Robin Roberts' Everybody's Got Something
17 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 6 years ago - ★★★★★ - 350 ratingsEver wonder how some people go through devastatingly hard times, only to bounce back better than ever? In these remarkable, confessional conversations between beloved "Good Morning America" anchor Robin Roberts and her fascinating guests, discover how others find unexpected inner strength in the aftermath of adversity. Powered by Robin's compassion and sense of humor, Everybody's Got Something inspires all of us to face our "somethings," and believe in the power of resilience.
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Season 2 Finale - Your Incredible 'Somethings'
August 23, 2017 03:00 - 57 minutesWe have heard some amazing stories of resilience during the first two seasons of "Everybody's Got Something" -- but until now, we've focused on people you probably know. This week, we focus on our listeners' own 'somethings.' Robin even sat down with one listener, Sammy Kamara, and his wife, Carol, in our New York City studio! Thank you to everyone who left us voicemails and sent in messages. And thanks to you for listening this season. We'll talk again very soon! Support "Everybody's Got Som...
Felicia Johnson - Breaking the Cycle of Silence
August 16, 2017 03:00 - 27 minutesEleven women in Felicia Johnson's family, including herself, have been diagnosed with breast cancer. "I felt like the monster was chasing us down," Johnson said, and she has made it her mission to break the cycle of silence, especially among African-American women, to encourage others to share and seek out information about this disease. NEW! Tell Robin about your something: 646-883-8326 Support "Everybody's Got Something" with a quick review ------> http://bit.ly/2rJxxVW Connect w/ #RobinPod...
Kenny Anderson - The Rebound
August 09, 2017 03:00 - 32 minutesKenny Anderson was once one of the most sought after basketball players in the country, but after retiring as an NBA All-Star and losing his mother, he bottomed out when a DUI charge cost him a coaching position. Struggling with his post-NBA identity and fading fame, Anderson says he is still a "work in progress," and in a new documentary, "Mr. Chibbs," he discusses some of his toughest issues, from alleging he had been molested as a kid, to the excessive drinking rumors, to filing for bankru...
Ernie Johnson - What to Do When Life Goes Unscripted
August 02, 2017 03:00 - 32 minutesErnie Johnson Jr., a three-time Emmy award winning sports anchor and host of TNT's "Inside the NBA," has had a legendary career that spans more than 40 years, but what he cherishes most in life is caring for his family. In his new autobiography, "Unscripted: The Unpredictable Moments that Make Life Extraordinary," Johnson describes embracing challenging times, including he and his wife Cheryl adopting their son Michael, who has muscular dystrophy, and losing his father, renowned baseball anno...
Lea Michele - Places, Everyone!
July 26, 2017 03:00 - 36 minutesLea Michele, best known for playing Rachel Berry on "Glee," has made a name for herself -- and her extraordinary pipes -- many times over as a Broadway star, a TV darling and now as a recording artist. In this episode, Lea opens up about the intimate messages behind some of the songs on her new album, "Places," how she has managed to stay grounded amidst the intense demands of fame and what she plans to conquer next. Plus, we revisit some of Robin's very favorite moments from Season 1. Suppor...
Andy Andrews - Why You Should Sweat the Small Stuff
July 19, 2017 03:00 - 45 minutesWe've always been told, "Don't sweat the small stuff," but bestselling author Andy Andrews turns that common belief on its head in his new book, "The Little Things." Andrews, who has spoken at the request of four different U.S. presidents, explains how one tiny thing can help create powerful and extraordinary results. Support "Everybody's Got Something" with a quick review. And while you're there, tell us about your something ------> http://bit.ly/2rJxxVW Connect w/ #RobinPodcast - Robin on T...
Patti LaBelle - Dishin' with the Godmother of Soul
July 12, 2017 03:00 - 36 minutesTwo-time Grammy award-winning recording artist Patti LaBelle has a career spanning more than 50 years in entertainment. At 73 years young, the "Godmother of Soul" has written a dessert cookbook, released concert dates, and is getting ready to unveil a third season of her cooking show. And with her new album "Bel Hommage," Philly's sweetheart marks her first foray into the wonderful world of jazz. Support "Everybody's Got Something" by leaving a quick review. And while you're there, tell us ab...
Wanda 'Mama' Durant - The Real MVP
July 05, 2017 03:00 - 42 minutesAfter Golden State Warriors star Kevin Durant helped his team clinch the NBA championship, his mother, Wanda Durant, celebrated alongside the team in what truly was a lifelong dream come true. Durant, a single mother, said she did her best to stay engaged as a parent and demand the best from her two sons. When Durant was named league MVP in 2014, he delivered an emotional speech dedicated to his mother, calling her "the real MVP." Support "Everybody's Got Something" by leaving a quick review....
