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If you’ve been on social media in the past year, chances are you’ve been sent a Jordan Firstman skit. From banana bread’s publicist, to the guy who thinks life isn’t that much different in quarantine, to the management team behind the fly that infamously tormented Mike Pence, Jordan’s skits made our cringiest clichés into something we could all laugh at together (and single-handedly got us through quarantine). But behind the Instagram fame, Jordan’s a triple threat. He’s an actor, writer, and producer who’s worked on shows like Search Party and Big Mouth. He’s also written and starred in his own short called Call Your Father. When it comes to Hollywood, Jordan’s just getting started. In this episode, Jordan talks to us about the road to becoming a multi-hyphenate in entertainment, the cost that comes with viral fame, and how he’s ready for a second act that takes him off our phone screens and onto the silver screen.     Follow Jordan on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/jtfirstman/   Love the show? Subscribe and leave us a review!  Support the show by supporting our sponsors! She's Birdie: Right now, ShesBirdie is offering our listeners 15% off your first purchase of a personal safety alarm when you go to ShesBirdie.com/FRIEND. Enuf: Develop a new relationship with your period and get 20% off with your first purchase with code: FRIEND. Head to enufperiod.com.   Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Want to be a journalist? Get published? Or even start a podcast? Olivia’s back with her second solo episode where she's talking all things journalism. She answers all your questions submitted via Instagram, from how to work with major publications, to her best writing tips, to what goes on behind-the-scenes of creating a podcast.   Check out Olivia’s podcast setup here! www.amazon.com/shop/livvperez   If you like what you hear - leave us a review! We’d love to hear your feedback on shows like this moving forward and topics you want to hear. And don’t forget to subscribe to Friend of a Friend on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.   Have a question? DM Olivia on Instagram here: Instagram.com/LivvPerez  Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Meet Ingrid Andress, one of Nashville’s fastest rising country stars, a die-hard tequila lover, and someone you just want to be besties with ASAP. At just 29-years-old Ingrid has a pretty insane resume – a degree from Berklee School of Music, she’s written for artists like Bebe Rexha and Alicia Keys, and her No. 1 debut single, “More Hearts Than Mine," went platinum. She’s nominated for three Grammy’s this year - Best New Artist, Best Country Song for “More Hearts Than Mine”, and Best Country Album for “Lady Like.” In this episode, Ingrid tells us how vulnerability drives her inner artist, her mission to break down country stereotypes, and how she’ll be tuning in to her first-ever Grammy Awards!   Follow Ingrid on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/ingridandress/ Check out the video for Lady Like here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gr9VJkiDG4I Support the show by supporting our sponsors! Ritual: Get key nutrients–without the B.S. Ritual is offering my listeners 10% off during your first 3 months. Visit ritual.com/FRIEND to start your Ritual today. Enuf: Get 20% off with your first purchase with code FRIEND at enufperiod.com Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Chaneve Jeanniton is a board-certified oculofacial plastic surgeon, the founder of Epi.Logic, and the owner and brains behind one of New York’s most popular cosmetic treatment destinations, Brooklyn Face and Eye.  As one of only 500 oculofacial plastic surgeons in the world, Dr. Jeanniton is the go-to resource for all your upgrade questions - from Botox to filler to under eye treatments and more. In this episode, she fills us in on her do’s and dont’s when it comes to our faces, how she built her cult-favorite skincare line, and answers some of your plastic surgery questions submitted via Instagram.   Shop Epi.Logic here https://epilogicskincare.com Get 10% discount on their hero product, the Master Plan and Eye Contact! Use code FRIEND10 at checkout.    Make a consolation at Brooklyn Face and Eye here https://brooklynfaceandeye.com/book-an-appointment/   Follow them on Instagram here  https://www.instagram.com/bklynfaceandeye/ Sponsors: OurCrowd: You can get in early on Nexa Three Dee and other unique opportunities at OurCrowd.com/FRIEND. Kin Euphorics: Receive 15% off PLUS Free Shipping on your order. Go to kineuphorics.com/olivia or use code OLIVIA at checkout to claim this deal. Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Meet Rosaluna, the first certified, gluten-free, non GMO, vegan mezcal that is naturally zero-carb, free of additives, and made to enjoy. Founded by Nate Brown, a creative director who’s worked with the likes of Kanye and Beyonce, and Terry Lee, who’s brought products to life for brands like MeUndies and Johnson and Johnson, Rosaluna honors the spirit of mezcal in Oaxaca, Mexico, and aims to bring people together through the magic of mezcal. You’ve seen it all over Instagram, and you’re bound to see it in a permanent place on your bar cart after one sip. In this episode, Nate and Terry tell us how the brand was founded on their respect for friendship, what goes into making mezcal magic, and their insights on building a brand on their own pace.  OurCrowd: Go to ourcrowd.com/friend to get your free account and start investing! KinEuphorics: Go to kineuphorics.com/olivia or use code OLIVIA at checkout for 15% off your order PLUS free shipping! Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nithya Raman is an urban planner, activist, and Los Angeles Council Member for the 4th District. Nithya was born in India and moved to the US as a child, where she later went on to study at Harvard University and get her master’s degree in urban planning at MIT. She ran for office for the first time at 38-years-old with no prior political experience, passionate about solving Los Angeles’ homeless crisis. She beat the incumbent and received the most votes of any L.A. council member ever - running a grassroots, door-to-door campaign that galvanized Angelenos to get involved in local elections. In this episode, Nithya and I discuss how frustration helped her find her voice, the power of local elections, and her plans to help transform Los Angeles.    