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Reigning NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will also appear for a chat on that night&#8217;s episode.<\/p>\n<p>Later, Riley Green will take the stage for a musical performance.<\/p>\n<p>A complete look at upcoming listings follows:<\/p>\n<p>Thursday, August 28: Guests include Chris Pratt, Rose Byrne, mgk and musical guest mgk. (OAD 8\/4\/25)<\/p>\n<p>Friday, August 29: Guests include Austin Butler, Judd Apatow and musical guest Royel Otis. (OAD 8\/12\/25)<\/p>\n<p>Monday, September 1: Guests include Seth Rogen, Heidi Klum and comedian Derrick Stroup. (OAD 8\/6\/25)<\/p>\n<p>Tuesday, September 2: Guests include Jessica Chastain, Paul Mescal &#038; Josh O&#8217;Connor, Sabrina Impacciatore and musical guest Arthur Hanlon, Carlos Vives &#038; Goyo. Show #2176<\/p>\n<p>Wednesday, September 3: Guests include Steve Buscemi, David Byrne, Malin Akerman and musical guest David Byrne. 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