Karamo

Bestselling author and renowned psychic medium Matt Fraser discusses how he uses his gifts to help people find meaning in, and responses to, the ”whys” of their life by helping them connect with those who have passed on. Plus, Karamo breaks down the lessons he has learned over the past three seasons--things that we all need to hear. 

This episode could also be called “Dare To Fail.” It's a motivating conversation with actor, singer and Broadway star Matthew Morrison. Matthew shares the tools he gained from failing, family, and fatherhood. 

Teenage Karamo is freaking out as he talks to boy band legend and his friend Lance Bass from the international super group N'Sync. The conversation touches on life, love, and finding new purpose. Plus, the two dive deep into how not to compare yourself to friends, family or co-workers as you walk your path in life. 

This week's big question: “Is it acceptable to be emotional and vulnerable at work?” Actress and musician Raven-Symoné opens up about her 30+-year career in Hollywood and her feelings on vulnerability in the workplace. Plus, a listener by the name of Jackie discusses overcoming the challenges she faces when being vulnerable at work.

Do your parents always deserve forgiveness? This is conversation with the “Ellen” show contributing host and social media influencer Kalen Allen around his journey of forgiveness and finding success. Plus, Karamo talks to listener Jesse about his internal battle with forgiving his father for the broken childhood he experienced. 

From being an unhoused Black trans teenager to becoming a rising Hollywood star, Alexandra Grey shares her journey of how she made it. Alexandra was actually mentored by Karamo as a teenager when he worked as a social worker, making this story even closer to his heart. Alexandra believes listening to the whispers from God, believing in one's dreams, and asking for help are tools that guided her to being one of Hollywood's next big stars.  

“Mental health isn't black and white” is a statement Nicholas Pinnock uses to start conversations around mental health with friends, family, and coworkers. The award-winning English actor and star of the hit drama “For Life” gets candid about his journey of recognizing and getting help for his depression, and the support he believes companies should be required to give. Plus, a listener by the name of Emily shares her struggles of receiving mental health support in corporate America as we tackle the question “should companies be required to help employees with mental health issues?”

Actress and author Joely Fisher, sister of screen legend Carrie Fisher, shares how she grieved the sudden loss of her sister, and how she found purpose for her own life as a result of that loss. From Hollywood to heartbreak to healing, Joely's story will inspire and motivate you to keep going.

This week's deep question is “would you trust a therapist who sees a therapist?” In this episode we explore mental health stigma and how it causes many to not seek help. Spiritual guru and bestselling author Jay Shetty will break down why it's important that we all seek therapy on our journey of healing and enlightenment. Plus: a listener named Aditi shares the judgment she receives as a therapist when people discover she sees a therapist to support her own mental health. 

Actress and star of the hit series “Code Black,” Emily Tyra shares her inspiring story of surviving cancer, and her journey of walking down the aisle to marry her true love only several weeks after life-changing brain surgery. Her story will not only inspire, but encourage you to listen to your body—especially when something doesn't feel right.

My friend and “Queer Eye” costar Jonathan Van Ness sparks joy in our lives regularly. In this episode he shares how he overcame bullying and addiction, and became one of the most beloved stars on the planet. The guru of self-love and of staying fab gets vulnerable about: coming out, gender conforming, the fears he had when it came to finding love, and how he overcame them in order to marry his best friend. 

Has policing other people's language gotten out of control? Comedian Fortune Feimster and Karamo explore that question together in the context of comedy and performance. On the interpersonal front, a listener named Shannon shares her challenges in confronting a friend about a hurtful, triggering word.

Motivational speaker, activist, and author (Standing Tall) Spencer West was the first amputee to climb to the peak of Mount Kilimanjaro. Spencer and I talk about the incredible parenting Spencer experienced, and the values we both share when it comes to forging a path to confidence, courage, and freedom. Get ready to want to take more risks and try new things; after listening to this conversation, you'll be nothing but inspired.

This episode is made of Real. Talk. Sarah Wayne Callies (NBC's Council of Dads) shares her vulnerability, her wisdom and strength. We discuss the internal and external judgment that comes with motherhood, postpartum depression, adopting a child outside of your race, and raising a child that is gender nonconforming.

This week, I had a high-energy conversation with the wonderful actor Kat Dennings, known for her role in the television show Two Broke Girls (also for: Dollface on Hulu, and the forthcoming film Friendsgiving). She describes an amazing sacrifice her entire family made for her when she was a teenager. Kat also reflects, from the perspective of her own vulnerable personal experience, on the question that listener Valeria (from the beginning of the episode) is working through: “Should you choose your spouse/partner over your family?”

Actor, activist, and my dear friend Sophia Bush brings her amazing self and beautiful storytelling to today's conversation. She kicks it off with a moving story marked by humility and gratitude, then shares so many inspiring thoughts I want to hashtag everything that comes out of her mouth! We also explore a deep question I discussed with a listener named Mo at the top of this episode: “should your faith influence your politics?”

This week's deep question is “Should you apologize even if you don't want to for the purpose of mending family ties?" Drag superstar Monét X Change weighs in on the topic with an amazing and empowering quote. She also shares details on some drama with Gia (a former RuPauls Drag Race All Stars co-star), and talks about her friendship with Bob the Drag Queen. Plus: a listener named Adam shares his personal story surrounding this week's question.

Is it wrong to comment on or give advice to someone about their body? A conversation with acclaimed model and singer Laith Ashley on the lived experience of being a trans man. Plus, listener T.J. reveals methods he uses to shine a light on other people's behavior when it comes to them offering him advice or opinions about his body.

