Season 16
Episodes • 2008
1. Nicolas Cage, Anna Torv, Terrence Howard
minNicolas Cage, Anna Torv, and Terrence Howard are the scheduled guests.
▶ Watch Episode2. Dr. Phil McGraw, Tilda Swinton, Tricky
minDr. Phil McGraw, Tilda Swinton, and Tricky are the scheduled guests.
▶ Watch Episode3. Robin Williams, Shannen Doherty, Duffy
minFollowing the previous night's acceptance speech, Dave admits to underestimating Gov. Sarah Palin; Andy Kindler makes his last report from the GOP convention in Minneapolis; Robin Williams throws in his two cents on the election; Shannen Doherty plugs the new 90210 and describes surviving the Southern California mudslides; Duffy performed "Warwick Avenue."
▶ Watch Episode4. John Malkovich, Hayden Panettiere, Steve Earle
minJohn Malkovich, Hayden Panettiere, and Steve Earle are the scheduled guests.
▶ Watch Episode5. Keira Knightley, Thomas L. Friedman
minKeira Knightley and Thomas L. Friedman are the scheduled guests.
▶ Watch Episode6. Jada Pinkett Smith, Chris Russo, Michael Buble
minJada Pinkett-Smith, Chris Russo, and Michael Buble are the scheduled guests. Plus, the second annual NASCAR Top Twelve!
▶ Watch Episode7. Sen. Barack Obama, LeBron James
minSen. Barack Obama and LeBron James are the scheduled guests.
▶ Watch Episode8. Jessica Simpson, Jack Hanna
minJessica Simpson and Jack Hanna are the scheduled guests.
▶ Watch Episode9. Meg Ryan, Ricky Gervais
minThroughout the night, Olympic high-jumpers strut their stuff out on 53rd Street; Dave reads from the "Late Show Fun Facts" book, in stores next week; in her first LSDL appearance in seven years, Meg Ryan plugs The Women and shares an anecdote about her daughter; Ricky Gervais promotes Ghost Town and describes doing press junkets for the movie.
▶ Watch Episode10. Bill Clinton, Chris Rock
minFormer President William Jefferson Clinton and Chris Rock are the scheduled guests.
▶ Watch Episode11. Julianne Moore, Tom Dreesen & Tim Reid, Kings of Leon
minLyle the Intern fails to convince Dave to join his latest scam; Julianne Moore discusses her trip to Brazil and plugs Blindness; Tim Reid and Tom Dreesen do stand-up; Kings of Leon performed "Sex on Fire."
▶ Watch Episode12. Keith Olbermann, Chandra Wilson, Delta Goodrem
minKeith Olbermann, Chandra Wilson, Delta Goodrem
▶ Watch Episode14. Lance Armstrong, Kristen Wiig, TV on the Radio
minLance Armstrong, Kristen Wiig, TV on the Radio
▶ Watch Episode15. Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Michael Cera, Pete Seeger
minJulia Louis-Dreyfus, Michael Cera, Pete Seeger
▶ Watch Episode16. Anne Hathaway, Josette Sheeran, The Virgins
minAnne Hathaway, Josette Sheeran, The Virgins
▶ Watch Episode19. Brian Williams, Tim Robbins
minDave comments on the previous night's vice-presidential debate, which is followed by a string of Unfair Edits; NBC anchorman Brian Williams also throws in his two cents; Tim Robbins talks baseball, shares a story about Paul Newman, and plugs City of Ember.
▶ Watch Episode21. Debra Messing, John Carter, Tegan & Sara
minDave presents the (fake) opening credits of the second presidential debate, which closely resemble Magnum P.I.; Debra Messing plugs "The Starter Wife" and takes a jab at Sarah Palin; Alan's tour of the Late Show control room is sabotaged; Alianca da Terra founder John Carter discusses the plight of the Amazon rainforest; Tegan and Sara performed "Call It Off."
▶ Watch Episode23. Bill Murray, Beck
minMichael Bearden fills in for Paul; a man wanders onstage to get his copy of the Fun Facts book autographed; Bill Murray promotes City of Ember and conducts a town hall debate; Beck performed "Gamma Ray."
▶ Watch Episode24. Jeremy Piven, Elizabeth Banks, Lou Reed
minTonight on "Late Show Green Tips," Chris and Gerard show off their new hybrid; Jeremy Piven discusses winning his third Emmy; Alan has a few words to say to Gov. Sarah Palin; Elizabeth Banks plugs W.; Lou Reed performed "Caroline Says, Part 2."
▶ Watch Episode30. Bill O'Reilly, Lauren Conrad
minBill O'Reilly and Lauren Conrad are the scheduled guests.
