In a recent episode of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, host Stephen Colbert delivered his signature humor and wit while discussing a range of topics, including the stock market, drones, astronaut delays, Trump’s lawsuit, Justin Timberlake‘s wardrobe malfunction, and even a surprising announcement from Pornhub.
Colbert kicked off the show by addressing the recent plunge in the stock market, humorously remarking how he had placed his money in a unique cryptocurrency called Fartcoin, which surged to nearly $1 billion in market capitalization. With trademark humor, Colbert quipped that Fartcoin may be silent but wealthy.
Moving on, Colbert delved into the mysterious phenomenon of drones appearing over New Jersey. He shared that while President Joe Biden assured the public that there was nothing nefarious behind the drones, the spookily lit set didn’t quite inspire confidence. Colbert humorously urged everyone to remain perfectly silent to avoid being swooped up by the drones.
Colbert then shifted gears to discuss the delays in NASA astronauts’ return from the International Space Station. Reassuringly, he stated that the stranded astronauts, Butch Wilmore and Sunni Williams, were well-stocked with food, water, clothing, and some special items to celebrate the holidays. He couldn’t help but add a touch of humor by jokingly singing about a new poop tube for their return.
The talk show host didn’t miss the opportunity to touch on Donald Trump‘s latest lawsuit against Iowa pollster Ann Selzer and The Des Moines Register. Trump claimed they were responsible for a prediction that showed him losing the state by three to four points. Colbert amusingly compared the lawsuit to the infamous Groundhog Day movie, cautioning Punxsutawney Phil to lawyer up if he wants to see his shadow again.
Adding a pop culture twist, Colbert mentioned Justin Timberlake‘s recent wardrobe malfunction at a concert in Nashville. With playful banter, Colbert addressed the jokes surrounding Timberlake’s “underwhelming bulge,” emphasizing the humor around the situation.
Bringing up a surprising piece of news, Colbert announced that Pornhub would block access for Floridians starting January 1st due to a new law. Under the law, users would have to upload sensitive personal information to verify their age, a move that Pornhub humorously acknowledged by jokingly asking for users’ stepmom’s maiden name instead of their moms’.
Colbert concluded the episode on a more serious note, sharing the news that Party City was planning to file for its second bankruptcy in less than two years. He noted that the pressure intensified due to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and a helium shortage, lamenting the impact on jobs.
Overall, in this episode of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, the host entertained his audience with his unique brand of comedy while touching on a variety of current events and pop culture moments. Colbert’s engaging and lively approach to discussing these topics made for an entertaining and captivating show.
