Episodes
Jaleel White is so much more than the lovable nerd Steve Urkel he portrayed in the ‘90s hit sitcom "Family Matters." In his new memoir, “Growing Up Urkel” (on sale Nov. 19), Jaleel opens up about everything from his mom dressing him in too-short, hand-me-down jeans and his dad’s geeky eyeglasses for his “Family Matters” audition to the challenges of transitioning from a child star to a successful adult actor, producer, and most importantly, dad. We dive into all that and more in a fun, moving...
Published 11/15/24
Introducing Scaling AI With Purpose from Smart Talks with IBM. Follow the show: Smart Talks with IBM In this episode of Smart Talks with IBM, Jacob Goldstein speaks with Rebecca Finlay, CEO of Partnership on AI, about the importance of advancing AI innovation with openness and ethics at the forefront. Rebecca discusses how guardrails — such as risk management — can advance efficiency in AI development. They explore the AI Alliance’s focus on open data and technology, and the importance of...
Published 11/15/24
In her new indie movie, “Another Happy Day” (now available on Prime Video), actress and comedian Lauren Lapkus plays Joanna – a new mom faced with postpartum depression and a whole lot of life changes. Lauren explains how the experience of having kids brought her emotions front and center for the role; how the movie strikes a delicate balance between being heavy and funny; how being the class clown led to her working with the film’s director, and finally answers the question: “How many...
Published 11/08/24
Introducing Making Sense of Trump's Win from Pod Save America. Follow the show: Pod Save America After a night of resounding losses and a nationwide lurch to the right, Jon, Lovett, Tommy, and Dan begin to sift through the pieces—what we know, and we don't, about the race Democrats ran, what voters are looking for, and how to endure the turmoil of a second Trump term.   For a closed-captioned version of this episode, click here. For a transcript of this episode, please email...
Published 11/08/24
Even though menopause affects half of the world’s population, it’s something mothers rarely discuss with their daughters, and even their doctors can be unprepared to talk about it. Dr. Jessica Shepherd, author of the book “Generation M - Living Well in Perimenopause and Menopause” joins me in person to talk about the symptoms (it’s more than just hot flashes, people!), the timeline, and the questions you can ask your doctor about treatments, remedies, and Hormone Replacement Therapy. The only...
Published 10/30/24
Introducing Maximizing impact in an election year from Build the Change. Follow the show: Build the Change Living in a Blue state that isn't considered "up for grabs" in a presidential election can lead to feelings of powerlessness. Tom Hallock and a handful of his friends felt that way in 2016 — so they packed up and traveled out of state to get out the vote. Though that election didn't pan out the way Tom hoped, he realized he and his friends could bring the resources and enthusiasm of...
Published 10/30/24
Laverne Cox, who stars as the sinister Dr. Nyah Cable in the new dystopian sci-fi thriller “Uglies” (now streaming on Netflix), first grabbed our attention playing Sophia Burset on another Netflix hit, “Orange is the New Black” 11 years ago. Laverne drops in to talk about the fun she had playing a baddie; the rigorous preparation she did for the role; how she still feels the need to prove herself after all these years, and how she brought fun and vintage fashion back to Awards Season and the...
Published 10/25/24
Introducing Patty’s Story: On becoming bolder through menopause from Women's Health: menopause: unmuted. Follow the show: Women's Health: menopause: unmuted In this episode, Patty shares her journey through perimenopause and menopause, highlighting the physical and emotional symptoms she faced, such as night sweats, migraines, and anxiety. Initially unaware of the menopause connection, she sought medical advice that helped her understand her changing body. She also found that many of her...
Published 10/25/24
In the role of Esther on the Netflix mega-hit rom-com “Nobody Wants This” (now streaming and renewed for a second season!) Jackie Tohn is many things: a devoted mother and wife, a fiercely loyal friend, and a pot-stirrer extraordinaire. Jackie brings a level of humanity and humor to the role that must be seen to be believed. On this episode she discusses the insanity of dating in L.A.; the intricacies of interfaith relationships; the poetic nature of Yiddish, and reveals the original working...
Published 10/18/24
Introducing How Mikey Madison Brought Anora To Life | PLUS Forces of Fashion Is Here! from The Run-Through with Vogue. Follow the show: The Run-Through with Vogue British Vogue’s film and culture editor Radhika Seth talks with Anora breakout star Mikey Madison about winning the Palme d'Or at Cannes, coming into her style, and learning how to twerk for a movie role. Plus, Chloe and Chioma discuss the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund Winner, the return of the Victoria’s Secret runway show, and...
Published 10/18/24
In the new movie, “Reagan” (in theaters now; available for digital download Oct. 15; Video-on-Demand Nov. 1, and on Blu-ray Nov. 19), Penelope Ann Miller plays the iconic First Lady, Nancy Reagan. She explains how, through exhaustive research, she understood and channeled a woman who was far from submissive yet stood by and protected her husband, Ronald Reagan, throughout much of his life. Penelope also talks about Mrs. Reagan’s inimitable style, how the costumes helped her find the character...
Published 10/11/24
Introducing Do vitamin D supplements work? | Prof. Tim Spector and Dr. Federica Amati from ZOE Science & Nutrition. Follow the show: ZOE Science & Nutrition Vitamin D is the world’s favorite supplement. Governments around the world recommend people take the supplement for at least six months out of the year. But do we really need these pills? Do they even work? And could they actually be harming us? In this episode, two ZOE scientists - Professor Tim Spector and Dr Federica...
