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Oprah's Super Soul

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Awaken, discover and connect to the deeper meaning of the world around you with Oprah's Super Soul. Hear Oprah’s personal selection of her interviews with thought-leaders, best-selling authors, spiritual luminaries, as well as health and wellness experts. All designed to light you up, guide you through life’s big questions and help bring you one step closer to your best self.

Episodes

Super Soul Special: Deepak Chopra Session: Belief Creates Reality

Original Air Date: June 26, 2019 In a live appearance at UCLA’s Royce Hall, Deepak Chopra explains why a belief is simply a "thought that is true for you." He says the world that we create for ourselves is based on these thoughts, and thus beliefs shape our reality. Deepak goes on to discuss how, as babies, we are filled with curiosity, wonder and bliss. But when we start to be conditioned by the world around us, we begin to build a separate self—one that can fill us with anxiety, pressure and f...

Mar 09, 202226 min

Super Soul Special: Shawn Achor: The Life-Altering Power of a Positive Mind

Original air date: Apr 10, 2019 In a live appearance at UCLA’s Royce Hall, New York Times best-selling author, happiness expert and Harvard-trained researcher Shawn Achor says that pleasure isn't the only thing that brings people happiness. How do you explain the joy felt during spiritually and emotionally challenging moments, such as when your legs are burning halfway through a marathon or when you cradle your 1-year-old in the middle of the night until she falls back to sleep? He offers a defi...

Mar 02, 202233 min

Super Soul Special: Oprah and Michelle Obama: Your Life in Focus

Original air date: Feb 12, 2020 As a part of WW Presents “Oprah’s 2020 Vision: Your Life in Focus,” Grammy-winner, New York Times best-selling author and former First Lady of the United States Michelle Obama sits down with Oprah in front of a live audience in Brooklyn, New York. Michelle Obama discusses her memoir, “Becoming,” which held the #1 spot on the New York Times best-seller list for 58 weeks. Michelle Obama talks about what life is like for her and Barack now that they are officially em...

Feb 23, 202252 min

Super Soul Special: Lady Gaga: Heal Through Kindness

Original air date: Nov 6, 2019: Grammy and Oscar winner Lady Gaga talks about the lessons she’s learned as an international pop star, actress and cultural icon. Lady Gaga shares intimate details on how and why she created her famous persona. She also talks about her personal traumas, her daily rituals of mental and physical wellness and how she learned it’s her life’s purpose to help heal the world through kindness. Lady Gaga also discusses why she became an entrepreneur, creating the beauty com...

Feb 16, 202257 min

Super Soul Special: Oprah and Eckhart Tolle: Acceptance of Troubled Times

Original air date: Sept 4, 2019 In a live interview from Vancouver in Canada, Oprah sits down with visionary thought leader, spiritual pioneer and New York Times best-selling author Eckhart Tolle. As a part of her Path Made Clear book tour, Oprah is joined on stage by Eckhart, a special guest who impacted her journey, for a unique one-on-one conversation. The two discuss how we can best accept the present moment and see it in its purest form; Eckhart also talks about how to control our ego and g...

Feb 09, 202221 min

Super Soul Special: Malcolm Gladwell: Talking to Strangers

Original air date: Sept 18, 2019: Journalist, podcaster and New York Times best-selling author Malcolm Gladwell discusses his book, Talking to Strangers: What We Should Know About the People We Don’t Know . Malcolm examines his theory that prejudging people we don’t know can lead to dangerous consequences. Through well-known cases like the Bernie Madoff scandal, the Amanda Knox trial, the Jerry Sandusky sexual abuse trial, and the racially charged arrest and death of Sandra Bland, Malcolm explai...

Feb 02, 202239 min

Super Soul Special: The Best Relationship Advice

The Best of Oprah's Super Soul | This Episode Was Originally Published on July 29th, 2019 Oprah talks about the life-changing advice she received from her mentor Dr. Maya Angelou, "When someone tells you who they are, believe them.” Oprah also shares how she learned this lesson the hard way. She recalls teaming up with Dr. Phil to help engaged couple Angela and Eric confront mistrust and infidelity in their relationship. Then, Oprah revisits her interview with Dina McGreevey, ex-wife of former N...

Jan 26, 202237 min

Shaka Senghor: Letters to the Sons of Society pt. 2

Oprah sits down with Shaka Senghor for part two of their powerful conversation. Oprah and Shaka go soul to soul as he shares what tested him during the pandemic and answers some of life's biggest questions.

Jan 19, 202219 min

Shaka Senghor: Letters to the Sons of Society pt. 1

Oprah sits down with New York Times bestselling author, mentor and criminal justice activist, Shaka Senghor, for a powerful conversation about his new book, Letters to the Sons of Society: A Father's Invitation to Love, Honesty, and Freedom. After being incarcerated for nearly two decades for second-degree murder, Shaka walked out a transformed man in 2010. In this conversation, Shaka shares the lessons he's learned as a father to his sons Jay and Sekou. He also shares why he believes mindfulnes...

