Could artificial intelligence change the outcome of the 2026 midterm elections? As Americans head to the polls on Election Day, AI expert, bestselling author, and tech entrepreneur Chris Dessi joins Natasha Verma on Talking with Natasha to explore how artificial intelligence is reshaping American politics—and becoming a political issue itself. From deepfake videos and AI-generated campaign ads to misinformation and voter manipulation, we’re examining how AI could influence what Americans see, believe, and ultimately decide at the ballot box.
Plus, the growing controversy surrounding AI data centers. Could these massive facilities drive up electricity bills, strain local resources, and influence how Americans vote? And are the economic benefits worth the environmental and infrastructure costs? Can you still trust what you see online? Is Washington doing enough to regulate AI? And how much power should Big Tech have over our elections and everyday lives? A timely Election Day conversation about technology, democracy, and the future of America.

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Can A.I. Sway the 2026 Midterm Elections? | Chris Dessi Explains

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What does it take to beat Bobby Flay, build a restaurant in
New York City, and redefine Indian food in America?
Just in time for Diwali, Food Network champion Chef Aarthi
Sampath joins Natasha Verma on Talking with Natasha for a flavorful
conversation about food, family, culture, and the American dream.
From winning Chopped and Beat Bobby Flay to
opening her East Village restaurant, Drāvida, Aarthi shares her journey from
Mumbai to Manhattan, the untold stories of the South Asian diaspora, and why
Indian cuisine is so much more than the staples.
Plus, we're tasting signature dishes from Drāvida!
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Diwali Like You've Never Tasted It! Food Network Champ Chef Aarthi Sampath

Is Elizabeth Holmes manipulating us all? And why do we keep falling for people who may not be who they seem?
Clinical psychologist Dr.Sabrina Romanoff joins Natasha Verma to unpack the psychology behind Nathan Fielder’s new Elizabeth Holmes documentary, You Can See Everything. From deception and manipulation to the blurred lines between authenticity and performance,
we explore why Holmes continues to captivate audiences—and whether we're being fooled all over again.
 Then, we're diving into the hottest dating and relationship trends: cuffing season, winter coating, rubber band dating, bless and release, and filler friends. Why do exes come crawling back when temperatures drop? Are we lowering our standards to avoid being single? Why do people pull away only to come back? And how do you know when it's time to walk away?
 

 
 
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Is Elizabeth Holmes Manipulating Us ALL? A Psychologist Explains

New York sports are never short on drama — but the biggest changes may be happening off the field.
Sports personality, content creator & host Keith McPherson joins Natasha Verma to break down the latest with the Yankees, Knicks, Giants and Jets — and explore how today's athletes are becoming CEOs, media personalities and brands.
From Jalen Brunson building a business empire beyond basketball to athletes taking control of their own stories, we're asking: Is being great at your sport still enough?
Plus, Keith shares his journey from sports fan to one of New York's recognizable sports voices, and what it takes to build a career in the changing world of sports media.

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NY Sports Are Changing. So Is the Business of Being an Athlete | Keith McPherson

Birria pizza dipped in consommé. Philly cheesesteak Sicilian. Chicken cutlet, pepperoni AND fries on one pie?!
Vishee Mandahar is the co-founder of Krave It, the Queens-born pizza shop known for turning outrageous food mashups into viral hits.
Vishee joins Natasha Verma to talk about building Krave It from a neighborhood shop in Bayside into a growing multi-location brand, the creativity behind his most viral pizzas, and his journey as an Indian entrepreneur carving out his own lane in the pizza business.
And of course — Natasha is trying the food.
Plus, Vishee talks expansion, what makes a pizza go viral and where Krave It is headed next.

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The Wildest Pizza in NYC? Meet the Man Behind Krave It

Are singles officially over dating apps?
Liv Schreiber — founder of Hot and Single, Hot and Social and the viral women’s retreat Camp Social — joins Natasha Verma to talk about the changing rules of dating, the reality of dating in New York City, why singles are craving real-life connection again and what she’s learned after helping create four marriages.
Liv also reveals what’s next: her move into private matchmaking, a new singles event for dog parents, 2027 Camp Social and the launch of her new luxury retreat, Bunk One.
Plus: Are we too picky? Has endless swiping made dating harder? Should your friends help choose who you date? And is finding a great female friendship sometimes harder than finding a boyfriend?
A candid conversation about dating, friendship and how we’re actually finding connection in 2026.