Published 10/11/24
When the gay disco, Studio One, opened in 1974 in Los Angeles, it was one of the city’s first “safe spaces,” and soon became THE place to see a show in its famed Backlot Cabaret. In his new documentary, “Studio One Forever” (available October 8th on all VOD platforms), director/producer Marc Saltarelli chronicles the valiant effort to save the historic hotspot’s factory building from hotel developers – a place where the LGBTQ+ community came to party, and where my mother performed the first...
Published 10/04/24
Introducing Hot Takes on a Low Key Debate from Pod Save America. Follow the show: Pod Save America Jon, Lovett, Dan, and Tommy break down Tim Walz's great arguments about democracy and reproductive rights, JD Vance's distortions on Obamacare and immigration, and the other moments that might—might!—break through from a surprisingly collegial vice presidential debate. DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction...
Published 10/04/24
In the 1990s smash hit TV series, “Baywatch,” Nicole Eggert and Jeremy Jackson played Summer Quinn and Hobie Buchannon, respectively. The duo has come together as both producers and subjects in order to revisit their years running slow-motion on the beach in a new four-part docuseries entitled, “After Baywatch – Moment in the Sun,” (now streaming on Hulu). The series is raw, honest and a love letter to a series that was, at one point, the most popular television show on the air, seen by a...
Published 09/27/24
Introducing The Tipping Point Revisited: An Excerpt from Revisionist History. Follow the show: Revisionist History Today, we’re sharing an exclusive preview of the audiobook of Revenge of the Tipping Point. All about bank robbers and doctors. Find Revenge of the Tipping Point wherever you get audiobooks.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the...
Published 09/27/24
On this month’s Reality Roundup with David Yontef from Behind the Velvet Rope, we dive into the jaw-dropping charges against P. Diddy, who's facing allegations of sex trafficking and racketeering. Is he spiraling out of control or playing a dangerous game of denial? We’ll also dissect the latest drama from RHOSLC—Whitney Rose under fire and Mary Cosby’s return. Plus, did you catch Nene Leakes’ soft comeback hosting E!’s post-Emmys red carpet? And finally, DWTS is turning up the heat with a...
Published 09/26/24
Introducing Chemena Kamali on Her Second Collection For Chloé and "Boho" from The Run-Through with Vogue. Follow the show: The Run-Through with Vogue Chemena Kamali, creative director of Chloé, joins Nicole Phelps and Vogue’s Mark Holgate to chat about her upcoming collection for Paris Fashion Week. Chemena also shares how she felt about the success of her first show, why she thinks so many women (from Kamala Harris to Sienna Miller) love wearing Chloé, and why she doesn’t like using...
Published 09/26/24
Kellie Gerardi always had her sights set on undiscovered frontiers. From studying film in New York to a chance encounter at the city’s famed Explorer’s Club, her journey has taken her to incredible heights—literally. She was part of the Virgin Galactic 05 mission to space and even walked the runway at NY Fashion Week twice. Kellie, also the author of the "Luna Muna" children's book series, joins me to discuss the importance of mentorship, the dawn of a second American “Space Age,” her...
Published 09/20/24
Introducing Which chocolate is the healthiest? | Spencer Hyman and Prof. Sarah Berry from ZOE Science & Nutrition. Follow the show: ZOE Science & Nutrition Humans have been in love with chocolate for thousands of years. But not all chocolate is created equal, both in terms of health and taste. In this episode, chocolate expert Spencer Hyman and Professor Sarah Berry will take us on a trip into cacao. They’ll teach us what distinguishes good chocolate from bad chocolate and...
Published 09/20/24
Author Michael Connelly and Director Alison Ellwood have created a new four-part docuseries, “The Wonderland Massacre and the Secret History of Hollywood” (now streaming on MGM+) and it proves that truth is stranger than fiction. In the summer of 1981, five people were found beaten in an apartment in the Hollywood Hills. Four were already dead when the cops arrived, including two members of the “Wonderland Gang,” which often stole drugs from rival dealers to sell or use themselves. Alison and...
Published 09/13/24
Introducing An AI advantage for the US Open from Smart Talks with IBM. Follow the show: Smart Talks with IBM As AI technology progresses, its impact on our daily lives—including how we consume our favorite sports— will grow alongside it. In this episode of Smart Talks with IBM, Jacob Goldstein, host of Pushkin’s own What’s Your Problem?, sat down with Brian Ryerson, Senior Director of Digital Strategy at the US Tennis Association. They discuss the impact of data on the fan experience, the...
Published 09/13/24
Executive Producer Nadine Rajabi is back on the pod to dish out all the gossip and behind-the-scenes action on my biggest TV addiction, Below Deck. All of them (episodes are currently streaming on HULU with new episodes of “Med” Mondays at 9pm on Bravo). Nadine has been at the center of all the ups and downs, ports and starboard aboard stunning luxury yachts cruising the most gorgeous waters on the planet, including guests behaving badly, captains behaving heroically, and young, beautiful...
Published 09/06/24
When five women in the Topeka Correctional Facility wrote to singer/songwriter Melissa Etheridge describing their lives before and during their incarceration, they never imagined they’d be muses for her. The new two-part documentary, “Melissa Etheridge: I’m Not Broken” (now streaming on Paramount+) follows her journey from writing a new song inspired by those letters to performing it at a live concert at the prison. Melissa talks with me about how her performance inspired change at the Topeka...
Published 08/30/24