The series features celebrity interviews, topical stories, community heroes, viral sensations, and music. Hudson uses her powerful voice in a new way, bringing fun, uplifting, and empowering conversations to the forefront, shining a light on extraordinary stories, talents, and passions. The Jennifer Hudson Show is a destination to laugh, learn and feel inspired.
Tyler Perry (Netflix film "Why Did I Get Married Again?"); Ciara Miller ("Summer House," "Dancing With the Stars"); 9-year-old Luke Tillman, aka "Pastor Luke."
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s05e02Danielle Brooks, Le Sserafim2026-09-1516:00⌄
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2026-09-15 ·
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Danielle Brooks (film "If I Go Will They Miss Me"); Le Sserafim perform; Kayla Daniels and sons MJ, Kaden and Jaden discuss adoption.
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s05e03Jenna Dewan, Christian Siriano2026-09-1616:00⌄
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2026-09-16 ·
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Jenna Dewan ("Dancing With the Stars"); Christian Siriano ("Project Runway").
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s05e04Law Roach2026-09-1716:00⌄
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2026-09-17 ·
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Project Runway" judge, celebrity stylist and image architect Law Roach.
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s05e05Karen Pittman2026-09-1816:00⌄
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2026-09-18 ·
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Jennifer welcomes Leah Pump, president and CEO of The LadyLike Foundation, a nonprofit that focuses on educating, mentoring and empowering girls and young women from underserved communities.
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s05e06Julia Stiles, Ernest Harden Jr.2026-09-2116:00⌄
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2026-09-21 ·
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Actress and "Dancing with the Stars" contestant Julia Stiles stops by!Jennifer welcomes Chaz McNelis and his 21-month-old son Grayson, aka "Baby G," to the Happy Place! The viral father-son duo join us to share their incredible story of overcoming hardship, navigating college baseball, and building a following that has captured millions of hearts.Actor Ernest Harden Jr. stops by to talk about his recent Emmy victory for his role on the award-winning series "The Pitt."
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s05e07Sofía Vergara, Howie Mandel, Terry Crews, Mel B, Bre-Z2026-09-2216:00⌄
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2026-09-22 ·
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Sofía Vergara, Howie Mandel, Terry Crews, and Mel B visit the Happy Place and talk about "America's Got Talent."Then, Bre-Z stops by to chat about the final season of "All American."
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s05e08Jo Koy2026-09-2316:00⌄
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2026-09-23 ·
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Comedian Jo Koy and Jennifer chat about his new Netflix comedy special, "Jo Koy: Blue in the Face."Jennifer welcomes 7-year-old tea expert Teddy Williams, who has gone viral for his reviews on his page "Tea with Teddy."Then, Jennifer chats with Forgotten Harvest employee Krista Poole and CEO and President Adrian Lewis. Forgotten Harvest is Michigan's largest food rescue organization. When Forgotten Harvest helped Krista feed her family during a time of crisis, it changed her life. Today, they both help lead the mission to fight hunger for hundreds of thousands of others.
Jennifer welcomes the cast of the "A Different World" reboot, Jasmine Guy, Cree Summer, and Chibuikem Uche, to the Happy Place!Then, the band Fuerza Regida stops by to talk about their upcoming tour and their album "111XPANTIA." Tune in to watch band members Jesús Ortíz Pas, Samuel Jáimez, Khrystian Ramos, José "Pelón" García, and Moisés López perform part of their song "For Eso Osos."
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s05e10H.E.R., Martha Reeves2026-09-2516:00⌄
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2026-09-25 ·
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Jennifer chats with Grammy- and Academy Award-winning artist H.E.R. about her new animated film, "Forgotten Island."Then, 10-year-old viral singer Eden Valor from Bowling Green, Kentucky, performs!Motown legend Martha Reeves of Martha and the Vandellas stops by to talk about her latest album, "Searching." Plus, she and Jennifer team up for a special music moment!
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s05e11Mike Colter, Howie Mandel, Terry Crews, Mel B2026-09-2816:00⌄
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2026-09-28 ·
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Actor Mike Colter and Jennifer chat about his upcoming new series, "Cupertino.""America's Got Talent" stars Howie Mandel, Terry Crews, and Mel B take on the hilarious game "Shake It or Share It."
