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February 12, 2024 S2-E162 Kate Moyer
(2/8/2024)
Mike and returning cohost, actress Mia Bella had a great time chatting with actress Kate Moyer.
Kate Moyer is a Canadian actress who came to prominence when she was first cast in a supporting lead role in the Elevation Pictures feature film, Our House, playing opposite Thomas Mann, Nicola Peltz, and Percy Hynes White. For her performance in the role Moyer was honored with a nomination for Best Supporting Actress at the 2019 Canadian Screen Awards, one of the top film acting awards in the country.

Moyer is best known for her work as "Heather Hobbie" in Holly Hobbie for Hulu, a role that earned her second Canadian Screen Award nomination in 2020. Audiences lauded her heart wrenching performance in the season 3 finale of the award-winning The Handmaid's Tale for Hulu where Moyer played directly opposite Emmy Award winning Elisabeth Moss. Moyer can be seen recurring heavily in Hallmark's spin-off series When Hope Calls, the fan favorite series Station Eleven by acclaimed director Hiro Murai for HBO Max, as well as the anthology series Circuit Breakers for AppleTV+.

Other select credits include a supporting lead role opposite Caroline Rhea in the TV movie A Christmas In Tennessee for Lifetime, the indie feature Buffaloed by director Tanya Wexler with Zoey Deutch, the short film Dotage opposite Dani Kind, a supporting role opposite Marisa Tomei and Travis Fimmel in the feature film Delia's Gone, and the lead of the cult classic remake of Stephen King's Children Of The Corn, directed by Kurt Wimmer, released on Shudder in 2023. Kate recently wrapped the Disney+ feature Out Of My Mind by director Amber Sealey, and is in a recurring role on Reacher for Prime Video, part of the popular Jack Reacher franchise.
Moyer began performing at the age of three as a dancer with the Theatre Dance Academy in Oshawa, Ontario. She joined their competition team at four years old and focused on Ballet, Jazz, Tap and Hip Hop. Her competition team has won numerous awards at many dance competitions throughout Ontario. However, she was first bit by the acting bug when working on regional theatre productions.

In her downtime, Moyer can be found in a dojang practicing Taekwondo as she is currently a 1st Dan Black Belt or behind the easel painting or sketching.
You can follow Kate on Instgram @therealkatemoyer
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48 min
February 04, 2024 S2-E161 Ellie Rose Pulsifer
(1/31/2024)
Mike and cohost, actress Violet Tinnirello talked All-Things Musical Theatre
with 13-year-old Actress, Singer and Dancer Ellie Rose Pulsifer on episode 161!

Based in South Florida, Ellie Rose is currently starring as ’Sphrintze’ in Fiddler on the Roof
at ‘The Wick Theatre in Boca Raton, Florida.

Ellie Rose was recently cast as ‘Annie’ in the Broadway National Tour. Her Broadway National debut took her to more than 50 cities. Her impressive regional stage credits include Wait Until Dark ‘Gloria’, Tales of Custard the Dragon ‘Belinda’, Matilda ‘Amanda Thripp’, The Jungle Book ‘Mowgli’, Shrek ‘Young Fiona’, Gypsy ‘Balloon Girl’, Cat in the Hat ‘Sally’, Legally Blonde ‘Elle Woods’ and ‘Matilda’ in Matilda.
When Ellie Rose is not on stage, she shares her talents as a National Anthem Vocalist for the NFL Denver Broncos and the NHL Florida Panthers.
Ellie Rose Pulsifer is All Things Broadway and works hard at her craft. She truly loves musical theatre.
You can follow Ellie Rose on Instagram @ellie_rose_actor
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51 min
January 30, 2024 S2-E160 Kalia Moorehead
(1/25/2024)
Mike and cohost, actress Kayden Tokarski featured actress Kalia Moorehead on Epiosde 160!
Based in Southern California, 11-Year-old Kalia Moorehead is a working actress who has been fortunate to book multiple projects including numerous regional and national television commercials and print work representing such brands as Nike, Amazon, Mattel, Chevy, Samsung, Vans, Aquarium of the Pacific, Barbie, Lego and many more.
Kalia Makena Moorehead is known for roles in SkyFly, Unfrosted: The Pop-Tart Story (Directed by Comedian Jerry Seinfeld,) Noah’s Arch and soon you can catch her in Almog Avidan Antonir's
award-winning film Trust!
An amazing actress with projects in the works, Kalia is busy an no telling where you will see her next.

Follow Kalia Moorehead on Instagram @KaliaMoorehead
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42 min
January 29, 2024 S2-E159 Livi Birch
1/29/2024
Mike and cohost, actress Mia Bella had a wonderful time chatting with actress Livi Birch on Ep.159!

