Drama Queens

What an episode! Everyone was blown away by the opening scene! But, why was this episode all about the boys and why does Joy think there were some missed opportunities? Sophia, Rob, and Joy dive into it all.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From a housewife in the 1960s to the first woman to serve as Speaker of the House, Nancy Pelosi is an inspiration. She is also one of the most influential women in American politics, whose desire to make a difference led her into public service and into our history books. For decades she has used her voice to champion human rights, full equality, affordable health care, and the environment. Speaker Emerita Pelosi joins Sophia to talk about her journey into politics, how motherhood played a key role in her career, being proud of her battle wounds — or as she calls them, "badges of honor” — and her hopes for future policy change. She also shares her advice for women who want to run for office. Together, Speaker Pelosi and Sophia rehash the DNC, and then Nancy reveals her work in progress, and the reason she wrote her new memoir, "The Art of Power: My Story as America's First Woman Speaker of the House" out now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's official, Rob admits to having "One Tree Hill" fever! Rob explains what made him cry, Joy acknowledges how safe he made her feel, and they ponder if James Lafferty preferred acting or directing this episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sophia and Joy are answering your questions as they let their imaginations go free and play around with a lot of "what if" scenarios. What if they could've interacted with the fans live? What if they could spend the day with their characters in real life? Plus, the Queens reflect on the show's iconic fashion statements.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fresh off her performance at the DNC, Maren Morris — singer-songwriter, activist, and mom — is in a new chapter of her life. She’s doing things her way, and is not afraid to use her voice to stand up for what's right.The Grammy-winning artist talks to Sophia about her emotional journey, from the highs of her recent DNC performance to the lows of coping with postpartum depression, being a different person now than she was five years ago, standing by everything she has said when she’s stood up for people in the past, and why she decided to come out as bisexual when she did. Plus, Maren opens up about using her art to navigate through the pain of divorce, finding the courage to hit the reset button on her life, and exploring personal change in her new EP, Intermission, which is available now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fresh off her performance at the DNC, Maren Morris — singer-songwriter, activist, and mom — is in a new chapter of her life. She’s doing things her way, and is not afraid to use her voice to stand up for what's right.The Grammy-winning artist talks to Sophia about her emotional journey, from the highs of her recent DNC performance to the lows of coping with postpartum depression, being a different person now than she was five years ago, standing by everything she has said when she’s stood up for people in the past, and why she decided to come out as bisexual when she did. Plus, Maren opens up about using her art to navigate through the pain of divorce, finding the courage to hit the reset button on her life, and exploring personal change in her new EP, Intermission, which is available now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jana Kramer is back for round two with Sophia and the ladies are diving headfirst into this episode. It even gets a little emotional as they get nostalgic about living together during filming and recall their wild times living above a bar. From their first days on set to why it took some time to connect as Brooke and Alex, Sophia and Jana open up about their relationship on and off screen for a nice stroll down memory lane.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TV viewers got to know him as Artie Abrams on the mega-hit series "Glee" and from his scene-stealing guest role on "The Office," but his dream to be on the small screen wasn't as an actor but as a weatherman! Kevin McHale joins Sophia to chat about his childhood dream and what fueled it, their thoughts on the current political climate, a gleeful recap of how he got the part of Artie, the inclusion of disability representation on network television, and the reason he finally decided to do a Glee rewatch podcast after much deliberation. Plus, Kevin confesses to a party faux pas that almost took out a famous singer at one of Sophia's bashes!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Did you know Jana Kramer almost didn't play Alex Dupre? Yup -- It's true! Join Sophia as she gets all the details from Jana's recent wedding, hears all about adorable baby number 3 and of course, chats all things OTH -- including Julian and how she eventually got him!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The presidential race is heating up, and who better to discuss all the latest developments than a former White House political strategist and co-host of MSNBC's "The Weekend." Symone Sanders-Townsend and Sophia discuss Joe Biden’s withdrawal from the 2024 election, Tim Walz being announced as the VP pick, and Donald Trump's recent comments questioning Kamala Harris' race. Plus, Symone talks about her incredible journey to the White House, from being the youngest presidential press secretary to becoming the first Black woman to serve as a spokesperson for a Vice President. She also reveals the advice she got from VP Harris when she decided to leave her office to pursue a new career.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sophia, Joy and Rob break down the latest episode and they aren't shy to mention a few inaccurate portrayals. They also discuss how they think Nathan successfully covered his tracks from Haley for so long. Then, Rob questions how Nathan continues to keep secrets from Haley and asks Joy the burning question of why she suddenly had red hair in this episode!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Millions of people grew up watching Katie Couric as co-host of NBC's Today Show and in her groundbreaking role as the first woman to solo anchor a network evening newscast. Now, she’s the one calling the shots as the founder of Katie Couric Media. The award-winning journalist, podcaster, and New York Times best-selling author joins Sophia for a wide-ranging chat, including the current state of media, the competitive nature of the news industry, the double standards female journalists face, Katie's current 'work in progress' and a sneak peek of the 9th season of her podcast, 'Next Question with Katie Couric.'See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daphne Zuniga is back to discuss the latest episode, the connection between Brooke and Julian vs Brooke and Victoria and an OTH gigantic casting win! Plus, Daphne reveals details on why Aaron Spelling almost fired her from Melrose Place!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An awkward hug, a flip flop decision about Clay, and love interest jealousies headline this episode! Find out the behind-the-scenes details of creative decisions that were made to compete with The OC and Gossip Girl. Plus, find out which two scenes left Sophia, Rob and Joy in hysterics!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if you starred in a timeless teen 90’s movie? What if you had your own reality show? What if you never became an actor? All those questions and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Academy Award-winning actress Natalie Portman has displayed her versatility on the big screen, tackling a wide range of roles in films like May December, Thor, Black Swan, and the Star Wars franchise. Now, she is taking her talents to the small screen! Natalie joins Sophia to discuss her role in the Apple TV+ miniseries "Lady in the Lake," including why now was the right time to make her TV debut, admitting one of her biggest fears, using 'dream work' as a preparation tool for the project, her role behind the scenes and the impetus for starting her own production company. Natalie and Sophia also chat about the importance of celebrating other people's accomplishments, their 'work in progress,' and the exciting projects on the horizon!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sophia, Robert and Joy put Clay under the microscope, discuss the evolution of Dan, and debate how long you should wait for someone who’s just not there for you. Plus, Robert reveals the show’s super power! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Younger" and "The Walking Dead: World Beyond" star Nico Tortorella grew up in a hockey family but was bit by the acting bug at the age of nine and never looked back. The actor, musician, and author joins Sophia for a candid chat about his struggles with fame and alcoholism, using creativity as an outlet, his new music, and his children's book inspired by fatherhood. Plus, he shares how his latest film, "The Mattachine Family," helped him cope with his family's own fertility struggles. Sophia and Nico find common ground together as they open up about their respective journeys of self-discovery and coming out, and how each of them believes in using their platforms to advocate for others.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sophia, Joy and Rob discuss the therapeutic rewards of rewatching the show… as well as a few painful reminders. Find out why Rob battled with portraying Clay, the trauma that encompassed the infamous beach scene, and why a specific moment between Nathan and Jamie helped them all to better understand the different layers of forgiveness.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Actor Amit Rahav has been making waves in Hollywood with high-profile projects, including a World War II drama close to his heart. The actor joins Sophia to chat about his journey to becoming an actor, the pressure he felt playing the first LGBTQ+ character to come out on a TV show in Israel, finding success in Netflix's critically praised miniseries, "Unorthodox," starring in Hulu's limited series, "We Were the Lucky Ones," and why the WWII drama is very personal to him and very relevant today. Plus, Amit reveals the type of project he would like to do next!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There’s a new Drama Queen in town as they join the podcast with a (literal) royal entrance. The conversation immediately turns to the arrival of their character and the new beginnings in Tree Hill. It’s a new chapter… and one you won’t want to miss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Drama Queens tease an exciting announcement to come…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Queens answer fan questions including one about a potential future One Tree Hill installment. Could it happen?! Plus, one listener brings up a mind-blowing discovery regarding a turning point in the show! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Power couple Tig Notaro and Stephanie Allynne are talented multi-hyphenates who can do it all! Comedy, acting, writing, producing, and now directing! The duo joins Sophia to chat about co-directing their first feature film, "Am I OK?" starring Dakota Johnson. The film follows the journey of a woman who doesn't realize until her 30s that she is gay, a story that Sophia and Stephanie admit they can relate to. Stephanie and Tig also discuss how the project came to them, what it was like working together and calling the shots, and the story of how they met and fell in love! It's a meet-cute involving a Canadian wool sweater -- that coincidentally Sophia also has in her wardrobe! "Am I OK" is streaming now on Max.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Queens continue reliving the Season 6 finale and everything that came with and from it. Find out what was frozen in time as one of the Queens reveals a very moving and surprising time capsule moment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comedian Alex Edelman is having a moment in the spotlight. Yet, he admits his 8-year-old self would never believe he works in an industry that requires talking in front of so many people. The writer, producer, and comic joins Sophia to talk about how he got his start in comedy and the journey from open mic nights to Broadway with his highly acclaimed show "Just For Us". He dives into the valuable lessons he learned while crafting the show and how he felt receiving a Special Tony Award for his work. The comedian also discusses his criteria for choosing jobs, his distinct pet peeve, and what he's looking for in his next relationship! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It may have been a season finale, but this episode had the feel of a series finale. There’s so much to unpack and emotions run high as the girls delve into Whitey and Dan, the long term real-life effect of Victoria’s apology and the weight of Hilarie and Chad’s last performances. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He lit up the small screen as Kurt Hummel in the mega-hit show "Glee," and now he's lighting up the literary world with his diverse young adult novels! Actor, singer, and best-selling author Chris Colfer joins Sophia to talk about the grueling and challenging process of being on Glee, what terrified him about playing Kurt, and his struggles with perfectionism. He shares how writing became his escape, and how it kept him sane throughout his time on Glee! Chris also reveals he would love to tackle Broadway someday, offers advice for those who want to break into the industry, and discusses the inspiration behind his new sci-fi book, "Roswell Johnson Saves the World!" available in bookstores now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From massive sexual energy between Nathan and Haley, to some real life issues, to a heartfelt goodbye…This episode did not miss the emotional target, both on set and on screen. Plus, Sophia reveals the truth behind “Hi friend!” See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Q&A time! Sophia is back, answering listener questions, including how she deals with stress, the women in her life who inspire her, the show she had the most fun on (you might be surprised), life lessons she learned from some of her jobs, and why she's happier than she's ever been! Plus, we learn Sophia's biggest pet peeve of all time, preferred self-care treatment, her favorite song on Cowboy Carter, who her one call from jail would be, and whether she's yay or nay on a One Tree Hill reunion!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cullen Moss is back!! He shares an intriguing and unknown insight into Junk’s backstory. Tons of tears were shed for this episode and a deep conversation unfolds regarding the lessons learned from OTH.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Queens discuss OTH crossovers with both Dawson’s Creek and Friday Night Lights. They get into the reality of Haley’s ‘23’ tattoo and could Lucas’ novel, “Unkindness of a Raven” actually become a reality?!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For over three decades, Grammy and Oscar-winning rockstar Melissa Etheridge has dazzled audiences across the globe. Now, she is lighting up the Broadway stage with her one-woman act. The rock icon joins Sophia to talk about her journey from a kid in the midwest with a guitar to a globe-trotting hitmaker, how her critically acclaimed stage show came about, the decision to open up about her son's passing in her memoir, and growing up in the '60s and '70s, and the consequences of coming out then versus now. Plus, Melissa is going on tour again this spring! How she feels about hitting the road again, and details about her upcoming special coming to Paramount+ soon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Junk is here! Cullen Moss joins Sophia and Hilarie as they reminisce on some sweet moments working together. Together they relive some real life Wilmington stories that could have easily been a plot for the show or its own movie! Plus, the Cullen factor: similarities between One Tree Hill and Outer Banks!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jesse Tyler Ferguson went from being a shy kid to being a successful actor on Broadway and the big and small screen . . . and now he's a successful podcast host too! Is there anything he can't do? The actor joins Sophia to chat about his journey to becoming an actor, which started at the tender age of eight, how he feels now looking back on his "Modern Family" days, fun stories from the set, and juggling home and work life with two little ones at home! Plus, the scoop on his podcast "Dinner's On Me," including upcoming guests and favorite restaurants you should check out!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From filming locations, to flashbacks, to kept secrets…things were all over the place for this episode. Hilarie explains how one door closing made space for beautiful things to come as well as an unforgettable night with Chad. Plus, Sophia found herself rooting for one of Brooke's rivals. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legendary actress Jane Fonda found her calling for activism in the 60s and never looked back. At age 86, she continues to pursue change with a contagious enthusiasm and necessary urgency. The Oscar winner joins Sophia for a conversation that explores her complicated childhood, her relationship with her father, and how she untangled herself from the pressures of Hollywood. A true work in progress, Jane also examines her resilience and where she hopes to improve in what she calls her final act. These days, Fonda is busier than ever fighting climate change and invites listeners to join the Jane Fonda Climate Pac by texting JANE to 40506. For more information on the important work she’s doing, visit JanePac.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Drama Queens admit that in watching the show back, they've become fans of certain characters and storylines some of which peak in this episode! , find out which OTH couples they are stans ofSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ben McKenzie not only survived the 00s but also the glare of the spotlight. The actor shot to fame as a troubled teenager in the mega-hit series The O.C., which debuted the same year as another teen drama, One Tree Hill. Ben and Sophia share stories about what it was like being young and dealing with fame on their respective hit shows. Ben also opens up about being terrified of being put in the 'teen actor' box, being confused with his character, and meeting his wife, Morena Baccarin, on The O.C. set but not remembering! Plus, Ben dishes about showing his 7-year-old daughter The O.C. and her reaction to the show, his childhood dream of being a football player and how he ended up acting instead, and what inspired him to write the book, "Easy Money: Cryptocurrency, Casino Capitalism, and the Golden Age of Fraud."