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Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus · December 18, 2024 · 1h 8m

Julia Gets Wise with Nancy Pelosi

Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Nancy Pelosi
Show Notes

In the Season 3 finale of Wiser Than Me, Julia Louis-Dreyfus interviews 84-year-old House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi. Pelosi reflects on the power of public sentiment in politics, the roots of today's political vitriol, and the influence of her pioneering mother. She also shares her love for the Grateful Dead and fields Julia's offer to help with an SNL audition. Julia's mother Judith adds her perspective on how Pelosi inspires future generations, including Julia's daughter Fia.

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Highlights

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The Power of Public Sentiment
Pelosi emphasizes that public sentiment is a formidable force in shaping policy and steering political outcomes.
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Roots of Political Vitriol
Pelosi examines the origins of the current intensely divisive political climate.
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Her Mother’s Pioneering Influence
Pelosi credits her own political drive to her mother, a trailblazing activist and organizer.
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Inspiring the Next Generation
Julia’s mother Judith notes how Pelosi’s life demonstrates that age and gender are no barriers to leadership, inspiring young women like Julia’s daughter Fia.
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Misc

✧Nancy Pelosi reveals her love for the Grateful Dead, surprising Julia.
✧Julia offers to help Pelosi with a Saturday Night Live audition.
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