Motherhood in Hollywood
206 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 92 ratingsEntertainment & Parenting Show with Emmy Award-Winning Journalist Heather Brooker
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The Brookers on What Being Married for 20 Years is Really Like
April 24, 2021 19:38 - 38 minutes - 35.7 MBAs I sit here, days away from an epic milestone of being married for 20 years, I have to pinch myself. I am the luckiest girl in the world to be married to Chris Brooker. After being married for 20 years, people ask me all the time how we "make it work" or "what's your secret" and I usually just give the same response: respect, laughter and a lot prayer. We love each other very much but as we've learned over our 20+ year relationship, love alone isn't enough. Chris and Heather Brooker at Ra...
Lacy and Darby Camp on ‘When We Last Spoke’ on UPTV
March 29, 2021 21:43 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBI was so excited to talk to Lacy Camp and her daughter Darby Camp about their acting careers! This mother daughter duo are teaming with talent. So much so, they are both starring in the new UPTV movie "When We Last Spoke." Darby plays a younger version of the character her mom plays named Juliet. "When We Last Spoke" airs April 4 on UPTV. "When We Last Spoke" is set in 1967. Two rambunctious sisters are abandoned and raised by doting grandparents and one wacky great-grandmother in the ficti...
Exploring the New Docs ‘Fake Famous’ and ‘Framing Britney Spears’
February 08, 2021 21:53 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MBYou know I love a good documentary! Two new documentaries have the Internet buzzing this week and we need to talk about them. The first is "Fake Famous," a documentary from former New York Times and Vanity Fair reporter Nick Bilton. It follows three people who claim to want to be famous, at any cost and explores how easy it is to create fame on platforms like Instagram. Courtesy: FX/The New York Post The second documentary called "Framing Britney Spears" was trending all weekend on Twitter....
Golden Globe and SAG Noms Are Next Week. Do You Care?
January 28, 2021 21:48 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MBListen, we've all got a lot on our plates these days. Between the pandemic, the insurrection, and a crumbling economy, who really has time to worry about the Golden Globe or the SAG Awards noms? Well, Hollywood does! Every year without fail, the stars drag out their botoxed butts to get their accolades and this year will be no exception. Heather Brooker on the red carpet for the 2020 SAG Awards. But this year will look difference because the nominations will be virtual as will most of the a...
From "Yellowstone" to "The Mandalorian" Here's What to Watch in 2021
January 08, 2021 19:38 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBWant to know what to watch in 2021? We have some tips! Listen, 2020 was a doozy of a year to say the least. And just when we thought 2021 could save us all, a bunch of nuts stormed our Capitol and people died. If that's how this year is going so far, I don't have a lot of hope for the rest of the year. So I invited Chris Brooker to chat with me about politics, the pandemic and what we can look forward to in 2021. Like what to watch on TV! Chris and Heather Brooker at Lake Arrowhead Resort an...
From “Yellowstone” to “The Mandalorian” Here’s What to Watch in 2021
January 08, 2021 19:38 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBListen, 2020 was a doozy of a year to say the least. And just when we thought 2021 could save us all, a bunch of nuts stormed our Capitol and people died. If that's how this year is going so far, I don't have a lot of hope for the rest of the year. So I invited Chris Brooker to chat with me about politics, the pandemic and what we can look forward to in 2021. Like what to watch on TV! Chris and Heather Brooker at Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa. Chris is my favorite guest for many reasons, bu...
‘HSM’ Star KayCee Stroh on Dancing, Body Positivity and Mom Life
October 29, 2020 01:46 - 50 minutes - 45.9 MBI am embarrassed to admit that I am one of those weirdos that has never seen "High School Musical." That is until I saw the most amazing woman on TikTok just slaaayyying her dance moves. I did the completely normal thing and Googled her and found out that KayCee Stroh played Martha Cox in all of the "High School Musical" movies. So I watched the movies and now feel completely qualified to comment on this pop culture phenomenon that millions of other people have known about for decades. I'm o...
‘Miracle in the Desert: The Rise and Fall of the Salton Sea’ Documentary
October 06, 2020 17:50 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MBI have a slight obsession with the Salton Sea area. There's something so fascinating to me about this area that was once the playground for the rich and famous and is now in ruins. Through a series of ecological disasters and land mismanagement, this part of the Coachella Valley is desolate, and facing another ecological crisis. The Salton Sea is drying up and the toxic dust that's left behind will leave a devastating impact on the surrounding communities, even reaching as far as Los Angeles ...
Distance Learning, ‘The Boys,’ and Re-entering the World Safely
September 03, 2020 23:12 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBChris Brooker is back and we're diving into our favorite topics: TV, and our kid! With so much content to watch lately it can be overwhelming to choose something you like. We have some recommendations like "The Boys" on Amazon Prime Video, "Teenage Bounty Hunters" on Netflix, and Cobra Kai on Netflix just to name a few. We are also opening up about what's like to start distance learning. Chan has been back in school for about 2 weeks and it's as sad as we thought it would be. She sits in ...
The Alliance for Women in Media Executive Director Becky Brooks
August 10, 2020 21:53 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBI've been working in the media for more than 20 years. Even though that pretty much reveals how old I really am, it's something I'm very proud to tell people. I'm a journalist who started out as a reporter in the small market of St. Joseph, MO. I was a "one-man-band" meaning, I carried all of my own equipment, shot and edited my own video and wrote all my own stories. Cut to 20 years later, and as the first ever digital entertainment reporter at NBC Los Angeles, not much has changed. I still ...
Must See Central California Road Trip Ideas and Destinations
July 08, 2020 23:13 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBIt's been a hot minute since our family took a true road trip. Quick trips to Palm Springs and Laguna Beach don't really count. I'm talking about packing up the pets, stocking up on road snacks and mapping out destinations. That's what we decided to do to get our safe, social distance road trip in for the summer. We decided not to go with an RV like a lot of families are doing for a few reasons. One, both times we tried to rent an RV it fell through. And also, we were planning to travel some ...
NBC Development Exec Demystifies the Network Development Process
May 27, 2020 22:25 - 33 minutes - 30.2 MBI have always been fascinated with television. I consume hours and hours of it each week and have since I was a kid. I was an 80s baby raised by a single mom who worked full time so the TV was my babysitter a lot of the time. And since I was little I have dreamed of being on TV, making people laugh and being a part of their family week after week. And while television has changed a lot since the 80s, my dream hasn't. The feeling I get when I watch a great show hasn't changed either. When I f...
Bravo TV’s ‘Married to Medicine Los Angeles’ Cast Member Lia Dias
May 18, 2020 22:42 - 18 minutes - 16.9 MBLia Dias is the newest cast member of Bravo TV's "Married to Medicine Los Angeles." She joins the show in season 2 and hints that the drama is worth tuning in for. She is a friend of Dr. Imani's and prides herself on the notoriety of being a business entrepreneur and a girl boss rather than embracing the lifestyle of being a typical doctor's wife. Her husband is a psychiatrist and colleague of Dr. Imani's. Lia Dias is a new cast member on season 2 of "Married to Medicine Los Angeles." We ta...
‘Instant Mom’ Co-Creator Jessica Butler on Non-Traditional Families
May 12, 2020 21:58 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBJessica Butler is the co-creator of the hit Nick at Nite series, "Instant Mom." She and her husband writer/producer Warren Bell created the show based on her experiences as a stepmother. She says she felt there was nothing on TV that represented how families can co-parent together. She also wanted to dispel the trope of the wicked stepmother, which does more harm to families than people realize. RaiseMagazine.com focuses on telling stories of non-traditional families. Butler is a stepmother...
