Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus

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 our lives, relationships and the world around us. Each week, they’re joined by a guest to tackle real questions from real folks just like you offering practical advice, personal storytelling, and plenty of laughs. In this episode, Julia discusses the importance of building community in adulthood. Michelle talks about how she’s approaching life in her 60s, the surprising strategy she used to maintain her friendships while in the White House, and Julia shares the women who inspire her most. Plus, the group answers a listener's question about finding adult friends at every stage in life. You can listen to more IMO at https://lnk.to/imomichellecraigJD [https://lnk.to/imomichellecraigJD] See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

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.   Today on Wiser Than Me, Julia gets schooled by 82-year-old award-winning author Isabel Allende (The House of the Spirits). Isabel enlightens Julia about organic justice, letter writing, and blueberry weed edibles. The two compare notes on everything from postpartum experiences to otherworldly visits from the other side.    Follow Wiser Than Me on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/wiserthanme/] and TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@wiserthanme] @wiserthanme and on Facebook at facebook.com/wiserthanmepodcast [http://facebook.com/wiserthanmepodcast]. Keep up with Isabel Allende on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/allendeisabel/?hl=en] @allendeisabel. 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 shows and get bonus content. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts [http://bit.ly/lemonadapremium], Spotify [https://lemonada.supportingcast.fm/], or wherever you get your podcasts. For exclusive discount codes and more information about our sponsors, visit https://lemonadamedia.com/sponsors/ [https://lemonadamedia.com/sponsors/].  For additional resources, information, and a transcript of the episode, visit lemonadamedia.com [https://www.lemonadamedia.com/]. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

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 most important one of all is.    Today on Wiser Than Me, Julia sits down with 76-year-old fashion icon Diane von Furstenberg. In this conversation, Diane tells Julia why she’s always looked forward to getting older, the one piece of clothing she thinks every woman should have in her closet, and how she says her mother made her fearless. Plus, Julia and her mom Judith debate a questionable fashion choice Julia nearly made.   Follow Wiser Than Me on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/wiserthanme/] and TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@wiserthanme] @wiserthanme and on Facebook at facebook.com/wiserthanmepodcast [http://facebook.com/wiserthanmepodcast]. Keep up with Diane von Furstenberg @DVF [https://x.com/dvf] on X and @DVF [https://www.instagram.com/dvf/] and @therealDVF [https://www.instagram.com/therealdvf/] on Instagram. 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 shows and get bonus content. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts [http://bit.ly/lemonadapremium], Spotify [https://lemonada.supportingcast.fm/], or wherever you get your podcasts. For exclusive discount codes and more information about our sponsors, visit https://lemonadamedia.com/sponsors/ [https://lemonadamedia.com/sponsors/].  For additional resources, information, and a transcript of the episode, visit lemonadamedia.com [https://www.lemonadamedia.com/]. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

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 Mexico. Sylvia shares what it's like to walk untethered on the ocean floor, how her first dive changed her life, and the ocean's vital role in our survival. Plus, Julia tells a comical story about the one-and-only time she went scuba diving. She and her 91-year-old mom, Judy, also reminisce about snorkeling adventures and a unique 90th birthday gift from Judy’s grandsons.   The introduction to this episode was finalized on 4/16/25. The pipeline in Santa Barbara County is an evolving story.  Learn more about the pipeline and donate at the Environmental Defense Center [https://www.environmentaldefensecenter.org/programs_post_type/climate-energy/sables-dangerous-oil-project/].  Follow Wiser Than Me on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/wiserthanme/] and TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@wiserthanme] @wiserthanme and on Facebook at facebook.com/wiserthanmepodcast [http://facebook.com/wiserthanmepodcast]. Keep up with Sylvia @sylviaearle on X [https://x.com/sylviaearle?lang=en] and @dr.sylviaearle on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/dr.sylviaearle/?hl=en]. 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 shows and get bonus content. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts [http://bit.ly/lemonadapremium], Spotify [https://lemonada.supportingcast.fm/], or wherever you get your podcasts. For exclusive discount codes and more information about our sponsor Mill, visit https://www.mill.com/wiser [https://www.mill.com/wiser]http://mill.com/wiser. For exclusive discount codes and more information about our sponsors, visit https://lemonadamedia.com/sponsors/ [https://lemonadamedia.com/sponsors/].  For additional resources, information, and a transcript of the episode, visit lemonadamedia.com [https://www.lemonadamedia.com/]. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.

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 season one finale of Wiser Than Me, Julia sits down in person with 90-year-old groundbreaking actress, comedian, and writer Carol Burnett. Carol tells Julia how she learned to accept rejection, what Lucille Ball taught her about being a boss, and how a spontaneous ride on a beer truck led to her landing a CBS special with her dear friend Julie Andrews. And Carol gives Julia a compliment that makes Julia cry, which leads to a touching conversation between Julia and her mom Judith.    Follow Wiser Than Me on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/wiserthanme/] and TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@wiserthanme] @wiserthanme and on Facebook at facebook.com/wiserthanmepodcast [http://facebook.com/wiserthanmepodcast]. Keep up with Carol @iamcarolburnett on Twitter [https://x.com/imcarolburnett] and @itscarolburnett on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/itscarolburnett/?hl=en]. 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 shows and get bonus content. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts [http://bit.ly/lemonadapremium], Spotify [https://lemonada.supportingcast.fm/], or wherever you get your podcasts. For exclusive discount codes and more information about our sponsors, visit https://lemonadamedia.com/sponsors/ [https://lemonadamedia.com/sponsors/].  For additional resources, information, and a transcript of the episode, visit lemonadamedia.com [https://www.lemonadamedia.com/]. See omnystudio.com/listener [https://omnystudio.com/listener] for privacy information.