Looking for something to make you laugh when you’re stuck picking up your kids in the carpool lane? Need to zone out and take a break from your nightmare of a boss? Who says informative has to be boring?! Meet our host Elizabeth Morales. The girl that’s done it all. Elizabeth has a person for everyt…
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Listeners of Left Unsupervised Podcast that love the show mention: elizabeth's,In this episode we talk with, Dr. Kevin Brenner, Double Board Certificated Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon in Beverly Hills. He specializes in Aesthetic/Cosmetic Plastic Surgery and has over 24 years of experience in the medical field. One of his many specialties is in breast reconstruction. We chat about the hot button topic of breast implant illness (BII) along with the latest procedures including fat grafting/fat transfer. Dr. Brenner is on the cutting edge of medicine and considered to be a Top Doctor and I'm so grateful for him. After being so sick for over 2 years, he was one of the only doctors that not only believed and listen to me but knew exactly how much I was suffering from breast implant illness. Thank You, Dr. Brenner! You don't want to miss this episode lots of information for feeling and looking your best.
In this episode, I sit down with my very talented and good friend, Amy Motta. She is an Actress, Producer and Host. You may know her for her roles in “Grey's Anatomy”, plus “Modern Family” and “Mad Men” television series, and that's just to name a few. Her new podcast “On The Rags”, is hilarious and so fun, you'll want to add this one to your podcast playlist. We talk about her badass sour dough bread baking skills she's perfected over the pandemic, along with all of her recent projects. This includes recently winning multiple Telly Awards for, "Craig's Vegan Ice Cream" commercial. Oh and btw, I can't get enough of her recent projects, "The Virtual End" (she produced & directed) and "Difficult Conversations" that just screened at TCL Chinese Theatre, at the Dances With Films festival. There isn't anything this girl can't do! She's a force to be reckon with, eternally busy and always just goes with the flow, well, it depends where the flow is going. Don't miss this super fun episode!
This was the last episode we recorded before the Covid-19 quarantine. In this episode Nicola and I, talk about our ultimate goals and what that looks like in a perfect world. Larry David watch out, the hilarious Nicola is coming at you. Further more, I believe TV needs a versatile female late night Cuban American TV host and I know just the girl. We also chat about all the different endeavors and creative projects we have accomplished to date and the lessons we learned along the way. I open up and talk about my very scary health issue in detail and the effects it had on me then and now. Woo, being vulnerable is hard. Lol As usual, we laugh, we keep it real, and we try to be as honest as possible with all the listeners. Stay Safe!
In this episode Nicola and I talk about our contrasting stories of how we landed in Los Angeles. I think everyone has a crazy story of how they ended up here, Nicola and I’s story are polar opposite with completely different chain of events. So many crazy details, from me almost getting arrested twice while driving cross country to getting my car stolen the first night I arrived in Los Angeles. Nicola being hand picked with her big corporate job to relocate to Los Angeles, were she worked with a company that was on cutting edge of the techie world (beauty and brains). Trust me when I tell you the stories are hilarious, shocking and quite different. We also hit on pet peeves and we express some of ours, which I’m sure a lot of you will relate to. Then we play the fun game of “Nic At Nine,” where Nicola asks me nine questions about myself that I’ve never seen before, the catagory this time is, “My Favorites Things”. This episode is full of laughs and stories that you don’t want to miss. We also have a special guest appearance by Romy & Michele. Lol
This is the second part of BII (Breast Implant Illness) episode with Functional/Holistic Medicine, Dr. Jennifer Jara and Perla Hudson. In this episode Dr. Jara, who has been in private practice for nearly 20 years and has a full scale approach to help a variety of patients seeking natural effective treatments to better their health through functional wellness. She has extensive studies in pain relief, structural biomechanics, medical technology, functional nutrition, endocrinology, blood/brain chemistry, food industry, weight-loss, and body detox. Dr. Jara talks about BII, what it is and what needs to happen after you have had your implants removed. She chats with Perla, who has been very open about her health issues after being diagnosed with BII and is helping her get back to her full healthy self to live her optimal life. Dr Jara has become a sought out speaker as an expert, not only within her profession, but as a voice within the community helping people learn how to maintain and restore their vital health. Dr. Jara discovered her calling and passion early in life: to help others live a pain free, healthy, and vibrant life through Functional Medicine.
