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Las Culturistas · May 20, 2026 · 1h 31m

"More Like Read BY Jenna" (w/ Jenna Bush Hager)

Jenna Bush Hager
Show Notes

Jenna Bush Hager joins Matt and Bowen for a wide-ranging conversation spanning her iconic SNL parody, the transition from reluctant public figure to chosen TV host, life inside 30 Rock, being roasted by her teenager, a childhood babysitting empire inspired by The Baby-Sitters Club, the cultural staying power of Paula Abdul’s “Straight Up,” and the gentle art of Botox minimalism. They also touch on historical speculation about gay presidents, peak lobster-roll season, and her advocacy for public libraries through the Read With Jenna book club.

This summary was generated from show notes and public descriptions, not from a full transcript review. Details may contain inaccuracies.

Highlights

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Being Parodied by Amy Poehler on SNL
Jenna recalls the surreal experience of being impersonated by Amy Poehler on Saturday Night Live.
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Choosing a Front-Facing Life After a Forced One
Jenna reflects on reclaiming her public identity by becoming a TV host after years of being defined by her family’s legacy.
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30 Rock as an Office Environment
Jenna gives a behind-the-scenes look at working in 30 Rockefeller Plaza, where the Today show shares a building with Saturday Night Live and a century of broadcast history.
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The Babysitters Club Real-Life Incarnation
Inspired by The Baby-Sitters Club books, a young Jenna launched her own neighborhood babysitting business, complete with schedules and client management.
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The Enduring Joy of Paula Abdul’s 'Straight Up'
Jenna and the hosts bond over their unabashed love for Paula Abdul’s 1988 hit and its iconic music video.
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Gay Presidents and Historical Rumor
The trio dives into long-standing speculation about which U.S. presidents may have been gay, with James Buchanan as the leading candidate.
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Editorial

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Getting Dragged by a 13-Year-Old
Jenna shares stories of her teenage daughter’s sharp, hilarious critiques.
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Botox Minimalism
Jenna shares her philosophy of using Botox sparingly—just enough to relax but not freeze—as a rejection of the overfilled look.
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The Optimal Lobster-Roll Window
Jenna offers a seasonal theory about the best time of year to devour a lobster roll.
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Libraries, Literacy, and Read With Jenna
Jenna emphasizes the vital role of public libraries and her book club’s mission to foster a reading community.
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References

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The Baby-Sitters Club — Ann M. Martin — Inspired Jenna to start her own neighborhood babysitting organization as a child.

Misc

✧Jenna’s 13-year-old daughter drags her without mercy, a highlight of modern parenting.
✧Unanimous delight over the production and choreography of Paula Abdul's 'Straight Up.'
✧Botox minimalism is delivered with dry, self-deprecating wit.
✧The segment on which presidents might have been gay sends the conversation into hilarious, informed speculation.
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