chat show

American

noun

British.

a television talk show.

chat show British

noun

US name: talk show. a television or radio show in which guests, esp celebrities, are interviewed informally

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chat shows

plural

Etymology

Origin of chat show

First recorded in 1970–75

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There had been speculation about his future on Ireland's longest-running chat show, but the Irish broadcaster confirmed he will continue as the host until 2028.

From BBC ● Jul. 7, 2026

Appearing on Norton's BBC chat show last year, Swift responded when asked by the host when the wedding would be: "Oh, you'll know. I was going to invite you to it."

From BBC ● Jul. 2, 2026

In October 2024, Sir Michael Parkinson's son defended the use of AI to recreate the voice of the late chat show host for a new interview podcast series.

From BBC ● Jul. 1, 2026

Hilton acknowledges that Goldblum and Saunders are "always good value" on the chat show circuit, but cautions that the line-up felt "a bit underwhelming for a series launch".

From BBC ● Mar. 14, 2026

During last year's chat show appearance, Swift complimented Gleeson's performance in the sitcom The Paper, saying she "loved" the programme.

From BBC ● Feb. 6, 2026

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