Melissa Rivers' Group Text Podcast
283 episodes - English - Latest episode: 18 days ago - ★★★★★ - 311 ratingsA podcast hosted by Melissa Rivers where she shares her thoughts on whatever she and her friends are texting about. This includes everything from fashion on the Red Carpet, to the annoying number of “reboots”, to being an empty nester, and so much more. If you want to hear the unvarnished truth from some of the funniest and best in the business, you won’t want to miss this!
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MRGT x BTVR Reality Round-Up June 2024
June 26, 2024 23:08 - 37 minutesIn this crossover episode of MRGT x BTVR, Melissa Rivers and David Yontef from Behind the Velvet Rope return for their monthly reality roundup. They dive into the potential reboot of RHONJ and the rumors about Teresa's job amid low ratings. David shares exclusive details about Justin Timberlake's DWI arrest in Sag Harbor and how it skyrocketed one of Britney Spears’ old songs up the charts. The duo discusses Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s rumored divorce. They also touch on Travis and Taylo...
A “Conversation” with Amanda de Cadenet
June 21, 2024 14:20 - 37 minutes90s “It Girl” and “Wild Child” Amanda de Cadenet made a name for herself by being sentenced to juvenile detention, hosting a talk show at age 15, marrying a pop star before she was old enough to order a drink, and the youngest photographer ever to shoot a Vogue cover. She is the host of the podcast, “The Conversation with Amanda de Cadenet,” and the founder of Girlgaze, a networking platform dedicated to helping women and non-binary individuals. Amanda is a totally open book, and she discusse...
Chelsea Devantez Tells Us Everything
June 14, 2024 07:05 - 47 minutesWriter and comedian Chelsea Devantez took a unique approach in writing her funny and honest new book, I Shouldn’t Be Telling You This: She started off with her most difficult story and promised readers that things will get better and funnier as they go along. Chelsea talks with me about how she landed the job of head writer on “The Problem with Jon Stewart,” the daily affirmations she uses every morning, her love of celebrity memoirs (the trashier the better), and finding comedy and peace in ...
The Life and Murder of Nicole Brown Simpson
June 07, 2024 08:00 - 34 minutesExecutive Producers Melissa Moore and Jesse Daniels join me to talk about their stunning new docuseries, “The Life and Murder of Nicole Brown Simpson” (now streaming on Lifetime). Since that fateful night in 1994, and in the aftermath of everything that came after, Melissa and Jesse aimed to give viewers a look at who Nicole Brown Simpson was apart from being the ex-wife of OJ Simpson and her role as a victim of the highly sensationalized “crime of the century.” Melissa and Jesse explore the ...
Achieve Your Best Skin at Any Age with GoodSkin's Lisa Goodman
May 31, 2024 08:00 - 47 minutesIn today's episode, I'm joined by Lisa Goodman, the founder and CEO of GoodSkin Clinics. Lisa has helped thousands of clients, including some of today's most recognizable faces, achieve healthier, more youthful, and natural versions of themselves—what she calls "The Untouched Look." We explore essential skincare routines for your 30s, 40s, 50s, and beyond. Lisa also shares insights on the treatments she and her team are using to ensure I'm wedding day ready! Don't miss this episode for expert...
Paul Scheer on Tragedy Plus Time Equals Comedy
May 17, 2024 14:11 - 45 minutesYou know Paul Scheer from comedies too numerous to mention – “The League,” “Veep,” and his long-running podcast “How Did This Get Made?” being just a few of my favorites. But as Paul tells us in his honest and hilarious new book, “Joyful Recollections About Trauma” (available May 21st everywhere), things were not always a laugh riot. Paul discusses raising his own kids while coping with a traumatic past, growing up without rules, dating a coworker (spoiler alert: she became his wife), and tel...
