Drama Queens

It’s a major day for Sophia Bush: her first memoir, "And I Will Tell You Mine" is officially out in the world! To mark the moment, she’s joined by her dear friend and three-time bestselling author Jedidiah Jenkins for a deeply personal conversation about the risks of putting your life on the page.

They open up about the anxiety of exposing your most vulnerable experiences, the people who may see themselves in your story, and the complicated relationship between fame and identity. Plus, Sophia reveals how writing her memoir challenged her in ways she never expe...

Only a true bestie knows what did (and didn’t) make it into Sophia Bush’s upcoming memoir, "And I Will Tell You Mine." In part two of their chat, longtime friend Elizabeth Kott gets Sophia talking about a few personal details usually reserved for her inner circle.

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Before her memoir hits shelves, Sophia Bush gets personal with one of her closest friends, Elizabeth Kott, about chosen family, the “Year of Yes,” and the realities of growing up in the public eye. Plus, the story behind a jaw dropping moment between them that made it into "And I Will Tell You Mine."

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Dr. Annie Andrews spent nearly two decades as a pediatrician, seeing firsthand how bad healthcare policies hurt the children she cared for. Eventually, she decided she couldn’t just treat the consequences; she had to fight to change the system. After a painful first run for Senate, this resilient South Carolina Democrat is taking another shot at Washington, and Republican voters seem to be crossing over to support her and her common sense policies.

Could Annie be in striking distance in one of the country’s reddest states, despite Trump’s vicious efforts to discredit her?  

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 In a moment when politics can feel like an endless culture war, Kal Penn makes the case for focusing on what actually changes people’s lives. Drawing on his time inside the Obama White House and his perspective from outside it, Kal reveals why outrage distracts from real problems, and how we can collectively confront the issues that matter most.

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From Hollywood to the White House and back again, Kal Penn has had a front row seat to fame, power, politics and the systems behind them. Kal reveals the wild ride of Harold & Kumar, his decision to put acting on hold for the Obama White House, and what he’s learned about public life along the way. Plus, the twisted real-life saga behind his new movie, "Trust Me, I’m a Doctor."

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This episode is in partnership with BetterHelp.

Some rules are meant to be rewritten! This World Mental Health Day, Sophia and BetterHelp clinician Sonni Williams unpack the contradictory expectations that keep us second guessing ourselves and diminish our self-worth. Together, they share game changing insights on how to recognize and question ingrained patterns so we can rewrite our personal rule books.

Plus, a Work in Progress podcast exclusive - hear how listeners can access 10,000 hours of free therapy through BetterHelp’s Permission Project.

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After a childhood in the South led her to DC, Jen Palmieri spent two decades inside the Clinton and Obama White Houses and at the center of presidential politics. Now she’s gone back home, traveling all over the South to figure out what Americans in that region really think about the state of the country. The conversations she had were deeply eye-opening!

Jen shares the confessions she heard from southern voters, why she's convinced Americans are actually fighting stereotypes instead of each other, and the surprising discoveries that gave her hope.

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Don Lemon has built an independent media company with nearly 11 million followers, but he’s still operating like a scrappy, fearless startup, and he’s got plenty to say about what happens when the government comes after you for doing your job. 

Don lets loose about being arrested while covering an anti-ICE protest and why he thinks Democrats need to stop playing it safe. Plus, Sophia and Don exchange hot takes about what it will take to end the war in Iran, what good government looks like, and why young voters have all the power.

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The unforgettable moments keep coming! Part Two brings even more standout conversations with Valerie Bertinelli,  Mira Sorvino, Jennie Garth and Kelli Giddish- brilliant women who have shared their humor, bared their souls and made us all a little richer from their hard-earned wisdom.

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Who doesn't need friendship, fierce honesty, big laughs, and some seriously unforgettable moments? In honor of International Women’s Friendship Month, we’re revisiting some of our favorite conversations with the women who have made Work in Progress a true labor of love. 
Hear from Dr. Jill Biden, Rosie O'Donnell, Laverne Cox, Leslie Jones, and Brooke Shields.

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At its core, the podcast is about an age-gap friendship that feels both unexpected and completely natural. Two women at different points in life, bonded by shared chaos and girlhood in all its forms. Lisa, fifty-something, glamorous, and gloriously unfiltered, has lived through it all and has the stories (and hot takes) to prove it. Lexi, thirty and running her own shoe brand, grew up on reality TV and now navigates real life with equal parts ambition and humor. Together, they cover everything from dating and divorce to beauty maintenance and emotional survival, all through a comedic lens. It’s...

What does leadership for all really look like? What does it mean to rise above politics as a form of competition? What does it take for a Democrat to successfully lead in one of America’s reddest states? Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear opens up about the father who taught him how to lose, the woman whose cancer treatment showed him the power of government, and whether a run for president might be on the table.

Governor Beshear's new book "Go and Do Likewise: How We Heal a Broken Country" is available here.

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Sophia gets candid about her new memoir, the stories she was scared to tell and the unexpected freedom of finally laying them bare. Plus, she reveals details about her next rom-com, including the mystery love interest and why the nostalgia factor might make you very happy.