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paul Johansson directed this episode, so it’s fitting that he returns to dissect it. The Queens talk about his process and how it affected the show. They share what made this episode special in their eyes and Paul explains what made him run into the bathroom and cry! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alisyn Camerota went from a punk rock teen to a respected journalist anchoring for CNN, and now she is an author sharing her story of survival and success in her new memoir, "Combat Love." Alisyn opens up to Sophia about chasing her dreams of being a journalist, her experience working at Fox News under Roger Ailes, including sexual harassment, not buying into their mission statement, and transitioning from Fox to rival network CNN. Alisyn also talks about her decision to write a memoir, how writing helped heal her relationship with her mother, and the power of music in her life! Alisyn Camerota's new book, "Combat Love: A Story of Leaving, Longing, and Searching for Home," is available now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The girls get into a very charming villain, an especially gnarly time period, a world class jab and Sophia opens up about a difficult battle she hasn't gotten over losing. Plus, find out why this episode in particular results in the girls getting made fun of the most!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The girls discuss a OTH sequel series featuring original stars(!), They reminisce about great food, cheap drinks and good times and they reveal their favorite teenage dramas growing up! It’s hard hitting fan questions with down and dirty, thrilling answers!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

She lit up our screens in the iconic HBO series, The Sopranos and now she is inspiring people by opening up about her health journey. Jamie-Lynn Sigler joins Sophia for an emotional chat about getting the role of a lifetime at 16 years of age, dealing with health problems at the height of her career, why she kept her diagnosis a secret, and the many women who helped her on her journey. Plus, the actress tells all about her new podcast with Christina Applegate and the special bond they share.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hilarie reveals the support she got as Peyton dealt with a difficult journey on the show and takes the opportunity to open up about a similar real life experience. The girls discuss impulsiveness, being duped and the most appropriately placed inappropriate joke. If anything could make you find a silver lining in trauma, it’s this episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ABC News Correspondent Linsey Davis wanted to be a lawyer but found herself on a different path. Now, she's an award-winning journalist who anchors ABC News Live Prime and "World News Tonight" on the weekend. Linsey joins Sophia to talk about the moment she decided to pursue journalism and why, mentors who helped her along her journey, covering politics, and what it's like interviewing some of the biggest newsmakers in the world, including her thoughts on Hillary Clinton when the camera's stopped rolling. Plus, besides being an accomplished journalist, Linsey is also a best-selling author! She discusses the inspiration behind her sixth children's book, "Girls of the World: Doing More Than Ever Before." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode was Joy’s directorial debut! As you can imagine it involved a whirlwind of emotions as well as a fine line of learning on the fly, while not rocking the boat…too much. There was quite a lot of real-life imagery happening too, with a lot to be proud of, but also some relatable meltdowns. Find out why the girls call this the best episode of the season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Broadway star and Academy Award-winning actress Ariana DeBose is taking on a new challenge...advocating for voting rights! Ariana joins Sophia to talk about her journey with identity as a queer Afro-Latina, how she got into showbiz, and what it was like working in Broadway shows for years, including "Hamilton," before hitting the big screen in the movie that 'changed her life,' Steven Spielberg's "West Side Story." She also reveals what she told the famed director before joining the cast, the types of projects she is working on now, and having the courage to pursue magic! Plus, Ariana talks about her important new role as ACLU Artist Ambassador for Voting Rights and what's at stake this election year! For more info, follow @aclu_nationwide on Instagram and vote.org. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Find out who (or what) the girls believe won the episode, why Kate slams Mia and what made Sophia very emotional. Plus, the truth on both Mia and Chase and what really happened when James Van Der Beek came to set!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Social media star, actress, and trans advocate Dylan Mulvaney gained a huge following after she started chronicling her gender transition on TikTok two years ago . . . but with fame came hate and transphobia. Dylan joins Sophia to talk about rising above the fray and thriving, dealing with transphobia, why she looks back on some of her original videos and cringes, debunking the ridiculous notion that she transitioned to become famous, Lady Gaga showing up for her, and her new music! Plus, Sophia talks about her year of Yes! In 2012, she and her best friend decided to say yes to everything that felt scary . . . Sophia reveals how that worked out for her! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.