Julia Haart Takes Fashion, and the World, by Storm
May 10, 2024 14:32 - 44 minutesIn the Netflix docuseries, “My Unorthodox Life,” Julia Haart shows how she escaped the confines of an Ultra-Orthodox Jewish community and rose to great heights in the fashion industry – first at La Perla, then as CEO of Elite World Modeling. Julia stops by to talk about (and demonstrate!) her new line of shapeware, “Plus Body by Julia Haart,” which is definitely not your granny’s panties. From a life of extreme modesty and being controlled by men, to kicking down the doors of the fashion worl...
MRGT x BTVR Reality TV Roundup
May 03, 2024 17:02 - 48 minutesJoin Melissa and David Yontef from Behind the Velvet Rope as they bring you all the latest buzz on their monthly reality round-up episode! From Kyle and Morgan's mysterious absence from each other to Dorit's rumored departure from RHOBH, we dive into the juiciest gossip. Plus, we discuss Monica Garcia's heartbreaking loss and the cruel speculations surrounding it. And don't miss our take on Below Deck drama and Britney Spears' well-being. We also tackle the Kim K vs. Taylor feud and Melissa m...
“Dance Moms” Reunion with Kelly Hyland and Christi Lukasiak
May 01, 2024 15:38 - 37 minutesIt’s been 13 years since the Dance Moms and their daughters pirouetted into our lives on their hit Lifetime reality series "Dance Moms". The girls are now women, and they’re back, along with their moms, for “Dance Moms: The Reunion” (May 1, 8/7c on Lifetime). Kelly Hyland and Christi Lukasiak join me to talk about regrets they may have about their on-screen behavior, what working with Abby Lee Miller was really like, watching their little girls grow into successful young women, and how the re...
Patti Stanger Wants to Meet Her Match
April 26, 2024 08:00 - 46 minutesPatti Stanger made a name for herself setting up the rich and famous through her Millionaires Club matchmaking service, and on Bravo’s hit series “Millionaire Matchmaker.” She’s back at it with a new show, “Patti Stanger: The Matchmaker” (Thursdays at 8pm on CW) helping singletons look for love in all the right places. This third-generation Yenta talks about dating rules in the social-media age, how practice dates are essential to landing a partner, working with billionaire clients, the uniqu...
Chef Stu's Culinary Adventures & Candid Conversations
April 19, 2024 15:01 - 25 minutesJoin me on this week's episode of Group Text as Chef Stu dishes about his exciting new podcast "Don't Let It Stu". With Chef Stuart Okeeffe at the helm, "Don't Let It Stu" serves up unfiltered conversations about everything under the sun. From pop culture to culinary adventures, Stu and his guests leave no topic untouched. Plus, we'll dive into Chef Stu's culinary journey, his hilarious real housewives parody cookbook, and learn his secrets for hosting the perfect dinner party. Stay tuned as ...
SKEET ULRICH IS BUZZING
April 12, 2024 10:10 - 35 minutesWhen Skeet Ulrich played the murderous Ghostface in the first “Scream” movie nearly 30 years ago, it began his journey into portraying complicated and memorable bad guys in both film and TV. Cut to 2024 and Skeet is starring as Colin, a loyal ex-con trying not to get swept up in New Orleans’ seedy criminal underworld in “Parish” (Sundays at 9/8c on AMC). We talk about Skeet’s beginnings in New York theatre, finding something relatable in even the most dastardly villains he plays, living and s...
Pop Culture Moms: Melissa Rivers on growing up with a funny mom
April 10, 2024 10:45 - 35 minutesSharing a podcast Melissa recently guested on: Pop Culture Moms. Andie and Sabrina are toddler moms and best friends of 20 years. They’re taking their obsession with TV and movies to the next level by talking to celebrities, writers and fellow “scholars” of pop culture about what they can learn from the fictional moms they love most. In the episode, Melissa talks about the ultimate “funny mom”: legendary Joan Rivers. She discusses what it was like to grow up surrounded by her humor — and the ...
