Podcast appearances and mentions of Susan Lucci

We're celebrating MiMi's birthday in style with her selection, the TV classic? Blood on Her Hands!Host segment: MiMi's favorite type of word; cheap hitmen; Susan Lucci is straight devious; we're upset about a distinct lack of Dennis Farina; getting arrested at your reception; J. Peterman is actually in financial trouble; we absolutely can make this a better movie; it's already a whore movie.

Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey sit down with actor and author Colin Egglesfield (All My Children, Something Borrowed) to revisit one of Disney's most passionate fan events: Super Soap Weekend. Colin shares what it was like to meet thousands of soap fans at Disney's Hollywood Studios, parade through the park with Goofy, and be part of the event's final years. They also discuss Colin's time on All My Children, his unforgettable character arc as Erica Kane's long-lost son, and how he battled cancer behind the scenes—while still showing up to set and filming every day. The story behind Colin's stolen-fetus storyline and how he landed his role on All My Children What it was like to attend Super Soap Weekend as a featured star The culture of soap opera fandom and merch at Disney, from autographed dolls to signed headshots How Colin's cancer diagnosis shaped his time on the show and inspired his public speaking career Behind-the-scenes stories about Susan Lucci, cast bonding, and meeting fans at the parks Details about Colin's books Agile Artist and The Evolved Artist, plus his Inspire retreats and coaching This heartfelt episode blends Disney fan nostalgia, behind-the-scenes soap drama, and the power of showing up through life's toughest moments. Listen now on your favorite podcast platform. Be Our Guest Vacations Planning your next Disney vacation? Be Our Guest Vacations is a Platinum-level Earmarked travel agency with concierge-level service to make every trip magical. Their team of expert agents plans vacations across the globe, from Disney and Universal to cruises and adventures, ensuring you have the best possible experience without the stress. Learn More Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join Joy Behar, Susan Lucci, Sherri Shepherd, and Judy Gold for an exclusive — and jaw-dropping — look inside the new off-Broadway comedy, My First Ex-Husband. They'll share their favorite stories — about women married to the mob, their jobs, their faith, money and, inevitably, the wrong man.   The conversation was recorded on March 19th, 2025, at The 92nd Street Y, New York.

From Super-couples like Luke and Laura, the First Lady of daytime television Susan Lucci, and such intricate plot lines as the Ice Princess conspiracy, housewives have geeked out over daytime television programs, affectionately known as “my stories” for over 70 years. If you didn't know we love them too, then you probably fell down an elevator shaft and have amnesia! But don't worry, there's a plethora of doctors here.Today's root beer is Big K.Intro and Outro music by Stockmusic331 on Pond5Send us a text

Today on the show I get to meet the greatest soap opera star of all time Susan Lucci. Then, it's a big fund raiser for the next Mayor of New York City (who wouldn't come out from behind a bush). And finally, a trip on Amtrak to Albany (the smelliest place on earth - that includes Amtrak) to appear in a movie that I can only hope finishes filming with me in Key West. Oy. All and all one heck of a week in Juskow in the City land. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

(above - a rare photo of the show's original studio, circa 2020)dear friends, welcome and thank you oh so much for being part of EPISODE 250 of The Radio Hour That Feels Like Two Hours. If you're like me, you're finding it difficult to put this particular broadcasting achievement --- 250 episodes!  Not as many as 300!  But more than 200! -- into proper perspective.  How does it stack up against, say Brady Anderson's not-chemically-assisted-at-all 50 home runs in 1996?  Susan Lucci losing the Daytime Emmy 18 years in a row?  I'd say it's right up there with both, but it's not my place to judge. No, I think this is the sort of thing that should be decided by an actual judge, perhaps the Chief Justice Sonia Sotomayor?Regardless of how she rules on the matter, I am very grateful for all of your support since the show's inception.  It's customary to say, "I couldn't have done it without you," and I've never quote understood this custom because I have, literally, done it without you. 

The co-hosts weigh in on Pres. Trump and France Pres. Macron's seemingly friendly White House meeting. Then, after an article explored fans feeling hurt when body positive stars lose weight, the co-hosts discuss. Susan Lucci joins to reminisce about her 41-season tenure on "All My Children" and discusses starring in Joy Behar's new play, “My First Ex-Husband.” ABC News correspondent Will Reeve stops by to discuss retracing his father Christopher Reeve's footsteps in the ABC News Studios primetime special, “Will Reeve: Finding My Father.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Ana Ortiz steps Behind The Rope. Ana is here to chat about the full anthology of her career and, as we like to say, mention it all. Ana talks Ugly Betty, Devious Maids, Love,Victor, costars like Susan Lucci and America Ferrera, reboots and more. Ana also talks deep dives like Whiskey Cavalier and Kristin and current project Goodbumps: The Vanishing based on the classic books by R.L. Stine. Of course, being a huge Bravo fan herself, the convo quickly turns to her recent WWHL appearance, Andy Cohen, the downfall of Brynn Whitfield, the end of Kyle and Dorit and the call she may or may not have received about joining RHOBH.  @therealanaortiz @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope  BROUGHT TO YOU BY: ONESKIN- oneskin.co (Use Code Velvet For 15% Off The Skin Care Which Targets The Root Causes Of Aging)  RO - ro.co/velvet (For Prescription Compounded GLP-1s At a Fraction Of The Cost Of The Name Brands) RAKUTEN - rakuten.com (Get the Rakuten App NOW and Join the 17 Million Members Who Are Already Saving! Your Cash Back really adds up!) MOOD - www.mood.com/velvet (20% Off With Code Velvet on Federally Legal THC Shipped Right To Your Door) INDEED - indeed.com/velvet (Seventy Five Dollar $75 Sponsored Job Credit To Get Your Jobs More Visibility)  ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact David@advertising-execs.com MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of 92NY Talks, join Emmy Award-winning Susan Lucci as she celebrates the 55th anniversary of All My Children with cast members Kelly Ripa, Jill Larson, Eden Riegel, Jennifer Bassey, and Francesca James, plus insights from Head Writer Lorraine Broderick and Casting Director Judy Blye Wilson—all moderated by TV legend Andy Cohen. The conversation was recorded on Jan 14, 2025 at 92nd Street Y, New York.

Robert Urich. Soleil Moon Frey. Joanna Cassidy. Patty McCormack. Michael Berryman. Barret Oliver. Kevin McCarthy. Susan Lucci! Invitation to Hell!   Copyright Disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. Important links: Theme song: Strip Search by Neal Gardner. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠B&S About Movies⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and email me at bandsaboutmovies@gmail.com. Donate to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ko-fi page⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

“The work that we do is actually very difficult to detach from when you're writing in somebody's voice,” notes veteran collaborator Laura Morton on the emotional connection she often feels when channeling her clients' stories.   Laura comes by this observation honestly, after spending more than thirty years helping to tell other people's stories.  In that time, she has written more than 60 books, including 22 New York Times bestsellers. Her most recent bestseller Fire in the Hole: The Untold Story of My Traumatic Life and Explosive Success, written with GoDaddy and PXG Golf founder Bob Parsons—was a publication of Lasega Books, her own imprint at Forefront Books, an innovative independent publisher.   Over the years, Laura has worked with a wide range of celebrities, entrepreneurs and innovators, including Joan Lunden, Al Roker, Jennifer Hudson, Susan Lucci, Melissa Etheridge, Justin Bieber, Danica Patrick, John Maxwell, Glenn Stearns, and the Jonas Brothers.   Laura is also the writer, co-director, and producer of the award-winning 2022 documentary “Anxious Nation,” exploring the age of anxiety and depression, and a leading mental health advocate and workshop facilitator.     Join us for a wide-ranging conversation on the changing face of publishing, as Laura reflects on her long career as one of the industry's leading storytellers, and on her recent shift from ghostwriter to “mission-driven” publisher, helping to build a platform for her collaborative clients and other authors looking to land their stories on America's bookshelf.   Learn more about Laura Morton: Website Lasega Books Forefront Books Facebook Instagram Please support the sponsors who support our show: Ritani Jewelers Daniel Paisner's Balloon Dog Daniel Paisner's SHOW: The Making and Unmaking of a Network Television Pilot Unforgiving: Lessons from the Fall by Lindsey Jacobellis Film Movement Plus (PODCAST) | 30% discount Libro.fm (ASTOLDTO) | 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 when you start your membership Film Freaks Forever! podcast, hosted by Mark Jordan Legan and Phoef Sutton Everyday Shakespeare podcast A Mighty Blaze podcast The Writer's Bone Podcast Network Misfits Market (WRITERSBONE) | $15 off your first order  Film Movement Plus (PODCAST) | 30% discount Wizard Pins (WRITERSBONE) | 20% discount

March 19th, 1994   This week Ken welcomes TV producer, writer, and author of the new novel "The End of All Things", Sandra Chwialkowska to the show. Ken and Sandra discuss moving from Canada to the US to work in television, growing up in Toronto, the US Canadian co-productions of the 90s, the beauty of telling stories on television vs in films, the complexity of character, the move to serialized storytelling in North America, how 1994 changed the way we see television and film, fan petitions, the monumental cultural shifts of 1994, the weird wild west of 90s TV, body positivity, My So-Called Life, toxic advertising, smoking to lose weight, Home Improvement, watching television with your parents, The Oscars, The Barbara Walters specials, the golden age of the high stakes action comedy, tentpole pressure, Jurassic Park, The Fugitive, Spielberg, how difficult it is to adapt a serialized television show into a three act film, The War Room, Philadelphia, The Remains of the Day, John Hughes, the sad death of John Candy, when your child brain evolves to liking complex narratives, The Bride in Black made for-TV movie, Susan Lucci, the strange job of trying to buy life writes of people to make television movies, LifeTime Movies, The USA Network's original comedy line up on Saturdays, Rain Man, Weird Science The Series, Duckman, The Jon Stewart Show, George Carlin's sitcom, ridiculous character names, Snake Pliskin, writing for Hilary Swank, Alaska Daily, The Lost Girl, Letterman's Top 10 Lists, Robin Williams, tonal bizarreness, In the Line of Fire, never seeing cultural touchstone shows, having never seen Mork & Mindy, missing Norman Lear's body of work, The Adventures of Pete and Pete, the ratings game, My So-Called Life Goes On, realizing somebody wrote what you love, blank slate idiots, Stepenwolf, Laury Metcalf, suburbia, visiting filming locations, South Pasadena, re-editing movies in your head while you watch them, re-booting Magnum, Hart to Hart, The Hardy Boys, NOVA, loving procedurals, Bono and Martin Lawrence's live tv potty mouths, and how innocent people are never in the wrong place at the wrong time. 

