Ep 78. Dwayne Johnson, the Swell Season

Dwayne Johnson, the Swell Season is the seventeenth season's seventy-eighth episode of the famous talk show Late Show with David Letterman. The show opens up with David Letterman's usual monologue where he shares his thoughts and jokes with the audience followed by his nightly Top Ten list. After the introduction, Dwayne Johnson, the rockstar actor who is also known as "The Rock," joins him on stage for an interview.

David Letterman begins the interview by asking Johnson about his past. Johnson shares with the audience his childhood memories and how he dreamed of becoming a professional wrestler or a football player. He explained how his father and grandfather were both professional wrestlers, but he ended up becoming a football player instead. He then talks about his first game as a football player and explains the challenges he faced during his sports career.

Johnson also discusses his transition from being a football player to a wrestler and how he landed his first role in Hollywood. He recounts his experience as an actor in his first film, "The Scorpion King" and shares about his upcoming movie projects. Johnson also talks about his hard work ethic and physical fitness routine, and how he is always striving to be the best version of himself.

Next, Irish singer Glen Hansard and Czech pianist Markéta Irglová, known professionally as The Swell Season, perform a song from their latest album. The audience applauds enthusiastically after their performance. Letterman invites the duo to join him on stage for a brief interview and they discuss their recent success in the music industry. The Swell Season also shares some of their inspirations and motivations behind their music.

After The Swell Season's interview, the show returns to Johnson for the final segment. A giant screen is set up behind the stage, and Letterman plays a trailer for Johnson's upcoming movie, "Faster." The trailer shows Johnson in his traditional action-hero mode, and the audience cheers and applauds. Letterman jokingly asks if he could audition for a role in one of Johnson's action movies and Johnson responds by saying that he would be happy to give him a part.

In the final moments of the show, Johnson thanks Letterman, his team, and the audience for having him on the show. He talks about his gratitude for being able to live out his dreams and encourages the viewers to work hard and always pursue their passions. The show ends with a standing ovation as Dwayne Johnson exits the stage.

In summary, Late Show with David Letterman season 17 episode 78, Dwayne Johnson, the Swell Season is a fun and entertaining episode that features a mix of music, humor, and inspiring stories. Johnson's interview offers insights into his personal and professional life, while The Swell Season's performance and interview showcases their talents and successful music career. The episode ends on a positive and uplifting note with Johnson's message of motivation and perseverance.