4D with Demi Lovato
- LGBTQIA+ rights
- LGBT culture
- Body positivity
- Mental health
- Talk show
- Interview podcast
November 17, 2021 (2021-11-17)
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- Cadence13
- OBB Media
- SB Projects
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4D with Demi Lovato is a podcast hosted by American singer Demi Lovato. Its first episode was released on May 19, 2021; new episodes are released weekly each Wednesday, along with the accompanying video versions on Lovato's YouTube channel.[1] In each episode, Lovato interviews special guests focusing on topics including mental health, LGBTQIA+ rights, equity and justice, body positivity, art, environment, and activism.[2]
In its first episode, Lovato publicly came out as non-binary and announced her decision to change her gender pronouns to they/them, before talking about gender identity and non-binary community with author and performer Alok Vaid-Menon.[3]
Background
On March 30, 2021, Lovato announced via Twitter that she would release a podcast in partnership with Cadence13, OBB Media, and SB Projects.[4] The podcast trailer was released on May 12, 2021, stating she would "share what's on her heart".[5]
Episodes
Episodes are released weekly, on Wednesdays. As of November 19, 2021[update], the podcast has aired 23 episodes.[6]
No. | Title | Length | Original air date | |
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1 | "Alok Vaid-Menon" | 36:21 | May 19, 2021 (2021-05-19) | |
Lovato delved into her journey to coming out as non-binary with author and performer Alok Vaid-Menon, explaining how Vaid-Menon and musician Sam Smith helped her to heal.[7] | ||||
2 | "Glennon Doyle" | 41:08 | May 26, 2021 (2021-05-26) | |
Lovato discussed coming out, addiction, and the concept of happiness with author Glennon Doyle. She reflected on gender performance, her individual journeys toward recovery, and shared an intimate internal monologue she once told herself, that she would never be truly happy.[8] | ||||
3 | "Drew Barrymore" | 37:33 | June 2, 2021 (2021-06-02) | |
Actor Drew Barrymore opened up about her experience as a child star in Hollywood and the two shared about rehabilitation experiences and addiction.[9] | ||||
4 | "Patricio Manuel" | 38:41 | June 9, 2021 (2021-06-09) | |
Lovato and professional transgender boxer Patricio Manuel shared their journeys of finding their identities and to live out their truth everyday.[10] | ||||
5 | "Jane Fonda" | 39:50 | June 16, 2021 (2021-06-16) | |
Lovato shared her coming out journey with actor Jane Fonda, the two talked about patriarchy and the critical fight for global climate.[11] | ||||
6 | "Jameela Jamil" | 47:55 | June 23, 2021 (2021-06-23) | |
Lovato chatted with actor and advocate Jameela Jamil about taking back ownership of own bodies, eating disorders, mental health issues and addiction.[12] | ||||
7 | "Chelsea Handler" | 36:48 | June 30, 2021 (2021-06-30) | |
Lovato talked with comedian Chelsea Handler about therapy, body image, being topless, and building empathy.[13] | ||||
8 | "JoJo" | 40:45 | July 7, 2021 (2021-07-07) | |
Singer JoJo spoke with Lovato about her comeback story, body image, and the pressure to look a certain way as an artist.[14] | ||||
9 | "JoJo Siwa" | 43:16 | July 14, 2021 (2021-07-14) | |
10 | "Chaz Bono" | 26:16 | July 21, 2021 (2021-07-21) | |
Actor Chaz Bono talked with Lovato about his journey toward sobriety, gender transition, and fascination with cults.[16] | ||||
11 | "Dr. Steven Greer" | 36:10 | July 28, 2021 (2021-07-28) | |
Lovato brought ufologist Steven M. Greer to dive deep into their mutual fascination with extraterrestrial life.[17] | ||||
12 | "Sadhguru" | 43:27 | August 4, 2021 (2021-08-04) | |
Lovato discussed about cultivating joy, protecting the planet, and motorcycles with yogi and visionary Jaggi Vasudev.[18] | ||||
13 | "Michael Pollan" | 44:51 | August 11, 2021 (2021-08-11) | |
14 | "Bretman Rock" | 40:28 | August 18, 2021 (2021-08-18) | |
Lovato discussed with beauty influencer Bretman Rock about spirituality, non-binary identity and her grandmother's influence.[20] | ||||
15 | "Emily Hampshire" | 53:23 | September 1, 2021 (2021-09-01) | |
Lovato and actor Emily Hampshire talked about eating disorder, sexuality, and their first meeting.[21] | ||||
16 | "Jordan Firstman" | 45:49 | September 8, 2021 (2021-09-08) | |
Lovato had a "hilarious", "soulful" and "meta" conversation with writer and filmmaker Jordan Firstman.[22] | ||||
17 | "Hailey Bieber" | 39:16 | September 17, 2021 (2021-09-17) | |
Lovato and model Hailey Bieber recounted their memory from the Met Gala, talked about business venture and Bieber addressed rumors surrounding relationship with husband Justin Bieber.[23] | ||||
18 | "Justin Baldoni" | 47:58 | September 22, 2021 (2021-09-22) | |
Lovato discussed about masculinity and femininity, trauma response, and the Baháʼí Faith with author Justin Baldoni.[24] | ||||
19 | "Jonathan Van Ness" | 33:39 | September 29, 2021 (2021-09-29) | |
Lovato chatted with hairdresser and television personality Jonathan Van Ness about spirit and wisdom to Queer Eye, childhood experiences, and LGBTQIA+ rights.[25] | ||||
20 | "Jay Shetty" | 40:54 | October 6, 2021 (2021-10-06) | |
Lovato and life coach Jay Shetty discussed about finding purpose, self-love and expanding circle of relationships.[26] | ||||
21 | "Ricardo Gonzalez" | 25:57 | October 13, 2021 (2021-10-13) | |
Lovato talked about extraterrestrial life, illusions and the importance of living fully with author and researcher Ricardo Gonzalez.[27] | ||||
22 | "Shan Boodram" | 34:28 | November 8, 2021 (2021-11-08) | |
Lovato and intimacy educator Shan Boodram talked about intimacy and tried to break down the stigma around pleasure, whilst Lovato launched a vibrator, the Demi Wand, with Bellesa.[28] | ||||
23 | "Congresswoman Cori Bush" | 34:03 | November 17, 2021 (2021-11-17) | |
Lovato and US Congresswoman Cori Bush discussed how Bush's life experiences shaped her career as an activist and politician.[29] |
References
- ^ Blistein, Jon (May 12, 2021). "Demi Lovato to Launch New Podcast '4D'". Rolling Stone. Retrieved October 29, 2021.
