This podcast episode features an interview with Whoopi Goldberg, where she discusses her motivation to write a book about her family and origin story. The book serves as a tribute to her late mother and brother and highlights her unique experiences as a black woman in Hollywood. Goldberg reflects on her upbringing and the importance of being oneself, as well as her mother's parenting style that emphasized adaptability and self-sufficiency. She also shares insights on beauty standards, grief, and motherhood. Overall, the episode explores love, grief, and coping with loss while celebrating the power of authenticity and self-acceptance.