Season 2

2023

Episode 1 Season Premiere October 2, 2023, 42 min Jennifer welcomes superfan couple Traci and Pat Jean-Baptiste, from Los Angeles, CA who had a surprise special guest, Jennifer Hudson, show up on their wedding day, creating a moment that…
Episode 2 Gwen Stefani, Niall Horan October 3, 2023, 42 min "The Voice" coaches Gwen Stefani and Niall Horan join Hudson in-studio to talk about Season 24.
Episode 3 Cody Rigsby October 4, 2023, 42 min Peloton instructor Cody Rigsby will join Jennifer to discuss his book Xoxo, Cody: An Opinionated Homosexual's Guide to Self-Love, Relationships, and Tactful Pettiness. Jennifer also welcomes Nina Wiley from Kansas…
Episode 4 Cedric The Entertainer October 5, 2023, 42 min Jennifer chats with comedian Cedric The Entertainer, talking about his debut novel "Flipping Boxcars" and his latest venture launching barbeque label AC Barbeque with fellow comedian, Anthony Anderson.
Episode 5 Shaquille O’Neal October 6, 2023, 42 min Season 2 premiere week wraps with NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal who discusses his upcoming gala "The Event" held in Las Vegas.
Episode 6 Reneé Rapp, Derek Fisher October 9, 2023, 42 min Reneé Rapp chats about her album "Snow Angel" and performs her single "Tummy Hurts." Five-time NBA champion and former Los Angeles Laker Derek Fisher stops by. Jennifer welcomes motivational speaker…
Episode 7 Tori Kelly October 10, 2023, 42 min Tori Kelly stops by to chat with Jennifer about her EP "tori." Jennifer welcomes the Laffin family, who made headlines for discovering the children they adopted separately are biologically related.
Episode 8 Robin Thicke October 11, 2023, 42 min Robin Thicke chats about "The Masked Singer," his television show on FOX. Jennifer welcomes pracademics Kristi Hadfield from Belpre, Ohio, and Molly Jones from Pennsboro, West Virginia.
Episode 9 Kevin Nealon October 12, 2023, 42 min Kevin Nealon stops by to talk about his new comedy tour. Jennifer welcomes medical students and friends Irvin Garcia and Alexis Aleman, who have gone viral for their social media…
Episode 10 Alex Rodriguez October 13, 2023, 42 min Alex Rodriguez from the Minnesota Timberwolves chats about OraPharma.
Episode 11 Pentatonix October 16, 2023, 42 min Pentatonix come by to talk about their tour and album "Pentatonix: The Greatest Christmas Hits." Jennifer welcomes WRCB affiliate anchor couple Cornelia Nicholson and Riley Nagel from Chattanooga, Tennessee, whose…
Episode 12 Ms. Pat October 17, 2023, 42 min Ms. Pat promotes her new BET judge series "Ms. Pat Settles It" and comedy tour "Ya Girl Done Made It." Jennifer welcomes viral dancer 6-year-old Salome Rivas ("Baby Salo") from…
Episode 13 Tiffani Thiessen October 18, 2023, 42 min Tiffani Thiessen discusses her cookbook, "Here We Go Again: Recipes and Inspiration to Level Up Your Leftovers." Jennifer welcomes 7-year-old author Cassidy Bridges from Brooklyn, New York, who went viral…
Episode 14 Taye Diggs October 19, 2023, 42 min Taye Diggs promotes his new podcast "You Had Me at Hello." Jennifer welcomes medical students and friends Irvin Garcia and Alexis Aleman from Los Angeles, California, whose social media page…
Episode 15 Tyler Cameron & Nick Viall October 20, 2023, 42 min Tyler Cameron & Nick Viall promote FOX's "Special Forces: World's Toughest Test." Jennifer welcomes 3Ls: Literacy, Leadership and Liberation founder Sabrina "Bri" Moore from Oakland, California. The nonprofit organization founder…
Episode 16 Carrie Ann Inaba October 23, 2023, 42 min Carrie Ann Inaba promotes "Dancing with the Stars." Jennifer surprises viral music group Biko's Manna, including NoBiko, Manna, and Mfundo. The trio of kids chat with Jennifer and perform. Jennifer…
Episode 17 Derek Hough October 24, 2023, 42 min Derek Hough returns to promote "Dancing with the Stars."
Episode 18 Jaime Camil October 25, 2023, 42 min Jaime Camil promotes his CBS game show "Lotería Loca." Jennifer welcomes pilot Zachary Anglin and his wife, Martyana, from Tulsa, Oklahoma. In 2019, Zack became the world's first quadruple amputee…
Episode 19 Chelsea Handler October 26, 2023, 42 min Chelsea Handler returns to promote her comedy tour "Little Big Bitch." Jennifer welcomes 12-year-old viral TikTokker Varonica Mitchell from Henderson, North Carolina. Varonica's videos have garnered millions of views online…
Episode 20 A’ja Wilson October 27, 2023, 42 min WNBA Las Vegas Aces' MVP champion A'ja Wilson
Episode 21 Chris Hardwick October 30, 2023, 42 min Chris Hardwick promotes his NBC game show "The Wall." Carly Pearce discusses her Country Music Made Me Do It Tour. Jennifer welcomes 5-year-old Jelijah Diaz from Miami, Florida, who is…
Episode 22 Halloween Show October 31, 2023, 42 min Coi Leray promotes her new album "Coi." Sheila E. chats with Jennifer about her CBS game show "Lotería Loca."
Episode 23 Smokey Robinson November 1, 2023, 42 min Smokey Robinson promotes his new album, "Gasms."
