''The Jennifer Hudson Show'' is an American syndicated

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. Hosted by singer and actress

Jennifer Hudson Jennifer Kate Hudson (born September 12, 1981), also known by her nickname J.Hud, is an American singer, actress, and talk show host. Throughout her career, she has received various accolades for her works in recorded music, film, televisio ...

, the series premiered on September 12, 2022.

Production

In November 2021, ''

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'' reported that

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was developing a syndicated talk show hosted by

for the 2022–23 television season. The series was being pitched as a spiritual replacement for ''

The Ellen DeGeneres Show ''The Ellen DeGeneres Show'' (often shortened to ''Ellen'' or ''The Ellen Show'') is an American daytime television variety comedy talk show that was created and hosted by its namesake Ellen DeGeneres. Debuting on September 8, 2003, it was prod ...

'' after its conclusion in 2022, with its executive producers

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and Mary Connelly moving over to the new show. The series was officially announced in March 2022, with

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as one of its first major carriers. In June 2022, it was announced that ''The Jennifer Hudson Show'' would premiere on September 12, 2022, and that it had been cleared in 95% of the U.S. In January 2023, the series was renewed for a second season. The series carries over a number of elements and personnel from ''The Ellen DeGeneres Show'', including its executive producers Mary Connelly, Andy Lassner, and Corey Palent. It is similarly filmed at Stage 1 at

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, with parts of the former ''Ellen'' set having been reused or modified.

Release

''The Jennifer Hudson Show'' premiered on September 12, 2022 (which was also Hudson's 41st birthday); notable guests during its first week of shows included:

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, and

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. The premiere received a

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of 0.7/4.

Episodes

On the debut episode, Hudson welcomed and reunited its first guest of the show, former ''

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'' judge,

. On the second episode,

makes an appearance and was the first artist to performed on the show, with her single: "Somethin' Bout You".

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is the first K-pop boyband to appear and perform on the show, with their single:

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Season 1 (2022–23)

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'', and her recurring role in ''

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, Dale Spratt, Juwan Mass,

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, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Cedric the Entertainer about the show ''The Neighborhood''. Charli D'Amelio and Dixie D'Amelio chat about their reality show ''

The D'Amelio Show ''The D'Amelio Show'' is an American reality television series which focuses on the personal lives of the D'Amelio family. The series focuses mainly on sisters Charli and Dixie, and their parents Heidi and Marc. ''The D'Amelio Show'' premiere ...

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Marlon Wayans Marlon Lamont Wayans (born July 23, 1972) is an American actor, comedian, writer, and producer. Wayans began his career portraying a pedestrian in ''I'm Gonna Git You Sucka'' (1988). He went on to regularly collaborate with his brother Shawn Wa ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Marlon Wayans about the

Netflix Netflix, Inc. is an American subscription video on-demand over-the-top streaming service and production company based in Los Gatos, California. Founded in 1997 by Reed Hastings and Marc Randolph in Scotts Valley, California, it offers a fil ...

television film ''The Curse of Bridge Hollow'' . , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 34 , Title = Episode 34 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2022, 10, 27 , Guests =

Eddie Redmayne Edward John David Redmayne (; born 6 January 1982) is an English actor. Known for his roles in biopics and blockbusters, he has received various accolades, including an Academy Award, a Tony Award, a BAFTA Award, and two Olivier Awards. He ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Eddie Redmayne about starring in Netflix's original movie ''

The Good Nurse ''The Good Nurse'' is a 2022 American drama film, starring Jessica Chastain and Eddie Redmayne, about Amy Loughren, a night nurse, who suspects that her co-worker Charles Cullen is a serial killer. The film is based on the 2013 true-crime book ...

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Drew Scott Andrew Alfred Scott (born April 28, 1978) is a Canadian reality television personality, best known as the co-host (along with his identical twin brother Jonathan), on the TV series ''Property Brothers''. The home-renovation program, which is ...

, Jonathan Scott,

Amber Ruffin Amber Mildred Ruffin (born January 9, 1979) is an American comedian. She hosts her own late-night talk show titled ''The Amber Ruffin Show'' on NBC and Peacock. She has been a writer for ''Late Night with Seth Meyers'' since 2014. When she joined ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with the Property Brothers about their upcoming show '' Property Brothers: Forever Home'', and with Amber Ruffin where she talks about her late-night talk show ''

The Amber Ruffin Show ''The Amber Ruffin Show'' is an American comedy late-night talk show. Produced by Universal Television and Sethmaker Shoemeyers Productions and starring Amber Ruffin, it features a mix of sketches and monologues. The series was ordered for nine ...

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Terry Crews Terry Alan Crews (born July 30, 1968) is an American actor, television host, and former American footballer. He played Julius Rock in the UPN/ CW sitcom ''Everybody Hates Chris'', which aired from 2005 to 2009, and portrayed Terry Jeffords in ...

, Suzu , ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Terry Crews about his upcoming book ''Terry's Crew''. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Suzu about the show ''Drink Masters'' while having a Halloween-themed drink demo. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 37 , Title = Episode 37 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2022, 11, 01 , Guests =

Nicole Scherzinger Nicole Scherzinger (; born Nicole Prascovia Elikolani Valiente, June 29, 1978) is an American singer, songwriter, dancer, actress, and television personality. She is best known as the lead singer of the Pussycat Dolls, one of the best-selling g ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Nicole Scherzinger about judging on the eighth season of ''

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Fortune Feimster Emily Fortune Feimster (; born July 1, 1980) is an American writer, comedian, and actress. Having made her television debut on NBC's ''Last Comic Standing'' in 2010, Feimster starred as Colette on ''The Mindy Project'' (2015–2017). In July 20 ...

Tasha Cobbs Leonard Natasha Tameika Cobbs Leonard (born July 7, 1981) is an American gospel musician and songwriter. She released the extended play ''Grace'' in 2013 with the hit lead single "Break Every Chain". The EP reached No. 61 on the '' Billboard'' charts. ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Fortune Feimster about her upcoming TV special, "Good Fortune", Jennifer Hudson also chats with Tasha Cobbs Leonard about her upcoming album ''Hymns (Live)''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 39 , Title = Episode 39 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2022, 11, 03 , Guests =

Alfonso Ribeiro Alfonso Lincoln Ribeiro (born September 21, 1971) is an American actor, comedian and television host. He is best known for his roles as Alfonso Spears on the sitcom ''Silver Spoons'', Carlton Banks on the NBC sitcom ''The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with AFV host Alfonso Ribeiro about co-hosting ''Dancing with the Stars''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 40 , Title = Episode 40 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2022, 11, 04 , Guests =

Chaka Khan Yvette Marie Stevens (born March 23, 1953), better known by her stage name Chaka Khan (), is an American singer. Her career has spanned more than five decades, beginning in the 1970s as the lead vocalist of the funk band Rufus. Known as the " Qu ...

