Name: The Jennifer Hudson Show
Genre: Talk
Rating: 5.6

S01E01 Series Premiere, Simon Cowell

September 12 · 41min find the promo

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Jennifer Hudson gets emotional as "The Jennifer Hudson Show" premieres on what just so happens to be her 41st birthday. The EGOT-winning star delivers a heartfelt speech and gets a surprise from the studio audience.

S01E02 Magic Johnson, Mickey Guyton

September 13 · 41min find the promo

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Hudson will chat with NBA legend Magic Johnson, followed by an interview and performance by Mickey Guyton, the first Black female solo artist to earn a GRAMMY nomination in a country category.

S01E03 Yvonne Orji

September 14 · 41min find the promo

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Comedian and Emmy Award-nominated actress from the hit series "Insecure" Yvonne Orji will join Hudson in-studio.

S01E04 Colman Domingo, Hannah Waddingham

September 15 · 41min find the promo

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After Colman Domingo's Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series win at the Creative Arts Emmys for his role in "Euphoria," Jennifer welcomes the "Candyman" star to her couch. Emmy Award-winning star of "Ted Lasso" Hannah Waddingham will chat about the hit show and her new movie, "Hocus Pocus 2."

S01E05 Viola Davis

September 16 · 41min find the promo

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Premiere week will wrap with Oscar, Emmy, Tony, and Golden Globe Award-winning actress Viola Davis who will discuss her new film, "The Woman King."

S01E06 Kristin Chenoweth

September 19 · 41min find the promo

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Kristin Chenoweth tells Jennifer Hudson swap stories about growing up in the church. The star does an impression of how Steve Harvey reacted her "heinous" faux pas on "Family Feud" and shares the details of Ariana Grande's full circle moment with "Wicked."

S01E07 Sheryl Lee Ralph, Indy Bugg

September 20 · 41min find the promo

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Sheryl Lee Ralph gives Jennifer Hudson a mini masterclass on how to be a "Dreamgirl" 41 years after the "Abbott Elementary" star portrayed Deena Jones on Broadway, and 16 years after JHud's Oscar-winning performance as Effie White in the movie. Jennifer welcomes viral 10-year-old dancer Indy Bugg from Dayton, OH, to perform. She is known for being an expressive and energetic dancer.

S01E08 Connie Britton

September 21 · 41min find the promo

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Connie Britton and Jennifer Hudson bond over their past working on cruise ships. Connie shares how she also previously worked as an aerobics instructor and did murder mysteries before she found fame. Jennifer welcomes FOX 5 D.C. morning news anchor Jeanette Reyes and her husband, Robert Burton, the ABC 7 News morning anchor, both from Washington D.C. Jeanette and Robert went viral for posting news reports about their baby, Isabella, using their anchor voices. Their most popular "Baby News Network" video currently has 11 million views on Twitter.

S01E09 Randy Jackson

September 22 · 41min find the promo

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Jennifer Hudson tells Randy Jackson that she wouldn't be here today without him as he appears on the show 18 years after choosing JHud as his wild card on "American Idol." The pair discuss never giving up and not blocking blessings! Jennifer welcomes 5-year-old Lena Avery Castro and her mom, Madeline Rivera, from Brooklyn, NY, who went viral on TikTok because of her passion for learning. She loves flags, chemical elements and reading the dictionary.

S01E10 Zach Shallcross, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez

September 23 · 41min find the promo

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Zach Shallcross ("The Bachelor"); Michaela Jaé Rodriguez ("Loot").

S01E11 Leslie Jordan, Rachel Lindsay

September 26 · 41min find the promo

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Leslie Jordan Get ready to see the "Call Me Kat" star duet with Jennifer! Rachel Lindsay The first Black Bachelorette and "Extra" host follows JHud's sit-down with Zach Shallcross (the new "Bachelor" star's first-ever TV interview!).

S01E12 Meghan Trainor

September 27 · 41min find the promo

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The singer promotes her upcoming October album release, "Takin' It Back."

S01E13 Robin Thicke, Allyson Felix

September 28 · 41min find the promo

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Robin Thicke and Jennifer Hudson reminisce about meeting at The Met Gala. Robin talks about writing wedding songs plus working with Usher, Lil Wayne, Michael Jackson and the one and only JHud! Allyson Felix The Olympic champion tells Jennifer why she launched a new footwear brand.

S01E14 Chandra Wilson

September 29 · 41min find the promo

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JHud welcomes Chandra to the studio as "Grey's Anatomy" fans get excited for the new season, which premieres Thursday, October 6.

S01E15 Derek Hough

September 30 · 41min find the promo

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"Dancing With the Stars" judge Derek Hough opens up about the pressures to succeed in the competitive world of dance and what he wishes he could tell his younger self.

S01E16 Howie Mandel

October 3 · 41min find the promo

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The "America's Got Talent" judge stops by to chat about Simon Cowell and the importance of talking about mental health.

S01E17 LL Cool J

October 4 · 41min find the promo

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LL COOL J shares the interesting way he produces the melodies for his catchy tunes. Jennifer Hudson shares what happened the first time she heard her song on the radio as she compares experiences with the iconic rapper.

S01E18 Jimmie Allen, Bobby Berk

October 5 · 41min find the promo

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The Country music singer chats with Jennifer about his latest album, "Tulip Drive," ahead of his tour with Carrie Underwood. The "Queer Eye" interiors expert cozies up on the curved couch with JHud.

S01E19 Hasan Minhaj

October 6 · 41min find the promo

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The comedian sits down with Jennifer to talk about his Netflix special, "The King's Jester."

