Making Space with Hoda Kotb

Keith Morrison is an award-winning correspondent for Dateline NBC, beloved journalist and host of several #1 podcasts. He’s made a speciality of true crime mysteries, and after more than five decades in the business, he’s gained status as a pop culture icon. Morrison joins Hoda Kotb to discuss his prolific career, his upcoming Dateline original podcast “Murder in the Hollywood Hills” and the loss of his stepson, actor Matthew Perry.

Bestselling author Brianna Wiest has touched millions of readers with her books and quotes featuring messages of empowerment, self-reflection and hope. She found healing and growth in the written word while overcoming personal struggles, and now, she hopes to help others through her writing. Wiest joins Hoda Kotb to discuss her own journey inward, the impact she hopes her words have and her latest book “The Pivot Year: 365 Days to Become the Person You Truly Want to Be”.

Ziggy Marley is a musician, producer, author, Grammy winner, activist, humanitarian and son of beloved musician Bob Marley. Growing up in the Marley household, it’s no surprise that his life has always been filled with music. Marley joins Hoda Kotb to discuss his father’s legacy, the side of his dad many didn’t know and his role as a producer on the recent film “Bob Marley: One Love”.

Savannah Guthrie joins Hoda Kotb to discuss her latest book, “Mostly What God Does: Reflections on Seeking and Finding His Love Everywhere”. Guthrie beautifully and vulnerably opens up about the role of faith in her life, the power of divine love and the inspiration behind this collection of essays. She shares personal stories of moments that have tested her faith, strengthened her belief and left her in awe. As Guthrie so beautifully puts it, mostly what God does is love… and you can feel the love in every word of this uplifting and inspiring conversation.

Making Space with Hoda Kotb is back for Season 5! Join TODAY’s Hoda Kotb as she continues on a personal journey of self-discovery and learning. This season, she sits down with guests like former NFL quarterback Drew Brees, reggae musician Ziggy Marley, self-help author Brianna Wiest and her very own TODAY co-anchor Savannah Guthrie.Catch the premiere episode of Season 5 with guest Savannah Guthrie, Wednesday, February 21st. Follow now

Rabbi Steve Leder, bestselling author and Senior Rabbi of Wilshire Boulevard Temple, joins Hoda Kotb to discuss life, loss, and the power of love. They explore finding healing from things that cannot be cured, the beauty in loss, and the insignificance of material possessions. They also share insights on cherishing moments with loved ones, making sacrifices in relationships, and understanding the true meaning of love.

You can change your life. That’s the mantra motivational expert Mel Robbins lives by. And it’s the very reason millions of people around the globe, Hoda included, follow Mel and the advice she shares in her TEDx Talk and on her podcast. Mel believes that change is much easier than we imagine – we just have to stop thinking too much. In this invigorating, inspiring and very frank conversation from January 2023, Hoda Kotb sat down with Mel to talk about her famous 5-second rule, the truth about motivation and how to make big life changes. Hoda asks Mel the questions we all want answers to - How can we be better versions of ourselves? When can we expect results? And why should we make these changes? The answer to that last one is simple - because you deserve this.

Lynne Twist is a global visionary committed to alleviating poverty, ending world hunger, empowering the status of women and girls, supporting social justice and environmental sustainability. The scope of Lynne’s impact ranges from working with Mother Teresa in Calcutta, to working with refugees in camps in Ethiopia, exploring the threatened rainforests of the Amazon and guiding the philanthropy of some of the world’s wealthiest families. Lynne joins Hoda Kotb to discuss her impactful career, finding your calling and what it means to live a committed life.

Ally Love is the epitome of a multi-hyphenate. She’s a Peloton instructor, model, dancer, TODAY Show contributor, arena host of the Brooklyn Nets, CEO and founder of her female empowerment company, ‘Love Squad’... and so much more. She’s a one-woman hype-machine, on a mission to empower, inspire and uplift. Ally helps others approach their mental and physical well-being in a positive light, providing motivation and good energy every step of the way. Ally sat down with Hoda Kotb to share where she finds inspiration, from her faith, to her family and more.

Nicole Avant, a philanthropist, filmmaker, and author, shares her journey of grief, forgiveness, and moving forward after the loss of her parents. She reflects on managing her emotions through writing a memoir and explores the influence of her music executive father. She also discusses embracing her black identity and advocating for black artists. The tragic event of her mother's shooting and the power of forgiveness are also discussed. Nicole shares her methods of finding peace and nourishing her soul.