Sunday Sitdown with Willie Geist
Willie Geist, Sunday TODAY
NBC's "Sunday TODAY with Willie Geist" provides sharp, conversational coverage of the day's news, along with in-depth profiles of the people and ideas shaping our culture. In his “Sunday Sitdowns,” Geist chats with some of the biggest names in news and pop culture, from actors and musicians to presidents and CEOs, about the stories behind their success. This podcast features the full, unedited versions of those conversations for an even deeper look at the names in the headlines. "Sunday TODAY" airs live on NBC from 8 a.m. - 9 a.m. ET. Check your local listings.
Episodes
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Nov 17, 2024 • 33min
Hugh Grant on His Chilling New Film, "Heretic"
Hugh Grant talks to Willie Geist about his new film, “Heretic” and about reprising the role of Daniel Cleaver in the upcoming fourth “Bridget Jones” film. They also discuss Grant's relationship with fame and how he’s creating better boundaries and protections in the industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Nov 10, 2024 • 36min
Cynthia Erivo on "Elphaba" Role in New "Wicked" Movie
Willie Geist talks to Cynthia Erivo about the release of the highly anticipated Hollywood adaptation of the Broadway classic, "Wicked". Erivo shares her experience playing "Elphaba" opposite Ariana Grande's "Glinda", and she gets her first look at the "Wicked" Billboards in Times Square. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Nov 3, 2024 • 56min
Larry David on Bittersweet End of "Curb Your Enthusiasm" (April 2024)
Willie Geist sat down with Larry David to reflect on his surprising life in comedy, and the bittersweet end of his iconic series, "Curb Your Enthusiasm". He even decided to cast Willie himself in an episode of the final season, and Willie shares his inside look. (Original broadcast date April 7, 2024.) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Oct 27, 2024 • 47min
Kelsea Ballerini Talks New Album, "Patterns", and Her Next Gig on "The Voice"
Willie sits down with one of the biggest young stars in music, Kelsea Ballerini. They talk about her new album, "Patterns", and her upcoming gig as a coach on "The Voice." Ballerini also reflects on her choice to move to Nashville as a teenager to pursue country music. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Oct 20, 2024 • 40min
Jason Segel on His Starring Role in "Shrinking" and Long Run of Comedies
Jason Segel sits down with Willie to talk about his Emmy nomination for starring in the acclaimed series, "Shrinking", alongside Harrison Ford. Segel details his run of comedies over the last decade and a half, and how a setup by his high school teacher got him discovered. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Oct 13, 2024 • 1h 3min
Stephen Colbert on His Rise to Fame & His Latest Project Becoming a Cookbook Author
Willie Geist sits down with the host of "The Late Show", Stephen Colbert, to chat about Stephen's rise to fame and the pivotal moment he knew he would be able to make a career out of comedy. Stephen talks about growing up in a large family and how he's navigated tragedy. His wife, Evie McGee-Colbert, also joins to share some of their favorite recipes from their new cookbook, ‘Does This Taste Funny.’ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Oct 6, 2024 • 51min
Jelly Roll on His Rise from a Troubled Past
Willie Geist sits down with former rapper turned country artist, Jelly Roll, ahead of his latest album, "Beautifully Broken". He tells the story of his troubled upbringing and how he turned it all around, now selling out the biggest arenas in the country. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Sep 29, 2024 • 39min
Kate Winslet on Dictator Role in ‘The Regime’ and Life After ‘Titanic’ (March 2024)
Academy Award-winning actor Kate Winslet joined Willie Geist to talk about her new role as a dictator losing her grip in "The Regime". She also spoke of how deeply her role in "Mare of Easttown" affected her emotionally, as well as navigating the disorienting whirlwind of life after starring in "Titanic". (Original broadcast date March 17, 2024.) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Sep 22, 2024 • 38min
Alicia Keys Talks "Hell's Kitchen" on Broadway, Inspired by Her Life and Career (April 2024)
Willie sat down with 16-time Grammy winner, Alicia Keys, ahead of the opening of her Broadway musical, "Hell's Kitchen". They talk about inspirations from her own life that helped her create the acclaimed coming-of-age musical more than a decade in the making. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Sep 15, 2024 • 41min
Ryan Reynolds on "Deadpool" Success and His Late Father's Parkinson's Diagnosis
Willie gets together with Ryan Reynolds as his latest "Deadpool" movie becomes the highest grossing R-rated movie in history. Ryan also opens up about his late father’s experience with Parkinson's disease and the toll it took on his family Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