, ShortSummary = Chaka Khan chats and performs. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 41 , Title = Episode 41 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2022, 11, 07 , Guests =

Beth Behrs Elizabeth Ann Behrs (born December 26, 1985) is an American actress known for her starring role as Caroline Channing in the CBS comedy series ''2 Broke Girls''. The show ran for six seasons and earned Behrs praise and nominations for the Teen an ...

Aldis Hodge Aldis Alexander Basil Hodge (born September 20, 1986) is an American actor. Among his significant roles, he played Alec Hardison in the TNT series ''Leverage'', MC Ren in the 2015 biopic ''Straight Outta Compton'', Levi Jackson in the 2016 film ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Beth Behrs about the show ''The Neighborhood''. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Aldis Hodge about his new movie ''Black Adam''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 42 , Title = Episode 42 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2022, 11, 08 , Guests =

Shania Twain Eilleen Regina "Shania" Twain ( , ; née Edwards; born August 28, 1965) is a Canadian singer and songwriter. She has sold over 100 million records, making her the best-selling female artist in country music history and one of the best-s ...

Jodie Turner-Smith Jodie Turner-Smith (born 7 September 1986) is a British actress and model. She made her feature film debut in ''The Neon Demon'' (2016) and has since acted in ''Queen & Slim'' (2019), '' After Yang'' (2022), and ''White Noise'' (2022). She's als ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Shania Twain about her album ''Queen of Me'', and her 2023 tour. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Jodie Turner-Smith about her new movie ''The Independent''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 43 , Title = Episode 43 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2022, 11, 09 , Guests =

Jerry O'Connell Jerry O'Connell (born February 17, 1974) is an American actor and television host. He is known for his roles as Quinn Mallory in the television series ''Sliders'', Andrew Clements in ''My Secret Identity'', Vern Tessio in the film '' Stand by M ...

, Dr. Corey Yeager , ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Jerry O'Connell about his shows ''Pictionary'' and ''The Real Love Boat''. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Dr. Corey Yeager about his book ''How Am I Doing?: 40 Conversations to Have with Yourself''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 44 , Title = Episode 44 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2022, 11, 10 , Guests = Tamera Mowry-Housley, Gabby Samone , ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Tamera Mowry-Housley about her new book ''You Should Sit Down for This'' and TV-movie, ''Inventing the Chrismas Prince''. Gabby Samone chats and performs. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 45 , Title = Episode 45 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2022, 11, 11 , Guests =

Josh Groban Joshua Winslow Groban (born February 27, 1981) is an American singer, songwriter, and actor. His first four solo albums have been certified multi-platinum, and he was charted in 2007 as the number-one best selling artist in the United States, wi ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Josh Groban about his upcoming specials ''Josh Groban's Great Big Radio City Show'' and ''Beauty and the Beast: A 30th Celebration''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 46 , Title = Episode 46 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2022, 11, 14 , Guests =

Jonathan Majors Jonathan Michael Majors (born September 7, 1989)Majors in is an American actor. He rose to prominence after starring in the independent feature film ''The Last Black Man in San Francisco'' (2019). In 2020, he garnered wider notice for portraying ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Jonathan Majors about his new film ''Devotion'' and getting into shape for THAT Men's Health cover. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 47 , Title = Episode 47 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2022, 11, 15 , Guests =

Kerry Washington Kerry Marisa Washington (born January 31, 1977) SidebarCertificate of Live Birth: Isabelle Amarachi Asomugha(County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health). Gives Kerry Washington birth dateArchivedfrom the original on May 2, 2016.Note: Fi ...

, Emayatzy Corinealdi,

David Archuleta David James Archuleta (born December 28, 1990) is an American pop singer. At ten years old, he won the children's division of the Utah Talent Competition, leading to other television singing appearances. When he was twelve years old, he becam ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Kerry Washington and Emayatzy Corinealdi about their show ''Reasonable Doubt''. Jennifer Hudson also chats with David Archuleta about his new single ''Faith in Me'' and his upcoming Christmas tour. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 48 , Title = Episode 48 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2022, 11, 16 , Guests =

Tichina Arnold Tichina Rolanda Arnold (; born June 28, 1969) is an American actress and singer. She began her career as a child actor, appearing in supporting roles in '' Little Shop of Horrors'' (1986) and ''How I Got into College'' (1989) before being cast as ...

Jaren Lewison Jaren Lewison (born December 9, 2000) is an American actor who is best known for portraying Ben Gross in the television series ''Never Have I Ever''. Early life and education Jaren Miles Lewison grew up in Dallas, Texas, in a Jewish family. H ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Tichina Arnold about the show ''The Neighborhood''. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Jaren Lewison about the show ''Never Have I Ever''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 49 , Title = Episode 49 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2022, 11, 17 , Guests =

Justin Hartley Justin Scott Hartley (born January 29, 1977) is an American actor. He has played Fox Crane on the NBC daytime soap opera ''Passions'' (2002–2006), Oliver Queen/Green Arrow on The CW television series ''Smallville'' (2006–2011), and Adam New ...

, Stephen 'tWitch' Boss, Allison Holker Boss , ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Justin Hartley about his movie ''The Noel Diary''. Jennifer Hudson also chats with former ''Ellen'' announcer Stephen 'tWitch' Boss and Allison Holker Boss about their special ''The Hip Hop Nutcracker''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 50 , Title = Episode 50 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2022, 11, 18 , Guests =

Sam Smith Samuel Frederick Smith (born 19 May 1992) is an English singer and songwriter. After rising to prominence in October 2012 by featuring on Disclosure's breakthrough single "Latch", which peaked at number eleven on the UK Singles Chart, they ...

Morris Day Morris E. Day (born December 13, 1956) is an American musician and songwriter. He is best known as the lead singer of The Time. Music career Morris Day is best known as the lead singer of The Time, a group associated with Prince. Day and Pri ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Sam Smith about his latest single "Unholy." Jennifer Hudson also chats with May Morris about receiving the Legend Award at this year's Soul Train Awards. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 51 , Title = Episode 51 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2022, 11, 21 , Guests =

David Arquette David Arquette (born September 8, 1971) is an American actor and former professional wrestler. He is best known for his role as Dewey Riley in the slasher film franchise ''Scream'', for which he won a Teen Choice Award and two Blockbuster Enter ...

