28 episodes

Julia Louis-Dreyfus returns for Season 2 of her award-winning podcast, Wiser Than Me™. Each week, she has funny, touching, personal conversations with iconic older women who are brimming with the kind of unapologetic attitude and wisdom that only comes with age. Julia sits at the feet of some extraordinary teachers this season (discover who in the trailer), and of course her 90-year-old mom, Judy. Tune in to laugh, cry and get wise. All Hail Old Women! 



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Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus Lemonada

    • Comedy
    • 4.8 • 7.2K Ratings

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Julia Louis-Dreyfus returns for Season 2 of her award-winning podcast, Wiser Than Me™. Each week, she has funny, touching, personal conversations with iconic older women who are brimming with the kind of unapologetic attitude and wisdom that only comes with age. Julia sits at the feet of some extraordinary teachers this season (discover who in the trailer), and of course her 90-year-old mom, Judy. Tune in to laugh, cry and get wise. All Hail Old Women! 



Photo: Ryan Pfluger and August Image

Listen on Apple Podcasts
Requires subscription and macOS 11.4 or higher

    Julia Gets Wise with Beverly Johnson

    Julia Gets Wise with Beverly Johnson

    This week on Wiser Than Me, Julia spends time with 71-year-old supermodel and trailblazer Beverly Johnson. Julia and Beverly dive into modeling in the 1970s, including what it was like for Beverly to find out she would be the first Black woman on the cover of American Vogue. Julia and Beverly discuss self confidence, and the two open up about their experiences with menopause. Plus, Julia follows up with her mom, Judy, about being in front of the camera.

     

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    • 58 min
    Beverly Johnson on Her Family and Reality TV

    Beverly Johnson on Her Family and Reality TV

    Julia and Beverly delve into their unique relationships with their grandmothers, and Beverly opens up on the perspective shift that accompanies seeing her children become parents themselves. Beverly astonishes Julia with the eye-opening understanding she gained from having her own reality TV show.

    Julia Gets Wise with Bonnie Raitt

    Julia Gets Wise with Bonnie Raitt

    Today on Wiser Than Me, Julia sits down with 74-year-old music legend and Grammy Award winner Bonnie Raitt. Bonnie talks to Julia about performing live, the experience of external vs. internal validation, and managing grief. Julia also gets Bonnie thinking about her songwriting in a whole new light. Crying, laughing, raging -- this episode has everything. Plus, Julia discusses the deep emotions tied to meeting your heroes with her 90-year-old mom, Judy. 

     

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    For exclusive discount codes and more information about our sponsors, visit https://lemonadamedia.com/sponsors/. 

     

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    • 1 hr 5 min
    Bonnie Raitt on Surviving the Music Industry and Nature

    Bonnie Raitt on Surviving the Music Industry and Nature

    This week on Wiser Than Me premium, Bonnie and Julia discuss the deep changes happening in the music business and how Bonnie and her team choose to face them. Julia asks Bonnie about her meditative practices and being in nature, and she shares a theory about the future of womankind.

    Julia Gets Wise with Sally Field

    Julia Gets Wise with Sally Field

    On the premiere episode of Season 2 of Wiser Than Me, Julia connects with the one-and-only Sally Field. With a spectacular film career spanning over six decades, Sally – now 77 years old – candidly discusses the introspection that comes with aging, shyness, and playing characters who are taking back their power. Plus, Julia asks her 90-year-old mom, Judy, when she feels most confident. 

     

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    Maker’s Mark is a proud sponsor of Wiser Than Me. Celebrate the wise women in your life by creating a custom, personalized label from artist Gayle Kabaker today at www.makersmark.com/personalize.

     

    Hairstory is a proud sponsor of Wiser Than Me. Check out their hero product, New Wash, today at Hairstory.com and get 20% off with code WISER.  

     

    This show is sponsored by BetterHelp. Visit betterhelp.com/wiser for 10% off your first month.

     

    COVERGIRL is a proud sponsor of Wiser Than Me. Check out their Simply Ageless Skin Perfector Essence. Learn more at covergirl.com. Only from Easy, Breezy, Beautiful COVERGIRL.

     

    For exclusive discount codes and more information about our sponsors, visit https://lemonadamedia.com/sponsors/. 

     

    For additional resources, information, and a transcript of the episode, visit lemonadamedia.com.
    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    • 1 hr 1 min
    Sally Field on Bones, Books, and Broadway

    Sally Field on Bones, Books, and Broadway

    On this week's premium episode of Wiser Than Me, Sally and Julia talk about bone density, books, and welcome a special furry guest to the chat. Plus, Sally flirts with the idea of going back to do a play on Broadway at 77.

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
7.2K Ratings

7.2K Ratings

lv4950 ,

Love it!!!

I really love the interviews. Can we get an episode where Julia answers the questions she asks guests

Historyay ,

One suggestion

How about inviting Bonnie Garmus on the podcast?

court53268633 ,

Love the podcast

I love this podcast. I am a huge fan of JLD and I greatly appreciate how real and genuine it is. I love the fact that she swears just like me 😂 makes it more relatable for me lol
Keep up the good work, love all the guests on the show!

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