Podcasts about grasie mercedes

Actress and writer, Grasie Mercedes, stops by for an inspiring chat about her creative journey full of zigzags that her career took and how she was able to endure all the unknown. We share personal and oh-so-relatable stories of not having a clue of what we were doing to just having things work out. When one door closes, another one opens, or so they say.More So She Slayshttps://www.sosheslays.com/https://www.instagram.com/sosheslays/https://www.facebook.com/sosheslaysv

Happy Wine Wednesday! Candi is back and this week we are discussing the spectacular second season of NBC's Grand Crew.  Y'all know from our season 1 discussion that we love this show and the second season only deepened our appreciation for it.Grand Crew continues to be a perfect comfort show.  The writers did an amazing job at highlighting the chemistry among this spectacularly talented cast.We talk about our favorite character arcs, standout episodes and shared what we thought worked well during the season.  And of course we discussed the shocking departure of Grasie Mercedes.  We want Fay back!We are determined to manifest a well deserved renewal for Grand Crew, so we talked about our wish list for season 3. And as always, the discussion wraps on a thirsty note. Friendly reminder - we drink, we know things, we use adult language, and we have a great time.  Find and follow Candi on Twitter here. Thank you so much for listening!  Support the showFollow the pod on IG and Twitter. Send longer feedback to morewinepod@gmail.com.Find our full catalog of past episodes at morewinepod.buzzsprout.com.

From Phil Augusta Jackson (writer, producer and director, "Brooklyn Nine-Nine") and Dan Goor (creator, "Brooklyn Nine-Nine") comes the second season of "Grand Crew," the hangout comedy about friendship and wine. Noah (Echo Kellum), Nicky (Nicole Byer), Sherm (Carl Tart), Anthony (Aaron Jennings), Wyatt (Justin Cunningham) and Fay (Grasie Mercedes) continue navigating the ups and downs of life and love while finding humor in it all, always leaning on each other along the way. They unpack it all at their favorite wine bar because everything is way more fun when you're with your crew. The cast includes Echo Kellum, Nicole Byer, Aaron Jennings, Justin Cunningham, Carl Tart and Grasie Mercedes. "Grand Crew" is executive produced by Phil Augusta Jackson and Dan Goor. The series is produced by Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group.

From Phil Augusta Jackson (writer, producer and director, "Brooklyn Nine-Nine") and Dan Goor (creator, "Brooklyn Nine-Nine") comes the second season of "Grand Crew," the hangout comedy about friendship and wine. Noah (Echo Kellum), Nicky (Nicole Byer), Sherm (Carl Tart), Anthony (Aaron Jennings), Wyatt (Justin Cunningham) and Fay (Grasie Mercedes) continue navigating the ups and downs of life and love while finding humor in it all, always leaning on each other along the way. They unpack it all at their favorite wine bar because everything is way more fun when you're with your crew. The cast includes Echo Kellum, Nicole Byer, Aaron Jennings, Justin Cunningham, Carl Tart and Grasie Mercedes. "Grand Crew" is executive produced by Phil Augusta Jackson and Dan Goor. The series is produced by Universal Television, a division of Universal Studio Group.

The star of NBC's Grand Crew built multiple careers as a style blogger, filmmaker and actor in tandem, but as she approached her 40th birthday, she knew it was time to make some hard choices. Grasie shares the mental shifts that set her up for professional success and what she, a serial monogamist, learned by being alone.Follow Grasie on Instagram @grasiemercedes. If you liked this episode, listen to Mayan Lopez Knows That Art Imitates Life and How Melissa Fumero Learned That She Was Funny.

Chris wrote an essay for Modern Love in 2019 about dating—and breaking up with—white women that went viral. Hear all about the essay, its aftermath and how friend-of-the-show Grasie Mercedes had a similar experience that led to her reaching out to Chris! This episode was originally aired as part of Chris' documentary podcast, Rubirosa. To hear more, scroll down to the bottom of this feed and click on "Rubirosa Episode 1: Haunted." To read Chris' Modern Love essay, click here.

AN AFRO-LATINA MULTI-PASSIONATE MULTI-HYPHENATE WRITER   We chat about her childhood in NYC, how she built up the confidence to pursue writing/acting full-time, breaking in as a staff writer on an NBC comedy, and lessons learned from starring in Grand Crew on NBC!   Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @lalistapodcast Music: Arriba Mami - Jingle Punks

Today, we're listening to actor Grasie Mercedes, who stars in NBC's Grand Crew. Though she identifies as Afro Latina, she's never been cast as such. We go deep into why that might be. Plus, casting director Victor Vazquez tells us about why it's important to see ourselves reflected on more creative projects. And how that representation can't be monolithic

Improv. Drawing. Shot put. "A person who's thankful for each crumb of work she gets," Nicole Byer, talks about discovering she has ADHD, expressing confidence, being resourceful, stealing chapstick, and more in this fun conversation with Grasie Mercedes in an episode they titled, Not Vulnerable Enough. OUR GUEST:  IG: nicolebyer Why Won't You Date Me? Podcast THE SHOW: Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered. Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram Check out our playlist on YouTube A transcript of this episode is available here. You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com © 2022 Gumption Pictures

