees
45 min
November 24, 2015
Episode 52
Gloria Estefan, Eric Greitens, Jake Wood, Daniel Boulud
The Late Show celebrates Thanksgiving. Gloria Estefan discusses ‘On Your Feet!’ and her Cuban heritage. Stephen says goodbye to Zobo, the Late Show Joke-Testing Ape. Eric Greitens and Jake Wood discuss ‘The Mission Continues’ and ‘Team Rubicon’. Daniel Boulud presents his new book, ‘Daniel: My French Cuisine’, and prepares turkeys with Stephen.
45 min
November 25, 2015
Episode 53
Steve Carell, Jennifer Hudson
Victoria’s Secret Angels Adriana Lima, Behati Prinsloo and Taylor Hill eat buffalo wings. Steve Carell discusses ‘The Big Short’ and sings "Dance With Me" with Stephen. Jennifer Hudson discusses ‘The Color Purple’. Morgan Freeman’s announcer audition. Hudson and the cast of The Color Purple perform "Push Da Button".
45 min
December 7, 2015
Episode 54
Marion Cotillard, George Saunders, Joanna Newsom
Stephen’s J. R. R. Tolkien geekdom pays off. Marion Cotillard discusses ‘Macbeth’. Things That Sound Way More Intriguing When Said in French (with Marion Cotillard). George Saunders discusses his new book, ‘The Very Persistent Gappers of Frip’ and sings ‘Today Is A Beautiful Day, But Not For You’. Joanna Newsom performs "Leaving the City" from her album ‘Divers’. Saunders reads Stephen a bedtime story as the episode’s outro.
45 min
December 8, 2015
Episode 55
Michelle Dockery, Hugh Bonneville, Allen Leech, Adam McKay, Kurt Vile
Michelle Dockery, Alan Bonneville and Allen Leech discuss ‘Downton Abbey’ and perform a scene with Stephen. Stephen changes a lightbulb outside the Ed Sullivan Theater. Adam McKay discusses ‘The Big Short’. Kurt Vile performs "Pretty Pimpin" from his album ‘B’lieve I’m Goin Down…’.
45 min
December 9, 2015
Episode 56
Bruce Willis, Michael Lewis, Lizzo
Jon Stewart makes an appearance to discuss the Zadroga Act. Stephen Colbert’s Midnight Confessions. Bruce Willis discusses ‘Misery’. Stephen doesn’t believe Willis does his own stunts and a fight ensues. Michael Lewis discusses ‘The Big Short’. Andrew Delbanco and Stephen ride a rollercoaster and discuss ‘Moby-Dick’. Lizzo performs "Ain’t I" from her album ‘Big Grrrl Small World’.
45 min
December 10, 2015
Episode 57
Lin-Manuel Miranda, Ike Barinholtz, Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings
Lin-Manuel Miranda discusses ‘Hamilton’, New York and his influences. Miranda and Stephen present "Button! The American Musical". Ike Barinholtz discusses ‘Sisters’. Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings perform "8 Days (of Hanukkah)" from their album ‘It’s a Holiday Soul Party’.
45 min
December 11, 2015
Episode 58
Jennifer Lawrence, Doris Kearns Goodwin, Sleater-Kinney
Stephen says goodbye to oil. Jennifer Lawrence discusses ‘Joy’ and being human. Big Questions with Even Bigger Stars (with Jennifer Lawrence). Doris Kearns Goodwin discusses the presidential election. The Late Show Presents: Quotable Notables’ Quotables. Sleater-Kinney performs "Bury Our Friends" from their album ‘No Cities to Love’.
45 min
December 14, 2015
Episode 59
Quentin Tarantino, Jonathan Groff, Squeeze
Stephen auditions as Han Solo (appearances by Harrison Ford and J. J. Abrams). Quentin Tarantino discusses ‘The Hateful Eight’ and his career. The Big Furry Hat. Jonathan Groff discusses ‘Hamilton’ and teaches Stephen his King George III walk. Squeeze performs "Happy Days" from their album ‘Cradle to the Grave’, with Jon Batiste & Stay Human providing musical accompaniment.
45 min
December 15, 2015
Episode 60
Robert De Niro, Daniel Gilbert, Henry Rollins
Hashtag: #SpoilerSpoilers. Robert De Niro discusses ‘Joy’ and his career. De Niro also enjoys a cold martini (and silence) with Stephen. Daniel Gilbert discusses his new book, ‘Stumbling on Happiness’. Henry Rollins discusses ‘He Never Died’ and performs A Very Rollins Christmas with Stephen.
45 min
December 16, 2015
Episode 61
Michael Moore, Samantha Power, Michael C. Hall, Lazarus
Crunchy the Squirrel presents Oatie-O’s. Michael Moore discusses ‘Where to Invade Next’ and takes a more positive look at the world. Samantha Power discusses her position as Ambassador to the United Nations. Michael C. Hall discusses ‘Lazarus’. The Late Show Holiday Gift Guide. Hall and the cast of Lazarus perform the title track of the play.
45 min
December 17, 2015
Episode 62
Mandy Patinkin, Kayvon Beykpour, Leon Bridges
The Late Show celebrates Christmas. Mandy Patinkin discusses ‘Homeland’ and has some thoughts on the world, fear and humanity. Christmas Party Apologies. Kayvon Beykpour discusses ‘Periscope’. Leon Bridges performs Sam Cooke’s "Jesus Gave Me Water".
45 min
December 18, 2015
Episode 63
Samuel L. Jackson, Olivia Hallisey
Stephen welcomes actor Samuel L. Jackson, and Google Science Fair Winner Olivia Hallisey.
45 min
January 4, 2016
Episode 64
John Krasinski, Killer Mike, George Church, Foals
Stephen welcomes actor John Krasinski, Hip Hop artist Killer Mike, geneticist George Church, and a musical performance by Foals.
45 min
January 5, 2016
Episode 65
Jerry Seinfeld, Senator Rand Paul, Andra Day
Stephen welcomes a stand-up performance by and interview with Jerry Seinfeld, Senator Rand Paul, plus a musical performance by Andra Day.
45 min
January 6, 2016
Episode 66
Damian Lewis, America Ferrera, FloydLittle's Double Dutch team
Stephen welcomes actor Damian Lewis, actress America Ferrera, plus a performance by FloydLittle's Double Dutch team.
45 min
January 7, 2016
Episode 67
Matthew Broderick, Sarah Parcak, Kacey Musgraves
Stephen welcomes actor Matthew Broderick, space archaeologist Sarah Parcak, plus a musical performance by Kacey Musgraves.
45 min
January 8, 2016
Episode 68
Jane Lynch, Sec. Julian Castro, EL VY
Stephen welcomes actress Jane Lynch, from the the CBS comedy series "Angel From Hell"; Secretary of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Julian Castro, and a musical performance by EL VY.
45 min
January 11, 2016
Episode 69
Saoirse Ronan, Jeremy Stoppelman, Laura Ricciardi & Moira Demos, James Bay
Stephen welcomes actress Saoirse Ronan, CEO of Yelp Jeremy Stoppelman, "Making a Murderer" Filmmakers Laura Ricciardi and Moira Demos, and a musical performance by James Bay.
45 min
January 12, 2016
Episode 70
Paul Giamatti, Guerrilla Girls, J.B. Mauney
Stephen welcomes actor Paul Giamatti, artists Guerrilla Girls, and professional bull rider J.B. Mauney.
45 min
January 13, 2016
Episode 71
Olivia Munn, T.J. Miller, Father John Misty
Stephen welcomes actress Olivia Munn, T.J Miller, and a musical performance by Father John Misty.
45 min
January 14, 2016
Episode 72
Scott Kelly, Abby Wambach, Maria Bamford
Stephen welcomes astronaut Scott Kelly, U.S. Women's Soccer star Abby Wambach, and comedian Maria Bamford.
45 min
January 15, 2016
Episode 73
Patricia Heaton, Quincy Jones, Deray McKesson, Grace
Stephen welcomes Patricia Heaton, Quincy Jones, Civil Rights Activist DeRay McKesson, and a musical performance by Grace.
45 min
January 18, 2016
Episode 74
Charlie Day, Colin Hanks, Margo Price
Stephen welcomes Charlie Day, Colin Hanks from the CBS comedy series "Life in Pieces," and a musical performance by Margo Price.
45 min
January 19, 2016
Episode 75
James Spader, Brandon Marshall, Sarah Koenig, Rev Run
Stephen welcomes actor James Spader, New York Jets Wide Receiver Brandon Marshall, host and Executive Producer of "Serial" Podcast Sarah Koenig, and Rev Run.
45 min
January 20, 2016
Episode 76
Christian Slater, Josh Radnor, Iggy Pop
Stephen welcomes actors Christian Slater and Josh Radnor and musician Iggy Pop.
45 min
January 21, 2016
Episode 77
Steven Tyler, Gaby Hoffmann, Låpsley
45 min
January 22, 2016
Episode 78
Donald Rumsfeld, Russell Westbrook, Jackson Browne
Stephen welcomes Secretary Donald Rumsfeld, Oklahoma City Thunder Point Guard Russell Westbrook, and a musical performance by Jackson Browne.
45 min
January 25, 2016
Episode 79
Laurence Fishburne, Michael Novacek, Lake Street Dive
Stephen welcomes Laurence Fishburne, Michael Novacek, and a musical performance by Lake Street Dive.
45 min
January 26, 2016
Episode 80
Chris Pine, Danielle Brooks, Jonah Reider, Baauer
Stephen welcomes Chris Pine, actress Danielle Brooks, Columbia University student Jonah Reider, and a musical performance by Baauer.
45 min
January 27, 2016
Episode 81
Josh Brolin, John Dickerson, Erin Brockovich, Aubrie Sellers
Stephen welcomes Josh Brolin, John Dickers, host of CBS News's "Face the Nation"; Environmental Activist Erin Brockovich, and a musical performance by Aubrie Sellers.
45 min
January 28, 2016
Episode 82
John Travolta, Courtney B. Vance, Amy Cuddy, John Moreland
Stephen welcomes John Travolta and Courtney B. Vance, author Amy Cuddy, and a musical performance John Moreland.
45 min
February 1, 2016
Episode 83
David Schwimmer, Joel Osteen, M. Ward
Stephen welcomes David Schwimmer, Pastor Joel Osteen, and a musical performance by M. Ward.
45 min
February 2, 2016
Episode 84
Dr. Phil McGraw, Mark & Jay Duplass, Michael Eric Dyson, Anderson Paak and the Free Nationals
Stephen welcomes Dr. Phil, creators of "Togetherness" Mark and Jay Duplass, author Michael Eric Dyson, and a musical performance by Anderson .Paak and the Free Nationals.
45 min
February 3, 2016
Episode 85
Michael Strahan, Samantha Bee, Wilco
Stephen welcomes Michael Strahan, Samantha Bee, and a musical performance by Wilco.
45 min
February 4, 2016
Episode 86
Bobby Cannavale, Donny Deutsch, Charles Kelley
Stephen welcomes Bobby Cannavale; Advertising executive Donny Deutsch, and a musical performance by Charles Kelley.
45 min
February 5, 2016
Episode 87
Tina Fey and Margot Robbie, Will Ferrell, Megyn Kelly, Key & Peele
Stephen welcomes Tina Fey and Margot Robbie, Will Ferrell, Megyn Kelly, and Key & Peele.
45 min
February 7, 2016
Episode 88
Bill O'Reilly, Eddie George, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis
Stephen welcomes Bill O'Reilly, former NFL star Eddie George, and a musical performance by Macklemore and Ryan Lewis.
45 min
February 8, 2016
Episode 89
Olivia Wilde, Christiane Amanpour, Jon Batiste & Stay Human
Stephen welcomes Olivia Wilde, Christiane Amanpour, and a musical performance by Jon Batiste & Stay Human.
45 min
February 9, 2016
Episode 90
Ben Stiller, Bernie Sanders, Tao: Seventeen Samurai
Stephen welcomes Ben Stiller, Senator Bernie Sanders, and a performance by Tao: Seventeen Samurai.
45 min
February 10, 2016
Episode 91
Kelsey Grammer, Fred Armisen, Sarah McDaniel, Ty Segall and the Muggers
Stephen welcomes Kelsey Grammer, Fred Armisen, “Playboy” cover girl Sarah McDaniel, and a musical performance by Ty Segall and the Muggers.
45 min
February 11, 2016
Episode 92
Craig Ferguson, Senator Cory Booker, Scott Waites
Stephen welcomes Craig Ferguson, Senator Cory Booker, and World Darts Champion Scott Waites.
45 min
February 15, 2016
Episode 93
Eva Longoria, Abbi Jacobson & Ilana Glazer, Lucinda Williams
Stephen welcomes Eva Longoria, Abbi Jacobson & ilana Glazer, and a musical performance by Lucinda Williams.
45 min
February 16, 2016
Episode 94
Kate Hudson, Governor John Kasich, Courtney Barnett
Stephen welcomes Kate Hudson, Governor John Kasich, and a musical performance by Courtney Barnett.
45 min
February 17, 2016
Episode 95
Tea Leoni, Amanda Peet, Triumph the Insult Comic Dog
Stephen welcomes actress Tea Leoni from the CBS drama series "Madam Secretary", Amanda Peet, and Triumph the Insult Comic Dog.
45 min
February 18, 2016
Episode 96
Chelsea Handler, Zosia Mamet, The Lumineers
Stephen welcomes Chelsea Handler, Zosia Mamet, and a musical performance by The Lumineers.
45 min
February 19, 2016
Episode 97
Casey Affleck, Richard Dreyfuss, Mavis Staples
Stephen welcomes Casey Affleck, Richard Dreyfuss, and an interview with and musical performance by Mavis Staples.
45 min
February 22, 2016
Episode 98
Debra Messing, Zachary Quinto, Violent Femmes
Stephen welcomes Debra Messing, Zachary Quinto, and a musical performance by Violent Femmes.
45 min
February 23, 2016
Episode 99
Adrien Brody, Danai Gurira, Brian Greene
Stephen welcomes Adrien Brody, actress Danai Gurira from "The Walking Dead," and Physicist Brian Greene.
45 min
February 24, 2016
Episode 100
Tim Daly, Graham Nash, Jason Isbell
Stephen welcomes Tim Daly from the CBS drama series “Madam Secretary," Singer-songwriter Graham Nash, and a musical performance by Jason Isbell .
45 min
February 25, 2016
Episode 101
Spike Jonze, Jeffrey Dean Morgan, Jack Garratt
Stephen welcomes Director Spike Jonze, Jeffrey Dean Morgan from the CBS drama series “The Good Wife” and a musical performance by Jack Garratt.
45 min
February 29, 2016
Episode 102
Chrissy Teigen, Mike Birbiglia, Adam Savage
Stephen welcomes Chrissy Teigen, comedian Mike Birbiglia, and Adam Savage of “MythBusters."
45 min
March 1, 2016
Episode 103
Octavia Spencer, John Stamos, Bob Saget, Dave Coulier, Lucius
Stephen welcomes Octavia Spencer, the cast of “Fuller House”: John Stamos, Bob Saget and Dave Coulier, and a musical performance by Lucius.
45 min
March 2, 2016
Episode 104
Christopher Meloni, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Edward Byers, Ray LaMontagne
Stephen welcomes Christopher Meloni, actress Mary Elizabeth Winstead;, Medal of Honor Recipient Edward Byers, and a musical performance by Ray LaMontagne.
45 min
March 3, 2016
Episode 105
Will Arnett, Charles Barkley, Max Greenfield
Stephen welcomes Will Arnett, Charles Barkley, and actor Max Greenfield.
45 min
March 7, 2016
Episode 106
Helen Mirren, J.J. Abrams, DMA’S
Stephen welcomes Helen Mirren, J.J. Abrams, and a musical performance by DMA'S.
45 min
March 8, 2016
Episode 107
Sally Field, Jerrod Carmichael, Esperanza Spalding
Stephen welcomes Sally Field, Jerrod Carmichael, and a musical performance by Esperanza Spalding.
45 min
March 9, 2016
Episode 108
Anna Kendrick, Loretta Lynch, Brian Fallon
Stephen welcomes Anna Kendrick, U.S. Attorney General Loretta Lynch, and a musical performance by Brian Fallon.
45 min
March 10, 2016
Episode 109
Jeff Daniels, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Audra McDonald
Stephen welcomes Jeff Daniels, actress Mary Elizabeth Winstead, and Audra McDonald.
45 min
March 11, 2016
Episode 110
John Oliver, Jordan Spieth, New Order
Stephen welcomes John Oliver, World #1 Golfer Jordan Spieth, and a musical performance by New Order.
45 min
March 14, 2016
Episode 111
Steve Martin & Edie Brickell, Shirley MacLaine, Gustavo Dudamel
Stephen welcomes Steve Martin & Edie Brickell, Shirley MacLaine, and an interview with Los Angeles Philharmonic conductor Gustavo Dudamel and performance with orchestra.
45 min
March 15, 2016
Episode 112
Theo James, Jussie Smollett, Laurie Anderson
Stephen welcomes Theo James, Jussie Smollett, and a musical performance by Laurie Anderson.
45 min
March 16, 2016
Episode 113
William H. Macy, Melissa Rauch, Isaac Mizrahi
Stephen welcomes William H. Macy, Melissa Rauch, and Isaac Mizrahi.
45 min
March 17, 2016
Episode 114
Tom Hiddleston, Laura Benant, Frightened Rabbit
Stephen welcomes Tom Hiddleston, Laura Benanti from the CBS drama series "Supergirl" and a musical performance by Frightened Rabbit.
45 min
March 28, 2016
Episode 115
Adam Driver, Rachel Bloom, Savages
Stephen welcomes Adam Driver, Rachel Bloom, and a musical performance by Savages.
45 min
March 29, 2016
Episode 116
Eric Stonestreet, Jason Jones, Elizabeth Warren
An interview with Cartoon Donald Trump. Eric Stonestreet discusses 'Confirmation and Modern Family’. Jason Jones discusses 'The Detour’. Senator Elizabeth Warren discusses the presidential race.
45 min
March 30, 2016
Episode 117
Sarah Paulson, Tatiana Maslany, Wynton Marsalis, Lil Buck, Jared Grimes
Stephen welcomes Sarah Paulson, Tatiana Maslany, and interview with and musical performance by Wynton Marsalis, Lil Buck, and Jared Grimes.
45 min
March 31, 2016
Episode 118
Steve Buscemi, Benjamin Walker, Broadway Cast of 'American Psycho'
Stephen welcomes Steve Buscemi, actor Benjamin Walker, and a performance by the cast of Broadway's "American Psycho."
45 min
April 1, 2016
Episode 119
Matthew Perry, Nick Offerman, Explosions In The Sky, Parliament-Funkadelic
Stephen welcomes Matthew Perry from the CBS comedy series "The Odd Couple," Nick Offerman, a musical performance by Explosions In The Sky, and Parliament-Funkadelic sitting in with Jon Batiste and Stay Human.
45 min
April 4, 2016
Episode 120
Melissa McCarthy, Ben Falcone, Arianna Huffington, BABYMETAL
Stephen welcomes Melissa McCarthy & Ben Falcone, Arianna Huffington, and a musical performance by BABYMETAL.
45 min
April 5, 2016
Episode 121
Anna Kendrick, Sam Rockwell, David Duchovny, Autolux
Stephen welcomes Anna Kendrick & Sam Rockwell, David Duchovny, and a musical performance by Autolux.
45 min
April 6, 2016
Episode 122
Mindy Kaling, Tituss Burgess, Ken Burns
Stephen welcomes Mindy Kaling, Tituss Burgess, and filmmaker Ken Burns.
45 min
April 7, 2016
Episode 123
Hillary Clinton, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Katharine McPhee, Sturgill Simpson, Wayne Shorter
Stephen welcomes Hillary Clinton, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Katharine McPhee from the CBS drama series "Scorpion," a musical performance by Sturgill Simpson, and Wayne Shorter sitting in with Jon Batiste and Stay Human.
45 min
April 18, 2016
Episode 124
Rep. Paul Ryan, Kevin Spacey, Thomas Middleditch, The Flaming Lips, Arturo Sandoval
Stephen welcomes Kevin Spacey, actor Thomas Middleditch, a musical performance by The Flaming Lips, and Arturo Sandoval sitting in with Jon Batiste and Stay Human.
45 min
April 19, 2016
Episode 125
Dennis Quaid, Matt Walsh, Charles Bradley, Tootie & Jimmy Heath
Stephen welcomes Dennis Quaid, actor Matt Walsh, a musical performance by Charles Bradley, and Tootie & Jimmy Heath sitting in with Jon Batiste and Stay Human.
45 min
April 20, 2016
Episode 126
Tom Hanks, Leslie Odom Jr., The Strumbellas, Roy Haynes
Stephen welcomes Tom Hanks, Leslie Odom Jr., a musical performance by The Strumbellas, and Roy Haynes sitting in with Jon Batiste and Stay Human.
45 min
April 21, 2016
Episode 127
Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, Sam Morril
Stephen welcomes Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Nikolaj Coster-Waldau, and comedian Sam Morril.
45 min
April 22, 2016
Episode 128
Michelle Williams, Eddie Huang, Bob Mould
Stephen welcomes Michelle Williams, Viceland's Eddie Huang, and a musical performance by Bob Mould.
45 min
April 25, 2016
Episode 129
J.K. Simmons, Jane Krakowski, Chris Wallace
Stephen welcomes J.K. Simmons, Jane Krakowski, and Chris Wallace.
45 min
April 26, 2016
Episode 130
Susan Sarandon, David Tennant, Catfish and The Bottlemen
Stephen welcomes Susan Sarandon, actor David Tennant, and a musical performance by Catfish and The Bottlemen.
45 min
April 27, 2016
Episode 131
Julianna Margulies, Christine Baranski, Matt Czuchry, Hank Azaria, Phil Knight
Stephen welcomes the cast of the CBS drama series "The Good Wife": Julianna Margulies, Christine Baranski, and Matt Czuchry, also Hank Azaria, and Nike Co-Founder and Chairman Phil Knight.
45 min
April 28, 2016
Episode 132
Anderson Cooper, Mark Feuerstein, Gwen Stefani
Stephen welcomes Anderson Cooper, Mark Feuerstein and a musical performance by Gwen Stefani.
45 min
April 29, 2016
Episode 133
Bill O'Reilly, Morris Chestnut, Deerhunter
Stephen welcomes Bill O'Reilly, Morris Chestnut, and a musical performance by Deerhunter.
45 min
May 2, 2016
Episode 134
Dakota Johnson, Sebastian Stan, Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real
Stephen welcomes Dakota Johnson, Sebastian Stan, and a musical performance by Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real.
45 min
May 3, 2016
Episode 135
Anthony Mackie, Rob Reiner, Maxwell
Stephen welcomes Anthony Mackie, Rob Reiner, and a musical performance by Maxwell.
45 min
May 4, 2016
Episode 136
Judge Judy, Zac Posen, W. Kamau Bell
Stephen welcomes Judge Judy, Zac Posen and W. Kamau Bell.
45 min
May 5, 2016
Episode 137
Lily Tomlin, Kumail Nanjiani, Ryan Hamilton
Stephen welcomes Lily Tomlin, actor Kumail Nanjiani, and a performance by stand-up comedian Ryan Hamilton.
45 min
May 6, 2016
Episode 138
Kaley Cuoco, Dan Savage, The National
Stephen welcomes Kaley Cuoco from the CBS comedy series "The Big Bang Theory," author and podcast host Dan Savage, and a musical performance by The National.
45 min
May 9, 2016
Episode 139
Chloe Grace Moretz, Katie Couric, Charlamagne Tha God
45 min
May 10, 2016
Episode 140
Kate Beckinsale, B.J. Novak, Desiigner
45 min
May 11, 2016
Episode 141
Ryan Gosling, Russell Crowe, Jessie Mueller, Animal Collective
45 min
May 12, 2016
Episode 142
Matt Bomer, Zach Woods, Nick Griffin
45 min
May 13, 2016
Episode 143
Jason Sudeikis; Michael Weatherly from the CBS drama series "NCIS"; Megyn Kelly
45 min
May 16, 2016
Episode 144
Anthony Anderson; Eugene Levy & Catherine O'Hara; musical performance by Coldplay
45 min
May 16, 2016
Episode 145
Josh Gad; Gillian Jacobs; musical performance by Band of Horses
45 min
May 18, 2016
Episode 146
Rose Byrne; Bobby Flay; interview with and performance by Weird Al Yankovic
45 min
May 19, 2016
Episode 147
Seth Rogen; Krysten Ritter; musical performance by Wolf Parade
45 min
May 20, 2016
Episode 148
Emilia Clarke; Shiri Appleby; musical performance by Cynthia Erivo
45 min
May 23, 2016
Episode 149
Sean Hayes; Brooklyn Decker; Lewis Black
45 min
May 24, 2016
Episode 150
James McAvoy; Nick Swardson; Physicist Brian Greene
45 min
May 25, 2016
Episode 151
Lizzy Caplan; Neil Young; Mike Epps
45 min
May 26, 2016
Episode 152
Rashida Jones; musical performance by The Struts
45 min
May 27, 2016
Episode 153
James Corden, host of CBS's "The Late Late Show"; Scott Speedman; musical performance by Death Cab for Cutie
45 min
June 6, 2016
Episode 154
Jude Law; Norman Reedus; musical performance by Hundred Waters with Skrillex featuring Chance the Rapper
45 min
June 7, 2016
Episode 155
Laura Linney; John Leguizamo; musical performance by Gary Clark Jr.; Paula Robison sitting in with Jon Batiste and Stay Human.