S01E20 Kunal Nayyar

October 7 · 41min find the promo

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The former "Big Bang Theory" actor joins Jennifer to talk about his new film, "The Storied Life of A.J Fikry."

S01E21 Joel McHale, Shangela, Owen Han

October 10 · 41min find the promo

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The "Stargirl" actor brings the laughs and his one-wheeled skateboard to "The Jennifer Hudson Show"! "Dancing with the Stars" pro Gleb Savchenko performs in the studio with partner Shangela! The viral sandwich king shows Jennifer how to blowtorch delicious dishes.

S01E22 Kevin McKidd, NCT 127, Ghost Brothers

October 11 · 41min find the promo

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The "Grey's Anatomy" actor visits the studio to talk about the return of the medical drama and shares how his children handle seeing their dad on screen. The K-Pop group chat with JHud and perform "2 Baddies" off their new album. Ghost Brothers: Dalen Spratt, Juwan Mass, and Marcus Harvey explore the paranormal with Jennifer.

S01E23 Taye Diggs

October 12 · 41min find the promo

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Taye Diggs ("All American"); 13-year-old runner Jaiya Patillo from Bellevue, Neb

S01E24 Laverne Cox, Jacob Collier, Lizzy McAlpine

October 13 · 41min find the promo

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Laverne Cox: The actress joins Jennifer to talk about new show,"If We're Being Honest with Laverne Cox." Jacob Collier: The singer performs "Never Gonna Be Alone" ft. Lizzy McAlpineand chats with Jennifer.

S01E25 Nick & Vanessa Lachey, Pepper Persley

October 14 · 41min find the promo

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Nick and Vanessa Lachey: The couple chat all things "Love is Blind" and "NCIS: Hawaiʻi". Pepper Persley: Jennifer welcomes the 11-year-old sports reporter who has interviewed several WNBA players, MLB players, and President George W. Bush. She started her reporting career at the age of 6 and hopes to transition from covering sports to reporting on red carpet events.

S01E26 Kelly Rowland

October 17 · 41min find the promo

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The four-time Grammy Award winner talks about "The Curse of Bridge Hollow"and Destiny's Child. Dancers Mariandrea Villegasand and Phil Wright: Jennifer welcomes 14-year-old viral sensation from Torreón, Mexico and her choreographer from Santa Clarita, CA. Mariandrea and Phil, who went viral over the summer for a video of a routine they performed at a dance convention, will chat and perform a dance routine.

S01E27 Max Greenfield, Tayler Harris

October 18 · 41min find the promo

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Max Greenfield: The comedy actor chats about his show "The Neighborhood"and children's book "This Book Is Not a Present." Tayler Harris: She will perform "Memory" from the musical "CATS."

S01E28 Adam Lambert, Jalyn Hall, Brianna Cameron

October 19 · 41min find the promo

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Adam Lambert: The "American Idol" alum talks about his upcoming concert tour, "The Witch Hunt." Jalyn Hall: The actor talks about his new movie "Till" — centered around the true story of Emmett Till's life. Brianna Cameron: Jennifer welcomes the 9-year-old singer from Newark, NJ, who caught her attention when a clip of her performing at Apollo Theater's Amateur Night, was shared on social media. Brianna will chat with Jennifer and perform.

S01E29 Daymond John, Cheyenne Jackson

October 20 · 41min find the promo

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Daymond John: The "Shark Tank"star discusses Black Entrepreneurs Day and children's book "Little Daymond Learns to Earn." Cheyenne Jackson: The "Call Me Kat"actor talks "The Masked Singer" with Jennifer!

S01E30 Jenna Dewan, Babyface

October 21 · 41min find the promo

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Jenna Dewan: "The Rookie" actress sits down on the couch with JHud. Babyface: The music artist sits down to chat about his album "Girls Night Out."

S01E31 Chance the Rapper

October 24 · 41min find the promo

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Chance the Rapper and Jennifer talk about growing up in Chicago and Chance's upcoming Black Star Line Festival.

S01E32 Cedric the Entertainer

October 25 · 41min find the promo

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The comedian sits down with Jennifer to chat about the new season of "The Neighborhood"

S01E33 Marlon Wayans

October 26 · 41min find the promo

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Following an appearance from his "The Curse of Bridge Hollow" co-star Kelly Rowland, the funnyman talks about his new Meta series "Oh Hell No... with Marlon Wayans."

S01E34 Eddie Redmayne

October 27 · 41min find the promo

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The Oscar-winning actor discusses his new role in "The Good Nurse" on Netflix

S01E35 Property Brothers, Amber Ruffin

October 28 · 41min find the promo

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Property Brothers: Drew and Jonathan Scott talk about their show "Property Brothers: Forever Home." Amber Ruffin: The funnywoman chats with JHud as Season 3 of "The Amber Ruffin Show" airs on Peacock.

S01E36 Terry Crews

October 31 · 41min find the promo

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The multi-talented Terry Crews joins in the Halloween festivities and tells Jennifer about his children's book "Terry's Crew."

S01E37 Nicole Scherzinger

November 1 · 41min find the promo

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Nicole Scherzinger and JHud exchange stories about their pasts working as amusement characters. Nicole tells "The Jennifer Hudson Show" the funny story of what happened when she had to perform a hoedown in a King Louie costume.

S01E38 Fortune Feimster, Tasha Cobbs Leonard

November 2 · 41min find the promo

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Comedian Fortune Feimstertalks about her Netflix stand-up special "Good Fortune." Grammy Award-winning gospel singer Tasha Cobbs Leonard collabs with JHud!

