Onward with Rosie O'Donnell

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Legendary entertainer Rosie O'Donnell shares her take on fame, family and fun from her vantage point at 61. Onward Folks! We have no other choice. During her weekly show, Rosie will speak with friends, celebrities, newsmakers, artists, poets and TikTokers.

FEB 27

Onward with Onward

Rosie and Onward producer, Lori E. Seid, share some conversation and news about the future. Thanks to you, the listener, we appreciate all your support. And a special shout out of thanks and love to Lyra Smith, Jenna Kagel and Chris Faller. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

34 min
FEB 20

Linda Richman

Rosie's guest this week is the one and only, Linda Richman. Linda is part of the cultural zeitgeist; the hilarious, Barbra-obsessed, Saturday Night Live "Coffee Talk" character, ('I'm fahrklempt, talk amongst yourselves'), Linda Richmond. And for Rosie, Linda has been a stand-in mother; a grandmother to her son Parker; and the hilarious sage Rosie turns to in just about every situation life brings her, for over 28 years! Tune in to their tête-tête and hear how both Linda and Rosie turned their heartbreak and grief into a lifelong friendship of trust, wisdom, laughter, as well as antics with their beloved Barbra. Linda's Bestseller Book "I'd Rather Laugh: How To Be Happy Even When Life Has Other Plans For You" (with a foreword by Rosie O'Donnell) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

46 min
FEB 13

Kaylie Schmidt - Service Dog Coach

This week's episode is entirely about Rosie's experience with 'Guide Dogs of America' and what autism service dogs can do, not only for the child with autism but for the entire family. Learning about these service dogs who worked with autistic children, it was quickly realized that the child themself is not the dog's handler, so, Rosie became the designated adult, the 'Primary Handler' for her kiddo. Her guest, Kaylie Schmidt, is the volunteer autism service dog coach, that along with the Guide Dog of America trainers, worked with Rosie and the other autism mom during the 10 day in-campus hands on training period. An experience Rosie calls life changing. Link:https://www.guidedogsofamerica.org/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

45 min
FEB 6

Derrick Downey Jr.

Rosie's guest this week is Derrick Downey Jr., also known as a "Squirrel's best friend." With well over a million followers, Derrick caught Rosie's eye and heart with his creativity, compassion and love for squirrels. Derrick shares content about fighting depression, taking care of oneself, and making the time to be still with nature through his squirrel family, especially Maxine. A true influencer. And a "cutie patootie" to boot! Listen in to Rosie and Derrick first actual conversation after years of private messaging through social media. An extraordinarily special meeting of the heart, mind, human spirit, and of course, squirrels! Also, check out: Hand and Paw: Maxine's Tale of Compassion by Derrick Downey Jr. His book of adventure for kids (young and old)! https://www.derrickdowneyjr.com/books Please send your voice memo questions or comments to Rosie: OnwardRosie@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

47 min
JAN 30

Exchanging Views on the Lyle Menendez Episode

After listening to Rosie interview Lyle Menendez in prison; many of our listeners reacted in such a visceral and intellectual way, we wanted to dedicate a full episode to some of your voice memos. Not an easy subject for anyone; no matter what you believe happened, Rosie felt it important to share your reactions and respond with her own. Please note:Abuse is discussed in this episode - nothing graphically, but it could be traumatic. Share your voice memos with any questions or comments for Rosie to: OnwardRosie@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

33 min
JAN 23

Jimmy Smagula

In 2000, when Rosie asked audience member, Jimmy Smagula, to stand up and play a singing game with her on live TV, who was to know it would be the beginning of a beautiful profound kinship? But as viewers, we saw their connection was electric. And now, Onward to 2024; Smagula's hopes and dreams mentioned during that short intro to his favorite comedian and talk show host, have been realized. He's currently starring in Spamalot on Broadway, his too numerous to mention appearances on so many hit TV shows including one of the most famous scenes from the ultimate in prestige television, The Sopranos, and now Jimmy's own podcast Baby Mouth. Listen in on this NY/NJ fast-paced, funny, and unfeigned conversation, when two friends who love and respect each other share special moments with us. Please share your questions or comments by voice memo to: OnwardRosie@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

44 min
JAN 16

Your Questions

Our first episode back in 2024 is dedicated to YOU - our listeners! As you know, we ask for you to send in voice memos with questions and/or thoughts but we never seem to have enough time to do more than 2 questions per episode. Rosie wanted to hear from you more and here it is: a whole show of questions and thoughts from the voice memos sent in and Rosie responding. Did we pick yours? Listen and find out, and; even if we didn't, it's a fun and heartfelt listen! And please - continue sending us your voice memos to: OnwardRosie@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

47 min
JAN 9

Rerelease: Ricki Lake

Ricki Lake and Rosie chat and giggle about sex, drugs and hosting talk shows! Just say YES Nancy Reagan! We'll be back on January 16, 2024 with a new show consisting entirely of your questions and comments for Rosie! Please send your voice memos to OnwardRosie@gmail.com (2 min or under if possible!) From all of us at Onward with Rosie O'Donnell, Have A Very Happy and Healthy Holiday and New Year!! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

47 min

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Introducing: Onward with Rosie O'Donnell

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03/14/2023

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2 min

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1,602 Ratings

Ro! Our lifelong Friend

Nov 19

Schelin1964

Ro is the friend who is always there! I sure do miss the 90’s show. “Tommy can ya hear me!” How we’d laugh together. Ro on the screen, me changing diapers. ❤️
Thank you

Mar 5

andi kreamalmeyer

Rosie, you have always been my favorite artist, comedian, actor and one of the kindest humans. I always enjoy everything you do and love hearing about your children and the love you have for them. I’m so happy to listen to you weekly, it’s refreshing and fun. You have taught me so much about being human. Thank you for doing this podcast and as always for being YOU! I will listen and watch anything you put out here for all of us. Thank you for everything you are doing and will do in the future.
Eek

Aug 14

Ask_K

Must not have been offered a new contract or ran out of people and topics to do a show on. Another celebrity that can’t put together 30 minutes of content 1 Day! a week, sad.
"Sooner rather than later" 🙏🏻

Feb 29

Foodie Social Worker

Thanks, Rosie, for decades of kindness in your work--our kids (now adults and out n proud gay) enjoyed your show--your Christmas albums were soundtracks on our trips to get our tree at an abbey--you embody greatness--people like you serve as beautiful counters to the venom that is spoken about LGBTQIA--please come back to the podcast world asap (will be on the lookout)--bless you!! ❤️

Legendary entertainer Rosie O'Donnell shares her take on fame, family and fun from her vantage point at 61. Onward Folks! We have no other choice. During her weekly show, Rosie will speak with friends, celebrities, newsmakers, artists, poets and TikTokers.

Channel

Outspoken
Creator

iHeartPodcasts
Years Active

2023 - 2024
Episodes

51
Rating

Clean
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Onward with Rosie O'Donnell