The Comedy Central series’ correspondent/host speaks of misdirected DEI complaints, the joke-writing process, and more in the latest episode of IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson.

CNN’s Kaitlan Collins (who is Colbert’s guest tonight) reports that he addresses his network’s statement denying it blocked his interview with James Talarico in tonight’s show.

Politico reports that Kimmel will host the March 10 event in Los Angeles, with House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and former Speaker Nancy Pelosi both set to appear.

The FCC’s lone Democrat Anna Gomez blasted the network over its decision to block Stephen Colbert’s interview with Texas state rep—and U.S. Senate candidate—James Talarico, calling it “corporate capitulation” in the face of political pressure.