Andra Day Told Oprah Portraying Billie Holiday Was a "Life-Altering" Experience
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Oprah's new series Super Soul—a followup to her hit program Super Soul Sunday—will air exclusively on Discovery+, a new streaming platform that launched on January 7, 2020.
Super Soul's 2021 lineup includes guests Priyanka Chopra and Sharon Stone.
Here's everything you need to know, plus how to watch—and listen—to Super Soul on Discovery+.
We can't predict what, exactly, 2021 will entail. But with Oprah launching a brand-new TV version of Super Soul, things are starting to look better.
As a follow-up to her Emmy Award-winning TV show Super Soul Sunday, Oprah's new series has dropped the "Sunday" and will consist of in-depth conversations with thought leaders and public figures who'll provide inspiration to Oprah—and to us. As with Super Soul Sunday, audio versions of Super Soul interviews will air on the podcast Super Soul Conversations a week after the premiere.
“As OWN celebrates our 10th anniversary on-air, I continue to find personal inspiration from these in-depth conversations. My hope is that these interviews allow space for intriguing self-reflection as viewers awaken to their best selves and discover a deeper connection to the world around them,” said Oprah of the new series.
Guests for the 2021 slate include an array of entertainers and authors—many of whom have also written memoirs coming out this year. Super Soul will bring us wisdom from names like Andra Day, star of The United States vs. Billie Holiday, Priyanka Chopra Jonas (Unfinished), Sharon Stone (The Beauty of Living Twice), and The Good Wife's Julianna Margulies (Sunshine Girl).
"The portrayal of Billie Holiday was so life-changing. She pushed me a lot further and a lot faster than I think I would've gone. I'm busier. I didn't sleep much before but I sleep less now.
Here's what you need to know about the show—including the lineup.
How can I watch Super Soul?
Super Soul will stream exclusively on Discovery+, a new streaming service that launched on January 7. Super Soul is one of more than 50 exclusive original titles that will be available during the platform's first month. “There has never been a more important time to inspire the world with Oprah’s singular voice than right now," said David Zaslav, President and CEO of Discovery, Inc.
Following a seven-day free trial, Discovery+ will start at $4.99 per month for the ad-supported version, and an ad-free version is available for $6.99 a month. In addition to original shows like Super Soul, the platform will offer 55,000 episodes of Discovery Channel, Food Network, TLC, HGTV, OWN, Magnolia Network, and Animal Planet shows. In other words, you can watch everything from soul-nourishing conversations with Oprah to 90 Day Fiancée all in once place.
Here's the official Super Soul episode lineup.
The first batch of Super Soul episodes spotlights interior designers, historians, and entertainers. Read on for what to expect from each of the seven episodes.
Andra Day: United States vs. Billie Holiday
Air date: Saturday, March 6 on Discovery+, with OWN Spotlight: Andra Day premiering on Saturday, March 6 at 10 p.m. on OWN.
Podcast date: March 10
Official preview: "Oprah talks to singer-songwriter Andra Day about her first acting role as Billie Holiday in Lee Daniel’s The United States Vs. Billie Holiday. They discuss how Andra transformed her voice, her body and her entire essence to play the legendary singer." In the interview, Day explains how portraying the singer was a "life altering" experience for her.
Chip and Joanna Gaines: Magnolia
Air date: Saturday, March 13 on Discovery+
Podcast date: March 17
Official preview: "America’s favorite home design couple, Chip and Joanna Gaines, sit down with Oprah to talk about the launch of The Magnolia Network on Discovery+. The couple discusses their marriage, life on the farm and raising five children."
Priyanka Chopra Jonas: Unfinished
Air date: Saturday, March 20 on Discovery+
Podcast date: March 24
Official preview: "Actress, writer and humanitarian Priyanka Chopra Jonas is one of the most recognizable faces in the world. She discusses her journey of self-discovery, her marriage to Nick Jonas and her New York Times bestselling memoir, Unfinished."
Sharon Stone: The Beauty of Living Twice
Air date: Saturday, March 27 on Discovery+
Podcast date: March 31
Official preview: "World-renowned actress and activist Sharon Stone reveals for the first time the trauma and abuse she suffered as a child. She discusses her near-death experience and recovery after suffering a near fatal stroke. She joins Oprah in her flower garden to talk about her revealing new memoir, The Beauty of Living Twice."
Jon Meacham: The Soul of America
Air date: Saturday, April 17 on Discovery+
Podcast date: April 21
Official preview: "Oprah is joined by Pulitzer-Prize winning author and historian Jon Meacham to discuss his book, The Soul of America. By examining America’s past, Meacham offers insights into our current political climate and provides a hopeful outlook for the future."
Dr. Bruce Perry: What Happened To You
Air date: Saturday, April 24 on Discovery+
Podcast date: April 28
Official preview: "Oprah and Dr. Bruce Perry discuss their new book What Happened to You?: Conversations on Trauma, Resilience, and Healing. Dr. Perry explains how childhood trauma impacts our adult lives, health and behavior. He also offers a path toward healing."
Julianna Margulies: Sunshine Girl
Air date: Saturday, May 1 on Discovery+
Podcast date: May 5
Official preview: "Award-winning actress Julianna Margulies joins Oprah to discuss her new memoir, Sunshine Girl: An Unexpected Life. She shares candid reflections on her unconventional childhood, her marriage and the most memorable moments from her career."
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