QUESTION EVERYTHING

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There are celebrity interviews, and there are life-changing conversations. On Question Everything, you get both. Journalist Danielle Robay has a rare gift: she makes people feel safe + seen enough to tell the truth. Every week, she draws out the stories the world's most fascinating people rarely get to tell– the heartbreaks, the risks, the controversies, the beliefs they had to unlearn to become who they are and every now and then, their thoughts on the Bravoverse. You'll come for their story. You'll leave rethinking your own.

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Danielle is also the creator of the bestselling QUESTION EVERYTHING card game series, which has sparked connection in thousands of living rooms around the world, and the co-executive producer and host of Bookmarked by Reese's Book Club, alongside Reese Witherspoon. Dubbed "The Queen of Questions," she brings both heart and rigor to every conversation — a background in political science, a Gloria Steinem Fellowship, and a mentorship under Larry King, whose legacy of curiosity and connection she's carried forward across more than 8,000 hours of interviews with icons from Taylor Swift to Malala Yousafzai.

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Sep 21, 2023 · 1 hr 16 min
Unleashing The Light Within You: with Elaine Welteroth
Elaine Welteroth is many things, including inspiring. She's a New York Times Bestselling Author, Award-winning Journalist, former editor-in-chief of "Teen Vogue," TV host, mother and wife. We dive deep into her book "More than Enough," and today Elaine shares: What does greatness entail? How to maximize the mountain climbing phase of life Why celebrate the little wins can make all the difference Why she struggled with feeling not enough and too much Being a deep-end friend (versus a shallow end friend) Having big expectations of friendships + being let down sometimes How to tap in to your 'zone of genius' The importance of community and the solo journey (seasons) Her experience with the urgency on the call of her life Leaving her dream job because she was being called to pursue something else (and how she knew) Having the courage to ask for more money The scariest and smartest things she did in her career Giving herself a promotion The importance of creating boundaries from naysayers Where her most creative ideas come from More insight into one chapter in her book that she's NEVER talked about Her light and the relationship that dimmed her big/bright aura! Recognizing when love is not love Follow Elaine on Instagram @elainewelteroth and check out her book More Than Enough! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 15, 2023 · 33 min
Searching for Work-Life Balance: with Physical Therapist Winnielyn Bautista (Special Drop!)
In this episode of The Head Start: Embracing the Journey, Nora dives into the ever-blurring lines between work and life. Nora has made a career of sharing moments from her life to connect with others. That makes it nearly impossible to have any sort of separation between her work and life. She speaks with guest Winnielyn Bautista about how she tries to find and set boundaries between her career and personal goals amid the constant threat of a migraine attack. Winnielyn shares her thoughts on how to navigate difficult conversations with bosses and co-workers, especially when you might not feel comfortable sharing personal details - a situation those living with Chronic Migraine know all too well. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 14, 2023 · 56 min
Unpacking the "Slut" Narratives of Britney, Monica, Paris, Pamela & Others with Jessica Bennett (NYT)
Jessica Bennett has spent her award-winning journalism career focusing a gender lens on social issues and culture — from the persistence of workplace inequality, to cultural trends like Playboy magazine to rebrand and the evolution of Miss America, to the ripple effects of #MeToo. She was the first-ever gender editor of The New York Times and is the author of two bestselling books, Feminist Fight Club: A Survival Manual for a Sexist Workplace (HarperCollins) and This Is 18: Girls' Lives Through Girls' Eyes (Abrams). She is an adjunct professor of journalism at NYU. Fun fact: She once wrote a viral piece about her Resting Bitch Face. In 2021 Jessica wrote a piece that I have been thinking about since then. It was title, Speaking of Britney … What About All Those Other Women? Monica Lewinsky. Janet Jackson. Lindsay Lohan. Whitney Houston. We are living in an era of reappraisals. It questioned if we were rethinking how we treated the the "wild" girls of the 90's and 2000's—Britney Spears, Paris Hilton, Pamela Anderson, Monica Lewinsky. We break it down and discuss how we are treating women in the media today and what that means for how we see ourselves and each other. Follow Jessica on Instagram here Listen to Jessica's new podcast: inretropod.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 31, 2023 · 1 hr 5 min
