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Open Book with Jenna

TODAY, Jenna Bush Hager
Parenting
Literature
Writing Process
Comedy
Motherhood
Resilience
Mental Health
Reading
Jamie Lee Curtis
Vietnam War
Sarah J. Maas
Children's Literature
The Handmaid's Tale
Family Dynamics
All the Colors Of the Dark
The Lincoln Highway
Female Friendship
Saturday Night Live
Grief
Covid-19

TODAY’s Jenna Bush Hager is an open book and is known for sharing all of who she is. Now Jenna will bring intimate, inspiring and entertaining conversations with celebrities, experts, friends, authors, and book lovers to a wider audience in her new podcast, Open Book with Jenna. Each week, she’s joined by a guest who shares candid stories about their life, current projects, and reveals how a favor... more

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Jenna Bush Hager sits down with actor, comedian, and Jenna & Friends co-host, Matt Rogers. Rogers co-hosts the pop culture podcast "Las Culturistas” with Bowen Yang and stars in Netflix’s comedy series “No Good Deed.” He opens up about his journey fr... more

Stanley Tucci is an award winning actor, author, and dad. He’s appeared in roles such as The Devil Wears Prada, The Hunger Games, and The Lovely Bones. His latest role includes, food lover, social media star, and one of America's favorite home chefs.... more

‘Open Book with Jenna’ host Jenna Bush Hager sits down with the iconic cast of The Devil Wears Prada , Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway, Emily Blunt and Stanley Tucci, for an extended conversation about their highly anticipated sequel, The Devil Wears Pra... more

Kristin Hannah is the bestselling author of more than 20 novels, including The Nightingale, The Four Winds and The Women, and has built her career around telling the often overlooked stories of women in history. In this conversation from September 20... more

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Recent Guests

Matt Rogers
Actor, comedian, co-creator/host of Las Culturistas
Las Culturistas
Episode: Matt Rogers on “Las Culturistas” Podcast, Overcoming Setbacks, & Living Life Authentically (November 2024)
Meryl Streep
A-list actress portraying Miranda Priestly
Warner Bros / Prada legacy
Episode: ‘Devil Wears Prada 2’ Cast Talk Iconic Sequel | Open Book with Jenna Bush Hager
Anne Hathaway
Actress portraying Andrea 'Andy' Sachs
Warner Bros / Prada legacy
Episode: ‘Devil Wears Prada 2’ Cast Talk Iconic Sequel | Open Book with Jenna Bush Hager
Emily Blunt
Actress portraying Emily Charlton
Prada ensemble
Episode: ‘Devil Wears Prada 2’ Cast Talk Iconic Sequel | Open Book with Jenna Bush Hager
Stanley Tucci
Actor portraying Nigel Kipling
Entertainment
Episode: ‘Devil Wears Prada 2’ Cast Talk Iconic Sequel | Open Book with Jenna Bush Hager
Sheinelle Jones
Co-host on TODAY and author featured in Through Mom's Eyes
NBC / TODAY
Episode: Sheinelle Jones Opens Up About Motherhood, Loss & Her Book 7 Years in the Making
Ashley Graham
Supermodel and author, discussing parenting and being a boy mom
Episode: TODAY Presents: The Parent Chat with Dylan Dreyer – Ashley Graham
Heather McMahan
Comedian, host of Absolutely Not podcast
Self-employed/Comedian
Episode: Heather McMahan on Laughter, Loss and Finding Her Voice (April 2025)
Dylan Dreyer
Co-host of The Third Hour of TODAY; guest on Open Book with Jenna
NBC News
Episode: Introducing: The Parent Chat with Dylan Dreyer

Host

Jenna Bush Hager
Host of the show known for her genuine and warm interviewing style, focusing on human connection, literature, and storytelling.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Open Book With Jenna

