There is so much to unpack with the iconic Sharon Lawrence, so she is back for a part two episode! Sharon and the queens discusses the dynamic between Victoria and Sylvia, Lisa's incredible talent at playing many roles within the friend group and the moment in the episode when the queens thought the writers made a big mistake! And, our favorite MIL reflects on her groundbreaking role in NYPD Blue, the fallout from her (unforgettable) nude scene on primetime television, and what i...
Mar 10, 2025•46 min
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 T...
Mar 06, 2025•56 min
In this Thanksgiving episode directed by Joy, special guest Sharon Lawrence joins to recap the drama-filled holiday. Sharon shares some little-known facts about playing mom to all three of our Drama Queens in her career and why she thinks Sylvia is the hero in this episode. The Queens reveal their favorite turkey day moments and Joy takes responsibility for an on-screen blooper. Plus, what do you call Jello Salad? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Mar 03, 2025•41 min
It’s the best time of the year, AKA, Girl Scout cookie season, so Rob and Joy are giving their picks on the #1 flavor as Rob admits to a not-so-honorable act he committed involving a box of his favorites. They also discuss fabulous vacations, ridiculous fashion trends and binge worthy TV they’re watching. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 28, 2025•24 min
This week, Sophia is joined by a fellow CW alum — multi-talented actress, producer, host, entrepreneur, and lovely human being JoAnna Garcia Swisher. TV fans have seen JoAnna shine on the small screen in hit shows like the CW's Reba and the Netflix hit Sweet Magnolias, but she tells Sophia that she actually considered walking away from acting at one point. She reveals what drew her back to her craft. JoAnna also opens up about the grief of losing her parents, gets emotional talking about h...
Feb 27, 2025•1 hr 2 min
Rob poses a moral dilemma, involving whether or not you’d keep a secret from your partner if their parents asked you to. The Queens delve into Brooke and Sylvia's evolving relationship. And, Joy shares why she had anxiety about filming Lydia's birth scene. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 24, 2025•59 min
Since she was a little kid she's given off big baller energy, by the age of ten she was in business running a successful spiked lemonade stand (true story!), and not much has changed since. Chelsea Handler is still hustling, hilarious, and unapologetically herself! Fresh off her success hosting the Critics Choice Awards, the comedian and best-selling author joins Sophia to talk about prepping for a milestone birthday — turning the big 5-0 — and her gift to us: a brand new book...
Feb 20, 2025•1 hr
Rob is joined by some of the founding fathers from One Tree Hill, Lee Norris & Antwon Tanner and the trio digs into juicy drama, from Chase’s ill-advised kiss, to the hilarious Mannequin puns, and their take on Julian’s lonely poker night! Plus, Rob finally gets Lee and Antwon's thoughts on the Ms. Lauren love triangle with their characters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Feb 17, 2025•1 hr 1 min
Sophia, Joy and Rob have an intriguing and hilarious Q&A where they guess what each of them would get arrested for, what traits they inherited from their parents, and what fan interactions have made them have to set boundaries. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 14, 2025•32 min
Let's take a moment to applaud Malika Andrews for breaking a glass ceiling in the sports industry! She's the first woman to ever host the NBA Draft, and also one of the youngest sideline reporters for an NBA conference finals telecast, plus the youngest to host the NBA Finals Trophy ceremony . . . and she's only just begun! The Emmy-winning journalist joins Sophia for a frank chat about her meteoric rise in a male-dominated field. She candidly discusses the impact of being the only Black girl in...
Feb 13, 2025•54 min
Directed by our very own Sophia Bush, she shares behind-the-scenes details of what went into the the iconic Halloween zombie sequence — from costumes to the logistics of filming while directing — with Rob recalling the challenge of speaking through extensive prosthetics. The special effected essentially left him without a mouth, and took hours to apply, so it was quite the challenge! Plus, Sharon Lawrence makes her debut as Julian’s mother, and the cast reflects on their most e...
Feb 10, 2025•1 hr 10 min
If it feels like news headlines are getting more and more terrifying with each passing day, you aren’t alone. To try to get some help making sense of it all, Sophia is reaching across the proverbial aisle to conservative TV commentator, author, and nationally syndicated columnist S.E. Cupp. Cupp was raised in a conservative home and then rose the ranks in conservative media, and she’s courageous enough to state that her values don't align with the current administration. When she fir...
Feb 06, 2025•1 hr 18 min
Wounds are... well, gross! Joy and Rob talk about Quinn's very realistic gunshot wound, and Joy shares a story about an injury that involved superglue. Rob is shocked by the darker side of Victoria this season, and Joy remembers feeling emotional while filming a particular scene with Sophia, as she felt disconnected from the cast. Plus, Rob and Joy reveal which OTH character they would bring back for another season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Feb 03, 2025•1 hr 2 min
From roaming the halls of high school in the cult classic "Pretty Little Liars" to patrolling the streets of Long Beach in Prime Video's new series "On Call," Troian Bellisario is crushing it! The actor, writer, and director trades stories with Sophia about growing up and working in L.A., seeing the city come together in the wake of the devastating wildfires, their similar experiences of starring in hit shows at a young age, and cute stories of "nerdy" Troian meeting her hubby Patrick J. Adams i...