In this episode, long time friend, Perla Hudson, shares her experience with Breast Implant Illness. She’s a force, and mother of two beautiful boys (London and Cash). Perla spent nearly two decades married to the infamous Slash from Guns ‘n’ Roses. Since her divorce, she has been on a healing path both physically and spiritually. Her honesty and openness on social media about her health struggles with BII (Breast Implant Illness), has started a conversation with many women. She talks about her symptoms, how she found out and how she is getting through what seems to be an epidemic. After surgery, she is feeling stronger, and sharing her journey to hopefully help other women. You don’t want to miss this very informative interview.
Nicola and I reminisce about the rock stars we’ve met and how we met them. Hint: Lenny Kravitz, Ozzy Osborne, Billie Joe Armstrong... Then there's “Valentine’s Day”. We talk about Valentine's Day traditions and how it made us feel. I'm bi-polar about it. We play a very funny game of one upping each other as two sexually oblivious females, in honor of the viral meme, #sexuallyobilivious with Karen Shipley, created by Nicola Graham. It was a pretty funny game and it made me squirm, but that why it was so fun.
In this episode we sit down with Ian Martin a certified raw vegan/living foods chef. He is the co-founder of Misha’s Kind Foods Cheese Spread and in a short time it’s established itself as the “Best Dairy-Free Cheese in the Market”. I’m not a vegan but when I tasted this cheese I was floored! It is delicious! A vegan cheese that doesn't suck! Not only is Misha's delicious but it's lactose free, gluten free, paleo, keto, kosher pareve, and 100% vegan. Nicola and I sample all the flavors and can't stop eating and ummmming! So good! Chef Ian also play's a fun game of Never Have I Ever.
In this episode I introduce my hilarious and very talented friend, Nicola Graham. She is joining Left Unsupervised Podcast and we laugh the whole way through. She's the new correspondent and we're raising the funny on the show. We talk about what age we lost our virginity, getting my hair perfectly coifed and her love for game shows, she even won a car. Nicola acts, writes, sings and produces, she's a girl with MANY talents. You don't want to miss this hilarious episode!
In this episode we sit and talk to one of my favorite Bravo Housewives, Kary Brittingham, from The Real Housewives Of Dallas. Originally from Guadalajara, Mexico, Kary is a self-proclaimed feisty female who isn’t afraid to speak her truth. I absolutely adore her and I love that she is a “REAL” housewife how pulls no punches while still remaining kind, classy, sassy and a bit smart assy. We talk about how she felt after LeeAnne Locken’s racist remarks towards her and how I was in totally awe of how she handled her and the situation. We also talk about her new jewelry line, “KAMO.” She loves pearls and was inspired to create her own collection of pearls, now branching out and working with different other natural stones, like Moonstone and Lapis to name a few. Her signature is two little rubies on everyone of her pieces. Her Jewelry line is exquisite! Her daughter Olivia also joins us and is following in her mom’s footsteps. She is currently studying Fashion at the Fashion Institute of Design and is a raising star, definitely someone to watch.
In this episode I sit down with stand-up comedian, actress, writer and long time friend Diana Yanez. I’ve seen her at the Comedy Store, Improv, Flappers, Laugh Factory and she is absolutely hilarious. We talk about her appearances on different tours, in Margaret Cho's SENSUOUS WOMAN SHOW as well as with Cindy Lauper, Debbie Harry and Rosie O’Donnell on the TRUE COLORS TOUR. So many great and funny stories! You can currently see her performing Off-Broadway at the Soho Playhouse in NYC with the critically acclaimed show she created and co-stars in with 2 other very funny ladies (written and performed with Sandra Valls and Maria Russell), "Latina Christmas Special". We laugh and bond over growing up with Cuban parents and all the crazy funny drama that comes along with that. You don't want to miss this episode!
