Mickey Drexler, “the man who dressed America,” dominated American fashion as CEO of Gap and J. Crew, creating Old Navy and Madewell along the way. He’s also one of the business leaders Martha admires the most. Between the two of them, they have decades of experience in retail, and billions of dollars in sales. Today they talk about his successes and challenges, and creating a lasting brand in the age of fast fashion and convenience.

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Floral designer Emily Thompson has a very different vocabulary from many florists: she creates thickets, heaps, vapors, gusts and gales, using birds, beasts, branches, trees and flora. Her creations for runway fashion shows, gala events and the White House evoke meadows, forests and fields. Fifteen years after her disruptive arrival on the floral scene, she has published a book documenting her work. Martha and Emily talk about their floral obsessions and creating unforgettable work in the most ephemeral of arts.

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Martha and Kate Hudson, the beloved actress of the 2000s rom-com genre, are the energy we all need right now. Hot off the release of her new Netflix series, Running Point, Kate joins Martha in the studio to reflect on her active and successful career as an actress, singer, businesswoman, podcaster, and mother. They also discuss Kate’s work with Mindy Kaling, and the evolution of a creative life. They explore life off the set, from tattoos to baby daddies, Oscar movies and favorite restaurants. You won’t want to miss this funny and warm conversation.

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Fernando Wong, a landscape designer and Martha’s co-star on the HGTV show, Clipped, is known for consistent, inspired vision throughout his work. In a conversation between friends, Martha sits down with Fernando and Tim Johnson, his husband and business partner. They explore how Fernando fills landscapes with miniature outdoor “rooms” and timeless elegance. They also discuss their new book that revisits Fernando’s work, titled, The Young Man and the Tree: Fernando Wong Landscape Design.

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Pamela Anderson, the beloved Baywatch actress and model, has re-invented her career through a memoir and Netflix documentary about her life, and an award-nominated role in Gia Coppola’s The Last Showgirl. In a candid interview for Elle magazine, Martha talks to Pam about looking back on decisions, pushing the boundaries (of a career), and lessons learned from a life in the limelight. Listen here for the full conversation.

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Amongst the heartbreaking devastation of the Los Angeles wildfires this year, thousands of animals have been impacted. Today, Martha talks to Dia DuVernet, President and CEO of Pasadena Humane Society, and Dr. Gary Weitzman, President & CEO of San Diego Humane Society; two organizations that have been working, along with many others, to save dogs and cats, and also goats, tortoises, goldfish, pigs, wildlife, a pony, and even a bull. Listen to learn how these groups have been rescuing, treating, rehabilitating, and reuniting these animals with their owners – as well as important strategies for protecting your animals from future disasters.

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Emma Grede is no stranger to hard work – from her first newspaper route at age 13, to the talent and marketing agency she launched at 26, and her hand in the wildly successful Good American and SKIMS brands, Emma is not afraid of the hustle. Fresh from the launch of her newest brand, Off Season, with Kristin Juszczyk, she talks to Martha to talk about building a business - finding talent, listening to instincts, protecting a brand as it grows, and the myth of “work-life balance.” Spoiler alert – these two entrepreneurs find a lot of common ground.

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Brian Kelly – better known as “The Points Guy” - is one of the leading experts on travel and mastering the game of the $26 billion global loyalty rewards business reward business. Just in time for the holiday season, he shares essential tips for making travel more comfortable and enjoyable, the best apps and card services to help anyone earn more reward points, and the secrets of maximizing loyalty programs for travel.

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