EPISODE NUMBER: 10130 (July 21, 2014)
GUESTS: Rep. Nancy Pelosi | Edan Lepucki
SEGMENTS: Intro – 7/21/14 | World News Wrap-Up | Colbert Nation vs. Amazon – Edan Lepucki | Nancy Pelosi | Sign Off – “Sweetness #9″
SUIT REPORT: Dark Gray Suit | White Shirt | Burgundy & Navy Striped Tie
VIDEOS: Monday, July 21, 2014
Stephen addresses the tumult of world events, the cuteness of Prince George, and brings on Amazon warrior Edan Lepucki. But first, a handsome pose.
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Welcome to Better Know a Guest, your weekly guide to the wonderful and diverse array of personalities appearing on ‘The Colbert Report’ and ‘The Daily Show’ each week.
Hey there Hubsters! A new week of shows is just around the corner, so that means it’s time for your regularly-scheduled “Better Know a Guest”! As we come back from the weekend, there have a been a few big news stories that might get some coverage this week, particularly the crash of Malaysian Airlines Flight 17 in the Ukraine, continuing conflict in the Gaza Strip, the ongoing debate over the deportation of young undocumented immigrants, and more. As always, let us know in the comments below what news you hope to hear about, the guests you’re most interested in, and any suggestions for this post!
Stephen’s admirable opponents at the interview desk this week are a journalist, a politician, a film director, a film writer, and a businessman. Jon’s guests this week are two journalists, an actor, and a director.
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Welcome to Better Know a Guest, your weekly guide to the wonderful and diverse array of personalities appearing on The Colbert Report and The Daily Show each week.
Hey there Hubsters! I’m writing this week’s BKAG after having managed to stay in my dorm building all weekend because it has not stopped snowing since Friday! It’s also really cold, so for any of you who are having similar weather, stay warm please!
Stephen’s guests at the table this week include an editor, two football players, and a football Hall of Famer. And a Grammy victory!!
Jon’s guests this week are two comedians, an actor/screenwriter, and a politician.
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© Newsbusters
Comedy Central’s Stephen Colbert is the surprise guest at this year’s House Democratic retreat, Democratic Caucus Chairman Xavier Becerra told members on Thursday according to a source.
Colbert was invited by Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi, her office confirmed. While Pelosi has been interviewed by Colbert on his show, ‘The Colbert Report,’ in the past, this time she will conduct a question and answer session in front of an audience of Democratic members.
Colbert’s character on his show is a conservative pundit.
“We assume this is Stephen Colbert’s attempt at bipartisanship,” said Pelosi spokesman Drew Hammill.
The appearance is closed to members of the press.
Source: Politico.
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Hello, Hubsters!
With my life kicking up to high insanity at the moment, I’m going to try to get straight to the point on this post. So you may find that I’m a little shorter than usual. My apologies, but not to worry: I have several other pieces that I’m preparing for the HUB site that should be up soon.
I am still on a high from seeing Stephen at the 92nd Street Y on Friday night, but I will say no more about that now because I’ll discuss the evening in a separate reporT. Let’s just say that every time I’m lucky enough to hear him somewhere, to view his appearance on a TV show, or to read an interview, I am prouder than ever to be part of the Colbert Nation. I don’t know how many of you remember the not-too-long-ago Alec Baldwin debacle where he was tossed off a plane for refusing to stop playing “Words with Friends” when the flight attendant asked him to. A friend of mine Facebook-posted how disappointed she was in him and how another star she admired had just bitten the dust. At the time, I responded with: “Well, Stephen Colbert has never let me down.” I said it then, I repeat it now. My admiration grows and there’s never a reason to question it. Thank you, Stephen.
