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Season 4 Episode 30: Gregory Rodriguez

Next episode, Stephen honors Brett Favre, reacts to Mike Huckabee's primary loss, and chats with Robert Reich about the Democratic party. He also talks to Jason Grunstra, who created a website offering free breast implants, and Gregory Rodriguez, who shares his insights on race relations and...

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