In a rare, deeply personal conversation, former — and perhaps future — presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg opens up about what it’s really like to lead, love, and parent in a country in crisis.

From the life-defining decisions that shaped the man behind the headlines, to why he’s willing to put everything on the line when the stakes have never been higher, Pete reveals how he’s rising to the moment while staying grounded in what matters most.

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Sophia's conversation with actress and author Sarah Shahi continues with a deeper dive into three of the most revealing and transformative chapters of her new memoir, "Life is Lifey: The A to Z's of Navigating Life's Messy Middle." She also opens up about why - right now in her life - Sarah's forcing herself to "put her money where her mouth is" and follow the relationship advice she spells out in the book.

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Sarah Shahi has spent years playing fearless, complicated women — but now, anticipation builds for the highly awaited premiere of Paradise Season 2, Sarah is telling her own story.

From the cultural roots that shaped her to the public heartbreak that forced a reinvention, Sarah gets candid about desire, motherhood, ambition, and what it really takes to stop shrinking. With her new book Life Is Lifey, she’s done playing it safe. This one is raw, revealing, and definitely spicy.

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Sophia's conversation with "Summer's Last Resort" co-star Jerry continues with real talk about imposter syndrome, raising twin teenage girls and even the wild result of going under hypnosis. If you've ever wondered what actors talk about during their downtime on movie sets, this is it!

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While on location in South Africa filming the rom-com "Summer's Last Resort," Sophia sat down with her leading man, actor Jerry O'Connell, to share hilarious on-set secrets, candid career challenges and what they're missing while away from home.

Plus, Sophia answers Jerry's burning questions about OTH and Jerry reveals what went on behind the scenes while making his classic "Stand By Me."

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Sophia's candid conversation continues with "Meet the Press" moderator Kristen Welker. The acclaimed journalist sets her objectivity aside and shares which guests tested her view of authority, vulnerability, courage, and restraint. Plus, Kristen reveals the surprising way she prepared for her high-stakes role in one of this country's most pivotal presidential debates.

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Every Sunday as moderator of "Meet the Press," Kristen Welker sits across from power, knowing that a single question—asked the wrong way or not asked at all—can shape the national conversation. Now, as the one in the hot seat, Kristen ​opens up about the personal experiences that transformed the way she tackles the complexities of politics, truth and life itself.

This episode was recorded January 28, 2026.

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Looking at the eclectic crowd attending a Danae Hays comedy show and - as she puts it - you don't know if it's sponsored by the NRA or GLAAD. But somehow this Alabama-born content-creator makes both the southern good ole' boys and old married lesbians laugh and even find unexpected common ground.

From prank calls to sold-out shows, Danae opens up about her viral fame, coming out young, and the real stories behind her characters and punchlines. Hear how she lied her way onto the Grand Ole' Opry stage and what happened when she called her mother after a seven-year rift.

Tickets for “The BUCKWILD Tour” are available at DanaeHays.com.

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