This episode is a treat! It's our Thanksgiving special and Elizabeths sits down to talk to innovator and marketing expert Chris Denson. He is also a self proclaimed recovering standup comedian and author of the Amazon #1 bestselling book, “Crushing The Box: 10 Essential Rules for Breaking Essential Rules”. Chris is an expert at uncovering the best thinking across a diverse array of cultures. Applying his expertise to the likes of the White House, Art Basel Miami and Omnicom Media Group. He’s been featured in Adweek, Forbes and the New York Times. We talk and laugh on how to maneuver around the crazy holidays. We also pick his brain on tips of how to think outside the box.
In this episode, Elizabeth opens up about her health issues that were going on for the past year and the long, hard journey it has been. She talks to Kyme and Dwayne Mariner, RN Nurse’s, BSN, owners of Alpha Hydration, husband & wife team. Together they make an incredible mobile IV Vitamin & Hydration Team. They have extensive experience working in ER's and Trauma Centers. Elizabeth talks to them about the peculiar way they met and how they started their mobile vitamin IV service. These two know their stuff and they'll be telling us the benefits of vitamin IV’s. You’ll find out how Elizabeth got through the other side with help from this dynamic duo.
Girlfriends, everyone’s got em, some closer then others. Elizabeth and Dayna get personal and show some major gratitude for the women who help empower and hold them up everyday. This pallet cleanser of an episode is a conversational snack, and we mean that literally because we talk A LOT about Porto’s Cuban bakery, here in L.A. and Cuban coffee (jet fuel) and we refuse to apologize for it. Give this episode a listen and don’t forget to subscribe!!
Today Elizabeth sits down with her good friend, filmmaker, speaker, activist and now author David Damian Figueroa. The two discuss his journey, which includes producing the critically acclaimed documentaries, “The Harvest” and “Food Chains,” with Executive Producer and long time friend, Eva Longoria. David has also won the Dolores Huerta award for Farm Worker Justice and for his continued work in civil rights. He continues to fight for this cause that is near and dear to his heart. They also discuss his new book, “A Reminder To My Twenty-Three Year Old Self” (already a best seller!). Elizabeth and Dayna talk real life vs. social media life and pumpkin spice, (love it or leave it) in this fun and moving episode.
After a month of beauty and wellness Elizabeth and Dayna sit down to do the most important self care of all: a little bit of ranting and raving. In this hysterical episode the two cover pet peeves, bad service and more! It’ll feel like you’re sitting around venting and laughing with some of your funniest girlfriends after a long day at work... Don't forget the wine!! Make sure to listen.
This week Elizabeth sits down with Beauty Heroes founder, Jeannie Jarnot, former spa director turned entrepreneurial visionary! Beauty Heroes is your destination for healthy green/blue beauty products. We talk all things beauty, earth and planet. In this WILDLY informative episode, we laugh and hit some truth about what we put on our skin and what we can be doing to help our planet (hint, a lot has to do with the products we use!) Also, this episode contains the greatest tip of all time for using natural deodorant, and IT WORKS!
This week Elizabeth sits down with hair extension queen and celebrity stylist, Laura Rugetti. The two discuss the obvious: hair, beauty, tips and tricks. They get personal and connect on being mom bosses, while still making time to build their empire. Laura loves to make her clients look and feel good about themselves. You’ll get the inside scoop on Richy hair extensions, what it’s been like working on set with celebrities (Tori Spelling, Teddi Mellencamp and some of your favorite Bravo Housewives!) Where can you get the look you’ve always wanted? (Hint; it’s at The BeautyCan!) So sit back, relax and try not to cut your own bangs while listening!