45 min
June 8, 2016
Episode 156
Patrick Wilson; Gayle King; Gary Johnson & William Weld
45 min
June 9, 2016
Episode 157
David Duchovny; Aaron Tveit from the CBS drama series "BrainDead"; Juggler Alexander Koblikov
45 min
June 10, 2016
Episode 158
Bill O'Reilly; Anna Chlumsky; Aesop Rock
45 min
June 13, 2016
Episode 159
Daniel Radcliffe; George Lopez; musical performance by HINDS
45 min
June 14, 2016
Episode 160
Liam Hemsworth; Ana Gasteyer; stand-up comedy performance by Paul Mecurio
45 min
June 15, 2016
Episode 161
Demi Lovato & Nick Jonas; Amy Ryan; musical performance by Nick Jonas
45 min
June 16, 2016
Episode 162
Aaron Paul; Michael Ian Black; Silversun Pickups
45 min
June 17, 2016
Episode 163
Alexander Skarsgård, Natasha Leggero, Ziggy Marley
45 min
June 20, 2016
Episode 164
Aubrey Plaza; Hugh Dancy; Andrew Zimmern
45 min
June 21, 2016
Episode 165
Uzo Aduba; Neil DeGrasse Tyson; Adia Victoria
45 min
June 22, 2016
Episode 166
Bernie Sanders, Paul Dano, Rascal Flatts
45 min
June 23, 2016
Episode 167
Kevin Hart, Taylor Schilling, RuPaul Charles
45 min
June 24, 2016
Episode 168
Kevin Love; Jenny Slate; Dierks Bentley
45 min
June 27, 2016
Episode 169
Tom Brokaw; Sarah & Erin Foster; Bibi Bourelly
45 min
June 28, 2016
Episode 170
Samuel L. Jackson; Julie Klausner; ScHoolboy Q
45 min
June 29, 2016
Episode 171
Ellie Kemper; Patrick Fugit; We Are Scientists
45 min
June 30, 2016
Episode 172
Zachary Quinto; Natasha Lyonne; 2 Chainz
45 min
July 1, 2016
Episode 173
Bryan Cranston, Busy Philipps, Blink-182
45 min
July 4, 2016
Episode 174
Nicholas Hoult; John Turturro; Bret Baier; Young Greatness
45 min
July 5, 2016
Episode 175
Benjamin Bratt; Rob Corddry; The Shelters
45 min
July 13, 2016
Episode 176
Bill Maher; Michael K. Williams; Parquet Courts
45 min
July 14, 2016
Episode 177
Charlie Rose, Gayle King & Norah O'Donnell, DeRay Mckesson, Bonnie McFarlane
45 min
July 15, 2016
Episode 178
RNC, Zoe Saldana, Jennifer Saunders, Ron Suskind
45 min
July 18, 2016
Episode 179
RNC, Keegan-Michael Key, Kathryn Hahn, Jenny Lewis & NAF
45 min
July 19, 2016
Episode 180
RNC, Tony Goldwyn, Mark Cuban, Lewis Black, Cory Kahaney, Wyclef Jean
45 min
July 20, 2016
Episode 181
RNC, Sen. Elizabeth Warren, Billy Eichner, Cory Kahaney
45 min
July 21, 2016
Episode 182
Jennifer Saunders
45 min
July 22, 2016
Episode 183
DNC, Allison Janney, Anthony Weiner, Ryan Adams
45 min
July 25, 2016
Episode 184
DNC, Jeff Daniels, Bassem Youssef, Aurora
45 min
July 26, 2016
Episode 185
DNC, John Oliver, Jai Courtney, Charlamagne Tha God, DMC
45 min
July 27, 2016
Episode 186
DNC, Abbi Jacobson, Ilana Glazer, Doris Kearns Goodwin, Eric Andre
45 min
July 28, 2016
Episode 187
DNC Highlights
45 min
July 29, 2016
Episode 188
Viola Davis; Simon Helberg; Declan McKenna
45 min
August 1, 2016
Episode 189
Will Smith; Logan Lerman; Tony Bennett
45 min
August 2, 2016
Episode 190
John Cena; Scott Eastwood; Aaron Neville
45 min
August 3, 2016
Episode 191
Jamie Dornan, Javier Muñoz, Malcolm Gladwell, The O'Jays
45 min
August 4, 2016
Episode 192
Diane Kruger; Mark Normand; Ibtihaj Muhammad
45 min
August 5, 2016
Episode 193
Amy Schumer; Omari Hardwick; Michaela Watkins
45 min
August 22, 2016
Episode 194
Rami Malek, Tika Sumpter, Parker Sawyers, Diana Gordon
45 min
August 23, 2016
Episode 195
Anderson Cooper, Edgar Ramirez, Kip Moore
45 min
August 24, 2016
Episode 196
Senator Tim Kaine, Tony Hale, Car Seat Headrest
45 min
August 25, 2016
Episode 197
Rachel Weisz; Kevin Smith; Spike Feresten
45 min
August 26, 2016
Episode 198
Riz Ahmed; Pedro Pascal; Angel Olsen
45 min
August 29, 2016
Episode 199
John Krasinski; Adam Brody; St. Paul and The Broken Bones
45 min
August 30, 2016
Episode 200
Christian Slater, Congressman John Lewis, Chris Geere
45 min
August 31, 2016
Episode 201
Larry Wilmore; Chris Noth; Sampha
45 min
September 1, 2016
Episode 202
Actress Anna Gunn; journalist John Dickerson; inventor Simone Giertz.
Actress Anna Gunn; journalist John Dickerson; inventor Simone Giertz.
45 min
September 2, 2016
Episode 2
Whoopi Goldberg, Regina Hall, Captain Sully Sullenberger
Whoopi Goldberg discusses cannabis and ‘Strut’. Regina Hall discusses 'When the Bough Breaks’. Chesley Sullenberger discusses 'Sully’ and the "Miracle on the Hudson".
45 min
September 7, 2016
Episode 3
Jessica Alba, Bradley Whitford, George Takei
Jessica Alba discusses 'The Honest Company’. Bradley Whitford discusses 'Other People’. George Takei discusses the Star Trek franchise.
45 min
September 8, 2016
Episode 4
Tituss Burgess, Jeff Ross, Adam Richman
The Late Show Money I've Already Spent Justification Theater. Tituss Burgess discusses 'Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt’. Jeff Ross discusses 'Jeff Ross Roasts Cops’. Adam Richman discusses 'Secret Eats’.
45 min
September 9, 2016
Episode 5
Dr. Phil, Alan Cumming, Hamilton Leithauser + Rostam
Stephen Colbert's Midnight Confessions. Dr. Phil discusses his TV series. Alan Cumming discusses 'You Gotta Get Bigger Dreams’. Hamilton Leithauser + Rostam perform "A 1000 Times" from their album 'I Had a Dream That You Were Mine’.
45 min
September 12, 2016
Episode 6
Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Millie Bobby Brown, The Head and The Heart
Joseph Gordon-Levitt discusses 'Snowden’. Millie Bobby Brown discusses 'Stranger Things’. The Head and the Heart performs "All We Ever Knew" from their album 'Signs of Light’.
45 min
September 13, 2016
Episode 7
Trevor Noah, Allen Iverson, Chris Gethard
Wednesday Night Thursday Night Football Promo. Trevor Noah discusses his new book, "Born a Crime’. Allen Iverson discusses his induction into the Basketball Hall of Fame. Chris Gethard discusses 'The Chris Gethard Show’.
45 min
September 14, 2016
Episode 8
Tracee Ellis Ross, Andrew Rannells, Mac Miller & Anderson .Paak
Tracee Ellis Ross discusses 'Black-ish’. Late Show Polite Reminder. Andrew Rannells discusses his mid-western heritage. Mac Miller performs "Dang!" from his album 'The Divine Feminine’, featuring Anderson .Paak, with Jon Batiste and Stay Human providing musical accompaniment.
45 min
September 15, 2016
Episode 9
John Slattery, Oliver Stone, Jon Fisch
The Big Furry Hat. John Slattery discusses 'The Front Page’. Oliver Stone discusses 'Snowden’. Jon Fisch gives a stand-up performance.
45 min
September 16, 2016
Episode 10
Chris Pratt, Scott Bakula, Frederik the Great
Chris Pratt discusses 'The Magnificent Seven’ and his early life as a salesman. Scott Bakula discusses 'NCIS: New Orleans’ and his career, in addition to giving a musical performance with Jon Batiste and Stay Human. Frederik the Great, the World's Most Beautiful Horse, makes an appearance.
45 min
September 19, 2016
Episode 11
First Lady Michelle Obama, America Ferrera
The Late Show Blanket Fort with the First Lady. Michelle Obama discusses her life in the White House and the "Let Girls Learn" initiative. America Ferrera discusses 'Superstore’.
45 min
September 20, 2016
Episode 12
Ethan Hawke, Tim Meadows, Wilco, Nile Rodgers
Nile Rodgers sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Ethan Hawke discusses 'The Magnificent Seven’. Tim Meadows discusses 'Son of Zorn’. Wilco performs "Someone to Lose" from their album 'Schmilco’.
45 min
September 21, 2016
Episode 13
Anthony Anderson, Mark Consuelos, The Kills
Stephen visits Wrigley Field in support of the Chicago Cubs. Anthony Anderson discusses 'Black-ish’ and the Emmy Awards. Mark Consuelos discusses 'Pitch’ and his life in New York City. The Kills perform "Impossible Tracks" from their album 'Ash & Ice’.
45 min
September 22, 2016
Episode 14
Bruce Springsteen
Bruce Springsteen discusses his life stories, his autobiography ‘Born to Run’, and its companion album 'Chapter and Verse’. The Late Show celebrates Springsteen's 67th birthday.
45 min
September 23, 2016
Episode 15
Rob Lowe, Kal Penn, Emma Willmann
Special live episode after the first presidential debate. Rob Lowe discusses the presidential race. Kal Penn discusses the presidential race and his career in the White House. Emma Willmann gives a stand-up performance.
45 min
September 26, 2016
Episode 16
Sean Penn, Sutton Foster, Regina Spektor
Sean Penn discusses 'Bob Honey Who Just Do Stuff’ and sends his first tweet. Sutton Foster discusses 'Younger’. Regina Spektor performs "Bleeding Heart" from her album 'Remember Us to Life’.
45 min
September 27, 2016
Episode 17
Lupita Nyong'o, Donnie Wahlberg, John Prine
Jon Batiste's PSA: Hey, White People! Lupita Nyong'o discusses 'Queen of Katwe’ and her African heritage. Donnie Wahlberg discusses 'Blue Bloods’ and goes crowd surfing with Stephen. John Prine performs "I'm Tellin' You" from his album 'For Better, or Worse’, featuring Holly Williams.
45 min
September 28, 2016
Episode 18
Morgan Freeman, Judith Light, Jimmy Eat World
Morgan Freeman discusses 'Madam Secretary’. Judith Light discusses 'Transparent’. Jimmy Eat World performs "Sure and Certain" from their album 'Integrity Blues’.
45 min
September 29, 2016
Episode 19
Samantha Bee, Abby Elliott, Asa Butterfield
Stephen Colbert's Midnight Confessions. Samantha Bee discusses 'Full Frontal’ and the presidential race. Abby Elliott discusses 'Better Off Single’ and receives/destroys her wedding gift. Asa Butterfield discusses 'Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children’.
45 min
September 30, 2016
Episode 20
Mindy Kaling, Gary Owen, Sum 41
Mindy Kaling discusses 'The Mindy Project’ and takes a shopping stroll. Gary Owen discusses 'The Gary Owen Show’ and his life in the Navy. Sum 41 performs "Fake My Own Death" from their album '13 Voices’.
45 min
October 3, 2016
Episode 21
John Leguizamo, Cheri Oteri, Paul F. Tompkins, Melissa Etheridge
Special live episode after the vice presidential debate. Melissa Etheridge sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. John Leguizamo discusses the presidential race and his Latin American heritage. Cheri Oteri discusses 'Those Who Can't’ and the presidential race. Paul F. Tompkins discusses 'Bajillion Dollar Propertie$’.
45 min
October 4, 2016
Episode 22
Armie Hammer, Lindsay Vonn, Gustavo Dudamel with the Simon Bolivar Symphony Orchestra
Armie Hammer discusses 'The Birth of a Nation’. Lindsey Vonn discusses her new book, 'Strong Is the New Beautiful’. Gustavo Dudamel with the Simón Bolívar Symphony Orchestra give an orchestral performance.
45 min
October 5, 2016
Episode 23
Emily Blunt, Gael Garcia Bernal, Phantogram
Emily Blunt discusses 'The Girl on the Train’. Gael García Bernal discusses 'Desierto’. Phantogram performs "You Don't Get Me High Anymore" from their album 'Three’.
45 min
October 6, 2016
Episode 24
Diane Lane, Aja Naomi King, Alingon Mitra
The Big Furry Hat. Diane Lane discusses 'The Cherry Orchard’. Aja Naomi King discusses 'The Birth of a Nation’. Alingon Mitra gives a stand-up performance.
45 min
October 7, 2016
Episode 25
President Barack Obama, Bill O'Reilly, Randall Park, Bob Weir
A special segment with President Barack Obama. Billy O'Reilly discusses the presidential race and his new book, 'Killing the Rising Sun’. Randall Park discusses 'Fresh Off the Boat’. Bob Weir performs "Lay My Lily Down" from his album 'Blue Mountain’.
45 min
October 17, 2016
Episode 26
Nick Offerman, Wayne Gretzky, Morgan Spurlock and Joseph
Nick Offerman discusses his new book, 'Good Clean Fun'. Wayne Gretzky discusses his new book, '99: Stories of the Game' and his career. Morgan Spurlock discusses 'Rats NYC'.
45 min
October 18, 2016
Episode 27
Hugh Laurie, Paul Reiser, Nate Silver
Special live episode after the presidential debate. Hugh Laurie discusses 'Chance’ and the presidential race. Paul Reiser discusses the presidential race. Nate Silver discusses the presidential race.
45 min
October 19, 2016
Episode 28
Tiger Woods, Elijah Wood, Jorge Ramos
Tiger Woods discusses his career and the Tiger Woods Foundation. Elijah Wood discusses 'Dirk Gently's Holistic Detective Agency’. Jorge Ramos discusses 'Hate Rising’.
45 min
October 20, 2016
Episode 29
Matt LeBlanc, Joy Bryant, Eleanor Holmes Norton, Wyclef Jean
The Late Show Hall of Heroes. The Late Show Presents: Taking It to the Street. Matt LeBlanc discusses 'Man with a Plan’. Joy Bryant and Eleanor Holmes Norton discuss ‘Good Girls Revolt’. Wyclef Jean performs "If I Was President", with Jon Batiste and Stay Human providing musical accompaniment.
45 min
October 21, 2016
Episode 30
Tom Hanks, Adam Conover
Tom Hanks returns to Zoltar, and discusses 'Inferno’ and the upcoming World Series. Adam Conover discusses 'Adam Ruins Everything’.
45 min
October 24, 2016
Episode 31
Will Forte, Dermot Mulroney, Wyatt Cenac, Mitski
Mitski sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Will Forte discusses his new book, '101 Things to Definitely Not Do If You Want to Get a Chick’. Dermot Mulroney discusses 'Pure Genius’. Wyatt Cenac discusses 'People of Earth’.
45 min
October 25, 2016
Episode 32
Joel McHale, Abbi Jacobson, Jon Glaser
The Werd. Joel McHale discusses ‘The Great Indoors’. Abbi Jacobson discusses her new book, ‘Carry This Book’. Jon Glaser discusses ‘Jon Glaser Loves Gear’.
45 min
October 26, 2016
Episode 33
Mary-Louise Parker, Pusha T, The Record Company
World premiere of "Halloween Wiggle" featuring Run the Jewels. Stephen Colbert's Midnight Confessions. Mary-Louise Parker discusses 'Heisenberg’. Pusha T discusses his career and the presidential race. The Record Company performs "On the Move" from their album 'Give It Back to You’.
45 min
October 27, 2016
Episode 34
Drew Carey, Claire Foy, Matt Smith, Sebastian Maniscalco
Aimee Mann sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Drew Carey celebrates his tenth year as the host of ‘The Price Is Right’. Claire Foy and Matt Smith discuss ‘The Crown’. Sebastian Maniscalco gives a stand-up performance.
45 min
October 28, 2016
Episode 35
Ruth Wilson, JB Smoove, Ghost Brothers
Ruth Wilson discusses 'I Am the Pretty Thing That Lives in the House’. J. B. Smoove discusses 'Almost Christmas’. The Ghost Brothers discuss ghost hunting.
45 min
October 31, 2016
Episode 36
Mel Gibson, Luke Bracey, Tegan and Sara
Big Questions with Even Bigger Stars (with Mel Gibson). Mel Gibson and Luke Bracey discuss ‘Hacksaw Ridge’. Tegan and Sara perform "Stop Desire" from their album 'Love You to Death’.
45 min
November 1, 2016
Episode 37
Michael Strahan, Nick Kroll, Aaron Lewis
Piano One-O-Fun (How to Vote) with Jon Batiste. Michael Strahan discusses 'Religion of Sports’. Nick Kroll discusses 'Oh, Hello and Loving’. Aaron Lewis performs "That Ain't Country" from his album 'Sinner’.
45 min
November 2, 2016
Episode 38
Aaron Eckhart, Tig Notaro, Ron Suskind
Stephen Colbert's Tinfoil Hat. Aaron Eckhart discusses 'Bleed for This’. Tig Notaro discusses her Southern heritage. Ron Suskind discusses 'Life, Animated’.
45 min
November 3, 2016
Episode 39
Viggo Mortensen, Patton Oswalt, Maz Jobrani
Stephen Colbert's Charity PSA with Viggo Mortensen. Viggo Mortensen discusses 'Captain Fantastic’ and the presidential race. Patton Oswalt discusses the loss of his wife and the presidential race. Maz Jobrani gives a stand-up performance.
45 min
November 4, 2016
Episode 40
Don Cheadle, Stevie Wonder, Katherine Waterston
Special live episode during the final phase of the presidential race. "Get Out There and Vote" medley featuring Jon Stewart and Javier Muñoz. Don Cheadle discusses the presidential race. Stevie Wonder discusses the presidential race, in addition to performing "Love's in Need of Love Today" and "Don't You Worry 'bout a Thing". Katherine Waterston discusses 'Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them’, with an appearance by Sam Waterston.
45 min
November 7, 2016
Episode 41
Miles Teller, Neil deGrasse Tyson, Triumph the Insult Comic Dog
Special live episode during the week of the presidential race. Miles Teller discusses 'Bleed for This’ and the presidential race. Neil deGrasse Tyson discusses 'Welcome to the Universe’ and the presidential race. Triumph the Insult Comic Dog discusses 'Triumph's Election Special 2016’.
45 min
November 9, 2016
Episode 42
Sting, Thandie Newton
Sting discusses his career. Thandie Newton discusses 'Westworld’. Sting also performs "I Can't Stop Thinking About You" from his album '57th & 9th’.
45 min
November 10, 2016
Episode 43
Eddie Redmayne, Senator Bernie Sanders, Alton Brown, Chris Thile
Highlights of Stephen Colbert's Live Election Night Showtime special: Mark Halperin & John Heilemann discuss 'The Circus’ and the election results as they come in. "Trump Begins" animated sketch. Jeff Goldblum reflects on the election results. Elle King performs. Stephen seeks to find things all Americans have in common.
45 min
November 14, 2016
Episode 44
Anna Kendrick, Mahershala Ali, Chris Gethard
Anna Kendrick discusses 'Scrappy Little Nobody’ in addition to performing "I'm Still Here" with Stephen. Mahershala Ali discusses 'Moonlight’. Chris Gethard gives a stand-up performance.
45 min
November 15, 2016
Episode 45
Marion Cotillard, Dev Patel, Dwight Yoakam
Marion Cotillard discusses 'Allied’. Dev Patel discusses 'Lion’. Dwight Yoakam performs "Gone (That'll Be Me)" from his album 'Swimmin' Pools, Movie Stars…’.
45 min
November 16, 2016
Episode 46
Amy Adams, Simone Biles, Jeff Watson
Amy Adams discusses 'Nocturnal Animals’. The Late Show Eyebrow Theater with Amy Adams. Simone Biles discusses 'Courage to Soar’. Jeff Watson discusses bear-handling.
45 min
November 17, 2016
Episode 47
William H. Macy, Colin Quinn, Drive-By Truckers
The Late Show Family Meeting with William H. Macy. William H. Macy discusses 'Shameless’. Colin Quinn discusses 'The New York Story’. Drive-By Truckers perform "Surrender Under Protest" from their album 'American Band’.
45 min
November 18, 2016
Episode 48
Michael Weatherly, Carrie Fisher, The Pretenders
Michael Weatherly discusses 'Bull’. Carrie Fisher discusses her new book, 'The Princess Diarist’, Gary, her French bulldog, and ‘Carrie Fisher's Other Star Wars Revelations’. The Pretenders perform "Holy Commotion" from their album 'Alone’, featuring Dan Auerbach.
45 min
November 21, 2016
Episode 49
James Marsden, Jimmie Johnson, John Waters
Stephen Colbert's Thanksgiving Turkey Tips. James Marsden discusses 'Westworld’. Jimmie Johnson discusses his victorious NASCAR season. John Waters discusses his "A John Waters Christmas" tour.
45 min
November 22, 2016
Episode 50
Danny DeVito, Max Greenfield, OK Go
Post-election Thanksgiving Survival Tips. Stephen Colbert's Thanksgiving Turkey Tips, Part II. Danny DeVito discusses 'The Comedian’. Max Greenfield discusses 'New Girl’ and his new career as a soccer referee. OK Go performs "The One Moment" from their album 'Hungry Ghosts’.
45 min
November 23, 2016
Episode 51
Lauren Cohan, Tim Daly, Sleigh Bells
Stephen Colbert's Midnight Confessions. Tim Daly discusses 'Madam Secretary’ and the presidential race. Lauren Cohan discusses 'The Walking Dead’. Sleigh Bells performs "I Can Only Stare" from their album 'Jessica Rabbit’.
45 min
November 30, 2016
Episode 52
Lauren Graham, Justin Long
Good News Bananas! Lauren Graham discusses 'Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life’ and ‘Talking as Fast as I Can’. Justin Long discusses 'Frank & Lola’.
45 min
December 1, 2016
Episode 53
Matthew Broderick, Ali Wentworth, Fergie
The Big Furry Hat. Matthew Broderick discusses 'Rules Don't Apply’. Matthew Broderick's job offers. Ali Wentworth discusses 'Nightcap’. Fergie performs "Life Goes On" from her album 'Double Dutchess’.
45 min
December 2, 2016
Episode 54
Jason Bateman, Padma Lakshmi, Michael Lewis
Jason Bateman discusses 'Office Christmas Party’. Padma Lakshmi discusses her new books, ‘The Encyclopedia of Spices’ and ‘Herbs and Love, Loss, and What We Ate’. Michael Lewis discusses 'The Undoing Project’.
45 min
December 5, 2016
Episode 55
Vice President Joe Biden, DJ Khaled
The Late Show Family Meeting with Joe Biden. Joe Biden discusses the presidential race and the fight against cancer. DJ Khaled discusses his new book, 'The Keys’.
45 min
December 6, 2016
Episode 56
Sigourney Weaver, Andy Cohen, Pilobolus
Sigourney Weaver discusses the presidential race and ‘A Monster Calls’. Andy Cohen discusses 'Watch What Happens: Live and Superficial’. Pilobolus gives a modern dance performance.
45 min
December 7, 2016
Episode 57
Octavia Spencer, John Mulaney, Travis Scott
First Drafts. Octavia Spencer discusses 'Hidden Figures’. John Mulaney discusses 'Oh, Hello’ and his Catholic background. Travis Scott performs a medley ("Sweet Sweet" and "Goosebumps") from his album 'Birds in the Trap Sing McKnight’.
45 min
December 8, 2016
Episode 58
Olivia Munn, Martin Freeman, Tom Papa
Norm or Law? Olivia Munn discusses 'Office Christmas Party’. Martin Freeman discusses 'Sherlock’. Tom Papa gives a stand-up performance.
45 min
December 9, 2016
Episode 59
John Goodman, Denée Benton, Norah Jones
"Christmas is Now". John Goodman discusses 'Patriots Day’. Denée Benton discusses 'Natasha, Pierre & The Great Comet of 1812’. Norah Jones performs "Peace" from her album 'Day Breaks’.
45 min
December 12, 2016
Episode 60
Mark Wahlberg, Lee Daniels, Miranda Lambert
Stephen Colbert's Midnight Confessions. Mark Wahlberg discusses 'Patriots Day’. Lee Daniels discusses 'Star’. Miranda Lambert performs "Highway Vagabond" from her album 'The Weight of These Wings’.
45 min
December 13, 2016
Episode 61
Neil Patrick Harris, Megan Mullally
The Nixon/Trump Letters: Volume I. Neil Patrick Harris discusses 'A Series of Unfortunate Events’, in addition to performing a creepy version of "Jingle Bells" with Stephen. Megan Mullally discusses 'Why Him?’. Smooshed: Holiday Edition with Megan Mullally and Nick Offerman.
45 min
December 14, 2016
Episode 62
James Franco, Michael Stipe, Gad Elmaleh
"It's the End of the Year as We Know It (And I Feel Fine)". Not at the Movies with Gil Peaches and Will Peaches. James Franco discusses 'Why Him?’. Michael Stipe discusses his art. Gad Elmaleh gives a stand-up performance.
45 min
December 15, 2016
Episode 63
Liam Neeson, Shepard Smith, Jon Batiste
Stephen Colbert's Bah Humbug. Jon Batiste's Batman Christmas Medley. The Big Furry Hat. Liam Neeson discusses 'Silence’. Shepard Smith discusses 'Shepard Smith Reporting’. Jon Batiste and assorted musicians perform a medley of holiday songs.
45 min
December 16, 2016
Episode 64
The Best in Late Show Retrospectacular End-of-Year Wrapupabration 1!
Stephen Colbert introduces highlight clips from the past year, including a post-election monologue, Tom Hanks, Midnight Confessions and a performance by OK Go.
45 min
December 19, 2016
Episode 65
The Best in Late Show Retrospectacular End-of-Year Wrapupabration! 2
Stephen introduces more highlight clips from the past year, including an election week monologue, a Bruce Springsteen interview, David Duchovny sharing a blanket fort, and Too Much Exposition Theatre with Bryan Cranston.
45 min
December 20, 2016
Episode 66
The Best in Late Show Retrospectacular End-of-Year Wrapupabration! 3
Stephen's end-of-year highlights continue with a Thanksgiving week monologue and interviews with Robert De Niro, Amy Schumer, John Krasinski and Millie Bobby Brown.
45 min
December 21, 2016
Episode 67
The Best in Late Show Retrospectacular End-of-Year Wrapupabration! 4
Stephen continues his highlights from the past year with a post-Thanksgiving monologue, an interview and stargazing with Will Smith, Anna Kendrick singing, and the Furry Hat.
45 min
December 22, 2016
Episode 68
The Best in Late Show Retrospectacular End-of-Year Wrapupabration! 5
Stephen wraps up the year's highlights with an early December monologue, interviews with Chris Pratt and Jason Bateman, a performance by Stevie Wonder, and Triumph the Insult Comic Dog commenting on the presidential election
45 min
December 23, 2016
Episode 69
Oprah Winfrey, Pretty Yende
Oprah Winfrey discusses her interview with First Lady Michelle Obama and her new book, 'Food, Health, and Happiness’. Oprah Helps Stephen Make Anything Exciting! Oprah Winfrey and Stephen make "The Sexy Breakfast". Pretty Yende performs "Una voce poco fa" from ‘The Barber of Seville’.
45 min
January 3, 2017
Episode 70
Kate Beckinsale, Chris Messina, Jen Kirkman
Tips for Werewolf Hunting. The Adventures of Lil' Titey. Kate Beckinsale discusses 'Underworld: Blood Wars’ and teaches Stephen to speak Russian. Chris Messina discusses 'Live by Night’ and his early acting career. Jen Kirkman discusses 'Just Keep Livin'.
45 min
January 4, 2017
Episode 71
Adam Driver, Alexa Davalos, Whitney
Trump and Cover. Galino & Farnes: Pornography Lawyers. Adam Driver discusses 'Silence’ and the recent passing of Carrie Fisher, in addition to thumb wrestling with Stephen. Community Calendar: Mishawaka, Indiana. Alexa Davalos discusses 'The Man in the High Castle’. Whitney performs "Golden Days" from their album 'Light Upon the Lake’.
45 min
January 5, 2017
Episode 72
Charlie Rose, Hayden Panettiere, Jack Maxwell
Stephen Colbert's Midnight Confessions. Charlie Rose discusses 'CBS This Morning’, the presidential race and the incoming administration. Hayden Panettiere discusses 'Nashville’, her life and her career. Jack Maxwell discusses 'Booze Traveler’.
45 min
January 6, 2017
Episode 73
Billy Joel, Josh Holloway
Billy Joel discusses his career and ranks his top five songs. True Stories Behind the Hits with Billy Joel. Billy Joel performs "Miami 2017 (Seen the Lights Go Out on Broadway)". Josh Holloway discusses 'Colony’.
45 min
January 9, 2017
Episode 74
Andrew Garfield, Erin Andrews, Cage the Elephant
Andrew Garfield discusses 'Silence’. Erin Andrews discusses her sportscasting career. Cage the Elephant performs "Cold Cold Cold" from their album 'Tell Me I'm Pretty’.
45 min
January 10, 2017
Episode 75
Jude Law, Gabrielle Union, Thomas L. Friedman
Jude Law discusses 'The Young Pope’. Gabrielle Union discusses 'Being Mary Jane’. Thomas L. Friedman discusses 'Thank You for Being Late’ and the incoming administration.
45 min
January 11, 2017
Episode 76
Tom Selleck, Craig Robinson, A$AP Mob
Lesser Sponsor Roundup. Tom Selleck discusses 'Blue Bloods’ and his career. Craig Robinson discusses his band, The Nasty Delicious, and his music career. A$AP Mob performs "Crazy Brazy" from their album 'Cozy Tapes Vol. 1: Friends’.
45 min
January 12, 2017
Episode 77
Cuba Gooding Jr., Rupert Friend, Gary Gulman
The Big Furry Hat. Cuba Gooding Jr. discusses 'The People v. O. J. Simpson: American Crime Story’ and his acting career. Rupert Friend discusses 'Homeland’. Gary Gulman gives a stand-up performance.
45 min
January 13, 2017
Episode 78
Sarah Paulson, Corey Stoll, Nick Grant with Watch the Duck
The Werd "Repeal and Erase". Sarah Paulson discusses 'The People v. O. J. Simpson: American Crime Story’. Puff, Puff, Act with Sarah Paulson. Corey Stoll discusses 'Gold’. Nick Grant performs a medley featuring Watch the Duck.
45 min
January 16, 2017
Episode 79
Billy Eichner, Mel B., Gilbert Gottfried
Comic Billy Eichner; singer Mel B.; comic Gilbert Gottfried.
45 min
January 17, 2017
Episode 80
Idina Menzel, Rachel Bloom, Louie Anderson
Actress Idina Menzel; actress Rachel Bloom; comic Louie Anderson.
45 min
January 18, 2017
Episode 81
Johnny Galecki, Chris Matthews, Bash & Pop
Actor Johnny Galecki; TV host Chris Matthews; Bash & Pop performs.
45 min
January 19, 2017
Episode 82
Jim Gaffigan, Cristela Alonzo, The Avett Brothers
Actor Jim Gaffigan; actress Cristela Alonzo; The Avett Brothers perform.
45 min
January 20, 2017
Episode 83
Leslie Mann, Lewis Black, Dan Levy
Actress Leslie Mann; comic Lewis Black; comic Dan Levy.
45 min
January 30, 2017
Episode 84
Josh Groban, Rachael Ray, Japandroids
Singer Josh Groban; chef Rachael Ray; Japandroids perform.
45 min
January 31, 2017
Episode 85
Ricky Gervais, Christina Ricci, Jain
Comic Ricky Gervais; actress Christina Ricci; Jain performs.
45 min
February 1, 2017
Episode 86
Dr. Phil McGraw, Michael Bolton, Maren Morris
Dr. Phil; singer Michael Bolton; Maren Morris performs.
45 min
February 2, 2017
Episode 87
Priyanka Chopra, Thomas Sadoski, Pat Brown
Actress Priyanka Chopra; actor Thomas Sadoski; comic Pat Brown.
45 min
February 3, 2017
Episode 88
Paul Giamatti, Wendy Williams, Highly Suspect
Actor Paul Giamatti; TV show host Wendy Williams; Highly Suspect performs.
45 min
February 6, 2017
Episode 89
John Oliver, Isabelle Huppert, The Avett Brothers
TV show host John Oliver; actress Isabelle Huppert; The Avett Brothers perform.
45 min
February 7, 2017
Episode 90
Robert De Niro, Ezra Edelman, Flo Morrissey, Matthew E. White
Actor Robert De Niro; documentary producer Ezra Edelman; Flo Morrissey and Matthew E. White sit in with Jon Batiste and Stay Human.
45 min
February 8, 2017
Episode 91
David Oyelowo, Taran Killam, Rae Sremmurd
Actor David Oyelowo; actor Taran Killam; Rae Sremmurd performs.
45 min
February 9, 2017
Episode 92
Will Arnett, Pete Holmes, Paul Mecurio
Actor Will Arnett; comic Pete Holmes; comic Paul Mecurio.
45 min
February 10, 2017
Episode 93
Shailene Woodley, Laverne Cox, Rick and Marty Lagina
Actress Shailene Woodley; actress Laverne Cox; treasure hunters Rick and Marty Lagina.
45 min
February 13, 2017
Episode 94
Christine Baranski, Hans Zimmer
Actress Christine Baranski; Hans Zimmer performs.
45 min
February 14, 2017
Episode 95
Bob Odenkirk, Tatiana Maslany, George Saunders
Bob Odenkirk, Tatiana Maslany, and author George Saunders are guests on Stephen's couch.
45 min
February 15, 2017
Episode 96
Sally Field, Maggie Siff, Lady Antebellum
Actress Sally Field; actress Maggie Siff; Lady Antebellum performs.
45 min
February 16, 2017
Episode 97
Julie Andrews, Christina Hendricks, The Umbilical Brothers
Actress Julie Andrews; actress Christina Hendricks; The Umbilical Brothers perform.
45 min
February 17, 2017
Episode 98
Uma Thurman, Jason Jones, Alison Krauss
Actress Uma Thurman; actor Jason Jones; Alison Krauss performs.
45 min
February 20, 2017
Episode 99
Joe Scarborough, Kate Upton, Yvette Nicole Brown
Journalist Joe Scarborough; model Kate Upton; actress Yvette Nicole Brown.
45 min
February 21, 2017
Episode 100
Kelly Ripa, Billy Gardell, The Lemon Twigs
TV host Kelly Ripa; actor Billy Gardell; The Lemon Twigs perform.
45 min
February 22, 2017
Episode 101
Aubrey Plaza, Bradley Whitford, Lupe Fiasco
Actress Aubrey Plaza; actor Bradley Whitford; Lupe Fiasco performs.
45 min
February 23, 2017
Episode 102
Allison Williams, Cush Jumbo, Carmen Lynch
Actress Allison Williams; actress Cush Jumbo; comic Carmen Lynch.
45 min
February 24, 2017
Episode 103
Jon Stewart, Connie Britton, Zoey Deutch, Lori McKenna
Comic Jon Stewart; actress Connie Britton; actress Zoey Deutch; Lori McKenna performs.
45 min
February 27, 2017
Episode 104
Lisa Kudrow, Josh Earnest, Tony Rock
Actress Lisa Kudrow; former White House Press Secretary Josh Earnest; comic Tony Rock.
45 min
February 28, 2017
Episode 105
Patrick Stewart, Chris Colfer, Roy Wood Jr.
Actor Patrick Stewart; actor Chris Colfer; comic Roy Wood Jr.
45 min
March 1, 2017
Episode 106
Hugh Jackman, Condola Rashad, The Flaming Lips
Actor Hugh Jackman; actress Condola Rashad; The Flaming Lips perform.
45 min
March 2, 2017
Episode 107
Cate Blanchett, Paul Rust, Mo Amer
Actress Cate Blanchett; actor Paul Rust; comic Mo Amer.
45 min
March 3, 2017
Episode 108
Anderson Cooper, Judd Apatow, Jidenna
Journalist Anderson Cooper; producer Judd Apatow; Jidenna performs.
45 min
March 6, 2017
Episode 109
Kevin Kline, Jerrod Carmichael, Michael Hayden
Actor Kevin Kline; actor Jerrod Carmichael; retired Gen. Michael Hayden.
45 min
March 7, 2017
Episode 110
Mark Halperin, John Heilemann, Michael Ian Black, Jackson Galaxy
Political analysts Mark Halperin and John Heilemann; actor Michael Ian Black; cat behaviorist Jackson Galaxy.
45 min
March 8, 2017
Episode 111
Kristen Stewart, Maz Jobrani, Dawes
Actress Kristen Stewart; actor Maz Jobrani; Dawes performs.
45 min
March 9, 2017
Episode 112
Felicity Huffman, Jurnee Smollett-Bell, Anthony DeVito
Actress Felicity Huffman; actress Jurnee Smollett-Bell; comic Anthony DeVito.
45 min
March 10, 2017
Episode 113
Ewan McGregor, Finn Wittrock, The Shins
Actor Ewan McGregor; actor Finn Wittrock; The Shins perform.
45 min
March 13, 2017
Episode 114
Neil deGrasse Tyson, Todd Barry
Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson; comic Todd Barry.
45 min
March 14, 2017
Episode 115
Jessica Lange, Bassem Youssef, Judy Gold
Actress Jessica Lange; comic Bassem Youssef; comic Judy Gold.
45 min
March 15, 2017
Episode 116
Bryan Cranston, Audra McDonald, Greer Barnes
Actor Bryan Cranston; actress Audra McDonald; comic Greer Barnes.
45 min
March 20, 2017
Episode 117
Ryan Reynolds, Josh Lucas, Andy Daly, Green Day
Actor Ryan Reynolds; actor Josh Lucas; actor Andy Daly; Green Day performs.
45 min
March 21, 2017
Episode 118
Glenn Close, Michael McKean, H. Jon Benjamin
Actress Glenn Close; actor Michael McKean; actor H. Jon Benjamin.
45 min
March 22, 2017
Episode 119
Lily Tomlin, Jane Fonda, Jay Chandrasekhar, Aimee Mann
Actresses Lily Tomlin and Jane Fonda; director Jay Chandrasekhar; Aimee Mann performs.
45 min
March 27, 2017
Episode 120
Hank Azaria, Kate Walsh, Circus 1903
Actor Hank Azaria; actress Kate Walsh; performance from Circus 1903.
45 min
March 28, 2017
Episode 121
Emma Roberts, Ken Jeong, Luke Bryan, Dierks Bentley
Actress Emma Roberts; actor Ken Jeong; Luke Bryan and Dierks Bentley perform.
45 min
March 29, 2017
Episode 122
Marisa Tomei, Hugh Dancy, Broken Social Scene
Actress Marisa Tomei; actor Hugh Dancy; Broken Social Scene performs.
45 min
March 30, 2017
Episode 123
Susan Sarandon, Joey McIntyre, Robert Klein
Actress Susan Sarandon; singer Joey McIntyre; comic Robert Klein.
45 min
March 31, 2017
Episode 124
Jason Sudeikis, Jennifer Esposito, Joey Bada$$
Actor Jason Sudeikis; actress Jennifer Esposito; Joey Bada$$ performs.
45 min
April 3, 2017
Episode 125
Louis C.K., Ernie Johnson Jr., Father John Misty
Comic Louis C.K.; sportscaster Ernie Johnson Jr.; Father John Misty performs.
45 min
April 4, 2017
Episode 126
Sigourney Weaver, Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, Tommy Vietor, Steve Martin, Neal Schon
Actress Sigourney Weaver; podcast hosts Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett and Tommy Vietor; special appearance by Steve Martin; Neal Schon sits in with Jon Batiste and Stay Human.
45 min
April 5, 2017
Episode 127
Jessica Lange, Bassem Youssef, Judy Gold
Jessica Lange; Bassem Youssef; Judy Gold
45 min
April 6, 2017
Episode 128
Mandy Patinkin, Zosia Mamet, Jerrod Carmichael
Actor Mandy Patinkin; actress Zosia Mamet; actor Jerrod Carmichael.
45 min
April 7, 2017
Episode 129
Jennifer Hudson, Chris Hayes, Christian Borle
Actress Jennifer Hudson; journalist Chris Hayes; actor Christian Borle.
45 min
April 17, 2017
Episode 130
Alec Baldwin, Charlamagne Tha God, Moshe Kasher, Taj Mahal, Keb' Mo'
Actor Alec Baldwin; radio host Charlamagne Tha God; comic Moshe Kasher; Taj Mahal and Keb' Mo' sit in with Jon Batiste and Stay Human.
45 min
April 18, 2017
Episode 131
Rose Byrne, Lewis Black, P.J. Harvey
Actress Rose Byrne; actor Lewis Black; P.J. Harvey performs.
45 min
April 19, 2017
Episode 132
Elisabeth Moss, Anthony Atamanuik, Sheryl Crow
Actress Elisabeth Moss; comedian Anthony Atamanuik; Sheryl Crow performs.
45 min
April 20, 2017
Episode 133
Rosario Dawson, Renée Elise Goldsberry, Moshe Kasher
Actress Rosario Dawson; actress Renée Elise Goldsberry; comic Moshe Kasher.
45 min
April 21, 2017
Episode 134
Allison Janney, Sheryl Sandberg, Marty Stuart
Actress Allison Janney; Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg; Marty Stuart performs.
45 min
April 24, 2017
Episode 135
John Legend, Kelly Osbourne, Dr. John
Singer John Legend performs; TV personality Kelly Osbourne; Dr. John sits in with Jon Batiste and Stay Human.
45 min
April 25, 2017
Episode 136
America Ferrera, Thomas Middleditch, Dave and Virginia Grohl, Preservation Hall Band
Actress America Ferrera; actor Thomas Middleditch; author Virginia Grohl and musician Dave Grohl; Preservation Hall Band sits in with Jon Batiste and Stay Human.
45 min
April 26, 2017
Episode 137
LL Cool J, Phillipa Soo, Gorillaz
Actor LL Cool J; actress Phillipa Soo; Gorillaz performs.
45 min
April 27, 2017
Episode 138
Tom Hanks, Anna Baryshnikov
Actor Tom Hanks; actress Anna Baryshnikov.
45 min
April 28, 2017
Episode 139
Chris Pratt, Neil deGrasse Tyson, Ryan Adams
Actor Chris Pratt; astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson; Ryan Adams performs.
45 min
May 1, 2017
Episode 140
Amy Schumer, Gabourey Sidibe
Comic Amy Schumer; actress Gabourey Sidibe.
45 min
May 2, 2017
Episode 141
Jim Parsons, Jeff Garlin, Paul Scheer
Actor Jim Parsons; actor Jeff Garlin; actor Paul Scheer.
45 min
May 3, 2017
Episode 142
Charles Barkley, Debra Winger
Retired professional basketball player Charles Barkley; actress Debra Winger.
45 min
May 4, 2017
Episode 143
Richard Gere, Maria Bamford, Perfume Genius
Actor Richard Gere; comic Maria Bamford; Perfume Genius performs.
45 min
May 5, 2017
Episode 144
Rami Malek, Bill Nye, Roger Waters
Actor Rami Malek; scientist Bill Nye; Roger Waters performs.
45 min
May 8, 2017
Episode 145
Jon Stewart, Samantha Bee, John Oliver, Ed Helms, Rob Corddry
Comic Jon Stewart; TV host Samantha Bee; TV host John Oliver; actor Ed Helms; actor Rob Corddry.
45 min
May 9, 2017
Episode 146
Nick Offerman, Megan Mullally, Aaron Taylor Johnson, Dave Matthews, Tim Reynolds
Actors Nick Offerman and Megan Mullally; actor Aaron Taylor Johnson; Dave Matthews and Tim Reynolds perform.
45 min
May 10, 2017
Episode 147
Mayim Bialik, Andy Karl, Ramy Youssef
Actress Mayim Bialik; actor Andy Karl; comic Ramy Youssef.
45 min
May 11, 2017
Episode 148
Tracy Morgan, Timothy Simons, Dan Auerbach
Actor Tracy Morgan; actor Timothy Simons; Dan Auerbach performs.
45 min
May 12, 2017
Episode 149
Danny McBride, Jane Krakowski, Metallica
Actor Danny McBride; actress Jane Krakowski; Metallica performs.
45 min
May 15, 2017
Episode 150
Gina Rodriguez, Ben Falcone, Jesus and Mary Chain
Actress Gina Rodriguez; actor Ben Falcone; Jesus and Mary Chain performs.
45 min
May 16, 2017
Episode 151
Julie Chen, Matt Walsh, David Ortiz
Talk show host Julie Chen; actor Matt Walsh; former professional baseball player David Ortiz.
45 min
May 17, 2017
Episode 152
Ricky Gervais, Corey Hawkins, The xx
Actor Ricky Gervais; actor Corey Hawkins; The xx performs.
45 min
May 18, 2017
Episode 153
Jennifer Garner, Demetri Martin, Paula Poundstone
Actress Jennifer Garner; actor Demetri Martin; comic Paula Poundstone.
45 min
May 19, 2017
Episode 154
Rachel Maddow, Ben Platt
45 min
May 22, 2017
Episode 155
Kevin Spacey, Terry Crews, Rob Huebel
45 min
May 23, 2017
Episode 156
Robin Wright, Hannibal Buress, Paul Simon, Bill Frisell
45 min
May 24, 2017
Episode 157
Oscar Isaac, Laurie Metcalf, April Ryan
45 min
May 25, 2017
Episode 158
Gordon Ramsay, David Sedaris, Pixies
45 min
May 26, 2017
Episode 159
Kevin Hart, Ali Wentworth, The War on Drugs
45 min
June 5, 2017
Episode 160
Salma Hayek, Hasan Minhaj, Feist
45 min
June 6, 2017
Episode 161
Tilda Swinton, Andy Cohen, Jordan Klepper
45 min
June 7, 2017
Episode 162
John Mulaney, Richard Branson, Halsey
45 min
June 8, 2017
Episode 163
Jim Gaffigan, Anna Chlumsky, Louie Anderson
45 min
June 9, 2017
Episode 164
Uzo Aduba, T.J. Miller, Oliver Stone
45 min
June 12, 2017
Episode 165
Olivia Wilde, Eddie Izzard, Nick Cave
45 min
June 13, 2017
Episode 166
Trevor Noah, Ilana Glazer, Sam Richardson
45 min
June 14, 2017
Episode 167
Milo Ventimiglia, Judy Greer, Keith Alberstadt
45 min
June 15, 2017
Episode 168
Scarlett Johansson, Bill Burr, Fleet Foxes
45 min
June 16, 2017
Episode 169
Seth Rogen, Kumail Nanjiani, Paul Shaffer & The World's Most Dangerous Band
45 min
June 19, 2017
Episode 170
Ice Cube, Marc Maron, Jason Isbell and The 400 Unit
45 min
June 20, 2017
Episode 171
Jeffrey Tambor, John Benjamin Hickey, Lake Street Dive
45 min
June 21, 2017
Episode 172
Michael Keaton, Zoe Kazan, Tom Shillue
45 min
June 26, 2017
Episode 173
Eric Stonestreet, John McEnroe, Lillie Mae
45 min
June 27, 2017
Episode 174
Josh Duhamel, Justin Bartha, Brian Greene
45 min
June 28, 2017
Episode 175
Naomi Watts, Ari Graynor, Swet Shop Boys
45 min
June 29, 2017
Episode 176
Michael Keaton, John McEnroe
45 min
June 30, 2017
Episode 177
Woody Harrelson, Cobie Smulders, Emmylou Harris & Her Red Dirt Boys
45 min
July 10, 2017
Episode 178
Joe Scarborough, Mika Brzezinski, Andy Serkis
45 min
July 11, 2017
Episode 179
John Oliver, Mike Birbiglia, Michael Showalter
45 min
July 12, 2017
Episode 180
Ashton Kutcher, Rob Corddry, The New Pornographers
45 min
July 13, 2017
Episode 181
John Oliver, Woody Harrelson, and Emmylou Harris; Best Moments of the Week, with a Newly-Recorded Opening & Monologue
45 min
July 14, 2017
Episode 182
Al Gore, Issa Rae, Sufjan Stevens, Nico Muhly, Bryce Dessner, James McAlister, and Russia Week
45 min
July 17, 2017
Episode 183
Keegan-Michael Key, Cillian Murphy and Russia Week Continues
45 min
July 18, 2017
Episode 184
James McAvoy, Matteo Lane, Russia Week continues with Russian billionaire Mikhail Prokhorov interviewed
45 min
July 19, 2017
Episode 185
Jason Bateman, Muse and Russia Week
45 min
July 20, 2017
Episode 186
Kenneth Branagh, Cara Delevingne, and End of Russia Week
45 min
July 21, 2017
Episode 187
Paul Bettany; Laura Benanti; Tyler, The Creator
45 min
July 24, 2017
Episode 188
Charlie Rose, Jessica Williams, Max Brooks
45 min
July 25, 2017
Episode 189
Michael Moore, Sutton Foster, 6LACK
45 min
July 26, 2017
Episode 190
Samantha Bee, Gillian Jacobs, Spoon
45 min
July 27, 2017
Episode 191
Charlie Rose and Jessica Williams; Best Moments of the Week, with a Newly-Recorded Opening & Monologue
45 min
July 28, 2017
Episode 192
Matthew McConaughey, Vanessa Bayer
45 min
July 31, 2017
Episode 193
Sen. Al Franken, Adam Conover, Randy Newman
45 min
August 1, 2017
Episode 194
Dave Chappelle, James Van Der Beek, Joe Walsh
45 min
August 2, 2017
Episode 195
Anthony Mackie, Elizabeth Olsen, Arcade Fire
45 min
August 3, 2017
Episode 196
Senator Al Franken, Rock Legend Joe Walsh; Best Moments of the Week, with a Newly-Recorded Opening & Monologue
45 min
August 4, 2017
Episode 197
Laura Dern, Leah Remini, Trombone Shorty
45 min
August 7, 2017
Episode 198
Christoph Waltz, Chris O'Dowd, Sean Evans
Actor Christoph Waltz; actor Chris O'Dowd; YouTube personality Sean Evans.