Mayan Lopez Tells Her Truth
April 05, 2024 11:00 - 32 minutesIf tragedy plus time equals comedy, then it’s no surprise the four-year estrangement between my guest Mayan Lopez and her father, comedian George Lopez, yields sitcom gold in “Lopez Vs. Lopez” (new episodes Tuesdays at 8/7c on NBC and streaming on Peacock). As the show begins its second season, Mayan shares how she mines laughs from heavy subjects like infidelity, alcoholism, and race; how a TikTok video led her to network TV stardom, and how she blazed her own trail in the entertainment busi...
The Amazing Race: Around the World with Phil Keoghan
March 29, 2024 08:00 - 30 minutesPhil Keoghan has been the host of “The Amazing Race” (new episodes every Wednesday 9:30/7pm CT on CBS) for nearly a quarter of a century. As the ten-time Emmy-winning reality competition show enters its 36th season, Phil talks about growing up the globetrotting son of an academic, living life to the fullest, his travel tips and hacks, and how the hit show almost didn’t make it past the starting line. The only way “Group Text” happens is with YOUR support and support from our amazing sponsors!...
RHOSLC Monica Garcia Owns It All
March 22, 2024 10:25 - 40 minutesReal Housewife of Salt Lake City Monica Garcia stunned everyone when she was exposed using a fake Instagram account 'Reality Von Tease' to reveal her castmates’ dirty little secrets. Monica sits down for an interview with me in person and delivers what can only be described as a master class in owning your…sh*t. Monica reveals a bombshell exposing another housewife who provided information to Reality Von Tease to expose Jen Shah. She pulls no punches, telling me what was the last straw that p...
Kate Flannery Serves Up Scares
March 15, 2024 08:00 - 35 minutesThe first thing you realize about Kate Flannery, besides her sense of humor and her ability to crack you up, is her unbridled enthusiasm. Her go-get-em attitude served her well on-set playing Loretta, the lunch lady in the new indie horror/comedy film, “The Prank,” which opens in theaters March 15. Kate talks about her love of portraying oddball characters like Meredith Palmer, whom she played for all nine seasons of NBC’s hit show, “The Office.” She also shares her feelings on being back in ...
Cheryl Hines and the End of “Curb”
March 08, 2024 14:40 - 40 minutesCheryl Hines has played the fictional wife and ex-wife of Larry David for all 12 seasons of HBO’s smash hit comedy, “Curb Your Enthusiasm.” As the genre-breaking series ends this year, she reminisces about her early days on the show, the art of improvisation, and being mistaken for Larry David’s actual spouse. Cheryl also discusses her passion for environmentalism and sustainability, which inspired her to launch a line of eco-friendly personal care products, “Hines + Young,” along with her 19...
"Where is Wendy Williams?" - Exploring the Complexities of Her Life and Struggles
March 01, 2024 15:48 - 52 minutesIn 2022, Mark Ford and Erica Hanson, the executive producers of the revealing new docuseries, “Where is Wendy Williams” (now available on Lifetime), set out to chronicle the return of one of daytime’s loudest and most popular voices. What they found was a lonely woman in crisis despite being placed under guardianship by New York State. Ford and Hanson discuss remaining nimble in their approach to documenting Wendy Williams’ struggle with alcoholism and her descent into dementia; being stonewa...
MRGT x BTVR February's Reality Round-Up
February 28, 2024 22:36 - 41 minutesIt's the monthly crossover with the host of "Behind The Velvet Rope" podcast, David Yontef! Melissa and David talk about the big stories in Hollywood right now. Like, what are the implications of Kyle's hint about Mauricio betraying her trust, with guesses ranging from infidelity to financial issues. What's up with Dorit's sudden silent treatment towards Kyle and the strategic leaks of texts? They also dive into Andy Cohen's controversies, the romantic chemistry between Taylor Swift and Travi...
Terry Dubrow on “Botched”
February 23, 2024 09:00 - 39 minutesOn the hit medical reality series, “Botched” (new episodes air Thursday nights at 10pm on E!), Dr. Terry Dubrow and his partner, Dr. Paul Nassif, change the lives of their patients through plastic surgery. Their work is intricate and restores the dignity and health of the people lucky enough to be on their operating table. In this episode Terry discusses everything from the patients who have left a mark on him; the latest and greatest advances in plastic surgery and weight-loss; raising four ...
