Trueheart

The married filmmaking duo of Lyn Sisson-Talbert and David E. Talbert join Trueheart to discuss their professional partnership producing movies over the last two decades. David and Lyn speak with Amy & Scott about the origin story for their hit Netflix film "Jingle Jangle” and the meaning behind their children's books. Amy and Scott dive deep with Lyn and David about the importance of representation and telling stories that showcase the full black experience. Plus, the foursome share some laughs about what it's really like to work with your spouse. 

Recording artist Blake Lewis joins Trueheart for a raw conversation about the double edge sword that was his experience as the runner-up on American Idol. Blake opens up to Amy and Scott about the perils of fame and how he bounced back from battling depression. He shares the artists that influenced him growing up and how he cultivated his incredible beat-boxing talent. Plus, Blake talks about how streaming has impacted the music industry and his exciting new music project The Private Language.

Entrepreneur Jodi Mannis joins Trueheart to discuss the fascinating origin story of her viral sensation, Good Vibes Cookie Co. Amy and Scott chat with Jodi about the boost her business received after appearing on The Drew Barrymore Show.  Plus, Jodi chats about how meditation helps fuel her creativity and why she wants to be remembered as someone who followed her heart.

Actor and activist Jason George joins Trueheart to discuss the action-packed Station 19 and Grey's Anatomy cross-over event that picks up from the Winter finale's literal cliff-hanger of an episode. Jason also shares the secret to his chemistry with Chandra Wilson that has made them a fan favorite on-screen couple over the last decade. Plus, he reveals which Station 19 star is the biggest prankster and which former Grey's Anatomy co-star he misses the most. Amy and Scott dive deep with Jason into two issues he's passionate about, pediatric cancer and gun safety. Jason pays tribute to the legacy of Super-Girl Jadyn, who courageously fought cancer for 9 1/2 years. He also shares the important work he's doing with the bi-partisan anti-gun violence organization The 97 Percent and steps we can all take to make a difference.

Zachery Dereniowski joins Trueheart to discuss how a breakup led to a mental health break-down where he ultimately had a breakthrough to help himself and others heal by creating powerful videos enjoyed by millions of people. He tells Amy and Scott the unbelievable story of how a random act of kindness brought his fans together to change a homeless man's life forever. Plus, Zach shares his secret to the transformative power of authenticity and vulnerability.  

Blythe Hill joins Trueheart to discuss the global epidemic of human trafficking and how her style challenge led her to create the Dressember Foundation and a worldwide movement that has raised $15 million to fund vital anti-trafficking work. She also chats with Amy and Scott about the groundbreaking storyline where Grey's Anatomy helped teach viewers how to spot the red flags and warning signs of a person in danger. Plus, Amy opens up and shares her journey of healing from trafficking and sexual assault.

Ryan Devlin joins Trueheart to discuss his Hollywood career and the time he was one degree away from kissing Harrison Ford. He also chats with Amy and Scott about the lessons he's learned over the last decade as a social entrepreneur. Plus, Ryan shares how his purpose-driven brand This Saves Lives has donated 30 million packets of food aid to children in need and how we can all play a part in the fight to end severe acute malnutrition.

Elliott Yamin joins Trueheart to discuss how "American Idol” was the music boot-camp that prepared him for a successful career as a recording artist. He also chats with Amy and Scott about sharing the stage with one of the most talented casts in the show's history including Taylor Hicks, Katherine McPhee, Chris Daughtry and Ace Young. Plus, Elliott shares how becoming a father changed his life, how he survived an 8.8 earthquake in Chile and the incredible humanitarian trip he took to Africa with Malaria No More.

Music prodigy and platinum recording artist Debbie Gibson joins Trueheart to discuss her illustrious career over the last three decades. Plus, Debbie shares which tracks would be on her totally awesome 80's mixtape and the incredible moment Elton John brought her onstage to perform with him and Billy Joel at Madison Square Garden. Debbie also chats with Amy and Scott about her new holiday single "Christmas Star" and the wonderful work she does with her favorite charities to fight for LGBTQ+ equality, rescue animals and lift children out of poverty.

Fashion designer ChrisChaun joins Trueheart to discuss the iconic moment when Beyonce wore one of his signature bowties. Chris also chats with Amy and Scott about the work he's now doing as a spiritual concierge, the importance of tapping into your emotional intelligence and how to form meaningful connections with other people. They also dive deep into why schools need to teach kids about discovering who they are instead of just focusing on test scores.