Livi Birch, 14, got her start working in tv and film at 9 years old having been spotted performing one of her original songs with a band. Some of Liv’s more notable productions have been as 'Alice Creel' in 'Stranger Things Season 4,' 'Sarah Stafford' in 'Redeeming Love,' Alice Watkins' in 'Far Haven' and this summer you can catch her as 'Anna Watson' in 'Shadrach' - a Sony Pictures TV show. With each role comes new experiences, which provides Livi tools to hone her craft.

Livi Birch has licensed three songs to three projects and enjoys writing songs on guitar, ukulele and keyboard. When not acting or practicing her music she loves reading, checking out local record shops, hanging with family and friends and enjoys her two Siberians cats who are very fluffy!
Follow Livi on Instagram @livibirchofficial
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44 min
January 13, 2024 S2-E158 Sierra Levesque
(1-10-2024)
Mike and cohost, guitarist Bella Rayne welcome Sierra Levesque to ConversationsRadio Ep.158!
This Canadian Rock singer/songwriter, guitarist, pianist, bassist, and drummer is based in
Pembroke, Ontario, Canada. Her goal is to help lead the NEW GENERATION of Rock 'N Roll.
Guitar.com calls Sierra “Gen Z’s Most Ambitious New Guitarist” and one of "10 Young Shredders
Shaping Rock and Metal Today" Her love for Rock music came from listening at a very young age to many Classic Rock and Heavy Metal bands from the 70s and 80s.
Sierra has been described as a combination of the powerful voice of Ann Wilson and the skilled, catchy guitar playing of Nancy Wilson. Her musical influences throughout the years have been Pop, Rock and Metal acts such as Avril Lavigne, Ghost, Heart and Scorpions.
Having won the 2019, 2022, and 2023 MyFM Spirit Award for "Best Local Musician" in Pembroke, Sierra has already gained notoriety from large media outlets, as well as from some powerful figures in the Rock music industry including Nancy Wilson (Heart), Ron 'Bumblefoot' Thal (Sons Of Apollo, Asia, ex Guns 'N Roses), DJ Ashba (SIXX A.M, ex Guns 'N Roses), Desmond Child (Songwriter for Bon Jovi, Joan Jett, KISS), and Mark Slaughter (Slaughter) to name a few.
Sierra's powerful vocals, hard rocking guitar riffs, and relatable original songs always take every stage by storm! Check our Sierra Levesque her homepage https://sierralevesquemusic.com
Follow her on Instagram @sieirralevesquemusic
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53 min
December 23, 2023 S2-E157 Isabella Blaked Thomas
Dowler and cohost, actor Darren Lipari (@darrenlipariforreel) are excited to welcome back actress, filmmaker and singer Isabella Blake Thomas to ConversationsRadio for episode 157!
From her early beginnings in the UK as ‘Lily Rose’ on CBeebies (BBC) children’s television show
‘The Green Balloon Club’ actress Isabella Blake-Thomas has worked hard to develop a style which
is versatile. The respect she has for the craft motivates her to push the artistic envelope as an actress and filmmaking. Having appeared in film and tv projects both in the UK and the States, Isabella has proved herself as an established actress - having booked roles both on tv and film affording her the opportunity to work with the Best of the Best – including Helena Bonham-Carter, John Voight, Elizabeth Peyton Lee, Tom Hopper, Heather Graham and ConversationsRadio Alum, Mila Brener, Esabella Karena Strickland
and Olivia Jellen to name just a few.
Isabella is best known for her role as ‘Young Zelena’ in Mike the ABC TV series ‘Once Upon a Time.’
Isabella also stars as 'January' in the Disney+ feature film 'Secret Society of Second-Born Royals' and
has also appeared on the Showtime series ‘Shamless.’
Isabella is also known for her love of music, with her debut single released in 2018, her debut EP released in early 2019 and her second EP released September 2019. Isabella's work as both a singer/songwriter and actress are equally on display in her child trafficking awareness short film, UNSEEN, where she stars alongside Rhyon Brown and Yolanda Wood, accompanied by a soundtrack of Isabella's original songs. With the release of Death Link (2021) and Just Swipe (2022) freshly behind her, Isabella is soon to release two singles. Isabella has at least 6 projects already lined up for this year, as a producer and/or actress.