45 min
August 8, 2017
Episode 199
Robert Pattinson, David Tennant, Niecy Nash
45 min
August 9, 2017
Episode 200
Millie Bobby Brown, Jim Jefferies, Zeshan B
45 min
August 10, 2017
Episode 201
Dave Chappelle, Chris O'Dowd; Best Moments of the Week, with a Newly-Recorded Opening & Monologue
45 min
August 11, 2017
Episode 202
Anthony Scaramucci, Bob Odenkirk, Liam Gallagher
45 min
August 14, 2017
Episode 203
Daniel Craig, Tiffany Haddish, Blackberry Smoke
45 min
August 15, 2017
Episode 204
Ellie Kemper, Andrew Dice Clay, Peter Serafinowicz
45 min
August 16, 2017
Episode 205
John Dickerson, Michael Rapaport, Grizzly Bear
45 min
August 17, 2017
Episode 206
Anthony Scaramucci, Tiffany Haddish; Best Moments of the Week, with a Newly-Recorded Opening & Monologue
45 min
August 18, 2017
Episode 2
Liev Schreiber, Joe Buck, Sonequa Martin-Green, Sheila E.
Sheila E. sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Liev Schreiber discusses ‘Ray Donovan’. Joe Buck discusses his career in broadcasting and his new book, ‘Lucky #######’. Sonequa Martin-Green discusses ‘Star Trek: Discovery’.
45 min
September 6, 2017
Episode 3
Senator Bernie Sanders, Caitriona Balfe, The National
Senator Bernie Sanders discusses recent politics and his new book, ‘Guide to Political Revolution. Caitriona Balfe discusses ‘Outlander’. The National performs "Day I Die" from their album ‘Sleep Well Beast’.
45 min
September 7, 2017
Episode 4
Jessica Biel, Sonequa Martin-Green
Stephen acknowledges the impact of Hurricane Irma in Florida. Stephen Colbert's Midnight Confessions. Jessica Biel discusses ‘The Sinner’. Sonequa Martin-Green discusses ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ (new footage from September 6 episode). Late Show Presents: best moments of the week, including segments with Senator Bernie Sanders, Maggie Gyllenhaal, Graham Norton and Liev Schreiber.
45 min
September 8, 2017
Episode 5
Second Anniversary Special
Backstage at the 69th Emmy Awards, Stephen presents a selection of his favorite moments from the last two years.
45 min
September 15, 2017
Episode 6
Hillary Clinton, Emma Stone
Hillary Clinton discusses recent politics and her new book, ‘What Happened’. Emma Stone discusses ‘Battle of the Sexes’. Late Show Soft Porn.
45 min
September 19, 2017
Episode 7
Jeff Bridges, Jeff Flake, Miguel
Stephen acknowledges the impact of Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico and earthquakes in Mexico. Jeff Bridges discusses ‘Kingsman: The Golden Circle’ and shows Stephen how to relax with clay. Senator Jeff Flake discusses the Graham-Cassidy bill and his new book, ‘Conscience of a Conservative’. Miguel performs "Sky Walker" from his album ‘War & Leisure’.
45 min
September 20, 2017
Episode 8
Jim Parsons, Pamela Adlon, The Killers
Now That's What I Call Collusion! Jim Parsons discusses ‘Young Sheldon’. Pamela Adlon discusses ‘Better Things’. The Killers perform "The Man" from their album ‘Wonderful Wonderful’.
45 min
September 21, 2017
Episode 9
Bobby Moynihan, Tatiana Maslany
After Lawrence O'Donnell's leaked meltdown tape, Stephen releases his own. Stephen Colbert's Midnight Confessions, including a confession by Hillary Clinton (new footage from September 19 episode). Bobby Moynihan discusses his tenure in ‘Saturday Night Live’ and ‘Me, Myself & I’. Tatiana Maslany discusses ‘Stronger’ and sings "Heaven On Their Minds" from ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ with Stephen. Late Show Presents: best moments of the week, including segments with Clinton, Emma Stone, Jeff Bridges and Pamela Adlon.
45 min
September 22, 2017
Episode 10
Sterling K. Brown, Chance The Rapper
Sterling K. Brown discusses ‘This Is Us’ and ‘Marshall’. Chance the Rapper discusses his work with Chicago Public Schools and his beliefs, and performs a new unreleased song with Daniel Caesar.
45 min
September 25, 2017
Episode 11
Sofia Vergara, David Boreanaz, Ken Burns
Sofía Vergara discusses EBY, her new line of underwear. David Boreanaz discusses ‘SEAL Team’. Ken Burns discusses ‘The Vietnam War’.
45 min
September 26, 2017
Episode 12
Nick Kroll, Michael Bloomberg, Tim Heidecker, Eric Wareheim
Late Show Family Meeting with Nick Kroll. Kroll discusses ‘Big Mouth. Kroll and Stephen launch the hashtag "#PuberMe" in an effort to raise money for Puerto Rico relief. Michael Bloomberg discusses recent politics and his new book, ‘Climate of Hope’. Tim Heidecker and Eric Wareheim discuss ‘Bedtime Stories’.
45 min
September 27, 2017
Episode 13
Steve Martin, Mark Feuerstein, Steep Canyon Rangers
Stephen becomes Steven Seagal. Hashtag #PuberMe: celebrities tweet awkward puberty photos of themselves in an effort to raise money for Puerto Rico relief. Steve Martin discusses ‘The Long-Awaited Album’, his new album with The Steep Canyon Rangers. Mark Feuerstein discusses ‘9JKL’. Martin & The Steep Canyon Rangers perform "Caroline".
45 min
September 28, 2017
Episode 14
Jerry Seinfield
Hashtag #PuberMe: celebrities tweet awkward puberty photos of themselves in an effort to raise money for Puerto Rico relief. Jerry Seinfeld discusses ‘Jerry Before Seinfeld’, his new comedy special. Stephen Colbert's Midnight Confessions. Late Show Presents: best moments of the week, including segments with Sofía Vergara, Nick Kroll and Chance the Rapper.
45 min
September 29, 2017
Episode 15
Pierce Brosnan, Jason Alexander, Ta-Nehisi Coates
Stephen acknowledges the mass shooting in Las Vegas. Hashtag #PuberMe: celebrities tweet awkward puberty photos of themselves in an effort to raise money for Puerto Rico relief. Pierce Brosnan discusses ‘The Foreigner’. Jason Alexander discusses ‘Hit the Road’. Ta-Nehisi Coates discusses the protests happening in the NFL and his new book, ‘We Were Eight Years in Power’.
45 min
October 2, 2017
Episode 16
Michael Weatherly, Natasha Leggero, Paul Weller
Hashtag #PuberMe: celebrities tweet awkward puberty photos of themselves in an effort to raise money for Puerto Rico relief (special appearance by Neil deGrasse Tyson). Michael Weatherly discusses ‘Bull’. Natasha Leggero discusses ‘Dice’. Weatherly and Leggero also show their own awkward puberty photos. Paul Weller performs "Woo Sé Mama" from his album ‘A Kind Revolution’.
45 min
October 3, 2017
Episode 17
Kerry Washington, Russell Brand, St. Vincent
Hashtag #PuberMe: celebrities tweet awkward puberty photos of themselves in an effort to raise money for Puerto Rico relief. Kerry Washington discusses ‘Scandal. Russell Brand discusses his new book, ‘Recovery: Freedom from Our Addictions’. St. Vincent performs "New York" from her album ‘Masseduction’.
45 min
October 4, 2017
Episode 18
Morgan Freeman, Grace Gummer, Nathan Macintosh
Hashtag #PuberMe: celebrities tweet awkward puberty photos of themselves in an effort to raise money for Puerto Rico relief (special appearance by Lin-Manuel Miranda); Stephen and Nick Kroll announce a $1 million donation. Morgan Freeman discusses ‘Madam Secretary’ and ‘The Story of Us’. Grace Gummer discusses ‘Mr. Robot’.
45 min
October 5, 2017
Episode 19
Kathy Bates
Donald Trump's pick-up lines in the '90s. Supreme Genetics. Kathy Bates discusses ‘Disjointed’. Nathan MacIntosh gives a stand-up performance. Late Show Presents: best moments of the week, including segments with Morgan Freeman, Kerry Washington, Russell Brand, Neil deGrasse Tyson and Lin-Manuel Miranda.
45 min
October 6, 2017
Episode 20
Jackie Chan, Tig Notaro, Bob Schieffer, Trombone Shorty
Stephen Colbert's interview of Mike Huckabee's interview of President Trump. Jon Stewart makes a cameo appearance, attempting to give President Trump "equal time". Trombone Shorty sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Jackie Chan discusses ‘The Foreigner’ and confirms the development of ‘Rush Hour 4’. Bob Schieffer discusses his new book, ‘Overload’. Piano-1-O-Fun with Jon Batiste: New Orleans.
45 min
October 9, 2017
Episode 21
Tracee Ellis Ross, Luke Evans, Jade Bird
Stephen Colbert's Cyborgasm. Tracee Ellis Ross discusses ‘Black-ish’. Luke Evans discusses ‘Professor Marston and the Wonder Women’. Jade Bird performs "Cathedral" from her album ‘Something American’.
45 min
October 10, 2017
Episode 22
Andrew Garfield, Tracy Ullman, Wolf Parade
Andrew Garfield discusses ‘Breathe’. Tracey Ullman discusses ‘Tracey Ullman's Show’. Wolf Parade performs "Valley Boy" from their album ‘Cry Cry Cry’.
45 min
October 11, 2017
Episode 23
Bill Murray, Claire Foy, Jan Vogler
Stephen Colbert's interview of Sean Hannity's interview of President Trump. Bill Murray discusses ‘New Worlds’, his new album with Jan Vogler. Claire Foy discusses ‘The Crown’ and ‘Breathe’. Bill Murray, Jan Vogler & Friends perform a medley of songs from ‘West Side Story’, included in the album.
45 min
October 12, 2017
Episode 24
Conan O'Brien, Tig Notaro
President Trump and Rex Tillerson enter the Thunderdome. Potential border walls. Conan O'Brien discusses his career in late night, Conan on the road, and his special week of shows in New York. Tig Notaro discusses ‘One Mississippi’.
45 min
October 13, 2017
Episode 25
Anna Faris, Amy Sedaris, Tyminski
Stephen Colbert's interview of Maria Bartiromo's interview of President Trump. The O'Reilly Factors. Anna Faris discusses her new book, ‘Unqualified’. Amy Sedaris discusses ‘At Home with Amy Sedaris’. Tyminski performs "Southern Gothic" from his album of the same name.
45 min
October 23, 2017
Episode 26
Jake Tapper, Shemar Moore, Khalid
Cork a Sock in It. Jake Tapper discusses recent politics. Shemar Moore discusses ‘S.W.A.T.’. Khalid performs "Young Dumb & Broke" from his album ‘American Teen’.
45 min
October 24, 2017
Episode 27
Hugh Laurie, Gretchen Carlson, Adam Savage, Michael Stevens
Skeletons in the Cabinet. Hugh Laurie discusses ‘Chance’. Gretchen Carlson discusses her new book, ‘Be Fierce’. Adam Savage & Michael Stevens perform a song from their new show, ‘Brain Candy Live!’.
45 min
October 25, 2017
Episode 28
Julianne Moore, Jermaine Fowler, Fleet Foxes
Stephen Colbert's interview of Lou Dobbs's interview of President Trump. Stephen Colbert's Midnight Confessions. Julianne Moore discusses ‘Suburbicon’. Jermaine Fowler discusses ‘Superior Donuts’. Fleet Foxes performs "Fool's Errand" from their album ‘Crack-Up’.
45 min
October 26, 2017
Episode 29
Dr. Phil McGraw, Scott Kelly
Russian Roundup. Stephen's own lifestyle brand, Covetton House, gets its own magazine. Dr. Phil McGraw discusses sex addictions (inspired by the Harvey Weinstein case) and fighting a bully. The Late Show Halloween Wiggle, featuring Run the Jewels. Captain Scott Kelly discusses his year-long mission for the NASA and his new book, ‘Endurance’.
45 min
October 27, 2017
Episode 30
Billy Eichner, Anna Camp, Weezer
Rescue Dog Rescue with Billy Eichner. Billy Eichner discusses ‘American Horror Story: Cult’ and plays "Hocus Pocus, Trump's White House or Both?" with Stephen. Anna Camp discusses ‘Good Girls Revolt’ and ‘Time and the Conways’. Weezer performs "Happy Hour" from their album ‘Pacific Daydream’.
45 min
October 30, 2017
Episode 31
Mark Ruffalo, Chris Matthews, Gilbert Gottfried, Thundercat
Stephen acknowledges the terrorist attack in Lower Manhattan. Thundercat sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Mark Ruffalo discusses ‘Thor: Ragnarok’. Chris Matthews discusses recent politics and his new book, ‘Bobby Kennedy: A Raging Spirit’. Gilbert Gottfried discusses ‘Gilbert’.
45 min
October 31, 2017
Episode 32
Nicole Kidman, Jonathan Groff, Walter Isaacson
Rugs: A Public Service Announcement. Big Questions with Even Bigger Stars (with Nicole Kidman). Nicole Kidman discusses ‘Big Little Lies’ and ‘The Killing of a Sacred Deer’. Jonathan Groff discusses ‘Hamilton’ and ‘Mindhunter’. Jonathan Groff and Stephen present ‘Mindhunter: The Musical’. Whitaker Media Rights Holding Company LLC World.
45 min
November 1, 2017
Episode 33
hoopi Goldberg, Kathryn Hahn, Courtney Barnett & Kurt Vile
Spain't Misbehaving. Whoopi Goldberg discusses her love for holidays, recent politics and sexual abuse scandals, and her new line of sweaters. Kathryn Hahn discusses ‘A Bad Moms Christmas’. Courtney Barnett & Kurt Vile perform "Over Everything" from their album ‘Lotta Sea Lice’.
45 min
November 2, 2017
Episode 34
Ronan Farrow, Walter Isaacson, Kelsea Ballerini
John Kelly's Asia Trip Itinerary. The "Colbert Emoji" is finally online. Ronan Farrow discusses his investigative report into the Harvey Weinstein sexual abuse allegations. Marvel's next breakout superhero: "Street Vendor" (starring Zach Cherry). Walter Isaacson discusses his new book, ‘Leonardo Da Vinci’. Kelsea Ballerini performs "I Hate Love Songs" from her album ‘Unapologetically’.
45 min
November 3, 2017
Episode 35
Josh Gad, Lawrence O'Donnell, Derek DelGaudio
Stephen acknowledges the shooting in Sutherland Springs. Josh Gad discusses ‘Murder on the Orient Express’. Lawrence O'Donnell discusses his new book, ‘Playing with Fire’. Derek DelGaudio discusses ‘In & Of Itself’.
45 min
November 6, 2017
Episode 36
Jason Segel, Jeff Fager, Lesley Stahl, Mavis Staples
World premiere of the trailer for ‘The Post’. Jason Segel discusses his new book, ‘Otherworld’. Jeff Fager & Lesley Stahl discuss ‘60 Minutes’'s 50th anniversary and the new book accompanying it, ‘Fifty Years of 60 Minutes’. Mavis Staples performs "Build a Bridge" from her album ‘If All I Was Was Black’, with Jeff Tweedy, Jon Batiste and Louis Cato providing musical accompaniment.
45 min
November 7, 2017
Episode 37
Norman Reedus, Sean Astin, Pat McGann
Sean Astin is Paul Manafort in ‘House Arrest’. Jon Stewart reveals Stephen's prize in ‘Night of Too Many Stars’. Norman Reedus discusses ‘Ride’. Sean Astin discusses ‘Stranger Things’. Pat McGann gives a stand-up performance.
45 min
November 8, 2017
Episode 38
William H. Macy, Jay Pharoah, Rationale
Stephen Colbert's Cyborgasm: Sex Robot Edition. William H. Macy discusses ‘Shameless’. Jay Pharaoh discusses ‘White Famous’. Rationale performs "Fuel to the Fire" from his eponymous album.
45 min
November 9, 2017
Episode 39
John Mulaney, Jason Segel
The Trump Postcards: Asia Edition. There Are Too Many "Bad" Movies (with appearances from Keegan-Michael Key, Ellie Kemper, Jessica Williams, Andy Serkis, Chris O'Dowd and Bob Odenkirk). John Mulaney discusses ‘Kid Gorgeous’. The Late Show Presents: Maybe Coming Soon, with Jason Segel (new footage from November 7 episode). Late Show Presents: best moments of the week, including segments with Lawrence O'Donnell, Jay Pharaoh, Sean Astin and Jon Stewart.
45 min
November 10, 2017
Episode 40
oe Biden, Elton John
Joe Biden discusses recent politics, including the events that occurred on Charlottesville, Virginia, and finding a way through grief; he also discusses his new book, ‘Promise Me, Dad’. Elton John discusses his musical career and ‘Diamonds’, his new music box set; he also performs "Crocodile Rock" and "I'm Still Standing".
45 min
November 13, 2017
Episode 41
Tyler Perry, Anthony Atamanuik, John Avlon
Tyler Perry discusses his new book, ‘Higher Is Waiting’, and ‘Backseat’. Anthony Atamaniuk discusses ‘I Came Up with Christmas: A President Show Christmas’, the Christmas special for ‘The President Show’. John Avlon discusses his new book, ‘Washington's Farewell’.
45 min
November 14, 2017
Episode 42
Jordan Peele, Alia Shawkat, Paul Mecurio
Stephen takes issue with the latest "Sexiest Man Alive" issue. Stephen Colbert's Bench Warmers. Jordan Peele discusses ‘Get Out’. Alia Shawkat discusses ‘Arrested Development’ and ‘Search Party’. Paul Mecurio gives a stand-up performance.
45 min
November 15, 2017
Episode 43
Ben Affleck, Greta Gerwig, Dead & Company
Ben Affleck discusses ‘Justice League’, the upcoming 20th anniversary of ‘Good Will Hunting’ and recent sexual harassment accusations in Hollywood. Greta Gerwig discusses ‘Lady Bird’. Dead & Company perform "Jack Straw".
45 min
November 16, 2017
Episode 44
Norah O'Donnell, Dead & Company
Go Fund Yourself. Norah O'Donnell discusses ‘CBS This Morning’. Late Show Presents: best moments of the week, including segments with Alia Shawkat, Joe Biden and Jordan Peele. Dead & Company perform "Uncle John's Band".
45 min
November 17, 2017
Episode 45
Senator Elizabeth Warren, Desus & Mero, Vic Mensa
Senator Elizabeth Warren discusses recent politics and recent sexual harassment accusations in the country. Desus & Mero discuss their late-night show on Viceland. Vic Mensa performs "We Could Be Free" from his album ‘The Autobiography’
45 min
November 20, 2017
Episode 46
Gayle King, Daveed Diggs, Gregory Porter
Gayle King discusses the recent allegations of sexual misconduct against Charlie Rose and shares some of "Oprah's Favorite Things". Daveed Diggs discusses ‘Wonder’. Gregory Porter performs a medley of "Mona Lisa" and "L-O-V-E" from his album ‘Nat King Cole & Me’.
45 min
November 21, 2017
Episode 47
John Leguizamo, Elton John
Happy Thanksgiving (featuring Tony Robbins). The Big Furry Hat. John Leguizamo discusses ‘Latin History for Morons’. The Late Show Presents: Thanksgiving Turkey Tips with Our Friends at Butterball. The Late Show Presents: Thanksgiving Tips. Elton John performs "Bennie and the Jets".
45 min
December 22, 2017
Episode 48
Justin Timberlake, Carmen Yulín Cruz
Big Questions with Even Bigger Stars (with Justin Timberlake). Justin Timberlake discusses his upcoming gig at the Super Bowl LII halftime show and ‘Wonder Wheel’. Carmen Yulín Cruz, Mayor of San Juan, discusses the current situation in Puerto Rico after Hurricane Maria.
45 min
November 29, 2017
Episode 49
Kate Winslet, Laura Benanti, Wolf Alice
Michael Batiste, Jon's father, sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. A cameo appearance by Laura Benanti as Melania Trump. Kate Winslet discusses her career, ‘Wonder Wheel’ and the upcoming 20th anniversary of ‘Titanic’. Wolf Alice performs "Sadboy" from their album ‘Visions of a Life’.
45 min
November 30, 2017
Episode 50
Carol Burnett, Lewis Black
Michael Batiste, Jon's father, sits in with the band and provides musical accompaniment. Stephen Colbert's Midnight Confessions. Carol Burnett discusses the upcoming 50th anniversary of ‘The Carol Burnett Show’ and her new book, ‘In Such Good Company’. Lewis Black discusses recent politics and sexual harassment accusations, and his new comedy tour, ‘Joke's on US’.
45 min
December 1, 2017
Episode 51
Billy Bush, Gwendoline Christie
Holiday Collusion Season. Galino & Farnes: The Attorney Guys. Billy Bush confirms the authenticity of the ‘Access Hollywood’ bus tape and discusses what happened with his career because of it. Gwendoline Christie discusses ‘Star Wars: The Last Jedi’. A The Late Show Holiday Classic (cameo appearance by Liam Neeson).
45 min
December 4, 2017
Episode 52
Saoirse Ronan, Van Jones, Michelle Wolf
Hallmark Cards: The Roy Moore Collection. Saoirse Ronan discusses ‘Lady Bird’. Van Jones discusses recent politics and his new book, ‘Beyond the Messy Truth’. Michelle Wolf discusses her stand-up special, ‘Nice Lady’.
45 min
December 5, 2017
Episode 53
Ed Helms, Christopher Jackson, Bleachers
Stephen presents new items from his own lifestyle brand, ‘Covetton House’. Ed Helms discusses ‘The Fake News with Ted Nelms’ and ‘Father Figures’. Christopher Jackson discusses ‘Bull’. Christopher Jackson and Stephen present ‘Bull: The Musical’. Bleachers performs "I Miss Those Days" from their album ‘Gone Now’.
45 min
December 6, 2017
Episode 54
Sarah Paulson/John Hodgman
Actress Sarah Paulson (The Post (2017)); humorist John Hodgman.
45 min
December 7, 2017
Episode 55
Mark Hamill/Bobby Flay
Actor Mark Hamill (Star Wars: The Last Jedi (2017)); chef Bobby Flay;
45 min
December 8, 2017
Episode 56
Matt Damon/Rahm Emanuel/Juanes
Actor Matt Damon ("Downsizing"); Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel; Juanes perform.
45 min
December 11, 2017
Episode 57
Tom Hanks/Katy Tur/Mac DeMarco
Actor Tom Hanks ("The Post"); journalist Katy Tur; Mac DeMarco sits in with Jon Batiste and Stay Human.
45 min
December 12, 2017
Episode 58
Nick Jonas/Dennis Rodman/Jeezy/Tory Lanez
Actor Nick Jonas (Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle (2017)); retired basketball player Dennis Rodman; Jeezy performs with Tory Lanez.
45 min
December 13, 2017
Episode 59
Adam Driver/John Early/Jon Batiste
Actor Adam Driver (Star Wars: The Last Jedi (2017)); actor John Early (The Disaster Artist (2017)); Jonathan Batiste performs.
45 min
December 14, 2017
Episode 60
Jodie Foster/Tom Hanks
Actress Jodie Foster (Becoming Iconic (2018)); actor Tom Hanks (The Post (2017));
45 min
December 15, 2017
Episode 61
Anderson Cooper/Maz Jobrani/Margo Price
Journalist Anderson Cooper (Anderson Cooper 360° (2003)); actor Maz Jobrani (Superior Donuts (2017)); Margo Price performs.
45 min
January 2, 2018
Episode 62
America Ferrera/David Harbour/Julien Baker
Actress America Ferrera (Superstore (2015)); actor David Harbour (Stranger Things (2016)); Julien Baker performs.
45 min
January 3, 2018
Episode 63
50 Cent/Rachel Brosnahan/Gary Vider
Actor 50 Cent (Power (2014)); actress Rachel Brosnahan (The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (2017)); comedian Gary Vider performs.
45 min
January 4, 2018
Episode 64
Neil deGrasse Tyson
Astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson.
45 min
January 5, 2018
Episode 65
Liam Neeson/Michael Wolff/Andra Day/Common
Actor Liam Neeson (The Commuter (2018)); author Michael Wolff (book, "Fire and Fury"); Andra Day and Common perform.
45 min
January 8, 2018
Episode 66
James Franco/Lena Waithe/Anderson East
Actor James Franco (The Disaster Artist (2017)); actress Lena Waithe (The Chi (2018)); Anderson East performs.
45 min
January 9, 2018
Episode 67
Sarah Jessica Parker/Pete Holmes/Jack Black
Actress Sarah Jessica Parker (Divorce (2016)); comic Pete Holmes (Crashing (2017)); Jack Black performs.
