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Join Jonathan Van Ness (Queer Eye) each week for their next exciting endeavor! “Getting Better with Jonathan Van Ness" is here to empower listeners (and also make them laugh) by using curiosity as a tool for personal growth. In a world that often feels overwhelming—where it’s easy to feel stuck, frustrated, or helpless—Getting Better offers a lifeline. Each week, Jonathan Van Ness, alongside exper... more

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This week, we're talking: visits to Drew Afualo & Suzanne Lambert’s podcasts, the Finlandia Trophy, Thanksgiving prep, Paul Revere, JVN’s upcoming European tour, Carmen Sandiego, “Where In The World Is JVN,” horses in the stable, Mikayla Noguiera’s h... more

Travel nightmares, cocktail jazz, & laughing gas…oh my!

This week, JVN is joined by comedian and certified delight, Heather McMahan (host, Absolutely Not) They’re talking: baths vs. showers, jazz scatting, preferred quesadilla orders, comedy in 202... more

This week, we’re talking: JVN’s return to yoga, which comedian makes JVN pull an oblique & an intercostal muscle, the process of becoming a U.S. Citizen, the perils of ankles being in weird positions, “Going Up on A Tuesday,” chickens in the Philippi... more

Woke Mind Virus? How about the Whiteness Mindset!

JVN welcomes psychologist and author Dr. Jonathan Mathias Lassiter to dig into his new book, How I Know White People Are Crazy and Other Stories, and explore how a “whiteness mindset” shows up in eve... more

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Recent Guests

Jennifer Welch
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Heather McMahan
Actress, comedian, and podcaster known for her sharp humor.
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Episode: How To Protect Your Peace - The Art of Self-Care with Heather McMahan
Heather McMahon
Comedian and red carpet host
Episode: Cynthia Erivo’s Reflexes, Hilary Duff’s Return, the Last Penny
Dr. Jonathan M. Lassiter
Psychologist, author, and expert on the whiteness mindset
Author of How I Know White People Are Crazy and Other Stories
Episode: Radical Self-Care in a World Built on White Norms (with Dr. Jonathan M. Lassiter)
Dr. Jonathan Mathias Lasseter
Psychologist and author of 'How I Know White People Are Crazy and Other Stories'
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Episode: Mayor Mamdani’s Megawatt Smile, The Simpson’s Fortnite Takeover, Body Contouring
Elyse Myers
Writer, comedian, and digital storyteller known for exploring the humor and humanity of everyday life.
Episode: What It’s Like to Get an Autism Diagnosis as an Adult (with Elyse Myers)
Melissa Tiers
Founder of the Center for Integrative Hypnosis and co-founder of the Ethical Coaching Collective.
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Episode: Can Hypnosis Really Rewire Your Brain?
Joe Nucci
A very attractive, smart homosexual therapist and author of the new book Psycho Babble
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Alexis McGill Johnson
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Host

Jonathan Van Ness
Jonathan Van Ness is a prominent TV personality and author known for their work on personal growth, emotional well-being, and LGBTQ+ advocacy. Through humor and relatable conversations, he actively engages with guests to explore topics surrounding mental health, personal development, and societal trends.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 29.7k ratings
  • California Yes on 50

    I’m so grateful that we are able to listen about current issues that affect all of us with smart , funny, compassionate and well informed JVN /staff and their spectacular guests . I’d be truly grateful if a proponent of the Yes on 50 campaign in California could be interviewed ASAP 🥰 Thank you all for being loving and caring enough to create this podcast as well as everything else you all out out into the world 💕

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Miss Livv
    United Statesa month ago
  • Monday Edit is keeping me here

    I loved, loved, loved Getting Curious and miss it dearly. The Monday Edit is super enjoyable and I imagine I will always listen to it, but I just haven’t connected with the Getting Better rebrand as much as I wanted to. I’d love to see a once a month Getting Curious-ish episode!

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    GettingCuriousStan
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love

    Completely in love with your show. Even if the topic is heavy, you’re a light in a dark world. Anything you’re on: I’m watching. Or listening to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rina_Barina
    United States2 months ago
  • JVN, I hope you know…

    I hope you know what a joy you are, Jonathan. Listening to you while I wash dishes, drive to meetings for work, travel, do puzzles—it’s my favorite time. I always smile, laugh, and/or cry. Thank you so much for existing. Xo.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CjbMN
    United States3 months ago
  • A fave

    I love BOTH episodes of getting better and listen every week. Listening to JVN and Chris talk feels like listening to dear friends and makes me smile as I get ready in the morning on Mondays. Wednesdays I always leave the episode feeling more informed. Thanks!

    Ps. I never leave reviews but I know they’re important for podcast success.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Picouek
    United States3 months ago

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Listeners enjoy the genuine conversations with experts and overall light-hearted tone of the show.
There are mixed feelings regarding a shift in focus towards self-improvement topics.
Listeners appreciate the humor and warmth of the host.
Many find the content educational and relatable, especially around mental health discussions.

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Cynthia Erivo’s Reflexes, Hilary Duff’s Return, the Last Penny
Q: What aspects of self-care would you prioritize when I am too tired at the end of the day to even blow dry my hair?
Reframe your self-care approach to focus on how you talk to yourself and how you prioritize your needs within the time you have.
JVN’s Wicked FOMO, Mary Bruce Brings Back Journalism, Epstein File Vote
Q: How do you know when your FYP has gone off track?
If your Instagram feed shows bleak content, that might be a sign to reset your algorithm.
How To Protect Your Peace - The Art of Self-Care with Heather McMahan
Q: What is the craziest travel story that's ever happened to you on the road?
Heather shares a terrifying experience of having an ovarian torsion on a flight, detailing the chaos and challenges faced while seeking help mid-air.
Mayor Mamdani’s Megawatt Smile, The Simpson’s Fortnite Takeover, Body Contouring
Q: I trust your opinion. Queen, well if you were living in Austin, my doctor is there, Dr. Shabazz, who I love so much.
I'm very pro sculptor. I really loved how mine turned out.
What It’s Like to Get an Autism Diagnosis as an Adult (with Elyse Myers)
Q: For someone right now who feels like they're either too much or not enough, what would you want them to hear?
You need more people in your life that can give you a better, more accurate representation of who you are.

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2. Heather McMahan
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4. Dr. Jonathan M. Lassiter
5. Dr. Jonathan Mathias Lasseter
6. Elyse Myers
7. Melissa Tiers
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