Work in Progress with Sophia Bush

TV viewers welcomed Susan Kelechi Watson into their homes for six seasons as the beloved Beth Pearson on 'This is Us.' Now, viewers can see her in a totally different role in the Shondaland whodunit 'The Residence.'The actress joins Sophia to chat all about her time on the Netflix murder mystery, including what it was like walking onto the very detailed sets, the star-studded cast, the talk of a second season, and they both compare notes on what it's like working at Shondaland!Plus, Susan reveals her path to becoming an actor, which started when she was just three years old! She also opens up about the significance of her role as 'Beth' on "This is Us," words of wisdom for aspiring actors, and her work in progress. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Get ready for a big dose of fun when Dr. Teddy Altman makes a house call to the pod!Yes, it's a Cass and Teddy reunion! Actress, producer, and director Kim Raver joins Sophia to talk about Grey's Anatomy, from breaking down the dynamic of their characters' on-screen chemistry and how they approached the will-they-or-won’t-they open marriage storyline — with Kevin McKidd and the writers too! — to some fun behind-the-scenes stories you need to hear stat!Plus, a blast from the past! Kim talks about her TV debut on Sesame Street and how public arts changed her life. She also shares her inspiration for getting behind the camera, attending Debbie Allen's unofficial school of directing, and swaps stories with Sophia about each of their first days on Grey's and how the cast welcomed them to the set!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle Obama, the former First Lady and a celebrated lawyer and writer, shares her insights on motherhood, marriage, and personal growth. She talks about her guilty pleasures, including her love for tennis and a good martini. The discussion touches on the importance of honest communication in parenting and the joys of self-discovery for empty nesters. With humorous anecdotes about favorite TV shows and the need for inner fulfillment, Michelle emphasizes joy and community connection in navigating life’s challenges.

FLOTUS, wife, mother, author, attorney, advocate, television producer and host of the podcast IMO…Michelle Obama is here!  Listen to Michelle's podcast, IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson, here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If the daily headlines coming out of the White House are making you feel antsy, discouraged, angry, or overwhelmed…you're not alone!There are people out there fighting the good fight, like Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell, and those helping us make sense of the political drama, like political strategist Jordan C. Brown. They want people to know that even though things are feeling dark right now - public sentiment is working! They tell Sophia about the small victories setting the stage for even larger triumphs down the road, the Signal leak and what's really going on, advice for those who want to engage in activism, and lifting the curtain on political theater! Swalwell recalls the time Ted Cruz publicly trashed him on TV, only to turn around the next day and tell him privately he was doing "a really good job!" It's a story you don't want to miss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

POTUS is in the house! Bellamy Young has been a busy actor for 30 years, tackling many roles, including playing President Mellie Grant on the hit show ‘Scandal.' Now, she's teaming up with humanitarian group Care to uplift women's voices.Bellamy Young shares with Sophia what inspired her to use her platform to highlight women leaders from around the globe in her new podcast "She Leads With CARE." She also reveals the obstacles to doing a podcast in multiple languages worldwide, the inspiring stories that left her in tears, what's possible when we care, her work in progress, and the new sci-fi novel she wrote!  Bellamy also opens up about her time on 'Scandal,' from what the atmosphere on set was like to her feelings about working with Shonda Rhimes, and whether she thinks the cast would really be up for a reboot! Her answer is scandalously good! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At just 25 years old, Aaron Parnas has already been on a wild journey. He began college at the age of 14, entered law school at 18, and wrote his first book in just two weeks while preparing for the bar exam! Today, he is a lawyer, activist, and TikTok news influencer with millions of followers! Aaron tells Sophia that he was never interested in becoming a journalist. However, when Russia invaded Ukraine, he felt frustrated with the media coverage, so he took matters into his own hands, and the rest is history. He also opens up about the arrest of his father, Lev Parnas, shares the truth about the Hunter Biden laptop investigation, reflects on his transition from being a Republican to becoming a Democrat, and the newest headlines he is keeping an eye on!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When comedian Whitney Cummings stops by the pod, she doesn’t hold back!Whitney takes Sophia on an emotional roller coaster, opening up about freezing her eggs, dating while navigating motherhood, dealing with postpartum depression, and why she was begging her parents to get a divorce! Plus, during their candid chat, one of them reveals they are a ‘Disney Adult’ and the other wants to be a Ren Faire Queen! There’s a lot to unpack, so strap in!Whitney Cummings is hitting the road with her “Big Baby Tour.” For tickets and info visit whitneycummings.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Content creator, actress, and now writer Dylan Mulvaney is reclaiming her narrative in her new book,"Paper Doll."Prepare yourself for an energetic, entertaining, and candid conversation between Dylan and Sophia, where no topic is off-limits! They share behind-the-scenes stories about the Elton John Oscar Party, discuss which 'Sex and The City' character they most identify with, and get real about issues like dealing with transphobia and allyship in 2025. Dylan also reveals why she felt now was the right time to open up about the parts of her transition she didn’t share on “Days of Girlhood”, the "beergate" controversy, and celebrating queer joy in her new book! "Paper Doll: Notes from a Late Bloomer" is available now! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter Aloe Blacc is back with his first album in five years — but it's not your typical album. This one merges the music with philanthropic causes.Aloe shares how his family's roots have helped shape the sounds of his 6th studio album, the vital role of community, his fascinating take on what the music industry was like in the 90s without social media, and what led to him using his music for positive social transformation!Aloe Blacc's new album, 'Stand Together' is available now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.