The Oprah Winfrey Show Season 22 Episode 1 Season Premiere: Oprah and Letterman Together Again in NYC!
- September 10, 2007
- 41 min
Season 22 of The Oprah Winfrey Show kicks off with a highly anticipated episode featuring two icons of television: Oprah Winfrey and David Letterman. The episode, titled "Season Premiere: Oprah and Letterman Together Again in NYC!", marks the first time the two have sat down for an interview in 11 years. The interview takes place in front of a live audience at the Ed Sullivan Theater in New York City, where Letterman hosted his own talk show for over 30 years.
Oprah and Letterman's conversation covers a wide range of topics, from their own personal lives to the state of the world today. They discuss their experiences growing up, their careers in television, and their relationships with their families. They also delve into more serious topics, such as the #MeToo movement and the current political climate in America.
Throughout the interview, Oprah and Letterman exhibit a comfort and familiarity with one another that can only come from two people who have been in the public eye for decades. They joke and rib each other, but also share moments of genuine emotion and reflection. At one point, Oprah reveals a personal story that she has never before shared publicly.
The audience is also treated to a special surprise during the episode, when comedian and talk show host Stephen Colbert joins Oprah and Letterman on stage for a roundtable discussion. The three discuss the role of comedy in difficult times, and Colbert shares his own experiences adapting his show to reflect the tumultuous state of the world.
Overall, the season premiere of The Oprah Winfrey Show's 22nd season is a must-see for fans of both Oprah and Letterman, as well as anyone interested in hearing two of the most influential voices in television share their thoughts and insights on the world today. The live audience in the Ed Sullivan Theater adds an extra level of excitement and energy to the interview, making this episode one of the most memorable and impactful in the show's long history.