Think Rich, Act Rich, and Become Rich with Your Rich BFF, Vivian Tu
Why is talking about money more taboo than talking about our sex lives? Vivian Tu wants to break that cycle! As a former Wall Street Trader, Vivian believes everyone should talk more about personal finance. She's everyone's Rich BFF creator, breaking down personal finance and investing in simple, fun, and digestible content. If money and personal finance overwhelm you and don't know where to start, Vivian's got your back - she breaks down steps to get you started on the road to financial literacy and success. Today she shares: The biggest factor shaping our POV on money What she learned NOT to do from Chad + Brad on Wall Street Is dating with money in mind an good or bad thing to do? The people who are surprisingly bad with their money How everyone (including you!) can get rich and the resources to get started How to set yourself up for long-term success (even in a recession!) Why you need to ask for a raise every year The mistakes Vivian sees millennials make with money The shocking cost of being a woman Finances in relationships and talking about money with a (potential) partner Her perspective on splitting rent with a partner Her thoughts on women buying luxury items The one item in your bedroom you should not skimp on Follow Vivian on Instagram @your.richbff and click here to preorder her book, "Rich AF: The Winning Money Mindset That Will Change Your Life See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 24, 2023 · 1 hr 6 min
The Audacity to Stand Out + Stand-Up: with Amanda Seales
Comedian + actress Amanda Seales (Insecure) is coming out with a new comedy special–one she wrote, produced, starred in and financed!! Do you know hard that is?! She joins Danielle today for an unfiltered conversation about her long career in Hollywood (the great + the challenging), Hollywood hierarchy, why people forget the entertainment business is a business, and her new unapologetically political comedy doc "In Amanda We Trust." Today she shares: What staying the course + resilience in your career really looks + feels like. Her unfiltered thoughts on the Screen Actor's Guild and Writers Guild Association strikes impacting Hollywood Why co-hosting The Real was her last effort to be a part of "the system" She reveals the co-star she dated on the set of Insecure Her opinion on friendships with the cast of Insecure + coworkers in general The story of financing her new standup special "In Amanda We Trust: An Unapologetically Political Comedy Doc" and why it was a game changing Being brutally honest with herself about what she can handle, and what she can't Why the U.S is at a critical time in our political history She reflects on her miscarriage shortly after her departure from The Real and how it reframed her thinking about what to do next Her unfiltered thoughts about her social media following and what people project onto her Follow Amanda on Instagram @amandaseales and check out her comedy special "In Amanda We Trust" on August 18 exclusively at InAmandaWeTrust.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 17, 2023 · 50 min
Profit From Your Passion: with Nancy Twine (Founder of Briogeo)
Entrepreneur Nancy Twine was a VP at Goldman Sachs when she tragically lost her mom. That incredible loss prompted her to start thinking about how she wanted to spend her time. She had childhood memories making beauty products in the kitchen with her chemist mother and decided she was going start a clean haircare line.Today she is the founder and CEO of Briogeo. Today she shares: How to find passion in your job Why having your career as part of your identity can be a good thing The importance of evaluating how we spend our time How a tragedy led to her founding a multimillion dollar company How grief inspired fearlessness Launching a company during economically uncertain times Why educating your consumer is the key to success Becoming the youngest Black woman to launch in Sephora and supporting the next wave of Black beauty business owners The brutal business of retail and understanding the levers that drive those merchants How to handle the "no's" in business What to consider when selling your company or bringing on investors Why leaders need to let go and empower their employees Why you should define your north star and set an intention for success The technique she uses to maximize her day and protect her time And the surprising factor that can affect your hair health! Follow Nancy on Instagram @NancyTwine and check out her site here! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 10, 2023 · 53 min
Women's Health Disparities + How to Advocate for Yourself: with Hitha Palepu
Hitha Palepu is a proclaimed multi-hyphenate; she's a mother, entrepreneur, content creator, investor, author, and speaker. As the CEO of Rhoshan Pharmaceuticals and partner in Adama Ventures, she is focused on empowering women to advocate for themselves when it comes to their health. Today she shares: Why women are not the priority in drug and therapy developments Why there is a hierarchy of where research dollars are spent How healthcare is more expensive for women Why women are more likely to die from a heart attack Why there is a disparity in healthcare between men and women How women can advocate for themselves How to identify medical gaslighting The unconventional way she developed her love for science and medicine How being a woman of color shapes her view on medicine and impacts clinical studies How to find a doctor or practice that works for you What gives her hope for the future How social media can actually benefit women Follow Hitha on Instagram @HithaPalepu and grab her book here! https://tinyurl.com/3s7p3pcc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 3, 2023 · 47 min
Memes, Mother and Dissecting Pop Culture with Evan Ross Katz
Writer, Editor, Podcast Host, and most importantly, Sarah Michelle Gellar Historian, Evan Ross Katz has an unfiltered conversation about pop culture, internet culture, and of course celebrities! Today he dishes all about: What drew him to Hollywood The jobs not listed on his resume Standom and who he thinks has the most emphatic fandom How to write a great cold email Why he believes in protecting celebrities Why celebrity news culture is shifting His thoughts on internet culture What's going down in his DMs He gives his candid thoughts on the etiquette of gossip, AI and its impact on culture, the performance of celebrity and Nepo babies He also reveals the surprising celebrity that loves to gossip, the celeb who blocked and unblocked him(!) and the person who influenced both of our careers Follow Evan on Instagram @evanrosskatz and check out his podcast Shut Up Evan! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 27, 2023 · 54 min
How AI Will Ignite a New Era with Sinead Bovell
Sinead Bovell is a consultant turned model turned futurist who loves to talk tech. She founded Waye a community preparing everyone for the future of work and life with advanced technologies. Through meaningful conversations, Sinead is making waves and shifting the perspective on who should be talking tech and who should be listening. Today we all need to listen to this impactful conversation about our future with AI. Sinead shares valuable insights covering many topics, including: How AI has been a part of our lives for decades AI and the future How AI is actually good for humanity Why AI is not all doom and gloom What concerns you should have when it comes to AI Why the people building AI systems need to have diverse backgrounds How many historical biases affect AI The faults with AI Which jobs will be most impacted by AI The forthcoming creative boom How AI will free up your time How the nature of work is changing Her shocking prediction for the future sentiment of social media Her thoughts on the future regulation of AI And so much more! Follow Sinead on Instagram @SineadBovell See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 21, 2023 · 44 min
Making a Scene with Constance Wu
Actress + author Constance Wu ("Crazy Rich Asians" and "Hustlers") joins the podcast to have a raw and unfiltered conversation about the scenes that make up her life and the stories told in her memoir, "Making a Scene." Today she shares: The unique way she hustled before landing her first life changing role in Crazy Rich Asians and ultimately, Hustlers. Sexual harassment on "Fresh Off the Boat" Her experience with rape Why she's not afraid to use her voice + what she hopes others will gain from her honesty What she felt when she met Brad Pitt How she felt she had to prove herself Why she was paranoid the first few years of "Fresh Off the Boat" The controversial tweets – and how her life changed for the worse and then for the better afterward Judging women and why it's not our fault Who she was most nervous to send her book to Why she has empathy for her abusers Why you won't ever see her in a Rolls Royce or NYFW show Her relationship with fame now Her relationship with faith Why she wants her daughter to read her memoir And a piece of breaking news! Becoming a mom of 2 Follow Constance on Instagram @ConstanceWu and grab her book here! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 20, 2023 · 56 min
VIVA: The Erotic Magazine That Helped Shape Feminism: with Jennifer Romolini
