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Will Ferrell, Tom Dreesen
EP 1

Will Ferrell, Tom Dreesen

Dave announces that instead of "whatever," from now on he will be saying "wherever"; during a segment called "While We Were Out," the male staff members commemorate a minor design change on the stage by sitting in Dave's chair buck naked; Will Ferrell makes a threating message in song to Barbra Streisand.

Aired: 2001-08-20
Bob Newhart, Maxwell
EP 2

Bob Newhart, Maxwell

Season 9, Episode 2 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-08-21
National Hollerin' Champions, Julia Stiles, Habib Koite & Bamada
EP 3

National Hollerin' Champions, Julia Stiles, Habib Koite & Bamada

Season 9, Episode 3 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-08-22
Brooke Shields, John McEnroe, Joe Henry
EP 4

Brooke Shields, John McEnroe, Joe Henry

Season 9, Episode 4 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-08-23
Eric Kraff, Goran Ivanisevic
EP 5

Eric Kraff, Goran Ivanisevic

Season 9, Episode 5 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-08-24
Connie Chung
EP 6

Connie Chung

Dave points out that Tony Mendez is mentioned in this week's "Talk of the Town" column in The New Yorker. Later, Jude Brennan makes her last appearance as the bitchy "Mrs. Letterman."

Aired: 2001-08-27
Jason Biggs, Daniel Tosh, Etta James
EP 7

Jason Biggs, Daniel Tosh, Etta James

Season 9, Episode 7 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-08-28
Charles Grodin, Michael Franti & Spearhead
EP 8

Charles Grodin, Michael Franti & Spearhead

Season 9, Episode 8 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-08-29
Sarah Jessica Parker, John Witherspoon
EP 9

Sarah Jessica Parker, John Witherspoon

Mayor Guiliani interrupts Dave's monologue; Sarah Jessica Parker promotes "Sex & the City."

Aired: 2001-08-30
Helen Fielding, Al Lubel
EP 10

Helen Fielding, Al Lubel

Season 9, Episode 10 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-08-31
Tom Arnold, Brandi Chastain, Ralph Stanley & The Whites
EP 11

Tom Arnold, Brandi Chastain, Ralph Stanley & The Whites

Season 9, Episode 11 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-09-03
David Schwimmer, Bjork
EP 12

David Schwimmer, Bjork

Season 9, Episode 12 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-09-04
Carson Daly, US Marine Corps
EP 13

Carson Daly, US Marine Corps

Season 9, Episode 13 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-09-05
Tim Robbins, Amy Sedaris, Jimmy Eat World
EP 14

Tim Robbins, Amy Sedaris, Jimmy Eat World

Season 9, Episode 14 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-09-06
Eugene Levy, Rich Hall
EP 15

Eugene Levy, Rich Hall

Season 9, Episode 15 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-09-07
Dan Rather, Regis Philbin
EP 16

Dan Rather, Regis Philbin

In the first show following the terrorist destruction of the World Trade Center, Dave welcomes CBS anchorman Dan Rather and Regis Philbin.

Aired: 2001-09-17
Bryant Gumbel, Denis Leary, Tori Amos
EP 17

Bryant Gumbel, Denis Leary, Tori Amos

Season 9, Episode 17 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-09-18
Matthew Broderick, John Miller, Odetta & The Boys Choir of Harlem
EP 18

Matthew Broderick, John Miller, Odetta & The Boys Choir of Harlem

Season 9, Episode 18 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-09-19
Walter Cronkite, Will Ferrell, Jewel
EP 19

Walter Cronkite, Will Ferrell, Jewel

Season 9, Episode 19 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-09-20
Merideth Viera, Stephen Ambrose, Sheryl Crow, Emmylou Harris, and Gillian Welch
EP 20

Merideth Viera, Stephen Ambrose, Sheryl Crow, Emmylou Harris, and Gillian Welch

Season 9, Episode 20 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-09-21
Rudolph Giuliani, Katie Harmon
EP 21

Rudolph Giuliani, Katie Harmon

Dave welcomes national hero Rudy Guiliani to the show for the first time since the WTC disaster.

Aired: 2001-09-24
Marcia Gay Harden, Doris Kearns Goodwin, Pete Yorn
EP 22

Marcia Gay Harden, Doris Kearns Goodwin, Pete Yorn

Season 9, Episode 22 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-09-25
Thomas Von Essen, Ben Stiller, Tenacious D
EP 23

Thomas Von Essen, Ben Stiller, Tenacious D

Season 9, Episode 23 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-09-26
Hillary Clinton, Cast of '42nd Street'
EP 24

Hillary Clinton, Cast of '42nd Street'

Season 9, Episode 24 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-09-27
Jason Alexander, Don Zimmer, Wyclef Jean
EP 25

Jason Alexander, Don Zimmer, Wyclef Jean

Season 9, Episode 25 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-09-28
Elton John, Steve Zahn
EP 26

Elton John, Steve Zahn

Season 9, Episode 26 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-10-01
Kate Beckinsale, Chris Kattan, Sarah Harmer
EP 27

Kate Beckinsale, Chris Kattan, Sarah Harmer

Season 9, Episode 27 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-10-02
John Cusack, Grant Paulsen, Joe Strummer
EP 28

John Cusack, Grant Paulsen, Joe Strummer

During "What's the Deal With Old Guys and Enormous Glasses?" Dave wears a 70's-era pair of specs; John Cusack promotes Serendipity.

Aired: 2001-10-03
Owen Wilson, Lisa Ling, Ryan Adams
EP 29

Owen Wilson, Lisa Ling, Ryan Adams

Paul composes a song about people that look like Burt Reynolds; Owen Wilson plugs Zoolander.

Aired: 2001-10-04
Joshua Jackson, Tiki Barber, Emo Phillips
EP 30

Joshua Jackson, Tiki Barber, Emo Phillips

Alan gives dating tips; Joshua Jackson promotes the upcoming season premiere of "Dawson's Creek;" Emo Philips does a stand-up routine on Dave's show for the first time since 1989.

