In a recent episode of "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," the charismatic host took the opportunity to recap the wild events of the summer. As usual, Colbert's witty banter and satirical commentary had the audience roaring with laughter.
The episode kicked off with Colbert's triumphant return to the Ed Sullivan Theater after the writers' strike. The host expressed his gratitude for the new contract, which included protections against artificial intelligence, cost-of-living increases, and better pay for streaming. With his writers back in their "joke holes," Colbert promised viewers a screen full of good and ha-ha moments.
Colbert wasted no time delving into the crazy events that transpired over the summer. From Prince Charles finally getting a job at the age of 74 to a bunch of orcas attacking yachts, there was no shortage of absurdity. The host couldn't help but take a playful jab at Russia for banning late-night hosts, including himself, but allowing his friend Jimmy Fallon to continue entertaining.
As the recap continued, Colbert touched on the devastating wildfires in Canada, which turned New York's air into Satan's "butthole." June 8th marked a significant day as Donald Trump was hit with a 37-count indictment for hoarding national secrets. The photos of where he stored them, including next to a Mar-a-Lago guest toilet, left the audience in stitches.
In an unexpected turn of events, an attempted coup in Russia by Wagner Group founder and Pope Francis' evil twin, Yevgeny Prigozhin, ended with his plane exploding in midair. Colbert couldn't resist making a quip about being stuck in coach, jokingly asking a flight attendant about the availability of the "diarrhea plane."
July brought record-breaking heat, a Hollywood actors' strike, and the shocking discovery of cocaine at the White House. The incongruity of Barbie and Oppenheimer dominating the box office only heightened the summer's surreal atmosphere. Colbert couldn't resist sneaking in a comedic punchline about Oppenheimer's lack of "genitals."
The talk-show host then shifted gears, discussing a former military intelligence officer's testimony to Congress about the U.S. government's knowledge of UFOs since the 1930s. This revelation shed light on the popular vaudeville duo Laurel and Zogon, who were presumed to be aliens all along.
Elon Musk made headlines in July when he rebranded Twitter as "X." The bewildering move left the world wondering "why?" The recapping frenzy continued with August bringing a new indictment for Trump, this time alleging that his lies fueled the events of January 6th. Colbert amusingly pondered the prospect of Trump vetoing bills from his hypothetical cellblock, keeping the audience engaged with his trademark humor.
Mid-September offered more interesting tidbits, including Mexico's Congress holding a UFO hearing and unveiling what they claimed were alien bodies. Interestingly, Lauren Boebert, a controversial congresswoman, was reportedly kicked out of a performance of "Beetlejuice" for causing a disturbance by allegedly yanking her date's crank.
To cap off the summer recap, Colbert couldn't resist mentioning Senator Bob Menendez's federal corruption charges. Prosecutors humorously referred to the Egyptian bribes he allegedly received as a "pyramid scheme," adding another layer of absurdity to an already eventful summer.
As always, Stephen Colbert delivered an entertaining and energetic monologue, showcasing his comedic prowess and knack for delivering timely punchlines. With each recap, the audience was treated to a whirlwind of amusing and sometimes unbelievable events. It's no wonder why "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" remains a beloved talk show for entertainment enthusiasts around the world.