S01E39 Alfonso Ribeiro

November 3 · 41min find the promo

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Alfonso Ribeiro tells Jennifer Hudson what it was like to get a visit from singing legend Tom Jones on the set of "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air." The "Dancing with the Stars" host tells JHud about his Thanksgiving tradition with the professional dancers.

S01E40 Chaka Khan

November 4 · 41min find the promo

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Chaka Khan tells Jennifer Hudson exactly what she thought when she first met Prince. Chaka reveals she turned down Steven Spielberg after he approached her to appear in the movie "The Color Purple" and shares what role she was considered to take on.

S01E41 Beth Behrs, Aldis Hodge

November 7 · 41min find the promo

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Beth Behrs: The star of CBS series "The Neighborhood" joins Jennifer in the studio. Aldis Hodge: The "Black Adam" actor sits down on the couch with JHud.

S01E42 Shania Twain, Jodie Turner-Smith

November 8 · 41min find the promo

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Shania Twain: Country music superstar Shania Twain performs. Jodie Turner-Smith: The actress talks to Jennifer about her new political thriller film, "The Independent."

S01E43 Jerry O'Connell, Dr. Corey Yeager

November 9 · 41min find the promo

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Jerry O'Connell tells Jennifer Hudson how he met Rebecca Romijn and explains why he thinks his wife should join the "Real Housewives" franchise. Jerry O'Connell tells Jennifer Hudson how his hyperactivity helped him discover his passion for acting and how one of his daughters may be following in his footsteps. The actor tells JHud he wouldn't mind her son dating one of his daughters!

S01E44 Tamera Mowry-Housley

November 10 · 41min find the promo

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Tamera Mowry-Housley admits she and her sister Tia have heard some questionable ideas for a "Sister, Sister" reboot. The actress tells Jennifer Hudson why she and her twin are waiting for the right opportunity to bring back the iconic '90s show. Tamera Mowry-Housley tells Jennifer Hudson about her new book "You Should Sit Down for This" and how the color scheme was inspired by her niece, who was killed in the Borderline Bar and Grill shooting. The actress admits her husband said including a list of her sex goals is "embarrassing."

S01E45 Josh Groban

November 11 · 41min find the promo

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Josh Groban recalls David Foster helping him get his start in music. The singer tells Jennifer Hudson why he didn't make it as a magician at The Magic Castle in Los Angeles.

S01E46 Jonathan Majors

November 14 · 41min find the promo

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Jonathan Majors tells Jennifer Hudson about his role as a fighter pilot in "Devotion." The actor shares how he's keen to get his pilot license after racking up 27 hours in the sky.

S01E47 Kerry Washington, David Archuleta

November 15 · 41min find the promo

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Kerry Washington: The actress is joined by Emayatzy Corinealdi to talk about Hulu's "Reasonable Doubt" which Kerry is executive producing. David Archuleta: The singer and "American Idol" alum promotes his latest single "Faith In Me" and his upcoming Christmas Tour.

S01E48 Tichina Arnold, Jaren Lewison

November 16 · 41min find the promo

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Tichina Arnold, After her "The Neighborhood" co-stars Beth Behrs, Cedric the Entertainer and Max Greenfield stopped by, the actress joins Jennifer Hudson on the couch. Jaren Lewinson, The actor chats with Jennifer about "Never Have I Ever."

S01E49 Justin Hartley, tWitch, Allison Holker Boss

November 17 · 41min find the promo

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Justin Hartley , The actor stops by to talk about his new movie "The Noel Diary." Stephen "tWitch" Boss and Allison Holker Boss promote the Disney+ special "The Hip Hop Nutcracker."

S01E50 Sam Smith, Morris Day

November 18 · 41min find the promo

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Sam Smith, The singer promotes their latest single "Unholy." May Morris, After receiving the Legend Award at this year's Soul Train Awards, the singer chats to Jennifer in the studio.

S01E51 David Arquette, Robin de Jesús

November 21 · 41min find the promo

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David Arquette, The actor talks about being a "Kindness Captain," as in his partnership with On Our Sleeves. Robin de Jesús, Robin sits down on the couch to talk about his Hulu series "Welcome to Chippendales."

S01E52 Tabitha Brown

November 22 · 41min find the promo

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The viral star does a cooking demo with Jennifer Hudson.

S01E53 Toni Braxton, Anika Noni Rose

November 23 · 41min find the promo

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Toni Braxton, The music star speaks to Jennifer about executive producing Lifetime movie "A Christmas Spark," and her skin care line "Nude Sugar." Anika Noni Rose, Jennifer Hudson's "Dreamgirls" co-star stops by to talk about "Let the Right One In" on Showtime.

S01E54 Tony Hale

November 28 · 41min find the promo

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The actor chats to Jennifer about the second season of the Disney+ series "The Mysterious Benedict Society."

S01E55 Jameela Jamil, Josh Dallas

November 29 · 41min find the promo

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Jameela Jamil chats with JHud about the Peacock series "Pitch Perfect: Bumper in Berlin" and her company I Weigh. Josh Dallas, The "Manifest" star joins Jennifer Hudson on the couch.

S01E56 Glen Powell

November 30 · 41min find the promo

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Following an appearance from co-star Jonathan Majors, Glen Powell stops by to talk about his new movie "Devotion."

S01E57 Ken Jeong, Ashton Sanders

December 1 · 41min find the promo

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Ken Jeong, After fellow panelists Robin Thicke and Nicole Scherzinger graced the couch, comedy actor Ken Jeong chats to Jennifer Hudson about his role as a judge on Fox's "The Masked Singer." Ashton Sanders, The actor promotes the Whitney Houston biopic "I Wanna Dance with Somebody," in which he plays Bobby Brown.

