Best Viola Davis Podcasts (2025)

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From HBCU Pushback to Power: Hope Giselle on activism, survival, and writing your own script 57:08

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Send us a text The room laughed—and Hope chose to build a bigger stage. That’s the energy we bring into this conversation with author, artist, and activist Hope Giselle, a world-changer who turned rejection at a conservative HBCU into a blueprint for queer visibility, campus safety, and unapologetic self-worth. We trace the path from “you’ll never …

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Bounce Back, But Make It Fashion 58:22

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Send us a text What if every no you’re hearing is quietly saving you for a yes that fits? We sit down with Coach Dawn “The Diva Coach” Thornton—now leading Alabama A&M women’s basketball—to unpack how she turned layoffs, long waits, and public doubt into a platform built on faith, preparation, and unapologetic style. It’s a story that moves from WI…

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S8E2 - Book Club: New Nigeria County by Clare Brown 1:07:14

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This book was so much fun. Most of our members gave this one 5 stars and for good reason. Take a listen to our podcast and put this audiobook on your next reading list. Notes to get in touch, support me, and other platforms I support. Here's the ⁠⁠⁠Be Seen Podcast⁠⁠⁠ episode I was in. ⁠Get a Libro.FM credit bundle⁠ for yourself and/or that special …

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From Mississippi to Millions: How Kerri Paul Built Her Restaurant Empire 43:20

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Send us a text What would happen if you stopped begging for a seat at someone else's table and built your own instead? That's exactly what Kerri Paul, a self-described "regular little southern girl" from Mississippi, decided to do. After leaving corporate America behind, she's now the proud co-owner of three thriving Brick and Spoon restaurants acr…

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S8E1 - Book Club: The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde 55:10

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Book Club is a great way to appreciate or not appreciate a book and it's great to hear everyone's point of view. The Picture of Dorian Gray is a classic that has stood the test of time and we talk about how it might have been viewed when it was first published. Take a listen. Here's the ⁠⁠⁠Be Seen Podcast⁠⁠⁠ episode I was in. ⁠Get a Libro.FM credit…

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Kate Hudson: It's All in the Family | 293 47:01

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Kate Hudson was born into show business. The daughter of actor Goldie Hawn and musician Bill Hudson, Kate’s raised by Goldie and Kurt Russell and grows up on film sets. And while she could have gone the nepo baby route, she opts to do it herself. After wowing critics and audiences with her star turn in Cameron Crowe’s 2000 hit “Almost Famous,” Kate…

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Dancing Through Life with Briannagh D 35:37

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Send us a text Meet Briannagh D, the 23-year-old musical powerhouse who defies expectations at every turn. From earning her master's degree at Columbia to collaborating with hip-hop legend MC Lyte, she's built an impressive career while maintaining an authenticity that's genuinely refreshing. The conversation begins with Briannagh sharing her remar…

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Robin Williams: Humor and Heart | 292 51:01

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Robin Williams is the definition of a powerhouse. An all-star comedian, stand-up, and actor, Robin hits it big with his breakout role on TV’s “Mork & Mindy.” After that, he becomes one of Hollywood’s most successful - and most beloved - stars. With performances in movies like “Good Morning Vietnam,” “Dead Poets Society,” and his Oscar-winning turn …

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Demi Moore: A Woman of Substance | 291 49:48

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At the age of 62, Demi Moore is now officially Hollywood’s comeback kid. She bursts onto the scene in 80s classics like “St. Elmo’s Fire” and “About Last Night,” and establishes herself as one of Tinseltown’s hottest young stars and as a bonafide member of the “Brat Pack.” But despite being one of Hollywood’s heavy hitters, the “Ghost” star just ca…

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Eddie Murphy: A Raw Talent | 290 47:18

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Not many celebrity careers have the legs of Eddie Murphy’s. He starts out as a teenage stand up comic and soon becomes the breakout star on “Saturday Night Live.” Then Eddie seamlessly transitions from the small screen to the silver screen with comedies like “Beverly Hills Cop,” “48 Hours,” and “Trading Places.” And with his specials “Delirious” an…

