Ana and semi-permanent guest co-host Josh Gondelman discuss the wildfires ravaging Los Angeles and their wide-reaching effects—unpacking the concept of empathic distress and how small, tangible actions can make a difference in overwhelming times.

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Ana welcomes Josh Gondelman as "Co-Host in Residence" to talk through New Year’s resolutions, the hidden cracks in media and entertainment industries, and the challenges of staying true to your values while navigating a world driven by shifting priorities.

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Ana reflects on the cracks beneath her—both literal and metaphorical—as she recounts a week of uncertainty, resilience, and the bravery of asking for help, exploring what it means to find strength in imperfection and connection.

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Ana takes on the strange, in-between days of the holiday season with a reflective mini-sode, unpacking her top five obsessions of 2024 and the small things that helped her get through a challenging year.

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Musician Open Mike Eagle joins Ana to discuss the threat vibes-based politics pose to democracy while exploring the challenges of creativity in an economic wasteland, and the hidden joys of indie comics.

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Andy Richter joins Ana to reflect on life in the public eye, navigating politics in a fractured America, and what mental health looks like, all while sharing insights from his podcast and reflections on progress and privilege.

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Andrew, Beau, and Ella join Ana for a candid behind-the-scenes look at Another Day, unpacking the emotional weight of the past 118 days, the challenges ahead, and the small acts of service and resilience that keep them moving forward.

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Talia Lavin, author of "Wild Faith,” joins Ana to explore the Christian Right’s terrifying ascendency of late, its influence on the incoming Trump administration, and what that means for women’s rights, bodily autonomy, and American democracy itself. Plus: How to fight back.

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Jamil Smith joins Ana to explore the intersections of identity, politics, and personal grief, reflecting on the power of storytelling and the surprising lessons of "Star Wars."

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Parker Molloy joins Ana to dig into the emotional toll of today’s political landscape, exploring everything from personal survival strategies to the strange comfort of horror films.

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