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Are Dating Apps Over? Liv Schreiber Is Bringing Matchmaking Back

Melba Wilson turned a neighborhood restaurant into a Harlem institution — and now her incredible story is headed to television.
The legendary restaurateur behind Melba’s sits down with Natasha Verma to talk about building her soul food empire, the family and Harlem roots that shaped her, and the hustle behind more than 20 years of success.
 
Plus, Melba opens up about American Comfort, the new Apple TV comedy inspired by her life and restaurant, starring Danielle Brooks as Melba, written by black-ish creator Kenya Barris and executive produced by Oprah Winfrey — with Melba herself serving as an executive producer.
 From her famous chicken and eggnog waffles to entrepreneurship, community, legacy and now Hollywood — this is the story behind the woman who made Melba’s a New York institution.
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How Melba Wilson Built a Harlem Food Empire | Talking with Natasha

They called him “broken.” Chris Hannah saw something completely different.
In 2017, elementary school music teacher Chris Hannah adopted Cole, a deaf pit bull puppy who had been passed over because of his disability. What happened next turned Cole into a nationally recognized therapy dog — and sparked a mission centered on acceptance, empathy and the idea that our differences can become our greatest strengths.
Cole communicates through hand signals and American Sign Language and has spent years working with children, veterans and hospice patients. In 2023, he was named the ASPCA’s Dog of the Year.
On this episode of Talking with Natasha, Chris and Cole join Natasha Verma to talk about their unlikely journey together, how you communicate with a dog who can’t hear, the children Cole has impacted, overcoming stereotypes around both deafness and pit bulls — and what Cole has taught Chris about being different.

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They Called This Deaf Dog “Broken.” Then He Changed Thousands of Lives | Cole the Deaf Dog

It’s Shock O’Clock! Viral streamer and content creator JShock joins Natasha for burgers from 7th Street Burger and a conversation that goes beyond the memes 
From working at the post office to blowing up online, attending Kai Cenat’s Streamer University and becoming known for his food reviews, “mucking” and unmistakable personality, JShock opens up about the unlikely road to internet fame. We talk dating, dealing with newfound attention, the story behind Shock O’Clock, his friendship with some of the biggest names in streaming — and what people might not know about the man behind the viral clips

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It’s Shock O’Clock! JShock on Dating & Viral Fame -- over 7th Street Burgers

Celebrity insider Rob Shuter is back on Talking with Natasha — and there’s a lot to unpack.

Rob dishes on the latest drama surrounding Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, what their next chapter could mean for the Royal Family, and the inspiration behind his upcoming royal novel, Queen Elizabeth III: The New American House of Windsor.

Plus, we look back at the extraordinary life and legacy of Dolly Parton and discuss the shocking death of Heroes and Nashville star Hayden Panettiere at just 36 and the complicated conversation around celebrity, tragedy and the stories that emerge after a star is gone.

From Buckingham Palace to Hollywood, Rob takes us inside the biggest celebrity stories making headlines right now

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Harry & Meghan Trouble? Rob Shuter Spills Royal Secrets

Actress, runner and content creator Stephany Goulart is bringing women together one mile at a time.

Stephany joins Natasha Verma on Talking with Natasha to talk about building Run Like a Girl NYC, a run club designed around something bigger than fitness: making friends and finding community in New York City.

From balancing acting with running to putting yourself out there in a city that can sometimes feel surprisingly lonely, Stephany opens up about why running became such an important part of her life — and how a simple 5K can turn strangers into friends.

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Actress Stephany Goulart Is Building NYC’s Run Club for Women

Tennis legend and longtime broadcaster Patrick McEnroe joins Natasha Verma to break down the biggest storylines heading into the 2026 US Open: the favorites to win it all, the players poised for a breakout run, the Americans who could make some noise — and the matchups he can’t wait to see.

Patrick also takes us behind the scenes of calling the US Open alongside his brother, John McEnroe, and shares what it’s really like having two McEnroes in the booth.

Plus, we get a first look at Patrick’s next chapter: The Mac Daddy Show, his new show with Rich “Big Daddy” Salgado launching August 26, featuring candid conversations with some of the biggest names in sports and entertainment — including Michael Strahan, Bryan Cranston, Alan Alda and Brandi Chastain.

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Patrick McEnroe’s US Open Predictions

Psychologist Dr. Sabrina Romanoff is back—and we’re breaking down the relationship trends everyone is talking about right now.