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'It (Never) Ends' with Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively, Brandi Glanville's Gnarly Nair Routine, and Teddi Mellencamp on '50-50' Cancer Odds 21:28

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On this week’s episode of “Rich and Weekly,” we have the latest in the never ending “It Ends with Us” drama. Both Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni have been swapping legal barbs since January. And just last week, when Blake sat down to give her deposition, she got what the press are characterizing as a “surprise visit” from her former IEWU co-star a…

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Oscar Isaac: Against the Grain | 289 46:40

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Oscar Isaac is an actor who’s no stranger to epic movie franchises. Born in Guatemala, Oscar knows from an early age that he wants to do something creative. After landing on acting, he graduates from Juilliard, one of the country's most prestigious acting conservatories. From here - Oscar is off and running. The “Star Wars” and “Dune” actor has mad…

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Leonardo DiCaprio: King of the World | 288 43:23

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Capping off ETR’s “Summer Blockbuster Month,” we've got a man who has some experience in that department - Leonardo DiCaprio. After gaining traction with his performance in 1996's “Romeo + Juliet,” Leo stars in one of the most blockbustery blockbusters off all time - “Titanic.” It makes him a bonafide movie star, solidifies his heart throb status, …

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Rich and Weekly: Colbert Claps Back, Denise Richards Granted Restraining Order, and Mourning the Loss of Malcolm-Jamal Warner and Ozzy Osbourne 28:23

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Richies, this episode of “Rich and Weekly” is jam packed. First up, we have all the craziness going down at CBS. They just announced that they’re canning Stephen Colbert and “The Late Show” after one more season. And now - every corner of the internet is weighing in on the real reason for the cancellation and how this affects the future of late nig…

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Lindsay Lohan: Tabloid Survivor | 287 58:02

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ETR's "Summer Blockbuster Month" is still going strong, Richies! And God knows Lindsay Lohan’s life is the the stuff of a great blockbuster script. She starts off as a gifted child actor, and wows critics and audiences alike with her star-making performance in “The Parent Trap.” Then as a teenager, she morphs into a young startlet thanks to her rol…

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Liam Neeson: Luck of the Irish | 286 45:59

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Liam Neeson has always considered himself lucky. He manages to survive and escape the violence that plagues Northern Ireland during The Troubles. And then - as luck would have it - his acting talents are his ticket outta there. And he his eyes on the big city - London. After establishing himself as one of Hollywood’s hottest actors, he experiences …

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Rich and Weekly: Diddy Verdict Spurs Mixed Feeling, Kelly Clarkson Postpones Shows, and Denise Richards Divorce Drama 29:13

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Well Richies - our national nightmare is over. For now. We finally have a verdict in the Diddy trial. And it’s not quite the result the prosecution was hoping for. A lot of people think Diddy is getting off easy. But speaking of people who are not getting off easy - is it diva down with Kelly Clarkson? Rumors have been swirling about the well-being…

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Riding Shotgun with Drag Legend Mrs Kasha Davis 55:52

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Send us a text In a world fixated on conformity, Mrs Kasha Davis stands as a beacon of authenticity and self-love. This powerful conversation traverses the rocky terrain of addiction, self-discovery, and the transformative power of embracing one's true identity. The legendary drag performer opens up about her journey to sobriety—approaching a decad…

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Scarlett Johansson: On Her Terms | 285 47:38

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Richies, this month we’ll be celebrating actors who you’ll see in this summer’s biggest movies. We’re kicking off our ""Even the Rich: Summer Blockbuster Month"" with ""Jurassic World Rebirth"" star, Scarlett Johansson! With critical praise for much of her work - including 2003's “Lost in Translation” and “Girl with a Pearl Earring ” - she's been o…

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Cyndi Lauper: She's So Unusual | 284 49:14

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Closing out another fabulous Pride Month, we’re taking a look at someone who’s always been a friend and ally to the LGBTQ+ community - Cyndi Lauper. Born in New York, in the early 50s, Cyndi feels out-of-step with her surroundings. Raised in a home with an abusive stepfather, she escapes and sets out on her own. But to do what? After failing in a s…

