Lunch with Stormy

Join Stormy for an elevating discussion with ex-gang member and Mayans M.C. actor Hector Verdugo as he talks about how he's transforming lives through Homeboy Industries, a program designed to offer new beginnings for gang-affiliated and previously incarcerated people. Hector doesn't hold back as he shares the raw reality the neglect he faced as a child, growing up with generations of gang members around him and how he fought like hell to turn his life around and teach others why without darkness, you might never know the light.

Join Stormy for an empowering conversation with rape survivor and advocate Naomi Seligman who has taken a stand against the current Mayor of Los Angeles, Eric Garcetti. From trauma training to her journey to healing, Naomi Seligman is an inspiring force whose voice must be heard as she demonstrates why being a whistleblower isn't for the faint of heart.

Join Stormy for an engaging discussion with Nakita Hemingway, an entrepreneur, political leader, realtor, cut-flower farmer, and the first woman to run for Commissioner of Agriculture in the State of Georgia. Learn what prompted Nakita, a mom of four, to run for office, and how she is tackling issues of hunger and voter suppression in Georgia. This episode will inspire you to take action in your own zipcode!

Join Stormy for a bite-sized convo with Jewlzie, a new, genre-less musical artist who is about to make a big splash! Become inspired as they speak about how she grew up, her interpretations of art, music, dancing, and poetry, her upcoming 2021 album 2 SHINE 4 U, her unique tattoos, and how she stays her authentic self as a creator.

Join Stormy for an illuminating #GivingTuesday convo with Walter Zooi, Executive Director of Young Musicians Foundation, a progressive non-profit organization that is transforming the lives of people in underrepresented communities by redefining music education and ensuring equitable access to its benefits. Tune in to get details on the new facility YMF is building in Historic South Central, Los Angeles, where they will serve exponentially more students through community-based programming than ever before, including new programs in workforce development.

Join Stormy Simon and Psychic Lynn Woods for a cosmic lunch that will lead you to regions beyond as they cover tantalizing topics such as astral travel, spirits and unlocking the intuition that lies in all of us.

Join Stormy for a compelling lunch with world-renowned acting coach and director, Michelle Danner. Working with everyone from Salma Hayek and Gerard Butler to Paul Sorvino, this is one master class episode that will inspire you to breathe, be authentic and pick up a few acting tips yourself.

Join Stormy for a captivating lunch with the indomitable Nancy Davis! The Race to Erase MS Founder, philanthropist, activist, Peace and Love Jewelry designer, and multi-tasking mom extraordinaire shares how hope carries us through our darkest days. The duo explore what it's like living with MS, Nancy's impetus for founding the revolutionary Cure Addiction Now, and the importance of being your own health advocate.

Join Stormy for a power lunch with the fierce, fabulous founder of The Compass Circle, Casey Cooper. This trucking industry icon not only became an entrepreneur at 15 with a vending machine business, she also turned a one-truck operation into a $6 million dollar transportation pipeline. Tune in for gems of wisdom from this force of nature who also happens to be Pharrell Williams' cousin. The duo also explore how Casey is bringing awareness and education to women-owned and minority companies who are underrepresented in the federal sector and beyond.

Join Stormy for a beautiful lunch with transgender 11-year-old Kai, his trailblazing mother Krista Whitley, and proud 13-year-old queer sister Bella for an authentic conversation celebrating the LGBTQ+ community and an inside look at a modern family who laughs, loves, and is also crushing pride parades with award-winning floats.

Join Stormy for a raw, real discussion with out and proud gay former LDS Mormon couple, Brad and Trevor, as they talk mission trips, coming out to clergy, and the surprising people and places they found solace in along the way. This lunch is chock full of family, faith, and an enduring love story that will inspire you.

Join Stormy for a significant lunch with indigenous Diné activist and documentary filmmaker Davina Smith. Settle in for a meaningful adventure through the sacred lands of Davina’s people and what it is really like to be an indigenous person in America today. Break bread and plenty of stereotypes with this conversation that’s sure to satisfy the soul.