Last week gave us a number of top-drawer episodes, and I’m expecting more of the same in the coming days. There’s one big guest on the agenda, but also a couple of less-known visitors who I expect will bring us a lot of pleasure. I imagine from now until the election takes place both Jon and Stephen will be going full speed ahead, no stopping, no breaks. We’re in the home stretch now, and I’m scared, very scared. Jet Blue Airlines had an ad that encapsulated my feelings perfectly: “Election Protection 2012: If your candidate loses at least you have a chance at a free flight out of the country.” Wow. Hey, Katt—will Australia welcome me? Maybe that longed-for move to Brazil? I’m leaving my options open…
By the way, an aside here: those of who have not looked at our post for, and clicked on the link to, Stephen’s Playboy interview—DO IT NOW. It’s one of the very best I have read and a don’t-miss.
One final and sad note: once again in America we have a mass killing. My thoughts are with the people in Wisconsin and the families of those who were killed. When will this madness stop?
Now, let’s look at the guests. Continue reading
Hello, Hubsters,
I know that Stephen and his family have been in our thoughts and hearts over the past few days, and that we, collectively, have been sending him the most fervent of good wishes; I’m sure those who pray have been doing that too. I hope all our strong, good, and caring energy brings comfort to him and his loved ones.
And I hope something else too: that the public and the media will allow Stephen the privacy he deserves and needs, now and in the future, this time and any time. I enjoy Twitter, Facebook, and other social networks, and have met, or reconnected, with some wonderful people that way—including all of you fabulous Hubster friends and fangirls. But the explosion of insanity out there stunned even me, who is acutely aware of Stephen’s popularity. People were e-mailing me with questions, many punctuated with triple exclamation points. (No, I have no insider knowledge.) There were more rumors and conspiracy theories swirling around his brief absence than over the Kennedy assassination, and that’s just madness. I’m sure I needn’t say more about some of the nonsense out in the Twitterverse; most of you are probably aware of it and I won’t dignify it. I would, however, like to re-quote something our own Susan209 posted: “With regard to the media’s response (and ours too), the New Yorker online had this to say: ‘You know who would do a great satire of that kind of media overhype? Stephen Colbert.’” Indeed. Thank you, Susan, for finding that.
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In a first step to reform the money in politics, House Democrats are reintroducing the DISCLOSE Act today to get unlimited, secret donations out of politics. The Supreme Court’s decision in Citizens United opened the floodgates to unrestricted special interest campaign donations in American elections—permitting corporations to spend unlimited funds, directly or through third parties and Political Action Committees organized for those purposes, to influence Federal elections and opened the door for the emergence of Super PACs.
More Information at Stop Colbert.
Source: Indecision.
(Thanks to Marla for the Tip!)
July 21, 2014 — Rep. Nancy Pelosi
EPISODE NUMBER: 10130 (July 21, 2014)
GUESTS: Rep. Nancy Pelosi | Edan Lepucki
SEGMENTS: Intro – 7/21/14 | World News Wrap-Up | Colbert Nation vs. Amazon – Edan Lepucki | Nancy Pelosi | Sign Off – “Sweetness #9″
SUIT REPORT: Dark Gray Suit | White Shirt | Burgundy & Navy Striped Tie
VIDEOS: Monday, July 21, 2014
Stephen addresses the tumult of world events, the cuteness of Prince George, and brings on Amazon warrior Edan Lepucki. But first, a handsome pose.
Continue reading
Welcome to Better Know a Guest, your weekly guide to the wonderful and diverse array of personalities appearing on ‘The Colbert Report’ and ‘The Daily Show’ each week.
Hey there Hubsters! A new week of shows is just around the corner, so that means it’s time for your regularly-scheduled “Better Know a Guest”! As we come back from the weekend, there have a been a few big news stories that might get some coverage this week, particularly the crash of Malaysian Airlines Flight 17 in the Ukraine, continuing conflict in the Gaza Strip, the ongoing debate over the deportation of young undocumented immigrants, and more. As always, let us know in the comments below what news you hope to hear about, the guests you’re most interested in, and any suggestions for this post!
Stephen’s admirable opponents at the interview desk this week are a journalist, a politician, a film director, a film writer, and a businessman. Jon’s guests this week are two journalists, an actor, and a director.
