Radical Musings with Rosanna Arquette

Rosanna talks to spiritual leader Rabbi Mordecai Finley. In the truest meaning of the word “rabbi”, his guidance has been instrumental in helping Rosanna frame her perspective on life, marriage, motherhood and so much more. His counseling practice focuses on wisdom, virtue and managing consciousness – specializing in interpersonal relationships. Rosanna was fortunate enough to catch up with Rabbi Finley just a couple weeks before the 2020 Presidential Election – when her anxiety level was at an all-time high! This is RADICAL MUSINGS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rosanna talks to one of her personal heroes, Dr. Astrid Heger. Dr. Heger founded and is the Executive Director at the Violence Intervention Program (VIP), and a Professor of Clinical Pediatrics at the University of Southern California Medical Center. In 1984, Dr. Heger founded the Center for the Vulnerable Child for the evaluation of child abuse. Dr. Heger has built the first of its kind, “one stop shop” community Family Advocacy Center, offering medical, mental health, protective, legal and social services to over 20,000 victims of family violence and sexual assault each year. This is RADICAL MUSINGS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rosanna talks to longtime friend, actor Kate Moennig. Kate has appeared in several critically acclaimed series such as Young Americans and Ray Donovan. Most notably, Kate's turn as Shane on The L Word garnered her a loyal fan base and a steamy love scene with Rosanna! The two talk about sexuality and the importance of diversity and inclusion in Hollywood. This conversation took place during the second surge of the Covid pandemic, where they also talk about keeping sane and safe during the extended quarantine. This is RADICAL MUSINGS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rosanna talks to former child actor-turned-activist, COREY FELDMAN. Describing Corey as a former child actor doesn't do him justice. He starred in films that are now woven into the fabric of our popular culture: Stand By Me, Goonies, Gremlins and The Lost Boys are just a few. Rosanna and Corey discuss the price of growing up in Hollywood, fame at a young age and the predatory nature of people they encountered along the way. Corey now shines a light on child abusers, candidly recalling dark tales of his own journey. This is RADICAL MUSINGS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rosanna's guest is Editor-at-Large of the Daily Beast and an award-winning novelist, Molly Jong-Fast. They talk about navigating Covid quarantine and Molly's participation in the Pfizer vaccine trial. They chat politics, anxiety and channeling all of it into creativity. This is RADICAL MUSINGS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rosanna's guest this week is one of those rare multi-hyphenates whose career is built on helping others. Rosanna talks to author-screenwriter-marriage therapist-animal rescue sanctuary founder, Suzi Landolphi. Suzi Landolphi has written books and toured the country educating people on healthy, satisfying, safe sex. She’s helped veterans recover from PTSD and started Big Heart Ranch in Malibu which provides animal-assisted therapy. They talk social justice, overcoming trauma...and condoms. This is RADICAL MUSINGS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rosanna talks to former FBI Chief Inspector Frank Figliuzzi. He was appointed by then-FBI Director Robert Mueller and tasked to ensure each FBI employee met up to the Bureau’s exacting standards. This conversation was recorded just before the 2020 Presidential election. The two discuss the FBI under former President Trump, Frank's insight on national security and his book, The FBI Way: Inside the Bureau's Code of Excellence, which details his bureau experience during an unprecedented time in politics. This is RADICAL MUSINGS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rosanna talks to long-time friend Susanna Hoffs, songwriter and current singer for the legendary all-female band, The Bangles. They dig deep into their mutual love of music, relationships and life. This is one session you don't want to miss... This is RADICAL MUSINGS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode features Activist, Author and Advocate Laila Micklewait. Laila is dedicated to justice and human rights, focusing on child sex trafficking and exploitation. Sadly, this is a widespread issue with the number of victims continually increasing. Laila began the #traffickinghub movement, taking on pornography giant Porn Hub. She has also created The Justice Defense Fund. Laila is one of Rosanna's heroes, so be sure to tune in! This is RADICAL MUSINGS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Rosanna speaks to her brother DAVID ARQUETTE. They talk about his recent move out of LA, quarantine life with his two young sons and growing up Arquette. These siblings have stories to tell! This is RADICAL MUSINGS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rosanna talks to one of her heroes, Ruchira Gupta. Ruchira is a social justice activist, journalist and feminist campaigner. For decades she has been on the forefront of exposing those responsible for human trafficking and bringing them to justice. She is the founder of Apne Ap, a global