Part 9/10:
The turbulence at CBS and Stephen Colbert's deteriorating ratings illustrate a significant shift in the late-night television landscape. As traditional notions of comedy collide with politically charged commentary, the future of CBS—along with Colbert's role within it—remains uncertain. Critics assert that the current approach may not only jeopardize the network's potential for recovery but also mark a reluctant farewell to the kind of unifying, humorous late-night entertainment that once characterized the genre.