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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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Latest Episodes:

EMMY NOMINEE: Lorne Michaels Sep 13, 2024

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A new era of American comedy began in 1975 with the premiere of Saturday Night Live and a young producer named Lorne Michaels calling the shots. Willie Geist gets together with the SNL creator and executive producer in famed Studio 8H to talk about the show’s legacy, and how they put on a live production in the middle of both a pandemic and a presidential election. (Original broadcast date October 18, 2020)

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EMMY NOMINEE: John Oliver Sep 13, 2024

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Willie Geist gets together with John Oliver to chat a little 'football at the pub' ahead of a new season of "Last Week Tonight", fresh off the show's latest annual sweep of the Emmy Awards. (Original broadcast date February 18, 2024)

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EMMY NOMINEE: Seth Meyers Sep 13, 2024

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It’s been 10 years since Seth Meyers took the Late Night baton from his friend Jimmy Fallon, carrying on a legendary legacy started by David Letterman in 1982. Before taking over behind that desk, Meyers spent over a decade at Saturday Night Live, first as a cast member, then as Head Writer and host of “Weekend Update.” Willie Geist gets together with the television host and comedian to talk about applying those writing skills to a children’s book inspired by his three kids, and more. (Original broadcast date March 20, 2022)

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EMMY NOMINEE: Sheryl Lee Ralph Sep 13, 2024

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Willie sits down with Emmy-winning star Sheryl Lee Ralph to celebrate her recent success after four decades in the business. She recalls the support she got from teachers like the one she plays on her hit show, "Abbott Elementary", and her conversation with Robert De Niro that kept her moving in the right direction. (Original broadcast date February 25, 2024)

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EMMY NOMINEE: Carol Burnett Sep 13, 2024

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Willie sits down with the legendary Carol Burnett. They talk about her life in comedy, and her scene-stealing role in the Apple TV+ series, "Palm Royale". (Original broadcast date March 31, 2024)

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EMMY NOMINEES: Steve Martin & Martin Short Sep 13, 2024

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Since starring together in The Three Amigos in 1986, Steve Martin and Martin Short have worked together on the blockbuster Father of the Bride movies, toured the country making relentless jokes at each other’s expense, and now they’re starring in a hilarious series about three neighbors working together to solve a murder in their New York City apartment building. Willie Geist gets together with the two comedy legends to talk about their series Only Murders in the Building and their friendship lasting more three decades. (Original broadcast date September 12, 2021)

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EMMY NOMINEE: Larry David Sep 13, 2024

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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. (Original broadcast date April 7, 2024)

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Don Cheadle on New Series, "Fight Night," and the True Story Behind It Sep 08, 2024

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Golden Globe-winning actor Don Cheadle talks to Willie Geist about his prolific career including Oscar nominations, the "Ocean's 11" franchise, and the Marvel Universe.

They also talk about his new show “Fight Night: Million Dollar Heist” streaming now on Peacock, about the true story of how an epic party after Muhammad Ali’s 1970 comeback fight in Atlanta became the scene of an infamous heist.

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Ryan Seacrest Shares His Plans for Hosting "Wheel of Fortune" & Opening More 'Seacrest Studios' (September 2023) Sep 01, 2024

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Ryan Seacrest joins Willie Geist to discuss his new gig as host of "Wheel of Fortune" and they receive some exciting news. They also talk about the hustle that took Seacrest from 'High School Radio DJ' to a media titan, and opening multiple 'Seacrest Studios'. (Original broadcast date September 24, 2023)

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Sheryl Lee Ralph on ‘Abbott Elementary’ & 40-Year Climb to Stardom (February 2024) Aug 25, 2024

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Willie sits down with Emmy-winning star Sheryl Lee Ralph to celebrate her recent success after four decades in the business. She recalls the support she got from teachers like the one she plays on her hit show, "Abbott Elementary", and her conversation with Robert De Niro that kept her moving in the right direction. (Original broadcast date February 25, 2024.)

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