▶ Watch Episode31. Regis Philbin, James Taylor
minRegis Philbin and James Taylor are the scheduled guests.
▶ Watch Episode32. Alec Baldwin, Paul Mooney, Ryan Adams
minAlec Baldwin, Paul Mooney, and Ryan Adams & The Cardinals are the scheduled guests.
▶ Watch Episode33. Ashley Olsen, Paul Rudd, John Legend
min"New Halloween Costumes" include Sarah Palin's passport, the Dow Jones Industrial Average, Amy Winehouse's hair, and an oversized copy of the Fun Facts book; Cole Hamels of the World Champion Philadelphia Phillies reads the Top Ten; John Legend performed "I Love, You Love."
▶ Watch Episode34. Marcia Cross, Alan Zweibel
minMarcia Cross, Alan Zweibel, and George Clinton are the scheduled guests.
▶ Watch Episode35. Paris Hilton, Elvis Costello, Jenny Lewis, a Top Ten List by Ricky Gervais
minParis Hilton, Elvis Costello, and Jenny Lewis are the scheduled guests. Plus, a Top Ten from Ricky Gervais!
▶ Watch Episode36. Tom Brokaw, Vera Farmiga
minDave shares a few thoughts on election night; an audience member panics when he realizes he forgot to vote; Tom Brokaw promotes his best-selling book, "Boom!"; a very pregnant Vera Farmiga plugs The Boy in the Striped Pajamas.
▶ Watch Episode37. Ben Stiller, Q-Tip
minBen Stiller and Q-Tip the scheduled guests. Plus, the Kid Scientists of Naperville, IL!
▶ Watch Episode38. Natalie Portman, Artie Lange, Brad Paisley
minAlec Baldwin endorses the Fun Facts book; Natalie Portman discusses campaigning for President-elect Obama; Bill Scheft begs the new president to make an ass of himself; Artie Lange plugs his new book; Brad Paisley performed a cover of The Cars' "Good Times Roll."
▶ Watch Episode39. Ted Turner, Jamie Oliver, Taylor Swift
minTed Turner, Jamie Oliver, and Taylor Swift are the scheduled guests.
▶ Watch Episode40. Don Rickles, Amy Brenneman, Alicia Keys
minDave shows a clip of King Tut's mummy appearing on Maury; NFL superstar Terrell Owens presents the Top Ten; the legendary Don Rickles plugs his new book and riffs on marriage and growing old; Alicia Keys performed "The Thing About Love."
▶ Watch Episode41. Russell Brand, Charlie Haden
minRussell Brand and Charlie Haden are the scheduled guests. Plus, Stupid Human Tricks!
▶ Watch Episode43. Bill Cosby, Matt Braunger
minA plug for Tribute Bands Week; Bill Cosby does some stand-up, promotes the "Cosby Show" complete series DVD set and comments on the election; The Answer (making their American TV debut) performed "Never Too Late."
▶ Watch Episode44. Emma Thompson, Michelle Felicetta, Purple Reign
minEmma Thompson and fox attack survivor Michelle Felicetta are the scheduled guests. Plus, Day 1 of "Tribute Band Week" with Purple Reign!
▶ Watch Episode45. Carla Bruni Sarkozy, Jack Hanna, Cold Hard Cash
minWith First Lady of France Carla Bruni Sarkozy on the show, Dave wonders if he'll accidentally start an international incident; Lyle the Intern and his pal "Rudy" (Joe Grossman) promote their internet show; Jack Hanna brings out a baby kangaroo, an aardvark, and a macaque; on Day 2 of Tribute Band Week, The Cold Hard Cash Show performed "Folsom Prison Blues."
▶ Watch Episode46. Katie Couric, Dev Patel, Mr. Brownstone
minDay 3 of "Tribute Band Week" with Mr. Brownstone. Plus, Katie Couric!
▶ Watch Episode47. Stephen Colbert, Kristen Stewart, Super Diamond
minStephen Colbert and Kristen Stewart are the scheduled guests.
▶ Watch Episode48. James Franco, Bruce McCall, The Allstarz
minJames Franco and Bruce McCall are the scheduled guests. Plus, Day 5 of "Tribute Band Week" with The Allstarz!
▶ Watch Episode49. Nicole Kidman, Simon Baker, Kanye West
minNicole Kidman, Simon Baker, and Kanye West are the scheduled guests.
