Off the Cupp with S.E. Cupp

This week, S.E. talks to Chris Noth, known for his memorable roles on Sex and the City and Law and Order. Chris talks about those iconic projects, but SE and Chris go deep on childhood and the loss of his father, how a boarding school in upstate New York saved him, what he's learned about mental health and men, acting regrets, and what Me Too taught him.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's Talkin' Politics, S.E. sits down with Emmy-nominated producer and writer Scott Stenholm. Scott comes with some really important insights into the role Hollywood should and shouldn't play in our lives. He's also thinking a lot about our collective, social-media-related mental-health crisis and how Hollywood — and the narrative storytelling it excels at — can help. If, that is, Hollywood can get it together.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Technically yes, S.E. is sitting down with a politician this week, and keen listeners know that Off the Cupp is S.E.'s break from all that. But Andrew Yang is an exception to the rule. He's also a dad, ice cream addict, entrepreneur, and consistent risk taker who ran for president in 2020 despite having no previous political experience. Today, Andrew is once again trying to shake up the political system with his centrist political party, Forward Party. Andrew's also thinking a lot about our tech additions and, through his new company Noble Mobil, is trying to improve our mental health when it comes to our screens. Stay tuned for a very surprising lightning round — you'll never guess which reality shows Andrew has been asked to join!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, S.E. gets to talk shop with one of the greatest writers working today, Susan Orlean. Susan Orlean is known for her long-form, immersive profiles that take readers into seemingly ordinary but absolutely extraordinary worlds, from orchid collecting, to competitive surfing, and teenage suburban life. And now, she's turning that keen eye for detail on herself. S.E. and Susan talk about the pressure and privilege of writing, the pain of writing about yourself, and the changing journalism landscape. Susan takes us down some of her craziest reporting rabbit holes and behind the scenes of Adaptation, the wild award winning movie based on her book, The Orchid Thief. And stay tuned for a very writerly lightning round. Susan's memoir, Joy Ride, is out know.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How is it that two of the biggest stories in politics today are that MAGA influencers with massive platforms are whitewashing neo-Nazis and pedophilia? Hear S.E.'s take on just how low MAGA will sink to twist reality to defend MAGA's a-moral faction (that Trump opened the door for in 2016, by the way) or help launder Jeffrey Epstein's posthumous reputation. To what end? Also, S.E. gets NewsNation anchor Leland Vittert's take on some of stories of the week. Leland Vittert's new memoir, Born Lucky: A Dedicated Father, A Grateful Son, and My Journey with Autism, is out now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rahm Emanuel has many former big titles attached to his name: President Obama's chief of staff, mayor of Chicago, ambassador to Japan. He also has a pretty hefty — potential — future title (*cough* 2028 presidential contender) attached to his name as of late. But that's not what S.E. and Rahm are here to talk about. In this episode, the two dig into Rahm's past, his family, his pivots and passions, and maybe a little bit of politics sprinkled in. The two also get to nerd out on a surprising number of parallel paths and hobbies, from ballet to fly fishing. And if you're feeling a little lost in the murky language of fly fishing, check out S.E.'s very alluring fly fishing vocab break down bonus episode. It might just make you want to wade into the hobby.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tomorrow’s episode is an interview with Rahm Emanuel, who, like S.E., happens to be very into fly fishing! The two wade into the topic during the conversation and quickly find themselves comfortably in the deep end of in-the-know fishing jargon, so consider this BONUS episode your life preserver. S.E. is joined by returning podcast champion (and husband) John Goodwin to define all the key terms you’ll hear in this week’s main podcast. It’s a short, fun conversation that is sure to reel in both land-dwelling and seafaring listeners. Take the bait!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S.E. is joined by her producers Lauren and Derrick and her husband John to discuss the most memorable coffee-related scenes in movies. Plus, our caffeinated panel considers the important question, “what is coffee?” And all the news that’s fit to sip!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If last election week ended with a bang for Democrats, this week ended in a whimper with eight Senate Democrats breaking from their party and signing a deal to end the historic government shutdown. And voters are not happy about it. Our Talkin' Politics guest today, Andrew Gillum [former Mayor of Tallahassee and co-host of Native Land Pod], helps S.E. dissect this game of chicken — who won, who lost, and what lessons can Democrats take from these past two weeks as the 2026 elections loom over the broken party. Stay tuned for S.E.'s own hot take — did Democrats even have a shot at winning this fight? And is there potential for any long-term rewards despite blowing their momentum? Make sure to check out what Andrew Gillum and his co-hosts, Angela Rye, Tiffany Cross and Bakari Sellers, have to say about all week's biggest news stories at Native Land Pod.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, S.E. goes behind the headlines, the camera, and the 5am call time with Mika Brzezinski. The co-host of MSNBC's Morning Joe and founder of the Know Your Value Initiative, Mika talks about her 'rough around the edges' upbringing with her artist mom and DC-insider dad where evenings might have mixed foreign dignitaries and the Pope with sawdust and chainsaws. She also shares her career journey, including the challenges women face in media, the importance of bringing others up, and the mental health challenges of covering the relentless trauma of the news cycle. Also stay tuned for a fun lightning round where a surprise guest shows up!