On today’s episode of Wiser Than Me, Julia connects with 86-year-old death penalty activist Sister Helen Prejean. They discuss her joyful Southern childhood, early ambitions, and why she can’t put a little money down on her favorite card games – even though she really wants to. Sister Helen reflects on her political awakening, decades fighting the death penalty, and lessons about people and power. Plus, Julia asks her 91-year-old mom, Judy, about attending Catholic grade school and remembers her own childhood Catholic makeover. 

 

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On today&rsquo;s episode of Wiser Than Me, Julia connects with 86-year-old death penalty activist Sister Helen Prejean. They discuss her joyful Southern childhood, early ambitions, and why she can&rsquo;t put a little money down on her favorite card games &ndash; even though she really wants to. Sister Helen reflects on her political awakening, decades fighting the death penalty, and lessons about people and power. Plus, Julia asks her 91-year-old mom, Judy, about attending Catholic grade school and remembers her own childhood Catholic makeover.&nbsp;
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Follow Wiser Than Me on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/wiserthanme/">Instagram</a> and <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@wiserthanme">TikTok</a> @wiserthanme and on Facebook at <a href="http://facebook.com/wiserthanmepodcast">facebook.com/wiserthanmepodcast</a>. Find us on Substack at <a href="http://wiserthanme.substack.com/">wiserthanme.substack.com</a>.&nbsp;
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Keep up with Sister Helen <a href="https://www.instagram.com/helenprejean/">@helenprejean</a> on Instagram.
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Find out more about other shows on our network at @lemonadamedia on all social platforms.
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Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today by hitting 'Subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or <a href="http://lemonadapremium.com/">lemonadapremium.com</a> for any other app.
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For exclusive discount codes and more information about our sponsors, visit <a href="https://lemonadamedia.com/sponsors/">https://lemonadamedia.com/sponsors/</a>.&nbsp;
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For additional resources, information, and a transcript of the episode, visit <a href="https://www.lemonadamedia.com/">lemonadamedia.com</a>.

Julia Louis-Dreyfus returns for Season 4 of her award-winning podcast, Wiser Than Me™. Each week, she has funny, touching, personal conversations with iconic older women who are brimming with the kind of unapologetic attitude and wisdom that only comes with age. Julia sits at the feet of some extraordinary teachers this season, and of course her 91-year-old mom, Judith. Tune in to laugh, cry, and get wise. All Hail Old Women!

 

Photo: Ryan Pfluger and August Image

 

Julia Louis-Dreyfus returns for Season 4 of her award-winning podcast, Wiser Than Me&trade;. Each week, she has funny, touching, personal conversations with iconic older women who are brimming with the kind of unapologetic attitude and wisdom that only comes with age. Julia sits at the feet of some extraordinary teachers this season, and of course her 91-year-old mom, Judith. Tune in to laugh, cry, and get wise. All Hail Old Women!
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Photo: Ryan Pfluger and August Image
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