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s05e12Lisa Leslie, Kelsey Pfendler, Tyler Cameron, Jackson Olson, Emma Slater, Sharna Burgess, Alan Bersten2026-09-2916:00⌄
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2026-09-29 ·
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WNBA legend Lisa Leslie stops by!Jennifer welcomes record-breaking rower Kelsey Pfendler from Salida, Colorado. Kelsey shares how she made history as the first American woman to row solo from California to Hawaii, completing the 2,400-mile journey in just 43 days and becoming the fastest and youngest person ever to make the crossing.Tyler Cameron and Jackson Olson stop by to dish on the new season of "Dancing with the Stars" and what fans can expect!Plus, "DWTS" pros Emma Slater, Sharna Burgess, and Alan Bersten join the fun and put Tyler, Jackson, and JHud to the test with some dance moves of their own!
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s05e13Tom Cruise2026-09-3016:00⌄
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2026-09-30 ·
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Global superstar Tom Cruise makes his debut at the Happy Place! Jennifer and Tom chat all about his highly anticipated new film, "Digger."
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s05e14Riz Ahmed2026-10-0116:00⌄
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2026-10-01 ·
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Oscar- and Emmy-winning actor Riz Ahmed and Jennifer talk about his new film, "Digger."Jennifer then sits down with four members of The Breasties — Bri Majsiak, Trish Michelle, Allie Brumel, and Paige More — to hear how "the worst club with the best members" grew from small NYC meetups into a nationwide community, supporting thousands impacted by cancer.
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s05e15Shemar Moore, Owen Thiele2026-10-0216:00⌄
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2026-10-02 ·
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Actor Shemar Moore is back at the Happy Place to talk about his new series, "S.W.A.T. Exiles.""Adults" star and "In Your Dreams" podcast host Owen Thiele stops by!
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s05e16Victoria Monét2026-10-0516:00⌄
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2026-10-05 ·
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Grammy-winning artist Victoria Monét stops by to talk about her new album, "Frequency of Love."Jennifer welcomes viral 6-year-old rapper Waylon Pearson, aka "WayWay," from Columbus, Minnesota! Tune in to watch him perform an original rap song with his younger brother, Wyatt.Plus, Charles Jones stops by!
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s05e17Wunmi Mosaku2026-10-0616:00⌄
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2026-10-06 ·
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Oscar-nominated actress Wunmi Mosaku joins Jennifer to talk about her upcoming film, "The Social Reckoning."Jennifer welcomes Alberto Juarez, founder of Hermanos Wellness Club in Playa del Rey, California, to discuss the growing group, which uses fitness and community to help Latino men prioritize their mental health. They are also joined by four members who share how life-changing the brotherhood has been and how they're redefining strength and vulnerability for the next generation.
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s05e18Jamie Foxx2026-10-0716:00⌄
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2026-10-07 ·
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The multi-talented Jamie Foxx makes his debut appearance at the Happy Place!
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s05e19Cast of "Reasonable Doubt"2026-10-0816:00⌄
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2026-10-08 ·
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Jennifer welcomes "Reasonable Doubt" stars Morris Chestnut and Tank to the show!Then, iconic a cappella group Pentatonix and Jennifer chat about their upcoming holiday tour and holiday album "Christmas in the City (Deluxe)."
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s05e20Joel McHale, Chef Kwame Onwuachi2026-10-0916:00⌄
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2026-10-09 ·
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"Animal Control" star Joel McHale stops by!Then, Chef Kwame and Jennifer talk about his new cookbook, "All Hours," and cook a special dish!
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s05e21Kadeem Hardison, Maleah Joi Moon, Cornell Young IV, Brothers Osborne2026-10-1216:00⌄
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2026-10-12 ·
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Jennifer welcomes "A Different World" stars Kadeem Hardison, Maleah Joi Moon, and Cornell Young IV!Then, Grammy Award-winning country duo Brothers Osborne stop by to talk about their new album, "Watertown."
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s05e22John Legend2026-10-1316:00⌄
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2026-10-13 ·
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Jennifer and fellow EGOT winner John Legend catch up to chat about his upcoming album, "Muse."Then, 6-year-old tae kwon do expert Joshua Galvao Nasciemento, aka "Joshua Superkid" from Los Angeles, California, stops by to show Jennifer his tae kwon do moves.
Actor David Oyelowo stops by to talk about his new series, "Treasure Island."Jennifer welcomes undefeated five-division world champion Claressa Shields, aka "The GWOAT" (Greatest Woman of All Time), to the show!
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s05e24D.L. Hughley2026-10-1516:00⌄
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2026-10-15 ·
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Comedian D.L. Hughley and Jennifer talk about his new book, "Charlie's Boy."Then, Jennifer welcomes 10-year-old Mexican folkloric dancers Isaac Rodrigues and Grace Perez from San Bernardino, California! Tune in to watch a beautiful performance!
Oscar, Emmy, and Tony nominee Brian Tyree Henry and Jennifer talk about his animated series, "Bass x Machina."Plus, "Georgie & Mandy's First Marriage" star Emily Osment stops by!
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s05e26Lisa Ann Walter, Elaine Hendrix2026-10-1916:00⌄
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2026-10-19 ·
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Jennifer welcomes back "Abbott Elementary" star Lisa Ann Walter.Plus, actress and Lisa's best friend Elaine Hendrix stops by!Later, entrepreneur, film producer, and globally renowned content creator Dhar Mann surprises one lucky audience member!
"NCIS" star Wilmer Valderrama and Jennifer talk about the new season of his show. Actor and filmmaker Dolph Lundgren stops by to talk about his new book, "Fights Worth Fighting: Finding Strength in Struggle," and his documentary "Dolph: Unbreakable." Then, Jennifer welcomes grandfather and granddaughter jazz duo Donald Dean Sr. and Darynn Dean from Los Angeles, California! Donald, a legendary jazz drummer whose remarkable career includes performing with icons like Ray Charles and Stevie Wonder, and his granddaughter, jazz vocalist Darynn, join Jennifer to share their special musical bond, the family legacy they've built together, and how their heartfelt performances have captivated millions online.
Jennifer welcomes country superstar Reba McEntire to chat about the new season of "Happy's Place."Then, viral "NYC Besties" Candace Eng and Diana Prince stop by! Their friendship captured millions online, and today they share the story of their 50-year bond and how they supported each other through life's biggest milestones, including Candace's recent breast cancer journey.Later, cake decorator and previous winner of "The Great American Baking Show" Mackenzie Rubish joins Jennifer for a fun cake-decorating demonstration and shares her tips!
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s05e29Emmy Rossum, La La Anthony2026-10-2216:00⌄
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2026-10-22 ·
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Actress Emmy Rossum and Jennifer chat about her show "Furious."Then, "Reasonable Doubt" star La La Anthony stops by to talk about the show.
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s05e30Jessica Lange, Miles Caton2026-10-2316:00⌄
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2026-10-23 ·
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Acclaimed actress Jessica Lange stops by to talk about her recent film "Long Day's Journey into Night" and the series "American Horror Story: 13."Then, Jennifer welcomes musician and actor Miles Caton!
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s05e31Hannah Waddingham2026-10-2616:00⌄
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2026-10-26 ·
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"Ted Lasso" star Hannah Waddingham stops by!Jennifer welcomes Illinois History Teacher of the Year Carlin Smock and her family!
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s05e32Rachel Bilson, ATEEZ2026-10-2716:00⌄
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2026-10-27 ·
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Actress Rachel Bilson stops by to chat about her new film "Christmas at the Kringles."Then, K-pop boy group ATEEZ stops by for a special performance of their new single "Drip."Plus, Jennifer welcomes back viral 8-year-old Tatum Galberth!
Gospel producer and icon Kirk Franklin and Jennifer talk about his upcoming album "I Am What I Am."Jennifer welcomes Oscar-nominated actress Gabourey Sidibe to discuss the new season of "American Horror Story: 13"!Trailblazing Mexican American go-karter Pedro Cueto from Arvada, Colorado, stops by! The 11-year-old shares his incredible journey from beating a rare bone cancer and undergoing a leg amputation to becoming a history-making adaptive kart racer.
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s05e34Tisha Campbell, Terry Crews2026-10-2916:00⌄
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2026-10-29 ·
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Actress and singer Tisha Campbell chats about her new memoir "The A Word: A Mother's Journey Through Autism and Love" and her upcoming movie "One Last Shot."Then, Jennifer welcomes 9-year-old fitness influencer and boxer Adriel "Dreco" Simmons from Columbus, Georgia. Plus, Dreco does a fitness demonstration and gets surprised by Terry Crews!
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s05e35Halloween Episode!2026-10-3016:00⌄
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2026-10-30 ·
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It's the "Jennifer Hudson Show's" special Halloween episode!Jennifer welcomes back award-winning singer, actress, and Queen of Halloween Janelle Monáe.
Actress America Ferrera stops by to chat about her new animated film, "The Cat in the Hat."Then, Violet and Madeleine McGraw join Jennifer to chat about their film "Double Trouble."Plus, Jennifer welcomes 5-year-old math expert De'Jour Hall from Las Vegas, Nevada. De'Jour went viral after showing his impressive skills by solving complicated math problems.
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s05e37Cast of "The Greatest"2026-11-0317:00⌄
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2026-11-03 ·
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"The Greatest" cast members Omari Hardwick, Michael Ealy, Jaalen Best, Dana Gourrier, and Kai Parham stop by to talk about their new television series.Jennifer welcomes Brendan Hayes and Amanda Murnane from Cork, Ireland. After nearly 30 years together, three children, and countless life challenges, Brendan is bringing the love of his life, Amanda, from Ireland to Los Angeles for the wedding they never had. Then, Jennifer surprises them with a wedding!
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s05e38Kristen Bell, Jackie Tohn, John Splithoff2026-11-0417:00⌄
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2026-11-04 ·
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"Nobody Wants This" stars Kristen Bell and Jackie Tohn talk about the newest season of their show.Singer-songwriter John Splithoff catches up with Jennifer and performs his song "Raye (Stripped)."
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s05e39Shaboozey, Joey Graziadei2026-11-0517:00⌄
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2026-11-05 ·
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Grammy-winning artist Shaboozey and Jennifer talk about his album "The Outlaw Cherie Lee & Other Western Tales."TV personality and former Bachelor Joey Graziadei stops by to chat about his new film, "The Holiday Spark."
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s05e40Doja Cat, Nneka Ogwumike2026-11-0617:00⌄
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2026-11-06 ·
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Grammy-winning artist Doja Cat stops by to chat about her current tour, "Tour Ma Vie."Then, Jennifer welcomes WNBA star Nneka Ogwumike!
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s05e41Cast of "I Play Rocky," Chef Kardea Brown2026-11-0917:00⌄
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2026-11-09 ·
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Jennifer welcomes the cast of "I Play Rocky," AnnaSophia Robb, Anthony Ippolito, Jay Duplass, and Stephan James.Then, Chef Kardea Brown stops by to talk about being a resident judge on "Holiday Baking Championship."
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s05e42Goldie Hawn, Andy Lee2026-11-1017:00⌄
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2026-11-10 ·
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Award-winning actress Goldie Hawn stops by the Happy Place!Plus, comedian and author Andy Lee visits to chat about his animated series "Do Not Watch This Show."
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s05e43Zach Braff, Sarah Chalke2026-11-1117:00⌄
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2026-11-11 ·
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Jennifer chats with "Scrubs" stars Zach Braff and Sarah Chalke about their hit comedy series.Then, Jennifer welcomes Lissa Owens and her sons, Justin and Jordan, from Bowie, Maryland! After years of sacrifice and hard work as a single mom and pharmaceutical scientist, Lissa has raised two incredible young men. Don't miss Jennifer's heartwarming surprise for this deserving family!
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s05e44Kelly Rowland, William Jackson HarperNext up2026-11-1217:00⌄
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2026-11-12 ·
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Jennifer welcomes back actress and singer Kelly Rowland!Plus, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Jennifer Soung, the founder and director of clinical research at Southern California Dermatology, stops by!Then, Emmy nominee William Jackson Harper and Jennifer talk about his series "American Hostage."
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s05e45Fantasia Barrino, Joseph Zada2026-11-1317:00⌄
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Fantasia Barrino, Joseph Zada
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2026-11-13 ·
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Singer and actress Fantasia Barrino and Jennifer chat about her new film, "Tyler Perry's The Gospel of Christmas."Then, "The Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping" star Joseph Zada stops by the Happy Place!
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