As 2022 comes to an end, we’re taking a look back at The View’s best (and worst) moments of the year, from Whoopi Goldberg’s ill-informed comments about the Holocaust to the co-hosts’ fabulous week in the Bahamas. Plus, Joe and Claire make an announcement about the future of The View in Review podcast. Show Topics What went wrong for The View in 2022, and where does the show stand going into next year (and beyond)?Breaking down The View’s highlights and lowlights of 2022Whoopi Goldberg put her foot in her mouth about the Holocaust to kick off an uneven yearJoy Behar’s “Don’t Touch Me” moment offered a whiff of behind-the-scenes dramaAlyssa Farah Griffin’s fight with Kellyanne Conway brought out a different side of the newly-minted fifth co-hostThe ladies finally had some fun during Bahamas Week with Sherri Shepherd, Bowen Yang, and Matt RogersTed Cruz’s interview and Little Amal made for a weird fallSaying goodbye to The View in Review podcastElsewhere on TV: The White Lotus; Survivor 43 References Whoopi Insists ‘The Holocaust Isn’t About Race’ (January 31) Joy Behar Not-So-Jokingly Tells Sara Haines to Stop Touching Her (February 15) Kellyanne Conway and Alyssa Farah Griffin Throw Down (May 24) Sherri Shepherd Talks ‘Flopping’ in the Ocean and Kandi Burruss’ Sex Toys in Off the Rails Interview (June 28)Little Amal Makes Guest Appearance on The View (September 28) Whoopi Goldberg Shuts Down Climate Protest During Ted Cruz Interview (October 24) The White Lotus Season 3 Should Ditch the Murder Mystery (Primetimer) Survivor 43’s Baffling Finale: Was This Season Truly Unsalvageable? (Primetimer) Discussion Tweet us @theviewinreviewTalk about The View in our forums

It was a month of celebration, ill-advised interviews, and ghostly sex on The View. In this episode of The View in Review, we discuss the co-hosts’ reaction to the midterm elections, The View’s Halloween spectacular, Joy Behar’s supernatural liaisons, and more. Show Topics Alyssa Farah Griffin wins over her co-hosts by celebrating Trump’s disappointing showing in the midtermsWhoopi Goldberg jumps to condemn climate protesters during Ted Cruz’s interviewThe View doesn’t miss with its classic TV characters Halloween extravaganza — save for the child dressed as the Oscars slapJoy Behar reveals she’s “had sex with a few ghosts”Whoopi implies Meghan Markle objectified herself on Deal or No DealFormer View co-host Candace Cameron Bure doesn’t want to see queer people in holiday moviesElsewhere on TV: The Crown Season 5; The White Lotus; Viola Davis’ EGOT competition References The View Hosts Declare Trump ‘The Single Biggest Loser’ of the Midterms (Claire’s November 9 recap) Whoopi Goldberg Shuts Down Climate Protest During Ted Cruz Interview (Claire’s October 24 recap) The View Celebrates Halloween as Classic Television Characters (Claire’s October 31 recap)Texas House Haunted by ‘Sexual’ Spirits (YouTube)Are You Sharing Your Home With a Ghost? (YouTube) Whoopi Goldberg Dismises Meghan Markle’s Deal or No Deal Critique (Claire’s October 19 recap) Candace Cameron Bure Wants to Put Christianity Back in Christmas Movies (Wall Street Journal) The Crown’s Efforts to Humanize the Royal Family Ring Hollow in Season 5 (Primetimer) The White Lotus Season 2 Needs Its Own Sydney Sweeney (Primetimer) With a Grammy Nomination, Viola Davis’ EGOT Is in Sight (Primetimer) Discussion Tweet us @theviewinreviewTalk about The View in our forums

After shaking off the early-season rust, The View has entered into a period of relative stability, with small moments of amusement replacing all-out political debates. In this episode of The View in Review, we discuss the co-hosts’ reaction to Little Amal, Ana Navarro’s beef with Alyssa Farah Griffin, Joy Behar’s 80th birthday, and more. Show Topics Whoopi Goldberg calls out a film critic who incorrectly assumed she wore a fat suit in TillLittle Amal both inspires and terrifiesAna Navarro is the only co-host who still (openly) dislikes Alyssa Farah GriffinJoy Behar isn’t interested in getting loud during her 80th birthday celebrationConstance Wu opens up about the abuse she experienced on Fresh Off the Boat in an emotional interviewJamie Lee Curtis offers a jolt of energy after a slog of a weekA housekeeping note: we’re going semi-monthly!Elsewhere on TV: Derry Girls Season 3; Angela Lansbury’s Emmys defeats References Whoopi addresses film critic who assumed she wore a fat suit in Till (YouTube)Little Amal on The View (YouTube) Ana Navarro Not-So-Subtly Rips Alyssa Farah Griffin (Claire’s October 3 recap) Joe Biden and Bette Midler Help The View Celebrate Joy Behar’s 80th Birthday (Claire’s October 12 recap)Constance Wu on allegations that Fresh Off the Boat producer sexually harassed her (YouTube) Jamie Lee Curtis Brings The View Back to Life as She Jokingly Unearths Ana Navarro’s ‘Porn Pics’ (Claire’s October 10 recap) Claire’s Derry Girls farewell (Primetimer)Joe’s analysis of Angela Lansbury’s Emmy-losing streak (Primetimer) Discussion Tweet us @theviewinreviewTalk about The View in our forums

And we're back. In this episode of The View in Review, we break down the first three weeks of The View Season 26, from Alyssa Farah Griffin’s uneventful interview with Hillary Clinton to Whoopi Goldberg’s continued disdain for pop culture Hot Topics. Plus, Sara Haines makes her voice heard and the co-hosts react to the death of Queen Elizabeth II. Show Topics Ana Navarro makes herself scarce with a two-day-a-week scheduleAlyssa Farah Griffin misses an opportunity with Hillary ClintonWhoopi Goldberg defends the monarchy and King Charles III in the wake of Queen Elizabeth II’s deathThe ladies finally realize Whoopi has no eyebrowsSara Haines calls out Sunny Hostin for criticizing Nikki Haley’s name changeSunny keeps Alyssa honest while discussing the Proud BoysWhoopi refuses to talk about the Adam Levine cheating dramaProducers, please stop inviting Neil deGrasse Tyson on The View!Elsewhere on TV: Do Revenge; Netflix’s Oscar chances References The View Kicks Off Season 26 Without Ana Navarro (Claire’s season premiere recap) Hillary Clinton Sidesteps Alyssa Farah Griffin’s ‘Deplorables’ Trap (Claire’s September 7 recap) Whoopi Goldberg Defends King Charles: ‘It’s Not His Job’ to Mend William and Harry’s Relationship (Claire’s September 13 recap) The Women of The ViewSuddenly Realize Whoopi Goldberg Has No Eyebrows (Claire’s September 12 recap) Sara Haines Shuts Down Sunny Hostin’s Nikki Haley Critique (Claire’s September 20 recap) Sunny Hostin Shades Alyssa Farah Griffin: ‘It’s Your Job to Know’ About the Proud Boys (Claire’s September 16 recap) A Baffled Whoopi Goldberg Talks Adam Levine Drama (Claire’s September 21 recap)Neil deGrasse Tyson on The View (YouTube) Claire’s Do Revenge soundtrack appreciation (Primetimer) Joe’s evaluation of Netflix’s Oscar chances (Primetimer) Discussion Tweet us @theviewinreviewTalk about The View in our forums