Tara Schuster Learns to Glow
February 09, 2024 15:03 - 45 minutesIn her debut self-help memoir, Buy Yourself the F*cking Lilies, author Tara Schuster candidly recounts her escape from a brutal home life and her efforts to re-parent herself as an adult. In her follow-up, Glow in the F*cking Dark, Tara navigates the emotional ripple effect that occurs after she is fired from her executive post at Comedy Central. In a frank discussion, we talk about how we allow our jobs to define us, journaling out of spite, the validation in defining one’s trauma, and how w...
The Secrets of Polygamy
February 02, 2024 15:17 - 33 minutesDespite being prohibited by the Mormon Church and deemed illegal, the Fundamentalist Latter Day Saints (FLDS) appear to openly engage in multiple underage marriages, often justifying these unions under the pretext of religious customs. Executive Producer Lori Golden-Stryer joins me for a look inside her new docuseries, “The Secrets of Polygamy” (now airing on A&E – new episodes Mondays at 10/9pm Central) and explains how visibility is the best weapon we have against what amounts to kidnapping...
Mami Issues with Ana Quincoces and Beba Stapleton
January 26, 2024 09:00 - 33 minutesWhen you think of mother-daughter duos, some names come to mind: Joan and Melissa, Judy and Liza, Vodka & Tonic… you can add Ana Quincoces and Beba Stapleton to that list. Ana’s time on “The Real Housewives of Miami” allowed her Skinny Latina culinary brand and cookbooks to soar. Now with daughter Beba, she cohosts the “Mami Issues” podcast. It is a no-holds-barred dialogue between a Millennial and her Gen-X mom. On this special crossover episode of Group Text, we talk about having grandkids,...
MRGT x BTVR January's Reality Round-Up
January 24, 2024 15:05 - 37 minutesMelissa Rivers and David Yontef are back with their first Reality Round-Up of 2024! There was a lot to cover! We're kicking off with the "Real Housewives Of Salt Lake City" scandal involving the true identity of "Reality Von Tease." Then, we move on to "Traitors," where some of our favorite reality stars are bringing their deception-A-game. Then, don't miss the tension on "Girls Trip" with Caroline Manzo and Brandi at the heart of the controversy. Finally, we're wrapping up with the season fi...
Bianca Del Rio Can’t Say No
January 19, 2024 09:00 - 43 minutesFor all my episodes I prepare copious notes and questions to try and get to know my guests, but from the moment the tape started rolling on my interview with drag queen and comedian Bianca Del Rio, I tossed them aside and let her do all the talking. Full of unbridled energy and raunchy jokes, Bianca told me all about getting ready for her 60-city “Dead Inside” comedy tour (tickets on sale at www.thebiancadelrio.com). Bianca sounds off on the current state of drag, the power of saying “yes,” h...
Casey Anthony: Truth & Lies
January 12, 2024 09:00 - 38 minutesAward-winning journalist Tony Harris is back to talk about his new special, “Casey Anthony’s Parents – The Lie Detector Test” (now on A&E). In 2008, Casey Anthony’s daughter, Caylee, went missing and the child’s disappearance gripped the world. When her decomposing body was found near the Anthonys’ home a month later, the pursuit of justice for Caylee began. Casey was found not guilty of all significant charges in 2011, yet many questions remained as to what happened. Tony Harris discusses hi...
Jamin Jamming Takes the Stage
December 29, 2023 09:00 - 32 minutesWhat do you get when you combine social media expertise, luxury real estate, and standup comedy? Jamin Jamming, that’s who! This Real Housewives insider joins me to talk about Reality TV news, landing whales in the NYC celebrity real estate market, doing a tight five at the Ha Ha Factory in his spare time, and how to avoid certain death on social media. The only way “Group Text” happens is with YOUR support and support from mm amazing sponsors! Jenni Kayne: You guys get 15% off your first ord...