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Rich and Weekly: Are Katy and Orlando Done?, Celebs Mourn TV Chef Anne Burrell, and Anna Camp Claps Back at Haters 26:59

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Are we about to say goodbye to yet another Hollywood couple? For weeks, we’ve heard rumors that Katy Perry and fiancé Orlando Bloom aren’t living their “Teenage Dream” anymore. Now sources say that Orlando’s excited to live la vida single. After that, we have the latest details on the shocking and tragic passing of TV chef, Anne Burrell, including …

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Finding Freedom Through Faith and Self-Discovery 57:27

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Send us a text The pursuit of authenticity often requires breaking free from everything you've been taught to believe about yourself. In this soul-stirring conversation with viral sensation Khian KB, we journey from small-town limitations to global recognition, uncovering what it truly means to step into your power. Khian opens up about the jarring…

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Rosie O'Donnell: In A League of Her Own | 283 54:31

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Raised in a house that is nothing like the TV sitcom families she loves, Rosie O’Donnell has to grow up fast. She has to deal with an abusive father, and the heartbreak of losing her mom way too soon. But somehow, her grit, determination, and natural humor lands her on a comedy club stage when she’s just a teen. After polishing her act on the road,…

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Breaking Chains: Freshie's Journey to Self-Awareness 59:20

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Send us a text What happens when you finally decide your peace is non-negotiable? Freshie—rapper, filmmaker, athlete, and community builder—joins me to share her remarkable journey of rebirth and self-discovery. From the opening moments, Freshie's magnetic energy and wisdom fill the conversation as she dives deep into what it means to protect your …

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Elliot Page: Becoming | 282 41:04

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Continuing our celebration of Pride Month, today we’ve got another fabulous queer icon for you. Oscar-nominated actor Elliot Page has crammed a whole lot of life into his 38 years. After gaining traction in Canada as an accomplished child actor, Elliot makes the leap into the American mainstream with critically acclaimed performances in movies like…

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Rich and Weekly: Lively’s Legal Win Over Baldoni, Patti LuPone vs. Audra McDonald, and the Not-So-Happy Beckham Bunch 28:52

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Richies, we didn’t see this coming. Blake Lively just scored a huge court win. She and her former “It Ends with Us” director/co-star Justin Baldoni have been in a bitter legal battle since January. But just this week, a judge dismissed Justin’s multi-million dollar suit against Blake, husband Ryan Reynolds, and the New York Times. After we break do…

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S7E3 - Book Club: Finding Me by Viola Davis 53:50

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Today's book is a celebrity memoir. We discussed our thoughts and reflected on her journey from the bottom to become whom she is now. Here's the ⁠⁠⁠Be Seen Podcast⁠⁠⁠ episode I was in. ⁠Get a Libro.FM credit bundle⁠ for yourself and/or that special person in your life. Credit bundles are perfect for any occasion or just because. ⁠Check out ⁠WriteSe…

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Royale Tea with Latrice Royale 1:16:32

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Send us a text The world comes to a standstill when royalty enters the room. Latrice Royale—"large and in charge, chunky and funky"—brings her formidable presence to a conversation that transcends drag entertainment and dives deep into the soul of authenticity, self-love, and purposeful living. This raw, emotional exchange peels back the sequins an…

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RuPaul: You Better Work (Encore) | 281 49:48

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RuPaul is born feeling like an outsider. Rejection by his father and peers makes him doubt whether he’ll ever fit in. But instead of conforming, he doubles down and becomes a gender-bending punk musician. Be the first to know about Wondery’s newest podcasts, curated recommendations, and more! Sign up now at https://wondery.fm/wonderynewsletter List…

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John Waters: The Pope of Trash | 280 46:03

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Richies, for Pride Month we bring you a true hero to - and champion of - the queer community. A filmmaker who brings an oddball sensibility and counter-culture vibe to the mainstream. Director John Waters has been marching to the beat of his own drum since he was little boy, doing twisted puppet shows at birthday parties and drawing with black cray…

