Squawk Box co-anchor Becky Quick appeared last night on CBS’ Late Show with David Letterman (she explained what “Squawk Box” means to the talk show host):



And today on the Ellen DeGeneres show, Maria Bartiromo was a guest:

MSNBC’s Chris Matthews‘ made his long-awaited return to The Ellen DeGeneres Show yesterday, and unlike last time, there was no inadvertent groping. Instead, Matthews’ was hands off and dance-free — until DeGeneres went in for the hug. “Thank you for being a good sport,” she said.



• As for the real interview, Matthews talked Sen. Hillary Clinton as Secretary of State, the Bush administration, and he and DeGeneres toasted to President-elect Barack Obama‘s victory.

> SNL got one final round of political sketches in last night, including a portrayal of MSNBC’s Chris Matthews with Sen. Barack Obama. Check out the video.

> CNN’s Anderson Cooper was interviewed on Ellen DeGeneres‘ talk show today, and he explained “The Ellen Factor.” Check out the clip.

> In honor of Election Day, Nas, who is not a fan of Fox News, released a new song, with a shot at Sean Hannity. Click here to listen.