▶ Watch Episode50. Reese Witherspoon, Harry Connick Jr.
minDave calls out Tony for making him read the same monologue joke twice; after President Bush pardoned 14 convicted felons that week, Dave and Alan grant clemency to an audience member; Reese Witherspoon relives her 2005 Oscar win and plugs Four Christmases; Harry Connick Jr. performs "It's The Most Wonderful Time of the Year."
▶ Watch Episode51. Teri Hatcher, Ludacris
minTeri Hatcher, Ludacris, and T-Pain are the scheduled guests.
▶ Watch Episode52. Denis Leary, John Mayer
minDenis Leary and John Mayer are the scheduled guests. Plus, Dave's Mom and the 16th annual pie-guessing contest!
▶ Watch Episode53. Tom Arnold, Faith Hill
minBruce Willis promotes the Fun Facts book, declaring the tome "Yippee-ki-larious, mother****er!"; Tom Arnold laments the failure of his third marriage and plugs Gardens of the Night; Dave chats with a grouchy CBS Store employee (Johnny Dark); Faith Hill and the Morgan State University Choir performed "Little Drummer Boy."
▶ Watch Episode54. Jennifer Connelly, Anderson Cooper, The Duke Spirit
minJennifer Connelly, Anderson Cooper, and The Duke Spirit are the scheduled guests. Plus, a special Top Ten from the Ball State University football team!
▶ Watch Episode55. Amy Adams, Michael Sheen, Jamey Johnson
minAmy Adams, Michael Sheen, and Jamey Johnson are the scheduled guests.
▶ Watch Episode56. Keanu Reeves, Paula Abdul, Loudon Wainwright III
minKeanu Reeves, Paula Abdul, and Loudon Wainwright III are the scheduled guests.
▶ Watch Episode57. Sen. John McCain, Bon Iver
minSen. John McCain and Bon Iver are the scheduled guests.
▶ Watch Episode58. Meryl Streep, Jeff Altman
minIn need of a pick-me-up, Dave repeats the sneezing monkey clip; a bronchitis-stricken Meryl Streep promotes Doubt; Dave's old buddy Jeff Altman does a few impressions.
▶ Watch Episode60. Tom Cruise, Fall Out Boy
minTom Cruise and Fall Out Boy are the scheduled guests.
▶ Watch Episode61. Jennifer Aniston, Broken Social Scene
minJennifer Aniston and Broken Social Scene are the scheduled guests, and a special top ten list with Jim Carrey.
▶ Watch Episode63. Jerry Seinfeld, Leona Lewis
minJerry Seinfeld and Leona Lewis are the scheduled guests.
▶ Watch Episode64. Dustin Hoffman, Todd Rundgren
minDustin Hoffman and Todd Rundgren guest. PLUS: An Apology from Bernie Madoff; Coach Mike Singletary; the Bitter Cold Hits the "Today" Show; the Al Qaeda Holiday Party; and a Top Ten List.
▶ Watch Episode65. Jay Thomas, Mickey Rourke, Darlene Love
minMickey Rourke; Jay Thomas; and Darlene Love. PLUS: Great Moments in Presidential Speeches; a sneezing monkey; a top ten list; Holiday Quarterback Challenge; and Paul Shaffer's does Cher's "O Holy Night."
▶ Watch Episode66. Tracy Morgan, Matt Braunger
minDave shows a (phony) clip of Larry King interviewing the shoe that was thrown at President Bush; Tracy Morgan jokes about his recent legal troubles; Dave asks Paul about how he spent his Christmas; "MADtv" star Matt Braunger makes his television stand-up debut.
▶ Watch Episode67. Kate Hudson, Glasvegas
minKate Hudson; and Glasvegas. PLUS: CNN Clip of the Night; Great Moments in Presidential Speeches; Homeland Security USA; Changes in the Late Show 2009; the President defends his record; Regis in high-def; a top ten list; Dave's resolutions; and Biff still celebrating.
▶ Watch Episode68. Kevin James, Becky Quick, Erin McCarley
minDave delivers a pizza to an audience member, but she's too excited to eat it; Dave reads the "Top Ten Questions"; Kevin James plugs Paul Blart: Mall Cop and discusses his weight problem; another chat with CBS store employee "Stanley Kronkite" (Johnny Dark); "Squawk Box" host Becky Quick analyzes the Bernie Madoff controversy; Erin McCarley performed "Love, Save the Empty."
▶ Watch Episode69. Ricky Gervais, Rose Byrne, Okkervil River
minRicky Gervais; Rose Byrne; and Okkervil River. PLUS: Great Moments in Presidential Speeches; Ball State at the GMAC Bowl; what's popular on the Monkey Channel; the White House lunch; a top ten list; and the guy who was hanging bare-assed from a ski lift.
