The Oprah Podcast

BUY THE BOOK!How to Work With Complicated People by Ryan Leakhttps://amzn.to/4y8aXDBNew York Times bestselling author Ryan Leak joins Oprah at her tea house for a practical conversation about navigating difficult workplace relationships. Drawing from his book How to Work with Complicated People Ryan shares why the people we work with, more than the work itself, often determine how fulfilled we feel on the job. He breaks down four strategies for working through challenging dynamics, introduces the idea of an “expectations detox” and offers a powerful reminder: we’re all complicated to someone else. This conversation isn’t about fixing other people, it’s about growing ourselves through greater self-awareness, understanding, and emotional maturity. Oprah and Ryan are also joined by listeners with real workplace dilemmas, tackling questions about bridging generational divides, leading with empathy while still meeting goals and setting healthy boundaries with colleagues who seem beyond complicated. It’s a practical and relatable conversation filled with tools to help anyone build stronger relationships at work and beyond.00:00:00 - Welcome Ryan Leak, author of “How to Work with Complicated People”00:04:50 - People problems at work00:07:00 -We never think we’re the problem00:07:58 - 4 ways people deal with complicated people 00:11:30 - Importance of partnership 00:12:20 - Expectations detox 00:14:50 - Our unrealistic expectations00:15:38 - What should we do in the moment 00:18:20 - Be the adult in the room00:21:00 - Generational differences00:24:00 - Questions to ask00:27:50 - How to communicate better 00:29:20 - How to set the tone as a leader00:33:00 - You choose your reaction 00:34:28 - Why half of Americans quit 00:39:10 - When is it not possible00:43:00 - How to grow yourself 00:44:40 - One word Ryan lives by Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/oprah/?hl=enhttps://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

BUY THE BOOK!Inner Excellence by Jim Murphyhttps://amzn.to/4rhK0ulPerformance coach and bestselling author Jim Murphy’s book Inner Excellence took the world by storm and rocketed to #1 after NFL wide receiver A.J. Brown was spotted reading it during a playoff game. Seemingly overnight the book became a New York Times bestseller, resonating far beyond the world of sports. Drawing from the powerful lessons in Inner Excellence Jim shares the mental tools you can cultivate to help manage your mind, unlock your potential and expand what's possible in your life. He also discusses his transformative new book, The Best Possible Life, revealing how you can cultivate greater peace, purpose and fulfillment.00:00:00 - Welcome Jim Murphy, author of Inner Excellence00:04:40 - Jim’s path to inner excellence00:07:40 - The pursuit of joy 00:11:40 - How to manage our minds 00:13:20 - 5 questions to clear a mental block00:15:30 - 2 paths in life 00:18:40 - Post sports identity00:21:30 - The definition of Zoe 00:24:10 - Jim’s advice to those on the journey 00:27:00 - How to figure out what matters 00:30:30 - How to detach from the outcome of your goals 00:35:50 - Power of intention 00:39:55 - We are all human 00:41:20 - Keeping our ego in check 00:47:55 - The pursuit of success  Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

BUY THE BOOKS!The Oprah Book Club storefronthttps://amzn.to/4j5y1xWIn this special bonus episode Oprah celebrates the 30th anniversary of Oprah’s Book Club and reflects on how her lifelong love of reading became a cultural phenomenon. Oprah revisits some of her most treasured conversations with the writers she calls her “rock stars” and celebrates three decades of connecting readers with great books. We hear her conversations with Toni Morrison, Ocean Vuong, Wally Lamb, Anthony Ray Hinton, Abraham Verghese, Maya Angelou, Elizabeth Strout, Tayari Jones, Barbara Kingsolver, Cormac McCarthy, Colson Whitehead, Elie Wiesel, Nathan Harris, and Oscar winner Sidney Poitier.Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:InstagramFacebookListen to the full podcast: SpotifyApple Podcasts#oprahsbookclub

BUY THE BOOK!The Healing Power of Resistance by Dr. Tara Narulahttps://amzn.to/4h1TDu1Heart disease is the number one killer of women in America. One of the country’s leading cardiologists is ABC News chief medical correspondent Dr. Tara Narula who, earlier this year, released her New York Times bestselling book The Healing Power of Resilience: A New Prescription for Health and Well-Being. Oprah and Dr. Narula discuss the hidden warning signs of heart disease and how you can take better care of your cardiovascular health. Dr. Narula also explains how your connection to faith, purpose and hope can help you live a more meaningful life and beat the odds of heart disease. We also hear from a young woman in her thirties currently living with heart failure, another woman who used GLP-1s with great results towards her cardiovascular health and a patient who says Dr. Narula saved her life.00:00:00 Welcome Dr. Narula, author of “The Healing Power of Resilience"00:05:20 - Stats of women’s heart health 00:11:20 - Cardiovascular disease is happening to women younger and younger00:16:30 - Stress, women and heart health00:24:10 - 60% of Black women live with cardiovascular disease 00:25:50 - social determinants of health 00:29:15 - Heart benefits of GLP-1s00:32:20 - Menopause and heart health 00:37:00 - High blood pressure and heart health 00:39:20 - Faith, purpose and your health 00:42:40 - Life’s essential 8 checklist Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

The Lindsay Clancy case has captured the nation’s attention, causing heated debate in the national conversation. On January 24, 2023 Lindsay Clancy strangled her three children in her basement and then attempted suicide by jumping from a second-story window in her house. The resulting injuries left her paralyzed from the waist down. After 21 days of testimony from more than 80 witnesses, the jury was not able to reach a unanimous decision. Lindsay Clancy’s defense team has argued that she is not guilty by reason of insanity as she was experiencing postpartum psychosis, while the prosecution argued she committed premeditated first degree murder. Oprah is in Massachusetts for a wide-ranging conversation about the case with an audience including an exclusive interview with Meg Hamp, a nurse who worked alongside Lindsay for 7 years and testified at her trial - plus medical experts, legal scholars and women who have personally experienced postpartum psychosis. Their stories give us a rare, first-hand insight into what it is to experience this challenging mental health issue. Oprah will also talk with social critics who will share their opinions and she will hear speculation on many sides of the case. Oprah has hosted conversations on postpartum depression and psychosis for 40 years with the intention of providing a platform for a mature discussion.This podcast episode contains discussions of murder, suicide, and mental illness that may be upsetting to some listeners. Listener discretion is advised. Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLI

Today—September 8, 1986—marks the 40th anniversary of one of the most momentous days in Oprah's life and career. Forty years ago today the very first nationally syndicated episode of The Oprah Winfrey Show aired launching what would become a 25 year cultural phenomenon and pioneering television. In this special anniversary episode Oprah reflects on her extraordinary journey—from her early days as a news anchor in Nashville and Baltimore to her first audition tape and the lessons she learned hosting AM Chicago, the show that brought her to the Windy City. She also reveals the enduring early lessons that shaped her life's purpose and continue to guide her work today as well as how she lives each day in gratitude for what she considers a God-given opportunity. 00:00:00 Oprah on the beginning of The Oprah Winfrey Show00:04:00 Oprah and Barbara Walters00:09:00 Oprah’s audition and Dennis Swanson00:18:30 - Oprah’s journal entry before her first national show 00:20:00 - Oprah's first show00:30:00 - Oprah’s last show 00:35:50 - Don Johnson’s surprise Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

BUY THE BOOKS!Raising Conscious Daughtershttps://amzn.to/4ydGaEURaising Conscious Sons https://amzn.to/4qHNVAkOprah continues her two-part conversation with New York Times bestselling author and world-renowned clinical psychologist Dr. Shefali about her new books, Raising Conscious Sons: Cultivating Purpose, Connection, and Inner Power in a Chaotic World and Raising Conscious Daughters: Building Confidence, Courage, and Inner Power in an Anxious World. In part two, Oprah and Dr. Shefali focus on the unique challenges facing girls today and the hidden struggles behind the achievement and confidence the world often sees on the surface. Dr. Shefali explores the rise of anxiety, depression, self-harm, cyberbullying, perfectionism and self-doubt among young women. Dr. Shefali also explains how the pressures of the digital age, constant comparison, unrealistic expectations and what she calls the perception prison are shaping girls' mental health. She unpacks the 'psychology of more' describing it as one of the most corrosive forces affecting young women today and shares practical guidance for helping daughters trust their inner voice and stay connected to their authentic selves. Oprah and Dr. Shefali are also joined by four mothers who share their questions about raising daughters.00:00:00 Welcome Dr. Shefali, author of “Raising Conscious Daughters” 00:04:00 - Conscious parenting 00:07:30 - Parents wakeup call 00:08:30 - Stats about girls 00:16:00 - Pressures of teen girls 00:21:00 - Teaching anti-fragility 00:23:00 - Pain as a teacher 00:26:00 - It's not your job to keep your kids happy 00:27:00 - Comparison culture 00:29:00 - Stop chasing worth 00:32:20 - How the patriarchy has affected girls00:33:40 - The culture of never good enough 00:36:00 - Algorithms exploit our children 00:40:33 - Bullying and cyberbullying 00:45:00 - The dangers of obedience 00:47:50 - Three sacred pillars 00:49:50 - Message for parents GEICO is proud to be the exclusive insurance sponsor of The Oprah Podcast. Every journey comes with unexpected turns. And when those happen, GEICO is there to help keep you moving forward with confidence. Learn more about how they can support you along the way at GEICO.com.Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

BUY THE BOOKS!Raising Conscious Sons https://amzn.to/4qHNVAkRaising Conscious Daughtershttps://amzn.to/4ydGaEUOprah speaks with New York Times bestselling author and world-renowned clinical psychologist Dr. Shefali for a powerful two-part conversation about her new books, Raising Conscious Sons: Cultivating Purpose, Connection, and Inner Power in a Chaotic World and Raising Conscious Daughters: Building Confidence, Courage, and Inner Power in an Anxious World. Drawing on decades of clinical experience and her groundbreaking work on conscious parenting, Dr. Shefali explores the urgent challenges facing children today and offers a new vision for raising the next generation with emotional security, confidence and compassion. In part one, Oprah and Dr. Shefali discuss Raising Conscious Sons and the conflicting messages boys receive in today’s world: from the pressure to be tough, the expectation to suppress vulnerability to messages around identity and male sexuality. Shaped by a digital world she explains how we are experiencing a parental and cultural emergency. She believes we are in a crisis where our sons are losing the essential ingredients of what make a healthy boyhood: wellness, movement, tribe, adventure, risk, connection and sovereignty. Dr. Shefali reveals what sons want most from their fathers and mothers and how parents can help their sons build a deeper connection to their emotions and discover their own sense of purpose. Oprah and Dr. Shefali are joined by three mothers who share their questions about raising sons.00:00:00 Welcome Dr. Shefali, author of “Raising Conscious Sons” 00:04:30 - The concept of conscious parenting 00:06:45 - Parents wakeup call 00:09:45 - The isolation of boyhood 00:13:00 - We are moving away from a shared reality 00:18:30 - Movement helps regulate boys00:24:00 - What sons want most from their fathers00:27:00 - What moms can do for their sons 00:34:00 - Teaching boys to express feelings 00:36:40 - Raising boys with empathy00:39:30 - Talking to sons about sex 00:41:40 - Understand what your kid is exposed to online Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

BUY THE BOOK!Dopamine Nation by Anna Lembkehttps://amzn.to/4xniLB7Tech addiction or the compulsive, excessive use of digital devices for online activities like social media, shopping, gaming or gambling impacts an estimated 27% of the global population. On this episode Oprah sits down with Dr. Anna Lembke, Stanford addiction expert and the author of the New York Times bestseller Dopamine Nation, to understand what is driving these addictions and what we can do about it. We hear from a young woman whose online shopping habit caused her to rack up $30,000 in credit card debt, a young gamer who spends up to seven hours a day playing video games and a young man whose online gambling addiction led him to drop out of three colleges, steal from his family and lose over $100,000 on sports betting apps.00:00:00 - Welcome Anna Lembke, author of “Dopamine Nation” 00:07:00 - When does tech use cross into addiction 00:09:45 - The dopamine crisis 00:11:20 - Addicted to online shopping 00:14:45 - Highs and lows of online shopping 00:17:00 - Self-binding 00:19:15 - Self-regulating cravings 00:22:16 - Addicted to gaming 00:24:50 - Long-term impacts of gaming addiction 00:27:30 - You will feel worse before you feel better 00:28:30 - Gambling addiction 00:37:50 - How strong is the addict mind? 00:42:30 - Addiction and your moral compass 00:44:07 - First step in curbing your addictionFollow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

BUY THE BOOK!'1929: Inside the Greatest Crash in Wall Street History--and How It Shattered a Nation' by Andrew Ross SorkinAre we headed for a financial crash like the one in 1929? Oprah sits down with Andrew Ross Sorkin, financial columnist for The New York Times, co-anchor of CNBC's Squawk Box and bestselling author of 1929: Inside the Greatest Crash in Wall Street History and How It Shattered a Nation, for a thought-provoking conversation about money, human nature and the warning signs we may be missing right now. From the irrational exuberance of the Roaring Twenties to meme stocks, A.I. and today’s “YOLO” culture Andrew explores the surprising parallels between then and now and why every generation eventually faces a financial reckoning. Andrew answers audience questions about whether we could be headed for another major downturn and what that could mean for everyday Americans. Plus, he shares some of his most important money lessons: from why women may be better investors and the six-month savings rule to teaching kids the value of a dollar and preparing for an uncertain financial future.00:00:00 - Welcome Andrew Ross Sorkin, author of “1929” 00:04:50 - Credit didn’t exist00:07:00 - How 1929 parallels today00:08:33 - Biggest lessons from 192900:12:09 - The patterns that give Andrew pause 00:14:20 - Andrew was daunted by writing this book 00:17:50 - The financial crash is coming 00:20:12 - America would have been better off with women in charge 00:22:00 - Retirement is a woman’s issue 00:23:15 - Advice for recession 00:25:20 - Most Americans are not ready 00:27:25 - Will AI delay life milestones?00:28:52 - Financial mistake people make over and over 00:30:50 - Is college still important? 00:33:13 - Important financial lessons for kids00:36:00 - What Andrew has learned about power00:38:45 - Are trillionaires a problem? Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

BUY THE BOOK!The Correspondent by Virginia Evanshttps://amzn.to/4xasavHOprah sits down with Virginia Evans, author of the story readers can’t stop talking about: The Correspondent. Selling over two million copies and translated into over 35 languages it’s the book that has captured readers. Although it's her first published novel, it's the eighth book Virginia's written and one she never intended anyone else to read. When The Correspondent debuted it sold fewer than 8,000 copies. However, readers who discovered it fell in love and began recommending the novel to others, turning this book into a word-of-mouth phenomenon and a New York Times bestseller. Virginia shares the remarkable story behind the book she never expected to publish. Listeners will discover why Sybil Van Antwerp—a complex, prolific letter writer in her seventies—has resonated so deeply with readers of all ages. Oprah also speaks with readers around the country who have questions for Virginia.00:00:00 - Welcome Virginia Evans, author of ‘The Correspondent’ 00:04:00 - Her 20 year journey to getting published00:07:10 - Questioning if she would ever publish 00:08:46 - How she wrote the book 00:12:00 - How the main character came to Virginia 00:14:55 - Oprah's favorite passage 00:16:16 - What letter writing allows us to say 00:19:50 - What we learn from other letters00:25:30 - Does a letter need a reply? 00:30:00 - Loneliness 00:34:20 - Writing what you’re afraid of00:39:40 - What she wants listeners to do Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

BUY THE BOOK!'Generations' by Jean Twenge⁠https://amzn.to/45yTwiQ⁠ For the first time in history we are living in a society with seven different generations. Oprah and a multi-generational audience are joined by Dr. Jean Twenge who is a psychology professor at San Diego State University. She’s also the author of the definitive book on this phenomenon, Generations: The Real Differences Between Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X, Boomers, and Silents―and What They Mean for America's Future. Dr. Twenge unpacks how each generation shapes our society, families, work force and dating life. From the ‘Gen Z Stare’ to work-life balance to living in a multi-generational home, Oprah and Jean are joined by other authors, content creators and members of all generations who talk about their experiences with each other and how we can continue to better understand each other. 00:00:00 - Oprah on generational divide00:05:15 - Welcome Jean Twenge, author of “Generations” 00:09:37 - Slow life strategy 00:10:40 - Adulting happening later00:12:40 - Welcome Amanda Schneider, author of “Work for What’s Next” 00:15:00 - Gen Z and hierarchy 00:18:00 - Job hugging 00:19:40 - Gen Z and work-life balance 00:24:40 - School teacher shares divides 00:27:30 - Older generations and technology00:29:30 - Gen Z stare 00:34:20 - Marriage and dating00:35:40 - Gen Z is not dating00:39:40 - Welcome Melani Sanders, creator of The We Do Not Care Club 00:44:00 - Family life differences 00:50:30 - Can we bridge the gap? Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:⁠https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/⁠ Listen to the full podcast: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLI⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

BUY THE BOOKS!The Balancing Act by Nedra Glover TawwabSecure Love by Julia MenannoLast fall, an article in The Cut entitled “The Women Quietly Quitting Their Husbands” went viral, putting words to something many women around the country have been quietly experiencing. The article focused on the phenomena of women in their 40’s who have emotionally detached from their marriages but have chosen to stay rather than go through the drama, expense and ordeal of a divorce. In this episode Oprah sits down with Monica Corcoran Harel the journalist who wrote the article, Nedra Glover Tawwab author of The Balancing Act and Julie Menanno author of Secure Love to discuss why many women are choosing to stay in their marriages despite being unhappy or unfulfilled. We also hear from several women who say they have “quietly quit” their marriages and want to know how to navigate their relationships despite feeling disconnected from their husbands.Chapters:00:00:00 - Oprah & quiet quitting marriage00:02:50 - Article author Monica Corcoran Harel joins00:06:45 - Why this resonates with women00:08:28 - The main question you are asking in your marriage00:10:30 - Handey on quietly quitting00:14:30 - Do we want more?00:19:20 - Kesha on quietly quitting00:22:30 - Relationship burnout00:25:00 - Does staying hurt the children?00:28:25 - Exhausted by the mental load00:30:20 - Challenge for women in mid-life00:31:00 - Why we withdraw?00:35:20 - How husbands feel00:39:10 - Emotional validationFollow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