S01E58 Amber Riley

December 5 · 41min find the promo

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Amber Rileystops by to talk about "The Black Beauty Effect."

S01E59 Billy Porter, Haley Lu Richardson

December 6 · 41min find the promo

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Billy Porter chats about "Accused" and new memoir, "Unprotected." Haley Lu Richardson joins Jennifer Hudson on the couch to talk all things "The White Lotus."

S01E60 Don Cheadle, Adrienne Bailon-Houghton

December 7 · 41min find the promo

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Don Cheadle chats with JHud about his new movie "White Noise." Adrienne Bailon-Houghton helps Jennifer kick off the most wonderful time of the year with Day 1 of Mama Hud's Holiday Giveaways.

S01E61 Ciara, Howie Mandel

December 8 · 41min find the promo

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JHud welcomes her friend Ciara as she prepares to host"New Year's Rockin' Eve." Howie Mandel helps Jennifer spread holiday cheer with Day 2 of Mama Hud's Holiday Giveaways.

S01E62 Lindsey Vonn

December 9 · 41min find the promo

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Former US Ski Team racer Lindsey Vonn promotes her book, "Rise: My Story" and The Lindsey Vonn Foundation.

S01E63 Blake Shelton, James Corden

December 12 · 41min find the promo

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Blake Shelton visits "The Jennifer Hudson Show" to talk about "The Voice" and his new show "Barmageddon." James Corden tells Jennifer Hudson how he feels about ending "The Late Late Show with James Corden" and "Carpool Karaoke." James recalls JHud being one of his first guests on Carpool Karaoke.

S01E64 Regina Hall, Russell Dickerson

December 13 · 41min find the promo

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Actress Regina Hall sits on the couch to chat about "The Best Man: The Final Chapters." Russell Dickerson stops by to chat about his new album.

S01E65 Sam Worthington, Kendrick Sampson, Sheléa

December 14 · 41min find the promo

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"Avatar: The Way of Water" actor Sam Worthington joins Jennifer on the couch. Kendrick Sampson promotes "Something from Tiffany's." Sheléa performs her latest holiday song, "Mothers And Shepherds."

S01E66 Matthew Perry, Greta Onieogou

December 15 · 41min find the promo

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Matthew Perry discusses his memoir, "Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing." Actress Greta Onieogou sits down with Jennifer and talks about her Russian roots, sharing that she still speaks her native tongue with her parents. Jennifer then surprises the "All American" star with New York Times bestselling author and viral star Tabitha Brown, whom Greta and her family adore.

S01E67 Dionne Warwick

December 16 · 41min find the promo

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Dionne Warwick recalls what it was like touring in the South with Sam Cooke during the civil rights era on "The Jennifer Hudson Show." She tells Jennifer a story of her confronting racism that nearly got her arrested. Dionne Warwick talks to Jennifer Hudson about her new documentary. The star also explains how her last name was changed at the beginning of her career.

S01E68 Brian Tyree Henry

January 2 · 41min find the promo

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Brian Tyree Henry promotes his Apple TV+ film "Causeway."

S01E69 Adrienne Bailon-Houghton, Lisa Ann Walter

January 3 · 41min find the promo

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Adrienne Bailon-Houghton chats about her latest role as an "E! News" host. "Abbott Elementary" actress Lisa Ann Walterjoins Jennifer Hudson on the couch.

S01E70 Wendi McLendon-Covey, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, The Budgetnista

January 4 · 41min find the promo

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Wendi McLendon-Covey joins Jennifer on the couch to talk about "The Goldbergs." Kirby Howell-Baptiste chats about her children's books "Little Black Boy" and "Little Black Girl." Jennifer welcomes "The Budgetnista" Tiffany Aliche to discuss spending habits for the New Year.

S01E71 Morris Chestnut, Antonia Gentry

January 5 · 41min find the promo

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Morris Chestnut promotes Peacock's "The Best Man: The Final Chapters." Antonia Gentry stops by to chat "Ginny & Georgia."

S01E72 Kumail Nanjiani, Jermaine Fowler

January 6 · 41min find the promo

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Jennifer welcomes Kumail Nanjiani to the studio as the actor promotes the Hulu series "Welcome to Chippendales." Jermaine Fowler tells Jennifer Hudson how he became interested in comedy and got his start in acting. Jermaine opens up about taking a career break after the deaths of his mother and best friend Kevin Barnett.

S01E73 Mario Lopez, Todrick Hall

January 9 · 41min find the promo

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"Access Hollywood" host Mario Lopez chats with Jennifer about "On with Mario Lopez" and the new season of "Too Hot to Handle." Todrick Hall tells JHud about his new HGTV show, "Battle of the Bling," and his new album, "Jim."

S01E74 Ashlee Simpson Ross, Adam DiMarco

January 10 · 41min find the promo

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"The White Lotus" star Adam DiMarco stops by to chat with Jennifer. Ashlee Simpson Ross joins Jennifer on the couch to talk about her home line, Kempa Home.

S01E75 Anjelah Johnson-Reyes

January 11 · 41min find the promo

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Anjelah Johnson-Reyes shares an update on her first pregnancy as she tells Jennifer Hudson how she changed her mind about having children at age 40. The comedian explains why her sister knows the sex of her child, but she doesn't.

S01E76 Justin Baldoni, Angie Thomas, Dhonielle Clayton

January 12 · 41min find the promo

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Justin Baldoni promotes his book "Boys Will Be Human." Angie Thomas and Dhonielle Clayton, two of the authors of the book "Whiteout," stop by the studio.