Book Vs. Movie: ScroogedThe Charles Dickens Classic Vs. the 1988 FilmAfter ten years of producing special holiday episodes in December, the Margos discovered that there are numerous versions of Charles Dickens's *A Christmas Carol*. Everyone from the Fonz to Susan Lucci to Sir Patrick Stewart has portrayed Ebenezer Scrooge in some adaptation. So, why not select one version each season to explore and celebrate? This week, we're focusing on the 1988 film *Scrooged*, featuring Bill Murray and Robert Donner. This version is a complex classic, notable for its high levels of cynicism but it still makes us laugh! Which version did the Margos prefer? Listen to find out!In this ep, the Margos discuss:How Charles Dickens “Saved” Christmas The backstory of the movieThe Movie Cast: Bill Murray (Frank Cross,) Karen Allen (Claire,) John Forsythe (Lew,) John Glover (Brice Cummings,) Bobcat Goldthwait, David Johansen (Ghost of Christmas Past,) Carol Kane (Ghost of Christmas Present,) Robert Mitchum (Preston Rhinelander,) Nicholas Phillips  (Calvin,) Alfre Woodard (Grace,) and Mabel King as Grandma. Margo's upcoming book on Saturday Night Fever (pre-order!) Clips used:Frank meets his first ghostScrooged (1988 trailer)Lester Wilson and the Solid Gold DancersCarol Kane as the Ghost of Christmas PresentBill Murray's last speech in the filmScrooged music by Danny ElfmanFollow us on the socials!Join our Patreon page “Book Vs. Movie podcast”You can find us on Facebook at Book Vs. Movie Podcast GroupInstagram: Book Versus Movie @bookversusmoviebookversusmoviepodcast@gmail.com Margo D's Blog: Brooklynfitchick.comMargo D's Instagram “Brooklyn Fit Chick”Margo D's TikTok Margo D's YouTube: @MargoDonohueMargo P's Instagram: @shesnachomama Margo P's Blog : coloniabook.comMargo P's YouTube Channel: @shesnachomamaOur logo was designed by Madeleine Gainey/Studio 39 Marketing Follow on Instagram @Studio39Marketing & @musicalmadeleine 

Book Vs. Movie: ScroogedThe Charles Dickens Classic Vs. the 1988 FilmAfter ten years of producing special holiday episodes in December, the Margos discovered that there are numerous versions of Charles Dickens's *A Christmas Carol*. Everyone from the Fonz to Susan Lucci to Sir Patrick Stewart has portrayed Ebenezer Scrooge in some adaptation. So, why not select one version each season to explore and celebrate? This week, we're focusing on the 1988 film *Scrooged*, featuring Bill Murray and Robert Donner. This version is a complex classic, notable for its high levels of cynicism but it still makes us laugh! Which version did the Margos prefer? Listen to find out!In this ep, the Margos discuss:How Charles Dickens “Saved” Christmas The backstory of the movieThe Movie Cast: Bill Murray (Frank Cross,) Karen Allen (Claire,) John Forsythe (Lew,) John Glover (Brice Cummings,) Bobcat Goldthwait, David Johansen (Ghost of Christmas Past,) Carol Kane (Ghost of Christmas Present,) Robert Mitchum (Preston Rhinelander,) Nicholas Phillips  (Calvin,) Alfre Woodard (Grace,) and Mabel King as Grandma. Margo's upcoming book on Saturday Night Fever (pre-order!) Clips used:Frank meets his first ghostScrooged (1988 trailer)Lester Wilson and the Solid Gold DancersCarol Kane as the Ghost of Christmas PresentBill Murray's last speech in the filmScrooged music by Danny ElfmanFollow us on the socials!Join our Patreon page “Book Vs. Movie podcast”You can find us on Facebook at Book Vs. Movie Podcast GroupInstagram: Book Versus Movie @bookversusmoviebookversusmoviepodcast@gmail.com Margo D's Blog: Brooklynfitchick.comMargo D's Instagram “Brooklyn Fit Chick”Margo D's TikTok Margo D's YouTube: @MargoDonohueMargo P's Instagram: @shesnachomama Margo P's Blog : coloniabook.comMargo P's YouTube Channel: @shesnachomamaOur logo was designed by Madeleine Gainey/Studio 39 Marketing Follow on Instagram @Studio39Marketing & @musicalmadeleine 

Send us a textIn this festive episode of Love on the Pod, we dive into six made-for-TV movies inspired by the timeless story of A Christmas Carol. From heartwarming interpretations to creative twists, we cover a variety of holiday favorites. Here's a sneak peek at the films we're discussing and where you can watch them:A Carol Christmas (2003)Starring Tori Spelling as a talk-show host Scrooge, this modern take on the classic story is filled with holiday cheer and self-discovery.Watch on YoutubeEbenezer (1998)Jack Palance stars as a Western-inspired Scrooge in this gritty reimagining of the story set in the Old West.Watch on YoutubeA Nashville Christmas Carol (2020)This Hallmark favorite mixes music and holiday magic as a producer is visited by country star "ghosts."Watch on Hallmark+A Christmas Carol: The Musical (2004)Kelsey Grammer shines in this lively musical adaptation, featuring classic songs and a Broadway-style flair.Watch on TubiEbbie (1995)Susan Lucci brings a unique spin as a Scrooge-like department store executive learning the true spirit of Christmas.Watch on YoutubeGhosts of Christmas Always (2022)This recent Hallmark hit offers a romantic and supernatural twist to the Christmas Carol framework.Watch on Hallmark+Tune in as we unpack the unique storytelling of each adaptation, their festive charm, and why these movies bring the magic of Dickens' tale to life. Which of these have you seen? Share your favorites with us on social media using #LoveOnThePod! Thank you for listening to this episode of Love on the Pod! Subscribe, Rate, and Review: Don't miss an episode—subscribe to Love on the Pod on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your favorite podcast platform. If you enjoyed the episode, please rate and review us! Shop Our Merch: https://www.loveonthepod.com/category/all-productsConnect with Us: Email: loveonthepod@gmail.com Instagram: @LoveOnThePod Visit Our Website: For show notes, episodes and more, visit https://www.loveonthepod.com. Stay tuned for our next episode, where we'll discuss another holiday favorite. See you next time!

This month we got a constant cravin' for Wes Craven! We start with Susan Lucci's Invitation to Hell. Then we chat about what the algorithm made us watch.  Support us on Patreon! Patrons have access to the NOTLP Discord Server, weekly virtual meetups with the hosts, ad free episodes and tons of other great content. This podcast is brought to you by the Legion of Demons at patreon.com/notlp. Our Beelzebub tier producers are: Ernest Perez Jeremy, Cassie & Gamora Burmeister Jeff L Iona Goodwin Branan & Emily Intravia-Whitehead Bill Chandler Blayne Turner Monica Martinson Bill Fahrner Brian Krause Dave Siebert Joe Juvland Matt Funke Paul Gauthier “Monster Movies (with My Friends)” was written and performed by Kelley Kombrinck. It was recorded and mixed by Freddy Morris. Night of the Living Podcast Social Media:      facebook.com/notlp instagram.com/nightofthelivingpodcast youtube.com/notlpcrew https://www.tiktok.com/@nightofthelivingpodcast

Comedian turned teacher Tarik Daniels talks growing up Gen X and gay, soap operas, sitcom crushes, and his love for Susan Lucci.

The sold out Chaz and AJ Monster's Ball has two cash prizes for best group costume, and best individual costume. Lindsey was on the phone, a finalist of at least seven costume contests, but never winning the top prize. (0:00)   Bridgeport's Fire Chief Lance Edwards was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to walk them through a daring rescue yesterday, where a worker became trapped when a basement wall collapsed. (17:33)  Jimy Official was in studio to talk about the haunted places he's visited in Connecticut, and was looking for suggestions on where he should go next. Chaz and AJ asked the Tribe for help, and Jimy may have gotten more than he bargained for with Bedelia's call. (23:48) The sound of a 1,000 pound pumpkin being dropped onto a car is loud enough, but a young spectator that screamed the whole time cut through everything. (34:12)  In Dumb Ass News, a man claims he can channel an alien and allow it to speak to people. Chaz and AJ remember a guest they've spoke with that used to do the same thing, Nancy Lieder. (41:38) 

It's been a whole 4 yrs and some change now since we've had Brandie Blaze join us on the pod so needless to say it's been long overdue! A lot can happen in that time and we see she's been working on multiple things like dropping music, selling out shows, and starting new business ventures. This sit down comes shortly after we rated her latest project “Susan Lucci” and how we had a few mixed reviews about it— so now it's time to talk about it!Join #CharlieMaSheen #KASH & #Bellez as we host the powerhouse femcee in a conversation about her latest body of work, her involvement in a recent play “Hoops”, her new strain of bud called “Blaze Berry”, how certain people in Boston be havin FREAK-OFFs

Justin Bieber's billionaire concert comeback. His jaw-dropping payday after performing for the richest man in Asia. Then, the first pregnancy photos of Margot Robbie. Plus, a first look at Brad Pitt's new movie, “F1” while packing on the PDA with girlfriend, Ines. And, Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez spotted 3,000 miles apart as J. Lo posts a break-up anthem. Is a divorce imminent? Then, Danny Trejo in a street fight. The actor explains how water balloons led to a violent brawl. Plus, our Nick Cannon exclusive. Only we're inside his son Legendary's birthday bash. Then, a “Bridget Jones” sequel sneak peek. Hugh Grant back on set, back from the dead, and locking lips with Renee Zellweger. Plus, Jimmy Kimmel after his son Billy's 3rd open heart surgery. And, he takes ET behind-the-scenes of “Who Wants to be a Millionaire” revealing celeb guests including Matt Damon? Then, ET kicks off a week with TV greats. Susan Lucci on the health crisis that nearly took her life. And, what she's revealing about a soap opera return.See 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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It's the second half of May, 1999 - the 16th through the 31st - and the most anticipated event of the year finally arrives as Star Wars: Episode 1 - The Phantom Menace finally opens on May 19th, taking in $68 million on its opening weekend. This week: We'll explain why $68 million is a lot more than it sounds like! Moby! LEN! The Backstreet Boys! The end of Home Improvement! Slobodan Milosevic faces justice! Susan Lucci! And more! This week, John is joined by special guest, the host of Pop Culture Reflections! Connect with Justin on Twitter @PopCultRefPod

Cheryl is joined once again by People's Senior Editor and NY Times best selling author, Dave Quinn. This weeks headlines hit all of entertainments hot topics this week with some of the biggest DWTS talent weighing in on it or being in the center of it. From Jeannie Main showing support for Cassie amidst the Diddy scandal, to Ariana's reactions during the Vanderpump Rules reunion part 3, to why Cheryl thinks there is a  possibility of Kim Herjavec returning to the ballroom. These stories and more with Jenna Johnson, Susan Lucci, and Aj McLean on today's headlines. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My guest this week is Jesse Murray, who got hooked on soap operas as a kid when he watched them with his mom … and then as an adult, found himself working in writer's rooms at ABC, helping to make soap operas for a new generation. As a young viewer, Jesse's enthusiasm for the soaps was bolstered when he saw gay teenage characters on daytime TV. It's a measure of inclusivity that's steadily improved in the years since — thanks to folks behind the scenes who appreciated its importance.We'll have that conversation in a minute. And by the way, speaking of gay teens on television: If you like this podcast, you might enjoy my new podcast about the 90s TV series My So-Called Life, which featured a groundbreaking gay teenager named Rickie, played by Wilson Cruz. The podcast is called Matt's So-Cast Pod, it features a bunch of fabulous guests, and it launches March 25, 2024. You can subscribe now wherever you listen to podcasts, and at SoCastPod.com.And you may also like my YouTube videos about movies and TV shows. I just premiered a new video about the 1961 movie Victim, which helped overturn England's 400-year-old ban on homosexuality. Also check out my weekly livestreams on Twitch, my book Hi Honey, I'm Homo!, my email newsletter. You can get all that and more at MattBaume.com.And by the way, here are some fun soap clips that Jesse sent along:Susan Lucci being amazing as Erica: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_-YlCHBbE_8Susan Lucci being even more amazing: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RT98I87FsawAnother fun Erica scene, ending on a hilarious delivery of “I'm not even that rich!” https://youtu.be/RT98I87Fsaw?si=Sg_B6i-91L7W-aOU&t=444Erica compares herself to Yoko Ono: https://youtu.be/NH9xsXKbpuA?si=oiXnjNdZZlEmCFHe&t=323

