In a recent episode of The Late Late Show with James Corden, the chat show host welcomed professor and author Yuval Noah Harari to the studio for the first time. Harari, who had previously joined the show via Zoom during the COVID-19 pandemic, proved to be a fascinating and engaging guest.
During their conversation, Corden and Harari delved into deep philosophical questions, pondering the nature of reality and our responsibility for its perception. The discussion was thought-provoking and showcased Harari’s intellectual prowess.
But the show didn’t stop there. Corden, always known for his humor and wit, transitioned seamlessly into the news segment. One of the topics on the agenda was the arrival of U.S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken in Ottawa for his first official visit to Canada. Corden quipped that Canada is like a reliable weed dealer – always there when you need them but not necessarily a top diplomatic priority.
The segment also touched on former President Barack Obama‘s ongoing involvement in politics. Corden humorously urged the Democrats to let the man retire, comparing their reliance on Obama to his own father’s attachment to a jacket he received a compliment on back in 2008.
On the Republican side, Corden joked about their choice of star power, highlighting the “my pillow guy,” Mike Lindell, as the best they could come up with. This playful banter showcased Corden’s ability to find humor in the world of politics.
In lighter news, the show brought attention to a lawsuit against a California marijuana company. Two customers claimed that the company had lied about the potency of its products, leading to a less “high” experience than expected. Corden playfully commented on the incredible organizational skills of frequent weed smokers who manage to litigate the issue.
To keep the Halloween spirit alive, the show also covered a rather bizarre incident involving a Halloween decoration. A mother ordered what was labeled as a “scary fake corpse in a bag,” only to discover that it was actually an inflatable sex doll. Corden and his audience found humor in the absurdity of the situation, joking about the misfortune of anyone expecting a sex doll only to receive a dead corpse instead.
The Halloween theme continued as Corden and his guest engaged in a lively debate about the appropriateness of displaying skeletons and other morbid decorations on front lawns. Corden argued that the presence of these eerie props serves as a reminder of our mortality, while his guest held a different perspective.
The show concluded with lighter stories, like a British man finding a ring with a metal detector and attempting to return it to its owner. However, as it turned out, the owner had deliberately thrown the ring away after a bad divorce, leading to a humorous commentary on the complexities of relationships.
In true Late Late Show fashion, James Corden delivered a lively and entertaining episode that kept viewers engaged from start to finish. With his signature humor and ability to explore both light-hearted and thought-provoking topics, Corden once again proved why his show remains a top choice for late-night entertainment.
