Joel McHale brings the laughs (and the wine)

Lauren Conrad goes back to the beginning

In this episode of The Drink, NBC News anchor Kate Snow sits down with reality TV icon Lauren Conrad. The two met at NARO in Rockefeller Plaza, chatting over Lauren’s drink of choice: a Hugo Spritz.  Lauren takes Kate BACK, back to the beginning! The two chat about it all: how she ended up on Laguna Beach and The Hills, why she always saw reality TV as temporary, the scrutiny that came with growing up in the public eye, and how different her life might have been if MTV had never shown up at her high school all those years ago. The Drink is Kate Snow’s interview series featuring candid conversations with actors, authors, athletes, and visionaries — all over a beverage of their choice.  Watch every episode of The Drink now at NBCNEWS.COM/THEDRINK. [https://www.nbcnews.com/the-drink-with-kate-snow] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Taylor Tomlinson talks 'clean comedy' past, new Netflix special

In this episode of The Drink, NBC News anchor Kate Snow sits down with comedian Taylor Tomlinson for an intimate and wide-ranging conversation. The two met at DIMES, a 70s-inspired speakeasy (complete with a bowling alley) tucked inside the Gansevoort Hotel in New York City. They chatted over Taylor's drink of choice: a matcha latte with almond milk.  With four comedy specials in just six years, Taylor has achieved remarkable success at a young age. She opens up about her upbringing, what drew her to stand-up comedy, and how she continues to navigate a complicated religious past. The Drink is Kate Snow’s interview series featuring candid conversations with actors, authors, athletes, and visionaries — all over a beverage of their choice.  Watch every episode of The Drink now at NBCNEWS.COM/THEDRINK. [https://www.nbcnews.com/the-drink-with-kate-snow] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Demi Lovato is happier than ever

In this episode of The Drink, NBC News anchor Kate Snow sits down with superstar singer, actor and author Demi Lovato.  They met at Le Rock in Rockefeller Center, and chatted over Demi’s drink of choice: her own, signature Cali Water flavor, a brand she both represents and invests in. She says she’s the “happiest she’s ever been” -- newly married, touring for the album It’s Not That Deep and promoting her cookbook called One Plate at a Time: Recipes for Finding Freedom with Food. In recovery from disordered eating, Demi says she found freedom in the kitchen, and hopes the cookbook helps others in recovery, as well as anyone intimidated by cooking. Demi opens up about her journey from child actor to global superstar, and why early fame was challenging. The Drink is Kate Snow’s interview series featuring candid conversations with actors, authors, athletes, and visionaries — all over a beverage of their choice. Watch every episode of The Drink now at NBCNEWS.COM/THEDRINK. [https://www.nbcnews.com/the-drink-with-kate-snow] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Joel McHale brings the laughs (and the wine)

In this episode of The Drink, NBC News anchor Kate Snow sits down with actor, comedian and television host, Joel McHale.  The two met at the restaurant Limani in Rockefeller Center, over Joel’s drink of choice: four (!) bottles of Washington State wine, made by his friend and fellow actor, Kyle MacLachlan. In a hilarious, free-wheeling conversation, the two talk about Joel’s early comedy beginnings, how he lied to get a key role, a “Community” movie, and the current projects keeping him very busy. Plus – stick around for fun, behind-the-scenes bloopers after the credits!  The Drink is Kate Snow’s interview series featuring candid conversations with actors, authors, athletes, and visionaries — all over a beverage of their choice. Watch every episode of The Drink now at NBCNEWS.COM/THEDRINK. [https://www.nbcnews.com/the-drink-with-kate-snow] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Drink Special Episode: Olympian Mikaela Shiffrin opens up about overcoming hardship to keep winning

In this bonus episode of The Drink podcast, NBC News Anchor Kate Snow talks with skier Mikaela Shiffrin, who won gold in slalom at the Milan Cortina Olympics.  Recorded in 2025, Shiffrin reflects on the defining moments of her life—from learning to ski, to the thrill of more than 100 World Cup wins, to the heartbreak of Olympic disappointments, and finding a way to keep going. She also opens up about her PTSD diagnosis and how she hopes to bring greater attention to mental health.  The Drink is Kate Snow’s interview series featuring candid conversations with actors, authors, athletes and visionaries—all over a beverage of their choice. Watch every episode of The Drink now at NBCNEWS.COM/THEDRINK. [https://nbcnews.com/thedrink] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.