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Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus · June 11, 2025 · 1h 17m

Listen Again: Julia Gets Wise with Isabel Allende

Isabel Allende
Show Notes

Julia Louis-Dreyfus sits down with award-winning author Isabel Allende to discuss her latest novel, the concept of 'organic justice,' the lost art of letter writing, her experiments with blueberry weed edibles, and the surprising wisdom gained from motherhood and otherworldly signs.

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The Philosophy of Organic Justice
Isabel Allende explains her personal concept of 'organic justice' and how it informs her worldview and storytelling.
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The Lost Art of Letter Writing
Allende reflects on the depth and intimacy of handwritten letters, which she sees as a vanishing form of human connection.
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Blueberry Weed Edibles and Later-Life Experimentation
Allende humorously shares her adventures in making homemade cannabis-infused blueberry edibles, prompting a light-hearted exchange with Louis-Dreyfus.
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Honest Reflections on Postpartum Experience
Both women compare notes on the physical and emotional realities of the postpartum period, finding common ground in their struggles.
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Visits from the Other Side
Allende opens up about a personal experience she interprets as a visitation from beyond, weaving in themes of grief and the afterlife.
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References

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My Name is Emilia del Valle — Isabel Allende (2025) — Allende's newest book, the occasion for the episode's re-airing.
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