The Wayans Brothers & Anna Faris quizzed on Scary Movie, White Chicks, The House Bunny & More

This video features a lighthearted and chaotic JOE Pub Quiz hosted with comedy legends Shawn Wayans, Marlon Wayans, and Anna Faris to promote the new Scary Movie film. Throughout the competition, the participants test their knowledge of their own filmography and general cinema trivia.

Quiz Rounds:

• Know Your Line (0:57 - 8:15): The guests are challenged to identify quotes from films like Scary Movie, The House Bunny, Just Friends, The Dictator, Norbit, and White Chicks. Marlon Wayans takes an early lead with his quick reflexes.
• General Film Knowledge (8:15 - 13:53): A round of trivia covering topics such as Groundhog Day (8:34), the only horror film to win Best Picture at the Oscars (The Silence of the Lambs, 9:58), and the highest-grossing R-rated film (Deadpool & Wolverine, 12:08).
• Know Your Stills (13:53 - 19:12): The final round tests the stars on visual recognition of scenes from White Chicks, Little Man, The House Bunny, and Scary Movie.

Key Highlights:

• The group reflects on the legacy and impact of the Scary Movie franchise (16:38 - 18:55), with Anna Faris and the Wayans brothers discussing their shared history and the cultural significance of their work.
• The quiz culminates in Marlon Wayans being crowned the JOE Pub Quiz Champion with 25 points, while Anna Faris finishes with 10 points and Shawn Wayans with 3 points (19:12 - 20:01).

Kevin Hart Responds To George Floyd Joke Criticism, Reconciling With Katt Williams + More

In this interview on The Breakfast Club, Kevin Hart addresses criticism regarding the Netflix roast of Tom Brady, specifically focusing on the controversial joke made by Tony Hinchcliffe about George Floyd.

Key takeaways from the discussion:

• The Roast Format: Hart defends the nature of the roast, explaining that offensive or "tasteless" humor is expected in that format (0:00-0:45). He emphasizes that he did not write or tell the joke himself and refuses to take responsibility for the specific creative choices of other comedians (4:04-4:49).
• Production Responsibility: Hart argues that his role was to produce a successful show and provide a platform for talent, not to censor comedians or police their sets live on stage (3:10-4:20). He compares the situation to hosting a party where something goes wrong; while he is the face of the event, he cannot control the individual actions of attendees (6:25-7:30).
• Reconciliation with Katt Williams: Hart confirms that he and Katt Williams have privately reconciled. He highlights the importance of acting like an adult and moving past old conflicts, noting that they are now in a good place and even discussed working together (9:37-11:25).
• Addressing the "Plant" Narrative: Hart dismisses the criticism that he is a "Hollywood plant," framing it as a result of his long-term success and hard work. He maintains that he remains focused on winning and does not let negative outside narratives affect his peace or business decisions (13:13-14:45).

Stephen Colbert on the End of 'The Late Show,' What's Next & Why CBS Might Have "Saved" His Life

In this deeply personal interview, Stephen Colbert reflects on the upcoming end of The Late Show, his career path, and the personal experiences that have shaped him.

The End of The Late Show: Colbert discusses the transition as his show nears its conclusion. He notes that while he finds the ending surreal, he remains focused on the daily demands of production until the final episode (0:00–0:50). He describes his time at The Late Show as a "flaming toboggan ride" and expresses gratitude for the opportunity to work with talented people and use comedy to process his anxieties (0:50–1:05).

Career Evolution and Influences:

• Early Inspirations: Colbert shares how his mother’s interest in acting and his own discovery of improvisational theater in Chicago set him on his path as a performer and writer (4:18–6:01).
• The Daily Show and Jon Stewart: He recounts his serendipitous meeting with Jon Stewart and how Stewart transformed The Daily Show into a platform for meaningful satire, which eventually led to Colbert’s own long-term tenure there (6:02–9:16).
• The Late Show Journey: Colbert admits that taking over for David Letterman was never his primary goal. He discusses the deliberation process, including the crucial support of his sister Mary, that led him to accept the job (9:17–10:40).

Personal Reflections on Grief and Family:

• Experiencing Loss: Colbert speaks candidly about the loss of his father and two brothers in a plane crash when he was 10. He reflects on how his public discussion of this grief resonated with many others who have experienced similar tragedies (10:41–11:58).
• Marriage and Family: He highlights his 33-year marriage to his wife, Evie, noting the joy and laughter they share. He also touches on the experience of watching his children grow into adults and his anticipation for his brother's wedding following the end of the show (11:59–14:49).

What's Next: While he doesn't have a "big plan" post-show, Colbert mentions his ongoing creative work on a Lord of the Rings project with his son and collaborators, which he has been developing for years (2:35–3:26). He views this transition as an opportunity to reclaim energy and time for other pursuits (2:16–2:34).

EXCLUSIVE | Katt Williams vs BodyGuard! Toya Wright's Husband EXPOSED! | Brooke Bailey Calls Tasha K

This video features Tasha K covering a range of entertainment news and exclusive stories. The episode focuses on several high-profile topics:

Key Topics Discussed:

• Katt Williams & Bodyguard Lawsuit: Tasha K discusses an exclusive interview with Trenel Williams, a former bodyguard for Katt Williams, who is currently involved in a $5 million lawsuit and facing legal charges following the death of comedian Reggie Carroll. Tasha K addresses the legal pushback her platform has received regarding this coverage (6:53, 1:20:38).
• Toya Wright's Husband: An investigation into Toya Wright's husband, Robert, following claims made by his baby mother regarding child support and legal issues (3:42, 42:12, 53:07).
• Cheyenne Bryant & Brooke Bailey: Brooke Bailey calls in to discuss her history with Cheyenne Bryant and addresses controversies surrounding Bryant's professional credentials and past behavior (6:06, 29:47, 1:03:06).
• Other Entertainment News: Discussions regarding Usher's lawsuit against his producer Brian Michael Cox (2:11, 15:35), Lizzo's recent social media activity (2:27, 20:27), and Tiffany Haddish's efforts to expunge her legal record (3:21, 31:11, 36:34).

Note: The full, two-hour exclusive interview with Trenel Williams is highlighted as being available on tashaklive.com.

Kym Whitley: Dating a Murderer & Rating Black Hollywood Royalty | Only Child with Bob the Drag Queen

In this episode of Only Child, Bob the Drag Queen sits down with comedy legend and "Black Hollywood auntie" Kym Whitley for an unfiltered, hilarious conversation. The two discuss everything from their shared experiences in stand-up comedy to their personal lives and career milestones.

Key Highlights from the Discussion:

• Surprising Revelations: Kym Whitley shares a shocking story about a former boyfriend who turned out to be a murderer (1:30 - 3:20). They also revisit the legendary "sweatpants moment" involving Marlon Wayans on the set of The Wayans Bros. (10:00 - 11:35).
• Stand-up and Career: Kym discusses her long-standing career in comedy, her approach to performing, and the importance of supporting fellow comedians by taking them on tour (17:35 - 20:30). She also clears up her history with various roles, including her voice work as the "Toothfish" (14:30 - 16:50).
• Comedy and Perspectives: The two share a candid and thoughtful conversation about Flame Monroe, comedy, and the nuances of gender-affirming care and social presentation (21:50 - 28:00).
• The "Messy" Blind Ranking Game: Bob forces Kym to participate in a "blind ranking" game of Black Hollywood actors, which creates a comical amount of tension as Kym tries to avoid ruining friendships while assigning rankings to people like Mon'nique, Tisha Campbell, and Sherry Shepard (31:35 - 43:20).
• Travel Tips: Kym shares her "master" secrets for securing better airline experiences, including creative ways to ensure no one sits next to her on flights (49:28 - 50:10).

“The Connection To My Mother” - David Letterman’s Fondest Recollection About His “Late Show”

In this segment of The Late Show, host Stephen Colbert sits down in the Ed Sullivan Theater audience with former Late Show host David Letterman.

Key highlights from their conversation include:

• Theater Renovations: The two discuss the updated seating in the Ed Sullivan Theater. Letterman jokes about the wider, 24-inch seats, humorously referring to them as "high fructose seats" to accommodate the modern American audience (0:23 - 0:53).
• Connection to his Mother: Letterman reflects on how his mother, Dorothy, became a central part of his Late Show production. He notes that their relationship grew closer through these appearances, which included memorable segments like sending her to Norway (1:33 - 1:52).
• Humorous Anecdotes: Letterman shares lighthearted stories about his mother, including her blunt comments after returning from her travels and a funny, albeit fictionalized, story about being cut out of her will (2:16 - 3:25).
• A Mom’s Cookbook: Colbert presents a copy of Dorothy Letterman's cookbook to the stage. They share a lighthearted moment trying to get the spelling of a producer’s name right for a dedication signature before heading to a commercial break (3:32 - 4:49).

You Can Take A Man’s Show, You Can’t Take A Man’s Voice - David Letterman On Colbert’s Cancellation

 

This video features a lighthearted and nostalgic return of legendary talk show host David Letterman to the Ed Sullivan Theater, where he visits Stephen Colbert on The Late Show.

Key highlights from the conversation:

• Return to the Theater: Letterman makes a grand entrance (0:13) and humorously ribs Colbert about the cold temperature in the studio (1:48).
• Mock 'Firing': Letterman jokes about being 'fired' by a CBS representative backstage, noting that while someone can take a man's show, they cannot take his voice (2:12-2:59).
• Life Updates: Letterman discusses his life, including his son graduating from college and introduces his new dog, Doc, sharing funny anecdotes and photos of the pet (3:36-6:25).
• The Theater and Ownership: The two discuss the renovation of the Ed Sullivan Theater, with Letterman joking about the ownership and the 'custom-made' nature of the studio's furnishings (7:43-8:22).
• Audience Interaction: Letterman wanders into the audience to meet guests, including a woman named Nevada who shares a humorous story about her name (9:48-10:49).

The segment captures the comedic chemistry between the two hosts as they reflect on the history of the late-night space and engage in playful banter.

Jimmy Kimmel Pokes Fun at Stephen Colbert's CBS Replacement Byron Allen: How Did He Get So Rich?

This video covers the conclusion of Stephen Colbert's tenure on The Late Show and the subsequent spotlight on the media mogul replacing his timeslot, Byron Allen.

Stephen Colbert's Farewell:

• Final Days: With just eight days remaining (0:09), Colbert has begun clearing out his office as his late-night era comes to a close.
• Strike Force 5 Reunion: To honor his historic run, Colbert reunited with his fellow late-night hosts—Jimmy Kimmel, Jimmy Fallon, Seth Meyers, and John Oliver—for an "emergency episode" of their podcast (0:12).
• Looking Ahead: Colbert shared his plans for life after the show, mentioning family milestones and hinting at potentially starting his own podcast (0:42).
• Context: The final episodes have featured emotional farewells, including segments with Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Pedro Pascal (0:44).

The Rise of Byron Allen:

• Kimmel's Jabs: Amidst the farewells, Jimmy Kimmel took a comedic swipe at the news that Byron Allen's show, Comics Unleashed, would be taking over Colbert's timeslot (1:09).
• Media Empire: The video explores how Byron Allen built his estimated $1 billion empire. Key points include:
  • Early Beginnings: He started at age 14 writing jokes for Jimmy Walker before performing on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson at 18 (1:39).
  • Business Expansion: Allen owns about 10 television networks, including The Weather Channel (purchased for $300 million in 2018), and has invested roughly $1 billion in broadcast affiliates (2:12).
  • Current Moves: He currently manages about 75 shows on the air and recently announced plans to buy a controlling stake in BuzzFeed for approximately $120 million (1:29).

Top 10 Most Watched Hot Ones Episodes (Marathon)

This video is a marathon compilation featuring the top 10 most-watched episodes of Hot Ones, where host Sean Evans interviews celebrities while they eat increasingly spicy chicken wings. Throughout the episodes, guests discuss their careers, personal anecdotes, and share stories while navigating the intense spice level of the wings.

Featured segments include:

• Stone Cold Steve Austin (0:36): Discusses his wrestling career, his Yokozuna story (5:36), and his transition into podcasting and television.
• Millie Bobby Brown (30:28): Talks about the challenges of filming Stranger Things season 4 (31:15) and her experience doing hot laps with Lewis Hamilton (37:45).
• Steve-O (49:44): Reflects on the Jackass era, the evolution of YouTube stunts (1:06:35), and his passion for performing.
• Post Malone (1:16:16): Shares insights on working with artists like Kanye West and Justin Bieber (1:16:36) and his career trajectory.
• Key & Peele (1:32:22): Revisit some of their iconic sketch characters and discuss their film Keanu (1:32:27).
• Tom Holland (1:45:56): Discusses his role as Spider-Man (1:54:18) and the technical challenges of filming his debut in The Impossible (1:59:26).
• Kevin Hart (2:10:56): Shares his motivation to create a lasting legacy and stories from his early comedy career (2:11:31).
• Shaquille O'Neal (2:33:08): Discusses his dominant NBA career and his projects like Shaq's Fun House (2:44:03).
• Billie Eilish (3:02:36): Talks about her rapid rise to fame, her relationship with fans, and her creative process (3:13:12).
• Gordon Ramsay (3:26:35): Discusses his culinary empire, television career, and his intense adventures like hunting puffins in Iceland (3:39:18).

Stephen Colbert REACTS to His Late Show Replacement and REVEALS Post-Show Plans

In this interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Stephen Colbert shares his perspective on his upcoming departure from The Late Show and his future plans.

Reaction to the Replacement: Colbert reflects on CBS's decision to replace his 11:35 PM time slot with Comics Unleashed with Byron Allen (0:28-0:32). He expresses support for the change, noting that Byron Allen—the youngest comedian to perform on Johnny Carson—brings a historic milestone as the first Black host in that specific time slot on a "big three" network (1:05-1:30). Colbert joked about wanting to "cut the brother in" so that the laughs aren't just limited to white hosts (1:30-1:35).

Post-Show Plans: Colbert officially signs off on May 21st (1:39-1:41). His plans immediately following the finale include:

• Family commitments: He is traveling to Washington D.C. for his brother's wedding and attending his son's college graduation that same week (1:41-1:52).
• Creative projects: Colbert humorously claimed he would be the next James Bond, but clarified he is actually working as a writer for the Lord of the Rings franchise and is open to creating a new live show (1:53-2:25).
• Personal goals: He jokingly mentioned he is ready for "sexiest man" consideration and intends to focus on getting into peak physical shape (2:26-2:46).

Kathy Embraces the MAGA Girly Girl Phenomenon

In this episode of Kathy Griffin: Talk Your Head Off, comedian Kathy Griffin adopts a humorous "girly girl" persona, joking about trying to be more "modest" to attract a boyfriend while recounting her recent whirlwind comedy tour through the American South (0:06 - 0:48).

Key Highlights from the Episode:

• Touring in the South: Kathy discusses playing shows in Charlotte, Richmond, Raleigh, and Charleston. She reflects on the contrast between performing in "MAGA country" and her own liberal views, sharing stories about interactions with local fans and drivers who held unexpectedly aligned political opinions (1:47 - 2:07, 20:03 - 24:05).
• The "View" Headlines: She addresses recent media coverage surrounding her appearances on The View, doubling down on her criticisms of Megan McCain and Elizabeth Hasselbeck while praising Joy Behar and Whoopi Goldberg (8:16 - 10:52).
• Health and Resilience: Kathy touches on her battle with lung cancer, her recovery, and the support she received from figures like Hillary Clinton and her friend Clay Aiken (2:46 - 7:18).
• Major Announcement: Kathy officially announces her first-ever comedy residency at The Plaza in Palm Springs, beginning January 31st. She explains that she intends to perform a completely different show for each monthly date (17:09 - 19:42).
• Fan Interactions: She shares her appreciation for her audience and the unique "fan art" she receives, specifically highlighting a painting gifted to her by a fan in Raleigh (31:21 - 32:55).

The episode blends her signature blunt, observational comedy with an exaggerated, ironic attempt to conform to traditional gender expectations, all while providing updates on her upcoming career milestones.