Ep 146. Ali Wong, Dr. Mehmet Oz
- October 23, 2019
In this episode of The Ellen DeGeneres Show, host Ellen DeGeneres welcomes two special guests to her stage. First up is comedian Ali Wong, whose latest stand-up special has been a huge hit on Netflix. Wong and DeGeneres chat about motherhood (both have young children), and Wong dishes on some of the struggles of balancing work and family life. She also shares a hilarious story about a recent trip to a museum with her kids.
Next, Ellen welcomes a guest who is a familiar face to her show's viewers: Dr. Mehmet Oz. The renowned cardiologist and TV personality has been a regular guest on The Ellen DeGeneres Show for many years, and he and Ellen have a warm rapport. They begin by discussing the immune system and the importance of boosting it during cold and flu season. Dr. Oz shares some simple tips for staying healthy, like drinking plenty of fluids and eating lots of fruits and vegetables.
Ellen and Dr. Oz also address a more serious topic: the opioid epidemic. Dr. Oz talks about the dangers of prescription painkillers and the need for alternative pain management strategies. He shares some examples of non-narcotic pain medications and therapies that can be effective for managing chronic pain. Dr. Oz also stresses the importance of proper disposal of unused prescription drugs to prevent them from falling into the wrong hands.
Throughout the episode, Ellen engages her guests in her trademark playful banter and light-hearted humor. She also takes time to connect with her studio audience, handing out prizes and soliciting questions and comments from some of the lucky attendees. As always, she keeps the energy high and the mood upbeat, making for a fun and entertaining hour of television.