From “friendship bombing” and the rise of girls’ trips to getting back with an ex, “chalant” dating and the friendships that don’t survive wedding season, Dr. Romanoff explains the psychology behind how we date, connect and sometimes completely misread each other.

It’s dating, friendship, boundaries and modern relationships—decoded.
 

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Why We Go Back to Exes, Lose Friends & Fall Too Fast | Dr. Sabrina Romanoff

Natasha sits down with Priti Malik, co-host of The Kris Fade Show, one of the biggest morning radio shows in the UAE. Born and raised in Queens, New York, Priti shares how she went from dreaming big in NYC to building a broadcasting career halfway across the world in Dubai. We talk about growing up Indian-American, why she’ll always be a Knicks fan, the power of authenticity on the radio, and yes… she even teaches Natasha a few Bhangra moves.

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How a Girl From Queens Became One of Dubai’s Biggest Radio Stars | Priti Malik

The ultimate NYC crossover episode. Natasha sits down with the hilarious LizaBanks Campagna, a comedian who makes a living doing the two hardest jobs in New York City: making people laugh, and successfully navigating tourists through Grand Central Terminal.
LizaBanks' comedy is a masterclass in internet chaos and on-the-ground storytelling. When she’s not doing stand-up across the five boroughs (and the rest of the country), she’s the resident NYC Tour Guide for The Metropolitan Museum of Art and Grand Central. She’s been featured in The Cut and on the Today Show, which basically means she's officially certified to yell at you for standing in the bike lane.

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Don't Stop in the Middle of the Sidewalk! Comedian & Tour Guide LizaBanks Campagna

The FIFA World Cup 26 is reaching its epic climax! As the remaining teams battle it out in the final stages of the knockout brackets, who has what it takes to survive the Semi-Finals and secure the ultimate victory in the Grand Final?

Join us on Talking with Natasha LIVE for an exclusive breakdown of the biggest moments, matchups, and predictions as we head into the final stretch of the tournament.

Natasha is joined by a true soccer powerhouse: Renee Washington!

From the broadcasting desk to the pitch, Renee brings unparalleled expertise and insight into the beautiful game

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Who Wins It All? FIFA World Cup '26 Finals Preview ft. Renee Washington

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s wedding was the event
everyone is talking about—but what really went into pulling it off?
This week on Talking with Natasha, Natasha is joined by
celebrity wedding planner JoAnn Gregoli to break down the reported
details of the star-studded celebration at Madison Square Garden—from the
design and logistics to the trends that could shape weddings for years to come.
Then we take a step back to talk about the future of weddings:
what’s in, what’s out, where couples should spend (and save), and how celebrity
weddings are changing the way we celebrate.
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Celebrity Wedding Planner Breaks Down Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce’s MSG Wedding

Reality check from Sports broadcaster, host & content creator Alex Day as he joins Natahsa to break down the latest from the Knicks’ championship run, react to Game 3, and discuss what has made this team connect with fans in a way few Knicks teams ever have. We also dive into the fascinating world of sports superstitions from lucky jerseys and pregame routines to the rituals fans refuse to break during a playoff run!

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Knicks Fever, NBA Finals & Fan Superstitions | Alex Day

Can an elite mentalist actually read my mind? Since it's my birthday, I put international mentalist Michael Samen to the ultimate test to see if he could read my mind LIVE on Talking with Natasha. Michael has performed in some of the highest-pressure rooms in the world, including the World Economic Forum in Davos. In this episode, we unpack the psychology of mind-reading and explore how shared moments of wonder can completely shatter corporate hierarchy and status. From fooling billionaires to bringing mentalism back to the public through street performances, Michael tears down the "pedestal" we put celebrities on to show that, at our core, everyone just wants to be amazed. We dive into what mentalism actually is from a psychological perspective, how he got his start, and what life as a mentalist really looks like.

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Did this mentalist mess up?

"Human fracking." It sounds like science fiction, but Princeton Professor D. Graham Burnett says it’s already happening to you every single day. Just like oil companies frack the earth for oil, trillion-dollar tech corporations are pumping digital "slop" into your feed to blast your attention to the surface—and sell it to the highest bidder. In this episode, Natasha sits down with the co-editor of ATTENSITY! to pull back the curtain on the multi-trillion-dollar land-grab for your consciousness, why your attention is literally being mined, and how we can finally fight back against the algorithm.
 

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