Making Space with Hoda Kotb

Carissa Moore is a World Champion surfer and Olympic gold medalist, widely considered to be one of the greatest surfers of all time. Moore burst into the world of professional surfing when she was 17, and has achieved legendary status as a dominant force in the sport. Earlier this year, Moore announced that she will step away from competitive surfing after she defends her title at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Moore sat down with Hoda Kotb to discuss her love affair with surfing, her Olympic journey and what lies ahead as she embraces her next chapter.

In honor of the fifth anniversary of TODAY with Hoda & Jenna¸Hoda is revisiting her conversation with co-host and friend Jenna Bush Hager. It’s an intimate episode touching on love, loss, work ethic and what turning 40 meant for Jenna.

Drew Brees spent 20 years as an NFL quarterback, playing on the New Orleans Saints for 15 seasons. In 2010, Brees led the Saints to their first ever Super Bowl championship, helping to bring back the spirit of the city after the devastation of Hurricane Katrina. For Brees and wife Brittany, playing for the Saints was about more than football, it was a calling to be part of something greater. Brees sat down with Hoda Kotb to discuss his prolific career, life after football and their mutual love for New Orleans.

Chip Conley is a bestselling author and co-founder of the Modern Elder Academy, the world’s first “midlife wisdom school”. After an impressive career in the hospitality industry, Conley is now leading a worldwide revolution to re-frame midlife and change the narrative around aging. Conley joins Hoda Kotb for an inspiring conversation, sharing tips to navigate midlife with a renewed sense of purpose and possibility.

Arthur Brooks is a bestselling author, acclaimed public speaker and professor at the Harvard School of Business, where he teaches courses on leadership and happiness. Brooks joined Hoda Kotb for a conversation on the art and science of getting happier, and how to build the life you want.

Academy Award-winning actress Viola Davis sat down with Hoda Kotb in spring of 2022 for an intimate conversation on overcoming trauma and shaping your own future.

Keith Morrison is an award-winning correspondent for Dateline NBC, beloved journalist and host of several #1 podcasts. He’s made a speciality of true crime mysteries and has gained status as a pop culture icon. Morrison joins Hoda Kotb to discuss his prolific career, his upcoming Dateline original podcast “Murder in the Hollywood Hills” and the loss of his stepson, actor Matthew Perry.

Bestselling author Brianna Wiest has touched millions of readers with her books and quotes featuring messages of empowerment, self-reflection and hope. Wiest joins Hoda Kotb to discuss her own journey inward, the impact she hopes her words have and her latest book “The Pivot Year: 365 Days to Become the Person You Truly Want to Be”.

Ziggy Marley is a musician, producer, author, Grammy winner, activist, humanitarian and son of beloved musician Bob Marley. He joins Hoda Kotb to discuss his father’s legacy, the side of his dad many didn’t know and his role as a producer on the recent film “Bob Marley: One Love”.

Savannah Guthrie joins Hoda Kotb for season 5 of Making Space to discuss her latest book, “Mostly What God Does: Reflections on Seeking and Finding His Love Everywhere”. Guthrie opens up about the role of faith in her life, the power of divine love and the inspiration behind this collection of essays.

Making Space with Hoda Kotb is back for Season 5! Join TODAY’s Hoda Kotb as she continues on a personal journey of self-discovery and learning. This season, she sits down with guests like former NFL quarterback Drew Brees, reggae musician Ziggy Marley, self-help author Brianna Wiest and her very own TODAY co-anchor Savannah Guthrie. Catch the premiere episode of Season 5 with guest Savannah Guthrie, Wednesday, February 21st. Follow now

Rabbi Steve Leder, bestselling author and Senior Rabbi of Wilshire Boulevard Temple in Los Angeles, has learned and witnessed the many ways death teaches us how to live, and love, more deeply by showing us not only what is gone, but also the beauty of what remains. Rabbi Leder joins Hoda Kotb for an inspiring conversation about life, loss and the profound way in which the two intertwine.

In this invigorating, inspiring and very frank conversation from January 2023, Mel Robbins joins Hoda Kotb to talk about her famous 5-second rule, the truth about motivation and how to make big life changes.

Lynne Twist is a global visionary committed to alleviating poverty, ending world hunger, empowering the status of women and girls, supporting social justice and environmental sustainability. Lynne joins Hoda Kotb to discuss her impactful career, finding your calling and what it means to live a committed life.

