Getting Better with Jonathan Van Ness

By Sony Music Entertainment / Jonathan Van NessComedy Society & Culture Education Self-Improvement

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Getting Better with Jonathan Van Ness episodes

September 22, 2025 LGB Separation, Haircuts & Mental Health, Practical Magic 2
We’re talking: Jeffree Star & the LGB separation, Larry the Cat updates, StyleFix Stick Launch at JVN Hair, rewatching Designing Women, our favorite Britney Spears clips, haircuts & mental health, and Practical Magic 2.
Follow us on Instagram @gettingbetterwithjvn Jonathan on Instagram @jvn and senior producer Chris @amomentlikechris
New video episodes Getting Better on YouTube every Wednesday.
Senior Producer, Chris McClure
Producer, Editor & Engineer is Nathanael McClure
Production support from Anne Currie, and Chad Hall
Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive BTS content, extra interviews, and much much more - check it out here: www.patreon.com/jvn
Our theme music is also composed by Nathanael McClure.
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25 min
September 17, 2025 How To Actually Make An Impact with Rep. Jasmine Crockett
What happens when a razor-sharp elected official and a relentlessly curious host sit down to discuss what it takes to make lasting change?
This week, JVN is joined by the unstoppable Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett — U.S. Representative from Texas, lawyer, lay it on the line truth-teller, and rising voice in the Democratic Party. Together, they unpack how to maximize our impact by understanding our political systems, tackle the messy reality of party politics, and hypothesize where Democrats are headed next.
They also dive into Rep. Crockett's background as a public defender and evaluate the difference between committing a crime and having a criminal mindset, how racism shows up in redistricting battles from Texas to California, and yes — Rep. Crockett breaks down her now-iconic “bleach blonde bad built butch body” clapback.

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BIO: Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett represents portions of Dallas and Tarrant Counties, with the cities of Dallas, Grand Prairie, DeSoto, Cedar Hill, Lancaster, Duncanville, Glenn Heights, Hutchins, Wilmer, Arlington, Ovilla, and Seagoville.

Senior Producer, Chris McClure
Producer, Editor & Engineer is Nathanael McClure
Production support from Anne Currie and Chad Hall
Our theme music is also composed by Nathanael McClure.
Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive BTS content, extra interviews, and much much more - check it out here: www.patreon.com/jvn
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53 min
September 15, 2025 JVN talks NYFW, Updates on the Epstein Birthday Book, Mariah Carey in the Amazon
We’re talking: gun violence, New York Fashion Week Hair, Sylvia Browne resurgence, fist fights on the FYP, Epstein’s Birthday Book, pink dolphins, and Mariah Carey in the Amazon.
Follow us on Instagram @gettingbetterwithjvn Jonathan on Instagram @jvn and senior producer Chris @amomentlikechris
New video episodes Getting Better on YouTube every Wednesday.
Senior Producer, Chris McClure
Producer, Editor & Engineer is Nathanael McClure
Production support from Anne Currie, and Chad Hall
Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive BTS content, extra interviews, and much much more - check it out here: www.patreon.com/jvn
Our theme music is also composed by Nathanael McClure.

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23 min
September 10, 2025 Make Oversharing Your Superpower with Tefi Pessoa
What happens when two professional oversharers get together? Pure magic... and a little chaos. JVN is joined by the incomparable Tefi Pessoa — culture commentator, internet big sister, and now host of her brand-new podcast Tefi Talks.
Come for the tea, stay for the wisdom, and leave with a little extra permission to embrace your inner oversharer.
Together they cover everything from Kirstie Alley’s problematic family lore and Jessica Biel’s legendary arms to the chaos of mixed doubles and how Tefi turned being the “personality hire” into a full-time job. They talk about embracing your inner oversharer, the art of being a good listener (you won't believe the source for this advice), and how she holds space for everyone — yes, even MAGA and GOP supporters — while staying true to herself.
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BIO: Tefi Pessoa is a multi-hyphenate media personality, digital content creator, and pop culture commentator from Miami, Florida, now based in Brooklyn, NY, known for her witty humor and honest advice on topics like self-love, relationships, and astrology. She is recognized by millions across TikTok and Instagram for her deep dives into pop culture, red carpet commentary, and relatable content, earning her a place on the TIME100 Creators List for 2025 and being named among TIME's Latino Leaders for 2024. Tefi also has a new monthly column, "Ask Tefi," and podcast “Tefi Talks,” with The Cut and Vox Media.

