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We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for Women

Sonni Abatta
Spirituality
Iran
Hurricane Milton
Celebrities
Celebrity Gossip
Summer Skincare
Puglia
Alcohol-Free Living
Death
Skincare
Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
Italy
John F. Kennedy
Mortality
Freedom
Nutrition
Antisemitism
Female Friendships
Acne
Political Polarization

An issues-based, deep dive news and culture podcast where the motto is Real Talk, Big Topics. Hosted by Emmy-nominated and AP News Award-winning journalist and television host Sonni Abatta, We Gotta Talk features guests on a variety of topics in the news, pop culture, wellness and spiritual space who will inform, entertain and inspire. Let's talk!

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Latest Episodes

The news is serious--we reserve the right to have a little fun talking about it.

Brian Carothers of OneBurgh is back for another edition of News for Normies, where we break down three big stories, ask why they matter, and leave room for a few tangen... more

Three news stories, two old friends, and an unsolicited discussion of my forehead.

This week, I’m joined by my high school friend Brian Carothers of OneBurgh for a little news, a little Pittsburgh nostalgia, and a lot of conversation about why every... more

The Lindsay Clancy trial ended with a hung jury—but the public is still fiercely divided.

In this episode, I’m joined by Orlando trial attorney Whitney Boan of The Payne Law Firm to unpack what happened inside the courtroom, why the case inspired su... more

Hi all, this week's podcast is an audio reading of a Substack post I put up today, in honor of the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. It's a piece both personal and forward-looking, reflecting on who we were as Americans 25 years ago, and wonderin... more

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Recent Guests

Brian Carothers
Founder/Owner of OneBurgh, a Pittsburgh-focused media platform
OneBurgh
Episode: 350: News for Normies, October 12, 2026, with Special Guest Brian Carothers as We Ask, "Are We the Dumbest Generation??"
Whitney Boan
Criminal trial attorney at the Payne Law Firm (Orlando area)
Payne Law Firm
Episode: 349: Separating Emotion from Evidence in the Lindsay Clancy Case, and What Could Come Next, with Trial Attorney Whitney Boan
Angela Caglia
Celebrity esthetician, founder of Angela Caglia Skincare
Angela Caglia Skincare
Episode: 347: What Your Skin Actually Needs After 40, with Celebrity Esthetician and Founder Angela Caglia
Pamela Nadell
Historian and author, professor of American Jewish history
American University
Episode: 346: Why Antisemitism is Never Just About Jews: The History--and Persistence--of Antisemitism in America, with Historian and Author Pamela Nadell
Susan Bratton
Intimacy expert and author/publisher
Better Lover / Better Lover YouTube channel
Episode: 345: What Good Sex Looks Like, with Intimacy Expert and Susan Bratton
Travis Hawley
Cyber threat analyst, open-source intelligence analyst, national security analyst, journalist focus on counter misinformation and disinformation
Shadowgraph Intelligence
Episode: 344: The Battle for Your Beliefs: Cognitive Warfare and How Your Mind Is Being Shaped Online, with Intelligence Analyst Travis Hawley
Jill Brown
Evolutionary astrologer and former NASA research scientist
Episode: 343: Is America in Its Pluto Return? Astrology, Upheaval & the Next 20 Years with Astrologer and NASA Scientist Jill Brown
Stella Inger-Escobedo
Emmy Award-winning journalist with a background in local and national news coverage.
Episode: 342: Can Independent Media Do What Institutional Media Won't? Trust, Truth & the Future of Journalism with Stella Inger-Escobedo
Nikki Namdar
A member of the Iranian diaspora discussing her personal connection and experiences regarding Iran's struggles.
Episode: 341: Watching Iran from Afar: A Refugee’s Daughter Explains Iran’s Fight for Freedom

Host

Sonni Abatta
Host of We Gotta Talk: News, Issues, and Beauty for Women; journalist and commentator

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 193 ratings
  • Sonnis my favorite.

    Very informative with some fun mixed in.

    Thanks for your 9 years !!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LonniFl
    United States4 days ago
  • Life changer

    Thank you for all your work and podcast. Meditation and sunshine is in my life and I feel so positive❤️ Love how you create all content so relatable

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    aarti_singh
    United States2 years ago
  • Keep coming back for more 👏

    Whether Sonni is interviewing World-Renowned Forensic Pathologist, Dr. Cyril Wecht, on the assignation of JFK or talking all things beauty/apparel, she never disappoints. In a world with so much noise, WGT is the perfect balance of honest conversation where being curious without judgement is ever refreshing.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JvWGata
    United States2 years ago
  • Great podcast!

    Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MissiD08
    United States2 years ago
  • Authentic & Uplifting

    We Gotta Talk is one of only two podcasts that are on my weekly rotation! One listen and I was hooked. It’s like Sonni is in my mind and knows every topic a woman in my late 30s wants to hear. She’s a pro with incredible guests who will give you takeaways that will affect your everyday life.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    raqkelley
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Many notes highlight the host's authenticity and ability to navigate deep topics with nuance.
Audiences value practical takeaways and expert insights from credible guests.
Listeners praise balanced, relatable interviewing and diverse guest topics.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

349: Separating Emotion from Evidence in the Lindsay Clancy Case, and What Could Come Next, with Trial Attorney Whitney Boan
Q: If this case returns to court, what might be different this time around for the prosecution and defense?
The prosecution might present witnesses and experts differently and potentially rely on stronger, more credible expert testimony; the defense would anticipate and counter, with a focus on how to avoid revealing their full strategy while adapting to the new landscape, including possible stipulations or alternative charges.
349: Separating Emotion from Evidence in the Lindsay Clancy Case, and What Could Come Next, with Trial Attorney Whitney Boan
Q: So let's pretend the answers here can be brief, but like say you're on the defense side, give me a quick profile of the juror you would want in this case.
Ideally a juror who has personal experience with childbirth, plus analytical minds like engineers who can detach emotion and focus on the elements of the crime; also someone who can withstand pressure and hold to the rule of law over personal bias.
347: What Your Skin Actually Needs After 40, with Celebrity Esthetician and Founder Angela Caglia
Q: What is your stance on trends and cosmetic procedures for women over 40?
Promotes honesty and regenerative skincare over dramatic cosmetic procedures; less is more and trends should be approached with caution and informed choices.
347: What Your Skin Actually Needs After 40, with Celebrity Esthetician and Founder Angela Caglia
Q: How should someone structure a routine for post-40 skin?
Morning and night use of a single regenerative serum, with minimal cleansing in the morning if not acne-prone or sweaty at night, and a focus on preserving barrier health.
347: What Your Skin Actually Needs After 40, with Celebrity Esthetician and Founder Angela Caglia
Q: What makes the Selforte Serum different from typical serums?
It's derived from human mesenchymal stem cell by-products (exosomes and growth factors) and delivered with a specialized system to penetrate the skin, potentially replacing multiple actives.

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2. Whitney Boan
3. Angela Caglia
4. Pamela Nadell
5. Susan Bratton
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