30 episodes

Julia Louis-Dreyfus returns for Season 2 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 (discover who in the trailer), and of course her 90-year-old mom, Judy. Tune in to laugh, cry and get wise. All Hail Old Women! 



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Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus Lemonada

    • Comedy
    • 4.9 • 15 Ratings

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Julia Louis-Dreyfus returns for Season 2 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 (discover who in the trailer), and of course her 90-year-old mom, Judy. Tune in to laugh, cry and get wise. All Hail Old Women! 



Photo: Ryan Pfluger and August Image

Listen on Apple Podcasts
Requires subscription and macOS 11.4 or higher

    Julia Gets Wise with Ina Garten

    Julia 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 operating her famous specialty food store Barefoot Contessa, to penning best-selling books and hosting hit TV shows – Ina has done it all. Her culinary influence goes beyond technique; it's about simplicity and connection. Ina shares how aging has changed her taste in food and how she deals with passive-aggressive people.

     

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    This episode is sponsored by Mill, the effortless, odorless way to stop food waste at home. It's good for your kitchen and it’s good for the planet. Check them out at www.mill.com/wiser. 

     

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    • 55 min
    Ina Garten on Paris and Peace

    Ina Garten on Paris and Peace

    In this premium episode of Wiser Than Me, Julia and Ina explore their love of kitchen tools, culinary techniques, and shared experiences in Paris. From discussing the merits of a rasp versus a zester to sharing tales of buying crap on Instagram, Julia and Ina are like two peas on a podcast.

    Julia Gets Wise with Beverly Johnson

    Julia 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, including what it was like for Beverly to find out she would be the first Black woman on the cover of American Vogue. Julia and Beverly discuss self confidence, and the two open up about their experiences with menopause. Plus, Julia follows up with her mom, Judy, about being in front of the camera.

     

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    Hairstory is a proud sponsor of Wiser Than Me. Check out their hero product, New Wash, today at Hairstory.com and get 20% off with code WISER.

     

    This show is sponsored by BetterHelp. Visit betterhelp.com/wiser for 10% off your first month. 

     

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    • 58 min
    Beverly Johnson on Her Family and Reality TV

    Beverly Johnson on Her Family and Reality TV

    Julia and Beverly delve into their unique relationships with their grandmothers, and Beverly opens up on the perspective shift that accompanies seeing her children become parents themselves. Beverly astonishes Julia with the eye-opening understanding she gained from having her own reality TV show.

    Julia Gets Wise with Bonnie Raitt

    Julia 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 experience of external vs. internal validation, and managing grief. Julia also gets Bonnie thinking about her songwriting in a whole new light. Crying, laughing, raging -- this episode has everything. Plus, Julia discusses the deep emotions tied to meeting your heroes with her 90-year-old mom, Judy. 

     

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    Find out more about other shows on our network at @lemonadamedia on all social platforms.

     

    Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at bit.ly/lemonadapremium. 

     

    Maker’s Mark is a proud sponsor of Wiser Than Me. Celebrate the wise women in your life by creating a custom, personalized label from artist Gayle Kabaker today at www.makersmark.com/personalize. 

     

    Hairstory is a proud sponsor of Wiser Than Me. Check out their hero product, New Wash, today at Hairstory.com and get 20% off with code WISER.  

     

    For exclusive discount codes and more information about our sponsors, visit https://lemonadamedia.com/sponsors/. 

     

    For additional resources, information, and a transcript of the episode, visit lemonadamedia.com.
    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    • 1 hr 5 min
    Bonnie Raitt on Surviving the Music Industry and Nature

    Bonnie Raitt on Surviving the Music Industry and Nature

    This week on Wiser Than Me premium, Bonnie and Julia discuss the deep changes happening in the music business and how Bonnie and her team choose to face them. Julia asks Bonnie about her meditative practices and being in nature, and she shares a theory about the future of womankind.

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
15 Ratings

15 Ratings

AnetteJenssen ,

Just exceptional

I love the concept of this podcast and Julia is just such a great interviewer. Thank you for bringing us these stories!

Captain Suzy ,

Can’t get enough

Both the guests and Julia herself are mindblowingly cool. I love the life inspiration I’m getting from this podcast. I’m now looking forward to being 80 🤩. And Julia is a shockingly good interviewer 💯💯💯

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Too many ads

GREAT GREAT podcast but sooooo many ads it makes me angry!

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