The Late Show with Stephen Colbert never fails to entertain with its witty banter and hilarious sketches. In a recent episode, Colbert addressed the changing trends during the holiday season, and let’s just say, some of them are quite surprising.
According to a new poll, Americans are ready to shake things up when it comes to their Christmas traditions. One of the most shocking revelations is that many people want to swap out the traditional turkey dinner for… burgers! That’s right, burgers on Christmas. Dr. Clarence T. Goblen, a noted sociographic analyst (or so Colbert tells us), revealed that burgers are not the only alternative. Pizza, tacos, and Chinese takeout are also popular choices for a non-traditional holiday meal.
But it’s not just the food that Americans want to change. A whopping 47% of respondents stated that they would prefer to spend the entire day in their pajamas rather than getting dressed up. Colbert humorously points out that this sounds more like clinical depression than Christmas.
Moving on to the dating scene, there are some interesting winter dating trends emerging. One such trend is called “snowmanning.” It refers to a holiday fling that quickly fizzles out once the initial excitement wears off, similar to a snowman melting away. Colbert jokes that “snowmanning” should not be confused with the musical duo called Snowmanning consisting of quarterback Peyton Manning and Canadian reggae rapper Snow.
Other winter dating trends include “sledging,” which involves dragging someone along through the holidays with the intention of dumping them, and “winter coating,” where people reach out to old flames during the winter season. Colbert adds his own amusing twist to “winter coating,” suggesting that sometimes you might even find a $20 bill inside your old lover, which certainly spices things up.
In addition to these fascinating trends, Colbert mentions that Popeye the Sailor and Tintin, the beloved comic book character, will be entering the public domain in 2025. He jokes about celebrating New Year’s Eve with “Anderson and Andy’s Popeye’s Eve,” now that the iconic character will be free for everyone to enjoy.
Colbert doesn’t shy away from discussing politics either, even if he prefers to keep it light-hearted. He mentions the political crisis surrounding Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, jokingly calling him a “talking candlestick,” and highlighting the potential impact of Trump’s proposed tariffs on Canadian imports.
To wrap things up, Colbert touches on some bird news (because who doesn’t love our feathered friends?), and shares the surprising statistic that Guinness, once seen as a drink for middle-aged men, has surged in popularity among younger women in the UK.
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert always brings its A-game when it comes to entertaining and discussing current events, and this episode was no exception. From alternative holiday meals to quirky dating trends and worldwide political crises, Colbert keeps us engaged, informed, and laughing throughout the show.
