Today's Poll Question: With Colbert done, should late night TV get rid of political comedy?

The Smerconish Podcast · May 22, 2026 · 10m

Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: Does political comedy make you more or less likely to watch late night television? Stephen Colbert signs off after more than a decade hosting The Late Show, triggering debate over whether political comedy helped sustain late night television or accelerated its decline. Michael examines CBS’s explanation that the show was losing tens of millions annually, the political backlash surrounding Colbert’s exit, and the larger question of whether audiences still want partisan humor as part of their nightly routine. He also shares highlights from his interview…