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We make a lot of choices, every single day. Some explode, some implode, most we barely remember. Each week on Choice Words, Samantha Bee sits down with people she admires to examine the biggest choices they’ve made in their lives and the ripple effects those decisions have had. What’s a story a journalist took a chance on that changed history? A vote that a politician never should have cast? A son... more

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Actor and comedian Patton Oswalt joins Sam to catch up where they left off during the first Trump administration and how they simply can’t believe we’re doing round two of this shit. They discuss how there’s money in outrage and how it drives engagem... more

Professor, author, and podcast host Kate Bowler joins Sam to talk about her new book Joyful Anyway, and what the difference between joy and happiness really is. They talk about why happiness is circumstantial but joy is big and bright and hits your r... more

Actress and author Gina Gershon joins Sam to talk about her new book AlphaPussy which leads to discussing their shared love of audiobooks, allowing cats to choose their owners, and the wild women who have shaped her life. They talk about making decis... more

Aasif Mandvi joins Sam for a major Daily Show catch up, and to talk about juggling his return to Broadway in Fallen Angels with his new TV show The Miniature Wife. They bond over the perfection of theater shows with no intermissions, but disagree abo... more

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Kate Bowler
Professor, author, and podcast host
Duke University (historian)
Episode: Choices We Made: Joy or Happiness? (with Kate Bowler)
Aasif Mandvi
Former Daily Show co-star, actor
Actor/Comedian
Episode: Choices We Made: Bruce Springsteen or Kid Rock? (with Aasif Mandvi)
Jodi Kantor
Journalist
New York Times
Episode: Choices We Made: Lawyer or Journalist? (with Jodi Kantor)
George Saunders
Author known for short stories and novels; author of Vigil
Author
Episode: Choices We Made: Secular Saint or Church Guitarist? (with George Saunders)
David Remnick
Editor of The New Yorker
The New Yorker
Episode: Choices We Made: Moscow or ‘Merica? (with David Remnick)
Kal Penn
Actor, comedian, and former White House staffer
Former Obama White House Office of Public Engagement
Episode: Choices We Made: Earth or Space? (with Kal Penn)
Chris Murphy
Senator from Connecticut, author of Crisis of the Common Good
U.S. Senate (Connecticut)
Episode: North South or East West? (with Senator Murphy)
Lisa Ann Walter
Actress and comedian, longtime stand-up performer
Independent/Stage and Screen acting
Episode: House or Home? (with Lisa Ann Walter)
Christa Miller
Actress and music supervisor
Shrinkings/Scrubs (guest on episode)
Episode: Choices We Made: TV or Radio? (with Christa Miller)

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Samantha Bee
Host of Choice Words

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 2.3k ratings
  • Wonderfully honest, and raw. Because it is wildly necessary. Love it.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    melle
    2 months ago
  • Queen Bee

    I can't get enough of this smart, funny, interesting woman. Love the way her brain works.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ourkindatown
    United Statesa year ago
  • I miss her show on tbs. this podcast just might heal me

    Podchaser
    5
    imheretolisten
    a year ago
  • Love the pod. Sam, your audio sucks. With love from a fellow Canuck.

    Beb, your guests are sounding better than you. Are you transmitting your voice with two cans and a string…

    I’m giving you sass bc I know you can understand, but id love to hear your voice loud and clear rather than down a long hallway. 💋

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kieran Campbell
    Canada2 years ago
  • Love Sam Bee

    Love Sam Bee so much. This podcast is a little glimmer of sanity and hilarity. Love the women she interviews. The dudes tend to talk over her which I cannot with.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hankyandsara
    Canada2 years ago

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A few listeners critique stylistic choices but still value substantive conversations.
Listeners praise Sam Bee's sharp wit, thoughtful interviewing, and the breadth of guest topics.
Guests are consistently praised for candid storytelling and insightful takes on media and culture.
Overall sentiment highlights intelligent, timely discussions with strong guest lineups.
Some feedback notes a desire for improved audio quality and more varied interview pacing.

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Choices We Made: Outraged or Engaged? (with Patton Oswalt)
Q: Do you see a way forward that doesn't rely on constant online presence?
There's a desire for boring, stable leadership and a break from online toxicity; a shift toward self-care and less constant engagement could help reset the conversation.
Choices We Made: Outraged or Engaged? (with Patton Oswalt)
Q: What do you think about the current state of social media and how it affects us personally and politically?
We're in a phase where outrage can be monetized, and people chase engagement by spiking serotonin and cortisol with sensational headlines and conflict, which distorts public discourse.
Choices We Made: Joy or Happiness? (with Kate Bowler)
Q: First, can you set a baseline for how you differentiate joy from happiness?
Joy is a broader, more durable state that can coexist with struggle; unlike happiness, it isn't purely circumstantial and engages both the stress and reward systems, allowing a fuller range of experience.
Choices We Made: Cookbook Author or Restaurant Chef? (with Padma Lakshmi)
Q: How did the project come together and evolve from books to a televised format?
Lakshmi explains that the book on immigration and travel evolved into a TV concept when the showrunner saw the value in combining travel-food storytelling with political and immigration angles, merging the book with the show idea and designing a format that centers on culinary excellence rather than competition tricks.
Choices We Made: Lawyer or Journalist? (with Jodi Kantor)
Q: How did you decide to switch from law to journalism, and what does that say about pursuing a craft?
She explains a pivotal moment in college and later in law school that led her to journalism, emphasizing that discovering and cultivating a craft is a long, iterative process requiring risk and persistence.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Choice Words

What is Choice Words about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on explorations of the pivotal decisions people make and how those choices ripple through their lives and careers. Episodes span journalism, politics, entertainment, and culture, often pairing a candid interviewer with guests who have navigated high-stakes moments, ethical dilemmas, or major career pivots. The conversations blend personal storytelling with broader social and political insights, frequently anchored in media, democracy, and public discourse, and are known for smart humor, insightful critiques, and thoughtful analysis of how choices shape outcomes. A standout aspect is the mix of journalists, authors, actors, and political figures who offer inside glimpses into decision-making, power, and accountability, all ... more

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1. Kate Bowler
2. Aasif Mandvi
3. Jodi Kantor
4. George Saunders
5. David Remnick
6. Kal Penn
7. Chris Murphy
8. Lisa Ann Walter

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