Ally Love is the epitome of a multi-hyphenate. She’s a Peloton instructor, model, dancer, TODAY Show contributor, arena host of the Brooklyn Nets, CEO and founder of her female empowerment company, ‘Love Squad’... and so much more. Ally helps others approach their mental and physical well-being in a positive light, providing motivation and good energy every step of the way. Ally sat down with Hoda Kotb, opening up about her mission to empower, the routines that keep her on track and where she finds inspiration.

Nicole Avant is a philanthropist, diplomat, filmmaker, actress and author. Her father, Clarence Avant, was a music legend and entertainment mogul, and her mother, Jacqueline Avant, was a legendary philanthropist. Nicole grew up around some of the most extraordinary artists of our time, and drew from her upbringing to create a noteworthy career of her own. But everything changed for Nicole in 2021, when her mother was fatally shot during a failed home invasion. Nicole joins Hoda Kotb to share her journey, reflecting on managing her grief, finding forgiveness and moving ahead when the people who defined you and guided you are no longer physically here.

In this raw and revealing conversation from August 2021, Suleika Jaouad, New York Times bestselling author of “Between Two Kingdoms: A Memoir of a Life Interrupted” and her partner, music legend, Jon Batiste join Hoda Kotb to talk about Suleika’s cancer journey, and their life together, both the highs and the lows.

Melissa Etheridge is one of rock music’s great icons. For more than three decades, Melissa has remained one of America’s favorite singer-songwriters, with two Grammys and fifteen nominations, an Academy Award, five platinum albums, and more accolades marking her prolific career. Melissa sat down with Hoda Kotb to share the lessons she’s learned, how she continues to evolve, on and off stage, and how the music has gotten her through it all.

Sportscaster Erin Andrews is in the busiest and best season of her life. She joins Hoda Kotb to talk about her career, her health journey and becoming a new mom.

Maria Menounos joins Hoda Kotb to discuss her health journey, her battle with pancreatic cancer, her road to motherhood and how she’s using what she’s learned to help others heal.

Rainn Wilson joins Hoda Kotb for season 4 of Making Space to discuss his spirituality, finding balance and living in a humble awe of the universe.

Making Space with Hoda Kotb is back for Season 4! Join TODAY show’s Hoda Kotb as she continues on a personal journey of self-discovery and learning. This season, she sits down with guests like actor & author Rainn Wilson, entertainment journalist & podcast host Maria Menounos, music legend Melissa Etheridge, sportscaster Erin Andrews and more. The first two episodes of Season 4 premiere Wednesday, November 15. Follow now

In this bonus episode of Making Space, Eva Longoria opens up to Hoda about her heritage, why philanthropy holds such a special place in her heart and landing the role that would change everything for her. The two connect on the significance of motherhood, inspiring the next generation, and diligently working towards this moment.

After settling into married life five years ago, releasing a memoir during the pandemic, then welcoming daughter Malti, Priyanka Chopra Jonas is ready to get back to the role she knows best — kicking butt on the small screen. She’s entering this “new season” of her life as a working wife and mom, starring as a spy in Prime Video’s new thriller action drama Citadel and in the romantic comedy Love Again, co-starring Celine Dion (with a fun cameo from her husband Nick Jonas). In this episode, Hoda Kotb interviewed Priyanka virtually — Hoda from 30 Rock, Priyanka from Mumbai — for Hoda’s first-ever TODAY.com cover story interview. As you’ll hear - Priyanka is honest, deeply reflective, and beautifully open to this next phase of life. She opens up about Malti’s 100-day stay in the NICU, sharing how Nick Jonas was her strength when she needed it and how she had to be her daughter’s strength when she needed it most. This is a conversation between Hoda Kotb and Priyanka Chopra Jonas for TODAY’s spring cover story. For more go to http://www.today.com/specials/priyanka-chopra-jonas-today-cover-story/index.html.

Inspired by MAKING SPACE the podcast, TODAY with Hoda & Jenna dedicated an entire hour to wellness. In this special episode MAKING SPACE FOR YOU, experts help you make the most of life by focusing on mind, body, and soul. Best-selling author Nedra Glover Tawwab offers tips on living a drama-free life, Dr. Christian Gonzalez touches on healing through nutrition and Mangit Devgun shares practices for restoring the mind and body. Plus, Hoda reflects on what she’s learned from Making Space guests over the last three seasons and Jenna shares her personal journey with wellness.

Rosie Perez shares with host Hoda Kotb how she has dealt with the effects of her painful childhood and how she focuses on her strength and resilience.

