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Sunday Sitdown with Willie Geist

Willie Geist, Sunday TODAY
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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 ver... more

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Jamie Lee Curtis is an Academy Award and Emmy winning actress, author, and producer best known for Everything Everywhere All at Once, the Halloween franchise and her acclaimed guest role in The Bear. Curtis sits down with Willie Geist to discuss her ... more

As a bonus for Sunday Sitdown fans, we’re sharing the trailer for Something About Cari, an all-new original podcast series from Dateline and Keith Morrison. 

In this podcast Keith Morrison takes us to America’s heartland, where single mom Cari Farve... more

Academy Award nominee Paul Mescal joins Willie Geist to discuss playing young William Shakespearein his 2025 film Hamnet as well as his role in Gladiator II alongsideDenzel Washington and director Ridley Scott. Plus, the Normal People and Aftersun st... more

Jim Gaffigan is a stand-up comedian, bestselling author, writer and acclaimed actor whose 11 specials and countless viral bits have made him one of the most beloved voices in comedy. Jim sits down with Willie Geist in front of a live audience to look... more

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Recent Guests

Nancy Renney
Mother of Cari Renney, who speaks about her daughter's troubling behavior and disappearance.
Episode: Dateline Presents: Something About Cari
Jim Gaffigan
Popular stand-up comedian and actor, known for his family-centric humor and comedic specials
Episode: Jim Gaffigan on the Craft of Comedy and His Bourbon Born Out of Chaos
Leanne Morgan
Comedian known for her Netflix specials and the sitcom 'Leanne'.
Netflix
Episode: Leanne Morgan on Her Viral Rise, Netflix Sitcom, and Stand Up Success
Idina Menzel
Tony-winning actress and singer, known for her roles in Wicked and Frozen.
Disney
Episode: WICKED STARS: Idina Menzel on Her Journey from ‘Wicked’ to ‘Frozen’ and Beyond
Cillian Murphy
Academy Award winner known for his role in the film Oppenheimer and lead in the Netflix film Steve.
Netflix
Episode: Cillian Murphy on ‘Steve,’ Life After ‘Oppenheimer,’ and the ‘Peaky Blinders’ Movie
Bryan Cranston
Emmy and Tony winner, famous for his role as Walter White in Breaking Bad, and now starring in the Showtime series Your Honor.
Showtime
Episode: EMMY NOMINEE: Bryan Cranston on “Breaking Bad” and the Complex Characters He’s Drawn To (December 2020)
Bad Bunny
A global music superstar and actor from Puerto Rico
Episode: Bad Bunny on his sold-out residency in Puerto Rico and acting in "Caught Stealing"
Maya Rudolph
Charming, hilarious actress and comedian, former SNL star, and current star of Amazon's Forever.
Amazon
Episode: Maya Rudolph
Reese Witherspoon
Actress and producer, known for her roles in numerous comedy films
Apple TV+
Episode: Will Ferrell Talks Decades of Comedic Roles and His Favorite SNL Sketches (February 2025)

Host

Willie Geist
Host of Sunday TODAY, Willie Geist provides sharp, conversational coverage on current events while interviewing a broad range of noteworthy figures in entertainment, politics, and culture. Known for his engaging technique and thorough preparation, Geist facilitates deep and meaningful dialogues.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 4.3k ratings
  • The best interviews!

    Willie has such a smooth way of interviewing! He obviously does his research and allows the listener to eavesdrop on, what feels like, a conversation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chrislynnbrowne
    United States2 months ago
  • For frrrrreeeee

    Why wouldn’t this show be for free? So dumb, shut up

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Syntheticg
    United States2 months ago
  • I’m stopping my subscription to Willie’s Sitdown pod due to relentless cross selling

    I’ve always enjoyed easy access to Willie’s weekly sitdown interviews. But somebody has decided to routinely clog my feed with cross sells of Dateline pods and other NBC fluff. I’m out

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    spurlicous
    United States3 months ago
  • Calm, Cool and Creative

    Slyvester Stallone

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sun moonn
    United States3 months ago
  • What kind of grown man goes by “Willie”

    I agree with every review here about the dateline ads. Nobody wants to hear your obnoxious “for free” ever again. Find a cliff

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Winterpuddles
    United States7 months ago

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Many enjoy the blend of humor and insight, with comments about the relaxed atmosphere that allows for personal storytelling.
Overall, listeners seem to value the blend of pop culture discussions with more serious undertones, reflecting a well-rounded approach to contemporary issues.
Several reviews highlight the high quality of guest selections, praising their notable achievements and relatability.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth conversations and the engaging style of the host, citing a genuine connection with the guests.
Some listeners have expressed frustration over frequent advertisements within episodes, noting it detracts from the experience.

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Talking Points

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Jim Gaffigan on the Craft of Comedy and His Bourbon Born Out of Chaos
Q: When did you find this voice, this comedic voice that you have?
It took many experiments to find my authentic self, with a focus on self-deprecation and relatability to the audience.
Jim Gaffigan on the Craft of Comedy and His Bourbon Born Out of Chaos
Q: Have you ever thought of being something else other than a comedian? What would it be if you were not a comedian?
Probably a model, but I also find politics and farming interesting.
Paul Mescal on Playing Shakespeare, Working with Legends and Crafting Complex Characters
Q: What did that feel like to you to suddenly be, you know, you've done stage and some television?
He reflects on the intense period when "Normal People" was released, noting it was a sharp adjustment to fame but meaningful as he made good friends during that time.
Paul Mescal on Playing Shakespeare, Working with Legends and Crafting Complex Characters
Q: How has it been to step into McCartney's shoes?
Mescal describes stepping into McCartney's shoes as a real privilege and feels that there is transparency with the scripts and honesty in the stories they aim to tell.
Paul Mescal on Playing Shakespeare, Working with Legends and Crafting Complex Characters
Q: What did you learn from that experience being nose to nose with Denzel Washington and Ridley Scott?
Mescal learned that working with such giants in cinema was a collaborative effort, and he appreciated how Ridley and Denzel care deeply about the work being done.

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Recent guests on Sunday Sitdown include:

1. Nancy Renney
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