The View’s 25th season has comes to a close, we’re celebrating by looking back at where it all began. In this episode of The View in Review, we revisit  The View’s very first episode on August 11, 1997 and discuss how far the show has come since Barbara Walters & Co. made their daytime debut. We also break down the Season 26 co-host announcements and tease what’s to come in September. Show Topics The View names Alyssa Farah Griffin and Ana Navarro permanent co-hosts for Season 26Revisiting the first episode of The View from August 11, 1997How have Hot Topics evolved over the past 25 years?The co-hosts settled into their roles right away, with Meredith Vieira playing the objective journalist and Star Jones putting on her legal hatThe ladies offered their perspective on the “Summer of Infidelity” without delving into politicsThe View kicked off 25 years of relationship advice with a retrograde segment about “nagging” your husbandElsewhere on TV: The Sandman on Netflix References The View Makes It Official: Alyssa Farah Griffin Wins Panel’s Fifth Seat (Primetimer)Ana Navarro Gets View Promotion (Primetimer)The View’s First Episode: August 11, 1997 (Primetimer)Joe’s The Sandman review (Primetimer) Discussion Tweet us @theviewinreviewTalk about The View in our forums

The View made headlines this week, but you’d hardly know it from the ladies’ “Last Week of School” energy. In this episode of The View in Review, we discuss reports that Alyssa Farah Griffin has been hired as the new conservative co-host, Turning Point USA’s cease and desist letter, phrogging horror stories, and more. Show Topics ABC has yet to confirm it, but the Alyssa Farah Griffin era is almost upon usTurning Point USA issues a cease and desist letter to ABC News over “defamatory statements” made on The ViewThe ladies play a surprisingly intense game of $100,000 Pyramid with Michael StrahanSara Haines eulogizes Choco Tacos and Whoopi Goldberg can’t be bothered to discuss “phrogging”Elisabeth Hasselbeck returns next week as a guest co-hostElsewhere on TV: The Captain on ESPN; The Resort on Peacock References The View Taps Alyssa Farah Griffin to Replace Meghan McCain (Primetimer) Turning Point USA Issues Cease and Desist to ABC News (Fox News) The View Hosts Urge Republicans to ‘Speak Up’ After Neo-Nazis Gather at Turning Point USA Conference (Claire’s recap on Monday’s show)Michael Strahan Brings $100,000 Pyramid to The View (YouTube) The View Eulogizes Choco Tacos and Discusses ‘Phrogging’ (Claire’s recap of Wednesday’s show) 10 Scary Stories: ’A Little Hole in the Wall’ (Jezebel)Woman finds a room behind her bathroom mirror (Twitter/TikTok)Claire’s The Captain review (Primetimer)Joe’s The Resort review (Primetimer) Discussion Tweet us @theviewinreviewTalk about The View in our forums

With Sara Haines and Joy Behar out, The View called in reinforcements in the form of Ginger Zee and Juju Chang, who helped make the most of an odd week. In this episode of The View in Review, we discuss Joy’s absence, Alyssa Farah Griffin’s off-camera drama, Whoopi’s impassioned monologue about the Uvalde shooting, and more. Show Topics After signing a three-year contract, Joy Behar is nowhere to be foundWhat worked better without Joy, and what segments could have been improved by her presence?Alyssa Farah Griffin finds herself at the center of Republican lady dramaWhoopi Goldberg goes off on the paper that released footage of the Uvalde school shootingGinger Zee and Juju Chang stand their ground at the tableElsewhere on TV: All things Emmy nominations References Joy Behar Shuts Down Retirement Rumors, Signs Three-Year Deal With ABC (Primetimer) The View Hosts Mock Jill Biden’s Latinx ‘Taco’ Flub (Claire’s recap of Tuesday’s show) Stephanie Winston Wolkoff Takes Aim at Stephanie Grisham (Twitter) The Secret Support System for Former Aides Taking On Trump: The Other Women (Politico) Whoopi Goldberg Rails Against ‘Leaked’ Uvalde Shooting Footage (Claire’s recap of Wednesday’s show) Nine Takeaways From the 2022 Emmy Nominations (Primetimer) Discussion Tweet us @theviewinreviewTalk about The View in our forums

