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Season 4 Episode 103: Jorge Ramos

A renowned journalist and author joins Stephen to discuss his latest book, "The Gift of Time: Letters from a Father", a heartwarming collection of letters exchanged between a father and his son.

Season 4 Episodes:

Episode 17 Jacob Weisberg

17. Jacob Weisberg

Aired: Feb 4, 2008

The next episode features a hilarious showdown between three esteemed hosts a...

Episode 19 Tad Devine

19. Tad Devine

Aired: Feb 6, 2008

In the next episode, Stephen Colbert will engage in a lively discussion with ...

Episode 20 Mark Moffett

20. Mark Moffett

Aired: Feb 7, 2008

Stephen's next episode features a discussion with renowned naturalist and aut...

Episode 21 Philip Zimbardo

21. Philip Zimbardo

Aired: Feb 11, 2008

Stephen celebrates Barack Obama's Grammy success, analyzes Mitt Romney's pres...

Episode 22 Lisa Randall

22. Lisa Randall

Aired: Feb 12, 2008

The next episode of The Colbert Report features a debate between Stephen Colb...

Episode 24 Leonard Nimoy

24. Leonard Nimoy

Aired: Feb 14, 2008

Stephen Colbert takes on German comedian Oliver Pocher in the next episode of...

Episode 26 Tony Snow

26. Tony Snow

Aired: Feb 27, 2008

Stephen Colbert investigates a heated John McCain rally where a speaker's inf...

Episode 27 Ingrid Newkirk

27. Ingrid Newkirk

Aired: Feb 28, 2008

PETA's president and co-founder, Ingrid Newkirk, and Richard Brookhiser, seni...

Episode 28 Shashi Tharoor

28. Shashi Tharoor

Aired: Mar 3, 2008

Stephen's next episode delves into the intricacies of global power dynamics w...

Episode 29 Jennifer 8. Lee

29. Jennifer 8. Lee

Aired: Mar 4, 2008

Stephen Colbert will tackle controversial subjects while staying faithful to ...

Episode 30 Gregory Rodriguez

30. Gregory Rodriguez

Aired: Mar 5, 2008

Next episode, Stephen honors Brett Favre, reacts to Mike Huckabee's primary l...

Episode 31 John Legend

31. John Legend

Aired: Mar 6, 2008

Acclaimed musician John Legend joins forces with host Stephen for a dynamic a...

Episode 32 George McGovern

32. George McGovern

Aired: Mar 10, 2008

In the next episode, Stephen delves into the Eliot Spitzer scandal and Hillar...

Episode 33 Geraldo Rivera

33. Geraldo Rivera

Aired: Mar 11, 2008

Stephen Colbert shares his transformation from disliking John McCain to event...

Episode 35 Sudhir Venkatesh

35. Sudhir Venkatesh

Aired: Mar 13, 2008

Stephen welcomes renowned sociologist and author Sudhir Venkatesh, who recoun...

Episode 36 Samantha Power

36. Samantha Power

Aired: Mar 17, 2008

Samantha Power, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author, will join Ste...

Episode 37 Carole King

37. Carole King

Aired: Mar 18, 2008

Stephen shares an unforgettable evening with Carole King, a legendary singer-...

Episode 38 Dee Dee Myers

38. Dee Dee Myers

Aired: Mar 19, 2008

A renowned author and former White House Press Secretary sits down for a conv...

Episode 40 Michael Reynolds

40. Michael Reynolds

Aired: Mar 31, 2008

Stephen welcomes a renowned professor of English and journalism, Eric Alterma...

Episode 41 Van Jones

41. Van Jones

Aired: Apr 1, 2008

Stephen welcomes Van Jones, a prominent human rights advocate and co-founder ...

Episode 42 R.E.M.

42. R.E.M.

Aired: Apr 2, 2008

Stephen welcomes legendary rock band R.E.M. to discuss their new album, "Acce...