Through the story of VIVA, an erotic magazine for women created by Bob Guccione (founder of the men's magazine Penthouse), we are getting a history lesson today on FEMINISM! First wave, second wave, third wave, fourth wave? What does it all mean and where are we now? A little background: While VIVA was created by one of the most prominent figures in adult entertainment, it was staffed by female writers and editors and featured groundbreaking full-frontal male nudes, writing by feminist icons like Betty Friedan and profiles of literary legends like Maya Angelou. Its cover stars include Bianca Jagger and Shelley Duvall. Anna Wintour was even VIVA's fashion editor at one point. But what is originally conceived as a high-end, progressive, sexual utopia for women… doesn't quite turn out that way. Jennifer Romolini is an award-winning writer, editor, and author of "Weird in a World That's Not: A Career Guide for Misfits" and the upcoming memoir, "Ambition Monster" (Atria Books, 2024). A longtime media executive, Romolini is the host of Crooked Media's latest series "STIFFED", which tells the true story of VIVA, one the first erotic magazines for women, and co-host of the "Everything is Fine" podcast with former Lucky Magazine editor-in-chief, Kim France. She started her career as a magazine fact checker working at Talk, Lucky, Glamour, Cosmo, and Allure. Her work has appeared in The New York Times, ELLE, Vogue, Fast Company, and many magazines that no longer exist. Follow Jennifer Listen to STIFFED (iHeartPodcasts + Crooked Media production) THANK YOU to our fantastic sponsor Green Chef: Use code prettysmart50 to get 50% off plus free shipping!! https://www.greenchef.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 13, 2023 · 45 min
Good Shoes Take You Places: with Jimmy Choo's Global Director of Entertainment Sara Riff
Sara Riff is a fashion veteran and Global Director of Entertainment Relations for Jimmy Choo. She is also host of the podcast "Having it All and Other Lies" and a founding member of the nonpartisan organization dedicated to creating a cultural shift around voting and civic engagement, I am a voter. Today she's sharing: How defining her style by 3 words helped her hone in on her aesthetic. How she landed her dream job at Jimmy Choo and how her role has evolved while she's been there. The best feedback she got early on in her career while interviewing for jobs. How fashion, beauty and art have a universal impact on women across the globe. How shoes can really transform someone's mindset and spirit. Her favorite parts of her job and what skill she is most proud of. How the ways we shop and consume fashion has evolved over the years. Why it's important to have an image and a brand no matter who you are. How having a daughter changed the way she talks to herself and how she feels about body image. How she became a founding member of the I am a voter organization and what it's been like to see its impact. How she feels about brands taking a stand on social and political issues. Her podcast, "Having it All and Other Lies" and why it's so important to her to talk to powerhouse women who admit to not having it all. Follow her on instagram @sara_riff See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 30, 2023 · 44 min
Chasing Sleep: Improve the Quality of Your Life (Special Drop!)
Special Drop! Listen to Chasing Sleep here: https://link.chtbl.com/a_-vQyo6 Katie Lowes + Adam Shapiro explore the fascinating relationship with sleep and the far-reaching effects of sleep on our quality of life. Through engaging conversations with sleep experts and everyday people, they'll uncover the intriguing connections between sleep and intimacy, parenting, creativity, work, and even our dreams. The podcast aims to help listeners understand the importance of getting quality sleep and how to get more of it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 29, 2023 · 1 hr 8 min
The Most Important Relationship is With Yourself: with ALOK
Internationally acclaimed artist, poet, author, comedian, and speaker, Alok Vaid Menon joins PRETTYSMART! They share: What it was like being bullied as a child and how it impacted them. Their daily relationship with self acceptance and self hatred. How transitioning is not about gender for them. Why they feel the most beautiful when they are telling the truth. How we are politicizing just being and the impact of that. Why they think so many people are triggered by the concept of transgender rights. Their thoughts on color! Why we all need to be more curious and have more fun. What dopamine dressing is and how it's beneficial for all of us! Gendering in fashion and why we should degender it. How we are all just souls playing dress up. Questions to ask yourself every day to lead to a happier and more fun filled life. Why we have to announce progress and look at small changes as big triumphs. Why self forgiveness has been the hardest lesson for them. Why they say their earnestness is their most controversial identity. Follow Alok on Instagram here! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 22, 2023 · 58 min
How Our Relationships with Our Fathers Impact Us: with Craig Melvin
