Mandy Moore: Unfiltered Reflections on Fame, Love and Resilience
Apr 9, 2024
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Mandy Moore talks about rising to fame without social media, motherhood, balancing family and career, the importance of community, friendship with Hilary Duff, and her Audible Original Series 'The Boar's Nest'. They also discuss navigating fame, family influence, nostalgia in celebrity culture, personal experiences in acting, relationship evolution, balancing work and motherhood, songwriting, and career longevity.
Mandy Moore values community and friendship amidst the demands of balancing family and career.
Longevity and passion drive Mandy Moore's career goals over fleeting successes.
Mandy Moore seeks to explore new creative endeavors, including live theater and Broadway productions.
Deep dives
The Boar's Nest: Uncovering the Untold Story of Sue Brewer
The Boar's Nest is a scripted podcast on Audible that narrates the story of Sue Brewer, an unsung hero of the outlaw country music scene in Nashville in the 1960s. Sue opened her home, known as the Boar's Nest, to artists like Willie Nelson and Waylon Jennings, nurturing their talents and crafting classic country songs. Inducted posthumously into the Songwriters Hall of Fame, Sue's legacy in country music resonates deeply, offering a glimpse into a pivotal era of music history.
Motherhood and Community: Embracing Support and Friendship
Navigating motherhood during the pandemic, Mandy found solace and connection through cultivating a supportive community of fellow mothers. Emphasizing the importance of friendships, she acknowledges the impact of motherhood on every aspect of her life, highlighting the strength and value of communal support in the journey of raising children.
Longevity as Success: Redefining Career Achievements
Viewing success as longevity, Mandy prioritizes the notion of an enduring career over fleeting accolades. With a focus on sustaining her passion and creative endeavors in the industry, she cherishes the opportunity to continue her work and evolve on her own terms, defining fulfillment through the persistence and growth of her career.
Broadway Dreams and Theatrical Aspirations
Expressing a desire to venture into live theater and Broadway productions, Mandy reflects on her aspirations to explore new realms in the performing arts. Eager to embrace the challenge and artistry of stage performances, she envisions a future filled with diverse creative opportunities and theatrical endeavors.
Literary Inspirations and Life-Changing Books
Acknowledging the impact of literature on personal growth, Mandy reflects on the transformative power of Eckhart Tolle's 'A New Earth' and Carol Dweck's 'Mindset.' These books have offered profound insights and guidance, shaping perspectives on motherhood, mindset, and personal development, contributing to a greater understanding of self and the world.
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Today, Valeria is joined by none other than the iconic Mandy Moore. From 2000s pop Idol and teen movie star to the blockbuster successes of Tangled and This is Us: Mandy Moore has already led an illustrious 20-year career and left her mark on the world. But she’s not done yet! There is so much more that Mandy has to explore and offer, and she and Valeria chat all about it. Together they explore what it was like to rise to fame without the influence of social media, reflect on motherhood, how to balance family life with a demanding career, and the importance of community. Plus, they take a behind-the-scenes look into the iconic It’s Totally Raining Teens Vanity Fair cover, and how Mandy is, now more than ever, leaning into her friendship with Hilary Duff.
Mandy Moore’s Audible Original Series “The Boar’s Nest” is now available to stream, exclusively on Audible: http://audible.com/TheBoarsNest