Senior Producer, Chris McClure
Producer, Editor & Engineer is Nathanael McClure
Production support from Anne Currie and Chad Hall
Our theme music is also composed by Nathanael McClure.
Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive BTS content, extra interviews, and much much more - check it out here: www.patreon.com/jvn
Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email [email protected].

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54 min
September 08, 2025 Clearing Up the GOP's Smoke Screen Defense of Women’s Rights + Epstein Victims Speak Out
We’re talking: See You Next Tuesday’s, Creative Arts Emmy Awards 2025, aging out of concerts, the Epstein victims at the capitol building, US Open underdog stories, and answering your listener questions.
Follow us on Instagram @gettingbetterwithjvn Jonathan on Instagram @jvn and senior producer Chris @amomentlikechris
New video episodes Getting Better on YouTube every Wednesday.
Senior Producer, Chris McClure
Producer, Editor & Engineer is Nathanael McClure
Production support from Anne Currie, and Chad Hall
Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive BTS content, extra interviews, and much much more - check it out here: www.patreon.com/jvn
Our theme music is also composed by Nathanael McClure.
Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email [email protected].

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36 min
September 03, 2025 Aly & AJ: Gun Reform in America, 20 Years of Music, and a DCOM Sequel?
It took too long, it took too long, it took too long - for Aly & AJ to come on the pod! What keeps a band together for 20 years? How do sisters turn harmonies into a creative language all their own? And what does it look like to balance joy, artistry, and activism while living life on the road? This week, JVN sits down with Aly & AJ to celebrate two decades of music-making and sisterhood—spanning from their early Cow Belles days to sold-out tours and their powerful anthem “Sirens.” - This conversation is all about creativity, resilience, and the rituals that keep them grounded. Plus, we get into their songwriting process, advocating for gun control, and debate over the best breakfast in America. And yes—we asked about Cow Belles 2 .

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BIO: Aly & AJ are an American pop duo consisting of sisters Alyson and Amanda Michalka. First rising to fame in the mid-2000s with their platinum-selling debut album Into the Rush and hits like “Potential Breakup Song,” they became known for their sharp harmonies and heartfelt songwriting. After a period of acting, solo projects, and a hiatus from music, they reemerged with a more mature, indie-pop sound, earning critical acclaim for projects like a touch of the beat gets you up on your feet gets you out and then into the sun (2021), with love from (2023), and Silver Deliverer (2025). Blending nostalgia with modern edge, Aly & AJ continue to evolve as artists while staying true to their roots as sisters whose voices—and bond—create their signature sound.
Senior Producer, Chris McClure
Producer, Editor & Engineer is Nathanael McClure
Production support from Anne Currie and Chad Hall
Our theme music is also composed by Nathanael McClure.
Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive BTS content, extra interviews, and much much more - check it out here: www.patreon.com/jvn
Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email [email protected].

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52 min
September 01, 2025 Cardi B In Court, Benson Boone Sings Adele, Nancy Mace’s Anti-Trans Attacks Explained
This week, we're talking: medical misinformation, Anna Wintour sightings, the US Open, Benson Boone Kelly Clarkson-ing Adele, Nancy Mace’s anti-trans rhetoric, Princess Diana’s time capsule, answering late night texts, “Man’s Best Friend,” and the joy of autumn.
Follow us on Instagram @gettingbetterwithjvn Jonathan on Instagram @jvn and senior producer Chris @amomentlikechris
New video episodes Getting Better on YouTube every Wednesday.
Senior Producer, Chris McClure
Producer, Editor & Engineer is Nathanael McClure
Production support from Anne Currie, and Chad Hall
Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive BTS content, extra interviews, and much much more - check it out here: www.patreon.com/jvn
Our theme music is also composed by Nathanael McClure.
Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email [email protected].

