James started off by mentioning that the bright lights in the studio were the one thing that didn’t quite fit the sexy vibe of the show. He proposed bringing in a moody lighting setup to set the mood just right. And let’s be honest, who wouldn’t want to watch James Corden in a sultry ambiance?
But the changes didn’t stop there. James also wanted to experiment with some new music to accompany the show. He suggested adding a little drum-and-bass beat to spice things up. However, he hilariously revealed that he couldn’t fully embrace the groove because of a contractual obligation to not feel too close to Pete, one of the show’s producers. Oh, the sacrifices one must make!
The visual changes seemed to have a positive impact, as James admired his improved appearance on the monitor. With the new lighting, he even joked about his newfound cheekbones. But let’s not get carried away with all the changes just yet. James politely requested to bring the lights back up after being satisfied with the experimental setup.
Amidst all the sexy talk, James didn’t miss the opportunity to celebrate a special occasion on the show – Mark’s birthday. Mark is undoubtedly one of the sexiest people on the staff, and the team made sure to give him a shout-out on his big day. James and Mark shared their favorite moments from seeing the hit musical “Hamilton” on stage, showing that even birthday celebrations can be filled with love for the arts.
Once the birthday festivities concluded, James moved on to discussing a rather unexpected shift in the political landscape. The recent elections had taken a surprising turn, with Republicans winning in states that were previously carried by Joe Biden. James playfully quipped about the Democratic Party considering desperate options, including questioning the legitimacy of the elections. It seems like politics can sometimes be as unpredictable and exciting as a late-night talk show!
Moving on from politics, James delved into technology news. He touched upon the growing interest in the metaverse and Microsoft Teams’ plans to develop 3D avatars for virtual meetings. The idea of attending meetings as animated versions of ourselves left James with more questions than answers. He humorously expressed his confusion about the concept of the metaverse, avatars, and the whole idea of a virtual reality future.
The conversation then took a surprising turn to digital sneakers. James couldn’t resist poking fun at Nike’s trademark filing for selling digital versions of its sneakers and other products in virtual worlds. He jokingly wondered who would buy digital sneakers and questioned the desirability of experiencing sneaker-related embarrassment in the cloud.
Despite his skepticism, James found some positivity in the idea of the metaverse, particularly in the potential for serene virtual destinations that people can’t physically visit. He admired the glass half-full perspective and even engaged in a playful discussion about the origins of the term “dick head.”
The episode wrapped up with some quirky news, including Samsung’s invention of cargo pants specifically designed to hold its smartphones. James couldn’t help but chuckle at the thought of people wondering if these smart pants made their butts look bigger. And let’s not forget the mock battle between British Royal Marines and the United States Marine Corps, where the British troops forced the Americans into a surrender, reminding them that they had the better version of “The Office.”
Overall, it was another lively and entertaining episode of “The Late Late Show with James Corden.” From the quest for sexiness to discussions about the metaverse and digital sneakers, James kept the audience entertained with his signature wit and humor. Who knows what surprises await us on future episodes of this talk show extravaganza?