Join Stormy for a rousing lunch with Sean Perryman, a grassroots activist vying to become Lt. Governor in Virginia. The duo discuss how Sean is blazing his own path after quitting his law firm job when they wanted him to represent Donald Trump to life on the campaign trail as a single dad. Sean’s ethics are strong and so is this episode, brimming with wit and real talk. From working for the late, great civil rights icon Elijah Cummings to his own hopes for a stronger, more unified America, this is a “Lunch With Stormy” episode that elevates and celebrates the future of public service and politics.

Join Stormy and tech exec Audra Gold, the creator of VURBL, a revolutionary platform akin to the YouTube of audio, for a meaningful conversation. Audra fearlessly Wonder Womaned her way up the corporate ladder of Silicon Valley, snagging an Emmy and endless accolades in a male-dominated industry. From sage career advice to why every voice matters, this episode packs some priceless megabytes of wisdom. TIMECODES FOR TEASERS – Audra GoldHighlights 4:12-5:06 Her college class was first to get email. She was a freshman when slowly the internet started and she became obsessed. Learned how to code and do HTML right from the beginning.6:40-6:57 talks about being a pioneer working in internet and how her family thought it was a fad 8:04-9:04 talks about digital product management basically being her whole career and how VURBL came about11:06-12:21 Discusses winning an Emmy while at a well-funded start up called Porthole Studios. It was the first year for the Digital Primetime Emmy category 10 years ago.

Join Stormy for a festive chat with the fabulous Brita Filter! Born as Jesse Havea to a Caucasian mother and Mormon Tongan father, this fierce force to be reckoned with has made drag history becoming the first Polynesian Tongan Drag Queen to appear on RuPaul’s Drag Race. The duo cover everything from wigs, allies, and the importance of the Covid-19 vaccine to handling internet trolls. This episode will leave you shaking the glitter off your clothes for weeks!

Join Stormy for a fabulous lunch with the legendary chanteuse Taylor Dayne! The duo touch on topics ranging from Taylor’s buzzy stint on “The Masked Singer” to her musical inspirations, and her enduring relevance in the entertainment industry. They also discuss Taylor’s surrogacy journey and reflect on what pandemic life has been like with her 18 year old twins, and the inspiration for starting her own live show “Dayne’s Den.” Stay through “lunch” and you’ll be treated to a special, musical treat for dessert with this undeniable talent who has sold 75 million albums and singles worldwide. #lovewillleadyouback

Join Stormy for an engrossing lunch with J.R. Martinez, a multi-talented motivational speaker, who is also an ambassador of hope. While you might know the Army veteran’s story of incredible triumph over the odds after suffering a traumatic injury in Iraq or his mirror-ball winning stint shimmying across the dancefloor on “Dancing with the Stars,” Stormy and J.R. deliberately explore another meaningful chapter in his story - his formative years before the military. Tune in for a dose of J.R.’s irrepressible personality and his uplifting message of resilience, grit, and optimism.

Join Stormy for a thoughtful lunch with dynamic Craig Greiwe, a business and branding expert who works at the intersection of media, marketing, and entertainment. The two trace his uniquely inspirational path from growing up in poverty to his career today as the Chief Strategy Officer for Rogers & Cowan PMK, one of the largest agencies in North America. Craig also shares his eye-opening perspective on homelessness in Los Angeles, how his law degree was inspired by “Legally Blonde,” and his overall approach for making “the safest boldest decision” both in business and life. Tune in for a lunch filled with practical wisdom from a uniquely self-made man.

Join Stormy for an unforgettable lunch with Judge Joe Brown, a man who has been breaking down barriers since becoming the first Black prosecutor in the city of Memphis. After 15 seasons of his highly successful court TV show, Judge Joe continues to impress and inspire the masses with his no-nonsense approach to litigation. From discussing his humble beginnings to deconstructing the justice system to defining masculinity during these complicated times, Judge Joe weaves wildly entertaining tales that will keep you hanging on his every word! Pop in for a supersized, savory “lunch” seasoned with plenty of spice and sass delivered by Joe himself.

