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.

  • 37 minutes 51 seconds
    Glenn Close Talks Film "Back in Action" and 50 Years of Acting

    Willie sits down with acting icon, Glenn Close, to talk about her latest role in the film “Back in Action”, starring alongside Cameron Diaz and Jamie Foxx. Glenn reflects on her 50-year acting career that covered Broadway, television, and movies, and opens up about her early days of acting in New York City.

    19 January 2025, 1:30 pm
  • 50 minutes 33 seconds
    Mariska Hargitay on 26 Seasons as "Olivia Benson" and Her Character's Impact

    Willie sits down with Mariska Hargitay, also known as "Olivia Benson" on one of the longest running prime-time dramas in the history of television: "Law and Order: Special Victims Unit". They look back on 26 seasons, her electric chemistry with co-star Christopher Meloni, and how the show inspired her to create the Joyful Heart Foundation.  

     

    12 January 2025, 1:30 pm
  • 39 minutes 25 seconds
    Lisa Kudrow on New Netflix Series, "No Good Deed"

    Willie sits down with Lisa Kudrow to talk about her starring role in the new Netflix series, "No Good Deed," alongside Ray Romano. She also reflects on her time starring in “Friends,” one of the most popular and enduring shows in the history of television.

    5 January 2025, 1:30 pm
  • 52 minutes 46 seconds
    Carol Burnett on Her Latest Role in "Palm Royale" (March 2024)

    Willie sat down with the legendary Carol Burnett to talk about her new series "Palm Royale" on Apple TV+, and her rise from a difficult childhood to become one of the funniest and most influential people in American culture. (Original broadcast date March 31, 2024)

    22 December 2024, 1:30 pm
  • 51 minutes 46 seconds
    Billy Crystal Opens up About ‘When Harry Met Sally’ Legacy

    Willie gets together with Billy Crystal in NYU Tisch's "Jack Crystal Theater" named for his late father.  Billy opens up about his time in film school at NYU and about his professor, the legendary film director Martin Scorsese. They chat about the enduring legacy of "When Harry Met Sally" and about his acclaimed new series, "Before." 

    15 December 2024, 1:30 pm
  • 57 minutes 40 seconds
    Colman Domingo on His Oscar-Nominated Role in "Rustin" (January 2024)

    Willie sat down with actor Colman Domingo to talk about his long road to the Hollywood spotlight, which began on stage and continued with major projects like, "Fear the Walking Dead," "Euphoria," and his acclaimed performance in "Rustin." (Original broadcast date January 21, 2024)

    8 December 2024, 1:30 pm
  • 41 minutes 58 seconds
    Billy Joel Reflects on His Record-Breaking Residency and His Biggest Hits (August 2024)

     Willie sits down with Billy Joel in his Sag Harbor home as he wraps up his decade-long residency at New York's Madison Square Garden. He talks about a half-century of writing and playing some of the most famous songs in the history of music. (Original broadcast date August 18, 2024.)

    1 December 2024, 1:30 pm
  • 54 minutes 22 seconds
    Kacey Musgraves on Latest Album, "Deeper Well" (March 2024)

    Willie sat down with 7-time Grammy winner, Kacey Musgraves, ahead of the release of her latest album, "Deeper Well". They got together at Electric Lady Studios to talk about the inspiration behind the album, her process writing those beautiful songs, and finding success while bucking convention in Nashville. (Original broadcast date March 10, 2024.)

    24 November 2024, 1:30 pm
  • 33 minutes 24 seconds
    Hugh Grant on His Chilling New Film, "Heretic"

    Hugh Grant talks to Willie Geist about his new film, “Heretic” and about reprising the role of Daniel Cleaver in the upcoming fourth “Bridget Jones” film. They also discuss Grant's relationship with fame and how he’s creating better boundaries and protections in the industry.

    17 November 2024, 1:30 pm
  • 35 minutes 48 seconds
    Cynthia Erivo on "Elphaba" Role in New "Wicked" Movie

    Willie Geist talks to Cynthia Erivo about the release of the highly anticipated Hollywood adaptation of the Broadway classic, "Wicked". Erivo shares her experience playing "Elphaba" opposite Ariana Grande's "Glinda", and she gets her first look at the "Wicked" Billboards in Times Square. 

    10 November 2024, 1:30 pm
  • 56 minutes 21 seconds
    Larry David on Bittersweet End of "Curb Your Enthusiasm" (April 2024)

    Willie Geist sat down with Larry David to reflect on his surprising life in comedy, and the bittersweet end of his iconic series, "Curb Your Enthusiasm". He even decided to cast Willie himself in an episode of the final season, and Willie shares his inside look. (Original broadcast date April 7, 2024.)

    3 November 2024, 1:30 pm
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