The Colbert Report

Walter Isaacson

Season 11 • 10/13/2014

"The Innovators" author Walter Isaacson traces the modern computer back to its 19th-century origins.

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Republicans Are People, Too

A political ad asserts that Republicans are human beings, inspiring Stephen to make a courageous confession.
10/09/2014
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Intro - 10/9/14

A persecuted minority fights back, scandal rocks the sports world, and former Led Zeppelin frontman Robert Plant visits The Report.
10/09/2014
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Sign Off - "lullaby and... The Ceaseless Roar"

Stephen ends the night with Robert Plant's album.
10/09/2014
06:13

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Robert Plant

Musician Robert Plant discusses his ongoing creative quest, the limited perks of being a Commander of the British Empire and his album "lullaby and... The Ceaseless Roar."
10/09/2014
02:16

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Raining vs. Sprinkling

Two toddlers become an Internet sensation after getting into a heated argument about the weather.
10/09/2014
03:46

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Columbus Day Under Attack

Fox News's Peter Johnson Jr. cries foul when Seattle's public schools replace Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples' Day.
10/09/2014
04:05

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32 Episodes Left for The Report

As The Report approaches its final episode, Stephen reflects on his many accomplishments and wonders what the future might hold.
10/13/2014
00:08

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Sign Off - Quality Time with Americone Dream

Stephen digs into his favorite ice cream, Americone Dream.
10/13/2014
01:55

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Midterms '014 - Detour to Gridlock - Dennis Daugaard

Republican Governor Dennis Daugaard weighs in on South Dakota's close Senate race with an official endorsement.
10/13/2014
00:30

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Intro - 10/13/14

The midterm elections approach, America reaches a milestone, and Walter Isaacson talks about the history of the computer.
10/13/2014
06:36

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Walter Isaacson

"The Innovators" author Walter Isaacson discusses the history of the computer, the importance of hackers and the blurry line between collaboration and intellectual piracy.
10/13/2014
03:39

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A Week of Victories for Gay Rights

More states legalize same-sex marriage, and the Vatican releases a statement urged pastors to accept gays and lesbians.
10/14/2014
00:08

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Sign Off - "Special Deluxe"

Stephen ends the night with Neil Young's "Special Deluxe: A Memoir of Life & Cars."
10/14/2014
07:00

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Neil Young

"Special Deluxe" author and musician Neil Young chats about his passion for cars, the Pono music player and protecting the environment.
10/14/2014
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Say Yes to Rick Scott

A Republican ad targets female voters by comparing Florida Governor Rick Scott to the perfect wedding dress.
10/14/2014
04:56

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Sean Hannity's Question of the Day

Sean Hannity takes time out from covering the news to answer personal questions from viewers.
10/15/2014
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Who's Attacking Me Now? - Larry Page

Stephen threatens to sue Google CEO Larry Page after discovering that the search engine understated his height by an entire inch.
10/15/2014
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Tip/Wag - Barack Obama & Stan Lee

President Obama reverses his position on nuclear weapons, and Stan Lee of Marvel Comics outsources America's superheroes.
10/15/2014
00:07

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Sign Off - Goodnight

Stephen says goodnight.
10/15/2014
06:21

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Justin Simien

Writer-director Justin Simien shares a clip from his film "Dear White People" and talks about the concept of microaggression.
10/15/2014
05:37

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William Deresiewicz

"Excellent Sheep" author William Deresiewicz argues that Ivy League schools are failing to provide students with the tools needed for a full and meaningful life.
10/16/2014
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