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From "Never Have I Ever" to HBO’s thrilling new series "Lanterns," Poorna Jagannathan has built a career playing complicated women who refuse easy labels. She opens up about reinventing herself in midlife, challenging stereotypes, breaking the silence around sexual violence, and what it takes to create a life on your own terms.

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What does one of the worlds’ leading historians see when he looks at America right now? 

Professor Timothy Snyder (one of Sophia’s favorite brains) has spent decades studying how democracies flourish or fall apart. Now he shines a light on the urgent and very-present warning signs, the historical patterns he recognizes, and the dire consequences when ordinary people believe they're powerless and stop paying attention. He also shares what small moves we can make that could change everything for the better. It’s a dose of hope we all need right now!

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Congresswoman LaMonica McIver could face up to 17 years in federal prison. Why? For doing her job — trying to complete an oversight visit to an ICE detention facility in her district — and a “confrontation” with federal officers during which she repeatedly asked not to be touched by masked men and no matter how many times she said it, they didn’t listen. 

Now, while pregnant and fighting a case many believe is meant to intimidate her and other members of Congress from doing their jobs, Congresswoman McIver is refusing to back down. Hear in her own words what really happ...

Ben McKenzie takes us inside his journey to the dark side of cryptocurrency through his new documentary "Everyone Is Lying to You for Money." He exposes how billions in crypto have poisoned American politics and the stunning connection between Jeffrey Epstein and the early development of Bitcoin.

Plus, is a Ben McKenzie/Sophia Bush romcom the antidote we all need to cure the 2026 blues? Find out why these two are ready to commit!

Go to everyoneislying.com/watch to stream Ben's documentary.

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From Harvard basketball captain to one of the country’s most formidable attorneys general, Maura Healey has never backed down from a fight. Now, as Massachusetts’ first woman and first openly LGBTQ governor, she’s facing her biggest challenge yet: leading a state through rising costs, a housing crisis, and an increasingly high-stakes battle with the Federal Government that’s causing all this chaos.

Governor Healey gets real about power, pressure, resilience, and what it takes to keep fighting when the responsibility for millions of people rests on your shoulders.

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Kelley Robinson went from MMA fighter to Obama organizer to now president of the renowned Human Rights Campaign - a celebrated nonprofit striving to make equality, equity and liberation a reality for all LGBTQ+ people.

As the first Black, queer woman to lead HRC and a mom of two, Kelley takes very seriously any threats to civil rights. She shares practical advice, resources, and a much-needed dose of hope for anyone wanting to be on the right side of history. 

Learn more about the Human Rights Campaign at HRC.org or on Instagram here. 

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More LOL and NSFW wisdom from Leslie Jones! Hear the brutally honest advice Jamie Foxx gave Leslie, what blew her mind (and bruised her ego) at the SNL table reads, and the surprising truth she discovered while touring America.

Leslie Jones hosts “Roast My Rental” on HGTV with episodes streaming the next day on HBO Max. And to learn more about her tour, follow Leslie on instagram or visit justleslie.com.

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From SNL to sold-out stand-up, Leslie Jones has built a career saying exactly what's on her mind. Find out Leslie's street-smart rule for dealing with other comedians and why she's got a thing for serial killers. Plus, Leslie and Sophia dream up a hilarious movie plot that'll be Elon Musk's worst nightmare.

Leslie Jones hosts “Roast My Rental” on HGTV with episodes streaming the next day on HBO Max. And to learn more about her tour, follow Leslie on instagram or visit justleslie.com.

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If former Republican Congressman Adam Kinzinger could go back to the end of 2023, knowing everything that's happened since, what would he tell himself? He reflects on what America has become, why he believes it’s okay to change your mind (he now votes Democratic!), what still gives him hope, and why he understands that tomorrow isn't guaranteed for politicians or democracy itself.

To learn more, go to https://www.country1st.com or https://www.adamkinzinger.com.

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More with Rosie O'Donnell as she shares the heartbreaking reason she came out publicly in 2002 and what raising a child with autism has taught her about parenting and acceptance. Plus, hear all about her new one-woman show and what fans can expect when she fills in as host on Jimmy Kimmel Live!

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Rosie O'Donnell has never lived quietly, and this conversation is equally unfiltered. She reflects on the childhood loss that shaped her, the comedy that saved her, and the convictions that have defined her public life. 

She also opens up about leaving America for Ireland and her theory on why Trump is so obsessed with her!

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Success changed Laverne Cox's life—but it didn't answer all of her questions. In this bonus chat, she shares stories behind some of the most profound and painful passages in her new memoir "Transcendence," reflecting on healing, resilience, and why becoming yourself is a lifelong process.

Laverne's memoir "Transcendence" is in bookstores now.

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Before she became a groundbreaking actress, activist, and cultural trailblazer, Laverne Cox was a kid in Mobile, Alabama, searching for a place to belong. Today, she opens up about family, the role that changed her life, and what it means to carry the weight—and opportunity—of being "the first." Plus, Laverne and Sophia go off on the hypocrisy of government officials when it comes to trans rights and discuss what other agenda may be at play.  

