Daytime TV nostalgia meets today’s pop culture moment this week as The View hosts two of the most iconic names in talk show history: Maury Povich and Oprah Winfrey.
According to an official ABC release, the long-running daytime staple — now in its 29th season — has curated a guest lineup that mixes media legends, timely conversations, and a touch of internet-driven buzz.
Maury is slated to appear on Monday, January 12, to promote the new docuseries Dirty Talk: When Daytime Talk Shows Ruled TV, which revisits the era he helped shape. Although Maury officially stepped away in 2022, his presence has never really faded from pop culture — especially within hip-hop circles.
Since retiring, Povich has gone viral for openly toying with the idea of returning to TV to settle major rap feuds using his trademark lie detector tests. He specifically mentioned Nicki Minaj and Cardi B, along with Drake and Kendrick Lamar, pitching primetime specials that would bring his truth-testing format into today’s rap beefs.
The idea quickly took off online and became a hot topic on platforms like The Breakfast Club, where hosts and fans leaned fully into the concept. Maury’s iconic “You are NOT the father” moments have long lived on through rap lyrics, memes, and internet culture.
Midweek ups the star power even more. Oprah is set to appear on Wednesday, Jan. 14, alongside Dr. Ania Jastreboff, as they promote their new book, Enough: Your Health, Your Weight, and What It’s Like to Be Free.
Her discussion is expected to focus on health, self-agency, and long-term wellness — subjects she’s influenced for decades.
The rest of the week delivers a mix of food, film, and pop culture. Chef Jamie Oliver and actor Tom Blyth appear on Tuesday. Thursday features Kenan Thompson and Jesse Williams, while Friday closes things out with Walton Goggins and Kim Fields.
