Podcasts about motherhood in hollywood

Get ready to dive into the whirlwind of juggling motherhood with a career in the spotlight. In this heart-to-heart, first-time mom and actress Emily Bolt and I swap tips on everything from the effortless convenience of grocery aisle purees to the essential gear that keeps our worlds spinning, like the much-loved sound machine. We get real about our emergency c-sections, the emotional rollercoaster of childbirth, and the deep need for self-care amid our busy lives. From keeping our skin radiant to teaching our little ones life's big lessons, we're covering it all. Whether you're sipping coffee in Nashville or tending to your toddler in L.A. (or somewhere in between), join us as we embrace the mess, the beauty, and the hacks that make motherhood truly extraordinary. Tune in now!Read my show notes HERE to learn more.Get every new episode of Secret Mom Hacks delivered to your inbox by subscribing for free HERE!Connect with Secret Mom Hacks:Website: http://www.secretmomhacks.comJoin newsletter: https://www.secretmomhacks.com/about/#/portal/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@secretmomhacksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristamischell/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secretmomhacks/Connect with Emily Bolt, host of Mommywood:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mommywood/id1667935738 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Ht2JF7xYE3SWoo1uwqDu3 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mommywoodpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089823874566Listen to these episodes next:Parenting bipolar: Lightening the motherhood mental load with first-time mom and actress Alessandra Torresani | Ep. 54Overcoming parenting challenges & prioritizing yourself with Aditi Wardhan Singh | Ep. 29The case for calmer parenting & the effects of angry parents on children | Ep. 27Favorite resources for listeners:Instacart for grocery delivery - use code KFARMER39312D to get $10 off your first order.

Ever wondered what it's like to be a mom working in the entertainment industry? Well here we are! Questions and answers from our seasoned moms and new moms alike! The EntertainHER podcast is produced by ACTIONPARK MEDIA Follow us on Social Media: @actionparkmediagroup @entertainherpodcast @ericalcedeno @erincoscarelli @saraesanderson @zulay_henao

This Episode's Guests: Betsy Stover & Heather BrookerTwo of our most favorite moms are back tonight filling in for Jamie Kaler and Kate Mulligan who are out on the job this evening.  Sure, those are big shoes to fill but who better than the delightful and hilarious Betsy Stover (Why Mommy Drinks Podcast) and Heather Brooker (Motherhood in Hollywood Podcast).  We can't wait to go down this week's parenting rabbit hole with you! They talk everything from the aftermath of being a Disney Child Star, to Jamie dropping in from the set of Tacoma FD, to Jason's drunken alter ego "Baby Hulk", and so much more!You can catch more of Betsy Stover at:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/why-mommy-drinks/id1223793707You can catch more of Heather Brooker at:https://motherhoodinhollywood.com/You can catch The Parent's Lounge live every Tuesday Night 10pm EST/7pm PST at:https://www.facebook.com/theparentslounge#theparentslounge #whymommydrinks #motherhoodinhollywood #betsystover #heatherbrooker #theoffice #alterego #jamiekaler #tacomafd #supertroopers #katemulligan #disneyland #disneystars #mileycyrus #parenting #parenthood #babyhulk #magicmushrooms #grover #austinpowers #funnyparents #parentinghumor #parentingpodcast

This Episode's Guests: Heather Brooker & Sean Patrick MurphyThis Week's Panel Consists of: Jamie Kaler, Jason Gowin, Kate Mulligan, Heather Brooker, and Sean Patrick Murphy.Heather Brooker is an actress, Emmy Award-winning journalist, comedian, and host of the popular podcast, Motherhood in Hollywood. She's appeared in over 40 films and TV shows like “Grey's Anatomy,” “The Office,” “Fresh Off The Boat,” “The Mindy Project” and more.Sean Patrick Murphy is an actor known for his work in Avatar, NCIS: Los Angeles, Poop Notice, The West Wing, and more!Tonight the TPL crew and their guests tackle their week in parenting ranging from going to movie/tv auditions with kids, Kate reads a disturbing essay from her junior high school days,  Jason's son pretends he doesn't know him in public, how to deal with children lashing out, and a ton of other gems.   Don't miss this hilarious episode, and by all means tell your friends!You can check more about Heather Brooker at:https://motherhoodinhollywood.com/You can check out more about Sean Patrick Murphy at:https://www.instagram.com/seanpatric/?hl=enYou can catch The Parent's Lounge live every Tuesday 10pm EST/7pm PST at:https://www.facebook.com/theparentslounge#theparentslounge #motherhoodinhollywood #avatar #parentingpodcast #funnyparents #auditions #castingcall #mykidsarewild #survivingmychildren #funny #standup 

This Episode's Guest: Heather BrookerHeather Brooker is an actress, Emmy Award-winning journalist, comedian, and host of the popular podcast, Motherhood in Hollywood. She's appeared in over 40 films and TV shows like “Grey's Anatomy,” “The Office,” “Fresh Off The Boat,” “The Mindy Project” and more. On her top rated podcast, Heather discusses her two passions — parenting and show business — and has a hilariously addicting, tell-it-like-it-is personality. In the five years since creating Motherhood in Hollywood, Heather has built a community of nearly 1 million followers across her social media and online platforms. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband Chris, 9-year-old daughter Channing, internet famous cat, Gracie I Love You and dobie mix Luna Lovegood. Heather will be joining us to talk about her most famous role as mom, and so much more!You can find more of Heather at: https://motherhoodinhollywood.com/You can catch The Parent's Lounge Live every Tuesday Night at 10pm EST/7pm PST at:https://www.facebook.com/theparentslounge#theparentslounge #motherhoodinhollywoood #heatherbrooker #theoffice #jamiekaler #jasongowin #katemulligan #vacationswithkids #funnyparents #parentingpodcast #cohosts #parentinghumor #parentingadvice #parentingfails #momsinhollywood 

Heather and Teri chat about the reality of women and mothers in Hollywood and how it inspired her popular podcast; "Motherhood in Hollywood". Heather is a multi-media journalist for NBC-LA and an actress who has appeared on various television shows and films. Heather is a comedian at heart and an influencer @theheatherbrooker on insta and tik-tok. She brings JOY and humor into our lives everyday!

Heather Brooker (the Motherhood In Hollywood podcast) chats with Betsy this week about a baby who hates Starbucks, Bon Jovi making you love Satan, and being mistaken for a kidnapper. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast, and leave a rating and a review! This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. For 10% off your first month of counseling go to BetterHelp.com/drinks -- SHOW INFORMATION Why Mommy Drinks Merchandise Patreon: Patreon.com/WhyMommyDrinks Facebook Page: @WhyMommyDrinksPodcast Facebook Group: @WhyMommyDrinks Instagram: @WhyMommyDrinksPodcast Twitter: @MommyDrinksShow Email: WhyMommyDrinksPodcast@gmail.com Sh*tshows Hotline: 424-279-8842 Music: TylerWalkerMusic.com Artwork: James Mulholland Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Subscribe: Spotify

Lauren’s about to pop out a tiny creature and is doing all of the adulty romance things, so we have actress, entertainment reporter, 2 time Award-winning journalist, and TV personality Heather Brooker in on the heels of International Women’s Day to discuss all of the reasons why Heather loves being married, what pieces of advice Heather has to offer to her single friends, why working in Hollywood as a parent is treated differently for mothers than for fathers, how Heather is working on finding support and care for onset parents, what everyone should look for in a partner and why, how having a baby can change a relationship, how keeping up with the mommies in hollywood presents a unique set of challenges, what Heather’s podcast guest Super Nanny Jo Frost thinks about screen time and how Instagram adds pressure to be a certain type of mom, and how Heather balances her professional time with her mommy time in order to avoid the dreaded “mom guilt.” Hang out with Heather @theheatherbrooker Guest Website - http://motherhoodinhollywood.com/   Keep it Complicated with Jen and NotJen: Host Socials - @jenifergolden, @laurenleonelli, @complicatedshow Shop our store - https://www.amazon.com/shop/complicatedshow  Support - https://www.patreon.com/itscomplicated   This episode is sponsored by Cherie. Cherie delivers everything you need to know about products from every corner of the beauty, skincare, and wellness universe--from moisturizers to mascaras, sheet masks to setting sprays--via product reviews from your peers, and by enabling you to share your own reviews of the products you’re obsessed with right now. www.cherie.com  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/itscomplicatedpod/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/itscomplicatedpod/support

The mother of the manic mom is welcomed to the pod! Sheila Ridel joins Stef to talk Oscars, marriage and more. Oscar season is serious business for Sheila and her husband. She watches all of the movies, rates them and makes her own predictions. Sheila shares her point of view on this year's ceremony. They also talk marriage. With Valentines Day on the horizon, she shares her thoughts on how she has been able to stay happily married for 53 years. Sheila and Stef talk riding the roller coaster of marriage and how to hold on even in the bumpiest moments. Like what you hear? Please rate and review the podcast!ManicMOMdays Podcast:Stefanie Fair: http://stefaniefair.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/stefanie.fair/https://www.instagram.com/manicmomdayspodcast/https://www.facebook.com/stefaniefairofficialhttps://www.facebook.com/manicmomdayspodcast/Questions? - podcast@stefaniefair.com

Stef welcomes mental health counselor, Kelly Houseman to the pod! They discuss a variety of topics including the rise of anxiety and depression. Is there a correlation between this and social media? They discuss our addiction to it, the fear of missing out and not measuring up to perfection. Kelly explains that we need to take control of our feed. They chat about Valentines Day and how to approach it if you are single. They touch on the Housewives of OC shakeup, 90s boy bands and more!Like what you hear? Please rate and review the podcast!Kelly Houseman:IG: https://www.instagram.com/kellysreality/https://www.facebook.com/KellysRealityhttp://www.kellyhousemancounseling.comhttp://kellysreality.comManicMOMdays Podcast:Stefanie Fair: http://stefaniefair.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/stefanie.fair/https://www.instagram.com/manicmomdayspodcast/https://www.facebook.com/stefaniefairofficialhttps://www.facebook.com/manicmomdayspodcast/Questions? - podcast@stefaniefair.com

Stefanie welcomes her brother Mark for a recap of ABC's 'The Bachelor' thus far. They break it down and do not hold back! Mark is a passionate fan and shares his point of view on this bonus episode of Manic MOMdays. Make sure you subscribe rate and review!ManicMOMdays Podcast:Stefanie Fair: http://stefaniefair.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/stefanie.fair/https://www.instagram.com/manicmomdayspodcast/https://www.facebook.com/stefaniefairofficialhttps://www.facebook.com/manicmomdayspodcast/Questions? - podcast@stefaniefair.com

Head into 2020 feeling your best! In this episode Stef welcomes Sarah Thomas. Sarah is a personal trainer, fitness instructor, nutrition coach, business mentor and mom of three. Fitness is truly her passion! Sarah shares how her program 'Burn Fast & Feast' was born out of her own journey with diet and nutrition. Not only does she share the intellectual side of fitness with her clients but she truly understands the emotional component. Her history includes being an obese child, an anorexic teen and a self-proclaimed cardioholic. Stef and Sarah discuss hacks for dealing with holiday parties, the benefit of building lean muscle, carb cycling, understanding the hows and whys of nutrition and more! Sarah Thomas: https://burnfatandfeast.comIG: https://instagram.com/refinedlifefitnesshttps://www.instagram.com/burnfatandfeast/ManicMOMdays Podcast:Stefanie Fair: http://stefaniefair.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/stefanie.fair/https://www.instagram.com/manicmomdayspodcast/https://www.facebook.com/stefaniefairofficialhttps://www.facebook.com/manicmomdayspodcast/Questions? - podcast@stefaniefair.com

In this episode, Stef's husband (and music producer) Ron Fair is welcomed to the pod! They discuss the recent Thanksgiving holiday and new family traditions. Ron shares some insight on his latest project, Idina Menzel's 'A Season Of Love' Christmas album. They chat about the importance of cherishing each moment and making each day count. They reflect on their move to Nashville, TN and note how fast time seems to pass. Stef and Ron are celebrating 13 years of marriage this week! They share their input on how they have been able to remain strong through the highs and lows of life. Ron Fair:Twitter: https://twitter.com/ronfairmusicIG: https://www.instagram.com/ronfairmusicThe Making of Idina Menzel's 'A Season Of Love' https://www.instagram.com/tv/B5GxZMJBADq/?igshid=kbmarp226866ManicMOMdays Podcast:Stefanie Fair: http://stefaniefair.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/stefanie.fair/https://www.instagram.com/manicmomdayspodcast/https://www.facebook.com/stefaniefairofficialhttps://www.facebook.com/manicmomdayspodcast/Questions? - podcast@stefaniefair.com

This is it! The final episode of Mama Mentality Season 1! In this podcast, Megan chats with Mercedes "MJ" Javid of Bravo Network's hit show Shahs of Sunset. Sham's mommy endured it all during labor and delivery, and owes the power of optimism for getting her through the experience. MJ embodies the Mama Mentality. This episode was recorded when Megan was 35 weeks along, and she is now due any moment!

Heather Brooker is the entertainment reporter at NBC-LA, and is an Emmy award winning journalist who has also had scenes in shows like The Office, The Mindy Project, Grey's Anatomy, and The Middle.  Heather is taking us through the major career shifts she's experienced and her thoughts on risk-taking, having a backup plan, the good and bad parts of being a journalist, and how her husband has been her encourager through her career. She's taken some major risks but has blossomed every step of the way. You can listen to Heather's podcast at Motherhood in Hollywood, and follow her on Instagram at @theheatherbrooker.  Don't forget to follow Melissa on Instagram at @influentialmotherhood and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/influentialmotherhood. 

On this episode of Mama Mentality, Megan Telles is at the home of Real Housewives of Orange County alumni Gretchen Christine Rossi. The new mom landed a role on the hit Bravo reality show, and it launched her career as an entrepreneur. Gretchen describes motherhood as messier than she expected, but miraculous in more ways than one. In this episode, Gretchen gives Megan invaluable advice for motherhood. They chat about post-partum depression, surrendering control, and about Gretchen's 4 and a half year journey to conceive and carry using IVF.

