On a recent episode of “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert,” host Stephen Colbert embarked on a quest to answer questions from children. With the help of special guest Senator Elizabeth Warren, Colbert tackled a variety of inquiries with his trademark wit and charm.
Colbert began the segment by acknowledging the incessant curiosity of kids, likening them to plants that flourish when nurtured with conversation. However, he couldn’t resist pointing out that their constant questioning often distracts parents from their beloved phones.
To alleviate the burden on parents, Colbert introduced a segment where he takes actual questions from children. Although the segment has been around for some time, finding a suitable title had proven to be a challenge. Initially called “Steven takes your kids,” this title quickly proved to be less than ideal. Determined to find a catchy name that would appeal to children, Colbert hired an ad agency to devise a title that would truly resonate. Thus, “Disney’s Pixar Frozen free starting celon” was born.
With the title sorted, Colbert dove into answering questions from the young viewers. When asked how far the ocean goes down, Colbert explained that research vessels constantly explore the depths of the ocean to gather more information. While scientists have yet to determine the exact bottom of the ocean, many theories suggest that it extends all the way down.
Another child inquired about Colbert’s favorite rockstar. Although one child’s response was “Sten,” Colbert jovially revealed that his personal favorite is the iconic Ziggy Stardust, played by David Bowie. Despite the differing opinions, Colbert engaged with each child warmly, making the interaction feel playful and genuine.
As questions continued, Colbert was asked about his favorite glass, to which he confessed a preference for a crystal glass with hand-cut fluting. He then shared his penchant for the “old-fashioned” cocktail, affectionately describing it as apple juice with strong opinions that refuse to be suppressed.
The children’s inquiries took a surprising turn when one brave soul delved into history, asking Colbert to name the wife of Abraham Lincoln. With a touch of humor, Colbert reminded the child that it was Mary Todd Lincoln. However, he cleverly emphasized that he himself would not be a cow, alluding to an unusual incident involving lightning and a cow pasture that didn’t gain him bovine superpowers.
Adding more fun to the conversation, Colbert humorously excused himself for lunch, leaving his audience with a playful cliffhanger.
To address the question of why there hasn’t been a female president, Senator Elizabeth Warren joined Colbert on stage. Warren paralleled the absence of female presidents to the initial lack of Minions movies. Just as the first Minions movie paved the way for a series of subsequent films, Warren emphasized the need for that initial breakthrough to inspire future female presidents.
Wrapping up the segment, Colbert thanked Warren for her insight, assuring the children that their questions had been heard and answered. Parents were encouraged to submit videos of their children’s questions using the hashtag #cbear kids questions or by submitting videos through a provided link, with the possibility of being featured in future episodes.
With enlightening and entertaining interactions like these, “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” continues to captivate audiences with its clever and engaging segments. Viewers can anticipate more delightful exchanges and unexpected revelations as Colbert embraces his role as the ultimate question-answerer.