How One Little Podcast Helped Me Build an Empire
May 08, 2020 01:47 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBIf you read the title of this post then you're probably thinking, wait, Heather has an empire? I might be exaggerating a bit. But this podcast did help me build a business, expand my network, and discover a new career path. This is my 200th episode of Motherhood in Hollywood and I'm celebrating! And of course my guest is Chris Brooker. We're taking a brief look back at the incredible guests who took the time to share their story with me on my little show and what has changed in my life in the...
Ashlan Gorse Cousteau on Conservation and a Virtual ‘Drop in the Ocean’
April 28, 2020 23:49 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MBMy guest this week is no stranger to the red carpet. Ashlan Gorse Cousteau was a red carpet reporter for "Entertainment Tonight" and E! Network before leaving it all behind to pursue her passion for conservation and story telling. If her last name sounds familiar it's because she's married to Philippe Cousteau, grandson of famous explorer and conservationist Jacques Cousteau. Together they have formed a passionate partnership around using the power of entertainment to raise awareness of conse...
Casting Director Lindsey Weissmueller Shares Tips For Actors
April 21, 2020 01:01 - 52 minutes - 47.8 MBThe entire entertainment industry has come to a grinding halt. There are a few movies and TV shows that were wrapped before the coronavirus pandemic hit that are still rolling out with PR, but for the most part there's nothing new happening. Yet. But you can bet when it does, I'll be ready. I've been spending some of my spare time doing self-tapes, general auditions and reading books about acting. I'm also soaking up any tidbits of information casting directors are sharing right now like my ...
Married Life and Working From Home During the Coronavirus Pandemic
April 07, 2020 03:11 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MBI've been living and working side-by-side with my husband Chris for over 3 weeks now. At first we were worried about how it would all work out. But I feel like I blinked and it was April. Chris is joining me on the podcast this week to talk about how our lives, all lives, are forever changed because of the coronavirus pandemic. This is what our current situation looks like as we life and work side-by-side during the coronavirus pandemic. We are both very fortunate to have our jobs but we kn...
Disney Creators Celebration Overview and Highlights You Need to Know
March 03, 2020 18:07 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBThe number one question in my DM's and inbox over the last month has been, how did you get invited to the Disney Creators Celebration? The short answer is, luck. The long answer might give you some insights on how you can get the attention of the Disney powers that be to hopefully secure a spot in this invite only conference. First, what is the Disney Creators Conference? It's a week-long celebration for creators that begins with 3 days at Walt Disney World, and ends on a 3 day Disney Cruise...
Life After ‘The Bachelor’ and ‘The Bachelorette’ with Deanna Stagliano
March 03, 2020 00:06 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBI'm embarrassed to admit it, but I've never watched "The Bachelor." Or "The Bachelorette." Well, I've watched enough of it to know it's not really my jam. But its cultural significance and popularity can't be ignored. There are dozens of podcasts, fan sites, and more dedicated to all things Bachelor nation and it's one of the highest rated shows on television. DeAnna Stagliano (Pappas) was on season 4 of "The Bachelorette" So when I found out my friend DeAnna Stagliano (Pappas) was not only...
‘Descendants’ Fairy Godmother Melanie Paxson Shares Her Journey to Motherhood
January 21, 2020 21:08 - 39 minutes - 35.9 MBYou have no doubt seen Melanie Paxson on your TV hundreds if not thousands of times over the last two decades. Most of you will recognize her right away as the "Glad Girl". She captured our hearts and made us want to use better food storage and trash bags when she starred in several commercials for Gladware. My favorite commercial she starred in was for Red Robin. Seriously, their burgers are bomb! In addition to being a prolific commercial actress, Melanie has a lengthy list of TV credits ...
‘Supernanny’ Jo Frost Returns to TV With Tried and True Parenting Tips
January 16, 2020 01:53 - 27.1 MBRaise your hand if you know everything about parenting? *sees no hands* I certainly don't know everything and am always trying to learn more about being a better parent. Thankfully we have Jo Frost, better known as the Supernanny to help us. And after a 9 year break from her supernanny role, she's returning to television on Lifetime TV. Supernanny Jo Frost and Heather Brooker having tea The Peninsula Hotel in Beverly Hills. Jo has 30 years of expertise in helping families navigate the often...
