Oprah's Super Soul Super Soul Special: Reese Witherspoon and Mindy Kaling: Brave New Worlds
Oct 22, 2025
In a captivating discussion, Reese Witherspoon, an Academy-nominated actress and producer, and Mindy Kaling, a talented actress and writer, delve into the themes of ambition and representation while promoting their roles in A Wrinkle in Time. They explore the cultural biases against ambitious women and highlight the importance of storytelling that reflects diverse voices. Mindy shares her personal journey through loss and the impact of her mother's presence, while both women emphasize the significance of learning to say no in a demanding world.
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Own Your Ambition
- Reclaim ambition and celebrate effort rather than hiding it to seem 'likable.'
- Talk openly about achievements and let ambition drive community and institutional change.
Levitating With Joy At The Emmys
- Reese cried and felt complete joy when Laura Dern won at the Emmys.
- Her reaction became a viral meme of her seemingly levitating from joy.
Awards Create Career Momentum
- Award recognition shifted industry perception and accelerated business opportunities.
- Reese's company sold multiple female-centered shows after Emmy momentum.
