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There's a palpable sense that the current strategy of leaning heavily on commercial breaks and partisan humor is not a sustainable path for the future of late-night TV. As audiences continue to drift away and alternative media forms rise in popularity, one has to wonder how much longer networks can justify their current approach. The current batch of late-night shows faces a real existential threat, as they struggle to find a balance that resonates with today’s viewers.