The Talk Season 8 Episode 33 David Oyelowo
- February 17, 2017
On this episode of The Talk season 8, the hosts welcome actor David Oyelowo. The British actor has made a name for himself in Hollywood with standout roles in movies such as "Selma" and "The Butler." He's also a producer, having helped bring the movie "A United Kingdom" to life.
The hosts start off the show by talking about an upcoming event: The Daytime Emmys. Three members of The Talk's hosting team have been nominated for their work on the show. Sheryl Underwood, Sara Gilbert, and Sharon Osbourne are all up for awards.
The hosts then welcome David Oyelowo to the show. The actor is here to promote his new movie, "Gringo," which is a dark comedy about a mild-mannered businessman who finds himself in over his head when he travels to Mexico to close a deal. Oyelowo plays a Nigerian businessman who is also involved in the deal.
Oyelowo shares that working on "Gringo" was a lot of fun, because it was a departure from the serious roles he usually takes on. He also talks about his experience producing "A United Kingdom," which is based on the true story of the king of Botswana who married a white woman from England in the 1940s.
The conversation then turns to the topic of success. Oyelowo shares that, for him, success is not about money or fame, but about using his platform to tell important stories and make a positive impact in the world. He also talks about his upbringing in England and how his parents instilled in him a strong work ethic and a sense of responsibility.
The hosts then play a game with Oyelowo, called "Gringo or No Gringo." They show him pictures of different people and Oyelowo has to guess whether they are gringos (Americans) or not. The game brings a lot of laughs to the show and Oyelowo proves to be a good sport.
Next up, the hosts discuss the recent controversy involving the NFL and the national anthem protests. They share their thoughts on the matter and ask Oyelowo for his opinion. The actor says that he supports the protests and the players who are trying to bring attention to racial inequality and police brutality.
The hosts also talk about International Women's Day, which just passed. They discuss the importance of celebrating women and the progress that has been made towards gender equality, but also acknowledge that there is still a lot of work to be done.
Finally, the hosts play a game called "Don't Tie Me Up, Bro," where they have to untangle themselves from a rope without using their hands. Oyelowo participates in the game and proves to be quite skilled at untying knots.
Overall, this episode of The Talk is a fun and engaging conversation with a talented actor who is using his platform for good. The hosts ask thoughtful questions and bring up important topics, while also finding time for some light-hearted games and laughs. Fans of David Oyelowo and The Talk won't want to miss this episode.