(CNN) If it weren't surrounded by bright stage lights and housed on a stage on the Universal backlot, the set of Kelly Clarkson's new talk show could be the setting for the coolest new bar in Austin, Texas.

With natural and cozy textures, expertly mismatched patterns and funky light choices throughout, it projects a warm and inviting vibe that's not unlike the one the first-time talk show host projects herself.

"I love talking and I genuinely like people," Clarkson says.

Case in point, it took her mere seconds for her to prove that true as we sat to be mic'd up for our interview. A producer, seemingly used to finding ways to elegantly interrupt chatty Clarkson, had to step in so we could start recording the interview properly.

"We learn so much from others when we take the time to listen," Clarkson adds.

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