Martha Stewart expressed discomfort during her appearance on 'The Drew Barrymore Show' when host Drew Barrymore's touchy-feely interview style became too much for her. Barrymore's attempts to physically engage Stewart, including stroking her arm and asking what makes her feel 'soft and gooey,' led to an awkward moment where Stewart had to push Barrymore away, stating 'You're the wrong gender.' Despite the awkwardness, the interview also highlighted Stewart's pride in her New Jersey roots and the unveiling of a street sign in her honor in Nutley, NJ. Barrymore's intimate approach has been criticized before, as seen in her interactions with Oprah Winfrey and Austin Butler, which she attributes to her need for closeness with guests. Stewart, who is less comfortable with public displays of affection, found Barrymore's approach unsettling, even though their interaction ended on a lighter note with Barrymore's affectionate comments about Stewart's influence.