This week on "Mama Mentality," Megan Telles is cannonballing into parenthood with two moms who have written a survival tips book for all of us. Megan is getting real-world advice from author and journalist Lisa Sugarman, and family systems therapist Debra Fox Gansenberg. Emotions run deep when the women discuss raising perfectly imperfect kids and being ok with it. And of course, stick around at the end of the episode for a word from Megan’s family matriarch, Grandma Lola!

Let’s rewind to September: It’s Emmys season and Mama Mentality host Megan Telles is teamed up with celebrity stylist Anya Sarre to get red carpet ready for KTLA’s awards show special! Just one day after TV’s biggest night, Megan invites Anya to record an episode of the podcast and Anya says, “Yes!” Megan and Anya get candid about mommyhood in Hollywood. They talk less fashion and more “life in the mommy fast lane.” Sawyer’s mama and former head fashion stylist for big shows like Entertainment Tonight and The Insider has had to make working-mom adjustments since delivering seven years ago. Anya guides Megan through the choppy mama waters she may encounter in the first few years, and promises she’ll thrive if she follows her tips.

You know Peta Murgatroyd from ABC's "Dancing With the Stars." Now, the professional dancer is sitting down with "Mama Mentality" host Megan Telles to gush over two-year old son Shai. The two-time Mirrorball Trophy winner discusses overcoming the postpartum body shock and the renewed identity that comes along with becoming a new mama. Peta is married to fellow pro dancer Maksim Chmerkovskiy and knows that implementing Shai into his parents' work is crucial.Also, stick around at the end of the pod for a word from Megan’s family matriarch, Grandma Lola. Each week you will hear from Megan’s granny as she shares motherhood stories from her five pregnancies since 1956 in the special “Ask Abuela” segment.

KTLA morning anchor Jessica Holmes is the first guest on the podcast and discusses motherhood with Mama Mentality host Megan Telles. Megan is 7 weeks away from introducing her baby girl to the world and the first-time mom wants to hear from working mamas who've been there, done that. Jess leaves no topic off the table including breastfeeding struggles, creating a village and miscarriage. Levi's mom explains to Megan why simply existing during the few weeks of motherhood is crucial to a newborn's development. Join Megan and Jess for a conversation that will inspire moms everywhere to maintain a positive #MamaMentality!Also, stick around at the end of the pod for a word from Megan's family matriarch Grandma Lola. Each week you will hear from Megan's granny as she shares motherhood stories from her five pregnancies beginning in 1956 in a special "Ask Abuela" segment.

Stef welcomes her good friend, Tammy Newman to the pod! Tammy is successfully balancing career & motherhood. She created 24 Seven, an award-winning staffing and recruiting firm and currently serves as the Executive Vice President. Stef and Tammy discuss the importance of making an effort to maintain friendships, how important honest conversations are and that sometimes "No" is the greatest gift you can give your child. They discuss late in life parenting, dealing with hormone imbalance and being an advocate for yourself when it comes to health. Tammy shares her tips for keeping it all together which includes a written "mind dump" before bed. This is a great conversation between two great friends! ManicMOMdays Podcast:Stefanie Fair: http://stefaniefair.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/stefanie.fair/https://www.instagram.com/manicmomdayspodcast/https://www.facebook.com/stefaniefairofficialhttps://www.facebook.com/manicmomdayspodcast/Tammy Newman: https://www.24seventalent.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/24seventalent/https://www.instagram.com/tammy24seven/

On this episode, Stef welcomes Chrissy Lundgren! Chrissy is a celebrity/personal trainer currently residing in Los Angeles. Chrissy has become a force to be reckoned with in LA fitness world. She was a guest trainer for the popular MoveInterActive with Derek and Julianna Hough. Chrissy was featured in US Weekly training one of her clients, Emmy Rossum. Her high-intensity interval training (HIIT) workout is cardio-based with a mix of weight training, TRX, body weight, and core work. Chrissy and Stef talk about common mistakes that are made when setting fitness goals. They discuss fad diets, workout trends and Chrissy's "functional fitness" approach. You can find Chrissy both in her Hollywood studio teaching privates and semi-privates and well as private in-home sessions, Facetime sessions or her online program - relaunching - October 2nd, 2019, that you can do at your convenience in your own home. Get ready to Burn It Off!Chrissy Lundgren: www.burnitoffbychrissy.com. www.BIOFITBODY.comhttps://twitter.com/chrissylundgren?lang=enhttps://www.facebook.com/ChrissyLawverLundgrenManicMOMdays Podcast:Stefanie Fair: http://stefaniefair.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/stefanie.fair/https://www.instagram.com/manicmomdayspodcast/https://www.facebook.com/stefaniefairofficialhttps://www.facebook.com/manicmomdayspodcast/

KTLA's Megan Telles introduces her new podcast, Mama Mentality. As a soon-to-be first time mother, Megan gets insights from experts so she knows what to expect from motherhood.

