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America, Who Hurt You?

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Racism
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Gun Violence
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Trauma and Resilience

Our country has always been a hot mess. But now, between political rage, climate crises and social-media polarization, it’s quite literally on fire. This low-key mid-apocalyptic moment has raised a question for Tony-award-winning Sarah Jones and her many characters: America, Who Hurt You? Bookended by the debates, dialogues, and hilarious digressions of the characters made famous by Sarah’s one-pe... more

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On this season finale of “America, Who Hurt You?” Sarah Jones sits down with New York Times bestselling author and activist, Sonya Renee Taylor to discuss why radical self love IS the moment. Yes, even in the face of oppressive systems and the curren... more

In case the holiday season and heading into (project 🫠) 2025 is feeling like an emotional mixed bag, this week Sarah Jones sits down with actress, producer, and activist, Sophia Bush for her take on how to show up for change and healing both individ... more

Even with the most urgent issues facing the US as we head into (Project) 2025, our foreign policy on the Middle East and Islam are right at the top. And if you think it only affects people overseas, just ask Muslim Americans how the consequences play... more

If you need a pre-Thanksgiving pep talk, this is the episode for you. This week host Sarah Jones talks to Paul Scheer about his New York Times best seller Joyful Recollections of Trauma and how to both love your family AND still hold space for yourse... more

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Sonya Renee Taylor
World-renowned activist, Ted Talker, and author of 'The Body Is Not an Apology'
Episode: Before You Move Out of America, Consider Moving Toward Love w Sonya Renee Taylor
Sophia Bush
Actor, director, producer, and activist
Episode: The Only Way Out is Through (Community) w. Sophia Bush
Kashif Shaikh
President and co-founder of Pillars Fund
Pillars Fund
Episode: You Can’t Ban What’s Always Been Here: Islam in America w. Kashif Shaikh
Paul Scheer
Screen Actors Guild award-winning comedian, actor, writer, filmmaker.
Known for his roles on The League and Black Monday and co-host of the podcast How Did This Get Made.
Episode: It’s (Thanks)Giving Trauma w. Paul Scheer
Dr. Jennifer Mullan
Author of the national bestseller, 'Decolonizing Therapy' and known as The Rage Doctor.
Episode: Your Post-Election Rage Might Be Your New Bestie w. Dr. Jennifer Mullan
Ashley Allison
Founder of Watering Hole Media and CNN Commentator
Watering Hole Media
Episode: We WILL Make It Through... But First We Nap w. Ashley Allison and Maurice Mitchell
Jose Antonio Vargas
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, Emmy-nominated filmmaker, Tony-nominated theatrical producer
Founder of Define American
Episode: No Person Is Illegal— Ask an Undocumented Citizen w. Jose Antonio Vargas
Janai Nelson
President of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund and a lawyer and voting rights scholar.
NAACP Legal Defense Fund
Episode: Understanding Project 2025 Is the Ultimate "Black Job" w. Janai Nelson
Ayana Elizabeth Johnson
Marine biologist and climate policy expert, author of 'What If We Get It Right?'
Episode: Renewable Energy: How to Stay in the Climate Fight w. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson

Host

Sarah Jones
The host engages multiple characters to address pressing societal issues, intertwining humor with deep, impactful discussions about personal and societal trauma.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 68 ratings
  • Everyone should listen

    I’m so grateful this show exists. Everyone has something to gain and learn from listening to this show. Thank you to Sarah and for all the folks involved who make it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Oak-11
    United States8 months ago
  • Thank q

    Thanks for this. For those of us who are having election anxiety you have helped make the madness seem worth the wait!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bjordahl
    United Statesa year ago
  • Brilliant

    Sarah is a rare talent and this is such a novel podcast. It’s social commentary, comedy, and theatre all at once.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ciphersankofa
    United Statesa year ago
  • Funny and thought provoking

    I love how Sarah uses her various characters to say so many things that would be hard to say without them. They give her the ability to express so many different thoughts and places of being as she addresses these really traumatic topics in America

    Audible
    5
    Amir Shaiegan
    United Statesa year ago
  • Beyond discriminating Black and White

    Came across Sarah’s show while searching for W Kamau Bell, one of her first guests. I love her voice work for various characters. And I’ve liked the guest. She’s invited on.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eneibru
    United Statesa year ago

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Many find the discussions enlightening and relevant to current societal issues, noting how personal experiences are linked to broader political contexts.
Listeners appreciate the host's unique storytelling ability and comedic approach to serious topics.
The humor combined with activism is praised, creating a satisfying balance that resonates with audiences looking for both, light-heartedness and in-depth knowledge.

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#94
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Apple Podcasts
#100
Mexico/Government
Apple Podcasts
#247
South Africa/Government

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It’s (Thanks)Giving Trauma w. Paul Scheer
Q: How do you feel now having released this very generous and very vulnerable gift of a book?
I think that's one of the things that has been really moving about releasing the book, the reaction has been incredibly varied.
Your Post-Election Rage Might Be Your New Bestie w. Dr. Jennifer Mullan
Q: How do we as America find more common ground around healing, not more polarization?
Step one is to engender some empathy and compassion for yourself and your history.
Your Post-Election Rage Might Be Your New Bestie w. Dr. Jennifer Mullan
Q: What would you say to somebody who's like, well, what is colonized therapy?
A colonized way of looking at therapy assumes culture doesn't play a significant role in someone's identity.
Are You There, God? w. Krista Tippett
Q: How do you help people, you know, make a beginning?
Encouraging individuals to engage with the question of their calling and to inhabit that inquiry deeply over time.
Are You There, God? w. Krista Tippett
Q: Why childhood?
Childhood is where spiritual connections begin for many, and discussing this can reveal significant personal narratives.

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This podcast offers a unique combination of humor, activism, and social commentary, providing a platform to explore the profound connection between personal experiences and the broader political landscape. The host, a Tony-award-winning actress, channels multiple characters to engage with a diverse array of guests, tackling urgent contemporary issues such as political rage, climate crises, and societal polarization. Listeners can expect a mix of enlightening discussions and comedic insights, encouraging reflection on personal traumas while simultaneously addressing collective challenges facing the nation. Its distinctive approach interweaves storytelling with critical analysis, making it both educational and entertaining for those intereste... more

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1. Sonya Renee Taylor
2. Sophia Bush
3. Kashif Shaikh
4. Paul Scheer
5. Dr. Jennifer Mullan
6. Ashley Allison
7. Jose Antonio Vargas
8. Janai Nelson

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