Aired: 2001-10-05
Farrah Fawcett, Tina Fey, Garbage
EP 31

Farrah Fawcett, Tina Fey, Garbage

Season 9, Episode 31 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-10-08
Tom Cavanagh, Steve Hartman, Leona Naess
EP 32

Tom Cavanagh, Steve Hartman, Leona Naess

Season 9, Episode 32 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-10-09
Nathan Lane, Cokie Roberts
EP 33

Nathan Lane, Cokie Roberts

Season 9, Episode 33 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-10-10
Bruce Willis, Cody Arens, Alicia Keys
EP 34

Bruce Willis, Cody Arens, Alicia Keys

Out of the blue, Dave compliments the New York State Police, but Paul smells a rat. Dave claims he wasn't pulled over again. Meanwhile, Bruce Willis plays "drums" with his head and 7-year-old child actor Cody Arens plugs Riding in Cars with Boys.

Aired: 2001-10-11
Rose McGowen, Sarah Vowell, Jim Gaffigan
EP 35

Rose McGowen, Sarah Vowell, Jim Gaffigan

Season 9, Episode 35 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-10-12
Steve Kroft, Bruce McCall, John Mellencamp
EP 36

Steve Kroft, Bruce McCall, John Mellencamp

Season 9, Episode 36 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-10-15
Jack Hannah, Justin Long, Daniel Rodriguez
EP 37

Jack Hannah, Justin Long, Daniel Rodriguez

Season 9, Episode 37 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-10-16
Ethan Hawke, Judith Miller, Quincy Jones
EP 38

Ethan Hawke, Judith Miller, Quincy Jones

Season 9, Episode 38 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-10-17
John McCain, Brittany Murphy, Macy Gray
EP 39

John McCain, Brittany Murphy, Macy Gray

Season 9, Episode 39 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-10-18
Kevin Kline, Richard Holbrooke, Caroline Rhea
EP 40

Kevin Kline, Richard Holbrooke, Caroline Rhea

Season 9, Episode 40 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-10-19
David Hyde Pierce, U2
EP 41

David Hyde Pierce, U2

Season 9, Episode 41 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-10-29
David Spade, Marv Albert, Laurie Anderson
EP 42

David Spade, Marv Albert, Laurie Anderson

Season 9, Episode 42 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-10-30
Kevin Spacey, Amy Sedaris
EP 43

Kevin Spacey, Amy Sedaris

Season 9, Episode 43 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-10-31
Tom Brokaw, Gene Catron
EP 44

Tom Brokaw, Gene Catron

Season 9, Episode 44 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-11-01
John Travolta, Harland Williams
EP 45

John Travolta, Harland Williams

Season 9, Episode 45 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-11-02
Jack Black, Tony Bennett
EP 46

Jack Black, Tony Bennett

Season 9, Episode 46 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-11-05
Billy Crystal, Britney Spears
EP 47

Billy Crystal, Britney Spears

Season 9, Episode 47 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-11-06
Marge Helgenberger, Gil de Ferran, Lyle Lovett
EP 48

Marge Helgenberger, Gil de Ferran, Lyle Lovett

Season 9, Episode 48 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-11-07
Stupid Pet Tricks, Vince Vaughn, Faith Evans
EP 49

Stupid Pet Tricks, Vince Vaughn, Faith Evans

Season 9, Episode 49 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-11-08
Richard Dreyfus, Brett Butler
EP 50

Richard Dreyfus, Brett Butler

Season 9, Episode 50 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-11-09
Martin Lawrence, Natalie Merchant
EP 51

Martin Lawrence, Natalie Merchant

Season 9, Episode 51 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-11-12
Barbara Walters, David Radcliffe, Natalie Merchant
EP 52

Barbara Walters, David Radcliffe, Natalie Merchant

Season 9, Episode 52 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-11-13
Harry Connick Jr., Bernie Mac
EP 53

Harry Connick Jr., Bernie Mac

Season 9, Episode 53 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-11-14
Steve Martin, Earl Scruggs
EP 54

Steve Martin, Earl Scruggs

Season 9, Episode 54 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-11-15
Richard Harris, George Carlin
EP 55

Richard Harris, George Carlin

Season 9, Episode 55 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-11-16
Kevin James, Deion Sanders
EP 56

Kevin James, Deion Sanders

Season 9, Episode 56 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-11-19
Julia Roberts, Shelby Lynne
EP 57

Julia Roberts, Shelby Lynne

Season 9, Episode 57 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-11-20
Jenna Elfman, Kid Rock
EP 58

Jenna Elfman, Kid Rock

Season 9, Episode 58 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-11-21
David Sedaris, Five for Fighting
EP 59

David Sedaris, Five for Fighting

Season 9, Episode 59 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-11-22
Ray Romano, Mitch Hedberg
EP 60

Ray Romano, Mitch Hedberg

Season 9, Episode 60 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-11-23
Kelly Ripa, Mort Sahl
EP 61

Kelly Ripa, Mort Sahl

Season 9, Episode 61 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-11-26
George Clooney, Martha Stewart
EP 62

George Clooney, Martha Stewart

Season 9, Episode 62 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-11-27
Noah Wyle, George Miller, Carole King
EP 63

Noah Wyle, George Miller, Carole King

Season 9, Episode 63 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-11-28
Julia Stiles, Jeff Gordon
EP 64

Julia Stiles, Jeff Gordon

Season 9, Episode 64 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-11-29
Jada Pinkett Smith, Thomas Friedman
EP 65

Jada Pinkett Smith, Thomas Friedman

Season 9, Episode 65 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-11-30
Ellen DeGeneres, Dave Gorman, Kelly Goldsmith
EP 66

Ellen DeGeneres, Dave Gorman, Kelly Goldsmith

Season 9, Episode 66 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-12-10
Mariah Carey, Elijah Wood, Stereophonics
EP 67

Mariah Carey, Elijah Wood, Stereophonics

Season 9, Episode 67 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-12-11
Andy Garcia, Chris Matthews
EP 68

Andy Garcia, Chris Matthews

Season 9, Episode 68 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-12-12
Kid Scientists, Liv Tyler, Cake
EP 69

Kid Scientists, Liv Tyler, Cake

Season 9, Episode 69 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-12-13
Michelle Pfeiffer, Dennis Regan
EP 70

Michelle Pfeiffer, Dennis Regan

Season 9, Episode 70 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-12-14
Meg Ryan, Diana Krall
EP 71

Meg Ryan, Diana Krall

Season 9, Episode 71 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-12-17
Kevin Spacey, Jerome Bettis, Jane Monheit
EP 72

Kevin Spacey, Jerome Bettis, Jane Monheit

Season 9, Episode 72 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-12-18
Jamie Foxx, Rhys Ifans, Darlene Love
EP 73

Jamie Foxx, Rhys Ifans, Darlene Love

Season 9, Episode 73 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-12-19
Marisa Tomei, Lenny Kravitz
EP 74

Marisa Tomei, Lenny Kravitz

Season 9, Episode 74 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-12-20
Peter Jennings, Tom Ryan
EP 75

Peter Jennings, Tom Ryan

Season 9, Episode 75 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-12-21
Ian McKellan, Phil Simms
EP 76

Ian McKellan, Phil Simms

Season 9, Episode 76 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-12-26
Rudolph Giuliani, P.O.D.
EP 77

Rudolph Giuliani, P.O.D.

