The Whole Story with Heather Lake and Ashley Jacobs is all about having real conversations and taking a deeper dive into hot topics and current events. This is the chance to get to know your favorite celebrities, chefs, health and fitness experts, and so much more. This is the place where two trained television reporters step out of their roles as edited journalists and move into long form dialogue. A place where there are no soundbites, just raw conversations.
Find out how "Top Chef" Brian Malarkey accidentally got casted on Bravo's beloved cooking show. His rise to fame is an unconventional story, and now he's starred on more than a decade of reality driven competition cooking shows. He talks to Heather and Ashley about his behind-the-scenes TV moments, cooking for Martha Stewart & working in the hospitality industry during the 2020 shutdown. Besides cooking on TV, Brian is busy with new "At-Home" cooking lessons where he teaches the masses how to cook like a pro. Connect & Cook with Brian: https://www.brianmalarkey.com New Olive Oil Line: https://chefslife.com Support the Hospitality Industry: https://www.goldenrulecharity.org
Heather and Ashley talk to Dr. Kim, a licensed marriage and family therapist & registered play therapist. Don't know what "play therapy" is? Well, you're about to find out. She talks all about what a child "therapy" session entails, along with many useful tools to set your family up for success when it comes to communicating (at any age). Dr. Kim discusses her unique role with children, when it's time to talk to a therapist (anytime, really), and the different styles of discipline in 2021. Find out more about Dr. Kim: http://theparentologist.com/
This duo is major #couplegoals. Heather & Ashley chat with Tyler & Kristen Gaffney. Ty is a retired NFL athlete with 2 Super Bowl ring to boot. He's played with the Patriots, 49ers, Jaguars & Panthers while maintaining an amazing family life. Kristen & Ty have 2 young boys and are basically the "Tom and Giselle" of San Diego. Kristen is a rising star on the pages of many magazines (included Sports Illustrated Swim). She's a supporter of women everywhere, and their path to self discovery and self love. This power couple is diving into new adventures and manifesting their dreams. They share how you can have it all on The Whole Story Podcast. Connect with Kristen & Ty: https://www.instagram.com/kristenlouelle/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/tygaff/?hl=en
Heather and Ashley talk to Jackie Seigal, featured in the 2012 documentary, The Queen of Versailles. The project is still in the works and Jackie talks about her time creating the documentary during the 2008/2009 economic crisis, and loss of her oldest daughter to a drug overdose. Seigal still directs the Miss Florida pageants and is married to billionaire, David Seigal. After the loss of her daughter she's created a foundation to assist parents and others experiencing drug addiction. Jackie breaks down the foundation and her new found love for her "Versailles" project in Florida. Victoria's Voice Foundation: https://victoriasvoice.foundation
She started with nothing and is now a happily married momma of 4. Danielle Schaffer's blog "City Girl Gone Mom" has been popular amongst working & stay-at-home moms alike as she shares the ups & downs of parenting. She's a contributor for "Today Parents" and most recently is busy with her youngest "Boss baby Brody", who has been featured on America's Got Talent, Oprah & in music videos w Jojo Siwa. She's opening the discussion for kids and gender norms all over the world with her tiny dancer. Heather & Ashley talk to Dani about Brody & much more on The Whole Story Podcast. Connect with Dani: https://www.instagram.com/citygirlgonemom/?hl=en Blog: https://citygirlgonemom.com
Heather & Ashley get the scoop on how Hollywood A-listers learn to play their military/tactical movie roles. Remi Adeleke is an author, actor, screen writer, producer & former Navy SEAL. He breaks down his background being raised by a single mom in the bronx to transforming his life and joining the Navy. Now he works on some of the biggest movies in Hollywood acting and consulting. Listen as Remi shares some of his biggest accomplishment with family & personal life on The Whole Story. Remi's book, Transformed: https://www.amazon.com/Transformed-Unlikely-Journey-Streets-Defying-ebook/dp/B07BB593P5 Kejo Wear: https://kejowear.com
Heather and Ashley take a deep dive into the life of Peloton instructor, Kendall Toole. They talk about what it takes to prep for LIVE rides, her newfound fame, and keeping your mental health in check. She dishes about her pre-ride makeup routines and how she stays looking fab during the sweatiest rides in the Peloton studios in NYC. Listen to learn her pre-Peloton story and how she joined the team just a few short years ago. Connect with Kendall: https://www.instagram.com/fitxkendall/?hl=en
Heather & Ashley are talking all things "behind the scenes" of life as a working mom in television. In Season 2 they want to know, "who would you want at your dinner table?'. They talk about their top picks, and some of the fun stories they dive into on The Whole Story Podcast.
Heather & Ashley talk with broker Tyler Whitman of Bravo's Million Dollar Listing New York. He talks about his southern upbringing, radical weight loss and road to sobriety. Tyler is one of the newest stars of the show, and is just now sharing his struggles with addiction and alcoholism in the public eye. He's a fun, flirty, New York City dweller who is rising to the top in his real estate career. Heather & Ashley talk about how we was cast, his biggest sell so far and what's in his future. connect with Tyler: https://www.instagram.com/tylerwhitman/?hl=en
Heather and Ashley talk to Bachelor Alum Tenley Molzahn Leopold about finding love after being a long standing participant of the Bachelor franchise. Tenley was a finalist in 2010, continued on Bachelor Pad & Bachelor in Paradise. Now a new mom & happy wife she talks about the good, the bad and the ugly behind the show & shares her secrets to finding joy after years of the dating game. Connect with Tenley: https://www.instagram.com/tenleymolzahn/?hl=en
Heather and Ashley discuss their early morning TV beauty routines. They talk to Doctor of Chinese Medicine, founder and master herbologist at JBK Wellness Labs, Dr. Jenelle Kim. She breaks down the most toxic ingredients in today's beauty products and the formulations she's creating for the whole family. From hand sanitizers to everyday lotions, she gives them the whole story behind why we're seeing “clean beauty” trends popping up everywhere. Links for JBK Wellness Labs, Good Essentials & Dr. Jenelle's new book launch: https://jbkwellnesslabs.com https://goodessentials.com https://www.amazon.com/Myung-Sung-Korean-Living-Meditation/dp/1786785943
Heather and Ashley reveal the weirdest places they've breastfed (and had to pump on the job)….but neither tops the catwalk! Sports Illustrated swimsuit model Mara Martin reveals the moments leading up to her viral walk on the runway. She talks about transitioning from athlete to model and manifesting your goals. In true mom form, she has to record this podcast in her car while the baby naps and you won't want to miss her text exchange mishaps with Ashley.
Heather and Ashley talk with the ambassador for the World Famous San Diego Zoo! Rick Schwartz shares his love for animals, conservation and how he recreates habitats in fancy New York hotel rooms. He's traveled the country putting animals on TV and meeting top stars of network television. He shares the story behind how it all started. Details on San Diego's Frozen Zoo: https://science.sandiegozoo.org/resources/frozen-zoo®
Heather and Ashley talk with the Chief Meteorologist at ABC News, Ginger Zee. She dives into her early morning schedule and balancing motherhood while covering natural disasters around the world. She shares her secrets to combatting haters on social media, battling depression and keeping it fresh with her husband. From hairstyles to high heels, she reveals the whole story when it comes to being a female scientist in the spotlight. Ginger's new book: A Little Closer to Home
Heather and Ashley talk about cooking fails and new recipes with Sam The Cooking Guy. Sam has nearly 3 million followers on YouTube and has created an empire with no formal training in the kitchen. He shares his tips on growing your own social media while maintaining authenticity. In this podcast, learn how a guy in BioTech ended up cooking on TV for a living as he shares The Whole Story with Heather and Ashley. Sam the Cooking Guy on YouTube & new cook books
Heather and Ashley learn how to become a "Dr. Mom". Both of their families survived COVID-19; they talk about their experiences battling the virus. Naturopathic Doctor, Elana Roumell, empowers parents with the tools to ask their doctors the right questions. Everything from childhood nutrition to homeopathic remedies, they discuss what should be in your medicine cabinet now…plus the surprising childhood tragedy driving the force behind her passion to educate parents as she shares her Whole Story. Notes: Vitamin D in preventing COVID Effects of Vitamin D on COVID Can zinc shield infection? Zinc against COVID-19? Med School for Moms
The Whole Story Podcast with Heather Lake and Ashley Jacobs is all about having real conversations and taking a deeper dive into hot topics and current events. This is the chance to get to know your favorite celebrities, chefs, health experts, and so much more. Heather and Ashley are two veteran television reporters stepping out of their roles as "edited" journalists and moving into long form stories. This is a place where there are no soundbites, just raw conversations.
Heather & Ashley fantasize about Bravo's Real Housewives franchise coming to San Diego. They talk to The Real Housewives of Potomac's, Monique Samuels. In this episode they uncover why she left the show, who antagonized her throughout filming, and what she has planned next. She talks parenting, self reflection and the secret to getting more sleep as a busy mom. Monique shares her Whole Story with Heather and Ashley. Mila Eve Essentials by Monique Samuels: https://milaeveessentials.com/pages/company-overview
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