organization dedicated to the eradication of human trafficking worldwide. Please note, some of the conversation covers some sensitive topics. This is RADICAL MUSINGS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rosanna speaks to brilliant satirist, Randy Rainbow. This multi-talented comedian, actor, singer and writer is best known for his popular series of musical parodies and political spoofs, which have earned him legions of fans (Rosanna being among his biggest!). This interview took place prior to the 2020 Presidential Election. The two talk Trump, trauma and kittens. This is RADICAL MUSINGS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Recorded just prior to the 2020 Presidential election, Rosanna talks to longtime friend Kathy Griffin. The comedian opens up about the fallout from her now-infamous 2017 "Trump" photo and being the center of some crazy far-right conspiracy theories. The two have a heart-to-heart about activism, integrity and so much more. This is real, raw, powerful girl talk at its finest! This is RADICAL MUSINGS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rosanna talks to long-time friends and rock 'n roll power couple Perry & Etty Farrell. Perry, of course, is the iconic front man of Janes Addiction and the creator of the now legendary Lollapalooza music festival. Etty is an incredibly accomplished singer and dancer who has toured with Jane's Addiction for years. Together they navigate parenthood, marriage and a creative partnership. Rosanna wants to know what it's like to not perform in front of a live audience for almost a year and how they've reconnected during the pandemic. She also asks how they juggle family life with the rigors of touring and performing together. This is RADICAL MUSINGS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rosanna speaks to filmmaker/documentarian Amy Ziering about the importance of giving a voice to the voiceless, being a "silence breaker" and Ziering's incredible films - including On the Record, which explores misogyny, sexism and racism within the music industry. At the time of this interview, Ziering's latest film Allen v. Farrow was still under wraps. The duo has vowed a follow up session in the aftermath of her explosive new documentary. This is RADICAL MUSINGS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mónica Ramírez was a must-have guest for Rosanna. As the daughter of two immigrant farmworkers, Mónica was inspired to become a prominent civil rights attorney - championing farmworkers, immigrant women and the Latin X community. She is an author and activist. Her "Dear Sisters" letter was published in the New York Times, sparking the Times Up movement. Have a listen as they chat about representation in the entertainment industry and the power of women supporting women. This is RADICAL MUSINGS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Rosanna catches up with long-time friend and hip hop legend Q-Tip. They cover everything from Q-Tip's early days in New York City and his meteoric rise in the music industry to finding inspiration during one of the most challenging years we've ever faced. They take a deep dive into systemic racism and social injustice, contemplating the "new" America under the Biden/Harris administration. This is RADICAL MUSINGS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rosanna talks to her good friend and mentor, Jane Fonda. Rosanna has long looked up to Jane for her activism and using her platform to raise awareness on issues ranging from social injustice to climate change. They discuss Fonda's new book What Can I Do?: My Path from Climate Despair to Action - which answers the question many have about what one can do to help change the world. This is RADICAL MUSINGS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rosanna and Ronan Farrow revisit the time both their lives intersected to bring Harvey Weinstein to justice. They discuss the often long, dark road traveled by whistle-blowers and the importance of journalistic integrity. Rosanna asks about Ronan's childhood, growing up amidst scandal and being thrust into the spotlight at a young age. The two have a compelling, thoughtful conversation you won't want to miss. This is RADICAL MUSINGS. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Filmmaker. Actor. Activist. Rosanna Arquette has led many lives, always driven by curiosity, truth and activism. She's been a lightning rod for some of the most innovative minds on the planet. Whether holding conversations with world leaders and tastemakers, inspiring pop songs, or documenting the state of affairs in Hollywood, Rosanna has always walked the walk. Now she's going to talk the talk! Join one of Hollywood's shrewdest and most outspoken advocates for female empowerment for a one-of-a-kind new podcast from Audio Up. Combining her love of music, connecting with the most creative thinkers of our time, Radical Musings with Rosanna Arquette features intimate chats and insightful interviews with today's newsmakers of politics, entertainment and social justice. Each episode finds Rosanna musing thoughtfully on themes aroused by guests across the spectrum of influence and infamy, diving deep into the defining moments of their youth, and the impact of art and music on their work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices