Work in Progress: Heather McMahan

Work in Progress: Heather McMahan

Author: iHeartPodcasts May 29, 2025 Duration: 58:53

Her motto in fourth grade was, 'If you can believe it and dream it, you can do it!' And Heather McMahan has done it! She's got a standup special streaming on Hulu right now, is on the road with her Bamboozled comedy tour, and is the host of her own popular podcast, "Absolutely Not!"

The comedian joins Sophia to discuss life on the road, the inspiration behind her podcast, and why hosting awards red-carpet shows is the wildest experience ever, but she has a bigger goal in sight . . . hosting the big show itself - The Emmys! Yes, she's manifesting!

Plus, Heather opens up about how losing her Dad impacted her comedy, how grief can expand one's capacity for joy, and how she knew her husband was the 'right one.'

Heather's comedy special, "Breadwinner," is streaming on Hulu now, and for info on how to see her live and in person on her Bamboozled tour, visit heatherontour.com

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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: 100

Drama Queens
Podcast Episodes
Work in Progress: Kristen Welker Part 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:22
Every Sunday as moderator of "Meet the Press," Kristen Welker sits across from power, knowing that a single question—asked the wrong way or not asked at all—can shape the national conversation. Now, as the one in the hot…
Work in Progress: Danae Hays [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:04:32
Looking at the eclectic crowd attending a Danae Hays comedy show and - as she puts it - you don't know if it's sponsored by the NRA or GLAAD. But somehow this Alabama-born content-creator makes both the southern good ole…
Work in Progress: Jeannie Mai [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:24
Perimenopause is something every woman will experience—but almost no one prepares us for how deeply it can affect our bodies, identities, and relationships. In this candid conversation, TV host and cultural commentator J…
Work in Progress: Mika Brzezinski [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:01:11
Mika Brzezinski has been at the center of America’s political conversation for nearly two decades. She’s covered history-defining moments and propelled women of all stripes to Know their Value in the workplace and beyond…
Work In Progress: Sophia answers fan questions [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:53
A new year opens with reflection, resolve, and radical honesty as Sophia answers listeners' bold questions about ambition, love, anxiety, joy, and some behind the scenes set details, too!See omnystudio.com/listener for p…
Work in Progress: Rory Uphold [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:06
One of Sophia's best friends, author Rory Uphold shows up with the wit, guts, and sharp perspective that made her debut book a bestseller — turning the horrors of modern dating into something you can actually learn from,…
Work in Progress: Paula Kerger [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:03:13
She runs PBS — and she’s fighting to save it. Paula Kerger, the longest-serving president in PBS history, sounds the alarm on what’s at stake as public broadcasting faces unprecedented cuts. From Mr. Rogers’ Neighborhood…
Work in Progress: Caterina Scorsone [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:20
"Grey's Anatomy" star Caterina Scorsone reflects on what led a curious kid from Toronto to embody Dr. Amelia Shepherd, one of the most complex, electric characters on television today. Caterina addresses Amelia’s uncerta…
Work In Progress: Monica Lewinsky Part 2 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:19
Part 2 of our extended conversation with Monica Lewinsky charts the aftermath of a life turned upside down - the regrets, reflections, struggles and hard-fought success as an advocate for others.Plus, find out Monica's t…
Work In Progress: Monica Lewinsky Part 1 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:34
As a 22-year-old White House intern, Monica Lewinsky engaged in an intimate relationship with the most powerful man in the world. Two years later, she became the center of a national frenzy, political scandal and unprece…