Glass Half Full with Craig Melvin

As a bonus for Glass Half Full fans, we’re sharing the trailer for season 5 of Morrison Mysteries. Enter the shadowy world of Edgar Allan Poe, brought to life by the unmistakable voice of Dateline’s Keith Morrison. In Season 5 of Morrison Mysteries, experience the mystery and madness of Poe's haunting classics, The Tell-Tale Heart, The Black Cat and The Murders in the Rue Morgue. Just search “Morrison Mysteries” to follow now or click here: swap.fm/l/mmdfd

UConn head coach Geno Auriemma sits down with Craig Melvin on this week's episode of Glass Half Full for a conversation about legacy, loyalty, and what it really takes to build something from nothing. He opens up about the night in year one he nearly walked away from it all, the recruiting pitch so honest it probably should not have worked, and why after 12 national championships he still has not figured out how to leave. Geno also sets the record straight on the 2026 Final Four incident with Dawn Staley and makes the case that the Apple TV+ documentary Dynasty shows people what they never see behind the wins. Plus, the best advice he ever received came from his aunt.

Ryan Clark sits down with Craig Melvin on this episode of "Glass Half Full" for a conversation about grit, second acts, and what it really looks like to keep getting up. He opens up about the night in 2006 he thought he was dying from a sickle cell crisis and the moment he decided he would be strong enough to play again, takes Craig inside the commercial break text that ended his ESPN career, and explains how he put together a Netflix deal and an NFL Films partnership in six weeks. Plus the conversation with his son that made him realize no coaching job could ever top being a great dad.

Comedian and trailblazer Margaret Cho sits down with Craig Melvin on this week’s episode of “Glass Half Full” for a candid conversation about resilience, reinvention and what it means to keep going after nearly 40 years in comedy. She opens up about the “Golden Girls” star who made her believe she was going to be OK in Hollywood, how “All-American Girl” gave representation to a generation while quietly destroying her relationship with her body, and the intervention that led her to rehab. Margaret also gets candid about her decades of LGBTQ+ advocacy, which began in her parents’ gay bookstore in San Francisco, and why she turned down a role in “Heated Rivalry,” a decision she now regrets.

Ready to take a deep breath and find some inspiration? A brand-new season of Making Space with Hoda Kotb is officially here. Every Wednesday, Hoda sits down for open, soul stirring conversations with people who have walked through fire and come out stronger. This season, she’s diving into what it really means to pivot, heal, and find your purpose. Expect raw, real-life wisdom on navigating big transitions and the unexpected moments of grace that connect us all. Featuring incredible guests like Mariska Hargitay, Jamie-Lynn Sigler, Mark Nepo, Esther Perel, Laverne Cox, and many more. To follow now, just search ‘Making Space with Hoda Kotb’ wherever you’re listening. New episodes drop every Wednesday. swap.fm/l/mswhkfd

A brand-new season of Open Book with Jenna is here! Join Jenna Bush Hager every Thursday as she sits down with some of today's most beloved authors and storytellers for conversations about the books everyone is talking about. This season, we'll explore the hottest reads of the summer, the creative process behind unforgettable stories, the genres readers can't get enough of, and the movie and TV adaptations bringing favorite characters to life. Featuring guests like Emily Henry, Kennedy Ryan, Carley Fortune, Shelby Van Pelt, Virginia Evans, Hannah Berner and many more. swap.fm/l/obwjdfd

On this week’s episode of Glass Half Full With Craig Melvin, Harvard professor and happiness expert Arthur Brooks sits down for a wide-ranging conversation about how to live a life of purpose, optimism and fulfillment. Brooks reveals the simple habits he believes support meaning, explains why boredom plays a critical role in restoring it, and details how falling into the “striver’s trap,” the lifelong habit of trying to earn the love you already have, can undermine the happiness of high achievers.

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 father stopped him from quitting the game altogether. He also opens up about his current chapter with the Washington Wizards, his ambition to play 20 seasons, and what it’s really like chasing defensive awards in the new era of the NBA’s 65-game rule. In this episode, Davis pulls back the curtain on his life off the court, from his massive LEGO collection to his new TBS prank show, Foul Play. And he discusses his honest struggle with trying to be a "perfect father" while balancing an elite career.