Ep 38. Andra Day!

Andra Day, the talented American singer, songwriter, and actress, graces The Wendy Williams Show for the 38th episode of the 14th season. Wendy Williams, the queen of daytime talk shows, is ready to tap into Andra's life, career, and anything else that's on her mind.

As the cameras start rolling, Wendy warmly welcomes Andra to the show. The audience feels the energy surging through the studio as Andra's song, "Rise Up," fills the air. But, before Wendy can dive into Andra's life, she can't miss the opportunity to ask Andra about performing for the Oscars.

Andra shares her experience of performing "Tigress & Tweed" from "The United States vs. Billie Holiday" at the 93rd Academy Awards. She was nominated for Best Actress for her portrayal of Billie Holiday and worked tirelessly to bring her story to life. Wendy praises Andra's incredible performance and the passion with which she has approached her craft.

Wendy's next question is about Andra's latest album, "Cheer to the Noise." Andra reveals that it's daring, different, and has twin the number of tracks as her debut album, "Cheers to the Fall." She describes the music industry as a competitive space that's constantly making it challenging for artists to stay relevant. However, Andra has managed to keep the audiences intrigued by her music with the sheer hard work and dedication she put in.

As the conversation proceeds, Wendy and Andra talk about their experiences with anxiety and other mental health problems. Andra shares her personal account of how her anxiety pushed her to find ways to be more active, centered, and grounded. Wendy chimes in too about the highs and lows of her career and how therapy helps her feel supported.

Wendy also quizzes Andra about her workouts. Andra reveals her low-tech approach to maintaining her physique, from daily stretching, 50-100 reps of sit-ups and squats to improve her endurance and strength.

Wendy doesn't want to waste another minute before playing "20 Photos in 20 Seconds," in which Andra talks about her love for the glam lifestyle, her iconic vocal posture, and even her experience meeting Prince before his death. Wendy discloses that her fascination with Prince and his aesthetic, and how she tries to incorporate it into her life, keeps her vision strong and inspired.

Andra goes onto performing her hit song, "Rise Up." Her soulful and powerful voice echoes throughout the studio, setting an empowering tone for the remainder of the episode.

As the segment ends, Wendy thanks Andra for spending time with her. We all get to see why the queen of daytime television has been so successful and why guests love the show. It's the perfect recipe of authenticity, entertainment, and energy that make viewers come back episode after episode.