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In this Colbert Classic from the first month of The Late Show's run in 2015, Colbert challenged NBA superstar Stephen Curry to a friendly game of dirty sock toss to determine who was the best Stephen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Shrinking” star and former "Daily Show" correspondent Jessica Williams holds her therapist in high esteem, and thinks she has what it takes to excel in the industry. “Shrinking” is streaming now on AppleTV+. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Acclaimed actor Carrie Coon connects with Stephen over their love of Chicago’s improv scene, and shares the remarkable story of two female journalists who inspired her new film, “Boston Strangler,” which premieres Friday on Hulu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NBA legend Charles Barkley visited The Late Show in March 2019 to place a big wager with Stephen on the Sweet Sixteen matchup between UNC and Auburn. Happy March Madness from everyone at The Late Show! We'll be back with all new episodes March 27th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups will soon be available in a vegan option, San Francisco is overrun with cute goats, and Stephen tries a new ice cream flavored with Hidden Valley Ranch dressing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki comments on revelations about Fox News that have come to light during the Dominion lawsuit. Her new show, “Inside with Jen Psaki,” premieres this Sunday on MSNBC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen Colbert’s conversation with Hollywood icons Steven Spielberg and John Williams continues with a discussion of how Williams’ music plays an integral role in each of Spielberg’s films, in particular “Jaws” and “Close Encounters of the Third Kind.” Stick around for more extended moments with Steven Spielberg that didn't air on TV, including why he cast David Lynch in "The Fabelmans," how he pulled off "Schindler's List" and "Jurassic Park" in the same year, and which movie Spielberg has watched more than any other in his life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The U.S. and Russian militaries made direct contact with each other over the Black Sea, Florida’s governor appears to be giving aid and comfort to Russia’s leader, and the former president’s new lawyer came straight from the discount attorney bin. Vice President Kamala Harris explains how the attempt by Florida’s governor to downplay Russia’s invasion of Ukraine reveals his lack of understanding of what’s at stake in the conflict. Later in the interview, Stephen and the Vice President discuss the latest Republican attacks on reproductive rights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The former president used a campaign speech in Iowa to punch back at his former VP over blame for the insurrection. Elsewhere, Florida’s governor fielded literal softball questions in an interview on Fox News, and Stephen looks into the strange tale of a big, old clam. Former "Bridgerton" star Regé-Jean Page walks D&D fan Stephen Colbert through the characters that make up the questing party in his new film, “Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves,” which opens in theaters on March 31st. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Biden addressed the nation before financial markets opened on Monday in an effort to restore calm. Elsewhere, former VP Mike Pence thinks his former boss should be held accountable for Jan 6th, and friend of the show Michelle Yeoh made history at the Oscars. Christina Ricci says she resembles her “Yellowjackets” character Misty in one specific way: they’re both very good at being passive-aggressive. Watch season two of “Yellowjackets,” premiering Friday, March 24th on Showtime. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eva Longoria shows off the cocktail-making skills she gained during the pandemic, pouring Stephen a drink made with her own tequila, Casa Del Sol. Her new show, “Searching for Mexico,” premieres March 26th on CNN.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… Turf battles over space for Pickleball courts have erupted nationwide, England’s new king is opting for a cruelty-free coronation, Stephen is excited about a fragrance that makes you smell like Ireland, an Australian beer that’s been banned for having too much alcohol, and the new Pokémon Sleep app. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beloved actor F. Murray Abraham blows Stephen’s mind with the revelation that his Academy Award statue has joined him on stage everywhere he’s performed since 1985. His new film, “The Magic Flute,” is open in select theaters now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

President Biden’s budget was deemed dead on arrival because the GOP wants deep cuts to assistance for poor Americans. Elsewhere, Fox News staffers call the environment there “soul crushing,” and Republicans are loosening restrictions on child labor nationwide. Friends for over 40 years, Jane Fonda and Lily Tomlin know how to keep their relationship fresh. Check out their new film, “Moving On,” when it opens in theaters on March 17th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Dominion lawsuit against Fox News has revealed that Tucker Carlson publicly supported the former president while privately despising him. Elsewhere, Oklahomans rejected an effort to legalize recreational use of marijuana, and some major brands are missing the mark with their campaigns honoring International Women’s Day. Acclaimed actor Idris Elba tells Stephen about the character he plays in this new film, “Luther: The Fallen Sun,” which premieres this Friday on Netflix. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tucker Carlson used the Jan 6th footage he got from House Speaker Kevin McCarthy to cherry-pick innocuous clips in an attempt to rewrite what we all saw happen with our own eyes that day. Elsewhere, federal authorities arrested their 1000th insurrectionist, and failed Arizona gubernatorial candidate Kari Lake may be the former president’s running mate in 2024. James Taylor tells Stephen about a pig named Mona, who came into his life when he was 21 and grew to over 500 pounds. You can watch James Taylor perform the song, “Mona,” on our YouTube channel, and find tickets for his upcoming tour and Las Vegas residency on his website: https://tour.jamestaylor.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The former president laid out a dark vision for America in his speech at a sparsely-attended gathering of conservatives, and Florida’s governor hangs out with a guy who says that the state's tap water is turning people gay. The Food and Drug Administration wants to define “healthy” foods as those which contain a meaningful amount of actual “food,” and America’s leading brands are outraged. Nick Kroll talks about what an honor it is to work with the great Mel Brooks, and recommends a list of Brooks’ films to watch. The first two episodes of Kroll’s new show, “History of the World, Part II,” are streaming now on Hulu. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield tells Stephen that China will become “part of that problem” if they support Russia’s invasion of Ukraine by providing lethal weapons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meanwhile… “Cocaine Bear” is the film everyone's talking about, the new king of England can’t get anyone to perform at his coronation, thieves on mopeds are targeting New Yorkers wearing expensive headphones, the late Queen Elizabeth II’s corgis may be barking at her ghost, and Michael B. Jordan’s new underwear ads are so hot he had to apologize to his mom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kal Penn is hosting a new show that acknowledges the challenges posed by our changing climate, and focuses on actionable solutions. “Getting Warmer with Kal Penn” is streaming on Bloomberg Television and you can see him guest hosting “The Daily Show” starting March 13th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices