Stephen Colbert
Mentioned in 56 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
Late-night talk show host best known for coining the term "truthiness" and hosting *The Late Show*, where he conducts high-profile celebrity interviews. Podcasts frequently discuss his 2026 interview with political candidate James Talarico, which CBS initially blocked due to FCC equal-time rule concerns—Colbert subsequently posted the censored content on YouTube where it garnered significant viewership. Also known for his comedy work, including a recurring Melania Trump sketch, and his podcast spinoff *The Late Show Pod Show*.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
I Am All In with Scott Patterson · Apr 16, 2026
Alix vs. Alex What The Hell is Going On, Why You Might Fall Asleep During The Laguna Beach Reunion, Plus Should We or Should We Not Be Watching the Miniature Wife?
“Provides narration for The Testaments series; replaces Oprah from original Handmaid's Tale narration”
IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson · Apr 15, 2026
Have a Good Laugh with Jimmy Kimmel
“Colleague mentioned as fellow late-night host addressing serious political topics”
Obsessed: The Podcast · Apr 11, 2026
‘Colbert Report’ Co-Creator Misses the Old Stephen
“Subject of discussion; Carlin co-created The Colbert Report with him and reflects on his late-night transition”
Congressional Dish · Apr 10, 2026
CD336: SAVE America from Easily Voting
“Hosted Meryl Streep segment discussing voter suppression concerns”
Armstrong & Getty On Demand · Apr 8, 2026
What Are Tonsil Stones?!
“Referenced as funny when not being political, contrasted with Springsteen's political messaging”
O'Connor & Company · Apr 8, 2026
Iran Update, Cal Thomas, Lincoln Memorial Update
“Late-night show being replaced by apolitical comedy format due to declining viewership and political saturation”
O'Connor & Company · Apr 8, 2026
Cal Thomas on the Iran Ceasefire and the Future of Late Night
“Late-night host whose show is being replaced by stand-up comedy program”
The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert · Apr 8, 2026
Oprah Winfrey | Far Out
“Host conducting interview with Oprah and delivering comedy segments on current events”
Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis · Apr 8, 2026
The World Awaits: U.S. Threats Against Iran Escalate, Armin Rosen on How Israelis See the Iran Crisis, Republican Dissent Begins & Pam Bondi's Ousting
“Being replaced on late-night show on May 21st; O'Reilly speculates lawsuit concerns delayed departure”
Best of The Roula Show with Eric · Apr 7, 2026
6a Calling Sandra, Scoop Talk Show End Of Era and Panic Button Ex Gf In Profile Pic 04-07-26
“Late-night talk show host whose show is being replaced by Byron Allen's comedy programming”
This Week in Startups · Mar 27, 2026
The $60 billion resource hiding in space, and the start trying to mine it (feat. Matt Gialich, Astroforge) | E2268
“Co-writing new Lord of the Rings film with Peter Jackson and his son”
Adam Carolla Show · Mar 27, 2026
Graham Parker + Wyclef Jean (Carolla Classics)
“Made satirical counter-offer to Trump's charity challenge on his show”
Good Hang with Amy Poehler · Mar 24, 2026
Steve Carell
“Carell's longtime collaborator from Second City; provided mentorship on field piece comedy ethics”
Handsome · Mar 20, 2026
Pretty Little Episode #83
“Referenced as creative professional whose behind-the-scenes process would be fascinating to observe”
All There Is with Anderson Cooper · Mar 20, 2026
Sara Bareilles: 'Life's Holiest Lesson'
“Subject of Bareilles' song 'Home'; discussed losing his father and two brothers in a plane crash at age 10”
The Daily · Mar 18, 2026
Inside the Government’s Crackdown on TV
“Late-night host whose planned political interview was canceled due to FCC equal time concerns”
Adam Carolla Show · Mar 17, 2026
Dan Abrams: Why People Hate Cops & What the Media Gets Wrong
“Late-night host referenced in comparison to Gutfeld's alternative approach”
Insiders: The TV Podcast · Mar 13, 2026
Uncertainty over CNN's future, new BBC funding ideas and Meghan Markle’s jam making empire consciously uncouples from Netflix
“Late night host leaving CBS in May, honored at Writers Guild Awards for journalism bravery”
All There Is with Anderson Cooper · Mar 11, 2026
Robert Irwin: Finding Strength in the Vulnerability of Grief
“Late-night host who appeared on podcast discussing loss of father and brothers; inspired Sarah Braillis song”
Adam Carolla Show · Mar 5, 2026
James Woods Tells Wild Hollywood Stories + the Dark Side of Politics
“Late-night host criticized for inflammatory rhetoric calling Trump 'Putin's cock holster'”
The Daily · Mar 3, 2026
The Midterms Begin With a Texas-Size Showdown
“Late night host whose interview with Talarico was blocked, creating viral moment”
Greg Laurie: A New Beginning · Mar 1, 2026
Dealing with Doubt | Sunday Message
“Interviewer; conducted conversation with Nicolas Cage about death and afterlife”
Possible · Feb 25, 2026
Network effects, AI medicine, and the fight for free speech
“TV host whose interview was censored by CBS, later posted on YouTube with 10 million views”
No Agenda Show · Feb 22, 2026
1845 - "Slave Slab"
“Late-night host; barred from airing political interview; ran content on YouTube instead; losing show in spring”
#SistersInLaw · Feb 21, 2026
280: The Red Queen’s Revenge
“Late-night host who posted censored interview on YouTube after CBS refused to air it; previously criticized CBS settlement with Trump”
Political Gabfest · Feb 21, 2026
Gabfest Reads | From Busboy to Corporate Tool to Priest
“Comedian and television host for whom Martin served as unofficial chaplain to the Colbert Nation”
Amicus With Dahlia Lithwick | Law, justice, and the courts · Feb 21, 2026
Trump’s Tariffs Overturned
“Late-night host whose interview with Democratic politician was censored by CBS citing equal-time rule”
On the Media · Feb 21, 2026
The Man With a Plan to Reshape Broadcast TV
“Late Show host; pulled interview with James Tallarico due to equal time rule concerns raised by CBS lawyers”
Making Sense with Sam Harris · Feb 20, 2026
#460 — When the Center Cannot Hold
“Late-night host mentioned in context of FCC equal time rule enforcement and partisan media regulation”
Pivot · Feb 20, 2026
Andrew Arrest Fallout, Colbert Calls BS, Zuck Pushes Back
“Called out CBS for preventing him from airing political interview due to FCC equal time rule concerns”
Higher Learning with Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay · Feb 20, 2026
LaBeouf Takes Louisiana. Plus, Colbert, Crockett, and Talarico.
