In the latest episode of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, the host and his audience showed their excitement for the upcoming Super Bowl. Colbert shared his love for everything about the game, from the commercials to the halftime show, the delicious snacks, and of course, the football itself. He mentioned that this year’s matchup is between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles, both vying for victory. Interestingly, Taylor Swift will be in attendance to support her boyfriend, the Chiefs’ superstar tight end.
But what caught everyone’s attention was Colbert’s mention of animals making Super Bowl winner predictions. Various creatures from a tiger to a skunk and even a groundhog have chosen their favorites using unique methods. Draft Chimps, a platform for animal-based sports betting, is where you can go to place your bets based on these predictions.
Moving on to other news, Colbert couldn’t resist discussing Elon Musk‘s recent endeavors. He jokingly referred to Musk and his crew as “Teenage Mutant Incels” as they continue to disrupt the government. Colbert mentioned that the White House ordered the CIA to send an unclassified email listing the names of employees hired in the last two years. Despite assurances that the agents’ identities were protected, Colbert humorously questioned the effectiveness of such a “random email” containing only the first names and initials of last names.
Colbert also highlighted the absurdity of recent actions by Trump’s goons, such as painting over murals promoting diversity and kindness and confiscating motivational plaques. Even federal agencies like the national Atmospheric Administration and the National Weather Service are not safe from these bizarre actions. Doge, a fictional character, has apparently gained access to the National Weather Service’s IT systems in search of something Colbert humorously called “Dei” or gender confusion in rain and snow.
The late-night host then delved into the situation of Elon Musk and his involvement in aviation safety. Colbert expressed sarcastic concern for enhancing air safety with Musk’s expertise, jokingly questioning the relationship between Musk and air safety. However, there is still some positive news amid the chaos, as Google removed a pledge against using AI for weapons from its website.
To end the segment, Colbert mentioned a somewhat chilling discovery: a second bird flu strain detected in US dairy cattle. While it may seem concerning, Colbert lightened the mood with his interpretation, suggesting that cows and birds might be having some unexpected interactions. He even humorously referenced RFK Jr. and his preference for raw milk. The late-night host concluded with an amusing mention of a new native porn app available for iPhones, adding a touch of humor to the news.
With each episode, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert never fails to entertain and engage its audience with its blend of humor and commentary on current events. The show continues to be a go-to source for late-night entertainment with a touch of intellectual wit.
