This week, Alex talks about the urge to blow up your life and start over when things feel boring, stagnant, or hard. She breaks down the difference between actually wanting change and just wanting relief, why we can mistake boredom for being on the wrong path, and how easy it is to romanticize a completely different life. She also shares advice on figuring out whether you’re running toward something or away from something, making smaller changes before making a huge one, and learning how to feel content without becoming complacent. Enjoy!

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Join Alex in the studio for an insightful interview with esteemed couples therapist, Dr. Orna Guralnik. Orna explains what to expect in couples therapy, when it’s the right time for you and your partner to go, and why there should be no shame in working on your relationship. They discuss how to have healthy disagreements, what a “lived in” relationship looks like, and how there’s usually more to an argument than meets the eye. Finally, they talk about the psychology behind why people are drawn to toxic relationships and ultimately stay in situations that don’t benefit them. Enjoy!

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La La Anthony joins Call Her Daddy to talk about her career, how to be a great friend (keep secrets) and how she’s stayed grounded and classy af while navigating a shared life with a professional athlete. La La tells the story of getting a fake ID at 15 years old so she could begin working as an intern in radio. She reflects on her journey from radio personality to MTV host to actress and producer. La La is the ultimate best friend to some of the most famous women in the world, and Alex and La La discuss all things friendship. Should you give your friends the truth even if it hurts? How do you know when it’s time to end a friendship? The duo dive into dating (athletes), love, marriage and divorce. La La opens up about her time as an NBA wife, the sleepless nights and a culture of cheating. She discusses the early days of her marriage, her decision to divorce, her current dating life, and whether she’ll ever date another athlete again.

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Join Alex for an interview with Jennifer Lawrence! Jennifer takes us behind the scenes of some of her most iconic roles, shares her unfiltered takes on reality TV, and gets into her chronically online habits and the viral moments that have taken on a life of their own. She also opens up about motherhood, the times she's gotten a little creative with the truth, and the inspiration behind her new haircare line. Enjoy!

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This week, Alex is calling out the situationship epidemic. She dives into the different types of situationships, the cycle of chasing inconsistent attention, and why losing the fantasy of what could have been can hurt more than an actual breakup. She also shares advice on taking someone off the pedestal, recognizing when you are compromising what you actually want, and shifting the focus back onto yourself so you can finally move on. Enjoy!

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Join Alex in the studio for a conversation with Sophia Bush! Sophia opens up about her highly publicized relationships and her past struggles to trust herself within them. She looks back on One Tree Hill, the legacy of Brooke Davis and joining forces with her female castmates to speak out about the misconduct they faced behind the scenes. Plus, Sophia sets the record straight on her current relationship, clears up the timelines, and gets candid about coming out, finding love and finally feeling like herself. Enjoy!

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Join Alex in the studio for a powerful interview with kidnapping and assault survivor Denise Huskins. In 2015, Denise was taken from her boyfriend’s house in the middle of the night. She was held for days, drugged, and assaulted before finally being released by her captors. But when Denise told the police what had happened to her, nobody believed her. In fact, they attacked her. They called her a liar, hoaxster, fraud, and the real life “Gone Girl.” They claimed she’d made it all up for fame and attention. Today, Denise is here to tell her incredible story of overcoming trauma, staying calm in the midst of chaos, and fighting for the truth. This is an important conversation about what it takes for women to be believed, the problem with victim blaming, and how Denise was finally able to reclaim her name and her life.
 

This episode discusses adult subject matter, including descriptions of sexual violence, and is intended for adult consumption only. Listener discretion is advised.

Listen to Denise Huskins audio book: Victim F: From Crime Victims to Suspects to Survivors.

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Join Alex in the studio for a hilarious and completely unhinged conversation with  Heather McMahan. From hot takes on millennial trends to how her Pitbull obsession led to a Guinness World Record, Heather shares the wild stories that could ONLY happen to her. She also talks about  her wildest medical stories, from ovarian torsion mid-flight to getting back on camera just days after a neck lift.. Enjoy!

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Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of sexual assault and sexual violence. Please take care while listening.

Join Alex in the studio for an important conversation with feminist philosopher and author Kate Manne about the Cornell sexual assault case that has sparked a national conversation and the powerful movement behind the words “I Am Jane Doe.” Together, they examine why survivors are so often questioned instead of believed and why our society seems more concerned with the consequences for accused men than the trauma experienced by women. From fraternity culture and consent to victim blaming, Kate unpacks the misogyny embedded in the way we talk about sexual violence.

Read More from Kate Manne:
The Cut: What It Feels Like at Cornell Right Now
https://www.thecut.com/article/what-it-feels-like-at-cornell-right-now.html
Substack: Ban the Fucking Frats—and in the Meantime, Avoid Them
https://katemanne.substack.com/p/ban-the-fucking-fratsand-in-the-meantime
Substack: They Didn't Want Consent
https://katemanne.substack.com/p/they-didnt-want-consent

Resources: 
If you or someone you know has experienced sexual assault, support and resources are available.

RAINN – National Sexual Assault Hotline
Free, confidential support available 24/7.
Call: 800-656-HOPE (4673)
Text: HOPE to 64673
https://rainn.org/hotline

Know Your IX
A survivor and youth-led initiative helping students understand their Title IX rights, access supportive measures, and navigate reporting and retaliation.
https://advocatesforyouth.org/campaigns/know-your-ix/

Equal Rights Advocates – Student Survivor Toolkit
A free resource created by survivors and legal advocates to help students understand their rights, navigate the reporting process, and access support after experiencing sexual violence.
https://www.equalrights.org/issue/student-survivor-toolkit/

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Join Alex in the studio for a conversation about the unknowns of becoming a mom. She opens up about the fear of losing yourself, the thoughts you’re scared to say out loud and what no one prepares you for when everything starts to change. From relationship changes and body image to the pressure to be the “perfect parent,” Alex gets into the honest reality of motherhood and the importance of removing the stigma around these types of conversations.

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This week, Alex is unpacking where trust issues come from and how they show up. Alex reflects on the relationships that completely warped her idea of love and her sense of security. From expecting the worst to questioning what’s real, she breaks down how past hurt can follow you into new relationships and what it looks like to unlearn the habits you once needed to protect yourself. Enjoy!

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