45 min
January 10, 2018
Episode 68
Molly Shannon, Thomas Lennon, Owen Smith
Actress Molly Shannon; actor Thomas Lennon; stand-up comedy performance by Owen Smith
45 min
January 11, 2018
Episode 69
Laurie Metcalf
Actress Laurie Metcalf (Lady Bird (2017) and Roseanne (1988)).
45 min
January 12, 2018
Episode 70
John Lithgow, Chuck Schumer, Black Eyed Peas
Actor John Lithgow (The Crown (2016)); Sen. Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.); The Black Eyed Peas perform.
45 min
January 15, 2018
Episode 71
Jon Bon Jovi, Daniel Kaluuya, Ben Sinclair
Musician Jon Bon Jovi; actor Daniel Kaluuya (Black Panther (2018)); actor Ben Sinclair (High Maintenance (2016));
45 min
January 16, 2018
Episode 72
Ricky Gervais, Matt Czuchry, Jon Bon Jovi
Actor Ricky Gervais ("Blazing Samurai"); actor Matt Czuchry ("The Resident"); Jon Bon Jovi performs.
45 min
January 17, 2018
Episode 73
Sharon Stone, Rob Riggle, Fall Out Boy
Actor Sharon Stone ("Mosaic"); actor Rob Riggle ("12 Strong"); Fall Out Boy performs.
45 min
January 18, 2018
Episode 74
J.K. Simmons/Rob Riggle
Actor J.K. Simmons (Counterpart (2017)); actor Rob Riggle (12 Strong (2018));
45 min
January 19, 2018
Episode 75
James Corden/Ann Curry
TV host James Corden (The 59th Annual Grammy Awards (2017) and The Late Late Show with James Corden (2015)); journalist Ann Curry.
45 min
January 22, 2018
Episode 76
John Dickerson/Eugene Levy/Midland
Journalist John Dickerson (CBS This Morning (1992)); actor Eugene Levy (Schitt's Creek (2015)); Midland perform.
45 min
January 23, 2018
Episode 77
Willem Dafoe/RuPaul Charles/Roy Wood Jr.
Willem Dafoe; RuPaul Charles (RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars (2012)); Roy Wood Jr. (This Is Not Happening (2015)).
45 min
January 24, 2018
Episode 78
Gwyneth Paltrow/Ben McKenzie/Thirty Seconds to Mars
Actress Gwyneth Paltrow (Avengers: Infinity War (2018)); actor Ben McKenzie (Gotham (2014)); Thirty Seconds to Mars perform.
45 min
January 25, 2018
Episode 79
Kyle MacLachlan/Deon Cole/Miley Cyrus/Julia Michaels
Kyle MacLachlan (Twin Peaks (2017)); Deon Cole (Black-ish (2014)); Miley Cyrus salutes Elton John. Also: Julia Michaels performs.
45 min
January 26, 2018
Episode 80
Julie Chen/Joel Kinnaman/Talib Kweli feat. B.J. the Chicago Kid
TV hostess Julie Chen (Big Brother (2000) and The Talk (2010)); actor Joel Kinnaman (Altered Carbon (2018)); Talib Kweli performs with BJ the Chicago Kid;
45 min
January 29, 2018
Episode 81
Pod Save America/Jessica Williams and Phoebe Robinson/Chris Stapleton
Podcast hosts Tommy Vietor, Jon Favreau and Jon Lovett (Pod Save America (2017)); Jessica Williams and Phoebe Robinson (2 Dope Queens (2018)); Chris Stapleton performs.
45 min
January 30, 2018
Episode 82
Rose McGowan/Rand Paul/Jacob Williams/Curtis Harding
Actress Rose McGowan (Citizen Rose (2018) and book, "Brave"); Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.); comedian Jacob Williams; Curtis Harding sits in with Jon Batiste and Stay Human.
45 min
January 31, 2018
Episode 83
Michael Shannon/Meghan McCain/John Mellencamp
Actor Michael Shannon ("The Shape of Water"); TV hostess Meghan McCain ("The View"); John Mellencamp performs.
45 min
February 1, 2018
Episode 84
Uma Thurman/Jacob Williams
Actress Uma Thurman (The War with Grandpa (2019)); comic Jacob Williams performs.
45 min
February 2, 2018
Episode 85
Claire Danes/Bernadette Peters/Lil Uzi Vert
Actress Claire Danes (A Kid Like Jake (2018) and Homeland (2011)); Bernadette Peters (Mozart in the Jungle (2014)); Lil Uzi Vert performs.
45 min
February 5, 2018
Episode 86
Wanda Sykes/Thomas Haden Church/June Diane Raphael/Soul Rebels
Actress Wanda Sykes (Hurricane Bianca: From Russia with Hate (2018)); actor Thomas Haden Church (Divorce (2016)); actress June Diane Raphael (Grace and Frankie (2015)); The Soul Rebels sit in with Jon Batiste and Stay Human.
45 min
February 6, 2018
Episode 87
John Oliver/Beanie Feldstein/Wolfgang Puck
Comic John Oliver (Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (2014)); actress Beanie Feldstein (The Female Brain (2017) and Lady Bird (2017)); chef Wolfgang Puck;
45 min
February 7, 2018
Episode 88
Joel McHale/Yara Shahidi/Joywave
Actor Joel McHale (A Futile and Stupid Gesture (2018) and [The X-Files"]); actress Yara Shahidi ("Grown-ish" and "Black-ish"); Joywave perform.
45 min
February 8, 2018
Episode 89
Nathan Lane/John Oliver
Actor Nathan Lane; comic John Oliver (Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (2014)).
45 min
February 9, 2018
Episode 90
Kirsten Gillibrand/Chris Gethard/Portugal. The Man
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.); comic Chris Gethard; Portugal. The Man perform.
45 min
February 20, 2018
Episode 91
Sam Rockwell/J.J. Abrams/BØRNS
Actor Sam Rockwell (Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri (2017)); director J.J. Abrams (Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (2019)); Børns performs;
45 min
February 21, 2018
Episode 92
Christine Baranski/Constance Zimmer/Bon Jovi
Actress Christine Baranski (The Good Fight (2017) and Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again (2018)); actress Constance Zimmer (UnREAL (2015)); Bon Jovi perform.
45 min
February 22, 2018
Episode 93
Jennifer Lawrence/Patton Oswalt/MGMT
Actress Jennifer Lawrence (Red Sparrow (2018)); actor Patton Oswalt (Happy! (2017)); MGMT perform.
45 min
February 26, 2018
Episode 94
Kiefer Sutherland/Zoe Lister-Jones/John McWhorter
Actor Kiefer Sutherland (Designated Survivor (2016)); actress Zoe Lister-Jones (Life in Pieces (2015)); American linguist John McWhorter;
45 min
February 27, 2018
Episode 95
Donald Glover/Omarosa Manigault-Newman/Ibeyi
Actor Donald Glover (Atlanta (2016)); reality-TV personality Omarosa Manigault-Newman (Celebrity Big Brother (2018)); Ibeyi perform.
45 min
February 28, 2018
Episode 96
Jeff Daniels/Krysten Ritter/Noah Kahan
Actor Jeff Daniels (The Looming Tower (2018)); actress Krysten Ritter (Jessica Jones (2015)); Noah Kahan performs.
45 min
March 1, 2018
Episode 97
Steve Buscemi/Sebastian Maniscalco
Actor Steve Buscemi (Miracle Workers (2019)); comic Sebastian Maniscalco;
45 min
March 2, 2018
Episode 98
David Oyelowo/Chelsea Clinton/Martha Stewart
Actor David Oyelowo (A Wrinkle in Time (2018) and Gringo (2018)); author Chelsea Clinton; lifestyle expert Martha Stewart;
45 min
March 5, 2018
Episode 99
Oprah Winfrey/Justin Hartley
Actress Oprah Winfrey (A Wrinkle in Time (2018)); actor Justin Hartley (This Is Us (2016));
45 min
March 6, 2018
Episode 100
Reese Witherspoon/Adam Rippon/Ben Harper & Charlie Musselwhite
Actress Reese Witherspoon (A Wrinkle in Time (2018)); Olympic figure skater Adam Rippon; Ben Harper and Charlie Musselwhite perform;
45 min
March 7, 2018
Episode 101
Mindy Kaling/Chris Hayes/Amberia Allen
Actress Mindy Kaling (A Wrinkle in Time (2018)); journalist Chris Hayes; comic Amberia Allen;
45 min
March 8, 2018
Episode 102
Helen Mirren/David Byrne
Helen Mirren (The Leisure Seeker (2017)); David Byrne is interviewed and performs.
45 min
March 9, 2018
Episode 103
Tom Brady/Sean Bean/Emmy Blotnick
Professional football player Tom Brady (Tom vs. Time (2018)); actor Sean Bean; Emmy Blotnick performs stand-up.
45 min
March 12, 2018
Episode 104
Angela Bassett/Jimmy O. Yang/Jack Johnson
Actress Angela Bassett (Black Panther (2018), 9-1-1 (2018), Avengers: Infinity War (2018)); actor Jimmy O. Yang (Life of the Party (2018)); Jack Johnson performs;
45 min
March 13, 2018
Episode 105
Paul Giamatti/Sean Bean/Brandi Carlile
Actor Paul Giamatti ("Billions", "The Catcher Was a Spy" and "I Think We're Alone Now"); actor Sean Bean ("The Oath"); Brandi Carlile performs;
45 min
March 14, 2018
Episode 106
Drew Barrymore/Adam DeVine/Moby
Actress Drew Barrymore (Santa Clarita Diet (2017)); actor Adam Devine (Modern Family (2009) and When We First Met (2018)); Moby performs;
45 min
March 19, 2018
Episode 107
Hilary Swank/Thomas Middleditch/Rory Albanese
Actress Hilary Swank (Trust (2018)); actor Thomas Middleditch (Replicas (2018)); comic Rory Albanese;
45 min
March 20, 2018
Episode 108
Keri Russell and Matthew Rhys/Mindy Kaling/Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Keri Russell and Matthew Rhys (The Americans (2013)); Mindy Kaling ("A Wrinkle in Time" and "Champions"). Also: Stephen works out with Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
45 min
March 21, 2018
Episode 109
Sean Penn/Sara Gilbert/Bishop Briggs
Actor Sean Penn (The Professor and the Madman (2019)); actress Sara Gilbert (Roseanne (1988)); Bishop Briggs performs;
45 min
March 26, 2018
Episode 110
Samantha Bee/Leslie Odom Jr./Tom Segura
Comic Samantha Bee (Full Frontal with Samantha Bee (2016)); actor Leslie Odom Jr. (The Jazz Ambassadors (2018)); comic Tom Segura;
45 min
March 27, 2018
Episode 111
Dana Carvey/Simon Pegg
Dana Carvey (Too Funny to Fail: The Life & Death of The Dana Carvey Show (2017)); Simon Pegg (Ready Player One (2018)).
45 min
March 28, 2018
Episode 112
Emily Blunt/John Heilemann & Alex Wagner/Kacey Musgraves
Actress Emily Blunt (A Quiet Place (2018) and Sherlock Gnomes (2018)); journalist John Heilemann and TV hostess Alex Wagner (CBS This Morning: Saturday (2012)); Kacey Musgraves performs.
45 min
March 29, 2018
Episode 113
Bryan Cranston/President Jimmy Carter
Actor Bryan Cranston (Isle of Dogs (2018)); former President Jimmy Carter.
45 min
March 30, 2018
Episode 114
Amy Schumer/Madeleine Albright/Giada De Laurentiis
Actress Amy Schumer (I Feel Pretty (2018)); former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright; chef Giada De Laurentiis;
45 min
April 9, 2018
Episode 115
James Spader/Katie Couric/Louie Anderson
Actor James Spader (The Blacklist (2013)); journalist Katie Couric; comic Louie Anderson ("Baskets" and book "Hey Mom");
45 min
April 10, 2018
Episode 116
Martin Short/Aisha Tyler
Actor Martin Short (Love, Gilda (2018) and Steve Martin and Martin Short: An Evening You Will Forget for the Rest of Your Life (2018)); actress Aisha Tyler (Criminal Minds (2005) and Archer (2009));
45 min
April 11, 2018
Episode 117
Diane Sawyer/Joshua Jackson/John Prine ft. Sturgill Simpson & Brandi Carlile
Journalist Diane Sawyer; actor Joshua Jackson (The Affair (2014)). Also: John Prine performs with Sturgill Simpson and Brandi Carlile.
45 min
April 12, 2018
Episode 118
Aubrey Plaza/Cookie Monster/Rainbow Kitten Surprise
Aubrey Plaza (Legion (2017) and An Evening with Beverly Luff Linn (2018)); Cookie Monster (book "The Joy of Cookies") joins Stephen for Midnight Confessions. Also: Rainbow Kitten Surprise performs.
45 min
April 13, 2018
Episode 119
John Dickerson/Charlamagne Tha God/Nell Scovell
Journalist John Dickerson (CBS This Morning (1992)); TV personality Charlamagne Tha God; author Nell Scovell;
45 min
April 16, 2018
Episode 120
James Comey/Jason Aldean
Former FBI director James Comey (book "A Higher Loyalty: Truth, Lies, and Leadership"). Also: Jason Aldean performs.
45 min
April 17, 2018
Episode 121
Cynthia Nixon/Alan Cumming/Franz Ferdinand
Actress Cynthia Nixon discusses her campaign for Governor of New York; Alan Cumming (Instinct (2018)). Also: Franz Ferdinand performs with James Chance.
45 min
April 18, 2018
Episode 122
Antonio Banderas/Senator Kamala Harris/Snow Patrol
Antonio Banderas (Genius: Picasso: Chapter One (2018)); Senator Kamala Harris (D-Calif.). Also: Snow Patrol performs.
45 min
April 19, 2018
Episode 123
James Marsden/Coyote Peterson
Actor James Marsden (Westworld (2016)); wildlife expert Coyote Peterson;
45 min
April 20, 2018
Episode 124
Jeffrey Wright/Ali Wentworth/Cheech & Chong/Brothers Osborne
Jeffrey Wright (Westworld (2016)); Alexandra Wentworth (book "Go Ask Ali"); Cheech Marin and Tommy Chong comment on drug legalization. Also: Brothers Osborne perform.
45 min
April 23, 2018
Episode 125
Hank Azaria/Ronan Farrow/Grace VanderWaal
Actor Hank Azaria (Brockmire (2017)); author Ronan Farrow; Grace VanderWaal performs;
45 min
April 24, 2018
Episode 126
Lucy Liu/Henry Winkler/Run the Jewels
Actress Lucy Liu (Future World (2018)); actor Henry Winkler (Barry (2018)); Run the Jewels perform;
45 min
April 25, 2018
Episode 127
Rachel Weisz/Ann Dowd
Actress Rachel Weisz (Disobedience (2017)); actress Ann Dowd (The Handmaid's Tale (2017)).
45 min
April 26, 2018
Episode 128
Mandy Patinkin/H. Jon Benjamin
Mandy Patinkin (Homeland (2011) and Life Itself (2018)); H. Jon Benjamin (Archer (2009)).
45 min
April 27, 2018
Episode 129
David Duchovny/Margaret Brennan/Robert Smigel
Actor David Duchovny (The X-Files (1993)); journalist Margaret Brennan (Face the Nation (1954)); actor Robert Smigel (The Week Of (2018));
45 min
April 30, 2018
Episode 130
Helen Hunt/Kevin Smith/Paramore
Actress Helen Hunt (Candy Jar (2018)); filmmaker Kevin Smith (Kevin Smith: Silent But Deadly (2018)); Paramore perform;
45 min
May 1, 2018
Episode 131
Jim Gaffigan/Michael Avenatti/David Chang
Comic Jim Gaffigan; attorney Michael Avenatti; restaurateur David Chang;
45 min
May 2, 2018
Episode 132
Charlize Theron/Ron Howard/J.J. Abrams
Charlize Theron (Tully (2018)); director Ron Howard (Solo: A Star Wars Story (2018)). Also: Producer J.J. Abrams ("The Play That Goes Wrong") joins Stephen for a crosstown adventure.
45 min
May 3, 2018
Episode 133
Chris O'Donnell, Jack White
Actor Chris O'Donnell (NCIS: Los Angeles (2009)); Jack White performs;
45 min
May 4, 2018
Episode 134
Jim Parsons, Alexis Ohanian, Lake Street Dive
Jim Parsons, from the CBS comedy "The Big Bang Theory"; Co-Founder of Reddit Alexis Ohanian; musical performance by Lake Street Dive.
45 min
May 7, 2018
Episode 135
Michael B. Jordan, Matt Walsh, Heather Pasternak
Actor Michael B. Jordan; actor Matt Walsh; stand-up comedy performance by Heather Pasternak.
45 min
May 8, 2018
Episode 136
Gayle King, Anna Wintour
Gayle King, co-anchor of "CBS This Morning"; Vogue Editor-in-Chief Anna Winter.
45 min
May 9, 2018
Episode 137
Annette Bening, Wyatt Cenac, Leon Bridges
Actress Annette Bening; comic Wyatt Cenac; musical performance by Leon Bridges.
45 min
May 10, 2018
Episode 138
Mayim Bialik, Melissa McCarthy, Daniel Boulud, Run the Jewels
Actress Mayim Bialik, from the CBS comedy THE BIG BANG THEORY; chef Daniel Boulud; special appearance by actress Melissa McCarthy; Run the Jewels celebrate Stephen Colbert's birthday.
45 min
May 11, 2018
Episode 139
Anthony Anderson, Glenda Jackson, Michael Pollan
Actor Anthony Anderson; Actress Glenda Jackson; Author Michael
45 min
May 14, 2018
Episode 140
Jamie Foxx, Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats
Actor Jamie Foxx; musical performance by Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats.
45 min
May 15, 2018
Episode 141
Chadwick Boseman, Erik Bergstrom
Actor Chadwick Boseman; stand-up comedy performance by Erik Bergstrom
45 min
May 16, 2018
Episode 142
Jake Tapper, Liam Payne featuring J. Balvin
Journalist Jake Tapper; musical performance by Liam Payne featuring J. Balvin.
45 min
May 17, 2018
Episode 143
Benedict Cumberbatch, Mary Gallagher
Actor Benedict Cumberbatch; stand-up comedy performance by Mary Gallagher
45 min
May 18, 2018
Episode 144
Zachary Quinto, Vanessa Bayer, Dean Baquet
Actor Zachary Quinto; actress Vanessa Bayer; Executive Editor of "The New York Times," Dean Baquet.
45 min
May 21, 2018
Episode 145
Andrew Garfield, David Cross, Jon Stewart, The Kills
Actor Andrew Garfield; actor/comic David Cross; special appearance by Jon Stewart; musical performance by The Kills.
45 min
May 22, 2018
Episode 146
Jason Bateman, Stephen King, Jim James
Actor Jason Bateman; author Stephen King; musical performance by Jim James.
45 min
May 23, 2018
Episode 147
Anne Hathaway, David Sedaris, Ahmed Bharoocha
Actress Anne Hathaway; author David Sedaris; stand-up comedy performance by Ahmed Bharoocha.
45 min
May 24, 2018
Episode 148
Ethan Hawke, Toni Collette, Jeff Arcuri
Actor Ethan Hawke; actress Toni Collette; stand-up comedy performance by Jeff Arcuri.
45 min
June 4, 2018
Episode 149
Bill Clinton, James Patterson, Tig Notaro
President Bill Clinton & Author James Patterson; comic Tig Notary.
45 min
June 5, 2018
Episode 150
Mandy Moore, Sara Bareilles, Josh Groban, Meghan Trainor
Actress Mandy Moore; Hosts of the 72nd Annual Tony Awards, singers Sara Bareilles & Josh Groan; musical performance by Meghan Trainor.
45 min
June 6, 2018
Episode 151
Nick Offerman, Niecy Nash, Lykke Li
Actor Nick Offerman; actress Niecy Nash; musical performance by Lykke Li.
45 min
June 7, 2018
Episode 152
Penelope Cruz, David Koechner, Interpol
Actress Penelope Cruz; actor David Kouchner; musical performance by Interpol.
45 min
June 8, 2018
Episode 153
Chris Matthews/Alicia Silverstone/Eels
TV host Chris Matthews ("Hardball with Chris Matthews"); actress Alicia Silverstone ("American Woman"); Eels perform;
45 min
June 11, 2018
Episode 154
Ed Helms/Michael K. Williams/Tom Papa
Actor Ed Helms (Tag (2018)); actor Michael Kenneth Williams (SuperFly (2018)); comic Tom Papa performs;
45 min
June 12, 2018
Episode 155
Anthony Scaramucci and Michael Avenatti/Chromeo feat. DRAM
Former White House communications director Anthony Scaramucci and attorney Michael Avenatti. Also: Chromeo performs with D.R.A.M.
45 min
June 13, 2018
Episode 156
Natalie Portman/Marc Maron/Alt-J/Pusha T
Actress Natalie Portman (Eating Animals (2017)); actor Marc Maron (GLOW (2017)); Alt-J and Pusha T perform;
45 min
June 14, 2018
Episode 157
Thandie Newton/Betty Gilpin
Actress Thandie Newton ("Westworld"); actress Betty Gilpin ("GLOW");
45 min
June 15, 2018
Episode 158
Benicio Del Toro/Alison Brie/Robin Thede
Actor Benicio Del Toro (Sicario: Day of the Soldado (2018)); actress Alison Brie (GLOW (2017)); actress Robin Thede (The Rundown with Robin Thede (2017)).
45 min
June 18, 2018
Episode 159
Josh Brolin/Ruth Negga/Walk The Moon
Actor Josh Brolin (Sicario: Day of the Soldado (2018)); actress Ruth Negga (Preacher (2016)); Walk the Moon perform.
45 min
June 19, 2018
Episode 160
Trevor Noah/Liza Koshy/Two Feet
Comedian and television host Trevor Noah (The Daily Show (1996)); actress Liza Koshy (Liza on Demand (2018)); Two Feet performs;
45 min
June 20, 2018
Episode 161
Don Lemon/Mike Colter/Death Cab for Cutie
TV host Don Lemon (CNN Tonight (2014)); actor Mike Colter (Luke Cage (2016)); Death Cab for Cutie perform.
45 min
June 21, 2018
Episode 162
Seth Rogen/Danny Jolles
Actor Seth Rogen (Like Father (2018)); stand-up comedian Danny Jolles (Crazy Ex-Girlfriend (2015)).
45 min
June 22, 2018
Episode 163
Jessica Chastain/Romesh Ranganathan/Scott Rogowsky
Actress Jessica Chastain (Woman Walks Ahead (2017) and It: Chapter Two (2019)); comedian Romesh Ranganathan; comedian Scott Rogowsky.
45 min
June 25, 2018
Episode 164
Hugh Grant/Margaret Hoover/Sean Donnelly
Actor Hugh Grant (A Very English Scandal (2018)); political commentator Margaret Hoover (Firing Line with Margaret Hoover (2018)); actress Laura Benanti. Also: Sean Donnelly performs stand-up.
45 min
June 26, 2018
Episode 165
Paul Rudd/Ken Jeong/Florence + the Machine
Actor Paul Rudd (Ant-Man and the Wasp (2018)); actor Ken Jeong (Crazy Rich Asians (2018)); musical performance by Florence and the Machine.
45 min
June 27, 2018
Episode 166
Michael Moore/Eric Andre & Derrick Beckles/Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez/Jon Stewart
Director Michael Moore; writers and comedians Eric Andre and Derrick Beckles; politician Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Also: A special appearance by Jon Stewart.
45 min
June 28, 2018
Episode 167
Gordon Ramsay/Andrew Rannells/Junun: Shye Ben Tzur, Jonny Greenwood & The Rajasthan Express
Chef Gordon Ramsay; actor Andrew Rannells ("A Simple Favor"). Also: Shye Ben-Tzur, Jonny Greenwood and The Rajasthan Express perform as Junun.
45 min
July 9, 2018
Episode 168
Will Arnett/Neve Campbell/Marcus Samuelsson
Actor Will Arnett (The Gong Show (2017)); actress Neve Campbell (Skyscraper (2018)); chef Marcus Samuelsson;
45 min
July 10, 2018
Episode 169
Dwayne Johnson/Alessia Cara
Actor Dwayne Johnson (Skyscraper (2018)); Alessia Cara performs;
45 min
July 11, 2018
Episode 170
Lawrence O'Donnell/Liv Tyler/Young the Giant
TV host Lawrence O'Donnell (The Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell (2010)); actress Liv Tyler (Harlots (2017)); Young the Giant perform;
45 min
July 12, 2018
Episode 171
Carey Mulligan/Kate the Chemist
Actress Carey Mulligan (Collateral (2018)). Also: Experiments with Kate the Chemist (Kate Biberdorf).
45 min
July 13, 2018
Episode 172
Armie Hammer/Colleen Ballinger/Paula Poundstone
Actor Armie Hammer ("Sorry to Bother Your"); actress Colleen Ballinger (Haters Back Off! (2016)); comic Paula Poundstone performs;
45 min
July 16, 2018
Episode 173
Chrissy Metz/Lewis Black/Luke Combs
Actress Chrissy Metz ("This Is Us"); comic Lewis Black; Luke Combs performs;
45 min
July 17, 2018
Episode 174
Anderson Cooper & Andy Cohen/Dominic Cooper/Beck
TV personalities Anderson Cooper (Anderson Cooper 360° (2003)) and Andy Cohen (Watch What Happens: Live (2009)); actor Dominic Cooper (Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again (2018)); Beck performs;
45 min
July 18, 2018
Episode 175
Denzel Washington/Joe Kennedy III/Carmen Lagala
Actor Denzel Washington (The Equalizer 2 (2018)); Rep. Joe Kennedy III (D-Mass); comic Carmen Lagala performs;
45 min
July 19, 2018
Episode 176
Janelle Monáe
Janelle Monáe (Welcome to Marwen (2018)) talks and performs.
