Imagined Life
Wondery
What is it like to be famous before you’re famous? What is it like to walk in the shoes of another person? Each episode of Imagined Life takes you on an immersive journey into the life of a world-famous person. It’ll be someone you may think you know, even admire -- or maybe the opposite. You’ll get clues to your identity along the way. But only in the final moments will you find out who “you” really are. So sit back, let go, and -- imagine your life, with our hosts, Oscar nominated Virginia Madsen and celebrated voice actor Robbie Daymond.
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Location:
United States
Networks:
Wondery
Description:
What is it like to be famous before you’re famous? What is it like to walk in the shoes of another person? Each episode of Imagined Life takes you on an immersive journey into the life of a world-famous person. It’ll be someone you may think you know, even admire -- or maybe the opposite. You’ll get clues to your identity along the way. But only in the final moments will you find out who “you” really are. So sit back, let go, and -- imagine your life, with our hosts, Oscar nominated Virginia Madsen and celebrated voice actor Robbie Daymond. Binge all episodes of Imagined Sleep exclusively and ad-free by joining Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Start your free trial by visiting wondery.com/links/imagined-sleep/ now.
Language:
English
Episodes
Listen Now: Once Upon a Beat
4/14/2025
Lil’ Chicken has a restaurant that everybody loves! It’s known for two things: tasty corn nuggets and a stressed-out owner who worries and frets over every little thing. Business is booming, but it always seems like the sky is falling! Join DJ Fyutch and Baby Scratch as they serve up this tale about Lil’ Chicken, a restaurant critic, and the challenge of keeping cool under pressure!
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Duration:00:09:13
Wondery Presents: Dr. Death Season 2
10/27/2020
If someone you love is diagnosed with cancer you want them to get the best treatment from the best doctors. In 2013, patients in Michigan thought Farid Fata was that doctor. Between his prestigious education, years of experience and pleasant bedside manner, Fata was everything you could want in a doctor. But he was not who he appeared to be. From Wondery, this is the story of hundreds of patients in Michigan, a doctor, and a poisonous secret.
Laura Beil, returns with a second season of the...
Duration:00:05:02
Introducing Say Yes! with Carla Hall
10/5/2020
You might know Carla Hall from her time on Top Chef and as a TV personality on GMA and Netflix’s Crazy Delicious. But, the biggest moments in Carla’s life have come when she decided to face adversity head on. Her motto is ”say yes” to everything life throws your way. In her new Wondery podcast, ‘Say Yes with Carla Hall,’ Carla sits down with some of the most inspiring celebrity personalities and they explore their challenges and how they got to their yes. In the very first episode, Carla...
Duration:00:47:03
Wondery Presents: Bunga Bunga
9/8/2020
Silvio Berlusconi was a charismatic multi-millionaire real-estate mogul who upended the Italian political order and hypnotized an entire nation. He was the longest-serving prime minister of one of the world’s wealthiest countries, until he was brought down by three powerful women - and two words: “Bunga Bunga.” From Wondery, the makers of Dirty John and The Shrink Next Door, and hosted by comedian Whitney Cummings, “Bunga Bunga” is an eight part series on the incredible true story of the...
Duration:00:06:57
Introducing The Daily Smile Featuring Karamo Brown
8/10/2020
The Daily Smile shares heartwarming stories from all kinds of individuals all over the globe. Host Nikki Boyer recently sat down with Emmy Award Winning host of Netflix’s hit show, Queer Eye, Karamo Brown to discuss how he’s making the best of the moment by using it as a time to support and inspire others. Karamo discusses how he looks at challenges through a positive lens, and focuses on how to contribute to cultural change. Listen to the full episode http://wondery.fm/TDS_IL
Duration:00:05:23
MSNBC presents The Oath with Chuck Rosenberg
6/3/2020
As a bonus for Imagined Life listeners, we’re sharing a special preview of The Oath with Chuck Rosenberg, an MSNBC podcast hosted by former U.S. Attorney, senior FBI official and acting head of the DEA, Chuck Rosenberg. The Oath is a series of revealing conversations with fascinating men and women who took an oath to serve our nation. Who and what shaped them? What drew them to this work? How did they overcome adversity and failure? These captivating stories exemplify what is best about our...
Duration:00:03:19
NBC presents Into America
5/5/2020
Into America is a new podcast about politics, about policy, and the power that both have in shaping the lives of the American people. Into America is hosted by Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter, Trymaine Lee, and features the journalists of NBC News.
More than 2 million Americans are behind bars as the deadly virus spreads. How are they being treated, and what is their experience like?