Almost 30 years ago, when she was a local journalist at WWL in New Orleans, Hoda Kotb met another TV reporter by the name of Karen Swensen. The connection was instantaneous, and they’ve been best friends ever since. Together, they’ve navigated some of life’s most challenging moments, like illness and loss, and they’ve also celebrated each other’s joyful moments. As their lives have evolved, so too has their friendship. In this very special episode, Hoda and Karen reflect back on life, love, motherhood, and friendship. Life’s about change — and, together, they’re embracing it.

Maria Shriver shares with host Hoda Kotb what she has learned through her life experiences and how she has navigated challenges on her journey.

Shania Twain talks with host Hoda Kotb about her new music, “Queen of Me,” and the challenges she faced with losing her parents and battling disease.

Steve Harvey talks with host Hoda Kotb about his journey and the challenges he faced while on the path to becoming one of the most influential entertainers of our time.

CeCe Winans reflects on her musical accolades, how her faith shapes her life, and her friendship with the late Whitney Houston.

Wynonna Judd joins Hoda for a powerful and raw conversation just months after the passing of her beloved mom, Naomi Judd.

Mel Robbins joins Hoda to talk about her famous 5-second rule, the truth about motivation, and how to make big life changes in the new year.

Rita Moreno, stage and screen icon for over seven decades, joins Hoda Kotb on Making Space to talk about Hollywood, Marlon Brando and self-acceptance.

In what Hoda calls one of her favorite interviews ever, she sits down with real life pals George Clooney and Julia Roberts. The two appear together on screen for the sixth time in the new romantic comedy “Ticket to Paradise,” (produced by Universal Pictures, owned by NBC’s parent company NBCUniversal). They touch on parenting twins, their 20-year friendship and the one thing they don’t see eye to eye on. Find out why Hoda calls their friendship pure magic.

Screenplay writer and author Delia Ephron connects with Hoda on finding joy after 50 and getting a second chance at life and love on this episode of Making Space.

Academy Award-winning actress Viola Davis joins Hoda Kotb for a conversation on overcoming trauma and shaping your future on this episode of Making Space.

Bevy Smith had it all and then quit her job at 38. The Bravo star, author and fellow podcaster speaks with Hoda Kotb on being a “late bloomer” on this episode of Making Space.

Kim Kardashian talks about relationships, lessons learned from her family and how she finds "inner calmness" with Hoda Kotb on this episode of Making Space.

Hoda Kotb talks to country singer Thomas Rhett on being a husband and father, his decision to adopt and his parents' divorce in this episode of Making Space.

Hoda Kotb talks with comedian Amy Schumer as she prepares to host the Academy Awards. Amy opens up about motherhood, plastic surgery and making her mom proud.

Hoda Kotb speaks with singer and pastor Wintley Phipps on who inspires him and how to seek your own highest purpose on this episode of Making Space.

Hoda Kotb sits down with former NFL linebacker Emmanuel Acho to speak on perseverance, rejection, and handling criticism on this episode of Making Space.

Matt Hutchins opens up about loss, legacy, moving forward, and how he’s making space to heal after the death of his wife, cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.

Jenna Bush Hager joins co-host and friend Hoda Kotb for an intimate conversation touching on love, loss, work ethic and what it means for Jenna to turn 40.

Nine-time Grammy Award-winner Sheryl Crow has an intimate conversation with Hoda Kotb on surviving breast cancer, motherhood, the music industry and more.

Life Coach Iyanla Vanzant opens up with Hoda Kotb about moving on after stepping away from her hit show “Iyanla: Fix My Life” on OWN after ten seasons.

Sportswriter Mitch Albom and Hoda Kotb discuss love, loss and how Mitch still uses lessons from his former professor Morrie Schwartz nearly 25 years later.

Oprah Winfrey and Maria Shriver open up about their forty-two-year friendship and what it has meant to them in an insightful conversation with Hoda Kotb.

Anne Lamott speaks with Hoda Kotb on her life 35 years past her addiction as a best-selling author, a mother, a grandmother and, becoming a wife for the first time in her 60s.

Pastor Michael Todd of the Transformation Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma joins Hoda Kotb for an honest conversation on relationships, overcoming struggles and more.

Suleika Jaouad and her partner Jon Batiste talk to Hoda Kotb about cancer-free life seven years after Jaouad was given a deadly cancer diagnosis at 22 years old.