45 min
July 20, 2018
Episode 177
Eric Holder/John Cleese/Arctic Monkeys
Former Attorney General Eric Holder; actor John Cleese; Arctic Monkeys perform;
45 min
July 23, 2018
Episode 178
Tatiana Maslany/Michael McFaul/Brian Huskey
Actress Tatiana Maslany; Michael McFaul, former ambassador to Russia; actor Brian Huskey;
45 min
July 24, 2018
Episode 179
John Dickerson/Michaela Watkins
Journalist John Dickerson (CBS This Morning (1992)); actress Michaela Watkins (Casual (2015));
45 min
July 25, 2018
Episode 180
Jake Tapper/Michael Pena/Dua Lipa
Journalist Jake Tapper; actor Michael Peña (Ant-Man and the Wasp (2018)); Dua Lipa performs;
45 min
July 26, 2018
Episode 181
Laura Linney/Sasheer Zamata/Lin-Manuel Miranda
Laura Linney (Ozark (2017)); Sasheer Zamata performs stand-up. Also: A special performance from Stephen and Lin-Manuel Miranda.
45 min
July 27, 2018
Episode 182
Judd Apatow/Jace Norman/OneRepublic
Filmmaker Judd Apatow; actor Jace Norman (Henry Danger (2014)); OneRepublic perform;
45 min
July 30, 2018
Episode 183
Paul Giamatti/Ronda Rousey/Paul Mecurio
Actor Paul Giamatti (Billions (2016)); professional wrestler Ronda Rousey ("Mile 22"); comic Paul Mecurio performs;
45 min
July 31, 2018
Episode 184
Ewan McGregor/Adam Pally/Katie Hannigan
Actor Ewan McGregor ("Christopher Robin"); actor Adam Pally ("Dog Days"); comic Katie Hannigan performs;
45 min
August 1, 2018
Episode 185
Chloe Grace Moretz/Bobcat Goldthwait/Katie Hannigan
Actress Chloe Grace Moretz (The Miseducation of Cameron Post (2018)); actor Bobcat Goldthwait (Bobcat Goldthwait's Misfits & Monsters (2018)); comic Katie Hannigan performs;
45 min
August 2, 2018
Episode 186
Rob Reiner/Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Actor-director Rob Reiner (Shock and Awe (2017)). Also: Stephen looks back at his workout date with Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
45 min
August 3, 2018
Episode 187
Chris Hayes/Rob Corddry/Regina Spektor
Political commentator Chris Hayes (All In with Chris Hayes (2013)); actor Rob Corddry (Dog Days (2018) and Ballers (2015)); Regina Spektor performs;
45 min
August 6, 2018
Episode 188
Joe Manganiello/Cory Booker/Michael Palascak
Actor Joe Manganiello (Drunk Parents (2019)); Sen. Cory Booker (D-N.J.); comic Michael Palascak performs;
45 min
August 7, 2018
Episode 189
Jim Acosta/Nina Dobrev
Journalist Jim Acosta; actress Nina Dobrev (Dog Days (2018));
45 min
August 8, 2018
Episode 190
Issa Rae/Darren Criss/Ronnie Chieng
Actress Issa Rae (Insecure (2016)); actor Darren Criss (American Crime Story (2016)); comic Ronnie Chieng performs;
45 min
August 9, 2018
Episode 191
Nicki Minaj/Guy Pearce/Mac Miller
Rapper Nicki Minaj; actor Guy Pearce (The Innocents (2018)); Mac Miller performs;
45 min
August 13, 2018
Episode 192
Mark Wahlberg/Bernie Sanders
Actor Mark Wahlberg ("Mile 22"); Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.);
45 min
August 14, 2018
Episode 193
Jessica Biel/W. Kamau Bell/Elle King
Actress Jessica Biel ("Shock and Awe" and "The Sinner"); comic W. Kamau Bell ("Sorry to Bother You"); Elle King performs;
45 min
August 15, 2018
Episode 194
Pod Save America/Constance Wu
Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett and Tommy Vietor (Pod Save America (2017)); Constance Wu (Crazy Rich Asians (2018)). Also: A tribute to Aretha Franklin.
45 min
August 16, 2018
Episode 2
Rob Lowe, John Kerry, Kathleen Madigan
Stephen welcomes actor Rob Lowe, former Secretary of State John Kerry, and comic Kathleen Madigan.
45 min
September 5, 2018
Episode 3
Emma Thompson, Troye Sivan
Stephen welcomes actress Emma Thompson and talks with musical guest Troye Sivan.
45 min
September 6, 2018
Episode 4
Sharon Osbourne, Kathleen Madigan, Jay Rock
Stephen welcomes TV host Sharon Osbourne, comic Kathleen Madigan, with musical guest Jay Rock.
45 min
September 7, 2018
Episode 5
Bob Woodward, The Knocks, Foster the People
Stephen welcomes journalist Bob Woodward with musical guests The Knocks and Foster the People.
45 min
September 10, 2018
Episode 6
Neil deGrasse Tyson, Michael Rapaport
Stephen welcomes astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson and actor Michael Rapaport.
45 min
September 11, 2018
Episode 7
Keira Knightley, Beto O'Rourke, Martha Stewart
Stephen welcomes actress Keira Knightley, Rep. Beto O’Rourke, and television personality Martha Stewart.
45 min
September 12, 2018
Episode 8
John Heilemann, Alex Wagner, Judy Greer, First Aid Kit
Stephen welcomes journalist John Heilemann, journalist Alex Wagner, actress Judy Greer, with musical guest First Aid Kit.
45 min
September 13, 2018
Episode 9
Anna Kendrick, Anne-Marie
Stephen welcomes actress Anna Kendrick, with musical guest Anne-Marie.
45 min
September 14, 2018
Episode 10
“Admit It, You Forgot This Happened”
A celebration of the show’s third anniversary. Stephen showcases a variety of clips from the show's past year.
45 min
September 18, 2018
Episode 11
Jane Fonda, Willie Nelson
Stephen welcomes actress Jane Fonda and talks with musical guest Willie Nelson.
45 min
September 19, 2018
Episode 12
Tiffany Haddish, Iain Armitage
Stephen welcomes actress Tiffany Haddish and actor Iain Armitage.
45 min
September 20, 2018
Episode 13
Hillary Rodham Clinton, Nik Dodani
Stephen welcomes former secretary of state Hillary Rodham Clinton and comic Nik Dodani.
45 min
September 21, 2018
Episode 14
Emma Stone, Flight of the Conchords
Stephen welcomes actress Emma Stone with musical guest Flight of the Conchords.
45 min
September 24, 2018
Episode 15
America Ferrera, Nas
Stephen welcomes actress America Ferrera with musical guest Nas.
45 min
September 25, 2018
Episode 16
Candice Bergen, Jacinda Ardern, Jon Batiste
Stephen welcomes actress Candice Bergen, Jacinda Ardern, prime minister of New Zealand, with musical guest Jon Batiste.
45 min
September 26, 2018
Episode 17
Jeff Bridges, Cedric the Entertainer, Mark Leibovich
Stephen welcomes actor Jeff Bridges, actor Cedric the Entertainer, and author Mark Leibovich.
45 min
September 27, 2018
Episode 18
Kristen Bell, Mark Leibovich, Nik Dodani, Jeff Bridges
Stephen welcomes actress Kristen Bell, author Mark Leibovich, actor Nik Dodani, and actor Jeff Bridges.
45 min
September 28, 2018
Episode 19
Jake Tapper, Eric Idle, Lauv, Julia Michaels
Stephen welcomes TV host Jake Tapper, actor Eric Idle, with musical guests Lauv and Julia Michaels.
45 min
October 1, 2018
Episode 20
Eva Longoria, Damon Wayans Jr., Steve Kornacki
Stephen welcomes actress Eva Longoria, actor Damon Wayans Jr., and journalist Steve Kornacki.
45 min
October 2, 2018
Episode 21
Nick Kroll, Jodie Whittaker, Cat Power
Stephen welcomes actor Nick Kroll, actress Jodie Whittaker, with musical guest Cat Power.
45 min
October 3, 2018
Episode 22
Lady Gaga, Caitlin Peluffo
Stephen welcomes singer Lady Gaga and comic Caitlin Peluffo.
45 min
October 4, 2018
Episode 23
Ellie Kemper, Sam Elliott
Stephen welcomes actress Ellie Kemper and actor Sam Elliott.
45 min
October 5, 2018
Episode 24
Melissa McCarthy, Phoebe Robinson
Stephen welcomes actress Melissa McCarthy and actress Phoebe Robinson.
45 min
October 15, 2018
Episode 25
Lin-Manuel Miranda, Brooke Baldwin, Laura Benanti
Stephen welcomes actor Lin-Manuel Miranda, journalist Brooke Baldwin, and actress Laura Benanti.
45 min
October 16, 2018
Episode 26
Peter Dinklage, Busy Philipps, Noname
Stephen welcomes actor Peter Dinklage, actress Busy Philipps, with musical guest Noname.
45 min
October 17, 2018
Episode 27
Joe Scarborough, Mika Brzezinski, Laura Benanti, The Revivalists
Stephen welcomes TV hosts Joe Scarborough with musical guests Mika Brzezinski, actress Laura Benanti, and The Revivalists.
45 min
October 18, 2018
Episode 28
Robin Wright, Caitlin Peluffo, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Melissa McCarthy
Stephen welcomes actress Robin Wright, comic Caitlin Peluffo, former Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton, and actress Melissa McCarthy.
45 min
October 19, 2018
Episode 29
Sarah Silverman, Scott Bakula, Transviolet
Stephen welcomes comic Sarah Silverman, actor Scott Bakula, with musical guest Transviolet.
45 min
October 22, 2018
Episode 30
Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, Tommy Vietor, Charlamagne Tha God
Stephen welcomes podcast hosts Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett and Tommy Vietor, and TV personality Charlamagne Tha God.
45 min
October 23, 2018
Episode 31
Gerard Butler, Rowan Atkinson, Ina Garten
Stephen welcomes actor Gerard Butler, actor Rowan Atkinson, and author Ina Garten.
45 min
October 24, 2018
Episode 32
Gayle King, Andrea Bocelli, Matteo Bocelli
Stephen welcomes TV host Gayle King with musical guests Andrea and Matteo Bocelli.
45 min
October 25, 2018
Episode 33
Phil McGraw, Kayli Carter, Janelle Monáe
Stephen welcomes Dr. Phil McGraw, actress Kayli Carter, with musical guest Janelle Monáe.
45 min
October 26, 2018
Episode 34
Kerry Washington, Taylor Mac
Stephen welcomes actress Kerry Washington and talks with musical guest Taylor Mac.
45 min
October 29, 2018
Episode 35
Sarah Jessica Parker, Nancy Pelosi, Christine & the Queens
Stephen welcomes actress Sarah Jessica Parker, Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D- Calif.), with musical guests Christine and the Queens.
45 min
October 30, 2018
Episode 36
Mike Myers, Christiane Amanpour
Stephen welcomes actor Mike Myers and journalist Christiane Amanpour.
45 min
October 31, 2018
Episode 37
Chris Wallace, Cole Sprouse, Tony Bennett
Stephen welcomes TV anchor Chris Wallace, actor Cole Sprouse, with musical guest Tony Bennett.
45 min
November 1, 2018
Episode 38
Billy Eichner, Itzhak Perlman
Stephen welcomes actor Billy Eichner and talks with musical guest Itzhak Perlman.
45 min
November 2, 2018
Episode 39
Jude Law, Amy Klobuchar
Stephen welcomes actor Jude Law and Senator Amy Klobuchar.
45 min
November 5, 2018
Episode 40
John Heilemann, Alex Wagner, Hasan Minhaj
Stephen welcomes journalist John Heilemann, journalist Alex Wagner, and comic Hasan Minhaj. (A live broadcast for election night.)
45 min
November 6, 2018
Episode 41
Chris Pine, Major Garrett
Stephen welcomes actor Chris Pine, Major Garrett, and CBS News chief White House correspondent.
45 min
November 7, 2018
Episode 42
Billy Crystal, Kirsten Gillibrand, Big Red Machine
Stephen welcomes actor Billy Crystal, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, with musical guest Big Red Machine.
45 min
November 8, 2018
Episode 43
Alexander Skarsgård, Triumph The Insult Comic Dog, Big Red Machine
Stephen welcomes actor Alexander Skarsgård, Triumph The Insult Comic Dog, with musical guest Big Red Machine.
45 min
November 9, 2018
Episode 44
Hugh Jackman, Jeff Tweedy, Six-String Soldiers
Stephen welcomes actor Hugh Jackman, Jeff Tweedy talks and performs, and Six-String Soldiers sit in with Jon Batiste & Stay Human.
45 min
November 12, 2018
Episode 45
Rachel Weisz, Jason Mantzoukas, Demetri Martin, Dolph Lundgren
Stephen welcomes actress Rachel Weisz, actor Jason Mantzoukas, comic Demetri Martin, and actor Dolph Lundgren.
45 min
November 13, 2018
Episode 46
Ricky Gervais, Bianna Golodryga, Flynn McGarry
Stephen welcomes comic Ricky Gervais, TV personality Bianna Golodryga, and chef Flynn McGarry.
45 min
November 14, 2018
Episode 47
Ben Stiller, Jemele Hill, Jorja Smith
Stephen welcomes actor Ben Stiller, sports journalist Jemele Hill, with musical guest Jorja Smith.
45 min
November 15, 2018
Episode 48
Timothée Chalamet, Sonia Sotomayor, Graham Kay
Stephen welcomes actor Timothée Chalamet, Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor, and comic Graham Kay.
45 min
November 16, 2018
Episode 49
Millie Bobby Brown, Anthony Salvanto, Josh Groban
Stephen welcomes actress Millie Bobby Brown, CBS News anchor Anthony Salvanto, with musical guest Josh Groban.
45 min
November 19, 2018
Episode 50
Michael Douglas, Ben Sasse
Stephen welcomes actor Michael Douglas and Senator Ben Sasse.
45 min
November 20, 2018
Episode 51
Connie Britton, George R.R. Martin, José Andrés
Stephen welcomes actress Connie Britton, author George R.R. Martin, and chef José Andrés.
45 min
November 21, 2018
Episode 52
Cartoon Thanks-travaganza
Stephen and Jon’s Cartoon Thanks-travaganza.
45 min
November 26, 2018
Episode 53
Jon Stewart, Neil deGrasse Tyson, Jake Tapper, Kerry Washington, Charlamagne Tha God
Stephen welcomes comedian Jon Stewart, astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson, journalist Jake Tapper, actress Kerry Washington, and comic Charlamagne Tha God.
45 min
November 27, 2018
Episode 54
Eric McCormack, David Alan Grier, Sara Bareilles
Stephen welcomes actor Eric McCormack, actor David Alan Grier, with musical guest Sara Bareilles.
45 min
November 28, 2018
Episode 55
Garth Brooks, Tim Meadows
Stephen welcomes singer Garth Brooks and actor Tim Meadows.
45 min
November 29, 2018
Episode 56
Michelle Obama, Common
Stephen welcomes former first lady Michelle Obama with musical guest Common.
45 min
November 30, 2018
Episode 57
Catherine Zeta-Jones, Lucas Hedges, Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats
Stephen welcomes actress Catherine Zeta-Jones, actor Lucas Hedges, with musical guest Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats.
45 min
December 3, 2018
Episode 58
Julia Roberts, Patrick Wilson
Stephen welcomes actress Julia Roberts and actor Patrick Wilson.
45 min
December 4, 2018
Episode 59
Jeff Daniels, Emily Mortimer
Stephen welcomes actor Jeff Daniels and actress Emily Mortimer.
45 min
December 5, 2018
Episode 60
Bernie Sanders, Chris Gethard
Stephen welcomes Senator Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) and comic Chris Gethard.
45 min
December 6, 2018
Episode 61
Kathy Griffin, Emma Willmann
Stephen welcomes comic Kathy Griffin and comic Emma Willmann.
45 min
December 7, 2018
Episode 62
Bryan Cranston, Doris Kearns Goodwin
Stephen welcomes actor Bryan Cranston and historian Doris Kearns Goodwin.
45 min
December 10, 2018
Episode 63
Whoopi Goldberg, Adam Pally, Jungle
Stephen welcomes TV host Whoopi Goldberg, actor Adam Pally, with musical guest Jungle.
45 min
December 11, 2018
Episode 64
Leslie Mann, Brandon Micheal Hall, Lil' Wayne
Stephen welcomes actress Leslie Mann, actor Brandon Micheal Hall, with musical guest Lil’ Wayne.
45 min
December 12, 2018
Episode 65
Diane Kruger, Rep. Joaquin Castro, Julián Castro, Ira Madison III
Stephen welcomes actress Diane Kruger, Rep. Joaquin Castro, former Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Julián Castro, and writer Ira Madison III.
45 min
December 13, 2018
Episode 66
Tony Shalhoub, Joe Wong, Bryan Cranston, Laura Linney, Rachel Dratch, John Oliver, Nick Kroll
Stephen welcomes actor Tony Shalhoub, comic Joe Wong, actor Bryan Cranston, actress Laura Linney, actress Rachel Dratch, TV host John Oliver, and actor Nick Kroll.
45 min
December 14, 2018
Episode 67
Sandra Bullock, Barry Jenkins
Stephen welcomes actress Sandra Bullock and director Barry Jenkins.
45 min
December 17, 2018
Episode 68
Emily Blunt, Adam Schiff, St. Paul & The Broken Bones
Stephen welcomes actress Emily Blunt, Rep. Adam Schiff, with musical guest St. Paul & The Broken Bones.
45 min
December 18, 2018
Episode 69
Steve Carell, KiKi Layne
Stephen welcomes actor Steve Carell and actress KiKi Layne.
45 min
December 19, 2018
Episode 70
John C. Reilly, Sen. Jeff Flake
Stephen welcomes actor John C. Reilly and Senator Jeff Flake.
45 min
December 20, 2018
Episode 71
Laura Benanti, Jon Stewart, Jon Batiste & Stay Human
Stephen welcomes actress Laura Benanti, comic Jon Stewart, with musical guest Jon Batiste & Stay Human.
45 min
December 21, 2018
Episode 72
Ethan Hawke, Jon Glaser, Taylor Bennett
Stephen welcomes actor Ethan Hawke, actor Jon Glaser, with musical guest Taylor Bennett.
45 min
January 7, 2019
Episode 73
Keegan-Michael Key, Josh Hutcherson
Stephen welcomes actor Keegan-Michael Key and actor Josh Hutcherson.
45 min
January 8, 2019
Episode 74
Kevin Hart, Nicole Byer
Stephen welcomes actor Kevin Hart and comic Nicole Byer.
45 min
January 9, 2019
Episode 75
Kamala Harris, Bradley Whitford, Gary Clark Jr.
Stephen welcomes Senator Kamala Harris, actor Bradley Whitford, with musical guest Gary Clark Jr..
45 min
January 10, 2019
Episode 76
Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, Jamie Oliver
Stephen welcomes actor Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson and chef Jamie Oliver.
45 min
January 11, 2019
Episode 77
James McAvoy, Sonequa Martin-Green, Kane Brown
Stephen welcomes actor James McAvoy, actress Sonequa Martin-Green, with musical guest Kane Brown.
45 min
January 14, 2019
Episode 78
Kirsten Gillibrand, M. Night Shyamalan
Stephen welcomes Senator Kirsten Gillibrand and filmmaker M. Night Shyamalan.
45 min
January 15, 2019
Episode 79
Jake Gyllenhaal, Pete Holmes
Stephen welcomes actor Jake Gyllenhaal, comic Pete Holmes.
45 min
January 16, 2019
Episode 80
Sarah Paulson, Killer Mike, Future
Stephen welcomes actress Sarah Paulson, rapper Killer Mike, with musical guest Future.
45 min
January 17, 2019
Episode 81
William H. Macy, Rebecca Traister
Stephen welcomes actor William H. Macy and author Rebecca Traister.
45 min
January 18, 2019
Episode 82
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Method Man
Stephen welcomes Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and rapper Method Man.
45 min
January 21, 2019
Episode 83
Drew Barrymore, Mo Rocca, Maggie Rogers
Stephen welcomes actress Drew Barrymore, TV personality Mo Rocca, with musical guest Maggie Rogers.
45 min
January 22, 2019
Episode 84
Matthew McConaughey, Better Oblivion Community Center
Stephen welcomes actor Matthew McConaughey with musical guest Better Oblivion Community Center.
45 min
January 23, 2019
Episode 85
Michael Moore, Ken Marino, Dermot Kennedy
Stephen welcomes filmmaker Michael Moore, actor Ken Marino, with musical guest Dermot Kennedy.
45 min
January 24, 2019
Episode 86
John Goodman, Samantha Ruddy
Stephen welcomes actor John Goodman and comic Samantha Ruddy.
45 min
January 25, 2019
Episode 87
Cliff Sims, Paul Simon
Stephen welcomes the former special assistant to President Donald Trump, Cliff Sims, with musical guest Paul Simon.
45 min
January 28, 2019
Episode 88
Chris Christie, Yvette Nicole Brown
Stephen welcomes former Gov. Chris Christie and actress Yvette Nicole Brown.
45 min
January 29, 2019
Episode 89
John Heilemann, Mark McKinnon, Alex Wagner, Max Greenfield
Stephen welcomes journalist John Heilemann, political consultant Mark McKinnon, journalist Alex Wagner, and actor Max Greenfield.
45 min
January 30, 2019
Episode 90
Ellen Page, Radhika Jones, Django Gold
Stephen welcomes actress Ellen Page, Radhika Jones, Editor-in-Chief of “Vanity Fair”, and comic Django Gold.
45 min
January 31, 2019
Episode 91
Super Bowl Edition, with Conan O'Brien, James Taylor
Stephen welcomes TV host Conan O’Brien, James Taylor performs, and surprise guests.
45 min
February 3, 2019
Episode 92
Taraji P. Henson, Matt Walsh, Marie Kondo
Stephen welcomes actress Taraji P. Henson, actor Matt Walsh, and TV personality Marie Kondo.
45 min
February 4, 2019
Episode 93
Live broadcast following the State of the Union
Stephen welcomes journalists Norah O’Donnell, John Dickerson, Gayle King and Bianna Golodryga, and filmmaker Spike Lee.
45 min
February 5, 2019
Episode 94
Steve Buscemi, Bret Baier, Sasha Sloan
Stephen welcomes actor Steve Buscemi, TV personality Bret Baier, with musical guest Sasha Sloan.
45 min
February 6, 2019
Episode 95
Chris Pratt, Meghan McCain, Beirut
Stephen welcomes actor Chris Pratt, TV personality Meghan McCain, with musical guest Beirut.
45 min
February 7, 2019
Episode 96
Glenn Close, Byron Bowers
Stephen welcomes actress Glenn Close and comic Byron Bowers.
45 min
February 8, 2019
Episode 97
John Oliver, BLACKPINK
Stephen welcomes TV host John Oliver with musical guest BLACKPINK.
45 min
February 11, 2019
Episode 98
Regina King, Bill Gates, Melinda Gates, Jena Friedman
Stephen welcomes actress Regina King, philanthropists Bill and Melinda Gates, and comic Jena Friedman.
45 min
February 12, 2019
Episode 99
Trevor Noah, Natasha Lyonne
Stephen welcomes TV host Trevor Noah and actress Natasha Lyonne.
45 min
February 13, 2019
Episode 100
Bradley Cooper, Pete Buttigieg
Stephen welcomes actor Bradley Cooper and Democratic presidential hopeful Pete Buttigieg.
45 min
February 14, 2019
Episode 101
Jeff Goldblum, Jacques Torres, The Marcus King Band
Stephen welcomes actor Jeff Goldblum, chef Jacques Torres, with musical guest The Marcus King Band.
45 min
February 15, 2019
Episode 102
Jake Tapper, Amy Sedaris, The Claypool Lennon Delirium
Stephen welcomes journalist Jake Tapper, actress Amy Sedaris, with musical guest The Claypool Lennon Delirium.
45 min
February 18, 2019
Episode 103
Andrew McCabe, Dan Levy, Sigrid
Stephen welcomes former Deputy Director of the FBI Andrew McCabe, actor Dan Levy, with musical guest Sigrid.
45 min
February 19, 2019
Episode 104
Reba McEntire, Margaret Brennan
Stephen welcomes singer-songwriter Reba McEntire and TV host Margaret Brennan.
45 min
February 20, 2019
Episode 105
Annette Bening, Ana Navarro, Ben Platt
Stephen welcomes actress Annette Bening, political commentator Ana Navarro, with musical guest Ben Platt.
45 min
February 21, 2019
Episode 106
Don Cheadle, Colin Quinn
Stephen welcomes actor Don Cheadle and comic Colin Quinn.
45 min
February 22, 2019
Episode 107
Julianne Moore, Thomas Lennon, Bebe Rexha
Stephen welcomes actress Julianne Moore, actor Thomas Lennon, with musical guest Bebe Rexha.
