Ep 75. Peter Krause, Ellen K

Peter Krause and Ellen K. joined the ladies of The Talk for season 9 episode 75. Krause, known for his roles on "Six Feet Under" and "Parenthood," sat down with the hosts to discuss his latest project, the FOX drama "9-1-1." The show follows the lives of first responders as they deal with high-pressure situations in Los Angeles.

Krause explained that one of the reasons he was drawn to the show was because it explores "the struggles that first responders go through in their personal lives and how they impact their professional lives." He also revealed that the show's intense subject matter can be difficult to film, but the cast and crew are "like a family" and support each other through the tough scenes.

The conversation then turned to Krause's real-life partner, actress Lauren Graham. When asked if they would ever work together again after their successful run on "Parenthood," Krause joked, "That's up to Lauren." He then revealed that they are both open to the idea, but it would have to be the right project.

Ellen K., a longtime radio host and former co-host of "The Insider," also joined the show to talk about her new book, "You're Stronger Than You Think." The book details Ellen's own experiences with breast cancer and offers advice and inspiration to others dealing with the disease.

During her interview, Ellen discussed the importance of having a positive attitude and a strong support system when facing health challenges. She also revealed that her cancer diagnosis prompted her to make some changes in her life, including adopting a plant-based diet and prioritizing self-care.

In addition to their individual segments, both Krause and Ellen participated in the show's daily discussion topics. The ladies discussed a recent survey that found the majority of people would rather receive experiences than gifts for the holidays. The panelists shared their own experiences with experiential gifts, such as vacations and cooking classes.

The group also discussed a viral video of a little boy who believed he had destroyed his parent's Elf on the Shelf. The hosts shared their own stories of the popular holiday tradition and debated whether or not it puts too much pressure on parents to come up with creative scenarios each night.

Overall, season 9 episode 75 of The Talk offered a mix of lighthearted conversation and inspiring stories from Krause and Ellen K. The episode showcased the show's ability to seamlessly blend entertainment and meaningful topics.