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The Nose Replaces Colbert, Marries Jesus, and Has No Love For the Gov

John Rowland’s 1990 congressional photo.
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John Rowland’s 1990 congressional photo.

Scientists say the papyrus that mentionsa wife of Jesus is not a forgery. Stephen Colbert will take over when Letterman leaves. I'm not saying the two things are connected, but maybe our weekly culture roundtable The Nose will find a common thread.

It might seem like a small thing - the departure of Stephen Colbert from his late night role in which he depicts a strutting, preening, right-wing media star. In the last analysis, who cares who takes over the Letterman show?

But it's bigger than that. Partly because we're losing one of the two double-barrels that do more to hold the political and media establishments accountable than anybody else in America right now. There's a good chance the 11:30 show on CBS will be more sharply political than it ever has been. But the realities of that job suggest the Colbert will have to stop doing what he and John Stewart do so incredibly well, and it's not a small thing in the life of this nation.

While we're at it, we also talk about John Rowland's indictment yesterday.Is it time to feel a little bit sorry for him? A theological perspective on that and more, on today's show.

What do you think? Comment below, email Colin@wnpr.org, or tweet @wnprcolin.

GUESTS:

  • Susan Campbell is the communications and development director for Partnership for Strong Communities, and author of  Tempest Tossed: The Spirit of Isabella Beecher Hooker
  • Luis Figueroa is an associate professor of history at Trinity College
  • James Hanley is the co-founder of Cinestudio at Trinity College

Colin McEnroe is a radio host, newspaper columnist, magazine writer, author, playwright, lecturer, moderator, college instructor and occasional singer. Colin can be reached at colin@ctpublic.org.
Chion Wolf is the host of Audacious with Chion Wolf on Connecticut Public.
Betsy started as an intern at WNPR in 2011 after earning a Master's Degree in American and Museum Studies from Trinity College. She served as the Senior Producer for 'The Colin McEnroe Show' for several years before stepping down in 2021 and returning to her previous career as a registered nurse. She still produces shows with Colin and the team when her schedule allows.

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