S01E77 Gabriel Iglesias

January 13 · 41min find the promo

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Gabriel Iglesias talks about his Netflix stand-up special "Stadium Fluffy" and his upcoming tour dates.

S01E78 Jay Pharoah, Kyla Pratt

January 16 · 41min find the promo

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Jay Pharoah shares his hilarious impressions with the "Jennifer Hudson Show" audience. "Call Me Kat" star Kyla Pratt joins Jennifer on the couch.

S01E79 Michael Chiklis, Rosanna Scotto, Elaina Scotto

January 17 · 41min find the promo

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Award-winning actor Michael Chiklis stops by to chat about FOX's "Accused." "Good Day New York" anchor Rosanna Scotto and her sister Elaina show JHud how to cook recipes from their book "Meatballs, Mangia & Memories."

S01E80 Debbie Allen

January 18 · 41min find the promo

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Legendary actress Debbie Allen chats about the Debbie Allen Middle School.

S01E81 Judge Greg Mathis, Chase Rice

January 19 · 41min find the promo

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The longest-running Black male TV host, Judge Mathis, visits the studio. Chase Rice performs his latest song, "Way Down Yonder."

S01E82 Octavia Spencer

January 20 · 41min find the promo

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Academy Award winner Octavia Spencer promotes the drama series "Truth Be Told."

S01E83 Winnie Harlow, Marcus Scribner

January 23 · 41min find the promo

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Model Winnie Harlow talks about her sun care line, Cay Skin. Actor Marcus Scribner joins Jennifer on the couch.

S01E84 Jennifer Hudson Reminisces

January 24 · 41min find the promo

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Jennifer reminisces about some of the funniest moments from her show with Joel McHale, Regina Hall, Marlon Wayans, and Tony Hale.

S01E85 La La Anthony, Bashir Salahuddin

January 25 · 41min find the promo

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La La Anthony chats about her role in TV drama "BMF" and her hair care line Inala. Bashir Salahuddin drops by to talk about his TV shows "South Side" and "Sherman's Showcase."

S01E86 Shemar Moore, Reneé Rapp

January 26 · 41min find the promo

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"S.W.A.T." star Shemar Moore joins Jennifer on the couch. Reneé Rapp promotes her debut EP, "Everything To Everyone."

S01E87 Katharine McPhee Foster, Samara Joy

January 27 · 41min find the promo

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Katharine McPhee Foster chats to Jennifer about her "An Intimate Evening with David Foster & Katharine McPhee" Tour and her jewelry line, KMF Jewelry. Two-time Grammy nominated artist Samara Joy performs.

S01E88 Gabrielle Union, Sam Jay

January 30 · 41min find the promo

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Actress Gabrielle Union talks about her film "The Inspection," which is in theaters now. Comedian Sam Jay promotes the Netflix film "You People."

S01E89 Tia Mowry, Ledisi

January 31 · 41min find the promo

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Tia Mowry tells JHud about her new haircare line, 4U by Tia. Ledisi performs her upcoming song "I Need to Know."

S01E90 Drew Carey, Storm Reid

February 1 · 41min find the promo

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Drew Carey promotes upcoming special episodes of "The Price Is Right" celebrating his 15th anniversary as host. Actress Storm Reid drops by to chat about her new movie "Missing."

S01E91 Heidi Klum, Jacob Latimore

February 2 · 41min find the promo

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Supermodel and NBC's "AGT: All Stars" host Heidi Klum joins Jennifer on the couch. Jacob Latimore promotes his new movie "House Party."

S01E92 Rita Moreno

February 3 · 41min find the promo

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Fellow EGOT Rita Moreno chats about her new film "80 for Brady."

S01E93 Meagan Good

February 6 · 41min find the promo

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"Harlem" actress Meagan Good joins Jennifer on the couch.

S01E94 Yvette Nicole Brown, Ron Funches

February 7 · 41min find the promo

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Yvette Nicole Brown drops by to chat about "Act Your Age." Ron Funches tells JHud about his new film "80 for Brady."

S01E95 Patti LaBelle

February 8 · 41min find the promo

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Singing legend Patti LaBelle joins Jennifer Hudson in the studio to talk about her tour.

S01E96 John Legend

February 9 · 41min find the promo

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John Legend celebrates the 100th episode of "The Jennifer Hudson Show." John performs "Nervous" off his album "Legend" and talks about his Loved01 skincare line.

S01E97 Alison Brie, Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt

February 10 · 41min find the promo

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Alison Brie chats about her new movie "Somebody I Used to Know." Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratttells Jennifer about her children's book "Good Night, Sister.'

S01E98 Andie MacDowell, Tinashe

February 13 · 30min find the promo

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Legendary actress Andie MacDowell promotes "The Way Home." Singer Tinashe joins Jennifer Hudson on the couch to talk about her album "333."

S01E99 Tyrese Gibson, Muni Long

February 14 · 41min find the promo

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Tyrese Gibson stops by to chat about "Fast X" and his album "Beautiful Pain." Jennifer Hudson meets Muni Long as she promotes "Public Displays of Affection: The Album."

S01E100 Kiersey Clemons

February 15 · 41min find the promo

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Kiersey Clemons talks about her new movie "Somebody I Used To Know."

S01E101 Jackée Harry, Javicia Leslie

February 16 · 41min find the promo

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Legendary actress Jackée Harry promotes "Days of Our Lives." "The Flash" actress Javicia Leslie joins JHud in the studio.

