Choice Words with Samantha Bee

When Greta Gerwig is directing a film, each choice feels like the next move in a dance. When she falls out of step, she just has to find the dance again. Sam asks her about the art of directing, why attending Barnard College changed her life, and if she played with Barbies growing up. Keep up with Samantha Bee @realsambee on Instagram and Twitter. And stay up to date with us @LemonadaMedia on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When comedian Michelle Buteau saw elementary school kids practice an active shooter drill, she questioned whether or not America was the right place to raise her newly born twins. Tack on Trump’s presidency and some not-so-choice Supreme Court justices, and her husband’s home country of the Netherlands started to look even more attractive. Sam asks Michelle whether her family’s summer in Amsterdam may turn into a permanent move, the perks of being an expat in Europe, and how her book, “Survival of the Thickest,” turned into a Netflix series. Follow Michelle Buteau @michellebuteau on Instagram and @MichelleButeau on Twitter. Check out her new Netflix series, “Survival of the Thickest.” Keep up with Samantha Bee @realsambee on Instagram and Twitter. And stay up to date with us @LemonadaMedia on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When Judy Blume was 22 years old, she decided to defy her husband’s orders and vote for John F. Kennedy rather than Richard Nixon. That tiny act of rebellion in the ballot box became a defining moment in her life. Sam asks Judy how that set her off to become one of the top banned authors in the country, what her ideal sex ed curriculum looks like, and whether she’ll ever write a book about Margaret in menopause. Follow Judy Blume @judyblume on Twitter and @judyblume4real on Instagram. Keep up with Samantha Bee @realsambee on Instagram and Twitter. And stay up to date with us @LemonadaMedia on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Check out Alexis Jones' book, "Joy Hunter," where she details her journey with her husband and her best friend in an RV, as she both heals and disrupts her life. If you’re at a crossroads with choices in your life, then this is a book for you. Learn more at http://apple.co/lemonadabooks Choice Words is sponsored by Hairstory. Have your best hair day ever and try New Wash today. Go to www.hairstory.com and use code SAMBEE for 20% off your order. For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When actor Betty Gilpin was simultaneously filming “Masters of Sex” and doing wrestling training to prepare for “Glow” (oh, and planning her wedding), she went into full upper body muscle spasms. Her nervous system was having a panic attack. Sam asks Betty how that moment taught her to slow down and changed the way she approached her life and career. They also discuss horse feuds, fake authenticity, and why we need to stop calling women badass. Keep up with Samantha Bee @realsambee on Instagram and Twitter. And stay up to date with us @LemonadaMedia on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Apple Books has teamed up with Lemonada Media for an audiobook club. The June pick is "Honey, Baby, Mine: A Mother and Daughter Talk Life, Death, Love (and Banana Pudding)" by actress and activist Laura Dern, and her mother, legendary actress Diane Ladd. For more details, visit http://apple.co/lemonadabooks Choice Words is sponsored by Hairstory. Have your best hair day ever and try New Wash today. Go to www.hairstory.com and use code SAMBEE for 20% off your order. For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When two-time Emmy-winning actor Uzo Aduba was in high school, she thought she was going to be a lawyer. Then her creative writing teacher asked her if she’d ever considered going to art school, which introduced a choice to Uzo that she didn’t even know existed. Sam asks Uzo how she chooses her projects, including her upcoming Netflix series "Painkiller," and about the day she decided to quit acting, which then turned into the day she booked "Orange Is the New Black." Follow Uzo Aduba online @UzoAduba on Twitter and Instagram. Keep up with Samantha Bee @realsambee on Instagram and Twitter. And stay up to date with us @LemonadaMedia on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Choice Words is sponsored by Hairstory. Have your best hair day ever and try New Wash today. Go to www.hairstory.com and use code SAMBEE for 20% off your order. Apple Books has teamed up with Lemonada Media for an audiobook club. The June pick is "Honey, Baby, Mine: A Mother and Daughter Talk Life, Death, Love (and Banana Pudding)" by actress and activist Laura Dern, and her mother, legendary actress Diane Ladd. For more details, visit http://apple.co/lemonadabooks For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When Laura Dern found out that her mother, Diane Ladd, had scarring on her lungs, the doctor told her to be gentle with her mom because she’d be dead in 6 months. Laura chose to challenge that diagnosis by taking her mother on regular walks to expand her lung capacity. Not only did it work, but it turned into a new book co-written by the two award-winning actresses. Sam asks the mother-daughter duo how those walks saved Diane’s life and what family stories and secrets were uncovered during those strolls. Follow Laura Dern @LauraDern on Twitter and Instagram. Follow Diane Ladd @Diane_Ladd on Twitter and @rosedianeladd on Instagram. Keep up with Samantha Bee @realsambee on Instagram and Twitter. And stay up to date with us @LemonadaMedia on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Choice Words is sponsored by Hairstory. Have your best hair day ever and try New Wash today. Go to www.hairstory.com and use code SAMBEE for 20% off your order. Apple Books has teamed up with Lemonada Media for an audiobook club. The June pick is "Honey, Baby, Mine: A Mother and Daughter Talk Life, Death, Love (and Banana Pudding)" by actress and activist Laura Dern, and her mother, legendary actress Diane Ladd. For more details, visit http://apple.co/lemonadabooks For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When Katie Couric was leaving CBS News as the first solo female anchor of a nightly news broadcast on a major network, she read a handwritten note from a former colleague that informed her next choice. Sam asks Katie about that moment and other big ones, like interviewing Sarah Palin at a pivotal moment in the 2008 presidential election and building her own media company. Katie talks about why she waited to have kids, whether her moniker of “America’s Sweetheart” holds true, and which stories she finds most intriguing (and terrifying) today. Follow Katie Couric @katiecouric on TikTok, Instagram, and Twitter. Keep up with Samantha Bee @realsambee on Instagram and Twitter. And stay up to date with us @LemonadaMedia on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Choice Words is sponsored by Hairstory. Have your best hair day ever and try New Wash today. Go to www.hairstory.com and use code SAMBEE for 20% off your order. Apple Books has teamed up with Lemonada Media for an audiobook club. The June pick is "Honey, Baby, Mine: A Mother and Daughter Talk Life, Death, Love (and Banana Pudding)" by actress and activist Laura Dern, and her mother, legendary actress Diane Ladd. For more details, visit http://apple.co/lemonadabooks For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When Judd Apatow was in sixth grade, he knew he wasn’t like the other kids. While everyone else played sports, he would come directly home from school to watch shows like M*A*S*H, The Odd Couple, and Monty Python. Sam asks Judd about his choice to write jokes for comics twice his age, where his unearned confidence came from, and how to stay humble in Hollywood. Plus, they swap crime stories, from changing the price tags on racquetball racquets to… stealing cars? Check out his new book, “Sicker in the Head: More Conversations About Life and Comedy.” Follow Judd Apatow @JuddApatow on Twitter and Instagram. Keep up with Samantha Bee @realsambee on Instagram and Twitter. And stay up to date with us @LemonadaMedia on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Choice Words is sponsored by Hairstory. Have your best hair day ever and try New Wash today. Go to www.hairstory.com and use code SAMBEE for 20% off your order. Apple Books has teamed up with Lemonada Media for an audiobook club. The June pick is "Honey, Baby, Mine: A Mother and Daughter Talk Life, Death, Love (and Banana Pudding)" by actress and activist Laura Dern, and her mother, legendary actress Diane Ladd. For more details, visit http://apple.co/lemonadabooks For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When Rosie O’Donnell chose to step away from her talk show after six successful seasons, her actor friends thought she was out of her mind. Sam asks Rosie what went into that professional choice as well as a personal one: celebrating her 50th by adopting a baby. Rosie relives moments like drunk-dialing Oprah, fighting with Eileen Fisher, and uttering a sentence that’s never been said in Hollywood. Follow Rosie O’Donnell @Rosie on TikTok, Instagram, and Twitter. Keep up with Samantha Bee @realsambee on Instagram and Twitter. And stay up to date with us @LemonadaMedia on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Choice Words is sponsored by Hairstory. Have your best hair day ever and try New Wash today. Go to www.hairstory.com and use code SAMBEE for 20% off your order. Apple Books has teamed up with Lemonada Media for an audiobook club. The June pick is "Honey, Baby, Mine: A Mother and Daughter Talk Life, Death, Love (and Banana Pudding)" by actress and activist Laura Dern, and her mother, legendary actress Diane Ladd. For more details, visit http://apple.co/lemonadabooks For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha Bee is pro-choice. Yes, that one, but also others! Each week, Sam will sit down with people she admires to explore the biggest choices they’ve made in their lives and the ripple effects those decisions have had – the good, the bad, and everything in between. What wisdom can we glean from the choices made by some of the most successful people in film, comedy, music, sports, and politics? Find out on Choice Words, coming June 1.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha Bee is coming back! Starting this June, Sam will talk to celebrities, politicians, journalists, chefs, artists, and athletes about the big choices they’ve had to make in life to get them to where they are today. Because she's not just pro-choice; she's pro-choices.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the Season Two finale, Samantha Bee sits down with actor Pamela Adlon to talk about ending her show Better Things, why Mother's Day is the worst day of the year, 80s afterschool specials and making enough lasagna to feed the fire department.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha Bee sits down with author, lawyer, and commentator Elie Mystal to talk about his new book "Allow Me to Retort," going to law school with Tom Cotton, the need to get rid of the Electoral College, what rights SCOTUS might take away next, and Neil Gorsuch's ouija board.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha Bee sits down with actor, comedian, and author Michael Ian Black to discuss putting a strip mall on the moon, strategies for dealing with online trolls, and the infamous pee tape. Plus they make a passionate plea for free Tostitos Hint of Lime.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha Bee sits down with one of the stars of The Righteous Gemstones, Edi Patterson! They talk about sexy church outfits, their favorite TV shows growing up, and if doing improv is scarier than horror movies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha Bee sits down with WNBA star and style icon Sue Bird to talk about becoming an activist, why we'd all be better off if the WNBA was in charge of the country, what gives athletes a "cool factor" and if she and Megan Rapinoe will ever get into politics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha Bee sits down with actor Ed Helms to discuss their formative years on The Daily Show, his new show True Story, the importance of diverse writing rooms, and why it's important to laugh at yourself.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha Bee sits down with comedian Chelsea Handler to talk about the questions they hate being asked, why she loves giving advice, starting therapy, becoming more political, and getting your period while wearing white pants.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's no new episode of Full Release today so in honor of International Women's Day check out another podcast we love with some very funny ladies, The Deep Dive with Jessica St. Clair and June Diane Raphael available wherever you're listening to this.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha Bee sits down with THE Jeff Goldblum to talk about returning to Jurassic Park, becoming a Prada model, moonlighting as a kids' piano teacher, making ice cream and the beauty of tiny things.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha Bee sits down with Stacey Abrams and Lara Hodgson to discuss their new book Level Up, sleeping in six minute increments, why we need more female entrepreneurs, and why their official policy is "don't work with jerks."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a special President's Day bonus episode of Full Release, hear which former president Sam would most like to interview, what she'd do if one of her kids wanted to run for president, and which state she thinks should replace Iowa as the first to vote in 2024.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha Bee sits down with the very funny Bridget Everett to talk about learning to accept compliments, writing for other characters, and getting advice from Patti LuPone. Don't listen if you haven't done the 2/2/22 Wordle yet!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha Bee sits down with legendary comedic actress and fellow Canadian Andrea Martin to discuss the variety shows they grew up with, TikTok comedians, and working with everyone from John Candy to Jacques Lecoq. This episode was initially recorded for the Toronto Hot Docs Podcast Festival.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha Bee sits down with "Queer Eye" star and host of "Getting Curious" Jonathan Van Ness to discuss how The Golden Girls shaped their lives, the upcoming Olympics, and where they do their best thinking.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha Bee sits down with actor, producer, and fellow podcaster Sean Hayes to discuss the movies they've never seen, bringing back celebrity poker tournaments, live theater, and plantar fasciitis and other medical issues she wants him to cover on his podcast HypocondriActor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha Bee sits down with the hilarious Ana Gasteyer to discuss apartment rats, collaborating with friends, sharing a gynecologist, and the possibility of returning to Broadway.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a special bonus episode of Full Release, Sam make some big predictions for 2022--will this be the year she takes up Olympic curling? Maybe!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha Bee reminds you that it's time to take down your tree and also that she'll be back with new episodes on January 18th.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a special bonus NYE episode of Full Release, Sam says what she would put in a 2021 time capsule, what the midterms mean for the year ahead, and if she does New Year's resolutions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha Bee sits down with legendary writer and satirist David Sedaris to discuss his new book A Carnival of Snackery, picking up trash wherever he goes, Cat Scratch Fever, and why he never reads anything written about himself. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a special bonus episode of Full Release, Sam spreads the holiday cheer and shares her favorite Christmas movies, when it's time to take down the tree, and why panettone has got to go.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha Bee sits down with Phillip Picardi, former Chief Content Officer of Teen Vogue and current host of "Unholier Than Thou" on Crooked Media to talk about understanding teens, Hot Jesus, and how voting is the least we can do--not the most. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha Bee sits down with actor, comedian, and drummer extraordinaire, Fred Armisen to discuss returning to live comedy shows, performing for an audience, why every house should have a drum set, the first concerts they ever went to and what it's like to meet your idols.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a special bonus episode of Full Release, Sam throws her producer Adam a baby shower and answers all his newborn-related questions like how to stop photos of your baby from ending up on Baby Wiki-Feet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha Bee sits down with legendary comedian and podcaster Marc Maron and talks about driving in NYC, interacting with Instagram-live fans, the process of honing jokes, and why cats are impossible to work with.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a special bonus episode of Full Release, Sam goes into extreme detail on why in another life she would be a house cat, her thoughts on hosting a daytime show, and who she still would really love to interview.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha Bee sits down with chef and humanitarian José Andrés to talk about food insecurity, his new one billion dollar climate disaster fund, and if his work with World Central Kitchen basically makes him a small functioning government.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha Bee sits down with Kal Penn to discuss the importance of letter-writing even though it's not as fun as tweeting, what his parents now think about his career, why Election Day is a Tuesday, and if we'll ever see an Ambassador Kal Penn (he hopes so!).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a special bonus episode of Full Release, Sam admits to knowing nothing about Marvel movies but everything about ice cream sandwiches, talks about her favorite childhood Halloween costumes, and her thoughts on haunted houses. Spooky! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha Bee sits down with Congresswoman Cori Bush to discuss experiencing an insurrection three days into a new job, why Democrats so often need to be the adults in the room, and how thrifting is good for your look and the environment!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha Bee sits down with journalist, White House Correspondent for PBS NewsHour, and host of Washington Week Yamiche Alcindor to talk about waking up to Trump tweets, meeting the legendary Gwen Ifill at the hair salon, the importance of open dialogue, and why her mom forced her to watch TV.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a special bonus episode of Full Release, Sam discusses starting a book club, why one day we'll miss Fox News, and why school boards need to start offering free t-shirts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha Bee sits down with Congressman Adam Schiff to discuss his new book, Midnight in Washington, if he thinks President Trump will ever run again, the California recall system, and his potential screenwriting career.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha Bee sits down with Olympian Adam Rippon to discuss how to choose the music for your figure skating routine, begging people not to vote for Bob Dole, and the pivot from being an athlete to being an entertainer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a special bonus episode of Full Release, Sam regales with stories about her Daily Show audition, traveling for Full Frontal segments, and talking to her kids about anti-vaxxers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha Bee sits down with actor, producer, author, and the internet's favorite bartender Stanley Tucci to discuss his new memoir, Taste, canning tomatoes, their favorite now-closed NYC restaurants, and why CNN's Stanley Tucci: Searching For Italy was the ultimate passion project.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha Bee sits down with activist, author, and founder of the Me Too movement, Tarana Burke to discuss her new memoir, Unbound, what it's like to realize Oprah knows your name, and if the world would have been a better place if we had just stuck with MySpace. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a special bonus episode of Full Release, Sam answers your best questions about math homework, almost getting sued for a field piece, and the best and worst parts of the Biden administration so far. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Samantha Bee sits down with legendary filmmaker Ken Burns to discuss his new project, Muhammad Ali, how to edit years worth of footage, the impact of streaming services, and working with your kids. Plus he dares to say there are too many podcasts--the horror!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.