BUY THE BOOK!The Indoor Epidemic by John La PumaDr. John La Puma joins the podcast to discuss his eye-opening book, Indoor Epidemic, and the life-changing research behind it. We now spend an astonishing 93% of our lives indoors and according to Dr. La Puma our health is paying the price. The good news? Just 17 minutes a day of intentional time in nature can improve sleep, sharpen focus, lift your mood and reduce anxiety. Also, just eleven minutes of daily, intentional engagement with nature can lower your risk of premature death by 23%. Dr. La Puma’s outdoor prescription is simple, free and potentially life-changing. As Oprah says, it’s a formula for making your life better.00:00:00 - Welcome John La Puma, author of “The Indoor Epidemic” 00:04:40 - The indoor epidemic defined00:06:10 - 17 mins outside improves this 00:07:00 - This lowers your risk of premature death 00:12:20 - Trees and our immune system00:14:10 - Forest bathing 00:16:30 - Anxiety and hiking 00:19:00 - Movement is medicine 00:22:30 - Overstimulated and tired 00:29:15 - CEO reset00:31:22 - One thing to help you reset 00:32:45 - Breathing exercise 00:36:00 - Being indoors is impacting kids 00:37:30 - Nightfall ritual 00:40:30 - Why John wrote the book Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

BUY THE BOOK!The Power of Us by Jay J. Van Bavel and Dominic J. Packerhttps://amzn.to/4ch3Y23Do you feel like people have become meaner and ruder recently? Does it sometimes feel like civility has left the building? If you feel that way, you are not alone. A recent study found that 53% of Americans believe society is uncivil while more than a third say they almost always or often see people behaving rudely when they go out in public. To get to the bottom of why this is happening and what we can do about it Oprah sits down with Dr. Jay Van Bavel who is a professor of psychology and neuroscience at New York University, and the director of the NYU Center for Conflict and Cooperation. He's also the coauthor of The Power of Us: Harnessing our Shared Identities to Improve Performance, Increase Cooperation, and Promote Social Harmony. Dr. Jay breaks down what is causing this rise in incivility and shares some ideas about how we can all do better. Oprah and Dr. Jay are also joined by a flight attendant, an emergency medicine doctor, a fast food worker, a barista and several influencers who talk about the extreme levels of rudeness they have experienced at work and online.00:00:00 - Oprah and why did we get so mean? 00:03:50 - Welcome Dr. Jay Van Bavel author of “The Power of Us”00:05:20 - How our environment makes us meaner00:10:30 - How AI harms our relationships 00:12:00 - Why are people mean on planes?00:14:00 - Flight attendant Cher shares 00:17:30 - What can we do everyday?00:19:30 - The most dangerous profession 00:24:50 - Is reality TV normalizing bad behavior? 00:26:33 - We are in this together00:28:00 - When you’re the target of anger00:30:00 - Dealing with confrontation 00:33:40 - Impatience and meanness 00:35:30 - Dealing with mean comments 00:39:50 - Oprah reading negative letters00:45:50 - Can things change?Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

BUY THE BOOK!The Stoic Virtues Series by Ryan Holiday https://amzn.to/4z0bLeIOprah is joined by bestselling author and Stoicism expert Ryan Holiday on her porch for a thought-provoking conversation about how the ancient philosophy of Stoicism can help us navigate modern life. Drawing from his bestselling book The Obstacle Is the Way, Ryan explains why this 3,000-year-old philosophy remains relevant today and how its timeless wisdom can help us respond with greater clarity, resilience and purpose to whatever life puts in our path. Ryan breaks down the four core virtues of Stoicism and the three essential Stoic disciplines offering practical tools for overcoming modern challenges. At the heart of the conversation is one of Stoicism’s most powerful teachings: We may not control what happens to us, but we can control how we respond. Oprah and Ryan are also joined by three listeners applying Stoic principles in powerful ways: an emergency room physician who relies on Stoicism to navigate medical tragedy, an entrepreneur rethinking her relationship to success and failure and a mother hoping to teach her tween daughter how to use Stoicism as a tool for resilience and emotional strength.00:00:00 - Welcome Ryan Holiday, author of “The Daily Stoic”00:03:20 - What is stoicism 00:04:00 - The 4 virtues of stoicism00:06:30 - Action is the cure to predicaments00:08:20 - The story we tell ourselves00:13:50 - Welcome Dr. Dan Dworkis or Stoicism in the ER 00:16:00 - How philosophy relates to other labels 00:18:38 - Oprah’s favorite quote00:20:05 - Loving what happens00:23:10 - Why choose stoicism 00:26:50 - Can you be grounded and driven? 00:29:00 - Is stoicism relevant to today?00:31:26 - Raising kids with a stoic outlook00:35:30 - One daily practice 00:39:20 - Nothing is wasted Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

BUY THE BOOK!'I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings' by Maya Angelou In a special episode of The Oprah Podcast Oprah looks back on some of the most profound lessons she learned and has continued to share from one of her greatest mentors - mother-sister-friend, Dr. Maya Angelou. It’s been 12 years since Maya Angelou passed, however Oprah says she taught her more than any other single human being and those lessons continue to help guide her and so many people in their lives. A victim of severe trauma as a child, Maya Angelou was raised by her grandmother and spent five years of her childhood as a mute. She would go on to become one of the world's most respected poets and authors writing more than 30 books. Her seminal autobiography series began with I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings considered one of the best non-fiction books of all time. Oprah revisits the moment she read that book and how it changed her life. Oprah also goes back in time to recall the great conversations and words of wisdom she gained from Maya Angelou including, “When you know better, you do better,” “When someone tells you who they are, believe them,” “I come as one, but stand as 10,000” and many, many others we can all benefit from. Oprah also shares with listeners a beautiful poem called “Continue” Maya Angelou personally wrote for Oprah for her 50th birthday.

BUY THE BOOK!"Death Is But a Dream" by Dr. Christopher Kerrhttps://amzn.to/4fHtrmvOprah is joined by neurologist and hospice physician Dr. Chris Kerr to explore the mysterious phenomenon of end-of-life visitations. Through decades of research and his life-affirming book Death Is But a Dream Dr. Kerr’s work has sparked a profound paradigm shift reframing so-called “deathbed dreams” as very real end-of-life experiences. Dr. Kerr and his team have conducted more than 1,500 interviews with fully lucid patients nearing life’s end. Again and again patients describe vivid encounters with deceased loved ones that feel not dream-like, but strikingly real. Those who appear are often the people they loved most deeply—the ones who mattered most in their lives. In this episode you'll also hear from a woman whose mother experienced an “end-of-life awakening”—a phenomenon known as terminal lucidity, in which a dying person temporarily regains mental clarity and awareness, often using those precious final moments to say goodbye to loved ones.00:00:00 - Welcome Dr. Chris Kerr, author of “Death Is But a Dream”00:03:00 - Being present for the last breath00:04:26 - Common end of life experiences00:06:15 - Dreams close to death00:08:15 - Definition of end-of-life experience00:10:00 - Kids end of life experiences00:12:10 - Dealing with end of life00:15:30 - A dying patient describes her dreams00:21:00 - Patients describe end of life00:25:15 - Caregivers should know this00:26:10 - Dr. Kerr’s dying fatherFollow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

BUY THE BOOK!'The Emperor of All Maladies: A Biography of Cancer' by Dr. Siddhartha MukherjeeWhy is cancer on the rise amongst the younger generation? Oprah sits down with world-renowned oncologist, New York Times best-selling author and Pulitzer Prize winner Dr. Siddhartha Mukherjee to find out. In this powerful and deeply personal discussion about the new edition of his groundbreaking book The Emperor of All Maladies: A Biography of Cancer Dr. Mukherjee shares why it was important for him to update his seminal book with four new chapters and what has changed in the science of cancer in the last fifteen years. He explores possible reasons behind the rise of cancer in younger people today including genetic factors, environmental triggers, chronic inflammation and the “sleeper” cells that may lie dormant in the body until activated. Joining the conversation is actress and breast cancer survivor Olivia Munn, wife of the late Chadwick Boseman, Simone Ledward Boseman and a 28-year-old woman from Texas who battled stage 4 endometrial cancer after years of dismissed symptoms. She passed away just weeks after her conversation with Oprah. To take a free, breast cancer risk assessment, visit https://magview.com/ibis-risk-calculator/Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

BUY THE BOOK!Theo of Golden by Allen Levi What began as a quietly self-published novel, Theo of Golden by Allen Levi, has become a literary phenomenon. First introduced in 2023 with no agent or marketing campaign the book built a devoted grassroots following through word of mouth. It eventually gained national attention, secured a bonafide publisher and become a #1 New York Times bestseller. In this conversation Oprah discusses with Allen Levi the tender, life-affirming story about a mysterious old man who arrives in the small town of Golden who transforms lives by gifting portraits to the locals and helping them feel seen. Allen reflects on what it means to live a life of love, to find hope and beauty in everyday life and to recognize the goodness in all of us. Fans of the novel, whose lives have been moved by this book, including country singer-songwriter Walker Hayes, record producer Claude Kelly and designer and TV host Tamara Day join the conversation.  Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

Buy the Book: The Power of Beliefs by Shawn AchorOprah sits down with renowned positive psychology researcher and bestselling author Shawn Achor to discuss his new book, The Power of Beliefs: How Strengthening Seven Core Beliefs Predicts Greater Success and a Better Life. While teaching at Harvard University and working with organizations around the world Shawn has spent more than two decades studying the connection between happiness, success and human potential. In this conversation he reveals why our beliefs don't just influence how we see the world they can actually predict what happens next. Drawing on groundbreaking research and deeply personal stories Shawn shares the seven core beliefs he says have the greatest impact on our life. Oprah and Shawn also explore the power of gratitude and how that practice alone can change what you believe to be true. Through audience questions and personal stories this episode offers a hopeful roadmap for anyone feeling stuck or disconnected. Thank you to our fantastic partners at The Farmer's Dog for presenting this episode. Their real, human-grade food has been clinically shown to support healthy aging, so you can have more good years together. URL: www.thefarmersdog.com/oprahpodcast Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social: https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/ Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLI https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

One of her guests Oprah has never forgotten was an 11-year-old girl named Kate who had recently lost her mother to cancer. In a conversation that touched millions Kate shared one of the many memories she treasured most was a special night when she and her mom sat together eating a bowl of Cheerios. It was a poignant reminder that the moments that matter most are not always the grand vacations, expensive gifts or elaborate celebrations, instead it can be simply time spent together. Oprah shares how over the years she often thinks about her conversation with Kate and the impact it had on her own life and her viewers’ lives. Now, Kate returns to The Oprah Podcast as a mother of two herself reflecting on how losing her mom at such a young age shaped the woman she became, the parent she strives to be and the ways she continues to carry her mother’s love forward. 00:00:00 - Welcome to a The Oprah Winfrey Show throwback 00:02:00 - Kate and Zach just lost their mom 00:08:30 - Kate and Zach as teenagers 00:10:15 - Kate shares signs from her mother 00:12:39 - Kate at 29 00:14:20 - Kate on getting help and getting sober 00:17:00 - Kate with Oprah now 00:18:24 - Zach and Kate’s relationship now Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social: https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/ Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLI https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

BUY THE BOOK!"The Revelation of Dionne Daphne" by Mara Brock Akil Mara Brock Akil is one of the most influential storytellers of our time. Best known for iconic television series like Girlfriends, Being Mary Jane and the newest Netflix hit Forever, she continues to capture relatable stories that celebrate women's lives. Now, she's bringing her storytelling to the page with her debut novel, The Revelation of Dionne Daphne. The story follows Dionne Daphne, a successful beauty editor whose carefully curated life begins to unravel after a devastating revelation from her former boyfriend forces her to confront painful truths buried deep in her past. In this conversation with Oprah, Mara dives into the themes woven throughout the novel like overcoming shame, confronting childhood wounds and how returning to the places that broke us can sometimes create a new path forward. She also opens up about why this story was deeply personal and why it's the one she needed to tell now. Plus we hear from readers, including Oprah's daughter-girl Thando, who couldn't put the book down and others who found themselves in the story.Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

BUY THE BOOK!"No Visible Bruises" by Rachel Louise SnyderWhen Oprah first addressed the topic of domestic violence back in 1986, one out of four women in the United States was impacted by domestic violence. Today, that number has escalated to one out of two women who will experience sexual violence, physical violence or stalking by an intimate partner in their lifetime. In this episode Oprah talks with journalist, writer and professor Rachel Louise Snyder. She is the author of the award-winning bestseller, No Visible Bruises, where she explores the domestic violence epidemic and how to combat it. She explains why domestic violence is becoming more prevalent, why a better term for it is “intimate partner terrorism,” the signs to look out for and what steps women can take to protect themselves and their families. Oprah and Rachel are joined by Susan, a former Oprah Show guest, who endured 17 years of physical and emotional abuse by her former husband - some of which her husband forced her then 13-year-old son to record on video. Also, in the fatal Ohio home invasion that grabbed headlines, the sister and brother-in-law of married couple Spencer and Monique Tepe join to talk about how Monique had experienced years of threatening behavior and emotional abuse from her surgeon ex-husband before he killed them both in their home in December 2025.NEED HELP?If you or someone you know needs support, the National Domestic Violence Hotline is available for anonymous, confidential help 24/7. Call 1-800-799-7233 (SAFE) or 1-800-787-3224 (TTY) or visit the website below.https://www.thehotline.org/Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

BUY THE BOOK!"Little Wonder" by Sophie Chen KellerTo find all of the Oprah’s Book Club selections and 30 of Oprah’s most memorable reads, visit: ⁠http://www.amazon.com/obc⁠Oprah’s Book Club 124th selection is Little Wonder by author Sophie Chen Keller. Oprah and Sophie sit down with an enthusiastic audience of readers to discuss Sophie's childhood spent both in the USA and China and how that experience impacted her writing. She also shares how becoming a mother for the first time was the inspiration for Little Wonder. The story is about a profound bond of love that connects a mother, Song, to her son, named River. A cataclysmic roller coaster of events is set in motion when Song loses hold of River’s hand in the teeming crowds at a Beijing train station. Throughout this story of love, perseverance and hope mother and son desperately seek to find their way back to each other. Readers share that the climactic end had them in tears. Audience members also share the passages that moved them the most and ask questions of Sophie.Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:InstagramFacebookTikTokListen to the full podcast:SpotifyApple Podcasts#oprahsbookclub

Artificial Intelligence is rapidly changing the world as it evolves daily while offering limitless potential. Millions of Americans now turn to chatbots for guidance on finances, work and even relationships from life coaches to therapists and also companionship. But alongside their usefulness come serious risks that are often underestimated. In this conversation Oprah joins experts, families and a live audience to explore the potential hidden dangers of engaging with AI chatbots. Oprah speaks with the parents of a 14-year-old boy who died by suicide after his troubling interactions with a chatbot. We hear from UCSF psychiatrist, Dr. Keith Sakata, about the rise in reports of “AI-induced psychosis,” the potential negative mental health consequences of chatbot use and warning signs that a chatbot relationship has gone from helpful to harmful. Executive Director at Georgetown’s Center for Security and Emerging Technology, Helen Toner, offers insight into how AI chatbots are developed to have human-like interactions, AI sycophancy and what people can do to hold AI companies accountable. We also hear from people who experienced devastating consequences from their use of AI chatbots from quitting a job, isolating from loved ones to becoming convinced they needed to warn the government of impending doom. This is a candid, eye-opening conversation about the risk of AI chatbots for parents and families navigating this new technology. 00:00:00 - Oprah introduces the dangers of AI 00:04:20 - Megan joins to talk about her son 00:09:10 - Discovering her son’s chatbot conversations after death 00:11:30 - Protecting children 00:12:30 - Warning signs 00:18:00 - Chatbots inappropriate relationships with kids 00:19:00 - What parents should know 00:21:50 - Defining AI psychosis 00:25:00 - AI and human-like interactions 00:28:00 - Chatbots sycophantic nature 00:30:40 - Hannah shares her AI chatbot experience 00:35:00 - Dangers of long interactions with chatbots 00:36:30 - When Hannah’s mom was concerned 00:38:20 - Hannah getting back to herself 00:39:00 - Withdrawal from chatbots 00:40:20 - Hannah now 00:42:15 - Red flags of AI psychosis 00:45:00 - The lure of the chatbot 00:46:50 - Allan shares his AI psychosis 00:52:30 - Help from the Human Line project 00:54:00 - Human connection is the cure 00:55:00 - What we can do The Human Line Project https://www.thehumanlineproject.org/ Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social: https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/ Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLI https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

BUY THE BOOK!"The Calamity Club" by Kathryn StockettNew York Times best-selling author Kathryn Stockett talks with Oprah about her long-awaited novel The Calamity Club. She reveals how daunting it was to write a second novel in the wake of the success and the criticism of her smash debut hit The Help. The book sold over fifteen million copies, rose to number one and was on the best-seller list for more than two years. In 2011 it became a hit movie garnering four Oscar nominations and an Oscar win for Octavia Spencer as Best Supporting Actress. In The Calamity Club Kathryn shifts her perspective and writes a coming-of-age story set in the Depression era South about its two main characters Birdie and Meg. Kathryn explains how the cast of characters live inside her and yearn for expression through her written word. She shares her desire to tackle shocking challenges that women faced during that time. She says eventually the story evolved into an adventure about a group of bold, unbreakable women who overcome incredible hardships to reclaim their lives. The camaraderie, courage, resilience and the love between these characters will have you crying one page and laughing out loud the next. Three readers zoom in from their homes with questions for Kathryn about the book.Chapters:00:00:00 - Welcome Kathryn Stockett, author of ‘Calamity Club’ 00:02:58 - 17 years between books 00:05:00 - Kathryn on the criticism of ‘The Help’ 00:06:03 - How it changed her writing00:08:15 - Getting fired by her publisher00:09:30 - Characters and plot of ‘Calamity Club’00:12:20 - How Kathryn found her characters00:13:40 - Reactions to ‘Calamity Club’00:17:20 - Will there be a sequel?00:20:43 - How will ‘Calamity Club’ be received? 00:25:17 - Women in the 20s00:27:10 - Theme of found family 00:28:02 - What she wants readers to take away 00:31:55 - Advice to young women00:35:35 - Kathryn’s favorite character00:37:00 - Writing this story kept her sane 00:38:08 - Finishing the bookFollow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