Isabella calls Southern California her home. The Daughter of producer, director and writer Elizabeth Blake-Thomas, they have collaborated on numerous projects. Isabella is a writer too! Her children’s book
'When The Zoo Closes' available for purchase on Amazon. She can even fly a Cessna 172.
Follow Isabella on Instagram @isabella_b_t
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52 min
December 01, 2023 S2-E156 Kayden Tokarski
11/29/2023
Mike and cohost, actress Hendrix Yancey had a wonderful time featuring Award-Winning actress Kayden Tokarski on
ConversationsRadio!

Kayden is an award-winning actress well known for her role as a young Julia Roberts (Martha Mitchell) on the the STARZ Mini Series ‘Gaslit’ and has starred in several films including ‘My Melancholy Baby’ (Amazon Prime) as well as ‘Roswell Delirium’ starring opposite - Anthony Michael Hall, Dee Wallace and Reginald VelJohnson.
Actress Kayden Brenna Tokarski hails from Southern California and is proud to call Orange County home. Kayden’s designs on becoming a working actress began at 4 years-old. Now at 14, She has quickly become one of the busiest young actresses in Hollywood. Consistently booking, she has starred in numerous projects.
Coming soon, you can also catch her as ‘Charlie’ in the tv movie ‘Love’s Fast Lane’
When Kayden is not in front of the camera, she enjoys diving on a dive team where she qualified for Junior Olympian status on the one meter.
You can follow Kaden Tokarski on Instagram @kaydentokarski
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48 min
October 28, 2023 S2-E155 Mia Bella and Glee Dango
(10-25-2023)
Mike and cohost, Violet Tinnirello welcomed Canadian actresses Mia Bella and
Glee Dango. Mia and Glee star in YTV’s ‘Popularity Papers!

We are thrilled to have Mia and Glee back for episode 155. Mia is based in Vancouver, BC and Glee hails from Toronto Ontario. Both are blessed to be working actors and have appeared on numerous projects.
Popularity Papers follows middle-school besties Julie (Glee Dango) and Lydia (Mia Bella) as they seek to demystify one of life’s greatest questions: what makes someone popular? Every social experiment they test out comes with unexpected lessons about the value of friendship, kindness, and confidence, helping guide our characters through the struggles of middle school with humor and heart.
The show airs in Canada on YTV and can be streamed live and on demand on STACKTV, available through Amazon Prime Video Channels, Rogers Ignite TV
and Ignite Streaming.
Be sure and check out Mia Bella’s new song ‘KNOTS’ available on download platforms everywhere.
Follow on Instagram: Glee @glee.dango and Mia @miabellasofficial
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53 min
October 15, 2023 S2-E154 Julia Roome
(10/12/2023)
Mike and cohost, actress Violet Tinnirello welcomed singer songwriter and season 24 contestant on 'The Voice' - Julia Roome to ConversationsRadio!

Julia Roome is an American Songwriter and Singer who can currently be seen on 'Team Niall Horan' on NBC's 'The Voice'. Based in Warwick, New York, Julia released her first original single 'Steel Glass' when she was 10, and then climbed her way up to number 9 on the iTunes Charts with her first original EP 'I’m Gunna' at age 11.

Soon after, at 12, Julia began her professional career by touring up and down the east coast from New York to Key West Florida, Nashville, Georgia, Pennsylvania
and New Jersey performing as many gigs as she could fit into her schedule.

At 13, Julia is riding a wave of success and has continued to gain notoriety for her version of Our National Anthem and her unique 4 hour set list featuring her favorites from many generations as well as her own originals mixed in.

Be sure and catch Julia Roome on ‘The Voice’ and check out her homepage www.juliaroomesings.com
Follow Julia on Instagram @juliaroome
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43 min
October 02, 2023 S2-153 Charlotte Milstein
(9/28/2023)
Mike and returning cohost, Guitarist Bella Rayne had a fantastic chat with
Charlotte Milstein! Charlotte is a 14-year-old guitar player with amazing talent.
Based in San Diego, she took up guitar in 2020 – just before the Covid quarantine. She continued to hone her skills and things started to happen. Charlotte is endorsed by Gibson Guitars and Rockit Music Gear and quickly getting noticed for her musical abilities.
With musical notoriety comes opportunities. She starred in a commercial for
Billie Joe Armstrong’s Signature Les Paul guitar and appeared in Nita Strauss’s ‘Victorious’ music video. During an interview with Mario Lopez on Access Daily, rock legend Sammy Hagar invited Charlotte or perform
LIVE at CABO WABO – Hagar’s well known club in Cabo San Lucas.

Charlotte Milstein has that musical passion loves to record and perform any chance she gets. She records and produces original music and loves to post on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@CharlotteMilsteinGuitar) and Instagram.
You can follow Charlotte on Instagram @charlottemguitar
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50 min