Season 9, Episode 77 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-12-27
Lauren Graham, Eddie Brill
EP 78

Lauren Graham, Eddie Brill

Season 9, Episode 78 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2001-12-28
Gwyneth Paltrow, Starsailor
EP 79

Gwyneth Paltrow, Starsailor

Season 9, Episode 79 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2002-01-07
Cate Blanchett, Timothy Treadwell
EP 80

Cate Blanchett, Timothy Treadwell

Season 9, Episode 80 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2002-01-08
Jennifer Connelly, Colin Soloway
EP 81

Jennifer Connelly, Colin Soloway

What's "New for the Office" in 2002? The items Dave introduces include a Jack Daniels water cooler and a color printer that makes flapjacks. Also, throughout the night, various people walk onstage and gripe about Dave in French, Turkish, Russian and Japanese.

Aired: 2002-01-09
Jack Black, Foo Fighters
EP 82

Jack Black, Foo Fighters

Season 9, Episode 82 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2002-01-10
Tom Cruise, Tom Papa
EP 83

Tom Cruise, Tom Papa

Season 9, Episode 83 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2002-01-11
Ethan Zohn, Josh Hartnett, Remy Zero
EP 84

Ethan Zohn, Josh Hartnett, Remy Zero

Season 9, Episode 84 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2002-01-14
Cuba Gooding Jr., Jewel
EP 85

Cuba Gooding Jr., Jewel

Season 9, Episode 85 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2002-01-15
David Brenner, Howie Long, Jewel
EP 86

David Brenner, Howie Long, Jewel

Season 9, Episode 86 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2002-01-16
Cynthia Nixon, Mario Andretti, Willie Nelson & Rob Thomas
EP 87

Cynthia Nixon, Mario Andretti, Willie Nelson & Rob Thomas

Season 9, Episode 87 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2002-01-17
Darrell Hammond, Elayne Boosler, Willie Nelson & Lyle Lovett
EP 88

Darrell Hammond, Elayne Boosler, Willie Nelson & Lyle Lovett

Season 9, Episode 88 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2002-01-18
Jimmy Kimmell, Julie Bowen, Cracker
EP 89

Jimmy Kimmell, Julie Bowen, Cracker

Season 9, Episode 89 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2002-01-28
Bruce Willis, Ivan Neville
EP 90

Bruce Willis, Ivan Neville

Season 9, Episode 90 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2002-01-29
Tim Russert, Jason Schwartzman
EP 91

Tim Russert, Jason Schwartzman

Season 9, Episode 91 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2002-01-30
Merv Griffin, Phantom Planet
EP 92

Merv Griffin, Phantom Planet

Season 9, Episode 92 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2002-01-31
Regis Philbin, Steven Wright
EP 93

Regis Philbin, Steven Wright

Season 9, Episode 93 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2002-02-01
LL Cool J, John McEnroe
EP 94

LL Cool J, John McEnroe

Season 9, Episode 94 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2002-02-04
Amy Brenneman, Martin Rees, Shakira
EP 95

Amy Brenneman, Martin Rees, Shakira

Disgraced Enron CEO "Kenneth Lay" sits in with the band, and is later seen shredding songsheets.

Aired: 2002-02-05
Adam Vinatieri, Chris Matthews
EP 96

Adam Vinatieri, Chris Matthews

Season 9, Episode 96 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2002-02-06
Mariska Harkitay, George Divoky, Alan Jackson
EP 97

Mariska Harkitay, George Divoky, Alan Jackson

Season 9, Episode 97 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2002-02-07
Andy Richter, Jake Johannsen
EP 98

Andy Richter, Jake Johannsen

Season 9, Episode 98 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2002-02-08
Janet Jackson, Enrique Iglesias
EP 99

Janet Jackson, Enrique Iglesias

Stephanie makes her first report from Salt Lake City, in which she shows Dave a photo of her watching the opening ceremonies on TV; Dave can't stop staring at Janet Jackson's revealing outfit; Enrique Iglesias sings "Escape."

Aired: 2002-02-11
Denis Leary, India.Arie
EP 100

Denis Leary, India.Arie

Season 9, Episode 100 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2002-02-12
Kelly Clark, Jeri Ryan
EP 101

Kelly Clark, Jeri Ryan

Season 9, Episode 101 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2002-02-13
Calista Flockhart, Incubus
EP 102

Calista Flockhart, Incubus

Season 9, Episode 102 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2002-02-14
Colin Farrell, Colin Quinn
EP 103

Colin Farrell, Colin Quinn

Season 9, Episode 103 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2002-02-15
Ross Powers, Mila Kunis
EP 104

Ross Powers, Mila Kunis

Season 9, Episode 104 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2002-02-18
Casey FitzRandolph, Ashleigh Banfield
EP 105

Casey FitzRandolph, Ashleigh Banfield

Season 9, Episode 105 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2002-02-19
Simon Ammann, Kevin Bacon
EP 106

Simon Ammann, Kevin Bacon

Season 9, Episode 106 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2002-02-20
Halle Berry, Jonny Moseley
EP 107

Halle Berry, Jonny Moseley

Season 9, Episode 107 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2002-02-21
Richard Dreyfuss, Jeff Foxworthy
EP 108

Richard Dreyfuss, Jeff Foxworthy

Season 9, Episode 108 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2002-02-22
Jill Bakken and Vonnetta Flowers, Kelsey Grammer, Alanis Morissette
EP 109

Jill Bakken and Vonnetta Flowers, Kelsey Grammer, Alanis Morissette

Season 9, Episode 109 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2002-02-25
Martin Short, Jack Hanna
EP 110

Martin Short, Jack Hanna

Season 9, Episode 110 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2002-02-26
Stupid Human Tricks, Cher
EP 111

Stupid Human Tricks, Cher

In honor of his recent nomination, Paul and the gang participate in a Grammy-themed edition of "Stump the Band;" during "Stupid Human Tricks," a fourteen-year-old girl performs "Feliz Navidad" with her nose; Cher sings "Song for the Lonely."

