TODAY

NBC’s Christine Romans shares creative ways to enjoy festive and free holiday fun this season. Plus, a look back at the memories and moments that stood out this year during the 3rd hour of TODAY. And Neil Patrick Harris stops by to talk about hosting the game show “What’s in the Box?” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Actor James Van Der Beek opens up about his battle with colon cancer. Plus, TODAY’s Sheinelle Jones surprises young ballerinas with a trip to see “The Nutcracker.” And Matt Hranek stops by to share game-day recipes for sausage and mushroom stew and pulled pork sandwiches. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The suspect in shootings at Brown University and of an MIT professor was found dead in New Hampshire. Also, the Kennedy Center’s board is trying to change the name of the iconic institution to the “Trump Kennedy Center,” drawing pushback from the Kennedy family. And a plane crash kills NASCAR legend Greg Biffle and his family. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

NBC’s senior consumer investigative correspondent Vicky Nguyen breaks down how to navigate holiday shopping and return policies. Also, with just 50 days until the 2026 Winter Olympics, NBC’s Savannah Sellers spends a day with Team USA bobsledders as they do their unique wind-tunnel training. Plus, James Beard Award-winning restaurateur Drew Nieporent shares life lessons on how to be the perfect dining guest. And, a holiday gift guide to the hottest toys to shop for this year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A closer look at the growing trend of saving old home videos and photos as digital memories. Also, an exciting look back at what a year it’s been, including all the fun and laughs we shared in 2025. Plus, chef Laura Vitale shares a delicious recipe for Gruyere bacon twists and cheddar sausage rolls. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.