Then it would have been obvious what was going on. But I hate being obvious. It ruins the impact.
The opening, "Oh, no. Those late night comedians might actually have to think up their clever monologs! Like they did when they were struggling stand-up comedians. They might have to interview their guests as if they actually knew anything about them." was supposed to serve that purpose.
You think late-night shows are bad and you think they should end.
I got that from the start. There's no irony involved with that.
But there are lots of people who like late night shows as well, which is what keeps them on the air and on YouTube. TV shows shouldn't end just because you don't like them.
I guess irony is lost on you.
> They wouldn't keep going if they weren't profitable
"Profit" is an opinion, as any accountant will tell you. The studios' opinions are apparently wavering on this one.