Jan 30, 2025•59 min
The Drama Queens applaud Jana's playfulness in this episode and the chemistry between Chase and Alex on the golf course. Haley’s time at the crisis center stirs a wave of nostalgia in Sophia. Rob jokes about the show’s magical ability to keep characters looking perfect, no matter the chaos. Prison included. Plus, Joy points out a huge blooper that Sophia and Rob totally missed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jan 27, 2025•58 min
The Taylor Swift, OTH crossover has officially entered the chat. Sophia and Joy discuss what it was like finding out the popstar’s fandom of the show while also discussing their hilarious first jobs and filming scenes that still make them giggle. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 24, 2025•19 min
Lena Waithe spent her childhood watching classic '90s sitcoms, dreaming of one day becoming a writer — and she made it happen! The Hollywood powerhouse made history as the first Black woman to win an Emmy for comedy writing for "Master of None" and is the creator of several shows, including "The Chi." The Emmy-winning writer, actor, producer, and podcast host shares with Sophia the invaluable advice she got in college that set her on the path to success, the writers that influenced her, wh...
Jan 23, 2025•1 hr 3 min
The Drama Queens dive deep into the peculiarities of a recent scene involving the ghost of Will, and discuss the hilarious (and awkward) hook-up between Mouth and Millie. They also weigh in on Victoria’s prison storyline, drawing comparisons to a certain celebrity’s time behind bars. Plus, Rob and Joy share mortifying stories about accidentally texting the wrong people. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jan 20, 2025•58 min
Actress Lili Reinhart lit up the small screen as Betty Cooper on the CW hit series Riverdale, but her off-screen work is just as bright. In addition to her acting career, she's a producer, author, advocate, and entrepreneur. The busy multi-hyphenate joins Sophia to chat about launching her own production company, the pros and cons of social media, dealing with anxiety and depression, and how her struggles with acne led to her new skincare brand, Personal Day. See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...
Jan 16, 2025•1 hr 3 min
Joy and Rob dive into the aftermath of Haley finding that Clay and Quinn have been shot. Joy discusses how her real life pregnancy affected her character’s storyline and how one crew member stole the show with his special cameo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 13, 2025•49 min
Joy and Rob remember on set injuries and emotional scenes while sharing stories of their real life prom experiences. They also discuss which OTH villain they would love to portray and which foods they find disgusting. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 10, 2025•20 min
In the Season 8 premiere episode Joy comes clean about falling for the misdirect of this episode and Rob reminisces on filming a romantic scene in unpredictable conditions. The Queens dissect the Alex, Mia, and Chase triangle and why Victoria would jeopardize her daughter's empire. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 06, 2025•59 min
Our hosts are talking about all things holidays, including how they're celebrating and their favorite treats and traditions. They also share their special wish for all of you listeners going into the new year! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 30, 2024•16 min
It's the most wonderful time of the year, and Sophia feels grateful and ready to tackle the new year and a new Q&A! Yes, Sophia is answering fan questions, including revealing what's on her vision board for next year, her lifelong dream and how she is going to make it a reality in 2025, her Spotify Wrapped playlist, One Tree Hill holiday traditions, how she is practicing hope, and her top Christmas movies, including one film that some might not consider a holiday classic! See omnystudio.com/...
Dec 25, 2024•26 min
It's the Season 7 finale and the Queens are reminiscing on their trip to the snow! Joy recaps working face to face with an owl, Sophia recalls filming Julian's proposal to Brooke and why the location added so much to it, and everyone wonders whatever did happen to Skills coat? Plus, all the Drama Queens share a look into their personal lives at the time, and what was really going on with each of them behind the scenes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Dec 23, 2024•1 hr 4 min
The Drama Queens are spilling the tea this episode by revealing their worst dates, what cocktail reminds them of their OTH days and which special scripts they have kept throughout the years. Plus, Rob confesses why he's holding a grudge against Sophia! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 20, 2024•41 min
The Holidays are here, a time of joyous celebrations, delicious foods, and gift-giving. However, for millions of Americans, it's a time of stress and worry about where their next meal will come from. Food insecurity is not just a holiday issue but a year-round crisis, and Feeding America is tirelessly working to end hunger one meal at a time. Claire Babineaux-Fontenot, CEO of Feeding America, and award-winning actress and advocate Karen Pittman join Sophia for an emotional and revealing chat abo...
Dec 19, 2024•1 hr 15 min
Rob & Joy welcome back Amanda Schull who shares an interesting perspective about the difficulties of walking onto a set as a guest star. They also discuss many dramatic scenes from the episode including Alex’s feelings regarding the sex tape, Victoria and Haley’s intimate conversation and Katie being taken away by the police. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 16, 2024•1 hr 5 min
TV fans got to see Megan Park shine in front of the cameras in the popular series The Secret Life of the American Teenager, but her work behind the camera is bringing her critical acclaim. First, with her film “The Fallout,” and now her latest “My Old Ass,” Park has taken Hollywood by storm. The writer-director joins Sophia to talk about “My Old Ass,” her coming-of-age comedy that has film critics buzzing! She also shares her experience watching movie-goers re...
Dec 12, 2024•58 min
Amanda Schull joins the Drama Queens and talks about playing Sara Evans and remembers her reaction when they asked her back to play a completely different character! She opens up about how she got cast in 'Center Stage' and recalls the storm sequence with Shantel that was so miserable, she cried filming one of the scenes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 09, 2024•36 min
