Work in Progress: David Oyelowo

For online content creators Penn & Kim Holderness, the saying, "the couple that works together, stays together," is spot on! The couple, who have been married for over 18 years, are best-selling authors, podcast hosts, and Season 33 'The Amazing Race' winners. They join Sophia to discuss their new project, taking on the stigma of ADHD with their book "ADHD is Awesome." The power couple opens up about Penn's ADHD diagnosis, reframing how people think about ADHD, dealing with 'time blindness,' the viral video that jump-started their company and the lessons they learned along the way!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11 Okt 20241h

She became a household name in the 90s as the lead prosecutor in O.J. Simpson's trial, but her career in law was accidental. Marcia Clark initially wanted to be an actress! Even though the prosecutor, author, and host had different career goals, she admits to Sophia that her interest in criminal law and solving mysteries started at a very young age! She also shares what it was like being in the eye of the storm during the trial of the century, the sexism directed at her, and how she felt when she first heard about the limited series The People v. O. J. Simpson: American Crime Story. Plus, Marcia talks about her new podcast, 'Informants: Lawyer X,' which is about a high-profile defense attorney who turned police informer against her own clients, and that is just the tip of the iceberg! 'Informants: Lawyer X' is out now on Wondery+.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

9 Okt 202453min

The repercussions of overturning Roe v. Wade have been devastating for many women. One of them is Amanda Zurawski, who nearly died after being refused life-saving healthcare. Amanda shares her harrowing story with Sophia - one that should never have happened. Amanda was looking forward to being a new mom when the unthinkable happened: she suffered complications during her pregnancy. Doctors informed her that the baby wouldn't survive, but due to Texas' abortion ban, they were unable to terminate the pregnancy. Amanda went into septic shock twice before getting the care she desperately needed. Now, she's fighting for reproductive rights so that other women will never have to endure the same trauma she did.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

4 Okt 202454min

There's a lot at stake in this election, including women's access to healthcare. Sophia, a long-standing advocate for reproductive healthcare, shares her conversations about reproductive rights with Vice President Kamala Harris from 2022 at Bryn Mawr College and 2024's "Fight for Reproductive Freedoms" tour. The discussions center on the fight for the freedom of every American to make decisions about their own bodies, how we got here, and who these attacks affect the most.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

3 Okt 202449min

Some of the brightest minds, activists, and trailblazers came together in NYC for The Ford Foundation's Free Future panel, "Preventing Gender Violence Around the World." Sophia and Chase Strangio, Deputy Director for Transgender Justice with the ACLU's LGBT & HIV Project, explain why the ACLU is heading to the Supreme Court to fight for trans youth health care and what's at stake. For more information, head over to aclu.orgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

30 Sep 202419min

Uzo Aduba is a force on the big screen, small screen — and the stage! Now, she is crossing off one more accomplishment from her list: author. The Emmy award-winning actress opens up to Sophia about her new memoir, "The Road Is Good: How a Mother's Strength Became a Daughter's Purpose.” Uzo shares her coming-of-age story growing up Nigerian-American in a predominately white suburb, her journey to becoming an actor, and the profound life lessons she learned from her mother that helped shape who she is today as an actress, advocate, and a mother herself. Plus, both women reflect on the emotional impact of attending the DNC (lots of tears were shed). Uzo also talks about another impactful moment in her life, being on the verge of quitting acting, when she landed the role of Suzanne 'Crazy Eyes' on "Orange is the New Black." She reveals how she prepared for the role, how it changed her life, and the one actress who knew it would be a hit from the start!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

26 Sep 202458min

Rising country music artist Morgan Wade may seem like an overnight success, but it took a lot of hustle and hard work to get to where she is now. The singer-songwriter chats with Sophia about being young and hungry to make it, and putting everything she had into kick-starting her career from booking her own shows, creating her own merch, and even building her own website! She reveals why her collaboration with Kesha felt like a full circle moment, and what it’s been like to tour with legends Alanis Morissette and Joan Jett. Plus, she shares that despite her busy schedule, she's already written her next record! Morgan gets candid about the gauntlet of media exposure — from good to bad — and how she felt reading some of the more sensational headlines about herself. She also courageously shares about her personal road to sobriety, and opens up about her double mastectomy. Conversation topics that she hopes help others too. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

19 Sep 202458min

Karine Jean-Pierre grew up the proud daughter of immigrants who came to this country for a better life. And she achieved the ultimate American Dream, making history as both the first Black woman and the first openly gay person to serve as the White House Press Secretary. During an in-person sit down at the White House, Sophia catches up with Karine, who reveals what really happens outside of the Briefing Room, the secret to her success, how her tough childhood shaped her, the historical significance of the room they're chatting in, and why representation matters to all of us. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

12 Sep 20241h 1min