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Tammin Sursok and Roxy Manning are ‘Women on Top’ in Entertainment Oct 07, 2019

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It'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 show. Whether they're interviewing Heather Dubrow or Kristen Chenowith and talking about sex. Or Catherine McCord from Weelicious and talking about sex. You can bet sex, friendships, relationships, mom life will all be topics on the table. I think we talked about herpes within the first 30 seconds when I was on their show (side note: none of us have it!) Mandatory Credit: Photo by Sara Jaye Weiss/Shutterstock (10227026d)Roxy Manning, Tammin Sursok'Women On Top' podcast launch party, Los Angeles, USA - 02 May 2019Launch party for 'Women On Top' podcast featuring Tammin Sursok and Roxy Manning, at STK restaurant in Westwood. You can keep up with Tammin and Roxy on their Instagram @WomenonTopofficial and listen to their podcast on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review for Motherhood in Hollywood and their show as well. Who is your mom soulmate? Share below!

It’s International Podcasting Day But I’m Burned Out With My Podcast Sep 30, 2019

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Hey 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 burning 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 is taking up a lot of my attention and offering new and exciting opportunities. The reason I started MIH was to meet other actors and moms in my community. But now my acting career has been pushed into the back burner because so many other things are getting priority. Am I still an actor? Technically yes. Do I still act? No. Not for years. It's time to start making some decisions and changes around the future of MIH and my career in entertainment. I never thought I'd be a reporter again, and yet here I am breaking boundaries as the first plus size digital entertainment reporter at NBC LA. I love my job, but it's a lot of work. I love my podcast, but it's also a lot of work. As is creating content for social media, and all of the things that come with it. I also want to still be an active participant in parenting Chan and it feels like my work and business are overshadowing that. I feel like I'm on a hamster wheel and I don't know why I can't get off or change directions. I just keep running and eventually something is going to give. It might be the podcast. Or it might be something else. Lord knows Chris has has heard me talk about this a lot lately and I'm sure he' like me to make a decision LOL This rant doesn't mean that I'm unhappy with the amazing things that have come my way and opportunities that have come up. I'm still amazing at the things we get asked to do or be involved with. I just need to make a decision and rip off the bandaid. I go into detail about what's going on in this episode and I hope you enjoy it and know you're not alone if you're struggling with following your dreams, even if they are evolving. What does your dream job and career look like these days? Thinking of making any changes? I'd love to hear from you! Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review for my podcast. It would mean a lot!

Gather ’round Gelflings! We’re Going Deep Into The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance Sep 03, 2019

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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 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! Now she's joining me to talk about her new show called The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance on Netflix.

Why Mommy Drinks Podcast Hosts Betsy Stover & Amanda Allan Aug 27, 2019

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When 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.

Does Your Family Have a Safety Game Plan? The Game Plan Game Can Help! Aug 19, 2019

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It'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 they grow and gain more independence.

Latin Talent Manager Isabel Echeverry on the Rise of Latinos in Entertainment Jul 15, 2019

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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.

Courtney Lopez Reveals How She and Mario Make it Work Jun 25, 2019

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Sometimes 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 a taping of Erin's talk show and immediately bonded over our love of the East Side of LA (different than East LA BTW). And after talking with her I realized we have a lot more in common than just location.

Summer Fashion Tips From Celebrity Stylist Ali Levine Jun 11, 2019

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Summer 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. She sent me a couple of examples of what's in for wedges and a more affordable option from Kohl's.SO Taffy Women's Wedge from Kohl'sAlso, thankfully, leggings are in! She recommends a fun geometric pattern with a chill t-shirt. Or simple leggings with an oversized sweater.Ali says a fun geometric legging is fun for summer!And my personal favorite is a cute short dress with leggings underneath. I would wear something like that everyday if I could!Ali shares a lot more tips in this episode so make sure you listen! She also has her own podcast where she shares what it's been like being a fashionable mama. It's called Striped Down and is available on iTunes or her website, alielevine.com

The New Film ‘Best Mom’ Tackles That Mom Fail Feeling Jun 03, 2019

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Meg 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 watch "Best Mom" AT&T U-verse, DirecTV, DISH, Sling TV, Vubiquity, XBOX, Vudu, Fandango NOW to find out.Honestly I could have talked to Meg all day. She is so supportive and complimentary. It made me feel like the best mom in the world! Although Chan quickly brings me back to reality. I think this is a story that will resonate with a lot of women who often feel like they are failing at motherhood in some way. We are not perfect and we shouldn't expect to be. Let's all stop putting pressure on ourselves to be the best and embrace our imperfections."Best Mom" also stars Donna Mills, Krista Allen, Jilon Vanover and Violet Hicks. Take a moment to support indie filmmakers and fellow moms by watch her movie! You can learn more about this award-winning film at BestMomFilm.com.

Game of Thrones is Still Keeping Me Up At Night and Here’s Why May 28, 2019

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Like 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 to her studio to air our grievances about the final season and final episode I jumped at the chance. Not just to go talk with her about one of my favorite shows, but to see the inside of her radio station. It's been 20 years since I worked in radio and I wanted to see how much has changed. And let me tell you, not much has! Things are more digital now, but the basics of DJ and mic, tossing to songs, hitting your post... all of that is the same. Radio is a classic form of entertainment and it's good to see that it's still going strong.

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