Episode 43 Clay Shirky

43. Clay Shirky

Aired: Apr 3, 2008

A telecommunications expert and author joins Stephen, sharing insights on the...

Episode 44 Jesse Ventura

44. Jesse Ventura

Aired: Apr 7, 2008

Jesse Ventura, the former governor of Minnesota and professional wrestler, jo...

Episode 45 Madeline Albright

45. Madeline Albright

Aired: Apr 8, 2008

In the next episode, Stephen sits down with Madeline Albright, a distinguishe...

Episode 46 Jeff Gore

46. Jeff Gore

Aired: Apr 9, 2008

Joining Stephen is Jeff Gore, the driving force behind Citizens for Retiring ...

Episode 47 Robin Wright

47. Robin Wright

Aired: Apr 10, 2008

Renowned journalist and author Robin Wright joins Stephen to discuss her late...

Episode 49 The Roots

49. The Roots

Aired: Apr 15, 2008

The next episode of the show will feature a remarkable musical performance by...

Episode 53 Susan Jacoby

53. Susan Jacoby

Aired: Apr 22, 2008

Stephen's next guest is Susan Jacoby, a renowned journalist and author, who j...

Episode 54 Mitch Albom

54. Mitch Albom

Aired: Apr 23, 2008

Mitch Albom, renowned author of "For One More Day", appears on The Late Show ...

Episode 55 Maria Shriver

55. Maria Shriver

Aired: Apr 24, 2008

Stephen welcomes Maria Shriver, California's First Lady, to explore her book ...

Episode 56 Leslie Feist

56. Leslie Feist

Aired: Apr 28, 2008

Stephen invites a celebrated singer-songwriter, Feist, for a captivating conv...

Episode 57 Anne Lamott

57. Anne Lamott

Aired: Apr 29, 2008

The next episode features Anne Lamott, a renowned author and activist, who ha...

Episode 58 Noah Feldman

58. Noah Feldman

Aired: Apr 30, 2008

Stephen engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Noah Feldman, a prom...

Episode 60 Carl Hiaasen

60. Carl Hiaasen

Aired: May 5, 2008

Carl Hiaasen, author of "The Downhill Lie", joins Stephen for a lively discus...

Episode 61 Nathan Gunn

61. Nathan Gunn

Aired: May 6, 2008

Acclaimed opera singer Nathan Gunn makes a special appearance on the program,...

Episode 63 Arianna Huffington

63. Arianna Huffington

Aired: May 8, 2008

Arianna Huffington, editor-in-chief of the Huffington Post and author of Righ...

Episode 64 Dr. Mehmet Oz

64. Dr. Mehmet Oz

Aired: May 12, 2008

Stephen hosts Dr. Mehmet Oz, co-author of "You: Staying Young: The Owner's Ma...

Episode 67 Andrei Cherny

67. Andrei Cherny

Aired: May 15, 2008

In the next episode, Stephen welcomes journalist and author Andrei Cherny to ...

Episode 69 Claire McCaskill

69. Claire McCaskill

Aired: May 28, 2008

Missouri Senator Claire McCaskill joins Stephen for a lively discussion.

Episode 70 David Sirota

70. David Sirota

Aired: May 29, 2008

In the next episode, Stephen invites journalist and author David Sirota to di...

Episode 71 Jon Paskowitz

71. Jon Paskowitz

Aired: Jun 2, 2008

Jon Paskowitz, co-producer of the acclaimed film Surf Wise, joins Stephen for...

Episode 72 George Will

72. George Will

Aired: Jun 3, 2008

Stephen welcomes a renowned political analyst and author of "One Man's Americ...

Episode 73 Salman Rushdie

73. Salman Rushdie

Aired: Jun 4, 2008

Oklahoma Representative and Libertarian Presidential candidate Bob Barr joins...

Episode 74 Pat Buchanan

74. Pat Buchanan

Aired: Jun 5, 2008

Stephen welcomes Pat Buchanan, a renowned conservative commentator and author...

Episode 75 Philip Weiss

75. Philip Weiss

Aired: Jun 9, 2008

Renowned New York columnist Phil Weiss joins Stephen for a lively discussion.

Episode 76 Alan Rabinowitz

76. Alan Rabinowitz

Aired: Jun 10, 2008

Wildlife scientist Alan Rabinowitz shares his insights on his book, discussin...

Episode 77 David Hajdu

77. David Hajdu

Aired: Jun 11, 2008

David Hajdu, a renowned author and comic-book industry expert, joins the show...

Episode 78 Dickson Despommier

78. Dickson Despommier

Aired: Jun 12, 2008

Next episode, Stephen will be joined by renowned professor Dixon Despommier, ...

Episode 80 Jonathan Zittrain

80. Jonathan Zittrain

Aired: Jun 17, 2008

The next episode will feature a thought-provoking conversation with Jonathan ...

Episode 81 Junot Diaz

81. Junot Diaz

Aired: Jun 18, 2008

Award-winning author Junot Díaz makes a special appearance in the next episod...

Episode 82 Bishop N.T. Wright

82. Bishop N.T. Wright

Aired: Jun 19, 2008

Bishop N.T. Wright explores the mysteries of heaven, resurrection, and the ch...

Episode 83 Barbara Ehrenreich

83. Barbara Ehrenreich

Aired: Jun 23, 2008

Stephen Colbert will be joined by Barbara Ehrenreich, a renowned author and p...

Episode 84 Will Smith

84. Will Smith

Aired: Jun 24, 2008

A rap superstar, actor, and movie icon, famous for his chart-topping hits and...

Episode 85 Neil deGrasse Tyson

85. Neil deGrasse Tyson

Aired: Jun 25, 2008

Stephen welcomes Neil DeGrasse Tyson, director of the Hayden Planetarium, and...

Episode 87 Daniel C. Esty

87. Daniel C. Esty

Aired: Jul 14, 2008

Stephen Colbert interviews Dan Esty, head of Yale's Center for Business and t...

Episode 88 Jason Riley

88. Jason Riley

Aired: Jul 15, 2008

Journalist Jason Riley will engage in a thought-provoking discussion with Ste...

Episode 89 Rush

89. Rush

Aired: Jul 16, 2008

Next episode, the iconic rock band Rush electrifies the stage with a mesmeriz...

Episode 90 Elizabeth Edwards

90. Elizabeth Edwards

Aired: Jul 17, 2008

Stephen welcomes Elizabeth Edwards, author of "Saving Graces" and wife of for...

Episode 91 Jim Webb

91. Jim Webb

Aired: Jul 21, 2008

Stephen will be joined by Senator Jim Webb, author of A Time to Fight, to dis...

Episode 92 Margaret Spellings

92. Margaret Spellings

Aired: Jul 22, 2008

In the next episode, Stephen engages in a thought-provoking conversation with...

Episode 93 Nas

93. Nas

Aired: Jul 23, 2008

Rapper Nas appears on The Late Show to discuss a petition seeking to address ...

Episode 94 Garrett Reisman

94. Garrett Reisman

Aired: Jul 24, 2008

In the next episode, astronaut Garrett Reisman sits down with Stephen for a f...

Episode 95 Toby Keith

95. Toby Keith

Aired: Jul 28, 2008

Country music legend Toby Keith stops by to chat with Stephen about his lates...

Episode 96 Eric Roston

96. Eric Roston

Aired: Jul 29, 2008

Stephen's next guest is Eric Roston, a celebrated author, who will be discuss...

Episode 98 Buzz Aldrin

98. Buzz Aldrin

Aired: Jul 31, 2008

The next episode of the popular talk show features a legendary guest, Buzz Al...

Episode 100 David Carr

100. David Carr

Aired: Aug 5, 2008

A renowned author and columnist opens up to Stephen about his turbulent histo...

Episode 101 Kevin Costner

101. Kevin Costner

Aired: Aug 6, 2008

Kevin Costner engages in a lively conversation with Stephen Colbert about his...