Jan 19, 202255 min

Dr. Dean and Anne Ornish: How Simple Lifestyle Changes Can Reverse Most Chronic Diseases (Sept 25, 2019)

The Best of Oprah's Super Soul | This Episode Was Originally Published on September 25th 2019 Oprah Winfrey invites medical pioneer Dr. Dean Ornish and his wife Anne to her vegetable garden in Maui. They talk about their book, “Undo It!: How Simple Lifestyle Changes Can Reverse Most Chronic Diseases.” The book, which is now out on paperback, highlights four lifestyle changes they claim can reverse both chronic disease and the aging process.

Jan 12, 202241 min

Super Soul Special: Glennon Doyle: The Power of Embracing Your Messy, Beautiful Life

The Best of Oprah's Super Soul | This Episode Was Originally Published on August 8th, 2017 How do you use a crisis as a springboard to a truer life? After a setback, how do you rise up instead of giving up? Glennon Doyle, best-selling author and creator of the popular online community Momastery , explains how sharing the truth of our lives is the key to unlocking a true spiritual connection with those around us. Oprah says this about Glennon, “It’s as if she reached into her heart, captured the ...

Jan 05, 202232 min

Super Soul Special: Don Miguel Ruiz: Find Freedom, Happiness and Love

The Best of Oprah's Super Soul | This Episode Was Originally Published on Sept 18th, 2017 Spiritual teacher and best-selling author Don Miguel Ruiz believes there are four agreements that, if applied in your daily life, will bring you freedom, happiness and love. His revered book The Four Agreements has been translated into 40 languages, was on The New York Times Best-Seller list for over a decade and has guided millions of readers, including Oprah, to live their most authentic lives....

Dec 29, 202126 min

Super Soul Special: Sister Joan Chittister: Two Words That Can Change the World

The Best of Oprah's Super Soul | This Episode Was Originally Published on September 20th, 2017 Life changing wisdom and insights from one of America’s key spiritual voices, Sister Joan Chittister. Sister Chittister is a Roman Catholic nun and author of over 50 books. She’s a tireless advocate of justice, peace and equality, especially for women, all over the world.

Dec 22, 202132 min

Super Soul Special: Pastor A.R. Bernard: Four Things Women Want from a Man

The Best of Oprah's Super Soul | This Episode Was Originally Published on Sept 11th, 2017 Pastor A.R. Bernard is the founder of the largest church in New York City, Brooklyn’s Christian Cultural Center. In his book Four Things Women Want from a Man , Pastor Bernard reveals the qualities men need to have for a happy, lasting relationship. The pastor says he can help you make your relationship one that is “built to weather any storm.”

Dec 15, 202138 min

Super Soul Special: David and Francine Wheeler: Life After Loss

The Best of Oprah's Super Soul | This Episode Was Originally Published on October 16th, 2017 On December 14, 2012, the unthinkable happened when a lone gunman shot and killed 20 children and six adults at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut. One of the lives lost that day belonged to 6-year-old Ben Wheeler. Ben’s parents, Francine and David, share how embracing love, light and even suffering can be a catalyst for transformation.

Dec 08, 202133 min

Brené Brown: Atlas of the Heart - Part 2

In part two of the conversation, Brené Brown shares the surprising revelations she discovered during research for her new book, Atlas of the Heart. She shares how those insights can change the way we interact with everyone we meet.

Dec 01, 202132 min

Brené Brown: Atlas of the Heart - Part 1

In part one of this conversation New York Times best-selling author, professor and social scientist Brené Brown reveals the inspiration behind her latest book, Atlas of the Heart. She explains why expanding the language with which we communicate our emotions can lead us to deeper, more meaningful connections.

Dec 01, 202135 min

Mitch Albom: The Dying Know the Secrets to a Good Life (From August 28, 2017)

The Best of Oprah's Super Soul | This Episode Was Originally Published on August 28th, 2017. It’s been twenty years since Mitch wrote about the most impactful life lessons he learned from his former professor, Morrie Schwartz, who was dying from ALS. Mitch chronicled their weekly visits in one of the best-selling memoirs of all time, “Tuesdays with Morrie,” which has been translated in 41 languages. Oprah and Mitch discuss how Morrie’s lessons continue to resonate because of their universal trut...

Nov 24, 202139 min

Dr. Mukwege: The Power of Women

Oprah talks to Nobel Peace Prize winner and author of The Power of Women, Dr. Denis Mukwege. Dr. Mukwege has dedicated his life to caring for the survivors of rape and sexual violence in his home country, the Democratic Republic of Congo. Dr. Mukwege has operated on more than 60,000 women who have suffered unthinkable atrocities to their bodies. He has also survived several assassination attempts. Dr. Mukwege says he has a responsibility to saving these women both physically and emotionally, as ...