Comedy Writing. Battle Rap. Grand Crew. Writer, musician and performer Lamar Woods talks about growing up a Jehovah's Witness, dating, being sensitive in the hip-hop rap scene, and more in this honest conversation with Grasie Mercedes in an episode they titled, Not Hard Enough. OUR GUEST:  IG: Prophmatic It's A Party: https://www.itsapartythefilm.com/ THE SHOW: Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered. Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram Check out our playlist on YouTube You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com © 2022 Gumption Pictures

Creating what you want, understanding energy, turning jealousy into inspiration. Actor, public speaker and podcast host Ashley Blaine Featherson-Jenkins explores imposter syndrome, self-confidence, and being a control freak in this powerful conversation with Grasie Mercedes that they titled Not Surrendering Enough. OUR GUEST:  IG: ABFJ Trials To Triumphs podcast THE SHOW: Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered. Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram Check out our playlist on YouTube You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com © 2022 Gumption Pictures

Private schools, public speaking, people-watching. Artist and Creator Aaron Jennings discusses what it was like growing up with actor parents, socioeconomic diversity, being a social chameleon, challenging his craft as an actor, and more in this lively conversation with Grasie Mercedes they titled, Not Secure Enough. OUR GUEST:  IG: aarontaylorjennings THE SHOW: Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered. Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram Check out our playlist on YouTube You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com © 2022 Gumption Pictures

Comedy acting, Latina casting, TV directing. Actor-Director Melissa Fumero shares her feelings about being Latina who is not fluent in Spanish, ballet and body image, colorism in casting, becoming a director, and more in this personal conversation with Grasie Mercedes they titled, Not Funny Enough. OUR GUEST:  IG: melissafumero Stolen Hearts (short film with Phil Agusta Jackson) THE SHOW: Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered. Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram Check out our playlist on YouTube A transcript of this episode is available here. You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com © 2022 Gumption Pictures

L.A. schooling. Improv comedy. Grand Crew. Comedian, actor, writer Carl Tart, talks about moving from rural Mississippi to Los Angeles as a child, navigating gangs, playing sports, how he found his voice as a comedian, and more in this intimate conversation with Grasie Mercedes in an episode they titled, Not Respected Enough. OUR GUEST:  IG: Big Carl Tart Gossip Kings Podcast: https://apple.co/3H4xC9Q  THE SHOW: Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered. Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram Check out our playlist on YouTube You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com © 2022 Gumption Pictures

Stylist and co-star Grasie Mercedes (Grand Crew, Access Hollywood) reflects on her 14-year relationship and the breakthrough she had in therapy which led to her divorce. They also discuss getting back into the dating scene at a later age, why white men love drinking milk, and what it means to Afro-Latina. Plus, Nicole shares her rave review for a Broadway show which featured many exposed dicks.   Black Lives Matter. Click here for an updated list of over 100 different things you can do to support racial justice.   Follow Nicole Byer: Tour Dates: linktr.ee/nicolebyerwastakenTwitter: @nicolebyerInstagram: @nicolebyerMerch: podswag.com/datemeNicole's book: indiebound.org/book/9781524850746

Seriously you NEED to be watching Grasie & the gang on Grand Crew…yet again, Ish mete la pata with a guest…sometimes life has a way of taking you where you need to be…FINALLY someone who ACTUALLY studied business administration…language isn't culture…yeah, we can be blind to how years upon years of generational trauma affect us…we've all felt not (blank) enough at some point…why haven't you seen Grand Crew yet…love our Miami girl Raiza…

Jenny welcomes Grasie Mercedes (series-regular on the new NBC sitcom GRAND CREW) to talk about growing up in Brooklyn with a 30-something Dominican Abuela, the realities of an Afro-Latina not being able to audition for Latina roles, and what live-action film and TV can learn about representation from a cartoon. 

In the latest episode of Multicultural TV Talk, host Juan Ayala is joined by actress and writer Grasie Mercedes, who plays Fay in NBC's latest hangout comedy "Grand Crew". Grasie talks about her time as a journalist and writer on NBC's "Perfect Harmony" led to her booking a series regular role on "Grand Crew", how the show shines a light on several different Black experiences, and what audiences can look forward to for her character. New episodes of Grand Crew air Tuesdays at 8:30pm ET on NBC, available to stream next day on Peacock and Hulu.

On this episode the LOL crew talks to actor and podcast host Grasie Mercedes about her role on the new NBC show, "Grand Crew" (premiering December 14th) and her podcast, "Not (Blank) Enough".

Imposter Syndrome. Insecurities. Arrival Fallacy. In this bonus episode, Grasie Mercedes features captivating and candid moments themed around the universal feelings of Not Good Enough or Not Talented Enough. Each clip is pulled from a full conversation from the last two seasons of guests sharing their truth on Not Blank Enough. EPISODES:  e010: Not In Control Enough, Jacey Duprie e001: Not Good Enough, Marie Forleo e026: Not Good Enough, Adrianna Guevara Adarme e015: Not Understood Enough, Tawny Newsome e016: Not Smart Enough, Bobak Ferdowsi e019: Not Doing Enough, Mandana Dayani e030: Not Fearless Enough, Amy Landecker e040: Not Anything Enough, Riki Lindhome e042: Not Satisfied Enough, Malcolm-Jamal Warner e038: Not Doing Enough, Nico Santos e027: Not Disciplined Enough, Tony Okungbowa e012: Not Talented Enough, Oliver Stark e024: Not Confident Enough, Damien Fahey THE SHOW: Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered. Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram @notblankenoughpod Check out our playlist on YouTube You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com © 2021 Gumption Pictures

