The win serves as a bookend for the hit talk series after more than three decades on air. It is also the second win of “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.” Last week, it won the Emmy for outstanding directing for a variety series. In July, CBS announced that the “Late Show” franchise will come … Read more
In a move that has reverberated through the media world, Rachel Maddow, Stephen Colbert, and Joy Reid have taken the unprecedented step of launching an independent newsroom, signaling a dramatic shift in the way prominent journalists and media personalities engage with audiences. Breaking free from the confines of corporate television networks, the trio is aiming … Read more
In the quiet hours of a Florida morning, the serene landscape of Mar-a-Lago belied the storm brewing inside. Former President Donald J. Trump, illuminated only by the glow of his smartphone, reportedly took to Truth Social to issue a direct threat aimed at late-night host Stephen Colbert. The message, short yet chilling in its brevity … Read more
In a media landscape dominated by conglomerates, corporate mandates, and audience-driven ratings wars, a seismic shift is underway. Three of the most influential voices in late-night television and journalism — Rachel Maddow, Stephen Colbert, and Joy Reid — have joined forces to launch a bold, fully independent news hub designed to deliver fearless reporting, investigative … Read more
Introduction: A Bold Break From Corporate Constraints In an era defined by consolidation, ratings pressure, and increasingly homogenized news coverage, three of America’s most influential media voices — Rachel Maddow, Stephen Colbert, and Joy Reid — have taken a monumental step toward independence. They have launched an entirely new, fully independent newsroom designed to operate … Read more
In a move that has already sent ripples across the global media landscape, Rachel Maddow, Stephen Colbert, and Joy Reid — three of the most recognizable voices in American political commentary — have officially announced the creation of a fully independent newsroom. The initiative, quietly planned for months, seeks to redefine what journalism can be … Read more
In mid-August 2025, Netflix made a splash announcement that immediately sent ripples across the media landscape: Stephen Colbert, one of America’s most iconic satirists, has signed a $13.5 million deal to create a seven-part docuseries chronicling his decades-long journey through television. At first glance, this might seem like yet another celebrity-documentary collaboration. Streaming platforms have … Read more
The second-quarter ratings of 2025 have landed, and they paint a picture that is less a competitive race and more a massacre. According to Nielsen data reported by AdWeek, Fox News has not only secured the top spot but has claimed 14 of the top 15 cable news programs. Fourteen. Out of fifteen. For Fox, … Read more
When CBS canceled The Late Show with Stephen Colbert in July 2025, the decision was framed as a pragmatic move. The network cited “financial pressures” and the need to adapt to a shifting media landscape. The explanation, while vague, seemed believable enough. After all, late-night ratings have cratered across the board, and legacy television networks … Read more
When CBS abruptly pulled the plug on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, the move shocked fans and baffled industry insiders. For nearly a decade, Colbert had been the network’s flagship voice in late-night, a witty counterweight to conservative politics and one of the sharpest satirists of his generation. His monologues, often laced with biting … Read more