- ^ Carras, Christi (May 19, 2021). "Demi Lovato comes forward as nonbinary in new podcast: 'I was ignoring my truth'". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved October 29, 2021.
- ^ Gajewski, Ryan (May 19, 2021). "Demi Lovato Comes Out as Non-Binary and Changes Pronouns to They/Them". E! Online. Retrieved October 29, 2021.
- ^ Armstrong, Megan (March 30, 2021). "Demi Lovato launching her own podcast". Yardbarker. Retrieved October 29, 2021.
- ^ Mamo, Heran (May 12, 2021). "Demi Lovato Will Take Fans Into a New Dimension With '4D' Podcast". Billboard. Retrieved October 29, 2021.
- ^ "4D with Demi Lovato on Apple Podcasts". Apple Podcasts. Retrieved October 29, 2021.
- ^ Hoffmann, Lily (May 20, 2021). "Demi Lovato announces they are non-binary, explains how Sam Smith and Alok Vaid Menon helped them heal". Perth Now. Retrieved October 29, 2021.
- ^ Harmon, Molly (May 26, 2021). "Demi Lovato Thought Happiness 'Wasn't In The Cards' For Them". TheThings. Retrieved October 29, 2021.
- ^ Brar, Faith (June 2, 2021). "Drew Barrymore Says She 'Wouldn't Change a Thing' About Her Past — Even Her Addiction Struggles". Shape. Retrieved October 29, 2021.
- ^ de Luca-Tao, Amber (June 10, 2021). "Demi Lovato thought not being 'super sexy' would hurt their career". Don't Bore Us. Archived from the original on October 29, 2021. Retrieved October 29, 2021.
- ^ Rude, Mey (June 16, 2021). "Jane Fonda Tears Up Hearing Demi Lovato Explain How They Came Out". Out. Retrieved October 29, 2021.
- ^ Justich, Kerry (June 24, 2021). "Jameela Jamil doesn't have a full-length mirror in her house: 'I'm trying to take back ownership of my body'". Yahoo!. Retrieved October 29, 2021.
- ^ "Chelsea Handler on 4D with Demi Lovato". Spotify. June 30, 2021. Retrieved October 29, 2021.
- ^ O'Rourke, Jill (July 9, 2021). "JoJo Tells Demi Lovato That 'The Masked Singer' Boosted Her Confidence". Talent Recap. Retrieved October 29, 2021.
- ^ "JoJo Siwa Talks to Demi Lovato About Her Girlfriend, 'Gay Awakening' After Watching Jenna Dewan". People. July 14, 2021. Retrieved October 29, 2021.
- ^ Artavia, David (July 22, 2021). "Chaz Bono says Al-Anon gave him the confidence to transition: 'I was ready to finally take care of myself'". Yahoo!. Retrieved October 29, 2021.
- ^ Corday, Karen (August 27, 2021). "The Truth About Demi Lovato's Fascination with UFOs". Grunge. Retrieved October 29, 2021.
- ^ "Sadhguru and singer Demi Lovato talk aliens, motorcycles and work, watch". The Indian Express. August 5, 2021. Retrieved October 29, 2021.
- ^ "Michael Pollan on 4D with Demi Lovato". Spotify. June 30, 2021. Retrieved October 29, 2021.
- ^ "Demi Lovato reveals secret about non-binary identity". Geo TV. August 20, 2021. Retrieved October 29, 2021.
- ^ Melas, Chloe (September 2, 2021). "'Schitt's Creek' star Emily Hampshire shares her Demi Lovato meet cute". CNN. Retrieved October 29, 2021.
- ^ "Jordan Firstman on 4D with Demi Lovato". Spotify. September 9, 2021. Retrieved October 29, 2021.
- ^ Gariano, Francesca (September 19, 2021). "Hailey Bieber shuts down rumors Justin Bieber 'mistreats' her: 'So far from the truth'". Today.com. Retrieved October 29, 2021.
- ^ "Justin Baldoni on 4D with Demi Lovato". Spotify. September 22, 2021. Retrieved October 29, 2021.
- ^ Vogel, Kaitlin (October 20, 2021). "Jonathan Van Ness Shares All the Practices He Uses to Stay Mentally Well, and We're Definitely Stealing Them". Parade. Retrieved October 29, 2021.
- ^ "Jay Shetty on 4D with Demi Lovato". Spotify. October 6, 2021. Retrieved October 29, 2021.
- ^ "Ricardo Gonzalez on 4D with Demi Lovato". Spotify. October 13, 2021. Retrieved October 29, 2021.
- ^ "Shan Boodram on 4D with Demi Lovato". Spotify. November 8, 2021. Retrieved November 8, 2021.
- ^ "Congresswoman Cori Bush on 4D with Demi Lovato". Spotify. November 17, 2021. Retrieved November 19, 2021.
External links
- Official website