Reclaiming with Monica Lewinsky

In this deeply soulful and wide-ranging conversation, Monica sits down with singer, songwriter, and now record label founder Kesha to talk about healing, spirituality, and the long road to joy. Kesha opens up about her fight for autonomy, the emotional toll of public scrutiny, and how her spiritual journey and her work with Rick Rubin helped her reconnect with herself. From crystals and plant medicine to reclaiming her voi...

This week on Reclaiming, we sit down with journalist, attorney, and Today Show anchor Savannah Guthrie for a candid and heartfelt conversation about ambition, loss, faith and trusting the unexpected. Savannah reflects on her early days as a young intern in Washington, D.C., when dreams of law and journalism collided, and the serendipitous turns that shaped her path forward. She opens up about the profound grief of losing h...

This week on Reclaiming, we sit down with actor, writer, and musician Josh Radnor for a soulful, searching conversation about identity, creativity, and the lessons that come from letting go. Josh reflects on the surreal weight of becoming a household name through How I Met Your Mother—and the years it took to untangle his sense of self from the character of Ted Mosby. He opens up about his deepening relationship with music...

This week on Reclaiming, we sit down with the iconic Brooke Shields—actress, model, author, and lifelong performer whose career has spanned decades and defied expectations. In this conversation, Brooke opens up about aging in the public eye and the freedom she’s found in embracing it on her own terms. She reflects on the joy and vulnerability of live performance, her deep love of comedy, and why making people laugh has bec...

This week on Reclaiming, we sit down with Miley Cyrus, a global icon, shape-shifting performer, and fearlessly candid storyteller. Miley opens up about her earliest days in the spotlight, the complicated legacy of Hannah Montana, and the personal cost of growing up famous. She shares why her latest music feels like medicine, how she’s learned to set boundaries with the public, and the lessons she’s still unlearning about s...

This week on Reclaiming, we are joined by actor and activist Sophia Bush. Sophia discusses the journey of learning to trust her instincts after experiencing workplace trauma, navigating public scrutiny during personal transitions, and discovering the power of righteous anger. Sophia shares profound insights about the "character" we become in others' eyes versus our authentic selves, and how somatic practices have helped he...

This week on Reclaiming, we sat down with bestselling author and activist Glennon Doyle to discuss self-trust, authenticity, and personal transformation. Glennon opens up about her ongoing journey with eating disorders, recovery, and her relationship with being in the public eye. Plus we explore the power of somatic therapy, listening to one's body, and setting boundaries - even when it's uncomfortable.

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This week on Reclaiming, we sit down with beloved author and truth-teller Anne Lamott, whose words have offered solace and light to generations of seekers. In this heartfelt conversation, Anne dives into the transformative power of grace, the messy art of forgiveness, and the lifelong unraveling of perfectionism and codependency. With her unique mix of wit and vulnerability, she shares stories of stumbling and surrender, r...

This week on Reclaiming, we talk with visionary Andrew Yang, the entrepreneur, former presidential candidate, and champion for a new kind of democracy. In this enlightening conversation, Andrew shares his bold ideas for transforming the American political landscape, including the case for term limits, the need for more than just two political parties, and his passionate advocacy for Universal Basic Income. He reflects on h...

This week on Reclaiming, we sit down with the unflinching and fiercely funny Tig Notaro, a comedian whose honesty and humor have redefined the boundaries of stand-up. In this raw and revelatory conversation, Tig opens up about the life-threatening battle with C. diff that left her physically depleted, and the surreal moment that followed just months after —when she stepped on stage just days after being diagnosed with canc...

This week on Reclaiming, we are joined by the youngest person to ever top the billboard 100, artist JoJo Levesque, who takes us behind the curtain of her remarkable 20-year career in music. In this raw and revealing conversation, she opens up about her complex path to self-discovery, her fight to reclaim her artistic freedom after a devastating label dispute that kept her music hostage, and the personal battles that shaped...

This week on Reclaiming, we sit down with the pioneering Margaret Cho, the legendary comedian, actress, and activist who has spent decades breaking barriers and challenging norms. In this candid conversation, Margaret reflects on her journey to becoming an icon for both the Asian and LGBTQ+ communities, the responsibility that comes with visibility, and the power of comedy as a tool for change. She opens up about her lifel...

This week on Reclaiming, we sat down with comedy powerhouse Chelsea Handler for a conversation that peels back the layers of her signature confidence and wit - and oh did we laugh! Chelsea opens up about the profound loss of her brother and how his death shaped the trajectory of her life. She candidly discusses her late-in-life embrace of therapy, offering her thoughts into why it's never too late for self-discovery. We al...

This week, Monica sits down with skateboarding pioneer Tony Hawk. Tony reflects on the physical toll of his most severe injuries and revisits what it felt like during the historic moment when he landed the 900 at the '99 X Games. Then, Tony opens up about his newest role as grandfather, and shares his unique connection with the late Kurt Cobain, and why he's still actively skating and dropping in at local skateparks.

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This week on Reclaiming, we chat with the brilliant Beanie Feldstein, the actor who brought a pivotal chapter of Monica's life to the screen. Beanie opens up about the challenges of portraying a real person, the emotional depth of stepping into someone else’s story, and the power of storytelling to shift narratives. Beyond the screen, she shares how personal loss shaped her, from navigating her own grief after the death of...

This week on Reclaiming, we are joined by visionary Director Jon M. Chu. Jon reflects on his extraordinary career path, delving into how themes of identity and representation have become cornerstones of his cinematic storytelling. We explore the creative processes behind the scenes of Wicked and Crazy Rich Asians, uncovering how these films evolved into the beloved classics we know today. Plus, Jon...

This week on Reclaiming, we sit down with trailblazer Tarana Burke, the activist and leader whose powerful voice helped to spark a global movement. In this candid conversation, Tarana opens up about the origins of Me Too, revealing the deeply personal experiences that fueled her lifelong fight for justice. She sheds light on the complexities of power dynamics, the resilience of those who have felt unhea...

This week on Reclaiming, we sit down with the incomparable Molly Ringwald, the actress who defined a generation and shaped '80s pop culture forever. In this intimate conversation, Molly pulls back the curtain on her meteoric rise to fame, sharing candid revelations about navigating Hollywood as a teenage icon. She offers a fascinating glimpse into her creative partnership with legendary director John Hughes, and reveals th...

This week on Reclaiming, we welcome renowned tech journalist and industry expert Kara Swisher. Kara offers a thoughtful prediction on the political landscape under Trump and Musk. She drops a provocative take on AI's gender problem and why she believes men are at the heart of it and she even shares her personal reflections on pregnancy. Don't miss this no-holds-barred conversation with one of Silicon Valley's most inf...