Late Show with David Letterman (Temporada 11)

Al Franken, Grant Paulsen (Episodio 1)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-09-01

Sinopsis: Dave chats with Stephanie about a (supposed) incident that occurred over the weekend; Alan makes a suggestive offer to Secretary of Labor Elaine L. Chao; Al Franken promotes his new book.

Craig Kilborn, Dave Salmoni, Kings of Leon (Episodio 2)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-09-02

Sinopsis: Kings of Leon perform their breakthrough hit, "Molly's Chambers."

Gen. Tommy Franks, Rodney Crowell (Episodio 3)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-09-03

Sinopsis: Biff searches for celebrities on the street; recently retired General Tommy Franks looks back at his illustrious military career.

Nicolas Cage, Alton Brown (Episodio 4)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-09-04

Sinopsis: "CBS Mailbag," including Stephanie dressed as Batman, "CBS Vice President of Late Night Programming Vinnie Favale," and "George W. Bush" (Gerard).

Whoopi Goldberg, Vic Henley, Ima Robot (Episodio 5)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-09-05

Sinopsis: Paul's "Stump the Band" losing streak continues; Whoopi Goldberg promotes her new sitcom.

Andy Roddick, Jack Black, Warren Zevon* (Episodio 6)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-09-08

Sinopsis: Dave welcomes 2003 U.S. Open Men's Tennis Champion Andy Roddick and actor Jack Black. Dave remembers the late Warren Zevon with the Show #1895 tape of Warren singing "Mutineer" on October 30, 2002; Paul and the band play Warren Zevon bumper music throughout the show.

Salma Hayek, Chris Elliott (Episodio 7)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-09-09

Sinopsis: Rick Derringer sits in with the band; a woman from Staten Island participates in "May We See Your Digital Photos, Please?"; Chris Elliott comments on current events.

Sharon Stone, The Raveonettes (Episodio 8)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-09-10

Sinopsis: An opera singer performs in the hallway; the recently deceased Charles Bronson declares his candidacy for Governor of California; Dave and Sharon Stone make out.

Regis Philbin, Seal (Episodio 9)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-09-11

Sinopsis: Steph/Monty dresses up as Don Mattingly for CBS Mailbag; she closes the segment by playing catch with Dave.

Cuba Gooding Jr., Simon & Garfunkel (Episodio 10)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-09-12

Sinopsis: Dave has a major announcement to make; Cuba Gooding, Jr. promotes The Fighting Temptations; Paul Simon and Art Garfunkel sing "America" and "The Boxer."

Dr. Phil, David Bowie (Episodio 11)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-09-22

Sinopsis: Miss America 2004 Ericka Dunlap presents the Top Ten List; Dave tells the story of his weekend encounter with a bear at his house in Montana; Dr. Phil gives Dave some parenting tips.

Ben Stiller, Elvis Costello (Episodio 12)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-09-23

Sinopsis: Ben Stiller talks about his new movie, Duplex; Elvis Costello performs a song from his new CD, North.

The Rock, Lynne Cheney (Episodio 13)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-09-24

Sinopsis: Cold opening: The Rock shows Lynne Cheney how to apply a "chicken wing" to Paul; New York Giants kicker Matt Bryant attempts rooftop field goals across 53rd Street.

Colin Powell, Jennifer Garner (Episodio 14)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-09-25

Joe Pantaliano, Kevin Nealon, Outkast (Episodio 15)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-09-26

Sinopsis: Stephanie is Peter Pan for "CBS Mailbag;" "Joey Pants" promotes "The Handler;" Kevin Nealon; Outkast sings "Hey Ya."

Denzel Washington, New York Philharmonic (Episodio 16)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-09-29

Sinopsis: Paul asks "Survivor 7" castaway Ryan "Skinny" Shoulders (who is wearing a Rage Against The Machine t-shirt) if he digs Audioslave; Denzel Washington promotes Out of Time; The New York Philharmonic performs "The Marriage of Figaro" atop the roof of the Ed Sullivan Theatre building.

Tom Cavanagh, Ray Wald, Dido (Episodio 17)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-09-30

Sinopsis: It's time for "How Many Guys in Gorilla Suits Can Fit Into a Eyeglass Store?" Quote Dave: "I was going to buy a pair of eyeglasses, but the optical store was full of gorillas."

Tim Robbins, Sting (Episodio 18)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-10-01

Sinopsis: The latest role call reveals that Michele O'Callaghan's five-month-old daughter (named "Zoogie") picks Dave's ties; Dave and Paul are dumbfounded by a pitching machine in a new game called "What Is It?"; Tim Robbins plugs "Mystic River"; Pat Farmer destroys the pitching machine.

Stupid Human Tricks, Lisa Kudrow, R.E.M. (Episodio 19)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-10-02

Sinopsis: Steph/Monty dresses as a letter carrier for "Know Your Current Events;" R.E.M. performs "Bad Day."

Robin Williams, Summerwind Skippers (Episodio 20)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-10-03

Sinopsis: During CBS Mailbag, Alan dresses up as Saddam Hussein for his new hidden-camera show "Goof'd!" and gets beat up by several people on the street. Later, Robin Williams comments on the Tour de France.

Jessica Simpson, Rufus Wainwright (Episodio 21)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-10-06

Sinopsis: Jessica Simpson mentions that she was on Oprah recently, much to Dave's chagrin; fill-in bandleader Todd Rundgren sings "Hello It's Me;" Pat Farmer drops 20,000 ping-pong balls from the roof.

Uma Thurman, Ricky Gervais, Renee Fleming (Episodio 22)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-10-07

Amy Sedaris, Tom Dreesen, Anthony Hamilton (Episodio 23)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-10-08

Sinopsis: Dave calls ousted California governor Gray Davis "a wanker;" Gary Coleman presents the Top Ten via satellite, then falls asleep; Tom Dressen talks baseball.

George Clooney, Merle Haggard (Episodio 24)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-10-09

Sinopsis: A man from Charlotte, North Carolina plays "Know Your 2003 Boston Red Sox;" ten Hooters Girls present the Top Ten; George Clooney plugs Intolerable Cruelty.

Charlie Sheen, John Mayer (Episodio 25)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-10-10

Sinopsis: During CBS Mailbag, Alan has an awkward reunion with the first girl that ever kissed him, and "Ah-nuld" (Gerard) has an enlightened conversation with Dave. Later, Charlie Sheen promotes "Two and a Half Men."

Halle Berry, Lance Armstrong (Episodio 26)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-10-13

Sinopsis: Pat Farmer and an army of stagehands throws a special form of confetti off the roof of the theater; Steph/Monty tells "Survivor 7" loser Burton Roberts an alleged story about a woodpecker nipping her in the butt last weekend; Halle Berry brags that Robert Downey Jr. once broke her arm.