, Robin de Jesus , ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with David Arquette about his partnership with On Our Sleeves as a "Kindness Captain" ahead of World Kindness Day to inspire small steps of kindness on a daily basis. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Robin de Jesus about her miniseries "Welcome to Chippendales". , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 52 , Title = Episode 52 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2022, 11, 22 , Guests = Tabitha Brown , ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Tabitha Brown about her cookbook "Cooking From the Spirit". , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 53 , Title = Episode 53 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2022, 11, 23 , Guests =

Toni Braxton Toni Michele Braxton (born October 7, 1967) is an American Contemporary R&B, R&B singer, songwriter, actress and television personality. She has sold over 70 million records worldwide and is one of the best-selling female artists in history. ...

Anika Noni Rose Anika Noni Rose (born September 6, 1972) is an American actress and singer. She is best known for voicing Tiana, Disney's first African-American princess, as seen in ''The Princess and the Frog'' (2009). She was named a Disney Legend in 2011. S ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Toni Braxton about her movie "A Christmas Spark," and skin care line Nude Sugar. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Anika Noni Rose about her show ''Let the Right One In''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 54 , Title = Episode 54 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2022, 11, 28 , Guests =

Tony Hale Anthony Russell Hale (born September 30, 1970) is an American actor and comedian. He is known for his role in the Fox comedy series ''Arrested Development'' as Buster Bluth. Hale played Gary Walsh on the HBO comedy ''Veep'' from 2012 until its ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Tony Hale about the Disney+ series ''The Mysterious Benedict Society''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 55 , Title = Episode 55 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2022, 11, 29 , Guests =

Jameela Jamil Jameela Alia Jamil (born 25 February 1986) is a British actress and presenter. She began her career on Channel 4, where she hosted a pop culture series in the T4 strand from 2009 until 2012. She then became the radio host of ''The Official Cha ...

Josh Dallas Joshua Paul Dallas (born December 18, 1978) is an American actor. He is best known for his roles as Prince Charming/David Nolan in the ABC television series ''Once Upon a Time'' and as Ben Stone in the NBC/Netflix sci-fi drama series ''Manifest'' ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Jameela Jamil about her show, ''Pitch Perfect: Bumper in Berlin'' and brand ''I Weigh''. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Josh Dallas about his show ''Manifest''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 56 , Title = Episode 56 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2022, 11, 30 , Guests =

Glen Powell Glen Thomas Powell Jr. (born October 21, 1988) is an American actor. He began his career with guest roles on television and small roles in films such as ''The Dark Knight Rises'' (2012) and ''The Expendables 3'' (2014) before making his breakthr ...

, Aurielle Marie , ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Glen Powell about his movie ''Devotion''. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Aurielle Marie about ''The Budgetnista''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 57 , Title = Episode 57 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2022, 12, 1 , Guests =

Ken Jeong Kendrick Kang-Joh Jeong (, ; born July 13, 1969) is an American actor, stand-up comedian, producer, writer and licensed physician. He rose to prominence for playing Leslie Chow in ''The Hangover'' film series (2009–2013) and Ben Chang in the ...

Ashton Sanders Ashton Durrand Sanders (born October 24, 1995) is an American actor best known for his portrayal of teenage Chiron in the Academy Award-winning film '' Moonlight'' (2016). Early life Sanders was born in Carson, California. He attended Grand A ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Ken Jeong about dance competition show, ''The Masked Singer''. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Ashton Sanders about the film, ''I Wanna Dance With Somebody''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 58 , Title = Episode 58 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2022, 12, 2 , Guests = None , ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson looks back at a few of her favorite memories on the show with music's biggest stars. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 59 , Title = Episode 59 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2022, 12, 5 , Guests = Billy Porter,

Haley Lu Richardson Haley Lu Richardson (born March 7, 1995) is an American actress. Following early television roles on the Disney Channel sitcom ''Shake It Up'' (2013) and the ABC Family supernatural drama '' Ravenswood'' (2013–2014), she acted in the coming-o ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Billy Porter about his show ''Accused'' and memoir "Unprotected". Jennifer Hudson also chats with Haley Lu Richardson about her show ''The White Lotus''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 60 , Title = Episode 60 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2022, 12, 6 , Guests =

Amber Riley Amber Patrice Riley (born February 15, 1986), sometimes known mononymously as RILEY, is an American actress and singer. She is best known for her portrayal of Mercedes Jones on the Fox comedy-drama series ''Glee'' (2009–2015). For her perform ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Amber Riley about her show ''The Black Beauty Effect'' , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 61 , Title = Episode 61 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2022, 12, 7 , Guests =

Don Cheadle Donald Frank Cheadle Jr. (; born November 29, 1964) is an American actor. He is the recipient of multiple accolades, including two Grammy Awards, a Tony Award, two Golden Globe Awards and two Screen Actors Guild Awards. He has also earned ...

, Adrienne Bailon-Houghton , ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Don Cheadle about his film ''White Noise''. Adrienne Bailon-Houghton helps Jennifer kick off the holidays with Mama Hud's Holiday Giveaways. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 62 , Title = Episode 62 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2022, 12, 8 , Guests =

Ciara Ciara Princess Wilson ( ; Harris; born October 25, 1985) is an American singer, songwriter, actress, model and entrepreneur. She released her debut studio album, '' Goodies'' in 2004, which spawned four singles: " Goodies" (featuring Petey Pa ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Ciara about this year's New Year's Rockin' Eve. Howie Mandel helps Jennifer spread holiday cheer with Mama Hud's Holiday Giveaways. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 63 , Title = Episode 63 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2022, 12, 9 , Guests =

Lindsey Vonn Lindsey Caroline Vonn ( ; born October 18, 1984) is an American former World Cup alpine ski racer on the US Ski Team. She won four World Cup overall championships — second only amongst female skiers to Annemarie Moser-Pröll — with three ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Lindsey Vonn about her book "Rise: My Story" and The Lindsey Vonn Foundation. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 64 , Title = Episode 64 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2022, 12, 12 , Guests =

Blake Shelton Blake Tollison Shelton (born June 18, 1976) is an American country music singer and television personality. In 2001, he made his debut with the single " Austin". The lead-off single from his self-titled debut album, "Austin" spent five weeks at ...

James Corden James Kimberley Corden (born 22 August 1978) is an English television host, actor, comedian, and singer. In the United Kingdom, he is best known for co-writing and starring in the critically acclaimed BBC sitcom ''Gavin & Stacey''. In the Un ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Blake Shelton about his shows ''The Voice'' and ''Barmageddon''. Jennifer Hudson also chats with James Corden about his show ''Mammals''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 65 , Title = Episode 65 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2022, 12, 13 , Guests =

Regina Hall Regina Lee Hall (born December 12, 1970) is an American actress. She rose to prominence for her role as Brenda Meeks in the comedy horror ''Scary Movie'' film series (2000–2006). She has since appeared in the television series '' Ally McBeal' ...

