Character Analysis
This is a massive work in progress.
The character of "Stephen Colbert" (the fictional one, mind you, not the actor who plays him) is incredibly layered, subtly complex, remarkably consistent, and, to my mind, thoroughly sympathetic.
If you find that you enjoy reading about him, stick around.
Psychology Today Analyzes Colbert
Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3a | Part 3b | Part 4a | Part 4b
Links to a planned nine-part series deconstructing truthiness, gut reactions, bunker morality, and other aspects of Stephen's view of the world.
What I Think About When I Think About Liberal Stephen
Notes on the alternate universe in which, instead of being a parody conservative, Stephen is a parody liberal.
This is a joke, right...?
A conversation with a psych student about the post below, and how it relates to the actor.
Notes on Stephen and PTSD
Stephen behaves like a trauma victim.
Mister America: "Stephen Colbert" in song
A musical deconstruction of Stephen's personality, his show, and how he relates to the world.