Where In The World Is Rudy Giuliani?

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
16 May 202405:57

TLDRThe transcript humorously discusses the whereabouts of Rudy Giuliani, a former mayor of New York City and celebrity spokesperson, who has been in the news for various legal and financial troubles. Giuliani, who declared bankruptcy after being ordered to pay $148 million for defamation, is reported to be spending money on his girlfriend's credit card bill despite claiming poverty. He has also lost his radio show on WABC and is facing an indictment in Arizona for attempting to overturn the 2020 election. The piece humorously suggests that Giuliani is not hard to find, as he has been broadcasting his location on Twitter live streams, even providing detailed directions for Arizona prosecutors to serve him with the indictment notice.

Takeaways

  • 🎬 The show is introducing guests like Michelle Buto and George Stephanopoulos.
  • 😔 The host expresses disappointment over a fake obituary for Eminem's alter ego Slim Shady in the Detroit Free Press.
  • 🎶 There's speculation that Eminem is using the fake obituary to promote his new album, but the host defends Eminem's integrity.
  • 💸 Rudy Giuliani is in financial trouble, having declared bankruptcy and owes $148 million to two pole workers he defamed.
  • 👎 The judge in Giuliani's bankruptcy case is losing patience due to the lack of progress in sorting out his finances.
  • 🤔 Giuliani claims poverty but is reportedly spending money on his girlfriend's credit card bill, raising questions about his financial situation.
  • 📻 Rudy Giuliani recently lost his radio show on WABC in New York.
  • 🔍 Arizona officials are trying to serve Giuliani with an indictment notice, but they can't find him.
  • 📍 Giuliani has been quite public about his whereabouts, even giving detailed directions in a Twitter live stream.
  • 🚫 Despite his legal troubles, Giuliani's attorneys claim he is working to pay the judgment.
  • 🎉 The host humorously suggests that Giuliani might find work at Spirit Halloween setting up window displays.

Q & A

  • What was the topic of discussion regarding Eminem's character Slim Shady?

    -The topic of discussion was the appearance of a fake obituary for Eminem's fictional character Slim Shady in the Detroit Free Press, which some speculated was a promotional stunt for his upcoming album.

  • What is the current situation with Rudy Giuliani's bankruptcy case?

    -Rudy Giuliani declared bankruptcy after being ordered to pay $148 million to two pole workers he defamed. However, he has not paid any part of the judgment, and the judge is losing patience due to the lack of progress in sorting out his finances.

  • What has Rudy Giuliani reportedly been spending money on despite claiming poverty?

    -Rudy Giuliani has reportedly been spending money to pay his girlfriend's credit card bill, despite claiming poverty in his bankruptcy case.

  • Why did Rudy Giuliani lose his radio show on WABC in New York?

    -The transcript does not provide a specific reason for Rudy Giuliani losing his radio show on WABC in New York, but it does mention that his attorneys insist he is trying to pay up and has additional work lined up.

  • What legal troubles is Rudy Giuliani facing in Arizona?

    -Rudy Giuliani was indicted in Arizona for trying to overturn the 2020 election. However, officials have been unable to serve him with the official indictment notice as they cannot locate him.

  • How did Rudy Giuliani announce his location in a humorous way during a Twitter live stream?

    -Rudy Giuliani announced his location by providing detailed directions, stating he was live from Palm Beach, near Mar-a-Lago, and even jokingly suggested dropping a pin for Arizona prosecutors to find him.

  • What is the significance of the phrase 'The Real Slim Shady please stand up'?

    -The phrase 'The Real Slim Shady please stand up' is a reference to Eminem's song 'The Real Slim Shady,' where he addresses the multiple personas he presents in his music and challenges the listeners to identify the genuine Slim Shady.

  • What is the implication of the judge being 'disturbed' by the lack of progress in Rudy Giuliani's bankruptcy case?

    -The implication is that the judge is seriously concerned and possibly frustrated by the slow pace at which Giuliani is addressing his financial situation, despite the significant amount he has been ordered to pay.

  • What is the humorous reference made about Rudy Giuliani's potential employment at Spirit Halloween?

    -The humorous reference suggests that if Giuliani manages to gather enough money to pay the judgment, he might need to find work at Spirit Halloween, implying that his career options might be limited and resorting to seasonal work.

  • Why does the speaker believe that no major media figure would fall for the alleged fake obituary of Slim Shady?

    -The speaker believes that no major media figure would fall for the alleged fake obituary because they consider Eminem a true artist who would not stoop to emotionally manipulating his fans for a few streams, and because such a tactic would be seen as unwise and easily debunked.

  • What is the significance of the name 'Swiffer with googly eyes' in the context of the script?

    -The name 'Swiffer with googly eyes' is used humorously to refer to Rudy Giuliani's girlfriend, as part of a fictional scenario where Giuliani is describing a whimsical and unlikely relationship.

