In a surprising turn of events, Pope Francis has announced that he will be meeting with none other than Stephen Colbert on his popular talk show, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert. As a devout Catholic himself, Colbert is understandably thrilled about this opportunity to meet with the leader of the Catholic Church.
Taking place at the Vatican, this meeting is part of an effort to establish a link between the Catholic Church and comic artists. Colbert will be joining a delegation of 105 comics and humorists from 15 countries, including well-known names like Jim Gaffigan, Conan O’Brien, Whoopi Goldberg, Jimmy Fallon, and Chris Rock. It’s safe to say that the Vatican is in for a night of laughter and entertainment.
However, the excitement surrounding this meeting is not without controversy. Recent reports suggest that Pope Francis used a homophobic slur during a closed-door Vatican meeting. This comes as a surprise to many, considering the Pope’s previously progressive stance on LGBTQ+ issues. It’s disheartening to see a leader who has made landmark statements in support of same-sex civil unions and LGBTQ+ outreach now being associated with derogatory language.
This unfortunate incident has sparked disappointment among the LGBTQ+ community and its allies. It’s difficult to fathom how the Pope, who was once seen as an ally, could now be perceived as less LGBTQ+-friendly than a sport like NASCAR.
In other news, Joe Biden’s presidential campaign is working hard to appeal to younger voters, as evidenced by the formation of a super PAC called “Won’t Pack Down.” With a mission to create Pro-Biden content for voters under 30, the PAC has brought in writers from popular shows like Parks and Recreation, Big Mouth, and Saturday Night Live. Their goal is to craft engaging content that resonates with young people and addresses the issues they care about.
The efforts seem to be paying off, as Biden is currently leading in polls. According to 538’s projection system, Biden has a 53% chance of winning compared to Trump’s 47%. Of course, anything can happen between now and November, but it’s an encouraging sign for the Biden campaign.
On a lighter note, the world of competitive eating has been rocked by news that Joey Chestnut, the renowned hot dog eating champion, has been banned from the Nathan’s Fourth of July hot dog eating contest. The controversy stems from Chestnut’s endorsement deal with plant-based company Impossible Foods.
Fans of the competition are divided, with some meat lovers feeling betrayed by Chestnut’s association with a plant-based brand. However, Impossible Foods has stated that they have no intention of preventing Chestnut from competing and encourage him to participate in any contest he chooses.
Chestnut himself expressed disappointment at the ban but assured fans that they would see him eat again soon. It’s commendable to see his determination and refusal to let adversity hinder his passion for competitive eating.
In a bizarre twist, raw milk has become a political issue in recent years. Popular among right-wing Americans, drinking raw milk has gained popularity despite warnings from the CDC that it can make you very sick. Turning Point USA, an ultra-conservative group, is even selling shirts with the slogan “Got Raw Milk.”
With all this entertainment news and controversy, it’s clear that The Late Show with Stephen Colbert continues to capture attention and provide a platform for engaging discussions. Stay tuned for more exciting guests and thought-provoking conversations on Stephen Colbert‘s talk show.