Catching up with Olivia Caridi Bachelor season 20. Thoughts on Joey's season and the dreaded two on one date. Golden Bachelorette, Susan Lucci or Martha Stewart? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When it comes to grief, it's possible to live happily…even after. Rebecca Johnson knows her fair share of loss. Just weeks after the sudden death of her husband, she found out she had a rare and inoperable eye cancer. On this episode of the HIListically Speaking Podcast, Rebecca shares how an unexpected twist of humor and courage was the calling she needed to press “record” and heal. By sharing the message to “Widow Your Way”, she found resiliency and community with a mission to take back control and find joy in the everyday, no matter the loss.⁣   Connect with Rebecca and tune into her podcast Love is Not Dead…Just My Husband⁣ on any podcast platform.  https://www.instagram.com/loveisnotdead_justmyhusband/⁣ https://www.facebook.com/loveisnotdeadjustmyhusband⁣ ⁣ If you're struggling to find your way through a loss in your life, let's see if Havening is right for you on your healing journey. Book a complimentary clarity call and let's HUG it Out and heal. https://hilaryrusso.as.me/hugitout⁣ If this episode has touched, moved and inspired you, pay it forward and consider leaving a rating and review wherever you're tuning in. ⁣ ⁣ Connect with Hilary:⁣ https://www.instagram.com/hilaryrusso⁣ ⁣https://www.youtube.com/hilaryrusso⁣ https://www.facebook.com/hilisticallyspeaking⁣ https://twitter.com/HilaryRusso⁣ https://www.tiktok.com/@hilisticallyspeaking⁣ https://www.hilaryrusso.com/podcast⁣ ⁣ ⁣Music by Lipbone Redding https://lipbone.com/⁣ ⁣ ⁣ --------- EPISODE CHAPTERS WITH SHORT KEY POINTS ------ ⁣ 00:00 Navigating Widowhood and Overcoming Loss⁣ 00:30 Transforming Traumas Into Triumphs⁣ 05:06 The Power of Podcasting⁣ 08:21 Gratitude, Loss, and Legacy⁣ 12:21 Embracing Widowhood and Overcoming Challenges⁣ 29:43 Empowering Widows Through Personalized Grieving⁣ 33:44 Self Care and Dating Adventures⁣ 42:45 Word Association Game in Podcast⁣ 46:29 Connect With Rebecca Johnson's Podcast⁣ ⁣ --------- EPISODE TRANSCRIPT ---------⁣ ⁣ 00:00 - Rebecca Johnson (Guest)⁣ For me, it turned out that my widowhood journey was nothing about my husband. It's not. Being a widow has absolutely nothing to do with your dead husband. It's all about you. You are the widow. It's called widowhood for a reason. It's your journey, it's about you. ⁣ ⁣ 00:25 - Hilary Russo (Host)⁣ Well, one of my favorite sayings is you choose to choose. I know you've heard me say that before if you've been tuning into HIListically  Speaking for some time, and it's really a reminder that we truly can change our thoughts and then change our lives in that very moment. Right, and it doesn't mean that we should not feel our feelings or our emotions, it doesn't mean we should ignore the upsets or the traumas that have happened in our lives. But by choosing to choose, we have this ability to really take our lives back and I know I've been on that place a few times myself to turn those traumas into the triumphs, one day at a time. Rebecca Johnson, you reminded me of that Now. For those of you who don't know Rebecca, you will after this. ⁣ ⁣ 01:14⁣ She is the host of the podcast Love is Not Dead. Just my husband and I met you during she Podcast Live and also PodFest, and while I was the one presenting on the stage and sharing and hopefully people were learning something from what I had to share. I learned so much from you, just having a little time with you during those four days down in Florida, and I just am so elated to have you here to share your story, to share parts of who you are, to share your podcast and just really be in the room with you right now. ⁣ ⁣ 01:46 - Rebecca Johnson (Guest)⁣ So thank you so much for being here, sweet Rebecca oh my God, that is so flattering and I mean thank you for having me. I was so ecstatic whenever you said you wanted me on your podcast because your energy when I met you after the award and you came up and talked to me I've honestly only met one other stranger in that same type of scenario where their energy just drew me to you. ⁣ ⁣ 02:22 - Hilary Russo (Host)⁣ So yeah, I'm elated and touched by that and I think you know for me, thank you for that, for me, putting out that beacon, we tend to align with those who will mirror back at us. Right, it's being in the room, it's creating that vibe and, you know, it's like the saying like survive a tractor tribe, right, and we are in that room with a tribe of people, with a group of women who are podcasters, who are making a difference in this world. Plus, can I just add, before we go any further and into your story, this gal won, like the People's Choice Award during that she Podcast Live. You won the Sonic Bloom Award, which was like the award of awards that everybody thought, your podcast, which you've only had for a year. Again, love is not dead, just my husband. We're going to talk about that. ⁣ ⁣ 03:13⁣ So, congratulations, thank you, love that and you know, for those of you who do not know Rebecca yet, like I said, you will, but she is a widow. She has survived multiple losses in a very short period of time. You've also dealt with a rare cancer that you're still you're still are working through. You've made it your mission to say that you're going to widow your way. Love that and how to move forward in life and loss without going down that rabbit hole. That is so easy to do because the brain will instantly go to that place right, it hates uncertainty. It's going to protect itself, go to the safe place and you're like kind of pulling people back. Pulling people back just from your own story. So such a beautiful lesson that we learn from our own upsets in our lives and I just love where you're going with this. ⁣ ⁣ 04:05 - Rebecca Johnson (Guest)⁣ Thank you so much. It's been. Podcasting has been a big part of my healing journey and it helped me heal a lot of things that I thought I had already addressed, you know, before, and it brought up a lot of things that, in grief, that I realized that I hadn't worked through, and podcasting has been a big part of that. ⁣ ⁣ 04:35 - Hilary Russo (Host)⁣ So, before we pressed record, I was telling you about my journey, about how I got into podcasting. You know, being in the broadcasting world for 30 years and then moving into this field of mental health, it was the one area I hadn't tapped into was the podcasting world. So people are always interested in how you find podcasting. So, for you, what, what was your story and what made you say I'm going to press record, I'm going to be open and vulnerable and courageous and share my journey. ⁣ ⁣ 05:06 - Rebecca Johnson (Guest)⁣ So a friend of mine that I met in the same way that I met you, which just brings this full circle. So I'm really enjoying this moment. I met her on a trip in Mexico and Tulum and just her energy, her presence, everything about her I was just. I wanted to be in her space the entire time Like I felt safe, and she. We became friends. She invited me to speak at a women's wellness event that she had. ⁣ ⁣ 05:47⁣ And I have done public speaking, but not on a stage like that and just usually for work stuff, because that's the things that I know, and when you know something very well, you feel comfortable talking about it. So I've only done public speaking for work events and so I did that. I think I did horribly, but everyone seemed to like it. And then we were talking afterwards and she was like I really think you should tell your story. You can help so many people. What can I do to get you on this speaking journey? And I was very nervous about that. So, instead of going through public speaking and being on stage and people actually seeing me, we talked through it and I can do the same thing, but hidden Like behind the mic. I don't necessarily have to show my face, and I don't have to show my vulnerability, and I don't have to show that I'm scared and I'm upset or sad. I can just be hidden and stay behind the mic. So that's how podcasting came about. ⁣ ⁣ 07:07 - Hilary Russo (Host)⁣ But, interestingly enough, even though we're behind the mic and we might be expressing and opening our heart and soul, there is still a sense of vulnerability, because your voice is very powerful too. People get to know you, they resonate with the voice, they resonate with the person behind the microphone as well, and it's kind of like being a fly on the wall many times in this work that we do as podcasters. So for you and I briefly mentioned your cancer survivor your survivor of grief multiple times, like you had mentioned in part of your story is that you lost your husband a number of years ago and then six months later you found out you had cancer, and then you recently just told me that you also lost your brother. So can we talk about that journey a little bit? ⁣ ⁣ 08:01 - Rebecca Johnson (Guest)⁣ Yeah, absolutely. It was my husband. I lost him first and it was May 2018. It was very unexpected. He had no health issues, except for some sleep apnea, but he passed away peacefully in a sleep. ⁣ ⁣ 08:21⁣ So sometimes I get a little nervous about telling the story, talking about the death and talking about my husband, because so many other widowers and podcasters out there sharing their stories and telling their stories. They have really traumatic losses and even though and I used to downplay that a lot I used to say you know, I'm so grateful that my husband didn't commit suicide, I'm so grateful that my husband wasn't in a traumatic accident, but what I found that I was doing is I was using gratitude in the wrong way and I was not taken in consideration my own grief, and I was downplaying my grief to others, and which ultimately had me into the realization after a while. You know, losses, loss it doesn't matter and I don't judge anyone for the losses that they grieve, whether it's a pet or a spouse, or a parent, or a job or, you know, just a boyfriend. We're all grieving and that is all the same. And similar. ⁣ ⁣ 09:57 - Hilary Russo (Host)⁣ Elaborate on that, because gratitude to hear that you're using gratitude the wrong way. What do you mean by that? ⁣ ⁣ 10:05 - Rebecca Johnson (Guest)⁣ I downplay what's happening in my life because I feel like it's not as important as what's happening in someone else's life. And then, when I first learned about gratitude which I know some people might find that strange, like what do you mean you first learned about gratitude? When I first learned about gratitude, I didn't know that you should wake up and be grateful for something. I didn't know that there was this thing. Tell me three things that you're grateful for today. And when I did and I learned that the first time that a friend of mine asked me to do that, I didn't know what to say and I literally asked her can you explain gratitude to me? And she didn't make me feel stupid about it. She was very gracious. She explained gratitude and she said you know you don't have to be grateful for all these great big, amazing things. She said you can just be grateful that you're here and we're having this cup of coffee, and so that's how it started out for me. ⁣ ⁣ 11:17⁣ I would just say I'm so grateful for this coffee today, or I'm so grateful that the weather is beautiful outside. So I started out with little things of gratitude and then I worked my way up to bigger things. I was using it, in a way, to excuse myself and downplay my feelings and what's going on with me, to uplift someone else or make them feel like they are more important. What they're going through is worse than what I'm going through, when in actuality it's not. And it really made me realize that, yes, we can be grateful for things during bad times, but we don't have to act like, we don't have to use gratitude in a way that makes our bad things irrelevant. I hope I explained that right. ⁣ ⁣ 12:21 - Hilary Russo (Host)⁣ I love that you're touching on this, yeah, and this is such a big part of my hug it out method that I was sharing with you before and also when you, you and I met at the conference and that you know. Hug it out is about taking time to embrace yourself and a big part of that is the G and the hug it out, which is the gratitude, it's the self, it's the humor, it's the understanding and the gratitude that is really involved in the healing. And that gratitude is what are you appreciative for about yourself that you're putting out in this world? And you're right A lot of times we look at gratitude as, like this grand big thing, like you have to be grateful for the big things in life, but it's getting up in those first moments before you put your feet on the floor. In fact, there's a Harvard research review study, rebecca, and to those listening that says if you start your day with two minutes of gratitude before you pick up your phone, before you do anything, two minutes of gratitude, and it could be the small things, like I'm just happy I'm waking up in the morning, I'm glad I have a roof over my head, those small things, or the music or your cat next to you, whatever it is you have a 27% more likelihood of having a good day six to eight hours later compared to if you get up and just go grab your phone, read the paper, turn the news on for three minutes. I mean that's 27% that you're putting on the table, right. So just taking those few moments, like you're doing, and take those gratitude moments and I highly encourage those of you who are tuning in right now listening to this beautiful conversation with Rebecca Johnson who, like I mentioned, she has this wonderful podcast called Love Is Not Dead, just my Husband. We'll talk about that and so much more that's still to come in our conversation Take two minutes, just try this as a challenge, make it part of your hug it out challenge. ⁣ ⁣ 14:14⁣ Start two minutes in the morning, just with the small things, and see how you feel later in the day, and it could be small. In fact, it should be small, because lessening your own gratitude because somebody else is going through something that you think is greater. It's not a comparison game, right? We all have the ability to touch, move, inspired and be touched, moved and inspired. So if it doesn't begin with in, how in the world can you show up for others, right? Yes, so that was a big lesson for you. Yes, it was, yeah. And from facing that loss and making that change and losing your husband, it wasn't that long after that that you found out that you were facing your own personal loss. ⁣ ⁣ 15:02 - Rebecca Johnson (Guest)⁣ Yeah. So six weeks after he had passed away, I had found out that I was having trouble with my vision and went to the eye doctor. He thought my retina was detaching, went to a specialist and he said I think there's something more. And he sent me to an ocular oncologist at Duke Eye Center. This all happened in 2018. And that's when I found out I was diagnosed with a rare eye cancer ocular melanoma. ⁣ ⁣ 15:34 - Hilary Russo (Host)⁣ You do have a terminal diagnosis. ⁣ ⁣ 15:37 - Rebecca Johnson (Guest)⁣ Yes, so my cancer is incurable and, based on the statistics of the drug, the immunotherapy that I'm taking statistically the survival rate is two to three years. But, however, there are some people that are on this drug, that were on it throughout the trial and they're now at four years. So that does. That gives me some hope. ⁣ ⁣ 16:05 - Hilary Russo (Host)⁣ What is your biggest concern? ⁣ ⁣ 16:07 - Rebecca Johnson (Guest)⁣ My biggest concern is my son and how he is going to be able to handle the grief, because I have only had a few losses and they have absolutely been significant to me, but my son has had in such a short period of time. I mean we lost. My best friend's son was murdered, so that was his godbrother, I mean his very first friend, his best friend growing up his entire life, then my husband, which is his stepfather, who did raise him. Then after that he had a friend from school, I believe it was. He died in a car accident, then his grandfather died, then his grandmother died, then my brother, his uncle died, and then his great grandmother died. ⁣ ⁣ 17:22⁣ And now he has to think about my death as well and that's a lot of loss. And I've never seen him cry. I mean I saw him cry at my husband's funeral and I just I wonder how. I worry about how he's processing his grief, because sometimes when I talk to him about it, he does open up and he wants to talk about it, but then sometimes he will just look at me and say I don't want to talk about that. So I hope that in some way this podcast will be a way for him to come back and listen to me and my advice and just kind of learn from it that grief is going to be hard and it's going to be sad, but there's so much to still be grateful for in life and I don't want him to think that when my life is over, that just life is over in general and I want him to live and not just be alive Like. I want him to actually live and have everything he's ever wanted. ⁣ ⁣ 18:53 - Hilary Russo (Host)⁣ Well, I imagine having a mom like you. He's learning what it means to get back up. You know, I hope so, I think so, and I imagine there are a lot of other people that are tuning in and probably are getting that message that you might never meet. So thanks for that. Thanks for sharing that part of yourself vulnerably and with unbelievable courage and a legacy. Is something that we hope we can all share and leave behind, whether it's tomorrow or 20 years from now, or 30 years from now. You know it's just leaving our mark in a positive way, in any way that we know we're touch, moving and inspiring people. So thanks for pressing record. ⁣ ⁣ 19:47 - Rebecca Johnson (Guest)⁣ Thank you for listening. Thank everyone for listening, because it wouldn't be a podcast without listeners. ⁣ ⁣ 19:55 - Hilary Russo (Host)⁣ Yeah, that's true. And even with that, with that loss as well, you not only found out you had cancer, you also wound up with more loss, and that was even losing the eye itself. ⁣ ⁣ 20:10 - Rebecca Johnson (Guest)⁣ Yes, and back to downplaying the same thing with my eye, and I never thought about it at the time. Losing my eye was a really big deal and the cancer and the eye and everything that was going on with me was really overshadowing my grief for my husband. So that was just kind of delayed. So now I'm in survival mode and I just have to try to take care of myself. But the loss of my eye was I don't, I never thought about it in a way that losing a body part, but you grieve that too. You know I had some phantom visions sometimes, you know. ⁣ ⁣ 21:06⁣ And then also, just it was a while before I got my prosthetic and to have no eye and to wear an eye patch, or my eye doctor made me some glasses with a blackout lens which made it nicer, but it was still almost very. ⁣ ⁣ 21:28⁣ It was a lot more eye catching to someone than just an eye patch, right? So I didn't leave the house a lot. I didn't like the way that I looked. I also had a small basal cell carcinoma on the forehead that the surgeon had found and it was really a small little bump that just wasn't healing on my forehead and he took that out as well and he said it ended up being a lot larger than he thought and left me with a large scar the scar. And so for a long time I just I didn't like the way that I looked and it took me years to embrace my prosthetic eye and that it was a tough time. A lot of grief there and still, sometimes now even I have difficulty with again not wanting to speak and be more behind the mic instead of on stage and people seeing me on camera. I still get nervous sometimes that people are looking at my eye. ⁣ ⁣ 22:43 - Hilary Russo (Host)⁣ And what's so amazing is that you at some point took the shift. I mean, and look like those inner parts of ourselves are still there. The things we've been through are there and we should never be ignoring them. But you've turned the corner on things and even wrote it to me. You said I just I'm not falling down the rabbit hole. So where was the turning point for you that you said I'm not going this route, even though some days are more challenging than others. Like you, just mentioned. ⁣ ⁣ 23:15⁣ And I have these moments where the ego steps in or the doubt steps in. Hi, welcome to being a human right. But for you, when was it like? You know what? Screw this. I'm turning this around. I want to be there for myself. I want to be there for my family. I want to be there for my family, a potential listeners who, now that you've been in this podcasting world for over a year and doing things the widows way, as you call it, like, how did all this come about? ⁣ ⁣ 23:45 - Rebecca Johnson (Guest)⁣ Well it was. It was quite the roller coaster, I'll tell you. The breaking point was a summer trip in Sedona. I have a friend. I go with