Live with Kelly & Michael Season 26 Episode 41 Ethan Hawke; Bill O'Reilly
- October 29, 2007
In season 26 episode 41 of Live with Kelly & Michael, the hosts Kelly Ripa and Michael Strahan welcome two guests from opposite ends of the political spectrum: actor Ethan Hawke and political commentator Bill O'Reilly.
Ethan Hawke is a well-known actor who has appeared in numerous films throughout his career, including the Before Sunrise trilogy, Training Day, and Boyhood. He joins the show to discuss his latest project, a new film called The Good Lord Bird. The film is based on the novel of the same name by James McBride and tells the story of John Brown, a 19th-century abolitionist who led a raid on a federal armory to try to start a slave uprising. Hawke plays the role of Brown in the film and discusses what it was like to take on such a morally complex character.
Next up is Bill O'Reilly, a conservative political commentator who is best known for his former Fox News program The O'Reilly Factor. He joins the show to discuss his latest book, Killing Crazy Horse: The Merciless Indian Wars in America. The book, which is part of O'Reilly's popular Killing series, examines the history of conflicts between white settlers and Native Americans in the United States. O'Reilly discusses the research that went into the book and why he believes it is an important topic for people to understand.
Throughout the episode, Kelly and Michael engage with both guests on a variety of topics, including the current political climate in the United States, the role of art in society, and the state of the entertainment industry in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. As always, the hosts bring their trademark blend of humor and insight to the conversation, keeping the audience engaged and entertained throughout the hour.
In addition to the interviews, the episode also features some fun segments and segments. For example, the hosts play a game called "What's in the Box?" where they are blindfolded and have to guess what mystery items are placed in front of them. Another segment sees Michael dressed up in a cowboy outfit as part of a Halloween-themed skit.
Overall, season 26 episode 41 of Live with Kelly & Michael offers a thoughtful and engaging conversation with two very different guests. Whether you're interested in entertainment, politics, or history, there is something for everyone in this episode.