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TODAY Show: My August Movie and TV Preview

This morning on the TODAY Show, I previewed some movies and TV shows that some of you might be interested in watching this August. Think of it as an August Preview. My wife liked many of what’s on this list, especially ‘Fun Mom Dinner’. I once again enjoy the new format they’re using when doing these monthly or weekend segments – sofa seats and a 200-inch TV screen! Feels like you’re hanging with friends in the living room watching movies. Read More

TODAY Show: ‘Wonder Woman,’ Katy Perry, ‘Queen Sugar’ S2

As a frequent guest on the Today Show since 2012, these segments are my absolute favorites because of how informative they are. It takes me a full day of focus to research all the items, which are usually about 10 to digest, and put them into succinct words ready for television. I was very happy to be able to review ‘Wonder Woman‘ – the year’s most talked-about film – and share my thoughts on other must-watch movies, music albums, and TV shows for June.

Watch below and see what might pique your interest!

TODAY Show: My 6 Top Spring Must-See TV Shows

I had a chance to be invited on NBC’s TODAY Show with Kathie Lee Gifford and Craig Ferguson (Hoda is out on maternity leave) to recommend my 6 top spring must-see TV shows. Read More

TODAY Show: SAG Awards, Armie Hammer, Weekend Box-Office

This morning on the TODAY Show with Kathie Lee & Hoda, I discussed Armie Hammer and Elizabeth Chambers announcing their son’s name, “Split” by M. Night Shyamalan leading the box office for another week, and Dolly Parton’s appearance at the SAG Awards. Read More

TODAY Show: What To See, Read For Thanksgiving Weekend

Thanksgiving is almost here and I had the pleasure of appearing on the TODAY Show to share my curated list of must-watch movies, television shows, and must-read books for the holiday break. Among my recommendations are the political thriller “Miss Sloane,” the “Gilmore Girls” revival, and Stephen King’s “The Dark Tower.”

Over the last three years, I’ve been part of quite a few segments on the TODAY show, but this recent one was a whole different ball game. It was, without a doubt, the most challenging yet absolutely the most visually dynamic segment I’ve been involved in. The idea was to dive into three cultural topics, all in under five minutes, spread out over three stages with three hosts. Sounds like a bit of an obstacle course, right?

I had heard that they’ve tried something similar in the past, but with a twist—there were three different contributors, one for each topic. Imagine my surprise (and honor) when the TODAY producers decided to hand the reins over to just me for all three segments. It’s a huge nod of trust, and honestly, I couldn’t be more grateful for it.

And as it turns out, this was the first time they were experimenting with this new format. So everything you saw? It was a first for the show. Kind of exciting to be a part of something new on the show.

Here are the topics we discussed in this segment:

• Miss Sloane Intrigues at the Box Office: “Miss Sloane,” a political thriller where strategy and scandal meet in a gripping narrative. It’s all political maneuvering.
• Gilmore Girls Returns on Netflix: The “Gilmore Girls” revival is coming. Nostalgia meets new beginnings in this beloved series’ return, promising laughter, and tears.
• Books to Big Screen: Anticipate the adaptation of Stephen King’s magnum opus, “The Dark Tower.” A blend of fantasy, horror, and Western genres, promising a cinematic spectacle.

What are your thoughts on these highlights? Stay tuned for more updates and don’t forget to catch our next segment on the TODAY Show. Follow me on Threads for the latest previews and recommendations in entertainment.

TODAY Show: Justin Bieber Booed, Donald Glover’s New Star Wars Role

I had a chance to join Kathie Lee Gifford & Hoda Kotb on the TODAY show this morning to discuss Justin Bieber being booted in a concert meltdown… again, Donald Glover’s headline news of being cast in the new ‘Untitled Han Solo’ project, and talk about how Tyler Perry beat Tom Cruise at the box-office. Read More