Call Her Daddy

This episode explores fearful-disorganized attachment, characterized by simultaneous high anxiety and high avoidance stemming from chaotic, unpredictable childhoods where caregivers were sources of both love and fear. The host explains how this attachment style creates painful relationship cycles of pursuing intimacy then fleeing it, and discusses the difficulty of breaking trauma bonds with toxic partners.

Taye Lautner joins Alex Cooper to discuss her pregnancy journey, covering first trimester challenges including severe nausea and body image struggles, the emotional and physical toll of pregnancy, her relationship with Taylor, and their parenting aspirations. Both women emphasize the importance of honest conversation about pregnancy's difficulties alongside gratitude for the experience.

This episode of Call Her Daddy explores avoidant attachment style, examining its origins in childhood emotional neglect or enmeshment, how it manifests in adult relationships through deactivating strategies, and the destructive anxious-avoidant dating cycle. The host provides practical healing steps for avoidant individuals and guidance for couples caught in this dynamic.

Harry Jowsey discusses his Netflix show 'Let's Marry Harry' where he got engaged to 20 women simultaneously before choosing one to marry. He reflects on his emotional journey, grief over his father's death, and how the experience forced him to confront his patterns of toxic relationships and emotional avoidance.

Sisters Devon and Sydney Carlson discuss their journey founding Wildflower Cases after Miley Cyrus's encouragement, their close sisterhood despite a rough period during Devon's toxic relationship, and their contrasting dating styles and personalities.

In a candid conversation on 'Call Her Daddy,' Paris Jackson reflects on her life experiences, including her upbringing as the daughter of Michael Jackson, her struggles with addiction, and her journey towards self-discovery and understanding relationships. She discusses her new music, the importance of boundaries, and her ongoing commitment to personal growth.

The episode focuses on anxious attachment styles, exploring their roots in childhood experiences and their impact on adult relationships. The host discusses how these attachment styles manifest in behaviors and thoughts, and provides insights on recognizing and addressing anxious attachment.

Janelle Monáe discusses her new album 'The Age of Pleasure' as a lifestyle soundtrack created with friends, sharing how healing from childhood trauma related to her father's addiction shaped her journey toward self-love, authenticity, and embracing her sexuality, polyamory, and non-binary identity.

Nara Smith discusses her rise to social media fame, addresses misconceptions about being labeled a 'tradwife,' and opens up about her daughter Whimsy's cancer diagnosis, treatment, and remission. She also discusses her new cookbook 'Homemade,' her marriage to Lucky, motherhood, and postpartum mental health challenges.

Alex Cooper discusses why "right person, wrong time" is a harmful myth that prevents people from moving on, arguing that if someone truly loves you, timing becomes irrelevant and they will make it work. She then answers listener questions about destination wedding etiquette, bridesmaid invitations, seeking validation from friends, and relationship dynamics.

Paul Wesley discusses his journey from Polish immigrant roots to becoming a major TV star, his complex friendship with Ian Somerhalder, the launch of Brothers Bond bourbon, and his current work on Star Trek: Strange New Worlds and the new show 'You Deserve to Know' with Nina Dobrev.

Alex discusses self-sabotage as a psychological defense mechanism that masquerades as intuition, exploring how people unconsciously undermine their own happiness, relationships, and careers. She emphasizes that building tolerance for peace and taking accountability are essential to breaking cycles of self-sabotage and reclaiming control over one's life.

Kenzie, a Love Island Season 6 contestant, discusses her experience on the show with host Alex Cooper, including her journey from nursing school to becoming a viral reality TV sensation. She addresses the multiple love triangles she navigated with Corbin, Caleb, and Dylan, the criticism she faced for exploring multiple connections, and clarifies misconceptions about her behavior and intentions throughout the season.

Maria Georgas discusses her Bachelor season experience, including the manufactured drama with other contestants, her decision to decline the Bachelorette offer, and her past relationship involving infidelity where she ultimately befriended the other woman involved. She reflects on her growth regarding vulnerability, walls, and her approach to future dating.

Emmy Rossum discusses her career trajectory from child opera singer to Shameless star, her fight for pay equity in Hollywood, her journey to motherhood through IVF, and her new production company's show 'Furious.' She shares personal stories about her single mother's influence, past relationships, and how she found stability with her current husband.

Riley Keough discusses her book 'From Here to the Great Unknown,' which she completed after her mother Lisa Marie Presley's death, exploring themes of grief, addiction, family dynamics, and growing up as Elvis's granddaughter. She reflects on her unconventional upbringing, her mother's relationships including Michael Jackson, processing family trauma, and her work as a certified death doula.

Chloe Bailey discusses her journey from YouTube sensation to solo artist, addressing how she tied her self-worth to career success and public perception, while navigating sisterhood with Halle, relationship red flags, and finding fulfillment beyond achievement metrics.

Olympic gymnast Aly Raisman discusses turning 30, being single, and her experience with trauma and recovery. She opens up about the physical and mental toll of elite gymnastics, her struggles with body image and medical trauma, and her evolving perspective on dating and relationships.

Katie Couric discusses her groundbreaking career as the first woman to solo anchor the evening news, sharing experiences of sexism and discrimination she overcame, while also addressing her personal struggles including her first husband's death from cancer and her own breast cancer diagnosis. She explains her advocacy work in women's health equity and the medical research disparities that have left women vastly understudied and underserved.

Alex Cooper discusses the cultural myth of effortlessness and why trying hard has become embarrassing in modern society, particularly on social media. She argues that authenticity, vulnerability, and acknowledging effort are actually more attractive and valuable than the curated 'cool girl' aesthetic of making everything look easy.