Continue reading
Welcome to Better Know a Guest, your weekly guide to the wonderful and diverse array of personalities appearing on The Colbert Report and The Daily Show each week.
Hey there Hubsters! I’m writing this week’s BKAG after having managed to stay in my dorm building all weekend because it has not stopped snowing since Friday! It’s also really cold, so for any of you who are having similar weather, stay warm please!
Stephen’s guests at the table this week include an editor, two football players, and a football Hall of Famer. And a Grammy victory!!
Jon’s guests this week are two comedians, an actor/screenwriter, and a politician.
Continue reading
Click the link for event spoilers!! Continue reading
Hello, Hubsters!
With my life kicking up to high insanity at the moment, I’m going to try to get straight to the point on this post. So you may find that I’m a little shorter than usual. My apologies, but not to worry: I have several other pieces that I’m preparing for the HUB site that should be up soon.
I am still on a high from seeing Stephen at the 92nd Street Y on Friday night, but I will say no more about that now because I’ll discuss the evening in a separate reporT. Let’s just say that every time I’m lucky enough to hear him somewhere, to view his appearance on a TV show, or to read an interview, I am prouder than ever to be part of the Colbert Nation. I don’t know how many of you remember the not-too-long-ago Alec Baldwin debacle where he was tossed off a plane for refusing to stop playing “Words with Friends” when the flight attendant asked him to. A friend of mine Facebook-posted how disappointed she was in him and how another star she admired had just bitten the dust. At the time, I responded with: “Well, Stephen Colbert has never let me down.” I said it then, I repeat it now. My admiration grows and there’s never a reason to question it. Thank you, Stephen.
Last week gave us a number of top-drawer episodes, and I’m expecting more of the same in the coming days. There’s one big guest on the agenda, but also a couple of less-known visitors who I expect will bring us a lot of pleasure. I imagine from now until the election takes place both Jon and Stephen will be going full speed ahead, no stopping, no breaks. We’re in the home stretch now, and I’m scared, very scared. Jet Blue Airlines had an ad that encapsulated my feelings perfectly: “Election Protection 2012: If your candidate loses at least you have a chance at a free flight out of the country.” Wow. Hey, Katt—will Australia welcome me? Maybe that longed-for move to Brazil? I’m leaving my options open…
By the way, an aside here: those of who have not looked at our post for, and clicked on the link to, Stephen’s Playboy interview—DO IT NOW. It’s one of the very best I have read and a don’t-miss.
One final and sad note: once again in America we have a mass killing. My thoughts are with the people in Wisconsin and the families of those who were killed. When will this madness stop?
Now, let’s look at the guests. Continue reading
Hello, Hubsters,
I know that Stephen and his family have been in our thoughts and hearts over the past few days, and that we, collectively, have been sending him the most fervent of good wishes; I’m sure those who pray have been doing that too. I hope all our strong, good, and caring energy brings comfort to him and his loved ones.
And I hope something else too: that the public and the media will allow Stephen the privacy he deserves and needs, now and in the future, this time and any time. I enjoy Twitter, Facebook, and other social networks, and have met, or reconnected, with some wonderful people that way—including all of you fabulous Hubster friends and fangirls. But the explosion of insanity out there stunned even me, who is acutely aware of Stephen’s popularity. People were e-mailing me with questions, many punctuated with triple exclamation points. (No, I have no insider knowledge.) There were more rumors and conspiracy theories swirling around his brief absence than over the Kennedy assassination, and that’s just madness. I’m sure I needn’t say more about some of the nonsense out in the Twitterverse; most of you are probably aware of it and I won’t dignify it. I would, however, like to re-quote something our own Susan209 posted: “With regard to the media’s response (and ours too), the New Yorker online had this to say: ‘You know who would do a great satire of that kind of media overhype? Stephen Colbert.’” Indeed. Thank you, Susan, for finding that.
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(Thanks to Marla for the Tip!)