In this episode, Stef chats with singer/songwriter Kaci Brown. Kaci is 4 weeks along in her recovery from explant surgery. She discusses the multi-year battle she has faced with health. Like many women, Kaci made the decision to augment her breasts at a young age. She subsequently began to experience a variety of symptoms and illnesses that she believes are attributed to her implants. Her journey to wellness has not come easily or without judgement. She explains the path that has led her to her explant decision. A must listen for any woman who has or is considering implants!Kaci Brownhttp://kacibrown.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/kacidbrown/https://www.instagram.com/brownandgraymusic/https://healingbreastimplantillness.comManicMOMdays Podcast:Stefanie Fair: http://stefaniefair.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/stefanie.fair/https://www.instagram.com/manicmomdayspodcast/https://www.facebook.com/stefaniefairofficialhttps://www.facebook.com/manicmomdayspodcast/Questions? - podcast@stefaniefair.com

Check out our NEW Patreon page! Pick any tier to receive exclusive content! Patreon page link: https://found.ee/JessimaePeluso-PatreonParenting 101 | No Pants NanceA SPECIAL treat this week! We sit down with Jessimae's mom, Nancy Finley, to discuss what Jessi was like as a kid, how to handle your child going through phases, and the best aspects of being a mother.Thanks to our DOPE sponsors, Absolute Xtracts! Use code "Jessimae" for 15% off your entire order of ANY Absolute Xtracts products on www.EAZE.com. For all things Jessimae:www.Jessimae.com

In this episode, Stefanie chats with the brilliant Heather Brooker! Heather is an actress, Emmy Award-winning journalist, and host of the popular Motherhood in Hollywood podcast.Stef and Heather discuss her secret to a successful (almost 20 years!) marriage, they share their views on the polygamous lifestyle, Heather's journalism background and what led her to create her successful podcast. They dive into the subject of kids and social media, viral videos and more!Heather Brooker:http://motherhoodinhollywood.comFB: https://www.facebook.com/MotherhoodinHollywood/ManicMOMdays Podcast:Stefanie Fair: http://stefaniefair.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/stefanie.fair/https://www.instagram.com/manicmomdayspodcast/https://www.facebook.com/stefaniefairofficial

Do you (and your kids) watch Just Add Magic? Well you should! We love the show, but we love the Mom/Mayor, actress Catia Ojeda even more. (And now she's on Malibu Rescue on Netflix too!) Join us as we talk to Catia about what it's like to be a mom working as an actor in Hollywood, how she landed these sweet roles in the most bizarre way possible, and what it took for her to acknowledge and overcome postpartum depression after her first son. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll become as obsessed with Catia (and Just Add Magic OMG IT IS SO GOOD) as we are. Enjoy! Follow Catia on IG and Facebook How have you been enjoying our podcast? If you're into it, can you please leave us a rating or comment? We value your feedback so we can make this thing better! And as always, we'd love to hear your thoughts. Email us anytime at pumpanddumpshowATgmail.com, leave a rating or comment on your podcast app, or tell us IRL and come see us at a show! ************** Shayna and Tracey have been friends since the 8th grade – that’s over 25 years. After college, they each moved to separate coasts for a decade. They were reunited when they decided to leave big city life and settle down with their families in Denver, Colorado and Facebook told them their daughters are 3 weeks apart. After several play dates, some more childbirth, some unsuccessful pumping, and the overwhelming nature of mommy community boards, The Pump and Dump Show was born. The show launched in 2012 in a bar in Northwest Denver and quickly grew to a bi-monthly, local staple for new moms to have a night out. In 2014, Shayna and Tracey took The Pump and Dump Show on its first national tour and continue to perform every month to audiences nationwide. For tour updates and more shenanigans, follow Shay and Tracey at: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThePumpAndDump/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/ThePumpAndDumpShow/Tour schedule: https://www.thepumpanddumpshow.com/tour-dates

Were sorry for this weeks episode being late! We have a very special guest, Heather Brooker from Motherhood In Hollywood. From hosting an award winning podcast, interviewing celebs, and rushing to auditions, Heather is very busy! But, the most important role she plays is a mom and wife. In this episode, Heather and Ali go deep, talking about what it takes to make it all happen, in this crazy world called life! Also, thanks to this weeks sponsor Grabease. You can learn more about Heather and our sponsor below! https://www.instagram.com/motherhoodinhollywood/ IG https://www.heatherbrooker.com/ Website Our Sponsor! www.grabease.com Use Promo Code "ALILEVINE20" For a discount! Continue the conversation with Ali as well! www.alilevine.com Instagram.com/AliLevineDesign Facebook.com/AliLevineDesign Twitter.com/AliLevineDesign Linkedin.com/AliLevineDesign Pinterest.com/AliLevineDesign --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ali-levine/support