We talk frequently about what it means to be a mother on this podcast. But what about what it means to be a father? And how do our relationships with our father's impact us? Co-host of the Today show, anchor at NBC and author of the book "Pops: Learning to Be a Son and a Father." joins PRETTYSMART to talk about fatherhood, parenting and what his relationship with his dad has taught him about himself. He shares: Why we need to stop expecting people to become something they have no examples of. Why the hard times in his life have become what fuels him to be so successful. How the father/son bond has evolved for him over the years. The universal thing he's learned from interviewing so many dads over the years. His relationship with Al Roker and what his mentorship means to him. Why bringing his son to Take Your Child to Work Day made him so emotional. How he is breaking the generational curse and what he is doing differently with his own kids. What changed for him once he stopped molding his values to others and figured out what mattered most to him. The magic of silence and stillness and how that has helped him both personally and professionally. Follow Craig on Instagram @craigmelvinnbc and grab his book here! Thank you to today's podcast partner: OUAI: 15% off site wide when you use the code: PRETTYSMART See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 15, 2023 · 54 min
The Profound Impact of Teenage Girls Who Sparked America's Social Movements: with Mattie Kahn
Nine months before Rosa Parks kicked off the bus boycotts, Claudette Colvin was arrested for refusing to give up her seat on a segregated bus in Montgomery, Alabama. She was fifteen. In 1912, women's rights activists organized a massive march in support of women's suffrage. Leading them up Fifth Avenue in Manhattan was not one of the mothers of the movement, but a teenage Chinese immigrant named Mabel Ping-Hua Lee. Half a century before the better-known movements for workers' rights began, over 1,500 girls—some as young as ten—walked out of factories in Lowell, Massachusetts, demanding safer working conditions and higher wages in one of the nation's first-ever labor strikes. The untold story of the people who have helped spark America's most transformative social movements throughout history: teenage girls. Young women have been disenfranchised and discounted, but the true retelling of major social movements in America reveals their might: they have ignited almost every single one. Mattie Kahn is an award-winning writer and editor. Her work has been published in The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Atlantic, Harper's Bazaar, Vogue, Vox, and more. She was the culture director at Glamour, where she covered women's issues and politics, and a staff editor at Elle. She joins the pod to talk all about her new book, "Young and Restless: The Girls Who Sparked America's Revolutions." She shares: Why she always believed she could be and do whatever she wanted in life. How she felt as a teenage girl and her thoughts on teenage girls today. What it means to be an activist and why change so often occurs because of teenage girls. Why things aren't as bad as they might seem, The positive and negative impacts of social media on activism. Why it's important to cultivate a community of women of all ages and generations around you. How to get involved in making change without feeling overwhelmed. How to keep hope alive even when it seems hard. Why teenage girls can get away with more than women when it comes to activism. The impact of friendships on activism. Follow Mattie on IG @matkahn Get a copy of Mattie's book here Vaulted affiliate program for you to sign up through: https://vaulted.com/gold-affiliate-program/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 8, 2023 · 1 hr 16 min
Do Pop Stars Define Feminism? with Audra Heinrichs
POP STARS x FEMINISM: Today we will explore the stories of pop stars who have left an indelible mark on women and feminism. We are diving into their groundbreaking songs, their personal journeys, and the cultural shifts they've inspired. We are going through the eras. How did their music, their life experiences, their clothing/makeup, the way they dance and the way they talk about sex impact culture at the time? And did feminism become commodified? Is it a requirement to be a feminist if you're a pop star? We are going through the eras: Diana Ross, Cher, Madonna, Janet Jackson, Whitney Houston, Mariah Carey, Spice Girls, Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, Pink, Beyonce, Lady Gaga, Rihanna, Taylor Swift, Lana Del Ray, Katie Perry, Selena Gomez, Ariana Grande, Lizzo, Due Lipa, Billie Eilish. Breaking it all down is Audra Heinrich, a writer + reporter who who specializes in feature writing about politics, entertainment, and cultural moments and movements. Her work has been published in: Rolling Stone, The Washington Post, Teen Vogue, Harper's Bazaar, ELLE, Bustle, Them., Cosmopolitan, Glamour. She holds an M.A. in American Journalism from New York University and a B.A. in English Literature and Women's, Gender and Sexuality Studies from The Ohio State University. In addition to her writing career, she has also amassed years of experience as a part-time political organizer. After co-founding the New York City chapter of Women's March in 2017. And you all know writers are MY pop stars, so Audra is a pop star in my eyes. Follow here here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/audraheinrichs/ Website: https://www.audraheinrichs.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 1, 2023 · 1 hr 16 min
