Ep 153. Bryan Cranston, Michael Yo, Kerri Kenney-Silver, Mo Mandel
- October 11, 2012
In season 6 episode 153 of Chelsea Lately, host Chelsea Handler welcomes guests Bryan Cranston, Michael Yo, Kerri Kenney-Silver, and Mo Mandel to the show. The episode begins with Handler discussing recent news and events with her roundtable of comedians, including speculation about Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's relationship and the controversy surrounding comedian Louis C.K.'s return to stand-up comedy after admitting to sexual misconduct.
Next, Handler sits down with actor Bryan Cranston to discuss his latest film, "Trumbo," in which he plays screenwriter Dalton Trumbo, who was blacklisted by Hollywood for his political beliefs in the 1950s. Cranston discusses the challenges of portraying a real-life figure and the importance of free speech and artistic expression.
In the following segment, comedian Michael Yo joins Handler on the couch to discuss his recent trip to Japan and the cultural differences he observed. They also discuss Yo's experience as a new father and the challenges of parenting.
Later, actress Kerri Kenney-Silver joins the show to promote her upcoming comedy series, "Other Space," which follows a group of misfit astronauts on a journey through an alternate universe. Kenney-Silver discusses the challenges of writing and producing a sci-fi comedy and shares behind-the-scenes stories from the set.
Finally, comedian Mo Mandel joins the roundtable discussion and shares his thoughts on various topics, including the recent presidential election and the changing landscape of American politics, as well as the challenges facing comedians in the current cultural climate.
Throughout the episode, Handler and her guests engage in playful banter and witty commentary, showcasing their unique comedic perspectives and keeping the audience laughing from start to finish.