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Rich and Weekly: JLo and No Shows at American Music Awards, Miley on Her Sobriety, and Hugh Jackman’s Ex Speaks Out! 25:44

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A lot of the time, award shows can be fun, exciting, star-studded events. And sometimes...they’re like this year’s American Music Awards. First off, tons of the A-list nominees didn’t even bother showing up. And then, for a couple of stars who did show up, things got weird onstage. Shaboozey gave his co-presenter Megan Moroney some serious side-eye…

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You Don't Shrink Yourself to Make Others Comfortable: Terrell Grice on Success, Haters, and Staying True 55:18

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Send us a text What happens when you refuse to dim your light for others' comfort? When you set firm boundaries without apology? When you decide to keep winning despite the whispers of doubt around you? YouTube superstar Terrell Grice joins me to share his remarkable journey from Southern church choir singer to creator of "The Terrell Show" with 2.…

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Tom Cruise: Risky Business | 279 51:13

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Richies, just in time for ""Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning"" - the last installment of the MI franchise - we bring you one of the most bankable stars in the world, Tom Cruise. As a boy, he’s bullied because of his height, and faces learning difficulties at school. But that was then and this is now. Thanks to roles in “Risky Business,” “T…

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Ke Huy Quan: Don’t Stop Believing | 278 44:13

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Happy Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Richies! In light of AAPI Month, we have a story about someone who has given “comeback” a whole new meaning. After fleeing North Vietnam as a child with his family, Ke Huy Quan turns to acting and is immediately cast in “Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom” and then “The Goonies.” He seems …

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Rich and Weekly: How We Got So Fabulous (The Mom Edition) 29:22

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On this very special episode of “Rich and Weekly,” Brooke and Aricia are joined by their moms, Pam and Kathy, for an all-out, belated Mother's Day pop culture extravaganza. And Richies, we're pulling out all the stops. We’ve got games, trivia, and even a mother-daughter Q & A that gives you a peek into the personal lives of the Siffrinn and Skidmor…

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Owning Your Authenticity: The Spellman Twins on Breaking Barriers 1:14:15

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Debbie Reynolds and Carrie Fisher: Two of a Kind | 277 51:25

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In honor of Mother’s Day, we're celebrating a mother-daughter duo unlike any other - Debbie Reynolds and Carrie Fisher. While these two “unsinkable” stars seemingly look - on the surface - like they couldn’t have been more different, they were a lot more alike than they liked to admit. Debbie and Carrie both became movie stars at the tender age of …

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Unbothered: Navigating Haters with Teontee Loves 42:49

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Send us a text What happens when you refuse to shrink yourself for anyone? Teontee Loves knows exactly. The viral sensation and music artist joins Alethea Crimmins to deliver a masterclass in authentic self-expression and staying unbothered by critics. "They are bothered because you are unbothered by them trying to bother you." This powerful insigh…

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Martin Short: Wit and Grit | 276 48:53

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Even in the face of unimaginable tragedy and grief, Martin Short has always kept his sense of humor. As a young man, he channels three devastating personal losses into becoming a performing dynamo. Instead of being defined by these tragedies, he’s emboldened to go out and pursue his acting dreams in Toronto in the 70s. The Canadian city is a hotbed…

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Rich and Weekly: JoJo Siwa’s ‘Big’ Love Drama, Bill Belichick’s Rocky Interview, and Katy Perry Breaks Silence on ‘Blue Origin’ 26:36

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It looks like reality TV is getting very real! After wrapping up her stint on “Celebrity Big Brother UK,” JoJo Siwa’s making all kinds of headlines. JoJo - who’s been openly gay for a while - had an “aha” moment in front of CBBUK cameras when she realized she now identifies as queer. Great for JoJo. Not so great for JoJo’s partner Kath Ebb - who cl…

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Judy Garland: The Legend of a Legend | 275 54:44

