Dinner’s on Me with Jesse Tyler Ferguson

Geri Halliwell-Horner, Spice Girl and author, discusses the enduring impact of the Spice Girls and their music, their experiences and emotions about their past endeavors, and their reflections on the concept of humanness and vulnerability. They also talk about their meal options, their love for literature, and the underdog theme in their book.

Idina Menzel, star of "Rent" and "Wicked," joins the show. She talks about life before fame, the painful end of "Wicked" on Broadway, and her showmance with Taye Diggs. They also discuss Broadway ticketing systems, Menzel's journey to "Wicked," the impact of "Rent" and "Wicked" on children, and Menzel's career journey.

Jonathan Van Ness, author, podcaster, and JVN Hair founder, talks about living in Texas as a queer person, coming out as HIV positive, and figure skating. They discuss advocacy for equality, facing setbacks, and starting somewhere in their careers. They also share their enthusiasm for each other and promote upcoming episodes.

Fashion designer Isaac Mizrahi joins the show to discuss dinner parties with Nora Ephron, being a young gay designer during the AIDs crisis, and career risks. They also touch on sugar in food, Isaac's design career, balancing parenthood and social life, being a gay man in the fashion industry, ending a relationship with Chanel, collaborating with Target, and their love for research.

Peabody and Emmy award-winning journalist Soledad O’Brien discusses her impressive reporting career, the importance of cases of Black missing men and women, objectivity in journalism, and the state of the Republican party. They also touch on the history of interracial marriage, hiding one's true self, and the complexities of racial identity.

Advocate and author Chelsea Clinton joins the show to discuss growing up in the public eye, parenting experiences, and the existential threat of global warming. They also touch upon their taste in music, supporting family members on the campaign trail, and the joy of dancing.

Join Taye Diggs as he explores enchanting and exhilarating love stories, from highs and lows to heartbreak and revenge. Share in the laughter and drama as everyday people recount their extraordinary tales of love and loss.

Uzo Aduba, star of 'Painkiller' and 'Orange Is The New Black', joins Jesse Tyler Ferguson as they discuss Uzo's Nigerian upbringing, her admiration for Cate Blanchett, and her experience in Netflix's early success. They also reflect on the transformative effect of parenthood, growing up in the Boston area as a Nigerian family, pursuing the arts with support, the transition from theater to television, and the importance of setting an example and expressing gratitude.

Harry Shum Jr., known for his roles in Glee and Everything Everywhere All At Once, joins Jesse Tyler Ferguson on the podcast. They discuss topics like Harry's early dance career, working with Michelle Yeoh, Asian American representation in Hollywood, multicultural upbringing, and the importance of breaking stereotypes.

Margo Martindale, star of 'The Americans' and 'Cocaine Bear', talks about odd jobs in her early acting days, working as a private eye, and her experience working together on the film 'Cocaine Bear'.