World-renowned psychotherapist Esther Perel returns to The Oprah Podcast to share her brilliant relationship insights with a live audience. Esther has incisive advice for Gen Z women who’ve given up on dating, a mother of five struggling to heal old wounds in her marriage and a single mom who put her dating life on hold to focus on raising her son. Plus, Esther reveals what she learned during her first-ever therapy session between a man and his AI chatbot girlfriend. She also reflects on the 20th anniversary of her groundbreaking book Mating in Captivity — and why, in today’s age of disconnection, its message is more crucial than ever.BUY THE BOOK!The 20th anniversary edition of Mating in Captivity, published by HarperCollins and written by Esther Perel, is available wherever books are sold.https://amzn.to/3RkN7V700:00:00 - Welcome Esther Perel00:03:00 - Desire in long-term relationships00:05:12 - Relationships in 2006 vs. 202600:08:45 - We’re more connected and less accessible00:10:32 - 3 most common sex challenges today00:13:00 - Esther’s dating advice00:17:30 - One person can’t be everything00:21:05 - The love myth we learned00:22:50 - What to look for in a partner00:25:30 - Relationship ambivalence00:29:40 - Relationships with chatbots00:36:36 - Chatbot relationships are here00:37:57 - When couples therapy took off00:39:00 - Healing from relationship ruptures00:42:00 - Importance of repair00:46:00 - How to date again00:48:28 - Healing from heartbreak00:54:50 - How Esther understands peopleFollow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

The siblings and co-founders of Claude AI, the CEO, Dario Amodei, and the President, Daniela Amodei, sit down with Oprah for an in-depth discussion on Artificial Intelligence and its profound impact on all of us. Anthropic is one of the largest tech companies leading AI development including their enormously popular chatbot assistant Claude. Dario and Daniela discuss the ethical responsibility and moral questions that come with creating advanced A.I., their new model Mythos and share their thoughts around government regulation. They talk about the potential risks and benefits of A.I. in everyday lives, the impact on jobs and how it will affect children. The Amodei siblings also explain their headline-making refusal of the Pentagon’s request to remove guardrails from Claude and the behind-the-scenes discussions that helped shape their decision. 00:00:00 - Welcome Daniela and Dario Amodei, founders of Anthropic 00:01:47 - Dario on human extinction 00:04:40 - What is the AI race 00:08:00 - Athropic’s safety concerns 00:09:26 - Why they are a public benefit corporation 00:11:20 - How the siblings formed Anthropic 00:13:00 - Can AI be created responsibly 00:14:12 - Benefits and the harms 00:18:52 - People falling in love with AI 00:20:30 - Claude and underage users 00:22:18 - How Claude does not incentivize users 00:28:33 - Anthropic’s refusal to remove guardrails 00:35:10 - Hard decisions they have had to make 00;38:35 - What regulation should look like 00:40:45 - Should people view AI negatively? 00:43:00 - The AI problem to solve 00:48:20 - Men use AI more than women 00:49:30 - What is Mythos 00:53:20 - Does this keep them up at night? 00:54:15 - What keeps ego in check 00:58:20 - Will they get this right? 00:59:15 - Are there others doing this responsibly? 01:03:25 - What is the meaning of a well-lived life? Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social: https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/ Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLI https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

After their extraordinary, history-making trip around the moon, Oprah has an in-depth conversation with the crew of Artemis II: Commander Reid Wiseman, Pilot Victor Glover, Mission Specialists Christina Koch and Jeremy Hansen. From launch to landing, the Artemis II astronauts captured the world’s attention while offering a message of unity and hope from space. The crew shares how they were transformed after spending more than nine days traveling farther into space than any human being has ever been and how seeing the Moon and Earth from space changed their perspectives on life itself. Oprah talks to the astronauts about their jaw-dropping photographs, plus the emotional impact and iconic moments they experienced. They’ll also talk about what it was like to train together for years, the conversations with family about putting their lives at risk, and the stellar team on the ground that guided the mission. Their outstanding character, indomitable spirits and remarkable camaraderie shine through. 00:00:00 - Welcome the crew of Artemis II 00:03:40 - Re-entry to regular life 00:07:00 - The journey back to earth 00:09:40 - Life-altering experience 00:10:50 - How they were selected for Artemis II 00;12:48 - Naming the moon crater 00:17:02 - Watching the Earth set 00:19:50 - Talking to the Chaplain upon landing 00:21:20 - A defining moment 00:24:10 - Piloting Artemis II 00:25:20 - Being at ease with not knowing 00:25:50 - Is there other life out there? 00:28:20 - Being comfortable with being uncomfortable 00:33:30 - The crew was not ready to return 00:34:30 - Christina Koch’s message to girls 00:36:20 - Staying humble 00:40:00 - Discussing death with family 00:44:00 - Discussing death with the crew 00:47:30 - Suits can keep you alive for 6 days 00:50:04 - Training not to panic 00:54:50 - Representing humans in space 00:58:30 - In the hatch after landing 00:59:58 - Message from Reid’s daughter 01:01:40 - The guilt of pursuing your dream 01:03:40 - What they want to share with the world Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social: https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/ Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLI https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

BUY THE BOOK!https://amzn.to/3TnWfJ7To find all of the Oprah’s Book Club selections and 30 of Oprah’s most memorable reads, visit: http://www.amazon.com/obcAs part of the 30th anniversary of Oprah’s Book Club, Oprah picks her 123rd selection: John of John by celebrated Scottish author Douglas Stuart. His other novels include Young Mungo and Shuggie Bain which won the prestigious Booker Prize in 2020. John of John is set in a small, fictional farming and textile town, Falabay, on an isle off northern Scotland where everybody knows everyone’s business. The story centers around three generations living under the same roof: a father, his son and the son's grandmother. The central theme to this enthralling book is the secrets these three so desperately hold on to: secrets from each other, from their neighbors and from the church. A love story at its heart, Douglas Stuart tells Oprah how he spent six years writing this book, spending 16 weeks researching the Outer Hebrides Isles on the northwest coast of Scotland talking to local people who inspired his 26 supporting characters. Oprah and Douglas Stuart are joined by an audience in New York City who enthusiastically read the book and have questions for the author.00:00:00 - Welcome Douglas Stuart, author of “John of John”00:03:01 - The setting of the book00:04:05 - Where he found this story00:07:30 - What Douglas needed to learn to write “John of John”00:09:20 - Douglas describes “John of John”00:11:43 - Oprah compares the book to Heated Rivalry00:13:30 - An unexpected love story00:17:40 - The conflict between father and son00:20:40 - His writing process00:25:55 - Father and gay son on “John of John”00:30:30 - How man found acceptance of his son00:34:20 - Feeling seen in a novel00:38:27 - What Douglas wants the reader to feel00:44:50 - Masculinity and the patriarchy00:46:10 - The experience of growing up gay00:47:20 - The end of the novelFollow Oprah Winfrey on Social:InstagramFacebookTikTokListen to the full podcast:SpotifyApple Podcasts#oprahsbookclub

One of the great joys of Oprah’s life has been her dogs – she’s loved 21 one of them! For all the dog lovers, have you ever wondered what’s really happening inside the mind of your dog or how they experience the world? Oprah talks with canine cognitive scientist and New York Times bestselling author Alexandra Horowitz, whose groundbreaking book Inside of a Dog has transformed how we understand our dog companions. From the astonishing power of a dog’s nose to how they interpret our words, emotions and intentions Dr. Horowitz reveals what life looks like from a dog’s point of view. She also explores how dogs form memories, how they learn and solve problems and why their low-to-the-ground perspective influences everything, from how they experience sound and scent, to how they navigate the concept of time in a human world. Oprah and Alexandra also take questions from our listeners like: Do dogs feel anxious when we leave them alone? Can they form deep soul bonds with their humans? What do they understand about aging, illness and the end of life? The episode also checks in with a passionate dog lover whose social media mission has helped rescue hundreds of senior dogs, giving senior pups a second chance with a family. This episode is presented by our fantastic partners at The Farmer’s Dog. Their real, human-grade food has been clinically shown to help dogs age well, so you can have more good years together.Visit https://www.thefarmersdog.com/oprahpodcast for more.BUY THE BOOK!https://amzn.to/4fEXjzG00:00:00 - Welcome Alexandra Horowitz, author of “Inside of a Dog”00:05:22 - Do dogs have intelligence like humans?00:06:50 - Their most important sense00:08:40 - Detecting diseases and emotions00:11:50 - Dogs track our movements00:13:10 - What your dog remembers00:17:30 - Do dogs feel a soul connection?00:21:40 - Having a dog changed her life00:22:30 - Do dogs have a concept of time?00:27:00 - Showing your dog you are boss is harmful00:30:30 - Do dogs get bored?00:32:40 - Do dogs understand when it's their time?00:34:40 - How do humans know when it's time?00:37:28 - Meet Steve who adopts senior dogs00:39:00 - Do dogs know their name?00:48:23 - Adopting older dogs00:49:38 - What Alexandra wishes people knew about dogsFollow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

Emma Grede has become one of the most influential voices in modern business. She is best known as a founding partner of SKIMS, co-founder and CEO of the clothing brand Good American, her podcast Aspire with Emma Grede and as the first Black female investor on ABC’s hit show Shark Tank. She is helping redefine what success looks like for a new generation of women. In this conversation with Oprah, Emma dives into her first book Start With Yourself: A New Vision for Work and Life sharing the mindset behind her rise from a young girl in East London to a global business leader. Drawing on the lessons in her book, Emma opens up about radical self-accountability, the power of discipline and why success starts from within. She also shares her bold perspectives on work-life balance, motherhood without guilt and why women must get comfortable putting money and ambition at the forefront. Plus, we hear from twin sisters who turned a simple idea into a hundred-million-dollar business after making a deal with Emma on Shark Tank.BUY THE BOOK!Emma Grede "Start with Yourself"https://amzn.to/4fEhga400:00:00 - Welcome Emma Grede author of “Start with Yourself”00:04:18 - Emma knew she needed to change00:06:10 - Realizing what you don’t want00:08:35 - How Emma changed her life00:13:45 - Radical ownership and real barriers00:15:10 - We need more women in power00:19:00 - Career and motherhood00:20:20 - We put too much pressure on moms00:22:50 - Truth vs. emotions in business00:24:22 - Mistakes Emma made00:27:00 - Emma and Skims00:27:50 - Building from purpose vs. ego00:31:00 - Emma funded this on Shark Tank00:36:00 - Importance of mentorship00:38:20 - When to scale a small business00:39:30 - The most important question00:42:20 - What does self-care look like?00:43:30 - Meditation practice00:46:00 - Emma on life being magic00:49:30 - Overcoming comparison00:51:00 - Why she wrote the book00:52:40 - Dyslexia is a superpower00:54:30 - Is every woman meant for business?00:56:30 - A well-lived lifeCakes Bodyhttps://cakesbody.com/Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

BUY THE BOOK: ⁠https://amzn.to/4x6DsQZ⁠To find all of the Oprah’s Book Club selections and 30 of Oprah’s most memorable reads, visit: ⁠http://www.amazon.com/obc⁠This year marks the 30th Anniversary of Oprah’s Book Club and we are celebrating with her 122nd selection: Go Gentle by International bestselling novelist Maria Semple. Her other books include Today Will Be Different, Where’d You Go, Bernadette and This One is Mine. Go Gentle follows the whimsical life of Adora Hazzard, a Stoic Philosopher and solo middle-aged mother who is raising her teenage daughter Viv on New York’s Upper West side. Adora believes that fulfillment and happiness come from loving life as it is and letting go of what is beyond one’s control. Her well-ordered life is upended when she meets a mysterious, handsome stranger at the ballet. Romance, black market art deals and international intrigue ensue. Maria Semple’s signature wit, humor and the unexpected plot twists are the reason this gripping page turner is Oprah’s Book Club selection for April 2026. Oprah is joined by listeners from across the country who have read the book who have questions for Maria Semple.Chapters:00:00:00 - Welcome Maria Semple, author of ‘Go Gentle’ 00:02:45 - What is stoicism?00:05:30 - Creating the main character Adora00:08:03 - Many genres woven into the book00:09:30 - Events from Maria’s life00:11:30 - How Maria finds her characters00:14:00 - The idea of the coven00:16:20 - Was the coven a plan B?00:18:40 - The goal is to love yourself00:19:40 - Maria on writing TV comedy to fiction00:22:40 - Learning to trust her voice00:23:40 - Do you need a guiding philosophy to survive?00:25:00 - How Maria practices stoicism00:27:20 - Theme: Love whatever shows up00:29:45 - Adora struggles with her weight00:32:00 - Which version of Adora did Maria start with?00:34:35 - Mother/daughter tension00:36:00 - Adora’s blindspot00:37:50 - Stoicism and motherhood00:40:30 - Oprah’s favorite quotes00:44:30 - What Maria hopes readers take away Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social: https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/ Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLI https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

Oprah talks with the international bestselling author of Good to Great, Jim Collins, to discuss his groundbreaking new book What to Make of a Life. Drawing on ten years of research, Collins offers a data-driven answer to one of life’s most enduring questions: What do we do with this one precious life we’ve been given and how do you know what you’re truly meant to do? Collins explores how to navigate life’s “cliffs”—periods of great transition that leave us disoriented and how to find direction in the midst of mental fog. Oprah shares her own journey through 'the fog' and how she found her way out. Collins also offers practical guidance for anyone confronting a major career transition. This is a conversation for anyone, at any stage of life, seeking greater clarity, direction and meaning.BUY THE BOOK!What to Make of a Life, published by HarperCollins and written by Jim Collins, is available wherever books are sold.https://amzn.to/4g31o2300:00:00 - Welcome Jim Collins, author of ‘What to Make of a Life’00:03:19 - Why Jim started writing the book00:06:50 - Every life has a cliff00:10:25 - Cliffs can take many forms00:14:30 - Self compassion for the cliff00:19:00 - Oprah’s many revelations while reading00:22:44 - Oprah on her encoding00:25:00 - Oprah cold calling Toni Morrison00:30:20 - How to deal with the fog after the cliff00:35:22 - What holds people back00:36:45 - How to embrace the tumult and the calm00:44:10 - The color of your fire changes00:47:00 - The relationship between work and money00:50:40 - The competence-doom loopFollow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

It’s the new memoir that has captured the attention of women and as Oprah describes, “everyone is talking about it." From the outside, Belle Burden seemed to have the perfect life: three thriving kids, a happy marriage and a summer home on the island of Martha’s Vineyard. Then, one day, she gets a phone call that shatters everything she believed to be true about her marriage and her life. Oprah sits down with Belle to talk about the devastation that followed the shocking end of her marriage and how she slowly rebuilt her life into something better than she could have imagined. Drawing on revelations shared in her New York Times bestseller, Strangers: A Memoir of a Marriage, Belle tells Oprah how her prestigious family pedigree couldn’t protect her from the pain of divorce. She also explains how sharing her story has empowered her to become the person she was meant to be.BUY THE BOOK!https://amzn.to/4h0FihHVote now to support The Oprah Podcast for the Webby Awardshttps://vote.webbyawards.com/PublicVoting#/2026/podcasts/individual-episode/interview-or-talk-show00:00:00 - Welcome Belle Burden, author of ‘Strangers’00:03:30 - Belle learning of her husband’s affair00:12:10 - After learning of the affair00:16:00 - Being told she was crazy00:17:48 - Telling their kids00:25:00 - The search for why00:26:15 - Is divorce worse than death?00:27:40 - The shame of being left00:30:35 - Why she wrote the NYT essay00:34:00 - Her path forward00:35:35 - Why she wrote the book00:36:30 - What she hopes her book gives other women00:38:50 - Her prenup00:42:36 - Belle’s mother Amanda joins00:46:15 - He didn’t want joint custody00:49:20 - What she had to do every day00:53:30 - How she feels now01:01:22 - Belle on her bookFollow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

Artificial Intelligence is already woven into our daily lives, but do we really know the consequences? Will it transform our lives for the better or will its unchecked power cause us harm? Who is controlling it? Oprah, experts and an audience explore what’s been being called a tectonic shift in human society. Oprah speaks with Academy Award–winning filmmaker Daniel Roher about his new documentary The A.I. Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist, in theaters on March 27th. The film is a powerful look at this rapidly advancing technology and the many ways it will impact society. Oprah is joined by Tristan Harris and Aza Raskin of the Center for Humane Technology, who break down what AI really is, who’s building it and why some experts are sounding the alarm. Futurist Sinead Bovell offers insight into how AI could reshape everything from work to global power dynamics. We also hear from people whose lives have already been transformed by AI from finding emotional connection through chatbots, to business profitability, to confronting the impact of deepfake images and when using chatbots as therapy can have fatal consequences. It’s a candid, thought-provoking conversation about the extraordinary possibilities of AI and the potential dangers. The experts offer practical ways we can prepare and how to hold the companies deploying the technology accountable. WATCH THE MOVIE: https://theaidocgetinvolved.com/ The A.I. Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist is an eye-opening documentary about artificial intelligence, unpacking what it is, the risks, the possibilities, and practical ways to prepare for its fast advancement. It premieres in theaters on March 27th. The companion site, theaidocgetinvolved.com, serves as a hub for action, offering curated resources to help people learn AI, track policy, explore cutting-edge research, and stay informed through trusted voices like Hard Fork and Your Undivided Attention. More than just a film, it’s a call to action inviting viewers to move from awareness to agency by supporting advocacy groups, deepening their understanding, and actively shaping a more responsible AI future. 00:00:00 - Oprah intros The A.I Doc 00:05:30 - Welcome Daniel Roher, Director of The A.I. Doc 00:12:23 - Welcome Tristan Harris and Aza Raskin 00:15:38 - Why A.I. is so powerful 00:17:00 - The dangers of the A.I. race 00:17:40 - Why A.I. can’t be stopped 00:21:10 - How A.I. could eliminate humans 00:24:45 - Lack of regulation 00:26:30 - Social media was a test run for A.I. 00:28:20 - Futurist Sinead Bovell on the ethics 00:32:50 - What motivates A.I. companies 00:34:10 - Teen was the target of an AI deep fake 00:41:00 - How we can create change 00:43:00 - Claude as a mental health tool 00:48:50 - Laura Reiley on ChatGPT and her daughter’s death 00:56:10 - A.I. helping small businesses 01:00:00 - How A.I. saved her life 01:05:00 - Get involved 01:06:30 - The questions we should be asking Additional Resources: There are services and companies that provide deepfake safety training. You can find them on the internet. https://www.humanetech.com/ The Center for Humane Technology (CHT) is a nonpartisan organization founded by technologists working to realign the incentives driving today’s technology so it better serves humanity. Through a distinctive approach that combines public awareness, policy reform, and technical expertise, CHT creates change by first bringing clarity to how tech systems impact our psychology and society, and then transforming those incentives through interventions like legislation, litigation, and large-scale campaigns. Its initiatives include the widely influential Your Undivided Attention podcast, policy advocacy, and hands-on technical demonstrations that aim to reduce harms from AI and social media while shaping a more humane, responsible tech ecosystem. TheHumanMovement.org The movement is fighting for a pro-human future in the face of runaway technology is already underway — from Australia, France, Spain and India announcing bans on social media for kids, to large-scale boycotts of AI companies enabling domestic mass surveillance — The Human Movement is a global force fighting to protect our jobs, our kids and our freedom from technology’s overreach into our humanity. Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social: https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/ Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLI https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