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Almost 60 years after Judy Garland’s tragic death, she still remains one of Hollywood’s most fascinating (and heartbreaking) talents. As a girl, her powerful voice catches the attention of legendary movie producer, Louis B. Mayer, and she’s on her way. Thanks to her iconic role in “The Wizard of Oz,” Judy cements herself as one of the world’s bigge…

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Tyler Perry: Turning Pain into Power | 274 46:35

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Born in New Orleans, young Tyler Perry is forced to contend with all sorts of abuse. Some is at the hands of his explosive and alcoholic father, as well as neighbors and people he thought he could trust. Eventually, he escapes to Atlanta to pursue his dreams of writing and performing - while working countless menial jobs and living in his car along…

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Music is the weapon in the war against unhappiness. 47:02

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Send us a text "Music is the weapon in the war against unhappiness." These powerful words from Alethea Crimmins capture the heart of this transformative conversation with Broadway performer Nicolas King. From the moment Nicolas steps into the passenger seat, the chemistry is electric. With a voice smooth as silk that's earned him recognition as a m…

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Rich and Weekly: Katy Perry Put on ‘Blast’ for Her Blast Off, Aimee Lou Wood-n’t Approve of ‘SNL’ Sketch, and It (Never) Ends for Us and Blake Lively 26:41

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Houston, we have a girl power problem. More specifically, a rich celebrity girl problem. On Monday, Katy Perry and Gayle King blasted off into outer space on the latest Blue Origin rocket. And ever since they reentered the earth’s atmosphere, celebrities are firing on all cylinders. Olivia Munn, Olivia Wilde, and Emily Ratajkowski have all openly c…

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Burnout Isn't a Badge of Honor: Conversations with Rapper JunoFlo 45:04

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Send us a text Hustle culture has convinced us that rest is a reward we haven't earned yet. But what if constant grinding isn't the badge of honor we've been led to believe? What if it's actually killing our creativity and joy? Rapper JunoFlo joins me to unravel how the 24/7 productivity mindset has shaped his 14-year music career. From being raise…

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Whoopi Goldberg: Uncensored and Unafraid | 273 49:28

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Whoopi Goldberg has had a life. And then some. Long before she became a Hollywood icon (and the first Black woman to achieve EGOT status), she struggles with substance abuse, trouble at school, and teenage pregnancy. And then she becomes a mom at just 17. But her unique comedy voice captures the attention of legendary writer/director Mike Nichols w…

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Steering Your Life: From Self-Doubt to Unshakable Confidence 54:36

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Send us a text Ever feel like an imposter in your own life? In this soul-stirring conversation, acclaimed actress Michelle Gomez (Sabrina, The Flight Attendant) slides into the passenger seat to share her thirty-year journey of perseverance against constant rejection and self-doubt. Michelle reveals how career counselors told her to become a secret…

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Christina Applegate: Survival of the Funniest | 272 51:09

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Christina Applegate has always had a dark sense of humor. And she leans on it big time to deal with a series of enormous obstacles and challenges. As a child star-turned-household name (thanks to 11 seasons on “Married...with Children”) Christina avoids the pitfalls of other kid actors and becomes one of Hollywood’s leading ladies of comedy. She’s …

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Rich and Weekly: Morgan Wallen's ‘SNL’ Blowback, Sydney Sweeney’s Wedding Bell Blues, and Val Kilmer Leaves Us Too Soon 23:43

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Richies, there’s a lot to get into this week. If you watched “Saturday Night Live” over the weekend, you know all about musical guest Morgan Wallen’s awkward goodbye. He bolted off stage while the cameras were still rolling. And now, “SNL” vet Kenan Thompson is sharing how he feels about Morgan’s controversial departure. After that, we’ll get into …

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S7E2 - Book Club: The Sicilian Inheritance by Jo Piazza 1:21:30

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SPOILER ALERT This is book club and we discuss the full book. We had lively discussions about themes and what we liked and/or disliked about the book. OTHER NOTES: Here's the ⁠⁠⁠Be Seen Podcast⁠⁠⁠ episode I was in. ⁠Get a Libro.FM credit bundle⁠ for yourself and/or that special person in your life. Credit bundles are perfect for any occasion or jus…