The Oprah Winfrey Show: The Podcast

Oprah

Oprah is opening the vault of The Oprah Winfrey Show with 25 years of hand-picked legendary interviews, a-ha moments, ugly cries and unforgettable surprises. A lot has changed since she ended the show, but many of our personal struggles have stayed the same. We’re all still looking to connect, to be seen and to know that we’re not alone. We’re also looking for some joy, some laughs and some much-needed inspiration. As we head into this new decade, what better time to look back and reflect, to take stock of how we’ve grown and to be reminded that we’re all in this together. The Oprah Winfrey Show aired from September 8th, 1986 to May 25, 2011 with 4,561 episodes. The show remains the highest-rated daytime talk show in American television history, averaging between 10 to 20 million viewers a day.

  • 40 minutes 30 seconds
    Special: A Mother's Controversial Confession

    From April 20, 2005: Writer and mother of four, Ayelet Waldman, opens up about her controversial New York Times article, “Truly, Madly, Guiltily.” She explains why she stands by her words, “I love my husband more than my children.” Ayelet discusses the “all or nothing” proposition of motherhood, disconnection between spouses and how dissatisfaction can turn into anger. Roland Warren, President of the National Fatherhood Initiative, says that there is a clear difference between how men and women think about their roles in a family after children are born.


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    9 December 2025, 7:00 am
  • 38 minutes 29 seconds
    A Special Report: The Little Boy Oprah Couldn't Forget

    Original Air Date: 2-9-2007

    When Oprah saw a photograph of a child slave in "The New York Times," she was haunted by the image. Determined to uncover the boy’s story, she dispatched correspondent Lisa Ling on a 7,000-mile journey across the globe to uncover what happened to him. What unfolds is a powerful investigation into modern-day slavery, as Lisa seeks answers about the boy’s fate and sheds light on the hidden realities faced by millions of children around the world.


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    2 December 2025, 7:00 am
  • 38 minutes 35 seconds
    Special: What to Feed Your Heart

    From March 13, 2002: Physician, researcher and author of the New York Times best-selling book Reversing Heart Disease, Dr. Dean Ornish advises women on how to prevent and reverse heart disease through diet and lifestyle. He discusses the importance of knowing your cholesterol level, the physical effect of toxic emotions and how just one minute a day of meditation can improve your health. Dr. Ornish also highlights three categories of food—the foods to eat most often, those to eat in moderation and those to eat least often.


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    25 November 2025, 7:00 am
  • 41 minutes 19 seconds
    The Honeymoon Cruise Ship Mystery: The Bride Speaks Out

    Original Air Date: 1-18-2006

    Jennifer Hagel Smith, whose husband, George Smith, disappeared during a honeymoon cruise in the Mediterranean, speaks out about his bloody disappearance. Then, Adam Goldstein, then-president of the cruise line, comes face-to-face with Jennifer. Having conducted a one-on-one interview with Jennifer the day before the Oprah show taping, Gayle King also joins the conversation to provide deeper insight into Jennifer’s journey.


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    18 November 2025, 7:00 am
  • 38 minutes 4 seconds
    How Happy Are You

    Original Air Date: 4-11-2007

    Oprah invites the audience to take a revealing happiness quiz designed to measure their overall sense of joy and fulfillment. She then sits down with five guests to explore their individual results, uncovering personal stories that highlight the unique ways they cultivate happiness in their everyday lives. From overcoming adversity to embracing gratitude, each journey offers powerful insights and inspiration. Joining the conversation is renowned author Dr. Robert Holden, who shares practical tips and strategies anyone can use to invite more joy and positivity into their life.


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    11 November 2025, 7:00 am
  • 42 minutes 23 seconds
    The Seven Levels of Marriage

    Original Air Date: 5-11-1987
     

    In this episode, Oprah explores the seven levels of marriage: Beginning, Acceptance, Parenthood?, Family, Rebirth & Reconciliation, Humdrum and Freedom. First, she invites three married couples, each at different stages, to talk about their relationships. Then, Cynthia Smith, author of "The Seven Levels of Marriage,” joins the conversation to further explore how marriage changes throughout each stage, fielding questions from audience members.


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    4 November 2025, 6:00 am
  • 36 minutes 27 seconds
    Special: De-Stressing Your Life

    From February 13, 2002: Life coach, speaker and New York Times best-selling author Dr. Martha Beck counsels overstressed and overscheduled women. She coaches women on how to de-stress and de-clutter their lives. Martha explains the importance of teaching your kids instead of doing for them, how to use your life goals to clean your house and why she believes people pleasing is as dangerous as an addiction.


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    28 October 2025, 5:00 am
  • 31 minutes 53 seconds
    Special: Choose Your Life

    From June 21, 2000: Oprah talks to people who have made drastic changes to live the lives of their dreams. Plus, spiritual teacher and New York Times best-selling author Gary Zukav gives advice on how to find strength and courage to follow your heart’s desire. He also explains the importance of choice, life experimentation and how to reach what he calls “authentic power.”


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    21 October 2025, 5:00 am
  • 38 minutes 5 seconds
    Special: How to Connect with Your Children

    From June 8, 2000: Oprah and a team of parenting experts teach frazzled moms and dads how to spend conscious, attentive time with their children. They discuss strategies for having great family conversations, explain what teenagers really want and give tips for divorced parents. The panel also discusses the importance of tradition, rituals and how to recognize what you want your kids to remember from their childhood. Plus, children share how they feel loved and when they know their parent is not listening.


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    14 October 2025, 5:00 am
  • 31 minutes 14 seconds
    Special: How to Have More Time For Yourself

    Original Air Date: 5-10-2000

    Speaker and author Kathy Peel discusses her book, Be Your Best, and the importance of taking time for yourself. She also shares what she says is the essential question to ask yourself: “Do you see yourself as valuable?” Plus, Kathy identifies what she calls “time robbers,” offers ideas for personal restoration and explains how busy moms can find more time at home.


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    7 October 2025, 5:00 am
  • 26 minutes 54 seconds
    Special: Money Saving Secrets

    Original Air Date: 4-28-2000

    Businessman and author, Robert Kiyosaki, discusses his New York Times Bestselling book, Rich Dad Poor Dad. He explains why he believes it’s important that we change the way we think about money. Robert details misconceptions of assets and liabilities, using debt to gain wealth and why we should pay ourselves before our bills. Other experts share money saving secrets and investment tips.


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    30 September 2025, 5:00 am
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