Episodes

  • Sade’s Heartfelt Tribute and Jennifer Lawrence’s Afghan Documentary

    Sade’s Heartfelt Tribute and Jennifer Lawrence’s Afghan Documentary
    Nov 23 2024
    Explore Sade's emotional return with 'Young Lion,' featuring rare family footage and a message of acceptance for her transgender son. Dive into Jennifer Lawrence's impactful documentary 'Bread and Roses,' highlighting the resilience of Afghan women under Taliban rule. Plus, Selena Gomez's heartfelt moment with Meryl Streep and Keke Palmer's candid advice from Ice Cube on navigating Hollywood. These stories offer a blend of personal growth, mentorship, and global awareness, making them essential listens for those interested in the human side of celebrity and social issues. Sources: https://people.com/sade-family-footage-trans-son-izaak-young-lion-music-video-8750616 https://people.com/jennifer-lawrence-documentary-women-afghanistan-exclusive-8750384 https://people.com/selena-gomez-thanks-idol-meryl-streep-for-celebrating-emilia-perez-8750661 https://people.com/keke-palmer-says-ice-cube-warned-her-about-men-in-hollywood-8750706 Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:40) Sade Shares Rare Family Footage of Her and Trans Son Izaak in ‘Young Lion’ Music Video (00:03:36) Jennifer Lawrence Produced Documentary About Women in Afghanistan as an 'Antithesis of the 24-Hour News Cycle' (00:07:08) Selena Gomez Thanks 'Idol' Meryl Streep for Celebrating Emilia Pérez: 'Not Me Casually Saying My Friend Meryl' (00:10:30) Keke Palmer Says Ice Cube Warned Her About Men in Hollywood: 'Don’t Let Them Take Advantage of You'
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    14 mins
  • Community Rallies for Missing Autistic Boy and Teen Rodeo Champ’s Recovery

    Community Rallies for Missing Autistic Boy and Teen Rodeo Champ’s Recovery
    Nov 22 2024
    In West Chester, Ohio, a community unites in the search for 6-year-old Joshua Al-Lateef Jr., a non-verbal autistic boy who has gone missing. Meanwhile, the rodeo world is shaken as 17-year-old champion Walker 'Hollywood' Smith fights for his life after a bull-riding accident. These stories highlight the power of community support and resilience in the face of adversity. Join us as we delve into these compelling narratives of hope, strength, and the human spirit. Sources: https://people.com/boy-joshua-al-lateef-jr-6-with-autism-missing-after-left-home-8749931 https://people.com/teen-rodeo-champ-walker-smith-surgery-after-bull-stomps-on-his-chest-8749938 https://people.com/dwayne-johnson-impressed-by-daughters-voiceover-work-in-moana-2-much-better-than-daddy-8749952 https://people.com/pittsburgh-fire-chief-dies-after-collapsing-at-site-of-blaze-8749956 Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:41) Mom Pleads After 6-Year-Old Son with Autism Goes Missing From Ohio Home: 'They Can't Find My Little Boy' (00:03:36) Teen Rodeo Champ ‘Fighting For His Life’ After Bull Stomps on His Chest (00:06:55) Dwayne Johnson Impressed By Daughters’ Voiceover Work in 'Moana 2' : 'Much Better Than Daddy!' (00:10:07) Pittsburgh Fire Chief Dies After Collapsing at Site of Blaze: 'We Are Going to Hold Up His Memory'
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    14 mins
  • Remembering Donna Gregory and Celebrity Transformations

    Remembering Donna Gregory and Celebrity Transformations
    Nov 21 2024
    Join us as we pay tribute to beloved news anchor Donna Gregory, whose legacy of warmth and resilience continues to inspire. We also explore Brianna LaPaglia's empowering post-breakup transformation, George Strait's heartfelt tribute to his wife at the CMAs, and Lala Kent's candid revelations about her Vanderpump Rules co-stars. This episode delves into stories of personal growth, love, and the power of reinvention in the public eye. Sources: https://people.com/news-anchor-donna-gregory-dies-from-lung-cancer-8749123 https://people.com/brianna-lapaglia-shows-off-new-hairstyle-to-taylor-swift-song-8749176 https://people.com/cma-awards-2024-george-strait-willie-nelson-lifetime-achievement-8747909 https://people.com/lala-kent-admits-she-no-longer-talks-to-most-of-her-vanderpump-rules-costars-8749172 Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:47) News Anchor Donna Gregory Dies From Lung Cancer: ‘She Was the Heart of Every Room She Entered’ (00:04:12) Brianna LaPaglia Shows Off Her Post-Breakup Hairstyle While Dancing to Taylor Swift's 'Karma' (00:08:13) George Strait Thanks Wife Norma for 'Amazing' 53 Years as He Accepts Willie Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award at 2024 CMAs (00:11:01) Lala Kent Admits She No Longer Talks to Most of Her 'Vanderpump Rules' Costars
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    14 mins
  • Family Legacy and Community Kindness: Stories of Resilience and Unity

    Family Legacy and Community Kindness: Stories of Resilience and Unity
    Nov 20 2024
    Join us as we explore the heartwarming stories of Denzel Washington's family legacy in 'The Piano Lesson' premiere, a community's kindness in helping a senior dog regain mobility, Riley Keough's reflections on the Presley family legacy, and Cher's surreal evening with Jackie Kennedy. These narratives highlight the power of family, community, and personal resilience, offering a captivating blend of celebrity insights and human interest stories. Sources: https://people.com/denzel-washington-and-his-family-attend-the-piano-lesson-premiere-8748457 https://people.com/senior-dog-gets-new-wheelchair-after-his-was-stolen-8748429 https://people.com/riley-keough-reflects-on-the-presley-family-curse-being-the-sole-heir-of-graceland-8748047 https://people.com/cher-spent-a-surreal-evening-with-jackie-kennedy-when-she-was-19-years-old-8748408 Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:45) Denzel Washington and Wife Paulette Support Sons John David and Malcolm at The Piano Lesson Premiere (00:04:07) Senior Dog Left Unable to Walk After His Wheelchair was Stolen, Gets Moving Again Thanks to Community Support (00:06:35) Riley Keough Reflects on the Presley Family 'Curse' and What It's Like to Now Be the Sole Heir of Graceland (00:09:48) Cher Spent a Surreal Evening with Jackie Kennedy When She Was 19 Years Old: 'She Reminded Me of My Mom'
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    13 mins
  • Celebrities Share Heartfelt Stories of Loss and Family Support

    Celebrities Share Heartfelt Stories of Loss and Family Support
    Nov 19 2024
    Join us as we explore the emotional journeys of Nicole Kidman and Kristin Davis as they cope with the loss of their parents, and the Dubrows' advocacy for LGBTQ+ family support. We also remember Arthur Frommer, the travel guide pioneer who inspired generations. These stories highlight themes of grief, resilience, and the enduring power of family connections, offering comfort and inspiration to our listeners. Sources: https://people.com/nicole-kidman-wakes-up-crying-after-death-of-parents-8747694 https://people.com/heather-terry-dubrow-say-parents-of-lgbtq-children-should-keep-talking-to-each-other-exclusive-8747716 https://people.com/arthur-frommer-travel-guide-author-dies-at-95-8747717 https://people.com/kristin-davis-announces-death-of-her-father-tom-atkinson-parkinsons-disease-8747549 Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:44) Nicole Kidman Wakes Up 'Crying and Gasping' After Death of Both Parents (00:03:39) Heather and Terry Dubrow Say Parents of LGBTQ+ Children Should Continue to Keep Talking to Each Other' (Exclusive) (00:06:36) Arthur Frommer, Author Whose Travel Guides Inspired World Tourism, Dies at 95 (00:09:53) Kristin Davis Announces Death of Her 'Brilliant and Bright' Father Following His Parkinson's Diagnosis: 'You Lit Up Our Lives'
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    13 mins
  • Justice Revisited: Melissa Lucio’s Innocence and the Fight for Truth

    Justice Revisited: Melissa Lucio’s Innocence and the Fight for Truth
    Nov 18 2024
    Explore the dramatic case of Melissa Lucio, declared 'actually innocent' after years on death row, as we delve into the overlooked evidence and the broader implications of wrongful convictions. This episode highlights the human cost of judicial errors and the ongoing battle for justice, resonating with themes of human rights and legal reform. Sources: https://people.com/mother-on-death-row-actually-innocent-in-daughters-death-judge-says-8746803 https://people.com/90-day-fiance-before-the-90-days-faith-opens-up-to-sisters-loren-cheating-and-std-8746591 https://people.com/beyonce-to-perform-halftime-show-texans-ravens-christmas-day-nfl-game-8746920 https://people.com/sister-wives-recap-kody-brown-gave-meri-brown-list-of-things-work-on-save-their-marriage-8746373 Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:43) Mother on Death Row 'Actually Innocent' in Daughter's Death, Judge Says: 'She Did Not Kill Her' (00:04:04) 90 Day’s Faith Opens Up to Her Sisters About Loren’s Cheating and STD: 'He Should Be Able to Respect Me' (00:07:01) Beyoncé to Perform Halftime Show During Houston Texans and Baltimore Ravens Christmas Day Game (00:09:47) 'Sister Wives': Meri Completes Kody's 'List' of Things to Work on to Save Their Marriage, Only for Him to Say He's 'Done'
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    13 mins
  • Fake Nurse Scandal and Celebrity Philanthropy: A Week in Review

    Fake Nurse Scandal and Celebrity Philanthropy: A Week in Review
    Nov 17 2024
    This episode dives into the shocking arrest of a woman posing as a nurse in California, raising critical questions about healthcare security. We also celebrate the philanthropic efforts of Michael J. Fox and Tracy Pollan at a Parkinson's gala, and explore the heartwarming anniversary of Serena Williams and Alexis Ohanian. Plus, we unravel the mystery of a man who faked his own death, revealing the emotional journey of those who searched for him. Join us for a mix of crime, celebrity, and human interest stories that captivate and inform. Sources: https://people.com/woman-arrested-after-allegedly-posing-as-nurse-in-california-hospitals-8746741 https://people.com/michael-j-fox-and-tracy-pollan-pose-with-stevie-nicks-parkinsons-research-gala-8746304 https://people.com/serena-williams-and-alexis-ohanian-celebrate-seventh-wedding-anniversary-8746776 https://people.com/volunteer-who-helped-look-for-man-believed-faked-own-death-reveals-reaction-8746772 Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:42) Woman Arrested After Allegedly Posing as Nurse and Caring for Around 60 Patients in California Hospitals (00:03:47) Michael J. Fox and Tracy Pollan Pose with Stevie Nicks at Annual A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Cure Parkinson's Gala (00:06:59) Serena Williams and Alexis Ohanian Celebrate Wedding Anniversary: '7 Years Has Gone So Fast' (00:10:15) Volunteer Who Helped Look for Man Believed to Have Faked His Own Death Reveals His ‘First Emotion’ Upon Hearing He Is Alive
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    14 mins
  • Celebrity Tributes, Family Joys, and Heartfelt Losses

    Celebrity Tributes, Family Joys, and Heartfelt Losses
    Nov 16 2024
    Explore the emotional tributes and family dynamics as Quincy Brown honors his late mother, Lisa Vanderpump's daughter Pandora shares exciting baby news, and Jordyn Woods celebrates her boyfriend's birthday. Plus, a community's resilience shines through in the recovery of a missing hunter in Colorado. Join 'Simply People' for a deep dive into the personal stories that connect us all. Sources: https://people.com/quincy-shares-tribute-to-late-mother-kim-porter-while-seemingly-shading-father-al-b-sure-8746665 https://people.com/lisa-vanderpump-daughter-expecting-her-second-child-exclusive-8746670 https://people.com/model-jordyn-woods-shows-her-love-for-boyfriend-karl-anthony-towns-on-his-29th-birthday-8746667 https://people.com/body-of-hunter-missing-since-halloween-found-in-colorado-8746656 Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:43) Quincy Shares Tribute to Late Mother Kim Porter While Seemingly Shading Father Al B. Sure (00:03:41) Lisa Vanderpump's Daughter Pandora Expecting Her Second Child: 'Very Exciting' (Exclusive) (00:06:57) Jordyn Woods Wishes Boyfriend Karl-Anthony Towns Happy 29th Birthday: 'The Light of My Life' (00:09:38) Body of Hunter Missing Since Halloween Found in Colorado by Search and Rescue Team
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    12 mins