CBS pause copyright takedowns on YouTube uploads of Stephen Colbert’s ‘Only in Monroe’ show after public outcry

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Coverage of this event varies across outlets. Variety emphasizes that CBS is not suppressing the show, framing the situation as a misunderstanding, while /r/Technology and NME focus on the public outcry that prompted CBS's decision to…

Poppy Burton· May 25, 2026 · 7:09 AM UTC ·14 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 49 views

CBS pause copyright takedowns on YouTube uploads of Stephen Colbert’s ‘Only in Monroe’ show after public outcry

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CBS has decided to pause copyright takedowns on YouTube uploads of Stephen Colbert’s ‘Only in Monroe’ show following public backlash. The episode was produced with funding from Paramount and CBS, which means 'The Late Show' holds the copyright. This decision comes after viewers expressed their concerns about the restrictions on sharing the content online.

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▪CBS paused copyright takedowns on YouTube for Stephen Colbert's show after public outcry.
▪The episode was funded by Paramount and CBS, granting 'The Late Show' copyright ownership.
▪Viewers raised concerns about the restrictions on sharing the show online.

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