On Brand with Donny Deutsch

On this episode, Donny sits down with America's most famous astrophysicist and author Neil deGrasse Tyson. The two dive right into Neil's passion for the universe and his mission to help human beings experience it in all the dimensionality that it is. In this conversation Neil defines the universe, a word bigger than the universe, life on other planets and how being a kid from the Bronx helped cul...

On this episode, Donny talks with bestselling author and former editor of Time Magazine, Walter Isaacson. Walter and Donny dive right in, discussing Elon Musk’s unprecedented purchase of Twitter and Walter's prediction for the future of the platform. They then dive into Walter's new book, The Code Breaker: Jennifer Doudna, Gene Editing, and the Future of the Human Race, and why we need people like...

On this episode, Donny sits down with four-time Tony Award-winning, actor, playwright, and now best-selling author, Harvey Fierstein. Harvey and Donny jump right into discussing his memoir, I Was Better Last Night, and Harvey shares some fascinating stories including some background into his 20/20 interview with Barbara Walters, and how he became a part of an exciting experimental art movement whi...

On this episode, Donny sits with CNN anchor and chief national affairs analyst, and host of the new CNN+ show, "The Source with Kasie Hunt," Kasie Hunt. Kasie and Donny start out by discussing her new streamed show and why it will stand out from other news programs. She also shares her thoughts on Biden's lack of credit, her prediction on whether Republicans will take back the Senate, and why she...

On this episode, Donny sits down with the brilliant author of numerous bestselling novels, including Moneyball, The Blind Side, The Big Short, and, most recently, The Premonition, Michael Lewis. Donny and Michael dive right in, starting with his finance background, how stories always start with questions, and what inspired him to write his infamous books that were later adapted into Oscar-nominate...

On this episode, Donny sits down with sports journalist, contributing writer for The Atlantic, and host of the podcast Jemele Hill is Unbothered, Jemele Hill. Jemele opens up about her journey from a tomboy kid reading her local newspaper, to becoming the only female Black sports journalist for a daily paper in all of North America. She and Donny then discuss why Jemele thinks journalism has becom...

On this episode, Donny sits down with two guests, Former Ohio Governor, John Kasich, and comedian and former correspondent on “The Daily Show,” Jordan Klepper. They kick off the conversation by sharing how the unlikely duo teamed up for their new podcast, Kasich & Klepper, with the hopes of finding fun and interesting commonalities between their two very different perspectives. The three then disc...

On this episode, Donny sits down with nationally renowned op-ed columnist for the New York Times, Frank Bruni. Together they dive right into Frank's recent memoire, The Beauty of Dusk, where he recounts the lessons he's learned from partially losing his vision. Frank shares how he learned not to feel sorry for himself and the messages he received after spending time with people who had overcome in...

On this episode, Donny sits down with the host of the 11th Hour and Senior Business Analyst for NBC News, Stephanie Ruhle. Stephanie and Donny dive right into her start in banking and transition into media, the difference between having a point of view and being stuck in deep ideology, and her thoughts on the war in Ukraine. They also cover Stephanie's current advice for investors and why she has...

In this episode, Donny sits down for an honest conversation with the editor of Common Sense and the host of the podcast Honestly with Bari Weiss, Bari Weiss. Bari was previously a staff writer and editor for the Opinion section of The New York Times, and the two dive right into her brave resignation from the prestigious paper. They go on to discuss the importance of following your curiosity, her t...

In this episode, Donny sits down with the pioneer of "whole health well-being," Deepak Chopra. Deepak is the founder of The Chopra Foundation, a non-profit entity for research on well-being and humanitarianism, and Chopra Global, a modern-day health company at the intersection of science and spirituality, and is world-renowned in integrative medicine and personal transformation. Together, they div...

On this episode of On Brand, Donny sits down with actor, comedian, and host of the Talking Sopranos podcast, Steven Schirripa. Steve and Donny dig into all things Sopranos, but first, Steve shares his journey from being a bouncer in Vegas, to running small shows, and ultimately, catching the acting bug after having been cast in some short films. Eventually, the Sopranos stars aligned and Steve was...

On this episode, Donny sits down with "America's weatherman” and co-anchor of the 3rd Hour of TODAY, NBC TODAY Show’s, Al Roker. With more than 40 years on TV and 14 Emmy Awards, Al is an institution. Together they take us through Al's career, how he got his foot in the door, and the advice he got from his mentor, Willard Scott. They also discuss what makes TODAY Show’s “secret sauce”, why you can...

