Shine On with Reese

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  • 2018
  • 1 Season
  • 7.5  (314)

Shine On with Reese is a feel-good talk show created by actress and producer, Reese Witherspoon. The show premiered on July 17, 2018, on Hello Sunshine, Witherspoon’s multiplatform media company that is devoted to creating and discovering content that celebrates women.

Each episode features Witherspoon in conversation with inspiring women from various fields, including entertainment, politics, business, and sports. America Ferrera, another accomplished actress, also joins Witherspoon on some of the episodes as a co-host.

Shine On with Reese offers a unique perspective as it dives into the experiences and journeys of successful women who have defied odds and achieved success in their respective industries. From Dolly Parton to Ava DuVernay, the conversations are filled with insight, humor, and warmth as the guests share their stories of struggles and triumphs.

Witherspoon’s talent of asking incisive questions helps viewers gain insight into the passions and work that drive various women in different fields. She also shares her own personal stories with guests, thereby creating an intimate connection that elevates the show beyond a typical talk show.

The show’s guests are an impressive lineup that include established and up-and-coming trailblazers in multiple fields. The show features interviews with guests such as Dolly Parton, Yara Shahidi, Simone Manuel, and Cleo Wade, among others.

One of the unique aspects of Shine On with Reese is that it transcends the typical talk show conventions. The guests’ stories are not just limited to their professional achievements but focus on the struggles and challenges they have overcome in their personal lives.

For instance, in one episode, Witherspoon and Ferrera talk to Glennon Doyle, an author, and speaker about her journey of becoming a mother, her struggles with addiction, and her marriage, and how these experiences influenced her writing. In another episode, they talk to Elaine Welteroth, a former editor-in-chief of Teen Vogue, about her experience of climbing the ranks in the fashion industry as a woman of color and her views on feminism.

The show’s production is also visually stunning. Each episode begins with a beautifully curated montage of the guest’s work and the story of their journey playing over a rendition of ‘Shine On’ by Pat Benatar. The episodes are filmed in various locations such as Dolly Parton’s hometown in Tennessee and Yara Shahidi’s school in Los Angeles.

The show has received positive reviews from viewers and critics for its uplifting and entertaining format. The conversations are insightful, engaging, and often funny. Witherspoon’s depth of knowledge and personal admission on the topics being discussed make the conversations more relatable and heartfelt.

In conclusion, Shine On with Reese is an entertaining and insightful talk show that celebrates women from diverse backgrounds who have defied odds and achieved success. With a combination of visual storytelling and engaging conversations, the show offers viewers an intimate look into the lives, passions, and work that drives successful women.

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Simone Askew
9. Simone Askew
August 28, 2018
At West Point Military Academy, First Captain Simone Askew explains what it means to be the first African-American woman to hold the position.
Kacey Musgraves
8. Kacey Musgraves
August 21, 2018
In Nashville, Reese and singer-songwriter Kacey Musgraves discuss pushing boundaries and what it's like to be a woman in country music today.
America Ferrera
7. America Ferrera
August 14, 2018
Actor and producer America Ferrera swaps college stories with Reese, talks about Time's Up and reveals her motivation to become an activist.
Glennon Doyle, Abby Wambach
6. Glennon Doyle, Abby Wambach
August 14, 2018
Author and activist Glennon Doyle and her wife, two-time Olympic gold medalist Abby Wambach, celebrate overcoming challenges and living truthfully.
Sara Blakely, Candace Nelson
5. Sara Blakely, Candace Nelson
July 31, 2018
After getting down to business with SPANX founder Sara Blakely, Reese tosses dough with pastry chef and Sprinkles Cupcakes owner Candace Nelson.
Cleo Wade, Elaine Welteroth
4. Cleo Wade, Elaine Welteroth
July 24, 2018
Journalist and author Elaine Welteroth and poet Cleo Wade reflect on their inspirations and the importance of uplifting the next generation of women.
P!nk
3. P!nk
July 17, 2018
Reese hangs out with P!nk at the Grammy-winning pop star's home in Venice Beach, where they ponder the rigors of her career, motherhood and empowerment.
Ava DuVernay
2. Ava DuVernay
July 17, 2018
On set with Ava DuVernay, Reese learns how the filmmaker's devotion to inclusivity is helping to change Hollywood.
Dolly Parton
1. Dolly Parton
July 17, 2018
Chatting with Dolly Parton, Reese gets the backstory on the country music legend's journey to stardom. Bonus: a raid on Dolly's spangle-filled closet.
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  • Premiere Date
    July 17, 2018
  • IMDB Rating
    7.5  (314)