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Getting Better with Jonathan Van Ness

Join Jonathan Van Ness (Queer Eye) each week for their next exciting endeavour!

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Brain Power, Toxic Masculinity, Procrastination: ICYMI
We’re diving into Getting Better clips with Dr. Wendy Suzuki, Yung Pueblo & Marie Forleo
30 Sep 2025,39 mins,
What No One Tells You About Death (But Everyone Should Know)
JVN and Hospice Nurse Julie talk candidly about palliative care and death.
23 Sep 2025,47 mins,
Why Menopause is Political with Tamsen Fadal
JVN and Emmy-winning journalist and author Tamsen Fadal talk menopause activism.
16 Sep 2025,45 mins,
Are You Trapped in High-Functioning Depression?
Dr. Judith Joseph, a psychiatrist, joins JVN to explore high-functioning depression.
09 Sep 2025,47 mins,
TERFs, Trolls & How to Survive the Internet's Worst People with Drew Afualo
JVN sat down with internet sweetheart, icon, and author - the effervescent Drew Afualo.
26 Aug 2025,50 mins,
How to Beat Capitalism and Make More Money with Katie Gatti Tassin
Katie Gatti Tassin talks with JVN about capitalism, how to get ahead, and get informed.
19 Aug 2025,54 mins,
The Gen Z Red Wave and Protecting Your Peace Online with Matt Bernstein
Matt Bernstein unpacks the events, people, and culture wars shaping the world around us.
12 Aug 2025,38 mins,
Why Culture Is For You with Matt Rogers
JVN and Matt Rogers enter the queer millennial world and talk pop culture to pride heroes.
05 Aug 2025,45 mins,
Why Your Local Libraries Matter More Than Ever with Julie Murphy
JVN and NYTimes Bestseller Julie Murphy talk queer voices in literature to libraries.
29 Jul 2025,49 mins,
Why Your Brain Craves Revenge and How to Break Free
JVN and James Kimmel Jnr. talk about the science of revenge and forgiveness.
15 Jul 2025,46 mins,
Astrology Explained: The Power of Your Chart with Astrologist Aliza Kelly
JVN and Aliza Kelly go all in on Jonathan’s chart, and how astrology can be self-care.
09 Jul 2025,52 mins,
How to Embrace Failure & Let Go of Fear with Dan Harris
Dan unpacks how failure became the unlikely catalyst for lasting change.
01 Jul 2025,46 mins,
Memory & the Brain-Changing Benefits of Sleep with Neuroscientist Dr. Wendy Suzuki
Neuroscientist Dr. Wendy Suzuku teaches us to how to care for the brain.
24 Jun 2025,42 mins,
Sustainability Crash Course with Environmentalist Leah Thomas
Leah Thomas on environmental justice how we can be sustainable from home.
17 Jun 2025,41 mins,
The 1 Minute Practice That Can Change Your Life with Manifestation Expert Gabby Bernstein
Gabrielle Bernstein on the POWER of manifestation
10 Jun 2025,48 mins,
3 Procrastination Hacks To Jumpstart Your Day with Marie Forleo
Procrastination, honey! The real reasons why we procrastinate with Marie Forleo.
06 Jun 2025,46 mins,
Want to Love Better? Start Here with Yung Pueblo
We’re diving into the world of love and self-awareness with Yung Pueblo (aka Diego Perez)
29 May 2025,49 mins,
Queer Eye’s Antoni Shares the Surprising Ways That Food Can Change Your Life
JVN and Antoni Porowski serve up a delicious conversation on food and personal growth.
21 May 2025,37 mins,
The Life Changing Science of Optimism (And How You Can Harness It)
JVN and Gretchen explore the art (and science) of feeling optimistic.
21 May 2025,45 mins,
Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness
How Is Trauma Dumping Affecting My Relationships?
JVN sits down with Dr. Sara Kuburic to delve into the phenomenon of "trauma dumping."
20 May 2025,38 mins,
Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness
The Truth About Bringing Your "Authentic Self” To Work - A Leadership Coach Explains
JVN sits down with Mory Fontanez to unpack what it means to bring your best self to work.
20 May 2025,46 mins,
Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness
How To Keep Jealousy From Derailing Your Life
JVN sits down with Jillian Turecki to unpack the meaning behind our green-eyed moments.
20 May 2025,45 mins,
Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness
Can You Inherit Trauma - And If So, Can You Inherit Healing?
JVN sits down with journalist James Longman to explore whether we can inherit trauma.
20 May 2025,52 mins,
Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness
How Can I Make Romance Work For Me?
JVN sits down with Shan Boodram to talk romance, sex, and relationships.
20 May 2025,48 mins,
Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness
What’s The Value In Community?
JVN sits down with Dr. Lakeysha Hallmon to unpack the myth of being self-made.
20 May 2025,44 mins,
Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness
How Do I Stop Being Such A People Pleaser?
JVN sits down with Kati Morton to dive deep into the world of people-pleasing.
20 May 2025,47 mins,
Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness
What's The Real Cost Of Not Trusting Yourself? A Trust Expert Weighs In
JVN sits down with Rachel Botsman to explore the role trust plays in our lives.
20 May 2025,48 mins,