  Vinnie Potestivo joins Trueheart to discuss how he got his big break in casting and then went on to help cast Beyonce and Mandy Moore in MTV projects. Vinnie shares the incredible origin stories of how Nick Cannon's “Wild 'N Out” and Wilmer Valderrama's “Yo Mama” became MTV hits. He also chats with Amy and Scott about what made the world fall in love with Jessica Simpson on “The Newlyweds” and how we can ensure greater representation for the LGBTQ+ community in front of and behind the camera. Amy and Vinnie reminisce about the excitement of starting their careers in New York in their 20's and Vinnie shares his passion for helping people unlock their creativity.

Comedian Adam Hunter joins Trueheart to discuss how he went from doing comedy at laundromats, supermarkets and biker rallies to a successful career performing all over the world for the last two decades. He also chats with Amy and Scott about the true meaning of success and the toll the pandemic has taken on comedians' mental health. Adam also opens up about how the trauma he experienced as child drove him to become a comedian so he could connect with people by making them laugh.

Tech entrepreneur and author, Dave Liu, joins Trueheart to discuss how he went from the janitor's suite to the C-Suite during his prolific career on Wall Street and in Silicon Valley over the last thirty years.  Dave chats with Amy and Scott about his new book The Way of The Wall Street Warrior and opens up about the profound lessons he's learned from being born with a bi-lateral cleft lip and palate. Amy and Scott are also joined by Smile Train ambassador Zach Thomas and his Mom Allison Pagan to share their family's inspiring story. 

Cancer survivor and motivational speaker D. Anthony Evans joins Trueheart to discuss his remarkable journey of having over 385 tumors removed from his body and how gratitude has helped him defy the odds. Amy & Scott chat with D. Anthony about his plant-based lifestyle, meditation and physical training regimen that helped him survive a terminal cancer diagnosis over a decade ago. Plus, he shares some of his top wellness secrets and why he chooses to die every night and celebrate being reborn each morning.

Creative Jess Zaino joins Trueheart to discuss how she's reinvented herself over a dozen times as a voice-over artist on a hit animated show, a Saturday Night Live Production Assistant and a singer in a math and science rock band for NASA. Plus, Amy and Jess bond over being hustlers from an early age, saying yes to everything and living lives that are rich in fabulous experiences.

Veteran Geoff Reeves joins Trueheart to discuss how he overcame being bullied as a kid and went on to serve our country as a NAVY SEAL for eight years. Geoff also talks about what makes a truly great leader, how we can honor our vets, and the work he's doing with the Force Blue team to help save our coral reefs.

Disruptor Miki Agrawal joins Trueheart to discuss how she's breaking the glass ceiling as the female founder of three successful companies, Tushy, THINX and WILD. Miki shares the three most important questions she asks herself before starting a business and why she wants to skid in to her grave used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming "Wow! What a Ride!”

Reality TV pioneer Eric Nies joins Trueheart to discuss his rise to fame on MTV's “The Real World” and having gratitude for one of the most traumatic experiences in his life. Eric also shares how we can all liberate our souls and how he's helping people heal from trauma, addiction, illness and pain with his program, The Beauty Way. 

Actor Jen Lilley joins Trueheart to discuss the wackiest plot-line written for her character on Days Of Our Lives and the joy of starring in feel-good holiday movies. Jen also chats with Amy and Scott about how growing her family through foster and adoption led her to start her incredible charity Christmas Is Not Cancelled, which sends love and hope, along with toys and back to school supplies, to kids in foster care.

Rap icon Kurtis Blow joins Trueheart to discuss his illustrious music career and the origins of Hip-Hop in Harlem in the 1970's. Kurtis also chats with Amy and Scott about his philanthropic work with The United Coalition For Humanity and spreading holiday cheer on the upcoming tour of the Hip Hop Nutcracker. 

Olympic gold medalist Meryl Davis joins Trueheart to discuss her journey to the top of the Olympic podium and the lessons she learned along the way. Meryl also chats with Amy and Scott about her humanitarian work with the non-profit Figure Skating In Detroit, her new children's book Moon Walk: Forever By Your Side and how social media is not always what it seems.