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Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus
Julia Louis-Dreyfus returns for Season 4 of her award-winning podcast, Wiser Than Me™. Each week, she has funny, touching, personal conversations with iconic older women who are brimming with the kind of unapologetic attitude and wisdom that only comes with age. Julia sits at the feet of some extraordinary teachers this season, and of course her 91-year-old mom, Judith. Tune in to laugh, cry, and get wise. All Hail Old Women! Photo: Ryan Pfluger and August Image
Episodes
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusListen Once More: Julia Gets Wise with Dolores Huerta
We are saddened by the news of Dolores Huerta’s passing at the age of 96. She was a defining leader and organizer in the labor rights movement who became a…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusPresenting: Julia on Friends Keep Secrets
On Wiser Than Me, Julia seeks out the wisdom of women who have lived longer than she has. Today, we’re bringing you something a little different: Julia’s…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusListen Once More: Julia Gets Wise with Gloria Steinem
We are saddened by the news of Gloria Steinem’s passing at the age of 92. Gloria was a force and the defining leader of the women’s movement. Steinem’s…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusJulia Gets Wise with Cyndi Lauper
This week on Wiser Than Me, Julia sits down with 73-year-old style and music legend Cyndi Lauper. The pair talk premonitions, pop hits, and why she thinks she…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusJulia Gets Wise with Joan Baez
Julia is joined by 85-year-old folk legend and lifelong activist Joan Baez, who is still dancing, still showing up, and still refusing to be quiet. They talk…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusJulia Gets Wise with Governor Janet Mills
This week, Julia sits down with 78-year-old Janet Mills, Maine's first female governor, first female DA, and first female AG in the state's history. Governor…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusJulia Gets Wise with Pam Grier
This week, Julia sits down with 76-year-old trailblazing actress Pam Grier, Hollywood's first female action star. Pam opens up about the childhood injury that…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusJulia Gets Wise with Jean Smart
On this episode of Wiser Than Me, Julia sits down with 74-year-old scene-stealer Jean Smart. They get into the final season of Hacks, the highs and lows of a…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusNew Episodes Coming Soon!
We’re coming back with more episodes of Wiser Than Me, and Julia’s still asking older, wiser women to tell her everything they know. It's all on the table –…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusListen Again: Julia Gets Wise with Catherine O’Hara
We are heartbroken by the news of Catherine O’Hara’s sudden passing at the age of 71. Her brilliance, humor, and kindness touched so many of us, and we’ve…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusJulia Gets Wise with Diana Nyad
This week, Julia talks with 76-year-old legendary endurance swimmer Diana Nyad about obsession, the body, and attempting extraordinary feats later in life…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusJulia Gets Wise with Sister Helen Prejean
On today’s episode of Wiser Than Me, Julia connects with 86-year-old death penalty activist Sister Helen Prejean. They discuss her joyful Southern childhood…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusListen Again: Julia Gets Wise with Darlene Love
Christmas may be over, but we're still playing "Christmas (Baby Please Come Home)" on repeat, so let's take the opportunity to listen back to Julia's…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusPresenting: Julia on Family Trips with the Meyers Brothers
The Wiser Than Me team is taking a little holiday break, but while we’re away, we’re excited to share a few conversations with friends. Today, we’re bringing…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusPresenting: Julia on Conan O'Brien Needs A Friend
The Wiser Than Me team is taking a little holiday break, but while we’re away, we’re excited to share a few conversations with friends. Today, we’re bringing…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusPresenting: Julia on Good Hang with Amy Poehler
The Wiser Than Me team is taking a little holiday break, but while we’re away, we’re excited to share a few conversations with friends. Today, we’re bringing…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusJulia Gets Wise with Glenn Close
On this episode of Wiser Than Me, Julia is joined by 78-year-old actress Glenn Close, who reflects on growing up in the Moral Re-Armament cult, her iconic work…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusJulia Gets Wise with Annie Leibovitz
In this episode of Wiser Than Me, Julia sits down with visionary 76-year-old photographer Annie Leibovitz for a conversation about ambition, aging and the…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusListen Again: Julia Gets Wise with Ruth Reichl