John Cusack, Scott Dixon, Hot Hot Heat (Episodio 27)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-10-14

Sinopsis: For the first time in several years, famed saxophonist David Sanborn sits in with the band; Dave announces he's going to rehab, then demands to have some Dunkin' Donuts; John Cusack promotes Runaway Jury; 2003 Indy Car champion Scott Dixon.

Katie Holmes, Brian Greene, Jonny Lang (Episodio 28)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-10-15

Sinopsis: Dave congratulates Conan O'Brien on his newborn daughter; ten weightlifters present the Top Ten; noted physics professor Brian Greene tries to explain the mysteries of the universe.

Dustin Hoffman, Jamie Oliver (Episodio 29)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-10-16

Sinopsis: Ten US Soldiers in Iraq present the Top Ten via satellite; Dustin Hoffman plugs "The Runaway Jury," British chef Jamie Oliver cooks some scallops.

Darrell Hammond, Radiohead (Episodio 30)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-10-17

Sinopsis: For CBS Mailbag, Steph/Monty dresses up as a soccer player and kicks balls (poorly) into the audience. Later, Radiohead performs "2+2=5."

Kiefer Sutherland, Emmylou Harris (Episodio 31)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-10-27

Sinopsis: Paul sneezes during the monologue; the band area is remodeled; Biff makes his annual report from the World Series; a 1,030-pound pumpkin explodes (via SFX) outside.

Courteney Cox, Doris Roberts (Episodio 32)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-10-28

Sinopsis: Dave announces that he's been transferred to Chesterton, Indiana; on tonight's "Meet the Governor," a young Ah-nuld ogles an exotic dancer; Courtney Cox Arquette almost sings TLC's "Waterfalls;" after a one-day rain delay, a real pumpkin explodes.

Keanu Reeves, Sue Johanson (Episodio 33)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-10-29

Sinopsis: Steph/Monty dresses up as an elf on a rare Wednesday CBS Mailbag; during Mailbag, Rupert takes part in his yearly tradition of watching the coleslaw change colors; Dave is so fascinated by Canadian "sexpert" Sue Johanson that he interviews her twice.

Eric McCormack, Dante Hall (Episodio 34)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-10-30

Sinopsis: The Slapinski Brothers, world-class jugglers, interrupt the monologue; Dave points out that Rupert was on last night's episode of "Ed"; Dante Hall of the Kansas City Chiefs catches a football on 53rd Street.

Pamela Anderson, Amanda Lollar, Bubba Sparxx (Episodio 35)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-10-31

Sinopsis: Amongst this year's "New Halloween Costumes": a George Foreman grill, the button on the remote control that you never use, and the "Queer Eye" fab five. Also, Rosie Perez delivers Paul's cape for his weekly, blues-induced breakdown.

Ashley Judd, Richard Belzer, Sarah McLachlan (Episodio 36)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-11-03

Sinopsis: The 2003 NYC Marathon winners make their annual run through the studio; eliminated "Survivor 7" hopefuls Shawn Cohen (who was voted out) and Osten Taylor (the guy who quit the game) drop by Rupert's; Ashley Judd reminisces with Paul; comedian/conspiracy-theorist Richard "John Munch" Belzer visits; Sarah McLachlan performs solo at the piano; Alan moos like a cow.

Regis Philbin, Amy Brenneman (Episodio 37)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-11-04

Sinopsis: Dave gives a recap of the events leading up to -- and including -- the birth yesterday of son Harry Joseph Letterman; "Indian Larry" performs motorcycle stunts on 53rd Street; Regis continues his string of appearances tied to memorable occasions; Amy Brennaman chats about the 100th episode of "Judging Amy."

Will Ferrell, Jack McKeon, Lyle Lovett (Episodio 38)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-11-05

Sinopsis: During Mailbag, Steph/Monty dresses up a police officer, while Dave tries to make some sense out of "Liza Minnelli" (Gerard in fishnet stockings). Later, it is revealed that the winner of the "Guess the Name of Dave's Baby Contest" is Dave himself.

Howard Stern, Iggy Pop with Sum 41 (Episodio 39)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-11-06

Sinopsis: Amongst the "New Catalogs": Harry & David Pre-Owned Fruit, Victoria's Secret for Monkeys, and special edition of California Style in which all the models have been groped by Arnold Schwarzenegger; Howard Stern mentions to Dave that the impersonator that regularly calls into his show is a big fan and meant no harm; Iggy Pop featuring Sum 41 perform "Little Know It All."

Lauren Graham, Paul Tracey, Wyclef Jean (Episodio 40)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-11-07

Sinopsis: An elf named Perry helps out during "Know Your Current Events"; Bert and Ernie (of "Sesame Street" fame) diss Dave; Lauren Graham talks about a recent parking ticket.

Norm MacDonald, Jack Hannah (Episodio 41)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-11-10

Sinopsis: Dave announces that Oprah gave him a gift on behalf of the new baby, only to realize that it was delivered by somebody with the same name; throughout the night, weightlifter Willie Wessels demonstrates super-human feats out on 53rd Street; Norm McDonald plugs "A Minute with Stan Hooper."

Madonna, Chris Elliot (Episodio 42)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-11-11

Sinopsis: Cold Opening: Dave compliments Madonna's latest children's book: "I like the picture of the monkey." Also, Chris Elliott introduces Dave's son Harry, who says his first words: "S***."

Tom Brokaw, Dolly Parton (Episodio 43)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-11-12

Russell Crowe, Pink (Episodio 44)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-11-13

Sinopsis: A sheep herder walks into the theater with his flock along side him; Pink sings "Trouble."

Jessica Lynch, Shelby Lynne (Episodio 45)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-11-14

Sinopsis: During "Know Your Current Events," a visiting audience member from Liverpool, England is quizzed on his knowledge of Prince Charles. Later, potential Minnesota gubernatorial candidate Al Franken delivers Paul's cape.

Stupid Pet Tricks, Cate Blanchett (Episodio 46)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-11-17

Sinopsis: As part of his legendary "fashion show" gag, Dave models the lining of his sportcoat; Dave tells a story involving a mother and two sons trying to hitch a taxi this morning; a timeline of Ah-nuld's first day in office as Governor of California is nothing more than a recap of all those "Meet the Governor" clips.

Dakota Fanning, Rocco DiSpirito, Cast of Wicked (Episodio 47)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-11-18

Sinopsis: An arm-wresting challenge is held at Hello Deli; child actress Dakota Fanning plugs "The Cat in the Hat."

Alec Baldwin, Freddy Adu, Cyndi Lauper (Episodio 48)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-11-19

Wesley Clark (Episodio 49)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-11-20

Sinopsis: Ashrita "Mr. Versatility" Furman balances beer glasses on his chin on 53rd St.; eleven Playboy Playmates present the Top Ten; Dave grills General Wesley Clark about his dismissal from the Army.

Robert Downey Jr., Joss Stone (Episodio 50)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-11-21

Sinopsis: Dave and Paul play "Potatoes or Gavin MacLeod?"; Dave openly wishes that Paris Hilton had not cancelled her appearance on the show next week; Robert Downey Jr. makes his first appearance on the show since early 1996; 16-year-old singer-songwriter Joss Stone performs.

Paul Newman, Clay Aiken (Episodio 51)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-11-24

Sinopsis: Biff spends a day on the campaign trail with Howard Dean; Gerard stands in for unavailable Survivor loser Rupert Boneham; Paul Newman discusses all things auto racing; Clay Aiken sings "Invisible" from his CD Measure Of A Man.

Tom Ridge, Puddle of Mudd (Episodio 52)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-11-25

Sinopsis: Cold Opening: Tom Ridge finks on Michael Jackson. Also, Dave has yet another rant about Paris Hilton, claiming that she won't be on because a "no-good weasel, beady-eyed putz publicist" told her not to appear. "He's lower than pond scum," Dave observes, then later he calls him a nitwit and a knuckle-dragging neanderthal.

Mike Myers, Jay-Z (Episodio 53)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-11-26

Sinopsis: During Mailbag, Harold Larkin tries a new product, then, in honor of Thanksgiving, starts bleeding gravy; Mike Myers plugs The Cat in the Hat.

Tom Arnold, Moby (Episodio 54)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-11-27

Sinopsis: Dorothy (live via satellite) brags about her five grandkids, ranging between 32 years and one month in age, and again stumps Dave with her apple and pecan Thanksgiving pies; Bill Delace presents "Top Ten Things You Don't Want To Hear From a Guy Dressed as a Pilgrim;" Tom Arnold plugs his book, "How I Lost Five Pounds In Six Years."

Jessica Alba, Wendy Liebman, The Rapture (Episodio 55)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-11-28

Sinopsis: Felecia makes fun of Donny Osmond during "Stump The Band;" former "Dark Angel" star Jessica Alba plugs Honey; The Rapture performs "House of Jealous Lovers."

Matt Damon, Jack Johnson and G. Love (Episodio 56)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-12-08

Sinopsis: Rupert is almost omnipresent in the first half of the show, presenting footage of his trip to the Meadowlands for last week's Jets-Titans game, then chats with ousted Survivor Christa Hastie. Also, Matt Damon tells a story about working with Cher in his new movie, Stuck On You.

Danny DeVito, Tim Russert (Episodio 57)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-12-09

Sinopsis: Dave mentions that his son likes to suck his nose; Biff & staff decorate taxi cabs for Christmas; Danny DeVito plugs Big Fish.

Amanda Peet, Barry Sonnenfeld (Episodio 58)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-12-10

Sinopsis: During Mailbag, the voices in Alan's head result in the horrific demise of his precious ceramic figure collection. Also, upon reading an article in Time about Oprah's refusal to have Dave on her show, he suggests a "Super Bowl of Love" with Dr. Phil reconciling the talk show hosts.

Kirsten Dunst, Rod Stewart (Episodio 59)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-12-11

Julia Roberts, Alkaline Trio (Episodio 60)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-12-12

Sinopsis: Dave announces that he's been invited to appear on Oprah (at long, long last), while Julia Roberts interrogates Dave for his inability to marry the mother of his child.

Liv Tyler, John Witherspoon, Alicia Keys (Episodio 61)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-12-15

Sinopsis: It's a Late Show mini-reunion as former Broadway merchants Mujibur, Sirajul, and Joe G. join Rupert in decorating the Late Show Christmas Tree. Also, Dave comments on Saddam's capture, then shows Liv Tyler her Lord of the Rings action figure.

Barbara Walters, Sandra Diaz-Twine (Episodio 62)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-12-16

Neve Campbell, Wellwater Conspiracy (Episodio 63)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-12-17

Sinopsis: During Mailbag, Dave tries to make sense out of "Saddam Hussein" (Gerard), while a reindeer takes a dump onstage. Also, Neve Campbell promotes the upcoming Robert Altman film "The Company," while Wellwater Conspiracy performs "Wimple Witch."

Bonnie Hunt, Dave Matthews (Episodio 64)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-12-18

Charlize Theron, Dave Matthews (Episodio 65)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-12-19

Sinopsis: During "Audience Show & Tell," a man recites the names of all 50 states in alphabetical order in just fifteen seconds. Also, Golden Globe nominee Charlize Theron promotes "Monster."

Steve Martin, Shannon Eis (Episodio 66)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-12-22

Sinopsis: Dave mentions some strange advice his mother gave him about Harry: "Well, David, I think it would be nice if one day he joined a gang." Also, "The Kalter Brothers" sing "The Little Drummer Boy" without incident, and Steve Martin talks about the burden of being beautiful.

Renee Zellweger, Darlene Love (Episodio 67)

Fecha de emisión: 2003-12-23

Sinopsis: It's the annual "Holiday Night" on the Late Show: Paul does his impersonation of Cher singing "O Holy Night;" Jay Thomas successfully dethrones the objects on top of the Late Show Christmas Tree; for the nineteenth year in a row, Darlene Love (featuring Bette Sussman and a 26-piece orchestra) performs "Christmas (Baby, Please Come Home)."

Jennifer Aniston, Ryan Adams (Episodio 68)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-01-05

Sinopsis: Dave brings out Biff and thanks him, Paul, the USO and a variety of soldiers for making the Christmas Eve trip to Baghdad possible; in the premiere edition of "Will It Explode?" Pat Farmer throws 18 industrial-size cans of chocolate and butterscotch pudding off the roof; Parents magazine calls Dave "America's Most Moronic Father."

Jennifer Connelly, Christopher Paolini (Episodio 69)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-01-06

Eddie Griffin, Marv Albert (Episodio 70)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-01-07

Sinopsis: Dave celebrate's Steph/Monty's birthday with a cake that reads "Happy Birthday Tammi!" Also, recent baseball Hall of Fame inductees Paul Molitor and Dennis Eckersley present the Top Ten.

Nathan Lane, Ruben Studdard (Episodio 71)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-01-08

Sinopsis: During his interview with Nathan Lane, Dave suggests to Paul that they should perform together in the musical "The Producers." Also, Ruben Stoddard performs "Sorry 2004."

Billy Bob Thornton (Episodio 72)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-01-09

Sinopsis: It's time for another round of "Stump the Band," and as usual Paul does his Carnac schtick; ten interns present the Top Ten; Billy Bob Thornton describes his short-lived tenure as the assistant manager of a pizza parlor; The Darkness performs "I Believe In a Thing Called Love."

