Late-night talk show hosts Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Kimmel, and Jimmy Fallon have come under criticism from “Real Time” host Bill Maher for pandering to liberal audiences and lacking original perspectives on current events. During a recent episode of his podcast "Club Random," Maher and comedian Jim Gaffigan discussed the future of late-night programming, particularly in light of the ongoing writers' strike.

Gaffigan expressed concern that the strike would negatively impact the late-night shows that viewers are familiar with, while Maher questioned why the genre has survived for so long in the modern era. Maher differentiated his own HBO program, which has also been affected by the strike, from his competitors, emphasizing its entertainment value, edginess, and unpredictability. He also noted that the era of watching late-night shows as they air seems outdated, considering the availability of on-demand streaming services and the ability to skip through commercials.

Gaffigan attempted to argue that shows like Colbert's have endured because viewers develop a relationship with the hosts and are interested in hearing their perspective on current events. Maher, however, dismissed this idea, claiming that these hosts lack genuine “takes” on subjects and instead cater to their audience's pre-existing beliefs. He asserted that he provides his own unique perspective on issues, even if it may not always align with the majority opinion.

The writers' strike, which has been ongoing for over 120 days, has resulted in all late-night shows going off the air since late April. As a response, Colbert, Kimmel, Fallon, Seth Meyers, and John Oliver recently launched a podcast to raise money for their writing staff during the strike.

Despite the criticisms and the impact of the strike, late-night shows continue to be a popular form of entertainment. To stay updated on culture, media, education, opinion, and channel coverage, visit foxnews.com/media.