Drama Queens

Zachary Quinto has thrilled audiences with his performances on stage, film, and TV, starring in huge hits like Heroes and American Horror Story and playing the iconic character Spock in the Star Trek reboot. The brilliant actor is now tackling a new role in NBC's medical drama "Brilliant Minds."

In a candid chat, pals Zachary and Sophia get very vulnerable about the election's outcome and how they plan to move forward. Zachary also talks about his journey through sobriety, shares the impact meditation has had on him, the biggest shift in his life that set him on the path to acting, and how booking Heroes and Star Trek at age thirty affected him.

Plus, Zachary reveals why he initially was not interested in playing the leading man in NBC's new medical drama, "Brilliant Minds," and what changed his mind.

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 The James sisters are reunited and it feels SO good!

Joy welcomes her on screen sisters Shantel VanSanten & Lindsey McKeon to 
discuss how differently they each grieved their TV mom’s passing. Shantel shares how her real life had an emotional parallel to this episode. Rob has a hot take on Clay's new stalker.  And if you ever had a question about who was the favorite James sister, the Queens give you their vote! 

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Comedian, performer, and host Amber Ruffin knew she was funny at a young age, so it's no surprise she is making viewers laugh out loud on "Late Night with Seth Meyers" and CNN's "Have I Got News For You."

Amber joins Sophia to talk about her road to comedy, making history as the first black woman ever to write for a late-night talk show in America, her decision to share her own experiences with police brutality on late night, writing a best-selling book with her sister, her decision to come out as queer earlier this year, and why humor is such an important force for good. 

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The Queens are all back together and they're praising Joy for her directorial work this episode. She reminisces on being behind the camera of this episode and how she chose to navigate the heavy emotions of it.

Rob, Joy and Sophia discuss the surprising chemistry between Mouth and Miss Lauren, the comic relief between Victoria and Sophia, and the James/Scott family's emotional journey to accepting Lydia's illness.

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From a superstar athlete to an Emmy winner, Sophia, Joy, and Rob are sharing their favorite guest stars from OTH.  They envision what a Tree Hill summer camp would look like and which counselors they each would be.

Plus, they each pick their favorite moment from filming they will talk about for generations to come.

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It's go time!

Election Day is here, and CNN Anchor Kaitlan Collins joins Sophia to chat about what she's hearing from both camps, the gender gap, polls in 2020 vs 2024, youth voter turnout, and what it was like being called a "nasty person" by Trump. Kaitlan also talks about being prepared when things go off the rails, how CNN plans to cover election night, and when she thinks we will know the actual results. 

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Rob and Joy talk about a specific actress that blew them away this episode, why Alexander's role is so confusing, the redemption story they love the most and which character is giving off Dan Scott vibes. 

Plus, Rob tells a hilarious story of how he tried to bring himself to tears during an audition. 

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As a kid, he dreamed of playing for the Boston Celtics. As he got older, he thought he would end up in the medical field, but Washington Governor Jay Inslee found himself on a path toward public service instead.

The 'Greenest' Governor sits down with Sophia to share the story of his political journey. From the positive experience of connecting with communities, to the negatives of the political experience . . . like when Former President Trump refused to provide disaster relief to a whole community that burned down in Washington, because the Governor opposed Trump's Muslim ban and climate change denial. Despite the good, bad, and sometimes ugly? Inslee says you should not be afraid of throwing your hat in the ring!!

The Governor also discusses the election ballots that were recently burned in his state and what is being done about it, the positive economic impact of climate policy and the creation of green jobs, his optimism about the future of clean energy jobs, and his plan to focus on climate solutions after he leaves office after his current and final term. He’s ready to pass the torch. To us!

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This tribute episode to John Hughes goes down as one of Sophia and Rob's favorite episodes!  Sophia shares the inspo behind the flawless Brooke Davis look, Rob recalls filming in the back of a truck with unruly pigs, and what they loved about each scene that was inspired by John Hughes' iconic movies.

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Sophia and Rob are having fun with this month's Q&A episode as they struggle to pick which character in their real life they would choose to be their spouse. Sophia reveals her strange hidden talents and Rob remembers his embarrassing encounters with Henry Winkler and Chelsea Handler.

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Singer, songwriter, and actress Joanna "JoJo" Levesque was only 13 years old when she broke onto the music scene with her smash hit song, 'Leave (Get Out).' Her career was skyrocketing straight to the top, but then she disappeared from the spotlight. JoJo is finally telling her side of the story.

JoJo opens up to Sophia about her decision to write down her experiences in her new memoir, the power of owning your story, growing up with parents who struggled with addiction, misconceptions people have regarding fame and success, and the nearly decade-long battle with her record label.

Plus, JoJo talks about feeling stronger than ever, advice Cyndi Lauper gave her, being on Broadway, and her new music! JoJo's new memoir, "Over the Influence,” is available now.

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Minnesota's First Lady and the wife of VP Nominee Tim Walz is hitting the ground running with an important message - get to the ballot box and VOTE!

Gwen Walz joins Sophia to discuss the critical issues at stake this election, including a top voter concern that’s also incredibly personal to her and Sophia: reproductive freedom. Gwen also shares why and how Tim got involved in politics after returning from his military deployment, how they kept their infertility story to themselves for 20 years, and why they decided to go public with it in hopes to support other families.

Plus, Gwen reveals who she turns to for advice, lessons learned as a teacher (and why she thinks Sophia would make a great professor!) and her own work in progress.

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Austin Nichols joins the Drama Queens this week to give us his reaction to the Scott/James family dinner, Sophia gives her thoughts on the sisters' fight in the pool and there is one moment that completely shocked Rob. 

Plus, Austin and Sophia discuss what they loved about Brooke and Julian's storyline. 

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Onscreen, he's known for saving lives as Ben Warren on Station 19 and Grey's Anatomy. Offscreen, he's making a real difference as the chair of SAG-AFTRA's Diversity Advisory Committee and as an advocate for gun safety.

Actor Jason George joins his 'fellow circus performer' Sophia for an insightful chat about how his upbringing led to his activism and union work, being in the negotiating room when the actors went on strike, saying an emotional goodbye to Station 19, and returning to Grey's!

Jason also talks about his new passion project - flipping the script on how guns are portrayed in the media and making gun safety cool. To learn more about Hollywood, Health & Society's 'Trigger Warning: Gun Guidelines for the Media' in collaboration with Brady, the nation's oldest gun violence prevention group, visit hollywoodhealthandsociety.org. 

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Serial entrepreneur and New York Times best-selling author Gary Vaynerchuk, better known as 'Gary Vee,' currently has not one but two new books out, all while juggling multiple enterprises!

Gary joins Sophia to reveal how he finds balance, the two core foundations of his life, hustle vs burnout, and what petrifies him. He also shares some of the secrets to his success, including his biggest tip: be nice!

Plus, Gary chats about his new children's book, "Meet Me in the Middle," and for aspiring entrepreneurs and content creators, "Day Trading Attention," both available now.

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Sophia, Joy and Rob recall the massive production of filming Haley's tour and share behind the scenes details of what fans never saw. They get into the complexity of Julian's feelings for Alex and Brooke and share why they're still upset over a storyline involving Haley's sister Taylor.

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For online content creators Penn & Kim Holderness, the saying, "the couple that works together, stays together," is spot on!

The couple, who have been married for over 18 years, are best-selling authors, podcast hosts, and Season 33 'The Amazing Race' winners. They join Sophia to discuss their new project, taking on the stigma of ADHD with their book "ADHD is Awesome."

The power couple opens up about Penn's ADHD diagnosis, reframing how people think about ADHD, dealing with 'time blindness,' the viral video that jump-started their company and the lessons they learned along the way!

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She became a household name in the 90s as the lead prosecutor in O.J. Simpson's trial, but her career in law was accidental. Marcia Clark initially wanted to be an actress!

Even though the prosecutor, author, and host had different career goals, she admits to Sophia that her interest in criminal law and solving mysteries started at a very young age! She also shares what it was like being in the eye of the storm during the trial of the century, the sexism directed at her, and how she felt when she first heard about the limited series The People v. O. J. Simpson: American Crime Story.

Plus, Marcia talks about her new podcast, 'Informants: Lawyer X,' which is about a high-profile defense attorney who turned police informer against her own clients, and that is just the tip of the iceberg! 'Informants: Lawyer X' is out now on Wondery+.

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Did you know Grubbs is the same person in real life as he was on your TV screens? Yup, it's true!

Sophia, Joy and Rob welcome Michael Grubbs who shares his interesting story of being discovered and how his creativity helped him get to know the cast before he ever filmed OTH. Joy shares how a bad prank led to Jackson running off set in tears!

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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.

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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.

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 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.

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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!

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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. 

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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!

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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.

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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??

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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. 

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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.

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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. 

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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. 

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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. 

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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.

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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!

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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!

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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.

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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!

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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.'

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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!

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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!

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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!

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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!

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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! 

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"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.

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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.

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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!

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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. 

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The Drama Queens tease an exciting announcement to come…

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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! 

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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.

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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. 

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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! 

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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. 
 

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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!

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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!” 

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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!

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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.

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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?!

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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. 

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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!

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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!

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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. 

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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. 

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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 of

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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."

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Paul Johansson directed this episode, so it’s fitting that he returns to dissect it. The Queens talk about his process and how it affected the show. They share what made this episode special in their eyes and Paul explains what made him run into the bathroom and cry! 

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Alisyn Camerota went from a punk rock teen to a respected journalist anchoring for CNN, and now she is an author sharing her story of survival and success in her new memoir, "Combat Love." 

Alisyn opens up to Sophia about chasing her dreams of being a journalist, her experience working at Fox News under Roger Ailes, including sexual harassment, not buying into their mission statement, and transitioning from Fox to rival network CNN. 

Alisyn also talks about her decision to write a memoir, how writing helped heal her relationship with her mother, and the power of music in her life! 

Alisyn Camerota's new book, "Combat Love: A Story of Leaving, Longing, and Searching for Home," is available now. 

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The girls get into a very charming villain, an especially gnarly time period, a world class jab and Sophia opens up about a difficult battle she hasn't gotten over losing.

Plus, find out why this episode in particular results in the girls getting made fun of the most!

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The girls discuss a OTH sequel series featuring original stars(!), They reminisce about great food, cheap drinks and good times and they reveal their favorite teenage dramas growing up! It’s hard hitting fan questions with down and dirty, thrilling answers!

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She lit up our screens in the iconic HBO series, The Sopranos and now she is inspiring people by opening up about her health journey.

Jamie-Lynn Sigler joins Sophia for an emotional chat about getting the role of a lifetime at 16 years of age, dealing with health problems at the height of her career, why she kept her diagnosis a secret, and the many women who helped her on her journey.

Plus, the actress tells all about her new podcast with Christina Applegate and the special bond they share.

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Hilarie reveals the support she got as Peyton dealt with a difficult journey on the show and takes the opportunity to open up about a similar real life experience. The girls discuss impulsiveness, being duped and the most appropriately placed inappropriate joke.  If anything could make you find a silver lining in trauma, it’s this episode.

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ABC News Correspondent Linsey Davis wanted to be a lawyer but found herself on a different path. Now, she's an award-winning journalist who anchors ABC News Live Prime and "World News Tonight" on the weekend. 

Linsey joins Sophia to talk about the moment she decided to pursue journalism and why, mentors who helped her along her journey, covering politics, and what it's like interviewing some of the biggest newsmakers in the world, including her thoughts on Hillary Clinton when the camera's stopped rolling. 

Plus, besides being an accomplished journalist, Linsey is also a best-selling author! She discusses the inspiration behind her sixth children's book, "Girls of the World: Doing More Than Ever Before." 

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This episode was Joy’s directorial debut! As you can imagine it involved a whirlwind of emotions as well as a fine line of learning on the fly, while not rocking the boat…too much. There was quite a lot of real-life imagery happening too, with a lot to be proud of, but also some relatable meltdowns.

Find out why the girls call this the best episode of the season.

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Broadway star and Academy Award-winning actress Ariana DeBose is taking on a new challenge...advocating for voting rights! 

Ariana joins Sophia to talk about her journey with identity as a queer Afro-Latina, how she got into showbiz, and what it was like working in Broadway shows for years, including "Hamilton," before hitting the big screen in the movie that 'changed her life,' Steven Spielberg's "West Side Story." She also reveals what she told the famed director before joining the cast, the types of projects she is working on now, and having the courage to pursue magic! 

Plus, Ariana talks about her important new role as ACLU Artist Ambassador for Voting Rights and what's at stake this election year! For more info, follow @aclu_nationwide on Instagram and vote.org. 

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Find out who (or what) the girls believe won the episode, why Kate slams Mia and what made Sophia very emotional.

Plus, the truth on both Mia and Chase and what really happened when James Van Der Beek came to set!

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Social media star, actress, and trans advocate Dylan Mulvaney gained a huge following after she started chronicling her gender transition on TikTok two years ago . . . but with fame came hate and transphobia. 

Dylan joins Sophia to talk about rising above the fray and thriving, dealing with transphobia, why she looks back on some of her original videos and cringes, debunking the ridiculous notion that she transitioned to become famous, Lady Gaga showing up for her, and her new music! 

Plus, Sophia talks about her year of Yes! In 2012, she and her best friend decided to say yes to everything that felt scary . . . Sophia reveals how that worked out for her!  

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Good fit, bad fit…Kate explains who should have been Mia’s romantic end game and who was hands down, a mistake. She shares a humiliating story that occured during filming and admits to sneaking easter eggs into her music!  What were they?!

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It’s a spicy Q&A day! Find out the last thing the girls Googled, what disgusts them, what answers from Joy and Sophia absolutely SHOCKED Hilarie...and so much more you never imagined you’d get to hear straight from them!

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Millennials will know Torrey DeVitto from some of the hottest TV shows of the early 2000s, such as One Tree Hill, The Vampire Diaries, and Pretty Little Liars! 

The 'Chicago Med' alum joins Sophia to chat about their time together on One Tree Hill, including how she emotionally prepared to play such an unstable character as Nanny Carrie and what it was like dealing with fan reactions on social media and in person. The actress also reveals what it was like growing up in a spiritual and rock n' roll household with a dad who was Billy Joel's drummer! 

Plus, Torrey opens up about why it was so important to share her personal experience with abortion, how her family felt about her going public, and the current threat to women's health.

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It's another case of every character dating each other's ex's on the show but the girls can't help but feel like they are watching something they shouldn't when it comes to Brooke and Julian's sexy new romance. Also, Chase and Mia double date with Haley and Nathan. A wild karaoke night ensues which leads Joy to reveal her most embarrassing karaoke moment.

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Journalist Joy-Ann Reid went from a "nerdy" kid who stayed past her bedtime to watch broadcast news to now fronting her own show! 

The MSNBC Host and New York Times Bestselling author joins Sophia to discuss finding her passion for journalism, why she majored in documentary filmmaking at Harvard, becoming cable TV's first black woman prime-time anchor, and what it's really like behind the scenes of a busy newsroom. 

Plus, Joy shares what it's been like meeting her civil rights heroes and talks about her new book, "Medgar and Myrlie: Medgar Evers and the Love Story That Awakened America." 

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There’s a lot to learn from what we don’t know.  Things become a little more clear as the girls piece together the truth about one of the characters. A spotlight reveals a crazy recurring plot line and an article from a real life part of the show gives a different perspective on the entir
e series.

Plus, an intriguing listener question gets answered and Hilarie shares an important safety secret.

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Jenny Cavnar is a trailblazer making history as the first female primary play-by-play announcer for an MLB team! 

Jenny joins Sophia to talk about working in a male-dominated environment, breaking barriers, the women who paved the path for her and handling sexist trolls. 

Jenny also discusses her path to her dream job, the importance of surrounding yourself with people who are rooting for you and pushing you outside your comfort zone, and how she juggles her career as a mom. 

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As One Tree Hill takes on its Hollywood storyline…the drama unfolds!  From James Van Der Beek, to Mouth, to Julian…there seems to be a bad boy complex on full display in this episode and the girls are ready to talk about it! Joy reluctantly comes clean about a fashion faux pas she insistent on for Haley.

