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Ivan Estrada is the founder of Ivan Estrada Properties in Beverly Hills, a TEDx speaker, and the author of "Brand With Purpose." A childhood recording artist turned CPA, he left accounting to work as a caterer before finding his true calling in real estate, where more than 12 years later he has built a business serving everyone from first-time buyers to clients purchasing multimillion-dollar homes. In this episode, Ivan talks about why he was early to video content when no one else in real estate was doing it, how he now uses AI to build client reports in minutes that used to take days, and how sobriety and meditation transformed the way he sees himself and his purpose. Learn how to build a brand rooted in who you actually are, stay human in a fast-moving world, and find the work that makes everything else make sense. Timestamps: 03:10 Music Roots 07:21 Immigrant Upbringing 10:04 Brand of Determination 10:53 Calm and Focus 12:57 Teaching and Storytelling 16:06 AI as Entrepreneur Tool 28:37 AI in Real Estate 32:10 Video Marketing 36:48 Redefining Success Balance 39:45 Spiritual Shift 44:01 Purpose and Empowerment 52:51 Success, Gratitude and EO Links: Ivan's Website: https://ivanestrada.com/ Ivan's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ivanestradaproperties/ Ivan's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@IvanEstradaProperties Ivan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealbrandwith/
The Birth of the Doggy Bag: From Wartime Thrift to Everyday RitualLong before paper sacks and foil swans appeared at the end of a meal, people found ways to carry food home. In ancient Rome, dinner guests often brought their own napkins, which served dual purposes: wiping hands and mouths between courses and, by around the sixth century BCE, wrapping leftover morsels to take away. The practice was practical in an era without refrigeration and socially acceptable, since hospitality included sharing abundance rather than discarding it. Similar customs appeared in other cultures, where leftovers might go to servants, the poor, or household animals. The modern doggy bag, however, is a distinctly American invention born of scarcity, pet ownership, and a polite fiction. The contemporary story begins in the 1940s United States during World War II. Food rationing and shortages made waste unpatriotic. Pet owners were encouraged to feed table scraps to dogs and cats when commercial pet food was scarce. Restaurants, however, had not yet standardized packaging for unfinished plates. In 1943, cafés in San Francisco began offering “Pet Pakits”—cartons diners could request for leftovers destined for Fido. Around the same time, hotels in Seattle provided wax-paper bags labeled “Bones for Bowser.” The idea spread: eateries across the country started providing similar containers, framed explicitly as a kindness to animals and a hedge against waste. The pretext was important. Asking for leftovers for personal consumption could signal stinginess or gluttony in an era when dining out still carried social weight. Claiming the food was “for the dog” offered cover. By the late 1940s the practice had a commercial backbone. One frequently cited origin points to Dan Stampler's Steak Joint on Greenwich Avenue in New York City. Customers requested bags for bones and scraps; Stampler responded with greaseproof bags featuring his Scottish terrier and the name “doggie bag.” Bagcraft Corporation of Chicago, founded around 1948 by Albert Meister and partners, manufactured these specialized containers and supplied restaurants more widely. Jane Meister later wrote a lighthearted poem printed on millions of bags: “Oh where, oh where have your leftovers gone? Oh where, oh where can they be? If you've had all you can possibly eat, Please bring the rest home to me!!” Other restaurants, including Lawry's the Prime Rib in Beverly Hills and the Old Homestead Steak House in New York, have also claimed early adoption of the concept or the name. The precise “first” is less important than the rapid diffusion. Early printed references to “Doggie Pack” or “Doggie Paks” appear by 1952; “doggy bag” itself surfaces in newspapers in the mid-1950s, with the Oxford English Dictionary citing evidence from 1957. Even as the bags proliferated, social acceptance lagged. Etiquette authorities remained wary. Emily Post's 1968 column declared she did not approve of taking leftover meat home from restaurants; doggy bags, she insisted, should be restricted to bones for pets. Many diners felt the same unease—requesting one could feel like admitting poverty or greed. Newspaper advice columns of the 1960s and 1970s received letters asking whether it was proper to ask for a bag if one did not actually own a dog. Economic pressure helped normalize the practice. Larger American portion sizes, rising food costs, and the inflation of the late 1970s made leaving food behind feel wasteful. A Pittsburgh columnist later dubbed 1980 “the year of the doggy bag.” High-end restaurants that once resisted gradually relented. By the 1980s and 1990s, the polite fiction largely dissolved: people openly took leftovers for tomorrow's lunch.
Hollywood madam Elizabeth Adams (aka Madam Alex) ran a high-end Beverly Hills prostitution ring in the 70s and 80s. Her women — many of whom went on to become famous actors — were set apart by their manicured glamor, poise, and intellect, making her business THE go-to escort service of the Hollywood elite. In this episode, Lena and Alissa unpack the OG Hollywood madam's affinity for muumuus, fraught dealings with the Los Angeles Police Department, and relationship with the successor to her empire, Heidi Fleiss. This episode was first published on 01/06/2022.
Hollywood And Horsepower Show with Mark Otto From Casablanca to the Cutting Room with guests Michael Blowen and Buck Wilson From Casablanca to the Cutting Room: Hollywood Stories, Movie Legends, and the Restaurants That Remember Summary Hollywood's Vanishing Creative Community Marc Otto welcomes former Boston Globe film critic Michael Blowen and movie enthusiast Buck Wilson for a wide-ranging conversation about classic cinema, studio culture, and the relationships that shaped Hollywood history. Blowen describes the old studio environment as a working community where writers, actors, directors, and critics could form genuine relationships and help one another. His memories of John Huston, Jack Nicholson, Julius J. Epstein, and the storytellers gathered at Epstein's Beverly Hills dinners reveal a Hollywood built as much on conversation and trust as on formal production. The guests contrast that atmosphere with a modern industry they see as more controlled, compartmentalized, and promotional. They also emphasize that conflict on a set was not necessarily a sign of failure, because strong films could emerge from arguments, creative tension, and competing ideas. Throughout the discussion, collaboration is presented as one of the essential forces behind enduring entertainment. Why Casablanca Became an Evergreen Casablanca becomes the central thread of the episode because it is the favorite movie of both Marc and Buck and is closely connected with Michael's friendship with screenwriter Julius J. Epstein. Michael explains that the screenplay was created through a collaborative studio process involving Julius and Philip Epstein, Howard Koch, Casey Robinson, and other contributors. He recalls that Epstein regarded it as simply another studio assignment and was surprised by its later cultural importance. The group discusses Harvard screenings, the film's gradual growth after its initial release, its memorable dialogue, its wartime themes, and the layered moral conflict beneath its romantic story. Marc also describes production documents and budget information that Michael shared with him, including cast and writer salaries and disputes over the film's moral implications. Their conversation presents Casablanca as a movie whose reputation grew because its writing, performances, music, editing, historical moment, and accidental creative discoveries all came together. Movies That Found Their Audience Later The guests explore how many famous movies were not immediate successes and only later became classics. Michael points to Casablanca, A Christmas Story, and Citizen Kane as films that developed audiences through rereleases, television, college traditions, or long-term critical appreciation. Marc describes his own delayed appreciation of Citizen Kane and compares the experience to learning to hear the complexity of the Beatles. Buck openly says he still does not like Citizen Kane, leading to a discussion of the intangible qualities that make a work connect with one viewer but not another. The episode also touches on Tommy Boy, Three Men and a Little Lady, Home Alone, Billy Jack, The Born Losers, and The Pope of Greenwich Village. Together, these examples show how timing, competition, distribution, cultural context, and personal perspective can matter as much as opening-weekend performance. Deals, Theme Songs, and Unexpected Fortunes The conversation moves behind the business side of entertainment through stories about contracts, percentages, music rights, and studio employment. Buck recounts how Sammy Cahn and Jule Styne created “Three Coins in the Fountain” with almost no information and later discovered that no one had secured the studio's ownership of the song. Michael tells how Alec Guinness accepted a percentage of Star Wars and later said the decision paid for his retirement. He also recalls Richard Brooks narrowly missing the chance to purchase lifetime rights to “Rock Around the Clock” for an additional $500. Marc adds the story of the Cheers theme song becoming an iconic last-minute replacement. These anecdotes reinforce the episode's recurring idea that small decisions, overlooked details, and unplanned substitutions can become some of the most important parts of entertainment history. Restaurants as Places Where Stories Live After Michael leaves, Marc and Buck connect Hollywood history with restaurants, travel, friendship, and personal memory. They discuss Musso & Frank Grill, The Brown Derby, The Palm, St. Elmo Steak House, Malone's, Win Schuler's, Eddie Merlot's, and Tony's Steak and Seafood as places tied to careers, family experiences, relationships, and memorable evenings. Buck recalls disliking formal restaurant outings as a child before learning to appreciate the Brown Derby, while Marc describes teaching his children the etiquette they absorbed from dining with adults. Buck tells the story of marrying Trina during a dinner in the wine cellar at St. Elmo, and Marc explains why The Palm Miami and Eddie Merlot's carry emotional significance for him. The discussion suggests that restaurants often serve as unofficial clubhouses where people decompress after work, exchange stories, form relationships, and preserve the social bonds of an industry. The Invisible Art That Saves a Film The episode closes with Buck's story about a deleted scene from Save the Tiger that Jack Lemmon considered some of his best acting. Although the scene was powerful on its own, it was removed because it interrupted the film's momentum, illustrating the discipline required to sacrifice strong material for the larger work. Marc expands the point by describing editing as an underappreciated art equal in importance to acting and cinematography. He notes that filmmakers such as Steven Spielberg, George Lucas, and Judd Apatow are valued for their ability to recognize useful pieces and assemble them into a coherent whole. The traditional phrase “cutting-room floor” becomes a reminder of the physical process by which film was once cut and spliced. The closing lesson is that audiences often experience only the finished harmony, while the choices, arguments, discarded scenes, and invisible craftsmanship behind it remain untold.
This week I sat down with fellow Dallas girl and empowerment/media coach Tiffany Hendra, and we got into EVERYTHING. Reality TV confessionals fueled by straight fireball, nervous system regulation, why women forget to literally breathe, comparing ourselves to influencers online, and how she went from Beverly Hills to eating ramen 99 different ways.And obviously we close it out with our America's Sweethearts cheerleader rapid-fire game because priorities.This episode is funny, it's emotional, it's chaotic, it's everything. Trust me, you need this one in your ears today.Subscribe, leave a review, and comment your biggest "instantly not okay" trigger
What do living in a truck near Malibu, selling multimillion-dollar Beverly Hills homes, cleaning an industrial egg-processing machine, backpacking across Europe, and investing in Omaha real estate have in common?They are all chapters in the unpredictable life of Alex Beltran.Alex joins Ted Kaasch and Owen Dashner to share how growing up in California during the 2008 housing crash initially pushed him away from real estate. He eventually earned his license, moved toward Beverly Hills, and lived out of his truck so he could afford to pursue luxury real estate without burning through his savings.His journey did not stop there.Alex explains how working overnight at a high-end Beverly Hills hotel taught him the difference between simply renting a property and providing true hospitality. He also discusses purchasing rent-controlled California properties, recognizing the long-term financial problems, and deciding to sell before the numbers became worse.After stepping away, Alex traveled extensively, produced photography and video content for hotels, backpacked across Europe, and occasionally used Tinder to find a couch—or balcony—to sleep on. A midterm rental in Stockholm eventually inspired him to bring the furnished rental model back to Omaha.Today, Alex is involved in restaurants, midterm rentals, media production, endurance racing, and commercial real estate. He shares why he is now concentrating on commercial properties, working directly with businesses, and building investments that make sense without the emotion often involved in residential real estate.This episode covers taking risks, learning from failure, finding opportunity in unusual places, and designing a life around freedom rather than following a traditional path.Connect with Alex on Instagram at @alex_beltran_ and find his videos on YouTube by searching AlexBeltran.Please like, subscribe, share the episode, and check out the short-form and full-length videos produced by Alex for The Kash and Dash Show.You can Join the Omaha REIA - https://omahareia.com/join-todayOmaha REIA on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/OmahaREIACheck out the National REIA - https://nationalreia.org/ Find Ted Kaasch at https://linktr.ee/tedkaasch Owen Dashner on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/owenmoneyrealestate Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/owenmoneyrealestate/ Red Ladder Property Solutions - www.sellmyhouseinomahafast.com Liquid Lending Solutions - www.liquidlendingsolutions.com Owen's Blogs - www.otowninvestor.com www.reiquicktips.com Propstream - https://trial.propstreampro.com/reianebraska/Timber Creek Virtual - https://timbercreekvirtual.com/services/MagicDoor - ...
In this special episode of Medical Spa Insider, recorded live during Medical Spa Show weekend, AmSpa founder Alex Thiersch sits down with four prominent female leaders driving innovation and excellence across the medical aesthetics industry: Marlee Bruno, Melanie Speed, Shakira Cabrera, and Limor Weinberg (joined by Chloe Cell). Together, they explore the personal and professional evolutions required to transition from clinical backgrounds—including emergency medicine, trauma reconstructive surgery, and primary care—into successful med spa ownership, coaching, and international training. Key themes covered in this episode: Marlee Bruno shares her transition from ER medicine to owning a med spa, master life coaching, and the importance of "bootcamp-style" training for serious aesthetic providers. Melanie Speed breaks down the unique, filler-dominated demographic of Las Vegas and Beverly Hills, the shift toward youthful preventative treatments, and the critical need for industry training standards to avoid poor outcomes. Shakira Cabrera discusses leveraging a background in level-1 trauma plastic surgery to build systems-driven med spas, topically applied regenerative therapies, and educating practice owners on business sustainability. Limor Weinberg & Chloe Cell discuss the power of drive, shameless networking, and turning clinical expertise into scalable educational platforms like Limor's national Lip Recipes tour.
The Strange Case of Rob, Michele and Nick Reiner Episode 393 – It came as a shock when Rob and Michele Reiner were murdered late last year. Now, their son Nick, accused of the murders, is trying to fund his defense using money in a trust fund provided by his parents. More SML Planning Minute Podcast Episodes Transcript of Podcast Episode 393 Hello, this is Bill Rainaldi, with another edition of Security Mutual's SML Planning Minute. In today's episode: the strange case of Rob, Michele & Nick Reiner. World-famous movie director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele were both stabbed to death in their home in the early hours of December 14, 2025. Their son, Nick, was arrested soon afterward and charged with first-degree murder. No conviction has occurred, and Nick Reiner is entitled to the presumption of innocence while proceedings occur. Nick had gotten into a heated argument with his parents the previous evening, during a party at the home of Conan O’Brien, a well-known television talk show host.[1] Upon his arrest, Nick hired a well-known defense attorney named Alan Jackson, who had previously represented Kevin Spacey and Harvey Weinstein, but Jackson eventually withdrew from the case. Jackson at first refused to specifically state why he withdrew, but it is believed that money was a main issue.[2] Reiner is currently represented by Los Angeles County Public Defender Kimberly Greene, but according to a petition filed on his behalf, Jackson is willing to come back to assist with the case. Reiner would like to rehire Jackson, but he needs to find a way to pay him.[3] Nick apparently has no current source of income, but he does have a trust fund, set up by his parents, which is estimated to be at least $1.5 million. Through his attorney, Nick is petitioning the court for access to the trust fund to help finance his defense.[4] In other words, he would like to use some of the money his parents gave him to help defend himself against the murder charges. The terms of the trust are specific: half of the funds were supposed to be distributed when he reached age 30 in 2023, with the other half to be distributed when he turns 35. The 2023 distribution apparently did not happen.[5] As for the second payment, due in 2028, the outcome is in doubt. If convicted, Nick would likely be prohibited from collecting it due to California's “slayer statute.”[6] Most U.S. states have a slayer statute. This type of law first gained attention in 1989 when the Menendez brothers were accused of killing their parents in Beverly Hills, CA. The brothers were convicted of murder and prohibited from collecting their inheritance from their parents' estate. In California, the statute states that someone who murders someone else cannot inherit assets or gain any financial profit as a result. The burden of proof varies, with some states requiring a criminal conviction to void a disposition, and other states requiring only civil liability.[7] In Nick's case, if the statute is ruled applicable, it would result in Nick being treated as if he had predeceased his parents.[8] A big part of the issue is the unmade trust distribution from 2023, which was scheduled before the crime was committed. The trustee apparently denied the payment due to Nick's history of substance abuse, and his alleged inability to manage the trust assets on his own.[9] [10] For his part, Nick's attorney classifies this as a subjective opinion, which, in his view, is not a valid reason to hold back the money.[11] But things get even more complicated from there. Nick's side has also argued that the assets in question are not assets of his deceased parents' estate, but assets of a trust that had already been funded before the crimes occurred. The argument is that once the assets went into the trust, they were no longer part of Rob and Michele Reiner's estates. [12] Then there's the issue of legal competence. The counterargument offered by Nick's lawyer is that the trustee has the authorization to make payments to a fiduciary, so competency shouldn't be relevant.[13] Reiner asserted in a court filing that his two siblings, Jake and Romy Reiner, had agreed at first to pay legal fees to retain Alan Jackson, but later changed their minds.[14] Their role in any future trial or litigation remains to be seen. Of course, Nick Reiner is presumed innocent until proven guilty. For now, his trust attorneys claim that by blocking access to what they characterize as his own funds, the trustee is effectively punishing him before he is convicted.[15] There’s still a lot to be determined here. Stay tuned. [1] Comiter, Jordana. “Rob Reiner’s Death: A Timeline of the Investigation and Nick Reiner’s Arrest.” People Magazine. https://people.com/rob-reiner-death-investigation-timeline-11870197 (published December 19, 2025; accessed June 24, 2026). [2] Bagchi, Aysha. “Nick Reiner’s star lawyer stepped down. This could be why.” USA Today. https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/celebrities/2026/01/07/nick-reiner-murder-charges-rob-michele-reiner-lawyer-withdraws/88069146007/ (published January 8, 2026; accessed June 24, 2026). [3] Sulkin Stern, Anna. “Nick Reiner Seeks Access to Trust Fund to Finance His Defense.” Wealthmanagement.com. https://www.wealthmanagement.com/estate-planning/nick-reiner-seeks-access-to-trust-fund-to-finance-his-defense (published June 17, 2026; accessed June 26, 2026). [4] Id. [5] Esquibias, Liza. “Nick Reiner wants his trust fund for his defense. Can he get it?.” USA Today. https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/celebrities/2026/06/12/rob-reiner-son-nick-reiner-family-trust-dispute-inheritance-analysis/90497780007/ (published June 12, 2025; accessed June 25, 2026). [6] Sulkin Stern, Anna. “Nick Reiner Seeks Access to Trust Fund to Finance His Defense.” Wealthmanagement.com. https://www.wealthmanagement.com/estate-planning/nick-reiner-seeks-access-to-trust-fund-to-finance-his-defense (published June 17, 2025; accessed June 24, 2026). [7] Pehush, Tara L. (2005) “Comments: Maryland Is Dying for a Slayer Statute: The Ineffectiveness of the Common Law Slayer Rule in Maryland,” University of Baltimore Law Review: Vol. 35: Iss. 2, Article 7. http://scholarworks.law.ubalt.edu/ublr/vol35/iss2/7 (published 2005; accessed July 17, 2026). [8] Esquibias, Liza. “Nick Reiner wants his trust fund for his defense. Can he get it?.” USA Today. https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/celebrities/2026/06/12/rob-reiner-son-nick-reiner-family-trust-dispute-inheritance-analysis/90497780007/ (published June 12, 2025; accessed June 25, 2026). [9] Sulkin Stern, Anna. “Nick Reiner Seeks Access to Trust Fund to Finance His Defense.” Wealthmanagement.com. https://www.wealthmanagement.com/estate-planning/nick-reiner-seeks-access-to-trust-fund-to-finance-his-defense (published June 17, 2025; accessed June 24, 2026). [10] Esquibias, Liza. “Nick Reiner wants his trust fund for his defense. Can he get it?.” USA Today. https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/celebrities/2026/06/12/rob-reiner-son-nick-reiner-family-trust-dispute-inheritance-analysis/90497780007/ (published June 12, 2025; accessed June 25, 2026). [11] Id. [12] Esquibias, Liza. “Nick Reiner wants his trust fund for his defense. Can he get it?.” USA Today. https://www.usatoday.com/story/entertainment/celebrities/2026/06/12/rob-reiner-son-nick-reiner-family-trust-dispute-inheritance-analysis/90497780007/ (published June 12, 2025; accessed June 25, 2026). [13] Sulkin Stern, Anna. “Nick Reiner Seeks Access to Trust Fund to Finance His Defense.” Wealthmanagement.com. https://www.wealthmanagement.com/estate-planning/nick-reiner-seeks-access-to-trust-fund-to-finance-his-defense (published June 17, 2025; accessed June 24, 2026). [14] Mandell, Sean.. “Nick Reiner Claims His Siblings ‘Reversed' Their ‘Commitment’ to Fund His Legal Defense.” People Magazine https://people.com/nick-reiner-claims-his-siblings-reversed-their-commitment-to-fund-his-legal-defense-11995526 (published June 11, 2025; accessed June 25, 2026). [15] Sulkin Stern, Anna. “Nick Reiner Seeks Access to Trust Fund to Finance His Defense.” Wealthmanagement.com. https://www.wealthmanagement.com/estate-planning/nick-reiner-seeks-access-to-trust-fund-to-finance-his-defense (published June 17, 2025; accessed June 24, 2026). More SML Planning Minute Podcast Episodes This podcast is brought to you by Security Mutual Life Insurance Company of New York, The Company That Cares®. The content provided is intended for educational and informational purposes only. Information is provided in good faith. However, the Company makes no representation or warranty of any kind regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of the information. 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Our birthday getaway to Cancun was supposed to begin with champagne and celebration—but instead it turned into one of the most unbelievable travel nightmares we've ever experienced. We take everyone behind the scenes of the chaos that started before sunrise when American Airlines canceled our original flight, rebooked us multiple times, changed our gates over and over again, and somehow managed to make an already stressful travel day even more unbelievable. Then came the moment that changed everything. Inside a temporary American Airlines Admirals Club, what should have been a quiet place to regroup quickly became the center of an uncomfortable confrontation with an employee whose behavior left us feeling shocked, intimidated and completely blindsided. We share exactly what happened, why airport police were called, and why even other employees appeared uncomfortable with the situation unfolding around us. Just when we thought the drama was finally behind us, things somehow got worse. We reveal why another Admirals Club refused to let us inside before even hearing our side of the story, how one incredible American Airlines flight attendant completely restored our faith in customer service, and why she encouraged us to publicly share our experience. But the surprises didn't stop there. After finally landing in beautiful Cancun to celebrate Patrik's birthday, we discovered our luggage had somehow been sent to Dallas instead of Mexico, forcing us to postpone photo shoots and spend the first days of our vacation without our belongings. Then came another shocking twist when we almost became victims of a transportation scam at Cancun International Airport that could have cost travelers hundreds of dollars if they weren't paying attention. Along the way we share hilarious moments, laugh through the madness, celebrate SnowWhite90210 traveling like the little VIP she is, and remind ourselves that sometimes the craziest travel disasters become the funniest stories later. This episode is packed with outrageous airport drama, unbelievable customer service stories, travel tips every flyer should know, behind-the-scenes birthday chaos, and proof that even when everything goes wrong, the adventure somehow becomes unforgettable. Subscribe to our audio: linktr.ee/undressedpod Follow Pol' Atteu: Instagram: @polatteu TikTok: @polatteu X/Twitter: @polatteuwww.polatteu.com Follow Patrik Simpson: Instagram: @patriksimpson TikTok: @patriksimpsonwww.patriksimpson.com Follow SnowWhite90210: Instagram: @snowwhite90210 X/Twitter: @SnowWhite9010www.snowwhite90210.com Watch Gown and Out in Beverly Hills on Prime Videowww.gownandoutinbeverlyhills.com #UndressedPodcastArmenian Coffee Reading SnowWhite90210 SnowBubu is the perfect gift!https://polatteu.com/shop/ols/products/snowbubu90210 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Breaking The Silence with Dr Gregory Williams Fault Lines, Family Trauma, and the Courage to Still Stand Dr. Gregory Williams speaks with author Tim Smith about childhood kidnapping, neglect, shame, therapy, memory, identity, and how telling the truth can turn trauma into hope, healing, and personal power. This week's guest is Tim Smith. Tim grew up in the rural South in an environment shaped by addiction, instability and neglect--experiences that would later form the emotional backbone of his writing. His book, "Faultline" was released recently. Guest Spotlight: Tim Smith Tim Smith is the author of Fault Line: Still Standing, a memoir rooted in his childhood experiences of family instability, neglect, trauma, and the long process of naming what happened to him. In this episode, he discusses being taken from his father by his mother at age six, the emotional “fault line” that shaped his life, the role of therapy in recovering memory and meaning, and the hard-won belief that a person's past can shape them without defining them. Opening From Houston With a Message About Trauma and Truth In this episode of Breaking the Silence, Dr. Gregory Williams opens from Houston, Texas, reflecting on birthdays, memories, and how significant moments can bring both good and painful emotions to the surface. Before introducing his guest, he continues a series of practical reflections on healing from abuse and trauma. His first point is to tell yourself the truth: admit what happened, acknowledge that it was not your fault, and stop hiding the reality of the pain. He also reminds listeners that trauma may affect behavior, triggers, and responses, but it is not the whole of a person's identity. Separating Identity From Experience Dr. Williams emphasizes that what happened to someone is not the same as who they are. He tells listeners that abuse, domestic violence, neglect, human trafficking, and other traumatic experiences may shape a person's reactions, but they do not define the person's worth or future. He uses his own life as an example, saying that aspects of how he showers, dresses, and responds to certain situations were shaped by childhood abuse, yet those experiences are not his identity. He frames this as a key part of healing: replacing “what's wrong with me?” with “what happened to me, and what support do I need?” Breaking the Silence Safely Another key lesson Dr. Williams shares is the importance of breaking silence carefully and safely. He encourages survivors to find someone trustworthy before sharing painful truths, whether that person is a spouse, counselor, pastor, teacher, friend, or another safe support. He recommends journaling as a first step, then sharing only a small portion when the time feels right. For Dr. Williams, secrets can become a prison, but safe disclosure can bring relief, healing, and resilience when the listener believes the survivor and does not push them away. Tim Smith and the Fault Line of His Life After apologizing for a scheduling mistake the previous week, Dr. Williams welcomes Tim Smith, author of Fault Line: Still Standing. Tim explains that the story had been inside him for years, but therapy helped him realize that what he had treated as mere facts were actually emotionally loaded experiences. The central “fault line” of his life, he says, was when his mother took him from his father at age six. He had not originally used the word “kidnapping” for the experience until his husband, who has a background in social work, pointed out that being taken against his will and hidden from his father for a year fit that description. Memory, Music, and the Body's Record of Trauma Tim describes how therapy reopened memories he had not revisited for decades, almost like a dam breaking. As he began writing, sensory details returned through images, sounds, smells, songs, and scenes from childhood. He explains that, as a photographer and visual person, the pictures in his mind contain “all of the data”: emotion, sound, smell, and memory. One song, Meat Loaf's “Two Out of Three Ain't Bad,” instantly pulls him back to a specific childhood scene. The conversation shows how trauma is stored not only as narrative memory, but also through the body, the senses, and emotional association. Kidnapping, Silence, and Dissociation Tim recounts the morning his mother took him, describing how she woke him, had him kiss his father goodbye, and led him toward a car driven by his soon-to-be stepfather. He remembers becoming immediately frightened, crying in the back seat, and later being threatened that he would be left on the side of the interstate if he did not stop. Afterward, he lived in trailer parks and became nonverbal at home for about a year, using silence as the only weapon available to him as a small child. He also describes staring out windows and mentally leaving situations he could not control, a pattern of dissociation that continued as a survival tool. Shame, Neglect, and Reclaiming Worth The middle section of the interview explores Tim's childhood neglect, poverty, and shame. He remembers not being fed breakfast, being placed on free breakfast and lunch programs, and being mocked at home for his body and perceived effeminacy. He says that abuse, neglect, and homophobic shaming made him fearful and ashamed for decades. Later in life, even while working in private equity in Beverly Hills, he still had to challenge the internal belief that he was somehow less than everyone else. Through therapy, reflection, and the writing of his memoir, Tim came to see that the darkness of his past was not who he was. Therapy, Meaning, and the Ingredients of Peace Tim and Dr. Williams discuss therapy, trust, medication, shutdown, suicidal despair, and the search for meaning after Tim's mother died, September 11 happened, and he lost his job in quick succession. Tim says writing the book became therapeutic, though it also brought intense PTSD moments and painful memories. When Dr. Williams asks him to imagine cooking up “peace” on a Waffle House grill, Tim names ingredients such as believing in yourself, knowing who you are, stability, routine, love, a safe relationship, dogs, and the feeling of taking a nap on a rainy Sunday afternoon. His definition of peace is simple, embodied, safe, and deeply earned. Taking Back Power and Choosing Hope Near the end, Dr. Williams asks Tim what he would say to listeners who have carried trauma for decades. Tim tells them to be brave, to understand that healing may require burning like a phoenix, and to remember that pain may be part of them but does not control them. He urges people to take back power from the false narratives in their heads, from abusive or neglectful parental voices, and from a past that is not their identity. The episode closes with Dr. Williams recommending Fault Line: Still Standing, sharing Tim's website faultlinememoir.com and Instagram Tim.Smith.writes, and reminding listeners that there is always hope, no matter what happened to them.
As we close out this series, we look back at the tragedy, scandal and the book Movie Star and the Mobster. Lana Turner would survive the terrible night on North Bedford Drive in Beverly Hills, but her life – and the life of her daughter – would never be the same.
Send us Fan MailDana Wilkey from Real Housewives of Beverly Hills has confirmed insider tea on the Milania Giudice assault that nobody has fully told you yet — and wait until you hear who did what and in what order because it changes the entire story. Dana breaks down exactly what happened the night Milania Giudice was arrested, what the initials LR on the police report really mean, and the detail about Gabriella Giudice that reframes everything. Then Dana catches Page Six doing something on behalf of Bravo production that she cannot believe they had the nerve to do — and once you understand what actually happened with that Milania video you will never read a RHONJ tabloid story the same way again. Then the RHONJ finale — Kim D is calling it the Last Supper and Dana has the inside details on what Luis Ruelas tried to pull with the outfits, what Dolores Catania allegedly got gifted and why Dana thinks Teresa Giudice is already planning her exit from the show. The rest of today's show including the Beverly Hills madam tea, Whitney Rose separation truth, RHORI bombshell, Diddy prison tea and a full true crime deep dive on the Nichol Olsen case with Dana's full theory and receipts is exclusively on Patreon.
Do you feel emotionally exhausted, unlucky in love or trapped in the same painful relationship patterns? Many women appear successful and confident on the outside while privately struggling with narcissistic partners, childhood trauma, family conflict, gaslighting, abandonment wounds and relationships that leave them questioning their own reality. You may be searching for answers such as: • Am I in a relationship with a narcissist? • Why do I keep attracting toxic partners? • How can I recover from narcissistic abuse and gaslighting? • Are my childhood wounds affecting my love life? • Why do I feel guilty when establishing boundaries? • Why do I feel emotionally drained around certain people? • Why does bad luck seem to follow me? • Am I experiencing negative energy or a spiritual blockage? • Could I be cursed, crossed or affected by the evil eye? • Where can I find spiritual healing, an energy-cleansing retreat or a private psychic consultation? In this episode, discover how Psychic Christine Wallace helps women examine love, family conflict, childhood wounds, generational patterns and emotionally unhealthy relationships through her most comprehensive service: the Full Life Psychic and Tarot Reading with spiritual energy cleansing. During this private experience, Christine connects intuitively with the client's energy while the client holds a crystal. She lays out the tarot cards individually to explore the past, present and possible future while identifying relationship patterns and areas requiring closer attention. The session concludes with a personalized spiritual cleansing using holy wood, sage, holy and blessed waters, affirmations, prayer, guided meditation and chakra balancing. This experience may be meaningful for women searching for: • Narcissistic relationship help in Singapore • Narcissistic abuse recovery in Los Angeles • Toxic relationship guidance in Beverly Hills • Childhood trauma and inner-child healing • Love and relationship advice for women • Help recovering from gaslighting and emotional manipulation • Spiritual healing and energy cleansing • Psychic love readings and tarot card readings • Chakra balancing and spiritual protection • Healing retreats and private spiritual experiences • Generational pattern and past-life karma readings • Evil-eye, negative-energy or curse concerns • Greater peace, happiness, clarity and self-trust Feeling as though you might be cursed does not automatically mean that a curse is present. Emotional stress, trauma, relationship difficulties, health concerns and financial pressure can also make life feel unusually heavy. Christine's consultation offers a spiritual and intuitive perspective while encouraging clients to seek qualified medical, psychological, legal or financial help whenever appropriate. SPECIAL TWO-QUESTION EMAIL PROMOTION To celebrate her move to a new shop in Beverly Hills, California, Psychic Christine Wallace is offering a special two-question psychic email promotion. To inquire, email: trustedpsychic180@gmail.com Please include: Your first name Your date of birth Your two most important questions Your questions may concern love, a narcissistic or toxic partner, childhood wounds, family problems, recurring relationship patterns, negative energy or another difficult situation. Messages will be answered in the order received, and promotional availability may be limited. Christine welcomes inquiries from women in Singapore, Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, Santa Monica, Malibu, West Hollywood and other locations worldwide. Ask about private in-person and remote spiritual consultations. Beverly Hills location: 9455 S. Santa Monica Boulevard, Suite #3 Beverly Hills, California Listen to the complete episode, then LIKE, COMMENT, SHARE and SUBSCRIBE to Mystical Charms And Things. Share this with a woman who is ready to stop walking on eggshells, rebuild her self-trust and begin searching for clarity, peace and healthier love. #SingaporePsychic #PsychicReadingSingapore #SingaporeWomen #TarotReadingSingapore #SpiritualHealingSingapore #EnergyHealingSingapore #LoveAdviceSingapore #NarcissisticAbuseSingapore #ToxicRelationshipSingapore #HealingRetreatSingapore #LosAngelesPsychic #PsychicReadingLosAngeles #LosAngelesSpiritualHealing #NarcissisticAbuseRecoveryLosAngeles #ChildhoodTraumaHealingLosAngeles #BeverlyHillsPsychic #BeverlyHillsTarot #BeverlyHillsSpiritualHealing #LovePsychic #RelationshipAdviceForWomen #NarcissisticRelationship #NarcissisticAbuseRecovery #GaslightingRecovery #ToxicRelationshipHealing #ChildhoodTraumaRecovery #HealingChildhoodWounds #InnerChildHealing #EnergyCleansing #SpiritualCleansing #NegativeEnergyRemoval #SpiritualProtection #EvilEyeProtection #CurseRemovalHelp #AmICursed #GenerationalHealing #PastLifeKarma #ChakraBalancing #HealingRetreat #WomensHealingRetreat #EmotionalHealing #SpiritualHelp #MysticalCharmsAndThings
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"It's not the concept that got us there. We were blessed to have created barbecue chicken pizza. But if we didn't know how to trust and empower and manage people, we would have died with one restaurant." Most people who know California Pizza Kitchen know the barbecue chicken pizza. Fewer know that the two men who built it were federal prosecutors who had never run a restaurant, borrowed a quarter million dollars, mortgaged their homes, and lost their first chef after one month. Rick Rosenfield, co-founder of California Pizza Kitchen, joins Nicky to tell the full story — from a single Beverly Hills location in 1985 to a 14,000-employee national brand sold in 2011. What he describes is less a business story than a people story: how two lawyers with no industry experience figured out, on the fly, that culture was the actual product. The barbecue chicken pizza brought people in the door. The R.O.C.K. values — Respect, Opportunity, Communication, Kindness — brought them back, and kept 32 regional directors on board for an average of 14 years each. Rick and Nicky get into the mechanics of a 40-year partnership that worked, including the one rule Rick credits most: they never said "I told you so." They dig into high standards as a hiring filter, the decision to go non-smoking before any other national chain, what it means to be a work-with company instead of a work-for company, and why a great concept is not enough without the people to carry it. Rick closes with three pieces of advice drawn from four decades of building something real — all of them applicable well beyond the restaurant business. Live by R.O.C.K. — Respect, Opportunity, Communication, Kindness. Let these four values guide your hiring, your culture, and your daily decisions, not just your mission statement. 2. Commit to perseverance over momentum. The path is rarely a straight line — it stalls, crashes, and restarts. Stay true to your vision through the cycles rather than abandoning it when circumstances get hard. 3. Do the right thing. It is not always easy to do, but it is almost always easy to identify. Build the habit of acting on that knowledge even when it is costly. Learn more & connect: Rick Rosenfield: https://www.rickrosenfield.com The California Pizza Kitchen Story (Amazon): https://www.amazon.com Resources mentioned: The California Pizza Kitchen Story by Rick Rosenfield — https://www.rickrosenfield.com The War of Art by Steven Pressfield — https://www.stevenpressfield.com The Legend of Bagger Vance by Steven Pressfield — https://www.stevenpressfield.com Jack Carr (foreword author) — https://www.jackcarrusa.com R.O.C.K. culture framework — discussed in The California Pizza Kitchen Story Visit https://www.eCircleAcademy.com and book a success call with Nicky to take your practice to the next level.
JT & Tim Capel are joined by James Gruenberg to break down Beverly Hills, 90210 Season 4, Episode 13: “Emily.” Brandon's San Francisco trip continues as his reunion with Emily Valentine grows more complicated, forcing both of them to confront unresolved feelings and painful memories from the past. As sparks begin flying again, Brandon has to decide whether revisiting an old relationship is worth the emotional risk. Back in Beverly Hills, the rest of the gang deals with shifting friendships, relationship tension, and the continuing fallout from recent events as Season Four keeps pushing everyone into new territory. As well as... the END of DAN RUBIN?? JT, Tim, and James break down all the key moments with awards, character rankings, best scenes, and plenty of debate over Brandon and Emily's complicated connection, all on another nostalgic episode of 9021NoSo.
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On today's agenda: saving JJ's!, Tom and Donna in Beverly Hills, Tom finding romance, introducing Jonathan Karate!, and a brilliant ending to the question we've been waiting to have answered since the first episode of this season! When Leslie and Ron work together, with Ben as their paperwork extraordinaire, they can do anything! Thank you so much to Dalon J. Holland (Percy Cattube, the intern) for the incredible memories from the Gryzzlbox episode and thanks to Kamala Jones (Trish) for sharing what it was like to be on a rooftop bar shooting in Hollywood! Rest in Peace to the amazing JJ's Diner's own, Brent Briscoe and to Jen Oda, who played the lovely sushi waitress at Tom and Donna's Treat Yo Self Day. You are missed and you are remembered. https://momsdemandaction.org/https://www.instagram.com/dalonjholland/https://www.instagram.com/c2bizlab/Support the showRate and review us on Apple Podcasts!Follow us @parkpalspodcast on Instagram! Or email us at parkpalspodcast@gmail.com
Welcome back to UNDRESSED: THE INTERVIEW as we continue our unforgettable conversation with Valley Persian Style star Sky Askari. In Part 2, we go far beyond the headlines and dive into marriage, reality television, family, fame, and the unexpected challenges that come with opening your life to millions of viewers. From separate bedrooms and Cartier proposals to cast feuds and behind-the-scenes drama, Sky holds nothing back. We kick things off by addressing one of the biggest topics from Valley Persian Style: Sky and her husband's unconventional sleeping arrangement. Sky reveals that years of her husband's increasingly unbearable snoring led her to retreat to her own bedroom, joking that she prefers to think of herself as royalty with separate chambers. Of course, we compare notes on our own marriage, laughing about arguments, guest rooms, fireplaces, and why Patrik can never seem to escape Pol—even when he tries. The conversation quickly turns romantic as we revisit one of the most important moments of our lives: Pol's unforgettable proposal to Patrik. What began as plans for a private-jet engagement to Hawaii turned into something even more extravagant when production couldn't secure the permits in time. Refusing to stage a fake television moment, Pol made a phone call that resulted in one of Beverly Hills' most iconic streets shutting down. We relive the incredible story of closing Rodeo Drive, gathering dozens of friends at Cartier, and orchestrating a surprise proposal complete with diamonds, luxury shopping, Louis Vuitton bags, and SnowWhite90210 in attendance. As we walk through the emotional details, we share the hilariously unfiltered hot-mic moment when Patrik, stunned by the size of the ring, leaned down and asked Pol if he had sold one of the houses to pay for it. Beyond the glamour and extravagance, the conversation becomes a touching reflection on love, commitment, and the once-in-a-lifetime moments that define a relationship. From there, Sky opens up about how she found herself cast on Valley Persian Style. Contrary to what many viewers assumed, she reveals that she barely knew most of the cast members before filming and was introduced to the production team through her friendship with Tanin. Sky explains that while she had briefly crossed paths with Golnesa “GG” Gharachedaghi years earlier, she had no real friendships with Shahs of Sunset veterans like Mercedes “MJ” Javid, Reza Farahan, Tommy Feight, or Adam Neely before stepping into the spotlight. As first-time reality stars ourselves, we ask Sky what it was like to suddenly expose her private life to cameras. She admits that despite being an open person, she has always fiercely protected her family, her children, and her inner circle. Sky shares that appearing on television forced her to confront emotions and insecurities she had spent years avoiding, ultimately teaching her lessons she hopes to pass on to her children. The conversation becomes even more candid as we discuss the darker side of reality television. Sky reflects on the toxicity of season one and admits that what began as entertainment eventually became deeply personal. She reveals that she struggled with how quickly friendships unraveled, how cast members continued discussing her on podcasts and in interviews, and how painful it was to feel targeted by people she once trusted. Despite everything, Sky insists that she has no regrets because the experience forced her to grow and better understand herself. We also explore the unique pressures of ensemble reality television and whether drama is organic or strategically amplified for the cameras. Sky explains that while she believes emotions are real, conflicts often become magnified once filming begins. She opens up about the tension between authenticity and performance and admits that there were moments she refused to recreate scenes because the emotions behind them were simply too raw. As parents and public figures, we dive into the importance of protecting children from fame and preserving some sense of normalcy. Sky explains why she intentionally limits her children's involvement on the show and how carefully she navigates balancing public life with private life. Of course, no conversation would be complete without addressing one of the season's most controversial moments: the infamous dog-oil incident. Sky finally tells her side of the story, insisting that rubbing skincare oil onto her beloved dogs was never intended as an insult but as a compliment to the product itself. She reveals that producers left out crucial details from the scene, including her questions about preservatives, ingredients, and shelf life—questions she believes would have completely changed viewers' perception of the situation. Sky also reveals that many of her favorite moments never made the final cut, including a visit to Warner Bros. with producer Ali Afshar to discuss incorporating pieces from her jewelry collection into future film projects. Moments like those, she says, better reflect who she truly is beyond the drama audiences see on television. As our conversation comes to a close, Sky looks ahead to season two with a completely different perspective. While she admits that she initially considered walking away, she ultimately chose to return stronger, wiser, and more confident. This time, she says, she is no longer interested in over-explaining herself or proving anything to anyone. Instead, she plans to stand her ground, represent her family and culture proudly, and let her actions speak for themselves. From separate bedrooms and spectacular proposals to reality-TV betrayals, family values, luxury lifestyles, and Hollywood politics, Part 2 of our conversation with Sky Askari proves that there is always far more happening behind the scenes than viewers ever imagine. Subscribe to our audio:linktr.ee/undressedpod Follow Pol' Atteu Instagram: @polatteu Twitter: @polatteuwww.polatteu.com Follow Patrik Simpson:Instagram: @patriksimpsonTikTok: @patriksimpsonwww.patriksimpson.com Follow SnowWhite90210:Instagram: @snowwhite90210Twitter: @SnowWhite9010www.snowwhite90210.com Watch Gown and Out in Beverly Hills on Prime Video:www.gownandoutinbeverlyhills.com #UndressedPodcast Armenian Coffee Reading SnowWhite90210 SnowBubu is a Perfect gift! https://polatteu.com/shop/ols/products/snowbubu90210 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Welcome back to UNDRESSED: THE HAUTE SEAT with Sky Askari, where couture meets chaos and absolutely nothing is off limits.. We put Sky directly in the fashion haute seat as we dive into celebrity style, diamonds, reality TV drama, and some very strong opinions that are guaranteed to get people talking. We kick things off with our signature segment, Runway Rundown, where we break down the good, the bad, the ugly, and the “what were you wearing and why?” Before the fashion critiques begin, we remind everyone to grab an Armenian coffee reading, pick up our book Anna Nicole Smith: Portrait of an Icon, and take home a SnowBubu because, according to Sky, she can't wait to get one herself. Our first fashion victim—or fashion icon, depending on who you ask—is none other than Zendaya and Tom Holland. While Pol admires Zendaya's edgy leather look, Sky and Patrik immediately zero in on what they think is missing: better proportions, more jewelry, and a softer silhouette. The three of us hilariously debate leather skirts, body chains, motorcycle vibes, and whether even one of Hollywood's biggest stars can pull off a look that feels slightly unfinished. Next, we turn our attention to The Valley star Jasmine Goode's wedding. We gush over Jasmine's romantic lace gown while questioning whether her wife Melissa's bridal style matched the occasion. What follows is a surprisingly passionate conversation about same-sex weddings, bridal fashion, and the importance of finding a style that reflects both personalities. Then the tables turn as Sky becomes the subject of her own fashion critique. We dissect one of her Dolce & Gabbana lace looks from a lupus charity event, debating skirt lengths, scalloped hems, metallic lace, and the eternal struggle between sexy and sophisticated. Sky takes the criticism like a pro while Pol offers couture-level tailoring advice and reassures her that her current leather-and-jewelry ensemble is absolutely on point. The fashion talk quickly transforms into a jewelry masterclass when Sky reveals details about her custom pieces and offers to design a one-of-a-kind ring for Pol's neglected index finger. Between discussions about coin collections, wedding bands, and statement jewelry, the conversation takes a hilarious detour as we joke about flying first class, surviving long flights, and who really gets the better seat. Then it's time for Haute Topics, and things get even juicier. We tackle one of the most controversial luxury debates of the year: lab-grown diamonds versus natural diamonds. Sky doesn't hesitate, declaring her love for the real thing while admitting that changing trends have pushed her to explore lab-created collections for her own jewelry line. The conversation takes an unexpected turn when she hints at tension involving another cast member entering the jewelry world, insisting that nobody can compete with what she has spent nearly a decade building. Sky opens up about her deep connection to her jewelry designs, explaining that every piece reflects her own personality and vision. We discuss competition, authenticity, and why true luxury is about far more than trends. Finally, we approach one of the biggest headlines in the world—growing tensions involving Iran and the United States. While Sky respectfully declines to dive into politics, the conversation reveals just how personal and emotional these issues can be for the Persian community. From Zendaya and Tom Holland to The Valley, Dolce & Gabbana, diamonds, wedding gowns, and reality-TV rivalries, Part 3 proves that fashion is never just fashion—it's personal, emotional, and occasionally downright messy. And just when you think we've covered it all, we're about to head into the Armenian coffee reading. Subscribe to our audio: linktr.ee/undressedpod Follow Pol Atteu: Instagram: @polatteu Tiktok: @polatteu Twitter: @polatteu www.polatteu.com Follow Patrik Simpson: Instagram: @patriksimpson Tiktok: @patriksimpson www.patriksimpson.com Follow SnowWhite90210: Instagram: @snowwhite90210 Twitter: @SnowWhite9010 www.snowwhite90210.com Watch Gown and Out In Beverly Hills on Prime Video. www.gownandoutinbeverlyhills.com #UndressedPodcast Armenian Coffee Reading SnowWhite90210 SnowBubu is a Perfect gift! https://polatteu.com/shop/ols/products/snowbubu90210 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Send us Fan MailGHK-Copper and peptides in skin care, aging, and general health.TOPICS DISCUSSED:Endogenous Decline: GHK-copper levels peak in young adulthood then fall with age, reducing natural support for skin repair and collagen maintenance.Skin Penetration: Effective topical delivery depends on molecular size under and fat solubility, often improved by procedures such as microneedling that briefly disrupt the barrier.Mechanisms of Action: The peptide upregulates fibroblasts and vascular endothelial growth factor, stimulates glycosaminoglycan production, and alters expression of genes involved in tissue regeneration and oxidative stress reduction.Lasting Remodeling: Gene expression changes produce sustained collagen rebuilding that develops over weeks to months rather than delivering only transient effects.Administration Routes: Topical use is accessible and pairs well with hyaluronic acid for hydration; injectables may reach higher local concentrations but lack extensive human trial data and FDA approval for this purpose.Safety & Protocols: The compound is generally well tolerated with mild transient injection-site reactions; typical approaches use daily microgram doses for one to two months followed by off periods.Hair & Other Uses: Clinical observations indicate potential for hair shaft strengthening comparable to minoxidil with a favorable side-effect profile, alongside exploratory work in wound healing and neurological contexts.Research Needs: Expanded human studies are required to standardize dosing, confirm long-term safety, and evaluate value in neurodegeneration, lung repair, and related areas.ABOUT THE GUEST: Rahi Sarbaziha, MD is a physician in Beverly Hills, California whose practice focuses on regenerative aesthetics, hormone therapies, peptides, and interventions that support vitality, tissue repair, and overall wellness.Support the showSupport my work:Good Chemistry: Personalized, science-based health consulting. Work with Dr. Nick Jikomes directly.Affiliate Partners: Visit this link to see my affiliate partners and get discounts codes for products & services to support health.For all the ways you can support my efforts.
The Tim Conway Jr Show Hour with Andy Riesmeyer Hour 2 (7.20) Andy’s in-studio guest tonight is Tom Carroll, the engaging host of the LA Times’ Instagram page “404,” serving up bite-sized, delicious chunks of all things Los Angeles. Andy’s been a fan since Tom’s “Tom Explores Los Angeles” days — he’s basically the millennial Huell Howser, a true local who started with tours and has never stopped showing off the city he loves. Tom highlights the IMAX 70mm print of Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” at the Alex Theatre in Glendale, with a big call to bring back that down-and-dirty, sexy film experience over digital. His top hidden gem? The charming little Steamers train ride in Griffith Park. For the best martinis in town, he recommends Hermon’s in Highland Park and the classic Musso & Frank in Hollywood. Listener TalkBacks roll in as Andy and Tom debate strip steak vs. pork chop, reminisce about Troy Donahue’s striking blue eyes, and Tom reveals he’d love to finally visit Greystone Mansion in Beverly Hills. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode we watch and react to season 2 episode 15 of Beverly Hills, 90210.
In the Haute Seat, our unforgettable conversation with Katie Ginella delivers everything Bravo fans could ask for: shocking Housewives revelations, celebrity encounters, fashion critiques, and some of the funniest moments we've had in the studio. We kick things off diving into Katie's obsession with RuPaul and the impact that RuPaul's Drag Race has had on generations of people who simply wanted to feel accepted. We swap stories about attending the very first RuPaul's Drag Race premiere party, where RuPaul himself was hilariously denied entry because he wasn't in drag and had forgotten his ID. From Lady Bunny to backstage moments at Drag Race, Katie gushes over the icon who changed the world for millions. Naturally, the conversation spirals into pop culture, with Madonna's legendary habit of showing up hours late to concerts, George Michael becoming Katie's nine-year-old son's newest obsession, and Katie sharing details about her new podcast, Bravo's Most Wanted, which she launched after initially developing a different show with Monica Garcia from Salt Lake City before teaming up with Jamie Rice. We also reveal that years before Modern Family, Bravo passed on our own pilot, Designer Family, because executives didn't believe audiences were ready to watch two gay men raising a teenage daughter in Beverly Hills. Looking back now, it feels unbelievable. Katie gets candid about how reality television affected her children, revealing that her daughter received death threats after being targeted online and that filming RHOC took an emotional toll on the entire family. We also get the inside scoop on Kylie auditioning for Love Island and whether Katie's kids would ever join a “Next Gen OC.” Then comes one of the biggest bombshells of the episode: we reveal that we were among the very first people to witness the beginnings of Scandoval while filming Scheana Shay's wedding in Cancun. We recount seeing Tom Schwartz kiss Raquel Leviss on camera before later spotting Tom Sandoval kissing her off camera—long before the scandal exploded across the Bravo universe. Katie is left absolutely stunned by the story. The Housewives tea continues as Katie opens up about her biggest regrets from Orange County, admitting that she wishes she had stood up for herself more instead of trying to keep the peace. She addresses misconceptions that she is a liar, talks about the difference between “show friends” and “real friends,” and explains why she believes much of modern reality television has become performative. The mood shifts when SnowWhite90210 finally returns from the groomer and instantly steals the spotlight. Between puppy talk, frozen dog sperm, and plans for Mochi's future puppies, things take a hilariously unexpected turn. Katie also opens up about one of the most emotional chapters of her life: being adopted from Korea as a baby. She shares her complicated feelings about eventually meeting her birth mother, revealing that she simply wants to thank the woman who gave her a chance at the life she has today. We discuss identity, belonging, and the deep love Katie found with her husband Matt after surviving an allegedly abusive first marriage. As we head into Runway Rundown, Katie weighs in on the latest RHOC cast photos, revealing her favorite looks from Shannon Beador, Tamra Judge, and Vicki Gunvalson while hilariously critiquing the gowns worn by Emily Simpson, Gina Kirschenheiter, Jen Pedranti, and newcomer Carmella GarciaPol' gives his expert couture opinions, breaking down why quality and custom tailoring matter at every age. Throughout the episode, Katie remains refreshingly honest about the realities of Housewives fame, the friendships she misses, the betrayals she still struggles with, and whether she would ever return to RHOC. Between RuPaul, Madonna, Ariana Madix, Scheana Shay, Tom Sandoval, Raquel Leviss, Sutton Stracke, Vicki Gunvalson, and SnowWhite90210, the Haute Seat is packed with unforgettable moments and enough Bravo tea to keep fans talking until her Armenian coffee reading. Subscribe to our audio: linktr.ee/undressedpod Follow Pol Atteu: Instagram: @polatteu Tiktok: @polatteu Twitter: @polatteu www.polatteu.com Follow Patrik Simpson: Instagram: @patriksimpson Tiktok: @patriksimpson www.patriksimpson.com Follow SnowWhite90210: Instagram: @snowwhite90210 Twitter: @SnowWhite9010 www.snowwhite90210.com Watch Gown and Out In Beverly Hills on Prime Video. www.gownandoutinbeverlyhills.com #UndressedPodcast Armenian Coffee Reading SnowWhite90210 SnowBubu is a Perfect gift! https://polatteu.com/shop/ols/products/snowbubu90210 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On today's episode, we welcome Rick Rosenfield, Co-Founder of California Pizza Kitchen and author of The California Pizza Kitchen Story: How Two Federal Prosecutors Changed the Way America Eats Pizza. Before helping create one of the most recognizable restaurant brands in the world, Rick built a successful career as a federal prosecutor, handling major criminal cases and organized crime matters. But in 1985, he and his longtime friend and fellow attorney, Larry Flax, made an unexpected decision: leave the legal profession behind and open a pizza restaurant in Beverly Hills. What followed was one of the most remarkable brand-building stories in modern restaurant history. California Pizza Kitchen didn't just create a successful restaurant—it helped redefine what pizza could be, pioneered California-style pizza, and reshaped the casual dining experience. From barbecue chicken pizza to open kitchens and elevated dining, CPK became a category-defining brand that grew from a single location into a global phenomenon. In this episode, Rick shares the lessons behind that journey, including the risks they took, the challenges of rapid growth, and the importance of building both a brand and a business. We discuss the culture-first philosophy that became the foundation of CPK, the ROCK values—Respect, Opportunity, Communication, and Kindness—and why culture ultimately matters more than product. Rick also reflects on entrepreneurship, leadership under pressure, partnerships, private equity, loss of control, and what happens when the company you built evolves beyond your hands. This conversation is packed with insights for entrepreneurs, operators, restaurant leaders, and anyone interested in building an enduring brand. Rick's story is a reminder that some of the biggest opportunities come from taking an unconventional path—and having the courage to follow it. Are you interested in sponsoring and advertising on The Kara Goldin Show, which is now in the Top 1% of Entrepreneur podcasts in the world? Let me know by contacting me at karagoldin@gmail.com. You can also find me @KaraGoldin on all networks. To learn more about Rick Rosenfield and The California Pizza Kitchen Story:https://www.rickrosenfield.com/https://www.instagram.com/rickrosenfield/https://www.linkedin.com/in/rick-rosenfield/ Sponsored By: Whatnot - Download Whatnot today and get $20 Off and free shipping on your first purchase. Decagon - Ready to transform your customer support? Go to Decagon.ai/KARAGOLDIN to get a personalized demo and see what Decagon can do for your team. Odoo - Discover how Odoo can take your business to the next level by visiting Odoo.com Check out our website to view this episode's show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/866
We're recording late after Jordan's four-hour hair appointment, and somehow we go from baseball streaming complaints to Italian deli sandwiches, hair extensions, breast cancer confidence, salon gossip, Beverly Hills plastic surgery stories, and why ESPN makes Jeff feel personally attacked. Subscribe to Jeff and Jordan TV for more togethermess.Thank you to our partners:Shopify - Start your free trial at SHOPIFY.COM/togethermessJeff Schroeder and Jordan Lloyd — Big Brother fan favorites, Amazing Race competitors, and the real-life couple behind TogetherMess — are back every week with new episodes on Jeff & Jordan TV.We would love your feedback... If you enjoyed this episode, tell us why! Leave us a review and make sure you subscribe on your favorite podcast platform.Executive Producers are Riley Peleuses + Ian McNeny for YEA Media GroupIf you are interested in advertising on this podcast or having Jeff and Jordan as guests on your Podcast, Radio Show, or TV Show, reach out to podcast@yeamediagroup.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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I am fascinated with the idea of luxury brands like Dior, LVMH and Armani. It is clearly more than just diversification or trying to find new revenue streams. It is and has become part of the brand On a recent trip to Beverly Hills, I was invited to lunch with the group from Chateau Y'quem. I moved the entire schedule around (duh), to be there. And though I was remiss in remembering who fronted the hospitality, I was taken by the hospitality just the same. Now I am taken by the woman of was at the helm that day. Meet Fahara Zamorano. If you think the wine world is just swirling glasses and sniffing out tasting notes, Fajara Zamorano is here to flip your tablecloth. She strides into Wine Talks declaring, "You gotta remove the ego," and then proceeds to break down luxury wine culture not with snobbery, but with the kind of candor that leaves sommeliers and armchair tasters alike scrambling to rethink what it means to appreciate wine. Raised in the vine-studded valleys near Santiago, with the occasional detour into the Atacama desert—the driest place on earth—Fajara Zamorano grew up living the contrast between farmland "fairytale" and the arid edge of the world. No wonder she grew into someone who can call out ego in the most self-important industry on earth, then build a wine program for Monsieur Dior in Beverly Hills—where the stakes are as high as the heels. You're not just getting tips about which bottle to order at dinner. You're going to learn why the true luxury isn't price tags or Instagram clout, but the ability to see, anticipate, and dissolve the invisible barriers between guest and experience. Fajara Zamorano peels back the silk curtain on how fine dining works—how sommeliers read people, how guest notes are kept, and why even the "perfect" wine list is about much more than showing off. She'll have you questioning why we talk more about pesticides in strawberries than in the Cabernet you're sipping, and challenge the way the wine industry sacrifices humanity at the altar of mass marketing. She knows firsthand the battles of fighting for sustainable farming in a market obsessed with buzzwords, and still keeps her sense of humor when talking about Champagne, Armenian wines, or the eccentricities of the ladies who lunch on Rodeo Drive. If you've ever cringed at a wine list, been intimidated at a high-end restaurant, or wondered whether all this luxury talk means anything, this conversation is the antidote. Fajara Zamorano and Paul K will not only teach you how restaurants wield psychology like a decanter, but why the best experiences always put people before ego, and farming before flash. What you'll actually learn in this episode:
For the 30th anniversary of Star Trek: First Contact, Trek Tuesday presents a rare and lovingly reconstructed special drawn from Tony's original Beverly Hills roundtable, long‑lost New York radio segments, and a recent conversation with Jonathan Frakes. This anniversary episode brings together the voices who defined one of the most celebrated films in the franchise: Patrick Stewart, Rick Berman, Alice Krige, Brent Spiner, James Cromwell, Alfre Woodard, LeVar Burton, Michael Dorn, and Jonathan Frakes. SAVE 17% ON PLUS, TODAY
Dr. Carl Truesdale joins Naked Beauty to talk about how he became the go-to plastic surgeon in Beverly Hills. During our conversation Dr. Truesdale shared how his scientist and artist parents influenced his early interests, and ultimately his career. As a child he was a science nerd who attended science camp, and a gifted portrait artist. He was always interested in finding the beauty in people's faces, an interest that would never leave him. While in medical school, Dr. Truesdale was faced with more limited perspectives on beauty and technique that prioritized Eurocentric features. Dr. Truesdale shared with us that he made it his mission to challenge these dated perspectives and provide his clients of color with high quality service that does not fundamentally change what they look like, and ultimately, who they are.Dr. Truesdale is best known for his natural-looking procedures, especially deep plane face lifts, but our conversation covers many procedures. We get the scoop on facelifts filler, buccal fat removal, fat transfers, rhinoplasty, lip lifts and more. Dr. Truesdale generously explains how many of these procedures work, and what he takes into account before agreeing to perform them on his patients. We also talk about his interest in social media, and why dispelling disinformation online about medicine and science is so important to him. We also discuss the treatments he dislikes, when he'll reject patient requests, and the signs that tell him a patient should be recommended to therapeutic services pre-treatment. Dr.Truesdale has changed his industry and we are so excited for you to hear how he changed what was possible in his field. Tune in as we discuss:(3:45) Growing Up A Science Nerd(5:05) His Background As A Portrait Artist(6:20) How He Saw Himself Growing Up(7:25) Challenging Norms About What It Means To Be Beautiful(8:50) How Plastic Surgery Helps People(9:45) The Privilege Of This Work(10:55) How Aging Changes Our Faces(11:35) If The Collagen Hype Is Legitimate(13:15) Aging More Rapidly At Certain Periods In Our Lives(15:15) What A Deep Plane Facelift Entails(16:40) Why Lip Lifts Are So Interesting(19:50) Avoiding Overfilling and Over-Injecting(21:00) Thoughts On The Lack Of Integrity In The Plastic Surgery Industry(22:25) The Rising Popularity of Blepharoplasty(23:50) The Value Of Buccal Fat Removal(25:55) Why Fat Transfers Are The BBL of The Face (27:00) Fat Transfer Under The Eye Versus Filler(27:30) How Long Filler Can Actually Last(28:35) Lower Face Jowling(29:39) Why He Doesn't Love KYBELLA(30:05) Why Brow Lifts Are Effective Procedures(31:17) How Rapid Weight Loss Affects The Face(36:20) Unlearning Eurocentric Teaching Models(36:45) Why He's Vocal On Social Media(38:25) Procedures He May Get Done One Day(39:25) Thoughts On Ethnic Rhinoplasty(41:08) The Best Way To Determine How We'll Look As We Age(42:15) Red Flags From Patients(46:10) Advice to Upcoming Plastic Surgeons(47:15) Self-Care and Gratitude Practice(50:15) When He Feels Most Beautiful Rate, Subscribe & Review the Podcast on AppleJoin the Naked Beauty Community on IG: @nakedbeautyplanetThanks for all the love and support. Tag me while you're listening @nakedbeautyplanet & as always love to hear your thoughts :)Check out nakedbeautypodcast.com for all previous episodes & search episodes by topicShop My Favorite Products & Pod Discounts on my ShopMyShelfStay in touch with me: @brookedevardFollow Dr.Truesdale @doctor.truesdale Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In our special Anna Nicole Smith series, we take our Undressed-inistas back to the moment our lives changed forever: the day Pol' first met Anna Nicole Smith and the friendship that inspired our book, Anna Nicole Smith: Portrait of an Icon. We reveal why we felt compelled to write our tribute after watching strangers and reporters publish books about a woman they never truly knew, while we were quietly grieving the loss of one of our closest friends. We share how Pol's career was already soaring—designing for political royalty including Hillary Clinton, California First Lady Sharon Davis, Sharon Stone, Saudi princesses, and even preparing for a meeting with Princess Diana—when an unexpected call from E! stylist Lisa Thayer changed everything. Anna Nicole needed a gown for the Academy Awards after repeatedly landing on worst-dressed lists, but Pol' hesitated. How would dressing the world's most talked-about blonde bombshell fit into a couture empire built on presidents, royalty, and Hollywood legends? Then comes the unforgettable first meeting. Pol' walks into Anna's iconic leopard-and-velvet-filled mansion carrying gowns, sketch pads, and absolutely no idea what to expect. Moments later, Anna descends the staircase in a fuzzy pink robe and slippers, clutching her beloved dog Sugar Pie, immediately asking, “Why are you making me get up this early?” What began as a fitting quickly transformed into something far more meaningful. We relive the electric chemistry between designer and muse as Anna grabbed Pol's hand, declared, “You're not like the others,” and entrusted him with creating the Academy Awards look that would reinvent her image forever. Beneath the tabloid headlines and Playboy persona was a brilliant, vulnerable woman desperate to be seen for who she truly was. The episode also dives into Patrik's first nerve-racking meeting with Anna. After hearing endlessly about “Anna,” he discovers that the mysterious best friend he has to impress is none other than Anna Nicole Smith herself. Anna instantly welcomes him into her inner circle—but not without issuing one unforgettable warning: “If you break Pol's heart, I'm going to fucking kill you.” We laugh about Pol' secretly evaluating Anna while Anna was clearly evaluating him, the surreal experience of entering her famous home, and the realization that the Oscars gown marked the beginning of a friendship that would last until her death. We also reflect on how Anna's loss, following the devastating death of her son Daniel and the relentless public scrutiny surrounding her life, forever altered our world. By the end of the episode, we realize that what started as a couture appointment became one of the most meaningful relationships of our lives. Anna wasn't just an icon, a Playmate, or a reality star—she was our friend. And decades later, she still lives in our hearts, in our memories, and even in Patrik's phone under the name “Hot Smoochie Lips.” This episode is a glamorous, emotional, and deeply personal chapter in our ongoing journey through friendship, fashion, fame, and the woman behind the legend: Anna Nicole Smith. Best Quote: “She wasn't just Anna Nicole Smith—she was our friend.” Subscribe to our audio:linktr.ee/undressedpod Follow Pol Atteu:Instagram: @polatteuTikTok: @polatteuTwitter: @polatteuwww.polatteu.com Follow Patrik Simpson:Instagram: @patriksimpsonTikTok: @patriksimpsonwww.patriksimpson.com Follow SnowWhite90210:Instagram: @snowwhite90210Twitter: @SnowWhite9010www.snowwhite90210.com Watch Gown and Out in Beverly Hills on Prime Video.www.gownandoutinbeverlyhills.com #UndressedPodcast #ArmenianCoffeeReading SnowWhite90210 SnowBubu is the perfect gift:https://polatteu.com/shop/ols/products/snowbubu90210 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Flying jackets, faces frozen mid-scream, a coven convinced they needed David Bowie's blood, and a demon that crashed a text at exactly 666 megabytes — these are the paranormal encounters the famous swear actually happened to them.EPISODE BLOG PAGE (includes sources): https://weirddarkness.com/CelebrityGhostEncountersREAD or DOWNLOAD the full transcript of this episode: https://weirddarkness.tiny.us/ff82f8yuFEATURED STORIES IN THIS EPISODE: Don't try and tell some celebrities that ghosts don't exist, because they've seen all the paranormal proof they need to believe. (Celebrity Encounters With The Paranormal) *** A prayer for food resulted in fish raining down from the sky in Yoro, Honduras. And now it happens regularly – sometimes twice a year – with still no definitive explanation. (Cloudy With a Chance of Sardines) *** Is it possible that UFO sightings and sightings of the Chupacabra are somehow related? Even stranger – is it possible the strange dog-lizard-like creatures came from crashed spaceships? (UFOs And The Chupacabra) *** Weirdo family member Laura tells a strange story about a candy store – and its resident ghost. (Haunted Candy Store)CHAPTERS & TIME STAMPS (All Times Approximate)…00:00:00.000 = The Foreboding00:01:13.649 = Show Open00:02:50.627 = Celebrity Encounters With The Paranormal00:31:59.645 = UFOs And The Chupacabras ***00:39:37.674 = Cloudy With a Chance of Sardines00:46:26.106 = Haunted Candy Store ***00:50:58.248 = Show Close*** = Begins immediately after inserted ad breakLISTEN ON PODCAST APPS: Look for this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music, Pandora, TuneIn Radio, and other podcast apps. Get a list of free listening apps here: https://weirddarkness.com/wdapps*No AI Voices Are Used In The Narration Of This Podcast*SOURCES and RESOURCES:“Celebrity Encounters With The Paranormal” by Brent Swancer: http://bit.ly/2ZAzYGX“Celebs Who Have Had Ghost Encounters by Lydia Price: http://bit.ly/2Iq0bCm“UFOs And The Chupacabra” by Nick Redfern: http://bit.ly/2XS41cy“Cloudy With a Chance of Sardines” by Panchali Dey: http://bit.ly/2IQ9p9Y“Haunted Candy Store” by Weirdo family member, Laura(Over time links may become invalid, disappear, or have different content. I always make sure to give authors credit for the material I use whenever possible. If I somehow overlooked doing so for a story, or if a credit is incorrect, please let me know and I will rectify it in these show notes immediately. Some links included above may benefit me financially through qualifying purchases.)WeirdDarkness® is a registered trademark. Copyright ©2026, Weird Darkness.Originally aired: January, 2021This episode of Weird Darkness gathers famous names who swear the paranormal found them, a Puerto Rican legend that ties dead Chupacabras to a crashed UFO, a Honduran town where fish fall from the sky, and a Wisconsin candy store with a listener's uneasy childhood dream folded in.It opens with celebrities who came away convinced. Carrie Fisher described lights and electronics switching on and off in her Beverly Hills home after her friend R. Gregory Stevens died there; Matthew McConaughey named the blue-dressed spirit he confronted in his house Madame Blu; and a young Keanu Reeves watched an empty jacket drift through a doorway in his New York apartment, the reality of it confirmed only by his nanny's face. Patrick Stewart saw a man in a beige coat vanish in the wings of the Theatre Royal Haymarket during Waiting for Godot, later matched to the ghost of 19th-century actor-manager Baldwin Buckstone, who died in 1879. Peter Jackson woke to a woman with a screaming face at the foot of his bed near London's St. James Theatre, a ghost his wife had seen two years earlier. Miley Cyrus fled a London flat over a boy she kept seeing on the bathroom sink; Ariana Grande photographed what she called textbook demon faces at Kansas's Stull Cemetery and found the file measured 666 megabytes; and David Bowie spent much of the 1970s certain a coven of witches wanted his semen, lighting black candles and hiring white magician Walli Elmlark to exorcise his swimming pool. John Lennon, by Uri Geller's account, described bug-like beings outside his apartment and an alien metal egg left in his hands, while Sammy Hagar claimed aliens plugged his sleeping brain into a machine and uploaded numerical code in 1967. Shorter accounts follow from Megan Mullally, Kendall Jenner, Gigi Hadid, Chloe Sevigny at the Lizzie Borden house, NASCAR's Dale Earnhardt Jr., Kate Hudson, Jessica Alba, Lucy Hale, Laura Linney at Broadway's Belasco Theater, Claudia Schiffer, Emma Stone, Selena Gomez, Alyson Hannigan, Demi Lovato, Jenna Bush-Hager in the White House, and Megan Fox.From there the episode travels to Puerto Rico, where writer Nick Redfern chases the claim that the shuttered Roosevelt Roads Naval Station once held the bodies of dead Chupacabras the way Wright-Patterson Air Force Base is rumored to hold dead aliens. On visits between 2004 and 2015, Redfern and monster-hunter Jon Downes collect accounts of a 1957 UFO crash in the hills of Canovanas, sealed off by the military for roughly three weeks, and a second reported crash in the El Yunque rain forest in February 1984 — both said to have left dead Chupacabras in the wreckage, though the creature angle only attached itself to the older case after the Chupacabra panic began in 1995.Next comes Yoro, Honduras, and the Lluvia de Peces, the Rain of Fish that residents trace to Father Jose Manuel Subirana, a Spanish missionary who prayed three days and nights over the region's hunger in the 1850s or '60s. Once or twice a year after a heavy May or June storm, live sardine-like fish cover the streets of a town more than 100 miles from the ocean, and a National Geographic team in the 1970s found the stranded fish were completely blind, hypothesizing underground rivers forced above ground by flooding rather than the waterspouts others propose. The town of roughly 93,000 celebrates with a festival, a parade, and a Miss Fish Rain crowned to ride a float dressed as a mermaid, and locals refuse to sell the catch, sharing it instead as a blessing.The episode closes with Weirdo family member Laura, who worked summers at a haunted candy store in a Wisconsin tourist town, a converted house where a ceramic jar once flew across a room at a coworker. That coworker, a Canadian tribeswoman from a family with the 'sight,' listened to Laura describe a dream that returned every Christmas Eve until she was six or seven — a black, pulsing void of indistinct voices that rose to screams and a pressure closing on her chest, replaced in its final occurrence by an overhead view of a storage yard before it stopped for good. When Laura finished, the coworker told her it was a good thing she never listened to the voices, and suggested Laura had unconsciously sealed off her own ability to sense the spiritual after something that was not benevolent kept trying to reach her.
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Twenty-four members of the Menendez family showed up to a Los Angeles courthouse to fight for the release of Erik and Lyle Menendez — the men convicted of killing their parents in the family's Beverly Hills home in 1989. The press conference was led by Joan VanderMolen, Kitty Menendez's own sister.The family doesn't deny the crime. They argue context. The brothers endured severe harm at the hands of their father for years before the killings. A letter Erik wrote in 1988 corroborated their claims. And in May 2025, a judge resentenced both brothers, opening the door to parole for the first time.This episode traces the Menendez family's journey from silence to organized advocacy — and the question it forces: can you love someone who was killed and still fight for the person who killed them? The Menendez family says holding both truths is the only honest answer.Join Our SubStack For AD-FREE ADVANCE EPISODES & EXTRAS!: https://hiddenkillers.substack.com/ Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8-vxmbhTxxG10sO1izODJg?sub_confirmation=1 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/TrueCrimePodThis publication contains commentary and opinion based on publicly available information. All individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Nothing published here should be taken as a statement of fact, health or legal advice.Hashtags:#MenendezBrothers #ErikMenendez #HiddenKillers #TrueCrime #FamiliesOfTheAccused #LyleMenendez #KittyMenendez #TrueCrimePodcast #CrimeFamilies #MenendezCase
This episode of Undressed with Pol' and Patrik is packed with hilarious debates, celebrity fashion critiques, behind-the-scenes Hollywood stories, and one of our favorite conversations with the incredibly talented Wendy Braun. We kick things off with our Haute Topics segment, diving into workplace burnout, mandatory team building, LinkedIn culture, artificial intelligence, and whether ChatGPT is making people more creative—or simply making everyone lazy. Wendy shares her unique perspective on company culture, authenticity, auditions, and why loving what you do may be the ultimate cure for burnout. Then we tackle one of the biggest headlines of the year—Elon Musk potentially becoming the world's first trillionaire. What starts as a funny conversation about having Elon's baby quickly turns into a deeper discussion about philanthropy, responsibility, Mars, space travel, and how unimaginable wealth could change the future of humanity. Things get surprisingly emotional as we discuss teamwork, trust, relationships, toxic environments, and how actors survive constant rejection while staying authentic. Wendy shares incredible wisdom about auditions, not attaching meaning to rejection, and why showing up as your authentic self is the greatest competitive advantage anyone can have. We also pull back the curtain on AI, LinkedIn culture, Amazon productions, NDA secrets, meeting Jeff Bezos, and why Hollywood often keeps projects hidden for years before audiences ever see them. Next it's time for one of our favorite segments—Runway Rundown—where no celebrity is safe. We hilariously critique red carpet looks from Ariana DeBose, Drew Barrymore, and Maya Rudolph, discussing tailoring, styling disasters, proportions, craftsmanship, and why expensive fashion doesn't always equal fabulous fashion. Along the way we share unforgettable stories about designing for the legendary Betty White, why the red carpet exists, and how fashion has the power to completely reinvent someone's career and confidence. The tables turn when Wendy becomes our surprise Runway Rundown winner after we discover one of her breathtaking editorial photo shoots. We break down every detail that made the image Vogue-worthy while talking modeling, movement, photography, and working with celebrity photographer Mike Ruiz. Then the laughs continue during our outrageous Game Time segment featuring "Company Retreat or Defeat," where Wendy hilariously chooses between trust falls, pyramid schemes, goat yoga, silent discos, rage rooms, axe throwing, therapy, and more. She even reveals the improv audition that landed one of her biggest roles, proving that sometimes goat yoga really can help you book a job. Filled with heartfelt advice, laugh-out-loud moments, Hollywood insider stories, celebrity fashion critiques, and unforgettable behind-the-scenes revelations, this episode reminds us that authenticity, confidence, kindness, and a little couture can change absolutely everything. Subscribe to our audio:linktr.ee/undressedpod Follow Pol' Atteu:Instagram: @polatteuTikTok: @polatteuTwitter: @polatteuwww.polatteu.com Follow Patrik Simpson:Instagram: @patriksimpsonTikTok: @patriksimpsonwww.patriksimpson.com Follow SnowWhite90210:Instagram: @snowwhite90210Twitter: @SnowWhite9010www.snowwhite90210.com Watch Gown and Out in Beverly Hills on Prime Video.www.gownandoutinbeverlyhills.com Book your Armenian Coffee Reading and grab your SnowBubu90210 gift at:https://polatteu.com/shop/ols/products/snowbubu90210 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
New here? Start with our Start Here playlist — five episodes that will change how you think about motherhood. Have you ever gotten a rejection — or even just an eye roll from someone — and felt it for days? Like actually felt it, physically, in a way that seemed way out of proportion to what happened? There's a reason for that. And it's not that you're too sensitive or too fragile. It might be exactly how your nervous system is wired. In this episode, JoAnn gets personal about Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD), why it's strongly associated with ADHD brains, and why understanding it changed everything about how she deals with rejection. She shares the story of her first job out of college — working in the mailroom at Endeavor talent agency in Beverly Hills — and what happened when she dropped calls on an agent's desk for the first time. And then she walks through three tools that have genuinely helped her stop letting rejection run her life. In this episode: What Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria actually is — and why rejection can feel like physical pain for some nervous systems Why rumination doesn't process rejection — it rehearses it (and what to do instead) The NLP tool of association vs. disassociation — how watching yourself like a movie gives you access to compassion you can't find from inside the spiral How disassociation helps you find the "why" of the other person — which makes the rejection feel a whole lot less personal Why JoAnn's new goal is to collect as many no's as possible (and why that's not self-punishment — it's strategy) The national board certification story: why the second rejection always hurts less than the first Why failure is literally the fastest path to learning — and why being mistake-free makes you deeply unrelatable The improv comedy lesson that reframes every stage fright into evidence you're growing Whether or not you have ADHD, if rejection hits you harder than it seems to hit other people — if one critical comment can undo a week of confidence — this episode is for you. Episodes mentioned: Guy Winch on rumination — When Work Stress Hijacks Your Home: Stop Ruminating Dr. Josh Davis on updating your beliefs — The Beliefs Fueling Your Mom Guilt (And How to Update Them) If you're listening on Spotify, hit the Follow button right now — it's the best way to make sure you never miss an episode and it helps me reach more moms like you. Remember: the best mom is a happy mom. Take care of you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's clear from the opening shot of “Being Eddie,” director Angus Wall's (Oscar-winning editor of “The Social Network” “The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo”) enchanting Netflix documentary about comedy superstar Eddie Murphy, that being Eddie is a pretty good gig. The film begins with a thrilling drone shot that starts from inside the Moroccan-style courtyard of Eddie's spectacular Beverly Hills mansion and ends on a draw-dropping panoramic view of the Southern California coastline in the distance. As the shot crescendos, we hear, in voiceover, the soft spoken voice of Eddie the channel surfer as he succinctly expresses the common man's lament: “With all of this stuff on TV, how come there is nothing to watch?!” The juxtaposition of these elements is pure Eddie Murphy, as masterfully constructed by a two-time Oscar winning editor. Angus joins Ken on the pod to talk about what it was like to hang out with Eddie in his living room and re-visit his remarkable career. But this is no self-congratulatory trip down memory lane. Eddie proves to be a soft-spoken sage whose perspective on comedy, movies, power, and life add a surprising element of gravitas to the proceedings. Or at least in the moments when he is not telling a hilarious story about Yul Brynner and an offer to “party” that took years for Eddie to unpack. The film culminates in Eddie's triumphant return in 2019 to host “Saturday Night Live” — his first time hosting the show in 35 years. At least for one night, we can guarantee that there was something truly special to watch on TV. “Being Eddie” is streaming on Netflix. The Presenting Sponsor of "Top Docs" is Netflix. Hidden Gems: “Restrepo”, “Senna” Follow: @topdocspod on Instagram and X