▶ Watch Episode70. Kate Winslet, Marv Albert
minKate Winslet; and Marv Albert. PLUS: Great Moments in Presidential Speeches; Front Page of the New York Post; Regis in High-Def; and a Top Ten List.
▶ Watch Episode71. Kiefer Sutherland, Wendy Liebman
minKiefer Sutherland; and Wendy Liebman. PLUS: Great Moments in Presidential Speeches; a monkey sneezing; a squid sneezing; Dick Cheney Lie Count; Governor Bill Richardson; Late Show Fun Facts; Alan Kalter's Guide to the Inauguration; and a top ten list.
▶ Watch Episode72. Billy Crystal, Kara DioGuardi
minBilly Crystal; and Kara DioGuardi. PLUS: Great Moments in Presidential Speeches; an Odd Blagojevich Press Conference; 49er Coach Mike Singletary; and a Top Ten List with Owen Wilson from Maui, Hawaii.
▶ Watch Episode73. Salma Hayek, Jimmie Walker
minSalma Hayek; and Jimmie Walker. PLUS: Great Moments in Presidential Speeches; phone call for David Letterman; little known things about the Bush Administration; Dave's Cocoa Guy; a message from Late Show writer Bill Scheft; and a special Top Ten from baseball's newest Hall of Fame inductees, Jim Rice and Rickey Henderson.
▶ Watch Episode74. Clint Eastwood, Randy Rogers Band
minClint Eastwood; and Randy Rogers Band. PLUS: Great Moments in Presidential Speeches; The 9th Anniversary of Dave's Quintuple; and Alan Kalter's Celebrity Interview.
▶ Watch Episode75. Kyra Sedgwick, Gwen Ifill
minKyra Sedgwick; and Gwen Ifill. PLUS: Great Moments in Presidential Speeches; George W. Bush cleaning his glasses; Inauguration Day Plans; filling in for Osama bin Laden; and Chris Elliott and Gerard Mulligan drop in uninvited.
▶ Watch Episode76. Zach Braff, Arj Barker, The Airborne Toxic Event
minZach Braff; Arj Barker; and The Airborne Toxic Event. PLUS: Great Moments in Presidential Speeches; "Bride Wars"; Mystery Sound in Space; Alan Kalter's How It Works; and a Late Show Farewell to Great Moments in Presidential Speeches.
▶ Watch Episode80. Renee Zellweger, Tony Dungy, Graham Nash sits in with the band
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▶ Watch Episode84. Joe Torre, Demetri Martin, Lyle Lovett and John Hiatt
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▶ Watch Episode85. Isla Fisher, extreme fisherman Matt Watson, Mark Olson and Gary Louris, a Top Ten List presented by Lil' Wayne
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▶ Watch Episode87. Naomi Watts, Danny McBride, 2009 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue cover reveal
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▶ Watch Episode88. The crew of US Airways "Miracle On The Hudson" Flight 1549, Heartless Bastards
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▶ Watch Episode92. Ellen Pompeo, Daytona 500 winner Matt Kenseth, Willie Nelson with Asleep at the Wheel
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▶ Watch Episode95. David Spade, Jeffrey Sachs, David Sanborn with Sam Moore
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▶ Watch Episode100. Jon Stewart, U2, a Top Ten List featuring 10 Team USA members from the World Baseball Classic
minJon Stewart is scheduled to appear. Plus, Day 4 of U2 Week!
▶ Watch Episode105. Andy Samberg, Paul Teutul Sr., the Broadway cast of "West Side Story"
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▶ Watch Episode110. Billy Crystal, Kara DioGuardi, a Top Ten List presented by Owen Wilson
minAfter discussing Bruce Willis' wedding at length, Dave mentions that he married his longtime girlfriend in a private ceremony this past weekend, than explains all the obstacles he faced on the way to the courthouse; an update on George Clarke and the Late Show Weight Loss Challenge; Hugh Laurie plugs Monsters vs. Aliens; Sarah Paulson does impressions; Bloc Party performed "One Month Off."
▶ Watch Episode111. David Spade, Richard Zoglin, David Sanborn and Sam Moore
minVia videotape, Osama bin Laden congratulates Dave on his marriage to Regina; tonight on "At Home with the Madoffs," Bernie and Ruth watch TV; Mary Tyler Moore plugs her autobiography and shares an embarassing story about Ed Asner; Blake Lively talks about her maltipoo; White Lies performed "To Lose My Life."
