talk show

noun

1. a radio or television show in which a host interviews or chats with guests, especially celebrity guests.

talk show

noun

1. a television or radio show in which guests discuss controversial topics or personal issues

2. US name for chat show

Word History and Origins

Origin of talk show¹

First recorded in 1960–65

Example Sentences

Sinclair decided to reinstate the late-night talk show after "thoughtful feedback from viewers, advertisers, and community leaders".

From BBC

More than 50 international comedians are slated to perform a mix of stand-up, improv and live talk shows.

From Los Angeles Times

“He plays himself, shedding even the persona he adopted for TV talk shows,” Jaglom told The Times of Welles’ acting style in the film.

From Los Angeles Times

But one man’s technical glitch is another man’s conspiracy theory, as Watters showed Tuesday on Fox News’ talk show “The Five.”

From Los Angeles Times

By the 2010s, more viewers were watching clips of late night talk shows on their phones and computers than on television.

From Salon