Russell Dickerson Russell Edward Dickerson (born May 7, 1987) is an American country pop singer-songwriter from Union City, Tennessee. Dickerson has released two albums through Triple Tigers. Both have accounted for four singles charting on Hot Country Songs an ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Regina Hall about her show ''The Best Man: The Final Chapters''. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Russell Dickerson about the album "Russell Dickerson". , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 66 , Title = Episode 66 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2022, 12, 14 , Guests =

Sam Worthington Samuel Henry John Worthington (born 2 August 1976) is an Australian actor. He is best known for playing Jake Sully in ''Avatar'' and its sequel, ''Avatar: The Way of Water''; Marcus Wright in ''Terminator Salvation'', and Perseus in '' Clash o ...

Kendrick Sampson Kendrick Sampson (born March 8, 1988) is an American actor and activist, best known for his appearances on ''The Vampire Diaries'', ''Gracepoint'', ''How to Get Away with Murder'', '' The Flash,'' and his role as Nathan on HBO's '' Insecure''. E ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Sam Worthington about his new movie ''Avatar: The Way of Water''. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Kendrick Sampson about his new movie ''Something from Tiffany's''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 67 , Title = Episode 67 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2022, 12, 15 , Guests =

Matthew Perry Matthew Langford Perry (born August 19, 1969) is an American-Canadian actor. He is best known for his role as Chandler Bing on the NBC television sitcom ''Friends'' (1994–2004). As well as starring in the short-lived television series ''Stud ...

, Greta Onieogou , ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Matthew Perry about his shows ''Friends'', ''Lovers'', and the ''Big Terrible Thing''. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Greta Onieogou about her show ''All American''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 68 , Title = Episode 68 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2022, 12, 16 , Guests =

Gabrielle Union Gabrielle Monique Union-Wade ( Union; born October 29, 1972) is an American actress. Her career began in the 1990s, when she made dozens of appearances on television sitcoms, prior to landing supporting roles in 1999 teen films ''She's All That' ...

Michael McIntyre Michael Hazen James McIntyre (born 21 February 1976) is an English comedian, writer and television presenter. In 2012, he was the highest-grossing stand-up comedian in the world. He currently presents his own Saturday night series, ''Michael Mc ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Gabrielle Union about her new movie ''The Inspection''. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Michael McIntyre about his show ''The Wheel''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 69 , Title = Episode 69 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 1, 2 , Guests =

Brian Tyree Henry Brian Tyree Henry (born March 31, 1982) is an American actor. He is best known for his role as Alfred "Paper Boi" Miles in the FX comedy-drama series ''Atlanta'' (2016–2022), for which he received a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstan ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Brian Tyree Henry about his film ''Causeway''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 70 , Title = Episode 70 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 1, 3 , Guests =

Mario Lopez Mario Lopez (born October 10, 1973) is an American actor and television host. He has appeared on several television series, in films, and on Broadway theatre, Broadway. He is known for his portrayal of A.C. Slater on ''Saved by the Bell'', ''Sa ...

Todrick Hall Todrick Hall (born April 4, 1985) is an American singer, choreographer, and YouTuber. He gained national attention on the ninth season of the televised singing competition ''American Idol''. Following this, he amassed a huge following on YouTu ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Mario Lopez about his shows ''On With Mario Lopez'' and ''Too Hot to Handle''. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Todrick Hall about his show ''Battle of the Bling''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 71 , Title = Episode 71 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 1, 4 , Guests =

Wendi McLendon-Covey Wendi McLendon-Covey (née McLendon; born October 10, 1969) is an American actress and comedian. She is known primarily for her work in comedic and improvisational roles. Since 2013, McLendon-Covey has played the role of Beverly Goldberg, a fami ...

Kirby Howell-Baptiste Kirby Howell-Baptiste (born 7 February 1987) is a British actress. She has appeared as a series regular on ''Downward Dog'' (2017), ''Killing Eve'' (2018), ''Why Women Kill'' (2019), and ''The Sandman'' (2022). Her television appearances also in ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Wendi McLendon-Covey about her show ''The Goldbergs''. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Kirby Howell-Baptiste about her children's books "Little Black Boy" and "Little Black Girl" , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 72 , Title = Episode 72 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 1, 5 , Guests =

Morris Chestnut Morris Lamont Chestnut (born January 1, 1969) is an American actor. He first came to prominence for his role as Ricky in the 1991 film ''Boyz n the Hood''. He has appeared in feature films and on television series, including the starring role of ...

Antonia Gentry Antonia Bonea Gentry (born September 25, 1998) is an American actress. She is best known for her role as Virginia "Ginny" Miller in the Netflix series '' Ginny & Georgia'' (2021–present). Early life and education Antonia Gentry was born in A ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Morris Chestnut about his show '’The Best Man: The Final Chapters'’. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Antonia Gentry about her show ''Ginny & Georgia''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 73 , Title = Episode 73 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 1, 6 , Guests =

Kumail Nanjiani Kumail Ali Nanjiani (; ur, کمیل علی ننجیانی, ; born May 2, 1978) is a Pakistani-American actor, comedian and screenwriter. He is known for his role as Dinesh in the HBO comedy series ''Silicon Valley'' (2014–2019) and for co-wri ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Kumail Nanjiani about his show ''Welcome to Chippendales''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 74 , Title = Episode 74 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 1, 10 , Guests =

Adam DiMarco Adam DiMarco (born ) is a Canadian actor. He has played recurring roles in the Syfy series '' The Magicians'' (2016–2020) and the Netflix series '' The Order'' (2019–2020). In 2022, he portrayed Albie Di Grasso in the HBO series ''The White L ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Adam DiMarco about his show ''The White Lotus''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 75 , Title = Episode 75 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 1, 11 , Guests =

Taylor Tomlinson Taylor Elyse Tomlinson is an American comedian. She has released two Netflix stand-up specials called ''Quarter-Life Crisis'' (2020) and ''Look At You'' (2022). Early life Taylor Elyse Tomlinson was born in Orange County, California. She was rai ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Taylor Tomlinson about her Netflix special ''Look at You''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 76 , Title = Episode 76 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 1, 12 , Guests =

Justin Baldoni Justin Louis Baldoni (born January 24, 1984) is an American actor and filmmaker. He is best known for portraying Rafael Solano on The CW satirical romantic dramedy ''Jane the Virgin'' (2014–2019) as well as directing the films ''Five Feet Ap ...

Angie Thomas Angie Thomas (born September 20, 1988) is an American young adult author, best known for writing '' The Hate U Give'' (2017). Her second young adult novel, ''On the Come Up'', was released on February 25, 2019. Early life Angie Thomas was born ...