    Hello There: I have always been interested in listening to this new content from the beginning while I was visiting Tennessee and on my way home from Tennessee as well. So I have looking forward to listening to more of this podcast with clean and interesting content from you. Btw if you want to be apart of the former presidential segment and so the current president Trump is Mr. put downer on putting Today Show on NBC News was weak news and liberal news as well. So I think as a conservative nati... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cstone3600
    United Statesa month ago
  • Open Book With Jenna

    Hello There: I have always been interested in listening to this new content from the beginning while I was visiting Tennessee and on my way home from Tennessee as well. So I have looking forward to listening to more of this podcast with clean and interesting content from you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cstone3600
    United Statesa month ago
  • Theo of Golden

    I am SHOCKED. That Jenna has not recommended this book and also interviewing Allen Levi……..

    this is a book that will stick with anyone who reads it.

    I hope someone is smart enough to make it into a movie

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Calpicc
    United States2 months ago
  • Love the deep conversations

    I love Jenna’s interview style because she goes deep with the authors on their story and background, while still keeping the episodes fun and fast moving! It’s a talent!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chassity Evans
    United States3 months ago
  • Should’ve said no

    The music is the Taylor Swift song

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Allbymyselfalone
    United States3 months ago

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Many listeners feel inspired and uplifted by the content, often discovering new authors and books through the discussions.
Some critiques highlight the repetitive phrases used during interviews but largely the feedback tends to be positive, celebrating the love for books and authors.
The conversations are filled with humor and refreshingly candid discussions about personal stories and literature.
Listeners appreciate Jenna's warm and supportive interview style, often noting her genuine connection with guests.

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Nate Berkus on Creating a Home That Tells Your Story (December 2025)
Q: What drove the four tenets Nate writes about in Foundations?
Nate explains the four tenets—personal vision, embrace of character, use of old things with history, and mindful investment—come from his long career observing what makes a space feel truly like 'you,' not what's trendy at the moment.
Kate DiCamillo on Imagination, Resilience and the Stories That Stay With Us (November 2023)
Q: How did early life experiences shape you as a writer?
Early sickness, parental loss, and a strong love of reading taught her to rely on imagination and to pursue writing as a way to make sense of the world, especially for kids who feel unseen.
Heather McMahan on Laughter, Loss and Finding Her Voice (April 2025)
Q: What role has social media played in your career, and how do you manage the pressure online?
Heather describes Instagram as a turning point that helped her career after a personal tragedy, notes it's important to laugh at herself, and discusses managing public scrutiny by leaning into authenticity and setting boundaries for her family life.
Heather McMahan on Laughter, Loss and Finding Her Voice (April 2025)
Q: How has losing your father shaped your perspective and your work?
She explains that the heartbreak reframed her highs and lows, made her more alive, and turned storytelling and jokes into a therapeutic way to connect with others who've experienced similar grief.
Heather McMahan on Laughter, Loss and Finding Her Voice (April 2025)
Q: When did you first know you wanted to pursue comedy, and what kept you going through early doubt?
Heather recounts finding confidence as a kid, roasting friends at prom, and being encouraged by her father who told her to go for it; she realized early on that performance felt like her calling and she kept pushing forward despite obstacles.

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Offering intimate and inspiring conversations, the series centers on candid storytelling, with guests ranging from authors to professionals across diverse fields. Each episode emphasizes the impact of literature on personal and professional growth, exploring how influential books have shaped the lives of both the guests and the host. The discussions are often humorous and heartfelt, capturing the joy of reading, the importance of human connection, and the shared experiences that books can evoke. This unique blend of personal anecdotes and book recommendations aims to build a community of passionate readers, making it an appealing listen for anyone who values literature and storytelling.

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1. Making Space with Hoda Kotb
2. TODAY with Jenna & Sheinelle
3. Sunday Sitdown with Willie Geist
4. Next Question with Katie Couric
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1. Matt Rogers
2. Meryl Streep
3. Anne Hathaway
4. Emily Blunt
5. Stanley Tucci
6. Sheinelle Jones
7. Ashley Graham
8. Heather McMahan

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