▶ Watch Episode114. Christina Applegate, Jim Gaffigan, Jesse Harris with Norah Jones
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▶ Watch Episode115. Seth Rogen, Tom Dreesen, Adele
minFollowing the monologue, two goons walk off with Tony, claiming he's been adopted by Madonna; in lieu of Biff, Andy Kindler makes the annual trip to Yankees Spring Training; champion grocery-bagger Francisco Palacios puts Dave to shame in a face-off; Marg Helgenberger talks about her first job; Ray LaMontagne performed "You Are The Best Thing."
▶ Watch Episode117. Marg Helgenberger, Francisco Palacios, Ray LaMontagne
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▶ Watch Episode120. Zac Efron, Mike Golic and Mike Greenberg, A.C. Newman with Nicole Atkins
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▶ Watch Episode130. Matthew Fox, Carol Leifer, the All-American Rejects, a Top Ten List presented by Matthew Stafford
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▶ Watch Episode132. Jennifer Garner, Tesla Motors CEO Elon Musk, Manchester Orchestra
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▶ Watch Episode133. Regis Philbin, a performance by the Broadway cast of "Hair"
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▶ Watch Episode135. Gordon Ramsay, Chris Pine, Keri Hilson with Kanye West
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▶ Watch Episode138. Norm MacDonald, a Top Ten List presented by Leonard Nimoy, Animal Collective
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▶ Watch Episode143. Kid Scientists, Teri Hatcher, Rick Ross with Magazeen, a Top Ten List presented by Ron Howard
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▶ Watch Episode147. Stephen Colbert, General Motors Vice Chairman Bob Lutz, Grizzly Bear
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▶ Watch Episode153. Elvis Costello, a Top Ten List presented by Neil Patrick Harris
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▶ Watch Episode157. Kathy Griffin, Stupid Human Tricks, Sonic Youth, an NBA Finals report by Phoenix Suns' Steve Nash
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▶ Watch Episode158. Denzel Washington, the Jonas Brothers, a Top Ten List with Regis Philbin
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▶ Watch Episode159. Sandra Bullock, Pete Correale, P.J. Harvey & John Parish
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▶ Watch Episode161. Michelle Pfeiffer, Judah Friedlander, Ian McLagan & the Bump Band
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▶ Watch Episode163. Danny DeVito, Bear Grylls, Phoenix
minDave welcomes the star of the FX network comedy, "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia", Danny Devito. Topics include Danny's now infamous Youtube moment when it appeared he was drunk on the set. He claims he wasn't. Later, star of the Discovery Channel/Science Channel series, "Man vs. Wild", Bear Grylis stops by to discuss his series upcoming episode with superstar Will Farrell. Phoenix is the Musical Guest.
▶ Watch Episode164. Jada Pinkett Smith, Michael Cera, the Sounds
minJada Pinkett-Smith discusses her new role as a doctor in the TnT Tuesday night drama, "Hawthorne" and her oldest son, Jaden's new role in the Karate Kid remake, "Kung Fu Kid". Jada noting that the the family will be living in Hong Kong during the film's production. Michael Cerra discusses his role in the new film, "Year One", also starring Jack Black. Swedish Rock band, The Sounds, are the musical guests.
▶ Watch Episode165. Samuel L. Jackson, Emeril Lagasse, Iggy Pop & the Brighton Port Authority
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▶ Watch Episode166. Sandra Day O'Connor, MSTRKRFT with John Legend, a Top Ten List presented by Lucas Glover
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▶ Watch Episode170. Serena Williams, Hayden Panettiere, Conor Oberst and the Mystic Valley Band
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▶ Watch Episode173. Daniel Radcliffe, Veronika Part, Levon Helm, a Top Ten List presented by Bruno
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▶ Watch Episode177. Paul McCartney, a Top Ten List presented by Bruce Willis
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▶ Watch Episode179. Tom Arnold, Metric, a Top Ten List presented by Dave's mom Dorothy
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▶ Watch Episode181. Kevin Spacey, Jesse James, the Flatlanders, a Top Ten List presented by Stewart Cink
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▶ Watch Episode183. Sean "Diddy" Combs, Vera Farmiga, Ginuwine with Missy Elliott
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▶ Watch Episode185. Eric Bana, Dave Matthews Band, a Top Ten List presented by Chicago White Sox star Mark Buehrle
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▶ Watch Episode188. Adam Sandler, Cage the Elephant
minQuentin Tarantino, Eric Ripert, and Robert Cray are the scheduled guests.
▶ Watch Episode191. Donald Trump, Diane Kruger, Billy Currington, a Top Ten List presented by Britney Spears
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▶ Watch Episode194. Renee Zellweger, Gary Mule Deer
minMary-Louise Parker, Eugene Levy, and Jet are the scheduled guests.
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