On the season finale of Wiser Than Me, Julia sits down in person with 90-year-old groundbreaking actress, comedian, and writer Carol Burnett. Carol tells Julia how she learned to accept rejection, what Lucille Ball taught her about being a boss, and how a spontaneous ride on a beer truck led to her landing a CBS special with Julie Andrews. And Carol gives Julia a compliment that makes Julia cry, which leads to a touching conversation between Julia and her mom Judith.    Follow Wiser Than Me on Instagram and TikTok @wiserthanme and on Facebook at facebook.com/wiserthanmepodcast.    Keep up with Carol @iamcarolburnett on Twitter and @itscarolburnett on Instagram. Watch Carol Burnett: 90 Years of Laughter + Love on Peacock.   Find out more about other shows on our network at @lemonadamedia on all social platforms.   Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.    Click this link for a list of all Wiser Than Me sponsors and discount codes: https://lemonadamedia.com/sponsors/.    For additional resources, information, and a transcript of the episode, visit lemonadamedia.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a delightful conversation, legendary comedian Carol Burnett shares her enduring love for movies and the significant influence they had on her remarkable career. She recounts childhood days spent in Hollywood theaters and discusses the actor who jump-started her journey into showbiz. The chat highlights her groundbreaking variety show, with memorable parodies that challenged gender norms. Carol and host Ben Mankiewicz also trade laughs over their Wordle scores, showcasing her signature wit even at 91!

In this engaging conversation, legendary comedienne Carol Burnett shares her journey into comedy and the impact of iconic figures like Lucille Ball on her career. She reflects on memorable moments from The Carol Burnett Show and discusses the importance of kindness and representation in the industry. Carol also chats about making new connections on the set of Palm Royale, while Conan reminisces about his own early comedic days. Their heartfelt banter captures the essence of laughter, legacy, and the evolving landscape of entertainment.

Legendary actress Carol Burnett discusses her journey to success with the help of mysterious benefactors, her friendships with Lucille Ball and Julie Andrews, and the close bond with The Carol Burnett Show cast. They also reflect on the challenges and triumphs in showbiz, navigating LA's food and arts scene, and the impact of a millionaire's generosity.

Legendary TV variety show queen Carol Burnett joins Stephen Colbert to discuss her experiences going toe-to-toe with Johnny Carson and appearing alongside Elvis Presley. They also touch on the financial challenges of Truth Social, Trump's business fortunes, and political tensions surrounding RFK Jr.