Stereotypes. Colorism. Racism.  In this special episode, Grasie Mercedes curates a collection of powerful and moving moments of feeling Not Latinx or American Enough. Each clip is pulled from a full conversation over two full seasons of guests sharing their truth on Not Blank Enough. EPISODES:  e014: Not Patient Enough, Michael Trevino e035: Not Dominican Enough, Rocio Mendez & Mercedes Ilarraza e008: Not Latinx Enough, Carlos Santos & Raiza Licea e039: Not Late Enough, Julissa Contreras e022: Not Disabled Enough, Danielle Perez e016: Not Smart Enough, Bobak Ferdowsi e038: Not Doing Enough, Nico Santos e036: Not American Enough, Chriselle Lim e037: Not Indian Enough, Parvesh Cheenae018: Not Perfect Enough, Sazan Hendrix THE SHOW: Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered. Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram @notblankenoughpod Check out our playlist on YouTube You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com © 2021 Gumption Pictures

Sexuality. Toxic Masculinity. Gender Identity. Grasie Mercedes shares highlights of honest, vulnerable and personal discussions around the experience of feeling Not Man or Queer enough. Each clip is pulled from a full conversation that Grasie had with a guest over the past two seasons of NOT BLANK ENOUGH. EPISODES:  e031: Not Man Enough, Lazarus Lynch https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lazarus-lynch-not-man-enough/id1518354779?i=1000514039853 e012: Not Talented Enough, Oliver Stark https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/oliver-stark-not-talented-enough/id1518354779?i=1000489726281 e021: Not Conventional Enough, Nicky Endres https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nicky-endres-not-conventional-enough/id1518354779?i=1000497031235 e002: Not Male Enough, Dave Holmes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dave-holmes-not-male-enough/id1518354779?i=1000480303109 e007: Not Safe Enough, Kenton Chen https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kenton-chen-not-safe-enough/id1518354779?i=1000486352181 e034: Not Powerful Enough, Jenny Yang https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jenny-yang-not-powerful-enough/id1518354779?i=1000516911241 e024: Not Confident Enough, Damien Fahey https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/damien-fahey-not-confident-enough/id1518354779?i=1000500032757 e031: Not Man Enough, Lazarus Lynch https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lazarus-lynch-not-man-enough/id1518354779?i=1000514039853 e025: Not Calm Enough, Jonathan Van Ness https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jonathan-van-ness-not-calm-enough/id1518354779?i=1000500924686 e009: Not Queer Enough, Zuri Adele https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/zuri-adele-not-queer-enough/id1518354779?i=1000487756918 e032: Not Authentic Enough, Jake Thompson https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jake-thompson-not-authentic-enough/id1518354779?i=1000514982723 e021: Not Conventional Enough, Nicky Endres https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nicky-endres-not-conventional-enough/id1518354779?i=1000497031235 e002: Not Male Enough, Dave Holmes https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dave-holmes-not-male-enough/id1518354779?i=1000480303109 THE SHOW: Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered. Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram @notblankenoughpod Check out our playlist on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hluhtUoD0iM&list=PLjtsansWSZYi4jga6KRpSqs3du41YzvyY You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com © 2021 Gumption Pictures https://www.gumptionpictures.com/

Colorism, Natural Hair, Body Image, White Supremacy. In this special episode, Grasie Mercedes elevates insightful and intimate moments around the feeling of being Not Black or White enough. Each clip is pulled from a full conversation that Grasie has had with her guests over the past two seasons. EPISODES:  e031: Not Man Enough, Lazarus Lynch e002: Not Black Enough, Matt Law e029: Not Selfish Enough, Denise Vasi e011: Not White Enough, Christiana Hooks e022: Not Disabled Enough, Danielle Perez e037: Not Indian Enough, Parvesh Cheena e017: Not Culturally Black Enough, Maame-Yaa Aforo e039: Not Late Enough, Julissa Contreras e042: Not Satisfied Enough, Malcolm-Jamal Warner e020: Not Thin Enough, Gabi Gregg e028: Not Normal Enough, Vic Styles e005: Not Light Enough, Sarayu Blue e032: Not Authentic Enough, Jake Thompson THE SHOW: Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered. Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram Check out our playlist on YouTube You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com © 2021 Gumption Pictures

Cosby Show. Grammy win. Defining success. Actor, director, poet, and musician, Malcolm-Jamal Warner, chats about childhood acting, navigating network politics, the power of performing poetry, and more in this intimate conversation with Grasie Mercedes in an episode they titled, Not Satisfied Enough. OUR GUEST:  IG: malcolmjamalwar TW: @MalcolmJamalWar FB: Malcolm-Jamal Warner Apple Music: Love & Other Social Issues http://www.malcolmjamalwarner.com/ THE SHOW: Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered. Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com © 2021 Gumption Pictures

