Stephen Colbert and John Oliver call a family meeting

"We know that you've felt overwhelmed and depressed like you're powerless to help all of the chaotic things going on around you...you should."
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On Monday's Late Show, host Stephen Colbert said people have referred to him as their "TV Dad." So, with everything going on right now, he called a "Family Meeting" to unpack any stressful feelings you're experiencing. Joining him was guest John Oliver, or rather, "Uncle John from across the pond."

"We know that you've felt overwhelmed and depressed like you're powerless to help all of the chaotic things going on around you," said Oliver, sitting with Colbert on the couch.

"Well, we just want to say: you should," said Colbert.

The pair then pivoted to bullies, speaking about no one in particular...

"Do not under any circumstances bully your classmates," said Oliver.

"That just encourages them to start tech companies," added Colbert.

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Shannon Connellan

Shannon Connellan is Mashable's UK Editor based in London, formerly Mashable's Australia Editor, but emotionally, she lives in the Creel House. A Tomatometer-approved critic, Shannon writes about everything (but not anything) across entertainment, tech, social good, science, and culture. Especially Australian horror.


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