Reclaiming with Monica Lewinsky

By: Wondery
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  • If you’re interested in unexpected conversations that go uncharted places, are remotely self-aware and like to laugh, then please join me as I continue to find my public voice on Reclaiming with Monica Lewinsky. (That’s me.) I will have honest, wide-ranging interviews with all kinds of people – recognizable names, regular folks, experts and friends – about what it means to reclaim what’s been lost or taken in the broadest sense. Every week, I’ll draw from my own unique experiences (like say, surviving a global scandal at 24 years old), and delve into the personal and often messy ways people find their way back to themselves. And because I love a good tangent, we’ll probably also touch on other stuff, too.

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  • Tony Hawk

    Tony Hawk
    Apr 8 2025

    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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    55 mins
  • Beanie Feldstein

    Beanie Feldstein
    Apr 1 2025

    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 her brother, to becoming a counselor at Experience Camps, where she helps grieving children find healing. She also reflects on the joy of her wedding day -- the magical venue, a prophetic dream, and matching Gucci. With warmth and humor, Beanie speaks about love, loss, and family. Don’t miss this heartfelt and deeply personal conversation.

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Jon M. Chu

    Jon M. Chu
    Mar 25 2025

    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 offers a glimpse into his highly anticipated Britney Spears biopic. Tune in for an enlightening and captivating discussion with one of Hollywood's most influential filmmakers.

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    1 hr and 10 mins
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Powerful and Timely

Think about sitting down to catch up with your most interesting, inspiring, and badass friend, and leaving the conversation feeling emboldened to approach your life from a more powerful and generous place, every time you talk to them. That's what listening to the Reclaiming podcast is like.

I admittedly checked out the first episode because I'm a fan of Monica Lewinsky for her activism and candid humor, and wanted to hear her tell her own story, in her own words. That episode was absolutely brilliant. The following two episodes have revealed that Monica is a very talented interviewer who creates a welcoming space for both her guests and her listeners. The guests so far have been authentic and fascinating, and speak of some of the most difficult things someone can go through, and show, in very real ways, what reclamation is all about. I'm so excited for the next episode.

As I write this as a queer person in the US in February 2025, I have to say that I've spent too much time lately dissocdissociating into comfort shows and mindless entertainment, scared and overwhelmed about these very frightening days we're in. I recently made a decision to not only revive my awareness about what is happening in the country around me, but to actively work on finding what makes me more empowered for the long fight ahead. Reclaiming is bringing me one step closer.

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A must listen!!!

Monica is so relatable on every topic she covers and makes you feel like you’re just having a chat with one of your girlfriends. Easily one of the best podcasts in a long time.

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