Joe Concha criticizes Stephen Colbert’s departure from ‘The Late Show’ and declining ratings

Joe Concha, a contributor for FOX News, has voiced strong criticism regarding Stephen Colbert’s departure from “The Late Show,” especially after President Trump’s recent comments on social media. Concha pointed out that the show had a large staff, predictable anti-Trump monologues, and has faced substantial financial losses for CBS, suggesting that its focus on “social justice” might have contributed to its declining ratings and loss of humor.

The conclusion of “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” this week prompted an outpouring of tributes across social media for Colbert, who spent over a decade with CBS.

Public figures, including former Vice President Kamala Harris and Bruce Springsteen, expressed their admiration and even made musical guest appearances, underlining the significant impact Colbert’s late-night show had on them and the entertainment world.

It’s a bit surprising to see such a well-liked show end rather suddenly, although there seems to be a notable reason for its underperformance—many viewers felt that the show had become more of a DNC platform than a comedic outlet, which could explain the decline in its audience.

Interestingly, a photo of the production staff making rounds on social media highlights the enormity of the team behind the show, which sparked further conversation about its high operational costs.

This led to some skepticism regarding the show’s value for the approximately $40 million annual expense. It’s hard not to raise an eyebrow at how many people it took to craft topics like “Skibbidi Biden.” Some argue that it actually might require fewer personnel to send a rocket into space than it did to create a few jokes about Trump.

This whole scenario suggests that the foundation was a bit shaky from the start.

Brian Stelter, a long-time CNN correspondent, is also processing the end of “The Late Show,” sharing his gratitude toward Colbert and the cast as he grapples with this change in the late-night landscape.

And, if there are claims that a show with a tighter budget could achieve higher ratings, then perhaps those defending Colbert may need to reconsider the narrative.

If Colbert genuinely enjoys the support that has been reported, launching a new show should not pose too much of a challenge. It’ll be interesting to see how that plays out.