Patricia Heaton, Kate Bosworth (Episodio 73)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-01-12

Sinopsis: Dave goes on a rant about Jay Leno's appearance on CBS' "People's Choice Awards" home site, while Dick Gephardt presents the Top Ten.

Jeff Daniels, Isaiah Thomas, The Shins (Episodio 74)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-01-13

Bette Midler, Howie Day (Episodio 75)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-01-14

Sinopsis: Mailbag: Alan gets clobbered by an angry Irishman, George Clarke takes a shower with former basketball star Manute Bol, and Steph/Monty gives heart surgery fun facts. Also, Howie Day performs "She Says."

Dave Chapelle, Carmen Electra (Episodio 76)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-01-15

Sinopsis: Throughout the night, foreigners tell jokes; Dave and Paul play a new game called "Mars or Nevada?" then come to agree that it's utterly stupid; Al Roker presents the Top Ten; Carmen Electra promotes her new striptease-workout video.

Christina Aquilera, Gary Muledeer (Episodio 77)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-01-16

Sinopsis: During "Audience Show & Tell," a woman from Texas shows off photos of her Chinese hairless in various costumes; Dave reads a fan letter from someone whose life depends upon "Will It Float?"; Christina Aguilera sings "Walk Away."

Jessica Simpson & Nick Lachey, Al Green (Episodio 78)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-01-19

Sinopsis: Stephanie demonstrates her ex-boyfriend's lackluster dancing abilities once more; John McEnroe does the Top Ten and promotes his new talk show at the same time; Gavin MacLeod makes a guest appearance in "Potatoes or Gavin MacLeod?"; by the end of the show, Steph, Gavin, and John are dancing together.

Ashton Kutcher, Paula Abdul (Episodio 79)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-01-20

Sinopsis: Singer-songwriter John Mayer sits in; Dave shows footage of Howard Dean's head exploding; in the latest edition of "Pat Farmer's Gaffe Alert," our favorite film-loving stagehand points out that the entire cast of Casablanca is now dead.

Kristin Davis, Joe Simpson (Episodio 80)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-01-21

Sinopsis: Dave does a really bad Howard Dean impression; during Mailbag, Rupert puts a ruined slice of turkey in the soup of the day; Dave chats with a mountain climber with an epic story of survival.

Matthew Broderick, Jim Garvin (Episodio 81)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-01-22

Sinopsis: Dave shows several photos that answer the question "What's the Deal with Donald Trump's Hair?;" Howard Dean presents the Top Ten live via satellite from New Hampshire.

Al Franken, Jake Johannsen, Phantom Planet (Episodio 82)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-01-23

Sinopsis: Al Franken comments on his trip to Iraq; Phantom Planet performs "Big Brat."

Regis Philbin, The Thrills (Episodio 83)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-02-02

Sinopsis: Dave mentions the passing of influential late night great Jack Paar; Biff introduces his annual "Biff at the Super Bowl" segment; Bill DeLace does another Top Ten remote, this time from a nearby Starbucks.

Harry Connick Jr., Sean Astin (Episodio 84)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-02-03

Sinopsis: Dave announces that after 22 years on the wagon, he would like to start drinking again, but only during the show. Later, he wishes Oprah a belated happy 50th birthday.

Bill Belichick, Cindy Crawford (Episodio 85)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-02-04

Sinopsis: Dave mentions that water is not running in the building for the time being; during Mailbag, Pat Farmer tortures a stagehand with a George Foreman Grill; Dave shows a (bogus) clip of Barbara Walters topless.

Hilary Swank, Todd Barry, Nellie McKay (Episodio 86)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-02-06

Sinopsis: Dave recaps last night's accident on 53rd Street: snowboarder Tara Dakides slid off a landing platform and fell to the pavement. She was taken to New York's Bellevue Hospital, and was treated for injuries. The audience was informed of the incident, and taping for the evening's two shows was cancelled.

Dr. Phil, Tara Dakides, Clip of The Beatles (Episodio 87)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-02-09

Sinopsis: Dave chats with snowboarder Tara Dakides, whose accident during a demonstration on 53rd Street cancelled the taping of last Thursday's episode. Also, in honor of the 40th Anniversary of Beatlemania, Paul does an Ed Sullivan impression, while Dave shows the entire clip of the Fab Four performing for the first time in this very theater.

Drew Barrymore, Jack Hanna (Episodio 88)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-02-10

Sinopsis: Rupert selects a 53rd Street Loser to play "What Did Merv Have For Lunch;" Drew Barrymore and Jack Hanna remain clothed during their segments.

Adam Sandler, Eve (Episodio 89)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-02-11

Sinopsis: Dave tries out a new catchphrase: "Ba da boom, ba da bing." Also, Steph/Monty dresses up a 1980s-era Olympic hockey player, and Dave goes back to calling her "Smitty."

Bill Murray, Jermaine O'Neal (Episodio 90)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-02-12

Sinopsis: Throughout the night, the CBS Orchestra plays songs by Air Supply; Dave mentions that the continent of Australia has demanded to see that clip of the monkey washing a cat; Bill Murray gets a "Dave" tattoo on his arm.

Alec Baldwin, Sofia Coppola, Kylie Minogue (Episodio 91)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-02-13

Sinopsis: This week's "Will It Float?" item is a box of chocolates; Alec Baldwin and Sofia Coppola visit; Kylie Minogue performs "Red Blooded Women."

Stupid Human Tricks, Ray Romano, Kayne West (Episodio 92)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-02-16

Sinopsis: Dave makes fun of a new commercial, and the clip is repeated throughout the broadcast; during "Stupid Human Tricks," a man stuffs his mouth with a tennis ball; Ray Romano promotes Welcome to Mooseport.

Kelly Ripa, Lindsay Lohan (Episodio 93)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-02-17

Sinopsis: Leon Russell sits in; Dave is still fascinated by a quote from last night's film trailer ("If you need help, here I am") and repeats it several times throughout the show; Dale Earnhardt, Jr. and Kelly Ripa both attempt parallel parking.

Ashley Judd, Ben Harper (Episodio 94)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-02-18

Sinopsis: Mailbag: Steph/Monty/Smitty is dressed up as Dale Earnhardt, Jr., while "Senator John Kerry" (Gerard) brags about the perks of being married to the heir of a ketchup empire. Also, a Mongolian throat chanter performs on "Is This Anything?" but nobody seems all that impressed.

Gordon Geisbrecht, Sarah Jessica Parker, Nelly Furtado (Episodio 95)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-02-19

Sinopsis: Noted hypothermia expert Dr. Gordon Geisbrecht jumps into a tank of icewater to demonstrate its effects; the US Senate announces that when referring to George W. Bush, "president" will be used in quotation marks; Dave shows the audience a new photo of little Harry.

