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Sam Trammell Feb 05, 2020

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Accomplished actor and Tony Award nominee Sam Trammell is most widely recognized for his starring role of Sam Merlotte in HBO's award-winning series, TRUE BLOOD. The fantasy drama set ratings records for the network over its seven year run. Sam has a long list of accomplished roles in film and TV – from DEXTER to award winning dramedy, THIS IS US, to the hit movie THE FAULT IN OUR STARS as well as blockbusters such as KONG: SKULL ISLAND. Sam appears in several indie films including, SAY YOU WILL opposite Michelle Forbes, ABOUT RAY with Naomi Watts, Susan Sarandon and Elle Fanning, and co-wrote, co-produced and starred in the indie film, ALL MISTAKES BURIED. Say It Forward with Sam Trammell.

Warren Schueler Jan 28, 2020

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After 28 years of teaching chemistry and and more than 12 in Culinary arts Warren Schueler shifted to teaching workshops, team building and doing outreach to share basic cooking skills to formerly homeless individuals. After New York’s Super storm “Sandy” he began cooking at St. Mark’s Center for Community Renewal in New Jersey and has committed to working there forever. This is one remarkable story of authentic community engagement where his life’s work is evidence of the power of following what you love to find deep meaning in your life’s work. Say it Forward with Warren Schueler.

Fran Drescher Jan 21, 2020

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Today we welcome Fran Drescher, the multi talented actress, comedian, writer and activist you probably remember from her breakout comedy series, The Nanny – a wildly successful 90’s sitcom she created, wrote and starred in. The Nanny became so big that it tied household ratings with the now infamous mega hit, Roseanne. With her ‘cool girl’ status who started it all, she is busier than ever– from Broadway to comedy TV to indie films – she is being offered roles along side millennials who acknowledge they wouldn’t be where they are today without her leading the way. Fran is a vocal advocate for Women’s Health Issues and her second book, Cancer Schmancer about her own experience with uterine cancer, lead to the creation of her organization to promote early detection, prevention, and policy change. Fran is an LGBT rights activist and an ordained minister.

Laura Wasser Jan 14, 2020

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Laura Wasser is a divorce lawyer in Los Angeles whose clients have included Stevie Wonder, Maria Shriver, Johnny Depp and Heidi Klum, but her business is not only with high profile clients. She started an online service last year called, It’s Over Easy, which can steer you through divorce proceedings for as little at $750. Laura says her motivation for the site was not money, but to change the approach to divorce. “It’s Over Easy” provides a do-it-yourself template for dissolution, and also has referrals for off-line help should the process get stuck. She is the host of her own lively podcast called “Divorce Sucks” where celebrities talk frankly about their divorces. Say it Forward with Laura Wasser.

Dovi Frances Jan 08, 2020

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Dovi Frances is an international financier, entrepreneur and founding partner of SGVC, a venture capital firm based in Los Angeles. Over the course of his career, Dovi has invested more than one hundred million dollars in some of Silicon Valley’s most prominent and disruptive financial technology companies. He holds a Guinness world’s record for creating the largest life insurance policy ever and he made all this happen while under the age of 40. Dovi is also one of the main “shark” investors on the Israeli version of the reality television series, SHARK TANK. Say it forward with Dovi Frances.

Mike Medavoy Jan 02, 2020

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Mike Medavoy was co-founder of Orion Pictures, chairman of TriStar Pictures, head of production for United Artists and is the current chairman and CEO of Phoenix Pictures. He’s been honored with countless awards including the Motion Picture Pioneer of the Year Award, numerous international film festival awards, UCLA’s Career Achievement Award and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Cannes Film Festival, and it’s easy to see why. From agent to studio chief to producer Mike has made some of America’s great films including “Rocky”, “Annie Hall”, “One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest, “Platoon”, “Amadeus”, “Dancing with Wolves” and “Black Swan”. His films have garnered 17 Academy Award nominations and won seven Oscars. Say it Forward with Mike Medavoy.

John Wirth Dec 28, 2019

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Meet television writer, producer and show runner, John Wirth. He struggled throughout his tough early years while harboring a passion for poetry and screenwriting. It took him till he turned thirty to really get underway, but his journey is a study in what happens when you refuse to quit on your dreams. It may have taken him a while, but he made it to the top of the television business where he has stayed for four decades—writing and producing shows like Nash Bridges, Remington Steele, Picket Fences, Hell On Wheels and The Netflix series, Wu Assassins. Say it Forward with John Wirth

Michael Kassan Dec 17, 2019

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Entertainment media executive Michael Kassan is the founder, Chairman and CEO of Media Link, a leading global strategic advisory firm. Described as the ‘ultimate power broker’ Michael is a trusted advisor to media moguls, Hollywood visionaries, technology pioneers, advertising heads and Fortune 100 chief marketing officers. His prowess earns him top industry lists including Adweek’s “Power 100”, Variety’s index of the most influential business leaders shaping the global entertainment industry, Ad Age’s top media executives in America and the “Silicon Beach 25” list of the most powerful digital players in LA. His forte is his ability to solve complex business challenges and to see and seize opportunities across complementary industries. He discusses his thoughts on the changing landscape and shares how Media Link is navigating the age of digital disruption across all areas of media and technology. Say It Forward with Michael Kassan.

Kim McCarty Dec 10, 2019

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Artist Kim McCarty has lived her extraordinary life at the center of the California Art scene. Her compelling, fluid figures painted in a large scale, are in some of the most prestigious private collections and museums including the Hammer Museum in LA and the Museum of Modern Art in New York. She is a part of the foundation of an art Community that still shapes American Contemporary collections to this day. At 22 she married Michael McCarty whose LA and New York restaurants, “Michael’s” helped put notable chefs like Nancy Silverton, Jonathan Waxman and countless other top American chefs on the map. Kim modestly describes herself as Michael’s " side-kick” but Kim’s amazing art complements the delicious restaurant experience that her trail-blazing restauranteur husband brings to his guests everyday. Say it Forward with Kim McCarty.

Clint Carnell Dec 04, 2019

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Clint Carnell has served as Chief Executive Officer for The HydraFacial Company since December 2016, bringing a broad and deep experience in non-invasive aesthetics and skin health. Clint rebranded the company in 2017 and drove the company strategy and culture shift that has resulted in explosive revenue growth and rapidly growing global recognition. In 2000, he founded and later successfully sold Charleston Renal Care, a chain of dialysis centers to DaVita. He was instrumental in the development of LASIK during the early 2000’s as head of surgical for Bausch + Lomb, contributing to the rapid growth of corporate refractive chains. Clint brought his skills to non-invasive aesthetics, joining Thermage in 2005 where he was Chief Operating Officer and helped take the company public in 2006. Later named Solta Medical, the brands Thermage, Fraxel and Clear + Brilliant are still globally recognized by consumers and physicians alike. He is also Chairman of OrangeTwist , a chain of med spas that specialize in CoolSculpting, HydraFacials, Botox, Ultherapy, and an array of skin treatments that keep you looking and feeling your best.

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