Stephen Colbert signed off from the “Late Show” for the final time Thursday after CBS ended the iconic late night franchise. While many believe his criticism of President Donald Trump played a factor, the network insists it was purely a financial decision. But can political comedy and media consolidation coexist? And how will pressure from Trump’s FCC influence broadcasters going forward? A working comedian weighs in. 

For more: watch ‘The Last Laugh: Stephen Colbert’ 

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Guest: Michael Ian Black, “Have I Got News for You” team captain 

Host: David Rind 

Producer: Paola Ortiz 

Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin 

Support: Sophie Tran 

Photo By: Scott Kowalchyk/CBS
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