We’re super excited to have Heather Brooker on the show today. This mom, comedian, podcaster, and actress has been on shows including The Office and Grey’s Anatomy, and Jamie really looks up to her. If you’re not familiar with her from her acting roles, you might recognize her from her podcast Motherhood in Hollywood. As you’ll hear in this conversation, Jamie is really excited to hear about Heather’s life and career. Heather has been a TV reporter and international correspondent, as well as a host on the red carpet at the Oscars, so you can imagine why Jamie is thrilled for this conversation! You’ll love it, too, because it’s a powerful look into accomplishing big dreams, even when it takes a while. One thing that Heather has struggled with is finding a place in Hollywood as a heavier actress. We’ll go into some depth today about the issues with typecasting and the tendency to portray heavy people as being funny when they’re the butt of fat jokes instead of being comedic in their own right. As you might have guessed from that, being heavy in Hollywood requires a lot of confidence. And, luckily, that’s something that Heather has! It’s great to hear her take on how she builds and maintains this confidence, even when it seems like the people around her are set on destroying it. In fact, she’s so confident that she’s able to joke and laugh about events that would hurt other people deeply. Just wait ‘til you hear her story about trying to get Hugh Grant’s attention! Tune in to hear a refreshing, down-to-earth, and downright funny perspective on what it’s like to be a mother in Hollywood, a heavier woman on the red carpet, and a wife who’s been married for more than half of her life. She’s an amazing person, and this conversation was such a treat! Today’s Guest:Heather BrookerHeather Brooker in Twitter Heather Brooker on Instagram Heather Brooker on LinkedInMotherhood in HollywoodMotherhood in Hollywood on Facebook In This Episode:[01:20] - Welcome to the show, and thank you to everyone who asked Doug a question last week![06:38] - Doug introduces today’s guest, Heather Brooker. Heather’s daughter also chimes in to say hi![09:17] - Heather talks about how she came up with the name Motherhood in Hollywood.[11:15] - What was it like to be a host on the red carpet at the Oscars?[11:17] - Jamie responds to Heather, sharing a point about reaching for big dreams.[14:52] - We hear a bit of a blog post that Heather wrote that really resonated with Jamie, and that a lot of listeners will probably relate to as well.[19:15] - Doug responds to what Heather has been saying about her audition for the part of “Fat Pam.”[21:04] - Heather points out that fat jokes are an easy target, and digs into why it might be more acceptable to make fat jokes than racial jokes, for example.[23:21] - Is Heather’s daughter always in the back of her mind when she’s choosing new roles?[25:43] - Heather shares a story about being on Facebook Live at the red carpet, as well as other tales from the red carpet.[30:25] - We hear Heather’s thoughts on having publicists who are very standoffish and even rude to... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Wanna know what momming in Hollywood is REALLY like? We have Heather Brooker live in studio telling us all about It! Listen in as she shares behind-the-scenes stories of what it was like as a new mom, audition hopping with her baby daughter in tow, and how she is still killing the Hollywood game with her emmys in one arm and her daughter in the other. We love this mama!

We did it! We made it to our 100th episode! I say "we" because I know there's no way I could have reached 100 episodes alone.  There have been countless friends, family and fans who have supported this show and inspired me to keep creating. I have seen every Tweet, every Instagram comment, every Facebook comment and every email and I feel so honored that this show has resonated with you. I had no idea what I was doing or what to expect when I did my first episode with actress Jen Hasty. My audio wasn't great, my website was terrible, and I asked her way too many questions. But Jen, along with all of my guests, were gracious enough to lend me their time and let me share their story.  I have asked ridiculous questions that are too late to take back now (Do babies born in water like to swim??)  And had heartfelt, life-changing conversations with women who inspire me. My favorite episodes though have to be the ones I've done with my husband Chris.  He has been by my side every step of this process, watching me spend hours and hours trying to create something even when I wasn't sure what that something was. He has cheered me on as I waver over blog posts, and graciously doing quality control over each episode before it goes live.  Thank you baby! In the past nearly 2 years I have learned a lot about myself as a mom, a business woman, an actress and friend.  All of these areas are a work in progress and you know what? That's okay! It's good to keep growing and learning about yourself. I am 40 years old and still learning every day.  And right now I am bubbling with love and humility because of all the support my show has received. There is so many more things on the horizon and I hope you'll come along with me for the ride. But enough about me, let's talk about you! I want to give back to you as a way of saying thanks for supporting my show. The first 50 people who leave a comment on my podcast on iTunes or Stitcher will get a $10 gift card to Amazon.com! You have until June 2nd to enter.  Don't forget to comment on this post letting me know that you left a comment! And everyone who subscribes to my website from now until June 2nd will be entered to win a gift box full of celebrity swag that I've received over the past few months at various gifting suites and swag parties. This box has more than $550 worth of luxury products in it and all you have to do to enter is subscribe to my website. Easy peasy! Thank you for helping me celebrate this milestone. I hope you enjoy this episode where Chris and I make each other laugh and reminisce about everything that's happened in the past 2 years.  I couldn't have done it without each and every one of you! Don't forget to subscribe to Motherhood in Hollywood on iTunes. Follow me on Twitter @HeatherBrooker Instagram at www.instagram.com/MotherhoodinHollywood Facebook at www.facebook.com/motherhoodinhollywood