This week Elizabeth sits down with the force that is Nic Mora, TV Host, Blogger and Philanthropist. These two bond almost instantly in this snackable, laughable episode that feels like a wine night sleepover between two old friends. They cover drive, focus and most importantly some really great tips for taking time for yourself. You’ll laugh, you’ll be MORA-VATED and most importantly UNSUPERVISED.
In the Season 3 premier Elizabeth sits down with chef Serena Poon! In this wildly informative and funny episode the two talk beauty and wellness from the inside out. Serena shares her personal connection to her passion for wellness, her amazing company “Just Add Water”, "Serena Loves TV" as well as tips, tricks and suggestions for go to healthy late night snacks. This season has everything you love and a few things you didn’t know you needed!
In this seasons grand finale Elizabeth sits down with the hysterical and talented architectural artist, Randy Morgan. The two seamlessly flow from topics including wild stories from the 70’s, driving from California to Chile on a surfing adventure, before Randy followed his creative passion full time. They talk about his recent TV pilot, "Celebrity Art House", his incredible book, "The Creation Code", on Amazon's top 5 best seller list and his amazing ability to reinvent himself. You’ll laugh, be inspired and find out some horrific design choices made by Elizabeth and Dayna! He might work with bronze but this interview is pure gold.
On this week’s episode, Elizabeth sits down with her great friend nature photographer, Courtney Rochelle. These two bond over discussing their passion, family life balance, soul searching and full circle artistic moments. Courtney goes into detail about her photography series, “Into The Woods,” and learning from the mentor of her hero, Ansel Adams. This episode is a must listen for anyone searching for a passion and asking the question what does it mean to have it all? (Hint; Elizabeth and Dayna try there best to figure this one out!)
In this weeks episode Elizabeth and Dayna are left unsupervised all by themselves in the studio! Taking a break from the normal format the two sit down to discuss International Women’s Day, Dating, technology and so much more in this conversational pallet cleanser. Get to know the ladies behind the microphones a little better in this episode where Elizabeth tells the origin story of meeting her husband; Dayna explains why millennials have so many freakin’ jobs, and the two bond over the parallels of dating then and now!
In this episode Elizabeth sits down with her guest, comedian, actor and rising superstar Santina Muha. You can see her on Netflix's, One Day At A Time, and feature films, "Don’t Worry He Won’t Get Far On Foot" and "Greener Grass." The two discuss her amazing journey as an actor and performer over the last few years, and everything coming full circle. She talks about acting opposite Joaquin Phoenix and getting to improvise on Curb Your Enthusiasm. We talk about her amazing new show at UCB, "Rolling With My Homies", that isn’t just hilarious, but helps to bring awareness to accessibility through humor and representation. She shares personal stories, including a heartfelt thank you to Luke Perry who touched her life on a personal level. This episode is as funny as it is insightful and vulnerable, as Santina and Elizabeth hold nothing back.
Catching up with long time friend, Chris Cuffaro, and legendary photographer. Cuffaro is known for his iconic photos of George Michael, Michael Hutchence, Henry Rollins, George Harrison, Jane’s Addiction, Pearl Jam and Nirvana and so many more. I met Chris way back in the day when we were both just two young souls working in the music scene. Cuffaro gives us the inside scoop of the music industry and tells us all about what it was like to be in the center of it all during such an iconic time in music history. He’s appeared in magazines such as Rolling Stone, Spin and Vibe and has also shot over 200 album covers. You don’t want to miss his great stories and have an all access backstage pass.
This week’s guest, Lisa Arturo, is an actor and animal advocate. She's been on television shows such as, Ballers, Bones, 90210 and many more! She’s returning for her second year to judge the American Rescue Dog show on the Hallmark channel. When she is not acting, she's a champion for animals and an activate advocate for 15 years. In 2019 she founded Big Love Animal Rescue, an organization committed to rescuing and rehabilitating abandon animals. On this episode Elizabeth and Lisa discuss their mutual love of dogs, crazy animal rescue stories and how you can be a rescue warrior.