Aired: 2002-02-27
Tom Arnold, Nappy Roots
EP 112

Tom Arnold, Nappy Roots

Season 9, Episode 112 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2002-02-28
Cokie Roberts, Al Lubel
EP 113

Cokie Roberts, Al Lubel

Season 9, Episode 113 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2002-03-01
Ray Romano, Jason Kidd
EP 114

Ray Romano, Jason Kidd

Season 9, Episode 114 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2002-03-11
Regis Philbin, Andie MacDowell, Evelyn Glennie
EP 115

Regis Philbin, Andie MacDowell, Evelyn Glennie

Season 9, Episode 115 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2002-03-12
Rene Russo, Bob Sarlatte, The Chieftains
EP 116

Rene Russo, Bob Sarlatte, The Chieftains

Season 9, Episode 116 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2002-03-13
John McCain, The White Stripes
EP 117

John McCain, The White Stripes

Dave mentions that Paul has been keeping himself busy, as he performed not only at this year's Rock n' Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremonies, but also at the much-ballyhooed Liza Minelli-David Gest wedding; Dave continues to gloat over his Aftonbladet award, which he nonchalantly drinks from Stanley Cup-style; The White Stripes perform "Fell In Love With a Girl."

Aired: 2002-03-18
Jon Stewart, Kit Armstrong
EP 118

Jon Stewart, Kit Armstrong

Dave asks Paul to play some Gene Pitney; the "Late Show Psychic Test Drive" finds Rupert driving Deborah Lynn around the city in a 2001 Chevy Malibu; Dave chats with boy genius Kit Armstrong.

Aired: 2002-03-19
Bonnie Hunt, N.E.R.D.
EP 119

Bonnie Hunt, N.E.R.D.

Dave and Paul discuss the vernal equinox and the old wives tale that you're supposed to be able to stand an egg on its end at the moment of the equinox; Dave mentions that "Will It Float" is quickly becoming a fan favorite, then correctly predicts that a half-gallon of strawberry ice cream will float; N.E.R.D. performs "Rock Star."

Aired: 2002-03-20
Adam Arkin, Amy Sedaris, Midnight Oil
EP 120

Adam Arkin, Amy Sedaris, Midnight Oil

Alan reports on what everybody was wearing at last night's Oscars (all the men wore tuxedos), while Adam Arkin promotes the critically-disdained sitcom Baby Bob.

Aired: 2002-03-25
Barbara Walters, Shannon McNally
EP 121

Barbara Walters, Shannon McNally

Dave shows a (bogus) clip of the upcoming Baby Bob spin-off "Baby Jacques," which is just like the original show except everybody speaks in a French accent; a proud tradition continues as a Hello Deli customer goes on a Easter meatball hunt; Alan apologizes for his comments toward Gwyneth Paltrow on last night's show, then inadvertently insults Uma Thurman.

Aired: 2002-03-26
Peter Krause, Doris Kearns Goodwin
EP 122

Peter Krause, Doris Kearns Goodwin

Eric Burdon of The Animals sits in; during the "Odd Catalogs" segment, Dave displays an ad for a "Government-seized and repossessed hairpiece blowout"; the Hi-Ho girls deliver a birthday cake to Tony; Doris Kearns Goodwin addresses rumors of plagiarism.

Aired: 2002-03-27
Robin Williams, Sevendust
EP 123

Robin Williams, Sevendust

Biff shows footage of him harassing New Yorkers with a bullhorn; the New York National Guard presents the Top Ten; Sevendust (featuring Paul) performs "Angel's Son."

Aired: 2002-03-28
Andy Dick, Mike Britt
EP 124

Andy Dick, Mike Britt

Mailbag: Tony's apparent sexiness forces George Clarke to drown his sorrows in a bucket of chicken at KFC; Dave shows off a tattoo on his leg that he wishes he didn't have (the ABC logo); after learning that Alan makes more money than him, Tony meets George at KFC.

Aired: 2002-03-29
Marv Albert, Charlotte Ross
EP 125

Marv Albert, Charlotte Ross

Acid jazz legend Herbie Hancock sits in on keyboards; Dave orders Steph/Monty to buy French fries; Marv Albert shows off another one of his blooper reels.

Aired: 2002-04-01
Tim Robbins, Jimmie Walker, Cast of Oklahoma
EP 126

Tim Robbins, Jimmie Walker, Cast of Oklahoma

During the latest Celebrity X-Ray Challenge, Dave persuades Rupert to lip sync a song from Oklahoma!

Aired: 2002-04-02
Michael J. Fox, Patti Smith
EP 127

Michael J. Fox, Patti Smith

After Dave notices that Alan bears a slight resemblance to Fred MacMurray, the announcer and a Barbara Stanwyck stand-in recreate a scene from Double Indemnity. Also, Patti Smith sings "Dancing Barefoot."

Aired: 2002-04-03
Selma Blair, Dick Enberg
EP 128

Selma Blair, Dick Enberg

Biff introduces footage from his latest trip to Yankees Spring Training in Florida, while a fully-packed suitcase is subjected to "Will It Float?"

Aired: 2002-04-04
Bob Newhart, Demetri Martin
EP 129

Bob Newhart, Demetri Martin

Will Lee stands in for Biff on pin duty, and for his troubles he receives the tradition gift of Samsonite® luggage; during Mailbag, two "girl scouts" (Harold Larkin and Mike McIntee) destroy Paul's office for being behind on his cookie payments; ten members of the Coast Guard present the Top Ten.

Aired: 2002-04-05
Rosie Perez, George Miller
EP 130

Rosie Perez, George Miller

In honor of his departure from The Early Show; Dave shows footage of moving men with cardboard boxes superimposed over Bryant Gumbel talking in mid-broadcast; "Survivor: Marquesas" also-ran Gina Crews demonstrates her talent for spitting watermelon seeds; George Miller brags that his grandfather invented the handshake.

Aired: 2002-04-08
John Ashcroft
EP 131

John Ashcroft

Dave models a hideous pair of glasses he found in his house; a woman from Portland, Oregon rides around in Al Norwood's 2001 Honda S2000; Dave tries to get Attorney General John Ashcroft to sing, but only does so during the commercial breaks.