Here’s My Picks For The Top Movies to Watch in 2020
January 08, 2020 06:06 - 28 minutes - 26 MBChris Brooker is back on the show to talk about why we don't have flying cars and hologram watches yet (seriously, why don't we?) He's also here to talk about some of the most anticipated movies of 2020. Well, at least the ones we're anticipating the most. On the top of both of our lists is "Wonder Woman 1984." I love anything 80's and I have a feeling this is going to be a retro nostalgia overload and I can't wait. I think Chris is just pumped to see Gal Gadot in her WW outfit (and who can ...
Inside “Expedition Bigfoot” with World-Renowned Scientist Dr. Mireya Mayor
December 19, 2019 00:10 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MBDo you believe in Bigfoot? Tales of the Bigfoot go back centuries, and for probably just as long, scientists have been trying to prove Bigfoot exists. The new Travel Channel series "Expedition Bigfoot" takes a scientific approach to this tall tale, with the guidance of world-renowned primatologist Dr. Mireya Mayor. "With a unique blend of expertise, the 'Expedition Bigfoot' team – including Bryce Johnson, Dr. Mireya Mayor, Russell Acord, Ronny LeBlanc, and Ryan “RPG” Golembeske – may finally...
“Nevertheless” Documentary Goes Beyond the Headlines of #MeToo and #TimesUp
December 09, 2019 21:51 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBThere is powerful movement that's been taking root in Hollywood, and beyond, for the past 2 years. Many women, and some men, are standing up to say we've had enough of sexual harassment, assault, and unfair work place treatment. One of the ways we're learning about what's going on behind the scenes in Hollywood, is through documentaries like "Nevertheless." Director Sarah Moshman has built a career on providing a platform for women to tell their stories. After directing two short documentari...
New Year, New Workout! With PLATEFIT Vibrating Power Plates
December 05, 2019 00:05 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MBImagine shaking and shimmying your way to a fitter version of yourself in just 27 minutes. That's the idea behind PLATEFIT - a high intensity workout that uses vibrating power plates to shimmy you to skinny. Or at least, more fit. I talked with the founder of PLATEFIT Rachael Blumberg about why she created this work out, and if working out on vibrating plates really works. Rachael says vibration training is more than physical fitness and it's backed by science. She tells me NASA uses this t...
Couple Friends and Comedy With Jenna Kim Jones
November 12, 2019 19:47 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBI am in awe of moms who do stand up comedy. It's such a grind and the payoff isn't guaranteed. Add to that the negativity that comes with jaded comics who are "keeping it real" and it seems like such a hard road to travel with kids in tow. My guest this week is Jenna Kim Jones who is shedding light on the world of comedy while juggling mom life. Jenna and her husband Al host a podcast called Couple Friends. On their website, they describe is as a virtual friendship with their listeners. "Let...
Making Time to Get to Know the Moms on the Clock
November 05, 2019 22:54 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MBSo many times I think, I wish there was four of me! Luckily the ladies from Moms on the Clock had the bright idea to partner up and combine their talents to share with the world. I can't wait for you to meet Ashley, Steff, Brooke and Beth - the moms from Moms on the Clock! Each mom has their own specialty from fashion to food. And they share their talents on their website, Youtube channel and Instagram. I wanted to talk with these mamas about how they found each other, but more importantly h...
Putting Your Health First as an Actor with Teresa Reilly
October 30, 2019 23:02 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MBI've known Teresa Reilly ("Parks and Rec.") for almost 10 years. We did a small indie play together called Slumpbuster and to a lackluster crowd of about 10 people a night for 6 weeks (I think?). We've stayed in touched thanks to social media, but I noticed a prolonged absence on her end. She practically disappeared. I assumed, like most millennials that she was just taking a social media break. After all, constantly posting online can wear you out. But in reality, Teresa had an accident at ...
