Work in Progress: Michelle Obama
FLOTUS, wife, mother, author, attorney, advocate, television producer and host of the podcast IMO…Michelle Obama is here! Listen to Michelle's podcast, IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson, here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8 Apr 34min
Work in Progress: Rep. Eric Swalwell & Jordan C. Brown
If the daily headlines coming out of the White House are making you feel antsy, discouraged, angry, or overwhelmed…you're not alone!There are people out there fighting the good fight, like Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell, and those helping us make sense of the political drama, like political strategist Jordan C. Brown. They want people to know that even though things are feeling dark right now - public sentiment is working! They tell Sophia about the small victories setting the stage for even larger triumphs down the road, the Signal leak and what's really going on, advice for those who want to engage in activism, and lifting the curtain on political theater! Swalwell recalls the time Ted Cruz publicly trashed him on TV, only to turn around the next day and tell him privately he was doing "a really good job!" It's a story you don't want to miss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3 Apr 1h 21min
Work in Progress: Bellamy Young
POTUS is in the house! Bellamy Young has been a busy actor for 30 years, tackling many roles, including playing President Mellie Grant on the hit show ‘Scandal.' Now, she's teaming up with humanitarian group Care to uplift women's voices.Bellamy Young shares with Sophia what inspired her to use her platform to highlight women leaders from around the globe in her new podcast "She Leads With CARE." She also reveals the obstacles to doing a podcast in multiple languages worldwide, the inspiring stories that left her in tears, what's possible when we care, her work in progress, and the new sci-fi novel she wrote! Bellamy also opens up about her time on 'Scandal,' from what the atmosphere on set was like to her feelings about working with Shonda Rhimes, and whether she thinks the cast would really be up for a reboot! Her answer is scandalously good! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
27 Mars 1h 2min
Work in Progress: Aaron Parnas
At just 25 years old, Aaron Parnas has already been on a wild journey. He began college at the age of 14, entered law school at 18, and wrote his first book in just two weeks while preparing for the bar exam! Today, he is a lawyer, activist, and TikTok news influencer with millions of followers! Aaron tells Sophia that he was never interested in becoming a journalist. However, when Russia invaded Ukraine, he felt frustrated with the media coverage, so he took matters into his own hands, and the rest is history. He also opens up about the arrest of his father, Lev Parnas, shares the truth about the Hunter Biden laptop investigation, reflects on his transition from being a Republican to becoming a Democrat, and the newest headlines he is keeping an eye on!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23 Mars 1h 1min
Work in Progress: Whitney Cummings
When comedian Whitney Cummings stops by the pod, she doesn’t hold back!Whitney takes Sophia on an emotional roller coaster, opening up about freezing her eggs, dating while navigating motherhood, dealing with postpartum depression, and why she was begging her parents to get a divorce! Plus, during their candid chat, one of them reveals they are a ‘Disney Adult’ and the other wants to be a Ren Faire Queen! There’s a lot to unpack, so strap in!Whitney Cummings is hitting the road with her “Big Baby Tour.” For tickets and info visit whitneycummings.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20 Mars 1h 13min
Work in Progress: Dylan Mulvaney
Content creator, actress, and now writer Dylan Mulvaney is reclaiming her narrative in her new book,"Paper Doll."Prepare yourself for an energetic, entertaining, and candid conversation between Dylan and Sophia, where no topic is off-limits! They share behind-the-scenes stories about the Elton John Oscar Party, discuss which 'Sex and The City' character they most identify with, and get real about issues like dealing with transphobia and allyship in 2025. Dylan also reveals why she felt now was the right time to open up about the parts of her transition she didn’t share on “Days of Girlhood”, the "beergate" controversy, and celebrating queer joy in her new book! "Paper Doll: Notes from a Late Bloomer" is available now! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
13 Mars 1h 3min
Work in Progress: Aloe Blacc
Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Aloe Blacc is back with his first album in five years — but it's not your typical album. This one merges the music with philanthropic causes.Aloe shares how his family's roots have helped shape the sounds of his 6th studio album, the vital role of community, his fascinating take on what the music industry was like in the 90s without social media, and what led to him using his music for positive social transformation!Aloe Blacc's new album, 'Stand Together' is available now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6 Mars 55min
Dr. Thema Bryant
On this journey of life, sometimes it can feel like we have lost our way. Dr. Thema Bryant has written a road map for those seeking to discover their authentic selves, which can lead to a path of greater fulfillment. The renowned psychologist, author, and professor joins Sophia for an inspiring conversation full of truth bombs we all need to hear, including not being afraid of feeling disappointment, recognizing the signs of emotionally unavailable people, and learning to trust yourself. Dr. Thema’s book “Matters of the Heart” is available in bookstores now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
4 Mars 1h 6min
