The View: Behind the Table

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Sara Haines Gets Real About Setting Boundaries & Goes Inside ‘The View’ Interview With Alina Habba Apr 29, 2026

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Sara Haines shares her key takeaways from the show’s interview with Alina Habba, former counselor to Pres. Trump, taking listeners behind the scenes during a commercial break and explaining why she felt it was important to address certain moments.

Sara also reacts to a recent Serena Williams tweet about disciplining her children and opens up about how she relates as a parent. She discusses where she and her husband draw boundaries in their household, what’s considered acceptable behavior, and why laying down the law with kids isn’t always easy.

She wraps with a funny story about a run‑in with Carole King years ago—and a more recent encounter with Lisa Vanderpump.

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Alyssa Farah Griffin: 'White House Correspondents' Dinner Had Massive Security Failures & Vulnerabilities' Apr 28, 2026

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Alyssa Farah Griffin sits down with executive producer Brian Teta to share her reaction to the shooting connected to the White House Correspondents’ Dinner and explains why she believes there were significant security failures. She also pushes back on using the incident to justify building a White House ballroom, calling that argument absurd, and responds to right‑wing influencers posting in near‑unison about the proposal.

Alyssa weighs in on why some people believe the shooting was a conspiracy and shares her thoughts on why President Trump may want the Correspondents’ Dinner to move forward again quickly.

Alyssa then gives her take on the drama at Bravo following leaked audio from the 'Summer House' reunion and weighs in on rumors Jennifer Lawrence was the one who cracked the investigation open.

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Sunny Hostin Shares Health Update, Breaks Down WHCD Shooting & Celebrates Daughter Following In Her Footsteps Apr 27, 2026

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Sunny Hostin sits down with executive producer Brian Teta to share a health update on her voice and address the recent concerns from viewers. She breaks down the shocking shooting incident at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, while Brian shares what it was like being in the room alongside his ABC News colleagues as it unfolded.

Sunny also opens up about a deeply meaningful family moment—watching her daughter, Paloma, follow in her footsteps by becoming a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha, Incorporated. She explains why the experience made her “feel something I didn’t expect to feel” and reflects on the importance of the Divine Nine within her family.

The episode wraps with Sunny sharing what it meant to attend the taping of Sherri Shepherd’s final episode of her talk show, 'Sherri.'

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Ana Navarro: I Can’t Normalize Trump’s ‘Cruelty & Inhumanity’ Apr 23, 2026

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Ana Navarro sits down with executive producer Brian Teta to react to the latest resignation from the Trump administration, as Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer steps down. Ana explains why she believes so many members of Trump’s cabinet were unqualified and weighs in on Tucker Carlson’s apology for previously endorsing Trump.

She also shares why she won’t be attending the upcoming White House Correspondents’ Dinner and reflects on a memorable night spent with her friend, Chef José Andrés—revealing something he once said to her that has stayed with her ever since.

The episode wraps with a long‑teased moment as Brian finally tells the story of how Ana came to his rescue the night of the 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' premiere.

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Sara Haines to Tucker Carlson: ‘ You've Been Misleading People Forever’ Apr 22, 2026

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Sara Haines sits down with executive producer Brian Teta to explain why she believes Tucker Carlson apologizing for misleading people and speaking out against President Trump doesn’t earn him a pass. She also weighs in on the Texas law being upheld that requires the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms and shares why she strongly disagrees with it.

The conversation turns personal as Sara opens up about parenting and other areas in life where she explains why she’s comfortable being “good enough” rather than striving for perfection. She also reflects on whether she considers herself a thrill seeker—and how that mentality shows up in both her personal life and career.

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Joy Behar: ' I Voted For Lincoln, I Slept With Lincoln' Apr 21, 2026

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Joy Behar sits down with executive producer Brian Teta to celebrate Behind the Table winning a Webby Award. Joy weighs in on whether some Trump supporters are experiencing buyer’s remorse and shares her predictions for what to expect at the upcoming White House Correspondents’ Dinner.

She reacts to Sunny saying she has psychic powers, talks about what she loves about being a redhead, and looks back on the mentors who shaped her before she became a stand‑up comedian. Joy also reveals the most famous person she has in her phone—and explains why a great studio audience can change everything.

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Alyssa Farah Griffin On The MAGA Civil War & What 'Would Ultimately Sink Donald Trump' Apr 20, 2026

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Alyssa Farah Griffin sits down with executive producer Brian Teta to reflect on her first full week back at the table after maternity leave and what it was like returning to the daily rhythm of the show. Alyssa then dives into Hot Topics, weighing in on the impact President Trump is having as some MAGA influencers begin to distance themselves from him. She shares her predictions for what Trump might say at this weekend’s White House Correspondents’ Dinner and reacts to former President Obama appearing with New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani over the weekend—breaking down what those moments signal politically.

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Ana Navarro: Trump’s Beef With The Pope Is ‘ Wrong, Inappropriate, & Stupid’ Apr 16, 2026

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We're thrilled to be nominated for a Webby Award — vote now: https://theviewabc.visitlink.me/PSXUua Ana Navarro sits down with executive producer Brian Teta to weigh in on President Trump’s feud with the Pope — including Trump sharing possible AI‑generated imagery depicting himself in a Christ‑like role and Vice President Vance warning Pope Leo to “be careful” when weighing in on theology. She also discusses the departures of Representatives Eric Swalwell and Tony Gonzales, and reacts to Congresswoman Ilhan Omar’s comments urging Democrats to show grace to former MAGA figures like Marjorie Taylor Greene. Ana breaks down what unity, accountability, and political reality look like to her right now. Plus, Ana dishes about her recent trip to Costa Rica and what the getaway meant to her.

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What Made Sara Haines Cry Today Apr 15, 2026

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Sara Haines sits down with executive producer Brian Teta to share what deeply moved her about the true story behind the new Hulu documentary '#SKYKING.' She also reveals which television and movie characters ChatGPT says she’s most like—and whether she agrees with the results.

She dishes on her recent family vacation and Alyssa Farah Griffin’s return to 'The View,' before opening up about what it was like returning to work herself after having children. The conversation wraps with her reaction to a new Atlantic story examining how many admired adults today weren’t easy kids growing up—and why that resonated with her.

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Joy Behar's Wild Weekend In Vegas & Her Message To Trump Supporters Apr 14, 2026

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Joy Behar sits down with executive producer Brian Teta to recap her fun‑filled weekend in Las Vegas, including seeing The Eagles at The Sphere and running into some famous friends along the way. She also runs through her latest list of pet peeves and why certain things still manage to push her buttons. Joy then previews their upcoming cameo in Hacks and shares her love for Jean Smart!

She also weighs in on President Trump’s ongoing feud with the Pope, reveals what actually got her in trouble as a child, and when she knew she had truly made it in her career!

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