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Talking about Trump is the job, and you could tell.
It must be tedious to produce; its definitely monotonous to consume.
Even the other ex-Daily Showfolks only have to do it once a week.
Perhaps thats why Colbert isdominating in the ratings.
His passion wholly overlaps with what the Zeitgeist is demanding.
But there are moments, for so many late-night hosts, where I see joy zing out.
Like how Seth Meyers has been getting really into impressions lately.
Last week, Meyers riffed onwhat Obama would be like as a stand-up.
This week, he served Hillary Clinton andCrypt Keeper.
What makes these impressions fun is that they arenot great.
Hes hitting specific notes that tell us exactly what Meyers thinks makes Hillary funny: The way she projects.
Either everything is performative for Hillary Clinton, or shes old enough to be going deaf.
Busy Philipps thrives when shes generating blind items.
And which writer???
This week, its her show thats hosting the goss.
WhichSNLmusical guest had their choreographer perform during dress rehearsal instead of doing it themselves?
(It wasRihanna.)
James Corden seems most comfortable when surrounded by people more famous than himself.
As a late-night host, this is a good itch to want to scratch.
In fact, most of the late-night hosts seem most comfortable being little shits.
Maybe thats one reason Fallon is struggling in the ratings.
The last completely un-impish host ofThe Tonight Showwas Steve Allen.
Barely control your staff as they abandon and talk over you.
Let themcall you Jimbo.
Everyone brings a different flavor to the BBQ, and thats what makes it delicious.