Teen fame. Insatiable creativity. The Facts of Life. Actor, producer, podcaster Mindy Cohn talks about being discovered at 13 by Norman Lear, managing her long and dynamic career, her lessons learned, what keeps her thriving and more in her intimate conversation with Grasie Mercedes that they titled, Not Enough Enough. OUR GUEST:  IG: @mindycohn TW: @mindycohn https://www.mondayswithmindy.com/  THE SHOW: Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered. Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com © 2021 Gumption Pictures

Songwriting, Creative process, Breaking into Hollywood. Actor, writer and musician Riki Lindhome tracks her journey from a town of 1,000 to Hollywood including; awkward struggles, creating Garfunkel & Oates and Another Period, and navigating a career that fits all of her interests. All this and more in her candid conversation with Grasie Mercedes that they titled, Not Anything Enough. OUR GUEST:  IG: @rikilindhome Garfunkel & Oates THE SHOW: Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered. Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com © 2021 Gumption Pictures

AfroLatinidad, Storytelling, Being Bronx+. The Dominican American storyteller, Julissa Contreras talks about seeking to elevate voices of the oppressed, her transformative college experience and how growing up in the Bronx informed her understanding of race and identity in an insightful discussion with Grasie Mercedes that they titled, Not Late Enough. OUR GUEST:  IG: @jewleesah Twitter: @Jewleesah Ladies Who Bronche Podcast: https://anchor.fm/bronche Twitter: @ladiesbronche THE SHOW: Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered. Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com © 2021 Gumption Pictures

Racial-profiling, model minority trope, 9/11 and identity. Indian-American actor, Parvesh Cheena, chats with host Grasie Mercedes on topics ranging from Hollywood to social justice in an episode they titled, Not Indian Enough. OUR GUEST:  IG: @parvey Twitter: @Parvesh Website: https://parvesh.com/ THE SHOW: Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered. Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com © 2021 Gumption Pictures

Latinx stereotypes, BLM, celebrating being Black and Dominican. Afro-Latina actresses and storytellers, Rocio Mendez & Mercedes Ilarraza, join Grasie Mercedes in a discussion they titled, Not Dominican Enough. OUR GUEST:  Rocio IG: @rociomendezactor RocÍo Mendez Website: https://www.rociomendez.com/ Mercedes IG: @mercedesila Mercedes Ilarraza Website: https://www.mercedesila.com/ Rocio and Mercedes Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rocio-and-mercedes-podcast/id1533314019 Rocio & Mercedes Podcast IG: @rocioandmercedes Podcast Website: https://www.rocioandmercedes.com/ THE SHOW: Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered. Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com © 2021 Gumption Pictures

Activism, Overachieving, Power Dynamics and Poetry. From first generational guilt and overachieving, to migrating from Taiwan as a 5-year-old, and how her activism led to comedy and poetry! Asian-American writer and comedian, Jenny Yang, and Grasie Mercedes have an intriguing conversation that they titled, Not Powerful Enough. OUR GUEST:  IG: @jennyyangtv Twitter: @jennyyangtv Facebook: Jenny Yang YouTube: Jenny Yang Website: http://jennyyang.tv/ Jenny Links: https://linktr.ee/jennyyangtv THE SHOW: Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered. Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com © 2021 Gumption Pictures

Persian-American, fashion bias, and a life of joy. Creative consultant, Nicolette Mason, joins Grasie Mercedes in a conversation that spans from LA to NY covering topics including; standards in the fashion industry, trying to fit in, becoming yourself, and choosing joy in your life. Grasie and Nicolette titled the episode: Not Fashion Enough. OUR GUEST:  IG: @nicolettemason Twitter: @nicolettemason Facebook: Nicolette Mason Pinterest: Nicolette Mason tumblr: nicolettemason Website: https://www.nicolettemason.com/ THE SHOW: Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered: Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com © 2021 Gumption Pictures

Drag, Punk, Coming out and growing up. From Okinawa to Minnesota with a Filipino mom and a white military dad. This is a wide-ranging and captivating conversation between writer and actor, Jake Thompson, and host Grasie Mercedes in an episode they titled, Not Authentic Enough. OUR GUEST:  IG: @jakegthompson Twitter: @JakeGThompson TikTok: jakegthompson THE SHOW: Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered: Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com © 2021 Gumption Pictures

Youthful insecurities as a youth, ageism in Hollywood, and being raised by a Chicago-famous dad are just a few topics TV and film actress, Amy Landecker, discusses with Grasie Mercedes in an episode they’ve titled, Not Fearless Enough. OUR GUEST:  IG: @amylandecker Twitter: @AmyLandecker Showtime’s Your Honor THE SHOW: Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered: Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com © 2021 Gumption Pictures

Self-care, living alone at age 15, and identity within Black and Latinx communities and more as mom, entrepreneur, and founder of MAED, Denise Vasi, joins Grasie Mercedes in a discussion they titled, Not Selfish Enough.  OUR GUEST:  IG: @denisevasi Twitter: @denisevasi Facebook: @denisevasi Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/maedinpinterest/ Website: https://linktr.ee/denisevasi maed: https://maed.co/about/ THE SHOW: Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered: Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com © 2021 Gumption Pictures

Military brat, high school mean girl lessons, and styling and fashion are all highlighted in this conversation between wellness, fashion, and beauty content creator, Vic Styles, and Grasie Mercedes in an episode they titled, Not Normal Enough. OUR GUEST:  IG: @thevicstyles Twitter: @TheVicStyles Facebook: @TheVicStyles Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/TheVicStyles/_created/ Website: http://vicstyles.com/ THE SHOW: Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered: Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com © 2020 Gumption Pictures

DJing for Ellen, upbringing in Nigeria and London, and dark times that led to being a series regular on a hit TV show, Bob Hearts Abishola, actor and fashion lover Tony Okungbowa, joins Grasie Mercedes in a discussion they titled, Not Disciplined Enough. OUR GUEST:  IG: @tokungbowa Twitter: @TONYOK Facebook: Tony Okungbowa SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/tony-okungbowa Website: https://www.tonyokungbowa.com/ Bob Hearts Abishola: https://www.cbs.com/shows/bob-hearts-abishola/ THE SHOW: Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered: Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com © 2020 Gumption Pictures

Competitive tennis, food creators, moving around, post-graduation anxiety, and finding motivation in failure, are all discussed in a lively conversation between cookbook author and recipe maker, Adrianna Guevara Adarme, and host, Grasie Mercedes, in a conversation they titled, Not Good Enough.  OUR GUEST:  IG: @acozykitchen Twitter: @acozykitchen Facebook: @ACozyKitchen Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/acozykitchen/_created/ Tik Tok: acozykitchen Website: https://www.acozykitchen.com/ Dominican cook: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJRL7sCfTsEpJXbk8C0gXtg Flour company: https://sunriseflourmill.com/ THE SHOW: Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered: Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com © 2020 Gumption Pictures

Landing Queer Eye, rehab, recovery, and rural upbringing as the Emmy-nominated TV personality, NYT best-selling author and hairstylist to the stars, Jonathan Van Ness, chats with Grasie Mercedes in the Season One finale episode they titled, Not Calm Enough. OUR GUEST:  IG: @jvn Twitter: @jvn Facebook: @jonathan.vanness Jonathan Van Ness Getting Curious pod THE SHOW: Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered: Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com © 2020 Gumption Pictures

Being a child actor, model and pageant girl, a mother in Hollywood, and a person who strives for play in this conversation between the dynamic Tony-nominated actress and singer, Laura Bell Bundy, and Grasie Mercedes in an episode they titled, Not Famous Enough. OUR GUEST:  Laura Bell Bundy THE SHOW: Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered: Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com © 2020 Gumption Pictures

Living with a disability, being Dominican in LA, and stand up comedy, are only part of the conversation between the Afro-Latina, comedian, actor and writer, Danielle Perez, and Grasie Mercedes in an episode they titled, Not Disabled Enough. OUR GUEST:  IG: @divadelux @wowrudepod Website THE SHOW: Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered: Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com © 2020 Gumption Pictures

An adopted Asian child in a Midwestern, white family and combating her anxiety and depression are just some of the topics the non-binary transfeminine genderqueer actor and comic, Nicky Endres, discusses with Grasie Mercedes in an episode they titled, Not Conventional Enough.  OUR GUEST:  IG: @mxnickye One Day at a Time Election Links Polling Place Locator Voter ID Requirements State by State Contact Information THE SHOW: Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered: Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com © 2020 Gumption Pictures

Plus-sized fashion, ADHD, being an influencer and what's next; biracial influencer, entrepreneur and fashion designer Gabi Gregg (aka Gabi Fresh) and Grasie Mercedes talk about it all in an episode that they titled, Not Thin Enough. OUR GUEST: Gabi Gregg (Gabi Fresh) IG: @gabifresh Natural Hair Video Lizzo Vogue article Ashley Graham Ted Talk THE SHOW: Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered: Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com © 2020 Gumption Pictures

Risa and Steve sit down with an incredible group of successful multi-hyphenates- Milena Govich, Will McCormack, Grasie Mercedes, and Brea Grant- all of whom started their journeys as actors and have since grown into other roles in the Industry, making names for themselves as writers, directors, producers, and showrunners. Together they discuss their unique paths, and how they've found empowerment and fulfillment by stretching themselves in multiple areas of their careers, acquiring agency to expand their artistic lives in the process.P.S. And it's made them stronger, freer actors.OUR GUESTS:Milena Govich:  IMDb, Instagram, TwitterWill McCormack:  IMDb, InstagramGrasie Mercedes:  IMDb, Instagram, Official SiteBrea Grant:  IMDb, Official Site, InstagramMORE ON RISA        MORE ON STEVEExplore these related BGB resources and take your craft and career to the next level!CHECK OUT our Audition, Scene-Study, and Creator Classes! Currently on Zoom.JOIN US for The BGB Actors Summit: A FREE virtual workshop with Risa & Steve.Have you heard the previous episodes in Seasons 1 + 2? Make sure to listen NOW!