Episode 24 Octavia Spencer November 2, 2023, 42 min Octavia Spencer promotes the new projects she executive produced for ID/Discovery, "Feds" and "The Lost Women of Highway 20." Jennifer spotlights accordionist Irany from Mexicali, Mexico, who grew up in…
Episode 25 Alfonso Ribeiro November 3, 2023, 42 min Alfonso Ribeiro promotes "Dancing with the Stars" and "America's Funniest Home Videos." Jennifer welcomes first-grade teacher Sonja White from Desoto, Texas, who went viral after she created a mock trip…
Episode 26 Casey Wilson November 6, 2023, 42 min Casey Wilson chats about her show "The Great American Baking Show: Celebrity Edition." Jennifer welcomes Inzone Project founder Terrance Wallace from Chicago, IL, whose nonprofit organization provides educational opportunities for…
Episode 27 Deon Cole November 7, 2023, 42 min Deon Cole discusses his Netflix stand-up special, "The Improv: 60 & Still Standing." 12-time Olympic medalist Ryan Lochte will teach Jennifer how to swim. Jennifer welcomes back 6-year-old Luke Tillman…
Episode 28 Ryan Lochte November 8, 2023, 42 min 12-time Olympic medalist Ryan Lochte joins Jennifer in the studio. Jennifer welcomes viral UPS driver Carlos Cruz from New York, NY. Jennifer welcomes 5-year-old Colbie Durborow, along with her mom…
Episode 29 John Stamos November 9, 2023, 42 min John Stamos chats about his memoir "If You Would Have Told Me." Jennifer spotlights "America's Got Talent" tap dancer Justin Jackson.
Episode 30 Adrienne Bailon-Houghton & Israel Houghton November 10, 2023, 42 min Adrienne Bailon-Houghton and Israel Houghton stop by to chat with Jennifer. Jennifer welcomes body language expert Vanessa Van Edwards from Austin, TX, who is a best-selling author, speaker, teacher and…
Episode 31 Gabriel Iglesias, Ariana Madix November 13, 2023, 42 min Gabriel Iglesias promotes his comedy tour "Don't Worry Be Fluffy." Ariana Madix discusses competing on "Dancing With the Stars." Jennifer spotlights 14-year-old singer Reid Wilson from Montgomery, Alabama, who recently…
Episode 32 Mike and Kyra Epps November 14, 2023, 42 min Mike and Kyra Epps stop by to discuss their HGTV series, "Buying Back the Block." Jennifer welcomes Cori Salazar and her husband, Zak Salazar, from Mission Viejo, California, who are…
Episode 33 Mariah Carey November 15, 2023, 42 min Grammy Award-winning artist, "Queen of Christmas," and icon Mariah Carey stops by as part of the show's "Legends" series. Mariah will discuss her "Merry Christmas One and All!" tour.
Episode 34 Jose Andres November 16, 2023, 42 min Chef and restaurateur José Andrés promotes his graphic novel, "Feeding Dangerously: On the Ground with José Andrés," and World Central Kitchen.
Episode 35 Blake Shelton November 17, 2023, 42 min Country music superstar Blake Shelton discusses "Barmageddon" and the "Back to the Honky Tonk" tour. Jennifer welcomes 81-year-old Nora Langdon from Detroit, Michigan, a retired real estate broker turned professional…
Episode 36 Lil Rel Howery, Tara Lipinski November 20, 2023, 42 min Lil Rel Howery promotes his new movie "Dashing Through the Snow." Olympic gold medalist and world champion Tara Lipinski discusses her podcast "Unexpecting."
Episode 37 Adam Sandler November 21, 2023, 42 min Adam Sandler promotes his new movie "Leo" and the "I Missed You" tour. Jennifer welcomes teacher Alfred "Shivy" Brooks II and his wife Crystal from Atlanta. Alfred went viral after…
Episode 38 Eric McCormack November 22, 2023, 42 min Eric McCormack promotes "The Other Black Girl." Jennifer welcomes couple and educators Carrie and Brett Yancey, from Southside, Alabama, who are joined by their daughters Savannah, Sydney and Sarakate. The…
Episode 39 Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Tyla November 27, 2023, 42 min Da'Vine Joy Randolph promotes her movies "The Holdovers" and "Rustin." Tyla discusses her single "Water." Jennifer welcomes high school senior and future first-generation college student Dana Bolden from Jackson, Mississippi,…
Episode 40 Henry Winkler November 28, 2023, 42 min Henry Winkler returns to discuss his book, "Being Henry: The Fonz...and Beyond." Jennifer welcomes educator Angelique Williams and her 6-year-old student Emora from Cleveland, Ohio. Angelique is the dean of…
Episode 41 Ellie Goulding, Nick DiGiovanni, Kristoffer Polaha November 29, 2023, 42 min Ellie Goulding promotes her new album, "Higher Than Heaven." Nick DiGiovanni promotes his cookbook, "Knife Drop: Creative Recipes Anyone Can Cook" and his brand Osmo Salt. Kristoffer Polaha discusses the…
Episode 42 Winnie Harlow, Dionne Warwick, Damon Elliott November 30, 2023, 42 min Winnie Harlow promotes her skin care line, Cay Skin. Dionne Warwick and Damon Elliott discuss their song "I Kneel."
Episode 43 Dove Cameron December 1, 2023, 42 min Dove Cameron promotes herdebut album, "Alchemical." Jennifer welcomes 4-year-old bug expert Jeremiah Davis and his mom, Taneika Weaver, from Douglasville, Georgia. Jeremiah makes educational TikTok videos about his bug knowledge.…
Episode 44 Jeannie Mai, Nick Kyrgios December 4, 2023, 42 min Jeannie Mai promotes herCBS game show "Raid the Cage." Australian tennis player Nick Kyrgios discusses his talk series "Good Trouble." Jennifer welcomes DJ Brian Phoenix from Saco, Maine, whose video…
Episode 45 Ayesha Curry December 5, 2023, 42 min Ayesha Curry discusses herskin care line Sweet July Skin. Jennifer welcomes back 11-year-old kid reporter Jeremiah Fennell and his mom, Lorraine Golden. Jeremiah will chat with Jennifer about what he's…
Episode 46 Darius Rucker December 6, 2023, 42 min Darius Rucker promotes his new album "Carolyn's Boy."
