Motherhood in Hollywood

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Tips on “Going Viral” From Experts Who Have Done It-More Than Once! Mar 13, 2017

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My friend Anna Lind-Thomas from HaHas for Hooohas is an author and fellow podcaster who has touched the viral heavens numerous times. Her co-host on The Anna and Susannah Show is author Susannah B. Lewis of Whoa Susannah fame. Both have gone viral with their website, memes, and online videos.

Christine Lakin Shares Her Birth Story & Details On ‘Hollywood Darlings’ Mar 06, 2017

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Christine has been a star almost her entire life and I immediately felt like I was talking to an old friend. Her birth story is raw, and honestly it made me cry which I wasn't expecting. A wonderful side effect of being a mom now is that I cry at the drop of a hat. I think every parent will be able to relate to her story and find a bit of themselves in there as well. She's grown up in the business and continues to work to this day. Most people would recognize her from her breakout role as "Al" in the 90's sitcom Step by Step. She's been on a slew of TV shows like 7th Heaven, Veronica Mars and even created her own docu-series Lovin Lakin. And now she's jumped into an exciting new project with fellow 90's stars Jodi Sweeten and Beverley Mitchell called Hollywood Darlings.

Get It Together Mom! GIT Mom Expert Aims to Empower Moms Feb 28, 2017

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Some days I think I have it all together. Then in one fell swoop things can fall spectacularly apart. I typically have some steps in place to pull it together but only because I'm an organization nerd. But I know that's not easy for everyone. Enter the GITMom movement. GITMom is a full service parenting coaching firm created by Eirene Heidelberger. She spends her days helping moms who feel like things are spinning out of control, regain control and well, get it together! She says... "The GIT Mom system is the only system that focuses on the mom, rather than the kids, allowing Moms to give their children the parenting they need so they have time to do the activities they most enjoy!" Eirene is a no BS lady and I like it. She uses her own experiences as a mother to help empower moms to parent more efficiently so that you have more "me" time. Sounds good to me! Some of the things we cover: Power struggles with your kids Know what sets you off Self-awareness is key to controlling your circumstances How to stop the negativity online and in real life Listen to this episode and tell me what steps you can take to take back control of your life as a mom. For more information on Eirene and how you can get her help, go to gitmom.com

The 50 Shades Phenomenon and the Rise of The Erotic Romance Novel Feb 20, 2017

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My guest this week is my friend and author Vanessa Fewings! She is the USA Today best-selling author of the Enthrall Sessions and The Stone Masters Vampire Series. With all the excitement surrounding the release of 50 Shades Darker, I wanted to hear from an expert on the rise in popularity of erotic novels and I knew Vanessa would have first hand knowledge of this world.

Brian the Birth Guy Has Tips on Doulas, Dads and Breastfeeding Feb 13, 2017

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If only I had known about Brian the Birth Guy when I was pregnant! I think it could have eased my fears pre and post birth. Having worked with over 21,000 expectant families, Brian "The Birth Guy" Salmon has taught many childbirth classes and currently teaches the incredibly popular Dad’s childbirth class “Rocking Dads”. He also teaches a couples birth class called “Facilitating Fearless Birth”.

Disney Reads Day and Special Interview with Jorge Diaz (Elena of Avalor!) Feb 07, 2017