Immigrating from a dictatorship, transitioning from lawyer to working in fashion, and how her love for America fuels her activism; Iranian-American entrepreneur and activist Mandana Dayani and Grasie Mercedes discuss it all in an episode that they titled, Not Doing Enough. OUR GUEST: Mandana Dayani IG: @mandanadayani I Am A Voter website The Dissenters podcast THE SHOW: Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered:   Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram   You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com   © 2020 Gumption Pictures

Growing up Middle Eastern in suburban Texas, finding her calling, her relationship with God and how motherhood has changed her as Kurdish-American global influencer Sazan Hendrix and Grasie Mercedes chat in an episode that they titled, Not Perfect Enough. OUR GUEST: Sazan Hendrix IG: @sazan   Website   The Good Life with Stevie and Sazan podcast ----- THE SHOW:   Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered:    Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com  © 2020 Gumption Pictures

HBCU's, making it in Hollywood, growing up in a predominantly white space in Minnesota and more in this honest conversation between actress and filmmaker Maame-Yaa Aforo and Grasie Mercedes that they titled, Not Culturally Black Enough. OUR GUEST: Maame-Yaa Aforo @yaamaams   Brown Paper Pageant short film   Obamas Other Daughters:   @obamasotherdaughters You Down? podcast ----- THE SHOW:   Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered:    Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com  © 2020 Gumption Pictures

Imposter syndrome, Obama mohawk fame and growing up Iranian American in Japan in this insightful conversation between systems engineer at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory Bobak Ferdowsi and Grasie Mercedes that they titled, Not Smart Enough. OUR GUEST: Bobak Ferdowsi Instagram: @tweetsoutloud    NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory The Atlantic article about President Obama and "Mohawk Guy" ----- THE SHOW:   Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered:    Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com  © 2020 Gumption Pictures

Being a Black woman in comedy, POCs and camping, and growing up rural in this delightful conversation between biracial actress Tawny Newsome and Grasie Mercedes that they titled, Not Understood Enough. OUR GUEST: Tawny Newsome Instagram: @trondynewman FROM THE CONVERSATION Star Trek Lower Decks   Space Force ----- THE SHOW:   Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered:    Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com  © 2020 Gumption Pictures

White passing, growing up in East LA, and trouble relaxing in this insightful conversation between Mexican-American actor Michael Trevino and Grasie Mercedes that they titled, Not Patient Enough. OUR GUEST: MICHAEL TREVINO INSTAGRAM: @michaeltrevino  FROM THE CONVERSATION Cane Vampire Diaries  Roswell, New Mexico  ----- THE SHOW:   Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered:    Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com  © 2020 Gumption Pictures  

Single in the time of COVID, being a tomboy and passion projects in this intimate conversation between Mexican-American, Emmy-nominated host and journalist Liz Hernandez and Grasie Mercedes that they titled, Not Connected Enough. OUR GUEST: LIZ HERNANDEZ INSTAGRAM: @lizhernandez  Wordaful: https://wordaful.com/ ----- THE SHOW:   Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered:    Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com  © 2020 Gumption Pictures  

Imposter syndrome, white privilege, and body image are just a few things Oliver Stark discusses with Grasie Mercedes in an intimate conversation that they titled, Not Talented Enough. OUR GUEST: OLIVER STARK INSTAGRAM: @oliverstarkk   -----   FROM THE CONVERSATION:   911 on Fox   If you need professional help and support regarding Eating Disorders, Anxiety, Depression and Mental Health please talk to your doctor or contact a professional health resource. There are some links here. ----- THE SHOW:   Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered:    Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com  © 2020 Gumption Pictures  

On this episode of Family Meal, I sat down with Grasie Mercedes @grasiemercedes and we dished about way more than food. A podcast host herself on @notblankenoughpod Grasie also acts, writes, and directs her own projects. She pulled back the curtain on what goes down in a writers room (she was on staff for Perfect Harmony), how being the oldest in her family shaped her, and the importance of having faith in yourself even if you don't feel "ready yet or qualified enough". Grasie also discussed the importance of representation on and off screen and how that preps the future generations for believing in themselves. GRASIE'S MOM'S DOMINICAN RICE AND BEANS FOLLOW FAMILY MEAL FOLLOW NATALIE --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Latinx comedy, culture and language are unpacked in a discussion between Carlos Santos, Raiza Licea's and host Grasie Mercedes. And, in the Afterthought, Grasie dives deeper into the relationship between her Dominican identity and her Spanish language skills. OUR GUEST: CARLOS SANTOS & RAIZA LICEA CARLOS INSTAGRAM: @ofcourseitscarlos   RAIZA INSTAGRAM: @raizalicea   SPANISH AQUI PRESENTS INSTAGRAM: @spanishaquipresents PODCAST: https://www.earwolf.com/show/spanish-aqui-presents/  EASTER EGG: A young Carlos on MTV Tres ----- THE SHOW:   Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered:    Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com  © 2020 Gumption Pictures  

Growing up gay in a conservative town and learning how to engage the stereotypes associated with his gender are dissected in this conversation between Dave Holmes and Grasie Mercedes they titled, Not Male Enough. Dave is an author, podcaster, and Editor at Large for Esquire. OUR GUEST: DAVE HOLMES TWITTER: @daveholmes INSTAGRAM: @daveholmes PODCASTS: Homophilia podcast Troubled Waters podcast BOOK: Party of One book -----   THE SHOW:   Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered:    Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com  A transcript of this episode is available here. © 2020 Gumption Pictures