It’s The View with a view! In this episode of The View in Review, we break down The View’s 25th anniversary trip to the Bahamas, from lively guest segments to wacky pre-taped bits and everything in between. Show Topics The View’s week in the Bahamas offers a much-needed change in perspective.The co-hosts open the week with a serious discussion about the Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade.Sherri Shepherd puts her son on blast on national television.Bowen Yang and Matt Rogers bring Fire Island fun to the Caribbean.The View’s pre-taped segments leave something to be desired.Elsewhere on TV: Chloe on Prime Video; Laurie Metcalf’s Emmy nominations. References Whoopi Goldberg to Clarence Thomas: ‘You Better Hope They Don’t Come for You Next!’ (Joe’s recap of Monday’s show) Sherri Shepherd Talks ‘Flopping’ in the Ocean and Kandi Burruss’ Sex Toys (Claire’s recap of Tuesday’s show)Sherri Shepherd, Bowen Yang, and Matt Rogers Play ‘Shore Did, Beach Please!’ (YouTube) Joy Behar Adopts a New Identity in the Bahamas: Bartender and Wedding Officiant (Claire’s recap of Wednesday’s show)The View Takes Over Baha Mar Resort (YouTube)Claire’s Chloe Review (Primetimer) Every Laurie Metclaf Emmy Nomination, Ranked (Primetimer) Discussion Tweet us @theviewinreviewTalk about The View in our forums

The View has yet to name its fifth co-host, but in recent weeks a passionate online fan base of “Power Grangers” have thrown their support behind Lindsey Granger.  In this episode of The View in Review, we discuss the Power Grangers phenomenon with guest Sarah Kellysen, who runs The View History Twitter account, and break down Granger’s chances to nab the conservative seat. Show Topics Sarah Kellysen of The View History explains the Power Grangers phenomenon and lays out the case for Lindsey GrangerLindsey Granger and Alyssa Farah Griffin continue to vie for the frontrunner positionMeghan McCain’s four years on The View offer a lesson in what not to doPreviewing next week in the Bahamas with Sherri Shepherd, Chloe Fineman, and Tyra BanksElsewhere on TV: Ava from Hacks and The View; Emmy underdogs References The View History (Twitter) Lindsey Granger Says Prosecuting Trump for Jan. 6 Will ‘Ignite His Base to a Point of No Return’ (Claire’s recap of Wednesday’s show)The Co-Hosts Discuss Sen. John Cornyn and the Texas GOP (YouTube)Joy Behar Says Ex-Trumpers are ‘Recovering Addicts’ (YouTube) The View Announces Star-Studded Guest List for the Bahamas Week (ABC) Ava From Hacks Should Be The View’s Fifth Co-Host (Primetimer) 12 Emmy Underdogs Who Deserve Recognition (Primetimer) Discussion Tweet us @theviewinreviewTalk about The View in our forums

It was a week of unfulfilled promises on The View as the show delivered a half-baked 25th anniversary celebration and an “epic announcement” that proved to be... well, not-so-epic. In this episode of The View in Review, we discuss the original co-hosts’ reunion, Tara Setmayer’s return to the table, the ladies’ upcoming trip to the Bahamas, and more. Show Topics The View’s original co-hosts reunite to celebrate the show’s 25th anniversary, but did it live up to the hype?The OGs dish on their first chemistry test and Star Jones opens up about her struggle with her weightTara Setmayer draws Whoopi’s ire during a heated debate about banning assault weaponsSunny Hostin hates the British monarchy and Joy Behar throws shade at DisneyThe View pulls a bait-and-switch with its Bahamas announcementElsewhere on TV: Stranger Things Season 4, Volume 1 winners and losers References Original View Hosts Reveal Their Biggest Regret: ‘We Stopped Being Totally Honest With Each Other’ (Claire’s recap of Thursday’s show) Whoopi Goldberg and Tara Setmayer Spar Over Gun Reform (Claire’s recap of Wednesday’s show) Sunny Hostin Isn’t Celebrating the Platinum Jubilee: The Monarchy Was ‘Built on the Backs of Slaves’ (Claire’s recap of Friday’s show)The View Announces Trip to the Bahamas to Celebrate Season 25 (YouTube) Joe’s Stranger Things Season 4, Volume 1 winners and losers breakdown (Primetimer) Discussion Tweet us @theviewinreviewTalk about The View in our forums

We don't usually turn to The View to calm our frayed nerves, but this week saw the show at its very best as it met the moment to deliver an affecting and (one hopes) mobilizing plea for gun reform in the wake of the horrific mass shootings in Buffalo, New York and Uvalde, Texas. In this episode of The View in Review, we discuss the co-hosts’ reaction to the tragedies, Kellyanne Conway’s contentious appearance, the show’s impending “epic” announcement, and more. Show Topics The View scraps its 25th anniversary special to address the massacre at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, TexasWhoopi Goldberg takes a literal approach to Replacement TheoryOur best guesses about The View’s “epic announcement”Kellyanne Conway and Alyssa Farah Griffin’s ex-Trumper showdown unleashes chaosJoy Behar has questions about Ted Cruz’s Kate Beckinsale fantasyRachel Dratch’s Barbara Walters impression lightens things upElsewhere on TV: Survivor finale References Whoopi Goldberg Begs for Gun Reform (Claire’s recap of Wednesday’s show)Sandy Hook mom Nelba Márquez-Green on The View (YouTube) Sunny Hostin: Republicans Are ‘Angrier’ About Beto O’Rourke Than ‘The Massacre of 19 Children’ (Claire’s recap of Thursday’s show) Whoopi Goldberg Tells White Supremacists to ‘Send Proof That You Have Been Replaced’ (Claire’s recap of last Wednesday’s show) Kellyanne Conway and Alyssa Farah Griffin Throw Down (Claire’s recap of Tuesday’s show)Donald Trump Jr. on The View in November 2019 (YouTube) The View Hosts Mock Ted Cruz’s Kate Beckinsale ‘Fantasy’ (Claire’s recap of Monday’s show)Rachel Dratch on The View (YouTube) Joe’s Survivor finale recap (Primetimer) Discussion Tweet us @theviewinreviewTalk about The View in our forums

It's been a heavy couple of weeks on The View, but the ladies managed to inject some levity whenever possible. In this episode of The View in Review, we discuss the panel's reaction to the Supreme Court’s leaked Roe v. Wade decision, Alyssa Farah Griffin’s four days at the table, the drag queen takeover, and more. Show Topics Whoopi unloads on the Supreme Court’s impending Roe v. Wade vote.Alyssa Farah Griffin plays the compassionate conservative in a contentious debate about abortion.Meghan McCain corner: what’s the deal with her book sales?Joy Behar and Sara Haines’ feud emerges again after Joy mispronounces Patti LuPone’s name.The View’s Mother’s Day segment is surprisingly cute.The Drag Race All Stars take over The View.Elsewhere on TV: The Flight Attendant's coats; The Staircase. References Whoopi Goldberg Advocates for Roe v. Wade in Fiery Monologue (Claire’s recap of last Tuesday’s show) Joy Behar Scolds Alyssa Farah Griffin During Contentious Abortion Debate (Claire’s recap of Thursday’s show) Alyssa Farah Griffin Plays Defense as the Co-Hosts Blast Trump Officials’ ‘Apology Tour’ (Claire’s recap of Tuesday’s show) Meghan McCain’s Bad Republican Book Flops (Washington Examiner)Joy Calls Her “Patti Lu-Pon-ay” (YouTube)The View Co-Hosts Receive a Mother’s Day Surprise (YouTube)RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars Season 7 Cast on The View (YouTube) The Flight Attendant’s Coats are Driving Me Insane (Primetimer)Joe’s The Staircase review (Primetimer) Discussion Tweet us @theviewinreviewTalk about The View in our forums

