The Oprah Podcast

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Solace in Winter by Mary Wallace
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New York Times bestselling author Mary Lawson’s new book Solace in Winter is Oprah’s 126th book club pick. The story takes place in 1969 during the dead of winter in the fictional town of Solace located in the Northern region of Ontario, Canada. As the Vietnam War rages on, a mysterious, handsome American draft dodger shakes up the small town when he crashes his car in a near-fatal accident. The themes of loneliness, grief and human connection bring unlikely consequences to each of the characters. Readers ask Mary about her writing process, what brings her solace and how she writes from different points of view.

00:00:00 - Welcome Mary Lawson author of “Solace in Winter”
00:01:00 - Oprah’s 126th Book Club pick
00:02:10 - Mary published her first novel at 55
00:03:55 - Who the book is about
00:07:00 - Finding the dog and the stranger
00:09:09 - Why it was set during Vietnam War
0012:43 - The book's message
00:13:54 - The greatest gift of fiction
00:14:58 - What grief teaches us
00:19:15 - Humor in the book
00:21:50 - Mary writes without a plot or theme
00:25:43 - Small town Northern Canada as the setting
00:29:48 - Father figures in the book
00:38:50 - Solace in the novel
00:41:41 - Mary’s plans for another Solace book

Surprise! Oprah is looking back on some of her favorite surprises from 25 years of The Oprah Winfrey Show. Oprah shares how when she was surprised by her idol Mary Tyler Moore it sent her into the ugly cry. The time she’ll never forget surprising Tom Cruise’s biggest fan while standing in her robe, no makeup and her hair soaking wet from the shower. More surprises include Mariah Carey’s biggest fans, the iconic car giveaway - “you get a car, you get a car” - and the moment she surprised an entire audience they were all “going to Australia!” When The Oprah Show ended in 2011 she allowed her staff to surprise her over and over again at a star-studded event at the United Center in Chicago.

00:00:00 - Oprah on loving to surprise people on The Oprah Winfrey Show
00:02:15 - Oprah was surprised by Mary Tyler Moore
00:08:14 - The Tom Cruise Surprise
00:12:49 - The Weight Loss Surprise
00:16:10 - The Will and Grace surprise
00:18:36 - The Family surprise
00:20:50 - The Mariah surprise
00:24:00 - The You Get a Car surprise
00:29:20 - The biggest fans surprise
00:33:58 - The Surprise Trip
00:39:30 - Oprah’s 25 year surprise show

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Vibe: The Secrets of Strong Connections in a Lonely World
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Adam Grant, bestselling author and organizational psychologist joins the Podcast to talk about his new book Vibe: The Secrets of Strong Connections in a Lonely World. Adam Grant explains the science behind human connection and the surprising secrets about what it means to create a “vibe” with another person. He shares why some people instantly click, while others struggle to connect. Oprah and Adam talk to NASA astronaut Cady Coleman who explains how she learned to vibe and ultimately trust members of her crew before a near shuttle disaster in outer space. NBA Legend Joe Dumars explains how he creates a vibe on his professional basketball team, even though he’s known for seeking out the most difficult and volatile players. Adam Grant talks about the “snap judgements” we all make in our lives, including one he made with vulnerability researcher Brené Brown that caused a four year rift between them. From marriage, family and friendship Adam Grant offers some surprising discoveries for anyone looking for deeper connections, stronger bonds and healthy ways to Vibe.

00:00:00 - Welcome Adam Grant, author of “Vibe”
00:05:00 - Human connection is missing
00:06:00 - Pebbling definition
00:08:38 - Rapid high-quality connection
00:10:20 - Welcome Astronaut Cady Coleman
00:15:45 - Connection saves their lives in space?
00:17:47 - Vibing with coworkers
00:20:00 - Welcome NBA legend Joe Dumars
00:22:30 - Joe on working with difficult players
00:25:20 - Friction can be good
00:27:30 - Finding genuine friendship
00:30:45 - Happier with friends than family
00:31:30 - Judgements can block connection
00:32:30 - Adam Grant and Brene Brown
00:34:50 - Adam’s marriage

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The two-time Emmy award-winning actress and star of Hulu’s all women divorce drama All’s Fair - Ms. Niecy Nash-Betts - joins the Podcast. Nicknamed “The Range” in Hollywood for her extraordinary ability to transcend both comedic and dramatic roles on television and in the movies. Oprah talks to Niecy about how from a young age she manifested her acting career. The two discuss Niecy’s marriage to her ‘’hersband,” Jessica Betts, after being married twice in the past to men. Niecy shares why she didn’t feel the need “to come out” and the mistakes she’s made as a mother to her three adult children. Niecy also takes questions from listeners about her fan-favorite show, All’s Fair on Hulu - now in its second season - and reveals what it’s like working on and off the set with her powerhouse co-stars Kim Kardashian, Sarah Paulson, Naomi Watts, Teyana Taylor and the legendary Glenn Close. And caregivers take note, Niecy talks about the challenges she faces providing care for her elderly father.

00:00:00 - Welcome Niecy Nash
00:02:30 - Niecy knew she was a performer
00:03:15 - Her nickname “The Range”
00:08:00 - Niecy’s Emmy speech
00:10:40 - Has fame changed her?
00:12:45 - Niecy’s greatest luxury
00:14:30 - All’s Fair role
00:19:00 - Favorite outfit from All’s Fair
00:20:20 - Fatal Attraction with Glenn Close
00:22:20 - Niecy’s wig obsession
00:24:00 - Niecy on motherhood
00:26:30 - 6 year wedding anniversary
00:28:30 - On wife Jessica Betts
00:33:45 - Going public on their relationship
00:41:30 - Caretaking her father
00:46:00 - Niecy’s ideal role
00:48:40 - What she would not share
00:49:24 - Rapid fire questions

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The Gold Standard by Colin Cowie
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Event planner extraordinaire Colin Cowie is here to discuss his book "The Gold Standard: Giving Customers What They Didn’t Know They Wanted." Oprah and Colin have a fun going down memory lane to discuss the countless parties they’ve thrown together including one of their all-time favorites, Oprah Winfrey’s Legends Ball. They look back on the year-long planning of the historic event that honored the lives of the Black women who paved the way for Oprah’s life and millions of others. They also reminisce about what it was like throwing parties for Oprah’s friends like Sidney Poitier, Quincy Jones and Gayle King. Gayle joins the conversation to talk about her 50th and 70th birthday parties planned by Colin Cowie. Oprah and Colin Cowie both believe when having any type of celebration “love is in the details” which is why his book The Gold Standard is perfect for anyone looking for advice or tips on hosting a party your guests will never forget.

00:00:00 - Welcome Colin Cowie, author of “The Gold Standard”
00:03:15 - Love is in the details
00:04:50 - How do you want people to feel
00:07:30 - The most extravagant thing Oprah has ever done
00:12:20 - Oprah’s never thrown a party for herself
00:13:28 - Gayle King joins
00:14:30 - Post party depression
00:17:20 - Planning the Legend’s who paved the way party
00:19:50 - Gayle’s surprise 70th
00:24:40 - Advice for hosting your own event
00:29:45 - What Oprah’s learned from Colin
00:31:00 - What a well-lived life looks like

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