The Colbert Report

Fareed Zakaria

Season 1 • 10/19/2005

Journalist and editor Fareed Zakaria describes Iraq's political issues and his own centrism.

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Sign Off - A Fax From James Brady

Stephen reads a faxed threat that he received from James Brady, a longtime supporter of gun control.
10/18/2005
05:47

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Lesley Stahl

Award-winning journalist Lesley Stahl discusses Watergate, the Valerie Plame scandal and a new strategy for "60 Minutes."
10/18/2005
01:46

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All You Need to Know - Illegal Immigration

Homeland Security Chief Michael Chertoff vows to remove undocumented immigrants from the U.S., and the new Danish prince gets some advice.
10/18/2005
05:20

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Better Know a District - Georgia's 1st - Jack Kingston

Congressman Jack Kingston chats about living in Ethiopia as a child, his experiences in a fraternity and his favorite "Seinfeld" episode.
10/18/2005
00:35

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Intro - 10/19/05

A dictator gets his day in court, Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes are in the family way, and Fareed Zakaria discusses foreign affairs.
10/19/2005
01:02

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On Notice - Bobby's Candy Apples

Stage Manager Bobby is placed on notice for referring to "caramel apples" as "candy apples."
10/19/2005
02:26

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Tip/Wag - Teen Pregnancy & Katie's No Lady

Teen pregnancy rates drop even though many teenagers are still engaging in sexual activity, and Katie Holmes gets pregnant out of wedlock.
10/19/2005
04:15

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The Word - Disappointed

After sharing the benefits of a caramel apple in the morning, Stephen explains how the media is mishandling Saddam Hussein's trial.
10/19/2005
03:18

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Stephen Settles the Debate - Whales and Cod vs. Polar Bears and Seal Hunters

With global warming melting the Arctic ice cap, several animals -- including whales, cod, polar bears and seals -- may need to adapt to changes in their ecosystem.
10/19/2005
01:19

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Sign Off - The In-Box - You're Great

Stephen reads two complimentary letters from his fans and one much less flattering letter.
10/19/2005
06:15

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Fareed Zakaria

Fareed Zakaria of "Newsweek" discusses outsourcing, Saddam Hussein's trial and his own centrist views.
10/19/2005
00:32

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Intro - 10/20/05

Obesity in America climbs, foreign news becomes easier to understand, and financial expert Jim Cramer sits down with Stephen.
10/20/2005
02:00

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Sign Off - Credit Cards

In order to stave off bankruptcy, average Americans must begin using as many credit cards as possible.
10/20/2005
02:48

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Avian Flu

As most news networks emphasis the worst parts of the bird flu epidemic, Stephen takes a cue from Fox News and throws a little bit of Lisa Loeb into his reporting.
10/20/2005
02:23

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Russ Lieber - Candy and Air

Radio host Russ Lieber becomes enraged when he finds out that Stephen has gotten his own television show.
10/20/2005
06:04

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Jim Cramer

Financial expert and "Mad Money" host Jim Cramer explains why it's beneficial to invest in foreign markets.
10/20/2005
04:14

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Un-American News - The Foreign Press

An English newspaper misunderstands the word "unlawful," Spanish television covers the Saddam Hussein trial, and Greek journalists use a quick-and-easy time-burner.
10/20/2005
02:28

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The Word - Love Handles

The Personal Responsibility in Food Consumption Act (known as the "Cheeseburger Bill") is passed, making it unlawful to sue corporations that sell fatty foods.
10/20/2005
04:08

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Bring 'Em Back or Leave 'Em Dead - Inquisition

Stephen is disappointed that his audience thinks the man who invented the Frosty should stay dead.
10/24/2005
04:22

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Against the Pundocracy

Stephen strikes his first blow against the Schieffers, the Russerts and the Stephanopouli.
10/24/2005
02:12

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Mug Shot

Stephen Colbert advises Karl Rove, Jack Abramoff and Scooter Libby to start thinking about composition and lighting for their mug shot.
10/24/2005
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