“Arrow” Star Katrina Law On Her “Hawaii 5-0” Role and Mom Life on Set
October 24, 2019 17:09 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MBI've watched Katrina Law for years on the hit CW show "Arrow" and now I can't believe she's on my podcast. I'm getting total cool wife points on this one! She played Nyssa al Ghul, a former high ranking member of The League of Assassins. My deep track nerds will appreciate just how cool this is. Internationally, she is also well known for starring as Mira on the critically acclaimed STARZ series “Spartacus: Blood and Sand” and “Spartacus: Vengeance.” Fast forward a few years and Katrina ...
Mom Influencers, Working with Brands, and FOMO with Erin Ziering
October 14, 2019 21:51 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MBHeads up! Real talk ahead. My friend Erin Ziering stopped by to be on my podcast! I wanted to talk about her new show on the Tellie App, but we quickly got sidetracked on a bunch of topics that have been top of mind lately. In LA there seems to be an abundance of fabulous events. Every week someone is having a party, hosting a panel, screening, unveiling, brunch or meet and greet. Honestly, it's overwhelming sometimes but we go because we want to network and support our friends. That's what'...
Tammin Sursok and Roxy Manning are ‘Women on Top’ in Entertainment
October 07, 2019 19:24 - 45 minutes - 41.5 MBIt's rare in this world to find your mom soulmate. Even rarer still, to find her in Hollywood where everyone seems to be looking for the next leg up using people along the way. Tammin Sursok and Roxy Manning clicked right away when their kids became friends in school. They even finish each others sentences and say they would marry each other if they weren't already married. So natch, they started a podcast. They host Women on Top on the Dear Media network. Nothing is off limits with this sh...
It’s International Podcasting Day But I’m Burned Out With My Podcast
September 30, 2019 22:21 - 13 minutes - 12 MBHey friends, real talk ahead. I've been podcasting for four years and more than 200 episodes if you include my bonus episodes, which I do. And honestly, I'm burned out. I was watching Marc Maron's show recent and realized he has been podcasting for 10 years this month and has over a thousand episodes. Holy crap that's a lot of talking. And I realized I don't know if I will make it to a thousand, or even five hundred. I'm burned out. I have too many irons in the fire right now and each one i...
Gather ’round Gelflings! We’re Going Deep Into The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance
September 03, 2019 22:36 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBHalle Stanford, President of Television for The Jim Henson Company (PRNewsfoto/The Jim Henson Company) Three years ago I was lucky enough to be invited onto the Jim Henson Studios lot in Hollywood to interview executive producer Halle Stanford. Little did I know then how much of an impact she would have on my life. We hit it off immediately because Halle's joy is contagious and she genuinely loves what she does, just like me! Peter Brooke, Creative Supervisor of the Jim Henson Creature Shop ...
Why Mommy Drinks Podcast Hosts Betsy Stover & Amanda Allan
August 27, 2019 21:13 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBWhen you find a comedy soulmate you grab ahold of them and never let go. Or at least start a podcast with them. That's what LA actors and comedians Betsy Stover and Amanda Allan did when they started the Why Mommy Drinks podcast. It's a funny, relatable and honest look at the parenting moments that drive us to drink. That being said, they don't do a lot of drinking or talking about drinking on the show. But that doesn't mean you shouldn't grab a glass of vino and enjoy it anyway. Betsy and A...
Does Your Family Have a Safety Game Plan? The Game Plan Game Can Help!
August 19, 2019 22:14 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBIt's happened to every parent at least once, you turn around at the store, movies or mall and your kid disappears in seconds. Your heart races as your mind quickly runs through all of the horrible scenarios. Then you find the stinker hiding in a clothing rack because they think you're playing hide and seek. Can you tell this has happened to me? It's also happened to moms Ellie Kanner and Lisa Solomon who have created The Game Plan Game. It's a board game designed to teach kids life lessons as...
