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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Jun 16, 2024 • 42min
Jon Bon Jovi On Getting His Voice Back for New Album, "Forever”
Willie chats with Jon Bon Jovi about his new album, "Forever", which marks a victory in the fight to get his voice back. They also talk about his head-spinning rise from Jersey bar-singer to international superstar, and they even take a tour of his studio at his Jersey home. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Jun 2, 2024 • 28min
Emily Blunt on 'Oppenheimer', 'The Fall Guy', and Her Perfect Night (January 2024)
Emily Blunt joins Willie Geist to talk everything "Oppenheimer": the all-star cast, award season chatter, and the performance that has earned her first ever Oscar nomination. She discusses her new film “Fall Guy” and why her kids are the biggest Ryan Gosling fans. She also answers a question submitted by her husband John Krasinski. (Original broadcast date January 7, 2024.) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
May 26, 2024 • 30min
Darius Rucker Talks New Music, Mother's Support, and David Letterman Boost (October 2023)
Darius Rucker opens up about dedicating his new album, “Carolyn’s Boy,” to his mother, how an appearance on “The Late Show with David Letterman” changed the trajectory of Hootie & the Blowfish, and how he was able to overcome the initial negative response to his first country single after going solo. (Original broadcast date October 8, 2023) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
May 19, 2024 • 56min
Glen Powell on Co-Writing and Starring in 'Hit Man'
Willie gets together with Glen Powell to talk about his recent run of movies that have made him one of Hollywood's most in-demand stars, from "Top Gun: Maverick", to the blockbuster romantic comedy "Anyone but You", and the new movie "Hit Man", which he co-wrote and stars in. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
May 12, 2024 • 52min
Jimmy Fallon
On this week's episode, Willie sat down with his NBC neighbor, Jimmy Fallon. They got together as he celebrates his 10-year anniversary as host of "The Tonight Show" - reflecting on his long career in comedy, his years at SNL, and landing the biggest job in "Late Night". Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
May 5, 2024 • 38min
Chris Pine
On this week's episode, Willie sits down with Chris Pine. They get together to talk about a career that has taken him from "Star Trek" to "Wonder Woman", and now, the new film he wrote, directed, and stars in: "Poolman". Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Apr 28, 2024 • 46min
Stephen Curry (July 2023)
On this week's episode, Willie sat down with one of the greatest athletes of all time, Stephen Curry. He is out with a new documentary, "Underrated", that charts his rise from skinny college kid to basketball legend who has revolutionized the game. (Original broadcast date July 30, 2023) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Apr 21, 2024 • 56min
Hannah Waddingham
On this week's episode, Willie sits down with Emmy-winning "Ted Lasso" star, Hannah Waddingham. They talk about her breakout performance on that show, her role alongside Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt in the new movie "The Fall Guy", and so much more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Apr 14, 2024 • 38min
Alicia Keys
On this week's episode, Willie sat down with 16-time Grammy winner, Alicia Keys. They got together at the Schubert Theater in New York to talk about a career full of beautiful music and the new Broadway musical inspired by her own extraordinary life. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Apr 7, 2024 • 56min
Larry David
On this week's episode, Willie sits down with Larry David to talk about a life in comedy, the bittersweet end of his iconic series, "Curb Your Enthusiasm", and why he decided to cast Willie himself in an episode of the final season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
