How Wiser than me was born
It was born out of a sort of a desire that I had. I had watched the Jane Fonda documentary on HBO, and I was really quite struck by the enormity and the scope of Jane Fonda's life. And I thought, we're not hearing enough from older women. Why are we not documenting these older women who have had so much life experience? And I sort of thought about that a lot and I thought, I want to talk to older women and get their wisdom, get their sort of tips from the frontlines of life. And so this idea was born, and that's exactly what I'm doing. I'm talking to older women. And the conversation is really through the lens of, "Tell us what you know, please." I'm finding it very inspiring, myself. I'm enjoying it.
Julia Said in Fresh Air on May 23.Â
About Julia Louis Dreyfus
Julia Louis-Dreyfus, America's comedic gem, has made us laugh out loud since her days on Saturday Night Live. She shot to fame as the sassy Elaine Benes on Seinfeld and won our hearts as the charmingly dysfunctional Christine in The New Adventures of Old Christine. Her biting wit as Selina Meyer in Veep set new standards for social satire. With a record number of Primetime Emmy and Screen Actors Guild Awards, she's the queen of TV humor.She's also a regular on the big screen and has lent her versatile voice to animated favorites like A Bug's Life and Onward. Stepping into the world of superheroes, she's even part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
With a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and an induction into the Television Academy Hall of Fame, she's a force to be reckoned with. And she's still making us laugh in her latest flick, You Hurt My Feelings.
Julia Louis-Dreyfus is, no doubt, a true legend.
This podcast is an unexpected delight. Julia’s interviewing style is compelling, and she knows how to engage her guests with intelligent questions. The knowledge shared by these inspiring women is precious. Wiser than me is a genuine treasure!
I love this exploration into the lives of influential women. A perfect mix of humor and touching personal narratives.
This is not just a podcast… It’s a treasure of life advice. Each episode feels like a masterclass on living a meaningful life!!!! And the teachers are the top in the world. THANK YOU Julia!
A treasure of wisdom! This podcast is like having a coffee date with Legends. Julia is the best when talking casual, yet meaningful, with top top TOP guests! I can’t believe we have the luxury to listen to these deep interviews with women of that weight. This show should become a classic to come back over and over again.
Every time I tune into Wiser Than Me, it’s like grabbing a cup of coffee with some absolute goddesses of wisdom! 😂 Julia’s chemistry with legends like Jane Fonda and Fran Lebowitz? Pure enchantment! 💫 This podcast is like a funny wisdom buffet, slinging life lessons right and left. It’s like Julia Louis-Dreyfus launched it right outta the stratosphere!