Go Ask Ali

Actress and entrepreneur Naomi Watts shares why she created her menopause brand Stripes, then menopause expert Pat Duckworth tells us why we should be getting menopause support from our bosses.

Ali’s dreams come true in this episode when she connects with The Ebony Anglers, a badass fisherwomen team she idolizes, and Melissa Clark, her clamming soul sister.

The author of Rethinking Narcissism explains that the narcissist does have its dream partner, a person who takes up as little space as possible.

Award-winning physician and researcher Dr. Nadine Burke Harris stresses the importance of early intervention of our kids’ adverse childhood experiences (ACEs).

Humans have a habit of ignoring the inevitable, but the fact is we are all mortal. Two end-of-life doulas share their experience and wisdom with Ali.

Ali commiserates with her friend and supermodel Paulina Porizkova's cringy dating experiences through the pandemic and beyond. But there's hope!

Psychologist and sex therapist David Ley joins Ali for a revealing conversation about how he views pornography’s role in long term relationships.

Dr. Steven Hassan joined a cult as a teenager and wants everyone to know everyone could be vulnerable…everyone.

Dr. Lisa Damour returns to Go Ask Ali to help parents be the support their teenagers need as we face a teen mental health crisis.

Actress and playwright Maddie Corman joins Ali to talk about her one-woman play Accidentally Brave which she calls a love story about a family, but admits her kids might not agree.

Ali and psychologist Dr. Marisa G. Franco talk about Marisa’s fascinating book that explains why friendships are crucial and how we can make more.

Author Peggy Orenstein joins Ali to share how making a garment from scratch gave her way more than just an ugly sweater.

Entrepreneur and preeminent Sprinkles cupcakes creator Candace Nelson shares what it takes to make a mark in any industry.

One of Ali’s friends experienced an aneurysm walking the red carpet of Ali’s Head Case premiere and thankfully lived to tell the tale…and the lessons.

Ali’s co-host of The Parent Test distills some of his greatest expertise into memorable takeaways to raise humans.

Mega philanthropist Melinda French Gates joins Ali for a fresh conversation centered on how anyone can be a giver.

Safety and violence expert Gavin de Becker joins Ali to help us all rein in our fear and value our own intuition.

Actress and writer Melissa Gilbert talks about getting back to the prairie and how she now makes the simple things in life the most important.

Two top-notch guests join Ali to explain, first, what the heck the metaverse is and, second, what parents can do to protect their kids from the digital typhoon.

Ali and bestie Brooke Shields team up for a two-parter. Ali first joins Brooke on her new podcast Now What? w/ Brooke Shields and here Brooke joins Ali for a game of Bad Choices. And, boy, there are many.

Ali learns all about the secrets we keep and why with psychology researcher and author Michael Slepian.

Dr. Colleen McNicholas shares what her Planned Parenthood facilities in Missouri and Illinois have been up against since the pivotal Dobbs verdict this summer.

Legendary sitcom director James Burrows shares his decades of stories from some of the most iconic shows we grew up watching, and actress Debra Messing speaks of her time working with him and celebrity guest stars on Will & Grace.

Movie star and America's sweetheart Julia Roberts joins Ali for a little catch up before her new movie Ticket to Paradise is released.

Journalist Michael Pollan joins Ali to break down the state and strengths of psychedelic therapy and if taking a tiny bit would actually be good for parents.

In this season 2 finale, Ali is joined by Sophie Scott, a neuroscientist and standup comedian, to dig into what Ali loves most, laughing her ass off.

Author and dating expert Chantal Heide gives Ali the lowdown on dating as mature people with a past, a mortgage and maybe some kids.

Ali talks with Actress Brandee Evans about her experience caring for her aging mom and geriatric consultant Mary Hulme about the best ways of taking the first tricky steps of advanced care.

Psychologist and writer Dr. Joshua Coleman shares his expertise on people’s idealization of what we think a marriage is supposed to be and the weaponization that happens when it falls short.

Friendship coach Danielle Bayard Jackson talks some sense about how to navigate tricky female friendships, including the ending.

Scientist and writer Sidarta Ribeiro shares illuminating insights into the “art of dreaming”, an ancient power he says we all have in us naturally.

Ali is joined by Imran Ahmed, a passionate warrior of online misinformation and big tech abuse, who shares his research and ongoing campaign for protective legislation.

Ali is joined by author Eve Rodsky and Dr. Aditi Nerurkar on ways to find resilience and happiness as we continue to live through the perfect storm for stress.

Cryptocurrency billionaire and pioneer Mike Novogratz gives Ali and the rest of us a tutorial on cryptocurrency, Bitcoin and what the hell a blockchain is!

Ali is joined by journalist and podcaster Jo Piazza to get the scoop on the power and sacrifice of mommy influencers and why, despite everything, she still respects them.

Journalist, film historian and screenwriter Jenelle Riley joins Ali to break down where rom-coms have gone, what will bring them back, and why we love them so much.

Ali breaks the silence around menopause with guests Sally Mueller, co-founder of Womaness.com, and Dr. Ekta Kapoor, endocrinologist and menopause expert.

Actor, writer and activist Michael J. Fox talks to Ali about his outlook as a realistic optimist and why he thinks humor is key to getting through life’s challenges, like Parkinson’s.