If there is anyone who embodies the power of never giving up on yourself, it's my dear friend and castmate on Queer Eye, Bobby Berk. Despite having been homeless, poor, and even ending up in jail for not being able to pay traffic fines, Bobby is now a major designer and omni-media brand unto himself.

“You are enough.” An uplifting conversation with chef and social media influencer Tabitha Brown on how to heal so you can anchor your dreams. Also: tips and inspiration for checking in and tending to your emotional and mental state during the worldwide protests.

“Hold onto a bigger vision for yourself” is a tenet that has guided Soledad O'Brien through countless life experiences. The award-winning journalist (and host of the Luminary Original Murder on the Towpath sits down with Karamo to share stories from her career, lessons from family and friends, and beliefs that inform her work and her identity. Plus, Karamo explores this question with a listener: Can you change someone's opinion of you when they only see you for your past mistakes? 

Should you deny your identity to please friends or family? A conversation with actress Logan Browning (Dear White People). Plus, Karamo talks to a listener about how to manage when feeling stuck between two identities.

From a music industry A&R executive to standing tall after sexual assault, Drew shares her inspiring story and experience as a black woman during the #MeToo movement.

Talking and growing with Jay Shetty, the world's new spiritual guide. We discuss finding purpose and love, and changing your life path.

This season Karamo's endearing warmth brings out the wisdom, laughter, vulnerabilities and strengths of his fascinating guests. Come for the intimacy, stay for the inspiration. These are the conversations you may not even know you needed to hear.

For part 2 of our Voices in Visibility mini-series: Ryan O'Connell is an incredibly funny writer. He joins Karamo to discuss making his acting debut and the importance of portraying his life accurately as creator of Netflix's Special.

For part 1 of our Voices in Visibility mini-series: Karamo welcomes the extraordinary, Laverne Cox, to tell her story. From childhood to career to dating, Laverne walks us through all her struggles and triumphs before answering the question, “What do you not want us to know about you?”

Sometimes we don't even have an issue, but criticism from those around us makes it difficult to maintain our relationships. Karamo talks with people forced to defend their choices in order to live their lives on their own terms. 

Are you in a toxic relationship with yourself? Karamo answers callers struggling with self-doubt, procrastination, and internal pressure.

Funny man and America's TV dad the late Bob Saget got real as he shared his triumphs, failures, secret pain, and how he used comedy to make it through challenges.

The final episode in this season's From Us to You series is the I's. Karamo's fiance, Ian Jordan, joins to answer questions about the intimate relationships in your life. 

Is an apology necessary to receive closure? Comedian and actor Tig Notaro and Karamo explore that question together as Tig also opens up about her own struggles getting closure and helping others do the same during the #MeTooMovement. Plus, a listener by the name of Cody shares their story of getting closure from family who have been hurtful. Resource Link: https://www.rainn.org or call 1.800.656.HOPE (4673)

Today is about wading through the “what ifs” we consider when thinking about old relationships. Whether or not it's a relationship you'd desire returning to, our intimate relationships have a lasting effect. Karamo answers callers working their way through it.

Actor and singer Skylar Astin discusses mapping out your dreams, growing after divorce, and how he acknowledges and avoids toxic masculinity. Skylar share his tools for dealing with life's challenges so that he can never stop reaching for more. One of those tools: “I don't relish and celebrate the good feedback enough to dwell on the bad,” Skylar says. 

Friends, this episode is all about your friends. In part two of our From Us to You series, Karamo welcomes his best friend of over twenty years, actor Ray Auxais. Together, they answer your questions about issues between friends.

How is rejection affecting your relationship with yourself and others? Whether it's coming from outside pressure or your own frustration and disappointment, the pain of rejection hits hard. Karamo helps friends fighting their way back to health and happiness.

Introducing part one of a series on relationships, guest Stephanie Brooks and Karamo tell the story of how their relationship began and grew stronger over time. Together, they answer listener mail from friends having issues with exes and co-workers.

In part two, Karamo speaks with a dad who is learning how to be an ally for the first time, and a daughter tired of her sexuality being used as a punchline. Guest Anthony Ramos from GLAAD visits to discuss LGBTQIA representation and more.

In this two-part episode, Karamo welcomes his son, Jason Brown. They break down the definitions of different sexual and gender identity terms. The two discuss sharing their sexuality with family members, and answer calls from listeners dealing with their family's miseducation.

It's not just drugs and alcohol. Karamo talks with callers about their habits and the journey of supporting loved ones in treatment. Family Addiction Specialists, Lin Anderson and Aaron Sternlicht, call Karamo to talk about their unique practice's approach to healing.

Karamo speaks to friends working through this myth surrounding selfishness. There are many reasons we put others needs before our own; but sacrificing your health and happiness is not helping anyone.

In part two, Karamo helps people working to overcome conflict with their family members. Fathers, mothers, brothers, sisters, spouses, in-laws, kids - family conflict gets complicated. Karamo helps callers working to find peace within these relationships, and Queer Eye's Antoni Porowski returns.

Friends, we all know the weight from unresolved conflict can bring us down. On this episode, we'll explore how to deal with conflict in our friendships. Real people call-in with their issues and Karamo sat down with a very special guest, Queer Eye's Antoni Porowski (in the 16th minute) to discuss how they overcame conflict on and off set. (Originally published in April 2019)

A super-intimate podcast from Karamo of Queer Eye.

This week's discussion is about polyamorous relationships. How do these relationships work and are they healthy—or even legal? “Divorce Court” host Judge Lynn Toler discusses the legal ramifications of this type of relationship, then gets personal about her own love life, triumphs, failures and the lessons she uses to find success. Plus: a listener named Kendra opens up about her polyamorous relationships and the judgment she receives because of them.