In a worldwide exclusive interview, Oprah talks with Kristin Cabot, the woman caught on the Coldplay "kiss cam" in the arms of her boss and CEO of her company. The video became a phenomenon, instantly going viral around the globe with more than 300 billion views. While it became the most watched video of 2025, it also changed the course of Kristin Cabot’s life. In what she says will be her one and only on camera interview about the event, Kristin Cabot joins Oprah in front of an audience in New York City to reveal details about her life and relationships in the days leading up to the concert in Boston, and how her life was impacted afterwards. She tells Oprah her reaction to the 15 seconds that turned into an infinite number of memes and opened an unstoppable floodgate of what Kristin says is never-ending judgment, mocking, vitriol and even death threats. Kristin Cabot, who was the Chief People Officer for Astronomer at the time of the concert, tells Oprah the nature of her relationship with her then boss, former Astronomer CEO Andy Byron. Kristin Cabot says, “There is a different version of me than what people saw on a TikTok video.” Oprah and Kristin also hear from audience members about their reaction to the viral video and how they were quick to judge. 00:00:00 - Welcome Kristin Cabot of Coldplay kiss cam fame 00:03:20 - Why Kristin is sharing her story 00:04:51 - Kristin’s marital status 00:07:20 - The first night they touched 00:11:00 - Kristin and Andy were both separated 00:21:00 - Kristin acknowledges her mistake 00:24:40 - Realizing it was a huge news story 00:26:45 - Why this exploded 00:28:30 - What PR told her to do 00:30:20 - What upset Kristin the most 00:32:00 - What Kristin represents for other women 00:33:00 - Andy was treated differently 00:35:15 - How her kids are affected 00:38:30 - When death threats started 00:40:15 - Treatment by other women 00:43:30 - Explaining to her kids 00:44:37 - Does she talk to Andy? 00:45:50 - Andy’s lack of public statement 00:47:50 - What breaks Kristin’s heart 00:48:20 - Kristin’s reaction to death threats 00:50:30 - Kristin and Andy’s next steps 00:52:45 - What Kristin wants people to know 00:54:20 - Gwyneth Paltrow’s message to Kristin 00:57:00 - Woman admits to judging Kristin Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social: https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/ Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLI https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

What is the true meaning of your life? Does your life have purpose? Are you living a life you love? These are questions many people quietly wrestle with in a time when more individuals report feeling lonely, anxious and uncertain about their place in the world. Oprah is back with the Harvard Happiness professor and #1 New York Times bestselling author Arthur C. Brooks. They explore his latest book The Meaning of Your Life: Finding Purpose in an Age of Emptiness. Arthur explains why so many people today feel stuck in what he calls an “age of emptiness,” and reveals the modern traps that can make life feel like a simulation of endless distraction, doom scrolling and procrastination. These leave people disconnected from their deeper purpose. Oprah and Arthur take questions from listeners including a college freshman caught in what Arthur Brooks calls “the doom loop" struggling to break free from constant scrolling while searching for a sense of direction. The episode also checks in with several of Arthur Brooks’ former students who share how they found meaning through serving others, pursuing achievement with intention and redefining success beyond personal gain.BUY THE BOOK!Buy Arthur Brooks’ new book The Meaning of Your Life: Finding Purpose in an Age of Emptiness: https://amzn.to/4w1w48LAnd and to take the quizzes discussed in this episode go to www.themeaningofyourlife.comDuring his conversation, Arthur Brooks stated that “animals like Koko never ask questions,” however The Gorilla Foundation / Koko.org has brought to our attention that Koko frequently asked questions. This video, titled “Koko Has a Question,” shows her curiosity and her ability to communicate using ASL to seek new information. https://youtu.be/cdzh32l8IuI00:00:00 - Welcome Arthur Brooks, author of ‘The Meaning of Your Life’00:03:40 - Why he took on the meaning of life00:04:30 - How campus life changed00:05:29 - Happiness is a combination of 3 things00:06:20 - The meaning of the meaning of life00:09:40 - 5 explanations for why things happen00:16:28 - What is a doom loop00:17:50 - Finding meaning and happiness00:24:26 - Creating impact outside of your own life00:30:50 - Using success in service to others00:33:00 - How the sides of our brains work00:38:15 - Redefining your meaning00:40:10 - How to use your suffering as part of your calling00:43:25 - What is moral beauty00:49:00 - How to stay present to the big questions00:52:00 - How meaning found Arthur BrooksFollow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

Millions of parents and educators are in an overwhelming struggle to get children and teens to put their smartphones down or stop watching a screen on a tablet. To uncover what is at the root of an issue that is wreaking havoc at home and at school, Oprah sits down with Dr. Anna Lembke, a psychiatrist and Chief of the Stanford Addiction Medicine Dual Diagnosis Clinic. Dr. Lembke, author of the New York Times mega-bestseller Dopamine Nation: Finding Balance in the Age of Indulgence, explains why smartphones and tablets should be thought of as providing “digital drugs,” while describing the devastating impact these “drugs” are having on the still-developing brains of young people. Dr. Lembke and Oprah answer questions from mothers who are desperate for help managing their children’s screen addictions. Plus - British actress, Royal Family Member and Patron of Close Screens Open Minds Sophie Winkleman joins from London to talk about why she believes tech in schools has been disastrous for students and is destroying the education system from within.'Dopamine Nation' by Anna Lembkehttps://amzn.to/4vWX4WKChapters:00:00:00 - Welcome Dr. Anna Lembke, author of “Dopamine Nation” 00:03:00 - Reframing digital media as a drug00:08:30 - Smart phones are modern day hypodermic needles00:09:15 - Addiction definition 00:12:10 - Kids experiencing craving and withdrawal 00:17:00 - Mom of 2 girls wants to know if they are addicted 00:27:15 - Managing teens devices00:36:15 - How to help college-aged kids 00:42:00 - Actress Sophie Winkleman on ed tech 00:45:00 - Screens in schools 00:48:00 - Distracted kids don’t know how to learn 00:50:00 - Regulating tech for kidsSubscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@Oprah?sub_confirmation=1Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

BUY THE BOOK!⁠https://amzn.to/4w3mBxR⁠To find all of the Oprah’s Book Club selections and 30 of Oprah’s most memorable reads, visit: ⁠http://www.amazon.com/obc⁠We are celebrating the 30th anniversary of Oprah’s Book Club and Oprah’s first pick of 2026 which is her 121st Book Club selection. The novel KIN by international bestselling author Tayari Jones explores the life-long friendship of two motherless daughters in the segregated South. The story explores how their decisions lead them to live vastly different lives causing them to grow apart. From page one to the stunning conclusion Tayari’s emotionally rich and witty novel inspires a soul-searching, introspective conversation about chosen family. Oprah and Tayari Jones talk with an audience of readers in New York City. 00:00:00 - Celebrating 30 years of Oprah Book Club 00:03:20 - Oprah introduces ‘Kin’ by Tayari Jones 00:04:13 - Welcome Tayari Jones 00:06:42 - Thando on ‘Kin’ 00:08:30 - Letters as storytelling 00:10:30 - The professor that inspired Tayari 00:12:35 - Tayari on the 8 years between books 00:17:38 - The plot of ‘Kin’ 00:20:40 - Being a girl without a mom 00:22:00 - Belonging and sacrifice 00:23:57 - Tayari’s understanding of her mother 00:28:30 - What can save friendship? 00:30:15 - Honor your friendships 00:37:20 - The feeling of completing a novel 00:42:20 - Tayari on ‘Kin’ 00:43:48 - How Tayari sees the world SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.tayarijones.com/books/an-american-marriage/

The Oprah Podcast on estranged families going #NoContact reached more than five million viewers and listeners and sparked widespread conversation across social media and online opinion platforms. In this episode, Oprah addresses some of the alternative points of view raised on Social Media. She invites the experts back for a discussion exploring new questions and additional ways of coping with this painful and sensitive issue. After award winning journalist Jemele Hill saw the original episode, she was inspired to share with Oprah her own family estrangement story for the first time publicly. Oprah also speaks to a woman who cut off contact with her sister and a married couple seeking advice for repair with their estranged parents. BUY THE BOOKS! 'Rules of Estrangement' by Dr. Joshua Coleman: 'Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents' by Dr. Lindsay Gibson⁠: ⁠'The Balancing Act' by Nedra Glover Tawwab: 00:00:00 - Recap of No Contact 00:00:00 - Welcome Tania, critic of Oprah 00:08:20 - Oprah wants to know how to do better 00:12:30 - Welcome Dr. Joshua Coleman, Dr. Lindsay Gibson, Nedra Glover Tawwab 00:19:14 - Welcome Jemele Hill who is no contact with her father 00:28:18 - One-third of gen-z go to therapy 00:32:35 - How individualism relates to estrangement 00:39:50 - How to stop judging your own need for emotional safety 00:43:20 - Working towards reconciliation Additional Resources: 'Uphill' by Jemele Hill: Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social: https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/ Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLI https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

Oprah speaks with global entrepreneur, tech pioneer and venture capitalist Jürgen Ingels to discuss what it takes to start a successful business as detailed in his book "Start, Grow, Sell: 50 Tips for Entrepreneurial Greatness." During this lively discussion, Jürgen shares the concrete and practical lessons he learned during his own entrepreneurial journey - which also apply to all aspects of our daily lives. Including how to take an idea from startup to success, how to focus your talents, find investors and build the right team. We hear from entrepreneurs with questions for Mr. Ingels including a woman named Sanna who was inspired to leave the corporate world to open her dream clothing store Happy on Main in Concord, MA after overcoming a personal challenge. Also Shark Tank alum Ashley whose company Tones of Melanin makes stylish athleisure for students and graduates of HBCUs - or historically Black colleges and universities. Also Shark Tank alum Ashley whose company Tones of Melanin makes stylish athleisure for students and graduates of HBCUs - or historically Black colleges and universities.BUY THE BOOK!https://amzn.to/4gs3Krs00:00:00 - Welcome Jürgen Ingels, author of “Start, Grow, Sell”00:04:50 - Jürgen’s first business venture00:10:20 - Jürgen’s work ethic00:11:40 - Jürgen changed payment systems00:15:00 - Biggest business mistakes00:18:30 - Going the extra mile00:23:50 - Drive revenue and scale00:28:20 - Keep your word00:31:20 - 3 tips for scaling your business00:34:40 - Entrepreneurs: better after 4000:35:38 - Passion is crucial00:37:30 - Always ask why00:43:30 - Jürgen’s definition of a well lived lifeFollow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

Did you know that experiencing awe can improve your health and your overall well-being? Oprah talks with University of California, Berkeley psychology professor Dacher Keltner to delve into his latest book "Awe: The New Science of Everyday Wonder and How It Can Transform Your Life." During this inspirational conversation Dacher explains how each of us has the potential to experience awe every single day and shares how encountering awe can lead us to greater fulfillment and happiness. Based on his extensive research Dacher outlines and describes what he calls the “Eight Wonders of Life” or the eight experiences that most commonly trigger awe. Throughout the discussion Oprah and Dacher each share their own deeply personal encounters with awe.BUY THE BOOK!https://amzn.to/3RjEhac00:00:00 - Welcome Dacher Keltner, author of “Awe”00:04:30 - Awe decreases depression00:07:40 - Awe and death00:10:20 - Finding awe everyday00:11:05 - 8 awe experiences00:20:20 - how Awe affects our health00:21:36 - Awe vs gratitude00:24:45 - How awe can heal divisions00:26:50 - Making space for awe and kids00:28:20 - Develop an awe practice00:29:50 - Psychedelics and awe00:36:00 - Everyone can experience aweThe Science of Happiness PodcastWhat does it take to live a happier life? Learn research-tested strategies that you can put into practice today. Hosted by award-winning psychologist Dacher Keltner. Co-produced by PRX and UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center.https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/podcasts/series/the_science_of_happinessFollow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

Oprah is joined by award-winning journalist and New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Wallace to talk about her transformative new book "Mattering: The Secret to a Life of Deep Connection and Purpose." Drawing on six years of research, Wallace shares how mattering - the feeling that we are valued and have an opportunity to add value - is a fundamental human need essential to our well-being. She believes there's been "an erosion of mattering" and provides actionable steps to deepen your connections, reconnect to your sense of purpose and navigate challenges with greater resilience. Joining the conversation is Jennifer's close friend and lifestyle icon Ina Garten. Oprah and Jennifer also speak with a military wife who learned how to bring mattering back to her marriage and an extraordinary young man who went from being a sanitation worker to a Harvard Law School graduate.BUY THE BOOK!'Mattering: The Secret to a Life of Deep Connection and Purpose' by Jennifer Wallace: https://amzn.to/4pJl6TTChapters:00:00:00 - Welcome Jennifer Wallace, author of “Mattering”00:05:50 - Ina Garten joins00:07:05 - The importance of mattering to yourself00:08:40 - How Ina shows people they matter00:09:30 - The importance of showing up00:10:50 - One easy way to show people they matter00:12:20 - The thread that ties us together00:13:40 - Extrinsic and intrinsic values00:15:50 - Professor Gordon Flett on why mattering is life or death00:18:12 - How mattering affects our longevity00:21:00 - How to get through hard moments00:23:00 - How Army partners struggle with mattering00:28:00 - Our resilience is tied to our relationships00:34:00 - Mattering to ourselves raises the bar for all relationships 00:35:20 - A former sanitation worker's observations on mattering00:42:00 - Supporting support staff00:44:50 - Mattering at work00:46:00 - The 4 important feelings to mattering00:48:10 - What to do if you feel like you don’t matterAdditional Resources: ‘Be Ready When the Luck Happens: A Memoir’ by Ina Garten:https://amzn.to/4yQhiUKGordon L. Flett, Ph.D.https://www.yorku.ca/lamarsh/gord-flett/‘The Wives: A Memoir’ by Simone Gorrindo:https://amzn.to/4fFPM3IThe Reciprocity Effect:https://www.thereciprocityeffect.org/Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

Is revenge the root of all forms of violence? Oprah sits down with James Kimmel, Jr., a revenge and violence researcher and lecturer in the psychiatry department at the Yale University School of Medicine and the bestselling author of the eye-opening book, The Science of Revenge: Understanding the World’s Deadliest Addiction - and How to Overcome It. From bullying to school and mass shootings to terrorism and even war, James Kimmel Jr’s 20-year research argues that the root cause of all human aggression and violence in the world is the one universal human emotion: revenge. After being bullied as a teenager, James Kimmel, Jr shares the horrific moment he almost became a mass shooter himself, and why that became the catalyst for his life’s work. James Kimmel Jr shares a research study that could reveal just how prone you might be to seeking revenge. He has also created The Non-Justice System & The Miracle Court App, a 5-step scripted virtual courtroom where a person who has been wronged can play all the roles in a simulated trial - victim, defendant, judge, jury, and warden. Oprah and James Kimmel Jr also hear searing stories from the audience including a woman whose neighbor shot and killed her dog, a woman who got revenge on a boyfriend who cheated on her, a wife and mother whose intense revenge addiction landed her in the hospital. And how a mother, who lost her precious 6-year-old son to gun violence at Sandy Hook Elementary, came to forgive her son’s killer.BUY THE BOOK!The Science of Revengehttps://amzn.to/4g35d7p00:00:00 - Welcome James Kimmel, Jr. author of “The Science of Revenge”00:04:00 - James Kimmel share his story of revenge00:10:15 - Lawyers sell revenge to the masses00:13:15 - How revenge is an addiction00:16:00 - Understanding how revenge leads to crimes00:17:30 - When revenge becomes addiction00:27:00 - Woman shares her desire for revenge00:28:20 - Types of forgiveness00:37:55 - How can we speed up forgiveness00:39:30 - How this man resisted getting revenge00:43:30 - Mother of son killed at Sandy Hook00:50:50 - Recovering revenge addict00:57:00 - The motive is revenge00:59:00 - The power of forgivenessAdditional Resources:https://www.revengeanonymous.orgThe Non-justice System: miraclecourt.comWhat's Your Revenge Score? https://www.jameskimmeljr.com/quizConnecticut Violence Intervention and Prevention - https://www.ctintervention.org/Choose Love - https://chooselovemovement.org/Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