Actress and writer Isabel Gillies shares her experience of and innate wisdom on how to create the dreamy modern family.

Ali hosts feminist writer, commentator and activist Rebecca Traister right as women’s hard-fought rights and protections are being threatened across the country and in the Supreme Court.

Ali explores cancel culture to learn what it is, where it came from and why it matters, and also asks the question could cancel culture kill comedy?

While it feels like our lives might be getting back to normal after a global pandemic, Fareed Zakaria and Donna Fish help us prepare for the long term changes and effects.

Francesco Clark, founder and CEO of Clark’s Botanicals and recovering paraplegic, shares his inspiring story of tragedy, strength, resilience, support....and really great skincare.

Ali and financial therapist Amanda Clayman explore where so many of our money hang ups came from and what to do about them.

Ali talks to longtime sex advice columnist Dan Savage about people’s dating, love, and sex lives during the pandemic and as we emerge from our caves.

Ali gets some advice from Bill Doherty, co-founder of bi-partisan organization Braver Angels, on how to salvage our politically damaged relationships.

Ali talks with Dr. Susan Clayton about the rise of eco-anxiety in kids and with a young environmentalist who's taking action every way she can.

Ali and one of her besties, former editor-in-chief of People magazine Jess Cagle, discuss the roots of gossip and why we love it, hate it - but need it - so much!

Ali hosts a therapy session with her friend Laurie Gelman and Dr. Guy Winch who gives professional advice on how to prepare for and manage the empty nest adjustment.

Aging gets a bad rap in the US. Ali and celebrity life coach Dr. Martha Beck respectfully do not care.

Maybe it appears multi-award winning actress and producer Julianna Margulies has had a charmed life, but it didn’t come easy in every way. She and Ali talk about what it has taken for her to get where she is and what success means to her.

Author Dr. Frank Lipman explains to Ali alllll the many ways we can help ourselves age better, happier and healthier.

Yogi, mystic and best-selling author Sadhguru explains the true meaning of karma and how to craft our lives consciously.

Ali speaks with money whizz Jamila Souffrant about how to grow your personal wealth and begin your journey to financial freedom.

Ali and acclaimed sex therapist Dr. Tiffanie Henry discuss how to choose the right lube and much more.

Ali Wentworth invites bestie and supermodel Brooke Shields to discuss social media and the sexualization of teenage girls.

Ali and Stephen Russell, Ph.D. explore ways to create inclusive and affirming environments for teens.

Dr. Lisa Damour (psychologist and author of “Untangled” and “Under Pressure”) joins Ali to discuss teens and emotional health.

Doctors and twin sisters Lindsay and Lexie Kite are on a mission to save girls and women from media’s influence, men’s expectations, and self-objectification.

Harvard professor, PhD social scientist, and bestselling author Arthur Brooks breaks down the recipe for happiness, complete with ingredients, measurements and substitutions.

Bob Roth shares with Ali and all of us the benefit, power and potential of calming the mind with transcendental meditation.

New York Times bestselling author Annabelle Gurwitch joins Ali to talk very candidly about facing a shocking medical diagnosis in the midst of a pandemic.

Actress Marlo Thomas talks to Ali about how her 40-year marriage to TV talk show host Phil Donahue has been so successful, as well as the insight she gained after sitting down with other celebrated couples.

Best-selling author, podcast host and psychotherapist Lori Gottlieb talks with Ali about therapy and how to overcome your worst enemy - yourself.

Author, thought leader and brilliant lady Glennon Doyle joins Ali to share her experience of finding authentic love in the most unlikely place for her at the time

Ali talks with her bestie actress Mariska Hargitay about their very close friendship and why women need each other SO MUCH.

In the season finale on how to grow a teen in a pandemic, Ali Wentworth speaks with “Girls & Sex” author Peggy Orenstein about positive sexuality in teens.

Julie Cordua (CEO, Thorn), Anna Pei and Audrey McDermott (recent teens turned adults) speak with Ali about the dark web.

This week, Jeanne Blake (founder of Blake Works) speaks with Ali Wentworth about how teens can grow from adversity.

Jessica Lahey (teacher, NYT bestselling author of “The Gift of Failure”) joins Ali to discuss how parents can help teens learn from failure and rejection to become more resilient and successful people.

Ali Wentworth welcomes Stephen Russell, Ph.D (Regents’ Professor of Child Development) to discuss LGBTQ+ teens.

Dr. Lisa Damour (psychologist and author of “Untangled” and “Under Pressure”) joins Ali to discuss teens and emotional health.

Ali Wentworth asks Dr. Harold Koplewicz (Medical Director, Child Mind Institute) how families can support their teens through all the uncertainty of 2020.

Ali Wentworth speaks with Dr. Jen Ashton (ABC News Chief Medical Correspondent) about teen suicide prevention and healing.

Join Ali Wentworth and clinical social worker Jeanette Friedman as they discuss teens and addiction.

Ali invites pediatrician and consultant Cara Natterson (author of “Decoding Boys”) to the table.

Ali Wentworth asks two higher education experts what parents need to know about the new college landscape and how best to prepare their teens and prospective students in light of the pandemic.

Research scientist Dr. Yalda T. Uhls is brought on the show to speak with Ali Wentworth about social media and its effects on teens.

Ali Wentworth invites bestie and supermodel Brooke Shields to discuss social media and the sexualization of teenage girls.