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week was a big one for Democrats so S.E. sits down with Michigan Sen. Elissa Slotkin to get her takeaways from Tuesday’s elections, why Democrats need their midwestern cohort now more than ever, and what she’s really thinking about the 2028 race. Then, S.E. weighs in on this question, were these big Democratic wins actually a referendum on Trump? Well, it's complicated. Plus, listener mail!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, S.E. gets to indulge in one of her favorite shows, The West Wing, with Janel Moloney, who played Donna Moss across the series' 7 seasons. In this strange new streaming era where the past is present, Janel explains what it's like be on a 25-year-old hit show.  Janel brings us back to her early audition days, getting — and not getting — the big breaks, and how she's evolved as a writer and actor since. For more Janel, check out her Substack.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Talkin’ Politics, S.E. chats with Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) about his take on a new generation of leaders (and issues) to carry the Democratic Party into the future. Then, S.E. weighs in on some recent chatter about whether Trump will actually try to break American democracy in order to allow himself to serve a third term in office. (Believe him!) Plus, listener mail!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, S.E. sits down with Chely Wright, an award-winning country music artist, activist, and author to discuss her multifaceted career and personal journey. Before they get into the emotional and professional challenges Wright faced as a closeted gay woman in the country music industry, S.E. asks Chely her thoughts on some big news (from Beyonce to Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban) that has come out of the country music industry of late. They also talk about Chely’s trailblazing reputation, what happens behind the scenes when you take risks, and whether the industry is evolving. And stay for a very country lighting round!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Talkin’ Politics, S.E. chats with former White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre about why she left the Democratic Party, the rise of independent voters, her message to Dems, and her new book, “Independent: A Look Inside a Broken White House, Outside the Party Lines.” And later, do you hear that noise? If you’re in Washington, D.C., it’s probably the clang of construction and the end of an historic era as President Trump tears down the East Wing to make way for a 90,000 square foot ballroom. And S.E. has some thoughts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nostalgia alert! This week, S.E. gets to tap into her inner 8-year-old in an interview with Mindy Cohn. So many 80s audiences grew up with Mindy, who played Natalie on the Facts of Life, a sitcom focused on the lives of four girls — and their caretaker — at a prestigious all girls boarding school. S.E. gets to find out what the dynamic was like behind and on the set, how that early celebrity affected Mindy, and how she said goodbye to the show after a decade of work. But Mindy has thrived in a tumultuous industry since. Mindy talks about the role that really changed her life, the friendships that continue to shape her, and how she stays balanced in Hollywood. She also gives us a peek into the next season of Palm Royale, which returns January 2026, and — as two Bravo fanatics will do — dive into the Bravoverse. And stay tuned for a very 80s lightning round!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s the season two return of Talkin’ Coffee! S.E. is joined by her producers Lauren and Derrick to discuss what TV shows are most identifiable with coffee and consider whether there is any place coffee does not belong. Plus, a personal coffee-meets-technology tragedy, and all the news that’s fit to sip!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Talkin' Politics, the podcast within a podcast that gives you a weekly dose of S.E.'s piping' hot takes on the news of the week as well as interviews with political heavyweights. And this week, S.E. talks with Rahm Emanuel.  Most recently, Rahm was the U.S. ambassador to Japan, but he has also served in Congress, as mayor (of Chicago), and, once upon a time, Chief of Staff for President Obama. And rumors are swirling he's eyeing the presidency. And you know S.E. likes to have some fun, so each political interview will wrap with the Talkin' Politics version of a lightning round that we're calling, the Exit Poll. And stay tuned for S.E.'s take those leaked texts from a young Republican group chat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Season 2! What a way to start! S.E. sits down with Charlamagne tha God for a conversation about media today, his early radio days, mental health, and so much more. Charlamagne is a media mogul to the nth degree. He is making an impact and elevating Black voices in broadcast, podcasting, and publishing. He's also the reason S.E. has this podcast. S.E. and Charlamagne talk about their alter-egos, finding their way through the broadcast gauntlet and the good — and troubling — ways their industries are evolving. Charlamagne talks about how his own cry for help ended up being a barrier-breaking mental health revelation for so many of his fans. And stay tuned for a very media-savvy lightning round! Charlamagne tha God is the co-founder of the Black Effect Podcast Network, now celebrating its fifth year. He is the cohost of the nationally syndicated morning radio show, The Breakfast Club. He's the founder of Black Privilege Publishing and the co-founder of Southland Stories.  https://www.simonandschuster.com/p/blackprivilegepublishingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

S.E. Cupp is back with her thoughtful deep-dive convos about life, careers, pivots, parenting, and mental health with her famous friends and people she admires. But there's more! S.E. is also bringing back 'Talkin' Coffee' — a fun and frothy roundtable chat with her producers, Lauren and Derrick, about all things coffee. And if THAT's not enough, S.E. is adding another episode to the roster ... 'Talkin' Politics.' She's still reserving the weekly Off the Cupp episode as her break from the news — because we all need it. But if you're jonesing for her weekly hot take on the political moment, this is the place for you. You can find all of these episodes — deep dive conversations, 'Talkin' Coffee,' and 'Talkin' Politics' — right here in the Off the Cupp feed. Subscribe to get the latest delivered directly to you. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.