Call Her Daddy

This week, Alex is bringing the fun back to dating. She shares why first dates can start feeling like job interviews, and how to prioritize excitement and spontaneity when it comes to meeting your person. From flirting to first dates, Alex breaks down why the early dating stages can actually be the best time of your life… if you do them right.

Join Alex in the studio for an interview with Becky G! For the first time ever, Becky opens up about the state of her relationship, what it was like navigating a public cheating scandal, and the nuance that comes with truly being a strong woman. She also talks about stepping into her father’s role in her family, unlearning people pleasing tendencies, and how there’s always room for more than one woman at the top. Enjoy!

Adam joins Call Her Daddy to serve the Medium Dick Energy we all need, giving us a hilarious take on what it was like to grow up in Nebraska. He performs the song he used in his Pitch Perfect audition, and it’s not what you would expect. Adam explains how he showed up to his audition completely unprepared, because he thought PITCH Perfect was a baseball movie. He shares how he was kidnapped by an Uber driver and explains why sex on the first date is a must. He also opens up about his relationship with his wife and discusses the time she found his stash of alien pocket pussies.

Join Alex in the studio for an interview with Jessi Draper. For the first time, Jessi opens up about divorcing Jordan, how she found out he was using escorts and attending sex parties, what really went down behind closed doors in their marriage, and what she wants for her future. She also responds to the latest Taylor and Dakota headlines and shares her perspective on what she sees for the future of MomTok. Enjoy!

This week, Alex unpacks what it means to start parenting your own parents. From taking on travel plans, technology, and doctor’s appointments to navigating role reversal and anticipatory grief, she explores the emotional reality of watching your parents age. She opens up about the guilt, frustration, and growing responsibility that can come with this shift, and what it feels like to still need your parents as you become an adult. Finally, Alex dives into romanticizing your love life, and why it might actually be okay to write a letter to your ex-situationship. Enjoy!

Content Warning: This episode includes discussion of disordered eating and suicidal ideation. Please take care while listening.Join Alex in the studio for an interview with Kerry Washington. Kerry reflects on Scandal, working with Shonda Rhimes, and how Olivia Pope changed her life. She also opens up about her abortion story, learning a massive family secret later in life, and her experiences being a woman in Hollywood. Enjoy!

Prepare for an explosive episode of Call Her Daddy as Ariana Madix exposes the shocking affair that unfolded between her boyfriend of nine years and one of her closest friends. Ariana takes us through the heart-wrenching night she discovered the betrayal, revealing new details that will leave you speechless. Ariana confronts the rumors head-on. Uncover the origins of the open relationship speculation and learn whether she turned a blind eye or fought to salvage the relationship. She reveals new information that has since emerged about the affair, including Tom secretly flying Raquel to his hometown, the moment he had sex with Raquel when Ariana was home and more. In this candid and unfiltered conversation, Ariana pulls back the curtain on the intricacies of her relationship, sharing both the highs and lows. She openly discusses her grief and the weaponization of her mental health. Join Ariana as she explores life after the reunion and provides insight into her new fling, offering a glimpse into what lies ahead for her. Call Her Daddy apparel is here.

Join Alex in the studio for an interview with Alex Warren. For the first time, Alex opens up about what happened during his Grammy performance and how he felt in the immediate aftermath. He also discusses falling in love with his wife, his chaotic experiences in the Hype House, overcoming past insecurities, and navigating grief. Alex also gives an exclusive preview of an unreleased song. Enjoy!

Content Warning: This episode includes discussion of domestic violence, sexual assault, and abuse, as well as references to substance use. Please take care while listening. To honor International Women’s Day, Alex steps out of the studio for a special episode filmed at Harvest Home in Los Angeles, sitting down with Executive Director Sarah Wilson and Harvest Home alum Angie. Angie shares a personal story of how childhood trauma, abusive relationships, and opioid addiction eventually led her to experience homelessness while pregnant. Together, Alex, Sarah, and Angie discuss the realities of domestic violence, the risks of leaving an abuser, and how trauma can shape a woman’s sense of self-worth. They also talk about the power of women showing up for one another, the impact of true community, and how we can better support the women around us. If you would like to get involved with Harvest Home, please visit: https://www.harvesthomela.org/callherdaddypodcast If you or someone you love needs support, please reach out to any of the below resources: The National Women’s Shelter Network https://nationalwomensshelternetwork.org/ National Domestic Violence Hotline Call: 800-799-SAFE (7233) Text “START” to 88788 www.thehotline.org (https://www.thehotline.org/) RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) Call: 800-656-HOPE (4673) or text HOPE to 64673 www.rainn.org (https://www.rainn.org/) National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline Call: 1-866-331-9474 www.loveisrespect.org (http://www.loveisrespect.org/) Crisis Text Line Text HOME to 741741 for free, 24/7 confidential crisis support in English & Spanish Unwell Foundation: https://iamunwell.com/foundation

Join Alex in the studio for an interview with Sarah J. Maas! SJM shares the exclusive announcement that new ACOTAR books are coming, answers the Internet’s burning questions, discusses her complicated female characters, and opens up about how she worked through her darkest moments. Enjoy!

Join Alex in the studio for an exclusive interview with Bethany Joy Lenz where she reveals that the whole time the world was watching her on One Tree Hill, she was stuck in an abusive and controlling cult behind the scenes. She shares what led her to this group, what her OTH castmates thought about it, how she escaped, and what it was like starting over again.

Join Alex in the studio for an interview with Hilary Duff. Hilary discusses on and off relationships, trying to do it all as a mom, and how to maintain intimacy in long-term relationships. She also sets the record straight on some of the most iconic 2000’s moments and reflects on her Disney Channel days. Enjoy!