How to Have Great Sex! With Vanessa + Xander Marin
Sex therapist Vanessa Marin and her husband, Xander join PRETTYSMART to discuss their mission to help people have more (and better!) sex. They share: What made them decide to start working together and helping others improve their sex lives. What is off limits for them when it comes to talking about sex publicly. Their philosophy on why sex is so important in relationships. What it really means to have great sex. Why we are all afraid to talk about sex. How sex changes as we age. The two different sex drive types and how they impact our sex lives. Ways to open up to your partner about sex (and prompts to help you feel more comfortable doing so!) How to get your partner to initiate more. If it's normal to squirt or not during sex. How to bring new relationship energy back to your sex life. What to do if you've been faking your orgasms. How to communicate any sexual fantasies you might have. The impact the porn industry has had on our sex lives and how we all think about sex. Why you should reframe the way you think about the number of sexual partners you've had. Follow Vanessa and Xander on IG Here Buy their book "Sex Talks: The Five Conversations That Will Transform Your Love Life" Here Vaulted affiliate program for you to sign up through: https://vaulted.com/gold-affiliate-program/ Cozy Earth: Up to 35% off site wide when you use the code PRETTYSMART See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 25, 2023 · 1 hr 3 min
How to Recognize Opportunities In Unexpected Places: with Aurora James (Wildflower)
Aurora James, founder of the luxury brand Brother Vellies + the 15 Percent Pledge joins PRETTYSMART to share stories, lessons from her new memoir "Wildflower." She shares: Her memoir "Wildflower" and the story behind the title. Why fashion was a unifier in her house growing up. The crucial life lesson her mom taught her at a very young age. Why identity is complicated for her and why it inspired her to write her book. The impact her modeling career had on her mental health. Why she wants to co-parent 5 kids with 5 different male friends. Why she was arrested when she was in college and what spending time in a jail cell taught her about women. The inspiration behind her company Brother Vellies and why she wanted to help get rid of unconscious bias in fashion. Why she has never shied away from using her brand and platform to speak up for others. The financial setback she faced even while her brand was being worn by Beyonce and Rihanna. How her non-profit, 15% Pledge, started with an Instagram post in 2020 and the motivation behind it. Her top tips to incorporate activism in your own life. Why she believes defining success on your own terms is the key to happiness. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 18, 2023 · 1 hr 5 min
Kelly Rowland + Jessica McKay: Modern Motherhood + Why Girl Groups Are Necessary
Grammy Award–winning artist Kelly Rowland and educator Jessica McKay join the podcast to talk about motherhood and share their children's book Always with You, Always with Me. They discuss: The inspiration behind the book and the struggles of being a working mom. Why representation in books and media is so important (and what happens when there is a lack of it). Mom guilt and how they work through it. How writing this book impacted how they think about their own mothers. Jessica's inspiring views on flipping the narrative around motherhood + career How Kelly was able to forgive her mom after she passed away. How motherhood changed them. Why Kelly thinks girl groups are necessary. The most fun Kelly's ever had in the entertainment industry (Coachella with Beyonce). The biggest misconceptions about fame. Kelly's breast augmentation and how she would talk to her own kids/nieces about it. How they knew their husbands were the one. Order their children's book Always with You, Always with Me: https://www.amazon.com/Always-You-Me-Kelly-Rowland/dp/0593465512 Thank you to today's podcast partner: OUAI: 15% off site wide when you use the code: PRETTYSMART Vaulted affiliate program for you to sign up through: https://vaulted.com/gold-affiliate-program/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.