Grasie gives Molly the scoop on the ins and outs of her fertility journey. They talk IVF, fibroids, thyroid surgery, doubts and what's next. Plus a look at the prevalence of fibroids in Black women as well as the disparities in treatments for Black women. Also a a peek into cultural stigmas surrounding fertility for Black and Latinx women.Follow Grasie here: Instagram // Twitter // Website Follow SpermCast here: Instagram // Twitter // FacebookWant to know what's happening with Molly's womb in real time while supporting the podcast?Subscribe to patreon.com/spermcastWanna help support the podcast with $$$? VenMo Molly-HawkeyWant to vent? Need an ear? Email Molly at spermcast@gmail.com for fertility consultations. Check out the SpermCast WebsiteGot questions? Call or text 323-741-1818 or email Molly at spermcast@gmail.comBlack Lives Matter10 books to help you learn about AntiRacism See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Growing up biracial and the Black Lives Matter movement are highlighted in this intimate conversation between Matt Law and Grasie Mercedes which they titled, Not Black Enough. Matt is an actor, writer, filmmaker and activist in Los Angeles. OUR GUEST: MATT LAW INSTAGRAMS: @iammattlaw @themattstv ----- FROM THE CONVERSATION: m4bl.org To track local police union efforts: https://www.checkthepolice.org -----   THE SHOW:   Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered:    Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com  A transcript of this episode is available here. © 2020 Gumption Pictures

Overcoming self-doubt and pushing through insecurities are explored during a candid conversation with Marie Forleo and Grasie Mercedes in an episode they titled, Not Good Enough. OUR GUEST: MARIE FORLEO INSTAGRAM: @marieforleo WEBSITE: https://www.marieforleo.com/ ----- THE SHOW: Please rate and review the show on iTunes. It really helps the show grow and be discovered:  Follow NOT (BLANK) ENOUGH on Instagram You can contact us at NotBlankEnough@gmail.com  A transcript of this episode is available here. © 2020 Gumption Pictures

For women who want to have kids, it can come as a painful shock when you learn that your ability to have kids isn't as easy as you'd hope. As women are waiting to have children later in life, many who struggle with getting pregnant are turning to IVF, as is the case with our guest on this episode, Grasie Mercedes. You may know Grasie from her gorgeous fashion blog, GrasieMercedes.com, but the blogger, actress, and writer, recently decided to open up to her thousands of followers about her recent IVF experience. In this episode Grasie talks about her decision to wait to have kids, suffering two miscarriages, and the impact of undergoing IVF on her body, her life, and her relationship with her husband. Plus, stay tuned till the very end to find out the latest update on Grasie's second round of IVF.  Follow Grasie: @grasiemercedes  Follow the pod: @waitholduppod | @heyjessmolina | @yarel_ramos Please review and rate us on iTunes and feel free to email us at waitholduppodcast@gmail.com

This week I sit down with Actress and Fashion Blogger Grasie Mercedes to discuss how to start a fashion blog, why saying what you want is so important, and discuss how being comfortable will always be in style. SHOW NOTES: GET THE COZI APP- Cozi.com/Rachel Pre-order Your Copy of Girl, Wash Your Face- amzn.to/2qSzmjj To learn more about Grasie Mercedes: https://www.grasiemercedes.com

My actress/blogger gal pal Grasie Mercedes and her funny Family Guy writer husband Damien Fehey popped by to help school us in podcasting. From Damien being an MTV VJ at 22 years old to Grasie's hilarious new series on what it's like dating a white guy, this couple will leave you in tears with laughter. Hear my kinky sex idea that I pitched to Grant to try and get a Birkin bag and listen to the groups take on having "blogger husbands."

Today we're celebrating the people who make our social media feeds so much more awesome! Join Megan and Laura as they tell who makes them think, who helps them learn, and who gives them the giggles on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram! All of that plus Awesome of the Week! Episode 84 is brought you by PrepDish.com! If you are ready to ditch the 5:00 dinner freak-out, go to PrepDish.com/sortaawesome and use code AWESOME to start your two week FREE trial! SHOW NOTES DayOneApp.com The Sun is Also a Star, Nicola Yoon TWITTER Russell Simmons @UncleRUSH Book Riot @BookRiot Shaun King @ShaunKing Rainbow Rowell @rainbowrowell Chrissy Tiegen @ChrissyTeigen Amy Kauffman @AmyKinLA FACEBOOK Brain Pickings A Mighty Girl AhaParenting.com - Dr. Laura Markham Humans of New York Melissa Toler Pen Center USA Dan Rather The Royal Family Lin-Manuel Miranda Unvirtuous Abbey The Holderness Family Darren Knight - Southern Momma INSTAGRAM Dallas Clayton @dallasclayton : https://www.instagram.com/dallasclayton Neil Kramer @neilochka : https://www.instagram.com/neilochka Sarah @ringosgirl : https://www.instagram.com/ringosgirl Holly Glen Whitaker @Hip Sobriety : https://www.instagram.com/hipsobriety TaylorTippett @TaylorTippett : https://www.instagram.com/taylortippett whynikella @whynikella https://www.instagram.com/whynikella Donald Robertson @drawbertson : https://www.instagram.com/drawbertson Nikki Sixx   @NikkiSixxPixx : https://www.instagram.com/nikkisixxpixx WorldVisionUSA : @worldvisionusa : https://www.instagram.com/worldvisionusa/ se7en_hoods @se7en_hoods : https://www.instagram.com/se7en_hoods/ Amy Morrall @missingfillmore : https://www.instagram.com/missingfillmore/ Adriel Booker @adrielbooker : https://www.instagram.com/adrielbooker/ Ashley Graham @theashleygraham : https://www.instagram.com/theashleygraham/ Heather Avis @macymakesmyday : https://www.instagram.com/macymakesmyday Jessica Shyba @mommasgonecity : https://www.instagram.com/mommasgonecity Gabrielle Blair @designmom : https://www.instagram.com/designmom Hilaria Baldwin @hilariabaldwin : https://www.instagram.com/hilariabaldwin/ ameliamarthelia @ameliamarthelia : https://www.instagram.com/ameliamarthelia/ Danielle Burkleo @danielleburkleo : https://www.instagram.com/danielleburkleo/ Osheta Moore @oshetam : https://www.instagram.com/oshetam/ Ashleigh Baker @heartandhome : https://www.instagram.com/heartandhome/ Sarah James @whoorl : https://www.instagram.com/whoorl Cassie @cassiesugarplum : https://www.instagram.com/cassiesugarplum Rachel Zoe @rachelzoe : https://www.instagram.com/rachelzoe Grasie Mercedes @grasiemercedes : https://www.instagram.com/grasiemercedes Kiel James Patrick @kjp : https://www.instagram.com/kjp Raging Stitches @ragingstitches : https://www.instagram.com/ragingstitches/ Tinder Nightmares @tindernightmares : https://www.instagram.com/tindernightmares/ Texts from Your Ex @textsfromyourex : https://www.instagram.com/textsfromyourex/ Kelly Oxford @kellyoxford : https://www.instagram.com/kellyoxford Orlando Soria @MrOrlandoSoria : https://www.instagram.com/MrOrlandoSoria Drake On Cake @drakeoncake : https://www.instagram.com/drakeoncake Hot Dudes Reading @hotdudesreading : https://www.instagram.com/hotdudesreading Find Laura on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter You can find Megan on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram! Visit sortaawesomeshow.com for show notes on this and every episode. And don’t forget to find us in the Sorta Awesome Hangout on Facebook or @sortaawesomeshow on Instagram!

