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

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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Investor and business leader Mellody Hobson sits down with Craig Melvin on this week’s episode of Glass Half Full for a conversation about motherhood, money, and what it takes to keep going. Mellody opens up about growing up on Chicago’s South Side w... more

Before the 2026 NBA playoffs began, NBA Champion and 6-Time All-Star Jayson Tatum sat down with Craig Melvin on Glass Half Full for an unfiltered look at his journey from the courts of St. Louis to the top of the basketball world. Tatum opens up abou... more

Comedian and Author Roy Wood Jr. sits down with Craig Melvin on this week’s episode of Glass Half Full for one of his most personal conversations yet. Roy opens up about his complicated relationship with his father, bombing early in his career at the... more

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

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Jayson Tatum
NBA player, Celtics star
Boston Celtics
Episode: Celtics Star Jayson Tatum Opens Up About His Achilles, His Mom & Fighting to Come Back | Glass Half Full with Craig Melvin
Roy Wood Jr.
Comedian, correspondent on The Daily Show, memoir author
Self / The Daily Show contributor
Episode: Roy Wood Jr. On Bombing at The Apollo & How Failure Fueled His Success | Glass Half Full With Craig Melvin
Anthony Davis
NBA player known for his time with the New Orleans Hornets/Pelicans and Los Angeles Lakers
Basketball Player (NBA)
Episode: Anthony Davis on Almost Quitting Basketball, “The Brow” | Glass Half Full
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

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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 Statesa month 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 Statesa month 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 Statesa month 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 States2 months 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 States2 months ago

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Roy Wood Jr. On Bombing at The Apollo & How Failure Fueled His Success | Glass Half Full With Craig Melvin
Q: How has your personal history influenced your career and your book?
Roy discusses his father's complex legacy, growing up with absence and trauma, and how researching his family history informed both his writing and his approach to storytelling. He frames his memoir as a way to understand and honor those experiences while offering lessons for mentorship and resilience.
Roy Wood Jr. On Bombing at The Apollo & How Failure Fueled His Success | Glass Half Full With Craig Melvin
Q: What led you to leave The Daily Show and pursue other opportunities?
He explains that the decision was driven by a combination of timing, hosting dynamics, and the unpredictable nature of network politics. He describes weighing career security against the chance to pursue projects more aligned with his voice, ultimately choosing paths that offered authenticity and growth opportunities.
Roy Wood Jr. On Bombing at The Apollo & How Failure Fueled His Success | Glass Half Full With Craig Melvin
Q: Tell me about a time that Roy Wood Jr. bombed on stage.
Roy recalls bombing at the Apollo, describing the intense booing environment, his quick adjustment to cut the set short, and the later return with the other comedian. He emphasizes how the experience, while painful, shaped his stage presence and resilience, teaching him to leverage failure as fuel for future success.
Anthony Davis on Almost Quitting Basketball, “The Brow” | Glass Half Full
Q: Why did you shift from Ohio State to Kentucky?
It was a combination of feeling drawn to Kentucky's program and the chance to compete at the highest level with players who were entering the NBA, which aligned with his long-term goals.
Anthony Davis on Almost Quitting Basketball, “The Brow” | Glass Half Full
Q: What is one moment that Anthony is still chasing?
He's pursuing ongoing championship moments and, more personally, the goal of being the perfect father and building a lasting legacy beyond basketball.

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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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1. Jayson Tatum
2. Roy Wood Jr.
3. Anthony Davis
4. Scott Galloway
5. Dawn Staley
6. Lindsey Vonn
7. Erin Andrews
8. Dylan Dreyer

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