Life in Seven Songs

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What songs tell your life story? Host Sophie Bearman asks this question of some of the world’s most fascinating people. Through seven songs, guests reveal the milestones—and the music—that have shaped their lives. New episodes every Tuesday.

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Recent episodes

  • Al Roker shares his life story through seven joyful songsFeb 3, 2026 · 31 min
  • Seven songs that shaped Kris Bowers, the composer behind ‘Bridgerton’Jan 27, 2026 · 31 min
  • How music shaped Maria Konnikova, from PhD psychologist to poker championJan 20, 2026 · 33 min
  • BD Wong on music, identity, and fighting for Asian American visibilityJan 13, 2026 · 36 min
  • How Hinge founder Justin McLeod’s love story shaped a dating empireJan 6, 2026 · 37 min
  • Go-Go’s singer Belinda Carlisle says her life got interesting when she got soberDec 30, 2025 · 30 min
  • ENCORE: Why Kara Swisher loves country music and the militaryDec 23, 2025 · 34 min
  • How actress Mayim Bialik is rethinking her worth after a lifetime in the spotlightDec 16, 2025 · 30 min
  • Inside musician John Grant’s pain: Seven songs that saved his lifeDec 9, 2025 · 34 min
  • 31 and done: Why F1 champ Nico Rosberg walked away at the topDec 2, 2025 · 31 min

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