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After listening to her podcast Call Her Daddy, you may think you know the woman behind the microphone, Alex Cooper.
Since its inception in 2018 (originally co-hosted with Sofia Franklyn), Call Her Daddy has built a loyal, global fanbase with its unapologetic, candid conversations that challenged traditional taboos around female sexuality and relationships. The podcast quickly became a cultural phenomenon.
Seven years later, Cooper is one of the highest-paid podcasters in the game. She’s interviewed everyone from zoologist Jane Goodall to US Vice President Kamala Harris in the lead-up to the 2024 US Election, all while continuing to break barriers in conversations about sexuality, identity and empowerment in a post-Me Too world.
Now, with the premiere of her documentary, Cooper pulls back the curtain, letting audiences in on the raw, personal moments that shaped her voice, career, and vision.
From her childhood in Pennsylvania to the trials and tribulations of building a media empire, Call Her Alex delivers an emotional and empowering look at the woman behind the podcast.
Read on for everything you need to know about Call Her Alex, including the plot details and where to watch it in New Zealand.
Stream Call Her Alex now on Disney+ with a mth-to-mth no lock-in contract. Subscribe here.
What is the Call Her Alex documentary series about?
Call Her Alex follows Call Her Daddy creator and host Alex Cooper as she prepares for her first live tour. The two-part documentary traces Cooper’s evolution – from an awkward, bullied kid to podcasting icon and media mogul.
Directed by Ry Russo-Young, the documentary offers behind-the-scenes access as Cooper prepares for her debut live show in Boston, while also reflecting on the pressures, triumphs, and vulnerabilities of becoming one of the most influential voices in modern media.
At its core, Call Her Alex is more than just a backstage pass or origin story. It’s a portrait of resilience, growth, and the challenges of carving out your space in a male-dominated industry.
Since its release, Call Her Alex has been praised for its honesty and emotional depth, offering fans an intimate and surprising new perspective on Cooper’s journey beyond the podcast.
Who features in Call Her Alex?
The documentary features interviews with many of Cooper’s closest friends, spanning from her childhood to present day. Notable appearances include Laren McMullen, her best friend and producer of Call Her Daddy, as well as Alex Schlobuhm, her former Boston University soccer teammate.
Absent from the interviews is Cooper’s soccer coach, Nancy Feldman, whom Cooper accused of sexual harassment. Also missing is Sofia Franklyn, her former Call Her Daddy co-host, whose split with the podcast was a major media moment in 2020.
Watch the official trailer
Where can I watch the Alex Cooper documentary in New Zealand?
Whether you’re a longtime member of the Daddy Gang, or in need of an in-depth story of female empowerment, Call Her Alex is a must-watch.
Stream Call Her Alex now on Disney+ with a mth-to-mth no lock-in contract. Subscribe here.
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