Late Night with Seth Meyers Season 4 Episode 15 Vice President Joe Biden, Dr. Jill Biden, Sturgill Simpson
- October 13, 2016
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Vice President Joe Biden, Dr. Jill Biden, and country singer Sturgill Simpson join Seth Meyers on this episode of Late Night. Biden discusses his time in office as Vice President and his new book, Promise Me, Dad: A Year of Hope, Hardship, and Purpose. He talks about his decision not to run for president in 2016 and touches on the current political climate. Dr. Jill Biden joins the conversation to discuss her work with military families and education. The couple also talks about their relationship and how they navigated political life together.
Later on, Sturgill Simpson takes the stage for a musical performance. Simpson talks with Meyers about his unique sound and songwriting process. He shares inspiration for some of his songs and explains how his background as a former Navy sailor influences his music. Simpson also talks about his recent partnership with the country music legend, Willie Nelson.
Throughout the show, Meyers takes shots at current events in politics and pop culture. In his opening monologue, he jokes about President Trump's tweets and the recent controversy surrounding a contestant on the reality show, The Bachelor. Meyers also uses his segment "A Closer Look" to break down some of the latest news out of Washington, including the ongoing investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election.
The show also features a segment called "Jokes Seth Can't Tell," where Meyers sets up punchlines for his writers Amber Ruffin and Jenny Hagel to deliver. The jokes are centered around issues of race and gender and highlight the importance of diverse voices in comedy.
Overall, this episode of Late Night with Seth Meyers offers a mix of humor, politics, and music. The Bidens provide insight into the inner workings of political life, while Sturgill Simpson brings a unique sound to the show. Meyers offers up his signature wit and commentary on current events, making for an entertaining and informative episode.