her and her family to Sedona every year and Sedona is absolutely gorgeous. And any the vortex and the vortex, any any picture you see of Sedona, that is exactly what it looks like. That it's. It's not made up. You can take the ugliest picture of Sedona in the Red Rocks and it's still the most beautiful place. ⁣ ⁣ 24:24⁣ So here I am. I get the opportunity to go every summer with this family and experience a place that most people only dream of going. And I Wasn't having that experience. We were. We were leaving the airport restaurant one day and when you come on the back end of the Red Rocks, they're these beautiful, like they're lighter colors. They're not the deep reds, they're, they're much lighter reds and pinks and oranges and whites and they all blend together. And we were coming around and she goes isn't this the most beautiful thing you've ever seen? And I looked at her and I said I don't know what's beautiful anymore and I just busted out crying and I spent the next few days just crying, like I needed that cry. ⁣ ⁣ 25:31⁣ I didn't even cry that. I didn't cry that much when my husband died. I didn't cry that much when I was diagnosed with my cancer. I feel like I had bottled everything up for so long and it was finally coming out and I felt like I was living a lie, like every smile was forced, every laugh was fake, what people saw on the outside was not how I felt. And when I left Sedona I knew that something had to change. So I had to get some discipline. I had to force myself and I love Mel Robbins. Shout out to Mel Robbins Five, four, three, two, one. ⁣ ⁣ 26:19⁣ And you know I take her advice, advice like as a widow and a lot of people like she is very you got to make yourself, do it. No one's coming to save you. Get off your ass and just do it. And I took that advice not just as a person but as a widow and I'm like you know what, rebecca? No one's coming to save you. No one's coming to save you. You're. You're here, you're grieving and you're sad and you're depressed and you're lonely and you're living this widow saga. No one's coming to save you. No one cares that you're a widow anymore. You're the only one that cares. You're the only one hanging on to this and I just use that and I started doing things more for myself. I went back to school. I started getting out more. I said I'm going to start dating. ⁣ ⁣ 27:29⁣ I did that horribly, but but that was what you did it, girl, I did it, but you did it, but that was, that was the breaking point and I really started to embrace living, I started to travel, I started to do more things and then my brother died and then I felt like it was just all coming, like I felt myself being pulled back into that world of grief and then I then I knew I had to, I had to dig myself back out of it. It's like if you did it before, you can do it again. ⁣ ⁣ 28:17 - Hilary Russo (Host)⁣ That's really it, right there. Like we sometimes see the the traumas that we go through, as being the only trauma and sometimes we'll connect it to something from the past, that encoding Right and we realize that we've been through this Like my mom. Do you remember the Weebel wobbles? Weebel's wobbles? They don't fall down. Yes, yes, so I have, like I have a bunch of them on my, my desk, because it's a reminder that we fall but we get back up. Right, we wobble but we get back up. ⁣ ⁣ 28:48⁣ We weebel, what we don't fall down and that's what life's about is the resiliency Right, and you but. But it takes us a moment to step back and get out of our own shit, to realize it Like we have to feel, we have to emote, we have to go through those, those moments, like I mentioned earlier. But it is really taking that deep breath and realizing how long do I want to stay in this flip in place, right Before I make this, before I realize I can get back up and I can heal while I'm getting up, right, yeah, so, with all that happening and now many losses, just physically, two people, but then your own losses and your own life and your health. ⁣ ⁣ 29:33⁣ What is your mission now with? Love is not dead, just my husband, the widow's way. Where are you looking to go with this? ⁣ ⁣ 29:43 - Rebecca Johnson (Guest)⁣ You know, it wasn't until after the cancer had metastasized that I really thought about that. I mean, I was just having fun with the podcast, right, and you know the whole widow your way thing. With that, I feel like just the statement itself is more empowering for a widow than just there's no right or wrong way to grieve, right. I feel like widows need something that's specific their own. You know, just like Nike, just do it. You know widows widow your way. Like how I saw you were in the shirt, yeah. ⁣ ⁣ 30:25 - Hilary Russo (Host)⁣ I saw you were in the shirt and I was. I was pulled into it because it just it didn't have to be a slogan of a podcast, didn't have to be anything. It's just like I'm not even. I'm not in that position and I felt a pull to it. Maybe it's just being a woman and understanding losses in different ways, but I'm like we do widow other things, other than people. Yes, right, and so I pulled. I was pulled into that statement like ah, yeah, okay, and I wasn't even sure what it meant to me in that moment, but I connected to it, rebecca. So it's powerful, I have. ⁣ ⁣ 31:03 - Rebecca Johnson (Guest)⁣ It's powerful, I hope so, um, you know, for me, I have never read a grief book. Well, actually, I've read one grief book, finding Meaning, by David Kessler, Other than that, and I just read that last year. But for me, I never read it. But for me, I never did a grief workshop, I never did a widow group, I didn't reach out to any other widows. I, I, I did it my way and it turned out okay. It really did turn out okay, and so that has been the focus of my podcast Widow your Way, um, trying to break through stereotypes and what people really think of widows. And for me it turned out that my widowhood journey was nothing about my husband. It's not. Being a widow has absolutely nothing to do with your dead husband. It's all about you. You are the widow. It's called widowhood for a reason. It's your journey, it's about you. ⁣ ⁣ 32:22 - Hilary Russo (Host)⁣ Yeah, yeah. So I want to just reiterate to folks if you're not tuning into Love is Not Dead, just my Husband with Rebecca Johnson, or just connect with her, we're going to put all your information, rebecca, in the list of notes. I want people to be able to tune in and really to find their own connection to you, because I think you're just an incredible human being and you know, when I was, when I gave you the podcast notes to fill out, you're like I don't have a freebie. I'm like, oh girl, yes, you do. Your podcast is the freebie and it doesn't always have to be the lead magnet or the download. And I know we get into this world of marketing in this, but really aren't we just people just having conversations too? And I think you're so authentic with that and I love that about you and I'm so glad we're able to have this conversation. So if this conversation touch, moves and inspires you tuning in right now, listening to HIListically Speaking speaking episode with Rebecca Johnson, you know, let us know. Share it in the ratings and reviews. ⁣ ⁣ 33:25⁣ Wherever you are tuning into this podcast, whether you're watching on YouTube or you're listening on any of the platforms we're on, which is basically them all Let us know, like let Rebecca know, and give her a shout out. Go check her out, you know. Subscribe to her podcast as well. Let's amplify the voices, let's be there for each other. That's really what this is. This, really what this podcast is about is holding space for those and, like I say a million times and my listeners know, my audience knows, every person I have on this podcast is like a masterclass. I'm learning from you just as much as you might be walking away and learning something from me, so thank you for that. ⁣ ⁣ 34:00 - Rebecca Johnson (Guest)⁣ Oh, absolutely. ⁣ ⁣ 34:02 - Hilary Russo (Host)⁣ So appreciative of you. Where I want to go next, let's? I want to have a little fun because you know, like I said, part of the healing involves humor and we were having some conversations before pressing record where we were talking about the dating getting out there in the world, the things we really need to do also for ourselves, the self love. And February yes, it's known as Love Month usually focuses around Valentine's Day, but I really want to just nail it in that it's really about the self love and you connect with that as well the things you're doing for yourself, the things that you are doing to pick yourself back up when the weeble wobbles. And what does self care mean to Rebecca? Like, how are you holding space for yourself, rebecca? ⁣ ⁣ 34:51 - Rebecca Johnson (Guest)⁣ You know, honestly, right now I'm not holding any kind of space for myself other than with this cancer, other than when I feel hungry, I'm eating whatever I want, and I know a lot of people are very concerned about my health and what I'm putting into my body right now. But for me, right now, that is my self love. When I find myself hungry, I'm eating what I want and I'm in joy in it and I'm sleeping. When I'm tired, I. If I'm at work and I feel that I'm doing too much, before I used to push through and I wouldn't take a break, and so now I'm not doing that anymore. If I'm tired, I take a nap. If I want to feel like I need some kind of recharge, I'll walk outside and stand in the sun for five minutes. So those I mean wow, I said that I wasn't doing any self care, and the more that I think about it. Yeah, I am doing a little self care, but it's nothing great. Yeah, so I you know. But that goes back to almost to the gratitude. ⁣ ⁣ 36:05 - Hilary Russo (Host)⁣ Like you think I'm not really in a state of gratitude, and then you realize the smallest things, like I just had a delicious sandwich and it was amazing, right, and I'm so grateful that I had it. Like we tend to put so much pressure on things being big and grander to be able to have purpose and meaning our lives, and it's really the small things that make the difference, right. So I ask you if you do things for self care? At first you said nothing and you just listed a bunch of things I did. I love it, yeah. What is your favorite thing that you that you like to? Uh, nashon. ⁣ ⁣ 36:39 - Rebecca Johnson (Guest)⁣ Um what was your. ⁣ ⁣ 36:41 - Hilary Russo (Host)⁣ What's the food that you think that is not good to have, so good to have. ⁣ ⁣ 36:44 - Rebecca Johnson (Guest)⁣ So right now nothing tastes good, like everything sounds like it might taste good, and then I eat it and it's like uh no, now it just tastes gross, I don't want it. Um, right now my thing is potatoes Anything with potatoes, yeah. Yeah, nothing exciting, but just I'm eating potatoes. All right, it's a comfort food. ⁣ ⁣ 37:15 - Hilary Russo (Host)⁣ Yeah Right, and I think we get into this habit and I'm an integrative nutrition, holistic health coach and I've studied like 135, 40 dietary theories that are out there and I think it just comes down to like things in moderation. Like if we deny ourselves things that bring us joy, then we are most likely going to sabotage anyway because we are denying ourselves the things that bring us joy, but it's being witnessed to it. So I would say you can even pair that potato with a gratitude moment. I love this potato. ⁣ ⁣ 37:49 - Rebecca Johnson (Guest)⁣ There you go, something to be great for. ⁣ ⁣ 37:51 - Hilary Russo (Host)⁣ Right, yeah, so as someone who is doing some self care, you're getting out there in the world. You said, dating hasn't been going so well. Are you? Um, are you embracing it again? Are you trying it again? Cause you've shared some stuff where it's been pretty funny about your, your dating adventures. You've you've shared some things about your dating adventures that were kind of humorous. ⁣ ⁣ 38:14 - Rebecca Johnson (Guest)⁣ Yeah. So with Valentine's Day coming up, I was, you know, everyone's talking about Valentine's Day. Some of the other widows are, you know, talking about dating and stuff, and I'm like, do I want to do a Valentine's Day episode? Do I want to take advantage of that? And then, um, so I decided that I would do a Valentine's Day episode. Um, I was debating about it and then this song popped into my head Tina Turner, what's love got to do with it? ⁣ ⁣ 38:51⁣ And there's a very funny story I mean I think it's funny, a very funny story that I'm going to share on my next episode, but a very funny story about me and my husband and why Tina Turner is so relevant. And then I it's going to be a two part episode. So I share two relationship stories a little more in detail than what I have in the past, and the second one is going to be there's a little twist to it. It's not what you think it's going to be. So now you'll have to tune into that one too. But is this is the second one airing a week later? Yes, I mean it's it's coming after Valentine's Day Perfect Cause. ⁣ ⁣ 39:40 - Hilary Russo (Host)⁣ As you know, we're recording this right before Valentine's Day, so you can go back and listen to these episodes. Because that's really where I want to go here is that Valentine's Day is not just one day. Love month is not just February. Every day should be a chance to say I love myself and I have the ability to love others, right? So it doesn't matter when this is dropping. We are dropping this, as you know, in February. However, go back and listen, you know, as a reminder that it doesn't have to be Valentine's Day. ⁣ ⁣ 40:11 - Rebecca Johnson (Guest)⁣ I felt like it was going to be pretty good. And then I saw Miley Cyrus win her Grammy. I didn't watch the Grammys, but I saw an epa clip where she was singing her song Flowers and yeah. And then she's like I want a Grammy, yes. But did you notice her outfit and her hair and her mannerism? She was impersonating Tina Turner. ⁣ ⁣ 40:39 - Hilary Russo (Host)⁣ Oh, you know what? I didn't even catch that. ⁣ ⁣ 40:41 - Rebecca Johnson (Guest)⁣ Which solidifies that my two podcast episodes were supposed to be told. ⁣ ⁣ 40:51 - Hilary Russo (Host)⁣ Wait a minute. Did that? Was that? Did that come out that she was Well, or is that just your interpretation? I didn't read that. I did so you felt that. Watch her the way she was moving. ⁣ ⁣ 41:05 - Rebecca Johnson (Guest)⁣ those are Tina Turner's moves Her dress that she was wearing with the fringe, that's Tina Turner. Her hair, oh my gosh Big. That is Tina Turner. She was Rebecca, I didn't even get that. And what better person to inspire you? And and in that song and on that stage, I mean that is Tina Turner. And then yeah, yeah. ⁣ ⁣ 41:34 - Hilary Russo (Host)⁣ I did not get that until I'm sitting here listening to you and rewinding, because I didn't watch the Grammys either. But I did catch that clip because in my mind I thought that was such an empowering moment for her and so authentic. Like she's singing her song and then she just breaks and goes. I finally want a Grammy. And like I felt that for her, like I felt it was like a Susan Lucci moment where she goes up for the Emmys like 19 times until she won. It was that moment where she's like I've worked so hard writing this music and finally I'm being acknowledged. Like I felt, like it was so authentic. But now add on top of that, this is a girl, a young woman that is paying tribute to somebody who has inspired her and wow, that that levels that moment up. Now I didn't even think that. Thank you for bringing an awareness to that. ⁣ ⁣ 42:24 - Rebecca Johnson (Guest)⁣ Yeah. ⁣ ⁣ 42:25 - Hilary Russo (Host)⁣ Anybody out there listening. If you feel that way, too, would love to know. I think that's pretty incredible, but so it does. It makes it will make your podcast make a lot more sense. And just isn't it funny how the things just align. Yes, in that way. Yes, there's just this unbelievable alignment. Awesome, love that. Okay, my dear. So I just want to reiterate to those who are listening and tuning in, wherever you're tuning in, rebecca Johnson, please give her podcast I know it's not dead, just my husband a listen, tune in. I know there's numerous ways to get in touch with you and you share that. We're going to put that in the podcast notes, but I want to play a little game with you. Ooh, got a moment. ⁣ ⁣ 43:02⁣ Yes, I love a good game, so I do this at the end of every podcast and sometimes I wonder if I should do it at the beginning, because it really kind of breaks people up. It's pretty funny, but I do this like word association game, where I pick words from the conversation we're having and I want you to come back with the first word that comes to mind. It's basically seeing how Rebecca's brain is working. ⁣ ⁣ 43:25 - Rebecca Johnson (Guest)⁣ Wow, what if it's so do? Do I have a default word if I, if I can't come up with a word, Like a safety word. ⁣ ⁣ 43:32 - Hilary Russo (Host)⁣ Oh, yeah, I think I need that's a whole different kind of podcast. That's a safe word. Okay, that's Rebecca a couple of years into dating, and then we can get into that. ⁣ ⁣ 43:46 - Rebecca Johnson (Guest)⁣ Oh my goodness, it's just safe word, yeah. ⁣ ⁣ 43:49 - Hilary Russo (Host)⁣ No, this is just me throwing out a word, or maybe two, depending, okay, and I just want you to come back Like, just don't think too hard about it. This is Rebecca's brain, sharing the word that she associates with the word I throw out at you. Okay, just take a deep breath, maybe do a little havening, because you learned how to do that, and the first word I'm going to throw out is vision Board Word Grief Loss Podcast Me, yeah, girl Widow. ⁣ ⁣ 44:32 - Rebecca Johnson (Guest)⁣ Your way. ⁣ ⁣ 44:34 - Hilary Russo (Host)⁣ Nice Well played on the branding Cancer Live Gratitude. ⁣ ⁣ 44:47 - Rebecca Johnson (Guest)⁣ Always. ⁣ ⁣ 44:50 - Hilary Russo (Host)⁣ Love. ⁣ ⁣ 44:51 - Rebecca Johnson (Guest)⁣ Is not dead. ⁣ ⁣ 44:54 - Hilary Russo (Host)⁣ Yeah, it's not. It never is. Sometimes it goes dormant for a moment, but it's still there, right? Yeah, we just have to rediscover ourselves. Really is what it's all about. That's a good takeaway. I appreciate that I've learned a lot from you and I'm really, really elated to share this space with you. It's really been a good conversation and I hope to have more, because you open my eyes to some things you know. And widowing your way doesn't necessarily mean you've lost a partner or a spouse. There are many levels of grief and loss, right, and being able to see that nobody's going to save you. We really are on this. We're walking each other home, as I like to say, but truly the journey is ours. ⁣ ⁣ 45:46 - Rebecca Johnson (Guest)⁣ Yes. ⁣ ⁣ 45:47 - Hilary Russo (Host)⁣ You know, yeah, so if you were to have some final words with HILlistically Speaking audience, what would it be? ⁣ ⁣ 45:58 - Rebecca Johnson (Guest)⁣ Embrace grief and loss, not grief after loss, and just know that it's possible to live happily even after. ⁣ ⁣ 46:15 - Hilary Russo (Host)⁣ Yeah, happily, even after that's great Thanks for that. Thank you, okay, sunshine, this is going to be the easiest decision you ever have to make. Rebecca Johnson opened up so vulnerably, so beautifully, so courageously during this conversation that I want you to give her some love. Check out her podcast Love is Not Dead Just my Husband. And then take it one step further. Connect with her on social media, find out more about the widow's way and just have a conversation with her. She's so open and so friendly and so loving that I think you're going to really vibe with her. ⁣ ⁣ 46:53⁣ I put all the links to connect with Rebecca and her podcast in the listen notes of this episode. Listen if you enjoyed this. If this episode touched, moved and inspired you in any way, let us know here at HIListically Speaking, you know, drop a rating and a review on any podcast platform, wherever you're tuning in, or even on YouTube, and just let us know how we're doing, because I read everything and I love to hear from you and you will hear from me. And if you are having a struggle in the area of grief, if you are struggling in any area that is really a trauma in your life, don't forget that there is support, there are tools, there are people that are there to help you through, and if you want to learn more about how havening can be part of that, drop me a line. I put a link in the podcast notes how you can connect with me to learn how to hug it out and live with humor and understanding and gratitude in your every day. ⁣ ⁣ 47:46⁣ HIListically Speaking is edited by Two Market Media, with music by Lipone  Redding, and listened to by you. So thank you for that. Every day, and remember, you have the ability to choose to choose to change your thoughts, to change your day and to start every day as a day one, because I believe in you, I love you and I will see you next week. ⁣

Now you know Everyone Needs an Aquarius had to do the comprehensive recap of the 2024 Grammy Awards. They discuss: 01:47 The fallout from the last episode with Nicki Minaj's Barbs 05:25 Nicki Minaj is the Susan Lucci of the Grammys 18:17 Is Dr. Dre a Global Impact Icon? 22:01 The opulent fashions at The Grammy's 24:03 Jay'z comments about the Grammy's constant snubbing of Beyonce for Album of the Year 40:32 Kanye West made Taylor Swift 52:38 Killer Mike sweeps the Rap category at The Grammys and then gets arrested 1:00:52 How Can you not love Victoria Monet's Grammy Wins? 1:14:50 Does Kirk Franklin Actually Sing?   Subscribe to the Everyone Needs an Aquarius Patreon https://bit.ly/3tXnnCz Go cop your candles from Dom at www.saint-angeles.com/candles and use the promo code: Aquarius Email the show at straightolc@gmail.com         Follow SOLC Network online Instagram: https://bit.ly/39VL542                                  Twitter: https://bit.ly/39aL395                                   Facebook: https://bit.ly/3sQn7je                          To Listen to the podcast Podbean https://bit.ly/3t7SDJH                              YouTube http://bit.ly/3ouZqJU                              Spotify http://spoti.fi/3pwZZnJ                              Apple http://apple.co/39rwjD1                                                    IHeartRadio http://ihr.fm/2L0A2y

