‘Making Space With Hoda Kotb’: Oprah Winfrey & Maria Shriver On Friendship

Oprah Winfrey and Maria Shriver describe their friendship as loyal, consistent and honest. In this intimate conversation, they share what four decades together have meant. Plus, Winfrey opens up about how an unexpected moment brought her to her knees.
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[@raydunn8262]

I had no idea that Maria and Oprah were such good friends; I always admired both greatly. For Oprah, I thought there was only Gail.

[@k.h.a.l.i.l.]

me too! no idea who bob is whom she also mentioned.

[@Bloquita5]

@@k.h.a.l.i.l. Bob Greene is a personal trainer. Oprah ran a marathon in 1994. Bob trained her. They connected since then and have a very close friendship.

[@k.h.a.l.i.l.]

@@Bloquita5 thank you 😊

[@cookiemcboingboing2657]

Okra and Yoda both sold their souls to Satan simultaneously

[@gracejohnson1926]

ME TOO!!!…I have loved and admired them forever…to learn they are close friends is awesome…A BONUS…and of course they are!!!❤️🤗

[@aubreylenyard6528]

Absolutely Fabulous interview. Who knew Hoda would be so good in this space? Finally, she doesn't have a side kick to compete with and her voice is front and Center. Go, Hoda!

[@robertahoffmann8820]

Really loved listening to these two old friends hold each other so high in friendship and love. Made my day!

[@oyinpenny6408]

I absolutely agree! As a nurse Practitioner, everyone needs an advocate when they are in the hospital. It is vital when someone is not in a position to speak for themself or think clearly to even make the right decision.

[@abbychase291]

I always considered Oprah to be my mentor when I was considering staring a business. I love Oprah. My business is a huge success and I started it in 2009

[@maryalex092761]

Could hug each of them for their transparency and sense of unflinching friendship.

[@cynthialee3998]

Wow I loved this!!! It felt like 3 girlfriends just hanging out and talking over wine 🍷

[@geoffreyr2356]

Beautiful! My best friend and I have reached our 41 year mark of friendship. Seeing this gives me the guts to invite him on a weekend getaway and TALK. We do the typical guy thing. A look, a grunt, a bro hug. But never talk about our friendship. This has inspired me to reach out and say hey let's make space and fill it with conversation, meaning conversation. Thank you Ms. Kotb.

[@shawnbunn4966]

The internet is all fake.

[@MarcosIsABaritone]

That would be sooo awesome. It's so unfortunate how our society and prescribed gender norms, however unwittingly, construct barriers for straight cis-men to cultivate a sincere, honest and emotionally substantive friendships with one another. This isn't to say we don't see these kinds of deep friendships in men. They do exist, however disparate the rate may be between women and the LGBT community.

[@susandraws]

This was phenomenal. Three warm, wise, authentic, interesting women. It can’t get better than this. 🥰🥰🥰

[@alexgreham7865]

Hello 👋

[@busivideos]

Three beautiful women, thank you!❤️🥰

[@BrotherEDEN]

Simply incredible. I stumbled upon this at 4:30a, in a low place in my soul, and it really gave me life. Blessings.

[@dominiquebrown7738]

Me too!! Blessings to you!

[@rband8792]

Amén 🙏 ❤

[@karencritch7771]

Humble and genuine hearts, good to listen to positive words. ....beautifully done!! They love their friendship .

[@leebeaven9382]

Thanks Hoda! What a fun interview revealing such a special friendship. I am still chuckling at Oprah's memory of the "luxury garden apartments". I remember those days!

[@cathyellis767]

Three wonderful women who believe in supporting other women! 🙏🏼🌻💖

[@janebrady3906]

Loved the whole conversation but my favorite moment was at the very end when Maria spoke of Oprah bringing her coffee or just being present with her so moving and there was Honda wiping tears 💐🙏⭐💕

[@foxdogwest6614]

Maria, that "bringing a cup of coffee to you in the morning" was something that I learned/received during my time living in the UK, staying with girlfriends (they brought a cup of tea, of course!) and then we would all sit in bed and greet the day and talk! WONDERFUL and so nurturing!

[@stacygarrison7991]

What a beautiful way to start the day! I love this.

[@ErikaDavisCooks]

The depth of their relationship warms and melts my heart. ❤

[@clairekalemkeris4606]

What a powerful, beautiful, and inspiring gift this open conversation is. Thanks to Hoda ,her team, and Maria and Oprah.

[@margaretkerins2984]

It was good interview. I was glad Oprah was there for Maria when her Mother died. I wish I had a friend like that when my mom went to Heaven

[@fefetegs8994]

ditto😢✔❤

[@Mr.Magic4ever]

This was fantastic. You can tell it really touched Hoda. She could use that type of friendship and support right now or she really sees and appreciate it.

[@boundforparis]

Thank you! This was a reflection of genuine friendship.

[@beverlyscarborough9085]

🤗 Thank you. This was very interesting & enjoyable. I didn't know Maria has known Oprah for so many years. I love that they have such a genuine friendship.. I'm going to encourage my daughter's to watch this segment.. What I really appreciated was that women don't give themselves the right to rest! 'You've earned the right to rest'.. I love you Hoda❤ Thanks so much. I have a new found respect for Maria & Oprah 🥰

[@patriciadownes754]

What a wonderful gift you are giving to us all, ladies. I can hear the ease and respect with which you talk to each other and the genuine love and acceptance you have for each other. Thank you for letting us into your space and allowing us to listen and take it all in. Good job, Hoda

[@susanjonesnow]

Well said!

[@marcusgeeterthemakeupthera3487]

I have never heard anyone else admit what Maria felt about her moms passing . I was always afraid, my entire life, as long as I can remember that my mom would die. It was a fear that became my companion because she was always ill. I only admitted that feeling to her housekeeper after she died. I talked to my mom every single day! I didn't think I would survive her passing, but I did. Gratefully, I can still feel her love guiding me. Thank you Maria for being so transparent and sharing ❤. It made me feel not so alone.

[@EmM-zy2zu]

What a delightful conversation. Like sitting with dear friends.

[@lubrown763]

Hoda you are the best! Your carisma, your wisdom everything feels very sincere. Much success for you and your show 🙏🏻❤️

[@cheryldingley4546]

Loved this so much. Incredible woman - all three of them👏🏼

[@haawkinss1]

Love this so much. Space, and grit, and gratitude, and rest, and truth, and loyality

[@cheryljuliette5017]

Courage! 💛

[@gavinballin2323]

I really enjoyed this! It felt like I was in the same room during all these different experiences

[@bellejones8565]

I love when women empower each other. Great show.

[@lisadiconti]

Yes. Women tend to be competitive so this was nice.

[@iolawellred5895]

Love

[@tessie2721]

Who are you thn?

[@tessie2721]

14:56

[@tessie2721]

Love it too you feel like talking more and talking with Opts tool

[@cherylpa527]

I loved this so much. No matter if we have money or not, we all experience pain. I have always loved Oprah deeply, as I share her pain of growing up with such difficulty. I never knew Maria, growing up as a Kennedy, with so much money, never felt cherished or had someone bring her a cup of coffee, her stories made me cry. This was a beautiful conversation with 3 amazing, powerful, heart felt women.

[@Bia08121975]

AMAZING conversation of 3 AMAZING women! Thank you for your leadership, empowerment and example.

[@alexgreham7865]

Hi 👋 Sofia

[@beautifulcrazy]

This algorithm really can read one's mind... and listens to me all day I think..... I needed to watch this interview. I don't do too much Oprah these days, but when I do, it's always profound. I'm turning 60 next June, and I find that I'm changing big time. I'm mellow but firm. I don't argue my point, I simply state it and that's it. Whatever the next person has to say I agree to disagree and move on. I think it's because one is detaching oneself from worldly things and preparing to take a couple of steps closer to God, which is ultimately the purpose of this life.

[@stacygarrison7991]

This was wonderfully written. Approaching 50 and I love this!

[@Gladys915]

Encouraging to see powerful, accomplished, smart women bare their souls. Very enlightening and uplifting exchange. Thank you Warriors.

[@patin319]

These three ladies……ICONIC !😍❤️

[@lindahill7657]

Maria and Oprah are two of my favorite people to listen to. Thank you Hoda for having both on your podcast. Loved it!!!

[@gracejohnson1926]

This interview strengthens the love and admiration I have for these beautiful women…these special souls…bless them🙏🏻❤️

[@georginarandolphgirl66]

I was such a people pleaser and helper and did so much for others and burned myself out and still suffering and I wish that I would have had a supportive friendship like this. I was the supportive person for everyone else and then when I needed it I had no one that would help me so although I am struggling in many ways it has also been a huge lesson. Its true what you said about woman deserving a rest because we are raised to be caregivers and put ourselves on the back burner and I can't even work and I use to love working but need to make money. I have many things that I am grateful to God for and it takes time to grow from the pain but I want it over with lol I spent so much money helping family and friends and now have nothing for retirement because we think that we can do it until health issues creep up. Such a blessing to hear this show and also the song.

[@MissSmartandSweet]

Your testimony touched me. May God Bless you!

[@shawnbunn4966]

The world wide web is a big lie.

[@micheledaniels8803]

Just an absolute beautiful heartfelt interview that has left me inspired and hopeful. Thank you ladies 🙏🏾❤️

[@adrianahernandez9435]

Thank you ladies! This was such a wonderful reminder of the real beauty and fun in life. I cried, laughed, and enjoyed my coffee : )

[@BeyondEmptyNest]

This is a wonderful conversation. I felt as if I was sitting in the room with all three of you. I feel as a 57 year old woman that it's absolutely time to be grown women and have difficult (and loving) conversations with our friends and family. It's time to make the space and keep it real. I find that every time I have a real conversation with a friend it's well received and they are grateful as am I. Thank you and Dare on.

[@justinaragland3025]

BEAUTIFUL FRIENDSHIP ❤️ 😍 AMAZING STORIES! LOVE THIS!❤🥰

[@jenvaher]

Three beautiful, powerful and humble women. I love it! So inspiring. Thank you.

[@amberts180]

15:00 I started crying because that’s truly a treasured relationship.

[@98chiantidrive]

this trio was fantastic. thank you ladies.

[@mariannesouza8326]

This was fascinating! Thank you!

[@lesliepaynter4032]

Wow! The RIGHT to rest! Four simple yet powerful words ❤️

[@mrs.e3909]

There's Oprah's next book title " Permission to Rest" . So important for women to feel worthy enough to "turn off and rest" .

[@staceyvance7679]

Ran across this interview and really so happy that you two had and have such a long friendship and true support system with in each other. I respect both of them so much. I see who and why Oprah is such a caring and giving person. I will try and find that song as we all need encouragement and support through out our lives, through and IN the good and difficult times of our lives. Thank you for sharing the interview/ conversation . 🙂

[@lorenspagnuolo6892]

I interviewed Snatam Kaur on a previous radio program I was hosting - I love this story.

[@belescli]

I loved it. It was so beautiful and helped me to discover that you can create a safety net for your friends when we lose our close ones. Thank you.

[@maame6224]

I knew Oprah & Maria were friends. But what I didn't know was their friendship goes waaaaay back. Great friendship, love them and Hoda.Thanks for another beautiful conversation!❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏

[@roek1224]

Loved the conversation! Great !

[@stacygarrison7991]

Three Queens. I love this so much. It felt like I was in the same room with girlfriends. There is nothing better than women uplifting other women.

[@jomoney465]

I love Maria's accent, especially when she says " you ", all drawn out with about 3 syllables. So Cape Cod, she sounds like her uncles that were Kennedys. Such a large family, with high expectations for each other and all the children. The Irish Catholics evidently believe in having large amounts of children. This is a great interview and Hoda does a fabulous job here. Thanks Hoda

[@Bloquita5]

Thank you for this beautiful episode. It brought such comfort listening to it. Felt the love and connection of what a good and intimate friend is. The experiences shared throughout the years and being so kind and respectful as well as holding space for each other is so beautiful. Thank you for showing us how it’s done and continues to be. Sending hugs to Hoda, Maria and Oprah. ❤️❤️❤️

[@joycestepancevich6591]

24k! Thank you ladies! Great questions Hoda!! PS: Will never forget the story about Mrs. Shriver in the boat, in the pink cap. Awesome!!

[@karenmorris2488]

Lovely interview....great song heard it for the first time today.

[@patriciaclark6813]

Wonderful! Loved it! Sixty one and doing what brings you joy.

[@lynnjo2010]

Listened to the podcast but watching this too. Love their conversation.

[@michaelronald1608]

Hello how are you doing?

[@plinderella]

Tears sprung in all our eyes at the idea that our Queen Oprah may rest 🌻

[@alexgreham7865]

Hello 👋

[@karebear8412]

This was fantastic in ways that soothe the soul!! So needed!

[@courtneylane6531]

This is a great interview❤️ thank you hoda

[@jgheart3018]

OMG I am so glad I found this today and realize I was meant to listen to it on this day as not more than an hour ago, I was struggling with some emotional turmoil between myself & my adult son. I heard those words...can't we just take a moment & breathe, relax, & calmly come up with some solutions, instead of mean words & guilt trips. Oh, I like this...

[@christinenespor5481]

simple, reading and writing, deep commitments.

[@karenjones7465]

Thank you for this. Very moving and inspiring

[@alexgreham7865]

Hi 👋 good morning 🌞😃

[@2legit64]

This was lovely. Those of us who have no-holds-barred friendships get all of this and recognize how blessed we are to have been in the right place at the right time to meet certain people who become a part of our core.

[@thepriestess5969]

Little is much when it comes from the place of authenticity

[@tonyacabral2093]

Love see woman supporting and love unconditional and support when in need , love ❤️ you gals , 🥰 💪❤️always

[@murielsamuels4370]

I just loved this...Thank you.

[@SBUTLER3]

This was truly an excellent interview/ podcast …. (We need so much more of this) With three outstanding strong amazing woman….. sharing priceless wisdom. I wish and hope young women will watch this…. I will be sharing it with my amazingly talented crazy incredible daughter….

[@kendaddi5857]

These two women are so inspiring. I just love the fact that they maintained such impacting relationship after so many years. So much to learn from this interview. Thanks👏👏👏

[@bethcormier9459]

What a joy to watch! My three favorite women in the world! I've always felt that I could be personal friends with each of you. You have the same values that I feel are important. Thank you for sharing your friendship with us.

[@jmcreek7936]

Maria is a great person and very intelligent..

[@K.J.W.]

This was so good! Thank you.

[@lmwaters9617]

What a Wonderful podcast. I have a few girl friends of 50+ years and they are absolutely the most meaningful and cherished relationships that I have. Cherished, is a lovely and perfect word for it. Thank you for a beautiful 50 minutes. xo

[@user-fe3th5wl1l]

This was so great, girls sitting together and just talking. Thank you. ❤

[@AnnaMarieBooth.Educator]

Beautiful friendship - so heartwarming! 🥰. I have always loved both Maria and Oprah. Now I love them even more! Uplifting!

[@terrymott2816]

I watched this interview twice, so much love in that room.. ❤️

[@sylvie9256]

this was beautiful I live and Chicago and had the pleasure of seeing Oprah walk Solomon and Sophie on a regular basis.

[@rachelerynkalish2207]

Wow I am so moved listening to this incredible friendship! Thank u women for opening up the culture to deeper honesty, transformation and spirituality! Love u all. Sending this to my soul sisters. 💚🙏🏼💚🙏🏼💚carry on!

[@csanford476]

Really enjoyed watching this on friendship

[@sueandpatrick]

This feels like a normal lunch or dinner with girlfriends - well done, Hoda!

[@alexgreham7865]

Hello 👋 how are you doing today

[@maryanncastellano571]

Great interview loved it!❤️❤️❤️

[@Refreshing_Words]

Loved this! I had no idea of their deep friendship. ❤

[@snikpoh3894]

Watching Maria and Oprah describe their friendship made me realize I had the exact same thing with my best friend also. Same exact words. I couldn't have said it better myself. Thank you for putting those feelings into words because I've always been grateful, but I could never describe it like you did. Thank you. I am big fans of all of you. I have such great respect and envy for your talents with vocabulary and communication. ❤

[@riceycup]

Wow this was an awesome interview!

[@lifeonpoplar6511]

What a beautiful interview!!❤

[@anarichardson5675]

I really love this interview 💕

[@jerikydland9134]

I am so sorry that Oprah had such negative input from her audiences when she started her new show after she quit the talk show. I loved that new show! People should be able to make changes in their lives and branch out and experiment without the public being so negative. If it is not for you then watch something else. I loved the coverage of individual people we wouldn’t have heard about if not for Oprah! ❤️❤️❤️😘🤩

[@Ellietalk81]

Well said!!

[@priscillawagner8520]

I loved this!❤️🌼

[@rozihorn360]

So touching.

[@roselortega6758]

Little moments are so important!!! God bless all of you.

[@Bannerkim1]

Hi Hoda, I finally got to see, watch abd view your podcast, "Making Space". I got in on a great segment of friendship, interviewing, and persons in reporting, journalism, and life. Refreshing.

[@BootHeel54]

This was beautiful! So much inspiration in this interview.

[@elizabethwebb3950]

Thx for introducing me to the song

[@gracejohnson1926]

Besides OPRAH and MARIA…HODA KOTB IS WONDERFUL!❤️

[@Mac62671]

"looking the other way to get ahead" . That resonates at 52. Times are changing thank God

[@leeannleventini9103]

What a great show and so much wisdom, love and support. I sent this to several close friends because everything was so on point. Great job Hoda!

[@joanfriesen4455]

❤loved that talking session with you ladies ❤

[@lindamartinez9564]

Love them all and wish them the best always 🙏🏼