Because Thanksgiving is basically Ruth Reichl season (the holy trinity of food, family, and feelings) we’re serving up a rerun of Julia’s lovely conversation…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusListen Again: Julia Gets Wise with Alice Waters
As we ease into Thanksgiving week, we’re bringing back Julia’s beautiful conversation with Alice Waters from last year, a chance to revisit her ideas about…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusJulia Gets Wise with Roz Chast
Julia sits down with 70-year-old New Yorker cartooning legend Roz Chast, whose humor and unforgettable illustrations Julia has adored for decades. They dive…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusJulia Gets Wise with Jane Curtin
Today on the premiere episode of our new season, Julia sits down with 78-year-old comedy icon and Saturday Night Live original cast member, Jane Curtin. They…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusWise Women Are Everywhere (And Update on NEW Episodes Coming Soon)
Hello listeners, get ready … because a NEW season of Wiser Than Me drops November 12th! In the meantime, we wanted to bring you something a little different: a…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusListen Again: Julia Gets Wise with Jane Goodall
Jane Goodall passed away at the age of 91. To honor her immense legacy, we wanted to share the extraordinary conversation she and Julia had one year ago. On…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusListen Again: Julia Gets Wise with Catherine O'Hara
Catherine O’Hara is nominated for two Emmy Awards this year – and ahead of Sunday’s awards ceremony, we wanted to listen back to the hilarious and heartwarming…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusListen Again: Julia Gets Wise with Julie Andrews
"Mary Poppins" was released in August 1964. To mark the occasion, we're listening back to Julia's conversation with Academy Award-winning icon Julie Andrews…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusPresenting: Julia on IMO with Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson
Recently, Julia was a guest on IMO, where Michelle Obama and her big brother Craig Robinson bring their candid perspectives to the everyday questions shaping…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusListen Again: Julia Gets Wise with Isabel Allende
We are celebrating Isabel Allende’s newest book – My Name is Emilia del Valle – by listening back to the beautiful conversion she had with Julia in Season 1…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusListen Again: Julia Gets Wise with Diane von Furstenberg
Listen back to this fascinating interview from season one, where Diane von Furstenberg talks about the relationships in her life – and who she believes the…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusJulia Gets Wise with Sylvia Earle
In this special Earth Day episode, Julia chats with 89-year-old marine biologist and oceanographer Dr. Sylvia Earle, who joins from a boat in the Gulf of…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusListen Again: Julia Gets Wise with Carol Burnett
In honor of Carol Burnett’s 92nd birthday later this month, we wanted to re-share the heartwarming conversation she and Julia had back in season one. On the…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusListen Again: Julia Gets Wise with Isabella Rossellini
Isabella Rossellini is nominated for Best Supporting Actress at this weekend’s Academy Awards. Before the big show, we wanted to give you a chance to listen…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusListen Again: Julia Gets Wise with Bonnie Raitt
In celebration of the recent Kennedy Center Honors where Julia helped honor Bonnie Raitt for her music and advocacy, we wanted to share Bonnie’s episode from…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusJulia Gets Wise with Nancy Pelosi
In the final episode of Season 3 of Wiser Than Me, Julia sits down with 84-year-old House Speaker Emerita and U.S. Representative Nancy Pelosi. Nancy shares…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusJulia Gets Wise with Rita Moreno
On today’s episode of Wiser Than Me, Julia connects with EGOT-winning actress, singer, and dancer Rita Moreno on her 93rd birthday. The two discuss why Rita…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusJulia Gets Wise with Patti LaBelle
Today on Wiser Than Me, Julia welcomes 80-year-old singer, actress, and entrepreneur Patti LaBelle. The two discuss Patti’s legendary Grammy Award-winning…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusPresenting: Julia on Be My Guest with Ina Garten
Today, we’re excited to feature an episode of Be My Guest with Ina Garten, one of our favorite podcasts! On Be My Guest, Ina welcomes a different friend over…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusListen Again: Julia Gets Wise with Ina Garten
On this encore episode of Wiser Than Me, Julia gets enlightened by 76-year-old cook and author Ina Garten. From working on nuclear policy at the White House…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusJulia Gets Wise with Isabella Rossellini
