The Martha Stewart Podcast

In memory of the incredible Clive Davis, I’m sharing here again our conversation from August 2022. If you don’t already know of Clive’s legend in the music industry, please tune in to learn about his extraordinary life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Peptides are suddenly a buzzword in the media and amongst certain wellness-minded circles, promising to help people sleep better, look better, lose weight, gain strength, reduce inflammation, and perhaps prevent disease. But without medical-grade testing to back up these claims, are they safe to use? Dr. Amanda Kahn runs a medical practice devoted to longevity medicine and joins Martha today to break down the costs, risks and science behind the peptides and enzymes she prescribes.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dubbed “the Queen of Glow,” Charlotte Tilbury knows more than anyone how powerful it can be when one looks and feels their best. From her early days as a makeup artist to the stars to her current ranking as a globally recognized beauty mogul, she’s prioritized giving clients and customers all the necessary tools to take on the world with confidence and grace. In today’s episode, she and Martha discuss all things beauty—from Charlotte’s innovations in the beauty industry to her go-to nighttime skincare routine. Whether you’re a makeup aficionado or a newcomer to the wonderful world of cosmetics, you won’t want to miss this conversation. Plus, stay tuned until the end for a special holiday gift from Martha and Charlotte. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Annie Leibovitz is one of the most prolific and acclaimed portrait photographers of her time. Her working relationship with Martha dates back to the time that Annie photographed Martha with a cow for the memorable “Got Milk” campaign. In this wide-ranging conversation, Martha and Annie go down memory lane and discuss some of her biggest photos from John Lennon and Yoko Ono to Barbra Streisand and Jane Goodall. Annie Leibovitz has just released the second volume of her iconic book Women,which features over 250 Portraits of contemporary women. Martha and Annie bond over their love of photography, passion for their work, and their endless drive.

Martha welcomes journalist, author and CNBC Squawk Box host Andrew Ross Sorkin to dive into his much-anticipated new book 1929. It details the real-life drama behind the most infamous economic crash in American history. Andrew brought some of his favorite juicy historical gossip to this conversation—from the scandalous letters he unearthed to the tycoon he dubbed “the Elon Musk” of the era. Andrew and Martha also revisit his first book, the smash success Too Big To Fail, to explore which lessons from the 2008 recession could help us navigate the uncertain economic landscape of today. Are we in a bubble right now? Will AI save us or destroy us? What will happen to all those soybeans? Tune in for Andrew and Martha’s takes on all that and more on this very special episode.

Do you know... hormones are essential chemical messengers that regulate various functions and processes in the human body? They influence everything from metabolism and menopause, to reproduction, mood, and weight. An endocrinologist is a doctor who focuses on hormones and the glands that produce them. Martha's guest in this podcast is Dr. Rekha Kumar - a board-certified endocrinologist who practices at the prominent Weill Cornell Medical Center in New York City. She's a leading voice in the field of obesity medicine and has brought her expertise into telehealth as a chief medical officer of Found, a resource for weight management. Martha and Dr. Kumar talk about the importance of hormonal balance and wellness, some of the most common hormone-related problems and conditions, and ways to restore hormonal stability within the body's systems. Take a listen.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Everybody wants to know – what are Martha’s secrets for keeping her skin in glowing good health? In this episode, she introduces her partner in her new skincare business, Elm Biosciences, Dr. Dhaval Bhanusali, to talk about the science behind their new products, five years in the making, as well as skincare essentials, myths and misconceptions. They are joined by Dr. Raja Sivamani and Dr Saranya Wyles, two of several hundred board-certified dermatologists who are on Elm Biosciences’ medical advisory board. You, too, can capture Martha’s signature glow!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Artist Sheila Berger joins Martha to explore how a lifelong fascination with birds has taken flight in her public art, including her enormous stainless-steel bird on New York City’s Governors Island. The longtime friends discuss Sheila’s distinctive encaustic paintings, her powerful Hand Project, and the power of public art. They trace Sheila’s journey from her modeling career to free-spirited exotic travels and an artist’s life at home at the Chelsea Hotel. It’s a rich conversation celebrating a life shaped by curiosity, creativity, and compassion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.