Meet the Press Dec. 28 — Hoda Kotb, Mel Robbins, Marcus Samuelsson and Jon M. Chu
Dec 28, 2025
Hoda Kotb, a former Today show host and wellness advocate, shares her journey of resilience after a cancer diagnosis and launching a new wellness app, Joy 101. Mel Robbins dives into her transformative 'Let Them' theory, offering insights on letting go to regain control, while also discussing her powerful Five-Second Rule for overcoming procrastination. Chef Marcus Samuelsson explores his multicultural culinary identity and the challenges within the restaurant industry. Jon M. Chu highlights the importance of Asian American representation in Hollywood and warns against the rise of AI's influence on culture.
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Let Them, Then Let Me
- Mel Robbins recommends the "Let Them, Let Me" approach: stop trying to control others and reclaim your energy.
- Say "let them" when frustrated, then "let me" to take back focus and act on yourself.
Rocket Launch That Ended Procrastination
- Mel Robbins shared hitting rock bottom: job loss, near-bankruptcy, heavy drinking, and paralysis at home.
- She described using a rocket-launch idea to stand up and break procrastination with a five-second action.
Use Five Seconds To Beat Hesitation
- Mel Robbins teaches the Five-Second Rule: act within five seconds of an impulse to prevent hesitation from killing action.
- She stresses training yourself to do unpleasant necessary tasks rather than waiting for motivation.