Comedian and author Sofie Hagen joins Jameela this week to discuss their shared struggle with being too honest, feeling incredible after a nude photo shoot, the emotional work of comforting a supposed ally, how the pandemic quietly changed the experience of being fat, and more. Listen to Sofie's podcast - Bad People - wherever you get your podcasts. And check out Sofie's book - Happy Fat: Taking Up Space in a World That Wants to Shrink You You can follow Sofie on Instagram @sofiehagendk and Twit...
Jul 15, 2022•1 hr 4 min
This week, the meme-master himself - George Resch aka Tank Sinatra - joins Jameela to discuss how his successful Instagram account Tanks Good News got started, what he has learned about generational trauma, his journey working through addiction and co-dependency, what he teaches his young sons, and more. **CONTENT WARNING** - There are mentions of self-harm in the first third of the episode, before the first ad break. If you are feeling sensitive to this, feel free to skip the first and join us ...
Jul 08, 2022•1 hr 14 min
Clinical Psychiatrist and author Dr. Ramani Durvasula joins Jameela this week to explain the ins and outs of narcissism. They cover what it is, the different forms it takes, how the world encourages narcissism in its leaders, how to recognize narcissism in a relationship, the ways narcissism is nurtured, how to survive in a relationship with a narcissist, and more. Check out Dr. Ramani Durvasula's books on narcissism, Don't You Know Who I Am and Should I Stay or Should I Go wherever books are so...
Jul 01, 2022•1 hr 8 min
Comedian, author, and activist Grace Campbell joins Jameela this week to talk about her upcoming Edinburgh show, her complicated relationship with men, where her stunning confidence comes from, why she gave herself a "man ban," it being okay to say you want a relationship, conquering her fear of being alone, and more. Follow Grace Campbell on Instagram @disgracecampbell and Twitter @GraceCampbell If you have a Wrong Turn of your own to share with Jameela, email a voice memo to PersonalDisasterSt...
Jun 24, 2022•56 min
Comedian, author, and 'Bob Hearts Abishola' EP/writer/actor, Gina Yashere, joins Jameela this week to discuss a career marked by perseverance, why she never stopped believing in herself, leaving a career in engineering to become what her mother called "a clown," the glass ceiling for black comedians in the UK, almost missing a meeting with sitcom legend Chuck Lorre, opening doors for other performers like London Hughes, and more. Check out Gina's book - Cack-Handed - wherever books are sold! Fol...
Jun 17, 2022•46 min
This week, body confidence and self-acceptance influencer Alex Light joins Jameela to discuss her personal recovery journey from an eating disorder, the realization that diets don't work, the repercussions she and Jameela share from years of dieting, why the healing process is slow but worthwhile, why it's okay to gain weight, and more. Check out Alex Light's new book - You Are Not A Before Picture: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/you-are-not-a-before-picture-alex-light?variant=3999420697...
Jun 10, 2022•52 min
Writer, activist, and founder of The Everyday Sexism Project Laura Bates joins Jameela this week to discuss what has changed since she started Everyday Sexism 10 years ago, the ways that all the authorities/systems are failing women, how rape is practically decriminalized in the UK, how men's issues are important to feminism as well, the importance of sharing stories, and more. Check out Laura Bates' most recent book - Fix The System, Not the Women You can follow Everyday Sexism on Twitter @ever...
Jun 03, 2022•1 hr 2 min
Comedian, podcast queen, and author Erin Gibson joins Jameela to discuss how they are feeling about the current abortion crisis, the way the media's fearmongering affects everyone, what the heck conspirituality is, Erin's journey to finding peace from her depression, the importance of local politics, where to start in making a political difference, and more. Check out Erin's book Feminasty, wherever books are sold: https://www.feminasty.com/ You can follow Erin on Instagram @gibblertron You can ...
May 27, 2022•1 hr 6 min
Actor, disabilities activist, and Youtube influencer Lauren "Lolo" Spencer joins Jameela this week to discuss her diagnosis of ALS at a very young age, how the people she loved came around her in difficult times, fighting for "non-medical" acting roles, why she started her Youtube channel Sitting Pretty, the monetary issues that face disabled people, the challenges of dating, what she hopes to see change in the world for disabled people, and more. Check out Lolo's Youtube channel - Sitting Prett...
May 20, 2022•1 hr 4 min
In response to the national conversation around Roe v. Wade, we are re-releasing a favorite episode which goes in-depth on the importance of abortion. Actor, director, writer, and newly-minted podcaster Elizabeth Banks joins Jameela this week to discuss the ways PMS can affect your mental health, why Elizabeth is fighting so hard for reproductive rights, and how Elizabeth loves to wear dresses when directing movies. Elizabeth's podcast - MY BODY MY PODCAST is out now on Audible! If you have a Wr...
May 13, 2022•1 hr 8 min
CEO of Make Love Not Porn, Cindy Gallop, joins Jameela to discuss loving the single life, how she discovered a gap in the porn market, why "social sex" is the answer to the porn industry's problems, the importance of sex education at every age, love as a kink, the patriarchal-fueled obstacles she faces building her company, and more. Check out Cindy's website - Make Love Not Porn : https://makelovenotporn.tv/ If you have a Wrong Turn of your own to share with Jameela, email a voice memo to Perso...
May 06, 2022•1 hr 23 min
Stand-up comedian Taylor Tomlinson joins Jameela this week to discuss her recent diagnosis of bipolar 2, embracing medication, processing the stigma around bipolar to write a stand-up special around it, her relationship with food and finding intuitive eating, wishing for more open-ness around plastic surgery, what a "clelfi" is and why it is so revolutionary, and more. Check out Taylor's newest Netflix special - Look At You Follow Taylor Tomlinson on Instagram @taylortomlinson If you have a Wron...
Apr 29, 2022•1 hr 3 min
Documentarians Abby Epstein & Ricki Lake join Jameela this week to discuss their documentary - The Business Of Birth Control. They discuss the history of the contraceptive pill, how many of its side effects have been downplayed by Big Pharma, the dangers surrounding the birth control pill, the importance of women being able to make an informed choice, why the media refuses to talk about this documentary, and more. **DISCLAIMER - To be clear, this episode is not anti-pill. It is pro-contrac...
Apr 22, 2022•1 hr 14 min
Author and everyone's favorite medium Tyler Henry joins Jameela this week to discuss how he learned about his gifting, how his gift affects his daily life, how to tell the difference between intrusive thoughts and intuition, what he believes the afterlife is made of, how he creates healthy boundaries for himself in his work, the intuitiveness of children, how to manage scarier experiences with spirits, and more. Check out Tyler's Netflix series: Life After Death - https://www.netflix.com/title/8...
Apr 15, 2022•1 hr 9 min
For our 2-year anniversary episode, Jameela is joined by actor and activist Evan Rachel Wood. They discuss her work with The Phoenix Act and making actual legislative change for domestic abuse survivors, the different ways domestic abuse can happen and how it affects the survivor, her own experiences and journey towards healing, how becoming a mother helped her grow, the joy and freedom one can find in autonomy, and more. Watch Evan's docuseries Phoenix Rising on HBO Max. You can follow Evan Rac...
Apr 08, 2022•1 hr 14 min
Zarlasht Halaimzai joins Jameela this week to share about her organization Amna - which works to provide psychosocial support for refugees. They discuss Zarlasht's own experience as a refugee fleeing the war in Afghanistan, how we can learn from the response towards Ukrainian refugees, the key things displaced people need, Amna's focus to creating safe spaces for children to talk and play, and more. To learn more about Zarlasht's work at Amna, check out their website: www.amna.org You can follow...
Apr 01, 2022•58 min
Comedian, actor, and writer Natasha Leggero joins Jameela this week to discuss loving men who were/are DJs, why Natasha changed her mind about having kids, what she wants her daughter to learn and understand, how Natasha became so unapologetic, and balancing her ambition and her desire to be with her child, and more. Check out the new show Natasha hosts on TBS - Rat in the Kitchen . Check out the trailer for Natasha Leggero's new show here - Rat in the Kitchen : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W...
Mar 25, 2022•59 min
Podcaster, actor, comedian, and the Scam Goddess herself, Laci Mosley, joins Jameela this week to discuss the craziness of the audition process and finding your own authenticity within it, Laci re-learning to love her body like she did when she was younger, the ways colorism has affected her life and the racism she faced when iCarly announced her casting on the show, why she loves the work she does, and more. Check out Laci's podcast - Scam Goddess : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/scam-go...
Mar 18, 2022•1 hr 6 min
Journalist, political commentator, and author Owen Jones joins Jameela this week to discuss why he is a Democratic Socialist, the difference between the welfare state vs. universal income, a brief history of socialism and why it is so often unfairly villainized, why Owen is hopeful for progress, and his advice to those who want to oppose capitalism while also participating in society. Check out Owen's podcast - The Owen Jones Podcast : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-owen-jones-podcast...
Mar 11, 2022•1 hr 11 min
Author, showrunner, "Mose" from the Office, and creator of The Good Place Mike Schur joins Jameela this week to discuss casting Jameela as Tahani, Jameela learning good set behavior (and not showing everyone funny porn), Mike's "no assholes" rule, why The Trolley Problem is so complicated, what Mike learned from Lost creator Damon Lindelof, and more. They wrap things up by answering listener questions about Mike's favorite curse word replacements and what we owe each other. Check out Mike Schur'...