45 min
March 4, 2019
Episode 108
Kit Harington, Amber Tamblyn, Hozier
Stephen welcomes actor Kit Harington, actress Amber Tamblyn, with musical guest Hozier.
45 min
March 5, 2019
Episode 109
Willie Geist, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Dwayne Perkins
Stephen welcomes TV personality Willie Geist, actress Phoebe Waller-Bridge, and comic Dwayne Perkins.
45 min
March 6, 2019
Episode 110
Gayle King, Pamela Adlon, Mumford & Sons
Stephen welcomes journalist Gayle King, actress Pamela Adlon, with musical guest Mumford & Sons.
45 min
March 7, 2019
Episode 111
Cory Booker, Matt Ingebretson, Jake Weisman
Stephen welcomes Senator Cory Booker and actors Matt Ingebretson and Jake Weisman.
45 min
March 8, 2019
Episode 112
Damian Lewis, Tulsi Gabbard, Ellie Goulding
Stephen welcomes actor Damian Lewis, Rep. Tulsi Gabbard, with musical guest Ellie Goulding.
45 min
March 11, 2019
Episode 113
John Turturro, Andrew Rannells, Robyn
Stephen welcomes actor John Turturro, actor Andrew Rannells, with musical guest Robyn.
45 min
March 12, 2019
Episode 114
Patricia Arquette, Ian McShane, Strand of Oaks, Jason Isbell, Amanda Shires
Stephen welcomes actress Patricia Arquette, actor Ian McShane, Strand of Oaks, with musical guests Jason Isbell and Amanda Shires.
45 min
March 13, 2019
Episode 115
Christine Baranski, Adam Kinzinger, Aparna Nancherla
Stephen welcomes actress Christine Baranski, Rep. Adam Kinzinger, and comic Aparna Nancherla.
45 min
March 14, 2019
Episode 116
Laura Benanti, Donnie Wahlberg, Heidi Schreck, Christine Baranski
Stephen welcomes actress Laura Benanti, actor Donnie Wahlberg, playwright Heidi Schreck, and actress Christine Baranski.
45 min
March 15, 2019
Episode 117
Lupita Nyong'o, Vicky Ward, Spike Jonze, Karen O, Danger Mouse
Stephen welcomes actress Lupita Nyong’o, author Vicky Ward, with musical guests Spike Jonze directs aance by Karen O and Danger Mouse.
45 min
March 18, 2019
Episode 118
Chris Hayes, Nico Parker
Stephen welcomes journalist Chris Hayes and actress Nico Parker.
45 min
March 19, 2019
Episode 119
Paul Giamatti, Doug Jones, Aparna Nancherla, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
Stephen welcomes actor Paul Giamatti, Senator Doug Jones, comic Aparna Nancherla, and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.
45 min
March 20, 2019
Episode 120
Elizabeth Warren, Tony Hale
Stephen welcomes Senator Elizabeth Warren and actor Tony Hale.
45 min
March 25, 2019
Episode 121
Keri Russell, Martha Stewart
Stephen welcomes actress Keri Russell and lifestyle expert Martha Stewart.
45 min
March 26, 2019
Episode 122
Charles Barkley, Tig Notaro
Stephen welcomes sports analyst Charles Barkley and actress Tig Notaro.
45 min
March 27, 2019
Episode 123
Nathan Lane, Antoni Porowski, Bobby Berk, Jonathan Van Ness, Karamo Brown, Tan France
Stephen welcomes actor Nathan Lane, TV personalities Antoni Porowski, Bobby Berk, Jonathan Van Ness, and Karamo Brown and Tan France.
45 min
April 1, 2019
Episode 124
Emilia Clarke, Henry Winkler, H.E.R.
Stephen welcomes actress Emilia Clarke, actor Henry Winkler, with musical guest H.E.R..
45 min
April 2, 2019
Episode 125
John Lithgow, Stacey Abrams, Kevin Garrett
Stephen welcomes actor John Lithgow, politician Stacey Abrams, with musical guest Kevin Garrett.
45 min
April 3, 2019
Episode 126
Sandra Oh, Zachary Levi, Nina Nesbitt
Stephen welcomes actress Sandra Oh, actor Zachary Levi, with musical guest Nina Nesbitt.
45 min
April 4, 2019
Episode 127
Hank Azaria, Henry Louis Gates Jr, Emilia Clarke, Jeff Goldblum
Stephen welcomes actor Hank Azaria, literary critic Henry Louis Gates Jr, actress Emilia Clarke, and actor Jeff Goldblum.
45 min
April 5, 2019
Episode 128
Zach Galifianakis, Eric Swalwell, Ellie Goulding
Stephen welcomes actor Zach Galifianakis, Rep. Eric Swalwell, with musical guest Ellie Goulding.
45 min
April 8, 2019
Episode 129
Michelle Williams, Emily Bazelon, Oscar the Grouch
Stephen welcomes actress Michelle Williams, journalist Emily Bazelon, and a special appearance by Oscar the Grouch.
45 min
April 9, 2019
Episode 130
Anderson Cooper, Ruth Wilson, Ilhan Omar
Stephen welcomes journalist Anderson Cooper, actress Ruth Wilson, and Rep. Ilhan Omar.
45 min
April 10, 2019
Episode 131
Molly Shannon, Gary Cole, Paul Simon, Trevor Noah
Stephen welcomes actress Molly Shannon, actor Gary Cole, Paul Simon performs, and TV host Trevor Noah.
45 min
April 15, 2019
Episode 132
Laurie Metcalf, Ramy Youssef, Cage the Elephant
Stephen welcomes actress Laurie Metcalf, actor Ramy Youssef, with musical guest Cage the Elephant.
45 min
April 16, 2019
Episode 133
Anna Palmer, Jake Sherman, The Lumineers, “The Avengers” & Peter Grosz
Stephen welcomes journalists Anna Palmer with musical guests Jake Sherman & The Lumineers, special appearances by the cast of “Avengers: Endgame”, and actor Peter Grosz.
45 min
April 17, 2019
Episode 134
Samantha Bee, Retta, Neal Katyal, Cage the Elephant
Stephen welcomes TV host Samantha Bee, actress Retta, lawyer Neal Katyal’s analysis of the Mueller Report, with musical guest Cage the Elephant.
45 min
April 18, 2019
Episode 135
Robert De Niro, Beth Behrs
Stephen welcomes actor Robert De Niro and actress Beth Behrs.
45 min
April 19, 2019
Episode 136
Seth Rogen, Ronda Rousey, Jessica Yellin
Stephen welcomes actor Seth Rogen, professional wrestler Ronda Rousey, and author Jessica Yellin.
45 min
April 29, 2019
Episode 137
Christina Applegate, Van Jones, Bear Grylls
Stephen welcomes actress Christina Applegate, author Van Jones, and adventurer Bear Grylls.
45 min
April 30, 2019
Episode 138
Mariska Hargitay, Thomas Middleditch, Hootie & the Blowfish
Stephen welcomes actress Mariska Hargitay, actor Thomas Middleditch, with musical guest Hootie & the Blowfish.
45 min
May 1, 2019
Episode 139
Chris Cuomo, Nicholas Hoult, Lily Collins, James Taylor
Stephen welcomes journalist Chris Cuomo, actor Nicholas Hoult, actress Lily Collins, with musical guest James Taylor.
45 min
May 2, 2019
Episode 140
Craig Ferguson, Ronda Rousey
Stephen welcomes actor Craig Ferguson and professional wrestler Ronda Rousey.
45 min
May 3, 2019
Episode 141
Common, Rachel Dratch, Maren Morris
Stephen welcomes actor Common, actress Rachel Dratch, with musical guest Maren Morris.
45 min
May 6, 2019
Episode 142
Anne Hathaway, Ari Melber
Stephen welcomes actress Anne Hathaway and attorney Ari Melber.
45 min
May 7, 2019
Episode 143
Bryan Cranston, RuPaul Charles, Bonnie Raitt
Stephen welcomes actor Bryan Cranston, TV host RuPaul Charles, with musical guest Bonnie Raitt.
45 min
May 8, 2019
Episode 144
Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Anna Chlumsky, Tony Hale, Reid Scott, Timothy Simons, Matt Walsh, Kevin Dunn, Gary Cole, Sam Richardson, Sarah Sutherland, Clea DuVall
Stephen welcomes actors Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Anna Chlumsky, Tony Hale, Reid Scott, Timothy Simons, Matt Walsh, Kevin Dunn, Gary Cole, Sam Richardson, and Sarah Sutherland and Clea DuVall (“Veep”).
45 min
May 9, 2019
Episode 145
Keanu Reeves, Santino Fontana
Stephen welcomes actor Keanu Reeves, actor Santino Fontana, and a special appearance by actor Bryan Cranston.
45 min
May 10, 2019
Episode 146
Bill Hader, James Bay
Stephen welcomes actor Bill Hader with musical guest James Bay.
45 min
May 13, 2019
Episode 147
Gayle King, Anthony Mason, Tony Dokoupil, Pete Holmes, The National
Stephen welcomes TV hosts Gayle King, Anthony Mason with musical guests Tony Dokoupil, comic Pete Holmes, and The National.
45 min
May 14, 2019
Episode 148
Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, Tommy Vietor, BTS
Stephen welcomes podcast hosts Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett and talks with musical guests Tommy Vietor, and BTS.
45 min
May 15, 2019
Episode 149
The Cast of The Big Bang Theory, Barenaked Ladies
Stephen welcomes actors Johnny Galecki, Jim Parsons, Kaley Cuoco, Simon Helberg, Kunal Nayyar, Mayim Bialik, Melissa Rauch (from “The Big Bang Theory”), with a musical performance by Barenaked Ladies.
45 min
May 16, 2019
Episode 150
Olivia Wilde, Scott Pelley, BTS
Stephen welcomes actress Olivia Wilde, journalist Scott Pelley, with musical guest BTS.
45 min
May 17, 2019
Episode 151
Julianna Margulies, Adm. William McRaven, The Broadway cast of 'The Prom'
Stephen welcomes actress Julianna Margulies, retired Adm. William McRaven, and performance from the cast of “The Prom.”
45 min
May 20, 2019
Episode 152
Howard Stern
Stephen welcomes radio host Howard Stern.
45 min
May 21, 2019
Episode 153
Senator Kamala Harris, Kaitlyn Dever
Stephen welcomes democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris and actress Kaitlyn Dever.
45 min
May 22, 2019
Episode 154
Conan O'Brien, Jim Sciutto, The National
Stephen welcomes talk show host Conan O’Brien, journalist Jim Sciutto, with musical guest The National.
45 min
May 23, 2019
Episode 155
Wanda Sykes, Vanessa Bayer
Stephen welcomes actress Wanda Sykes and actress Vanessa Bayer.
45 min
June 3, 2019
Episode 156
Emma Thompson, Adam Scott, Spiritualized
Stephen welcomes actress Emma Thompson, actor Adam Scott, with musical guest Spiritualized.
45 min
June 4, 2019
Episode 157
James Corden, Zoë Kravitz, Lewis Capaldi
Stephen welcomes TV host James Corden, actress Zoë Kravitz, with musical guest Lewis Capaldi.
45 min
June 5, 2019
Episode 158
Mindy Kaling, Seth Green
Stephen welcomes actress Mindy Kaling and actor Seth Green.
45 min
June 6, 2019
Episode 159
Elisabeth Moss, Matt Bomer, Steven Rogers
Stephen welcomes actress Elisabeth Moss, actor Matt Bomer, and comic Steven Rogers.
45 min
June 7, 2019
Episode 160
Samuel L. Jackson, Ash Carter
Stephen welcomes actor Samuel L. Jackson and former Defense Secretary Ash Carter.
45 min
June 10, 2019
Episode 161
Tim McGraw, Jon Meacham, Tessa Thompson, Jessie Reyez ft. 6lack
Stephen welcomes singer Tim McGraw, historian Jon Meacham, actress Tessa Thompson, with musical guests Jessie Reyez and 6lack.
45 min
June 11, 2019
Episode 162
Beto O'Rourke, Billy Porter
Stephen welcomes democratic presidential candidate Beto O’Rourke and actor Billy Porter.
45 min
June 12, 2019
Episode 163
Kevin Bacon, Mark Ronson, Lykke Li
Stephen welcomes actor Kevin Bacon, Mark Ronson talks, with musical guests and with Lykke Li.
45 min
June 13, 2019
Episode 164
Aubrey Plaza, Dan Abrams
Stephen welcomes actress Aubrey Plaza and journalist Dan Abrams.
45 min
June 14, 2019
Episode 165
Dax Shepard, Preet Bharara, Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real
Stephen welcomes actor Dax Shepard, lawyer Preet Bharara, with musical guest Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real.
45 min
June 17, 2019
Episode 166
Chris Matthews, Jessie Buckley
Stephen welcomes TV host Chris Matthews and talks with musical guest Jessie Buckley.
45 min
June 18, 2019
Episode 167
Ice Cube, Tig Notaro
Stephen welcomes actor Ice Cube and comic Tig Notaro.
45 min
June 19, 2019
Episode 168
Russell Crowe, The Raconteurs
Stephen welcomes actor Russell Crowe with musical guest The Raconteurs.
45 min
June 20, 2019
Episode 169
Naomi Watts, Lori Lightfoot, The Raconteurs
Stephen welcomes actress Naomi Watts, Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot, with musical guest The Raconteurs.
45 min
June 21, 2019
Episode 170
Tom Holland, Andrew Yang, Jenny Lewis
Stephen welcomes actor Tom Holland and 2020 Democratic presidential candidate Andrew Yang, with musical guest Jenny Lewis.
45 min
June 24, 2019
Episode 171
Zendaya, Julian Edelman
Stephen welcomes actress Zendaya and professional football player Julian Edelman.
45 min
June 25, 2019
Episode 172
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Incubus
Stephen welcomes Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez with musical guest Incubus.
45 min
June 26, 2019
Episode 173
Chris Christie, Carly Zakin, Danielle Weisberg
Stephen welcomes former Gov. Chris Christie and the Skimm founders Carly Zakin and Danielle Weisberg.
45 min
June 27, 2019
Episode 174
Ricky Gervais, X Ambassadors
Stephen welcomes actor Ricky Gervais with musical guest X Ambassadors.
45 min
July 15, 2019
Episode 175
Awkwafina, Donny Deutsch, The Mountain Goats
Stephen welcomes actress Awkwafina, TV personality Donny Deutsch, with musical guest The Mountain Goats.
45 min
July 16, 2019
Episode 176
Sofía Vergara, David Cross, Tove Lo
Stephen welcomes actress Sofía Vergara, comic David Cross, with musical guest Tove Lo.
45 min
July 17, 2019
Episode 177
Norah O'Donnell, Topher Grace
News anchor Norah O'Donnell and actor Topher Grace appear as guests. Ahamed Weinberg performs stand-up comedy.
45 min
July 18, 2019
Episode 178
John Oliver, Joe Namath
Stephen welcomes TV host John Oliver and retired professional football player Joe Namath.
45 min
July 19, 2019
Episode 179
Jake Gyllenhaal, Marianne Williamson, Daniel Simonsen
Stephen welcomes actor Jake Gyllenhaal, Democratic presidential candidate Marianne Williamson, and stand-up comedian Daniel Simonsen.
45 min
July 22, 2019
Episode 180
Julián Castro, Tony Hale, Nilüfer Yanya
Stephen welcomes democratic presidential candidate Julián Castro, actor Tony Hale, with musical guest Nilüfer Yanya.
45 min
July 23, 2019
Episode 181
Chris Wallace, Jamie Bell
Stephen welcomes TV host Chris Wallace and actor Jamie Bell.
45 min
July 24, 2019
Episode 182
Jeff Goldblum, Aisha Tyler
Stephen welcomes actor Jeff Goldblum and actress Aisha Tyler.
45 min
July 25, 2019
Episode 183
John Leguizamo, Ricky Gervais, Candice Thompson
Stephen welcomes actor John Leguizamo, actor Ricky Gervais, and comic Candice Thompson.
45 min
July 26, 2019
Episode 184
Idris Elba, Maude Apatow, Perry Farrell
Stephen welcomes actor Idris Elba, actress Maude Apatow, with musical guest Perry Farrell.
45 min
July 29, 2019
Episode 185
Jeff Daniels, Katy Tur, Jacob Soboroff
Stephen welcomes actor Jeff Daniels and journalists Katy Tur and Jacob Soboroff.
45 min
July 30, 2019
Episode 186
Rahm Emanuel, Michael Ian Black
Stephen welcomes former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel and actor Michael Ian Black.
45 min
July 31, 2019
Episode 187
Meek Mill, Nicholas Braun
Stephen welcomes rapper Meek Mill and actor Nicholas Braun.
45 min
August 1, 2019
Episode 188
Brian Cox,Hannah Gadsby, and Shane Torres.
Stephen welcomes actor Brian Cox, comic Hannah Gadsby, and stand-up comedian Shane Torres.
45 min
August 5, 2019
Episode 189
Amanda Seyfried, Jacob Tremblay, Brady Noon, Keith L. Williams
Stephen welcomes actress Amanda Seyfried, actors Jacob Tremblay, and Brady Noon and Keith L. Williams (“Good Boys”).
45 min
August 6, 2019
Episode 190
Tiffany Haddish, Jared Harris, The Smashing Pumpkins
Stephen welcomes actress Tiffany Haddish, actor Jared Harris, with musical guest The Smashing Pumpkins.
45 min
August 7, 2019
Episode 191
Ron Burgundy
Stephen welcomes special guest Ron Burgundy (Will Ferrell).
45 min
August 8, 2019
Episode 192
Cate Blanchett, Marc Maron
Stephen welcomes actress Cate Blanchett and actor Marc Maron.
45 min
August 12, 2019
Episode 193
Jada Pinkett Smith, Rep. Ayanna Pressley, Goo Goo Dolls
Stephen welcomes actress Jada Pinkett Smith, Rep. Ayanna Pressley, with musical guest Goo Goo Dolls.
45 min
August 13, 2019
Episode 194
Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, Jillian Bell, Tori Kelly
Stephen welcomes actor Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, actress Jillian Bell, with musical guest Tori Kelly.
45 min
August 14, 2019
Episode 195
Kirsten Dunst, Adam Devine, Lee Pace
Stephen welcomes actress Kirsten Dunst, actor Adam Devine, and actor Lee Pace.
45 min
August 15, 2019
Episode 2
Vice President Joe Biden, Pixies
Stephen welcomes democratic presidential hopeful Joe Biden and a musical performance by Pixies.
45 min
September 4, 2019
Episode 3
Pete Buttigieg, Graham Norton
Stephen welcomes democratic presidential hopeful Pete Buttigieg and TV host Graham Norton.
45 min
September 5, 2019
Episode 4
Condoleezza Rice, Bill Skarsgård, Banks
Stephen welcomes former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, actor Bill Skarsgård, and a musical performance by BANKS.
45 min
September 9, 2019
Episode 5
Ansel Elgort, Jodi Kantor, Megan Twohey
Stephen welcomes actor Ansel Elgort and journalists Jodi Kantor & Megan Twohey.
45 min
September 10, 2019
Episode 6
James McAvoy; Stephen King; Vampire Weekend
Stephen welcomes actor James McAvoy, author Stephen King, and a musical performance by Vampire Weekend.
45 min
September 11, 2019
Episode 7
Jake Tapper, Jon Lovett
Stephen welcomes journalist Jake Tapper and screenwriter Jon Lovett.
45 min
September 12, 2019
Episode 8
Tom Hiddleston, Marie Osmond
Stephen welcomes actor Tom Hiddleston and talk show host Marie Osmond.
45 min
September 16, 2019
Episode 9
Elizabeth Warren, Barry Williams, Maureen McCormick, Christopher Knight, Eve Plumb, Mike Lookinland, Susan Olsen
Stephen welcomes Senator Elizabeth Warren and actors Barry Williams, Maureen McCormick, Christopher Knight, Eve Plumb, Mike Lookinland & Susan Olsen (“The Brady Bunch”).
45 min
September 17, 2019
Episode 10
Billy Crystal, Thomas Rhett
Stephen welcomes actor Billy Crystal and a musical performance by Thomas Rhett.
45 min
September 18, 2019
Episode 11
Taraji P. Henson, Aasif Mandvi, Kevin Camia
Stephen welcomes actress Taraji P. Henson, actor Aasif Mandvi, and comic Kevin Camia.
45 min
September 19, 2019
Episode 12
The Best of Season 4: The Greatest Season 4 of All Time!
A recap of the best moments of Season 4.
45 min
September 20, 2019
Episode 13
Paul McCartney
Stephen welcomes singer-songwriter Paul McCartney.
45 min
September 23, 2019
Episode 14
Whoopi Goldberg, Ta-Nehisi Coates
Stephen welcomes talk show host Whoopi Goldberg and author Ta-Nehisi Coates.
45 min
September 24, 2019
Episode 15
Renée Zellweger, Walton Goggins
Stephen welcomes actress Renée Zellweger and actor Walton Goggins.
45 min
September 25, 2019
Episode 16
Sen. Bernie Sanders, Brittany Howard
Stephen welcomes Senator Bernie Sanders and a musical performance by Brittany Howard.
45 min
September 26, 2019
Episode 17
Patricia Heaton, Tegan and Sara
Stephen welcomes actress Patricia Heaton plus an interview with and musical performance by Tegan & Sara.
45 min
September 27, 2019
Episode 18
Hillary Rodham Clinton, Chelsea Clinton, Wilco
Stephen welcomes former Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton & daughter Chelsea Clinton and a musical performance by Wilco.
45 min
September 30, 2019
Episode 19
Rachel Maddow, Thom Yorke
Stephen welcomes TV host Rachel Maddow and musician Thom Yorke.
45 min
October 1, 2019
Episode 20
Rami Malek, Jill Soloway, Leah Bonnema
Stephen welcomes actor Rami Malek, TV director Jill Soloway, and comic Leah Bonnema.
45 min
October 2, 2019
Episode 21
Carrie Underwood, Kevin Smith, Jason Mewes
Stephen welcomes an interview with and musical performance by Carrie Underwood, filmmaker Kevin Smith, and actor Jason Mewes.
45 min
October 3, 2019
Episode 22
Jon Hamm, Pete Alonso
Stephen welcomes actor Jon Hamm and professional baseball player Pete Alonso.
45 min
October 4, 2019
Episode 23
Neil deGrasse Tyson, Susan Rice
Stephen welcomes astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson and former national security adviser Susan Rice.
45 min
October 7, 2019
Episode 24
Will Smith, Andrew Scott
Stephen welcomes actor Will Smith and actor Andrew Scott.
45 min
October 8, 2019
Episode 25
Jonathan Van Ness, Brett Gelman, Big Thief, Elizabeth Warren, Bernie Sanders, Pete Buttigieg
Stephen welcomes TV personality Jonathan Van Ness, actor Brett Gelman, a musical performance by Big Thief, and special appearances by Democratic presidential hopefuls Elizabeth Warren, Bernie Sanders & Pete Buttigieg.
45 min
October 9, 2019
Episode 26
John Oliver, Amy Sedaris, Paul McCartney, Big Thief
Stephen welcomes comic John Oliver, actress Amy Sedaris, singer-songwriter Paul McCartney, and a musical performance by Big Thief.
45 min
October 10, 2019
Episode 27
Julie Andrews, Jonathan Groff, YUNGBLUD ft. Dan Reynolds
Stephen welcomes actress Julie Andrews, actor Jonathan Groff, and a musical performance by YUNGBLUD ft. Dan Reynolds.
45 min
October 21, 2019
Episode 28
John Lithgow, Camila Mendes, Julie Andrews
Stephen welcomes actor John Lithgow, actress Camila Mendes, and actress Julie Andrews.
45 min
October 22, 2019
Episode 29
Ronan Farrow, Andrea Savage
Stephen welcomes journalist Ronan Farrow and actress Andrea Savage.
45 min
October 23, 2019
Episode 30
Steve Carell, Toby Keith
Stephen welcomes actor Steve Carell and a musical performance by Toby Keith.
45 min
October 24, 2019
Episode 31
Eddie Murphy, Ree Drummond
Stephen welcomes actor Eddie Murphy and blogger Ree Drummond.
45 min
October 25, 2019
Episode 32
Queen Latifah, Radhika Jones
Stephen welcomes actress Queen Latifah, Radhika Jones, and editor-in-chief of Vanity Fair.
45 min
October 28, 2019
Episode 33
Jennifer Aniston, Thomas Middleditch
Stephen welcomes actress Jennifer Aniston and actor Thomas Middleditch.
45 min
October 29, 2019
Episode 34
Norman Reedus, Cynthia Erivo, Miranda Lambert
Stephen welcomes actor Norman Reedus, actress Cynthia Erivo, and a musical performance by Miranda Lambert.
45 min
October 30, 2019
Episode 35
Nancy Pelosi
Stephen welcomes speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi.
45 min
October 31, 2019
Episode 36
Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, Conan O'Brien, Rob Corddry
Stephen welcomes rapper Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, TV host Conan O’Brien, and actor Rob Corddry.
45 min
November 1, 2019
Episode 37
Tim McGraw, Senator Sherrod Brown
Stephen welcomes country singer Tim McGraw and Sen Sherrod Brown.