Join Stormy for an illuminating lunch with Dr. Mathew Knowles, a man who has reached enviable levels of success across multiple industries including marketing, fashion + beauty, academia, and music. The duo cover a range of topics from navigating the holidays during Covid, to slavery, to the differences between Black and white culture, and how triumphing over cancer gave him a new lease on life. Stop in for a morsel about the upcoming podcast Dr. Knowles will be serving up to his own audience early next year and so much more. This second helping of “lunch” is not to be missed!

Join Stormy for an engaging hour with the globetrotting, celebrity medium Tim Braun who shares indescribably amazing stories about his connection to the otherworld. Tim explains what happens when we crossover, and also recounts a vision he had of meeting Mother Theresa that became a reality, finding him working alongside her in India. Drop by for approachable, pragmatic life advice, tips on how to manifest through gratitude, and learn how meditation can open you up to the spirit world.

Join Stormy for an exclusive hour with Dr. Mathew Knowles, a man who made a profound mark on culture as the creative force behind the Grammy-Award winning, zeitgeist-capturing musical trio Destiny’s Child. The two unpack Dr. Knowles’ multi-faceted life and scholarly pursuits from his formative years in Alabama, to his successful career as corporate executive, to his current incarnation as a lecturer, professor, philanthropist, male chest cancer advocate, and award-winning author. Drop by for a “lunch” filled with wisdom and heart.

Join Stormy for an inspirational sit down with socially conscious business builders Amanda Steinberg and Jen Boulden. Stormy traces how each of them built and sold lucrative businesses, and officially joined forces in 2020 to launch Higher U, a company whose mission is to empower social change leaders with the training and tools needed to to advance us toward a more just, humane world. Stop by for words of encouragement and leadership from this dynamic duo with 20 years of experience building business, political campaigns (including Amanda’s time running digital fundraising for the Marianne Williamson for President campaign), digital platforms, email lists, and progressive movements that have impacted millions.

Join Stormy for a timely conversation with Emily White, an entertainment industry powerhouse and co-founder of @iVotedFestival, the non-partisan, virtual concert that will take place on Election Night, Tuesday, November 3rd. Operating under the theory that music is the great unifier, 500+ top artists will perform in the biggest “music festival” of the year in the largest, single-night digital concert in HISTORY, all in the name of voter turnout. Tune in to find out how YOU can access the concert, and hear a fun cameo from upcoming #iVoted concert series performer Kevin MacDonald of the Red Hot Chilli Pipers, “the most famous bagpipe band on the planet!”

Join Stormy for a deep conversation with nationally recognized strategic communications leader and social innovator Naomi Seligman. A steadfast, progressive Democrat, Naomi gives Stormy the inside story of what it was like to work on Capitol Hill, expose corrupt senators, defend the outed CIA Agent Valerie Plame Wilson, and go undercover at gun shows to infiltrate the NRA. On a personal note, Naomi also shares how she was inspired by Dr. Christine Blasey Ford to come forward with her own #MeToo story, and dispels the work/life balance myth we’ve all been taught to embrace.

Join Stormy for a riveting conversation with the eloquent and erudite international reporter, Lennox Samuels. In a conversation spanning the globe, Lennox and Stormy confront core issues humanity is grappling with including racism, American exceptionalism, journalists under threat, Trump’s devastating global effect, and violence against women, a subject that Lennox has expert knowledge of, having won a Pultizer Prize for editing a groundbreaking series on it in the 90s. A masterful storyteller and fervent truth seeker, Lennox takes listeners on a journey equal parts harrowing and enlightening, from the warzones of Mogadishu, to Saudia Arabia, Tokyo, the Philippines, Bangkok, and beyond. Drop by for a thought-provoking perspective shift.

