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Work in Progress with Sophia Bush

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Work in Progress with Sophia Bush features frank, funny, personal, professional, and sometimes even political conversations with people who inspire Sophia about how they’ve gotten to where they are, and where they think they’re still going. These discussions stem from her "aha" moment of realizing you are allowed to be both a masterpiece and a work in progress, simultaneously.

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If you feel like dysfunction in Washington has become a threat to America itself, you're not alone. Freshmen Senators Elissa Slotkin (D-MI) and Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-DE) break down what's at stake and what they're fighting for despite the chaos cre... more

"Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" star Kelli Giddish joins Sophia to reminisce about their early SVU-Chicago P.D. crossover days — find out why she still thanks Sophia in her head every time she goes out to dinner!

Plus, Kelli opens up about her ... more

In this exclusive Bonus chat, Holly and Sophia Bush unpack the making of their wild new comedy, "Broad Trip," including their chaotic experience with a monster truck and embarrassing Celine Dion moment that they may never live down.

Stream "Broad Tr... more

Long before portraying Sophia's mom in their new comedy "Broad Trip," Lauren Holly was '90s TV and movie royalty, starring in the smash hit "Dumb and Dumber" opposite then-boyfriend Jim Carrey and in the wildly popular dramatic series "Picket Fences.... more

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Recent Guests

Kelli Giddish
Actress known for Law & Order SVU
NBC/CBS; Law & Order SVU
Episode: Kelli Giddish
Lauren Holly
Actress; star of Broad Trip
Holly Family Fund (mentioned)
Episode: BONUS: Lauren Holly
Zoe Lister-Jones
Actor, musician, writer, producer, and director
Episode: Zoe Lister-Jones
Jennie Garth
Television actress and author featured as a guest
Self/Various media appearances
Episode: Jennie Garth
Kelly Corrigan
Master storyteller, New York Times bestselling author, podcaster, TED Talk speaker
Episode: Earth Day 2026
Gabby Bernstein
Best-selling author and spiritual teacher focused on shifting from fear to love
Episode: Earth Day 2026
Ayana Elizabeth Johnson
Marine biologist, scientist, and author of What If We Get It Right
Episode: Earth Day 2026
John Marshall
CEO of the Potential Energy Coalition
Potential Energy Coalition
Episode: Earth Day 2026
Austin Nichols
Actor and director, discussing The Long Shot
The Long Shot
Episode: BONUS: Austin Nichols

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Sophia Bush
Host of Work in Progress with Sophia Bush

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 4.9k ratings
  • My fav ADHD’r Brain

    This woman is my soul sister. She says everything the way I would say it before I even say it. All of the healing aspects and her pure devotion to activism and love is helping me on my own healing journey. Her guests are fire, too

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dardles7
    United States4 months ago
  • Uninteresting

    Uninteresting and bland

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Web Queen
    United States4 months ago
  • Kamala-

    There is HOPE! We must fight and love at the same time. We must.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jj jelled
    United States6 months ago
  • Love

    The pod and Sophie and for the love of all that is good in the universe the music does NOT match the fabulousness of this program 😫😘

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mooseslk
    United States7 months ago
  • Ya’ll are dumb

    Not everyone, of course. Just the nimrods who don’t know how to skip over episodes of WIP so they can focus on DQ episodes. Mama didn’t teach you if you don’t have something nice/productive to say then keep your mouth shut?

    Keep doing what you do, Sophia! You are a bright light in this chaotic world of ours!

    PS… love the dark hair 🥰🖤

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DDawg2
    United States9 months ago

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Some listeners wish for more structure or balance in political topics, while others praise bold, unapologetic discussions.
Listeners appreciate the candid, thoughtful conversations and the host's genuine curiosity.
Guests are diverse and bring insightful perspectives on culture, gender, and leadership.

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#192
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#205
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#76
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#226
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BONUS: Lauren Holly
Q: Can you tell the people a little bit about what the movie is about and what to expect?
Lauren describes Broad Trip as a mother-daughter road trip with the daughter trying to persuade the mom not to marry a new partner, framed as a love-filled, funny, intergenerational rom-com.
BONUS: Austin Nichols
Q: How did your experience directing a TV show influence the set for The Long Shot?
Understanding how a whole set functions helped keep energy up and ensured every department felt their input mattered, which kept the project moving smoothly even on a tight indie schedule.
BONUS: Austin Nichols
Q: On the other side of it, what surprised you about directing a feature compared to TV?
The day-to-day on set isn't that different; the main difference is the scope and the time to prep, which makes tracking the arc feel more doable because you have more mental space and a longer runway for storytelling.
Dr. Mary Claire Haver
Q: What led you to shift from traditional practice to creating a menopause clinic and engaging in documentary projects?
Seeing patients struggle with undiagnosed or misunderstood symptoms over years, plus a desire to tell meaningful stories about women's health, led to building a clinic and collaborating on documentary work that educates and empowers.
Dr. Mary Claire Haver
Q: How do you approach advocating for patients who feel dismissed by doctors?
Use a symptom tracker, prepare in advance, seek practitioners certified in menopause care, and consider a broad workup to rule out other conditions before discussing hormone therapy as part of a larger plan.

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A candid interview series that centers on personal growth, career pivots, and meaningful conversations with high-profile guests from acting, filmmaking, activism, science, and politics. Episodes frequently explore balancing ambition with family, creative process, and how lived experiences inform advocacy and leadership. Notable threads include indie filmmaking, motherhood, climate action, personal healing, and bold conversations about culture, representation, and civic engagement. The show often features practical takeaways for listeners pursuing creative work, public service, or social impact, and stands out for its warm, probing interview style and willingness to tackle weighty topics with honesty and humor.

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2. Lauren Holly
3. Zoe Lister-Jones
4. Jennie Garth
5. Kelly Corrigan
6. Gabby Bernstein
7. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson
8. John Marshall

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