Episode 102 Thomas Frank

102. Thomas Frank

Aired: Aug 7, 2008

Celebrated author and Harper's contributing editor Thomas Frank joins Stephen...

Episode 103 Jorge Ramos

103. Jorge Ramos

Aired: Aug 11, 2008

A renowned journalist and author joins Stephen to discuss his latest book, "T...

Episode 104 Jane Mayer

104. Jane Mayer

Aired: Aug 12, 2008

Award-winning journalist and author Jane Mayer joins Stephen to discuss her b...

Episode 105 Dick Meyer

105. Dick Meyer

Aired: Aug 13, 2008

In the next episode, Stephen Colbert will be joined by Dick Meyer, a prominen...

Episode 106 Bing West

106. Bing West

Aired: Aug 14, 2008

Stephen has a thought-provoking discussion with renowned combat journalist an...

Episode 107 Scott McClellan

107. Scott McClellan

Aired: Aug 26, 2008

Stephen welcomes author Scott McClellan and former Representative Bob Barr to...

Episode 108 Mike Huckabee

108. Mike Huckabee

Aired: Aug 27, 2008

Mike Huckabee, former Arkansas Governor and Republican Presidential candidate...

Episode 109 Richard Brookhiser

109. Richard Brookhiser

Aired: Aug 28, 2008

Stephen welcomes Richard Brookhiser, a renowned biographer, historian, and au...

Episode 110 John McWhorter

110. John McWhorter

Aired: Aug 29, 2008

In the next episode, Stephen sits down with renowned political commentator an...

Episode 135 Michael Farris

135. Michael Farris

Aired: Oct 21, 2008

Stephen Colbert's next episode delves into the controversy surrounding his ad...

Episode 138 Yo-Yo Ma

138. Yo-Yo Ma

Aired: Oct 27, 2008

Renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma performs a special concert, showcasing tracks from ...

Episode 139 Sherman Alexie

139. Sherman Alexie

Aired: Oct 28, 2008

Acclaimed author Sherman Alexie joins Stephen to discuss his powerful novel, ...

Episode 140 David Simon

140. David Simon

Aired: Oct 29, 2008

Celebrated journalist and author David Simon shares his expertise on Baltimor...

Episode 143 Steve Forbes

143. Steve Forbes

Aired: Nov 4, 2008

Stephen Colbert and Jon Stewart will broadcast live from the Indecision World...

Episode 144 Andrew Young

144. Andrew Young

Aired: Nov 5, 2008

Renowned civil rights leader Andrew Young shares his life's story and discuss...

Episode 150 Paul Simon

150. Paul Simon

Aired: Nov 18, 2008

Legendary singer-songwriter Paul Simon joins Stephen for a thought-provoking ...

Episode 151 Michael Lewis

151. Michael Lewis

Aired: Nov 19, 2008

The next episode features a captivating conversation between Stephen and Mich...

Episode 154 Jeffrey Goldberg

154. Jeffrey Goldberg

Aired: Dec 2, 2008

In the next episode, a legendary footballer faces the harsh reality of a loom...

Episode 155 Barbara Walters

155. Barbara Walters

Aired: Dec 3, 2008

Barbara Walters' television special on Obama's cabinet appointments sparks wi...

Episode 157 Geoffrey Canada

157. Geoffrey Canada

Aired: Dec 8, 2008

Stephen discusses a meeting between Barbra Streisand and President Bush, the ...

Episode 159 Richard Haass

159. Richard Haass

Aired: Dec 10, 2008

The next episode explores Richard Haass' blueprint for a safer global future,...

Episode 160 Michael Phelps

160. Michael Phelps

Aired: Dec 11, 2008

Next episode, we delve into the debate over secularizing Christmas, as atheis...

Info about The Colbert Report

Seasons: 11

Current Status: Ended

Network: Comedy Central

Genres:Comedy, Talk-Show, News