Mar 04, 2022•1 hr 26 min
Social justice journalist, author, and cyberhate expert Ginger Gorman joins Jameela this week to discuss her experiences being embedded in the troll community, the role big tech plays in encouraging this behavior, understanding the ways many of the young men trolling are marginalized human beings, law enforcement's intentionally ignoring the troll community, and more. For more information, you can read Ginger Gorman's book - Troll Hunting You can also listen to Ginger's podcast - Seriously Socia...
Feb 25, 2022•1 hr 4 min
Activist, cultural commentator, and political analyst Ashlee Marie Preston joins Jameela this week to discuss her journey into activism, struggling with mental health since early childhood and being "neurofestive," hitting rock bottom and finding support amongst sex workers, having her work rooted in repair, being right vs making an impact, what we need in our leaders, and more. You can follow Ashlee Marie Preston on Instagram @ashleemariepreston and Twitter @AshleeMPreston If you have a Wrong T...
Feb 18, 2022•1 hr 23 min
Everyone's favorite hairstylist, host, podcastor, comedian, and figure-skating devotee - Jonathan Van Ness - joins Jameela this week to discuss Jameela's bangs, his choice to be open about his HIV, being the representation he didn't have growing up, how painful internet feedback can be, seeing more forgiveness in the world, his new show Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness on Netflix , and more. Watch JVN's new series Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness on Netflix - https://www.netflix.com/...
Feb 11, 2022•1 hr 18 min
Comprehensive Sex Educator and Trauma Expert Jimanekia Eborn joins Jameela this week to discuss Jimanekia's own journey with trauma, where the term "gaslight" originates, Jimanekia's work teaching children about consent and rejection, taking yourself on a date, finding your own boundaries, and more. You can learn more about Jimanekia's work and the classes she offers at traumaqueen.love You can follow Jimanekia Eborn on Instagram and Twitter @jimanekia If you have a Wrong Turn of your own to sha...
Feb 04, 2022•1 hr 20 min
Body positivity activist Megan Jayne Crabbe joins Jameela this week to discuss her journey from people pleasing on the internet to fighting against toxic internet culture, how online culture can be cultish, why inter-community rejection can be so painful, and how to find your own voice in all the noise. You can follow Megan Jayne Crabbe on Instagram @meganjaynecrabbe and Twitter @meganjcrabbe Check out her book - Body Positive Power - wherever books are sold! If you have a Wrong Turn of your own...
Jan 28, 2022•1 hr
Maintenance Phase hosts Aubrey Gordon and Michael Hobbes join Jameela this week to discuss why the BMI is bunk, how we clinically don't have a non-surgical weight loss method and how that should inform our medical health conversations, how as a society we blame fat people instead of helping people live healthier lives, why we shouldn't lecture people on their diets, and more. You can listen to Aubrey & Michael on their podcast - The Maintenance Phase - wherever you get your podcasts You can ...
Jan 21, 2022•1 hr 15 min
Author Candice Brathwaite joins Jameela this week to talk about her experience as an outspoken advocate for black motherhood and women. They discuss Candice's family role as being more "paternal," and how the pandemic made her reckon with a more maternal role. They commiserate over frustrations with eurocentric beauty standards for black women, Candice shares her wisdom on learning when to stay silent if dealing with online attacks/controversy, Candice walks us through the challenges black women...
Jan 14, 2022•1 hr 7 min
Actor Emily Hampshire joins Jameela this week to discuss how she's so different from her beloved character "Stevie" from Schitt's Creek, her mental health journey, what a game changer depression medication was for her, how her first diet was a "gateway drug" for her, and how exploring her sexuality helped her love her own body more. You can listen to Emily on the new podcast The Beautiful Liar wherever you get your podcasts You can follow Emily on Instagram and Twitter @emilyhampshire If you hav...
Jan 07, 2022•1 hr 1 min
To help start 2022 right, we are re-releasing one of our favorite episodes. The Optimism Doctor - Dr. Deepika Chopra - joins Jameela this week to define optimism, discuss visualization vs manifestation, explain healthy expectations and ways to manage your thoughts, explore how much can be gained through learning from mistakes, go over why she hates the phrase "good vibes only," and tell the story of her surrogacy journey. You can listen to Dr. Deepika Chopra's podcast, Looking Up with Dr. Deepik...
Dec 31, 2021•1 hr 2 min
Happy Holidays! This week, we are re-releasing a favorite episode of ours. In this episode, Jameela is joined by Josie Naughton, the CEO and one of the founding members of Choose Love - a charity dedicated to ending the refugee crisis. Together they discuss the harrowing journey a refugee makes and the challenges they face in the camps, Josie's past and how anyone can make a difference, meeting Oprah and the pope, the Choose Love shops where you can buy needed supplies for a refugee, and how to ...
Dec 24, 2021•1 hr 1 min
