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Sunday Sitdown with Willie Geist

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.

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BROADWAY STARS: Nathan Lane on Returning to Broadway in ‘Pictures from Home’ and Decades of Iconic Roles (March 2023) Sep 28, 2025

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Nathan Lane is a three-time Tony and Emmy Award-winning actor beloved for his roles on stage and screen, from The Producers and The Birdcage to voicing Timon in Disney’s The Lion King. In this conversation from March 2023, Lane opens up to Willie Geist about his return to Broadway in Pictures from Home, his journey from theater to Hollywood, and the performances that have defined his decades-long career.

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BROADWAY STARS: Cynthia Erivo on Playing Elphaba in ‘Wicked’ and Her Broadway Journey (October 2024) Sep 28, 2025

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Cynthia Erivo is a Grammy, Tony, and Emmy Award-winning powerhouse who first stunned Broadway audiences in The Color Purple and recently took on one of musical theater’s most iconic roles: Elphaba in Wicked. In this chat from October 2024, Erivo joins Willie Geist to talk about stepping into the emerald spotlight opposite of her friend Ariana Grande and the thrill of seeing Wicked billboards light up Times Square ahead of the highly anticipated film adaptation.

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Gloria Estefan Reflects on Cuban Roots, Latin Pop Legacy and New Album “Raíces” (May 2025) Sep 21, 2025

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From fleeing Cuba as a young girl to becoming the Queen of Latin Pop, Gloria Estefan’s journey to prominence has been defined by resilience. In this sitdown from May 2025, Estefan reflects on her family’s story, her lifelong love with Emilio Estefan, and the global success of hits like “Conga.” She also opens up about returning to the stage after her 1990 bus accident, releasing her first Spanish-language album in 18 years, Raíces, and her new musical, Basura.

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Eva Longoria Opens Up About Turning 50, “Desperate Housewives” and Creating Casa Del Sol (March 2025) Sep 14, 2025

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From her breakout role on Desperate Housewives to thriving today as an actor, director, producer, and entrepreneur, Eva Longoria has one of the most multifaceted careers in Hollywood. In this conversation from March 2025, Longoria opens up to Willie Geist about how her childhood in Texas shaped her journey, her perspective on fame, family, and longevity in Hollywood at 50, and her starring role in Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Road Trip. She also talks about her work behind the camera and building her tequila brand, Casa Del Sol.

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EMMY NOMINEE: Sheryl Lee Ralph on the Rise of “Abbott Elementary” and Her Career Renaissance (February 2024) Sep 13, 2025

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With her Emmy-winning role in Abbott Elementary, Sheryl Lee Ralph has become a powerful voice for educators while cementing her place as one of Hollywood’s most enduring talents. In this conversation from February 2024, Ralph sits down with Willie Geist to celebrate her career renaissance after decades in the business and shares how Robert De Niro gave her advice that kept her moving in her career.

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EMMY NOMINEE: Bryan Cranston on “Breaking Bad” and the Complex Characters He’s Drawn To (December 2020) Sep 13, 2025

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A four-time Emmy winner for his legendary role as Walter White in Breaking Bad, Bryan Cranston’s made a massive mark on Hollywood. In this conversation from December 2020, Cranston talks to Willie Geist about starring in Showtime’s Your Honor and reuniting with Aaron Paul to launch Dos Hombres Mezcal. He also reflects on the enduring legacy of Breaking Bad and why he’s often drawn to morally complex characters.

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EMMY NOMINEE: John Oliver on the Success of “Last Week Tonight” and His Comedy Journey (February 2024) Sep 13, 2025

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As the Emmy-winning host of Last Week Tonight, John Oliver has redefined political comedy with his wit and satire. In this sitdown from February 2024, Oliver joins Willie Geist at a pub to watch his beloved Liverpool football club and preview the 2024 season of Last Week Tonight. He also reflects on his bold decision to move to America for a dream job on The Daily Show, a leap that set the stage for his late-night success.

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EMMY NOMINEE: Jason Segel on Working with Harrison Ford in “Shrinking” and His Comedy Career (October 2024) Sep 13, 2025

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Nominated for an Emmy for his starring role in Shrinking, Jason Segel has proven his versatility across dramas and comedies over the last 20 years. In this sitdown from October 2024, Segel opens up to Willie Geist about working alongside Harrison Ford in Shrinking, his long run of comedies from Forgetting Sarah Marshall to How I Met Your Mother, and the life-changing advice he received from Judd Apatow.

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Sylvester Stallone on "Tulsa King," "Rocky" and a Lifetime of Fighting Back Sep 07, 2025

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From Rocky to Rambo to his latest hit Tulsa King, Sylvester Stallone has spent decades defying the odds. Long before Hollywood stardom, he was a struggling actor in a New York apartment, writing the script for Rocky that would change his life. In this Sitdown, Stallone reflects on the hardships that fueled his drive, why he refused to let anyone else play Rocky, and how receiving the Kennedy Center Honors has impacted his perspective on legacy.

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Jelly Roll on His Journey From Struggle to Country Stardom (October 2024) Aug 31, 2025

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Few artists have walked a path like Jelly Roll, who grew up surrounded by struggle and addiction before choosing redemption. In this sitdown from October 2024, Jelly Roll talks with Willie about his transformation from rapper to country star, the resilience that shaped his music, and the persistence that led him to selling out arenas across the country.

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