Amber Tamblyn, Brian Regan, Leona Naess (Episodio 96)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-02-20

Sinopsis: During "Audience Show & Tell," Dave meets a former White House intern; George Clarke fills in for Kiva "Grinder Girl" Kahl during "Will It Float?"; comedian Brian Regan comments on psychics.

Jeff Goldblum, Norah Jones (Episodio 97)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-02-23

Sinopsis: Demolition demo (shut down by Hizzoner Bloomberg's office) on 53rd St. turns into Pat Farmer dropping stuff off the roof; Survivor loser Rob Cesternino drops by Rupert's; Jeff Goldblum visits; Norah Jones sings "What Am I To You?"

Edie Falco, Steven Bailey, Edie Brickell (Episodio 98)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-02-24

Sinopsis: It's "Steve and Edie" night on the Late Show: Edie Falco promotes the upcoming fifth season of "The Sopranos;" Dave meets Steven Bailey of "My Big Fat Obnoxious Fiancé" fame; Edie Brickell (making her first LS appearance in nearly 10 years)promotes her latest solo album.

Diane Sawyer, Benjamin McKenzie (Episodio 99)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-02-25

Sinopsis: Stephanie/Monty/Smitty is in dentist garb (and Dave-ordered model posture) for "CBS Mailbag;" Diane Sawyer gushes over Oprah Winfrey's 50th birthday party; Benjamin McKenzie ("The O.C.") visits.

Stupid Pet Tricks, Tim Robbins, Evanescence (Episodio 100)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-02-26

Sinopsis: Dave shows an (bogus) political ad in which Dennis Kucinich announces he's marrying Lorenzo Lamas; in an all-dog edition of "Stupid Pet Tricks," one canine says hello to Dave; Ernest Borgnine presents the Top Ten.

Bill Cosby, Toby Lightman (Episodio 101)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-02-27

Sinopsis: On "Audience Show & Tell," Dave make his contribution to an audience member's collection of gum chewed by celebrities; "Will It Float?" sinks a tray of billiard balls; Bill Cosby does stand-up; Lou Reed capes; Toby Lightman sings.

Anne Heche, Cee-Lo (Episodio 102)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-03-01

Sinopsis: The studio audience votes Dave off the show, so Gaines orders Paul to take over during "Survivor Loser." When Dave reappears during Paul's interview with Richard Hatch, Paul goes to a commercial. Later, a miffed (and naked) Hatch walks into the backdrop during Anne Heche's visit.

Turkey Callers, Julia Stiles, Jessica Simpson (Episodio 103)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-03-02

Sinopsis: National Turkey Calling champs are trotted out; Ryan Seacrest presents the "Top Ten Catch Phrases Ryan Seacrest Rejected Before 'Seacrest Out!'" (via satellite); Julia Stiles visits; Jessica Simpson sings.

Ben Stiller, Robert Rudolph and The Family Band (Episodio 104)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-03-03

Sinopsis: During Mailbag, Biff goes to bed with a guy named Cameron Diaz; George Clarke fills in for Anna Jack on hula hoop; Alan admits to a $1000-a-week addiction to Vicodin; Robert Randolph and the Family Band brings the house down with "Going In The Right Direction."

Viggo Mortensen, Sting, Bill Murray (Episodio 105)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-03-04

Sinopsis: Dave announces that he's on steroids, then shows before-and-after photos to prove his point; Biff goes on a cruise; the outside cam finds Bill Murray lying in the gutter, a desperate and broken man; "Oprah" (Pat Farmer) interviews "Beyonce" (Kenny Sheehan).

Charles Grodin, Chloe Pang (Episodio 106)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-03-05

Sinopsis: Twelve-year-old piano prodigy Chloe Pang plays Bach's "Goldberg Variations." Dave is almost brought to tears by the performance, declaring it one of the show's best.

Jim Carrey, Steve Winwood (Episodio 107)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-03-15

Sinopsis: Dave points out that for the nineteenth year in a row, the WMDB/CBS Orchestra will be the house band for the Rock n' Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremonies; Dave and Les Moonves chat via telephone; Jim Carrey and Dave attempt a "talk show without talk" that only lasts about 47 seconds.

Kate Winslet, Bruce McCall, The Vines (Episodio 108)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-03-16

Sinopsis: After two weeks of plugging their product, Dave shows a single Shick Quattro razor the company sent, and reads a very peculiar letter to Gaines from someone in the company; the Top Ten is now sponsored by myheadhurts.com; Canadian satirist Bruce McCall promotes his new book; The Vines perform "Ride."

Courtney Love (Episodio 109)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-03-17

Tom Hanks, N.E.R.D. (Episodio 110)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-03-22

Sinopsis: Cold opening: Tom Hanks gives Harry Letterman an Oscar, and Dave accepts it on his behalf. Later, the Ladykillers star gives the absentee infant a $50 savings bond, while Congressman Dennis Kucinich presents the Top Ten.

Jamie Foxx, Al Franken (Episodio 111)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-03-23

Sinopsis: All-American basketball player Andre Barrett throws various items off the roof, aiming towards a basketball hoop at ground level, the misses the basket on all six chances. Also, Al Franken promotes his upcoming liberal-friendly radio network.

Ricky Gervais, Blondie (Episodio 112)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-03-24

Sinopsis: Mailbag: George Clarke's attempt at surgically losing weight is thwarted when some guy steals his clothes. Also, Blondie performs "Good Boys."

Janet Jackson, John Mayer (Episodio 113)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-03-29

Sinopsis: Throughout the night, Columbia University professor and 1999 Nobel laureate in economics Dr. Robert Mundell tells lame redneck jokes; Bill DeLace presents another hidden-camera remote Top Ten; Janet Jackson is grilled at length by Dave on her "wardrobe malfunction" at this year's Super Bowl.

Matthew Perry, Lou Reed (Episodio 114)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-03-30

Sinopsis: After weeks of shilling their product, Dave finally receives a thousand Schick Quattro razors in the mail, then promises to give them out to the audience. Unfortunatly, Gaines and Laurie Diamond tell Dave that the staff has already taken their fair share of the razors. Later in the show, he compensates by having Rupert, the Hi-Ho girls, and a British guy giving candy and razors to the audience.

Johnny Knoxville, Sahr Singh, The Walkmen (Episodio 115)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-03-31

The Rock, Liz Phair (Episodio 116)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-04-01

Sinopsis: A minor controversy that started earlier in the week is resolved by a very apologetic CNN anchorwoman (see recap). Also, Dave congratulates Craig Kilborn on five years at CBS.