It was Comedy Week on The View as Amber Ruffin filled in as guest co-host. In this episode of The View in Review, we discuss Ruffin’s four days at the table, Ana Navarro’s grumbly mood, White House Correspondents Dinner jokes, and more. Show Topics Amber Ruffin fails to reach her potential as guest co-hostIs Ana Navarro upset about not being considered for the fifth seat?Jane Lynch inspires a spirited discussion about proposalsJoy Behar fails to deliver Frank Santopadre’s White House Correspondents Dinner punchlinesViola Davis and Andrew Garfield delight as guestsElsewhere on TV: Julie on The Real World Homecoming: New Orleans; Under the Banner of Heaven References Amber Ruffin Isn’t Completely Dreading Trump’s Return to Twitter (Claire’s recap of Tuesday’s show) Ana Navarro Shades The View While Complaining About Trump Staffers’ ‘Apology Tours’ (Claire’s recap of Thursday’s show)The Ladies Discuss Marriage Proposals Gone Awry (YouTube) Joy Behar Offers Biden Comedy Advice Ahead of White House Correspondents Dinner (Claire’s recap of Friday’s show)Viola Davis on The View (YouTube)Andrew Garfield and Daisy Edgar-Jones on The View (YouTube) The Real World Homecoming’s Julie Stoffer Is the Most Stressful Character on TV Right Now (Primetimer)Joe’s Under the Banner of Heaven review (Primetimer) Discussion Tweet us @theviewinreviewTalk about The View in our forums

No Whoopi, no problem. In this episode of The View in Review, we discuss Alyssa Farah Griffin and Julia Haart filling in as guest co-hosts, The View’s conservative-skewing voiceover, fun throwback clips, and more. Show Topics Alyssa Farah Griffin and Julia Haart fill in for Whoopi Goldberg and Sara HainesSunny Hostin shuts down Griffin on COVID, Mike Pence, and gun reformDid Haart refuse to discuss her divorce and firing from Elite World Group?The View’s opening voiceover tries to court a conservative audience that doesn’t existJerrod Carmichael ignores the ladies’ cringey vibesJoan Rivers and Gilbert Gottfried clips remind Joy of getting fired from The ViewElsewhere on TV: The Kardashians; Melissa Beck (The Real World Homecoming: New Orleans) interview References Alyssa Farah Griffin Walks a Fine Line on COVID (Claire’s recap of Tuesday’s show) Sunny Hostin Isn’t Interested in Alyssa Farah Griffin’s Pence Defense (Claire’s recap of Wednesday’s show) The View Misses an Opportunity to Ask Julia Haart About Being Fired From Elite World Group (Claire’s recap of Thursday’s show)Jerrod Carmichael on The View (YouTube) Melissa Rivers Says Joan Rivers Would Still Be Talking About Barbara Walters Being ‘F*ck Buddies’ With David Letterman (Claire’s recap of Monday’s show)Claire’s The Kardashians review (Primetimer) Joe’s interview with The Real World: New Orleans' Melissa Beck (Primetimer) Discussion Tweet us @theviewinreviewTalk about The View in our forums

Intense political discussions and several WTF moments made for a bizarre week on The View. In this episode of The View in Review, we discuss Stephanie Grisham’s return, the co-hosts’ regressive attitudes toward sex, Joy’s feelings about Marjorie Taylor Greene’s facial hair, and more. Show Topics Stephanie Grisham brings good Trump White House tea, coupled with Fox News-style talking points.Were we too easy on Grisham last time?Lilly Singh veers into wellness guru territory with Be a Triangle.The View should interview more sex workers to counter the co-hosts’ ill-informed opinions on sex and relationships.Feel Good Friday lives up to its name in a totally unhinged segment.Elsewhere on TV: The Ultimatum; A Cultural History of the Hamptons. References Former Trump Staffer Stephanie Grisham Calls for Civility (Claire’s recap of Tuesday’s show) Joy Behar and Sunny Hostin School Stephanie Grisham: ‘Why Does This Sound Like Fox News?’ (Claire’s recap of Wednesday’s show) Stephanie Grisham Says Ginni Thomas Pushed Trump to Fire ‘Deep State’ Staffers (Claire’s recap of Thursday’s show)Lilly Singh Wants Everyone to ‘Be a Triangle’ (YouTube)Couples Explore Polyamory on Dating Show (YouTube)Claire’s The Ultimatum review (Primetimer) Joe’s Cultural History of the Hamptons (Primetimer) Discussion Tweet us @theviewinreviewTalk about The View in our forums

It was the slap heard ‘round the world. In this episode of The View in Review, we discuss the co-hosts’ reaction to Will Smith's Oscars meltdown, guest co-host Tara Setmayer, Meghan McCain’s online feud with Madison Cawthorn, and more. Show Topics The View spends all week talking about Will Smith slapping Chris Rock at the OscarsWhoopi Goldberg jumps through hoops to defend the Academy’s responseGuest co-host Tara Setmayer finally shows signs of life debating politics and The SlapMeghan McCain wants Madison Cawthorn to name the Republicans having cocaine-fueled orgiesRaven-Symoné is delightful in her return to The ViewWhoopi sweatshirt update: what is Kountry Laundry?Elsewhere on TV: The Girl From Plainville baseball; Survivor References Whoopi Goldberg Insists Will Smith Will Keep His Oscar After Slapping Chris Rock (Claire’s recap of Monday’s show) Whoopi Goldberg Shuts Down Tara Setmayer’s Complaints About Hypocritical ‘Hollywood Elites’ (Claire’s recap of Thursday’s show) Sunny Hostin and Tara Setmayer Throw Down Over AOC (Claire’s recap of Wednesday’s show) Meghan McCain Tells Madison Cawthorn to ‘Name Names’ Amid Drug-and-Orgy Claims (DailyMail)Raven-Symoné on The View (YouTube) Claire’s The Girl From Plainville baseball breakdown (Primetimer) Joe’s Survivor recap (Primetimer) Discussion Tweet us @theviewinreviewTalk about The View in our forums

It was another politics-heavy week on The View, with Lindsey Granger filling in to offer a different perspective on Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s Supreme Court confirmation hearing. In this episode of The View in Review, we discuss Granger’s two days at the table, Joy Behar’s abrasive interview style, Whoopi Goldberg’s statement sweatshirt, and more. Show Topics All signs still point to Alyssa Farah Griffin being named the next permanent co-hostLindsey Granger brings little knowledge to the conservatve seat over two frustrating daysShould Joy Behar stop interviewing celebrities?A new edition of the Joy Behar-Sara Haines conflict reportSunny Hostin’s over-invested approach to her son’s sex lifeWhoopi Goldberg makes a statement with her cutesy misanthrope sweatshirtElsewhere on TV: Best Oscars Hosts; Survivor; Starstruck References Alyssa Farah Griffin Blasts Fox News for ‘Helping Putin Get Away with Criminal Acts’ (Claire’s recap of last Monday’s show) Lindsey Granger Spars With Whoopi and Joy Over Covid Mandates (Claire’s recap of Tuesday’s show) Sunny Hostin Can’t Hide Her Disdain for Lindsey Granger (Claire’s recap of Wednesday’s show)John Cho on The View (YouTube)Are Narcissists Obsessed With Their Birthdays? (YouTube)Male Contraceptive Pill 99% Effective in Mice (YouTube)Whoopi’s cat-lover sweatshirt (Twitter) Joe’s Oscars host rankings (Primetimer) Joe’s Survivor recap (Primetimer)Claire’s Starstruck Season 2 review (Primetimer) Discussion Tweet us @theviewinreviewTalk about The View in our forums

