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Skye P. Marshall is an Air Force veteran, Hollywood actress, caregiver, and relentless dreamer. With no agent, no connections, and no backup plan, Skye left the military and a corporate cubicle behind to pursue acting + built a thriving career from scratch. This episode is about the radical belief that you don’t need permission to begin– just vision, discipline, and the courage to build it brick by brick. Skye shares: Why fear is a biological superpower + how to channel it How the Air Force trained her for acting more than any drama school What she learned doing 7 years of background work How she booked Matlock with no agent The reason she refuses to set a timeline for success The “red towel red carpets” that sparked her childhood dreams How she bought her mom a house while caregiving through dementia Why imagination is the key to reinvention The mindset shift that changed everything: from “acting” to being Why every job—even catering—can be a strategic career move And the mantra that carries her through it all: “Survive until you thrive.” Follow Skye P. Marshall here. Book rec: The War of Art by Steven Pressfield. Check out her film Daft State on Youtube, Amazon Prime, Apple TV!

Jackie Jesko is a war correspondent turned filmmaker joins Danielle to unpack her new Hulu documentary on the life and legacy of Barbara Walters. But this isn’t just a conversation about one iconic journalist, it’s about the entire media ecosystem she helped create. Danielle has always wanted to be the millennial Barbara Walters, the kind of interviewer who could sit with heads of state, celebrities, and everyday people alike so it was incredibly fun to hear Jackie and Danielle explore: Why Barbara Walters was the original media gatekeeper How she reinvented herself after public “failure” Her strategy for booking presidents, dictators, and celebrities The underappreciated role of female ambition in shaping broadcast journalism How gossip, grit, and research became Barbara’s secret weapons Why Diane Sawyer sparked Barbara’s deepest insecurities The unseen emotional cost of being “the first” Why The View changed daytime TV forever The power of interviews as cultural time capsules And how Jackie unearthed never-before-seen footage that reintroduces Barbara in her own words If you care about storytelling, media, power, or pop culture…this episode isn’t just about Barbara Walters. It’s about the evolution of journalism, the complexity of legacy, and what it means to lead with questions. Watch Jackie’s film Tell Me Everything on Hulu.Book reccomendation: Audition by Barbara WaltersFollow Jackie Jesko on Instagram.

Maria Marlowe, an acne nutritionist and founder of GLO Biome, reveals how she tackled acne and gray hair with dietary changes instead of meds or Botox. She discusses the gut-skin connection, the myths behind skincare trends, and why she sees acne as a blessing. Maria shares her three-day Clear Skin Plan and highlights the power of probiotics and specific foods for hormonal balance. This enlightening conversation encourages trusting your body and embracing a natural approach to aging and skin health.

Celeste Headlee, a renowned journalist and NPR host, shares her journey from being a poor communicator to mastering the art of conversation. She discusses why maintaining eye contact isn't always effective and reveals the surprising neuroscience behind great exchanges. Celeste emphasizes the power of curiosity, the impact of small talk, and offers tools to diffuse conflict in just three questions. She highlights why younger generations crave meaningful connections and warns against performative listening, urging listeners to truly engage.

Sara Haines, co-host of The View and former anchor, shares her inspiring journey through career pivots and motherhood. She candidly reveals the rejections and challenges that shaped her, including a subway story that led to her big break. Sara discusses navigating the complexities of professional identity while being pigeonholed and the emotional toll that often accompanies success. Her unexpected encounter with a Facebook intern and her husband's advice about letting go of unattainable dreams emphasize her motto: 'being the person who tries' is the true win.

What if the answers to your biggest questions about your career, relationships, even your health are already inside you? You just haven’t learned how to access them… yet. In this episode, New York Times bestselling author and world-renowned intuitive Laura Day (beloved by Demi Moore, Brad Pitt, Fortune 500 CEOs, and Esalen attendees) reveals how to tap into your intuition and start creating the life you actually want. We unpack The Prism, her powerful system for breaking patterns, rewiring your reactions, and making clearer decisions, fast. Whether you're stuck in a loop, lacking confidence, or craving a breakthrough, Laura shows how small shifts can spark massive transformation. She shares: What intuition really is (and what it’s not) How to actually tap into your intuition (and why most people get it wrong) How to know what you actually want and how to go after it The real reason you keep repeating the same patterns What Laura says successful people (Oprah-level successful) all have in common Why trauma can sometimes be a doorway, not a dead end Why understanding is overrated + action is everything How to use your “Prism” to manifest the life you actually want How to tell if your “ego” is keeping you stuck—and how to fix it Laura’s wild experience with military-grade scientific testing on her intuition The difference between believing you're magical... and being the magic Follow Laura here.  Grab a copy of The Prism here.

