This transcript captures a segment from Jimmy Kimmel's show, broadcast live from the Brooklyn Academy of Music. The episode begins with a monologue covering contemporary political topics, including an impending government shutdown and its effect on the military. Kimmel satirizes recent speeches by political commentator Pete Hegseth and former President Donald Trump, mocking their comments on military policy, troop fitness, and the aesthetic design of battleships. The main segment features a comedic sketch where an impersonator of California Governor Gavin Newsom appears to discuss bridging the East Coast-West Coast divide. The bit takes a surprising turn when the impersonator begins roasting other late-night hosts, culminating in a surprise appearance by Seth Meyers, who reveals the impersonator is his brother, Josh Meyers, and has come to take him home.
Jimmy Kimmel Live from Brooklyn: Political Satire and a Late-Night Host Crossover
00:00:53 Introduction from Brooklyn: Jimmy Kimmel kicks off night two of his week-long residency at the Brooklyn Academy of Music, announcing a special "show swap" where he and fellow host Stephen Colbert will be guests on each other's shows simultaneously.
00:03:22 Looming Government Shutdown: Kimmel's monologue addresses the imminent government shutdown, highlighting the political stalemate and noting that active-duty military members would be required to serve without pay.
00:04:09 Satirizing Military Speeches: Kimmel mocks a speech by Pete Hegseth to military leaders, ridiculing his promises to eliminate diversity initiatives ("dudes in dresses") and his criticisms of "fat troops" and "beardos."
00:05:47 Mocking Trump's Commentary: The monologue continues by targeting Donald Trump's remarks at the same military event. Kimmel jokes about Trump lecturing on fitness and his bizarre aesthetic critique of modern battleships, calling them "ugly."
00:08:51 "Gavin Newsom" Arrives: A comedic sketch begins with an actor impersonating California Governor Gavin Newsom joining Kimmel on stage. The character claims his mission is to bridge the "East Coast, West Coast feud."
00:10:49 Bridging the Divide: The "Newsom" character makes a series of funny comparisons between LA and NYC, mentioning shared interests like "drag queen brunch" and sharing custody of Lena Dunham, before launching into an aggressive roast of late-night host Seth Meyers.
00:13:35 A Surprise Guest Appearance: The real Seth Meyers walks onto the stage, interrupting the sketch.
00:13:46 The Reveal: Meyers reveals that the "Gavin Newsom" impersonator is actually his brother, Josh Meyers. Seth explains he came to pick Josh up because his brother was "too scared to ride the subway alone," bringing the comedic bit to a close.