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36 min
August 27, 2025 Will Cancer Ever Be Cured? An Oncologist Weighs In
What really causes cancer? Will we ever find a cure? And why does our mistrust of medicine and obsession with big pharma conspiracies have such a grip on the way we think about it? In this episode, Jonathan Van Ness sits down with oncologist Dr. Stacy Wentworth to explore the biggest questions surrounding cancer—what science can tell us, what it can’t (yet), and how to reframe the way we talk about this disease. From cutting through fear and misinformation to finding space for hope and empowerment, this conversation offers clarity and compassion for anyone touched by cancer.

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BIO: Dr. Wentworth is an award-winning physician, author, and cancer survivorship expert. She has two decades of experience leading patient centered care teams in diverse settings – from NCI designated comprehensive cancer centers to rural hospitals. Her research has been featured at national conferences and published in peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Wentworth is the founder of the Cancer Culture Substack, where she explores how personal beliefs, history, and science influence our experience and attitude toward cancer.
Senior Producer, Chris McClure
Producer, Editor & Engineer is Nathanael McClure
Production support from Anne Currie and Chad Hall
Our theme music is also composed by Nathanael McClure.
Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive BTS content, extra interviews, and much much more - check it out here: www.patreon.com/jvn
Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email [email protected].

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54 min
August 25, 2025 Gerrymandering in Texas and HIV Criminalization Battles
This week on The Monday Edit we’re talking: the Hurricane Katrina documentary, Amanda Seales & Jubilee, Texas & California redistricting, HIV segregation in prisons, and the Correct the Map campaign,.

Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive BTS content, extra interviews, and much much more - check it out here: ⁠www.patreon.com/jvn⁠

Follow us on Instagram @gettingbetterwithjvn Jonathan on Instagram @jvn and senior producer Chris @amomentlikechris

New video episodes Getting Better on YouTube every Wednesday.

Senior Producer, Chris McClure
Producer, Editor & Engineer is Nathanael McClure
Production support from Anne Currie, and Chad Hall
Our theme music is also composed by Nathanael McClure.
Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email [email protected].

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30 min
August 20, 2025 Are They a Walking Red Flag? Case Kenny on Maturity, Relationships, and Self Worth
JVN sat down with Case Kenny, host of the podcast New Mindset, Who Dis?, to talk all things dating, relationships, self-worth, and confidence. Together, they dive into the surprising power of language, how the words we use shape our lives, and what it really takes to build healthy relationships in today’s world.
From unpacking the ways straight men and women approach love, to understanding how self-talk can either boost or break your confidence, mindfulness in our lives and what mindfulness really looks like. Let's dive into:
Why do men pull away?
How do words impact attraction and connection?
What can I do to rethink my dating patterns?
Get Case’s new book, The Opposite of Settling, here.
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Senior Producer, Chris McClure
Producer, Editor & Engineer is Nathanael McClure
Production support from Anne Currie and Chad Hall
Our theme music is also composed by Nathanael McClure.
Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive BTS content, extra interviews, and much much more - check it out here: www.patreon.com/jvn
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49 min

About Getting Better with Jonathan Van Ness

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Join Jonathan Van Ness (Queer Eye) each week for their next exciting endeavor! “Getting Better with Jonathan Van Ness" is here to empower listeners (and also make them laugh) by using curiosity as a tool for personal growth. In a world that often feels overwhelming—where it’s easy to feel stuck, frustrated, or helpless—Getting Better offers a lifeline. Each week, Jonathan Van Ness, alongside experts and thought leaders, guides us through our shared challenges—confidence, productivity, mental health, happiness, relationships, and more—helping us emerge thriving, invigorated, and most importantly - a little bit better.