“Late-night host whose planned interview with James Talarico was blocked by CBS over FCC equal-time rule enforcement”
Pod Save America · Feb 20, 2026
1123: Trump: "I've Won Affordability"
“Late night host who defied CBS lawyers to air Talarico interview on YouTube after network concerns”
Louder with Crowder · Feb 18, 2026
Liar Liar: Stephen Colbert Gets His BS Debunked by CBS & A Strong Independent Black Woman
“Late-night host accused of fabricating FCC censorship claims and lying about equal time rules to create false victimhood narrative”
Music Saved Me Podcast · Feb 18, 2026
Jon Lampley : How Music Became My Path to Healing and Resilience-Music Saved Me with Lynn Hoffman
“Host of The Late Show; Lampley observed his audience engagement and improvisational techniques over 10+ years”
Breaking Bread with Tom Papa · Feb 17, 2026
Episode 307 - Laura Benanti
“Late-night host whose ability to maintain optimism while covering dark political content serves as model for Laura's approach”
Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar · Feb 17, 2026
2/17/26: Epstein Files Coverup, ICE Caught Lying, Trump Election Takeover
“Revealed FCC pressure on CBS preventing interview with James Tallarico Senate candidate”
The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert · Feb 12, 2026
Stephen Presents: Laura Benanti
“Host of The Late Show who created the recurring Melania Trump sketch with Laura Benanti starting in 2016”
The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert · Feb 11, 2026
Stephen Presents: Katherine LaNasa (Extended) | 'The Pitt'
“Late Show host conducting interview; LaNasa credits his philosophy on grief and loss as transformative during personal crisis”
The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert · Feb 10, 2026
Stephen Presents: Tim Meadows (Extended)
“Host of The Late Show Pod Show; longtime friend and mentor who helped Meadows' career during difficult period”
The Besties · Feb 6, 2026
Is Dragon Quest VII Too Easy? Is Nioh 3 Too Hard?
“Voice of ship's AI in Star Trek Starfleet Academy; mentioned for comedic ad-read segments in the show”
This Week in Startups · Feb 4, 2026
Savvy is HQ Trivia + Wordle (feat. Scott Rogowsky) | E2245
“Late night host who had Scott as guest and admitted to playing HQ Trivia twice unsuccessfully”
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus · Jan 31, 2026
Listen Again: Julia Gets Wise with Catherine O’Hara
“Invited Julia Louis-Dreyfus to meet the Pope as part of a comedy delegation”
The Rich Roll Podcast · Jan 29, 2026
Bruce Wagner Writes Transgressive Novels About Tragedy & Transcendence
“Real public figure embedded in Wagner's novel Amputation; explored through lens of tragedy and Catholicism”
IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson · Jan 28, 2026
Surrender to the Process with Jon Batiste and Suleika Jaouad
“Jon Batiste served as band leader and musical director for his late-night talk show for seven years”
The Megyn Kelly Show · Jan 27, 2026
New Details About PAST Pretti Encounter with ICE, and Michelle Obama's New Barack Complaints, with Ruthless | Ep. 1239
“Criticized for partisan political commentary and suggesting national divorce”
The Michael Shermer Show · Jan 27, 2026
Truth Still Matters (And Here's Why)
“Comedian who coined term 'truthiness' on his show, which Shermer appeared on multiple times”
Lovett or Leave It · Dec 20, 2025
What a Year
“Late Show host whose show was cancelled by CBS/Paramount; subject of Trump's gloating on Truth Social”
All There Is with Anderson Cooper · Dec 10, 2025
Ben Stiller: Facing His Past
“Referenced for introducing Anderson Cooper to concept of grief as a gift”
All There Is with Anderson Cooper · Dec 3, 2025
Nick Cave: Grief’s Jagged Edges
“Referenced for his discussion of becoming 'more fully human' through grief”
SmartLess · Nov 10, 2025
"Tom Freston"
“Comedian who launched career at Comedy Central under Freston's leadership, later became major TV personality”