Latin Talent Manager Isabel Echeverry on the Rise of Latinos in Entertainment
July 15, 2019 22:06 - 32 minutes - 30 MBLatin talent manager Isabel Echeverry had a vision many years ago while working at ICM to help Latinos make it in Hollywood. She has a self-described gift of connecting people and lifting them up. Cut to 10 years later and her vision is now a reality. Echeverry founded Kontakto and now represents some of Hollywoods top Latin actors and entertainment companies. Kontakto represents Emmy Award winner Sandra Vidal (Rica, Famosa, Latina), Vivian Lamolli (Warner Studios’ The Latin From Manhattan a...
Courtney Lopez Reveals How She and Mario Make it Work
June 25, 2019 19:33 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MBSometimes you get just a feeling about someone when you meet them. Like they are down-to-earth and would make a great friend. That's what I felt when I met Courtney Lopez, wife of host and actor Mario Lopez. We were introduced through our mutual friend Erin Ziering at a taping of Erin's talk show and immediately clicked. I was surprised and delighted to find out just how much we have in common. Courtney used to perform on Broadway as an actress and dancer and eventually made her way to LA. S...
Summer Fashion Tips From Celebrity Stylist Ali Levine
June 11, 2019 18:06 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBSummer is here! Now what do we wear? Celebrity Stylist and TV Personality Ali Levine is sharing personal style tips for every mom on the go. Ali has shared her work with The New York Times, FabFitFun, and USA Today and now Motherhood in Hollywood! Ali is also a new mom learning to navigate motherhood in and stay true to herself in the process. We started with a topic that's near and dear to my heart....shoes! Ali says this summer it's all about adding height with a summer sandal or wedge. S...
The New Film ‘Best Mom’ Tackles That Mom Fail Feeling
June 03, 2019 20:50 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBMeg Weidner is an actress who became a mom and was struggling with feeling like a failure. Raise your hand if you've been there? *raises hand* She joins me on the show to talk about the film she created and stars in called "Best Mom." The film follows Addy in her quest to be the best mom for her daughter. But as it turns out, that's impossible. So in a last ditch effort to connect with her child, she joins an improv group and discovers the joy of failing up. What does that mean? You can watc...
Game of Thrones is Still Keeping Me Up At Night and Here’s Why
May 28, 2019 17:42 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBLike millions of people around the world I was disappointed with the ending to Game of Thrones. Not enough to sign a petition or cancel my HBO. But enough that it's been keeping me up at night. I've been running the story lines around in my head about what could have been, or should have been. It doesn't help that I look at Twitter to see what other fans are feeling and seeing all of fan theories being shared that make a lot of sense. So when my friend Lara Scott from K-EARTH 101 invited me ...
Jamie Denbo Finds Comedy at the Ren Faire in Lifetime’s “American Princess”
May 13, 2019 18:17 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MBI was telling my friend Heather the other day that I interviewed Jamie Denbo who created a show all about the Ren Faire. Her reaction, like mine, was...FINALLY! Why hasn't this subject been explored and put on display for all to see before? Denbo created "American Princess" which airs on Lifetime on June 2nd. I invited her to tell me about this show and how she became an actress, producer and top improviser. Denbo came to Hollywood in a unique way. She didn't train a traditional top acting s...
Katie Locke O’Brien on Being an NBC Female Forward Director
May 08, 2019 17:21 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MBStill feeling very inspired after this conversation with Katie Locke O'Brien. She, like many, moved out to Hollywood to be an actress. But in recent years she's found creative outlets in other areas of entertainment. She applied for the inaugural NBC Diversity and Inclusion Female Forward program, was accepted and recently directed an episode of AP Bio on NBC called "Melvin." All within in the last 2 years! Katie Locke O'Brien directing Christopher Lloyd on the set of AP Bio But it all star...
