David Letterman's storied late-night catalog—over six thousand episodes from his decades on air—is about to reach a global audience. According to Variety, his production company Worldwide Pants has partnered with NBCUniversal and streaming optimization company Merzigo to distribute the archive across YouTube, Facebook, and platforms worldwide. The deal leverages tech from Merzigo to enhance and restore the episodes before they go live. It's a move that brings Letterman's legacy to viewers who may have only caught highlights or clips online.

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