Today Elizabeth sit’s down with friends Rob Cook, Wellness Coach, Trainer/Host and Show Correspondent, Dayna LoBosco to discuss bad Valentine's Day stories, dating and all of the horror stories that go along with it. Breaking from the traditional format, these three use their wildly different perspectives to find common ground on our least favorite holiday. Sharing personal anecdotes they explore topics from dating apps to how to ghost someone in the 90s. This hilarious conversation will lift your spirits if you’re not looking forward to Valentines Day!
Catie Waters is a singer/songwriter who as traveled the world. She is currently signed to Trippin ‘N’ Rhythm Records/Sony Music Entertainment. Her unique voice blends soul, jazz, R&B, pop, and funk. Her freshman album, “Stone Child,” received critical acclaim and she’s working on a new album that is releasing later this year. In this episode, we’re talking music, soul & all that Jazz. Her soul meets jazz vibe and unreal vocals will blow you away. Listen as she sings an acoustic version of her original song, “Stone Child” in the studio, it’s INCREDIBLE.
Fareen Butt is a world-renowned artist who works on a highly exclusive basis. Her works are commissioned internationally, and one of her most famous pieces was purchased by Prince Albert of Monaco for his collection. Fareen has been visually intuitive since a young age and in this episode she talks about the experiences that shaped her into the artist she has become today. Fareen uses ancient Japanese and Indian techniques partnered with crushed gemstones and precious metal-based pigments. Her paintings harness vibrations and are filled with pure gold, silver, sapphires, rubies, diamonds, onyx, even minerals derived from meteors. Fareen continues to share her love of art working on passion projects in New York City.
Kincaid Walker is the wildly talented creator, writer and star of the newest digital series, HUG IT OUT, for which she was named "Best Emerging Female Creator”. Known for GILMORE GIRLS, MY NAME IS EARL, and PARKS AND REC to name a few of a very long list of credits . You can catch her now as Hillary on the hit ABC show SPEECHLESS, along side Minnie Driver. Kincaid sits down with me to discuss creating your own content, being a woman in the industry, and all the best parts of wearing so many hats. Funny and insightful, this episode is a must listen for creators and comedy fans a like.
Troy Jensen is an iconic makeup artist, photographer, and entrepreneur. His unparalleled creativity has led him to become one of the beauty industry’s most respected and sought after talents. With over thirty years of experience working with the world’s most recognizable faces like Cindy Crawford, Tyra Banks, Elle Macpherson and Hollywood’s A-listers like Jennifer Lopez, Gwyneth Paltrow, Bjork, Salma Hayek, just to name a few. He also helped create the look for the Ultimate influencer, Kim Kardashian. He has been in countless magazines including InStyle, ELLE, Cosmopolitan and Glamour. Troy is an incredible artist in every sense of the word. He is now building incredible and innovative brands like STARLET MUSE LIP collection. Troy is also working with Twila True on branding products such as KRUPAWS LED pet accessories, as well as the new Jordin Sparks Signature Collection Jewelry.
Dr. William Schweitzer and his office manager/wife, Karen, are the dynamic duo your skin needs. As a celebrity dermatologist with nearly 30 years experience, Dr. Schweitzer has been featured on the hit CBS show, the Doctors, Extra on E! network, and multiple beauty magazines. Karen, is the self-proclaimed experimental subject of the office, always willing to go the extra mile for clients. This power couple will not only make you laugh, they can and WILL make you beautiful. Dr. Schweitzer fills us in on the latest and greatest dermatology trends the technical way, while Karen shoots straight from the hip. The vibrant duet will keep you learning and laughing all the way through.