Follow Nithya on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nithyaforthecity/ Follow Nithya on Twitter https://twitter.com/nithyavraman Learn more about Project Roomkey here https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/housing-programs/project-roomkey Volunteer for the Hollywood Food Coalition here https://hofoco.org/volunteer/ Sponsored by Kin Euphorics: For 15% off and FREE shipping at kineuphorics.com/olivia Sponsored by Sakara: For 20% off your first order at sakara.com/FRIEND and enter code FRIEND at checkout   Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Guess who’s back! Our beloved co-host Joe Holder back on the show today! For those of you who are new to meeting Joe, Joe is the founder of The Ocho System, a Nike Master Trainer, Co-Founder of System of Service, and also my best friend! If you haven’t gotten to know him yet, he was a series regular last year, so if you haven’t caught those episodes they’re some really great listens as well. We’ve covered topics from mental health, to politics, to great life hacks at home, and more. But today we’re celebrating a really special milestone for Joe - the release of his MasterClass! In this episode, Joe and I talk all about how this partnership came to be, what it was like filming the series in Iceland, and the message he hopes to share with this large audience. We also catch up and share some new updates, and reflect on our goals for 2021.     Catch Joe’s Masterclass here https://www.masterclass.com/joeholder Follow Joe Holder on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ochosystem/ Follow Joe Holder on Twitter https://twitter.com/JoeHolder_ Listen to Joe’s old episodes here https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joe-holder-olivia-perez-on-lessons-2020-their-best/id1462213019?i=1000501571567   Head to ritual.com/friend for 10% off your first 3 months! Go to shesbirdie.com/friend for 15% off your first order!   Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mallory Merk is a singer, songwriter, and model. Born in Louisiana and raised in New York City, Mallory’s done just about everything. She traveled the country as an Olympic fencer in her early teens. She’s modeled in campaigns for Yeezy, Fenty, and Gucci. But at just 15-years-old, it was her cover of Drake’s Marvin’s Room that went viral and skyrocketed her music career. In 2019, she landed a record deal with Field Trip Records, a label founded by Zack Bia and James Canton in Los Angeles, where she released her hit debut songs “Ghosts” and “Strangers,” two songs that spoke candidly about her experiences with substance abuse, rehab, and loneliness. Mallory’s new music feels different yet relatable, and now at 20-years-old, she’s finally hit her stride. In this episode, Mallory and I talk about what it was like growing up in New York, from her experience as a young fencer to modeling for Rihanna. We also talk about her recent record deal and what it’s like to work with two young creatives, and their recent partnership with Warner Records. And lastly we celebrate the release of her latest release, “North American Ride,” a song she’s now re-releasing at the request of her fanbase, which is bound to be her biggest hit yet.   Listen to North American Ride here https://mallorymerk.lnk.to/north Follow Mallory on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/mallorymerk/?hl=en   Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Melody Ehsani is the visionary designer and entrepreneur behind ME. – a streetwear brand specializing in jewelry, footwear and clothing with a message. Since launching ME., Melody has challenged the status quo of streetwear, an industry widely known as a boys club with little room or inclusivity for women within the space. Since 2014, Melody has been the first and only women’s boutique on Fairfax in Los Angeles, a place where she often brings women together through programming and special events. She’s one of the only women to ever collaborate with the Jordan brand, creating footwear designs that are some of the most coveted shoes on the market today. In this episode, Melody and I talk about her upbringing in Los Angeles, and how she left law school to pursue her design career. We also talk about what makes a dream collaboration, her best tips for advocating for yourself, and her newest project, her podcast The Butterfly Forecast, which launches on February 2nd. She also fills us in on how she’s been handling lockdown, from how she’s been giving back in LA to her favorite date nights with her husband Flea.    Shop Melody Ehsani here https://melodyehsani.com/ Follow Melody on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/melodyehsani/   Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Zanna Roberts Rassi is an Emmy award-winning fashion and beauty journalist, stylist, television host, and co-founder of Milk Makeup. She is currently the Fashion-Editor-at-Large for Marie Claire, and an E! News fashion correspondent, who we're sure is no stranger to your television screen, interviewing the stars at the Oscars, Golden Globes, Grammys, Met Gala and Emmy Awards and NYFW. She is truly a master of all trades - she’s been a mentor, judge, stylist, and host on such shows as Project Runway All Stars, Glam Masters, E! news and her mini series, Commuter Beauty, which garnered millions of views on Instagram of her on-the-go, applying products from her cult-favorite beauty brand. In this episode, Zanna tells us about her rise as an entertainment journalist and the best tips she has for nailing thte interview. She also tells us about the founding of Milk Makeup, alongside her husband, it’s climb to a #1 seller at Sephora, and how’s its fun, utilitarian nature was inspired by their adorable twin daughters and for moms on-the-go.    Checkout Milk Makeup here https://www.milkmakeup.com/ Follow Zanna here https://www.instagram.com/zannarassi/   Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.