Plus, with Kelsey on the pod, it’s time to get to the bottom of Gigi and her origin story!

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Clean energy should be a no-brainer, yet it feels stuck in political drama and doubt! 

U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer M. Granholm joins Sophia to help clarify the confusion on clean energy, including why it's going to bring millions of high-paying jobs, the tax incentives and credits available, and the President's goals of getting America to 100 percent clean electricity by 2035 and net zero carbon emissions in less than thirty years! 

Plus, the former governor of Michigan shares her political journey, revealing that she initially thought her husband would run for office instead of her! She reveals what happened to change her career path. 

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Kelsey came to Tree Hill at 13 years old and immediately started off on an awkward foot with a mix-up at her audition. But things worked out (obviously) and she went on to become the Gigi Silveri we all know and love. Find out how she painstakingly prepared for her first kiss ever, which took place ON THE SHOW…why it was the worst kiss ever and why Sophia was especially protective of her!

Plus, did someone say major crush? Find out who!

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The thrills come fast and furious as the listener questions continue to roll in! In this episode the girls reveal their favorite song to dance to, their dream girl's trip and what age brought them the best times in life so far. 

Plus, there’s behind-the-scenes tricks of the show, private birthday celebrations and find out what forced Sophia to pass on a big opportunity.”

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Bryan Greenberg has entertained fans on the big and small screen for over two decades, including playing fan favorite Jake Jaglieski on "One Tree Hill" . . . but now he is expanding his resume to include writer, producer, and director. 

Bryan joins Sophia to talk about his new movie, "Junction," and how his own brush with opioid abuse inspired it, how he got such an impressive cast to join him on set, including Sophia, and the four-year journey to make the movie. 

Bryan also talks about how and when he got into acting, how he and his lovely wife, Jamie Chung, juggle their careers and parenthood (they have twin boys)! Plus, a little 'One Tree Hill' behind-the-scenes chat you won't want to miss! 

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In this special episode, One Tree Hill travels back to the 1940s... Some serious drama happened behind the scenes in this episode and it all had to do with…melting wigs?! Revelations are revealed regarding Chad’s writing of the episode.

Plus, panic, a weird twist, and a real-life kiss we never knew about!

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Everybody loves Phil! 

The creator of "Everybody Loves Raymond" and "Somebody Feed Phil" joins Sophia for an engaging and funny chat about how he went from a struggling aspiring actor to a successful writer, producer, and author! 

Phil Rosenthal may be living his best life now, but he reveals the many odd jobs he did for many years before finding success! He also shares the lessons he learned along the way, listening to the universe when it speaks to you, and the real-life side-splitting story about signing up his parents for a fruit-of-the-month subscription, which ended badly but made for great TV! 

Plus, the duo talks about their love of food, traveling, Phil's new book with his daughter, and the 7th season of "Somebody Feed Phil," debuting March 1 on Netflix! 

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This episode brings back a ton of warm feelings and there’s lots of reasons why. All those plus, Brooke’s sassy mom era, the advice chair spinneth and find out what scene had Joy and Sophia swooning!

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It turns out (as you might expect) that one episode of Austin wasn’t nearly enough! So he’s back and this time he’s answering tons of fan questions! Find out why there was so much confusion (even for him) surrounding his character, why he’s not a fan of the moments that fans love most and what he still gets shamed about, even today!

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Austin Nichols is here with all the details regarding the inception of Julian Baker!  Find out about the drama that unfolded his very first day of filming, an on set crush-triangle, and why he sat by the phone waiting for a call to do the pod!

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The girls discuss the arrival of Austin Nichols to the show. They break down some amazing chemistry you may not have noticed. Plus, what happens when the show becomes a little too real?! It’s a good thing you’re here because there’s a lot going on!

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Another installment of listener Q&A brings about stories from the girls that we could only dream about. Juicy details on a love triangle, the girls most special people are revealed and things they wish they stole from the set. Plus, find out what went down at a party at the boy's beach house on their day off! And so much more!

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