MRGT x BTVR December's Reality Round-Up
December 20, 2023 20:08 - 38 minutesSpecial year-end edition of Melissa Rivers' Group Text Podcast with David Yontef from Behind the Velvet Rope! Join us as we unravel the biggest Bravo TV scandals of 2023, dissecting the most jaw-dropping moments and behind-the-scenes drama. From the shocking revelations in Vanderpump Rules to the transformative journeys of reality stars heading to Broadway, we cover it all. Get exclusive insights into the Real Housewives' secrets revealed at BravoCon, and explore the real stories behind your ...
Kate Mara and Shawn Bannon Expose the Truth
December 15, 2023 09:00 - 32 minutesWhen actress Kate Mara saw a rough cut of director Shawn Bannon’s documentary, “The Smell of Money” (now playing in select theaters and available on demand), she knew she had to get involved as its executive producer and help bring this story to the public. Both Shawn and Kate join me to talk about their infuriating and important new film, which chronicles the legal battle between eastern North Carolina residents and the “Big Pork” companies that raise pigs and improperly dispose of the anima...
Morena Baccarin Scores Again
December 13, 2023 21:52 - 25 minutesIn her latest film, “Fast Charlie” (now in theatres and on-demand), Morena Baccarin plays a taxidermist who gets caught up in the hit-job-gone-terribly-wrong that’s carried out by an aging assassin played by Pierce Brosnan. Morena talks about swooning over her 70-year-old costar, her process of choosing projects, shooting in extreme humidity, and the emotional ninja moves required for successful parenting. The only way “Group Text” happens is with YOUR support and support from mm amazing spon...
MRGT x BTVR November's Reality Round-Up
November 29, 2023 09:00 - 25 minutesJoin Melissa as she teams up with David Yontef from Behind the Velvet Rope to delve into the latest happenings in reality TV. In their newest episode, Melissa puts on her FASHION POLICE hat to discuss Jenna Lyons' interesting fashion choice at the RHONY reunion. The dynamic duo explores the dramatic breakup between Bethenny and Nene, shedding light on Nene's bold move of erasing all traces of Bethenny from her Instagram while rumors swirling about Nene's potential return to RHOA! If that isn'...
Zach Cherry Kicks off the Holidays on Group Text
November 22, 2023 13:47 - 36 minutesUnlike the foul-mouthed worker bee he plays on “Severance,” Zach Cherry is as sweet as the confections created on the show he hosts: “The Great American Baking Show - Celebrity Holiday.” (Now streaming on Roku) Zach joins me to discuss which celebrity baker was the most mischievous, the challenges of being an American baking in a Celsius oven, and the benefits of having an improvisational comedy background when acting. Tune in to hear it all! The only way “Group Text” happens is with YOUR sup...
Heather McMahan Takes the Stage
November 17, 2023 09:00 - 40 minutesIt takes charisma, persistence, energy, and, of course, a sense of humor to be a comedian, and lucky for Heather McMahan, she has all of it in great abundance. Her first Netflix special, “The Son I Never Had,” is streaming now, and it’s hilarious, filled with raunchy truths pulled from her own life. Her podcast, “Absolutely Not,” is equally frank and side-splitting. Heather joins me live and in-person to talk about growing up in a funny family, finding her soulmate, a chance encounter with my...
More Adventures From BravoCon - Below Deck Edition
November 15, 2023 11:50 - 42 minutesJoining forces with my BravoCon partner in crime, podcaster Dax Holt from the Hollywood Raw Podcast, along with reality TV stars Katie Flood and Malia White from Below Deck Mediterranean and Winter House for this crossover episode. Katie and Malia share their thrilling Bravo experiences, from wild fan encounters to exclusive behind-the-scenes chaos and glimpses into the yachting lifestyle, they spill all the details. Get ready for laughter, intriguing insights, unbelievable tales, and a peek ...