Laverne's memoir "Transcendence" is in bookstores now.

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Shawn and Andrew aren't just striving to create a happy home; they are determined to nurture and sustain it. In this candid bonus conversation, the couple reflect on protecting childhood joy, redefining success, and the key advice that has helped shape their successful marriage. 

"Courage to Commit: Embrace the Radical Power of Sticking with Something" is in bookstores now.

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Despite Olympic gold, NFL dreams, and a life that looked perfect from the outside, Shawn Johnson East and Andrew East faced identity crises, hard pivots, and unexpected lessons that came after the applause faded. They open up about marriage, parenthood, and why chasing achievement isn’t the same thing as finding joy. And Shawn shares the surprising reason some of her happiest moments had nothing to do with winning a medal.

"Courage to Commit: Embrace the Radical Power of Sticking with Something" is in bookstores now.

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Having spent much of her life meeting other people's expectations, Brooke Shields is now defining success on her own terms. In part two of this intimate conversation, she reflects on aging, creative control, second acts, and why her popular mystery series "You're Killing Me" feels uniquely aligned with where she is today. Plus, find out how a broken bone led Brooke to one of the most important realizations of her life. 

Watch season one of "You're Killing Me" on Acorn TV.

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What happens when someone who has been looked at her entire life finally gets to decide how she wants to be seen? Brooke Shields reflects on motherhood, friendship, aging, identity, and the complicated gift of growing up in public—offering hard-won wisdom that feels both deeply personal and surprisingly universal.

Watch season one of "You're Killing Me" on Acorn TV.

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Beyond the headlines and behind the doors of the White House, part two of this gripping conversation with Dr. Jill Biden explores the deeply personal moments at the heart of Biden's memoir, "View from the East Wing."

Plus, the former First Lady shares an update on her husband's health, her unique acts of international diplomacy, and recounts a memorable encounter with her celebrity crush.

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What was it really like to live, teach, love, grieve, and lead through one of the most consequential periods in modern American history? In part one of this in-depth conversation, live from The Boch Center Shubert Theatre in Boston, Dr. Jill Biden shares the personal stories, hard-earned lessons, and unexpected moments behind "View from the East Wing."

Find out what her non-negotiables were while being First Lady and hear her gut-wrenching reaction to the demolition of the building she once called home.

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Does a better life start with a single leaf? Sophia digs into that question and more with Christopher Griffin, author of "You Grow, Girl: Plant Kween's Lush Guide to Growing Your Garden." Christopher shares the wisdom passed down from his grandmother and explains why the "green thumb" is a myth. In this live recorded conversation, brought to you by our friends at Miracle-Gro, the two exchange tips and tricks for plant parents at every level to begin their own growth journeys in the garden and beyond. Plus, they explore what tending plants can teach us about tending, and loving...

In this special Pride Month fan Q&A, Sophia gets candid about everything from coming out and finding the courage to be fully yourself to the surprisingly personal fear she’s working to balance alongside the excitement she’s feeling about her upcoming memoir.

Plus, Sophia shares some practical packing tips, her presidential picks and why she can never go incognito. 

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Bonus time with Hayley means a deep dive into the masterclass in tenacity that was the making of "Girls Like Girls" - the movie!

Hear why Hayley insists this love story is as mainstream as it gets! Plus, what she promises to focus on as soon as the film hits theaters on June 19th. 

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Hayley Kiyoko turned her pop anthem “Girls Like Girls” into a best-selling novel and now a hotly anticipated feature film. But the 10-year struggle to see this movie get made only strengthened Hayley's resolve to ensure queer, female stories are shared loudly and proudly. 

Find out how Hayley went from Disney Channel star to "Lesbian Jesus" and why a recent Coachella performance became a magical, full-circle moment. 

"Girls Like Girls" is in theaters on June 19th.

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Sophia couldn't let Tan France go without getting in on the "Honorable Gays" hilarity as the two test the premise of his new YouTube series. Turns out, Sophia was born to deliver hot takes and judgy AITA commentary! Meanwhile, if you started saying "French tuck" thanks to Tan, wait until you hear the term he rolls out in this wild chat!

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You know Tan France for transforming style on "Queer Eye," but stepping onto the global stage as TV's first queer, brown, Muslim man made him fear for his safety. Now a decade later, Tan opens up about the rewards and revelations that came out of his wild ride with the Fab Five. 

Plus, Tan talks trading in the title of fashion expert for several unexpected roles, including theater producer, onscreen drug lord, and hilarious gavel wielding judge!

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If you feel like dysfunction in Washington has become a threat to America itself, you're not alone. Freshmen Senators Elissa Slotkin (D-MI) and Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-DE) break down what's at stake and what they're fighting for despite the chaos created by the current Administration.

Plus, hear how the events on 9/11 changed everything for Senator Slotkin and Senator Blunt Rochester opens up about a secret wish that may fire up the internet in the sweetest of ways.

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