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Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness

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Join Jonathan Van Ness (Queer Eye) each week as they explore everything under (and sometimes beyond!) the sun with scientists, historians, activists, entertainers, and other brilliant guest experts. New episodes of Getting Curious drop on Wednesdays. On Mondays, join us for Pretty Curious. our podcast on all things beauty! Subscribe to Extra Curious for exclusive episodes of Ask JVN, where Jonathan's answering your questions about sex, dating, and more. You can follow Getting Curious on Instagram and Twitter @curiouswithjvn. Transcripts for all episodes are available at jonathanvanness.com/podcasts. Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com.

Join Jonathan Van Ness (Queer Eye) each week as they explore everything under (and sometimes beyond!) the sun with scientists, historians, activists, entertainers, and other brilliant guest experts. New episodes of Getting Curious drop on Wednesdays. On Mondays, join us for Pretty Curious. our podcast on all things beauty! Subscribe to Extra Curious for exclusive episodes of Ask JVN, where Jonathan's answering your questions about sex, dating, and more. You can follow Getting Curious on Instagram and Twitter @curiouswithjvn. Transcripts for all episodes are available at jonathanvanness.com/podcasts. Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com.

 

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#378

How Do Olympians Mentally Prepare?

Curious People…the Summer Olympics are finally upon us!!! As we prepare for the most major event of the season, we also get curious about how Olympians prepare. Robert Andrews joins Jonathan to talk about working with countless elite athletes– including Simone Biles–to eliminate stress in their lives so they can focus on their sport. The two go deep into the world of Sports Psychology: what goes on in the brain when you incur an injury, quieting the pressures that surround competition, and sports that encourage lifting each other up. Plus, CORE mapping and how you can apply the tenets of Robert’s work to your own life. Robert Andrews is the founder and director of The Institute of Sports Performance in Houston, Texas who has 30 years of experience in private practice as a mental training consultant and licensed therapist. Robert has worked with Olympians and Olympic hopefuls in the last five Summer Olympic Games, contributing to the success of numerous athletes who have clinched Olympic Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals and World Championships. His expertise spans 11 countries and 13 sports, including men’s and women’s gymnastics, trampoline, swimming, diving, basketball, fencing, judo, track & field (sprints, pole vault, and middle distance), and rhythmic gymnastics. The Institute of Sports Performance is online at [https://tinssp.com/] (https://tinssp.com/) Follow us on [Instagram] (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.instagram.com/curiouswithjvn/?hl=en__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZ4kieAp4$) @CuriousWithJVN to join the conversation. Jonathan is on [Instagram] (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.instagram.com/jvn/__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZzmGcX02$) @JVN. Transcripts for each episode are available at [JonathanVanNess.com] (https://www.jonathanvanness.com/gettingcurious) . Find books from Getting Curious guests at [bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn] (https://bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn) . Our senior producers are Chris McClure and Julia Melfi. Our editor & engineer is Nathanael McClure. Production support from Julie Carrillo, Anne Currie, and Chad Hall. Our theme music is “Freak” by QUIÑ; for more, head to [TheQuinCat.com] (https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.thequincat.com/__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZ8weXfHW$) . Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

24 Jul 2024

56 MINS

56:41

24 Jul 2024

#377

You Might Also Like: On Purpose with Jay Shetty

Introducing Elissa Goodman: 3 Health Secrets From Celebrities Favorite Nutritionist & 2 Health Trends You Are Wasting Your Money On from On Purpose with Jay Shetty. Follow the show: [On Purpose with Jay Shetty] (https://www.iheart.com/podcast/867-on-purpose-with-jay-shetty-30589432/) What’s your go-to nutrition hack? Is it truly beneficial for your body’s health? Today, let's welcome Elissa Goodman, a renowned integrative holistic nutritionist known for her expertise in cleansing and nutrition. She has gained recognition for her personal journey of overcoming significant health challenges, including cancer and autoimmune issues, which inspired her to take control of her health and help others do the same. Elissa has developed her own kitchen cleanse program, which delivers nourishing and healing foods directly to people's homes. Elissa explains the concept of cleansing, which is often misunderstood as deprivation and starvation. Her approach focuses on nourishment and reducing inflammation through a diet rich in a variety of vegetables and plant-based foods. She describes the benefits of her cleanses, which help people reset their bodies, improve digestion, and enhance overall well-being. Jay and Elissa also significance of habits such as regular blood work, proper sleep, meditation, and journaling for maintaining health. We get to hear practical advice, including tips on how to read supplement and food labels, avoiding additives and fillers, and the benefits of simple, whole foods and maintaining a balanced diet. Always listen to our body and make health decisions based on individual needs. . In this interview, you'll learn: How to hydrate properly How to improve digestion How to manage stress for better health How to address emotional well-being How to understand your body's needs How to use plant-based proteins Take the first step towards a healthier you by embracing these holistic approaches, and experience the transformative benefits for yourself. With Love and Gratitude, Jay Shetty What We Discuss: ---00:00 Intro ---04:23 What is Cleansing? ---05:58 Is Cleansing Necessary? ---06:48 How Often Should You Cleanse? ---08:47 Surviving Cancer ---14:39 You Can Heal Cancer ---18:05 The Benefits of Juicing ---19:54 Celery Juice ---25:06 Habit Change ---28:00 Muscle Testing Supplements ---29:44 The Right Supplements ---33:11 Read Product Labels ---37:42 Different Types of Cleansing ---41:11 How the Digestive Tract Works ---42:47 There’s No One Diet for All ---46:02 Supplement Misconceptions ---49:16 Going Back to Basics ---52:37 Tap Into Your Subconscious ---55:30 My Plant Medicine Journey ---58:07 Releasing Kept Emotions ---01:00:28 Takeaways ---01:02:06 The Sickly Child ---01:05:52 Hypnotism ---01:07:32 Programing of Our Subconscious ---01:10:33 Forgiveness ---01:11:59 Elissa on Final Five ---01:14:21 Manifesting Positivity    Episode Resources: ---Elissa Goodman | [Website] (https://elissagoodman.com/) ---Elissa Goodman | [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/elissagoodman) ---Elissa Goodman | [LinkedIn] (https://www.linkedin.com/in/elissa-goodman-04212b11/) ---Elissa Goodman | [Facebook] (https://www.facebook.com/elissa.goodman.holistic.nutritionist/) ---Elissa Goodman | [YouTube] (https://www.youtube.com/@elissagoodmanihn7536) ---Elissa Goodman | [TikTok] (https://www.youtube.com/@elissagoodmanihn7536) --- [Cancer Hacks: A Holistic Guide to Overcoming your Fears and Healing Cancer] (https://www.amazon.com/Cancer-Hacks-Holistic-Overcoming-Healing-ebook/dp/B01FGAG0CA?ref_=ast_author_dp&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.EN9X7wSUyuTEuEOISDfMHw.HRPPMLA5ZLrq_7kO9MzNSmwIYiFHUXK5S0PuJxNSmtY&dib_tag=AUTHOR) See [omnystudio.com/listener] (https://omnystudio.com/listener) for privacy information. DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm. ... Read more

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#376

PRETTY CURIOUS | Is Red Light Therapy Fierce Or Not?

Red Light Therapy is all the rage…but what exactly is it? The legendary Dr. Barbara Sturm is here to tell Jonathan ALL about it. The two go deep into the science of inflammation, the difference between Red and Blue Light Therapy, Dr. Sturm’s iconic Blood Facial, and more! Then the two talk all about what to take to build a brand that lasts based on highly-researched formulas that really work. Dr. Barbara Sturm is a German doctor, orthopedics specialist, aesthetics expert and an anti-inflammatory pioneer. Dr. Sturm brought her experience in joint tissue inflammation into aesthetics in 2012, creating her MCX facial treatment, which is now recognized by many as the ‘Blood Facial.’ In 2014, her full anti-inflammatory collection, Molecular Cosmetics, was born. Today, Dr. Sturm has seven Spas & Boutiques worldwide, which are home to her high-performance treatments and serve as education hubs for her patients. Dr. Sturm is on [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/drbarbarasturm/?hl=en) @drbarbarasturm and online at [drsturm.com] (http://drsturm.com/) . Follow us on [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/curiouswithjvn/?hl=en__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZ4kieAp4$) @CuriousWithJVN to learn more about the products from this episode, or head to [JonathanVanNess.com] (https://jonathanvanness.com/) for the transcript. Jonathan is on [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/jvn/__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZzmGcX02$) @JVN. Find books from Getting Curious and Pretty Curious guests at [bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn] (https://bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn) . Our senior producers are Chris McClure and Julia Melfi. Our associate producer is Allison Weiss. Our editor & engineer is Nathanael McClure.  Our theme music is also composed by Nathanael McClure. Production support from Julie Carrillo, Anne Currie, and Chad Hall. Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

22 Jul 2024

36 MINS

36:10

22 Jul 2024

#375

Are We Any Happier in 2024? with Gretchen Rubin

Can you believe we’re already halfway through the year?? Gretchen Rubin is back with Jonathan to check in on our New Year's resolutions. We get real about how difficult it can be to find balance in our chaotic world, and the importance of finding fulfillment because after all, happy people are engaged people. We learn all about how Jonathan’s been relating to social media, Gretchen’s heated socks, and how to use our tendencies to reinvest in our goals. Plus, Gretchen shares the research she and her team has conducted with the Habits for Happiness Quiz. Gretchen Rubin is the author of many bestselling books, such as The Happiness Project, Better Than Before, and The Four Tendencies, which have sold millions of copies in more than thirty languages. Her most recent book is Life in Five Senses. She’s also host of the popular podcast, Happier with Gretchen Rubin, and founder of award-winning Happier app, which helps people track their happiness-boosting habits. You can follow Gretchen on [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/gretchenrubin/) @gretchenrubin. You can find more information about Gretchen, [here] (https://gretchenrubin.com/about/) and you can listen to Happier wherever you get your podcasts. Follow us on [Instagram] (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.instagram.com/curiouswithjvn/?hl=en__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZ4kieAp4$) @CuriousWithJVN to join the conversation. Jonathan is on [Instagram] (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.instagram.com/jvn/__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZzmGcX02$) @JVN. Transcripts for each episode are available at [JonathanVanNess.com] (https://www.jonathanvanness.com/gettingcurious) . Find books from Getting Curious guests at [bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn] (https://bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn) . Our senior producers are Chris McClure and Julia Melfi. Our editor & engineer is Nathanael McClure. Production support from Julie Carrillo, Anne Currie, and Chad Hall. Our theme music is “Freak” by QUIÑ; for more, head to [TheQuinCat.com] (https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.thequincat.com/__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZ8weXfHW$) . Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

17 Jul 2024

52 MINS

52:58

17 Jul 2024

#374

PRETTY CURIOUS | Are Y2K Trends Making A Comeback? with Fat Mascara

Jess & Jenn from Fat Mascara are here for the beauty podcasting collab of the century! We talk about the evolution of beauty related media, how they’ve seen the industry change, and all the major tips & tricks they’ve picked up from all the founders and icons they’ve interviewed throughout the years. Plus, Y2K nostalgia, chunky highlights, and the beauty counters of their childhoods. Hosts (and friends) Jessica Matlin and Jennifer Sullivan are the hosts of the incredible beauty podcast, Fat Mascara. Fat Mascara leads the global beauty conversation with candor, humor, and unparalleled access to the celebrities, experts, and industry insiders who make the beauty world turn. They’re giving you sharp analysis of the news and trends, advice, and product recommendations on Wednesdays. And on Fridays, they interview people involved in the big business of beauty like Victoria Beckham, Kim Kardashian, and Jessica Alba, as well as makeup artists, hair stylists, and other industry experts. [Listen] (https://www.fatmascara.com/listen) to Fat Mascara wherever you get your podcasts. Follow Fat Mascara on [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/fatmascara/?hl=en) @fatmascara. Jess is on [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/jessicamatlin/?hl=en) @jessicamatlin and Jenn is on [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/jenn_edit/?hl=en) @jenn_edit. Follow us on [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/curiouswithjvn/?hl=en__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZ4kieAp4$) @CuriousWithJVN to learn more about the products from this episode, or head to [JonathanVanNess.com] (https://jonathanvanness.com/) for the transcript. Jonathan is on [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/jvn/__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZzmGcX02$) @JVN. Find books from Getting Curious and Pretty Curious guests at [bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn] (https://bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn) . Our senior producers are Chris McClure and Julia Melfi. Our associate producer is Allison Weiss. Our engineer is Nathanael McClure. Our theme music is also composed by Nathanael McClure. Production support from Julie Carrillo, Anne Currie, and Chad Hall. Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

15 Jul 2024

42 MINS

42:05

15 Jul 2024

#373

What's Going On With Sharks?

We are getting into all the Shark Week fun here on Getting Curious with Dr. Gavin Naylor! Jonathan and Gavin dive deep into all things sharks: Are attacks really becoming more common, or is that just our perception? Why are there only 530 species of sharks, and what makes them so resilient? What does intrauterine cannibalism mean? And Dr. Naylor tells us about how he’s able to study the marvels of evolutionary biology through his focus on sharks and what makes them so unique. Dr. Gavin Naylor is the director of the Florida Program for Shark Research at the Florida Museum of Natural History. He focuses his research on evolution, genetics, biogeography and the natural history of sharks. Dr. Naylor is also interested in the exploration of the biodiversity of sharks and rays, phylogenetic inference, protein folding, molecular evolution and the origin of architectural novelty. You can follow the Florida Program for Shark Research at the Florida Museum of Natural History on [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/floridamuseum) and [YouTube ] (https://www.youtube.com/user/floridamuseum) @FloridaMuseum Follow us on [Instagram] (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.instagram.com/curiouswithjvn/?hl=en__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZ4kieAp4$) @CuriousWithJVN to join the conversation. Jonathan is on [Instagram] (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.instagram.com/jvn/__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZzmGcX02$) @JVN. Transcripts for each episode are available at [JonathanVanNess.com] (https://www.jonathanvanness.com/gettingcurious) . Find books from Getting Curious guests at [bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn] (https://bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn) . Our senior producers are Chris McClure and Julia Melfi. Our editor & engineer is Nathanael McClure. Production support from Julie Carrillo, Anne Currie, and Chad Hall. Our theme music is “Freak” by QUIÑ; for more, head to [TheQuinCat.com] (https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.thequincat.com/__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZ8weXfHW$) . Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

10 Jul 2024

54 MINS

54:59

10 Jul 2024

#372

PRETTY CURIOUS | How Does Acupuncture Work? with Dr. Eileen Li

If you’re anything like us, then you have endless burning questions about acupuncture: How exactly does it work? Can it relieve my stress? Indigestion? Headaches? Chronic pain? Acne? Dr. Eileen Li joins Jonathan to answer all this…and more! She shares her approach to treating the body’s whole health with both a Traditional Chinese Medicine and Western Medicine perspective, and how acupuncture can bring out our inner beauty. Plus, are Blue Zone Diets all they’re cracked up to be? Dr. Eileen Li is a second generation licensed acupuncturist & Chinese medicine herbalist, and licensed physical therapist. Her journey began as a physical therapist, obtaining a clinical doctorate at Simmons University in Boston, MA. From there, she worked in the physical rehabilitation field specializing in chronic pain research, pediatrics, geriatrics, inpatient psychiatry, and schools. She then decided to further pursue a career in acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine. With ten years of clinical experience from all different facets of healthcare practices, Dr. Li continues to expand her knowledge as our medicine evolves and specializes in orthopedics, chronic and acute pain, anxiety, sleep, stress, digestive issues, and general wellness. Follow Dr. Eileen Li on [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/anew.acu/?hl=en) and [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@anew.acu?lang=en) @anew.acu. Follow us on [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/curiouswithjvn/?hl=en__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZ4kieAp4$) @CuriousWithJVN to learn more about the products from this episode, or head to [JonathanVanNess.com] (https://jonathanvanness.com/) for the transcript. Jonathan is on [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/jvn/__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZzmGcX02$) @JVN. Find books from Getting Curious and Pretty Curious guests at [bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn] (https://bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn) . Our senior producers are Chris McClure and Julia Melfi. Our associate producer is Allison Weiss. Our engineer is Nathanael McClure. Our theme music is also composed by Nathanael McClure. Production support from Julie Carrillo, Anne Currie, and Chad Hall. Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

08 Jul 2024

42 MINS

42:34

08 Jul 2024

#371

What's The Biden Administration Doing For The Environment?

White House National Climate Advisor Ali Zaidi is here to tell us all about the major policy efforts that are making historic gains in the fight against climate change. Jonathan and Ali cover it all: from Ali’s journey to this work, to environmental justice concerns, to the many ways in which investing in these policies help strengthen local economies. Plus, how people just like you can get involved in a greener future with the American Climate Corps, which trains young people in clean energy, conservation, and climate resilience skills to help tackle the climate crisis. Ali Zaidi serves as Assistant to the President and National Climate Advisor. In this role, he leads the White House Climate Policy Office, which coordinates policy development and President  Biden’s all-of-government approach to tackle the climate crisis, create good-paying union jobs, and advance environmental justice. Zaidi helped design and negotiate the President’s historic climate and clean energy investment agenda – including the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and Inflation Reduction Act. Zaidi has also worked for the Obama Administration and the state of New York. Ali immigrated from Pakistan and grew up outside Erie, Pennsylvania. He received an A.B. from Harvard University and J.D. from Georgetown University. You can follow Ali Zaidi on [X] (https://x.com/alizaidi46) @alizaidi46. Follow us on [Instagram] (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.instagram.com/curiouswithjvn/?hl=en__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZ4kieAp4$) @CuriousWithJVN to join the conversation. Jonathan is on [Instagram] (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.instagram.com/jvn/__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZzmGcX02$) @JVN. Transcripts for each episode are available at [JonathanVanNess.com] (https://www.jonathanvanness.com/gettingcurious) . Find books from Getting Curious guests at [bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn] (https://bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn) . Our senior producers are Chris McClure and Julia Melfi. Our editor & engineer is Nathanael McClure. Production support from Julie Carrillo, Anne Currie, and Chad Hall. Our theme music is “Freak” by QUIÑ; for more, head to [TheQuinCat.com] (https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.thequincat.com/__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZ8weXfHW$) . Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

03 Jul 2024

47 MINS

47:10

03 Jul 2024

#370

PRETTY CURIOUS | How Are My Table Manners? with Jessie & Lennie Ware

Jessie & Lennie Ware sat down with JVN for a good old chit-chat on their podcast Table Manners, and we’re bringing you some highlights from that incredible conversation, plus some of our standard Pretty Curious fare! We go deep on how Jessie puts together looks for her album covers, Lennie’s classic red lip, and Whitney Houston’s “I Look To You.” Plus, does Jessie think vocal rest is meh or MAJOR? Jessie Ware is an English singer and songwriter. She came to prominence following the release of her 2012 debut studio album, Devotion. Her fifth studio album, That! Feels Good! just came out last year. Jessie has won seven Brit Awards nominations including one for Best New Artist and four for British Female Solo Artist and two Mercury Prize nominations. In 2018, Jessie and her mom Lennie began co-hosting the Table Manners podcast all about family, food and the art of a good old chit-chat. Jessie Ware is on [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/jessieware/?hl=en) and [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@jessieware?lang=en) @jessieware. Follow Table Manners on [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/tablemannerspodcast/?hl=en) @tablemannerspodcast and listen wherever you get your podcasts. Follow us on [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/curiouswithjvn/?hl=en__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZ4kieAp4$) @CuriousWithJVN to learn more about the products from this episode, or head to [JonathanVanNess.com] (https://jonathanvanness.com/) for the transcript. Jonathan is on [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/jvn/__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZzmGcX02$) @JVN. Find books from Getting Curious and Pretty Curious guests at [bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn] (https://bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn) . Our senior producers are Chris McClure and Julia Melfi. Our editor & engineer is Nathanael McClure. Our theme music is also composed by Nathanael McClure. Production support from Julie Carrillo, Anne Currie, and Chad Hall. Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

01 Jul 2024

39 MINS

39:52

01 Jul 2024

#369

How Fun Is Alan Carr?

Jonathan and Alan recently met at Adele’s Vegas residency show and were instantly obsessed with each other! The two sit down for a truly delightful conversation about the journey of Alan’s career from working as a call center operator to becoming a UK comedy icon. The two chat about what it’s like to be a gay comedian, The Friday Night Project, and the challenges of working out new material as an established voice. Plus: Amy Weinhouse, Australian accents, and Drag Race UK! Alan Carr is a comedian, broadcaster, and writer. Alan has won three British Comedy Awards, two National Television Awards, and a BAFTA TV Award. Alan can be seen presenting his hit panel show There’s Something About Movies on Sky One, hosting BBC One's Interior Design Masters, and guest judging on Ru Paul’s Drag Race UK. He’s also the host of the Life’s A Beach Podcast. You can follow Alan Carr on [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/chattyman/?hl=en) @chattyman, and the [Life’s A Beach Podcast] (https://www.instagram.com/lifesabeach.podcast/?hl=en) @lifesabeach.podcast. Follow us on [Instagram] (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.instagram.com/curiouswithjvn/?hl=en__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZ4kieAp4$) @CuriousWithJVN to join the conversation. Jonathan is on [Instagram] (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.instagram.com/jvn/__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZzmGcX02$) @JVN. Transcripts for each episode are available at [JonathanVanNess.com] (https://www.jonathanvanness.com/gettingcurious) . Find books from Getting Curious guests at [bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn] (https://bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn) . Our senior producers are Chris McClure and Julia Melfi. Our editor & engineer is Nathanael McClure. Production support from Julie Carrillo, Anne Currie, and Chad Hall. Our theme music is “Freak” by QUIÑ; for more, head to [TheQuinCat.com] (https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.thequincat.com/__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZ8weXfHW$) . Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

26 Jun 2024

40 MINS

40:50

26 Jun 2024

#368

PRETTY CURIOUS | What’s The Deal With Hyperpigmentation?

Desiree Verdejo took a leap of faith: she left the grind of New York corporate law and opened a boutique in Harlem, which eventually led her to found Hyper! skincare. Desiree joins Jonathan to talk all about how she made this massive pivot over time and to follow your own instincts. Plus the two go deep on hyperpigmentation for sensitive skin of all shades, ingredients and formulas, and what’s next for the brand. After leaving the world of corporate law, Desiree Verdejo moved to Harlem to open a beauty boutique specializing in Black-owned indie brands. She began to notice a hole in the market, which inspired her to launch the brand Hyper! –  a skincare line focused on targeting hyperpigmentation for deeper skin tones and sensitive skin types. Hyper! was an Allure Best of Beauty 2022 award winner. Follow Hyper! on [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/hyperskin/) and [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@hyperskin?) @hyperskin. Desiree is on [Instagram] (http://desiree.verdejo/) and [TikTok] (https://www.tiktok.com/@desiree.verdejo) @desiree.verdejo. Follow us on [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/curiouswithjvn/?hl=en__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZ4kieAp4$) @CuriousWithJVN to learn more about the products from this episode, or head to [JonathanVanNess.com] (https://jonathanvanness.com/) for the transcript. Jonathan is on [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/jvn/__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZzmGcX02$) @JVN. Find books from Getting Curious and Pretty Curious guests at [bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn] (https://bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn) . Our senior producers are Chris McClure and Julia Melfi. Our engineer is Nathanael McClure. Our theme music is also composed by Nathanael McClure. Production support from Julie Carrillo, Anne Currie, and Chad Hall. Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

24 Jun 2024

38 MINS

38:06

24 Jun 2024

#367

Where Have All The Gay Bars Gone?

Did you know that between 2006 and 2016, 58% of bars, pubs, and nightclubs that catered to the LGBTQ community closed in London? Sociologist Amin Ghaziani joins Jonathan to explain this phenomena and how the queer community is adapting. The two dig deep into how the norms of the typical gay bar often exclude already marginalized folks in the LGTBQ community, the underground parties like Buttmitzvah and Femmetopia that have filled this void, and the experimental economic models these parties use to disrupt capitalism. Plus, the deep importance of uplifting queer JOY! Amin Ghaziani is Professor of Sociology at UBC, Canada Research Chair in Urban Sexualities, and co-editor of Contexts, the public-facing magazine of the American Sociological Association. Amin has written and edited 6 books and over 60 academic articles, book chapters, and essays, many of which he has published in top disciplinary and subfield journals. He’s won several awards, including a Lambda Literary Award Finalist for Best Book in LGBT Studies. Amin’s been featured in places like The New Yorker, Time magazine, BBC Radio 4, CBC Radio, and The New York Times, among others. His latest book “Long Live Queer Nightlife: How the Closing of Gay Bars Sparked a Revolution” was just published in the US on March 26th. You can follow Amin on [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/amin_ghaziani/) and [X] (https://twitter.com/Amin_Ghaziani) @amin_ghaziani. Follow us on [Instagram] (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.instagram.com/curiouswithjvn/?hl=en__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZ4kieAp4$) @CuriousWithJVN to join the conversation. Jonathan is on [Instagram] (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.instagram.com/jvn/__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZzmGcX02$) @JVN. Transcripts for each episode are available at [JonathanVanNess.com] (https://www.jonathanvanness.com/gettingcurious) . Find books from Getting Curious guests at [bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn] (https://bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn) . Our senior producers are Chris McClure and Julia Melfi. Our editor & engineer is Nathanael McClure. Production support from Julie Carrillo, Anne Currie, and Chad Hall. Our theme music is “Freak” by QUIÑ; for more, head to [TheQuinCat.com] (https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.thequincat.com/__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZ8weXfHW$) . Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

19 Jun 2024

52 MINS

52:57

19 Jun 2024

#366

PRETTY CURIOUS | How Did You Go From Kitchen Sink to Oprah Winfrey? with Lisa Price

This week, we have Carol’s Daughter founder, Lisa Price! Lisa tells Jonathan about her decades-long journey to lasting success: from back in the early days when she made and sold products out of her kitchen at a time when there were barely any natural hair products on the shelves, all the way through being inducted into the National Museum of African-American History and Culture. Plus, being on the Oprah Winfrey show, how scent and product are inextricably linked, and an iconic vintage beauty memory. Lisa Price started Carol’s Daughter out of her kitchen in 1993, and now the brand has over 300 aromatic products for the face, hair, body and home. Her clientele include celebrities like Jada Pinkett Smith, Halle Berry, Chaka Khan and Oprah Winfrey. During the Obama administration, Lisa was appointed to the National Women’s Business Council. She is also the author of “Success Never Smelled So Sweet,” a memoir that chronicles her transformation from a young Black woman deep in debt to president of a paradigm-changing business. In 2021, Carol’s Daughter partnered with the world-renown doula Latham Thomas to launch Love Delivered, an initiative focused on raising awareness of the Black Maternal Health Crisis in the United States. Lisa is also a part of the Executive Committee at L’Oreal USA giving her perspective on Black culture, diversity equality and inclusion and organizational topics. Follow Lisa Price on [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/iamlisaprice/) @iamlisaprice and Carol’s Daughter on [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/carolsdaughter/) @carolsdaughter. Follow us on [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/curiouswithjvn/?hl=en__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZ4kieAp4$) @CuriousWithJVN to learn more about the products from this episode, or head to [JonathanVanNess.com] (https://jonathanvanness.com/) for the transcript. Jonathan is on [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/jvn/__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZzmGcX02$) @JVN. Find books from Getting Curious and Pretty Curious guests at [bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn] (https://bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn) . Our senior producers are Chris McClure and Julia Melfi. Our editor & engineer is Nathanael McClure. Our theme music is also composed by Nathanael McClure. Production support from Julie Carrillo, Anne Currie, and Chad Hall. Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

17 Jun 2024

34 MINS

34:49

17 Jun 2024

#365

Gay Republicans?

Neil J. Young is here to answer all our burning questions about the history of gay people within the Republican party! Neil and Jonathan go back to the Mattachine Society in the 1950s and the beginnings of the Log Cabin Republicans in the late 1970s when neither political party accepted homosexuality. Then the two examine how gay Republicans were instrumental in taking down Don’t Ask Don’t Tell and advancing the legalization of same-sex marriage. Plus, we touch on the current mindset of this often disregarded group to better understand their political and personal motivations. Neil J. Young is an award-winning historian, writer, podcaster, and author. Neil formerly served as a contributing columnist for The Week and, before that, an opinion columnist for HuffPost. He writes frequently for leading publications, including the Washington Post, the Atlantic, CNN, the Los Angeles Times, Vox, Politico, Slate, and the New York Times. Neil co-hosts and produces the popular history podcast, Past Present. His latest book, “Coming Out Republican: A History of the Gay Right” just came out in April. You can follow Neil on [X] (https://x.com/neiljyoung17?lang=en) and [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/neiljyoung17/) @NeilJYoung17. Check out the Past Present Pod archive on [Apple Podcasts] (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/past-present/id1043954557) and [X] (https://x.com/pastpresentpod) . Follow us on [Instagram] (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.instagram.com/curiouswithjvn/?hl=en__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZ4kieAp4$) @CuriousWithJVN to join the conversation. Jonathan is on [Instagram] (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.instagram.com/jvn/__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZzmGcX02$) @JVN. Transcripts for each episode are available at [JonathanVanNess.com] (https://www.jonathanvanness.com/gettingcurious) . Find books from Getting Curious guests at [bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn] (https://bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn) . Our senior producers are Chris McClure and Julia Melfi. Our editor & engineer is Nathanael McClure. Production support from Julie Carrillo, Anne Currie, and Chad Hall. Our theme music is “Freak” by QUIÑ; for more, head to [TheQuinCat.com] (https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.thequincat.com/__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZ8weXfHW$) . Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

12 Jun 2024

57 MINS

57:24

12 Jun 2024

#364

PRETTY CURIOUS | What’s It Like To Design Iconic Looks For RuPaul? with ZALDY

Did you know that the looks for Ru Paul’s Drag Race, Lady Gaga’s Monster Ball Tour, Britney Spears’ Femme Fatale Tour, Katy Perry’s Vegas Residency, and Cirque du Soleil were all created by ONE design genius? It’s true! ZALDY is the artist behind this incredible oeuvre…and our guest on Pretty Curious. ZALDY tells Jonathan all about his journey from model to designer, meeting Ru Paul in their Club Kid days, and how the industry has evolved since then. Plus, the two geek out over all things Olympics! ZALDY is a fashion designer based in New York City. Since launching his own namesake clothing line in 2002, ZALDY has designed both stagewear and one-of-a-kind looks for Lady Gaga, Britney Spears, Cirque du Soleil, and others. He served as the head designer for Gwen Stefani’s L.A.M.B. collection and won an Emmy in Costume Design in 2019 for his work on RuPaul’s Drag Race. Follow ZALDY on [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/zaldynyc/?hl=en) @zaldynyc. Follow us on [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/curiouswithjvn/?hl=en__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZ4kieAp4$) @CuriousWithJVN to learn more about the products from this episode, or head to [JonathanVanNess.com] (https://jonathanvanness.com/) for the transcript. Jonathan is on [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/jvn/__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZzmGcX02$) @JVN. Find books from Getting Curious and Pretty Curious guests at [bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn] (https://bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn) . Our senior producers are Chris McClure and Julia Melfi. Our editor & engineer is Nathanael McClure. Our theme music is also composed by Nathanael McClure. Production support from Julie Carrillo, Anne Currie, and Chad Hall. Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

10 Jun 2024

37 MINS

37:12

10 Jun 2024

#363

How Are The Asexuals Doing? with Angela Chen

Happy Pride, Curious People! We’re kicking the month off by talking with Angela Chen about the often overlooked “A” in LGBTQIA+. Angela lays down the basics of asexuality, then she and Jonathan talk more deeply about how the "Ace" perspective can offer everyone a new lens through which to think about their relationships to romance, sex, desire, and culture. Plus, compulsory sexuality and its MAJOR role in our cultural understandings of sex. Angela Chen is a journalist, editor, and author. She’s worked as a senior editor at WIRED, a staff reporter at The Wall Street Journal, Vox Media’s The Verge, and MIT Technology Review.  Her reporting and essays have also appeared in The New York Times, The Atlantic, The Guardian, Paris Review, Chronicle of Higher Education, Lapham's Quarterly, National Geographic, and more. She is also the author of Ace: What Asexuality Reveals About Desire, Society, and the Meaning of Sex. You can follow Angela on [X] (https://twitter.com/chengela?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor) @chengela or on [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/angelaetcetera) @angelaetcetera. Follow us on [Instagram] (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.instagram.com/curiouswithjvn/?hl=en__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZ4kieAp4$) @CuriousWithJVN to join the conversation. Jonathan is on [Instagram] (https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.instagram.com/jvn/__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZzmGcX02$) @JVN. Transcripts for each episode are available at [JonathanVanNess.com] (https://www.jonathanvanness.com/gettingcurious) . Find books from Getting Curious guests at [bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn] (https://bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn) . Our senior producers are Chris McClure and Julia Melfi. Our editor & engineer is Nathanael McClure. Production support from Julie Carrillo, Anne Currie, and Chad Hall. Our theme music is “Freak” by QUIÑ; for more, head to [TheQuinCat.com] (https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.thequincat.com/__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZ8weXfHW$) . Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

05 Jun 2024

50 MINS

50:07

05 Jun 2024

#362

PRETTY CURIOUS | How Hot Is Jewelry? with Irene Neuwirth

We’re MAJOR fans of Irene Neuwirth Jewelry, known for her one-of-a-kind and incredibly gorgeous pieces! Irene tells Jonathan the story of her slow and steady journey from hobbyist at local gem shows to crafting unique pieces for major celebrities. She shares all that inspires her creative vision from her mother’s influence as a painter, to mixing and matching gems in playful ways that break traditional rules of jewelry making, and even the thought behind her individualized packaging. Plus, that time as a young designer when she broke a rare opal! Irene Neuwirth is a jewelry designer from Los Angeles. She began experimenting with jewelry design after college and soon after she found herself inundated with requests for her one-of-a-kind pieces. In 2003, with business partner Tracy Stoll, Irene Neuwirth Jewelry was born. Her jewelry has been worn by celebrities like Naomi Watts, Tracee Ellis Ross, Julianne Moore, Sarah Paulson, and Busy Philipps, and her work has been featured in publications like Vogue, Elle, Harper's Bazaar, Town & Country, W, and The New York Times. Today the collection can be found at their flagship stores in Los Angeles, New York City, as well as leading boutiques across the globe. Follow Irene Neuwirth Jewelry on [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/ireneneuwirth/) @ireneneuwirth. Follow us on [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/curiouswithjvn/?hl=en__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZ4kieAp4$) @CuriousWithJVN to learn more about the products from this episode, or head to [JonathanVanNess.com] (https://jonathanvanness.com/) for the transcript. Jonathan is on [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/jvn/__;!!NUnUjx3wvH5xgA!JwPuFyNVrHjVLZ00zG_p-g5BwqcJBeKiKpH_gBGieMmeu6cBBxoQbp_bZzmGcX02$) @JVN. Find books from Getting Curious and Pretty Curious guests at [bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn] (https://bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn) . Our senior producers are Chris McClure and Julia Melfi. Our engineer is Nathanael McClure. Our theme music is also composed by Nathanael McClure. Production support from Julie Carrillo, Anne Currie, and Chad Hall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

03 Jun 2024

35 MINS

35:45

03 Jun 2024

#361

How Can We Be More Effective With Language?

Have you ever wondered what’s up with double negation, the history of gender neutral pronouns, or why swearing is taboo? Then get ready for this week’s guest, linguist Anne Curzan! Anne and Jonathan talk about how the English language has evolved since the 1300s and how our words are SO powerful because of their central role in our identities and communities. Plus, we talk about how to be a more generous speaker, listener, and caretaker of language. Anne Curzan is the Dean of Literature, Science, and the Arts at the University of Michigan, where she also teaches courses on the history of English, English grammar, language and gender, and the dynamics of conversations. She is a trained linguist and historian of the English language. Her TEDx talk at UM called “What makes a word ‘real’?” has over 2 million views on the national TED site. She earned her B.A. in linguistics from Yale University and her Ph.D. in English language and literature from the University of Michigan. Her book “Says Who?: A Kinder, Funner Usage Guide for Everyone Who Cares About Words” came out on March 26th. You can follow Anne on [Instagram] (https://www.instagram.com/annecurzan/) at @annecurzan and find more information about her book on [Penguin Random House] (https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/717214/says-who-by-anne-curzan-phd/) . Follow us on Instagram @CuriousWithJVN to join the conversation. Jonathan is on Instagram @JVN. Transcripts for each episode are available at JonathanVanNess.com. Find books from Getting Curious guests at bookshop.org/shop/curiouswithjvn. Our senior producers are Chris McClure and Julia Melfi. Our editor & engineer is Nathanael McClure. Production support from Julie Carrillo, Anne Currie, and Chad Hall. Our theme music is “Freak” by QUIÑ; for more, head to TheQuinCat.com. Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit [podcastchoices.com/adchoices] (https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices) ... Read more

29 May 2024

55 MINS

55:20

29 May 2024