Karamo Luminary

Actress and star of the hit series “Code Black,” Emily Tyra shares her inspiring story of surviving cancer, and her journey of walking down the aisle to marry her true love only several weeks after life-changing brain surgery. Her story will not only inspire, but encourage you to listen to your body—especially when something doesn’t feel right.

This week, I had a high-energy conversation with the wonderful actor Kat Dennings, known for her role in the television show Two Broke Girls (also for: Dollface on Hulu, and the forthcoming film Friendsgiving). She describes an amazing sacrifice her entire family made for her when she was a teenager. Kat also reflects, from the perspective of her own vulnerable personal experience, on the question that listener Valeria (from the beginning of the episode) is working through: “Should you choose your spouse/partner over your family?”

Actor, activist, and my dear friend Sophia Bush brings her amazing self and beautiful storytelling to today’s conversation. She kicks it off with a moving story marked by humility and gratitude, then shares so many inspiring thoughts I want to hashtag everything that comes out of her mouth! We also explore a deep question I discussed with a listener named Mo at the top of this episode: “should your faith influence your politics?”

This week’s deep question is “Should you apologize even if you don’t want to for the purpose of mending family ties?" Drag superstar Monét X Change weighs in on the topic with an amazing and empowering quote. She also shares details on some drama with Gia (a former RuPauls Drag Race All Stars co-star), and talks about her friendship with Bob the Drag Queen. Plus: a listener named Adam shares his personal story surrounding this week’s question.

Is it wrong to comment on or give advice to someone about their body? A conversation with acclaimed model and singer Laith Ashley on the lived experience of being a trans man. Plus, listener T.J. reveals methods he uses to shine a light on other people’s behavior when it comes to them offering him advice or opinions about his body.

If there is anyone who embodies the power of never giving up on yourself, it’s my dear friend and castmate on Queer Eye, Bobby Berk. Despite having been homeless, poor, and even ending up in jail for not being able to pay traffic fines, Bobby is now a major designer and omni-media brand unto himself.