talk show
Americannoun
noun
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a television or radio show in which guests discuss controversial topics or personal issues
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US name for chat show
Other Word Forms
Noun Inflected Forms
Etymology
Origin of talk show
First recorded in 1960–65
Example Sentences
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Maher said that answer would get Vance an attaboy when he returned to DC, even if it didn’t go over on the talk show set.
From Salon • Jun. 28, 2026
In April he joined the comedy lineup on SiriusXM with his own channel, featuring a weekly talk show, “The Sebastian Maniscalco Show,” and curated clips from other stand-up acts.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 22, 2026
"If you look at the lyrics, you might think it's a conflict, but people are just different, you know?" she told the Korean talk show Lee Mu-jin Service.
From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026
Unlike Kelly Clarkson and Sherri Shepherd, Hudson will be back for another season as the talk show landscape evolves with podcasts becoming the go-to medium for celebrities.
From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026
You know when all the cohosts on a talk show speak at the same time and you don't understand what anyone is actually saying?
From "Americanized" by Sara Saedi
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