My guest today is actress, singer, and author, Jodi Benson. Jodi is best known as the voice of Ariel in the Disney animated film The Little Mermaid. We talk about her career, and new book “Part of My World” during this episode. This episode is proudly sponsored by isolved, a complete workforce management solution. Go to isolvedhcm.com for more information. The 5 questions I ask in this episode: How role did your faith have in your up ringing and how has it impacted the decisions you’ve made in your career and life ever since? What were some of your struggles trying to land your first gigs on Broadway? How did you originally get your famed Disney gig of being the voice of Ariel in The Little Mermaid and what did you learn from the experience? In what ways has the love story in The Little Mermaid related to your own relationship? What is your best piece of career advice? Video interview: Follow Jodi’s journey: Book Instagram Facebook Twitter Tik Tok

My guest today is actress, singer, and entrepreneur, Ashley Tisdale. Ashley is known for playing Maddie Fitzpatrick in the Disney Channel show The Suite Life of Zack & Cody, and starring as Sharpay Evans in the High School Musical film series. We talk about her career, her new company, and her partnership with Sweet Earth during this episode. This episode is proudly sponsored by isolved, a complete workforce management solution. Go to isolvedhcm.com for more information. The 5 questions I ask in this episode: What was it like meeting your manager, auditioning, and filming so many TV commercials starting at 3 years old? How have you been able to reinvent yourself between being a teen TV star, and recording artist, and launching brands? How has eating plant-based foods improved your wellness and why are some people giving up that diet? Why are you on a mission to make wellness more approachable, understandable, and affordable? What is your best piece of career advice? Video interview: Follow Ashley’s journey: Company Sweet Earth Instagram Facebook Twitter Tik Tok

My guest today is TV news anchor and commentator, Chris Hayes. Chris is the Emmy Award-winning host of MSNBC’s “All In with Chris Hayes” and the host of the “Why Is This Happening?” podcast. We talk about what he’s learned from his parents, and his show, during this episode. This episode is proudly sponsored by isolved, a complete workforce management solution. Go to isolvedhcm.com for more information. The 5 questions I ask in this episode: Most people probably don’t know that Shaquille O’Neal is your cousin. How have you both supported each other throughout your careers? How did your get your dream job of being an MTV host and then expand to multiple shows on the network? You’ve interviewed many celebrities over the years. Who did you learn the most from and why? What are some of the unique challenges of being an entertainer now compared to when you were first coming up? What’s your best piece of career advice? Video interview: Follow Chris’s journey: Podcast Instagram Facebook Twitter

My guest today is stand-up comedian and author, Bill Bellamy. Bill is the executive producer and host of Bill Bellamy’s Who’s Got Jokes? on TV One and was a longtime VJ and the host of several MTV programs, including MTV Jamz and House. We talk about his memoir “Top Billin’” during this episode. This episode is proudly sponsored by isolved, a complete workforce management solution. Go to isolvedhcm.com for more information. The 5 questions I ask in this episode: Most people probably don’t know that Shaquille O’Neal is your cousin. How have you both supported each other throughout your careers? How did your get your dream job of being an MTV host and then expand to multiple shows on the network? You’ve interviewed many celebrities over the years. Who did you learn the most from and why? What are some of the unique challenges of being an entertainer now compared to when you were first coming up? What’s your best piece of career advice? Video interview: Follow Bill’s journey: Book Podcast Instagram Facebook Twitter

My guest today is entrepreneur and social media personality, Marc D’Amelio. Marc is the Co-Founder of D’Amelio Brands, a company focused on creating thoughtful and authentic products, and will be soon launching D’Amelio Footwear. We talk about his new venture, managing multiple brands, corporate partnerships, and more during this episode. This episode is proudly sponsored by isolved, a complete workforce management solution. Go to isolvedhcm.com for more information. The 5 questions I ask in this episode: What have you learned about yourself and business from starting your own fashion companies, running for office, and helping build a family empire? What have been some of the challenges of running so many different brands and businesses with your family, and is there a common way you’ve navigated through them? Why did you decide to launch your new business venture D’Amelio Brands and what do you hope to accomplish with it? You and your family have had numerous brand partnerships over the years. Can you describe what makes one of these successful and why many don’t work out for influencers or companies? What is your best piece of career advice? Video interview: Follow Marc’s journey: LinkedIn Instagram TikTok Facebook Twitter

My guest today is comedian, actress, author, and podcast host, Heather McDonald. Heather is known for her appearances on the E! series Chelsea Lately and as the host of the pop culture podcast “Juicy Scoop’. We talk about her career, mentor, celebrities, and more during this episode. This episode is proudly sponsored by isolved, a complete workforce management solution. Go to isolvedhcm.com for more information. The 5 questions I ask in this episode: Even though you became a licensed realtor like your parents, why did you choose to pursue comedy instead and did your parents persuade you otherwise? Who was your biggest mentor when you started out in the business and what advice did you take with you when creating your podcast and other ventures? Why do you think it’s important to call out celebrities for their antics on your podcast and in the news media and has doing so helped or hurt your career? Based on your experience, and the guests you’ve spoken to, what are the biggest misconceptions about Hollywood and the entertainment business that aspiring talent should be aware of? What’s your best piece of career advice? Video interview: Follow Heather’s journey: Website Podcast Instagram TikTok Facebook Twitter

My guest today is singer, songwriter, actor, and dancer, Omarion. Omarion rose to popularity in the 2000s as the lead singer of the iconic R&B boy band B2K. His new book is called “Unbothered: The Power of Choosing Joy” and his newly released single is “Big Vibez”. We talk about his B2K and solo careers, as well as his self-help advice, during this episode. This episode is proudly sponsored by isolved, a complete workforce management solution. Go to isolvedhcm.com for more information. The 5 questions I ask in this episode: What did you learn from your time as a background dancer early on that made you pursue a career in music? What toxic influences led to the downfall of B2K and then the rise of your solo career? How would you define “a good life” and what are the first steps in someone pursuing one? What are some of your daily practices that center around your pillars of spiritual, mental, and physical wellness? What is your best piece of career advice? Video interview: Follow Omarion’s journey: Website Book Instagram YouTube Facebook Twitter

My guest today is athlete and entrepreneur, Tim Brown. Tim is the co-CEO and co-founder of the footwear company Allbirds. He recently added a new role to lead the Allbirds Futures Team. We talk about the inspiration for his company, the connections between sports and business, and more during this episode. This episode is proudly sponsored by isolved, a complete workforce management solution. Go to isolvedhcm.com for more information. The 5 questions I ask in this episode: What was your “ah ha” moment during your time playing football that inspired you to create Allbirds and what role did your business background play in developing the brand? What are some of the parallels between your athletic and business careers? What have been the benefits and challenges of taking Allbirds public and how have you dealt with them? Can you explain your new role of leading the Allbirds Futures team and your vision for making the footwear industry more sustainable long term? What is your best piece of career advice? Video interview: Follow Tim’s journey: Company LinkedIn

My guest today is actor and author, Brian Baumgartner. Brian is best known for playing Kevin Malone in the NBC hit sitcom The Office. More recently, he hosts two podcasts, wrote the “Seriously Good Chili Cookbook”, and has partnered with Bush’s Beans on his own chili. We talk about his career, and latest projects, during this episode. This episode is proudly sponsored by isolved, a complete workforce management solution. Go to isolvedhcm.com for more information. The 5 questions I ask in this episode: How did you originally get interested in theater, speech and drama growing up? Why do you think The Office still resonates with audiences today and what were some of your biggest lessons learned from working on the show? What were the challenges of turning your love for Chili into both a business and a cookbook? You’ve hosted two podcasts, “Deep Dive” and “Off the Beat”. What is your formula for creating episodes that you enjoy and that listeners keep coming back to? What’s your best piece of career advice? Video interview: Follow Brain’s journey: Podcast Book Instagram Twitter

My guest today is actor and stock car driver, Frankie Muniz. Frankie is best known for playing the title character in the Fox sitcom Malcolm in the Middle. More recently, he joined Rette Jones Racing as a driver for the 2023 season. We talk about both his acting and driving career during this episode. This episode is proudly sponsored by isolved, a complete workforce management solution. Go to isolvedhcm.com for more information. The 5 questions I ask in this episode: What was it like being home-schooled by your mother during your childhood and what role has she played in your career? When did your interest in racing start and what were the challenges of becoming a full-time NASCAR driver? What have you learned about yourself from doing things outside of acting like racing, being in a band, and starting businesses? What lasting impact did meeting Dale Earnhardt have on you? What’s your best piece of career advice? Video interview: Follow Frankie’s journey: Website Facebook Instagram Twitter