Today on Wiser Than Me, Julia sits down with 72-year-old actress, director, and model Isabella Rossellini, currently starring in the film Conclave. The two…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusJulia Gets Wise with Dolores Huerta
On this episode of Wiser Than Me, Julia talks with 94-year-old trailblazing labor activist Dolores Huerta. Dolores reflects on her iconic “Sí Se Puede” (“Yes…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusPresenting: Julia interviewed — On with Kara Swisher
Wiser Than Me will be back with a brand new episode next week. In the meantime, we wanted to share an episode of another podcast where Julia was a guest – On…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusJulia Gets Wise with Catherine O’Hara
On this episode of Wiser Than Me, Julia sits down with 70-year-old comedy icon – and star of Beetlejuice and Schitt’s Creek – Catherine O’Hara. Catherine and…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusJulia Gets Wise with Nina Totenberg
Today on Wiser Than Me, Julia sits down with legendary legal affairs correspondent Nina Totenberg. Nina is one of the founding mothers of NPR and has been…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusJulia Gets Wise with Alice Waters
On today’s episode of Wiser Than Me, Julia welcomes legendary chef, author, and farm-to-table pioneer Alice Waters. They discuss Alice’s incredible career at…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusJulia Gets Wise with Jane Goodall
On the Season 3 premiere of Wiser Than Me, Julia sits down with visionary scientist and conservationist Jane Goodall. Jane shares her reflections on turning 90…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusWiser Than Me - Season 3 (Official Trailer)
This fall, Julia Louis-Dreyfus returns with Season 3 of Wiser Than Me! Tune in for fresh conversations with trailblazing women who’ve been there, done that…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusPresenting: Julia on Podcrushed
Today, we’re excited to share Julia’s appearance on another Lemonada Media series: Podcrushed. In this episode, Julia talks about standing up to a major studio…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusJulia Gets Wise with Julie Andrews
On the Season 2 finale of Wiser Than Me, Julia sits at the feet of 88-year-old Academy Award-winning icon Julie Andrews. Acclaimed for her enduring roles in…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusJulia Gets Wise with Gloria Steinem
In this episode of Wiser Than Me, Julia sits down with 90-year-old author and revolutionary Gloria Steinem. The two delve into Gloria's remarkable journey as a…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusJulia Gets Wise with Vera Wang
This week on Wiser Than Me, Julia connects with 74-year-old fashion designer and visionary entrepreneur Vera Wang. Get ready for some serious insight. Vera…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusJulia Gets Wise with Anne Lamott
This week on Wiser Than Me, Julia gets schooled by 70-year-old author and Sunday school teacher Anne Lamott (Bird by Bird). Julia finds solace in subtle signs…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusJulia Gets Wise with Debbie Allen
On this episode of Wiser Than Me, Julia sits down with 74-year-old Debbie Allen, the iconic talent known for her work as a choreographer, actor, producer…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusJulia Gets Wise with Patti Smith
On this episode of Wiser Than Me, Julia connects with legendary 77-year-old musician, poet and author Patti Smith. Julia and Patti reflect on the importance of…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusJulia Gets Wise with Billie Jean King
Today on Wiser Than Me, Julia sits down with 80-year-old tennis pro, activist, and LGBTQ+ icon Billie Jean King. Billie Jean delves into the nature of…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusJulia Gets Wise with Ina Garten
On this episode of Wiser Than Me, Julia gets enlightened by 76-year-old cook and author Ina Garten. From working on nuclear policy at the White House and…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusJulia Gets Wise with Beverly Johnson
This week on Wiser Than Me, Julia spends time with 71-year-old supermodel and trailblazer Beverly Johnson. Julia and Beverly dive into modeling in the 1970s…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusJulia Gets Wise with Bonnie Raitt
Today on Wiser Than Me, Julia sits down with 74-year-old music legend and Grammy Award winner Bonnie Raitt. Bonnie talks to Julia about performing live, the…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusJulia Gets Wise with Sally Field
On the premiere episode of Season 2 of Wiser Than Me, Julia connects with the one-and-only Sally Field. With a spectacular film career spanning over six…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusWiser Than Me, Season 2 (Official Trailer)
Julia Louis-Dreyfus is back with season 2 of her award-winning podcast! This season promises more hilarious and intimate conversations with iconic women…
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-DreyfusEXTRA: A Peek Behind the Scenes
Julia surprises the one-and-only Judith Bowles (aka her mom) with some very exciting news! And did you know her mom isn't the only one of Julia’s relatives…