On this episode, Donny sits down with one of the most legendary voices in sports entertainment, the first on-air talent for the NFL Network and host of the Rich Eisen Show, Rich Eisen. The two start at the very beginning, discussing how Rich channeled every job he had into his dream of being a sports caster on ESPN. We then learn about how he finally got to ESPN and the tough-love advice he got fr...

On this episode, Donny sits down for a conversation with Hillary Clinton's top aide and long-term advisor, and author of a new memoir, Both/And: A Life in Many Worlds, Huma Abedin. Huma and Donny dive right in, first covering her upbringing in Saudi Arabia, the lessons her father passed down, and how the view of Muslims has changed over the years. Huma also shares what it was like being in the Cli...

On this episode, Donny sits down with legendary investigative reporter, best-selling author, and Pulitzer Prize winner, Carl Bernstein. Donny and Carl start at the very beginning as Carl shares what it was like walking into the rumbling newsroom of the Evening Star at just 16 years old, and working his way to "the greatest seat in the country." Carl shares how his dedication to the truth brought h...

On this episode, Donny sits down with actress, comedian, author, and podcast host, Ali Wentworth. Ali is a jack-of-many-trades and is no holds-barred as she and Donny dive right into her 20-year marriage with George Stephanopoulos, and what it was like growing up around political "celebrities." She also shares stories from her In Living Color days, thoughts on the #metoo movement, mental health in...

On this episode, Donny sits down with the Founder of FUBU, NY Times Bestselling author of five books, entrepreneur, motivational speaker, and co-host of ABC’s Shark Tank: Daymond John. Donny and Daymond first dig into Daymond’s humble beginnings, how Daymond’s mom taught him about the hustle and helped him start FUBU. Daymond also shares the three key pieces to starting a business, how failure bec...

On this episode, Donny sits down for a powerfully revealing conversation with former D.C. police officer who suffered brutal injuries while protecting the Capitol from the attack on January 6th, Michael Fanone. Michael recounts, in detail, his memories from that terrifying day, how he felt when he first saw his own body cam footage, what he is proud of, and what angers him about the backlash. But,...

On this episode we present excerpts from some of our favorite interviews of 2021. We look back at Donny’s conversations with Joe Scarborough, Rev. Al Sharpton, Nicolle Wallace, Michael Cohen, Rosie O’Donnell, and Stevie Van Zandt. Sit back and listen to why I believe we are more alike than we think, why we have the same goals, and why, in the end, humanity always wins. THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:Ca...

On this episode, Donny revisits his conversation with the iconic Michael J. Fox, Michael is the embodiment of optimism, humor, and humanity. He tells it like it is and understands the human experience in a way that many of us may never grasp. He is a friend, a humanitarian, an entertainer, and a family man. Donny and Michael talk about his early success in Hollywood, the many ways his wife has sav...

On this episode, Donny sits down with one of the most important political figures today, the former Governor of New Jersey, Chris Christie. Donny and Chris dive right in, first covering his run with Covid-19, then looking back at where his love of politics began, his upbringing, and his time as a US Attorney. They discuss the transformation of his relationship with Trump, the former President’s ro...

On today's episode Donny sits down with Emmy Award-winning journalist, attorney, and host of MSNBC's “The Beat," Ari Melber. Ari and Donny get right into it, starting with how Ari presents the news fairly, credibly, and through a legal and cultural lens and why it's important that he not not to engineer the outcome of what his viewers think. Additionally, they discuss Ari's connection to hip hop,...

On this episode Donny sits down with the incomparable retired US Navy 4-star admiral, Admiral WIlliam McRaven. Adm. McRaven oversaw the 2011 Navy SEAL raid in Pakistan that killed al-Qaeda leader Osama bin Laden. His book "Spec Ops: Case Studies in Special Operations Warfare: Theory and Practice", is considered a fundamental text on special operations strategy. He also gave one of the greatest com...

Today's episode features Donny's live interview with the brilliant John Heilemann. John is the creator and co-host of Showtime'sThe Circus, founder and editor-in-chief of The Recount, the national affairs analyst for NBC News and MSNBC, and a NY Times Bestselling author. Recorded in front of a live audience during New York City's Ad Week, the two dive right into John's innovation in delivering unb...