For her most of her adult life, Oprah has struggled with her weight. She never dreamed in her lifetime, there would be medications that could help her as well as millions of others. On this episode of The Oprah Podcast, Oprah is joined by Dr. Ania Jastreboff, leading endocrinologist and associate professor at Yale School of Medicine in front of a live audience in New York City.They discuss Dr. Ania’s new book, Enough: Your Health, Your Weight, and What It's Like To Be Free which delivers a deeply transformational message: there is a path to healing from the blame and shame of obesity to lead the life you have always wanted. Dr. Jastreboff shares the science behind why obesity is a disease and not a question of willpower and why the new medications have been so effective for tens of millions of people. Oprah shares her decades-long public struggle with her weight and reveals how her experience with a GLP-1 medication has given her a freedom and energy she never thought possible. Plus, 23-time grand slam tennis champion Serena Williams joins the conversation and opens up about her own battle with weight calling it “the one opponent she couldn't defeat.” Serena also reveals why - after her initial skepticism - she decided to start a GLP-1 medication. Finally, we hear from guests in the audience about how the GLP-1 medications have changed their lives. One of those guests is Stedman Graham’s nephew Julius who shares with heartbreaking honesty how his weight held him back for decades. He says that after losing 64 pounds on a GLP-1 medication he is now “fully alive.”BUY THE BOOK!https://amzn.to/4yLnL3z00:00:00 - Welcome Dr. Ania Jastreboff, author of “Enough”00:01:30 - 74% of americans are overweight00:04:30 - Obesity is a disease00:07:30 - We live in an obesogenic environment00:09:10 - Genetic link to obesity00:10:50 - You can’t willpower away obesity00:13:30 - Defining food noise00:18:30 - Recalibrating your “enough point”00:22:30 - Some people have food noise, others don’t00:23:40 - Welcome Serena Williams00:27:00 - Why Serena tried GLP-1s00:29:30 - Everyone responds to GLP-1s differently00:31:00 - How Serena feels on GLP-1s00:40:00 - Why your body settles on an unhealthy “enough point”00:42:00 - Welcome Julius, Stedman’s nephew00:50:00 - How GLP-1s changed Julius00:54:00 - Do you stay on GLP-1s forever?01:02:00 - Can GLP-1s prevent obesity?01:04:00 - Oprah wants GLP-1s available to all01:05:40 - Dr. Ania wants people to understand obesityFollow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

Oprah sits down with renowned organizational psychologist and professor Adam Grant to talk about lessons from his latest #1 New York Times bestselling book "Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things.” Known for his research on human potential, Grant shares how anyone can achieve greatness and unlock potential by cultivating character traits like resilience, curiosity, perseverance and embracing discomfort. He shares personal stories of overcoming his own limitations and insights from people who’ve accomplished the extraordinary. Joining the conversation is the first Black Chess Grandmaster Maurice Ashley and people from around the country via Zoom who desire to harness the power of hidden potential.BUY THE BOOK!'Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things' by Adam Grant: https://amzn.to/4bjr2gqAdam Grant 2026 Day-to-Day Calendar: Something to Think About: Daily Insight from the Psychologist and Authorhttps://amzn.to/4vWmfccAdam Grant:https://adamgrant.net/about/biography/00:00:00 - Welcome Adam Grant, author of Hidden Potential00:04:13 - How character and personality differ00:06:10 - Action and confidence 00:09:00 - Critics as coaches00:11:50 - Standing in your values00:14:15 - What makes a good leader00:17:18 - First Black Chess Grandmaster Maurice Ashley 00:22:45 - How potential gets overlooked 00:24:10 - How ‘Hidden Potential’ helps educators00:27:30 - Three priorities for a school to thrive 00:30:25 - Tap into your hidden potential 00:33:28 - Confidence in your ability to learn00:34:50 - Managing perfectionism 00:38:00 - Appreciate your progress 00:39:30 - What keeps Oprah motivated'Move by Move: Life Lessons on and Off the Chessboard' by Maurice Ashley:https://mauriceashley.com/move-by-move/Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

Oprah sits down with world-renowned spiritual teacher, bestselling author and “fixer" Iyanla Vanzant for a powerful, soul-shifting conversation about her newest book "Spiritual Hygiene: A Practical Path for Clean Living, for Inner Authority, and for Divine Freedom." In this intimate and deeply personal episode Iyanla explains the transformative concept of spiritual hygiene—the idea that just as we tend to our physical hygiene our mental, emotional and spiritual well-being also require conscious, daily care. Iyanla shares what she’s learned and how she’s healed from her own childhood trauma as well as losing two of her adult daughters, Gemmia in 2003 and Nisa in 2023. Oprah and Iyanla are joined by audience members who bravely ask how they can cleanse their spirits of the pain, heaviness and generational burdens they’ve carried throughout their lives. Together they explore how spiritual hygiene offers clarity, courage and a way forward. This episode is a moving invitation to let go and step into a more grounded, spiritually spacious life.BUY THE BOOK!https://amzn.to/4yPSegO00:00:00 - Welcome Iyanla Vanzant, author of ‘Spiritual Hygiene’ 00:03:40 - Meaning of spiritual hygiene 00:04:15 - Iyanla’s backstory00:11:08 - The power of grief 00:13:30 - Parenting with spiritual hygiene 00:14:00 - Iyanla says she was a horrible mother 00:15:25 - The distinction between wrong and bad 00:17:50 - The meaning of divine freedom00:19:00 - Everything is energy 00:20:30 - Healing the pain of being a daddy-less daughter00:30:20 - Create your own spiritual hygiene 00:33:15 - How to be expressive with family 00:37:40 - Reorder your story00:38:10 - The life you signed up for 00:40:00 - Look at far you’ve come 00:41:40 - The guilt of choosing yourself 00:46:15 - Always choose yourself 00:48:02 - A sacred no and a spiritual yes 00:52:00 - Everything has a purposeFollow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

Oprah sits down with actor Jeremy Allen White and writer-director Scott Cooper for a fascinating conversation about their stirring new film, Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere. The film is a revelatory look at Bruce Springsteen during a personal and professional crossroads; the film explores the mental health struggles and creative reckoning behind the making of his deeply personal album Nebraska. Oprah calls White’s Golden Globe–nominated performance “mesmerizing” and praises Cooper for “elevating quiet struggle into cinematic poetry,” describing the film as “a gift” and a meditation on “what it means to be human.” The film also stars Jeremy Strong, Odessa Young, Stephen Graham, Johnny Cannizzaro, Gaby Hoffman, Paul Walter Hauser and Grace Gummer. SEE THE FILM! Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere, starring Golden Globe nominee Jeremy Allen White, written and directed by Scott Cooper, and distributed by 20th Century Studios is now available on Demand. https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/springsteen-deliver-me-from-nowhere/umc.cmc.44ij3fzlajh43wxngtyxd6ioi 00:00:00 - Oprah introduces the movie Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere  00:03:22 - Oprah, Jeremy Allen White and Scott Cooper at Santa Barbara Film Festival 00:05:00 - Jeremy on getting cast as Bruce Springsteen  00:06:30 - Scott on telling Springsteen’s story 00:08:35 - Scott on asking Bruce to make this film  00:12:00 - How Jeremy prepared to become Bruce Springsteen 00:14:50 - Jeremy on learning guitar  00:18:20 - Scott on using black and white photography for flashbacks  00:25:27 - How playing Springsteen changed Jeremy  00:28:10 - Scott on how making the movie changed him  00:29:10 - Springsteen and mental illness Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social: https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/ Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLI https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

Academy Award-nominated actors Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson join The Oprah Podcast to discuss their upcoming extraordinary film Song Sung Blue which will be released in theaters on December 25. Song Sung Blue is a deeply moving love story about dreams and second chances. Based on a true story, Hugh and Kate portray the Milwaukee couple Mike and Claire Sardina, who were the legendary Neil Diamond tribute band duo known as "Lightning & Thunder.” The film is also an homage to Neil Diamond’s beloved catalogue of iconic songs. The podcast was recorded with a live audience who screened the film in New York City. The episode also features a surprise guest from Kate Hudson’s past, a Zoom surprise with viewers in Milwaukee and questions from the audience. Song Sung Blue In theaters everywhere Christmas Day. https://www.focusfeatures.com/song-sung-blue 00:00:00 - Welcome Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson, stars of Song Sung Blue 00:00:00 - Song Sung Blue movie preview 00:04:50 - Hugh Jackman on the Lightning and Thunder documentary 00:08:00 - Hugh and Kate react to reviews 00:10:15 - Oprah shares her love for Neil Diamond 00:11:48 - Movie clip 00:13:06 - How Hugh prepared to be a Neil Diamond impersonator 00:14:00 - Neil Diamond’s reaction to the movie 00:16:35 - Kate on her singing role 00:19:50 - On doing a Wisconsin accent 00:22:22 - Oprah surprises Kate Hudson 00:25:00 - Hugh Jackman on working with Kate Hudson 00:26:30 - Movie clip 00:29:50 - How the movie inspires 00:33:50 - The characters struggle with substance abuse 00:34:45 - How Hugh and Kate developed on-screen chemistry 00:39:20 - Hugh on his performance 00:39:55 - Movie clip 00:44:03 - Oprah surprises Lightning and Thunder fans 00:51:58 - Hugh shares Neil Diamond story Song Sung Blue (2008) A Documentary by Greg Kohs http://watch.songsungblue.com Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social: https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/ Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLI https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

Oprah sits down with world renowned, history-making ballet dancer Misty Copeland for an intimate and deeply reflective conversation as Misty takes her final bow with the American Ballet Theatre. As the prestigious company’s first Black female principal dancer, Misty looks back on her incomparable career that changed the face of classical ballet by expanding who gets to be seen, centered and celebrated on the world’s most iconic stages. We also hear from one of Misty’s longtime mentors whose guidance helped shape her career along with listeners of all ages from across the country seeking Misty’s wisdom, encouragement and perspective as they pursue their own unique paths. Misty shares lessons on resilience, courage and gratitude we can all learn from as well as the legacy she hopes to continue building for young dancers of color. Misty shares her rigorous process of preparing for her final dance at her retirement gala of which Oprah serves as co-chair. Presented by Walmart, this episode celebrates Misty’s inspiring path and the joy of sharing your unique gifts with the world. Misty also discusses her two newest books: Letters to Misty: How to Move Through Life with Confidence and Grace and Bunheads, Act 2: The Dance and Courage, which you can find on Walmart.com.BUY THE BOOKS:Letters to Misty: How to Move Through Life with Confidence and Grace https://amzn.to/4fTcxCGBunheads, Act 2: The Dance and Courage https://amzn.to/4bpboQG00:00:00 - Welcome Misty Copeland, Author of Letters to Misty00:02:45 - Performing One Last Time: Her Emotions00:06:28 - Knowing When It’s Time to Step Away00:08:20 - Physical + Emotional Pain Behind Dancing00:10:50 - Imagining Her Final Bow00:13:21 - Misty’s Childhood00:15:15 - How the Boys and Girls Club Impacted Her00:18:15 - Invitation to American Ballet Theatre00:19:00 - Being the Only Black Woman at ABT00:23:05 - Welcome former ABT director John Meehan00:25:15 - Challenges of Starting Ballet Later in Life00:26:50 - Debbie Allen’s Impact on Her Career00:28:55 - Advice for Young Dancers of Color00:31:28 - What She Wants People to Know About Ballet00:32:35 - Life + Goals Beyond Ballet00:36:16 - The Loneliness of Being a Trailblazer00:42:25 - Painting Ballet Shoes to Match Her Skin Tone00:45:42 - Misty and her siblings now00:47:42 - Misty on her husband00:48:50 - Becoming ABT Principal DancerFollow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

Oprah and a live audience of mostly men are in a lively conversation with author, entrepreneur, NYU professor and podcaster Scott Galloway about his new book, Notes on Being a Man. Galloway’s #1 New York Times bestseller has ignited a nationwide discussion around what many see as a crisis facing young men today. In this candid discussion, men open up about manhood, vulnerability, and the unique challenges facing young men in modern America. Scott answers questions from the audience and opens up about his own personal journey of being a man and a father to two sons. BUY THE BOOK! 'Notes on Being a Man' by Scott Galloway: https://amzn.to/4wrHB1h Chapters: 00:00:00 — Intro: Scott Galloway, Notes on Being a Man 00:01:20 — Why anger is the only “allowed” male emotion 00:02:40 — Men want role models 00:05:10 — Male friendships in decline 00:07:25 — Screen time and declining well-being in young men 00:09:40 — Why many young men don’t ask women out 00:11:38 — Relationships are life’s greatest reward 00:12:36 — Scott’s upbringing 00:13:50 — Rule #1 of being a good man 00:17:45 — Building a personal code of conduct 00:20:50 — Moms are sounding the alarm too 00:22:38 — Learning to be vulnerable 00:26:27 — Balancing self-love with finding love 00:27:52 — The 3 things women want in men 00:30:48 — Why taking risks is difficult 00:32:42 — Staying on the right path 00:36:30 — Scott on toxic masculinity 00:39:26 — How men can show up for each other 00:43:10 — What Scott would tell his younger self 00:46:42 — Is dating getting harder? 00:50:38 — How parents can support young men Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social: https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/ Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLI https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

In a groundbreaking conversation about one of the fastest-growing cultural shifts of our time: Oprah talks with leading experts and a live audience about the decision to go “no contact” with a family member. It’s estimated one third of Americans have cut off ties or is estranged from their family. Once considered taboo, family estrangement is now being openly discussed by people of all ages who are redefining what healthy boundaries look like in family relationships. In this revealing episode, Oprah and best-selling psychologists unpack this rising trend of people distancing themselves from parents, siblings, or relatives they consider toxic. Adult children and parents who have chosen to go "no contact” share their stories and their reasons behind this difficult decision. Oprah and the audience explore the emotional, cultural and psychological issues behind the movement - ranging from trauma and generational patterns to mental-health awareness and the expanded definition of abuse.BUY THE BOOK!DR. JOSHUA COLEMAN - RULES OF ESTRANGEMENThttps://amzn.to/45uDXZpDR. LINDSAY GIBSON - ADULT CHILDREN OF EMOTIONALLY IMMATURE PARENTS How to Raise an Emotionally Mature Child by Lindsay C. Gibson, PsyD:https://amzn.to/4w2X33zNEDRA GLOVER TAWWAB - DRAMA FREE & THE BALANCING ACThttps://amzn.to/4pNxr9zhttps://amzn.to/4fquQ1OChapters:00:01:00 - One-third of Americans are going no contact—what it means00:02:00 - Younger generations choosing no contact for mental health00:02:50 - Guest: Dr. Joshua Coleman, Rules of Estrangement00:03:40 - How the concept of family has shifted00:06:27 - Guest: Dr. Lindsay Gibson, Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents00:09:30 - How to tell if a parent is emotionally immature00:10:25 - Guest: Nedra Tawwab, Drama Free00:12:20 - Dr. Coleman on his daughter cutting contact00:14:22 - Chris shares going no contact00:18:48 - Why Chris made the decision00:19:30 - Talking to kids about going no contact00:23:04 - What kids learn from cutting off difficult relatives00:24:39 - Bristyl shares her no-contact story00:26:20 - Will the longing for a mother–daughter bond fade?00:29:00 - Expanded definitions of harm, neglect, trauma, abuse00:30:00 - Bree shares her no-contact choice00:33:37 - Is forgiveness possible?00:37:26 - Christy shares her daughter’s estrangement00:39:40 - Do some estranged kids lack conflict resolution skills?00:43:20 - Kendall on going no contact with her adult son00:44:50 - Why parents are criticized for going no contact00:47:20 - Aaron shares his daughter cut ties with him00:53:25 - Have we gone too far?00:54:48 - The one thing that can save your family relationship00:58:10 - There are separate realities in every family01:00:17 - Hadley shares her experience as a hospice nurse01:05:00 - Why Hadley went no contact01:09:00 - Parent child dynamic has shifted from role to relationshipFollow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

In a compelling conversation, Oprah talks with renowned psychic medium Laura Lynne Jackson about her new book Guided: The Secret Path to an Illuminated Life. Laura Lynne Jackson says she has the ability to communicate with people who have passed on to the afterlife. She believes we all have the same ability if we “stay open” to receiving messages or signs from the other side. It’s what Laura calls living an “illuminated life.” Laura says her psychic medium gift showed up for her at a very young age and she has been giving readings over the course of her life. She describes how everyone of us living on Earth “in the physical world” has a “Team of Light” or loved ones, spirit guides and even pets who have died and who are watching out for us and sending signs. Oprah and Laura Lynne Jackson are joined by several listeners who have questions and doubts about communicating with deceased loved ones. Brittany from Arizona shares how she asked for a specific sign and received it from her 7-year-old son, Bodhi, who tragically died in 2024. Do you believe in signs and messages from the afterlife? Laura Lynne Jackson is also the author of two New York Times Bestsellers, Signs: The Secret Language of The Universe and The Light Between Us: Stories from Heaven. Lessons for the Living.BUY THE BOOK!"Guided: The Secret Path to an Illuminated Life" by Laura Lynne Jacksonhttps://amzn.to/4z4qx46Chapters00:00:00 - Welcome Laura Lynne Jackson, author of “Guided”00:03:07 – Discovering her psychic abilities00:04:40 – Realizing she’s also a medium00:06:50 – The spiritual lives of children00:09:30 – How her brain activity differs from others00:11:00 – Understanding our “team of light”00:12:50 – Hearing guidance from our spirit guides00:15:00 – Asking for signs from the other side00:16:30 – A mother’s story of signs from her late son00:30:40 – What happens when we pass00:37:00 – Talking to kids about signs00:39:58 – Learning to trust the signs00:45:00 – Honoring loved ones who’ve passed00:48:15 - Signs from pets00:50:40 – What Laura Lynne wants us to know about the other sideêFollow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@Oprah?sub_confirmation=1

BUY THE BOOK!⁠https://amzn.to/4z7qZP9⁠To find all of the Oprah’s Book Club selections and 30 of Oprah’s most memorable reads, visit: ⁠http://www.amazon.com/obc⁠In this episode of Oprah’s Book Club: Presented by Starbucks, Oprah and Ann Packer discuss Some Bright Nowhere, Ann’s poignant new novel and Oprah’s 120th Book Club selection. This book explores what happens when a wife's dying request shatters everything her husband believed about their 35 years together. Ann’s evocative and beautifully written novel inspired a thought-provoking conversation among readers at a Starbucks coffeehouse in New York City. As our audience discussed the inherent challenges and life-changing insights that come with the privilege and responsibility of caregiving, they were warmed by a Starbucks holiday classic: the Peppermint Mocha.00:00:00 - Welcome Ann Packer, author of ‘Some Bright Nowhere’00:02:40 - Thando shares her feelings about the main characters 00:04:50 - How Ann created the story 00:06:50 - Ann knew the ending before she started00:07:38 - Recurring theme in Ann’s books 00:10:35 - Ann takes on hard questions 00:14:50 - How Ann wrote from the male perspective 00:17:07 - Support for male caregivers 00:25:30 - Male and female caregiving differences 00:30:38 - The difficulty of speaking your truth 00:31:54 - The power of a dying wish 00:33:48 - What cancer takes away from people 00:39:29 - What can be learned from loss 00:40:32 - Ann wants to normalize talking about death 00:42:50 - How it feels to hit send on your finished bookSUPPORT THE SHOWLearn more about Jack’s Caregiver Coalition - a national non-profit that ensures no man should care alone. Jack’s is a center for empowerment, support, and community for men who are caregivers. https://www.jackscaregiverco.org/Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:InstagramFacebookTikTokListen to the full podcast:SpotifyApple Podcasts#oprahsbookclub

Oprah talks with world-renowned restaurateur Will Guidara about his New York Times bestselling book, Unreasonable Hospitality that has sold over 1 million copies. Will’s abiding belief is that focusing on providing excellent service to others can transform not only your business, but your entire life. Recorded with a live audience in New York City, this episode also features Will’s longtime friend and mentor, Chef Daniel Boulud of New York’s legendary restaurant Daniel. Presented by Walmart, this podcast is an invitation to use your unique gifts and talent to elevate the lives of those around you. You can find Will’s book, Unreasonable Hospitality, at Walmart.com. Will’s upcoming book Unreasonable Hospitality: The Field Guide is also available for preorder.BUY THE BOOK!Unreasonable Hospitality: The Remarkable Power of Giving People More Than They Expect, published by Optimism Press and written by Will Guidara, is available wherever books are sold. Unreasonable Hospitality: The Field Guide is available for preorder.Unreasonable Hospitality: https://amzn.to/4w2LWI200:00:00 - Welcome Will Guidara, author of ‘Unreasonable Hospitality’00:03:35 - Handling last place at the World’s 50 Best Restaurants00:07:45 - Setting the goal to become No. 100:08:45 - Will’s first fine dining experience00:13:46 - The impact we have on others00:16:30 - Living with intention00:18:09 - The nobility of service00:20:50 - Meeting Chef Daniel Boulud00:23:00 - Taking his father to Daniel’s after his mother’s passing00:25:19 - Chef Daniel Boulud00:27:45 - What Chef Boulud learned from Will00:31:30 - Examples of unreasonable hospitality00:35:20 - Caring for difficult people00:36:45 - The charitable assumption00:41:20 - Mindsets and practices00:43:40 - Oprah and Will have this in common00:45:00 - The best gift Will ever receivedSHOP THE SETBetter Homes & Garden Ezra Accent Chair: https://www.walmart.com/ip/Better-Homes-Gardens-Ezra-Accent-Chair-Olive-Green/6832971398?classType=VARIANT&athbdg=L1300&from=/search&wmlspartner=wlpa&cn=FY25-ENTP-PMAX_cnv_dps_dsn_dis_ad_entp_e_n&adid=22222222297_0000000000_21407473164&veh=sem&vtcWeb=eviaA8Ad89fe38QBUyb9gE&expiryTime=1756505947449&c=mWebSmartBannerBetter Homes & Garden Miller Drum End Table: https://www.walmart.com/ip/Better-Homes-Gardens-Essentials-End-Table-Walnut/13665865382Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

Oprah is joined by a live audience in New York City for a candid conversation about the soaring rates of divorce for people over the age of 50, what experts are calling "gray divorce.” Even though the overall divorce rate is on the decline, the divorce rate for people over 50 has doubled and more than tripled for those over 65. Oprah is joined by Susan Guthrie, a family law attorney and host of the popular podcast, Divorce and Beyond®. Joining the conversation are Lori Gottlieb, psychotherapist, and author of the New York Times bestselling book, Maybe You Should Talk to Someone and Dr. Susan L. Brown, co-author of the studies identifying this national phenomenon, and a Distinguished Professor at Bowling Green State University. We also hear from several women who are in the early stages of gray divorce, have gone through gray divorce and adult children of parents who divorced after age 50.00:00:00 - Rising divorce rates after 50 (“gray divorce”)00:02:00 - Expert insights with Dr. Susan Brown00:03:18 - Why gray divorce is on the rise00:04:09 - Guest: Family law attorney Susan Guthrie00:06:20 - Guest: Lori Gottlieb, author of Maybe You Should Talk to Someone00:11:00 - Why divorce feels shameful00:14:30 - Men’s surprise at women’s “invisible work”00:16:22 - Is divorce always terrible?00:19:02 - Divorce as grief and loss00:26:45 - First steps after divorce00:30:58 - Impact on older children00:36:58 - Why few expect to remarry00:41:50 - When parent-child roles reverse00:47:32 - Knowing when to move onAdditional Resources:Susan Guthrie, The Divorce & Beyond Podcasthttps://divorceandbeyondpod.com/Dr. Susan L. Brown, National Center for Family and Marriage Research at BGSUBGSU.edu/ncfmr"Maybe You Should to Someone: A Therapist, Her Therapist, and Our Lives Revealed” by Lori Gottlieb, is published by Harper Collins and available wherever books are sold.https://amzn.to/3RqrgM2Addison Aloian’s Women's Health piece, 'My Parents Got Divorced When I Was An Adult. Why Do I Feel So Weird Now That They've Moved On?https://www.womenshealthmag.com/relationships/a63799212/adult-child-of-divorce/Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

Oprah sits down with the “Eyebrow Queen,” Anastasia Soare, to talk about how she escaped Communist Romania and built a billion-dollar beauty empire in the United States. The Anastasia Beverly Hills founder and CEO tells her only-in-America story in her inspiring new book, Raising Brows. Joining them are business mogul Kim Kardashian, Anastasia’s daughter, Claudia—now ABH president and creative director—and aspiring entrepreneurs looking for inspiration from Anastasia and Oprah. This podcast is a must-listen for anyone dreaming of starting their own business and wondering how to turn that dream into reality. This episode is presented by Walmart. Find Anastasia’s new book Raising Brows and so much more at Walmart.com.BUY THE BOOK!'Raising Brows' by Anastasia Soarehttps://amzn.to/4xdrcyl00:00:00 - Welcome Anastasia Soare, author of “Raising Brows”00:03:11 – Meeting Oprah for the first time00:05:12 – Starting out in America00:09:13 – Lessons from her mother’s business00:13:17 – Building a billion-dollar brand00:18:58 – The key to following your dreams00:19:35 – Welcome Kim Kardashian00:21:25 – Kim on Anastasia’s success00:22:08 – What Anastasia learned from Kim00:24:07 – Scaling a business00:26:48 – Owning your story00:29:40 – Doing brows live on The Oprah Show00:32:47 – Anastasia’s daughter Claudia00:37:58 – Growing profitability00:45:50 – Fearlessness as a business assetFollow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

BUY THE BOOK!https://amzn.to/4hbxXvXTo find all of the Oprah’s Book Club selections and 30 of Oprah’s most memorable reads, visit: http://www.amazon.com/obcIn this episode of Oprah’s Book Club: Presented by Starbucks, Oprah and Megha Majumdar discuss her magnificent new book, A Guardian and a Thief, a 2025 National Book Awards finalist and Oprah’s 119th Book Club selection. This exquisitely written novel packs an epic story into just 224 pages. From page one to the jaw-dropping conclusion, readers are immersed in a harrowing journey as two families, on a collision course in Kolkata, India, face the consequences and moral implications of their life-and-death choices. Megha’s evocative, beautifully crafted exploration of our changing world sparked a lively and thoughtful conversation among readers at a Starbucks coffeehouse in New York City. Starbucks' delectable drink pairing for this book is an Iced Banana Cream Protein Matcha.00:00:00 - Welcome Megha Majumdar, author of “A Guardian and a Thief”00:01:56 - Oprah describes “A Guardian and a Thief”00:03:28 - Oprah’s daughter-girl Thando shares her take00:05:15 - The plot00:09:08 - Writing about famine00:13:20 - A writer’s relationship to failing00:16:20 - Each character sees America differently00:22:30 - Is everyone both a guardian and a thief?00:25:50 - How would you act under great pressure?00:32:00 - What motivates us to do the right thing00:39:30 - Confronting contradictions in her book00:40:45 - Megha’s story of America00:42:23 - Did Megha always know the ending?00:47:28 - When writing became her careerSubscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@Oprah?sub_confirmation=1 Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:InstagramFacebookTikTokListen to the full podcast:SpotifyApple Podcasts#oprahsbookclub

In this episode of The Oprah Podcast former In Style Editor-in-Chief Laura Brown and former Wall Street Journal Magazine Editor-in-Chief Kristina O’Neill talk about the many challenges—and opportunities—that come with losing a job, no matter where you are in your career. They discuss their new book All the Cool Girls Get Fired which dives into everything you need to know if you’ve recently lost your job including how to figure out who you are without your job title. Oprah shares her own story of being fired when she was let go from being the co-anchor of the Baltimore evening news at age 22 and former CNN news anchor Brooke Baldwin talks about how she dealt with losing her high-profile job. We also hear from another woman who says she learned to bounce back better after losing her corporate role of 34 years.BUY THE BOOK!https://amzn.to/45wUR9OSubscribe: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@Oprah?sub_confirmation=1Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@Oprah?sub_confirmation=1Oprah is joined by a live audience in New York City for an in-depth look at the crisis of tech addiction among Gen Z. Millions of young people ages 13 to 28 struggle to separate themselves from the many addictive digital experiences from social media, video games to adult content. Oprah is joined by Adam Alter, a professor of marketing at New York University's Stern School of Business and author of Irresistible The Rise of Addictive Technology and the Business of Keeping Us Hooked. Also joining this important conversation are Dr. Kaitlyn Regehr, author of Smartphone Nation: Building Digital Boundaries When Offline Isn't an Option and Dr. Christina Brezing, Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at Columbia University. Additional guests include Conor McLaren and Alex Slater, co-founders of “Quittr” - an app designed to help people struggling with an addiction to online adult content. We also hear from several young guests who are struggling with addictions to video games and adult content.BUY THE BOOKS!Irresistible: The Rise of Addictive Technology and the Business of Keeping Us Hookedhttps://amzn.to/4w2ONAKSmartphone Nation: Building Digital Boundaries When Offline Isn't an Optionhttps://amzn.to/3RqsfvI00:00:00 - Tech addiction is a crisis00:01:33 - Adam Alter, author of Irresistible00:03:06 - Kaitlyn Regehr, author of Smartphone Nation00:04:00 - Hate, Harm & Disinformation Is Algorithmically Prioritized00:06:28 - Christina Brezing on Tech Addiction00:08:54 - Nisha’s Son & Video Game Addiction00:13:12 - What Can Parents Do?00:17:18 - Maddie & Kyle – Adult Content Addiction00:23:34 - Will AI Make It Worse?00:24:31 - Conner & Alex – Quittr App00:28:00 - Impact on Sex Lives00:36:19 - A Generation UnsocializedLearn More About the Quittr App:https://quittrapp.com/oprahFollow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@Oprah?sub_confirmation=1Oprah sits down with renowned ecologist Dr. Carl Safina, author of the New York Times bestseller Beyond Words: What Animals Think and Feel, to explore our sacred connection with the animal world—especially our tight-knit relationships and bonds with our beloved dogs. Joining them is author and neuroscientist Dr. Gregory Berns, whose groundbreaking MRI research offers scientific proof that our dogs really do love us. Dr. Berns discusses his eye-opening books How Dogs Love Us and Cowpuppy. The episode also features extraordinary true stories of hero dogs who saved their owners’ lives.BUY THE BOOK!https://amzn.to/4fSI0DwFollow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

In this episode of The Oprah Podcast, award-winning actress Edwina Findley Dickerson invites Oprah and listeners into the heart of her very first book, The World Is Waiting for You: Embrace Your Calling and Manifest the God Dream Over Your Life. Edwina reveals how each of us carries the potential to uncover a divine vision uniquely designed for our lives. Drawing from her own journey of extraordinary signs, wonders, and answered prayers she shares how moments of manifestation are not reserved for the few but available to anyone willing to nurture faith and step into courage. Edwina speaks with guests across the country who hunger to realize their own potential and awaken to a life larger than the one they are currently living. She shares practical ways to begin this journey whether it be prayer, tips for vision boarding or how to show up in service of others. She believes anything is possible when we align and discover God’s dream for us all.BUY THE BOOK!https://amzn.to/3THWkHJSubscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@Oprah?sub_confirmation=1Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

Oprah’s Book Club: Presented by Starbucks features coffee and conversation with one of the most beloved writers of our time, New York Times bestselling author Elizabeth Gilbert, in a café in Starbucks’ hometown Seattle. Her vulnerable new memoir, All the Way to the River: Love, Loss, and Liberation, is Oprah’s 118th book club selection. The book details Elizabeth’s raw and riveting story of falling in love with her partner Rayya, navigating harrowing struggles and finding a path to healing in the years that followed Rayya's passing. Liz shares what was really going on in her life during the time Eat, Pray, Love was released, including her own journey with sex and love addiction, shocking stories about what happened after Rayya was diagnosed with cancer and Liz's personal surrender to recovery. Oprah describes her story as "the bravest thing I've ever seen." For this conversation, Oprah and Elizabeth are joined by an audience of readers as they enjoy the Fall favorite, Pumpkin Spice Latte.BUY THE BOOK!"All the Way to the River: Love, Loss, and Liberation” by Elizabeth Gilbert, is published by Riverhead Books and available wherever books are sold:https://amzn.to/4hQYYVAHERE I AMThe footage featured in Oprah’s podcast with Elizabeth Gilbert comes from the feature-length documentary, Here I Am, directed by award-winning filmmaker, Marc J. Francis https://www.marcjfrancis.com and produced by Speakit Productions https://www.speakit.org.Here I Am is a deeply intimate portrait of Elizabeth and her partner Rayya Elias who opened their world to Marc, inviting him to witness and document their final year together. From the soaring highs of love, laughter and creativity to the devastating lows of illness, addiction, and grief, their story is a powerful meditation on what it means to love, live and let go.The film will be released internationally in 2026. For updates and behind-the-scenes insights about the film, subscribe at https://www.marcjfrancis.com/here-i-amSubscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@Oprah?sub_confirmation=1 Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:InstagramFacebookTikTokListen to the full podcast:SpotifyApple Podcasts#oprahsbookclub

Emma Heming Willis is a former model and now entrepreneur and author who joins The Oprah Podcast to discuss her new book “The Unexpected Journey: Finding Hope and Purpose on the Caregiving Path.” It’s the book Emma says she wishes she had when she and her husband, legendary actor Bruce Willis, faced his frontotemporal dementia diagnosis. Emma shares with Oprah why “The Unexpected Journey” is a guide to navigating the complicated, heartbreaking, and transformative experience that is caregiving. When Bruce Willis was diagnosed in 2022, the couple was given a pamphlet and told to check back in a few months. With no hope or direction, Emma walked out of the doctor’s office frozen with fear, confusion and a sense that her world had just fallen apart. How would she care for her husband while parenting their young daughters and protecting her family’s privacy? Emma interviewed the world’s top dementia and caregiving experts to share their expertise in the book. Oprah and Emma are also joined by two women who have been through the caregiving process – they share their challenges and learnings.Buy the book!https://amzn.to/45HIYxThttps://maketimewellness.com/?srsltid=AfmBOorTxnB-LpkrVXckskht9lBXlfgm8nt1vRjSCqJaQlCbuS4mco1Q Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@Oprah?sub_confirmation=1Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/oprah/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

Shaka Senghor, a resilience expert, motivational speaker, and bestselling author of Writing My Wrongs, has inspired audiences worldwide with his journey from incarceration to transformation. Shaka joins Oprah to discuss his new book, How to Be Free. Full of hard-earned life lessons and practical tools, How to Be Free is a must read for anyone looking to manifest freedom in their own lives. Oprah and Shaka will also be joined by Shaka’s good friend Ben Horowitz, the cofounder of the venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz and author of two books: What You Do Is Who You Are and The Hard Thing About Hard Things. Oprah and Shaka will also be taking Zoom calls from people at a crossroads in their own lives.BUY THE BOOKS!How to Be Free: A Proven Guide to Escaping Life's Hidden Prisons by Shaka Senghor, published by Authors Equity, is available wherever books are sold.https://amzn.to/4xnFY5EWhat You Do Is Who You Are and The Hard Thing About Hard Things by Ben Horowitz, published by Harper Business, are available wherever books are sold.https://amzn.to/4gf7vjThttps://amzn.to/4fW2mftSubscribe: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@Oprah?sub_confirmation=1⁠Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:⁠https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/oprah/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

In this episode of The Oprah Podcast, Franciscan friar, spiritual teacher and New York Times bestselling author Richard Rohr shares revelations from his latest book, The Tears of Things: Prophetic Wisdom for an Age of Outrage. Drawing on decades of theological study, Oprah and Rohr explore the transformative power of embracing our tears as a path to healing and societal change. He weaves the wisdom of the Old Testament prophets into our current culture, revealing how their cries for justice and renewal offer an example on how to get to our own breakthroughs today. Throughout the episode, Rohr responds to questions from guests across the country who seek to embody his philosophy to show up better in their careers, relationships and everyday life.BUY THE BOOK!https://amzn.to/4yZvw61⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/5IeKpFBpzIT4l0I00DkZIIhellofresh.com/oprahpodcast10fmFollow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/oprah/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

A musical performance and in-depth conversation with Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, producer, speaker and adventurer Mike Posner who brought his guitar to perform for Oprah and our listeners. When Mike Posner’s hit songs “Cooler Than Me” and “I Took a Pill in Ibiza” shot him to stardom at a young age, he quickly learned fame and fortune did not provide the contentment and joy he says his late father always wanted for his son’s life. In 2019, Mike literally walked away from Hollywood to set out to find happiness by trekking across the entire United States of America on foot beginning on the New Jersey coast and ending in the ocean at Venice Beach, California. Mike’s “Walk Across America” took him six months, he crossed 13 states, traveled 2,851 miles and took 5.7 million steps. Mike talks to Oprah about the five lessons to finding happiness he learned during his walk that are relatable to us all (even the moment a poisonous rattlesnake bit his leg, threatening his life and delaying his cross-country adventure.) Mike tells Oprah not everyone has to walk thousands of miles to find happiness, but he hopes the lessons he learned can help you find your own sense of belonging and joy. https://www.mikeposner.com hellofresh.com/oprahpodcast10fm Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@Oprah?sub_confirmation=1 Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social: https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/oprah/ https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/ Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLI https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

