S2·E93 Shailene Woodley, Laverne Cox, Rick and Marty Lagina

Episode recap

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert’s second‑season episode ninety‑three aired as part of the program’s regular weekly schedule. The episode opened with Stephen Colbert delivering his customary opening monologue, in which he applied his well‑known satirical style to recent news items and cultural moments, setting the tone for the evening’s conversation‑driven format. Following the monologue, the show moved to its interview segment, bringing together a diverse group of guests.

Actress Shailene Woodley appeared as a guest, joining Colbert at the desk for a discussion that highlighted her career in film and television. The conversation remained focused on Woodley’s professional experiences, with Colbert’s questions prompting the actress to reflect on her recent projects and the broader landscape of the entertainment industry.

The episode also featured actress Laverne Cox, who sat down with Colbert for a separate interview. Cox’s appearance centered on her work as an actress, and the dialogue touched on her contributions to television and film, as well as her perspective on representation within the medium. Throughout the interview, Colbert’s trademark humor interwove with Cox’s insights, maintaining the show’s blend of comedy and substantive conversation.

In addition to the two actresses, the episode welcomed treasure hunters Rick Lagina and Marty Lagina. The brothers were introduced as “treasure hunters,” and their segment focused on their pursuits in locating and recovering historic artifacts. Colbert engaged the Lagina brothers in a discussion about the challenges and rewards of their field, allowing the guests to describe the nature of their expeditions and the investigative work involved.

The episode concluded with Colbert delivering a brief closing remark, thanking the guests for their participation and wrapping up the night’s broadcast. Throughout the hour, the program adhered to its established structure of monologue, interview, and concluding remarks, delivering a blend of humor and guest‑driven dialogue that characterizes The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.