How Rosie O’Donnell went from innovative to incendiary

The Reheat

30-05-2022 • 1 hr 2 mins

As a legendary former talk show host, Rosie O'Donnell redefined the format for a new audience and became an icon. But over the years, after her tenure on The View and more than a few public feuds, her legacy was somewhat tarnished. Together, Sarah and Sadaf look at why this is a woman who has always deserved more and how she became the butt of so many jokes.

Recommended reads from this episode:

Star Search 1984: Rosie O'Donnell
The Rosie O'Donnell Show: 1996
Rosie O'Donnell vs. Elisabeth Hasselbeck
Hot Takes & Deep Dives 2021 Episode
"Ladies Who Lunch," by Ramin Setoodeh

Resources you should know:

Planned Parenthood
Action Canada
Abortion Rights Coalition of Canada

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