The Oprah Podcast

Oprah welcomes Dr. Joshua Coleman, a clinical psychologist and author, Dr. Lindsay Gibson, an expert on emotionally immature parenting, and relationship therapist Nedra Glover Tawwab. They unpack the rising trend of family estrangement, highlighting reasons like personal growth and mental health. The guests discuss the impact of social media, the importance of boundaries, and the emotional toll of going no contact. Personal stories shed light on the complexities of these decisions, making it a rich exploration of modern family dynamics.

In this captivating conversation, psychic medium Laura Lynne Jackson shares her incredible ability to communicate with those who have passed on. She believes everyone can stay open to signs from their 'Team of Light'—a mix of spirit guides and deceased loved ones. Laura recounts her early visions, describes common signs like flickering lights, and explains how to ask for personalized messages. Listeners share heartfelt stories, including one mother’s unique sign from her late son. Dive into a world where love transcends even death!

Join novelist Ann Packer, author of 'Some Bright Nowhere', as she delves into the emotional landscape of caregiving and end-of-life choices. She shares how her book, inspired by real-life scenarios, grapples with societal expectations and the profound impact of a spouse's dying wish. Kyle Woody, a caregiver and co-founder of Jack's Caregiver Coalition, opens up about his experience supporting his terminally ill wife, shedding light on the unique challenges male caregivers face. Together, they advocate for normalizing discussions around death and the insights gained from loss.

Oprah chats with Will Guidara, a renowned restaurateur known for elevating Eleven Madison Park and author of 'Unreasonable Hospitality.' They discuss the transformative power of exceptional service, starting with Will’s journey from disappointment to a people-centered approach. Will shares memorable stories like the heartfelt 'hot dog moment' and his father's influence on his hospitality philosophy. They explore how intentional gestures can create lasting impacts, not only in restaurants but in all walks of life.

Oprah hosts a riveting conversation with Dr. Susan L. Brown, a sociology professor known for coining 'gray divorce,' family law expert Susan Guthrie, and psychotherapist Lori Gottlieb. They dive into the rising divorce rates for those over 50, exploring why this trend is occurring. The experts discuss the emotional and financial fallout of late-life separations, emphasizing the importance of rebuilding and resilience. Personal anecdotes highlight the impacts on adult children, revealing both grief and newfound closeness with parents.

Oprah sits down with the “Eyebrow Queen,” Anastasia Soare, to talk about how she escaped Communist Romania and built a billion-dollar beauty empire in the United States. The Anastasia Beverly Hills founder and CEO tells her only-in-America story in her inspiring new book, Raising Brows. Joining them are business mogul Kim Kardashian, Anastasia’s daughter, Claudia—now ABH president and creative director—and aspiring entrepreneurs looking for inspiration from Anastasia and Oprah. This podcast is a must-listen for anyone dreaming of starting their own business and wondering how to turn that dream into reality. This episode is presented by Walmart. Find Anastasia’s new book Raising Brows and so much more at Walmart.com. BUY THE BOOK! 'Raising Brows' by Anastasia Soare https://www.walmart.com/ip/Raising-Brows-My-Story-of-Building-a-Billion-Dollar-Beauty-Empire-Hardcover-9798217044542/15573815101 00:00:00 - Welcome Anastasia Soare, author of “Raising Brows” 00:03:11 – Meeting Oprah for the first time 00:05:12 – Starting out in America 00:09:13 – Lessons from her mother’s business 00:13:17 – Building a billion-dollar brand 00:18:58 – The key to following your dreams 00:19:35 – Welcome Kim Kardashian 00:21:25 – Kim on Anastasia’s success 00:22:08 – What Anastasia learned from Kim 00:24:07 – Scaling a business 00:26:48 – Owning your story 00:29:40 – Doing brows live on The Oprah Show 00:32:47 – Anastasia’s daughter Claudia 00:37:58 – Growing profitability 00:45:50 – Fearlessness as a business asset Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social: https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/ Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLI https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this lively discussion, Megha Majumdar, author of the acclaimed novel *A Guardian and a Thief*, explores the intertwining themes of moral conflict and climate change. She dives into how Kolkata's realities shape her characters, revealing their complex motivations and the struggle between familial love and societal responsibilities. Megha also addresses the nuances of failure in writing, the ambiguous nature of hope, and how desperation can lead to unexpected actions. The conversation paints a vivid portrait of humanity in crisis.

Join Laura Brown, former InStyle editor-in-chief, and Kristina O’Neill, ex-editor of the Wall Street Journal Magazine, as they share their insights on overcoming job loss. They discuss their book, "All the Cool Girls Get Fired," offering practical guidance for navigating career transitions. Oprah shares her own experiences of being let go, highlighting the societal shame often associated with female job loss. The conversation includes empowering stories from other women who reinvented themselves after setbacks, transforming adversity into new beginnings.

Oprah welcomes Kaitlyn Regehr, an expert on digital humanities and author of Smartphone Nation, to discuss Gen Z's tech addiction crisis. They explore how attention-economy algorithms manipulate behavior, making harm and misinformation prevalent. Adam Alter highlights the design hooks that keep users hooked on video games and social media. The conversation reveals real-life stories of addiction and emphasizes the need for families to shift focus from blame to strategies for resisting tech. The Quittr app offers a community-driven path to recovery.

Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@Oprah?sub_confirmation=1 Oprah sits down with renowned ecologist Dr. Carl Safina, author of the New York Times bestseller Beyond Words: What Animals Think and Feel, to explore our sacred connection with the animal world—especially our tight-knit relationships and bonds with our beloved dogs. Joining them is author and neuroscientist Dr. Gregory Berns, whose groundbreaking MRI research offers scientific proof that our dogs really do love us. Dr. Berns discusses his eye-opening books How Dogs Love Us and Cowpuppy. The episode also features extraordinary true stories of hero dogs who saved their owners’ lives. BUY THE BOOK! https://wwnorton.com/books/alfie-and-me https://books.apple.com/us/book/alfie-and-me/id6445787372 Follow Oprah Winfrey on Social: https://www.instagram.com/oprahpodcast/ https://www.facebook.com/oprahwinfrey/ Listen to the full podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0tEVrfNp92a7lbjDe6GMLI https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-oprah-podcast/id1782960381 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices