What's Up with Wendy

Laila Ali is a world-class athlete, health and wellness advocate, home design expert, lifestyle influencer, and TV host. What you may not know is that this amazing mother of two has a passion for taking great care of her family and their amazing pets, Malibu and Buddy. On December 7th, learn why Ali understands the importance of a personalized health journey—including the needs of her dogs and her entire family. The superstar is teaming with Purina to launch the new EverRoot Dog Supplements in soft chew form that are made with high quality ingredients from trusted sources. Ali will also share timely suggestions for helping pets avoid stress and thrive during the holidays. Follow Laila to learn how to upgrade the health of your entire family—including your pets—and develop the mindset of a champion. Web: LailaAli.comIG: @TheRealLailaAliFB: Laila AliYT: @lailaalilifestyleX: @LailaAliThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3223743/advertisement

A What's Up with Wendy BEST OF~Another incredible U.S. Open! I've been so fortunate to interview some amazing people in my career. One of my all-time favorites is my sit-down with the legend, Billie Jean King. I was honored to chat with one of my childhood heroes, a trailblazer who accomplished so much on and off the court. Listen in to hear about her incredible journey as a world-class athlete and as a champion for equality and social change. Don't miss this inspiring conversation!This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3223743/advertisement

Banded is America's newest music competition series! Musician and TV personality Brandon Jenner hosts the innovative show, and Mark Schulman, guitarist for P!nk, is one of the all-star judges. They give a behind-the-scenes look at the process of breaking a band. In the show, contestants who can play, write, and sing are placed in bands, with award-winning songwriters and producers mentoring them. The musicians will compete by performing live across multiple genres, and the winner will receive a record contract.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3223743/advertisement

Back on the show for a fourth time, Tamron Hall! She's an award-winning TV host, journalist, and philanthropist, host and executive producer of the long-running daytime TV show, Tamron Hall. She's a TV icon: the first female African American host of the TODAY show, and anchor for MSNBC Live with Tamron Hall. Among numerous awards, including a Gracie Award, an Edward R. Murrow Award, and multiple Emmys® this year she won the Daytime Emmy® Award for Outstanding Informative Talk Show Host. In July, Tamron was appointed to the National Association of Broadcasters Leadership Foundation (NABLF).

My guest is legendary baseball player, Hall of Famer, Johnny Bench. Considered the best catcher to ever play the game, and the heart of the Big Red Machine, Johnny spent all 17 of his seasons with the Cincinnati Reds. He won the Gold Glove Award TEN TIMES, and he won two World Series. But, because of all that time in the sun, Johnny was diagnosed with basal cell carcinoma (BCC), the most common type of non-melanoma skin cancer (NMSC). Today, he's cancer free and a vocal champion for efforts to Get Real About Skin Cancer. We chatted about what it's like to be the best catcher of all time, what it was like playing for the Reds for his entire career, who his favorite catcher is now, who he still keeps in touch with, and so much more. Johnny also shares life-saving tips about his journey with cancer, and what you can do to catch non-melanoma skin cancer before it advances. He joins me along with leading board-certified dermatologist and skin cancer expert, Dr. Ariel Ostad.

My guest this week is Skip Marley, singer-songwriter and part of the legendary reggae family that includes his mother Cedella, his Uncle Ziggy, and his grandfather, Bob Marley. He released his first single when he was just 19 years old, and he's been sharing his soul-nurturing music with the world ever since. He performed at the Grammys with Katy Perry, singing a song they co-wrote, and his recent release, 2020's Higher Place, features Rick Ross and H.E.R.In this episode, I ask Skip what it was like growing up Bob Marley's grandson and when his own music career began. We talked about the early days, touring with his famous mom and uncle, what music means to him, and so much more. Of course, I talked about his dreadlocks!I'm also joined by Kathryn Leary, founder of One Firelight, to talk about their music and mindfulness collaboration. One Firelight is a wellness platform that offers a wide variety of restorative classes, including yoga, meditation, strength training, and more, all featuring the energizing, nurturing, and healing power of the music of Skip and Bob Marley, and other conscious artists.

Lauren Lapkus is a SAG Award-winning and Emmy-nominated actress and comedian best known for her role as corrections officer Susan Fischer in Orange is the New Black. She has appeared in films including Jurassic World, The Wrong Missy, in which she starred as the title character opposite David Spade, and Between Two Ferns: The Movie opposite Zach Galifianakis. Lauren's television credits include The Big Bang Theory, Bob's Burgers, Good Girls, Crashing, Lucifer, and the upcoming animated series Bad Crimes.

My guest on this podcast is Lahana Vigliano. She's the CEO of Nuvitru Wellness and a board certified clinical nutritionist. Lahana has a Bachelor of Nutrition Science degree and a Masters of Human Nutrition + Functional Medicine. She's passionate about women's health, especially gut health & hormones! She's passionate about natural remedies, research, reading, weight lifting, and cooking. Outside of work, she's a wife and mother of two. Her family is the inspiration behind Nuvitru and continues to encourage her through everything. Nuvitru is a team of functional certified nutritionists + dieticians that specifically focus on balancing women's hormones, restoring gut health, and more through comprehensive lab testing and using food as medicine!!

Siri Daly is the Founder of Siriously Delicious, Food Blogger, recipe developer, self taught cook, author of "Siriously Delicious": 100 Nutritious (and not so Nutritious) Simple Recipes for The Real Home Cook, she's also the wife of Carson Daly.Robbie Bach is best known for founding and leading the team that created the Xbox. Today he is an entertaining storyteller and catalyzing voice who writes books and speaks to audiences on leadership, creativity, strategy, and civic issues. During his twenty-two years at Microsoft, Robbie worked in various marketing and business management roles—including supporting the successful launch and expansion of Microsoft Office and leading the creation and development of the Xbox business. Then as Microsoft's President of the Entertainment and Devices Division, he was responsible for the company's worldwide gaming, music, video, phone, and retail sales businesses until he retired in 2010.

Lindsey Metselaar is the host of We Met At Acme a podcast about millennial dating in NYC. Her podcast touches on subjects that we don't talk about, but we all want to know about. We Met At Acme delves into sex, relationships and vulnerability, with some hilarious anecdotes along the way.

Emmy-Award Winning Actress Susan Lucci and American Heart Association Volunteer Medical Expert Dr. Stacey Rosen Discuss the Underrepresentation of Women in Cardiovascular Researchand the Economic Benefits of Investing in Women's Health Research. They share the benefits to both women and men including accelerated health breakthroughs, improved health outcomes and economic benefits. Dr. Rosen also talks about the significant differences between the sexes and how unique life stages like pregnancy and menopause can put women at increased risk of cardiovascular disease. Susan, National Ambassador for the Go Red for Women movement, shares her personal experience with a life-threatening heart episode and ways you can join the movement to improve the health of all women.

Sarah Silverman, college dropout turned celebrity cookie artist is now the founder of NYC-based Funny Face Bakery, America's first pop-culture bakery. Sarah's growing team of cookie artists and designers turn news breaking and meme-worthy moments into edible art which are often deemed "too pretty to eat". Turn your face into a cookie with FFB's signature Custom Face Cookie or find their realistic depictions of popular celebrities along with a lieu of 6 ounce deluxe cookies online or in-store!

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a critical time to elevate a topic that is known as a “silent problem.” 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men will experience some form of domestic abuse in their lifetime. Veteran journalist, nationally syndicated talk show host and pet lover Tamron Hall shines a light on Domestic Violence and Pets and what is being done to keep pets and people together. It's a topic that is near and dear to her heart having lost her beloved sister, Renate, to domestic abuse more than a decade ago.During our talk, Tamron discusses The Purple Leash Project. Founded by Purina and RedRover, the Purple Leash Project provides resources to make domestic violence shelters pet-friendly, allowing pets and people to escape abuse and heal together. Domestic Violence Awareness Month – As October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, it's a time to elevate these issues, raise awareness and support survivors. Plus we learn about Tamron's connection to this cause, passion for pets, her new book release and what else she is up to in the Fall/Winter season.

Ana Quincoces is known as Miami's Hottest Chef! She's a former real estate lawyer turned celebrity chef, food entrepreneur, cookbook author and social influencer. Specializing in delicious Cuban food, Ana is a sought after bi-lingual talent on reality and talk television shows.A cast member of Bravo's The Real Housewives of Miami, Ana parlayed her celebrity into a thriving brand. She wrote three cookbooks: Sabor! A Passion for Cuban Cuisine, Cuban Chicks Can Cook and The Versailles Restaurant Cookbook. She's also the creator of Skinny Latina, a popular line of Latin-inspired cooking sauces and marinades. Lyndsay Levingston, breast cancer survivor and SurviveHER founder, shares her powerful story about surviving breast cancer and the importance of genetic testing in both assessing risk of and determining treatment options.

Frank Thomas grew up playing both baseball and football, but he got his official start in baseball at Auburn University in 1987 when he hit a .359 in his freshman season. He made MVP in his junior season of 1989, and left school that summer when he was taken with the 7th overall pick by the White Sox. One year later, he made his big-league debut hitting .330 with 31 RBI in 60 games. He would stay ensconced as the White Sox's first baseman and designated hitter for the next 15 years and quickly earned the name “The Big Hurt” for the damage he inflicted on opposing pitchers. Throughout his career, he cemented his place in history. No other man has strung together seven straight seasons of 20-plus homers, 100 RBI, 100 walks and a .300 average. Frank gives his thoughts on the current baseball season, his career and his partnership with Varilux®.

Haylie Duff is an actress, singer, songwriter, television host, writer and fashion designer. She's best known for her roles as Sandy Jameson in the television series 7th Heaven, Amy Sanders in Lizzie McGuire, Summer Wheatley in Napoleon Dynamite, and Annie Nelson in the made-for-television films Love Takes Wing along with its sequel Love Finds a Home. She also starred in the 2006 romantic comedy Material Girls alongside sister Hilary and lent her voice to the animated flick Foodfight! Haylie (with her dogs, Birdie + Chicken) is helping launch the NUTRO ULTRA brand's new ‘ULTRA Barkuterie Boards' meant for pet parents to give their pup the ultimate dining experience. That's right – charcuterie boards for dogs.

Andrew Zimmern is an Emmy-winning and four-time James Beard Award-winning TV personality, chef, writer and teacher, Andrew Zimmern is regarded as one of the most knowledgeable personalities in the food world. As the creator, executive producer and host of Travel Channel's Bizarre Foods franchise, Andrew Zimmern's Driven by Food and Emmy-winning The Zimmern List, he has devoted his life to exploring and promoting cultural acceptance, tolerance and understanding through food. In 2020, Andrew returned to television with the MSNBC series What's Eating America. His latest series, Family Dinner, is currently streaming on Discovery+ and will air on Chip & Joanna Gaines' forthcoming Magnolia Network in 2022Also:David Rose is a Food Network/TV personality and author of the soon to be released cookbook “EGGin': David Rose Cooks on the Big Green Egg.” Recently, he was named as Executive Chef for Omaha Steaks, the 100+ year old, family-run company which first pioneered delivery of great steaks to people's homes in the 1950s, and has since expanded to a wide array of food and wine favorites for millions of fans. Rose appeared as a finalist on Food Network Star (Season 13), cooking head to head with Bobby Flay and fielding praise from Giada de Laurentiis. Chef David Rose regularly appears on Food Network, as well as guest on shows such as ABC's Good Morning America, NBC's Today Show, Steve Harvey Show, Hallmark Home & Family, Pickler & Ben, HLN, Tamron Hall Show, EXTRA TV, Fox & Friends, and has been a guest on various local morning shows nationwide.

This is Part 3 of my 3 part series with professional organizer Stephanie Naccari. Her company "Get It Done by Stephanie" makes your chaotic life easier using highly functional best practice techniques combined with unique strategies to find the organizational solution.

This is Part 2 of my 3 part series with professional organizer Stephanie Naccari. Her company "Get It Done by Stephanie" makes your chaotic life easier using highly functional best practice techniques combined with unique strategies to find the organizational solution.

This is Part 1 of my 3 part series with professional organizer Stephanie Naccari. Her company "Get It Done by Stephanie" makes your chaotic life easier using highly functional best practice techniques combined with unique strategies to find the organizational solution.

One of the stars of reality television series Vanderpump Rules, Tom Sandoval was the “top bartender” at Lisa Vanderpump's restaurant for 10 years and is now co-owner of TomTom Restaurant & Bar in L.A. with friend Tom Schwartz. Tom is known for his cocktail-making skills and co-authored the 2019 book “Fancy AF Cocktails: Drink Recipes from a Couple of Professional Drinkers” with girlfriend Ariana Madix.This podcast wraps up with my "Best of Series" sit down with Cat Deeley.

LeRoy Butler may be best known as the 4-time Pro Bowl defensive back for the Green Bay Packers and the creator of the famous Lambeau Leap that has inspired fans for many years. However, now this Super Star on the football field is making a name for himself in the kitchen with Leroy's Wisconsin Cheese Mac ‘n' Cheese.In this interview Leroy will dish on his signature dish as part of his National Dairy Month and National Cheese Day celebration. You'll learn why the ultimate team player is teaming up with award-winning Wisconsin Cheese to create some amazing NEW legend-DAIRY recipes. Frances Largeman-Roth is is a New York Times best selling author and nationally recognized health expert. Frances was the Food and Nutrition Director at Health magazine for nearly eight years. She writes and develops recipes for Parents, BabyCenter, Today.com, Cooking Light magazine and other publications. Frances is a frequent guest on national TV, including the Today Show, Good Morning America, Access Hollywood Live, CNN, The Rachael Ray Show, and The Dr. Oz Show. She has also lent her expertise as a judge for Food Network Challenge and The James Beard Awards.

Eliot Lewis has a career most musicians could only dream about. A singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, Eliot Lewis has toured all over the world as a member of the Daryl Hall & John Oates band, as well as a key member of the Scottish funk outfit, The Average White Band. Eliot has also been the only musician to appear on Daryl Hall's incredibly popular, "Live From Daryl's House” show all while keeping his own solo career going at a seemingly impossible pace. Over the course of his career he has worked with the music business' elite including, Billy Gibbons (ZZ Top), Joe Walsh, Todd Rundgren,Train, Cheap Trick,Grace Potter, Ben Folds, Booker T, Jewel, Rob Thomas, Keb Mo, Jason Mraz, Darius Rucker, Gavin DeGraw and many, many others. He has also performed on some of the most prestigious stages all over the world including the legendary Hollywood Bowl and Japan's Budokan Arena, as well as on The Voice, Conan O'Brien, Today Show, The View, Jimmy Kimmel and many others.

Lou Ferrigno is a fitness icon, motivational speaker and Co- Founder of Ferrigno FIT. As an infant, Lou suffered a series of ear infections and lost 80% of his hearing (though his condition was not diagnosed until he was three years old). This circumstance led to bullying both in school and at home. Lost and unhappy, Lou turned to larger-than-life figures like actor/bodybuilder Steve Reeves and Marvel's The Incredible Hulk for inspiration. Undeterred by what some may have perceived as a disadvantage, Lou threw himself into athletics at age 13 (predominantly weightlifting and bodybuilding). By age 21, Lou won his first major titles: Mr. America and Mr. Universe. At 22, he came in second at his first attempt at the Mr. Olympia title. His second attempt at the title was documented the following year in the film Pumping Iron. The release of this film helped gain the attention of television producer Kenneth Johnson (Six Million Dollar Man, The Bionic Woman), who was seeking the right person to portray the larger-than-life comic book superhero, The Incredible Hulk. With his 6 ft 5 in, 285 lb. frame, Lou was the biggest professional bodybuilder at the time and was cast. He would go on to be featured in CBS' King of Queens, DreamWorks' I Love You, Man and NBC's Celebrity Apprentice.

Jordana Brewster’s  talent, beauty and natural screen presence have etched her a permanent place in Hollywood in both film and television and is well known as an integral part and original cast member of the  FAST & FURIOUS. Some of Brewster’s past credits include small-screen roles in TNT’s  DARK BLUE, NBC’s  CHUCK, and the lead role in the 2007 ABC pilot  MR. AND MRS. SMITH.  She took some time off after FAST & FURIOUS  to attend Yale University, and graduated in 2003 with a degree in English. Brewster has lived in Brazil, England and New York, and currently resides in Los Angeles with her two sons.Grace Gold is a beauty, wellness and lifestyle expert who has appeared on TODAY, Good Morning America, and ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX affiliates cross country. Her work lends an informed perspective with over 15 years of reporting experience, including contributions to Vogue, Marie Claire, Redbook, and Women’s Health. Grace’s mission is to help you feel and look your best. She informs in a friendly and positive tone, with down-to-earth candor and solutions that really work.

Skylar Astin is best known for his break out role as Jesse in Universal’s Pitch Perfect and sequel Pitch Perfect 2. He’s currently staying in the entertainment headlines starring as Max in the NBC hit show Zoey’s Extraordinary Playlist!Additional acting highlights include being cast in the original cast of the Tony and Grammy Award winning musical Broadway musical Spring Awakening, and has appeared in numerous feature films including Hamlet 2, Taking Woodstock, Cavemen, and 21 & Over. Skylar is joining me to talk about his career and his love of animals, including his cat, Annabelle, and how they spent their time together during the pandemic and his new partnership with the Temptations brand.

Combining tough mother love, brilliant storytelling, powerful tips, and strategically placed F-bombs, SWAGGER - Unleash Everything You Are and Become Everything You Want will help you release self-doubt, defeat imposter syndrome and forget all about "fake it 'til you make it."A Former TV host and advertising Creative Director turned training guru, Leslie Ehm has spent decades traveling the globe with her award-winning company, Combustion. She works with executives and teams from top organizations like Google, Disney, Pepsico, TD Bank, Uber, and more. She’s turned technologists into creative forces, bankers into storytellers, and she's brought a serious dose of badassery to boardrooms everywhere.

Tamron Hall is an award-winning TV host, journalist, and philanthropist. She is the Host and Executive Producer of the daytime television show “Tamron Hall,” which is produced and distributed in national syndication by Walt Disney Television. For her work on the show’s first season, Tamron won the Daytime Emmy for Outstanding Informative Talk Show Host. “Tamron Hall” was also awarded the prestigious Gracie Award, which recognizes exemplary programming created by women, in its first season.Previously, Tamron was the first African American female co-host of “TODAY” and served as the anchor for “MSNBC Live with Tamron Hall.” She received the 2015 Edward R. Murrow Award for her “TODAY” segment on domestic violence. Her special NBC News report “Education Nation: Teacher Town Hall” was nominated for an Emmy Award in 2011, and she served as a correspondent for the NBC News special “The Inauguration of Barack Obama,” which won an Emmy for Outstanding Live Coverage in October 2010.Tamron is passionate about many causes, including domestic violence, homelessness, and literacy, and she has dedicated her time to many deserving organizations over the years.

Patricia Heaton is an Emmy-winning actress who has played not one, but two beloved TV moms. From 2009-2018 she starred in ABC’s critically acclaimed comedy,The Middle. She is, perhaps, best known for her role as Debra Barone on the classic series Everybody Loves Raymond.  She won two Emmy® Awards for the role and was nominated 7 times. Heaton recently authored a best selling book for Simon & Schuster,Your Second Act. When Heaton’s children left the nest, she discovered she had the time to pursue passions that were previously placed on hold, both personally and professionally. She now finds her greatest fulfillment in using her influence as a Celebrity Ambassador for World Vision. Through her own experience, Heaton became curious about other people’s stories of second-act transitions. In the book, she shares wisdom from her own personal journey as well as insight from stories of numerous people across the country. 

No name is more synonymous with the evils of Wall Street than Bernie Madoff. Arrested for fraud in 2008―during the depths of the global financial crisis―the 70-year-old market maker, investment advisor, and former chairman of the NASDAQ had orchestrated the largest Ponzi scheme in world history, fleecing thousands of investors across the globe to the tune of $65 billion. To this day, questions remain: Why did he do it? How did he get away with it for so long? What did his family know? Who is the elusive Bernie Madoff?In Madoff Talks, author Jim Campbell presents the most comprehensive, insider account of the Madoff saga to date. Based on exclusive interviews with all the players―the Madoff family and their associates, the Wall Street wheelers and dealers, the army of lawyers, analysts, and investigators, the victims of the scheme, and Bernie Madoff himselfCampbell is the host of the nationally syndicated radio show Business Talkwith Jim Campbell and his crime show Forensic Talk with Jim Campbell. He isknown for his hard-hitting interviews of leading figures from the worlds ofbusiness, politics and sports. Known for "firsts," Campbell snagged the firstextensive interview with former New York Governor Eliot Spitzer after hisresignation; the first interview with former Tyco CEO Denis Kozlowski after hisrelease from prison; and the first broadcast interview with former stock analystRoomy Kahn, a government informant in one of the biggest insider trading bustsin American history.

Chiara Bello is the founder and creator behind Chic Pig. When I saw Maria Menounos wearing one of Chiara's custom handmade rings made specially for her of her beloved Maximus I knew I too needed one of my beloved Lab Lucky. Celebrities Hilary Duff, Olivia Munn and Whitney Cummings are also clientele of Chiara.In my sit down with Chiara we learn all about how Chic Pig got started and the special technique used in making these amazing jewelry pieces.

Kelly Rizzo Saget (Yep! She’s Bob Saget’s wife) is the “rocker-chic” personality behind Eat, Travel Rock the popular on-demand entertainment series where she goes behind the scenes with master chefs, rockstars, and other creative industry heavyweights, while traveling the world. Named Travel Queen by Modern Luxury’s Michigan Avenue Magazine for her jet-setting career, she shares her vast experience as a world traveler to help you plan your next great adventure. Learn about some hot new ‘dream’ destinations, and some unique tips to make travel both safer and easier. As CEO and President of Pure Romance, Chris Cicchinelli has grown a small, family business in Cincinnati into the world’s largest in-home party company of its kind. A front-page story in the St. Louis Dispatch called Pure Romance “The New Tupperware of the 2000s.” Learn how this amazing entrepreneur has become a dynamic motivational speaker and how he was able to create a $350 million a year business. It’s a story that will excite, entertain, and inspire

You may be familiar with lifestyle blogger, fellow podcaster and author, Erin Washington. She is sharing her story of what it’s like to live with and overcome an eating disorder. She is spreading knowledge on how she has learned to live with balance. Her book, Squats and Margarita is a gripping, raw depiction of living her life with an eating disorder and how she came through it. Erin reveals how she has fought her insecurities and found the secret to freedom and living a happy, healthy life. I ask Erin about struggling with her personal image growing up, getting help and what an average healthy day is like. Keep listening for a special moment with her adorable children!

Started in 2013, by Pamela Aflalo the concept for Nutty Bunny was simple enough, make a delicious and healthy non-dairy ice cream alternative for her daughter Sophie to enjoy. Her research turned up evidence linking allergies similar to Sophie’s to dairy products. They decided to try eliminating Dairy from her diet and within weeks Sophie was symptom free. Pamela had trained at the Natural Gourmet Institute and she set out to make the most delicious and healthy non-dairy ice cream for Sophie. Pamela set herself a goal, to concoct the best, nutrient dense desert possible. And this is why all of her recipes with cashews as the base and only natural ingredients that are dense with nutrients for flavor. After a lot of trial and error, Sophie approved a recipe and Nutty Bunny was officially born and named after her childhood nickname. Nutty Bunny can be found in over 25 stores across the tri-state area and has recently opened a new commercial kitchen in Norwalk CT where Pamela oversees production. All Nutty Bunny Ice Cream is deliciously hand-crafted using only the finest organic and vegan ingredients nature has to offer.

Sharon Holand Gelfand, CN, FDN-P, is a functional, holistic nutritionist, speaker and author. She has worked with a wide variety of clientele, ranging from speaking at Fortune 500 companies including Priceline and Sysco Foods, to female entrepreneurs who feel like their bodies are betraying them, and are tired and frustrated, and are searching for answers. Sharon helps her clients get to the root of their most common health complaints with at home testing and flexible food choices so they have more energy, less stress and feel great again. When Sharon’s son was diagnosed with Crohn's disease, it was a wake-up call: everything she thought she knew about food and health was wrong. She was motivated to change careers and received a masters in clinical nutrition and recently published her book: “The G.U.T. Method ®: Secrets Beyond Your Plate For A Healthier, More Energetic Life.”Sharon is a member of the American College of Nutrition and is a Board Certified Holistic Health Practitioner.

This podcast features interviews with Hollywood's Hottest Chef Ronnie Woo and actress Tamera Mowry-Housley.Celebrity chef Ronnie Woo’s client list reads like a Who’s Who of Hollywood ~ Gwyneth Paltrow, Jessica Alba, Holly Robinson Peete, Charlie Sheen, and the list goes on and on… As the chef and owner of the hottest LA-based private chef company specializing in premiere four-star dining featuring his All-American take on creative Asian-American cuisine, Ronnie will serve up for your listeners some of the scrumptious recipes he shares at the homes of his A-list clientele.Having attended the Northwest Culinary Academy of Vancouver, Ronnie has a Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy as well as a Masters in Business Administration, significantly bolstering his business acumen while also enhancing his ability to connect with others. His prior experience as a model, having signed with Wilhelmina at the age of 19, provided him an early glimpse into the inner workings of the entertainment industry.Tamera Mowry-Housley is an actress, producer, host, and entrepreneur who has captivated audiences for over 20 years.Tamera co-hosted the Emmy-winning talk show, The Real, for six seasons. The Real is the first syndicated talk show in years to be renewed for a sixth season. The show won the “Outstanding Entertainment Talk Show Host” Emmy at the 45th Daytime Emmy Awards in April 2018.Tamera started her career in Hollywood alongside her sister Tia on the hit show Sister, Sister, which aired over 100 episodes from 1994-1999. Tamera and I talk about what’s new in her career, including her recently-announced partnership with Hallmark, and some inside scoop on upcoming related projects in the works. We also discuss her partnership with Teladoc, and specific information on how parents can address health issues and start to take steps to care for themselves as well as their families during this complicated time.

Katherine Wehri Takayasu, M.D., M.B.A. practices Integrative Medicine combining traditional Western medicine with evidence-based complementary modalities at Stamford Hospital in Connecticut. She helps patients heal naturally with acupuncture, mind-body medicine, botanical medicine, nutrition, and lifestyle optimization. She is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine at Columbia University/New York Presbyterian and teaches the next generation of doctors about healing the whole patient mind, body and spirit. For her own wellbeing, Dr. Katie practices what she preaches. She engages in yoga and meditation regularly and enjoys experimenting with plant-based cuisine in the kitchen. Visit Dr. Katie at www.DrKatie.com to discover Dr. Katie’s Life Kitchen and on Instagram @DoctorKatie. Look for her book on living a plant-forward lifestyle to be published in 2021.

This podcast features Dolvett Quince, a Celebrity Fitness Trainer from The Biggest Loser and Jim Ryun, a three time Olympian, former World Record holder in the mile.Most recognized for his seven seasons as a trainer on the longtime hit TV show “The Biggest Loser”, celebrity fitness trainer Dolvett Quince is one of the nearly 40 million people impacted by the disabling effects of migraine. In this interview I talked with him about his personal experience and struggle with migraine. He shares details about what motivates him, his struggle to find the right treatments to stop his migraines and how these struggles have impacted his life, fitness and wellness. Jim Ryun is a track and field legend, Olympian, former U.S. Congressman and 2020 Presidential Medal of Freedom recipient. Ryun has been hearing impaired for most of his life, having lost 50 percent of his hearing around the age of five due to a high fever, however the loss did not stop him from living an extraordinary life. In our talk Ryun share information about Phonak Lyric, the world’s only invisible hearing aid, and how he is now able to confidently hear and interact in crowded noisy discussions and atmospheres.

This podcast features two interviews with fitness experts. First up is my interview with Jen Widerstrom and that's followed by my interview with Jamie Hess.Jen Widerstrom is a television star, entrepreneur and wellness industry leader as the Fitness Director of SHAPE Magazine and former, undefeated coach on NBC’s The Biggest Loser. She is an esteemed go to expert in the entertainment industry featured regular on shows Dr. Oz, LIVE with Kelly and Ryan and The Doctors, is the best-selling author of Diet Right for Your Personality Type, and remains available to people everywhere as their daily get-fit motivator at WiderSTRONG.comIn my sit down with Jen we talk about ways to help meet health and fitness goals and how it might be different this year, about sticking with your plan and her time on the Biggest Loser and much more.Jamie Hess is the creator of @NYCfitfam. The daughter of TV journalist, Joan Lunden, Jamie grew up watching her mother inspire others to live their healthiest lives and committed to following in her footsteps. After her husband, George, proposed on the treadmills at Barry’s Boot Camp, the duo began documenting their adventures on social media. They share tips on fitness, nutrition, mindfulness, and conscious parenting and have been named one of the "7 Fittest Couples on Instagram" by Women's Health. Jamie and I talk about tips for healthy steps to ease into this New Year like meal planning, full body wellness, eating habits and much more!

In remembrance of Mary Wilson, I’m sharing my 2017 sit down with her. It was such a privilege to be able to talk to her about her fame and her life. She was as gracious and generous as could be. We talked about her amazing career as part of the Supremes, getting that first hit record, the early days, her childhood, her diaries, her English teacher who inspired her and we even talked about clothes she wore. We giggled, we laughed and I'm reminded again, how very lucky I was to have that time with her.Wilson was a "trendsetter who broke down social, racial, and gender barriers." She began her career in Detroit in 1959 as a singer in a group that was then called The Primettes. They went on to become The Supremes, Motown's most successful group of the 1960s, with 12 No. 1 singles including "Where Did Our Love Go," "Baby Love," and "Stop! In the Name of Love."The Supremes' influence not only carries on in contemporary R&B, soul, and pop, they also helped pave the way for mainstream success by Black artists across all genres. In 2018, Billboard celebrated the 60th anniversary of Motown with a list of "The Hot 100's Top Artists of All Time," and listed The Supremes at number 16.

Christina Tosi is the rule-breaking, award-winning chef and founder of Milk Bar, whose inventive and nostalgic treats have fueled a national dessert empire with locations across the USA, a robust e-commerce platform, and products in grocery stores nationwide. Guided by classic American desserts with a witty and creative twist, Tosi is the creator of iconic treats like Cereal Milk, the Compost Cookie, and an elevated revision of childhood Birthday Cake. She is the author of three bestselling cookbooks: Momofuku Milk Bar, Milk Bar Life, and All About Cake, and she's set to debut her latest cookbook, Milk Bar: Kids Only in October 2020. A former judge on Masterchef Junior, the subject of Chef’s Table’s premier episode on pastry, and the host of her own weekly Bake Club series on Instagram. In this podcast we talk about her journey to Milk Bar, small businesses and her favorite treats.

Monty Moran is the former co-CEO at Chipotle Mexican Grill. Prior to joining Chipotle, he was head of litigation and then managing partner and CEO at the Denver-based law firm of Messner and Reeves, LLC, which he led for ten years. In this interview we talk about Monty’s personal story and his journey to Chipotle and how Chipotle revolutionized the fast-food industry. We talk about his new book Love is Free. Guac is Extra.: How Vulnerability, Empowerment, and Curiosity Built an Unstoppable Team. The guide to being connected to your employees; How to build a business; Leadership and so much more. As you’re about to find out, Monty is one of the best conscious leaders in the world. Monty is like No other CEO I’ve ever met or interviewed! You won’t want to miss this!

Don't miss this very special edition of the What’s Up With Wendy Podcast—my interview with the legendary Larry King.As a tv journalist, I always admired Larry and his skill as an interviewer—how he genuinely listened more than he talked. Because he knew how to make people feel comfortable, he was able to pull so much from anyone who was lucky enough to sit across from him. He was the best interviewer ever and one of the nicest guys in the business.In our 2016 interview, we talk about how Larry got the name "King,” and the secret I learned from him that I shared with my kids. And of course, we had some laughs.He was as genuine as you would expect in this feel-good interview. We talked about kids and life and Larry’s legendary interviews. And when I asked him if he ever got nervous before an interview, I was surprised by the two people who he mentioned made him anxious.Larry was a true icon, and interviewed some of the most famous people on the planet—tune in to hear who some of his favorite interviews were, and which one wore suspenders! Head over to my BIO and subscribe to listen on any of your favorite platforms! Share and like!

Alisa Bowens-Mercado is the Founder, CEO, and Brew-master of Rhythm Brewing Co. Affectionately known as "Lady Lager", she made history by becoming the first African-American, woman-owned beer brand in the state of Connecticut (4th in the Country). Alisa, a professional salsa dancer and instructor, glided on to the beer scene in 2018. Her passion for music, dance, and beer have played a significant role in her life. Both of Alisa’s grandmothers were lager drinkers, and by paying homage to them, she is keep up the tradition.Recognizing a significant gap in the $114 billion beer industry, she has made it her mission to tap into an "untapped" and under served demographic in the Country.

Jenny Paul is a producer/actress whose series “Adulting With Jane” offers a unique way to offer a teachable moment using comedy to make uncomfortable topics more comfortable. This DIY Comedy series is best described as sitcom meets how-to video with a different expert/influencer appearing in each episode to teach Jane how to “adult.” The cast is led by Paul as Jane, a 20/30 something with average millennial problems, and a star studded cast of expert/influencers in each season to teach Jane how to “adult.” The shoppable comedy series is available on AdultingWithJane.com, Facebook Watch, IGTV, or Amazon Prime.

Kara Goldin is the founder and CEO of Hint, Inc., best known for its award-winning Hint® water, the leading unsweetened flavored water. Hint is valued at $150 million and has a presence in Whole Foods, Target, and other national chains. She has been named one of InStyle’s Badass 50, Fast Company’s Most Creative People in Business, Fortune’s Most Powerful Women Entrepreneurs, Fortune's Most Innovative Women in Food & Drink and EY Entrepreneur of the Year for Northern California. The Huffington Post listed her as one of six disruptors in business, alongside Steve Jobs and Mark Zuckerberg. She says her goal is to help as many people as possible get healthier by making simple, better-for-you choices that are actually enjoyable.Click this link for more information on Kara's book Undaunted www.drinkhint.com/WhatsUpWithWendy

Tanna Frederick is the star of the award-winning film TWO WAYS HOME. She plays Kathy, a women newly diagnosed with bipolar disorder who is released from prison on good behavior and returns to her country home in Iowa to reconnect with her estranged 12-year-old daughter and her cantankerous elderly grandfather. In this podcast Tanna reveals that she has a lot of personal connections to her character. She has dealt with clinical depression, and her parents also have been involved in the world of mental health, including working with the organization National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMI).

Special Double Interview Podcast...Heather Thomson from Real Housewives of New York City is joining me to share tips on getting creative for the holidays and to tease us about a possible RETURN to Real Housewives. Heather has over 25 years of fashion experience under her belt, including serving as Design Director for the Sean “Diddy” Combs line, Sean John, and Co-Creative Director alongside Beyoncé Knowles and Jennifer Lopez to launch and develop their respective labels. In 2008, Heather founded her innovative and fashion-forward collection, Yummie by Heather Thomson which changed the shapewear and lifestyle game for women.Also Dr. Ian Smith is joining me to rally Americans coast to coast to become an “Ally of Doctors” to show health care professionals and frontline heroes how much we support, appreciate, and trust them. He'sthe author of the #1 New York Times bestselling books, SHRED: THE REVOLUTIONARY DIET, and SUPER SHRED: The Big Results Diet, and BLAST THE SUGAR OUT. Dr. Smith’s highly anticipated newest book, The Clean 20, became an instant New York Times best seller, helping hundreds of thousands of people reduce bad sugars from their diet, lose weight, lower blood sugar levels, and cut the cravings. Dr. Smith was appointed by President Obama to a second term on the prestigious President’s Council on Fitness, Sports, and Nutrition. He is currently the medical contributor and co-host of the nationally syndicated television show The Rachael Ray Show.He is a former co-host of the Emmy award winning syndicated daytime talk show, The Doctors. He also served as the medical/diet expert for six seasons on VH1’s highly-rated Celebrity Fit Club, and is the creator and founder of the national health initiatives The 50 Million Pound Challenge and The Makeover Mile.

Madison Prewett was a finalist on Season 24 of ABC’s The Bachelor. She joins me to talk about her experience on the Bachelor and to discuss her work with World Vision. World Vision is a Christian Humanitarian organization--their World Vision Gift Catalog features over 100 lifesaving gifts that will empower viewers to “Give a gift and change a life." Chip & Pauli Wade, Emmy-Award Winning Hosts of HGTV’s Elbow room, Curb Appeal: The Block and other HGTV Shows are joining me again with Home improvement Inspiration and DIY ideas!

Leslie Bonci is the sports nutrition consultant for the 2020 Super Bowl Champion Kansas City Chiefs and many other pro sports teams as well as the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre. She is a registered dietitian, board certified specialist in sports dietetics and the owner of Active Eating Advice - be fit, fed, fearless - a nutrition consulting company and co-founder of Performance365 - a sports nutrition consulting company.In this interview we talk about the 'new normal" for the kids in sports, safety and maximum performance in sports settings are important now more than ever. And for parents, this means doing everything to keep their child safe and healthy. Leslie also shares with us what her role is with the Kansas City Chiefs and what she does as a nutrition consultant for major league baseball's Pittsburgh Pirates and The Toronto Blue Jays.

Dr. Jeanine Downie, a dermatologic surgeon, fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology and lecturer for The Skin Cancer Foundation frequently conducts skin cancer removal surgeries and is passionate about driving awareness to help people care for their wounds from the inside out by prioritizing an often-overlooked step – nutrition. In this interview Dr. Downie shares tips on how to be skin savvy when caring for surgical incisions and how to support wound healing with prioritizing nutrition, resting up, icing regularly and following doctor’s orders.