S01E102 Jay Ellis

February 17 · 41min find the promo

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Jay Ellis talks about his new movie "Somebody I Used to Know."

S01E103 Chelsea Handler, Nico Parker

February 20 · 41min find the promo

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Chelsea Handler drops by to talk about her Netflix special "Revolution." Nico Parker chats about her new series "The Last of Us."

S01E104 Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Melissa Rauch, Rotimi

February 21 · 41min find the promo

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NBA legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar joins Jennifer in the studio! Melissa Rauch chats about her show "Night Court." Rotimi performs a medley of his songs "Love Somebody" and "Make You Say."

S01E105 Janelle James, Capt. Sandy Yawn

February 22 · 41min find the promo

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"Abbott Elementary" actress Janelle James brings the laughs! "Below Deck" star Captain Sandy Yawn promotes her book, "Be the Calm or Be the Storm: Leadership Lessons from a Women at the Helm."

S01E106 Rita Wilson, Young Dylan Gilmer, Monique Kelley

February 23 · 41min find the promo

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Rita Wilson joins JHud on the couch as she promotes "A Man Called Otto." "Young Dylan" Gilmer promotes "Tyler Perry's Young Dylan." Dating expert Monique Kelley shares her tips!

S01E107 Larry Wilmore, Adam Blackstone

February 24 · 41min find the promo

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Larry Wilmore promotes The Podcast Academy's Awards for Excellence in Audio. Grammy-nominated musician Adam Blackstone chats with Jennifer about his recent album "Legacy" after playing with Rihanna at the Super Bowl Halftime Show.

S01E108 Joel McHale, David Riherd

February 27 · 41min find the promo

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Joel McHale talks about his new show, "Animal Control." The actor then joins Wildlife Learning Center (WLC) co-founder David Riherd, who teaches Jennifer and Joel about different animals. WLC is a zoological park in Sylmar, California, that cares for more than 100 displaced, rescued, and zoo-born wild animals.

S01E109 DJ Khaled, Diego Boneta

February 28 · 41min find the promo

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DJ Khaled talks to JHud about his new album, "God Did." Diego Boneta promotes "At Midnight."

S01E110 Jo Koy, Ashley McBryde

March 1 · 41min find the promo

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Comedian Jo Koy promotes his world tour. Grammy Award winner Ashley McBryde promotes her album "Ashley McBryde Presents: Lindeville."

S01E111 Ernie Hudson, Madison Bailey

March 2 · 41min find the promo

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Legendary actor Ernie Hudson promotes "Quantum Leap." Madison Bailey drops by to talk about "Outer Banks."

S01E112 Paula Abdul, Jillian Michaels

March 3 · 41min find the promo

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Jennifer Hudson welcomes former "American Idol" judge Paula Abdul to the studio! Jillian Michaels chats about The Fitness App and her podcast, "Keeping It Real."

S01E113 Adam Pally, Jerry O'Connell

March 6 · 41min find the promo

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"The Mindy Project" alum Adam Pally stops by to chat about his film "Who Invited Charlie?" "Pictionary" host Jerry O'Connell brings the game to "The Jennifer Hudson Show" studio!

S01E114 Boris Kodjoe

March 7 · 41min find the promo

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Actor Boris Kodjoe promotes the ABC drama "Station 19."

S01E115 Jay Shetty, Michael Urie, Dean Lewis

March 13 · 41min find the promo

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Jay Shetty talks about his tour and his book, "8 Rules of Love: How to Find It, Keep It, and Let It Go." Michael Urie promotes "Shrinking." Dean Lewis performs his latest single, "How Do I Say Goodbye?"

S01E116 Sebastian Maniscalco, Mason Gooding

March 14 · 41min find the promo

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Sebastian Maniscalco talks about his Netflix special, "Sebastian Maniscalco: Is It Me?" and his podcast, "Daddy vs. Doctor." Mason Gooding promotes "Scream VI."

S01E117 Chrissy Metz, Nika King

March 15 · 41min find the promo

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Chrissy Metz promotes her children's book, "When I Talk to God, I Talk About You." Nika King promotes "65."

S01E118 Katie Lowes, Guillermo Díaz, Pj Morton

March 16 · 41min find the promo

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Katie Lowes and Guillermo Díaz talk about their podcast, "Unpacking the Toolbox: A Scandal Rewatch." PJ Morton chats to Jennifer and performs his song "Good Morning."

S01E119 Quinta Brunson, Stephanie Mills

March 17 · 41min find the promo

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Abbott Elementary" star Quinta Brunson stops by. Stephanie Mills promotes "Black Broadway: A Proud History, a Limitless Future."

S01E120 Mike Epps, Sarah Shahi

March 20 · 41min find the promo

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Mike Epps stops by to talk about "The Upshaws." Sarah Shahi chats about the new season of "Sex/Life."

S01E121 Charles Barkley

March 21 · 41min find the promo

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Charles Barkley promotes "Inside the NBA."

S01E122 Coco Jones, Skai Jackson

March 22 · 41min find the promo

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Coco Jones performs and chats about Peacock's "Bel-Air," and performs her hit song "ICU" off her album, "What I Didn't Tell You." Skai Jackson promotes her fragrance, "Bloom Up!"

S01E123 Melanie Lynskey, Brooklyn Peltz Beckham

March 23 · 41min find the promo

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Melanie Lynskey drops by to talk about "Yellowjackets." Brooklyn Peltz Beckham promotes the Silk Nextmilk campaign.

S01E124 Tamar Braxton, The Isley Brothers

March 24 · 41min find the promo

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Tamar Braxton joins Jennifer on the couch to discuss "Queens Court." The Isley Brothers are in the studio to talk about their album "Make Me Say It Again, Girl."

