Ep 98. Wed, Jul 11, 2018

Jimmy Kimmel Live! season 16 episode 98, which aired on Wed, Jul 11, 2018, featured a variety of guests and segments. The show began with Jimmy Kimmel’s monologue, in which he touched on a range of topics including President Trump's NATO summit, news about Amazon's Prime Day, and the World Cup. Kimmel also joked about the recent rescue of a group of boys from a cave in Thailand.

Following the monologue, Kimmel welcomed his first guest, actor-comedian Kevin Nealon. Nealon, best known for his work on Saturday Night Live and the show Weeds, discussed his current stand-up tour and shared some stories about his experiences in show business. He also talked about his approach to comedy and how he stays motivated to continue performing.

Next up was Elsie Fisher, the star of the independent film Eighth Grade. In her interview, Fisher talked about her experience working on the movie and how she related to her character. She also discussed social media and the impact it has on young people, particularly girls.

Later in the show, Kimmel welcomed the band Florence + The Machine, who performed two songs from their new album, High As Hope. The first song was “Hunger,” followed by “Sky Full of Song.” Florence Welch, the lead singer of the band, also sat down for an interview in which she discussed the inspiration behind the album and some of the themes it explores.

Other segments on the show included a game called “Can They Do It Live?,” in which members of the audience attempted to perform stunts and challenges, and a comedy bit called “Mean Tweets,” in which celebrities read mean tweets that have been written about them online.

Overall, Jimmy Kimmel Live! season 16 episode 98 was a lively and entertaining episode, with a mix of comedy, music, and interviews. Kimmel's monologue was as topical and sharp as ever, while the guests brought their own unique perspectives to the show. Whether discussing show business, social media, or current events, the show offered something for everyone. And, of course, the musical performance by Florence + The Machine was a highlight that left fans wanting more.