How K-EARTH 101 Radio Host Lara Scott Became a DJ on a Dare!
April 16, 2019 21:24 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MBI don't know why I'm still surprised, but every week when I interview someone new I get another mom crush. Lara Scott is no exception. She is a bright light and I'm mad that I didn't meet her sooner. She is so easy to talk to and a great listener, both are qualities that make her an outstanding radio host for K-EARTH 101. Lara got started in radio at the age of 17 in Bend, Or. She and a friend thought the local morning DJ sounded cute (I can relate), so her friend dared her to call the stati...
Behind the Scenes of ‘Will and Grace’ with Actress and Stand In, Amy Crofoot
April 09, 2019 03:46 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MBWhen it was announced that Will and Grace was coming back, no one was more excited and surprised than my friend Amy Crofoot. Amy was a stand in for Debra Messing during the first run of the series and was invited to come back and share her talents for the second run. At first it was only going to be for a limited run, but the show was so popular NBC greenlit it for more episodes. Amy had no idea that by saying yes it would quickly expand into several seasons worth of work. I have known Amy ...
Beth Bowen on Reality TV Fame, Friendship and Finding Yourself
April 03, 2019 03:37 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBI have a new mom friend! Her name is Beth Bowen and we were destined to meet. I first heard about Beth from my friend Stefanie Fair when she was on my podcast a few years ago. Stefanie suggested I reach out to Beth at that time to have her on my show but I dropped the ball and it fell through the cracks. Cut to a year and a half later and Beth and I were invited to speak on a panel at Influential Summit in Carlsbad where we bonded over our love/hate relationship with social media and the ente...
‘Married At First Sight’ Stars Jamie Otis and Doug Hehner on Parenting and Podcasting
March 18, 2019 20:42 - 44 minutes - 40.4 MBI can't even imagine the balls it took for Jamie Otis and Dough Hehner to get married at first sight. But that's exactly what they did! They were on the first season of the hit Lifetime show "Married at First Sight" and are coming up on their 5th wedding anniversary. In the last 5 years they've faced challenges just like every newlywed couples do, but they did it under the watchful public eye. And from what I can tell, a lot of people are rooting for them to make it! So I was very excited to ...
Author of ‘How Not to Hate Your Husband After Kids’ Shares Tips
March 06, 2019 18:34 - 33 minutes - 30.4 MBHow many of you saw your marriage change in some way after having kids? It may not necessarily mean a negative shift but everyone's life changes when kids come into the picture. This week I'm talking to NYT bestselling author Jancee Dunn about her book How Not To Hate Your Husband After Kids. She's sharing her humorous look at how her marriage changed when her daughter was born. We all would like to think we are highly evolved, and enlightened creatures these days. But no matter how enlighte...
“Isn’t it Romantic” Screenwriter Erin Cardillo Shares Her Funny Twist on Rom Coms
February 14, 2019 02:34 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBMy friend Erin Cardillo is on the show this week talking about her new movie, and first movie, "Isn't it Romantic." She first started writing this movie 9 years ago. Nine years! And it's now hitting theaters. Let this serve as a lesson in not giving up on your dreams. Erin and her writing partner Rich Keith have been on my show before talking about their TV projects. They are a very successful writing duo and are currently working on several shows right now. I have offered to sleep with them...
Kate Casey Dishes With me on Celebrity Big Brother and Who Will Win
January 31, 2019 18:33 - 46 minutes - 43 MBI will watch any version of Big Brother, celebrity or otherwise. Even if the cast is a little lackluster I will always try to find something redeeming. Hey, at least the competitions are fun? But this season of Celebrity Big Brother feels like it's missing something. So I invited my girl Kate Casey from Reality Life with Kate Casey to be on my show and help me figure out what's up with CBB. This year the cast is Anthony Scaramucci, Dina Lohan, Ryan Lochte, Tom Green, Kato Kaelin, Natalie Eva...