The Today Show: Kelsea Ballerini, Jalen Brunson’s Mom (NBC, Friday October 25, 2024)

The Today Show

Friday’s edition “The Today Show” features, Kelsea Ballerini serenading the plaza for the Citi Concert Series. I’ll admit, country-pop isn’t usually my jam, but there’s something undeniably appealing about live music in the morning. It’s a burst of energy, a shot of something upbeat to counteract the dread that comes with checking the news headlines.

Then, we’re venturing into “Through Mom’s Eyes” territory, a segment that’s either heartwarming or slightly saccharine, depending on your tolerance for familial anecdotes. This week, we’re meeting Sandra, Jalen Brunson’s mom.

Next, George Oliphant, the perpetually optimistic host of “The Upside,” visits the Bowery Mission. These segments always walk a fine line between showing genuine compassion and veering into feel-good territory. But I appreciate Oliphant’s efforts to highlight stories of resilience and hope, a welcome antidote to the often-bleak news cycle.

Finally, Mika Brzezinski and Brooke Shields team up for Forbes and Know Your Value’s 50 Over 50 event. This is the part of the show that speaks directly to my anxieties about aging. It’s a celebration of women who are defying expectations, proving that relevance and reinvention aren’t limited by a number.

“The Today Show” airs weekdays from 7.00am to 10.00am on NBC.

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