Mandisa - Out of the Dark
June 28, 2017 03:00 - 29 minutesGrammy award-winning gospel singer Mandisa is back in the spotlight and better than ever following a battle with depression. She discusses her new uplifting album, the appropriately-named "Out of the Dark," and how she can be a voice of encouragement and truth to people facing life's challenges all over the world. Mandisa performed "Stronger" on GMA years ago for Robin's emotional return to "Good Morning America" after defying the odds and beating her own health battles. Support "Everybody's ...
Gabourey Sidibe - M.Y.O.B. (Mind Your Own Body)
June 21, 2017 03:00 - 50 minutesSeason 2 kicks off with Oscar-nominated actress Gabourey Sidibe, who gets candid about her path to superstardom, dealing with anxiety, and her journey to body positivity. Sidibe, who famously starred in "Precious" and appears in the FOX series "Empire," adds author to her resume with her new debut memoir, "This is Just My Face." Love Robin? Support her podcast by writing a quick review. And while you're there, tell us about your something ------> http://bit.ly/2rJxxVW Connect w/ #RobinPodcast...
Dan Harris & Amy Robach - Going Public
October 17, 2016 03:00 - 1 hourIt's not always easy to share your "something," whatever that may be. But try doing it on TV before an audience of millions! Just like Robin, Amy Robach and Dan Harris both went public with very personal struggles. Amy discovered she had breast cancer after taking a mammogram on "GMA" to encourage early detection. Dan had a panic attack on air, the result of heightened anxiety kicked in by drugs he was taking to self-medicate. The two news anchors join Robin for an intimate, honest, and even ...
Dan Harris & Amy Robach - Going Public
October 17, 2016 03:00 - 1 hour - 44.4 MBIt's not always easy to share your "something," whatever that may be. But try doing it on TV before an audience of millions! Just like Robin, Amy Robach and Dan Harris both went public with very personal struggles. Amy discovered she had breast cancer after taking a mammogram on "GMA" to encourage early detection. Dan had a panic attack on air, the result of heightened anxiety kicked in by drugs he was taking to self-medicate. The two news anchors join Robin for an intimate, honest, and eve...
Tony Robbins/Wounded Warriors - Winning in Life
October 10, 2016 03:00 - 1 hourHow do you find your inner strength? In this special episode, Tony Robbins -- the man considered the ultimate motivator, counseling everyone from Oprah to Bill Clinton -- opens up to Robin about what motivated him to become arguably the most famous life coach: a horrifically abusive childhood. Find out how this experience informed his life, leading Tony Robbins to help others replace self-doubt with self-fulfillment. Then Robin takes the podcast out of the studio to meet two members of the U....
Tig Notaro - Healing with Humor
October 03, 2016 05:00 - 39 minutesNothing's funny about cancer, until you hear standup comic Tig Notaro talk about her own experience with breast cancer. But it's not all laughs, and the serious truths she tells are incredibly life-affirming. In this episode, she and Robin uncover how much they have in common (both went through cancer, lost their mothers while recovering, grew up in the same town, and are in loving, gay relationships) while discovering that their greatest challenges have given each of them unexpected strength...
Magic and Cookie Johnson - The Magic of Love
September 29, 2016 03:00 - 43 minutesHow do you keep love alive, when everything seems to be conspiring against it? It took a long time for NBA superstar Magic Johnson, and his wife Cookie, to commit to their love. And just when they did, Magic shocked the world, announcing he had contracted H.I.V. But until now, nobody knew what Cookie had to endure. Nor how their unconditional love was put to the test when their son declared he was gay. In this episode, the real story of how Magic and Cookie’s deep and abiding love continues t...
India Arie - Finding An Authentic Voice
September 19, 2016 22:00 - 54 minutesWhen Grammy-Award winning, singer-songwriter India Arie lost all self-confidence, she had to disappear from public for four years. In this episode she takes us inside that journey of self-questioning, talking openly to Robin about the serious breakdown that lead to a breakthrough, allowing her to discover her authentic self. In the telling, she brings music, laughter, and profound insights into what matters in all of our lives. And she gives the gift of an original song to the podcast. More i...
Delilah - Hard Times As Blessings
September 19, 2016 19:00 - 47 minutesFifty-thousand callers try to reach Delilah's radio show each night, desperate to share their problems. In this moving and frank episode, Delilah reveals to Robin why she takes heavy doses of her own advice, having wrestled with her fair share of ghosts and demons -- dysfunctional parents and marriages gone wrong -- all of it teaching invaluable lessons on how to create a joyful, blessed life. More information: http://www.RobinPodcast.com Discover other ABC podcasts: http://www.ABCNewsPodcast...
Giada De Laurentiis - Recipe For Recovery
September 19, 2016 16:00 - 52 minutesThe Food Network superstar is the epitome of glamour, and seems like she's got it all. But in this deeply personal conversation with Robin, Giada De Laurentiis confesses that she grew up speaking little English, feeling like an outsider and terribly insecure. Find out how that profoundly affected her life, and why the terrible heartache surrounding death and divorce helped her create a recipe for recovery. And, of course, it's Giada — so there's lots of delicious food talk to make you hungry!...