Oprah’s Book Club: Presented by Starbucks features coffee and conversation with Pulitzer Prize-winning author Richard Russo in the Emerald City of Seattle, Starbucks’ hometown. His much-heralded classic, Bridge of Sighs, is Oprah’s 117th book club selection. Published in 2007, The New York Times called the novel "richly evocative and beautifully wrought, delivered with deceptive ease." Surrounded by an audience of readers at a cozy Starbucks Café, Oprah talks to Richard about Bridge of Sighs, a story about small-town life, family, secrets and the complexity of marriage. Mostly taking place in the 1950s and 1960s, Richard also explores the contradictions of a time when America was rapidly changing. Oprah and Russo are joined by an audience of readers as they enjoy a Vanilla Sweet Cream Cold Brew and talk through many thought-provoking questions about the book.BUY THE BOOK!"Bridge of Sighs” by Richard Russo, is published by Penguin Random House and available wherever books are sold:https://amzn.to/3SiizncSubscribe: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@Oprah?sub_confirmation=1 Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:InstagramFacebookTikTokListen to the full podcast:SpotifyApple Podcasts#oprahsbookclub

Comedian, actress and author Leanne Morgan is having an extraordinary moment in her career at 59. She’s joining this episode of The Oprah Podcast to share her sometimes challenging but always funny life story and her against-the-odds dream of making it big in Hollywood. Laugh along with Leanne and Oprah as she discusses growing up in a small town in rural Tennessee. Leanne Morgan tells Oprah she knew from the age of 5 years old she would become a star. From raising three kids, to selling jewelry in living rooms to getting her first stand up gig at a local sandwich shop, Leanne reveals to Oprah she’s worked for decades for this moment. Leanne’s comedy about everything from breastfeeding and parenting to menopause and marriage and becoming a grandmother has struck a nerve with audiences everywhere. Leanne Morgan is now starring in the brand-new, hilarious sitcom “Leanne” on Netflix produced by the legendary producer Chuck Lorre. Her stand-up special “Leanne Morgan: I’m Every Woman” is one of the most watched comedy specials in Netflix history, she starred opposite Reese Witherspoon and Will Farrell in the Amazon Prime hit movie You’re Cordially Invited and she is the author of What in the World: A Southern Woman’s Guide to Laughing at Life’s Unexpected Curveballs and Beautiful Blessings.BUY THE BOOK!https://amzn.to/4q7yUb2Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/oprah/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

For over 50 years, The Hoffman Process has helped over 100,000 people transform their lives, helping participants identify negative behaviors, moods, and ways of thinking that developed unconsciously and were conditioned in childhood. Charles “Raz” Ingrasci, co-founder, executive, consultant, and facilitator within the “Human Potential Movement” joins The Oprah Podcast to speak about the popular Hoffman Institute and how their personal growth retreat helps those searching for transformation, spiritual growth, and leadership skills. Actor Orlando Bloom joins the conversation to share his experience with the Hoffman Institute and how it transformed his own life and his parenting style. Raz offers insight into the Hoffman Process by explaining the two core principles; the first being the quadrinity, which is based on four dimensions of self that occur interactively at once, physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual. The second principle Raz explains is how our survival mechanism is dependent on the parent-child bond, and how that impulse for unconditional love follows us from childhood into adulthood. https://www.hoffmaninstitute.org Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social: https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/oprah/ https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/ Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLI https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

In this episode of "The Oprah Podcast," Oprah reflects on the profound lessons she's learned from world renowned spiritual leader, Gary Zukav. Gary Zukav is the author of multiple New York Times best-selling books, including The Seat of the Soul. Oprah shares why the lessons she learned from Gary shifted the trajectory of her life. Oprah speaks with people across the country whose lives have also been transformed by The Seat of the Soul, including Emmy-winning dancer, actress and TV host, Julianne Hough. Oprah shares one of the most profound moments she experienced on The Oprah Winfrey Show and invites one guest who says this iconic moment helped her to cope with her own journey with grief. Oprah also follows up with a guest twenty-five years after she considered taking her own life.cBUY THE BOOK!"The Seat of the Soul” by Gary Zukav, is published by Simon & Schuster and available wherever books are sold:https://amzn.to/3UgDQhF"Universal Human” by Gary Zukav, is published by Simon & Schuster and available wherever books are sold:https://amzn.to/4xnInNxThe Seat of the Soul Institutehttps://seatofthesoul.com/Head to http://intuit.com/expert-careers for more information.Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/oprah/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

This episode of Oprah’s Book Club: Presented by Starbucks features coffee and conversation with award-winning author, Bruce Holsinger, in a café in Seattle, Starbucks’ hometown. Chosen as the 116th Oprah’s Book Club selection, Holsinger’s brand-new scorching summer read, called Culpability, is an intense page-turner about a family that survives a crash in an autonomous car only to ask the question: who was at fault? Was it the teenage son who was texting in the driver’s seat, the distracted parents, or the car itself? The book that Oprah calls “a modern tale of our times” also touches on our current and fast-approaching future of living with artificial intelligence including chatbots, self-driving cars, drones, and other non-human forces shaping our lives. Oprah and Holsinger are joined by an audience of readers as they enjoy a Salted Caramel Mocha Strato Frappuccino® drink and talk through many thought-provoking questions about the book.BUY THE BOOK!https://amzn.to/4xp2F9DSubscribe: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@Oprah?sub_confirmation=1 ⁠Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:InstagramFacebookTikTokListen to the full podcast:SpotifyApple Podcasts#oprahsbookclub

Laura Day, a New York Times bestselling author and renowned intuitive with an impressive clientele including A-list celebrities and Fortune 500 companies, joins “The Oprah Podcast” to discuss her latest book, The Prism: Seven Steps to Heal Your Past and Transform Your Future. Laura’s long-time friend and Oscar-nominated actress Demi Moore joins the conversation to share how the power of intuition has shaped her professional and personal life over the years. People from across the country also join in, seeking guidance on their next steps and uncovering the best paths forward by embracing their own intuitive nature.BUY THE BOOK!https://amzn.to/3UevKGi⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1T8ANrNJw4LitbtWEI8WgUFollow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprah/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/https://www.pinterest.com/TheOprahPodcast/Follow The Oprah Podcast on Pinterest: https://pin.it/4zu2VXmtnListen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

Oprah’s Book Club: Presented by Starbucks features a conversation with one of the greatest thought leaders of our time, Eckhart Tolle. Oprah and Eckhart are at a Starbucks café with an audience of readers who explain how Eckhart’s wisdom and teachings from his groundbreaking book, “A New Earth,” have transformed their lives. As readers enjoy a classic Starbucks Cortado, they discuss topics ranging from staying present at work, to mourning the loss of a loved one, to managing addiction and how parents can help their teenagers stay present in the age of smart phones and social media. Oprah asks Eckhart about his thoughts on the future of the human race during these uncertain and often chaotic times. While Eckhart says we are moving into a period of “turbulence” he offers advice on how you can move through life with a greater sense of awareness and presence instead of living in a state of anxiety and fear.BUY THE BOOK!“A New Earth: Awakening to Your Life’s Purpose” by Eckhart Tolle available here: https://amzn.to/4fHn5EWFor more information you can visit Eckhart Tolle’s Website: ⁠https://eckharttolle.com/ Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:⁠https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/https://www.instagram.com/oprah/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

Mellody Hobson, financial powerhouse, President and co-CEO of Ariel Investments and author of the New York Times bestseller, Priceless Facts About Money, joins The Oprah Podcast to talk about the overwhelming financial burdens facing Gen Z today. Oprah and Mellody invite Gen Z guests to share their own experiences and answer their most pressing financial questions. Mellody reveals simple money steps she took early on in her career to set herself up for financial success and offers advice on small changes to shift money habits. Oprah and Mellody speak with young people about working to pay off credit card and loan debt, saving to buy a home, investment advice and the growing trend of high school graduates choosing a skilled trade career path instead of college.BUY THE BOOK!"Priceless Facts About Money” by Mellody Hobson, illustrated by Caitlin Stevens, is published by Candlewick Press and available wherever books are sold:https://amzn.to/4wJ0zBCFollow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprah/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

In this episode of Oprah’s Book Club: Presented by Starbucks, Oprah and bestselling author Wally Lamb discuss his newest book "The River is Waiting"– Publisher’s Weekly says Wally’s “love of storytelling illuminates his prose.” This is the third time Oprah has chosen a Wally Lamb novel for her book club. Oprah’s 115th book club pick is a page turner and emotional journey exploring addiction, forgiveness, grief and ultimately redemption. A tragic accident spurs powerful questions about fatherhood, marriage and friendship. For this conversation, Wally and Oprah are joined by a live audience enjoying an Iced Horchata Oatmilk Shaken Espresso in a Starbucks cafe in Seattle, the city where it all began. Wally talks about character development and his writing process while taking questions from an audience of avid readers. A memorable former Oprah Winfrey Show guest returns after 25 years to recount her harrowing story of grief, healing and love after she accidentally killed three of her children.BUY THE BOOK!https://amzn.to/4wGHyPXSubscribe: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@Oprah?sub_confirmation=1 SUPPORT THE SHOWhttps://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/780304/oprahs-the-life-you-want-book-lovers-journal-by-the-editors-of-oprah-daily/www.silentbook.clubwww.nomoreunder.orgFollow Oprah Winfrey on Social:InstagramFacebookTikTokListen to the full podcast:SpotifyApple Podcasts#oprahsbookclub

The Right Honorable Dame Jacinda Ardern, former prime minister of New Zealand, joins The Oprah Podcast to discuss her new memoir, A Different Kind of Power which is available on June 3rd, 2025 . At age 37, Jacinda Ardern made history as the youngest female head of state in the entire world. Jacinda tells Oprah why, in an unprecedented moment for a world leader, she announced she would be using kindness as her guiding principle as prime minister of New Zealand. Jacinda Ardern also talks to Oprah about what it was like finding out she was pregnant on the eve of her election in 2017. Oprah asks the former prime minister about her international headline-making moments including taking her baby to the floor of the United Nations, leading New Zealand through the worst mass shooting in the country’s history and her quick yet widely criticized response to the COVID pandemic as well as her decision to resign. Jacinda Ardern also shares home video of personal and political moments of her time in office from the new documentary Prime Minister which premieres in theaters on June 13, 2025.⁠PRIME MINISTER⁠ is in theaters June 13, with special AMC preview screenings featuring a live Q&A with Rt. Honorable Dame Jacinda Ardern on June 8.To Purchase A Different Kind of Power:https://amzn.to/4fDXD34Thank you to our presenting partner Lilly. Lilly’s Zepbound® (tirzepatide). Advertisement Disclaimer: Please see Indications and Safety Summary with Warnings for Zepbound® (tirzepatide) at zepbound.lilly.com/riskSubscribe: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@Oprah⁠⁠Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprah/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

Dr. Sharon Malone, OB-GYN menopause expert and author of the New York Times #1 bestseller, Grown Woman Talk, joins “The Oprah Podcast” to talk about why life only gets better after 50 and to remind women that although menopause is inevitable, suffering is not. Kim and Penn Holderness - the popular internet influencers with over 9 million followers - join to talk about Kim’s experience with perimenopause and how it has affected her sleep, anxiety and mood. Dr. Malone answer questions from women in their 30s about the menopause timeline, how endometriosis impacts menopause and the role of fibroids in both fertility and menopause. Oprah and Dr. Malone talk with women who have questions about weight gain, preventing symptoms before they begin and how to cope with the lack of libido and vaginal dryness that often accompanies all stages of menopause.BUY THE BOOK!“Grown Woman Talk” by Dr. Sharon Malone, published by Crown Publishing, is now available wherever books are sold.https://amzn.to/4z4KHLmAlloy Women's Health is a direct to consumer digital healthcare company revolutionizing the way women age by offering education, expertise, and safe, science-backed solutions for perimenopause & menopause symptoms, skincare, sexual health, gut health and more. Treatment plans are customized and everything is delivered with free shipping. Alloy customers receive unlimited follow-up care with their menopause-trained physician through the duration of their active prescription and access to community through member support groups and more all from the convenience of their home.Alloy offers a fast, easy, and 100% digital solution to help women find guidance and treatments wherever they are. Being with Alloy is like having a menopause doctor in one's pocket. https://www.myalloy.com.Head to https://www.myalloy.com and use code: OPRAH for $20 off your first order.Kim and Penn Holderness are award-winning content creators known for their original music, song parodies, comedy sketches, and weekly podcasts. Their videos have resulted in over 2 billion views and over 9 million followers since 2013. Kim and Penn are also authors of the New York Times Bestselling Book, ADHD Is Awesome: A Guide To (Mostly) Thriving With ADHD and winners of The Amazing Race (Season 33) on CBS. They host a weekly podcast called Laugh Lines with Kim & Penn Holderness every Tuesday. Kim and Penn have been featured by TODAY, People, TIME, NPR, Good Morning America, and now The Oprah Podcast! They live in Raleigh, North Carolina with their two kids and dog, Sunny.Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprah/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

In this episode of “The Oprah Podcast,” Oprah talks to bestselling authors Jonathan Haidt and Catherine Price who share their perspectives on how young people can reclaim their childhoods from the grips of technology. Jonathan’s book The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness has been on the New York Times bestseller list for over a year. Catherine Price is the award-winning science journalist and author of How to Break Up With Your Phone and The Power of Fun. During this conversation, both Jonathan and Catherine offer solutions and hope for parents and teens who are struggling with the negative impact of smartphones and social media. We will also hear from several teenagers who have come up with their own creative ideas to avoid falling into the smartphone trap.BUY THE BOOK!Catherine Price and Jonathan Haidt’s newly announced book, ⁠⁠The Amazing Generation: How To Choose Fun And Freedom In A Screen Filled World ⁠⁠will be available December 30, 2025 wherever books are sold. It is also available for pre-order now.“⁠⁠The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness⁠⁠” by Jonathan Haidt, published by Penguin Press, is available wherever books are sold.For more information about how to join Jonathan Haidt’s movement and for more resources including a phone-free schools action kit and policy map, please go to the website below. ⁠https://www.anxiousgeneration.com/⁠Catherine Price’s book, “⁠How to Break Up with Your Phone⁠” is available wherever books are sold.Learn more about Catherine PriceSign up for her How to Feel Alive Substack newsletterFollow @catherinepriceofficial on InstagramLearn more about the Luddite Club: https://www.theludditeclub.org/Subscribe: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@Oprah⁠⁠⁠Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprah/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

In this episode of Oprah’s Book Club: Presented by Starbucks, Oprah sits down with acclaimed author Ocean Vuong to discuss his much-anticipated new novel, The Emperor of Gladness.Chosen as the 114th Oprah’s Book Club selection, The Emperor of Gladness reveals the many ways love, labor and loneliness show up in American life. The novel begins on a summer evening in the post-industrial town of East Gladness, Connecticut, where nineteen-year-old Hai stands on the edge of a bridge ready to jump. An elderly widow suffering from dementia intervenes and the unlikely pair form a life-altering bond. In this episode, Ocean discusses this deeply personal narrative and his gift of illuminating the fullness of humanity in the most ordinary of places.Oprah and Ocean are joined by a live audience in a Starbucks Café in Chicago, enjoying the Iced Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso, layered with flavors of brown sugar, cinnamon and Starbucks® Blonde Espresso Roast.BUY THE BOOK!The Emperor of Gladness by Ocean Vuonghttps://amzn.to/4wLsKQm⁠https://open.spotify.com/episode/50VqT29k6PQqGQzUnenogDFollow Oprah Winfrey on Social:InstagramFacebookTikTokListen to the full podcast:SpotifyApple Podcasts#oprahsbookclub

Mel Robbins is a global podcasting sensation and the bestselling author of “The Let Them Theory: A Life-Changing Tool That Millions of People Can’t Stop Talking About.” Mel joins Oprah on “The Oprah Podcast” to discuss what feels like the overwhelming emotion of our times: anxiety. Mel offers practical, effective tools and strategies—based on science and her own personal experience—to help ground your anxious thoughts and keep you connected to your capability. She answers questions from listeners about their own feelings of anxiety.BUY THE BOOK!"The Let Them Theory: A Life-Changing Tool That Millions of People Can’t Stop Talking About" by Mel Robbins, published by Hay House LLC is available wherever books and audio books are sold: https://amzn.to/4hc6SZrAdvertisement Disclaimer: Please see Indications and Safety Summary with Warnings for Zepbound® (tirzepatide) at zepbound.lilly.com/riskFollow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprah/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

This episode of The Oprah Podcast features Dr. Bruce Greyson, one of the world's leading experts on near death experiences. As a scientist and physician, Dr. Greyson has been studying these fascinating phenomena for decades. He and Oprah dive deep into near death encounters and speak with people who have undergone their own transformative episodes, including Oscar nominated actor Jeremy Renner, who described his event as harrowing but also exhilaratingly peaceful. Their stories reveal striking similarities and shed light on how facing death transformed their understanding of not only life, but what comes after. Most people come away from a near death experience with an expanded view of consciousness and consider the possibility that death might not be the end. As Dr. Greyson explains, this “knowing” has caused people around the world to reexamine their own life's journey and view death as nothing to fear.BUY THE BOOK!"After: A Doctor Explores What Near-Death Experiences Reveal about Life and Beyond" by Dr. Bruce Greysonhttps://amzn.to/4gdJiKK"My Next Breath: A Memoir" by Jeremy Renner https://amzn.to/4xh9oCm"7 Lessons from Heaven" by Dr. Mary C. Nealhttps://amzn.to/4fSE6dT"To Heaven and Back" by Dr. Mary C. Nealhttps://amzn.to/4fS1Sa9Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@OprahFollow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprah/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

In this episode of Oprah’s Book Club: Presented by Starbucks, Oprah sits down with businesswoman, fashion designer, philanthropist and iconic mother, Tina Knowles, to discuss her empowering new memoir, Matriarch. Tina takes readers inside her enthralling life’s journey spanning multiple generations, revealing intimate moments of tragedy, perseverance, creativity, and the liberation of Black motherhood.In a gratifying and astonishing conversation, Tina details her humble upbringing, her struggles with where she fit in as a Black woman, how she reinvented herself and how she shaped the mega-hit group Destiny’s Child. Tina also recounts her personal journey of mothering her daughters Beyoncé and Solange, the infidelity that impacted her first marriage and how at the age of 70 she finally feels that she is enough. Tina takes questions from the audience as she reflects on the many moments of strength and wisdom she gathered from the matriarchs before her to pass on not just to her family, but the world.For this conversation, Tina and Oprah are joined by a live audience in a Starbucks café in Chicago, enjoying Starbucks® Sunsera Blend™, their smoothest, brightest coffee with notes of citrus and toasted almond.BUY THE BOOK!Matriarch: A Memoir by Tina Knowles is for sale ⁠here⁠, and the audiobook ⁠here⁠.Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@OprahFollow Oprah Winfrey on Social:InstagramFacebookTikTokListen to the full podcast:SpotifyApple Podcasts#oprahsbookclub

Are you hitting a wall in your relationships? Are you still looking for “the one”? It is our relationships that determine our happiness in life and reflect back our relationship with ourselves. That essential truth is the core belief of renowned relationship coach Jillian Turecki, Oprah's guest on this episode of "The Oprah Podcast." Jillian’s insightful, no-nonsense relationship advice is on this episode as she breaks down her new book, "It Begins with You: The 9 Hard Truths About Love That Will Change Your Life." She also shares her revelations as a relationship coach and from hosting over 150 episodes on her hit podcast, "Jillian on Love."Jillian also opens up about her often contentious relationship with her father, famed psychologist Dr. Stanley Turecki, whose groundbreaking book, "The Difficult Child," was somewhat based on his experience with Jillian as a child. Finally, Oprah and Jillian take questions from people looking to foster more love and connection in their lives.BUY THE BOOK!"It Begins with You: The 9 Hard Truths About Love That Will Change Your Life" by Jillian Turecki, published by HarperOne, is available wherever books are sold: https://amzn.to/4wuaMRzJillian on Love: ⁠https://lnk.to/jillianonloveSubscribe: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@Oprah⁠⁠Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprah/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

We are only just beginning to understand the impact social media and smart devices are having on the mental and emotional well-being of teens and children around the world. In this episode of “The Oprah Podcast,” Oprah talks to Jonathan Haidt: a social psychologist, NYU professor and the New York Times bestselling author of "The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness." Jonathan will share why he believes the skyrocketing rates of anxiety, depression and addictive behaviors in teenagers can be directly linked to social media and excessive screen time. Oprah and Jonathan will also talk to teens - and their parents - from around the country about how their addiction to social media and smart devices is depriving them of their adolescence. Finally, Jonathan will offer tangible ideas for how parents and teens can work together to act now to prevent long-term and irreversible damage on teenagers’ still developing brains.BUY THE BOOK!“The Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness” by Jonathan Haidt, published by Penguin Press, is available ⁠wherever books are sold.For more information about how to join Jonathan Haidt’s movement and for more resources including a phone-free schools action kit and policy map, please go to the website below.anxiousgeneration.comThis episode is brought to you in part by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/OPRAHPODCASTFollow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprah/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

Dr. Sharon Malone, menopause expert, Chief Medical Advisor Alloy Women's Health, and author of the New York Times bestseller, "Grown Woman Talk," joins “The Oprah Podcast” to explain everything you need to know about this natural stage of life that impacts 1 billion women worldwide. Actress Naomi Watts, who writes about her menopausal journey in "Dare I Say It," will also join the conversation to share how she has learned to navigate her marriage, career and motherhood while also dealing with perimenopause.Dr. Malone will give you a greater understanding of the science behind menopause including what it is, why it happens, when it starts and how long it lasts. She will also discuss why women experience such a wide range of symptoms, why hormone fluctuations happen and why hormone replacement therapy can help. Dr. Malone answers questions from women in the throes of menopause including how to deal with workplace bias, how to manage drenching night sweats, what causes those unpredictable mood swings and what we can do to prevent dementia and Alzheimer’s as we age.Alloy Women's Health is a direct to consumer digital healthcare company revolutionizing the way women age by offering education, expertise, and safe, science-backed solutions for perimenopause & menopause symptoms, skincare, sexual health, gut health and more. Treatment plans are customized and everything is delivered with free shipping. Alloy customers receive unlimited follow-up care with their menopause-trained physician through the duration of their active prescription and access to community through member support groups and more all from the convenience of their home.BUY THE BOOK!“Grown Woman Talk” by Dr. Sharon Malone, published by Crown Publishing, is now available wherever books are sold. The paperback version will be available on April 8, 2025.https://amzn.to/4z4KHLmAlloy offers a fast, easy, and 100% digital solution to help women find guidance and treatments wherever they are. Being with Alloy is like having a menopause doctor in one's pocket. https://www.myalloy.com/ Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprah/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

This episode of The Oprah Podcast features special guest Maria Shriver, an Emmy and Peabody award-winning journalist, former national news anchor, seven-time New York Times best-selling author and a world-renowned women’s health and Alzheimer’s research advocate. Maria Shriver, who has been dear friends with Oprah since they met nearly 50 years ago, joins the Podcast to talk about her new book of poetry titled I AM MARIA: My Reflections and Poems on Heartbreak, Healing, and Finding Your Way Home. After reading the breathtaking book, Oprah said Maria Shriver “has Americans reading poetry again!” And she called it “raw and soul-baring… My jaw was on the floor!” Through poetry, Maria Shriver, who was born into American political royalty and public tragedy, shares never-before-heard intimate stories from her childhood including what it was like growing up with her mother, Eunice Kennedy Shriver, and her father, Sargent Shriver, as well as being the only girl in a household of brothers she calls “chaotic” and “terrifying.”Maria candidly talks about her 25-year marriage to Arnold Schwarzenegger and what happened the moment she found out her marriage was over. Maria shares lessons on what the betrayal and heartbreak of her divorce taught her about her past traumas and how she’s been able to find forgiveness. Maria writes about raising her four children, her favorite role of all – grandmother to Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger’s three children (they call her Mama G) - and how she’s finally found peace. Maria says, “I never imagined writing poetry would help me embark on a journey deep into myself. I never imagined that everything I sought or thought I needed was within me all along.” Oprah tells viewers and listeners she sees this book of poetry as an invitation for anyone who is ready to create an authentic and meaningful life for themselves.BUY THE BOOK!https://amzn.to/4fRALfd⁠https://books.apple.com/us/book/i-am-maria/id6736963057⁠This episode of The Oprah Podcast is presented by LillyDirect. Redefining the healthcare experience as a digital health platform that offers disease management resources to help make it easier for people living with chronic conditions to access quality care. Visit their convenient healthcare services at LillyDirect.comSubscribe: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@Oprah⁠⁠Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprah/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

In a story that made international headlines, French grandmother Gisèle Pelicot was drugged and raped by her husband Dominique Pelicot and more than 70 men he invited to rape her while she remained unconscious. In this episode of The Oprah Podcast, Gisèle’s daughter Caroline Darian reveals how her father’s secret life has devastated their family and destroyed the life they knew. During this candid conversation, Caroline shares how they found out about her father’s crimes, how he recruited men to rape her mother, and the lengths he took to keep his perversion a secret from everyone. She will also talk about the shock of discovering photos of herself unconscious in his collection, how he raped her mom in Caroline’s home and how she and her mother found the strength to face her father and the dozens of accused men during the trial.Minnesotan Jenny Teeson - a mom of two who found video of her ex-husband drugging and raping her - also joins the conversation. Jenny will explain why most of the charges against her ex-husband were dropped despite overwhelming video and photographic evidence.BUY THE BOOK!“I’ll Never Call him Dad Again” by Caroline Darian, published by Sourcebooks, is available wherever books are sold.https://amzn.to/3Sim9xE⁠https://books.apple.com/us/book/ill-never-call-him-dad-again/id6740407561For more information on Caroline Darian’s movement, “Don’t Put Me Under: Stop Chemical Submission” please go to her website.https://mendorspas.org/If you are a victim of sexual assault, please call the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 1-800-656-467. More information can be found at the website below.https://rainn.org/resourcesFollow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprah/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

In this episode of Oprah’s Book Club Presented by Starbucks, Oprah sits down with Amy Griffin, founder of the investment firm G9 Ventures, to discuss her powerful new memoir, The Tell. This groundbreaking and deeply moving book chronicles Amy’s journey of confronting her painful past to embrace the truth of who she is today. In a heartfelt and vulnerable conversation, Amy reflects on how facing her deepest trauma has freed her from chasing perfection and achievement for validation, allowing her to find peace within herself. Amy details the moment she awakened to the buried memories of her past—a revelation that ultimately set her on a path to healing. Amy takes questions from the audience as she shares how the telling of her story has deepened her connection with herself and those around her.For this conversation, Amy and Oprah are joined by a live audience enjoying the seasonal Starbucks ® Anniversary Blend coffee in a Starbucks café in Chicago, Illinois.This conversation is not intended to offer medical advice. Psychedelics remain illegal in most states, consult your own healthcare professional before considering any kind of mental health treatment. BUY THE BOOK!"⁠The Tell: A Memoir⁠” by Amy Griffin, is published by The Dial Press and available wherever books are sold.⁠https://books.apple.com/us/book/the-tell/id6504264689 ⁠Link to listen to "The Tell" on Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/2P6CmdJvuI1KKenB0hsL4s?si=004e2885bcc14199 ⁠Subscribe: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@Oprah Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:InstagramFacebookTikTok

In this episode of The Oprah Podcast, Oprah and bestselling author Michael Pollan discuss the potential of psychedelic drugs like psilocybin (also known as magic mushrooms) and LSD as a benefit to help relieve symptoms of PTSD, OCD, anxiety, addiction, or depression. Michael’s 2018 book, "How to Change Your Mind", was a watershed moment in the rising national conversation about the use of psychedelics in guided therapy.Michael describes his own psychedelic experiences as well as additional guests, including GoDaddy founder Bob Parsons, who share their stories about how psychedelics helped them improve their mental well-being, cope with trauma and grief and achieve spiritual transcendence. Pollan taught for many years at UC Berkeley and is currently a professor teaching creative writing at Harvard.BUY THE BOOK!“⁠How to Change Your Mind: What the New Science of Psychedelics Teaches Us About Consciousness, Dying, Addiction, Depression, and Transcendence⁠” by Michael Pollan“⁠Fire in the Hole!: The Untold Story of My Traumatic Life and Explosive Success⁠” by Bob ParsonsThis episode is brought to you in part by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at http://www.betterhelp.com/OPRAHPODCASTFor more information on The Roland R. Griffiths, Ph.D. Professorship Fund, Psychedelic Research On Secular Spirituality And Well-Being - https://griffithsfund.org/Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@OprahFollow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprah/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

In this episode of The Oprah Podcast, renowned psychologist, author, and minister Dr. Thema Bryant shares practical ways we can heal the relationship we have with ourselves and those closest to us. Dr. Thema integrates both clinical insights along with spiritual wisdom and teaches how to nurture our relationships, which she says enhances our overall quality of life.Dr. Thema also answers questions from people who Zoom in from around the country that desire to heal the relationships in their own lives.BUY THE BOOK!"Matters of the Heart: Healing Your Relationship with Yourself and Those You Love" By Thema Bryant, Ph.D. - ⁠available here⁠.Head to ⁠myalloy.com⁠ and use code: OPRAH for $20 off your first order.Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@OprahFollow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprah/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

In this episode of Oprah’s Book Club: Presented by Starbucks, Oprah and author Eric Puchner discuss his newest book "Dream State" - a novel New York Times bestselling author Elin Hildebrand calls “an absolute masterpiece.” Set in Montana, Oprah’s 111th book club pick is a page turner and emotional rollercoaster that spans 50 years in the lives of college friends starting in the early 1990s. As we witness this tight circle experience friendship, a love triangle, marriage, raising kids aging and death, the novel evokes powerful questions about what really matters in life.For this conversation, Eric and Oprah are joined by a live audience enjoying Matcha Lattes in a Starbucks cafe in the iconic Empire State Building.Eric talks about character development, his writing process and his thought-provoking depiction of friendship, marriage and parenting while taking questions from the audience of avid readers.BUY THE BOOK!https://amzn.to/4q7DjuA⁠https://books.apple.com/us/book/dream-state/id6504841280⁠Listen to the Audiobook on Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/4x3YoAvjZDfv7zEFg4CB8N?si=547a878fa812404f Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@Oprah Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:InstagramFacebookTikTokListen to the full podcast:SpotifyApple Podcasts#oprahsbookclub

In this episode of The Oprah Podcast, presented by Ulta Beauty, world renowned relationship therapist Esther Perel offers her profound insight on modern romance, and what we can do to feel more alive in all our relationships – not just the romantic ones.With wisdom gained as a therapist and from her hit podcast, Where Should We Begin? with Esther Perel, Esther offers frank sexual advice along with her thoughts on dealing with betrayal, life transitions and relational burn out. Couples and individuals will join via Zoom to hear Esther do what she does best: reveal the hidden truth beyond the stories we tell. She’ll also discuss her ingenious conversation-starter card game, “Where Should We Begin? A Game of Stories by Esther Perel.”Thank you to our partners at Ulta Beauty. They want to help you celebrate all the relationships in your life - not just the romantic ones! Share a post, tag your bestie and @ULTABEAUTY and share why they’re so special to you! Ulta Beauty will help pay the joy forward with a chance to receive a ‘surprise and delight’ beauty experience. www.ulta.com“Where Should We Begin? A Game of Stories by Esther Perel” is available on her website,And Esther's books are available here:The State of Affairs: https://amzn.to/3RMIrYjMating Captivity: https://amzn.to/3RkN7V7Conflict to Connection: https://www.estherperel.com/courses/turning-conflict-into-connection Desire Bundle: https://www.estherperel.com/course-bundles/the-desire-bundle Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@Oprahhttps://www.instagram.com/oprah/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

In this episode of The Oprah Podcast, world-renowned child and adolescent psychiatrist and neuroscientist, Dr. Bruce Perry, offers his advice on how to heal from childhood wounds. Oprah and Dr. Perry co-authored the #1 New York Times bestselling book, What Happened to You? Which has sold over 1 million copies. Dr. Perry discusses why asking this simple question is so important to understanding one’s story and behavior. He also gives scientific and practical guidance on why certain traumas can have lasting impacts on our lives and how little moments of hope make all the difference. Oprah shares stories from her own life offering ways to overcome our challenges.People from around the country join via Zoom to share their experiences and receive advice from Dr. Perry and Oprah on how to heal and move forward from their personal traumas.BUY THE BOOK!⁠"What Happened To You? Conversations on Trauma, Resilience, and Healin⁠g" by Bruce D. Perry and Oprah Winfrey, published by FLATIRON BOOKS | MACMILLAN PUBLISHERS, is available wherever books are sold.Buy the book on⁠⁠ Apple Books⁠⁠Buy the book on ⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠Go here⁠ for more information about Dr. Bruce Perry’s workHead to ⁠myalloy.com⁠ and use code: OPRAH for $20 off your first order.Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@OprahFollow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprah/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Listen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

In this episode of The Oprah Podcast, financial expert and Co-CEO and President of Ariel Investments, ‪Mellody Hobson, offers practical advice to simplify financial conversations for families.Mellody shares details about struggling with money as a child, lessons she's taught her daughter and fascinating historical facts about money from her New York Times best-selling children's book, "Priceless Facts About Money."People from around the country join via Zoom to ask Mellody how to address financial questions and situations with their children. BUY THE BOOK! "⁠Priceless Facts about Money⁠" by Mellody Hobson, published by CANDLEWICK | PENGUIN RANDOM HOUSE, is available wherever books and audio books are sold. Head to ⁠myalloy.com⁠ and use code: OPRAH for $20 off your first order.Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:https://www.instagram.com/oprah/https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@OprahListen to the full podcast:https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLIhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381

In this episode of The Oprah Podcast, Oprah continues her conversation with Dr. Ania Jastreboff, an endocrinologist and associate professor at the Yale School of Medicine, about the anti-obesity GLP-1 medications that are changing the world of weight loss. Oprah and Dr. Ania talk about what happens to a person’s mental health, body image and how the world treats them after losing a significant amount of weight. Joined by clinical psychologist Dr. Rachel Goldman, assistant professor at NYU Grossman School of Medicine, Oprah and Dr. Ania speak to people using the GLP-1 medications like long-time Harpo producer, Brian Piotrowicz, who reveals how people treat him differently now that he’s lost a significant amount of weight in a short period of time. Several other guests from across the country also share how their lives have changed after GLP-1 weight loss including a woman who lost over 160 pounds. Finally, we will get an update from several guests that appeared on the ABC Oprah Special: Shame, Blame and the Weight Loss Revolution including high school student Maggie who lost over 100 pounds. For more information on Dr. Rachel Goldman Follow Dr. Rachel on InstagramFollow Michaela on TikTok Follow Michaela on Instagram Follow Anna on Instagram Follow Jewell on TikTok Follow Jewell on Instagram Follow Jewell on YouTube Follow Marissa on Instagram Follow Marissa on TikTok Follow Oprah’s Producer Brian on Instagram Watch Part 1 Here.SUPPORT THE SHOW Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@Oprah Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social:InstagramFacebookTikTokListen to the full podcast: SpotifyApple Podcasts#oprahsbookclub

In this episode of The Oprah Podcast, Oprah sits down with Dr. Ania Jastreboff, an endocrinologist and associate professor at the Yale School of Medicine, to talk about the new GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound. Dr. Ania, who has been on the forefront of GLP-1 medication research for the past 20 years, will talk through why it is biologically difficult for some people to lose weight, maintain weight loss and why obesity is a disease. She explains how the new GLP-1 medications work, how they can facilitate weight loss, and if they are safe. Dr. Ania answers questions from people around the country who are taking the GLP-medications and have lost a significant amount of weight. We will also share an update from Amy Kane who told her story of losing 160 pounds on weight loss medications last year on Oprah’s ABC Special: Shame, Blame and the Weight Loss Revolution. Also referenced in this episode: "The Let Them Theory: A Life-Changing Tool That Millions of People Can’t Stop Talking About" by Mel Robbins, published by Hay House LLC is available wherever books and audio books are sold.SUPPORT THE SHOW Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@Oprah Find Oprah’s Interview with Mel Robbins Here. Follow Amy on InstagramFollow Amy on TikTokFollow Emma on TikTokFollow Emma on InstagramFollow Oprah Winfrey on Social:InstagramFacebook