Guy Oseary (@guyoseary) has been spotting talent before anyone else could see it for nearly four decades. Under his leadership at Maverick Records, Maverick sold more than 100 million albums. Guy has managed some of the biggest names in music, including Madonna, the Red Hot Chili Peppers, and U2, and was named Variety's Music Mogul of the Year in 2022. He executive produced Twilight, which became one of the most successful franchises in movie history, generating more than $3.5B. Guy was also an early investor in Vita Coco and co-founded A-Grade Investments and then Sound Ventures, now with nearly $2 billion under management. At A-Grade, his hits included Airbnb, Uber, and Spotify. Sound Ventures launched with less than $100M and has since had 86 exits and 26 IPOs.This episode is brought to you by:Momentous high-quality creatine for cognitive and muscular support: https://livemomentous.com/TimAG1 all-in-one nutritional supplement: DrinkAG1.com/TimTimestamps[00:00:00] Start.[00:02:01] How a West Hollywood balcony became a backstage pass.[00:03:51] A knife on Pico Boulevard and the snap decision to switch schools.[00:05:54] Faking a Beverly Hills address to get inside another world.[00:08:10] Wise Guy Records: a 15-year-old builds a portfolio out of nothing.[00:10:09] Guy's alternative terms when Bernie Brillstein offered $25,000.[00:11:34] The one moment that confirmed Guy was on the right path.[00:12:29] Freddy DeMann enters the picture and Guy proves himself with Ice-T's crew.[00:15:07] A desk at Maverick Records in exchange for no salary.[00:17:08] Chasing Hole and Rage Against the Machine — and losing both.[00:23:34] Candlebox in five minutes: seeing thousands in a room of 30.[00:24:11] Why "magic" beats everything else.[00:26:37] Signing Alanis off a single song, and stopping Muse mid-audition.[00:31:59] The real Alanis story: "Perfect," Joni Mitchell, and a 30-million-selling debut.[00:35:24] What Madonna taught Guy about thinking without walls.[00:38:50] From bands to Twilight: the power of a blank canvas.[00:45:30] How Guy got into investing, and the IdeaLab bet that wiped him out before the crash.[00:54:31] Why Guy is known as a great curator of people.[00:58:32] The three-month window that caught OpenAI and Anthropic.[01:06:07] AI music and the battle to ensure human musicians get paid.[01:09:30] How Spotify solved the problems Napster couldn't overcome.[01:14:50] SpaceX and Bitcoin: the ones that got away.[01:17:32] The rewards, rigors, and responsibilities of back-to-back touring.[01:21:44] Why Guy never stops to celebrate.[01:24:45] Splitting with Ashton Kutcher after 20 years.[01:27:30] Final thoughts on Guy's first podcast.*For show notes and past guests on The Tim Ferriss Show, please visit tim.blog/podcast.For deals from sponsors of The Tim Ferriss Show, please visit tim.blog/podcast-sponsorsSign up for Tim's email newsletter (5-Bullet Friday) at tim.blog/friday.For transcripts of episodes, go to tim.blog/transcripts.Discover Tim's books: tim.blog/books.Follow Tim:Twitter: twitter.com/tferriss Instagram: instagram.com/timferrissYouTube: youtube.com/timferrissFacebook: facebook.com/timferriss LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/timferrissSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Production Designer Laurin Kelsey joins Decorating Pages to discuss designing Elle, the new Prime Video series from Amazon MGM Studios.Laurin takes us inside the visual world of a younger Elle Woods and explains how production design helped build her backstory through color, contrast, nostalgia, and character. We talk about finding Elle's signature pink, creating the difference between Beverly Hills and Seattle, and designing the spaces that shape her world before UCLA and Harvard.In this episode, we discuss Elle's bedroom, the Woods family house, the Seattle high school, the Cosmo office, Blockbuster, and how the design team balanced 90s authenticity with a fresh visual style for today's audience.This conversation is a thoughtful look at how production design and set decoration can reveal who a character is becoming through palette, texture, space, and detail.Listen to Decorating Pages for more interviews with the production designers, set decorators, and art department teams behind your favorite shows and films.
“He permed me!” Shelley Long donned red hair, a permanent smile, and a wide array of designer dresses for 1989's Troop Beverly Hills. Upon release, the comedy didn't sell nearly enough Wilderness Girls' cookies to break even at the box office, and it got no merit badges from critics either. But now, decades later, has our appreciation of Beverly Hills housewives evolved? Is it possible to garner sympathy for ultra-privileged kids? And what's Tori Spelling doing in this thing? The Old Roommates crack open some Evian and give the flick a revisit through their middle-aged lens. Make some s'mores and join them. Follow Old Roommates on social media @OldRoommates for bonus content and please give us a rating or review!#TroopBeverlyHills #JeffKanew #ShelleyLong #JennyLewis #bettythomas #craigtnelson
12th Annual Truth Awards held in Beverly Hills, CA. Thank you to The Better Brothers of LA for another amazing year.
As we recap Jessica Alba's final episode, we are joined by a surprise guest host who talks about her own experience on the set of Beverly Hills 90210. Could we have found the real reason Alba doesn't have good memories from her time on the show?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
As if we'd pass up the chance to talk with Clueless writer and director Amy Heckerling! We're delighted to share this conversation about the making of her totally awesome adaptation of Emma. In this episode, Amy takes us behind the scenes to discuss how she reimagined Austen's novel for contemporary Beverly Hills—from the film's characters and plot to its casting, costumes, distinctive visual style, memorable soundtrack, and now-iconic Clueless lexicon. She also reflects on her experience as a female filmmaker and the creative choices that helped make Clueless a modern classic.(This conversation was recorded during JASNA's members-only Clueless watch party, held in celebration of the film's 30th anniversary in July 2025.)Amy Heckerling is an acclaimed writer, director, and producer whose work spans film, television, and theater. In addition to writing and directing the Clueless, she also wrote and directed Look Who's Talking, Look Who's Talking Too, Loser, I Could Never Be Your Woman, and Vamps. Her directing credits include Fast Times at Ridgemont High, Johnny Dangerously, and National Lampoon's European Vacation, and she produced A Night at the Roxbury. Amy's television work has included executive producing, writing, and directing episodes for the series Clueless and Fast Times, and directing episodes of The Office, Gossip Girl, The Carrie Diaries, Red Oaks, Weird City, and Royalties. Amy also wrote the script for Clueless, The Musical, which opened at London's Trafalgar Theatre in the West End in March 2025.For an edited transcript and show notes, visit https://jasna.org/austen/podcast/ep37*********Visit our website: www.jasna.orgFollow us on Instagram and FacebookSubscribe to the podcast on our YouTube channelEmail: podcast@jasna.org
THE PORTLAND TRAIL Blazers, in the summer of 1970, were nothing more than a gleam in the eye of the promoter who'd been banging the “NBA in Portland” drum for the previous 16 years. And it probably would have stayed that way, too, if not for a really long bathroom break taken in Beverly Hills that year. Here's how that came about: (For text and pictures, see https://offbeatoregon.com/2402c-1011b.blazers-potty-break-096.636.html)
What happens when a legendary New Jersey comedian sits down with two completely unfiltered gay hosts over Armenian coffee? Pure comedy chaos. This week we welcomed comedian Mike Marino to Undressed with Pol' and Patrik while we were in New York City, and from the second he walked in, we couldn't stop laughing. Between Mike's quick wit, our nonstop banter, and SnowWhite90210 stealing the spotlight as always, this episode felt like old friends sitting around the kitchen table. We talked about Mike's incredible 35-year career, spending a decade performing sketch comedy on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, touring the world, opening for legendary performers, and why comedians don't make their money from television specials—they make it on the road. Mike also gave us a behind-the-scenes look at his brand-new Amazon Prime comedy special, Back to School with Mike Marino, filmed inside the very high school where his stand-up journey began at just sixteen years old. We loved hearing how the local drama students helped build the set and how every ticket sold benefited the school's drama department. Of course, we couldn't resist talking Hollywood. We swapped stories about Jay Leno, Jon Voight, Jamie Kennedy, Tom Arnold, Frank Stallone, Robert Davi, Dino Martin, Martin Short, Comics Unleashed, the Beverly Hills Film Festival, and even our unforgettable evening sitting next to Jon Voight, Dyan Cannon, and Fran Drescher. Mike also shared hilarious stories about being the "plant" in Jay Leno's audience and how sometimes Jay depended on Mike to rescue jokes live on television. The conversation quickly turned into a comedy masterclass as Mike explained that the funniest material always comes from real life. Family, relationships, getting older, and everyday experiences connect with audiences far more than memorized punchlines. His advice to us? Our timing, chemistry and playful banter could easily become a comedy act of its own! Then it was time for Pol's famous Armenian Coffee Reading. The coffee revealed a beautiful new chapter ahead for Mike. Pol saw a man entering the most authentic and rewarding period of his career, predicting that success would come from embracing who he is today instead of the "New Jersey Bad Boy" persona that first made him famous. The reading also highlighted the deep peace Mike has finally found with his fiancée Heather, along with an unexpected future opportunity that's even bigger than anything he's already accomplished. Naturally, things went completely off the rails as we volunteered to become Mike's "gaybers," debated building an ADU in his backyard, joked about Only Thumbs, and nearly moved ourselves into the house next door in New Jersey. It was heartfelt, hilarious, inspiring and exactly the kind of unfiltered conversation we love sharing with all of you. BEST QUOTE: "I used to be the New Jersey Bad Boy. Now I'm just happy." Subscribe to our audio:linktr.ee/undressedpod Follow Pol Atteu:Instagram: @polatteuTikTok: @polatteuTwitter: @polatteuwww.polatteu.com Follow Patrik Simpson:Instagram: @patriksimpsonTikTok: @patriksimpsonwww.patriksimpson.com Follow SnowWhite90210:Instagram: @snowwhite90210Twitter: @SnowWhite9010www.snowwhite90210.com Watch Gown and Out in Beverly Hills on Prime Video.www.gownandoutinbeverlyhills.com #UndressedPodcast #ArmenianCoffeeReading #SnowWhite90210 Armenian Coffee Reading SnowWhite90210 SnowBubu is a Perfect gift! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ted Bell from Ted’s of Beverly Hills thinks White women are fine with their White men hitting on Black women because they can’t stop them anyway so they just accept the situation. Sign up for a Backstage Pass and enjoy Hours of exclusive content, Phil's new podcast, Classic podcasts, Bobbie Dooley's podcasts, special live streaming events and shows, and oh so very much more…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! PART TWOGreystone Mansion stands as one of the most iconic estates in Beverly Hills—built on wealth, ambition, and a legacy that quickly turned tragic.Constructed in the 1920s during California's oil boom, the mansion became a symbol of luxury and influence. But that legacy was forever altered in 1929, when a mysterious murder-suicide unfolded within its walls—an event that continues to shape the stories surrounding the estate today.Author and Greystone docent Clete Keith takes us through the history of the mansion, from its rise during Hollywood's golden era to the tragedy that left a lasting mark on the property. Alongside that history are ongoing reports of paranormal activity, with visitors and staff describing unexplained sounds, shadowy figures, and moments that are difficult to explain.It's a look at a location where history and the unexplained seem to intersect—and where the past may still be present.#paranormal #greystonemansion #beverlyhills #hauntedmansion #paranormalinvestigation #ghosthunting #hauntedlocations #hollywoodhistory #supernatural #ghostevidence #paranormalactivity #hauntedhistory #truecrimehistory #paranormalpodcast #thegravetalksLove real ghost stories? Want even more?Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access: