The Strange Death of Late Night Comedy (ft. Wade Stotts)
February 16, 2026
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as posted by the channelIn this culture-heavy episode of Moment of Truth, Nick sits down with Wade Stotts, host of "The Wade Show with Wade," at Canon Press in Moscow, Idaho. Wade breaks down the evolution of late night comedy, explaining how shows like Seth Meyers and Stephen Colbert transformed from entertainment into political activism during the Trump era.
They explore comedy legends like Norm Macdonald, Conan O'Brien, and the fall of Saturday Night Live, discussing what makes truly great comedy versus ideologically-driven content. Wade offers his take on modern comedians from Shane Gillis to Bo Burnham, and analyzes why Trump is simultaneously hilarious and impossible to parody effectively. The conversation also tackles the controversial DHS meme strategy and whether government agencies should embrace humor.
Whether you're a comedy nerd or just curious about the intersection of entertainment and politics, this episode delivers laughs and insights in equal measure.
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