Get ready to turn up the heat with Anitta on Call Her Daddy! Anitta reflects on the rise of her career and shares how she achieved such international fame. She also demonstrates her amazing twerking skills and talks about how her moves translate to the bedroom. Anitta gets real about what she finds attractive in a person and shares her deal breakers when it comes to dating. Enjoy!

Join Alex in the studio for an interview with Jackson White. Jackson talks all about his experience on Tell Me Lies, what it was like playing the most toxic man alive, and his reaction to the series finale. He also opens up about his relationship with Grace, his complicated childhood, and his sobriety. Enjoy!

Elizabeth Banks joins Call Her Daddy to share some wine, wisdom and laughs. She reminisces on meeting her husband on the very first night of college and how she knew he was the one - even though they were only eighteen. Elizabeth and Alex discuss and normalize not always knowing exactly what you want in life -- and give advice to those feeling confused after graduating college. Elizabeth opens up about her path to motherhood and the decision to use a surrogate. She talks about the feelings of shame and grief she experienced after discovering she could not get pregnant. The duo break down other topics, including women having autonomy over their bodies, power imbalances in the workplace and the privilege of using your voice for change.

Join Alex in Vegas as she catches up with Zayn at his residency! Zayn performs a new song and opens up about his past relationships, learning the difference between love and lust, and his current approach to dating. He also talks about fatherhood, giving too much money as the tooth fairy, gardening, and overcoming anxiety. Enjoy!

Join Alex in the studio for a sit-down interview with Offset. Offset opens up about his childhood, his rise to fame with Migos, and tells Alex all about his career “I made it” moment that happened from jail. He shares a hilarious story about a crazy experience with an ex and Offset also brings the advice we didn’t know we needed! Alex and Offset answer some absolutely unhinged questions from the Daddy Gang about blowjobs, nudes, and how to recover from a risky drunk text. Enjoy!

Join Alex in the studio for an interview with Dove Cameron. Dove shares the story of her recent engagement and sets the record straight on her and Damiano’s relationship timeline. She also opens up about finding healing from past trauma, how Disney Channel changed her life, and how women should embrace getting older. Enjoy! This episode includes discussion of suicide. Please keep this in mind when deciding if, how and when you’ll listen.

Hope you enjoy this throwback episode! Originally aired on January 31, 2023. Jane Fonda joins Call Her Daddy to offer her invaluable advice and wisdom. Jane talks about the importance of female friendship and reflects on the difficult times in her life that friendship helped her overcome. She speaks candidly about the pressure of being cast as the “girl next door" and the objectification that led to a 20 year battle with bulimia. Jane was married and divorced three times and now recognizes a pattern within those relationships. She worked hard to please her husbands and always prioritized their needs above her own. Jane admits she didn’t figure life out until she reached her 60’s, when her understanding of love, relationships and feminism began to shift. Jane Fonda stars in 80 For Brady which is in theaters February 3rd! You can get your tickets here: https://www.80forbrady.com/ This episode includes discussion of eating disorders. Please keep this in mind when deciding if, how and when you’ll listen. For resources on these topics, visit spotify.com/resources.

In this Grammy’s special, Alex travels to Korea to experience life in Seoul through Rosé’s eyes. Rosé shows Alex all her favorite spots in the city and opens up about finding her identity, healing from toxic relationships, being nominated for her first ever Grammy, navigating intense media scrutiny, and coming back to Blackpink after a transformative year solo. Enjoy!

Join Alex in the studio for an interview with Anna Kendrick. Anna discusses her iconic Pitch Perfect audition, how she low key forgot she was in Twilight, and how she survived an emotionally abusive and toxic relationship. She opens up about gaslighting, victim blaming, and learning to trust yourself again.

Join Alex in the studio for a conversation with Former First Lady Michelle Obama! Alex and Michelle discuss the biggest roadblocks women face in today’s world and how to confront major issues like misogyny, double standards and objectification. Michelle shares her experiences from her time as First Lady and how those helped inspire her new book, The Look, as well as her honest take on what it would take to finally get a woman in the White House. Enjoy!

This week, Alex breaks down how our obsession with perfection can actually turn into a form of self-punishment. She unpacks why constantly trying to improve yourself might be making you feel worse, and explains that not every flaw actually needs to be fixed. She also shares the benefits of dating when you’re still a little unhealed, and why you don’t always have to show up as your best self in relationships. Finally, Alex discusses how to navigate wage gaps with a romantic partner, and what to do when your parents project their own insecurities onto you. Enjoy!

Join Alex in the studio for a sit-down interview with Avril Lavigne. Avril takes us through some of her most iconic fashion moments (we all remember the neckties!) and her quick rise to fame. She opens up about the feelings that inspired some of her most angsty hits and how she taught herself to make music. Avril also discusses her childhood, what it was like growing up in a strict household, being on the boys hockey team and getting fired from the fried chicken shop. She explains why she’s always preferred to hang with the guys and why skater boys are still her type. Avril gets real about what it’s like to date her, lessons learned from her past relationships, and what she looks for in a partner. Finally, Avril responds to the conspiracy theory that she’s been replaced by a body double named Melissa. Enjoy!

Join Alex in the studio for a fun interview with Saweetie! Saweetie opens up about her current approach to relationships, the craziest way she caught a partner cheating on her, when you should keep gifts (especially Birkins) from an ex, and why she might be done dating rappers. She also discusses her love of hot cheetos, the time she was renting rooms from Craigslist, coding on Myspace, and her new music. Enjoy!