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Now What? with Brooke Shields

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Oct 10, 2023 • 30min

Bowen Yang on why he ditched a medical career for comedy

Bowen Yang, actor-comedian, discusses his transition from a medical career to comedy, his experience on SNL, embracing his queerness after conversion therapy, and the importance of compassion in his comedy.
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Aug 29, 2023 • 32min

Erin Andrews on refusing to give up hope

Sportscaster, podcast host and new mom Erin Andrews joins Brooke for the last episode of the season! The Fox Sports mega star talks about her most embarrassing sideline gig, and why she feels she has to work harder than her male counterparts. Plus, Erin opens up about her decade-long fertility struggles and gives a candid perspective of the surrogacy process.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Aug 22, 2023 • 32min

How being a benchwarmer pushed Ellie Kemper into comedy

Ellie Kemper and Brooke Shields bond over Princeton memories and love of Wawa hoagies. Kemper discusses her short-lived D1 athlete career, terrifying SNL audition, and why she won't do drama. They explore pivotal moments, rejection, and the power of running and self-care.
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Aug 15, 2023 • 30min

Now what do we do about women’s health?

Gynecologist and women’s health expert Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz joins Brooke for an information-packed episode about aging, fertility, and menopause. The two discuss why society has normalized women’s pain, and what we can all do to better advocate for our well-being. Plus, the physiological “Now What?” moments you should look for in your lifetime. Love Dr. Suzanne as much as we do? Check out her latest book “Menopause Bootcamp”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Aug 8, 2023 • 32min

Savannah Guthrie on why a little fear is a good thing

Today co-anchor (and literal ray of sunshine!) Savannah Guthrie chats with Brooke about their mutual love of Arizona, Savannah’s high school “slacker” days, and how her father’s sudden death pushed her toward the career she has today. The broadcast journalist and children’s book author also gets candid about her past struggles with infertility and why she hopes to start singing (and songwriting) in the years to come. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Aug 1, 2023 • 28min

Michael Strahan on the importance of being seen

TV personality, sports broadcaster, and entrepreneur Michael Strahan stops by the pod! The Hall of Famer chats with Brooke about his childhood spent on a military base in Germany, how he coped with being separated from his family as a teen and later as a young father, and why he credits his legendary NFL career (in part) to Jane Fonda’s workout videos.  To learn more about Michael and his business endeavors, go to michaelstrahanbrand.komi.ioSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jul 25, 2023 • 29min

Guy Fieri on the tragic wake-up call that changed his life

Buckle up for the Mayor of Flavortown! Chef, restauranteur, and TV personality Guy Fieri (Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, Guy’s Grocery Games) joins Brooke for a story-packed episode. Guy shares how a childhood rebellion against vegetarian food pushed him towards the culinary world, how he grappled with his younger sister’s death from cancer and the ways in which her legacy inspired him to think (and cook!) differently. Plus, Guy shares how a tragic wake-up call as a teenager pushed him away from life in the fast lane.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jul 18, 2023 • 31min

Selma Blair on learning to trust herself

DISCLAIMER: This podcast was recorded prior to the SAG-AFTRA strike Actor, author, and Brooke's #1 fan Selma Blair (Legally Blonde, Cruel Intentions, Hellboy) opens up about her lifelong struggles with multiple sclerosis and sobriety, and shares how a public humiliation years ago led her to the diagnosis that would change her life. Plus, why Selma started saying yes to the things that scared her most, and what she’s manifesting for the years to come.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jul 11, 2023 • 33min

What Kris Jenner wants for her next chapter

Kar-Jenner matriarch and media mogul Kris Jenner joins Brooke for a wide-ranging conversation about the surprising origins of her business savvy and how her approach to managing her children's careers has changed over the years. Plus, Kris opens up about the “wake-up calls” she experienced following the death of her friend Nicole Brown Simpson and her divorce from Robert Kardashian.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jul 4, 2023 • 30min

Tig Notaro on learning to embrace vulnerability

Brooke welcomes Tig Notaro (One Mississippi, Tig) to the pod for a candid conversation about mothers and daughters, and the origins of their senses of humor (Shout out to Teri Terrific!) The actress-comedian opens up about finding love and shares what back-to-back illnesses and an unexpected death taught her about vulnerability and the importance of family.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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