Late Show with David Letterman Season 16 Episode 57

Ep 57. Sen. John McCain, Bon Iver

  • December 11, 2008

Sen. John McCain, Bon Iver appeared on the Late Show with David Letterman for Season 16 Episode 57. The show featured a mix of politics and music, with John McCain providing some insight into the political landscape while Bon Iver performed a few of their hits.

Senator John McCain, the Republican nominee for President in 2008, was one of the guests on the show. He was there to promote his latest book, "The Restless Wave: Good Times, Just Causes, Great Fights, and Other Appreciations." In his interview with David Letterman, John McCain spoke about politics and his concerns for how the country is being governed. He also shared some personal stories, including his time as a prisoner-of-war during the Vietnam War and how that experience changed him as a person and as a politician.

As expected, the Senator's politics were a topic of discussion. Letterman specifically asked about the current state of the Republican Party and how it has changed. McCain expressed concerns about the current political climate, saying that it has become too partisan and that politicians seem more interested in attacking each other than finding common ground. He also expressed concerns about the future of the party, saying that it needs to be more inclusive and open to difference of opinion if it's going to be successful in the future.

Later in the show, Bon Iver took to the stage to perform a few of their hits. The band started with "Holocene," which was followed by "Towers," and ended with "Calgary." Bon Iver's music was a stark contrast to the political discussion that came before, but it was a welcomed change of pace.

Overall, the show was a good mix of politics and music. John McCain's interview provided some insight into the current state of politics in the US, while Bon Iver's performance added a bit of levity to the show. The Late Show with David Letterman has always been known for its mix of entertainment and politics, and this episode was no different.

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  • First Aired
    December 11, 2008
  • Language
    English
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