Adam Kinzinger

Adam Kinzinger

Author: iHeartPodcasts July 22, 2026 Duration: 42:10

If former Republican Congressman Adam Kinzinger could go back to the end of 2023, knowing everything that's happened since, what would he tell himself? He reflects on what America has become, why he believes it’s okay to change your mind (he now votes Democratic!), what still gives him hope, and why he understands that tomorrow isn't guaranteed for politicians or democracy itself.

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Remember the feeling of being seventeen, when every small moment felt like the plot of a movie and a song on the radio seemed written just for you? That’s the space where Drama Queens lives. Hosted by the stars who lived it, this iHeartPodcasts production is a deep, personal rewatch of the iconic series One Tree Hill, but it’s so much more than a simple episode recap. Each conversation is a return to those hallways, those relationships, and the raw emotion that made the show a cultural touchstone. You’ll hear untold stories from behind the camera, honest reflections on the characters’ choices, and discussions about how those storylines resonate decades later. It’s about the specific magic of television drama and how it shapes our own memories of love, friendship, and growing up. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or just curious about the phenomenon, this podcast feels like sitting down with old friends, dissecting every heartfelt and hilarious detail. The connection forged between the show and its audience is the real subject here, making each episode a blend of nostalgia, critique, and genuine warmth. Tune in for a unique perspective that only those who were there can provide.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 50

Drama Queens
Podcast Episodes
BONUS: Laverne Cox [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:07
Success changed Laverne Cox's life—but it didn't answer all of her questions. In this bonus chat, she shares stories behind some of the most profound and painful passages in her new memoir "Transcendence," reflecting on…
Laverne Cox [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:47
Before she became a groundbreaking actress, activist, and cultural trailblazer, Laverne Cox was a kid in Mobile, Alabama, searching for a place to belong. Today, she opens up about family, the role that changed her life,…
BONUS: Shawn Johnson East & Andrew East [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:42
Shawn and Andrew aren't just striving to create a happy home; they are determined to nurture and sustain it. In this candid bonus conversation, the couple reflect on protecting childhood joy, redefining success, and the…
Shawn Johnson East & Andrew East [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:06
Despite Olympic gold, NFL dreams, and a life that looked perfect from the outside, Shawn Johnson East and Andrew East faced identity crises, hard pivots, and unexpected lessons that came after the applause faded. They op…
Brooke Shields - part 2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:13
Having spent much of her life meeting other people's expectations, Brooke Shields is now defining success on her own terms. In part two of this intimate conversation, she reflects on aging, creative control, second acts,…
Brooke Shields - part 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 27:00
What happens when someone who has been looked at her entire life finally gets to decide how she wants to be seen? Brooke Shields reflects on motherhood, friendship, aging, identity, and the complicated gift of growing up…
Dr. Jill Biden - part 2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:58
Beyond the headlines and behind the doors of the White House, part two of this gripping conversation with Dr. Jill Biden explores the deeply personal moments at the heart of Biden's memoir, "View from the East Wing."Plus…
Dr. Jill Biden - part 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:25
What was it really like to live, teach, love, grieve, and lead through one of the most consequential periods in modern American history? In part one of this in-depth conversation, live from The Boch Center Shubert Theatr…
Gather & Grow with Plant Kween [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:03
Does a better life start with a single leaf? Sophia digs into that question and more with Christopher Griffin, author of "You Grow, Girl: Plant Kween's Lush Guide to Growing Your Garden." Christopher shares the wisdom pa…
Sophia Answers Fans' Questions! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:10
In this special Pride Month fan Q&A, Sophia gets candid about everything from coming out and finding the courage to be fully yourself to the surprisingly personal fear she’s working to balance alongside the excitement sh…