It's been a fun journey from Miami to Hollywood for Oscar Torre. He is an actor, film director, and producer. His most recent work can be seen on OWN network, in Tyler Perry's soap drama, The Have and Have Nots. Torre has been featured in countless movies and projects, such as Hangover III and the Lionsgate film, Ladron que Roba a Ladron. Elizabeth and Oscar compare notes on what being Cuban in Los Angeles is really like!! She also discovers the authentic side of Torre, who is often portrayed as the tough guy (i.e. CBS's CANE); Oscar offers a candid navigation through the wild world of crazy auditions, accents, and even the death of his cousin and fellow beloved actor, Julio Oscar Mechoso. This is a must listen for anyone curious about the keys to a fruitful career. Torre's honesty, persistance, and need to create have served him well.
Shane Snow is an award-winning journalist and best selling author of the books Smart Cuts: The Breakthrough Power Of Literal Thinking and Dream Teams: Working Together Without Falling Apart. Shane’s work has appeared in Wired, The New Yorker, and The Washington Post, and Time. He has been called a "Wunderkind" by the New York Times, a "Digital Maverick" by Details Magazine, and his work "insanely addicting" by GQ. Shane is a successful entrepreneur that co-founded the technology firm, Contently and the non-profit, Hatch Institute. In this episode of Left Unsupervised, Shane tells Elizabeth about his Halo Top ice cream diet, writing his best selling book and the breakthrough immersive sensory experience he created.
Perla Hudson spent nearly two decades married to the infamous Slash from Guns N' Roses. The rockstar wife, bad ass business woman and mother of two beautiful boys (London and Cash) recently went through a very public divorce from her former rocker husband. In this episode of Left Unsupervised, Perla sits down with Elizabeth to discuss the Rock and Roll lifestyle, the pressures of being in the public eye, having kids, being newly single and creating a new identity for herself after their divorce.
Joe Menendez is an award-winning film and television Director that has directed over 100 hours of TV including the series From Dusk Till Dawn, 12 Monkeys and multiple episodes of the horror series 12 Deadly Days. He is also currently the Director and Co-Executive Producer of the hit TV show Siren. In this episode of Left Unsupervised, Joe talks with Elizabeth about his rise to success in the field of directing, crossing over from Spanish films into the American market and his scariest moment on a horror set.
Dr. Anna Guanche from the Bella Skin Institute is a renowned specialist and celebrity dermatologist who has appeared on Extra and The Doctors. Together Dr. Guanche and Elizabeth discuss the bitch that is aging and review a variety of treatments designed to combat the aging process. In this episode, Dr. Guanche reveals her exclusive new treatment The Scarlet SRF and explains this breakthrough new procedure to us.
Andrea Quinn is a highly sought after Master Certified Life Coach and Empowerment Specialist that leads multiple Women’s Accomplishment Groups where she guides female professionals to personal fulfillment by utilizing her unique method known as “The Quinn Essentials.” Andrea’s clients include creatives, visionaries, influencers and decision makers who work for some of the most powerful and progressive companies in the nation. In this episode Elizabeth talks about her own personal experience with using The Quinn Essentials and discusses how to implement those tool to help you live your happiest most successful life.
Lowell Sanders is a fantastic comedian who is currently opening for Tim Allen at The Mirage in Las Vegas. In this naked podcast episode Lowell talks about his time performing on a nude cruise, his life on tour, and the surprising way that he and Elizabeth met 25 years ago.
Photo: Sandra Peebles Sandra Peebles is an 11-time Emmy Award winning journalist who is currently the main News Anchor for Univision 23, Miami. In this episode of Left Unsupervised, Sandra gives us the inside scoop on some of her most memorable award winning news stories, relives her exclusive interview with a serial killer and tries to spot the “real” fake news in our #fakenews segment.
Photo: tvsourcemagazine.com Jordi Vilasuso is an Emmy Award winning actor known for his role of Tony Santos in the Guiding Light. He is is currently starring in the Young and the Restless, and can be seen in the film The Invitation on Netflix. Jordi joins Elizabeth in the studio to talk about what happened to his Emmy, his favorite spanish curse word, and finding a balance between father, husband and actor.