The revolving door of conservative guest hosts on The View has brought fresh faces, unexpected conversations, and even a few blizzards to the iconic daytime talk show. With regular co-host Alyssa Farah Griffin away on maternity leave, February 2026 has seen a parade of guest hosts stepping in to fill her seat—each bringing their own perspectives, personalities, and, sometimes, a bit of drama. Among the most notable guest hosts in recent weeks: reality TV star Savannah Chrisley and conservative commentator Amanda Carpenter, both of whom left their marks on the show in very different ways.
Savannah Chrisley, best known for her role on Chrisley Knows Best, took her turn at the table first. According to Deadline, Chrisley admitted she arrived with a bundle of expectations—mostly that her liberal co-hosts, like Whoopi Goldberg and Joy Behar, would be combative or even mean. "I came into this with some ideas of what was going to happen," Chrisley later confessed on the show’s Behind the Table podcast. "I thought Whoopi and Joy were going to be a pain in my ass and just these mean women. And I was wrong… Yes, I was wrong, and I went into this, and it goes to show: stop judging."
It turned out that Joy Behar, in particular, was nothing like Chrisley had anticipated. Off camera, the two found themselves laughing together and even discussing Chrisley’s famously embattled parents. Behar, never one to shy away from a pointed question, asked, "What did they go to prison for?" Chrisley responded with candor, "Joy, you should know. You called them ‘tax cheats.’… It’s the funniest thing, though. Like, you literally tell her something, and she talks about it, and then she forgets it." The exchange, while lighthearted, highlighted the kind of unscripted moments that have kept The View relevant for decades.
But not every interaction was so easygoing. Chrisley recounted a more tense moment with co-host Sunny Hostin, a former federal prosecutor. "I’m the only one at the table who believes differently. I thought there was going to be some contention. Day 1 was a little iffy. Sunny and I, we didn’t have words, but during a commercial break it was conversation about my parents, and she was like, ‘Well, didn’t a jury convict them?’ And I was like, ‘Did you know that prosecutors were spewing false information and there was Fourth Amendment violations, Brady violations?’ So there was a little hostility there. She’s a prosecutor, so I was like, ‘I’m not a fan of hers.’ But then today she and I had a conversation off camera. She was like, ‘Well, I didn’t understand this.’ And I was like, ‘I am sorry if I came off as defensive. It’s obviously my family and I’m always going to defend them.'"
These candid exchanges, as reported by Deadline, offered viewers a window into the real, sometimes raw, emotions that swirl behind the scenes of daytime television. Chrisley’s willingness to address her family’s legal troubles and to engage openly with co-hosts who challenged her views was a reminder of why guest hosts can bring new energy—and sometimes controversy—to the show’s familiar format.
Just as the dust was settling from Chrisley’s stint, The View welcomed another conservative guest host: Amanda Carpenter. Carpenter, a former senior staffer to Senators Jim DeMint and Ted Cruz, has worn many hats—columnist for The Washington Times, CNN commentator, and now, advocacy leader at Project Democracy. Her first day as guest host was Monday, February 23, 2026, but it was anything but ordinary. As TV Insider reported, New York City was hit by extreme winter weather, leaving the studio empty of its usual live audience. Even moderator Whoopi Goldberg was snowed in at home, joining the panel via video chat.
Despite the unusual circumstances, Goldberg made Carpenter feel right at home—virtually, at least. "I do want to welcome our guest cohost this week, conservative commentator and writer-editor at Project Democracy. Amanda Carpenter. Amanda, welcome to The View, baby," Goldberg said, setting a friendly tone for the show. Carpenter, in turn, introduced herself to viewers who might not be familiar with her work outside the Beltway. "Thank you so much for having me back. Since I’ve been here last, I’ve transitioned into advocacy work, and so [I’m] very happy to be at the table, very still into promoting conservative policies. But since the rise of Trump, I’ve come to realize that nothing matters if we don’t have the rule of law. So that’s where I’m devoting all of my time now, and I have a lot of work. So thank you for having me," she explained.
Carpenter’s previous appearance on The View in 2021 had been marked by heated exchanges—especially over Texas abortion laws, where she clashed with Sunny Hostin and drew criticism from some viewers. This time around, however, the tone was a bit more harmonious. According to TV Insider, Carpenter found herself in agreement with her co-hosts on several issues, including the controversy over FBI Director Kash Patel being filmed partying in Milan with the Team U.S.A. men’s hockey champions, and the Supreme Court’s decision to strike down tariffs imposed by Donald Trump. It was a rare moment of unity on a show known for its spirited debates.
Carpenter’s guest hosting run was scheduled through Wednesday, February 25, 2026, making her the second conservative to fill in during Griffin’s leave. The show’s producers, it seems, are keen to maintain a balance of perspectives at the table, especially during a period of national political tension and shifting alliances within the conservative movement.
The absence of a studio audience during Carpenter’s debut was a stark reminder of how much the energy of The View depends on its live crowd. Yet, even in a nearly empty studio, the conversation managed to stay lively—and sometimes even more candid. Without the immediate feedback of applause or groans, the co-hosts appeared to lean into the substance of their debates, focusing on the issues at hand rather than playing to the crowd.
For both Chrisley and Carpenter, guest hosting The View was more than just a chance to share their opinions—it was also an opportunity to bridge divides, challenge assumptions, and, perhaps, change a few minds. Chrisley’s journey from skepticism to camaraderie with Joy Behar, and her willingness to hash out differences with Sunny Hostin, underscored the possibility of finding common ground, even when the stakes are personal. Carpenter’s focus on rule of law and her ability to agree with liberal co-hosts on certain issues showed that ideological lines aren’t always as rigid as they might seem.
As The View continues to rotate guest hosts during Alyssa Farah Griffin’s maternity leave, viewers can expect more surprises, more unscripted moments, and—if the February weather holds—perhaps a few more empty studios. But if recent weeks are any indication, the show’s commitment to lively, honest debate is as strong as ever. The faces at the table may change, but the conversation, it seems, never stops.
Even in the absence of its regular cast and live audience, The View remains a unique forum where personalities clash, alliances form, and the messy, unpredictable nature of live television is on full display.