Gabby Reece– former pro volleyball player, Nike’s first female signature athlete, co-founder of Laird Superfood, host of The Gabby Reece Show joins Danielle to talk about the real work of building a meaningful life. From the emotional tightrope of motherhood and ambition to the realities of aging, marriage, leadership, and letting go of people-pleasing, Gabby shares the lessons she's learned at every stage. What you’ll hear in this episode: How to build a life that won’t leave you full of regret What it means to “go first”—and how that philosophy shaped her life and career Her thoughts on Simone Biles, Naomi Osaka, and mental health in sports Her honest take on feminism, sport, and the sexualization of women’s bodies The quiet lie women are told about ambition—and how to design a life that actually fits What her volleyball career taught her about winning, feelings and how to take up space Why women in their 50s are calling it the “F.U. Fifties”—and what that really means What she teaches her daughters about ambition, self-trust, and body image. A behind-the-scenes look at her Nike shoe deal (the first of its kind for a woman) Wellness hacks she swears by (including the real reason she started drinking coffee at 45) The feminist contradiction she’s still wrestling with How marriage to Laird Hamilton has challenged and inspired her The quiet power of consistency, mentorship, and saying no without apology Follow Gabby here Listen to The Gabby Reece Show here.

What is culture—and who gets to shape it? Danielle sits down with cultural strategist and Cultique cofounder Linda Ong for a conversation that will change the way you see the world around you. From brand identity to the rise of private clubs, from “trad wives” to TikTok aesthetics, and the future of luxury. Whether you're a brand builder, pop culture lover, or just want to understand the world a little better—this episode will give you the tools to read between the lines of what’s NEXT. In this episode, we explore:  How to identify emergent cultural signals before they hit the mainstream What culture really means in 2024—and why it’s changing faster than ever  Are we living through the decline of American society? Linda weighs in  The "Cultural Curve" and how to know if something is emerging, dominant, or done Why AI can’t replicate culture—and what makes human creativity irreplaceable  Why Gen Z is full of contradictions—and what that tells us about the future  How Linda turned her personal pain into cultural intuition (and career superpower)  The future of luxury and why it’s shifting from exclusivity to experience Why your personal and professional lives are not separate—and never were The difference between analyzing culture and predicting trends—and why the former matters more Why understanding your brand’s cultural DNA is more important than ever The real reason “collabs” went from cool to cliché—and what’s replacing themThe science of why horror movies are trending (hint: it’s emotional regulation) Follow Linda Ong here.  Follow Sarah Jane Dhall here. Check out Cultique here. 

Karrueche Tran became a household name almost overnight—but for reasons that never told the full story. In this episode, she opens up about what it took to go from tabloid target to Emmy-winning actress and beauty founder, and the quiet resilience that helped her build a career and identity on her own terms. In this conversation, Karrueche shares: Why she almost quit acting—and the moment that changed everything How she handles rejection, auditions, and comparison even after winning an Emmy The power of staying graceful in a world that rewards drama Why she passed on reality TV—and how it protected her long-term career How she built Ruechi Beauty from personal pain points and self-care rituals The difference between money grabs and meaningful partnerships Her surprising take on dating, relationships, and love after heartbreak How therapy helped her identify old patterns—and choose better ones The pressure of the biological clock—and how she’s defining womanhood on her own terms Her beauty secrets, morning rituals, and the best skincare advice she’s learned on set Follow Karrueche here.  Check out Ruechi Beauty here.

Ken Cook is the President and co-founder of the Environmental Working Group (EWG) and has spent his life fighting for safer food, cleaner water, and tougher regulations to protect us—and our kids—from toxic chemicals. He’s reshaped U.S. food and farm policy and pushed back against the industries putting profits over people. In this episode, he shares: What the EWG really does—and how their site can help you make safer, smarter choices for yourself and your family. Why EWG chose to make science “buzzy”—and how it changed everything. The wild difference between U.S. and European product regulations (and why so many harmful ingredients are still legal here).The Dirty Dozen & Clean 15: the simplest way to know what produce to buy organic. How to find out what’s actually in your tap water—and what to do about it.What you need to know about PFAS (aka “forever chemicals”). Why “legal” doesn’t always mean “safe”—especially when it comes to beauty, cleaning, furniture, and home goods. How toxic chemicals are impacting kids—and why you should care.His go-to tips to make safer swaps without feeling overwhelmed. Why cracking a window might be one of the healthiest things you do today. How EWG is fighting to make organic food and safer products more accessible and affordable for everyone.The real reason companies are finally making cleaner, healthier options—and what role you play.   Book Rec: The Making of the Atomic Bomb by Richard Rhodes   Check out the EWG here and their consumer guides (safer beauty, tap water, sunscreen etc) here.   Check out Ken’s Podcast “Ken Cook is Having Another Episode” here!