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Glass Half Full with Craig Melvin

TODAY
Parenting
Motherhood
Shaquille O'neal
Basketball
Bourbon
Regina Hall
Skiing
Dawn Staley
Media
Society & Culture
Shonda Rhimes
Syracuse University
Jim Gaffigan
Stand‑up Comedy
Dylan Dreyer
Erin Andrews
Injury
Comeback
Temple University
University Of South Carolina

On Glass Half Full, TODAY’s Craig Melvin sets out to answer one burning question: What shapes people? Each week, Craig sits down with a celebrity, athlete, comedian or just plain fascinating person for intimate conversations that feel like catching up with an old friend. With warmth, humor, and curiosity, he explores how setbacks become breakthroughs — and how you never really know when that momen... more

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NBA Champion and All-Star Anthony Davis joins Craig Melvin on Glass Half Full for an unfiltered look at his journey from Chicago to the top of the basketball world. Davis shares the story of his 7-inch growth spurt in high school and the moment his f... more

NYU Professor, bestselling author, and one of the most influential voices on modern masculinity, Scott Galloway joins Craig Melvin on Glass Half Full to discuss the moments that defined his life and career. Scott opens up about the night his mother b... more

4-time Olympic gold medalist and 3-time National Championship winning coach Dawn Staley joins Craig Melvin on Glass Half Full to talk about the moments that defined her life and career. Dawn explores the shifting landscape of basketball, unpacking th... more

In this special edition of Glass Half Full, Craig Melvin shares his full TODAY interview with Lindsey Vonn for an inside look at her recovery and what comes next. From the Olympic crash that shocked the world to her grueling road back and unfinished ... more

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Scott Galloway
Professor, author, entrepreneur, podcaster
New York University; author of Notes on Being a Man
Episode: Scott Galloway: Why 63% of Men Under 30 Are Single| Glass Half Full
Dawn Staley
Olympic gold medalist, coach, and program builder
University of South Carolina
Episode: Dawn Staley: NIL, The Knicks, and Her Path to South Carolina | Glass Half Full
Lindsey Vonn
Olympic champion skier and public figure
Former professional skier, health advocate
Episode: Lindsey Vonn on Nearly Losing Her Leg, Olympic Crash & Possible Skiing Comeback
Erin Andrews
Sports broadcaster and TV personality who joined the host for a parent-focused interview
Episode: TODAY Presents: The Parent Chat with Dylan Dreyer – Erin Andrews
Dylan Dreyer
Co-host of The Third Hour of TODAY; host of The Parent Chat
TODAY / NBC
Episode: Introducing: The Parent Chat with Dylan Dreyer
Jim Gaffigan
Comedian and actor
Self / Bourbon Set project
Episode: Jim Gaffigan on His Bourbon Stand‑Up Comedy Special, Parenting Teenagers
Carmelo Anthony
Professional basketball player and media/entrepreneur
Former NBA player; Syracuse alumnus
Episode: Carmelo Anthony on Life After the NBA, His Son’s Future, and College Basketball
Shonda Rhimes
Television writer, producer and creator known for Grey's Anatomy, Scandal, Bridgerton
Shondaland
Episode: Shonda Rhimes on the Side of Success People Don’t See
Malcolm Gladwell
Author and journalist
Episode: Introducing: Glass Half Full with Craig Melvin

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Craig Melvin
Host of the show, guiding intimate conversations with celebrities and public figures about adversity, resilience, and turning setbacks into breakthroughs

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 171 ratings
  • A Bright Spot in Today’s Media Landscape

    If you’re looking for something genuinely uplifting, thoughtful, and refreshingly real, Glass Half Full with Craig Melvin absolutely delivers. Craig has this natural ability to connect with people in a way that feels warm, sincere, and never forced. Each episode strikes a perfect balance between meaningful storytelling and feel-good moments that leave you walking away a little more hopeful.

    What really stands out is how he highlights resilience, kindness, and the best of the human spirit withou... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Coolmom2u6
    United States13 days ago
  • Craig Knocks it Out of the Park.

    Excellent podcast. He is someone that I could be friends with. A really nice guy with the same problems and hangups that everybody has.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Altoona1969
    United States21 days ago
  • Glass Half Full

    Hello There: so after listening to Craig Melvin on the Today Show with Savannah Guthrie as a lead anchor for the morning show is a great idea to listen to his podcast on apple podcast on my iOS devices for free and satisfying for my iPhone and iPad as well as my family trip to Tennessee and on my way home from Tennessee as well.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cstone3600
    United States22 days ago
  • Good guy!

    Excellent podcast! As a voice teacher I recommend Craig see an otolaryngologist to find out what’s going on with his voice.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Miller Svoboda
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great conversation

    Enjoying your conversations, Craig! Feels more like listening to friends catching up than formal interviews between celebs. I enjoy your style and guests and I look forward to more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    El Biddulph
    United Statesa month ago

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Scott Galloway: Why 63% of Men Under 30 Are Single| Glass Half Full
Q: Is there a moment that shaped you the most in terms of how you turned out?
Scott describes his mother's illness and his decision to work relentlessly to avoid vulnerability, which became a turning point leading to years of focused effort and responsibility.
Dawn Staley: NIL, The Knicks, and Her Path to South Carolina | Glass Half Full
Q: Would you consider coaching in the NBA or WNBA, and what needs to change for that to happen?
I'm open to the idea and actively talking about it, but it would require cultural readiness and support from the franchise; I've seen how far preparation has to go.
Dawn Staley: NIL, The Knicks, and Her Path to South Carolina | Glass Half Full
Q: What led you to take the job at Temple despite initial hesitations?
A challenge from the administration, who asked if I could lead and turn the program around, convinced me to take the chance and prove myself.
Regina Hall: Why I Almost Became a Nun and The Loss that Changed Everything
Q: How do you manage the balance between your faith and a demanding Hollywood career?
I try to stay grounded in kindness and personal integrity, recognizing that success is not just about fame but about the impact you have on others and the choices you make.
Regina Hall: Why I Almost Became a Nun and The Loss that Changed Everything
Q: What was it like working on Scary Movie and then on bigger projects like Girls Trip?
It was exhilarating and sometimes nerve-wracking, but those roles opened doors and showed me how audiences respond to different tones, from comedy to heartfelt ensemble pieces.

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A conversation-driven series that centers on personal growth, resilience, and the real-life moments behind fame. Guests range from top athletes and award-winning creators to comedians and journalists, with episodes blending career milestones, family dynamics, and lessons learned from setbacks. Across conversations, listeners are offered intimate, candid insights and practical takeaways—often anchored in leadership, perseverance, and authenticity—delivered with warmth and humor. A standout trait is the mix of high-profile guests with relatable, human-centered storytelling, making the show uplifting while staying grounded in everyday challenges.

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