On this week's episode of Into America, Trymaine Lee speaks with experts on the prison system and how it is...
Duration:00:09:20
The Wanderer
5/1/2020
You spent your childhood bouncing between homes, with only the beats in your head to keep you company. Now, you have to choose between living the life you want and staying true to the life you’ve had. If only you could find a way to do both.
Hosted by Robbie Daymond.
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Duration:00:47:39
The Idealist
4/17/2020
You’ve discovered something huge. And now, you have to make a choice. You want to do what’s right, but doing so means you could lose the person you love most.
Hosted by Robbie Daymond.
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Duration:00:43:41
Introducing Even the Rich
4/2/2020
Even The Rich gives you an inside look at the world’s most famous couples and their royally complicated love stories. From blind date to Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle’s burgeoning acting career gets put on hold when a friend set her up with none other than Harry, Prince of Wales. Meghan’s journey to find love twists and turns into a fairytale ending -- maybe. Then there’s Princess Diana, introduced to Charles at just 16, Diana couldn’t imagine that only four years later she’d be married...
Duration:00:07:32
Wondery presents The School of Greatness with Lewis Howes
3/23/2020
The School of Greatness with Lewis Howes is the best place to learn how to dream bigger, live better, and make an impact.
The show features conversations with world-class game changers, and dives into topics from entrepreneurship and inspiration, to health and relationships.
Subscribe today at: wondery.fm/imaginedlifeSOG
Duration:00:04:47
Introducing The Dating Game Killer
3/5/2020
In 1978, Rodney Alcala won a date on the popular TV show, The Dating Game. What no one knew was that he was a prolific serial killer in the middle of a cross-country murder spree. In this six-part series, co-hosts Tracy Pattin (Hollywood & Crime) and Stephen Lang (Avatar, Don’t Breathe) take listeners on an unbelievable journey into Alcala’s twisting secret life. He hid behind normal jobs as a typesetter at a prominent newspaper and a summer camp counselor. How did this predatory monster...
Duration:00:08:45
Introducing Dying for Sex
2/12/2020
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When she’s diagnosed with stage IV breast cancer, Molly decides to do something bold: she leaves her unhappy marriage and embarks on a series of sexual adventures to help her feel alive. These experiences are beyond anything she could have imagined, so she shares the details with her closest friend, host Nikki Boyer. The two best friends dissect these hilarious, often touching stories. And they growing even closer as they share Molly's journey...
Duration:00:07:47
What Should I Catch Up On?
1/3/2020
Thank you for listening to Season 2 of Imagined Life! We’ll be back in the spring with more new episodes. In the meantime, we’ve recommended some favorites from our back catalogue. We invite you to share your favorite episode titles in the comments!
Hosted by Robbie Daymond.
Duration:00:01:48
Introducing Blood Ties
12/17/2019
BLOOD TIES: A scripted audio series starring Gillian Jacobs and Josh Gad as Eleonore and Michael Richland. After the sudden death of their billionaire father, disturbing allegations emerge about his dark past. These revelations thrust Eleonore and Michael into a fight they’re completely unprepared for. As the stakes of telling the truth continue to rise, they grapple with their father’s legacy and what to do with it. Listen now at wondery.fm/BTImaginedLife
Duration:00:12:18
The Handler
11/29/2019
The clock is ticking and you have a lot to do. You want to make a difference in the world. You have a vision, but not everyone sees what you do. You’ll need to do something bold to convince them. Tick tock.
In honor of the holiday, we’re reairing one of our favorite Imagined Life episodes. Happy Thanksgiving!
Hosted by Robbie Daymond
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Duration:00:41:07
The Searcher
11/15/2019
To outsiders, your life seems free and easy. But there’s something missing — a part of yourself you worry you’ll never get back.
Hosted by Virginia Madsen
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Duration:00:47:35
The Loudmouth
11/1/2019
You don’t like being you. Other people don’t like you either — the kids at school, even your own family. But words give you power. They make you feel invincible.
Hosted by Virginia Madsen
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Duration:00:50:02
The Eccentric
10/25/2019
You’re caught between two worlds -- your small hometown where you’ve never fit in, and the big city you escaped to. But home is what you make of it.
Hosted by Robbie Daymond
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Duration:00:43:44
The Model
10/18/2019
A long time ago, you learned it was dangerous to be who you are, so mastered the art of being someone else. But now it seems there may be more danger in living a lie, than speaking your truth.
Hosted by Virginia Madsen
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Duration:00:46:39