Single soap opera siren Susan Lucci is reportedly ABC's choice for the network's groundbreaking Golden Bachelorette gig, RadarOnline.com has learned.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode of Personally Speaking, Msgr. Jim Lisante is joined again by the Emmy Award winning actress Susan Lucci. Susan is best known for her role as Erica Kane on the ABC Daytime Drama “All My Children”, a role she played for 41 years. In 2022 Susan lost her beloved husband of 53 years, Helmut. Susan speaks about her heart health scare, her Catholic faith, her family and life after loss.Support the show

It's time for the premiere of our fourth season of “Here's the Thing with Alec Baldwin” at iHeartRadio. Our first episode features the woman behind what TV Guide called “the most famous soap opera character in the history of daytime TV.”  Actor Susan Lucci inhabited the role of bad girl Erica Kane on ABC's “All My Children” for four decades, from the show's inception in 1970 until 2011. She earned the Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress for the role in 1999 after nineteen nominations – and in December 2023, received the Daytime Emmy Lifetime Achievement Award. Lucci's body of work also includes numerous television series, films and the Broadway stage. She is the author of All my Life: A Memoir and is a National Spokesperson for the American Heart Association. Susan Lucci talks with host Alec Baldwin about how she played a role that evolved over decades, how she realized a lifelong dream of performing on Broadway, and her thoughts on the rumors of a potential reboot of the beloved soap.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Host James Lott Jr weighs in on the latest "news" about the long rumored Sarah Michelle Gellar/Susan Lucci Feud from All My Children!

Join award-winning actor Alec Baldwin in conversation with some of the most dynamic artists, policymakers, and performers working today. This season, Alec speaks with actor Susan Lucci about portraying her iconic character Erica Kane for four decades, chef Jaques Pépin on his passion for sharing the joy of cooking, and public health advocate Dr. Dean Schillinger on the diabetes epidemic and what can be done about it, just to name a few. If you like listening as much as Alec likes talking with interesting people, subscribe now and never miss an episode. The new season begins January 23rd.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Wahlberg and Michelle Monaghan talk 'The Family Plan'; Susan Lucci to receive Lifetime Achievement Award; 'Millennial Nuns' helping to fight hunger in Chicago Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Susan Lucci talks Lifetime Achievement Award, career; Republican candidate Nikki Haley talks presidential run; What you need to know about artificial intelligence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dive into an empowering episode of Life, Lemons & LemonDrops, where hosts Greer and Whitnie explore the transformative power of a simple yet often overlooked strategy: asking for what you want. This episode, titled "The Power of Please," unravels the magic that unfolds when you dare to express your needs and desires to those who can make them a reality. Discover how manifestation isn't just about sending your wishes into the universe but actively seeking assistance from those around you and taking action. The hosts bring to life this concept with captivating examples, including a throwback to Andy Cohen's (of Bravo TV fame) bold request for an interview with Susan Lucci (of All My Children fame) during his school days, illustrating the potential of direct requests. Get inspired by Greer McVay's journey as she shares her experiences reaching out to people who could help propel her projects forward. These real-life stories demonstrate the effectiveness of simply asking, which often leads to surprising and positive outcomes. The episode takes an exciting turn as Greer reveals her latest ambition: running the 2024 New York City Marathon. Join the hosts as they explore the initial stages of this goal, providing a unique opportunity to witness how Greer plans to utilize her network and the power of asking to achieve this monumental feat. Remember to tune in, engage with, and share this inspiring Life, Lemons & LemonDrops episode with your network. Don't forget to visit the podcast's website for more insights and motivational content. Stay tuned for more updates, including a unique link in the episode that will further enrich your listening experience. Join us on this enlightening journey and discover how "The Power of Please" can unlock doors and lead you to paths of success and fulfillment you never imagined possible. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lifelemonslemondrops/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lifelemonslemondrops/support

This week on It Was a Thing on TV we celebrate Halloween like only we can.   First, while not spooky in any way, Child's Play shares its name with a well-known horror movie franchise from later in the 80s.  Besides being Bill Cullen's last show with Mark Goodson, it may be better known for being replaced by the game which typified the 80s, Press Your Luck.   Then, in 1984, the same year horror master Wes Craven gave us "A Nightmare on Elm Street" he directed this ABC TV Movie starring Robert Urich, Joanna Cassidy, and Erica Kane herself Susan Lucci.   In this made-for, Susan plays a devilish dame who tries to tempt ol' Spenser for Hire with power if he can just join this hot country club that just about everyone at his company works for. Join us on an Invitation to Hell!   Follow us at all our socials via our Linktree page at linktr.ee/itwasathingontv    Timestamps 0:36 - Child's Play (1982 CBS Game Show) 40:40 - Invitation to Hell

In 1984, the same year horror master Wes Craven gave us "A Nightmare on Elm Street" he directed this ABC TV Movie starring Robert Urich, Joanna Cassidy, and Erica Kane herself Susan Lucci. In this made-for, Susan plays a devilish dame who tries to tempt ol' Spenser for Hire with power if he can just join this hot country club that just about everyone at his company works for. Join us on an Invitation to Hell!

Junk Food Dinner returns this month for its 666th episode and you know what that means; this month is all about the Dark Lord Satan! Up first, we take a look at an MGM musical from 1943 with an all-black cast about a man struggling with the forces of good and evil to stay on the right path in Cabin in the Sky starring Ethel Waters, Eddie "Rochester" Anderson, Lena Horne and Louis Armstrong. Next, two orphaned teenage girls living in a convent summon Satan and cause a panic in the Mexican exploitation flick Alucarda from 1977.And finally, Wes Craven directs a made-for-TV movie about a family that moves to Silicon Valley to chase tech dreams but soon finds out that keeping up with the Joneses might mean getting involved with The Devil in Invitation to Hell from 1984 starring Robert Urich, Joanna Cassidy, Susan Lucci and Kevin McCarthy. All this plus Barbenhiemer news, what we've been up to, sad Nerd News, Enter the Dragon anniversary news and much more!LISTEN NOW:MP3 Direct DonloydAlso, if you like the show, please take a minute and subscribe and/or comment on us on iTunes, Stitcher, Blubrry or Podfeed.net. Check us out on Facebook and Twitter! We'd love to see some of your love on Patreon - it's super easy and fun to sign up for the extra bonus content. We'll keep this podcast going with your love and support.

In this episode, we interview the author of How Not to Suck at Marketing Jeff Perkins.  We talk about modern marketing and tips for success.  Thank goodness we had frequent contributor Jo Ann Herold join us, because we also covered the pros and cons of ChatGPT, a "Susan Lucci" moment at the Georgia State University Marketing Roundtable and Jeff winning the MAX Award for innovation.Support the show: https://www.nick-constantino.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Three years after the pandemic, Colorado and other states face record teacher turnover. Chalkbeat's national reporter, Matt Barnum, talks causes and solutions. Then, Xcel tests hydrogen to clean up its natural gas system. And, a Colorado family creates a liquer that numbs your mouth, but enhances flavors. Finally, the Susan Lucci of the Colorado Book awards.

Three years after the pandemic, Colorado and other states face record teacher turnover. Chalkbeat's national reporter, Matt Barnum, talks causes and solutions. Then, Xcel tests hydrogen to clean up its natural gas system. And, a Colorado family creates a liquer that numbs your mouth, but enhances flavors. Finally, the Susan Lucci of the Colorado Book awards.

Walt Willey looks back on his acting journey that led him to becoming ALL MY CHILDREN's Jack, working with Susan Lucci and Michael B. Jordan, reprising his signature role on GH and more with Digest's Stephanie Sloane and Mara Levinsky. We also remember the late Andrea Evans and Jeffrey Carlson.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Here's what: Andy fucking Cohen is on Las Culturistas. And this, readers, is THEE definitive Andy-On-Bravo unfiltered podcast episode you have been waiting for! It is ALL discussed. The author of the new book "The Daddy Diaries" goes deep with Matt & Bowen on not only all things Housewives and Vanderpump, but also Andy's relationship with Jimmy Buffett, his iconic first meeting with the legendary Susan Lucci, MetLife as a flop venue for concerts, All My Children as formative culture and Kelly Ripa & Mark Consuelos "fucking like rabbits". Also, Watch What Happens Live drama with BOTH Matt & Bowen gets cleared up! All this, JoBros culture, Sunny Hostin as a RHONY housewife, and a discussion on Housewives as both the modern soap and a model of how to navigate (and NOT navigate) conflict in everyday life. Read the book and watch all the shows! We loooooooove Andy!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Children and teenagers are expressing unprecedented levels of anxiety and many experts believe there is currently a crisis of anxiety in the United States. If that is true, what can adults — who may also be managing anxiety — do to help young people?     While many experts believe social media and news outlets play a role, we have to accept that these things are here to stay — so what is our next step? Join us as Laura Morton and Joan Lunden explain what they discovered working on the new documentary “Anxious Nation.” For information on where to view Anxious Nation, visit anxiousnation.com.  To learn more -- or read the transcript -- please visit the episode page. Guest Bios Laura Morton has been involved in the entertainment industry for more than 25 years as a bestselling author, producer, speaker and entrepreneur. She is the founder of Lasega Films and the soon to be launched Anxious Nation Network (ANN). Morton has written over 60 books and a staggering 21 New York Times bestsellers, with a wide range of celebrities and business leaders, including Justin Bieber, the Jonas Brothers, Susan Lucci, John Maxwell, Jennifer Hudson, Al Roker, Deborah Roberts, Joan Lunden, Marilu Henner, Melissa Etheridge, Katherine Schwarzenegger, Kim Zimmer, Kathy Ireland, Sandra Lee, Danica Patrick, Glenn Stearns, Bob Parsons, and more. Laura continues to pursue projects of interest that cross publishing, production, and electronic media through her company, including her award-winning documentary film, “Anxious Nation.” Laura frequently speaks to organizations on a variety of topics, mixing humor and emotional storytelling in her dazzling and memorable presentations. Joan Lunden is an award-winning journalist, bestselling author, television host, and motivational speaker. She has been a trusted voice in American homes for more than 40 years. For nearly two decades, Lunden greeted viewers each morning on “Good Morning America,” making her the longest running female host ever on early morning television. Lunden is the host of the PBS television series, “Second Opinion with Joan Lunden” and the Washington Post Podcast series, “Caring for Tomorrow” on the future of healthcare. Lunden is also the ambassador to the Poynter Institute's MediaWise for Seniors program which educates individuals over 50 on media literacy, separating fact from fiction online.  In June of 2014, Lunden was diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer. An eternal optimist, she turned her diagnosis and subsequent cancer treatment into an opportunity to become an advocate to help others. Lunden shared her battle against breast cancer in her book “Had I Known.”  Lunden continues to interact with American's daily on her website, Joanlunden.com, as well as her social media platforms. Her latest book, "Why Did I Come Into This Room? A Candid Conversation About Aging" is available now. Inside Mental Health Podcast Host Gabe Howard is an award-winning writer and speaker who lives with bipolar disorder. He is the author of the popular book, "Mental Illness is an Asshole and other Observations," available from Amazon; signed copies are also available directly from the author. Gabe makes his home in the suburbs of Columbus, Ohio. He lives with his supportive wife, Kendall, and a Miniature Schnauzer dog that he never wanted, but now can't imagine life without. To book Gabe for your next event or learn more about him, please visit gabehoward.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode Alan Locher who was a publicist for Guiding Light and As the World Turns used to help his actors behind the camera but then became a star in front of the camera when he started a live streaming show of the actors he used to support. It started as a way to bring a bit of happiness and joy during the pandemic and has turned into a great way for Soap Opera fans to see their "family" again. Alan has done over 350 shows and interviewed over 800 actors. He believe his success of "The Locher Room" is due to people wanting to hear from the actors they used to spend every day with but hadn't seen them in over 10 years.  Alan also has used his platform for good and has raised over $125k for various charities and he's just getting started. In this show you will learn how he used his previous skills as a publicist to start the show. How he is honoring his parents who were holocaust survivors and what he's learned from interview stars like Jaclyn Smith, Kathie Lee Gifford and Susan Lucci to name a few. 

After the centennial episode, it's only right to get into an ultimate throwback Thursday flick, “The Woman Who Sinned.” A woman contemplates having an affair, leading her into a web of deceit, suspense, and murder. Starring the one and only Susan Lucci! Tune in because you might just see how far back the Lifetime movies rules go. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Superstar journalist Evan Ross Katz gets Very Delta as he joins Delta Work on the world's premiere Luxury Public Access Podcast and YouTube Talk Show! Evan and Delta talk about The Cheesecake Factory, Jessica Simpson, mattresses, Susan Lucci, and airplane etiquette! Plus, Delta on New Year's resolutions! Listen to Very Delta Ad-Free AND One Day Early on MOM Plus Send us an e-mail at readmedelta@gmail.com FOLLOW DELTA @deltawork VERY THAT IS A FOREVER DOG AND MOGULS OF MEDIA (M.O.M.) PODCAST Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tichina Arnold steps Behind The Rope. Tichina is here to chat about the full trajectory of her career from her early days at the “Fame” Performing Arts High School and starting with Susan Lucci on "All My Children" to her breakout role as Pam on “Martin" alongside Martin Lawrence, to starring in “Everybody Hates Chris” created by comedic legend Chris Rock to her current starting role opposite Max Greenfield, Beth Behrs and Cedric the Entertainer on CBS's mega hit “The Neighborhood" and everything and anything in between. Tichina opens up about her new project “Oh Baby Baby!” which she directed in support of Breast Cancer Awareness month for BET and why this project is so important to her. We deep dive Tichina's role as Fran Drescher's BFF on “Happily Divorced” and working alongside Vanessa Williams in our guilty pleasure “Daytime Divas”. Finally, Tichina talks the current state of Hollywood for Black Actresses thanks to trailblazers like Shonda Rhimes, guilty pleasures, reality tv, reboots - did someone say Martin / Everybody Hates Chris and current day Chris Rock. All this and much more! @tichinaarnold @behindvelvetrope @davidyontef BONUS & AD FREE EPISODES Available at - www.patreon.com/behindthevelvetrope BROUGHT TO YOU BY: GLADSKIN - www.gladskin.com/VELVET (15% Off Plus Free Shipping) FREEDOMGROOMING - www.freedomgrooming.com/VELVET (20% Off Now) TALKSPACE - www.talkspace.com/velvet ($100 Off Your First Month) ADVERTISING INQUIRIES - Please contact David@advertising-execs.com MERCH Available at - https://www.teepublic.com/stores/behind-the-velvet-rope?ref_id=13198 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices