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Wide Open with Ashlyn Harris

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Mental Health
Vulnerability
Personal Growth
Women's Sports
Women In Sports
Red Bull Rampage
LGBTQ+ Community
Queer Representation
Motherhood
Freeride Mountain Biking
Parenting
Comedy
Sports
Social Media
Representation
Resilience
Identity
Activism
Community Support
Queerness

“Wide Open with Ashlyn Harris” invites guests and listeners alike to open up, share their struggles and triumphs, and explore how being wide open—both on the field and in life—leads to personal and professional growth. Each episode, Ashlyn Harris leads an unfiltered conversation with an influential figure from sports, entertainment, fashion, music, or politics.

In sports, “wide open” signifies a ... more

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The week Ashlyn is talking to Stephen Colletti, you know and love him from his days on Laguna Beach or One Tree Hill, and most recently as a contestant on The Traitors. They discuss what it takes to be successful in the reality TV format and what he ... more

In this episode, Ashlyn talks with Denali, who we all know and love from season 13 of RuPaul's Drag Race. She talks about growing up in Alaska, how she came to understand her gender expression through figure skating, and how she is settling into her ... more

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You know Jen Tullock from Severance, but she's been working on the stage and screen her entire life. This week, Ashlyn and Jen talk about the complexities of queer life and a conservative Christian upbringing, and how that is all brought to life in h... more

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Jan Sport is taking the world by storm. Known for slaying the main stage of RuPaul’s Drag Race (twice), and her fabulous cruise shows, Jan serves face everywhere she goes. Before the outrageous wigs and the whistle tones, there was a gay Catholic sch... more

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Recent Guests

Denali Foxx
Drag performer and ice skater known from RuPaul's Drag Race
Self/Brand: Denali Foxx
Episode: Ethereal Creatures with Denali
Jen Tullock
Actor and writer; star of Nothing Can Take You From The Hand Of God
None stated
Episode: Reclaiming Power with Jen Tullock
Jan Sport
Singer, drag artist, performer known for RuPaul's Drag Race, The Voice, and America's Got Talent
Individual artist, Drag Queen
Episode: Pitch Please with Jan Sport
Brittany Bowe
Olympic speed skater, four-time Olympian, HRC board member
Team USA; HRC
Episode: Do Everything with Brittany Bowe
Amanda Knox
Wrongfully convicted individual, advocate for the wrongly accused
Independent / Various media projects mentioned (Hard Knocks, Mouth of the Wolf)
Episode: The Real Story with Amanda Knox
Alice Delahunt
Fashion industry executive and founder of Syky
Syky; Former Chief Digital Officer at Ralph Lauren; former roles at Burberry
Episode: No Regrets with Alice Delahunt
Caroline Marks
Olympic gold medalist and world champion surfer
Competitive surfing, Red Bull film Now Days
Episode: The Future Of Womens Sports with Caroline Marks
Tarana Burke
Founder of the Me Too movement, advocate for survivors
Me Too movement
Episode: We're Trying to Slay a Dragon with Tarana Burke
Catherine McCafferty
Comedian, writer, and creator of Pretty Gay
Pretty Gay
Episode: No Feet Stuff with Catherine McCafferty

Host

Ashlyn Harris
Host of Wide Open with a focus on vulnerability, authentic conversation, and growth.

Reviews

3.8 out of 5 stars from 251 ratings
  • Meh

    Just because anyone can have a podcast, doesn’t mean everyone should have a podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Web Queen
    United States3 months ago
  • 🙌🏻

    My favorite podcast to listen to every Monday. Love the wide range of guests. Looking forward to continuing to listen to this into 2026.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    _gabrielle__
    United States4 months ago
  • Just stop

    Stop talking so much and let the guests talk. You don't have to make a comment every time they say something.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    cats_rule69
    United States6 months ago
  • Disappointed

    This podcast is for Ashlyn’s ego. She has zero interviewing skills. She basically wanted a platform to talk about herself. Her reputation was destroyed by cheating on her wife and family and her attempt to restore it by doing a podcast about people being resilient has back fired.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jules3811
    United States10 months ago
  • Not great

    Bummer to have Shannon Beverage on and monopolize the majority of the episode talking about yourself. I would have LOVED if you’d asked her what she wants! She’s spoken publicly about her am desire to have kids and that being the demise of her last relationship Yet Ashlyn spent the time talking about HER experience w adoption, kids, etc… Plainly put, not everyone has the skills necessary to interview ppl! Shes a lovely person but she should not host her own show. Only a select few ppl are trul... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Smart palate
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Regular listeners appreciate the mix of sports, fashion, and advocacy stories.
Guests are seen and heard; interviews are raw and genuine when the host lets them answer fully.
The host creates a safe space for guests to open up and share deeply.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#225
United States/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#96
Canada/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#117
Italy/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#171
France/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#61
Chile/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#97
Japan/Sports/Soccer

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Do Everything with Brittany Bowe
Q: How did your relationship with Hillary Knight begin, and how has that partnership influenced your life and career?
They describe a gradual connection that blossomed during Beijing, leading to a viral engagement and a strong supportive relationship that anchors both personal life and public presence.
Do Everything with Brittany Bowe
Q: Before all of this, what was your childhood like in Florida and how did it shape your path?
Brittany describes growing up in Central Florida with exposure to many sports, early ambition, and a supportive family that encouraged trying everything, which laid the groundwork for later pivots in her career.
The Future Of Womens Sports with Caroline Marks
Q: How did you approach balancing peak competition with mental health and personal identity?
She shares taking intentional breaks, recognizing the need to put herself first, and learning to say no when necessary to maintain longevity and joy in the sport.
The Future Of Womens Sports with Caroline Marks
Q: What was it like growing up in Melbourne Beach and how did it shape you as an athlete?
Marks explains the supportive family environment, the blend of competitive fire with wholesome small-town life, and how early experiences with horses and siblings built resilience and work ethic that translated to surfing.
The Real Story with Amanda Knox
Q: What do you wish audiences understood about the impact of media narratives on individuals involved in true crime?
She emphasizes that media framing can become the most damaging part of a case, often shaping public perception more than the facts themselves, and advocates for responsible storytelling that foregrounds the people behind the headlines.

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The show features candid conversations with influential figures spanning sports, entertainment, fashion, media, and activism, with a focus on resilience, authenticity, and personal growth. Guests share lived experiences—from elite athletics and high-profile media roles to advocacy and queer representation—exploring identity, leadership, and the human side of public life. Noteworthy is the host's emphasis on vulnerability and real-world impact, creating a space that blends intimate storytelling with actionable insights for listeners who want both inspiration and practical takeaways. The format often centers on how guests turn challenges into growth, and how authenticity and community can drive meaningful change across industries.

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Recent guests on Wide Open include:

1. Denali Foxx
2. Jen Tullock
3. Jan Sport
4. Brittany Bowe
5. Amanda Knox
6. Alice Delahunt
7. Caroline Marks
8. Tarana Burke

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