S01E125 Jesse Palmer, Tati Gabrielle, Major

March 27 · 41min find the promo

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Jesse Palmer talks about "The Bachelor." Tati Gabrielle chats about the latest season of "You." Grammy nominated R&B artist MAJOR. sits down for a chat andperforms his latest song, "Baby Will You Love Me."

S01E126 Dermot Mulroney, Jessica Williams, Hannah Fry

March 28 · 41min find the promo

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Dermot Mulroney stops by to talk about "Scream VI." Jessica Williams chats about the series "Shrinking." Mathematician, professor, and television personality Hannah Fry promotes the Bloomberg Media series "The Future with Hannah Fry."

S01E127 Reba McEntire

March 29 · 41min find the promo

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Reba McEntire promotes the Reba: Live in Concert Tour.

S01E128 Julie Bowen, Method Man, Larenz Tate

March 30 · 41min find the promo

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Julie Bowen joins Jennifer in the studio as she promotes "Prom Pact." Method Man and Larenz Tate talk about "Power Book II: Ghost."

S01E129 Ashley Park, Jabari Banks

March 31 · 41min find the promo

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Ashley Park promotes "BEEF." Jabari Banks joins Jennifer on the couch to discuss "Bel-Air."

S01E130 Kevin Nealon, Xscape

April 3 · 41min find the promo

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Kevin Nealon chats about his book, "I Exaggerate: My Brushes with Fame." Xscape are in the studio to promote "SWV & Xscape: The Queens of R&B."

S01E131 Mayim Bialik, Julian Gant, SWV

April 4 · 41min find the promo

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Mayim Bialik and Julian Gant drop by to talk about "Call Me Kat." SWV perform their song "Right Here (Human Nature Remix)."

S01E132 Roy Wood Jr., Cierra Ramirez

April 5 · 41min find the promo

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Roy Wood Jr. stops by to chat about the White House Correspondents' Dinner. Cierra Ramirez joins Jennifer on the couch to discuss "Good Trouble."

S01E133 Khloé Kardashian, The War and Treaty

April 6 · 41min find the promo

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Khloé Kardashian promotes her fashion brand Good American. The War and Treaty perform their song "Have You a Heart" from their upcoming album, "Lover's Game."

S01E134 The Walls Group

April 7 · 41min find the promo

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The Walls Group perform their song "I Need You" from their recent album, "Four Walls."

S01E135 Tan France

April 10 · 41min find the promo

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Tan France joins Jennifer on the couch to chat about his Netflix reality competition show, "Next In Fashion."

S01E136 Rob Riggle, Sam Claflin

April 11 · 41min find the promo

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Rob Riggle promotes his documentary, "Plastic Earth." Sam Claflin stops by to discuss "Daisy Jones & the Six."

S01E137 Tisha Campbell

April 12 · 41min find the promo

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Tisha Campbell drops by to talk about her film, "Every Breath She Takes."

S01E138 Nikki & Brie Bella, D.B. Woodside

April 13 · 41min find the promo

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Nikki & Brie Bella chat about "The Bellas Podcast" and their wine label Bonita Bonita. D.B. Woodside promotes his television show, "The Night Agent."

S01E139 Stephen A. Smith, Matt Walsh

April 14 · 41min find the promo

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Stephen A. Smith discusses his memoir, "Straight Shooter," and podcast, "Know Mercy." Matt Walsh asks Jennifer Hudson for singing advice, and JHud gives the comedian some pointers for delivering a song when you're not a singer. Matt shares how he got into pickleball and JHud gives him some special Jenniferized gear for his home pickleball court.

S01E140 Jennifer Hudson Reminisces #2

April 17 · 41min find the promo

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Jennifer reminisces about her conversations with incredible women throughout the season, including Viola Davis, Lindsey Vonn, Hannah Waddingham, and Allyson Felix.

S01E141 Giancarlo Esposito, Ben & Erin Napier

April 18 · 41min find the promo

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Giancarlo Esposito joins Jennifer on the couch to chat about "The Mandalorian." Ben & Erin Napier stop by to discuss their television show, "Home Town Takeover.

S01E142 Tyler James Williams, Kristin Cavallari

April 19 · 41min find the promo

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Tyler James Williams drops by to talk about "Abbott Elementary." Kristin Cavallari promotes her cookbook, "Truly Simple."

S01E143 VP Kamala Harris

April 20 · 41min find the promo

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Vice President Kamala Harris sits down for an exclusive daytime talk show interview on "The Jennifer Hudson Show."

S01E144 Chris Hardwick, Ben Harper

April 21 · 41min find the promo

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Chris Hardwick chats about his game show, "The Wall." Ben Harper discusses his television series "Extrapolations," and his latest album, "Wide Open Light."

S01E145 Seal

April 24 · 41min find the promo

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Seal stops by to chat about his 30th Anniversary Tour commemorating three decades of his landmark albums "Seal" and "Seal II." He also performs an acoustic version of "Kiss from a Rose.

S01E146 Swizz Beatz, Jody Watley, Jordan Chiles

April 25 · 41min find the promo

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Swizz Beatz discusses his "Godfather of Harlem" soundtrack. Jody Watley joins Jennifer on the couch to chat about "The Jody Watley Show — Wattage Vibes Rooted in the Music." Olympic silver medalist and UCLA gymnast Jordan Chiles drops by.

S01E147 Brendan Hunt, Tawny Cypress

April 26 · 41min find the promo

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Brendan Hunt drops by to chat about"Ted Lasso." Tawney Cypress discusses the latest season of her television show "Yellowjackets."