BravoCon Tell-All! Melissa Rivers and Dax Holt Recap The Wild Weekend | Melissa Rivers Group Text
November 08, 2023 18:47 - 44 minutesJoin Melissa Rivers and Dax Holt from Hollywood Raw podcast as they take you on an unforgettable journey through the chaos of Bravocon! From VIP passes to free swag, hair extensions to mullets, and even encounters with Bravo stars, this episode has it all. Discover their adventures, hilarious encounters, and the incredible generosity of some booths, making this a Bravocon experience like no other. Don't miss out on the fun and mayhem – hit that like button, subscribe, and tune in to this wild...
NOAH WYLE
November 03, 2023 08:00 - 28 minutesAudiences first met my guest, Noah Wyle, as the fresh-faced, third-year med student John Carter in the premiere episode of the hit TV show “E.R.” He spent 11 seasons saving lives before moving on to hits like “Falling Skies” and “The Librarian” franchise. Noah joins me to discuss his latest movie, a twisty thriller called “At the Gates,” opening November 3rd, which will keep you guessing until the final frames. Noah talks to me about working across a variety of genres, growing up an L.A. kid,...
Scott Nathan’s Bad Decisions
November 01, 2023 09:59 - 35 minutesMeet Scott Michael Nathan: Photographer, social media star, raconteur, and now the author of “The Big Book of Bad Decisions” (available at baddecisionsbook.com). One good decision Scott made was moving from the Midwest to Los Angeles, where he eventually became a leading photographer shooting A-list rock stars and celebrities, which is how he and I first met. Reading Scott’s book is one thing, but listening to him hilariously tell no-holds-barred stories about dates gone wrong, sugar daddies ...
Melissa Rivers Group Text x Behind the Velvet Rope: October Reality Round-Up
October 25, 2023 15:03 - 35 minutesJoin Melissa Rivers and David Yontef as they deep dive into their monthly reality recap. Melissa shares the details on a star-studded dinner hosted by her friend from iHeart Radio, featuring the likes of Bethenny Frankel and other reality TV icons. They also share their excitement and wishlist for BravoCon, revealing the celebrities Melissa is eager to meet and the experiences she can't wait to share. To top it all off, they touch on the upcoming Vanity Fair investigation, promising a deep ...
Liz Moody Wants to Change Your Life
October 20, 2023 08:00 - 35 minutesLiz Moody is a lifestyle and wellness guru, the host of “The Liz Moody Podcast,” and the author of the new book, 100 Ways to Change Your Life: The Science of Leveling Up Health, Happiness, Relationships & Success (out October 17). Panic-stricken and alone in London for months, Liz found simple salvation in completing one then-herculean task: getting herself out of bed and making a green smoothie. From there, her road to well-being started coming into focus. In the book, Liz has compiled helpf...
Hack My Home, Please
October 13, 2023 08:00 - 59 minutesMy guests today, Jessica Banks, Ati Williams, Mikel Welch, and Brooks Atwood are the hosts of the new Netflix home design series, “Hack My Home.” And since these brothers and sisters from other mothers and misters couldn’t all fit into one recording booth, we hacked them into pairs, recorded them two at a times, and pieced it together much like they do to the homes they renovate on their show. The chemistry they have together was evident in their lively discussion about innovation, brainstorm...
The Joy of Jake Cohen
October 06, 2023 08:00 - 37 minutesGet ready to dish…literally. Culinary phenom and social media superstar Jake Cohen, author of the New York Times bestselling cookbook I COULD NOSH, joins me, possibly the most inept cook, LIVE in my kitchen! Jake and I discuss everything from his deep love of cooking, his love of Jewish food and shows me where I keep the mixing bowls I find out I actually own, while he teaches me how to make an elevated PB&J that will leave even the toughest critics in awe. The only way “Group Text” happens ...
August Reality Round-Up: Melissa Rivers Group Text x Behind the Velvet Rope
September 29, 2023 08:00 - 41 minutesDavid Yontef and I, from Behind the Velvet Rope, are back in action! Get the scoop on the blossoming new romance between Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce that’s causing a stir, RHOC’s Shannon Beador’s DUI hit-and run incident takes center stage and the burning question is whether Bethenny Frankel will unleash her social media fury if Shannon is not reprimanded by the network. Discover why Captain Lee from Below Deck is feeling a bit salty, and could it be true that wedding bells are in Captain S...
Don Argott & Sheena Joyce Score with “Kelce”
September 22, 2023 09:00 - 46 minutesIn their riveting and touching new film, “KELCE” (now streaming on Prime Video), Don Argott, director, and Sheena Joyce, producer, walk the line between documentarians and fans of the Philadelphia Eagles. For two years, their cameras had extraordinary access to Jason Kelce, Philly’s favorite center, and his family as he considers retirement, strives toward a second Super Bowl win, and supports and raises his growing brood. In true Philadelphia form, Argott and Joyce are as scrappy as they are...
Anjelah Johnson-Reyes Goes Viral… Again
September 15, 2023 10:01 - 34 minutesWhen Anjelah Johnson-Reyes first took the internet by storm, it was with the hilarious characters she created: Tammy, the nail lady, and Mad TV’s Bon Qui Qui. She’s now come full circle with her sixth comedy special, “Say I Won’t,” which she produced and financed, released on YouTube, and which has over two million views. Anjelah talks with me about the future of the comedy business, writing her book Who Do I Think I Am?, breaking into showbiz by becoming an Oakland Raiderette cheerleader and...
Alexa Bliss and Ryan Cabrera are Expecting
September 08, 2023 09:20 - 37 minutesThe chemistry between my two guests, WWE Superstar Alexa Bliss (AKA Lexi Cabrera) and pop singer Ryan Cabrera, is undeniable, and that’s a good thing since the married couple is expecting their first baby, a little girl, this December. Both entertainers break down their successful careers: Lexi explains how she took real-life high school experiences and funneled them into creating her WWE character, and Ryan discusses his now 25-year career in the music industry. They also recount their cute...
A True-Crime Fix from Ana Garcia
September 01, 2023 08:00 - 36 minutesAna Garcia is a superb journalist whose beat is true crime. This eight-time Emmy winner is the host of the “True Crime Daily Podcast,” as well as “Beyond the Headlines,” a new docuseries on Lifetime, with new episodes every Saturday at 11 am ET/PT. Ana’s approach to investigating and reporting on true-crime cases is unique: She breaks down the details of what happened and then explores what comes next for the victims and their families. In our episode, Ana explains how digital forensic eviden...
The Uplifting Alan Chikin Chow
August 25, 2023 12:27 - 35 minutesConfession session…before meeting Alan Chikin Chow – a global content creator with over 40 million followers, and whose videos have been viewed a whopping 25 billion times worldwide – I had never heard of him. I’m clearly in the minority, and I’m so thrilled we got to know each other on today’s episode. Alan is a producer, a comedian, an actor, a writer, and a total sweetheart whose content is aimed at inspiring his audiences through laughter and fun. Listen as he describes his creative proce...
Marie Margoluis on Directing “Ayenda”
August 23, 2023 13:53 - 34 minutesThe subjects of Marie Margoluis’ new documentary, “Ayenda,” (premiering August 27th at 10pm ET/PT on MSNBC, and the following day on Peacock) are the teenage players on the Afghan National Women’s Youth Football team, and the Canadian-Afghan soccer captain named Farkhunda Muhtaj who orchestrated their daring escape from Afghanistan. Marie joins me to discuss the intricacies of the girls’ rescue from their homeland after Kabul fell to the Taliban in the summer of 2021, the terrifying family sa...
Nicholas Hatton Serves “Jury Duty”
August 18, 2023 12:18 - 43 minutesOne of my favorite shows of the year is, “Jury Duty,” produced by today’s guest, Nicholas Hatton. The premise of “Jury Duty” is that a fake trial is performed totally by actors, except for one person, Ronald Gladden, who believes he’s actually a juror and that the case is real. What was anxiety-inducing for Nicholas has yielded enormous returns, as “Jury Duty” is a huge hit and has garnered four Emmy nominations, including Outstanding Comedy Series and Outstanding Supporting Actor for James M...