Craig Ferguson | About Last Night Podcast with Adam Ray | Episode 459

The great Craig Ferguson stops by to tell amazing stories from THE LATE LATE SHOW, his favorite guests, his band days in Scotland, his new book RIDING THE ELEPHANT, starting standup, and Betty White.
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Adam Ray is a veteran actor, comedian and voice actor who has starred in a number of roles throughout his career. Adam currently can be seen in Young Rock for NBC, the story of Dwanye ""The Rock"" Johnson's life, in which he plays the iconic role of Vince McMahon. Adam most recently starred in the indie comedy The Bellman, and has been seen on HBO’s Curb Your Enthusiasm, Arrested Development for Netflix, as well as season 2 of American Vandal. Adam was a regular on Lights Out with David Spade and currently on The Adam Carolla Show. Ray is best known from his work opposite Sandra Bullock and Melissa McCarthy in Paul Feig's buddy cop comedy The Heat, as well as Feig’s SPY and the reboot of Ghostbusters, in which he voiced the iconic character of Slimer and played a supporting role as well. Adam co-hosted the comedy game show Seperation Anxiety on TBS with comedian Iliza Schlesinger, and has guest-starred on 2 Broke Girls, Workaholics, Silicon Valley and HBO's Ballers. Adam was also a cast member in the reboot of the sketch comedy franchise MADtv for the CW, and played Joey McIntyre's manager on the Pop Network show Return of the Mac. He has written for MTV's PUNK'D, Adam Devine's House Party, and the reboot of Mystery Science Theater. Ray headlines the top comedy clubs in the country, and has been featured on The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, as well as Adam Devine's House Party on Comedy Central. You can hear Adam's voice on cartoons like like Dreamwork's Trolls, Adult Swim's Rick and Morty & Super Mansion, and as Swift Wind in the Dreamworks SHE-RA, streaming on Netflix.

[@Stoffel271]

Thanks for interviewing Craig about The Late Late Show. I miss that show so much...

[@TheAVJ2]

In your pants hehehe ok I'll stop now

[@kustomweb]

I miss Craig so much, Geoff too of course. In your pants.

[@angelgarcia4716]

Duchovny said once "the fun one". Yeah, funnier than all the nowadays late shows hosts combined. Ass mode.

[@riddlemechris]

Balls.

[@XenoTravis]

Thanks for commenting that! I miss those comments so much.

[@lostwoodsstudios8270]

Craig Ferguson, hands down, is one of the most straight forward, well rounded, loveable person to ever live. Love that dude.

[@kristyrobinson1979]

Agree. Watching his videos are helping me so much right now

[@joes.1168]

I still watch KZbin videos of him, no one could make me laugh like him.

[@seanpaulson9098]

Check out his appearance on the tigerbelly podcast

[@funnylookingfoetus]

I really, really miss him doing the Late Late Show. Corden is a nice guy, but the show he does just doesn't interest me at all. Not funny in that Craig/Geoff/Secretariat/Handpuppets/Randomness way.

[@donreed]

CF's a very lucky man: His competition is either over-the-hill and burnt out, or so damned unfunny, they could make more money as morticians.

[@hangstrom1886]

in these " unprecedented times"... gag me... I needed to laugh so I leaned on Craig and this submission came up and I'd like to offer some applause … good time spent

[@giomjava]

Same

[@iceheartfrost3740]

Who doesn't love Craig? He's awesome.

[@marilyn1228]

Funny, smart, classy, wise,honest, intelligent, well-read, irreverent,silly, humble, self-deprecating, naughty, fun, a good human, hugger.....what's not to love?

[@NicksStrengthandPower]

Craig is the best

[@randyschafer4135]

At work I started listening to his show on my Bluetooth speaker and have to stop and laugh my ass off quite often

[@suegertucker]

Especially the puppets

[@jasonmiller9549]

Craig was one of the best late-night hosts ever, Dave Letterman acknowledged this by putting him into his second bought slot. I understand he's moved on since this, but the fact is late-night television hasn't been solid since it's more angled towards political satire. Thanks for asking his views on this and his endeavors for the future. The man is a legend, a great talent and through his own admissions, learned from a lot from mistakes.

[@fe5018]

I'm sorry but Craig Kilborn had that slot before Ferguson so I'm afraid I can't buy into that inferred Letterman endorsement/acknowledgement, given the implications.

[@spam7797]

@@fe5018 and Tom Snyder had it before Kilborn

[@fe5018]

@@spam7797, oh I know, I'm not discounting Snyder, hes just not relevant to what I'm saying. By all accounts Snyder seems to have had a noteworthy show which would support the op's idea of the Letterman acknowledgement. Kilborn is the one that puts a spanner in the works, imo. His show seems so lame and forgettable imo. And he chose to leave! Worldwide Pants were obviously cool with him. I judge Letterman and Lassally for that.

[@spam7797]

@@fe5018 OK, I get it. From what I've read and heard, Dave wanted Snyder to do something in the same vein as his "Tomorrow" show, but Snyder had just kind of given up on that type of program. According to Rob Burnett, Snyder had turned "lazy." I remember liking the show and the relaxed vibe, but nothing too specific remains. I think I disagree a bit with you on Lincoln, though. I liked his relaxed, "cool but lame" vibe. I also liked that he was so arrogant and full of himself on the show. That's not a typical look for late night. But vibe and personality projection only gets you so far. There wasn't much to the show beyond what I've mentioned. Craig is obviously the best to occupy that time slot for CBS.

[@Tcrror]

THE best.

[@jackgreen1261]

Craig had one of the best shows that I've ever seen I started reviewing his shows and his appearances and how they struck up conversations was just absolutely awesome plus his guests are absolutely gorgeous

[@CMauraArts8]

Thank You! What a lovely and fun interview with one of my Favs, Craig Ferguson. He was sensitive and spiritual

[@primmentertainment6013]

The best late night TV show hosts ever hands down I watched it all the way up to the day he retired and I have never watched another

[@XsweetstarliteX]

why does he not have a podcast yet? i adored his show for years

[@reallivebluescat]

He did. But it became to much for him

[@indmych]

I want Craig to do exactly what he wants to. But. I wish I could watch him every night.

[@notalkjustnails6101]

"that sounds dirty"

[@MoosePantz]

The more I get to know Craig Ferguson, the more I really like him. Thanks for this video.

[@guitarnut6144]

Love Craig, automatic click for me. I miss his late late show; but I'm happy for him and wish him success. Thanks.

[@TheOleHermit]

There's no better escape from reality than a real down to earth interview with Craig Ferguson. Been a fan for many years. Can never watch him without laughing. Thanks!

[@jayjayjay365]

"all right you carry the f'cking boxes" great line

[@ChrisGarmon]

Craig is a unique blend of hilarious, witty, charming and humble. I just love watching and listening to him, he is the personification of quality entertainment

[@sarahfaith6531]

he's so self reflective and sharp. i love listening to his interviews.

[@andymorrow1597]

Just like most Scottish folk glaswegians

[@xgullafter9590]

He's very wise and self aware as well.

[@felipeqp9532]

Craig is always a breath of fresh air.

[@thewiedzmin6062]

Anything that has Craig Ferguson is absolutely worth consuming....

[@LarryLeeMoniz]

What an outstanding interview. Craig is so genuine, so candid, so real. He's been a favorite performer of mine for a long time, ad I have never felt such an honest depiction of the man. Great job guys... subscribed.

[@riceman-cq8yd]

Right, i would stay up late just to watch him, my all time favorite there is no one that compares.

[@jessica5497]

I love the love in the commenting section. That's rare

[@rokitrik6783]

Craig is the funniest man alive and damn smart. I could listen to him 4ever.

[@Miquelodeon87]

I still think The Late Late Show is the best late night show in history. The best there was and ther will ever be. Craig Fergusson (and Geoff Peterson) did magic every single night and I miss the shit out of of them. I really and sincerely do. His chats with his guests, awkard pauses, monologues and so on would just crack me up over and over again. They still do when I dive back into old episodes on KZbin. Craig deserves a fucking spot on TV, or on KZbin, or wherever, with total crative freedom to do whatever the fuck he wants, no questions asked. Craig, if you ever read this, just know that I really want you back. I love you!

[@chriskaprys]

Years of Late Late has taught Craig the muscle memory of picking up a mug and never taking a sip. :D He's good medicine for me. The older I get the more checking in with a dose of Craig keeps me from becoming bitter.

[@frogstarB27]

You can tell he's been spending a lot of time in scotland, His accent is so much more pronounced that it was when he hosted the show.

[@katg109]

I think he’s moved back to Scotland so it’s probably the local influence. I’m from the south and when I go back to the country my twang becomes stronger

[@tysorestsl2898]

It's actually a social thing humans will do where they will mimic the accents of people around them. So it makes sense that your accent would come back in full force when visiting your family for a while. You may even sound different when you return to your normal place of living and take a bit to shake.

[@Vortigan07]

Individual perception is a curious thing, to my ears he's got so much more American in his accent here than he ever did on TLLS....that said, I'm English so that's probably why I'm hearing that.

[@Jezza819]

There's not hardly a week goes by that I don't think of something from Craig's late night show and it always makes me laugh. It was a never miss for me because you never knew what was going to happen. I really miss it.

[@joananthony6323]

I keep thinking of the dancing with puppets. Now I have to try and find it.

[@jessica5497]

@@joananthony6323 hahaha same. I need a rabbit and a alligator

[@makatron]

I remember stumbling upon the late late show and thinking it was nuts, but I loved every second of it. Still actively search those old videos to cheer me up with that madness of a show.

[@ynot75319]

I’ve watched Craig on Late Night and then followed his other ventures. Craig has always been just a real person and the interview proves it. Just a guy that does something he’s good at and he enjoys. Great interview! Thanks!

[@rodrigodelprat]

Well that was the best thing I've watched in a long time.

[@shenebraskan4945]

Thanks for this, and I haven't even watched it yet. Love Craig. Late night is so pathetic without him.

[@piesusan17]

"You gotta have a gimmick." Craig is brilliant, hysterical & multi-talented. I miss him. We were spoiled with his Late Late Show.

[@sarahfaith6531]

"that's like being depressed because you're not in a cartoon" aww 🤣❤

[@cookeymonster83]

He's obviously never seen anime

[@GinaKayLandis]

I just love Craig Ferguson! Thanks for having him on the podcast!

[@brendawaechter7575]

The world needs more Craig!!

[@alpo27]

We need more guys in the world like him. 👍

[@johnmacdonald9335]

I'm so glad that this show popped up in front of me on KZbin tonight. I very much like Craig, and it's partly because of his honesty, and I'm thinking of when his parents each died and he opened up about it as well as when he talked about his problem with alcoholism. The thing is that honesty disarms people, breaks down barriers, relieves anxiety, and things like that. Conversely I see comedy often as a defensive activity or one that some people hide behind and you never see who they are. So I think that his honesty greatly supports his comedy, and I hope it continues to bring him much success in the future.

[@HawkOfGP]

Craig is always great to listen to. I watched almost every episode of his show back in the day, and even sent the show a letter once, and he read it on the air. Legend.

[@Brownalebelly]

This was a fantastic interview with a great guy. Thank you so much.

[@nathanhowland196]

One of the most natural, down-the-line comedians ....I still keep watching the Late Late Show. I wish he would do it again.

[@lisageissert5386]

I long to hear again, "what did we learn on the show tonight, Craig?"

[@ZzCanonBull]

I....I actually HEARD this comment

[@libradragon]

And the adorable kitten; *Meow!?*

[@omarayala8529]

"Horchata"

[@semmert]

I know I'm late to the party here, but besides Conan, Craig was the only other late night show I enjoyed. I'll always support Craig in any show he does.

[@RCDesertRat]

I miss Secretariat and Geoff lol 😂

[@DarrinSnider]

Craig is one of my top five favorite people of all time. Great ... I would say interview ... but it's too real for that. Nicely done!

[@AZOffRoadster]

Thanks to The Jayleno Fly, I'm binging on all the Late Late shows. I never really watched late nite shows, and then I cut my cable back in 2009 because it was all shit. Didn't realize there was actually a show worth watching. Awkward pause or mouth organ? Who does that shit? Certainly not Colbert or the Jimmys.

[@sherylw4599]

It was a madhouse, but it was ours :).

[@theburton8718]

I so much enjoyed seeing Craig again, such a magnificent human being. Great interview guys, bravo.

[@ThePhaeriephox]

Craig Ferguson is amazing. I loved his show, and after this interview, I love him even more. Miss him.

[@vivavideo-videofilmer]

effing Craigy Ferg!!! Damn I miss the Late Late Show with him ... and Geoff

[@djjazzyjeff1232]

I've been on a huge Craig Ferguson kick the last week or so, this couldn't have come out at a better time.

[@AlfredMidTier]

Miss his talk show but great to see him even if it's just an interview 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@Lopeziraburu]

Just bought the book (at Barnes). Thanks for gifting us with over an hour of this extraordinary human being.

[@yourfairyGodgod]

Love to Craig once again and on a podcast with sub 10k subs, no less. You can tell he is a great guy who was never in it for the fame.

[@nostalgiajunkie]

Tom T well the podcast is pretty huge in the comedic world, they just have basically zero KZbin presence

[@TimothyONeill_84.]

Oh man, greatest interview I’ve ever seen thus far. Always knew he’s an awesome guy off camera, he did something most late night host wouldn’t even dream of doing and that is knowing when to quit when it grinds away at your soul

[@lydiadavis7810]

We miss you on late night Craig.

[@virginijavenesa1735]

Just love Craig Ferguson, missed him...

[@DinoHF79]

Craig, he's so cool. I see he got the tattoos he wanted when he was on CBS. Glad to see him again!

[@jimanderson2518]

Best interview EVER!!!!!! I think it was because of Craig

[@elizabethbeckman1947]

Thank you Adam and Brad. Enjoyed this. Hard to find a guest more authentic, present or candid in interview. (Found 49.54 on here especially timely.) Sans television, I never expected such a discovery during this unprecedented time - Ferguson's censored but no less elevated, innovative and entertaining The Late Late Show. Thank you all.

[@forakingdom]

Craigs Owl is the best Owl in Winnie the Pooh there has ever been. Such a wonderful and underrated movie.

[@5skif5]

What a human being! A f$&* legend. Love him!

[@JayJay-fi6vv]

Love this guy and still love watching his show still.

[@iamnotstephenking1126]

I love Craig. Thanks for getting him on your cast. Brilliant!!!! I love Craig's chemistry w Kristen Bell.

[@helllow23]

Great seeing Craig more again!!! Miss this dude!! Hope he comes back with some kind of a show...

[@nedi1150]

Have you watched this, obviously it's quite different but certainly helps with the withdrawals ;) kzbin.info/www/bejne/on3FpGuJfdN7kK8

[@taniac.1393]

Didn’t know he had a book out. Found it on audible. It’s hilarious and you’ve got a new subscriber! Great interview! Thanks guys !

[@MontanaCal]

Craig is just really quick and brilliant

[@arnie2944]

In this interview, Craig is superb. What a wisdom this man has about understanding day to day life. So glad i can watch this incredible funny man on the internet (gak phtew).

[@tedmichaels1951]

I miss the interplay between Geoff and Craig.

[@MontanaCal]

Man that was a great spot. No B.S. just a dude that lives in his own skin. Thanks guys

[@fe5018]

He doesn't seem like a very happy man, though.

[@kamojet]

It's almost as if Craig didn't/doesn't realize that he is the essence of late nite tv. There's a certain crowd that live a Late Late kinda life and Craig just seemed like he was our kinda people. It often felt like the show could have been happening right in our own houses, and we were all just sitting around havin a chat and enjoying each others company. But the world has moved on and there's a hole in my TV where Craig used to be. It was great hangin with you Craig... if you ever want to come back, you're always welcome, day or nite. Preferably nite - cuz I like to sleep in...

[@lavs8696]

it was so raw and real, everything is so overproduced nowadays. a shame we will never see anything like it on late night again

[@Krystalmyth]

I'm not sure why Letterman didn't push for Craig to be his replacement. But the guy, while great, is kind of too into himself to really bother with that if Craig didn't want to fight for it.

[@jrogers1809]

Glad you had Craig on, he’s sooo good that he enables you guys to rise up a couple levels without even trying. Keep up the great (work) or should I say fun. Thanks

[@johnpbh]

Why have I only just found you guys.... that was fu..ing awesome... It does help having someone like Craig to interview but I loved the format. I'm away to get the podcast. I hope it's still running. :) Have fun guys.

[@redfishradical]

You guys are the best interviewers I've seen in freaking AGES! Great interview, Craig's always been the shit because he's never acted like he's the shit...and this proves it!

[@AboutLastNightPodcast]

Thanks for watching!

[@nickprohoroff3720]

Awesome interview.

[@zuletapintor]

The great Craig Ferguson!! thanks for the interview .

[@lockofire25]

Glad to see Craig out there doing something fun #robotskeletonarmy

[@shellylogan5594]

Great interview, in a similar easy conversational fashion as Craig's Late show. Loved it, thanks!

[@almagutierrez7590]

Who else read Craig Ferguson and had their reflex-click kick in?

[@jessica5497]

Me always

[@corgisrule21]

I miss him so much!!!! 😭😭😭❤️❤️❤️😂😂

[@gqdaddy8544]

I love how fast Craig's wit kicks in when talking to people. Great comedian. Great host. Great bunch of dudes here just having a conversation back and forth. Thanks for this - it was fantastic. :D

[@dongallagher7756]

Great interview !!

[@dannytedford1896]

Love Craig Ferguson!

[@thundr1r]

such an incredibly good soul! I love this guy! Anybody that is that self deprecating an honest is a joy!

[@IPlayOneOnT.V.]

"It's like being depressed that you're not in a cartoon!"

[@Krystalmyth]

EXCELLENT interview. You boys are good at this.

[@directordave1]

First time I watched this show. You guys are great! Really miss Craig.

[@Wyldhare47]

I thoroughly enjoyed this interview……thanks guys….you made my evening…

[@mishasan7]

Thank you for interviewing this legend! Fuck I miss him heaps xxx

[@picklesooz]

I was off all social media for 3 years and he's right. It is addictive and it is toxic. I wish I had never come back.

[@jeannecavanaugh7789]

I used to catch him once in a while on tv real time. But, since I don't have TV anymore I watch him on utube. He is funny, witty, and talented! He makes me laugh. I hope he finds something he loves to do!

[@blazodeolireta]

I just found out Jay Leno Fly channel is down, and now at least I get this.

[@simstick]

Check this one out. Whole shows so you have to make your own fly's by using IMDB but I have enjoyed seeing some of the other stuff. "Late Late Show w/ Craig Ferguson Archive" kzbin.info/door/yGzp9qxI4tJqXT62h54CTg

[@stephjovi]

That's sad. I looooved the Craig Furgeson mixes.

[@SeahawkScott]

Wow bummer...hope they come back.

[@visionthedadwhoisnowdead2765]

blazodeolireta because he’s a selfish bastard that’s why

[@berlindude75]

Dang. :( Really loved JLF. Hope it'll be back.

[@vivavideo-videofilmer]

saving Grace was a fun movie

[@vincentcalvelli6452]

Brilliant interview with Craig Ferguson

[@KimsLantern]

I’m seeing him April 7th!!! I’m so excited!!!! I love him! Great podcast!!!

[@Maha1J]

This is the best 👏😄😊 love Craig

[@Papa-Kev]

I could listen to Craig for a long time.

[@bencoolbear3214]

Craig is the best. Thanks for interviewing him.

[@defel1]

Ferguson is brilliant. Great interview. And this channel is fantastic. Just subscribed.

[@GiladGur]

Me too

[@KristineMaitland]

I am a HUGE fan of Craig Ferguson's. I so miss his LLS mainly because he is a Renaissance man who knew how to talk to people. Only Craig could get Mila Jovovitch to discuss Russian and Spanish literature on his show. I hope to create a show like Craig's someday, where being an autodidact is cool.

[@camrsr5463]

one of the best people/ comedian/ writers! (Craig Ferguson) Keep out of social media/ be yourself/ and if you want control you should write books! Love it

[@donnadelahanty9903]

Craig is smart, raw and one of the funniest humans ever. After my husbands suicide, I could only watch Craig. I miss his show - how about coming back with a new format Craig? One on one. That would be awesome. Happy trails cowboy. ☮️💟

[@mid-niteryders5523]

Went to work every night when Mr F's Late show came on. Thanks to KZbin made up for it. Always been a little off, so is Craig, that's why I love him. Dad use ta say remember the other guy believes he is just as right you do and the problem is he could be ! Thanks for this, just ordered his book.