S01E148 Milo Ventimiglia, Tori Kelly, Sophia Roe

April 27 · 41min find the promo

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Milo Ventimiglia discusses his television show "The Company You Keep." Tori Kelly chats about her new single "missin u." Sophia Roe joins Jennifer for a cooking demo and promotes her television show "Counter Space."

S01E149 Nicole Byer, Folake Olowofoyeku

April 28 · 41min find the promo

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Nicole Byer chats about her television show "Grand Crew." Folake Olowofoyeku discusses her television show "Bob Hearts Abishola."

S01E150 Meghan Trainor, Leona Lewis

May 1 · 41min find the promo

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Meghan Trainor chats about her debut book, "Dear Future Mama: A TMI Guide to Pregnancy, Birth, and Motherhood from Your Bestie." Leona Lewis promotes her Apple TV+ series "Jane," which features her original song "One Step Closer."

S01E151 Martin Sheen, Emilio Estevez, Marsai Martin

May 2 · 41min find the promo

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Martin Sheen and Emilio Estevez drop by to talk about their movie"The Way." Marsai Martin chats about her television show "Saturdays."

S01E152 Angel Reese, Flau'Jae Johnson, Alexis Morris

May 3 · 41min find the promo

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LSU women's basketball NCAA champions, including Angel Reese, Flau'Jae Johnson, and Alexis Morris, join Jennifer on the couch. Jennifer welcomes back life and relationship coach Rhea Williams from Los Angeles, California, who has been in the mental health field for 20 years.

S01E153 Chloe Bailey, Kelvin Harrison Jr.

May 4 · 41min find the promo

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Chloe Bailey chats about her debut album "In Pieces." Kelvin Harrison Jr. discusses his movie "Chevalier."

S01E154 Christina Ricci, Ms. Pat

May 5 · 41min find the promo

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Christina Ricci stops by to chat about the latest season of "Yellowjackets." Ms. Pat discusses her television sitcom "The Ms. Pat Show."

S01E155 Rainn Wilson, Lalah Hathaway

May 8 · 41min find the promo

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Rainn Wilson promotes his book"Soul Boom" and Peacock docuseries "Geography of Bliss." Lalah Hathaway discusses her newsingle "The Energy."

S01E156 Holly Robinson Peete

May 9 · 41min find the promo

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Holly Robinson Peete chats about her reality television show "Queens Court."

S01E157 Ike Barinholtz, 'Vibe Check' Podcasters

May 10 · 41min find the promo

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Ike Barinholtz stops by to chat about his television show"White House Plumbers." Jennifer welcomes back "Vibe Check" podcast hosts Zach Stafford, Sam Sanders, and Saeed Jones.

S01E158 Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Charity Lawson, Lewis Howes

May 11 · 41min find the promo

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Priyanka Chopra Jonas discusses her new film "Love Again" and the Amazon series "Citadel." Charity Lawson, Season 20 star of "The Bachelorette," sits down with Jennifer for her first on-camera interview. Lewis Howes chats about hisNew York Times bestselling book, "The Greatness Mindset: Unlock the Power of Your Mind and Live Your Best Life Today."

S01E159 Russell Westbrook, Nina Westbrook

May 12 · 41min find the promo

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Russell and Nina Westbrook discuss their Why Not? Foundation and the card game "Do Tell."

S01E160 Julianne Hough, Nina Dobrev

May 15 · 41min find the promo

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Julianne Hough and Nina Dobrev promote their Fresh Vine Wine.

S01E161 Jeannie Mai Jenkins, Robin Thede

May 16 · 41min find the promo

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Jeannie Mai Jenkins promotesOwl's Brew Boozy Tea. Robin Thede chats about her television show"A Black Lady Sketch Show."

S01E162 Wilmer Valderrama, Tarek El Moussa, Heather El Moussa

May 17 · 41min find the promo

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Wilmer Valderrama drops by to talk about the latest season of"NCIS." Tarek and Heather El Moussa chat about "Flipping 101 with Tarek El Moussa."

S01E163 Vanessa Williams, Travis Bennett

May 18 · 41min find the promo

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Vanessa Williams chats about her reality television show"Queen of the Universe." Travis Bennett talks about his television show "Dave."

S01E164 Henry Winkler, Laura Harrier

May 19 · 41min find the promo

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Henry Winkler drops by to discuss the final season of "Barry." Laura Harrier chats about her upcoming movie"White Men Can't Jump."

S01E165 Samuel L. Jackson

May 22 · 41min find the promo

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Samuel L. Jackson chats about his television show "Secret Invasion."

S01E166 Robert Glasper, Rhea Williams

May 23 · 41min find the promo

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Five-time Grammy Award-winning musician and producer Robert Glasper stops by to chat about the 2023 Blue Note Jazz Festival in Napa, California. Life coach Rhea Williams joins Jennifer on the couch.

S01E167 Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Lily Rabe

May 24 · 41min find the promo

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Jesse Tyler Ferguson promotes his podcast "Dinner's on Me with Jesse Tyler Ferguson." Lily Rabe talks about her television show "Love & Death."

S01E168 Bebe Rexha, Ego Nwodim

May 25 · 41min find the promo

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Bebe Rexha promotes her new album "Bebe." Ego Nwodim chats about "Saturday Night Live."

S01E169 Issa Rae, Bill Bellamy

May 26 · 41min find the promo

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It's the Season 1 finale! Issa Rae chats about her new movie "Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse." Bill Bellamy discusses his book "Top Billin': Stories of Laughter, Lessons, and Triumph."

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