The View’s tour of the Trump White House continued this week with guest co-host Stephanie Grisham. In this episode of The View in Review, we discuss Grisham’s surprising week at the table, Whoopi Goldberg’s dumb gay joke, Sunny Hostin’s attempt to Wendy Williams-ify The View, and more. Show Topics Guest co-host Stephanie Grisham tries to play down her work in the Trump White House and avoids conflict with the panelIt’s time for the co-hosts to start saying Trump’s name againWhoopi Goldberg makes a stupid joke about Trump and Putin ‘K-I-S-S-I-N-G’Does Sunny Hostin really want to be Wendy Williams?The ladies objectify Christopher Meloni for 10 straight minutesWhoopi says she would’ve smelled the serial killer “stink” on Ted BundyElsewhere on TV: RuPaul’s Drag Race Snatch Game References Sunny Hostin Interrogates Stephanie Grisham (Claire’s recap of Wednesday’s show) Whoopi Urges Trump to ‘Just Come Out’ After Weeks of ‘Glowing’ Praise for Putin (Claire’s recap of Tuesday’s show)The co-hosts discuss RHONJ’s Jennifer vs Melissa fight (YouTube)Christopher Meloni on The View (YouTube) Whoopi Goldberg’s Dates Must Pass a Smell Test (Claire’s recap of Thursday’s show) Joe’s Snatch Game breakdown (Primetimer) Discussion Tweet us @theviewinreviewTalk about The View in our forums

Expect the unexpected when Michele Tafoya stops by The View. In this episode of The View in Review podcast, we discuss Tafoya’s return to the table, the ongoing search for a fifth co-host, Joy Behar’s slip and fall, and more. Show Topics Michele Tafoya is more cringey than expected in her return to The ViewIs The View still looking for a permanent fifth co-host?Joy Behar takes a tumble while trying to get in her chairSara Haines’ son might be a nightmareSheryl Lee Ralph reminds us why she’s a starElsewhere on TV: Daria turns 25; President Zelenskyy plays the penis piano References The View Hosts Shut Down Michele Tafoya’s Right-Wing Talking Points (Claire’s recap of Tuesday’s show) Joy Behar Clashes with Guest Co-Host Michele Tafoya (Claire’s recap of Wednesday’s show) Joy Behar Takes a Nasty Fall During The View’s Opening Moments (Claire’s recap of Thursday’s show)Sara Haines’ Son Peed on the Floor (YouTube)Sheryl Lee Ralph on The View (YouTube) MTV’s Daria Turns 25 (Primetimer) Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy Plays the Piano with His Penis in Viral Video (Primetimer) Discussion Tweet us @theviewinreviewTalk about The View in our forums

Get on your feet! In this episode of The View in Review podcast, we discuss the co-hosts (quite literally) putting their feet up on the table for a frank discussion about WikiFeet, original moderator Meredith Vieira’s return to The View, Sara Haines’ ‘80s rocker look, and more. Show Topics Joy Behar brags about her WikiFeet rating and all toes break looseMeredith Vieira returns for far too little timeSara Haines goes full Grease to discuss Russia’s invasion of UkraineMeghan McCain thinks And Just Like That is too “woke”Whoopi was reportedly in contention to host the Oscars before the Holocaust controversyWill Michele Tafoya be more extreme in her return to The View next week?Elsewhere on TV: Drew Barrymore reacts to Penn Badgley; Justin Lin’s epic Community episode References Joy plops her bare feet on the table, Sara follows (YouTube)Meredith Vieira Returns to The View Table as Guest Co-Host (YouTube) The View Adopts a Somber Tone to Discuss Putin’s Attack on Ukraine (Claire’s recap of Thursday’s show) Meghan McCain: Sex and the City died of wokeness (DailyMail)Whoopi’s Oscars Miss (The Ankler) Drew Barrymore Absolutely Loses Her Mind During Surprise Visit From Penn Badgley (Primetimer) Revising Justin Lin’s Community Episode (Primetimer) Discussion Tweet us @theviewinreviewTalk about The View in our forums