Real Talk

Featuring Meghan Markle and Brooke Shields. [For the best experience, read in browser.]( March 9, 2024 Howdy from Austin, Texas! I'm soaking up SXSW this weekend, and we've got [takeaways from my panel with Meghan Markle and Brooke Shields](. We're also prepping for the Academy Awards with a look at [the best nominated movies]( and [the most dramatic Oscar speeches ever](. Then we'll share [help for thinning hair](, explore [how to optimize your daily routine](, and much more. Let's dive in...   Real Talk [Katie couric and Meghan Markle]( KCM I spent International Women's Day at SXSW, where I was honored to join a keynote panel about how far women have come in media — and how much work is still left to be done. By my side were Meghan, Duchess of Sussex; acting legend Brooke Shields; sociologist Nancy Wang Yuen; and our moderator, Errin Haines, editor-at-large of The 19th News. We've got highlights from the conversation, including [Meghan's powerful words about experiencing online bullying](, Brooke's firsthand take on Hollywood's sexualization of young women, and my memories of the TV news business back when "harass" was two words instead of one. [READ MORE]( By the way, my SXSW adventure is only beginning! I'll be at [the SHE Media Co-Lab]( today and Sunday, so if you're in Austin, come on down and say hello!   Hollywood's Biggest Night [An Oscar trophy]( Getty Images Cream of the crop: Wondering what you should catch up on before the Academy Awards are handed out on Sunday? We've got [expert predictions about who will win at the Oscars]( — and they double as an excellent guide to the best movies to watch during your couch time this weekend. I'd like to thank...: You never know what might come out of a celebrity's mouth when they head up to the stage to accept a trophy. Here's a look back at [the 15 greatest Oscar speeches of all time](. Left out: With only five nominees in every category except Best Picture, it's unavoidable that some spectacular achievements won't make the cut — but this time, there's an especially egregious omission. We've got more on [the biggest snub of the year](. In conversation: One of the buzziest movies of 2023 was May December — even if it only got one Oscar nomination, for Best Original Screenplay. But [my chat with Julianne Moore, Natalie Portman, and more of the cast]( is all the proof you need that this one is worth a watch.   Saturday Spotlight [Illustration of a head surrounded by phone notifications]( Helpful Hacks Our days will never be the same after reading this time-management advice from the executive productivity advisor at Google. [Read More »]( [Ryan Cooper]( Give Peace a Chance Embrace tranquility and boost your brain with this simple 10-minute breathing routine from fitness guru Ryan Cooper. [Read More »]( [Hand holding a credit card]( Watching Your Wallet New regulations mean big changes to the late fees on your credit cards. Here’s what you need to know about the latest rules. [Read More »](   In Focus [Woman with long hair lying in a patch of flowers]( Getty Images If you want a thicker head of hair by summer, winter's the perfect time to start a hair regrowth treatment plan. Our friends at Hers make getting a personalized prescription for hair growth convenient— you never even have to step foot in a doctor's office. [Here's how you can get a fabulous new 'do]( just in time for all of your summer social events. [READ MORE]( [Sponsored by Hers](   Sweet Dreams [Floral bedding from Kohl's]( Kohl's/Laura Ashley Updating our homes for spring is something we look forward to every year. And while florals may not be groundbreaking, this trend is certainly blooming, which is all the more reason to love Laura Ashley's bedding, pillow shams, and window treatments. They look like they belong in a sophisticated house on the countryside — perfect for making your everyday life feel like a vacation. [SHOP HERE]( P.S.: Sleep Awareness Week kicks off tomorrow, and we're celebrating with a special edition of The Shop Edit. [Sign up right here]( to be the first to get our expertly curated digest of products that'll make your nights as peaceful as an ASMR video.   One More Thing If you're interested in exploring the buzzy beauty products that everyone's talking about online, [Ulta's Semi-Annual Beauty Event]( is just the ticket! You'll find amazing deals on tons of cult-favorite finds for skin, hair, and much more. [SEE THE ENTIRE SALE](   [Good Taste by Katie Couric Media ](   Thank you for reading Wake-Up Call and being part of our community! If you have questions or comments, drop us a line at info@katiecouric.com. See you next week! [Alternate text] Update your preferences or [unsubscribe]( If you buy something through this email, KCM may earn a commission. Katie Couric Media, 75 Varick St, Ste 12, New York, NY - 10013-1917 Copyright © 2023 Katie Couric Media, All rights reserved.