Aired: 2002-04-09
Sandra Bullock, Billy Norris, Sheryl Crow
EP 132

Sandra Bullock, Billy Norris, Sheryl Crow

After his reluctance to sing on last night's show, Dave is appalled to find US Attorney General John Ashcroft crooning "When The Eagles Soars" on TRL; Alan impersonates Fred MacMurray again; Sheryl Crow sings "Soak Up The Sun."

Aired: 2002-04-10
Dee Dee Davis, Cameron Diaz, The Strokes
EP 133

Dee Dee Davis, Cameron Diaz, The Strokes

Dave receives another comedy class project from Miss Markey's Kindergarten class, while The Strokes perform "Take It or Leave It."

Aired: 2002-04-11
Matthew Conaughey, John Witherspoon
EP 134

Matthew Conaughey, John Witherspoon

Dave receives an unexpected birthday greeting from Osama Bin Laden; CBS Mailbag is interrupted to that the Hi-Ho girls can bring out Daddy's cake; ten Air Force pilots present the Top Ten.

Aired: 2002-04-12
Ashton Kutcher, Oliver Atukudzi
EP 135

Ashton Kutcher, Oliver Atukudzi

Dave mentions that he bumped his head over the weekend, then comments on the recent drought in NYC.

Aired: 2002-04-22
Landon Shuffett, Seth Green, Elvis Costello
EP 136

Landon Shuffett, Seth Green, Elvis Costello

Dave mentions that Saddam Hussein's novel Zabibah and the King was been turned into a musical, and then shows a (bogus) promo for it's upcoming debut in Baghdad; seven-year-old billiards trick shot artist Landon Shuffett blows Dave away by shooting a row of thirteen balls into the corner pocket; Elvis Costello performs "Tear Off Your Own Head (It's A Doll Revolution)."

Aired: 2002-04-23
Tiffani Thiessen, Bill Walton, Bonnie Raitt
EP 137

Tiffani Thiessen, Bill Walton, Bonnie Raitt

Dave mentions Paul's appearance on tonight's episode of Ed, and shortly afterwards Paul wears the fake mustache he had to wear for the role; Alan and the Barbara Stanwyck look-alike perform another scene from Double Indemnity; Bonnie Raitt sings "I Can't Help You Now."

Aired: 2002-04-24
Charlie Sheen, Paul Westerberg
EP 138

Charlie Sheen, Paul Westerberg

Another "Incredible Dog Challenge" is postponed by rain; Dave wears his ugly red glasses again; Cee-Lo sings "Closet Freak."

Aired: 2002-04-25
The Rock, Dwayne Kennedy
EP 139

The Rock, Dwayne Kennedy

Dave and Paul talk about wrestling in preparation of his interview with Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson. During CBS Mailbag, "Mayor Bloomberg" (Gerard) offers Dave some pot, and Alan Kalter promotes the video "Osama Gone Wild."

Aired: 2002-04-26
Charlie Sheen, Paul Westerberg
EP 140

Charlie Sheen, Paul Westerberg

Dave shows various clips of Ted Danson looked scared/shocked from his recent miniseries Living With the Dead; Dave points out that the Late Show was chosen as the seventh greatest television program of all time; Paul Westerberg performs "Silent Film Star."

Aired: 2002-04-29
Incredible Dog Challenge, Debra Messing, Wilco
EP 141

Incredible Dog Challenge, Debra Messing, Wilco

The Incredible Dog Challenge is finally held out on 53rd Street, and throughout the night three dogs compete through a series of hurdles and tubes.

Aired: 2002-04-30
Kirsten Dunst, Steve Nash, Angie Stone & The O'Jays
EP 142

Kirsten Dunst, Steve Nash, Angie Stone & The O'Jays

An "Incredible Cat Challenge" is thwarted when George Clarke's cat won't go through the obstacle course; Kirsten Dunst promotes Spider-Man; after Angie Stone and the O'Jays perform "Wish I Didn't Miss You," the house band closes the show by performing "Love Train."

Aired: 2002-05-01
Tobey Maquire, Trey Anastasio
EP 143

Tobey Maquire, Trey Anastasio

"Biff Henderson's America" visits the hamlet of Denver, Indiana; Dave comments on rumors that Bill Clinton may host a daytime talk show; Tobey Maguire does a really bad Rodney Dangerfield impression.

Aired: 2002-05-02
Jennifer Garner, Jim Gaffigan
EP 144

Jennifer Garner, Jim Gaffigan

Mailbag: a letter about having your name mentioned on TV is somehow morphed into a request to see Alan getting the crap beat out of him. Later on in the segment, a letter about tornados has the same result, as an already bloodied Alan is further laid to waste. Also, Michael McIntee does a remote Top Ten from Central Park, while Jim Gaffigan discusses food and cleanliness.

Aired: 2002-05-03
Mary Tyler Moore, Norah Jones
EP 145

Mary Tyler Moore, Norah Jones

The outside cam catches Spider-Man jacking a car; Dave and Mary Tyler Moore play catch; Norah Jones performs "Don't Know Why."

Aired: 2002-05-06
Richard Gere, Reggie Miller
EP 146

Richard Gere, Reggie Miller

Dave moans and groans over his latest dental work; Dave shows (obviously phony) footage of Peter Jennings doing World News Tonight in a Spider-Man costume; Richard Gere makes first appearance on the show since 1983.

Aired: 2002-05-07
Will Ferrell, Tom Waits
EP 147

Will Ferrell, Tom Waits

Dave and Paul take apart wedding announcements in the New York Times; a staffer in a Spider-Man outfit successfully hails a taxi; Will Ferrell tells Dave what it's like to run the NYC marathon.

Aired: 2002-05-08
Hugh Grant, Tony Hawk
EP 148

Hugh Grant, Tony Hawk

Skateboarding great Tony Hawk demonstrates his wares out on 53rd Street.

Aired: 2002-05-09
Gillian Andersen, Jonathan Katz
EP 149

Gillian Andersen, Jonathan Katz

With Biff on vacation, Steph/Monty handles the pushpins live via telephone; during Mailbag, Paul demonstrates a hidden talent for cartwheels, and then mysteriously disappears; a Mother's Day tradition is started when the moms of ten celebrities present the Top Ten list; Dave and Gillian Anderson make out.

Aired: 2002-05-10
Liza Minnelli
EP 150

Liza Minnelli

Dave chats with the latest Survivor loser Robert "The General" DeCanio, while Liza Minnelli performs "Some People" from the musical Gypsy.