45 min
November 4, 2019
Episode 38
Elizabeth Banks, Amy Klobuchar
Stephen welcomes actress Elizabeth Banks and Senator Amy Klobuchar.
45 min
November 5, 2019
Episode 39
Helen Mirren, Ian McKellen, “MasterChef Junior” Contestants
Stephen welcomes actress Helen Mirren, actor Ian McKellen, and contestants from the “MasterChef Junior” contest.
45 min
November 6, 2019
Episode 40
John Dickerson, King Princess
Stephen welcomes journalist John Dickerson, and a musical performance by King Princess.
45 min
November 7, 2019
Episode 41
Liev Schreiber, Daniel Kaluuya, Cold War Kids
Stephen welcomes actor Liev Schreiber, actor Daniel Kaluuya, and a musical performance by Cold War Kids.
45 min
November 12, 2019
Episode 42
Tim Robbins, Nicole Wallace
Stephen welcomes actor Tim Robbins and political analyst Nicolle Wallace.
45 min
November 13, 2019
Episode 43
Mark Ruffalo, Andy Cohen, Thom Yorke
Stephen welcomes actor Mark Ruffalo, TV host Andy Cohen, and a musical performance by Thom Yorke.
45 min
November 14, 2019
Episode 44
David Harbour, Karen Olivo, Aaron Tveit
Stephen welcomes actor David Harbour plus an interview with and musical performance by Karen Olivo & Aaron Tveit.
45 min
November 15, 2019
Episode 45
Adam Driver, The 1975, Jacinda Ardern
Stephen welcomes actor Adam Driver, a musical performance by The 1975, a special appearance by New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, and “Stephen Colbert: The Newest Zealander” Night 1.
45 min
November 18, 2019
Episode 46
Helena Bonham Carter, Lucy Lawless, Bret McKenzie
Stephen welcomes actress Helena Bonham Carter, a special appearance by actress Lucy Lawless, actor Bret McKenzie, and “Stephen Colbert: The Newest Zealander” Night 2.
45 min
November 19, 2019
Episode 47
John Heilemann, Alex Wagner
Stephen welcomes journalist John Heilemann and journalist Alex Wagner, plus “Stephen Colbert: The Newest Zealander” Night 3.
45 min
November 20, 2019
Episode 48
Kamala Harris, Lady Antebellum
Stephen welcomes Senator Kamala Harris and a musical performance by Lady Antebellum, plus “Stephen Colbert: The Newest Zealander” Night 4.
45 min
November 21, 2019
Episode 49
Daniel Craig, Lena Waithe
Stephen welcomes actor Daniel Craig and actress Lena Waithe, plus “Stephen Colbert: The Newest Zealander” Night 5.
45 min
November 22, 2019
Episode 50
Robert De Niro, J.J. Abrams
Stephen welcomes actor Robert De Niro and filmmaker J.J. Abrams.
45 min
November 25, 2019
Episode 51
Paul Rudd, Adrienne Warren
Stephen welcomes actor Paul Rudd and actress Adrienne Warren.
45 min
November 26, 2019
Episode 52
LL Cool J, José Andrés
Stephen welcomes actor LL Cool J, plus an interview with and a cooking demo by José Andrés.
45 min
November 27, 2019
Episode 53
Eddie Redmayne, Joe Pera, Pharrell Williams
Stephen welcomes actor Eddie Redmayne, comedian/actor Joe Pera, and a musical performance by Pharrell Williams.
45 min
December 4, 2019
Episode 54
Scarlett Johansson, The Weeknd
Stephen welcomes actress Scarlett Johansson, and a musical performance by The Weeknd.
45 min
December 5, 2019
Episode 55
Pharrell Williams, Chris Parnell, The Weeknd
Stephen welcomes singer-songwriter Pharrell Williams, actor Chris Parnell, and a musical performance by The Weeknd.
45 min
December 6, 2019
Episode 56
Saoirse Ronan, Tom Brokaw
Stephen welcomes actress Saoirse Ronan and journalist Tom Brokaw.
45 min
December 9, 2019
Episode 57
Ed Harris, Florence Pugh, Jon Batiste
Stephen welcomes actor Ed Harris, actress Florence Pugh, and a musical performance by Jon Batiste.
45 min
December 10, 2019
Episode 58
Clive Owen, Samantha Power, Thomas Rhett
Stephen welcomes actor Clive Owen, former ambassador to the UN Samantha Power, and a musical performance by Thomas Rhett.
45 min
December 11, 2019
Episode 59
Rep. Adam Schiff
Stephen welcomes Rep. Adam Schiff.
45 min
December 12, 2019
Episode 60
Mark Harmon, Caitlin Weierhauser
Stephen welcomes actor Mark Harmon, a stand-up comedy performance by Caitlin Weierhauser, and a special appearance by the cast of “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.”
45 min
December 13, 2019
Episode 61
Aaron Paul, Idina Menzel
Stephen welcomes actor Aaron Paul and a musical performance by Idina Menzel.
45 min
December 16, 2019
Episode 62
Jamie Foxx
Stephen welcomes actor Jamie Foxx.
45 min
December 17, 2019
Episode 63
Charlize Theron, Martha Stewart
Stephen welcomes actress Charlize Theron and television personality Martha Stewart.
45 min
December 18, 2019
Episode 64
Jennifer Hudson, Jonathan Pryce, Sharon Van Etten, Norah Jones
Stephen welcomes actress Jennifer Hudson, actor Jonathan Pryce, and a musical performance by Sharon Van Etten ft. Norah Jones.
45 min
December 19, 2019
Episode 65
Jane Fonda, Tan France, Miranda Lambert
Stephen welcomes actress Jane Fonda, TV personality Tan France, and a musical performance by Miranda Lambert.
45 min
January 6, 2020
Episode 66
Rose Byrne, Bobby Cannavale, Jamie Oliver, Kate Willett
Stephen welcomes actress Rose Byrne, actor Bobby Cannavale, chef Jamie Oliver, and a comedy performance by Kate Willett.
45 min
January 7, 2020
Episode 67
Larry David, Pedro Gonzalez
Stephen welcomes actor Larry David with a comedy performance by Pedro Gonzalez.
45 min
January 8, 2020
Episode 68
Bernie Sanders, Penn Badgley
Stephen welcomes democratic presidential hopeful Bernie Sanders and actor Penn Badgley.
45 min
January 9, 2020
Episode 69
Laura Dern, Kesha
Stephen welcomes actress Laura Dern plus an interview with and musical performance by Kesha.
45 min
January 10, 2020
Episode 70
Joe Scarborough & Mika Brzezinski, Cast of TINA: The Tina Turner Musical
Stephen welcomes TV hosts Joe Scarborough & Mika Brzezinski and a performance by the cast of “TINA: The Tina Turner Musical.”
45 min
January 13, 2020
Episode 71
Michael Bloomberg
Stephen welcomes presidential candidate Michael Bloomberg.
45 min
January 14, 2020
Episode 72
Andrew Yang, Abby McEnany
Stephen welcomes presidential candidate Andrew Yang and actress Abby McEnany.
45 min
January 15, 2020
Episode 73
Josh Gad, Tamron Hall, Tiana Major9, Earthgang
Stephen welcomes actor Josh Gad, journalist Tamron Hall, and a musical performance by Tiana Major9 & Earthgang.
45 min
January 16, 2020
Episode 74
Jim Gaffigan, Tom Steyer
Stephen welcomes stand-up comedian Jim Gaffigan and American philanthropist Tom Steyer.
45 min
January 20, 2020
Episode 75
Patrick Stewart, Dick Cavett
Stephen welcomes actor Patrick Stewart and TV personality Dick Cavett.
45 min
January 21, 2020
Episode 76
John Mulaney
Stephen welcomes John Mulaney.
45 min
January 22, 2020
Episode 77
Chris Cuomo, David Alan Grier, Jon Stewart
Stephen welcomes journalist Chris Cuomo, actor David Alan Grier, and a special appearance from actor Jon Stewart.
45 min
January 23, 2020
Episode 78
Antonio Banderas, Jay Hernandez
Stephen welcomes actor Antonio Banderas and actor Jay Hernandez, from the CBS drama Magnum P.I.
45 min
January 28, 2020
Episode 79
Steve Martin, Steep Canyon Rangers
Stephen welcomes actor Steve Martin, and a musical performance by Steve Martin and the Steep Canyon Rangers.
45 min
January 29, 2020
Episode 80
Samantha Bee, Michael Stipe, Dana Carvey
Stephen welcomes actress Samantha Bee, singer-songwriter Michael Stipe and a special appearance by comedian Dana Carvey.
45 min
January 30, 2020
Episode 81
Edie Falco, Fortune Feimster, Algiers, the cast of 'Cheer'
Stephen welcomes actress Edie Falco, comedian Fortune Feimster, a musical performance by Algiers, and a special appearance by Monica Aldama, La’Darius Marshall, Jerry Harris & Gabi Butler from the cast of “Cheer.”
45 min
January 31, 2020
Episode 82
James Taylor, Rob McElhenney, Triumph The Insult Comic Dog
Stephen welcomes singer-songwriter James Taylor, actor Rob McElhenney, and a special appearance by Triumph The Insult Comic Dog.
45 min
February 3, 2020
Episode 83
John Leguizamo, Philip Rucker, Carol Leonnig
Stephen welcomes actor John Leguizamo, reporter Philip Rucker, and journalist Carol Leonnig.
45 min
February 4, 2020
Episode 84
Jim Carrey
Stephen welcomes actor Jim Carrey.
45 min
February 5, 2020
Episode 85
Mayor Pete Buttigieg, Patton Oswalt
Stephen welcomes democratic presidential hopeful Pete Buttigieg and actor Patton Oswalt.
45 min
February 6, 2020
Episode 86
James Taylor, Joe Mantegna, Michael Kiwanuka
Stephen welcomes singer-songwriter James Taylor, actor Joe Mantegna, and a musical performance by Michael Kiwanuka.
45 min
February 7, 2020
Episode 87
John Oliver, Alex Ebert
Stephen welcomes TV host John Oliver and a musical performance by Alex Ebert.
45 min
February 10, 2020
Episode 88
Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Moses Sumney
Stephen welcomes actress Julia Louis-Dreyfus and a musical performance by Moses Sumney.
45 min
February 11, 2020
Episode 89
Will Ferrell
Stephen welcomes actor Will Ferrell.
45 min
February 12, 2020
Episode 90
James Marsden, Sam Heughan, John Oliver
Stephen welcomes actor James Marsden, actor Sam Heughan, and a special appearance by John Oliver.
45 min
February 13, 2020
Episode 91
Rahm Emanuel, Hailee Steinfeld
Stephen welcomes former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel, and a musical performance by Hailee Steinfeld.
45 min
February 24, 2020
Episode 92
Chris Christie, Nathaniel Rateliff
Stephen welcomes former Gov. Chris Christie and a musical performance by Nathaniel Rateliff.
45 min
February 25, 2020
Episode 93
Jason Segel, Charlotte Alter, Elizabeth Warren
Stephen welcomes actor Jason Segel, journalist Charlotte Alter, and Senator Elizabeth Warren.
45 min
February 26, 2020
Episode 94
John Turturro, Charlamagne Tha God, KALEO
Stephen welcomes actor John Turturro, radio personality Charlamagne Tha God, and a musical performance by KALEO.
45 min
February 27, 2020
Episode 95
Tyra Banks, Coyote Peterson
Stephen welcomes actress Tyra Banks and wildlife educator Coyote Peterson.
45 min
February 28, 2020
Episode 96
Ty Burrell, John Heilemann, James Taylor
Stephen welcomes actor Ty Burrell, journalist John Heilemann, and a musical performance by James Taylor.
45 min
March 2, 2020
Episode 97
Anthony Mackie, Susan Glasser, David Alan Grier
Stephen welcomes actor Anthony Mackie, journalist Susan Glasser, and actor David Alan Grier.
45 min
March 3, 2020
Episode 98
Chris Hayes, David Chang
Stephen welcomes journalist Chris Hayes and TV personality David Chang.
45 min
March 4, 2020
Episode 99
Keith Urban, Casey Wilson
Stephen welcomes actress Casey Wilson, plus an interview with and a musical performance by Keith Urban.
45 min
March 5, 2020
Episode 100
Neil deGrasse Tyson, Hannah Einbinder, Ty Burrell
Stephen welcomes astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson, a stand-up comedy performance by Hannah Einbinder, and a special appearance by Ty Burrell.
45 min
March 6, 2020
Episode 101
John Krasinski, Rachael & Vilray
Stephen welcomes actor John Krasinski and a musical performance by Rachael & Vilray.
45 min
March 9, 2020
Episode 102
Charles Barkley, Peter Sarsgaard
Stephen welcomes former professional basketball player Charles Barkley and actor Peter Sarsgaard.
45 min
March 10, 2020
Episode 103
Hank Azaria, Suzy Nakamura
Stephen welcomes actor Hank Azaria and actress Suzy Nakamura.
45 min
March 11, 2020
Episode 104
Dr. Sanjay Gupta
Stephen welcomes medical reporter Dr. Sanjay Gupta.
45 min
March 12, 2020
Episode 105
John Oliver
Stephen Colbert from home, with special guest John Oliver.
45 min
March 30, 2020
Episode 106
Daniel Radcliffe, Jonathan Karl, John Prine
Stephen welcomes actor Daniel Radcliffe, journalist Jonathan Karl, and a musical performance by John Prine.
45 min
March 31, 2020
Episode 107
Ryan Reynolds, Keith Urban
Stephen welcomes actor Ryan Reynolds, and a musical performance by Keith Urban.
45 min
April 1, 2020
Episode 108
Nancy Pelosi, Alicia Keys
Stephen welcomes Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, plus an interview with and musical performance by Alicia Keys.
45 min
April 2, 2020
Episode 109
Lady Gaga, Chance The Rapper, Jim James
Stephen welcomes singer Lady Gaga, Chance The Rapper, and a musical performance by Jim James.
45 min
April 6, 2020
Episode 110
Conan O'Brien, Michael Stipe
Stephen welcomes TV host Conan O’Brien and a musical performance by Michael Stipe.
45 min
April 7, 2020
Episode 111
Senator Bernie Sanders, Brandi Carlile
Stephen welcomes Senator Bernie Sanders and a musical tribute to John Prine by Brandi Carlile.
45 min
April 8, 2020
Episode 112
Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, Tommy Vietor, Jon Meacham, Dave Matthews
Stephen welcomes hosts of “Pod Save America”: Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, & Tommy Vietor, author & presidential historian Jon Meacham, and a musical tribute to John Prine by Dave Matthews.
45 min
April 9, 2020
Episode 113
Matthew McConaughey, Sam Hunt
Stephen welcomes actor Matthew McConaughey, and a musical performance by Sam Hunt.
45 min
April 13, 2020
Episode 114
Dr. Jonathan LaPook, Cate Blanchett
Stephen welcomes CBS News’ chief medical correspondent, Dr. Jonathan LaPook, and actress Cate Blanchett.
45 min
April 14, 2020
Episode 115
Shaquille O'Neal, Jessica Meir, Matt Berninger
Stephen welcomes retired basketball player Shaquille O’Neal, astronaut Jessica Meir, and a musical performance by Matt Berninger of the National.
45 min
April 15, 2020
Episode 116
Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Steve Martin
Stephen welcomes actress Phoebe Waller-Bridge and a special appearance by Steve Martin.
45 min
April 16, 2020
Episode 117
Trevor Noah, Willie, Lukas & Micah Nelson
Stephen welcomes television host Trevor Noah, and a musical performance by Willie, Lukas & Micah Nelson.
45 min
April 20, 2020
Episode 118
Michael Moore, Brett Eldredge
Stephen welcomes filmmaker Michael Moore and a musical performance by Brett Eldredge.
45 min
April 21, 2020
Episode 119
Nathan Lane, José Andrés
Stephen welcomes actor Nathan Lane and Chef José Andrés.
45 min
April 22, 2020
Episode 120
Bill Gates, Claire Danes, Mandy Patinkin
Stephen welcomes co-founder of Microsoft Corporation Bill Gates, actress Claire Danes, and actor Mandy Patinkin.
45 min
April 23, 2020
Episode 121
John Mulaney, John Fogerty
Stephen welcomes comedian John Mulaney and a musical performance by John Fogerty.
45 min
April 27, 2020
Episode 122
Jake Gyllenhaal, M. Ward
Stephen welcomes actor Jake Gyllenhaal, and a musical performance by M. Ward.
45 min
April 28, 2020
Episode 123
Amy Klobuchar, Pete Buttigieg, Haim
Stephen welcomes Senator Amy Klobuchar, Pete Buttigieg, former mayor of South Bend, Ind., and a musical performance by Haim.
45 min
April 29, 2020
Episode 124
Senator Chuck Schumer, Paul Giamatti
Stephen welcomes Senator Chuck Schumer and actor Paul Giamatti.
45 min
April 30, 2020
Episode 125
Thandie Newton, Ina Garten, John Mulaney
Stephen welcomes actress Thandie Newton, television host Ina Garten, and a special appearance by John Mulaney.
45 min
May 1, 2020
Episode 126
Anderson Cooper, Mark Foster
Stephen welcomes journalist Anderson Cooper and a musical performance by Mark Foster.
45 min
May 4, 2020
Episode 127
Stephen King, Sheryl Crow
Stephen welcomes author Stephen King and a musical performance by Sheryl Crow.
45 min
May 5, 2020
Episode 128
Robert De Niro, Randy Newman
Stephen welcomes actor Robert De Niro and a musical performance by Randy Newman.
45 min
May 6, 2020
Episode 129
Governor Andrew Cuomo, Christine and the Queens
Stephen welcomes New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, and a musical performance by Christine & the Queens.
45 min
May 7, 2020
Episode 130
Jake Tapper, Tame Impala
Stephen welcomes journalist Jake Tapper and a musical performance by Tame Impala.
45 min
May 11, 2020
Episode 131
Christine Baranski, Ellie Kemper
Stephen welcomes actress Christine Baranski and actress Ellie Kemper.
45 min
May 12, 2020
Episode 132
Hugh Laurie, Benjamin Gibbard
Stephen welcomes actor Hugh Laurie and a musical performance by Benjamin Gibbard.
45 min
May 13, 2020
Episode 133
John Lithgow, Alison Roman
Stephen welcomes actor John Lithgow and author Alison Roman.
45 min
May 14, 2020
Episode 134
Kumail Nanjiani, Andra Day, Elmo
Stephen welcomes actor Kumail Nanjiani, a musical performance by Andra Day, and a special appearance by Elmo.
45 min
May 18, 2020
Episode 135
Gayle King, Amy Sedaris
Stephen welcomes TV host Gayle King and actress Amy Sedaris.
45 min
May 19, 2020
Episode 136
Steve Carell, Wilco, Nick Kroll
Stephen welcomes actor Steve Carell, and a musical performance by Wilco, plus a special appearance by Nick Kroll.
45 min
May 20, 2020
Episode 137
Vice President Joe Biden
Stephen welcomes Vice President Joe Biden.
45 min
May 21, 2020
Episode 138
Killer Mike, Chris Hayes
Stephen welcomes rapper Killer Mike and political commentator Chris Hayes.
45 min
June 1, 2020
Episode 139
Keegan-Michael Key, Wes Moore
Stephen welcomes actor Keegan-Michael Key and author Wes Moore.
45 min
June 2, 2020
Episode 140
Charlamagne Tha God, Tunde Adebimpe
Stephen welcomes radio personality Charlamagne Tha God and a musical performance by Tunde Adebimpe of TV on the Radio.
45 min
June 3, 2020
Episode 141
Cory Booker, Brian Wilson
Stephen welcomes Senator Cory Booker and a musical performance by Brian Wilson.
45 min
June 4, 2020
Episode 142
Karen Bass, Andrew Ross Sorkin, Grace Potter
Stephen welcomes Rep. Karen Bass, journalist Andrew Ross Sorkin, and a musical performance by Grace Potter with Jackson Browne, Marcus King & Lucius.
45 min
June 5, 2020
Episode 143
Chris Wallace, Emmanuel Acho
Stephen welcomes news anchor Chris Wallace, and sports analyst and former NFL athlete Emmanuel Acho.
45 min
June 9, 2020
Episode 144
Stacey Abrams, Megan Rapinoe, The Flaming Lips
Stephen welcomes politician Stacey Abrams, professional soccer player Megan Rapinoe, and a performance by The Flaming Lips.
45 min
June 10, 2020
Episode 145
Wesley Lowery, Judd Apatow
Stephen welcomes journalist Wesley Lowery and filmmaker Judd Apatow.
45 min
June 11, 2020
Episode 146
John Dickerson, Black Pumas
Stephen welcomes journalist John Dickerson and a musical performance by Black Pumas.
45 min
June 15, 2020
Episode 147
Hasan Minhaj, Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit
Stephen welcomes comedian Hasan Minhaj and a musical performance by Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit.
45 min
June 16, 2020
Episode 148
Sen. Kamala Harris, Milky Chance & Jack Johnson
Stephen welcomes Senator Kamala Harris and a musical performance by Milky Chance & Jack Johnson.
45 min
June 17, 2020
Episode 149
Sherrilyn Ifill, Mike Birbiglia
Stephen welcomes sherrilyn Ifill, President of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, and comic Mike Birbiglia.
45 min
June 18, 2020
Episode 150
James Corden, Laura Benanti, Bright Eyes
Stephen welcomes talk show host James Corden, actress Laura Benanti, and a musical performance by Bright Eyes.
45 min
June 22, 2020
Episode 151
John Bolton
Stephen welcomes former national security advisor John Bolton.
45 min
June 23, 2020
Episode 152
Jon Stewart
Stephen welcomes comic Jon Stewart.
45 min
June 24, 2020
Episode 153
Ibram X. Kendi, Patton Oswalt
Stephen welcomes author Ibram X. Kendi and comedian Patton Oswalt.
45 min
June 25, 2020
Episode 154
Norah O'Donnell, IDK
Stephen welcomes journalist Norah O’Donnell and a musical performance by IDK.
45 min
July 13, 2020
Episode 155
Tom Hanks
Stephen welcomes actor Tom Hanks.
45 min
July 14, 2020
Episode 156
Ricky Gervais, Noah Cyrus, Billy Ray Cyrus
Stephen welcomes actor Ricky Gervais and a musical performance by Noah Cyrus & Billy Ray Cyrus.
45 min
July 15, 2020
Episode 157
W. Kamau Bell, The Chicks
Stephen welcomes television host W. Kamau Bell, and a musical performance by The Chicks.
45 min
July 16, 2020
Episode 158
Andy Cohen, Phoebe Bridgers
Stephen welcomes talk show host Andy Cohen and a musical performance by Phoebe Bridgers.
45 min
July 20, 2020
Episode 159
Greta Thunberg, Keegan-Michael Key
Stephen welcomes activist Greta Thunberg and actor Keegan-Michael Key.
45 min
July 21, 2020
Episode 160
Mary Trump
Stephen welcomes psychologist Mary Trump.
45 min
July 22, 2020
Episode 161
Ava DuVernay, Kristen Bell, Ben Folds
Stephen welcomes filmmaker Ava DuVernay, actress Kristen Bell, and a musical performance by Ben Folds.
45 min
July 23, 2020
Episode 162
Dr. Jon LaPook , Maroon 5
Stephen welcomes Dr. Jon LaPook and a musical performance by Maroon 5.
45 min
August 10, 2020
Episode 163
Laura Linney
Stephen welcomes actress Laura Linney.
45 min
August 11, 2020
Episode 164
April Ryan, Jason Sudeikis
Stephen welcomes journalist April Ryan and actor Jason Sudeikis.
45 min
August 12, 2020
Episode 165
Mark McKinnon, Alex Wagner, Baby Rose
Stephen welcomes political advisor Mark McKinnon, and journalist Alex Wagner. Plus a musical performance by Baby Rose.
45 min
August 13, 2020
Episode 166
Susan Rice, Sheryl Crow
Stephen welcomes former National Security Advisor Susan Rice and a musical performance by Sheryl Crow.
45 min
August 17, 2020
Episode 167
Elizabeth Warren, Regina Spektor
Stephen welcomes Senator Elizabeth Warren and a musical performance by Regina Spektor.
45 min
August 18, 2020
Episode 168
Bernie Sanders, Jon Batiste, Nathaniel Rateliff
Stephen welcomes Senator Bernie Sanders and a musical performance by Jon Batiste & Nathaniel Rateliff.
45 min
August 19, 2020
Episode 169
Hillary Rodham Clinton, The Killers
Stephen welcomes former Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton and a musical performance by The Killers.
45 min
August 20, 2020
Episode 170
Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, Tommy Vietor, Tim McGraw, Laura Benanti
Stephen welcomes Hosts of “Pod Save America”: Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett and Tommy Vietor, a musical performance by Tim McGraw, and a special appearance by actress Laura Benanti.
45 min
August 24, 2020
Episode 171
Trey Gowdy, Keanu Reeves, Alex Winter
Stephen welcomes former Congressman Trey Gowdy, actor Keanu Reeves, and actor Alex Winter.
45 min
August 25, 2020
Episode 172
Nancy Pelosi, Lucinda Williams
Stephen welcomes Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi and a musical performance by Lucinda Williams.
45 min
August 26, 2020
Episode 173
Governor Chris Christie, Gregory Porter
Stephen welcomes former Gov. Chris Christie and a musical performance by Gregory Porter.
45 min
August 27, 2020