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Wide Open with Ashlyn Harris

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

“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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Latest Episodes

Asbury Park Deputy Mayor Amy Quinn joins host Ashlyn to discuss her path from public-service attorney to local elected official and why she’s running for mayor. Drawing on her experience as a lesbian, wife, and mother, Quinn talks about protecting LG... more

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Cindy Eckert is a champion of the pink pill in a blue pill world. As founder of Sprout Pharmaceuticals, she’s responsible for Addyi, the only FDA approved drug that is proven to increase sexual desire in women. Today, Ashlyn sits down with Cindy to t... more

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Ashlyn has an unfiltered conversation with Nikki, a sports-obsessed baseball mom and patient. Hear how Nikki’s diagnosis inspired her to do more for herself, and how playing competitive sports helped prepare her for her toughest competition yet. Ashl... more

Ashlyn sits down with entrepreneur Tristan Schukraft for a candid conversation about building businesses, expanding access to PrEP and HIV care, and preserving queer spaces. Tristan shares how failure, ambition, and vision shaped his career. He also ... more

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Recent Guests

Cindy Eckert
Founder and CEO of Sprout Pharmaceuticals and creator of Addyi
Sprout Pharmaceuticals
Episode: Pink Pilled with Cindy Eckert
Tristan Schukraft
CEO of Everything Gay, hospitality and tech entrepreneur
Tris Hotels / Abbey Fire Island / PrEP platform founder
Episode: The CEO of Everything Gay with Tristan Schukraft
Casey Tanner
Queer sex therapist and author
Expansive Group / Queer Sex Therapy
Episode: What Even Is Queer Sex? With Casey Tanner
Jeffrey Masters
Journalist, producer, and creator/host of LGBTQ&A
LGBTQ&A, The New Yorker Radio Hour
Episode: Building a Queer History Archive with Jeffrey Masters
Mary Mazzio
Filmmaker, former Olympic athlete, producer of Mighty Mary
Mighty Mary / Filmmaker
Episode: From Cut Athlete to Olympian with Mary Mazzio
Laura Benanti
Actor, singer, writer, Tony Award-winning
Guest on Wide Open
Episode: Portal to Greatness with Laura Benanti
Anna Camp
Actor known for Pitch Perfect, True Blood, You, Broadway
Episode: Acting as Myself with Anna Camp
Jackie Pierri
Olympic hockey player representing Italy
Episode: Fighting Climate Change From The Ice with Jacquie Pierri
Abigail Thorn
Actor, writer, creator of Philosophy Tube
Philosophy Tube
Episode: American Compassion with Abigail Thorn

Host

Ashlyn Harris
Host of Wide Open with Ashlyn Harris

Reviews

3.8 out of 5 stars from 264 ratings
  • Meh

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

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Web Queen
    United States9 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 States10 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 Statesa year 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 Statesa year 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

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners appreciate candid conversations and vulnerability from guests and host.
Some episodes are called out for host-centered moments, but overall support remains strong.
Critics note pacing and host interview style without inviting guests to lead sometimes.
The show earns praise for its range of guests and openness to tough topics.
Positive feedback highlights impactful storytelling and inspiring perspectives.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#189
Canada/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#221
Italy/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#146
Chile/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#210
Brazil/Sports/Soccer

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Pink Pilled with Cindy Eckert
Q: What is the next thing you are looking forward to in this chapter of your life?
Eckert wants to pursue equal insurance coverage for treatments related to women's health, arguing that research does not help women if they cannot access the resulting care.
Pink Pilled with Cindy Eckert
Q: What is Addyi?
Eckert describes Addyi as the first FDA-approved product to treat low sexual desire in women. She says it works on the brain and addresses desire, unlike treatments for men that focus on arousal.
I’m More Than my Diagnoses with Nikki
Q: How would you let them know about Kisqali or advocating for themselves?
Nikki encourages people to ask questions until they are satisfied with the answers, describe their symptoms, and make choices that help them show up for themselves.
I’m More Than my Diagnoses with Nikki
Q: When did you start to feel like, hmm, something's off?
During a family beach vacation, Nikki noticed that one breast looked different when she raised her arm. She trusted her instinct and contacted her doctor.
The CEO of Everything Gay with Tristan Schukraft
Q: Why focus on queer spaces and HIV prevention, and how do you balance public scrutiny with advocacy?
He emphasizes that preserving queer spaces is about safety and belonging, while his work on PrEP/HIV prevention reflects a commitment to public health and reducing stigma, even in the face of criticism and political pressure.

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The show features unfiltered conversations with influential figures across sports, entertainment, and culture, focusing on personal growth, leadership, authenticity, and social impact. Episodes frequently explore topics like representation in sports and media, parenting and identity, storytelling, and the intersection of activism with professional life. A standout is the host's willingness to tackle diverse, timely issues through intimate, vulnerable dialogue with guests—from athletes and filmmakers to actors and comedians—often highlighting resilience, courage, and visibility. This mix makes it appealing to listeners who want candid takeaways on navigating high-profile careers while staying true to oneself.

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Recent guests on Wide Open include:

1. Cindy Eckert
2. Tristan Schukraft
3. Casey Tanner
4. Jeffrey Masters
5. Mary Mazzio
6. Laura Benanti
7. Anna Camp
8. Jackie Pierri

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