The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert Keanu Reeves & Alex Winter (Extended) | No Sur-Prize
Oct 14, 2025
In this entertaining conversation, Keanu Reeves, a beloved actor known for iconic roles in Bill & Ted and The Matrix, joins his longtime friend Alex Winter, who also stars alongside him in their Broadway production of Waiting for Godot. They share stories of their first meeting during auditions decades ago and their passion for motorcycles and music. Delving into the timeless themes of the play, they discuss friendship and existential questions, while also reflecting on nerves before performances and a memorable experience with Diane Keaton.
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Federal Response Vs. Protest Reality
- Colbert critiques federal troop deployments to cities and mocks Portland protest imagery.
- He contrasts official rhetoric with surreal protest costumes to underline mismatch.
Shutdown Shifts Threaten Public Services
- Colbert explains unusual shutdown tactics: mass firings and withholding back pay.
- He warns this breaks norms and risks public services like drinking water oversight.
How Bill And Ted Began
- Keanu Reeves and Alex Winter recall meeting during Bill & Ted auditions over motorcycles and bass guitars.
- They bonded as two theater-minded, out-of-place actors in L.A.