Emmy award-winning journalist turned actress/comedian/host Heather Brooker chats with fellow parenting podcast host Ellie Knaus about everything under the L.A. sun. Join us as we laugh about the recent moment Heather's family video went Youtube viral, and go international with us as we discuss how Heather’s recent family trip to London took a shocking turn when she found her family in the midst of the Parliament attack (she gave live news coverage to US stations while her daughter played in a nearby park). Ellie shares the recent loss of their family pet, how she shared the news with Sabrina, and the sweetest (and perhaps most bizarre) FaceTime exchange in iPhone history. Because we're talking "Motherhood in Hollywood", we also have a playful social media tug-of-war over the fine line between not wanting to project a falsely perfect family image while also not sharing our dirty laundry or our children’s meltdowns. And of course, we have to ask Heather: what’s the biggest misconception about motherhood in Hollywood? x Ellie Knaus, Atomic Moms mom-in-chief Guest Bio: Heather is an actress, comedian, Emmy Award-winning Journalist, and host of the Motherhood in Hollywood podcast (available on iTunes!). She’s appeared on TV shows like Grey’s Anatomy, The Office, Fresh Off The Boat, and The Mindy Project. On her podcast, Heather discusses her two passions — parenting and entertainment — and has a hilariously addicting, tell-it-like-it-is personality. She has appeared as a guest on CBS2/9 Los Angeles, and is a regular contributor to the Huffington Post, mom.me, Wonderwall and the Today Show Parenting Team as well as her own blog. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband and 3-year-old daughter. MotherhoodinHollywood.com Subscribe and download iTunes.com/atomicmoms! Please leave us an iTunes review (consider it our Atomic Moms tip jar! It helps other moms find us!) Find us on social media: Instagram/Twitter @atomicmoms and Facebook Page “Atomic Moms”

Due to a technical glitch (damn those internet elves!) last week's show cut out at 10 minutes.  Sorry about that!  It was such a good show and we really want you to hear the whole talk given many listerners have written in requesting this topic, so we're repsoting the FULL episode this week.  Thanks for your patience!  T had so many conversations with distressed husbands, and mothers who also felt anxiety about their low sex drive, that she sought out some answers from mothers Heather Brooker of Motherhood in Hollywood podcast and Sheri Winston who have made it through the sex drought. Sheri Winston is also a sex expert-midwife/nurse turned sexuality teacher of Intimate Arts Center.  There's good news, and lots of insight into the actual pregnancy process, the sensual pleasures of it, and how we can still maintain intimate, sensual connection, even after the pregnancy.  How can we best stay connected with our partners and feel appreciated on both ends? These ladies know best!   Don't miss our discount Promo Code 'TATALKSEX' for our newest sponsors, the all natural skin care product, BIOCLARITY that we share in the middle of the episode, either! Episode 135, Because Sex isn't Ever Just About Sex. Find A's sensual massage videos here: www.stephanieallen.com/massage

T had so many conversations with distressed husbands, and mothers who also felt anxiety about their low sex drive, that she sought out some answers from mothers Heather Brooker of Motherhood in Hollywood podcast and Sheri Winston who have made it through the sex drought. Sheri Winston is also a sex expert-midwife/nurse turned sexuality teacher of Intimate Arts Center.  There's good news, and lots of insight into the actual pregnancy process, the sensual pleasures of it, and how we can still maintain intimate, sensual connection, even after the pregnancy.  How can we best stay connected with our partners and feel appreciated on both ends? These ladies know best!   Don't miss our discount Promo Code 'TATALKSEX' for our newest sponsors, the all natural skin care product, BIOCLARITYthat we share in the middle of the episode, either! Episode 135, Because Sex isn't Ever Just About Sex. Find A's sensual massage videos here: www.stephanieallen.com/massage  

We are so very excited to welcome our inaugural guest, the amazingly funny and talented Heather Brooker, creator of the popular podcast Motherhood in Hollywood. We talk about starting a podcast, tantrums, big hollywood parties, loneliness in the mom world, the life of an actor and of course our favorite-wine & food! Also, we muse on how the Super Bowl is apparently a good time for "honey-do's", Nic's new diet

