Drama Queens

The repercussions of overturning Roe v. Wade have been devastating for many women. One of them is Amanda Zurawski, who nearly died after being refused life-saving healthcare. Amanda shares her harrowing story with Sophia - one that should never have happened. Amanda was looking forward to being a new mom when the unthinkable happened: she suffered complications during her pregnancy. Doctors informed her that the baby wouldn't survive, but due to Texas' abortion ban, they were unable to terminate the pregnancy. Amanda went into septic shock twice before getting the care she desperately needed. Now, she's fighting for reproductive rights so that other women will never have to endure the same trauma she did.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's a lot at stake in this election, including women's access to healthcare. Sophia, a long-standing advocate for reproductive healthcare, shares her conversations about reproductive rights with Vice President Kamala Harris from 2022 at Bryn Mawr College and 2024's "Fight for Reproductive Freedoms" tour. The discussions center on the fight for the freedom of every American to make decisions about their own bodies, how we got here, and who these attacks affect the most.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You can't love every episode of television you've ever worked on, and this one falls into that category. The Drama Queens confront the controversial cliffhanger involving Alex, and why it should have been handled differently. Rob and Joy criticize the rushed romance between Quinn and Clay and Sophia expresses her frustration over Brooke’s endurance of Julian’s betrayals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy OTH day family! In honor of celebrating 21 years of One Tree Hill the Drama Queens take a trip down memory lane and relive some of their favorite moments from the last three years of Drama Queens!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Uzo Aduba is a force on the big screen, small screen — and the stage! Now, she is crossing off one more accomplishment from her list: author. The Emmy award-winning actress opens up to Sophia about her new memoir, "The Road Is Good: How a Mother's Strength Became a Daughter's Purpose.” Uzo shares her coming-of-age story growing up Nigerian-American in a predominately white suburb, her journey to becoming an actor, and the profound life lessons she learned from her mother that helped shape who she is today as an actress, advocate, and a mother herself. Plus, both women reflect on the emotional impact of attending the DNC (lots of tears were shed). Uzo also talks about another impactful moment in her life, being on the verge of quitting acting, when she landed the role of Suzanne 'Crazy Eyes' on "Orange is the New Black." She reveals how she prepared for the role, how it changed her life, and the one actress who knew it would be a hit from the start!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this bonus Q&A episode Joy and Robert are breaking down the definition of a location ship, their favorite comfort show and why Joy skips out on the series finale episode of her favorite TV shows. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joy and Rob welcome Paul Johansson who meticulously dissected what it was like directing this episode. Rob opens up about shifting gears to view OTH from a viewer's perspective, how the show helped guide him to therapy and Paul shares an interesting story involving an ex-girlfriend and some fans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sophia and Rob are answering your burning questions!! Are the OTH reboot rumors real?! What would their character superhero names and signature moves be? And, ever wonder why the show was called One Tree Hill??See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rising country music artist Morgan Wade may seem like an overnight success, but it took a lot of hustle and hard work to get to where she is now. The singer-songwriter chats with Sophia about being young and hungry to make it, and putting everything she had into kick-starting her career from booking her own shows, creating her own merch, and even building her own website! She reveals why her collaboration with Kesha felt like a full circle moment, and what it’s been like to tour with legends Alanis Morissette and Joan Jett. Plus, she shares that despite her busy schedule, she's already written her next record! Morgan gets candid about the gauntlet of media exposure — from good to bad — and how she felt reading some of the more sensational headlines about herself. She also courageously shares about her personal road to sobriety, and opens up about her double mastectomy. Conversation topics that she hopes help others too. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s Sophia's directorial debut! She shares all the behind the scenes details that went into transitioning from actress to director. Then, we dive into the dark path Millie is heading down, the emotional journey of Brooke’s fertility struggles and the impact of its storyline.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Karine Jean-Pierre grew up the proud daughter of immigrants who came to this country for a better life. And she achieved the ultimate American Dream, making history as both the first Black woman and the first openly gay person to serve as the White House Press Secretary. During an in-person sit down at the White House, Sophia catches up with Karine, who reveals what really happens outside of the Briefing Room, the secret to her success, how her tough childhood shaped her, the historical significance of the room they're chatting in, and why representation matters to all of us. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.