Aired: 2002-05-13
Kid Scientists, Allison Janney, Al Green
EP 151

Kid Scientists, Allison Janney, Al Green

Nine guys in Spider-Man outfits, not to mention Dracula, Superman, and a cowboy cram themselves into a Subway restaurant; Tony Orlando dresses down Dave even though he interrupted him, then leaps into a chorus of "Knock Three Times"; when one of Lee Marek's kid scientists starts a very flammable demonstration, Dave demands that the band and everyone else onstage take for cover behind his desk.

Aired: 2002-05-14
Alec Baldwin, Ted Nugent
EP 152

Alec Baldwin, Ted Nugent

Tony Mendez goes home with an audience member (see recap), while Dave and rocker/sportsman Ted Nugent cook rabbit.

Aired: 2002-05-15
Stupid Human Tricks, Natalie Portman, X-ecutioners, Xzhibit, Biohazard
EP 153

Stupid Human Tricks, Natalie Portman, X-ecutioners, Xzhibit, Biohazard

Dave shows footage from rehearsal of Kenny McGowan tripping over the "Will It Float" tank; Biff visits the Indianapolis Motor Speedway for the Indy 500 time trials; a participant in tonight's "Stupid Human Tricks" that can maneuver a tennis racquet all over his body flirts with Natalie Portman in the green room.

Aired: 2002-05-16
Kathie Lee Gifford, Brian Regan
EP 154

Kathie Lee Gifford, Brian Regan

Mailbag: Martha Stewart fills in for Biff on the pushpin board, Harold Larkin goes hitchhiking, and Tony is humiliated on Blind Date. Also, Brian Regan comments on his inability to spell names correctly.

Aired: 2002-05-17
Vecepia Towerey, Hilary Swank, The Firecrackers
EP 155

Vecepia Towerey, Hilary Swank, The Firecrackers

Steph/Monty is mentioned in the latest issue of Entertainment Weekly; Dave calls New York Highway Superintendent Drew Outhouse to resolve an awkward social situation; The Kalter Twins perform "I've Got You Babe"; The Firecrackers, a synchronized jump rope team, demonstrate their wares on-stage.

Aired: 2002-05-20
Diane Sawyer, Jesse Martin
EP 156

Diane Sawyer, Jesse Martin

Dave shows real footage of a woman being questioned on the news wearing a Late Show t-shirt; Diane Sawyer brags about her recent weight loss; Dave chats with Australian teen Jesse Martin, the youngest person ever to sail around the world solo.

Aired: 2002-05-21
Jennifer Lopez, April Kleinschmidt, Patty Loveless
EP 157

Jennifer Lopez, April Kleinschmidt, Patty Loveless

Trumpter Terence Blanchard sits in; in honor of David Blaine's recent stunt in which he stands on a eighty-foot platform for several days, George Clarke attempts to stand on a folding chair for the duration of the show; Dave chats with April Kleinschmidt, the sole graduate of the Class of 2002 at Harrold High School in South Dakota.

Aired: 2002-05-22
Jon Favreau, David Rakoff, Anton Figg
EP 158

Jon Favreau, David Rakoff, Anton Figg

Alan asks passerby for their reaction to the new Star Wars prequel and ends up making a scene. Also, Anton Fig and Ivan Neville perform "Inside Out" from the CBS Orchestra drummer's new album, Figments.

Aired: 2002-05-23
Charles Grodin, Wendy Liebman
EP 159

Charles Grodin, Wendy Liebman

Dave announces that Paul will be called Pablo this summer, which will go into effect immediately; Dave promises tonight's show will be "smooth and suave"; during Mailbag, an audience member asks Dave what his most embarrassing moment was, and we watch a (phony) clip of Dave performing with The Firecrackers last week.

Aired: 2002-05-24
Jimmy Kimmel, Tom Dreesen, Goo Goo Dolls
EP 160

Jimmy Kimmel, Tom Dreesen, Goo Goo Dolls

While showing photos from her trip to the Indianapolis 500, Dave calls Steph/Monty "Dutch"; the snake lady performs again on "Is This Anything?"; Tom Dreesen tells various tales of Hollywood hobnobbing.

Aired: 2002-06-03
Celine Dion, Helio Castroneves
EP 161

Celine Dion, Helio Castroneves

Dave accuses Rupert of product placement on "May We See Your Photos, Please"; Alan addresses the Queen of England in a rather inappropriate way; Celine Dion performs "I'm Alive" and jumps into the audience.

Aired: 2002-06-04
Chris Rock, Jack Johnson
EP 162

Chris Rock, Jack Johnson

Dave and Paul try to figure out a strange gesture that Celine Dion made during her TV concert earlier that week. Later, Chris Rock talks about Don King and Bucky Dent.

Aired: 2002-06-05
Nicolas Cage, Abi Thomas, Jimmy Eat World
EP 163

Nicolas Cage, Abi Thomas, Jimmy Eat World

An audience member explains to Dave how to pronounce the name of her hometown: "You're saying Morristown. It's not Morristown. It's Morristown." Also, Dave chats with Abi Thomas, a jogger who was attacked by a bear at Yellowstone National Park.

Aired: 2002-06-06
Zach Braff, Kathleen Madigan
EP 164

Zach Braff, Kathleen Madigan

Mailbag: "Is This Anything?" fave Kiva "Grinder Girl" Kahl stands next to Biff while he puts the pushpins in the map; twelth floor receptionist Art Garfunkel provides his own on-hold music; Alan beats the crap out of an Amish guy, then when Dave explains that the Amish are pacifists, Alan heads back to Lancaster, Pennsylvania, accuses the Amish guy of being brainwashed by Dave, and beats him up again.

Aired: 2002-06-07
Christian Slater, David Bowie
EP 165

Christian Slater, David Bowie

Dave comments on the Nets' playoff run; Alan performs another scene from Double Indemnity, this time with a Edward G. Robinson stand-in; David Bowie performs "Slow Burn."

Aired: 2002-06-10
Sarah Michelle Gellar, John McEnroe
EP 166

Sarah Michelle Gellar, John McEnroe

Sarah Michelle Geller promotes Scooby-Doo while John McEnroe tells Dave a funny story about getting thrown out of the Australian Open back in his playing days.

Aired: 2002-06-11
Freddie Prinze, Jr., Alicia Keys
EP 167

Freddie Prinze, Jr., Alicia Keys

Dave and Paul talk about their cholesterol levels; Freddie Prinze, Jr. promotes Scooby-Doo; Alicia Keys sings "How Come You Don't Call Me?"

Aired: 2002-06-12
Jodie Foster, Jack Hanna
EP 168

Jodie Foster, Jack Hanna

Season 9, Episode 168 of Late Show with David Letterman.

Aired: 2002-06-13
Matt Damon, Marc Maron
EP 169

Matt Damon, Marc Maron

Biff does his pushpin schtick live from the Grand Canyon, and Dave persuades him to yell "Hey, Mommy!" just to see if there's an echo. Also, Paul does a somewhat convincing James Brown impression, suffers a nervous breakdown onstage, and Dave comes by to bring him his cape.

Aired: 2002-06-14
Stupid Human Tricks, Tom Cruise, The Flatlanders
EP 170

Stupid Human Tricks, Tom Cruise, The Flatlanders

Dave takes inventory of all his favorite clips (the "wild dingo," the baby owl eating the mouse, Dubya looking confused, etc.); Tom Cruise shows off his braces; during a segment called "Don't Try This At Home," Mike McIntee sprays Windex into his mouth.

Aired: 2002-06-17
Ellen DeGeneres, Al Franken
EP 171

Ellen DeGeneres, Al Franken

George Clarke stands on the roof of the Studio 54 building to hit golf balls, hoping to go over the Ed Sullivan Theater and break glass on the WPI building on its far side. After successfully breaking one window, Steph/Monty, Alan, and Al Franken each take a few swings at the windows.

Aired: 2002-06-18
Piedmont Birdcallers, Lauren Ambrose, Moby
EP 172

Piedmont Birdcallers, Lauren Ambrose, Moby

The bird callers of Piedmont High School demonstrate their wares once more; Moby sings "We Are Made of Stars."

Aired: 2002-06-19
Harrison Ford, ...And You Will Know Us By The Trail of Dead
EP 173

Harrison Ford, ...And You Will Know Us By The Trail of Dead

The U.S. National Team presents "Top Ten Ways to Get Americans Excited About Soccer;" Dave brags about buying his first car at Harrison Ford; The Trail of Dead performs "Relative Ways."

Aired: 2002-06-20
Connie Chung, Gary Mule Deer
EP 174

Connie Chung, Gary Mule Deer

Biff and Bruce Willis push pins in Hawaii during CBS Mailbag, while Dave lands on the cover of "Martha Stewart Living."

Aired: 2002-06-21
Will Smith, Landon Donovan, Yo Yo Ma & The Silk Road Project
EP 175

Will Smith, Landon Donovan, Yo Yo Ma & The Silk Road Project

Will Smith promotes "Men In Black 2," while the US Men's World Cup Soccer Team holds an exhibition on the roof of the theater.

Aired: 2002-06-24
National Hollering Champions, Adam Sandler, Trik Turner
EP 176

National Hollering Champions, Adam Sandler, Trik Turner

Dave makes several enlightening remarks about the National Hollerin' Champions from North Carolina, who later perform their winning hollers; Adam Sandler plugs Mr. Deeds.

Aired: 2002-06-25
Tom Brokaw, Bow Wow
EP 177

Tom Brokaw, Bow Wow

Dave reads from random wedding announcements in the New York Times in a segment called "Will It Last?"

Aired: 2002-06-26
Michelle Williams, Barry Sonnenfeld
EP 178

Michelle Williams, Barry Sonnenfeld

The audience is victorious once more when they play "Stump the Band." Later, Dave shows a very obnoxious commerical for the upcoming G-8 Summit.

Aired: 2002-06-27
Christina Ricci, Daniel Tosh, Ben Kweller
EP 179

Christina Ricci, Daniel Tosh, Ben Kweller

The "Late Show CBS Mailbag Biff Henderson Map Across America Summer Tour" lands at the Statue of Liberty. Later, Ben Kweller performs "Wasted and Ready."

Aired: 2002-06-28
Tom Hanks, Dolly Parton
EP 180

Tom Hanks, Dolly Parton

Biff goes out in van, annoying people with a bullhorn. Later, Steph/Monty asks "Road to Perdition" star Tom Hanks, "During the filming, did the crew see or touch any monkeys?"

Aired: 2002-07-08
Stupid Pet Tricks, Jude Law, rubyhorse
EP 181

Stupid Pet Tricks, Jude Law, rubyhorse

Zeke, the "Rabid Dingo" that bit Dave in June 2000, makes a return appearance on "Stupid Pet Tricks." Later, rubyhorse sings "Sparkle."

Aired: 2002-07-09
Robin Williams, Pat Green
EP 182

Robin Williams, Pat Green

Dave talks about a snake in his house; Alan Kalter seduces a CPR dummy during a segment called "What's New for Summer;" Pat and Kenny read a transcript of Oprah's interview with Jennifer Lopez; Robin Williams promotes a movie and a broadway show.

Aired: 2002-07-10
Paul Newman, Counting Crows
EP 183

Paul Newman, Counting Crows

Dave plays "Know Your Current Events" with the audience. Later, Paul Newman talks about auto racing while promoting "Road to Perdition."

Aired: 2002-07-11
Nathan Lane, Hugh Fink
EP 184

Nathan Lane, Hugh Fink

Biff's Summer Tour stops at Niagara Falls. Meanwhile, during CBS Mailbag, George Clarke talks about his plans for the Fourth of July; Alan Kalter struts his "mastery" of the French language.

Aired: 2002-07-12
Serena Williams, Tom Arnold, Dave Matthews Band
EP 185

Serena Williams, Tom Arnold, Dave Matthews Band

Dave admits to being in a disproportionatly good mood during a segment called "Late Show Newsmakers;" the Dave Matthews Band becomes the second band ever to perform on the roof of the Ed Sullivan Theater.

Aired: 2002-07-15
Catherine Keener, Mario Batali, Solomon Burke
EP 186

Catherine Keener, Mario Batali, Solomon Burke

Steph/Monty and Dave play another round of "Psychic Sandwich." Later, Dave wrecks havoc during a cooking segment with New York restaurant owner Mario Batali.

Aired: 2002-07-16
Sarah Jessica Parker, Etta James
EP 187

Sarah Jessica Parker, Etta James

Sarah Jessica Parker talks about her unborn child; Alan appears to be on the brink of sanity; Dave stumps the audience with a "Beach Quiz."

Aired: 2002-07-17
Geena Davis, Robert Plant
EP 188

Geena Davis, Robert Plant

Just for the hell of it, the annual "Late Show Holiday Quarterback Challenge" is held in the middle of July; Dave quizzes the audience with "Know Your Current Events;" Robert Plant sings "Darkness, Darkness."

Aired: 2002-07-18
Ted Koppel, Wendy Liebman
EP 189

Ted Koppel, Wendy Liebman

Biff's latest stop on his tour is Washington, DC; Dave chats with "Martha Stewart" (Gerard) and her lawyer made of pine cones during CBS Mailbag; Ted Koppel shows off his impeccable comic timing, then delivers a cape to Paul for his Friday night breakdown.

Aired: 2002-07-19
Haley Joel Osment, Bill Scheft, Dashboard Confessional
EP 190

Haley Joel Osment, Bill Scheft, Dashboard Confessional

George Clarke flies a kite from a taxi; Haley Joel Osment promotes his movie, "The Country Bears;" Dashboard Confessional performs "Saints and Sailors."

Aired: 2002-07-22
Kristen Johnson, Kinky
EP 191

Kristen Johnson, Kinky

Rupert goes golfing; Calvert DeForest turns 81; Kristen Johnston promotes her appearance in Shakespeare's "Twelfth Night" in Central Park.

Aired: 2002-07-23
Dana Carvey, Ben Kilham
EP 192

Dana Carvey, Ben Kilham

Dave chats with a "bear rehabilitator;" Dana Carvey promotes his movie "Master of Disguise;" the "Charts and Graphs" segment reveals that the contents of Ding Dongs are 50% Dings and 50% Dongs.

Aired: 2002-07-24
Amy Sedaris, Chazz Palminteri, Weezer
EP 193

Amy Sedaris, Chazz Palminteri, Weezer

During "Know Your Current Events," Dave seems to fixate on attractive women. Later, Weezer plays "Keep Fishin'."

Aired: 2002-07-25
Bill Cosby, Tift Merritt
EP 194

Bill Cosby, Tift Merritt

During "CBS Mailbag," Paul exaggarates some of the many great tourist destinations of his hometown in Ontario. Later, Bill Cosby talks about his Congressional Medal of Honor.

Aired: 2002-07-26
Julia Stiles, Mike Daisey, Wyclef Jean
EP 195

Julia Stiles, Mike Daisey, Wyclef Jean

It's the dog days of summer, which might explain why Biff is sitting on a block of ice. Later, Julia Stiles talks about her hair.

Aired: 2002-07-29
Joan Rivers, Zooey Deschanel
EP 196

Joan Rivers, Zooey Deschanel

Dave and Rupert play "The Late Show Celebrity X-Ray Challenge." Tonight's celebrity is James Caan.

Aired: 2002-07-30
Blaine Mayhugh, Joaquin Phoenix, Little Richard
EP 197

Blaine Mayhugh, Joaquin Phoenix, Little Richard

Dave reads articles from obscure newspapers in a segment called "Small Town News." Later, Little Richard sings "Good Golly, Miss Molly."

Aired: 2002-07-31
Mike Myers, Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band
EP 198

Mike Myers, Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band

Mike Myers promotes "Austin Powers in Goldmember" and Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band performs "The Rising."

Aired: 2002-08-01
Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band, Mitch Hedberg
EP 199

Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band, Mitch Hedberg

Biff's Summer Tour continues as Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band perform "Lonesome Day."

Aired: 2002-08-02
Matthew Perry, The Vines
EP 200

Matthew Perry, The Vines

Dave welcomes "Friends" star Matthew Perry, who is promoting a new movie. Meanwhile, a performance by the Aussie rock group The Vines blows the audience (and Dave) away.

Aired: 2002-08-19
Robin Williams, James Taylor
EP 201

Robin Williams, James Taylor

Sitting in with the band tonight is an unknown winner from the previous night's Teen Choice Awards. Later, Robin Williams plugs "One Hour Photo."

Aired: 2002-08-20
Al Pacino, Roger Clemens
EP 202

Al Pacino, Roger Clemens

Dave shows a timeline of President Bush's vacation, while Al Pacino promotes the movie "Simone."

Aired: 2002-08-21
Elizabeth Hurley, Tom Ryan
EP 203

Elizabeth Hurley, Tom Ryan

Biff pushes pins into a map right in front of the famous Hollywood sign in L.A.; Alan and his twin brother Rick appear on "American Idol"; upon hearing of a proposed talk show hosted by Bill Clinton on CBS, Dave shows a promo for NBC's "The Saddam Hussein Show."

Aired: 2002-08-23
Stupid Human Tricks, Jimmy Fallon, Dirty Vegas
EP 204

Stupid Human Tricks, Jimmy Fallon, Dirty Vegas

"SNL" star Jimmy Fallon promotes the MTV Video Music Awards, which he's hosting.

Aired: 2002-08-26
Chris Elliot, Eliza Dushku, Dixie Chicks
EP 205

Chris Elliot, Eliza Dushku, Dixie Chicks

Dave announces that tomorrow night Paul will be inducted into the National Black Sports and Entertainment Hall of Fame. Later, Chris Elliott and Dave reminiscense.

Aired: 2002-08-27
John Travolta, Nelly
EP 206

John Travolta, Nelly

Dave forces Steph/Monty to ask John Travolta, "How can I get in touch with the other Sweathogs?"

Aired: 2002-08-28
Caroline Rhea, Jake Gyllenhall
EP 207

Caroline Rhea, Jake Gyllenhall

Joe Perry of Aerosmith sits in with the band; Osama congratulates Dave for nine years at CBS; Jake Gyllenhall promotes "Moonlight Mile."

Aired: 2002-08-29
Martin Short, Lewis Black
EP 208

Martin Short, Lewis Black

Biff Henderson ends his tour of the US during the "CBS Mailbag" segment (final stop: Mt. Rushmore) as Dave chats with "Dr. Steven Hatfill" (Gerard). Later, Dave welcomes "Jiminy Glick" star Martin Short.

Aired: 2002-08-30

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Season 9, Episode 70 of Late Show with David Letterman.

David Letterman uses mature humor to appeal to his audience in this weeknight series, which gets its music from a house band led by Paul Shaffer. Among the show's most-famous segments are the Top Ten List and Stupid Pet Tricks, the latter of which subsequently led to an additional recurring segment called Stupid Human Tricks.

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