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This week Channing and I helped kick off Disney’s Magic of Storytelling campaign, an ongoing initiative aimed at inspiring imagination and a lifelong love of reading. We went to a special event at our local Disney store to join Elena of Avalor in reading our favorite books! While we were there I got to interview a member of the Royal Guard. Jorge Diaz voices the character of "Gabe" on Elena of Avalor and shared with me what it's like to be a part of such a ground breaking animated series. He also talked about how his own life was inspired by books his mother read to him as a child. Books are so important to fostering the imagination and learning about new ideas and cultures. I can't wait until Chan starts reading on her own. I think she's going to be reading EVERYTHING. Do you have a kid who's really into books? I think I have one, she just doesn't know it yet. “We are so proud to have donated more than 57 million books through our long-standing collaboration with Disney,” said Kyle Zimmer, president and CEO of First Book. “Each year, the excitement around the Magic of Storytelling campaign grows, inspiring millions of individuals to help us bring much-needed new books to children in need.” Here's how you can participate in Disney's Magic of Storytelling campaign: One for One Book Donation: Disney will donate one book to First Book for every eligible Disney book purchased at a Disney Store or participating retailer during that store’s participation window. (A list of eligible Disney books and participating retailers are available at magicofstorytelling.com.) Share a Shelfie: Disney will also give one book for every “shelfie” — a selfie photo with a favorite book or in front of a bookshelf — shared on Twitter or Instagram using the hashtag #MagicOfStorytelling. Disney Story Central: Users of Disney’s digital reading platform can download digital books designed for parents and children to read together. Disney will donate one book to First Book for every book read in the app. Magic of Storytelling Sweepstakes: Consumers can enter to win a library of 400 Disney books for their school and a personal library for their home in the Magic of Storytelling Sweepstakes. For every sweepstakes entry, Disney will donate one book to First Book. To enter the sweepstakes and for more rules and information, visit magicofstorytelling.com. In-Store Events: Celebrate Disney Reads Day on February 4 at Disney Store, Barnes & Noble, and participating retailer locations nationwide. Families and fans can enjoy free family-friendly events like story time, coloring and activity sheets, and themed “shelfie” stations. A full list of participating Disney Store and retailer locations is available at magicofstorytelling.com. The program kicked off this month with a PSA narrated by Emma Watson, star of The Walt Disney Studios’ upcoming film “Beauty and the Beast,” coming to theaters on March 17. Over the past 16 years, Disney has donated 57 million books to First Book. Together with First Book, Disney Publishing Worldwide and Disney|ABC Television Group are committed to placing up to one million more books in the hands of children in need across the country.

Kandi Burruss Reveals New #RHOA Drama & The Launch of Raising Ace Feb 06, 2017

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Real Housewives of Atlanta star Kandi Burruss is not a lesbian. And she has no problem telling you that or about the reason her sexuality is a topic of discussion these days. It all comes down to one thing...Drama. I had so much fun talking to Kandi about the drama on her show and how she's not afraid to speak up if someone throws shade her way. This is her 8th season as a cast member on Real Housewives of Atlanta. And if you don't know by now, she's more than just a housewife. She's a singer-songwriter, record producer, business woman and mom. She's also a former member of the girl group Xscape.

Ep. 83 The Women’s March & Why Feminism Matters in Hollywood Jan 31, 2017

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My guest this week is actress, mom of two boys and self-proclaimed feminist Laura Nickerson. She was at the Women's March in Washington and I invited her on the show to talk about why she marched and what she experienced. Nearly half a million people marched in D.C, and millions more marched around the world for women's issues they feel are being threatened under President Trump's administration.

Ep. 82 Entitlemania: How Not to Spoil Your Kids, and What to Do If You Have Jan 23, 2017

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Do you think your kids are entitled? Chances are they might be and you don't even know it. In his new book, Entitlemania: How Not to Spoil Your Kids, and What to Do If You Have, Richard Watts gives parents practical advice on how to raise kids without entitlement. Watts has 30 years of experience as a personal advistor and legal counsel to America's most wealthy families and has seen first hand what wealth and entitlement can do to children. He's not afraid to tell parents to let their kids fail so they can succeed.

Spellbound by Just Add Magic Season 2 From Amazon Studios Jan 17, 2017

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ust Add Magic stars Kelly (Olivia Sanabia) and her two best friends Darbie (Abby Donnelly) and Hannah (Aubrey Miller) as they stumble upon a mysterious cookbook. They quickly discover that the recipe’s inside are far from ordinary. They are magical! The girls realize they need to use them to release Kelly’s grandmother from a powerful curse. What struck me most when I met the girls is how much they have grown up! This is my one-on-one interview with the cast as they talk about their love of magic, their frienship in real life, and what's next for their careers.

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