Dhonielle Clayton Dhonielle Clayton is an American author and chief operating officer of We Need Diverse Books. Life and career Clayton was born in Washington, D.C. She went to Our Lady Of Good Counsel in Wheaton Maryland. She graduated with a B.A. from Wake F ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Justin Baldoni about his book ''Boys Will Be Human''. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Angie Thomas and Dhonielle Clayton about their book ''Whiteout'' , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 77 , Title = Episode 77 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 1, 13 , Guests =

Gabriel Iglesias Gabriel Jesús Iglesias (born July 15, 1976), also known as Fluffy, is an American stand-up comedian and actor. He has produced a number of stand-up specials for television outlets such as Comedy Central and Netflix, including ''I'm Not Fat… I ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Gabriel Iglesias about his new Netflix special ''Stadium Fluffy'' , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 78 , Title = Episode 78 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 1, 16 , Guests =

Jay Pharaoh Jared Antonio Farrow (born October 14, 1987), better known by his stage name Jay Pharoah, is an American stand-up comedian, actor, and impressionist. Pharoah was a cast member on NBC's sketch comedy series ''Saturday Night Live'' from 2010 to 201 ...

Kyla Pratt Kyla Amore Pratt (born September 16, 1986) is an American actress. She provided the voice of Penny Proud in the first animated series for Disney Channel called ''The Proud Family'', and Breanna Latrice Barnes in UPN's '' One on One''. After play ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Jay Pharaoh. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Kyla Pratt about her show ''Call Me Kat'' , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 79 , Title = Episode 79 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 1, 17 , Guests =

Michael Chiklis Michael Charles Chiklis ( born August 30, 1963) is an American actor, television director, television producer and musician. He is best known for his role as Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) Detective Vic Mackey on the FX police drama ''The S ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Michael Chiklis about his show ''Accused'' , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 80 , Title = Episode 80 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 1, 18 , Guests =

Debbie Allen Deborah Kaye Allen (born January 16, 1950) is an American actress, dancer, choreographer, singer-songwriter, director, producer, and a former member of the President's Committee on the Arts and Humanities. She has been nominated 20 times for an ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Debbie Allen from Debbie Allen Middle School , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 81 , Title = Episode 81 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 1, 19 , Guests =

Greg Mathis Gregory Ellis Mathis (born April 5, 1960), known professionally as Judge Mathis, is a former Michigan 36th District Court judge, television court show arbitrator, author, television producer, and Black interests motivational speaker/activist. ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Greg Mathis about his show ''Judge Mathis'' , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 82 , Title = Episode 82 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 1, 20 , Guests =

Octavia Spencer Octavia Lenora Spencer (born May 25, 1970) is an American actress. She is the recipient of several accolades, including an Academy Award, a British Academy Film Award, a Golden Globe Award, two Critics' Choice Awards and three Screen Actors Gu ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Octavia Spencer about her show ''Truth Be Told'' , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 83 , Title = Episode 83 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 1, 23 , Guests =

Winnie Harlow Chantelle Whitney Brown-Young (born July 27, 1994), known professionally as Winnie Harlow, is a Canadian fashion model and public spokesperson on the skin condition vitiligo. She gained prominence in 2014 as a contestant on the 21st cycle of th ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Winnie Harlow about her sun care line Cay Skin. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 84 , Title = Episode 84 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 1, 24 , Guests = None , ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson reminisces her funniest moments on the show. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 85 , Title = Episode 85 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 1, 25 , Guests =

Shemar Moore Shemar Franklin Moore (born April 20, 1970) is an American actor. His notable roles include Malcolm Winters on ''The Young and the Restless'' (1994–2005), Derek Morgan on ''Criminal Minds'' (2005–2016), and the lead role of Sergeant II Dani ...

Reneé Rapp Reneé J. Rapp is an American actress and singer. After she won the 2018 Jimmy Award for Best Performance by an Actress, she took over the role of Regina George in the Broadway musical ''Mean Girls''. She then went on to play Leighton in the H ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Shemar Moore about his show ''S.W.A.T.''. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Reneé Rapp about her EP ''Everything to Everyone''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 86 , Title = Episode 86 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 1, 26 , Guests =

Katharine McPhee Katharine Hope McPhee (born March 25, 1984) is an American singer-songwriter and actress. In May 2006, she rose to fame as the runner-up on the fifth season of ''American Idol.'' Her eponymous debut album was released on RCA Records on Janua ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Katharine McPhee about her show ''An Intimate Evening With David Foster'' and her Katharine McPhee tour. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 87 , Title = Episode 87 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 1, 30 , Guests =

Sam Jay Samaria Johnson (born January 13, 1982), better known as Sam Jay, is an American comedian and writer. She is best known as a writer for ''Saturday Night Live'' (2017–present), her Netflix comedy special ''3 in the Morning'' (2020), and as the co ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Gabrielle Union about her show ''Truth Be Told''. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Sam Jay about his new movie ''You People''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 88 , Title = Episode 88 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 1, 31 , Guests =

Tia Mowry Tia Mowry is an American actress. She first gained recognition for her starring role as Tia Landry in the sitcom '' Sister, Sister'' (1994–1999), opposite her twin sister Tamera Mowry. The sisters then starred together in the Disney Channel Or ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Tia Mowry about her hair care line 4U. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 89 , Title = Episode 89 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 2, 1 , Guests =

Drew Carey Drew Allison Carey (born May 23, 1958) is an American comedian, actor and game show host. After serving in the U.S. Marine Corps and making a name for himself in stand-up comedy, he gained stardom in his own sitcom, ''The Drew Carey Show'', an ...

Storm Reid Storm Reid is an American actress. After playing a small role in the television film ''A Cross to Bear'' (2012), Reid made her acting debut with an appearance in the period drama film '' 12 Years a Slave'' (2013). She earned recognition for a s ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Drew Carey about upcoming special episodes of ''The Price Is Right'' celebrating his 15th anniversary as host. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Storm Reid about her new movie ''Missing''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 90 , Title = Episode 90 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 2, 2 , Guests =

Heidi Klum Heidi Klum (; born 1 June 1973) is a German-American model, television host, producer, and businesswoman. She appeared on the cover of the ''Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue'' in 1998 and was the first German model to become a Victoria's Secre ...

Jacob Latimore Jacob O'Neal Latimore (born August 10, 1996) is an American actor, singer and dancer from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In 2016, Latimore released his debut album ''Connection''. As an actor, he is best known for his roles in ''Black Nativity (film), ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Heidi Klum about her show ''America's Got Talent: All-Stars''. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Jacob Latimore about his new movie ''House Party''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 91 , Title = Episode 91 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 2, 3 , Guests =

Rita Moreno Rita Moreno (born Rosa Dolores Alverío Marcano; December 11, 1931) is a Puerto Rican actress, dancer, and singer. Noted for her work across different areas of the entertainment industry, she has appeared in numerous film, television, and thea ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Rita Moreno about her new movie ''80 for Brady''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 92 , Title = Episode 92 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 2, 6 , Guests =

Meagan Good Meagan Monique Good is an American actress. She first gained critical attention for her role in the film ''Eve's Bayou'' (1997), prior to landing the role of Nina in the Nickelodeon sitcom ''Cousin Skeeter'' (1998–2001). Good received further ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Meagan Good about her show ''Harlem'' {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 93 , Title = Episode 93 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 2, 7 , Guests =

Yvette Nicole Brown Yvette Nicole Brown (born August 12, 1971) is an American actress, comedian, writer and host. She starred as Shirley Bennett on the NBC sitcom ''Community'', as Dani in the 2015 version of ''The Odd Couple'' on CBS and as Dina Rose on the ABC sit ...

Ron Funches Ronald Kyle Funches (born March 12, 1983) is an American actor, comedian, and writer. Born in California, Funches spent his early life in Chicago before relocating to Salem, Oregon, as a teenager. He began his comedy career in Portland, Oregon, at ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Yvette Nicole Brown about her new show ''Act Your Age''. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Ron Funches about his new movie ''80 for Brady''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 94 , Title = Episode 94 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 2, 8 , Guests =

Patti LaBelle Patricia Louise Holte (born May 24, 1944), known professionally as Patti LaBelle, is an American R&B singer, actress and businesswoman. LaBelle is referred to as the " Godmother of Soul". She began her career in the early 1960s as lead singe ...

, ShortSummary = Jennfier Hudson chats with Patti LaBelle about her new tour. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 95 , Title = Episode 95 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 2, 9 , Guests =

John Legend John Roger Stephens (born December 28, 1978), known professionally as John Legend, is an American singer, songwriter, pianist, and record producer. He began his musical career by working behind the scenes, playing piano on Lauryn Hill's " Ever ...

, ShortSummary = Celebrating the show's 100th episode. Jennfier Hudson chats with John Legend about his skincare line. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 96 , Title = Episode 96 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 2, 10 , Guests =

Alison Brie Alison Brie Schermerhorn (born December 29, 1982) is an American actress. Her breakthrough came with the role of Trudy Campbell in the drama series ''Mad Men'' (2007–2015), which won her a Screen Actors Guild Award. She gained recognition fo ...

, Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt , ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Alison Brie about her movie ''Somebody I Used to Know''. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt about her children's book ''Good Night Sister''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 97 , Title = Episode 97 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 2, 13 , Guests =

Andie MacDowell Rosalie Anderson MacDowell (born April 21, 1958) is an American actress and former fashion model. MacDowell's known for her starring film roles in romantic comedies and dramas. MacDowell has modeled for Calvin Klein and has been a spokeswoman ...

Tinashe Tinashe Jorgensen Kachingwe ( ; born February 6, 1993), known mononymously as Tinashe, is an American singer, dancer, and actress. Born in Lexington, Kentucky, Tinashe moved to Pasadena as a child to pursue a career in entertainment. Her notab ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Andie MacDowell about her show ''The Way Home''. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Tinashe about her album ''333''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 98 , Title = Episode 98 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 2, 14 , Guests =

Tyrese Gibson Tyrese Darnell Gibson (born December 30, 1978) is an American actor and singer. He released his self-titled debut album in 1998, which featured the single " Sweet Lady", peaking at number twelve on the U.S. ''Billboard'' Hot 100. His second ...

, Muni Long , ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Tyrese Gibson about his movie ''Fast X'' and album ''Beautiful Pain''. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Muni Long about her album ''Public Displays of Affection: The Album''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 99 , Title = Episode 99 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 2, 15 , Guests =

Kiersey Clemons Kiersey Nicole Clemons (born December 17, 1993) is an American actress. She is known for her role in the 2015 comedy-drama film '' Dope'', playing Cassandra "Diggy" Andrews. Subsequently, she went on to co-star in '' Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Kiersey Clemons about her movie ''Somebody I Used to Know''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 100 , Title = Episode 100 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 2, 16 , Guests =

Jackée Harry Jacqueline Yvonne Harry (born August 14, 1956) is an American actress, comedian, and television personality. She is known for her starring roles as Sandra Clark, the nemesis of Mary Jenkins (played by Marla Gibbs), on the NBC TV series '' 227'' ...

Javicia Leslie Javicia Leslie ( ; born May 30, 1987) is an American actress. After landing her first major role in the Lifetime film ''Swim at Your Own Risk'' (2016), she appeared as a series regular on the BET drama '' The Family Business'' (2018–present) a ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Jackée Harry about long running NBC soap opera ''Days of Our Lives''. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Javicia Leslie about her show ''The Flash'' , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 101 , Title = Episode 101 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 2, 17 , Guests =

Jay Ellis Wendell Ramone "Jay" Ellis Jr. (born December 27, 1981) is an American actor. In 2013, Ellis received his first major role on BET's series ''The Game (American TV series), The Game''. He is a main cast member on HBO's series ''Insecure (TV serie ...

Zach Stafford Zach Stafford is a journalist and the former editor-in-chief of '' The Advocate'' magazine. He is currently a columnist at MSNBC. Stafford won a Tony Award in 2022 as one of the co-producers of ''A Strange Loop''. Early life and education Sta ...

, Sam Sanders , ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Jay Ellis about his movie ''Somebody I Used to Know''. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Zach Stafford and Sam Sanders about their podcast "Vibe Check". , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 102 , Title = Episode 102 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 2, 20 , Guests =

Chelsea Handler Chelsea Joy Handler (born February 25, 1975) is an American comedian, actress, writer, television host, and producer. She hosted the late-night talk show ''Chelsea Lately'' on the E! network from 2007 to 2014 and released a documentary series, ...

Nico Parker Nico Parker (born 9 December 2004) is an English actress. She made her film debut as Milly Farrier in the Walt Disney Pictures film ''Dumbo'' (2019), directed by Tim Burton. She is the daughter of film director and screenwriter Ol Parker and a ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Chelsea Handler about her Netflix special ''Revolution''. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Nico Parker about her show ''The Last of Us''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 103 , Title = Episode 103 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 2, 21 , Guests =

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Kareem (alternatively spelled Karim or Kerim) ( ar, کریم) is a common given name and surname of Arabic origin that means "generous", "noble", "honorable". It is also one of the Names of God in Islam in the Quran. Given name Karim * Karim A ...