Episode 47 Demi Lovato, Ally Brooke, Davido December 7, 2023, 42 min Demi Lovato promotes her Roku special "A Very Demi Holiday Special." Ally Brooke discusses her Christmas EP "Under the Tree." Grammy-nominated artist Davido will perform a medley of his songs…
Episode 48 Matthew McConaughey December 8, 2023, 42 min Matthew McConaughey discusses hischildren's book "Just Because" and Pantalones Organic Tequila. Jennifer welcomes It's Bigger Than Us founder Tyrone Nance from Inglewood, California, whose nonprofit, established in 2020, provides solution-based…
Episode 49 ‘American Fiction’ Cast, Melissa Peterman December 11, 2023, 42 min The cast of "American Fiction," including Jeffrey Wright, Tracee Ellis Ross, and Erika Alexander stop by. Melissa Peterman promotes the FOX game show "Person, Place, or Thing."
Episode 50 Tony Shalhoub December 12, 2023, 42 min Tony Shalhoub chats about "Mr. Monk's Last Case: A Monk Movie." Jennifer welcomes 15-year-old Dejuan "DJ" Strickland from St. Louis, Missouri, who made headlines for raising money to eliminate school…
Episode 51 The Property Brothers December 13, 2023, 42 min "Property Brothers" Drew and Jonathan Scott chat about "Celebrity IOU." Jennifer welcomes superfan 11-year-old Ar'Miah Gilchrist, her parents Mariah and Jamie, and her brothers Jamie, Cayden, and Christian from Prince…
Episode 52 Janelle Monáe December 14, 2023, 42 min Janelle Monáe discusses her album "The Age of Pleasure."
Episode 53 The Cast of ‘The Color Purple’ December 15, 2023, 42 min The iconic Oprah Winfrey, director Blitz Bazawule and the cast of "The Color Purple," including Fantasia Barrino Taylor, Danielle Brooks, Taraji P. Henson, Phylicia Pearl Mpasi, Corey Hawkins and Colman…
Episode 54 Jason Momoa December 22, 2023, 42 min Jason Momoa promotes his new film "Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom." Jennifer welcomes two-time Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter and guitarist Raul Midón from Laurel, MD. Originally from New Mexico, Raul was…
Episode 55 Kumail Nanjiani, Teddy Swims January 2, 2024, 42 min Kumail Nanjiani discusses his new film"Migration." Teddy Swims performs his hit song "Lose Control" from his debut album, "I've Tried Everything But Therapy, Part 1."
Episode 56 Tia Mowry January 3, 2024, 42 min Tia Mowry discusses her new cooking series"Not Like Mama" and her hair care line, 4U by Tia. Jennifer welcomes back motivational speaker Alethea Crimmins from Lafayette, LA, who will be…
Episode 57 Howie Mandel January 4, 2024, 42 min Howie Mandel returns to the show to discuss"AGT: Fantasy League" and "Deal Or No Deal."
Episode 58 Roy Wood Jr., Joshua Weissman January 5, 2024, 42 min Roy Wood Jr. promotes hiscomedy tour, "America: For The Last Time." Chef and digital personality Joshua Weissman discusses hiscookbook "Joshua Weissman: Texture Over Taste" and does a cooking demo. Jennifer…
Episode 59 Mario Lopez January 8, 2024, 42 min Mario Lopez promotes his hosting duties on "Access." Jennifer welcomes back content creator Ulysses "Uly" Morazan. Ulysses will chat with Jennifer about dating in the new year and New Year's…
Episode 60 Garcelle Beauvais January 9, 2024, 42 min Garcelle Beauvais discusses "The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills." Jennifer spotlights country-singing trio Remember Monday from London, U.K. The group is comprised of Lauren Byrne, Holly-Anne Hull, and Charlotte Steele,…
Episode 61 Jerry O’Connell January 10, 2024, 42 min Jerry O'Connell promotes his game show "Pictionary." Jennifer welcomes Kelly Flowers from Dallas, TX, the founder of non-profit Women Leading Technology, which focuses on bringing diversity and equity into the…
Episode 62 Rich Paul, Saint Harison January 11, 2024, 42 min Rich Paul promotes his book "Lucky Me: A Memoir of Changing the Odds." Saint Harison performs his hit song "Ego Talkin." Jennifer welcomes 6-year-old Nathan Katcher and his mother, Rachel,…
Episode 63 Molly Sims, Niecy Nash-Betts January 12, 2024, 42 min Molly Sims discusses her skincare line YSE Beauty and her podcast "Lipstick on the Rim." Niecy Nash-Betts discusses her movie"Origin." Jennifer welcomes Olympic fencer Arianna Choi from Orlando, FL, who…
Episode 64 Kaley Cuoco January 15, 2024, 42 min Kaley Cuoco discusses her film "Role Play" and her pet line Oh Norman! Jennifer welcomes Arlene Felder from Burlington, New Jersey, who is the founder of Glassy Brown Cookies. After…
Episode 65 Craig Robinson, Shanola Hampton January 16, 2024, 42 min Craig Robinson promotes his Peacock comedy series "Killing It." Shanola Hampton discusses her NBC drama series "Found." Jennifer will spotlight singer Gabriel Henrique from Brazil, who was recently made it…
Episode 66 Reggie Watts January 17, 2024, 42 min Reggie Watts discusses his book "Great Falls, MT: Fast Times, Post-Punk Weirdos and a Tale of Coming Home Again." Jennifer welcomes closet therapist Shaniece Jones from Los Angeles, California, who…
Episode 67 Lilly Singh January 18, 2024, 42 min Lilly Singh discusses her children's animated series "The Mindful Adventures of Unicorn Island." Jennifer welcomes body language expert Vanessa Van Edwards from Austin, Texas, who is a best-selling author, speaker,…
Episode 68 Heidi Klum January 19, 2024, 42 min Heidi Klum promotes "America's Got Talent: Fantasy League." Jennifer welcomes animal communicator Nikki Vasconez from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Nikki is an attorney-turned-animal communicator who offers her clients readings with their pets…
Episode 69 Common January 22, 2024, 42 min Common promotes his new book, "And Then We Rise." Jennifer welcomes Tiffany Miranda from Los Angeles, CA, who is the founder of Girls Make Beats. The nonprofit organization empowers young…
Episode 70 Anthony Anderson & Doris Bowman January 23, 2024, 42 min Anthony Anderson and Doris Bowman promote their game show"We Are Family." Jennifer welcomes back Leanne Zapanta, and her husband, Raz, from Mission Hills, CA. Leanne and Raz visited the show…
Episode 71 Paris Hilton & Kathy Hilton, Joel Kim Booster January 24, 2024, 42 min Paris Hilton promotes"Paris In Love" and her podcast, "Trapped In Treatment." Paris is joined by her mother Kathy Hilton. Joel Kim Booster discusses his Freeform series"Chrissy & Dave Dine Out."…
Episode 72 Mel B January 25, 2024, 42 min Mel B discusses "America's Got Talent: Fantasy League." Jennifer welcomes celebrity chef Lorenzo Espada, aka "Eat with Zo," from Charlotte, NC, who is best recognized for posting popular cooking tutorials…
Episode 73 Snoop Dogg January 26, 2024, 42 min Snoop Dogg discusses his new movie"The Underdoggs." Jennifer welcomes back etiquette expert and best-selling author Myka Meier from New York, NY, who is the founder of Beaumont Etiquette and co-founder…
Episode 74 Charlie Wilson January 29, 2024, 42 min Charlie Wilson promotes his new single "Superman." Jennifer welcomes community activist Devine Carama from Lexington, Kentucky, who is a motivational speaker and runs the nonprofit ONE Lexington. The nonprofit group…
Episode 75 Anthony Hamilton January 30, 2024, 42 min Singer-songwriter Anthony Hamilton stops by.
Episode 76 Joey Graziadei, Harvey Mason Jr., Derek Fisher January 31, 2024, 42 min The Bachelor Joey Graziadei comes by. CEO of The Recording Academy Harvey Mason Jr. promotes the66th Annual Grammy Awards. Former Los Angeles Laker and five-time NBA champion Derek Fisher stops…
Episode 77 D-Nice February 1, 2024, 42 min DJ, actor, and producer D-Nice joins Jennifer on the show.
Episode 78 Kylie Minogue February 2, 2024, 42 min Pop icon Kylie Minogue stops by the show.
Episode 79 Rev Run February 5, 2024, 42 min Rev Run promotes "Kings from Queens: The Run DMC Story." Jennifer welcomes Los Angeles Room & Board founder Sam Prater from Los Angeles, California, whose organization helps ensure students can…
Episode 80 Chrissy Teigen February 6, 2024, 42 min Chrissy Teigen discusses "Chrissy & Dave Dine Out" and her baking brand Cravings by Chrissy Teigen.
Episode 81 Beth Behrs, David Guetta February 7, 2024, 42 min Beth Behrs promotes her CBS comedy series "The Neighborhood." David Guetta discusses his new single, "When We Were Young," featuring Kim Petras.
Episode 82 Monica, Black Pumas February 8, 2024, 42 min Grammy-winning R&B singer Monica stops by! Black Pumas will perform their latest single "Ice Cream (Pay Phone)" from their album "Chronicles of a Diamond." Jennifer welcomes 4-year-old preschool student Summer…
Episode 83 The Big Game, Babyface February 9, 2024, 42 min Jennifer Hudson gets ready for the Big Game! Musical artist Babyface promotes his album "Girls Night Out."
Episode 84 Donald Faison, Bobby Berk February 12, 2024, 42 min Donald Faison promtoes his comedy series "Extended Family." Bobby Berk discusses the new season of "Queer Eye" and his Tri Pointe Homes partnership.
Episode 85 Sarah Silverman February 13, 2024, 42 min Sarah Silverman promotes "Stupid Pet Tricks." Basketball coach "Lethal Shooter" Chris Matthews preps Jennifer for the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game. Jennifer welcomes Amber Kemp-Gerstel from Miami, Florida, who is a…
Episode 86 Coco Jones February 14, 2024, 42 min Coco Jones stops by the show for a special Valentine's Day Celebration. Astrologer Jennifer Freed, author of the book "A Map to Your Soul," offers a Valentine's Day astrology demo.
Episode 87 Gina Torres, Lil Mike February 15, 2024, 42 min Gina Torres promotes her show "9-1-1: Lone Star." Jennifer welcomes back 5-year-old Lil Mike and his dad, Mike Jones, from Williamsburg, Virginia, who first appeared earlier in the season. Lil…
Episode 88 Billy Gardell February 16, 2024, 42 min Billy Gardell discusses his comedy series "Bob Hearts Abishola." Jennifer welcomes Shay Jefferson from Belton, Missouri, who is the founder and Executive Director of Family Resource Center. The nonprofit provides…
Episode 89 will.i.am, Brian & Mika Kleinschmidt February 19, 2024, 42 min will.i.am discusses his two AI-powered entertainment initiatives, FYI.Ai and Sound Drive. Brian and Mika Kleinschmidt from "100 Day Dream Home" kick off HGTV Week!
Episode 90 Erin & Ben Napier, Page Turner, Brandy Clark February 20, 2024, 42 min HGTV Week continues with Erin & Ben Napier (HGTV's "Home Town"). Page Turner (HGTV's "Rock the Block") stops by. Brandy Clark discusses her self-titled album. Jennifer welcomes Baileigh Sinaman-Daniel from…
Episode 91 Egypt Sherrod & Mike Jackson, Sanaa Lathan February 21, 2024, 42 min HGTV Week continues with Egypt Sherrod & Mike Jackson from HGTV's "Married to Real Estate." Sanaa Lathan promotes her new Audible series "The Justice."
Episode 92 Cole & Chelsea DeBoer, Kane Brown February 22, 2024, 42 min HGTV Week continues with Cole & Chelsea DeBoer (HGTV's "Down Home Fab." Kane Brown promotes his In The Air tour and his new single, "I Can Feel It."
Episode 93 Drew & Jonathan Scott, Dave & Jenny Marrs, Lil Jon February 23, 2024, 42 min HGTV Week continues with Drew & Jonathan Scott (HGTV's "Celebrity IOU"). Dave & Jenny Marrs (HGTV's "Fixer to Fabulous" and "Fixer to Fabulous: Italiano") stop by. Lil Jon discusses his…
Episode 94 Derek Hough February 26, 2024, 42 min Derek Hough stops by to talk about the "Symphony of Dance" tour. Jennifer welcomes Route 1 founder Marcus Carpenter from Minneapolis, Minnesota, whose organization increases food access and decreases the…
Episode 95 Karen Pittman February 27, 2024, 42 min Karen Pittman comes by to discuss her Apple TV+ series "The Morning Show." Jennifer then welcomes teen archers Caelan and Milla Shanklin — the Shanklin Twins — from Castle Rock,…
Episode 96 Shemar Moore February 28, 2024, 42 min "S.W.A.T." star Shemar Moore joins Jennifer in the studio. Jennifer then welcomes teen archers Caelan and Milla Shanklin — the Shanklin Twins — from Castle Rock, Colorado, who both hold…
Episode 97 Magic Johnson, Nicole Avant February 29, 2024, 42 min The legendary Magic Johnson stops by to chat with Jennifer. Nicole Avant, author of the memoir "Think You'll Be Happy: Moving Through Grief with Grit, Grace and Gratitude," joins Jennifer…
Episode 98 La La Anthony, Nichelle Lewis March 1, 2024, 42 min La La Anthony of Starz's "BMF" joins Jennifer in the studio. Plus, Jennifer interviews Nichelle Lewis, who will perform "Home" from the original Broadway musical "The Wiz."
Episode 99 Tichina Arnold March 4, 2024, 42 min Tichina Arnold from "The Neighborhood" drops by. Jennifer welcomes back David Riherd, the co-founder of Wildlife Learning Center (WLC), a zoological park in Sylmar, California, with baby animals, including baby…
Episode 100 Ziggy Marley March 5, 2024, 42 min Ziggy Marley discusses the documentary "Bob Marley: One Love." Pet trainer Brandon McMillan from "Lucky Dog Reunions" brings his furry friends to the show.
Episode 101 Jon Cryer & Abigail Spencer March 6, 2024, 42 min Jon Cryer and Abigail Spencer promote "Extended Family." Jennifer welcomes viral professional figure skaters Mariyah Gerber and Peter Gerber from Phoenix, Arizona, who met while performing for Disney on Ice…
Episode 102 Daniel Dae Kim March 7, 2024, 42 min Daniel Dae Kim promotes his Netflix series "Avatar: The Last Airbender." Jennifer welcomes Melissa Carnegie from Charlotte, North Carolina, who created Kicks & Fros, a digital lifestyle brand and community…
Episode 103 Offset, Wolfgang Puck March 8, 2024, 42 min Offset visits to chat about his "Set It Off" tour. Jennifer welcomes Daughter Sister Stepper Dancer (DSSD) step coach LaTodda Wallace from Atlanta, Georgia, whose youth program serves ages 4…
Episode 104 James Pickens Jr. March 11, 2024, 42 min James Pickens Jr. will discuss "Grey's Anatomy." Jennifer welcomes Curls on the Block founder Analise Harris from West Covina, CA. As a Black educator in her Colorado school, Analise says…
Episode 105 JoJo Siwa, Allison Holker & Maksim Chmerkovskiy March 12, 2024, 42 min "So You Think You Can Dance" judges JoJo Siwa, Allison Holker, and Maksim Chmerkovskiy stop by.
Episode 106 Jesse Palmer, Shaun Robinson March 13, 2024, 42 min Jesse Palmer will promote "The Bachelor." Shaun Robinson will discuss TLC's "90 Day: The Single Life Tell All." Jennifer welcomes Savaree "Sav" Hazard-Chaney from Providence, RI, who founded Tuft X…
Episode 107 Minnie Driver, Jonny Moseley, ‘Love Is Blind’ Cast Members March 14, 2024, 42 min Minnie Driver will discuss her new movie "Uproar." Olympic gold medalist and freestyle skier Jonny Moseley stops by. "Love Is Blind" cast members Clay Gravesande, AD Smith, Johnny McIntyre &…
Episode 108 Boris Kodjoe, Kate Flannery March 15, 2024, 42 min Boris Kodjoe will promote his ABC drama series "Station 19." Jennifer welcomes viral sensation 4-year-old Christopher Bess and his dad Reginald, from Tarboro, NC, also known as "Coach Chris" for…
Episode 109 Joe Manganiello March 18, 2024, 42 min Joe Manganiello promotes "Deal or No Deal Island." Jennifer welcomes Dre'Shon Jackson from Florence, SC. Last month, a video of Dre'Shon reacting to his acceptance letter from Harvard University went…
Episode 110 Melissa Rauch, Joey Fatone & AJ McLean March 19, 2024, 42 min Melissa Rauch discusses "Night Court." Joey Fatone & AJ McLean promote their "A Legendary Night" Tour.
Episode 111 Sara Bareilles, Busy Philipps, Paula Pell, & Renée Elise Goldsberry, Nathalie Emmanuel March 20, 2024, 42 min Sara Bareilles, Busy Philipps, Paula Pell, and Renée Elise Goldsberry discuss the new season of "Girls5Eva." Nathalie Emmanuel promotes "Arthur The King."
Episode 112 Toni Braxton & Cedric the Entertainer, Melissa Benoist, Carla Gugino, Natasha Behnam, & Christina Elmore March 21, 2024, 42 min Toni Braxton & Cedric the Entertainer promote their Las Vegas residency "Love & Laughter." Melissa Benoist, Carla Gugino, Natasha Behnam, and Christina Elmore discuss drama series "The Girls on The…
Episode 113 Phil Keoghan, Lisa Rinna March 22, 2024, 42 min Phil Keoghan discusses "The Amazing Race." Lisa Rinna stops by.
Episode 114 Alison Brie March 25, 2024, 42 min Alison Brie discusses her new Peacock series "Apples Never Fall." Jennifer welcomes 4-year-old Leila Danai and her mother, Mildred Munjanganja, from Pompano Beach, FL, who went viral for telling her…
Episode 115 Jerrod Carmichael March 26, 2024, 42 min Jerrod Carmichael promotes his HBO series "Jerrod Carmichael Reality Show." Jennifer welcomes neuroscientist and popular online content creator Emily McDonald from Fort Lauderdale, FL. While studying neuroscience, Emily found it…
Episode 116 Gina Rodriguez, Carla Hall March 27, 2024, 42 min Gina Rodriguez discusses her ABC series "Not Dead Yet." Carla Hall ("Chasing Flavor") will perform a cooking demo. Jennifer welcomes Jenn Drummond from Park City, UT, a mom of seven…
Episode 117 Kenya Barris, Jamie Kern Lima March 28, 2024, 42 min Kenya Barris discusses his BET+ series "Diarra From Detroit." Jamie Kern Lima promotes her book "Worthy."
Episode 118 Jenna Dewan March 29, 2024, 42 min Spring Celebration! Jenna Dewan promotes her ABC series "The Rookie." Jennifer welcomes Kina Evans from Hayward, CA. Kina is a middle school special education teacher at Caesar Chavez Middle School…
Episode 119 Joel McHale April 1, 2024, 42 min Joel McHale chats about his television show "Animal Control."
Episode 120 Bill Bellamy April 2, 2024, 42 min Bill Bellamy promotes his upcoming comedy tour. Jennifer welcomes Tyara Lee from Upland, CA. Despite facing adversity as a foster youth in Compton, Tyara defied expectations and financed her education…
Episode 121 Tarek El Moussa April 3, 2024, 42 min Tarek El Moussa discusses his television show "Flip Your Life: How to Find Opportunities in Distress." Jennifer welcomes Andini Makosinski, a young inventor and Gen Z financial expert. Most recently,…
Episode 122 Sara Gilbert April 4, 2024, 42 min Sara Gilbert chats about her sitcom "The Conners." Jennifer welcomes Alex George from Philadelphia, PA. Alex is a TikTok creator on a quest to make every chocolate chip cookie recipe…
Episode 123 Patton Oswalt April 5, 2024, 42 min Patton Oswalt discusses his movie "Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire." Jennifer welcomes 20-month-old Zoey Cartagena and her parents Alexis and Tony from Maplewood, NJ. A video of Zoey pointing to her skin…
Episode 124 Quinta Brunson, Tabitha Brown April 8, 2024, 42 min "Abbott Elementary" creator and star Quinta Brunson stops by to kick off "Abbott Elementary" Week on "The Jennifer Hudson Show." Author and social media personality Tabitha Brown joins us to…
Episode 125 Tyler James Williams, Dorian Missick April 9, 2024, 42 min Tyler James Williams from "Abbott Elementary" stops by. Dorian Missick stops by to talk about his new film, "Shirley," a biopic about trailblazing politician Shirley Chisholm. Jennifer welcomes Ford McLiney…
Episode 126 Janelle James, William Stanford Davis April 10, 2024, 42 min Janelle James and William Stanford Davis from "Abbott Elementary" stop by the studio. Jennifer then welcomes Bryan Ross from Beaumont, California, a P.E. teacher and coach at Ánimo Venice Charter…
Episode 127 Sheryl Lee Ralph, Chris Perfetti April 11, 2024, 42 min "Abbott Elementary" stars Sheryl Lee Ralph and Chris Perfetti visit the show. Jennifer then welcomes Scripps National Spelling Bee winner Dev Shah from Largo, Florida. Next, Anthony Sanchez from Fort…
Episode 128 Lisa Ann Walter, Chef Kwame April 12, 2024, 42 min Lisa Ann Walter from "Abbott Elementary" stops by. Chef Kwame joins Jennifer in a cooking demo. Jennifer welcomes 17-year-old Dr. Dorothy Tillman from Chicago, Illinois, who recently made headlines for…
Episode 129 Nikki & Brie Garcia, Jason Tartick April 15, 2024, 42 min Nikki and Brie Garcia from "The Nikki & Brie Show" join us in studio. "The Bachelor" alum, author, and financial expert Jason Tartick discusses his book "Talk Money to Me."
Episode 130 ‘Young Sheldon’ Cast April 16, 2024, 42 min Iain Armitage, Montana Jordan, Raegan Revord, Lance Barber, Zoe Perry, Annie Potts, and Emily Osment from "Young Sheldon" stop by for a visit. Jennifer also welcomes Linda Piston, a child…
Episode 131 Sheryl Crow, Sabrina Elba April 17, 2024, 42 min Singer Sheryl Crow chats with Jennifer about her new album, "Evolution." Sabrina Elba from S'ABLE Labs Skincare also stops by. Jennifer then welcomes Dr. Luke Wood of Sacramento, California. Last…
Episode 132 Rita Moreno, Val & Maks Chmerkovskiy, Scott Hamilton April 18, 2024, 42 min As part of our Legend Series, the iconic Rita Moreno joins Jennifer to talk about her film "The Prank." Dance superstars and brothers Val and Maks Chmerkovskiy visit. Olympic gold…
Episode 133 Ego Nwodim April 19, 2024, 42 min "Saturday Night Live" star Ego Nwodim stops by. Jennifer welcomes Dakota Patton, a 6-year-old makeup artist from Savannah, Georgia. Known for her remarkable talent in special effects makeup, Dakota has…
Episode 134 George Lopez, Golda Rosheuvel April 22, 2024, 42 min "Lopez vs. Lopez" star George Lopez joins Jennifer in the studio. Golda Rosheuvel, "Bridgerton's" Queen Charlotte, stops by. Jennifer welcomes Jack Dalton of Manchester, New Hampshire. Jack, an eighth-grade student,…
Episode 135 Giancarlo Esposito April 23, 2024, 42 min Giancarlo Esposito stops by to discuss his two new series, "Parish" and "The Gentlemen."
Episode 136 Elisabeth Moss April 24, 2024, 42 min Elisabeth Moss visits the show to talk about her new spy thriller series, "The Veil." Jennifer welcomes Ossiereen "Ms. Ojay" Jones of Lawrenceville, Georgia. Ms. Ojay reached out to share…
Episode 137 Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Milla Jovovich April 25, 2024, 42 min Jesse Tyler Ferguson, host of the podcast "Dinner's On Me with Jesse Tyler Ferguson," stops by the studio. Milla Jovovich chats with Jennifer about co-starring together in the new action…
Episode 138 Zendaya April 26, 2024, 42 min Zendaya drops by to chat about playing a tennis coach in her new feature film, "Challengers." Jennifer welcomes Angelica May and Imeek Watkins from Wilmington, North Carolina, who recently gained…
Episode 139 Mike Epps April 29, 2024, 42 min Mike Epps from "The Upshaws" stops by. Jennifer then welcomes Jonna Mendez of Reston, Virginia, a former CIA chief of disguise often likened to "Q" from the James Bond novels.…
Episode 140 ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Stars April 30, 2024, 42 min "Grey's Anatomy" stars Kim Raver, Caterina Scorsone, and Camilla Luddington visit the show. Next, siblings Biko, Manna, and Mfundo Nhlangothi from the viral musical group Biko's Manna stop by. Jennifer…
Episode 141 Cher May 1, 2024, 42 min Jennifer interviews Grammy Award-winning icon Cher! Next, Jennifer welcomes the Snelson family from McKinney, Texas. Ashley and her husband Theron are huge fans of Jennifer's and wrote to the show…
Episode 142 Reba McEntire May 2, 2024, 42 min Country music legend and "The Voice" coach Reba McEntire is in the house! Ray and Eilyn Jimenez from HGTV's "Divided by Design" also join Jennifer in the studio. Next, Jennifer…
Episode 143 Hannah Waddingham May 3, 2024, 42 min Hannah Waddingham stops by to chat about "The Fall Guy" and "The Garfield Movie." Jennifer then welcomes Kay Cox of Houston, Texas, a kid golfer who recently went viral for…
Episode 144 Meghan Trainor May 6, 2024, 42 min Singer Meghan Trainor stops by to chat about her new album, "Timeless." Jennifer also welcomes Nexstar's Remarkable Women to the show.
Episode 145 Hannah Einbinder & Paul W. Downs May 7, 2024, 42 min Hannah Einbinder and Paul W. Downs from "Hacks" visit the studio. Jennifer then welcomes Mark Raymond Jr. from New Orleans, Louisiana. Mark is the founder and CEO of The Split…
Episode 146 Kerry Washington & ‘UnPrisoned’ Cast, Cece Winans May 8, 2024, 42 min The cast of "UnPrisoned" — Kerry Washington, Delroy Lindo, Faly Rakotohavana, Jee Young Han, Marque Richardson and Jordyn McIntosh — are in the studio! Gospel legend CeCe Winans also stops…
Episode 147 Sherri Shepherd May 9, 2024, 42 min The multi-talented Sherri Shepherd, star of "Sherri," is in the studio. Jennifer then welcomes Autumn Goodman, a teacher from Rolling Hills Elementary in Orlando, Florida. Autumn has garnered 5.7 million…
Episode 148 Valerie Bertinelli, Tara Lipinski May 10, 2024, 42 min Actress and best-selling author Valerie Bertinelli visits to discuss her new cookbook, "Indulge: Delicious and Decadent Dishes to Enjoy and Share." Olympic figure skater, actress, and TV commentator Tara Lipinski…
Episode 149 Jurnee Smollett, Cast of “All American” May 13, 2024, 42 min Jurnee Smollett, the star of "We Grown Now," stops by the studio. Next, Jennifer welcomes the cast of "All American" — Bre-Z, Daniel Ezra, Greta Onieogou, Michael Evans Behling, Monet…
Episode 150 Chris Stapleton May 14, 2024, 42 min Chris Stapleton is in the house to talk about his new album, "Higher," and his upcoming "All-American Road Show" tour. Jennifer also welcomes etiquette expert Myka Meier from New York,…
Episode 151 Wanda Sykes May 15, 2024, 42 min The hilarious Wanda Sykes from "The Upshaws" discusses her "Please & Thank You" comedy tour. Jennifer then welcomes father and daughter Chris Locke from Newark, Delaware, and Kat Locke-Jones, 33,…
Episode 152 Dulé Hill May 16, 2024, 42 min Dulé Hill visits to discuss his PBS documentary series "The Express Way with Dulé Hill." Jennifer highlights the national tour of "MJ the Musical." Jennifer then warmly welcomes identical twin…
Episode 153 Wiz Khalifa May 17, 2024, 42 min Rapper and singer Wiz Khalifa stops by to chat with Jennifer.
Episode 154 Tyler Cameron May 20, 2024, 42 min Former star of "The Bachelorette" Tyler Cameron stops by to discuss his new house renovation series, "Going Home with Tyler Cameron." Jennifer then welcomes viral father-and-daughter duo Jay and Tatum…
Episode 155 Fat Joe, Le Sserafim May 21, 2024, 42 min Renowned rapper Fat Joe visits the studio and chats about Rewind It 10 hair color for men. South Korean girl group Le Sserafim — Sakura, Kim Chae-won, Huh Yun-jin, Kazuha,…
Episode 156 Diane Lane May 22, 2024, 42 min Diane Lane, star of "A Man in Full" and "Feud: Capote vs. The Swans," stops by. Jennifer also welcomes fourth-grade teacher Marcus Bornslater, aka "Mr. B," from Dallas, Texas. The…
Episode 157 Shonda Rhimes, Élodie Yung May 23, 2024, 42 min The incomparable Shonda Rhimes is in the studio as Season 3 of the wildly popular "Bridgerton" kicks off. "The Cleaning Lady" star Élodie Yung chats about her drama series. Jennifer…
Episode 158 Ernie Hudson May 24, 2024, 42 min Ernie Hudson is in the studio to chat with Jennifer about his TV show "The Family Business."
Episode 159 Jay Pharoah, Tanner Adell May 28, 2024, 42 min Comedian and actor Jay Pharoah is in the studio to talk about hosting his new game show, "The Quiz with Balls." Country singer (and Beyoncé collaborator) Tanner Adell stops by…
Episode 160 Mindy Kaling, Los Angeles Sparks May 29, 2024, 42 min Mindy Kaling sits down with Jennifer to discuss skin care line Lion Pose. Next, Jennifer visits with Cameron Brink, Dearica Hamby, Lexie Brown, and Rickea Jackson from the Los Angeles…
Episode 161 Pam Grier May 30, 2024, 42 min The iconic Pam Grier stops by to talk about Season 2 of her TV series "Them: The Scare." Jennifer then chats with second-grader Bailey Butts and first-graders Ashton Tyler and…
Episode 162 Sarah Jakes Roberts May 31, 2024, 42 min Bestselling author Sarah Jakes Roberts is here to talk about her book "Power Moves: Igniting Your Confidence and Becoming a Force."
Episode 163 Ben Platt, Malika Andrews June 3, 2024, 42 min Actor and singer Ben Platt stops by to talk about his third album, "Honeymind." Malika Andrews from ESPN's "NBA Today" and "NBA Countdown" also visits. Jennifer then chats with kid…
Episode 164 Morris Chestnut, Kathy Swarts, Susan Noles June 4, 2024, 42 min The talented Morris Chestnut discusses his TV series "Diarra from Detroit." Next, "The Golden Bachelor" alums and "Golden Hour" podcast hosts Kathy Swarts and Susan Noles are in the studio.
Episode 165 Glen Powell, Carl Clemons-Hopkins June 5, 2024, 42 min Glen Powell is here to chat about his new noir comedy film "Hit Man." Next, "Hacks" star Carl Clemons-Hopkins stops by to talk about the hit series. Jennifer then welcomes…
Episode 166 Shay Mitchell, Ray & Eilyn Jimenez June 6, 2024, 42 min Shay Mitchell visits to discuss her MAX series "Thirst with Shay Mitchell," where she explores drinks from around the world. "Divided by Design" stars Ray and Eilyn Jimenez also stop…
Episode 167 Ron Funches June 7, 2024, 42 min The hilarious Ron Funches is here to talk about his TV series "Loot." Jennifer then welcomes Akayla Joseph from Houston, Texas, who teaches first grade at Winship Elementary, a Title…
Episode 168 Marla Gibbs June 10, 2024, 42 min The iconic star of "The Jeffersons" and "227" Marla Gibbs stops by to chat about her new role in the series "Not Dead Yet." Jennifer then welcomes engaged couple Samuel…
Episode 169 Retta June 11, 2024, 42 min Retta visits the show to discuss her new movie, "Hit Man."
Episode 170 Mickey Guyton, Scotty McCreery June 12, 2024, 42 min Country star Mickey Guyton is in the studio with her new single "Make It Me." "American Idol" winner and fellow country crooner Scotty McCreery also stops by to chat about…
Episode 171 Alex Rodriguez, Gerry Turner June 13, 2024, 42 min Retired Major League Baseball superstar Alex Rodriguez is here to talk about owning the Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx, plus why he's teaming up with OraPharma. The Golden Bachelor Gerry Turner…
Episode 172 Ms. Pat June 14, 2024 Ms. Pat from "Ms. Pat Settles It" is here to talk about her comedy tour "Ya Girl Done Made It." Jennifer then welcomes viral dancer 6-year-old Salomé Rivas ("Baby Salo") from Miami, Florida, who…