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Stephen Colbert’s Monologue Tackles Rising Egg Prices
During his Thursday night segment on “The Late Show,” Stephen Colbert delivered an entertaining and sharp-witted monologue, with one joke about egg smuggling standing out. He humorously referred to the leader of a fictional smuggling ring as Pablo Eggs-Cobar, showcasing his flair for puns.
Before diving into his comedic takes, Colbert addressed the rising costs affecting consumers, quipping that the high price of eggs might lead this Easter to mirror the dystopian themes of “The Purge.” His observation resonates, particularly in light of current economic pressures.
The backdrop of his jokes is the ongoing inflation crisis, greatly influenced by the policies of former President Donald Trump and tech mogul Elon Musk. With the economy appearing increasingly unstable—just months after a sustained period of growth and low unemployment under President Joe Biden—consumer sentiment is notably dipping, further exacerbated by surging prices.
Egg prices exemplify this financial strain, driven by factors such as a bird flu outbreak and what many suspect to be price gouging by producers. Colbert highlighted this trend, mentioning that inflation and tariffs introduced during Trump’s tenure are contributing to a decline in consumer confidence and economic uncertainty.
He shared data reflecting that independent businesses are experiencing significant anxiety, citing that they reported one of the highest readings on the uncertainty index, leading to his humorous take: “Now that sounds really bad. Then again, can you ever really know where you are on the uncertainty index?”
This precarious economic situation is most palpable in breakfast costs, particularly the price of eggs, which experts suggest could see a hike of up to 41%. Colbert quipped that this year’s Easter egg hunt could turn into a survival scenario, removing the festive spirit.
In New York, some bodegas have resorted to selling individual eggs, dubbed “loosie eggs,” to accommodate shoppers who can no longer afford full cartons. Colbert humorously remarked about the peculiar state of the market, imagining shady alley transactions with various egg options, including cracked eggs that could be whimsically suggested for smoking.
He noted that desperation has led customs agents to intercept numerous attempts at egg smuggling into the country, transitioning to his memorable punchline about Pablo Eggs-Cobar. “Thanks, puppy. That’s our newest, that’s our newest staff member. Clucky, the joke judging chicken. Thank you for your service. Clucky,” he quipped, adding a playful touch to his commentary on the serious issue of rising costs.
For those interested in reliving Colbert’s humorous take on these pressing issues, his full monologue is available to view online.
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