Outlines

00:00

😀 Introduction and Commentary on Eminem's Fake Obituary

The first paragraph introduces the audience to the host, Lou K, and mentions the upcoming guests, including comedian Michelle Buto and journalist George Stephanopoulos. The host expresses his love for hip-hop and the shock over a fake obituary for Eminem's alter ego, Slim Shady, which appeared in the Detroit Free Press. He criticizes the media for potentially using this to promote Eminem's new album and asserts that Eminem, as a true artist, wouldn't exploit his fans' emotions. The host also touches on Rudy Giuliani's legal and financial troubles, including his bankruptcy case and outstanding legal issues related to the 2020 election in Arizona.

05:00

📡 Rudy Giuliani's Public Statements and Legal Issues

The second paragraph details Rudy Giuliani's public appearance on a Twitter live stream, where he humorously provides his exact location in Palm Beach, Florida, in a way that seems to taunt Arizona prosecutors who are trying to serve him with an indictment notice. The host speculates on Giuliani's potential future employment, suggesting he might work at a Halloween store, and comments on the difficulty Arizona officials are experiencing in locating him despite his public disclosures of his whereabouts.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Lou K and the L show band

This refers to a musical group or band, likely associated with a show hosted by a person named Lou K. The band is mentioned at the beginning of the transcript, suggesting they are part of the show's introduction or opening act. It sets the tone for the entertainment aspect of the video.

💡George Stephanopoulos

George Stephanopoulos is a well-known journalist and news anchor, mentioned in the transcript as an upcoming guest on the show. His presence indicates that the show discusses current events or political topics, and his reputation adds credibility to the discussion.

💡Eminem

Eminem is a famous rapper and musician. The script discusses a fake obituary for Eminem's alter ego, Slim Shady, which is a central part of the narrative. It illustrates the theme of media manipulation and the lengths artists may go to for publicity.

💡Slim Shady

Slim Shady is Eminem's fictional alter ego, a character he uses in his music. The script humorously deals with the fake obituary of Slim Shady, which is a key element in the satire of media and celebrity culture.

💡Dr. Dre

Dr. Dre is a prominent music producer and rapper, closely associated with Eminem. The script jokingly criticizes the media for not consulting 'his doctor,' referring to Dr. Dre, before publishing the fake obituary, highlighting the interconnected nature of the music industry.

💡Rudy Giuliani

Rudy Giuliani is a former mayor of New York City and a lawyer, who is mentioned in the context of legal and financial troubles. His inclusion in the script reflects the video's commentary on political figures and the controversies surrounding them.

💡Corpse Teeth

Corpse Teeth seems to be a fictional or humorous term used in the script, possibly referring to a product or service that Giuliani is associated with. It adds a layer of satire to the discussion of Giuliani's financial issues.

💡Bankruptcy

The term 'bankruptcy' is used to describe Giuliani's financial situation, where he declared bankruptcy after being ordered to pay a large sum of money. It is a key point in the narrative, illustrating the legal and financial struggles of the character.

💡Defamation

Defamation is the act of damaging someone's reputation through false statements. It is mentioned in the context of Giuliani being ordered to pay $148 million to two pole workers he defamed. This term is central to understanding the legal issues faced by Giuliani.

💡WABC

WABC is a radio station in New York. The script mentions that Giuliani lost his radio show on this station. This detail contributes to the narrative of Giuliani's declining public presence and influence.

💡Indictment

An indictment is a formal charge or accusation of a serious crime. The script refers to Giuliani being indicted in Arizona for trying to overturn the 2020 election. It underscores the legal troubles and political controversies surrounding Giuliani.

💡Palm Beach

Palm Beach is a location mentioned in the script where Giuliani is supposedly broadcasting a live stream. It serves as a setting for the narrative and provides a clue to Giuliani's current whereabouts, adding to the theme of tracking and locating public figures.

Highlights

Lou K and the L show band are introduced at the beginning of the show.

A new movie featuring Babes Michelle buto is mentioned.

Eminem's fictional character Ultra ego Slim Shady is reported dead in the Detroit Free Press.

Speculation that Eminem is using the fake obituary to promote his upcoming album is dismissed.

A humorous suggestion that royalties should be sent to 'The Real Slim Shady'.

Rudy Giuliani's bankruptcy and the $148 million defamation judgement against him are discussed.

Judge's impatience with Giuliani's slow progress in sorting out his finances is highlighted.

Rudy Giuliani's spending on his girlfriend's credit card bill despite claiming poverty is mentioned.

Rudy Giuliani losing his radio show on WABC in New York is noted.

Giuliani's attorneys claim he has additional work lined up to pay the judgement.

A humorous guess that Giuliani might work for Spirit Halloween due to upcoming season.

Giuliani's indictment in Arizona for attempting to overturn the 2020 election is covered.

Arizona officials are reportedly unable to locate Giuliani to serve him with the indictment notice.

Giuliani's public live stream from Palm Beach, revealing his location to Arizona prosecutors.

A playful reference to Giuliani's name having the same number of syllables as Carmen San Diego.

The band is prompted to play a song due to the name coincidence.

Giuliani's detailed description of his location in Palm Beach for the prosecutors.

The upcoming interview with George Stephanopoulos is teased.