Adam Carolla Show Katie Couric + Bob Saget (Carolla Classics)
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Nov 16, 2025 
Katie Couric, a veteran journalist, shares insights from her National Geographic series, touching on technology's impact on mental health and modern journalism's challenges. Bob Saget, the beloved comedian, discusses the evolution of comedy and addresses the cultural shifts that challenge performers today. The light-hearted segment with Adam Ray features hilarious anecdotes, including a funny voicemail from Morgan Freeman. They dive into holiday traditions and satirically explore celebrity drama through games, making for a blend of deep discussion and laughs.
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Curiosity And Emotional Intelligence Win Interviews
- Katie Couric says curiosity and emotional intelligence make interviewers successful because they relax guests and draw out honest answers.
- She emphasizes reading the room and genuine interest over rigid question lists.
Use A Flexible Interview Roadmap
- Prepare a roadmap for interviews but follow interesting detours when they open up the conversation.
- Do your homework on subjects, then listen and pursue spontaneous follow-ups to get real moments.
Call Out Obfuscation With Quotes
- Read quotes back to evasive interviewees to hold them accountable and expose contradictions.
- Use persistent, repeated questioning to force answers rather than accepting obfuscation.