Join Stormy for a rousing conversation with fiery and fun political insider Dee Dee Sorvino. Stormy gets the inside scoop on Dee Dee’s days in President George W. Bush’s White House, her time as commentator on Fox News, and the parallels between Hollywood and Washington DC. Unspoken and unapologetic in her views, Dee Dee tells it like it is, giving listeners the most entertaining civics lesson you will ever hear. A Republican leader who still wants to party with the Democrats, tune in to hear Dee Dee share how everyone can get involved in the political process - from town council to the White House.

Join Stormy for a spirited conversation with former Democratic nominee for Lt. Governor in Georgia, Sarah Riggs Amico. Stormy traces the American Dream through Sarah’s journey from humble roots in the Ozarks, to Harvard Business school, then deciding between a career with the FBI or William Morris Agency. Discover how Sarah pivoted into politics leading to the recently launched Our American Dreams, a PAC that amplifies the voices of progressive female Georgians running for office. Drop in for a candid discussion around political campaigning and fundraising, and pick up tips on how YOU can get involved in your own zipcode.

Join Stormy for an unvarnished conversation with badass NFL Super Bowl Champion Jim McMahon. He gives Stormy the inside story of the early days of his football career, what it was like to be one the world-famous ‘85 Bears, and all of his antics that were breathlessly covered by the media. An outspoken cannabis advocate, he also speaks eloquently about how he successfully manages his chronic pain with the plant instead of pharmaceuticals.

Join Stormy for an epic discourse with the legendary Tommy Chong encompassing his nearly 60 years at the forefront of culture. Bonding over a shared advocacy of cannabis, they explore Tommy’s origin story beginning with his roots in the blues clubs at age 17, and walk through the start of his relationship with Cheech Marin. The conversation also details his battle with the federal government, his time sharing a prison cell with Jordan Belfort, and his newfound interest in tango.

Join Stormy for a powerful conversation with the dynamic and resilient Dan Nevins, an Iraqi war hero who became the only bilateral amputee yoga teacher on the planet. Dan recounts his harrowing wartime experience that resulted in both a traumatic brain injury and the loss of his legs below the knee, his recuperation at Walter Reed, and how a meaningful friendship with Stormy blossomed through a partnership between Wounded Warrior Project and Overtock.com.

Join Stormy for a thoughtful conversation with the accomplished and charitable Shelley Reid, President of Visionary Women, a unique nonprofit community advancing initiatives for women and girls. Hailing from very different backgrounds, Stormy and Shelley connect over the power of female mentors and role models, the importance of NOT waiting for approval, and the inherent strength that lies in being vulnerable. Tune in for words of wisdom, encouragement, and inspiration.

Join Stormy for a psychic journey as she discusses the intersection of tech and the spirit world with advisors from the new platform Psychics1on1. Over lunch, Stormy explores how the psychic arts are evolving and the trend of the spiritual advisor acting as a modern day life coach. Check out this episode to pick up practical tips about how to arm yourself with spiritually based self-care practices during this tumultuous time.

Stormy serves up a true meeting of the minds with “Survivor” winner, cancer ass-kicker, humanitarian, and all-around good person Ethan Zohn. Come take a seat at the table to hear about Ethan’s formative years, how he founded Grassroot Soccer, his use of CBD to heal, how he’s living today, and of course, his seasons on the hit CBS franchise, “Survivor."

Join e-commerce pioneer and corporate leader Stormy Simon for a deep conversation with Christopher Knight, known to many as Peter Brady from the iconic tv series, "The Brady Bunch.” Reflecting on his interesting path in life, Christopher and Stormy trace his evolution from teen heartthrob to tech entrepreneur to furniture and home goods designer.

Join e-commerce pioneer and corporate leader Stormy Simon for a real talk, in-depth interview with the multi-talented Torrei Hart! Touching on the the themes of transformation and reinvention, Torrei Hart and Stormy share an hour long conversation giving listeners a glimpse into their respective lives, displaying humor, vulnerability, and sharing inspirational coping mechanisms for living in our rapidly changing world.