Nov 17, 20211 hr 5 min

Dr. Michael Bernard Beckwith: Manifest the Life of Your Dreams (From October 25, 2017)

Dr. Michael Bernard Beckwith: Manifest the Life of Your Dreams The Best of Oprah's Super Soul | This Episode Was Originally Published on October 25th, 2017. Dr. Michael Bernard Beckwith, spiritual pioneer and founder of the renowned Agape International Spiritual Center, offers several practices for manifesting the kind of life you want. He explains that letting go, shifting your vibration and living with intention are all keys to unlocking the blessings that the universe has in store for you. Mi...

Nov 10, 202131 min

Paulo Coelho, Part 2: Your Journey of Self-Discovery (From August 10, 2017)

The Best of Oprah's Super Soul | This Episode Was Originally Published on August 10th, 2017. Oprah’s conversation with best-selling author Paulo Coelho continues from his home in Switzerland. In Part 2, Paulo shares his unique spiritual journey and how he never lost faith in his personal dream.

Nov 03, 202126 min

Paulo Coelho, Part 1: What If the Universe Conspired in Your Favor? (From August 10, 2017)

The Best of Oprah's Super Soul | This Episode Was Originally Published on August 10th, 2017. Why are you really here? What is your personal purpose on earth? In an extraordinarily rare interview from his home in Switzerland, Paulo Coelho, the author of The Alchemist, one of the best-selling books of all time, answers life’s biggest questions. He teaches us about dreams, destiny and the one thing he believes will make us happy. Oprah says this about The Alchemist: “It’s the kind of book you want ...

Nov 03, 202130 min

Michael Singer: Free Yourself From Negative Thoughts (From October 4, 2017)

The Best of Oprah's Super Soul | This Episode Was Originally Published on October 4th, 2017. His New York Times number one best-seller, “The Untethered Soul,” is one of the books that is always on Oprah’s nightstand. Author and spiritual teacher Michael Singer reveals practical methods for allowing feelings to pass through you without taking over your life. He says spiritual growth begins by learning to silence the negative thoughts in your mind. Oprah says Michael Singer will “help you find a g...

Oct 27, 202134 min

Brené Brown Part 2: Living with a Whole Heart

Brené Brown Part 2: Living with a Whole Heart (From August 7th, 2017) The Best of Oprah's Super Soul | This Episode Was Originally Published on August 7th, 2017. How to conquer shame and live with a whole heart? This is Part 2 of Oprah’s interview with renowned researcher Dr. Brené Brown. Oprah calls this an “aha-a-minute conversation!”

Oct 20, 202129 min

Brené Brown Part 1: Daring Greatly (From August 6th, 2017)

The Best of Oprah's Super Soul | This Episode Was Originally Published on August 6th, 2017. What is the real catalyst for human connection, and can we make our lives more meaningful through vulnerability? Oprah asks Dr. Brené Brown, a professor, New York Times best-selling author and nationally acclaimed speaker.

Oct 20, 202136 min

Iyanla: Finding Yourself and the One You Want

From September 11, 1998 Oprah Winfrey Show: Iyanla Vanzant, author of "In The Meantime: Finding Yourself And The One You Want" and "One Day My Soul Just Opened Up," talks about how to love yourself and counsels women in the audience about how to change what you believe, in order to get what you want. Iyanla also talks about how she connects with her spirit.

Oct 13, 202137 min

Gary Zukav On How To Surrender

From a June 18, 2001 Oprah Winfrey Show: Gary helps guests learn to let go of their pasts so they can move forward into the future. He explains that surrender is simply accepting your life and Oprah shares how by letting go, we step into the lives we are meant to live.

Oct 06, 202128 min

Bonus Episode: Relationship Begins with Self

Super Soul listeners… we’d like to introduce you to our newest podcast: The SonRise Project. It’s created by Emmy Award-winning creative visionary, mother and wife Kelli Richardson Lawson. The weekly podcast is a resource for parents and families to engage and share personal experiences with children struggling with depression, anxiety and addiction issues. In this episode Kelli introduces Spirit, a licensed clinical psychotherapist, media personality, host of Love Goals on OWN, forensic evaluat...

Oct 06, 20211 hr 2 min

Conversations with Oprah: Deepak Chopra

From a January 7, 2009 Oprah Winfrey Show: Oprah speaks with Dr. Deepak Chopra about his book "Ageless Body, Timeless Mind." We learn about the mind and how the way we think controls both our health and how we age.

Sep 29, 202140 min

Answering Life’s Big Questions

Oprah says in order to experience life, you’ve got to start asking life’s big questions. Each person on earth is charting their own spiritual course. Your soul is as unique as your fingerprint. And the journey to connect to the deepest part of yourself can only be explored by you. As long as you’re asking the right questions, the answers will readily reveal themselves. Most of Oprah's Super Soul conversations end with a series of “big questions.” This podcast is a compilation of answers to those...

Sep 22, 202126 min