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Wide Open with Ashlyn Harris

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Mental Health
Vulnerability
Personal Growth
Motherhood
Red Bull Rampage
Women's Sports
Women In Sports
LGBTQ+ Community
Comedy
Parenting
Identity
Queer Representation
Freeride Mountain Biking
Sports
Social Media
Representation
Resilience
Queer Identity
Queerness
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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Happy Pride month from Wide Open! For more of your favorite LGBTQ+ content, check out the Outspoken Network from iHeartPodcasts.

Legendary film, television, and theater producer Bruce Cohen joins Ashlyn for a conversation about what showing up for ... more

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Jordan Lucas went viral for being utterly himself. On CSUN’s men’s volleyball team, he snaps, flicks, waves, and serves more than just volleys on the court. He’s one of the few visibly gay male athletes we have right now, and today Ashlyn sits down w... more

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Happy Pride month from Wide Open! For more of your favorite LGBTQ+ content, check out the Outspoken Network from iHeartPodcasts.

This week, Ashlyn welcomes Emmy award winning actor Laverne Cox to the show. Ashlyn talks to Laverne about the release ... more

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Happy Pride month from Wide Open! For more of your favorite LGBTQ+ content, check out the Outspoken Network from iHeartPodcasts.

This week, Ashlyn welcomes Tony winning director and choreographer Sam Pinkleton to the show. Sam has made a career ou... more

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Recent Guests

Jordan Lucas
Men's volleyball player, openly gay athlete
Grand Canyon University (former), volleyball player
Episode: Serving with Jordan Lucas
Laverne Cox
Trans actress and advocate, author of Transcendent
Author of Transcendent
Episode: Fight For Your Truth with Laverne Cox
Sam Pinkleton
Tony award-winning director and choreographer; notable for Oh Mary and Broadway work
Episode: We’re All Weirdos with Sam Pinkleton
Amy Chozick
Screenwriter, showrunner, recovering journalist, author
Author of With Friends Like You
Episode: Write What You’re Afraid Of with Amy Chozick
Brandon Kyle Goodman
Writer, actor, advocate; host of Tell Me Something Messy
Tell Me Something Messy
Episode: Can Sombody Tell Me The Truth with Brandon Kyle Goodman
Selema Masekela
Pioneer in action sports media and cultural commentator
Independent media personality
Episode: For All The People Catching Hell with Selema Masekela
Lauren Holly
Actress known for film and television work
Episode: Enjoy the Ride with Sophia Bush and Lauren Holly
Stephen Colletti
OG heartthrob from Laguna Beach and star/creator of Everyone Is Doing Great
Everyone Is Doing Great (creator/producer)
Episode: Ride It Till The Wheels Fall Off with Stephen Colletti
Denali Foxx
Drag performer and ice skater known from RuPaul's Drag Race
Self/Brand: Denali Foxx
Episode: Ethereal Creatures with Denali

Host

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

Reviews

3.8 out of 5 stars from 256 ratings
  • Meh

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

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Web Queen
    United States5 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 States6 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 States8 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 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

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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.

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Apple Podcasts
#234
United States/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#230
Canada/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#51
France/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#240
France/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#73
Netherlands/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#138
Argentina/Sports/Soccer

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

We’re All Weirdos with Sam Pinkleton
Q: When did you decide to stop chasing other people's approval and start making work that excites you?
Sam describes a turning point after the pandemic when live theater paused, realizing the danger of contorting himself to fit perceived expectations. He chose to pursue projects that felt authentic and collaborative, even if they carried risk or controversy, which ultimately led to his most resonant work.
We’re All Weirdos with Sam Pinkleton
Q: How did you move as a kid, and did you always see the world differently?
Sam explains growing up in rural Virginia as an openly queer kid who found refuge in theater, which revealed a path where he could be himself and channel creativity. He emphasizes that theater gave him a community and a sense of identity that shaped his future work.
Enjoy the Ride with Sophia Bush and Lauren Holly
Q: What do you hope audiences take away from the movie beyond laughs?
Love wins and joy wins; the film encourages viewers to meet loved ones where they are, take risks together, and remember that family—whether blood-related or chosen—deserves space to be imperfectly perfect.
Enjoy the Ride with Sophia Bush and Lauren Holly
Q: What was it like making a comedy on a tight schedule, and how did you support each other on set?
We leaned into a strong, collaborative rhythm, treating it as a kind of comedy boot camp where we pushed each other to take bigger risks, stay in the moment, and trust the other to hold the scene together, which resulted in a surprisingly cohesive performance.
Enjoy the Ride with Sophia Bush and Lauren Holly
Q: Can you describe the central relationship in Broad Trip and what drew you to the project?
The film centers on a mother-daughter relationship on a road trip where the daughter attempts to guide and save her mother, using life examples to illustrate love, risk, and growth, which felt both nostalgic and fresh.

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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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1. Work in Progress with Sophia Bush
2. Alphabet Club with Shannon Beveridge
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What guests have appeared on Wide Open?

Recent guests on Wide Open include:

1. Jordan Lucas
2. Laverne Cox
3. Sam Pinkleton
4. Amy Chozick
5. Brandon Kyle Goodman
6. Selema Masekela
7. Lauren Holly
8. Stephen Colletti

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