Melissa Rauch Melissa Ivy Rauch (born June 23, 1980) is an American actress, model and comedian. She is known for playing Bernadette Rostenkowski-Wolowitz on the CBS sitcom ''The Big Bang Theory'', for which she was nominated for the Critics' Choice Televi ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Melissa Rauch about her show ''Night Court''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 104 , Title = Episode 104 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 2, 22 , Guests =

Janelle James Janelle James is an American comedian, actress, and writer. She is best known for her role as Ava Coleman in the television series ''Abbott Elementary'', for which she won a Black Reel Award, a Screen Actors Guild Award, and an NAACP Image Awa ...

, Sandy Yawn , ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Janelle James about her show ''Abbott Elementary''. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Sandy Yawn about her book ''Be the Calm or Be the Storm''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 105 , Title = Episode 105 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 2, 23 , Guests =

Rita Wilson Rita Wilson (born Margarita Ibrahimoff; October 26, 1956) is an American actress, singer, and producer. Her film appearances include ''Volunteers'' (1985), ''Sleepless in Seattle'' (1993), '' Now and Then'' (1995), ''That Thing You Do!'' (1996), ...

, "Young Dylan" Gilmer , ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Rita Wilson about her movie ''A Man Called Otto''. Jennifer Hudson also chats with "Young Dylan" Gilmer about his show ''Tyler Perry's Young Dylan''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 106 , Title = Episode 106 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 2, 24 , Guests =

Larry Wilmore Elister Larry WilmoreThe name Elister L. Wilmore is given at This matches the birth date and birthplace for "Larry Wilmore" at (born October 30, 1961) is an American comedian, writer, producer, and actor. He served as the "Senior Black Correspo ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Larry Wilmore about The Podcast Academy's Awards for Excellence in Audio. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 107 , Title = Episode 107 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 2, 27 , Guests =

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Joel McHale about his show ''Animal Control'' , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 10 , Title = Episode 108 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 2, 28 , Guests =

DJ Khaled Khaled Mohammed Khaled (born November 26, 1975), known professionally as DJ Khaled, is an American DJ, record executive, record producer and rapper. Khaled first gained recognition as a radio host in the 1990s on the radio station WEDR, 99 Ja ...

Diego Boneta Diego Andrés González Boneta (born November 29, 1990) is an American actor, producer and singer. He gained wider recognition after starring in ''Rock of Ages'' (2012) alongside Tom Cruise and the ''Netflix'' biographical series '' Luis Miguel: ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with DJ Khaled about his album ''God Did''. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Diego Boneta about his film ''At Midnight'' , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 109 , Title = Episode 109 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 3, 1 , Guests =

Jo Koy Joseph Glenn Herbert (born June 2, 1971), known professionally as Jo Koy, is an American stand-up comedian and actor. He was a frequent panelist on E!'s late night show ''Chelsea Lately''. He has since had a number of Comedy Central and Netflix ...

Ashley McBryde Ashley McBryde (born July 29, 1983) is an American country music singer–songwriter. Raised in Arkansas, she was drawn to various types of music from a young age. She also developed a passion for writing songs and later moved to Nashville, Tennes ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Jo Koy about his Jo Koy World Tour. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Ashley McBryde about her album ''Ashley McBryde Presents: Lindeville''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 110 , Title = Episode 110 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 3, 2 , Guests =

Ernie Hudson Earnest Lee Hudson (born December 17, 1945) is an American actor. His roles include Winston Zeddemore in the ''Ghostbusters'' film series, Sergeant Darryl Albrecht in ''The Crow'' (1994), and Warden Leo Glynn on HBO's '' Oz'' (1997–2003). Hu ...

Madison Bailey Madison Lily Bailey (born January 29, 1999) is an American actress and model. She plays Kiara "Kie" Carrera on the Netflix teen drama series ''Outer Banks'' (2020–present). Career Bailey originally wanted to be a singer, but transitioned to ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Ernie Hudson about his show ''Quantum Leap''. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Madison Bailey about her show ''Outer Banks''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 111 , Title = Episode 111 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 3, 3 , Guests =

Paula Abdul Paula Julie Abdul (born June 19, 1962) is an American singer, dancer, choreographer, actress, and television personality. She began her career as a cheerleader for the Los Angeles Lakers at the age of 18 and later became the head choreograph ...

Jillian Michaels Jillian Michaels (born February 18, 1974) is an American personal trainer, businesswoman, author, and television personality from Los Angeles, California. Michaels is best known for her appearances on NBC, particularly ''The Biggest Loser (Ameri ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with former ''American Idol'' judge Paula Abdul. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Jillian Michaels about The Fitness App and her Keeping it Real podcast. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 112 , Title = Episode 112 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 3, 6 , Guests =

Adam Pally Adam Saul Pally (born March 18, 1982) is an American actor, comedian, writer, and producer. He is best known for starring as Max Blum in the ABC comedy series '' Happy Endings'' and as Dr. Peter Prentice in ''The Mindy Project''. He also starred ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Adam Pally about his film ''Who Invited Charlie?''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 113 , Title = Episode 113 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 3, 7 , Guests =

Boris Kodjoe Boris Frederic Cecil Tay-Natey Ofuatey-Kodjoe (; born March 8, 1973) is a German actor, producer, and former model best known for his roles as Kelby in the 2002 film ''Brown Sugar'', the sports-courier agent Damon Carter on the Showtime drama ser ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Boris Kodjoe about his show ''Station 19''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 114 , Title = Episode 114 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 3, 13 , Guests =

Jay Shetty Jay Shetty (born 6 September 1987) is an English author and life coach. As the host of the podcast ''On Purpose'', his guests have included Alicia Keys, Khloe Kardashian, and Kobe Bryant, resulting in over 300 million downloads. He has appear ...

Michael Urie Michael Lorenzo Urie (born August 8, 1980) is an American actor. He is known for his portrayal of Marc St. James on the ABC dramedy television series ''Ugly Betty''. He can be heard as Bobby Kerns in ''As the Curtain Rises'', an original podcas ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Jay Shetty about his tour and book "8 Rules of Love: How to Find It, Keep It, and Let It Go". Jennifer Hudson also chats with Michael Urie about his show ''Shrinking''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 115 , Title = Episode 115 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 3, 14 , Guests =

Sebastian Maniscalco Sebastian Maniscalco (; ; born July 8, 1973) is an American stand-up comedian and actor. He has released five comedy specials. Maniscalco has also had supporting acting roles in the films '' Green Book'' (2018) and ''The Irishman'' (2019), playi ...

