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Sunday Sitdown with Willie Geist

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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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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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English


Episodes
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Chris Pine

5/5/2024
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".

Duration:00:38:16

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Stephen Curry (July 2023)

4/28/2024
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)

Duration:00:45:45

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Hannah Waddingham

4/21/2024
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.

Duration:00:55:41

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Alicia Keys

4/14/2024
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.

Duration:00:37:47

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Larry David

4/7/2024
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.

Duration:00:56:16

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Carol Burnett

3/31/2024
On this week's episode, Willie sits down with the legendary Carol Burnett. They talk about her life in comedy, and her scene-stealing role in the new Apple TV+ series, "Palm Royale".

Duration:00:52:59

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Dateline presents: Murder in the Hollywood Hills

3/26/2024
As a bonus for you, we’re sharing the trailer for Murder in the Hollywood Hills, an all-new original podcast series from Dateline. In this story Keith Morrison takes us to the city of dreams, where a smooth-talking predator lured young women into a nightmare with promises of fame and fortune. He evaded justice for years, but when a group of women banded together, they fought to lock him up for life. If you like what you hear, you can listen to Murder in the Hollywood Hills for free each week. Or, subscribe to Dateline Premium on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or DatelinePremium.com to unlock new episodes one week early: https://link.chtbl.com/mithh_fdlw

Duration:00:02:52

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Kenny Chesney

3/24/2024
On this week's episode, Willie sat down with country music superstar, Kenny Chesney. They got together just ahead of his latest album dropping, and as he gears up for his next big tour performing at stadiums across the country.

Duration:00:40:17

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Kate Winslet

3/17/2024
On this week's episode, Willie sat down with Academy Award Winner Kate Winslet to talk about her latest role in the buzzy new miniseries "The Regime", the disorienting whirlwind of "Titanic" and much more.

Duration:00:38:41

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Kacey Musgraves

3/10/2024
On this week's episode, Willie sat down with 7-time Grammy winner, Kacey Musgraves. They got together at Electric Lady Studios to talk about the inspiration for her new album, her process writing those beautiful songs, and finding success while bucking convention in Nashville.

Duration:00:54:22

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OSCAR NOMINEE: Colman Domingo (January 2024)

3/9/2024
Willie Geist sits down with Colman Domingo, who is nominated for his first Oscar for his starring role in the acclaimed movie, "Rustin". This nod makes him the first Afro Latino to ever be nominated for Best Actor. (Original broadcast date January 21, 2024.)

Duration:00:57:45

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OSCAR NOMINEE: Sterling K. Brown (November 2019)

3/9/2024
Sterling K. Brown may be best known for his role as Randall Pearson, the adopted son and adoring father on the hit NBC show “This Is Us.” Sterling received his first Oscar-nomination in 2024 for his role in "American Fiction". Brown sat down with Willie Geist to talk about the huge success of "This Is Us" and the 13-year grind before landing that breakout role. (Original broadcast date November 17, 2019.)

Duration:00:54:41

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OSCAR NOMINEE: Emily Blunt (January 2024)

3/9/2024
Emily Blunt joins Willie Geist to talk everything "Oppenheimer": the all-star cast, award season chatter, and the performance that has earned her her first ever Oscar nomination. (Original broadcast date January 7, 2024.)

Duration:00:27:34

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OSCAR NOMINEE: Bradley Cooper (February 2019)

3/9/2024
Bradley Cooper sat down with Willie Geist to talk about the making of his 2018 film, "A Star is Born", what it was like to work alongside Lady Gaga, and when he first fell in love with movies and directing. Cooper is now nominated for three Oscars as director, writer, and producer of the 2023 film, "Maestro". (Original broadcast date February 10, 2019.)

Duration:00:30:01

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OSCAR NOMINEE: Matt Damon (July 2023)

3/9/2024
Matt Damon sat down with Willie Geist to talk about his role in Christopher Nolan's latest Oscar-nominated movie, "Oppenheimer", and how his A-list Hollywood career all started when he and Ben Affleck wrote and starred in "Good Will Hunting". (Original broadcast date July 16, 2023.)

Duration:00:43:53

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Sydney Sweeney (June 2023)

3/3/2024
On this week's episode, Willie sits down with one of the brightest young stars in Hollywood, Sydney Sweeney. They talk about her breakout roles on "Euphoria" and "The White Lotus", and her new movie role getting rave reviews from critics. (Original broadcast date June 4, 2023.)

Duration:00:29:11

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Sheryl Lee Ralph

2/25/2024
On this week's episode, Willie sits down with the Emmy-winning star of the hit series "Abbott Elementary", Sheryl Lee Ralph. They talk about her role as a kindergarten teacher that is giving her a well-deserved moment in a long, storied career.

Duration:00:47:51

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‘Making Space with Hoda Kotb’ featuring Savannah Guthrie

2/21/2024
Hey Sunday Sitdown fans! As a bonus, we’re giving you a special preview of season 5 of “Making Space with Hoda Kotb.” In season 5’s debut episode, Hoda sits down with her dear friend and TODAY co-anchor Savannah Guthrie. Savannah joins Hoda to discuss her latest book, “Mostly What God Does: Reflections on Seeking and Finding His Love Everywhere”. Guthrie beautifully and vulnerably opens up about the role of faith in her life, the power of divine love and the inspiration behind this collection of essays. She shares personal stories of moments that have tested her faith, strengthened her belief and left her in awe. To listen to the full conversation, just search “Making Space with Hoda Kotb” wherever you’re listening or click here: https://link.chtbl.com/ms\_sflw

Duration:00:03:45

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John Oliver

2/18/2024
On this week's episode, Willie sat down with John Oliver. They got together 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.

Duration:00:54:52

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Catherine O'Hara

2/11/2024
On this week's episode, Willie sits down with one of the funniest people on the planet: Catherine O'Hara. They talk about her new movie, "Argylle", the wild popularity of her character "Moira Rose", and a lifetime in comedy.

Duration:00:45:48