This week, Alice has a chat with Grasie Mercedes, the fashion blogger behind Style Me Grasie. Grasie is a triple threat: she is an actress, a TV host, and of course, a style blogger. Her fashion-forward looks have been featured in Glamour, Lucky Magazine, and Who What Wear, and her style even landed her a feature in the Refinery 29 book Style Stalking. Here’s what we learned from Grasie: If you’re struggling to keep some balance in your life, whether it’s with work or your social life, remember to do what’s best for you. Don’t take on a job or project if you don’t think it will benefit you or your brand. Don’t compare yourself to others. The most successful girls are the ones who are true to themselves! When following your dreams, don’t be afraid to take that bold step! It might be scary, but as Grasie said, nothing is irreversible. If you really want something, make it work! Grasie moved across the U.S. with very little money in her pocket, but she knew she was... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

If the idea of getting up on stage, or in front of a camera, without a script makes you feel like you want to pee yourself, don't worry.  We've got two of the hottest actors on the Improv scene, Grasie Mercedes and Josh Covitt, to help work your Improv kegel.Grasie Mercedes is that elusive mix of hilarous & hot.  She keeps the masses entertained as a host, actor/comedian, and celebrity fashion consultant.  You can currently catch this savvy stylist helping those less fashionable on the MTV series, "Girl, Get Your Mind Right!"  You can also find her making some funny with her Improv team, Triggerfinger at IO West in Hollywood.Josh Covitt is proof that you can be a comedian without being a basketcase.  This guy could quite possibly be one of the most Talented and nicest people in Hollywood.  Oxymoron?  Nope.  Covitt is deeply entrenched in the Improv scene doing sketch shows at Upright Citizens Brigade and M.I.'s Westside Comedy Theater, as well as starring in a slew of tv commercials.  The guy works harder than Seacrest. And I wouldn't be surprised if we saw Josh Covitt on SNL sometime soon. What is Improv? And why is it important for actors to take Improv classes?  Who are the best teachers?  Grasie and Josh will answer all these questions and more on the next "Lights, Camera...ACTOR!"

If the idea of getting up on stage, or in front of a camera, without a script makes you feel like you want to pee yourself, don't worry.  We've got two of the hottest actors on the Improv scene, Grasie Mercedes and Josh Covitt, to help work your Improv kegel.Grasie Mercedes is that elusive mix of hilarous & hot.  She keeps the masses entertained as a host, actor/comedian, and celebrity fashion consultant.  You can currently catch this savvy stylist helping those less fashionable on the MTV series, "Girl, Get Your Mind Right!"  You can also find her making some funny with her Improv team, Triggerfinger at IO West in Hollywood.Josh Covitt is proof that you can be a comedian without being a basketcase.  This guy could quite possibly be one of the most Talented and nicest people in Hollywood.  Oxymoron?  Nope.  Covitt is deeply entrenched in the Improv scene doing sketch shows at Upright Citizens Brigade and M.I.'s Westside Comedy Theater, as well as starring in a slew of tv commercials.  The guy works harder than Seacrest. And I wouldn't be surprised if we saw Josh Covitt on SNL sometime soon. What is Improv? And why is it important for actors to take Improv classes?  Who are the best teachers?  Grasie and Josh will answer all these questions and more on the next "Lights, Camera...ACTOR!"