The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert: Josh Brolin | Dinner For Schmucks

Release Date: August 7, 2025
Guest: Josh Brolin
Host: Stephen Colbert
Produced by: CBS
Description: The #1 show in late night delivered straight to your ears, featuring whip-smart writing, hilarious monologues, and revealing conversations with celebrity guests.

Introduction and Banter

The episode kicks off with Stephen Colbert engaging in a playful advertisement segment for Wonderful Pistachios alongside Kristen Bell. Their humorous exchange about the various pistachio flavors sets a lighthearted tone for the show. Notably, Colbert quips at [02:54] about the expanding world of pistachio flavors, saying, "There's an obsession with jalapeño lime. It’s almost a disorder."

Transition to Guest Introduction

After a series of entertaining advertisements, Stephen smoothly transitions to the main content by introducing his first guest, Josh Brolin, at [15:41]. He highlights Brolin’s impressive filmography, mentioning iconic films such as No Country for Old Men, Avengers: Infinity War, and Dune, culminating with his latest project, Weapons.

Conversation with Josh Brolin

Opening Remarks: Josh Brolin joins Colbert on stage, exchanging warm greetings. "I'm great. How are you?" [16:40] Brolin responds, and the two immediately dive into a spirited and humorous conversation.

Humorous Poetry Exchange: One of the standout moments occurs around [17:00], where Colbert and Brolin engage in an impromptu poetry performance. Colbert recites poetic lines, which Brolin complements with his own verses, creating an entertaining and unique segment. For example, Colbert states at [18:02], "O pardon me, thy bleeding piece of earth..." to which Brolin responds with, "The earth with carrion men groaning for burial."

Personal Anecdotes and Insights: Brolin shares personal stories, including his passion for motorcycles and a recent 1,000-mile vintage Harley Davidson ride. At [24:56], he recounts how reading On the Road by Jack Kerouac profoundly impacted his life, leading to adventurous motorcycle journeys with his then-wife. He humorously mentions [24:30], "Her parents were trying to call her saying, we'll put you on a plane right now to get you away from this man." This anecdote underscores his adventurous spirit and commitment to his personal interests.

Discussion on Weapons and Other Projects: Colbert shifts the conversation back to Brolin’s latest film, Weapons. At [28:23], he promotes the movie, while Brolin discusses his role as a priest in the film. Brolin explains [28:39], "It was weird, because my wife had said, I don't really think about things that I want to play. They said, if you could play anything, what would you play?" highlighting the unexpected nature of his role. The dialogue touches on the depth and complexity of portraying a priest, with Colbert humorously noting comparisons to characters like Andrew Scott’s priest from Fleabag.

Humorous Interaction and Gift Exchange: A delightful moment unfolds when Brolin presents Colbert with a gift, leading to playful banter about its contents. At [19:26], Colbert jokes, "It's not one of those peanut brittle cans full of snakes, is it?" to which Brolin reassures him, "No." The light-hearted exchange showcases their chemistry and mutual good humor.

Closing Remarks and Promotion: As the segment winds down, Colbert promotes Brolin’s new film and shares a teaser trailer for the upcoming Knives Out sequel, indicating [28:34], "Wake up, Dead man. Coming out. December." They wrap up with more humorous interactions, leaving listeners entertained and eagerly anticipating Brolin’s latest projects.

Notable Quotes

• Stephen Colbert ([02:54]): "There's an obsession with jalapeño lime. It’s almost a disorder."

• Josh Brolin ([24:30]): "Her parents were trying to call her saying, we'll put you on a plane right now to get you away from this man."

• Stephen Colbert ([17:23]): "Hell, it smells like that when you have it on your ass."

• Josh Brolin ([29:21]): "Fleabag."

• Stephen Colbert ([31:40]): "You’re a video message slut. Is that what I'm doing?"

Conclusion

This episode of The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert offers a blend of humor, insightful conversation, and celebrity charm. Stephen Colbert and Josh Brolin’s engaging dialogue, filled with personal anecdotes and spontaneous humor, provides listeners with an entertaining and intimate glimpse into the actor's life and career. Whether discussing Brolin’s latest film projects, his passion for motorcycles, or engaging in playful poetry, the episode successfully captures the essence of late-night entertainment and celebrity interaction, making it a must-listen for fans of both hosts and guests alike.

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