talk show
noun
: a radio or television program in which usually well-known persons engage in discussions or are interviewed
Examples of talk show in a Sentence
She asked the actor to appear on her talk show.
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Since the series' massive success, both stars have been making the rounds on a lengthy press tour, late night talk show appearances, a presentation at the Golden Globes and even carrying the Olympic torch for the upcoming Milan games.
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Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 1 Feb. 2026
Essentially, just talk shows and soap operas.
—Andy Hoglund, Entertainment Weekly, 1 Feb. 2026
Talbott moderated numerous political debates and became well-known for appearing as a guest and commentator on radio and TV political talk shows.
—Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 30 Jan. 2026
Like Chernin, Capton – who is also a producer of primetime talk shows in France — highlighted the need for global alliances at a time of massive consolidation.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 30 Jan. 2026
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Kelly Lawler, USA Today, 1 Feb. 2026
Essentially, just talk shows and soap operas.
—Andy Hoglund, Entertainment Weekly, 1 Feb. 2026
Talbott moderated numerous political debates and became well-known for appearing as a guest and commentator on radio and TV political talk shows.
—Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 30 Jan. 2026
Like Chernin, Capton – who is also a producer of primetime talk shows in France — highlighted the need for global alliances at a time of massive consolidation.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 30 Jan. 2026
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“Talk show.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/talk%20show. Accessed 4 Feb. 2026.
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