Heather Brooker is a mother, actress, and Emmy Award-winning writer. She currently hosts the popular podcast, Motherhood in Hollywood, where she blends her signature sense of humor with a healthy dose of reality about parenthood and the entertainment business.  Heather has had roles on many shows, most notably Grey’s Anatomy, The Office and The Mindy Project (I’m beyond jealous!)   I didn’t know what to expect in an interview with a Hollywood mom.  I’ve been known to have some minor Hollywood obsessions here and there.  So, I was kind of hoping for a new Hollywood BFF.  Heather Brooker totally made all my dreams come true.    Heather is funny and engaging and totally down to earth.  We talked about the glitz and glam of being an actress and mom in Hollywood – which is not so glitzty glammy in many cases,..  I know you’ll enjoy Heather’s stories and hearing the reality of life as an actress and mom.    Tune in to hear:   Perceptions and body image in Hollywood The reality of 99% of Hollywood moms The rollercoaster of a Hollywood career, especially as a mom What the day-to-day life of an actress is really like What happens when Mindy Kaling wants to take a selfie with you   Links Mentioned:   Heather’s website and podcast: Motherhoodinhollywood.com See Heather’s work: Heather’s Comedy Reel Mindy Kaling’s Book: Why Not Me?      

I can't believe it's been a year since I recorded my first podcast and launched Motherhood in Hollywood into the history books. Technically my first episode was released on July 17th, but I released 3 episodes at once because someone on the internet told me that was the way it's done.  I still don't know if they're right. But I do know that I've completed 52 episodes and this has been the most challenging and empowering year of my life. I've said many times that the reason I launched MIH was because I needed a creative outlet as a full-time mom and working actress. And doing a podcast seemed like a wonderful way to combine the things I loved.  My first episode with actress and mom Jennifer Hasty was interrupted halfway through by Channing, who had to go potty. And it was made abundantly clear in that moment that my life would be a constant challenge to stay my pre-mommy creative self while raising my silly, strong-willed girl.  One year later, Channing and my husband Chris as much a part of this show as I am, and we're all still very, very silly. That's why I asked Chris to come on the show this week and share what it's like being Mr. MIH. He has read every blog post, every social media post, and listened to every single episode of MIH before it's released to make sure I didn't have any major technical glitches.  In fact early on, there were a few episodes where I did have some audio issues because I was still trying to figure out the right combination of mics, and software.  Bless those guests who had to be my guinea pigs LOL I'm still fine tuning everything from my website to my podcast. And I have learned so much about creating a website and producing a weekly online radio show.  It's like I'm growing as a person ya'll! Chris said for him, the episodes with Fresh Off The Boat writer Rachna Fruchbom, Fuller House writer Rich Keith and Powers star Justice Leak were the most memorable.  He was also surprised by how much he learned about actress Jillian Armenante and her passion for theater. I have loved each and every episode I've done. I've learned something new about myself, and about my guests, from Weelicious founder Catherine McCord, to casting director Dana Gergely Bowling and Hollywood Housewife Laura Tremaine.  Truly it's been such an honor to interview so many wonderfully creative people over the last year.  I'm so grateful for the generosity each guest showed by answering all my ridiculous questions and stepping boldly into the MIH world. There are so many more things coming down the pipe for MIH! I hope you'll stay on board with me for the journey and bring a friend. The more the merrier.  I look forward to doing the 2nd anniversary post and tell you all about the new TV show I'm starring in, or the feature film I produced.  Or maybe I'll just tell you that I'm exhausted, but crazy happy.

Host Anna Lind Thomas and guest Heather Brooker from Motherhood in Hollywood make fun of all the latest celebrity gossip including drama surrounding Beyoncé's hit album Lemonade, Kelly Rippa pissed Micheal is leaving Kelly and Michael for Good Morning America and Lena Dunham moving to Canada if Donald Trump is elected president.I'm also excited to announce today's podcast has been sponsored by ThriveMarket.com. Go to HaHas for HooHas to learn more about getting a sweet deal when becoming a member.

NBC's Alex Meneses and ABC's Wynn Everett talk working and motherhood in Hollywood, what Alex looks for in guy, fame vs. success and favorite snacks over delicious dishes at the Sunset Marquis on The Dinner Party with Elysabeth Alfano.

NBC's Alex Meneses and ABC's Wynn Everett talk working in Hollywood in your 30s, 40s and 50s in Hollywood, motherhood and knowning what you want over delicious dishes at the Sunset Marquis on this quick bite from the first episode of The Dinner Party with Elysabeth Alfano. To view the full episode, visit http://thedinnerparty.tv/wynn-everett-alex-meneses/ . For more information, visit http://TheDinnerParty.tv/about-dinner-party/ . For more information, visit http://theDinnerParty.tv/about-dinner-party

Anna slips into Making a Murderer insanity, reeks like crockpot chili and chats with actress and comedian Heather Brooker about her podcast Motherhood in Hollywood and recent appearance on the Real Husbands of Hollywood show with Kevin Hart. Follow us Follow us on Twitter @HooHasPodcast and Facebook.