Tyler Crotty, Michael Imperioli, Jim Gaffigan (Episodio 117)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-04-02

Sinopsis: Audience Show & Tell: a husband and wife tandem demonstrates a neat trick involving a yo-yo and a shiny quarter. Also, Dave chats with Tyler Crotty, the tired pre-teen who has been at the center of a minor controversy on the Late Show for the last week. For appearing on the show, Dave gives Tyler several cans of Red Bull. Also, very tall man(Paul Olkowski) gives Dave a one arm hug before he shows a "glory day" highlight from 12 years ago when he sank a full-court shot on ESPN.

Bruce Willis, Renee Askins (Episodio 118)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-04-06

Sinopsis: The Top Ten list is now sponsored by rake-attack.com, while Bruce Willis shows off his new, stealthy, Trump-style hairpiece.

Jimmy Fallon, Anne Hathaway, Usher (Episodio 119)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-04-07

Billy Crystal, Alex Rodriguez (Episodio 120)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-04-12

Sinopsis: Alan brings a video of celebrity well-wishers for Dave's 57th birthday (just a tape of a fleeing Regis); it's "More With Les," as Dave phones up CBS-TV head honcho Les Moonves; Billy Crystal plugs his new children's book; "A-Rod" chats, then jacks a few balls with Dave on 53rd Street.

Chris Rock, The Upside Down Act (Episodio 121)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-04-13

Sinopsis: Biff makes his annual trip to Spring Training, where he for the second year in a row, he and Hideki Matsui perform Abbott & Costello's "Who's on First?" routine; Jerry turns Dave upside down to preview Kai Leclerc's gravity-defying juggling act; "Dwight the Troubled Teen" makes another visit to Alan's booth.

Amy Sedaris, Damien Rice (Episodio 122)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-04-14

Sinopsis: Mailbag: After noticing that a letter-writer misspelled his name, Paul comes with a homonym for his moniker, resulting in a rival homonym from Biff. Also, Dave kisses a donkey, while Ruben Stoddard presents the Top Ten.

David Duchovny, Chris Russo (Episodio 123)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-04-15

Sinopsis: In the "season finale" of "Trump or Monkey?," a dancer from the musical Hairspray wins an alleged trip to Acapulco; David Duchovny discusses his son's linguistic skills; after getting bumped twice in the last year, NYC sportscaster Chris "Mad Dog" Russo is finally grilled by Dave.

Phil Mickelson, Kathryn Morris, Patti Smith (Episodio 124)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-04-16

Sinopsis: Phil Mickelson brags about his victory at the 2004 Masters; James Lipton delivers Paul's cape.

Megan Mullally, Eli Manning, Diana Krall (Episodio 125)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-04-26

Sinopsis: al-Qaeda takes responsibility for Derek Jeter's batting slump; Dave resurrects his two favorite Cold Mountain sound clips; stuntman "Magic Brian" eats a lightbulb.

Andy Richter, Davy Rothbart, Mary Chapin Carpenter (Episodio 126)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-04-27

Sinopsis: Dave declares that the new mission statement for the Late Show will be "We are here for you. We'll make things better." Also, Rupert hosts the debut edition of "Stop the Pump," a game involving pumping fuel at a gas station on the corner of 44th and 10th in Manhattan.

Julianne Moore, Robert Klein, Todd Rundgren (Episodio 127)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-04-28

Sinopsis: Dave announces that he's going to be "more dynamic," resulting in spasm-like movements by him and Paul; to accompany Steph/Monty/Smitty dressing as Amelia Earhart for Mailbag, Dave repeatedly orders to hear airplane SFX inbetween letters; Julianne Moore tells Dave what it's like to kiss Barbara Walters.

Kelly Ripa, Jennie Finch (Episodio 128)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-04-29

Sinopsis: The theater audience is given the option of either having Tom Hanks drop by or watch stock footage of a camel on skis. Dave claims the camel tape won. Also, Dave thinks he's addicted to Bexstra, claiming "the inside of me itches."

Hillary Clinton, The Roots (Episodio 129)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-04-30

Sinopsis: An audience member turns her hand 360 degrees; Hillary Clinton discusses her husband's book and the war in Iraq; The Roots perform "Don't Say Nuthin'."

Stupid Pet Tricks, David Spade, Loretta Lynn & Jack White (Episodio 130)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-05-03

Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen, Adam Brody (Episodio 131)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-05-04

Sinopsis: Nobel Economics Prize winner Robert Mundell tells "Yo Mama" jokes; a woman off the street pretends to be in an earthquake with Rupert; Survivor All-Stars loser Shii-Ann Huang presents the Top Ten.

Kate Beckinsale, Sue Johanson (Episodio 132)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-05-05

Diving Dogs, Tina Fey, Morgan Spurlock (Episodio 133)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-05-06

Kelsey Grammar, Orchestra Baobob with Trey Anastasio and Dave Matthews (Episodio 134)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-05-07

Sinopsis: Ten celebrity moms (including Dorothy and Gerard as "Betty Lou Roberts") present the Top Ten, and later the faux mother of Julia Roberts delivers Paul's cape.

Amber Brkich, Regis Philbin, Black-Eyed Peas (Episodio 135)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-05-10

Sinopsis: Dave announces that motorcyclist "Johnny McCoy" will be performing a very dangerous and complicated stunt out on 53rd Street, but it ends up getting cancelled; Dave makes Jerry play the airplane SFX again; it turns out Johnny McCoy can't even ride a motorcycle; Dave, Regis, and Paul weigh themselves.

David Hyde Pierce, David Byrne (Episodio 136)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-05-11

John McCain, Tom Dreesen (Episodio 137)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-05-12

Stupid Pet Tricks, Hugh Jackman (Episodio 138)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-05-13

Amy Sedaris, Modest Mouse (Episodio 139)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-05-14

Sinopsis: A special edition of the show taped in the middle of the night. Dave arrives on horseback; vermin expert Robert Sullivan searches for rats; Dave shows footage of Eric Stangel trying to call Bob Borden from his apartment/hotel room; ten nighthawks present the Top Ten; Amy Sedaris takes a tour of her West Village neighborhood.

Antonio Banderas, Alanis Morrisette (Episodio 140)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-05-17

Charlie Sheen, Jack Hanna (Episodio 141)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-05-18

Sinopsis: Chef Emil Castillo makes a $1000 frittata (read: omelet), and when completed, Dave smothers it with ketchup; Dave pays tribute to Tony Randall, who passed on that morning; Dave resolves a tickle in his throat with a bottle of Tanqueray.

Kiefer Sutherland, Incubus (Episodio 142)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-05-19

Sinopsis: Dave gives Steph/Monty/Smitty another weird nickname ("Gunther") while baseball star Randy "Big Unit" Johnson presents a perfect game-themed Top Ten.

Kate Hudons, Outkast (Episodio 143)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-05-20

Ellen DeGeneres, The Strokes (Episodio 144)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-05-21

Sinopsis: Dave claims he has a rare form of tuberculosis, and that a Dave stand-in is waiting backstage for when the time comes; Kiva "Grinder Girl" Kahl reports from her apartment in Brooklyn to discuss a recent leg injury; Gary Mintz fills in for Kiva during "Will It Float?"; The Strokes perform "The End Has No End."

Nicole Kidman, Avril Lavigne (Episodio 145)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-05-24

Sinopsis: Dave's stand-in is still waiting for his cue; Dave demands to hear the airplane and Cold Mountain SFX again; the stars of The Sopranos perform the Top Ten; Nicole Kidman makes her first appearance on the show in three years.

Dennis Quaid, Velvet Revolver (Episodio 146)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-05-25

Sinopsis: Dave congratulates Sid McGinnis on becoming a grandfather; karate expert Leif Becker attempts to break 500 boards in a minute, but ends up tying his personal record of 415; ten NBA legends present the Top Ten; for the fourth show in a row, the credits roll over footage of Alan presenting flowers to an unknown woman.

Mandy Moore, Nate Erwin, Counting Crows (Episodio 147)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-05-26

Sinopsis: Mailbag: Steph/Smitty/Gunther is dressed up as Rahal/Letterman racer Buddy Rice; the upcoming cable channel "Logo" declares the Late Show "the gayest show on television;" Dave is interrupted by "Gerry the Cicada" Mulligan, who attempts to dance the Lambada. Later, Gerry is invited back onstage to eat actual cicadas with Dave, Paul and bug expert Nate Erwin.

Darrell Hammond, blink-182 (Episodio 148)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-05-27

Sinopsis: Dave announces that he's had another falling-out with CBS, which may or may not give him the justification to mock the network again; hundreds of sailors walk onstage for "Is This Anything?"; Darrell Hammond performs his best impressions, plus a new imitation of Senator John Kerry.

Andy Dick, Bob Woodward (Episodio 149)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-05-28

Sinopsis: A 1 1/2 pound Porterhouse steak is subjected to "Will It Float?" and despite Dave's scientific argument that a dead animal would more than likely float in water, the meat sinks. Also, Bob Woodward discusses his new book and recent interview with George Bush.

Bill Murray, P.J. Harvey (Episodio 150)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-06-07

Sinopsis: Dave brags about his Indy 500 win last week; Alan's recap of the first game of the NBA Finals turns into a striptease; Bill Murray announces that he's now moonlighting as a circus clown, wearing an outfit to prove it.

Bette Midler, David Tidmarsh (Episodio 151)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-06-08

Sinopsis: In honor of one of tonight's guests (a spelling bee champ), Dave mentions that the most commonly used word in the English language is "biscuit"; a new game called "Cicada/Secada" is botched by Rupert's revealing of the game-board; Bette Midler promotes The Stepford Wives and discusses the joy of bowling.

Buddy Rice, Christopher Walken, Kid Rock (Episodio 152)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-06-09

Sinopsis: Dave and Paul have a heated discussion over who would win a fight- "badass" Kid Rock or "nerves of steel" Buddy Rice; during Mailbag, Biff goes to Wisconsin to help out a law student, and ends up smashing a bottle over the kid's head; Dave tries on a racing helmet given to him by 2004 Indy 500 winner Buddy Rice.

Matthew Broderick, Jamie Cullum (Episodio 153)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-06-10

Sinopsis: In honor of his death earlier that day, Paul and the band performs Ray Charles' "What'd I Say"; Dave sends Matthew Broderick outside to get hosed with water; jazz pianist Jamie Cullum performs "All at Sea."

P. Diddy, Jim Gaffigan (Episodio 154)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-06-11

Sinopsis: Jim Gaffigan comments on married life and becoming a father for the first time. Also, Paul Anka delivers Paul's cape for this Friday night James Brown homage, then in honor of the retirement of the long-standing gag, performs a parody of "My Way."

Paris Hilton, Patti Scalfa (Episodio 155)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-06-14

Sinopsis: Dave shows us another photo of Harry; Paris Hilton discusses The Simple Life and her now-infamous sex tape; Patti Scialfa (Mrs. Bruce Springsteen) performs "23rd Street Lullaby."

Ben Stiller, Beastie Boys (Episodio 156)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-06-15

Sinopsis: To further promote Popeye's Green Beans, Dave and Paul eat Popeye's chicken and give fun facts; Ben Stiller attempts to break windows across the street with a dodge-ball, but ends up falling off the building.

Chauncey Billups, Dana Carvey, Wilco (Episodio 157)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-06-16

Vince Vaughn, Margaret Cho (Episodio 158)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-06-17

Michael Moore, Jennifer Hawkins, Los Lobos (Episodio 159)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-06-18

Sinopsis: Michael Moore discusses his infamous speech at the 2003 Oscars and promotes Fahrenheit 9/11; Dave tries on Miss Universe's sash and tiara; Los Lobos performs "Charmed."

Larry Brown, Sean Hayes, Phish (Episodio 160)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-06-21

Sinopsis: Throughout the night, George Clarke eats fish sticks on the roof to honor a certain band performing on the marquee; for the third night in a row, Dave shows (well-edited) footage of a guy cheating on Jeopardy; Phish performs "Scents and Subtle Sounds" and unwittingly stops traffic in the process.

Kevin Kline, Nicole Richie (Episodio 161)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-06-22

Sinopsis: Dave announces that he and Paul will be in this weekend's Gay Pride parade; past contestant Jennie Ford plays "Super Trump or Monkey;" Ken Griffey, Jr. presents the Top Ten; Nicole Richie (reality star and adopted daughter to Lionel Richie) tells Dave how she conquered heroin addiction.

David Alan Grier, Britton Keeshan, the Von Bondies (Episodio 162)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-06-23

Kid Inventors, Shawn Wayans, Secret Machines (Episodio 163)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-06-24

Sinopsis: During a "New Products" segment, Dave sinks his teeth into some charcoal briquets, which he swallows with mouthwash. Also, The Secret Machines (in their TV debut) perform "Now Here to Nowhere."

Bonnie Hunt, Dylan Moran (Episodio 164)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-06-25

Sinopsis: "Know Your Current Events" is played for the first time in over six months; Dave spills coffee on his lap, and Paul suggests hydrogen peroxide to clean it off; "Dwight the Troubled Teen" breaks character to remind people not to download illegally.

Piedmont Bird Callers, Kirsten Dunst, Chris Robinson (Episodio 165)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-06-28

Sinopsis: Dave admits that after spending all weekend watching documentaries about building motorcycles, he wants a hog for himself. At the end of the show, Dave forms a motorcycle "gang" with Paul, Dave Dorsett, and Chris Robinson of the Black Crowes.

Keira Knightly, Joseph Wilson (Episodio 166)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-06-29

Sinopsis: A husband and wife combo plays the "Late Show Bill Clinton Memoir Challenge," in which they must find the name "Monica" in his new book within thirty seconds. Later, Pat and Kenny recreate Oprah's recent interview with the former president.

Ethan Hawke, Jon Heder (Episodio 167)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-06-30

Sinopsis: Dave turns on the hose-cam again, shooting water at unsuspecting passersby; during Mailbag, Dave shows footage from the new Spiderman movie (actually the classic 60's cartoon) of Doc Ock torturing Spidey with a clip from the Late Show; Jon Heder promotes Napoleon Dynamite.

Will Ferrell, Dashboard Confessional (Episodio 168)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-07-01

Sinopsis: Two lumberjacks compete against each other out on 53rd Street, while Will Ferrell shows Dave a home movie of his four-month-old "baby" (a sports car).

Christina Applegate, David Sedaris (Episodio 169)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-07-02

Sinopsis: The musical talents of Paul, Felecia, and Bruce are laid to waste once more on "Stump the Band"; "Fat Spider-Man" (George Clarke) presents a remote Top Ten; David Sedaris reads an except from his new book, Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim.

Kristin Davis, Ali G (Episodio 170)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-07-12

Sinopsis: In the debut edition of "Where They Would Have Gone For Their Summer Vacation," Biff tells Dave that Charles Bronson would've gone to Mohegan Sun Casino in Connecticut; Jeopardy! super-contestant Ken Jennings presents the Top Ten; Dave admits to Kristen Davis that he was "watching hard" while viewing Sex & the City reruns on TBS.

Will Smith, Jet (Episodio 171)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-07-13

Sinopsis: Dave continues to discuss motorcycles; Alan's baseball commentary is interrupted by the return of that guy who used to beat the daylights out of him several years back; to prove some sort of point, Will Smith sticks his butt in Dave's face.

Hilary Duff, Jonathan Ames (Episodio 172)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-07-14

Sinopsis: Dave compares President Bush to Porky Pig; during Mailbag, a young, fairweather Letterman fan is thrown out of the theater; Hilary Duff promotes A Cinderella Story.

Cedric the Entertainer, Laird Hamilton (Episodio 173)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-07-15

Julianna Marguiles, Bob Sarlatte, Ashlee Simpson (Episodio 174)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-07-16

Sinopsis: Audience Show & Tell: Dave chats with a meteorologist from Connecticut who was once mentioned on "Know Your Current Events." Also, Dorothy celebrates her 83rd birthday with a Dave stand-in and a refrigerator full of Red Bull and vodka.

Denzel Washington, Jim Rome (Episodio 175)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-07-19

Sinopsis: Dave gloats over Rahal/Letterman Racing's visit to the White House earlier in the day; three stagehands attempt to smear a camera lens with sunscreen from 90 feet above street level; Denzel Washington promotes The Manchurian Candidate.

Halley Berry, Maria Mena (Episodio 176)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-07-20

Sinopsis: In honor of the 35th anniversary of the moonwalk, it's time for a new game at Hello Deli called "Would You Like to Plant a Flag on the Moon?" Rupert brings in a contestant from Yukon, Oklahoma, and Dave gives her a hard time about it.

Sharon Stone, Yeah Yeah Yeahs (Episodio 177)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-07-21

Matt Damon, Carmelo Anthony, The Hives (Episodio 178)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-07-22

Sinopsis: We watch news footage of Pete Rose's restaurant being looted of everything except a Late Show t-shirt; while addressing the Sandy Berger controversy, Dave unwittingly spits on Tony; The Hives perform "Walk Idiot Walk."

Brittany Murphy, Paula Poundstone (Episodio 179)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-07-23

Sinopsis: An audience member from Cincinnati suspends a grape in air by blowing on it; Dave comments on Krispy Kreme's new doughnut shake, followed by a fake ad for Burger King's new liquid Whopper; Britney Murphy and Dave pinky-swear; troubled comedienne Paula Poundstone jokes about her time in detox.

Holly Hunter, US Olympic Synchronized Swimming Team (Episodio 180)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-07-26

John McEnroe, Zach Braff (Episodio 181)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-07-27

Sinopsis: With the Olympics approaching, Dave reminds the audience that he's on steroids; a standby audience member calls up Regis and tells him to shove it; Biff makes his second report from Boston; Dave scratches his chin in a borderline-offensive manner.

Bob Newhart, 213 with Snoop Dogg (Episodio 182)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-07-28

Sinopsis: A remarkably ornery Dave attempts to apologize to Regis via telephone but hangs up on him, then answers every question on CBS Mailbag with a resilient "who cares?" Also, Bob Newhart discusses the statue built in honor of him in Chicago and then does a fairly decent impression of Dr. Henry Kissinger.

Natalie Portman, Ambulance LTD (Episodio 183)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-07-29

Sinopsis: Biff tries unsuccessfully to interview Michael Moore; Natalie Portman talks about sleeping with her dog Charlie; Ambulance Ltd. performs "Primative."

Rosie Perez, Greg Giraldo (Episodio 184)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-07-30

Sinopsis: Anton (still filling in for Paul) plays "Will It Float?" for the first time; Rosie Perez tells a funny story about an actor who spits when he speaks; Alan Kalter asks Dave to talk about his latest love of his life, then gets beaten up by the women's brother.

Pamela Anderson, Al Franken (Episodio 185)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-08-02

Sinopsis: The guest chairs are replaced and Dave's desk has been altered; during "Who Asked For It?" an audience member vaporizes himself; Pamela Anderson brags about having sex without dating.

Bill Clinton, Natalie Merchant (Episodio 186)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-08-03

Sinopsis: Former President Clinton discusses a wide variety of topics with Dave, then signs a copy of his book for Harry. Also, Natalie Merchant performs "Sally Ann."

Tom Cruise, Dax Shepard (Episodio 187)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-08-04

Sinopsis: Michael Bearden and Anton continue to fill in for Paul, prompting Dave to ask Anton how Paul would respond to some of his comments tonight; during Mailbag, Pat Farmer determines the length of a "New York Minute" but ends up getting robbed and beaten instead; "Tom Ridge" (Gerard) discusses homeland security, then breaks into song; Tom Cruise promotes Collateral.

Gerard Mulligan, Jada Pinkett Smith, Jessica Simpson (Episodio 188)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-08-05

Sinopsis: Dave bids farewell to longtime writer Gerard Mulligan with a sitdown interview and a clip montage heavy on NBC-era footage.

Tommy Franks, Greg Giraldo (Episodio 189)

Fecha de emisión: 2004-08-06