Brandi Carlile

Mentioned in 6 analyzed podcast episodes across 5 shows

A Grammy and Emmy-winning singer-songwriter known for exploring spiritual and social themes in her work and community organizing. She's recognized for raising awareness about LGBTQ+ faith perspectives and social justice causes, including organizing benefit concerts for families impacted by ICE operations. She also founded and curates Girls Just Want a Weekend in Mexico, a festival designed to create intentional community spaces.

Appears On

Good Hang with Amy Poehler All There Is with Anderson Cooper Handsome Deadline: White House We Can Do Hard Things

Episode Appearances

Good Hang with Amy Poehler · Mar 31, 2026

Brandi Carlile

“Main guest discussing her album 'Returning to Myself,' career, and personal philosophy”

Work-life balance for touring musicians and working mothersAuthenticity and identity expression through hair and appearancePerformance psychology and thriving under pressure

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All There Is with Anderson Cooper · Mar 20, 2026

Sara Bareilles: 'Life's Holiest Lesson'

“Co-wrote song 'Salt, Then Sour, Then Sweet' with Bareilles and Andrea Gibson for film 'Come See Me in the Good Light'”

Grief processing and emotional healingVulnerability and authentic storytellingMental health medication and antidepressants

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Handsome · Mar 3, 2026

Sara Bareilles asks about ripe bananas

“Executive producer on documentary 'Come See Me in the Good Light' with Sara Bareilles”

Pet Health and End-of-Life CareTouring and Road Life ManagementFood Waste and Sustainability

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Handsome · Feb 24, 2026

Brandi Carlile asks about Jesus

“Grammy and Emmy-winning singer-songwriter who posed the episode's central question about queer people's relationship with Jesus”

LGBTQ+ religious trauma and healingJesus teachings vs. institutional ChristianityReligious hypocrisy and moral authority

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Deadline: White House · Feb 23, 2026

“Signs of resistance”

“Singer organizing Minneapolis concert raising funds for families impacted by ICE operations”

Trump Approval Rating Decline and Polling TrendsTariff Policy and Economic Impact on Small BusinessGrassroots Protest Movements and Activism

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We Can Do Hard Things · Feb 5, 2026

Why G & Abby Made Out on Stage at Brandi’s GJWW!

“Founder and curator of Girls Just Want a Weekend in Mexico festival; described as spiritual leader creating intentional community spaces.”

Girls Just Want a Weekend in Mexico festival design and community buildingCouples dance and choreography as relationship therapyPerformance anxiety and embodiment challenges

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