“I wanted to make it very clear that I wasn’t retiring.
After 26 straight years doing interviews on CNN, I just wanted to do other things.
I’m deadly serious.

I’ve always wanted to do a comedy act.
So now that I have the chance, I’ve put together this comedy tour.”
He also revealed that he had recently performed at his own show.

“Just did a guest set in Vegas for a big convention.
Whenever I speak, I speak funny.”
… the last thing I will learn is the truth.
Of course, what am I doing?
Well, to me, the guest is not a prop."