Mason Gooding Mason Gooding (born November 14, 1996) is an American actor. He is best known for his roles in ''Booksmart'', ''Everything's Gonna Be Okay'' and ''Love, Victor'' and has most recently starred in ''Scream''. He is the son of actor Cuba Gooding Jr. ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Sebastian Maniscalco about his Netflix special ''Sebastian Maniscalco: Is It Me?'' and podcast ''Daddy vs. Doctor''. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Mason Gooding about his film ''Scream VI''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 116 , Title = Episode 116 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 3, 15 , Guests =

Chrissy Metz Christine Michelle Metz (born September 29, 1980) is an American actress and singer. She played Kate Pearson in the television series ''This Is Us'' (2016–2022), which earned her nominations for a Primetime Emmy Award and two Golden Globe Aw ...

, Harold Green III , ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Chrissy Metz about her children's book ''When I Talk to God, I Talk About You'' . Jennifer Hudson also chats with Harold Green III about his book ''Black Roses''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 117 , Title = Episode 117 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 3, 16 , Guests =

Katie Lowes Katie Quinn Lowes (born September 22, 1982) is an American actress and theater director. She is best known for her role as Quinn Perkins in the ABC political drama series ''Scandal'' (2012–2018) and her portrayal of Rachel DeLoache Williams in ...

, Guillermo Díaz , ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with

and Guillermo Díaz about their podcast ''Unpacking the Toolbox: A Scandal Rewatch''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 118 , Title = Episode 118 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 3, 17 , Guests =

Quinta Brunson Quinta Brunson (born December 21, 1989) is an American writer, producer, actress, and comedian best known for creating, executive producing, co-writing, and starring in the ABC comedy series ''Abbott Elementary'' (2021–present). Brunson gained ...

Stephanie Mills Stephanie Dorthea Mills (born March 22, 1957) is an American singer and songwriter. She rose to stardom as "Dorothy" in the original seven-time Tony Award winning Broadway run of the musical ''The Wiz'' from 1974 to 1979. The song " Home" from t ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Quinta Brunson about her show ''Abbott Elementary''. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Stephanie Mills about her documentary ''Black Broadway: A Proud History, a Limitless Future''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 119 , Title = Episode 119 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 3, 20 , Guests =

Mike Epps Michael Elliot Epps (born November 18, 1970) is an American stand-up comedian and actor. He played Day-Day Jones in ''Next Friday'' and its sequel, ''Friday After Next'', and also appeared in ''The Hangover'' and ''The Hangover Part III'' as "Bla ...

Sarah Shahi Aahoo Jahansouzshahi ( fa, آهو جهانسوز شاهی; born ), known professionally as Sarah Shahi (), is an American actress and former model. She played Carmen on ''The L Word'' in 2005, Kate Reed in the USA Network legal drama ''Fairly Leg ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Mike Epps about his show ''The Upshaws''. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Sarah Shahi about her show ''Sex/Life''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 120 , Title = Episode 120 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 3, 21 , Guests =

Charles Barkley Charles Wade Barkley (born February 20, 1963) is an American former professional basketball player who is a television analyst on TNT. Nicknamed "Sir Charles", "Chuck", and "the Round Mound of Rebound", Barkley played 16 seasons in the Natio ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Charles Barkley about his show ''Inside the NBA''. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 121 , Title = Episode 121 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 3, 22 , Guests =

Coco Jones Courtney "Coco" Jones (born January 4, 1998) is an American singer and actress. She rose to prominence starring in the Disney Channel film '' Let It Shine'' (2012) and was featured on ''Radio Disney's Next Big Thing'' from 2010 to 2011. Jones wa ...

Skai Jackson Skai Jackson (born April 8, 2002) is an American actress who was included in ''Time''s list of Most Influential Teens in 2016. She is best known for portraying the role of Zuri Ross in the Disney Channel sitcom '' Jessie'' (2011–2015), which ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Coco Jones about her show ''Bel-Air'' and performs her hit song "ICU" off her album, ''What I Didn't Tell You''. Jennifer Hudson also chats with former ''Jessie'' and ''Bunk'd'' star Skai Jackson about her fragrance "Bloom Up!". , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 122 , Title = Episode 122 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 3, 23 , Guests =

Melanie Lynskey Melanie Jayne Lynskey ( ; born 16 May 1977) is a New Zealand actress widely known for her portrayals of complex women in several independent films and television shows and also known for her command of American dialects. Lynskey is the recipi ...

, Brooklyn Peltz Beckham , ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Melanie Lynskey about her show ''Yellowjackets''. Jennifer Hudson also chats with Brooklyn Peltz Beckham about her Silk Nextmilk compaign. , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 123 , Title = Episode 123 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 3, 24 , Guests =

Tamar Braxton Tamar Estine Braxton (born March 17, 1977) is an American singer and television personality. Braxton began her career in 1990 as a founding member of The Braxtons, an R&B singing group formed with her sisters. The Braxtons released their debut a ...

The Isley Brothers The Isley Brothers ( ) are an American musical group originally from Cincinnati, Ohio, that began as a vocal trio consisting of brothers O'Kelly Isley Jr., Rudolph Isley and Ronald Isley in the 1950s. With a career spanning over seven decades, ...

, ShortSummary = Jennifer Hudson chats with Tamar Braxton about her show ''Queens' Court''. Jennifer Hudson also chats with the Isley Brothers about their album "Make Me Say It Again, Girl". , LineColor = B983E6 {{Episode list , EpisodeNumber = 124 , Title = Episode 124 , OriginalAirDate = {{Start date, 2023, 3, 27 , Guests =

Jesse Palmer Jesse James Palmer (born October 5, 1978) is a Canadian television personality, sports commentator, actor, and former professional football player who was a quarterback in the National Football League (NFL) for five seasons in the early 2000s. ...

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Reception

Critical reception

In a review of her first week of shows, Daniel D'Addario of ''

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'' felt that the aim of ''The Jennifer Hudson Show'' was "vague" in comparison to its competitors (such as ''

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'') and " teeredclear not merely of politics or of Hudson's innermost personal life, which would be completely expected, but from any tension or interest as well." It was also felt that Hudson's interviewing style lacked momentum, arguing that "guests often end up steering the conversation more than they usually might, while Hudson praises them for being sharp or funny without following up with questions." Coleman Spilde of ''

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'' was more positive, describing the first week of shows as being "a pleasant surprise that was as amusing as it was gratifying", and praising Hudson for having a "calming effervescence" comparable to

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and

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. He observed that Hudson's "constant and sometimes bewildering level of thanks to the people around her, the industry, and God is ever-present", and that "even when it was a little shaky getting its sea legs, Hudson held it together and kept the pace like the consummate professional she is."

Ratings

Overall

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Accolades

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References

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External links

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