Do you ever feel like you have to split yourself between who you really are and who society tells you to be? Amy Chozick’s thrilling, vulnerable novel, With Friends Like You, explores that feeling from the perspective of a new mother. A former journalist who profiled figures like Lorena Bobbitt, Stormy Daniels and Elizabeth Holmes, Amy knows that a messy woman can be hard for the public to swallow. Amy and Ashlyn talk about the multiple selves they confront every day and about the new parts of herself Amy confronted while writing her book. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Can Sombody Tell Me The Truth with Brandon Kyle Goodman
25/05/2026 | 59 min
Brandon Kyle Goodman is a writer, producer, and host of his own podcast "Tell Me Something Messy." and today we're talking all about SEX, who's having it and how can we be having it better? We talk all about that and more in this messy episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
For All The People Catching Hell with Selema Masekela
18/05/2026 | 1 h
Today Ashlyn is joined by the amazing Selema Masekela. You know him from his time hosting ESPN's X Games for 13 years, but he is also an activist and musician. In this conversation, they discuss visibility, representation, and identity within the action sports world and beyond. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Enjoy the Ride with Sophia Bush and Lauren Holly
11/05/2026 | 36 min
On this special Mother’s Day episode, Ashlyn has Sophia Bush and Lauren Holly on to talk about their new movie, Broad Trip, now out on Roku. If you're nostalgic for comedies of the '80s and '90s, this one's for you. It's a mother/daughter road trip romp and as its stars, Lauren and Sophia have unmatchable chemistry. They talk about how they established that connection, the importance of making accessible media, and why light, heartfelt stories are essential in our dark times. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ride It Till The Wheels Fall Off with Stephen Colletti
04/05/2026 | 50 min
The week Ashlyn is talking to Stephen Colletti, you know and love him from his days on Laguna Beach or One Tree Hill, and most recently as a contestant on The Traitors. They discuss what it takes to be successful in the reality TV format and what he wants his legacy to be as a father and husband. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
“Wide Open with Ashlyn Harris” invites guests and listeners alike to open up, share their struggles and triumphs, and explore how being wide open—both on the field and in life—leads to personal and professional growth. Each episode, Ashlyn Harris leads an unfiltered conversation with an influential figure from sports, entertainment, fashion, music, or politics.
In sports, “wide open” signifies a moment of readiness, awareness, and opportunity to make an impact. In the real world, it reflects vulnerability, honesty, and courage to face challenges with authenticity. On this podcast, “wide open” means seizing opportunities, breaking down barriers, and embracing one’s true self.