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A girl after my own heart when it comes to gossip, model, podcast host, and content creator Ali Weiss joins me to talk wild, anonymous confessions, beauty standards, and hand modeling—turns out, it's a super lucrative niche! Ali shares her top skincare tips and why she’s passed on Botox and fillers. And if you’re into conspiracy theories, you’ll love Ali’s take on the whole Melania and Trump dynamic. It’s a ride!

Connect with Ali:

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tales-of-taboo/id1457365096 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aliweissworld/ 

Connect with Liz:

Website: https://www.listentoliz.com/  

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

I'm super excited to chat with the amazing Senator Toni Atkins, the first woman and openly LGBTQ+ person to serve as President pro Tempore of the California State Senate. We dive into her 40-plus years of advocacy in women's healthcare, her role in shaping progressive policies like Proposition 1 for abortion rights, the need to enshrine marriage equality in the state constitution, and more!

Connect with Senator:

Bio: https://sd39.senate.ca.gov/about-senator-toni-g-atkins 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SDToni/ 

Twitter: https://x.com/sentoniatkins

Connect with Liz:

Website: https://www.listentoliz.com/  

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

This week, I sit down with the amazing Jenny Yang, a multi-talented creator, comedian, and fierce advocate for the AAPI community who stars in the hit Netflix show The Brothers' Son. We chat about her journey through Hollywood, the importance of nurturing our creative voices, and the ups and downs of the industry—no gatekeeping here! Jenny opens up about her experience with IVF and the wild complexities of the healthcare system. We also dive into her comedy show Self Help Me, where she takes a comedic look at wellness while keeping it real.

Connect with Jenny:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennyyangtv/ , https://www.instagram.com/selfhelpmeshow/ 

Website: https://jennyyang.tv/ 

Connect with Liz:

Website: https://www.listentoliz.com/  

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

I had the opportunity to sit down with Shaun Peterson, the director of Lover of Men, as he pulls back the curtain on Abraham Lincoln’s intimate life. From Lincoln’s rumored romantic relationships with men to exploring how fluid sexuality was back in the 19th century—a time when terms like “homosexual” and “heterosexual” didn’t exist—the film also tackles the pressing issue of queer erasure throughout history. Shaun talks about his experience creating the documentary and the crazy discoveries from Lincoln's handwritten letters. 

Connect with Shaun:

Watch the Film: Lover Of Men: The Untold History of Abraham Lincoln is now available to rent or buy on Amazon Prime Video, AppleTV and Vimeo" 

More Information: ww.loverofmen.com

Follow the Film's IG: @Loverofmenfilm

Website: https://www.shaunpeterson.tv/ 

Connect with Liz:

Website: https://www.listentoliz.com/  

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz   

This week, I’m super excited to chat with Tisha Alyn—a pro golfer, social media influencer, and fierce advocate for the LGBTQ+ community. Tisha is doing amazing work, using her platform to change the perception of golf, challenge stereotypes, and pave the way for the next generation of athletes. We dive into her journey of self-discovery and the challenges she faced while coming out as a gay Filipina woman in a traditionally conservative sport. 

Connect with Tisha:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tishaalyn/ 

Website: https://tisha-alyn.com/ 

Connect with Liz:

Website: https://www.listentoliz.com/  

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

In the latest episode of my series 'I’m Scared to Have a Baby,' I sit down with Caroline Baudino—lifestyle influencer, speaker, podcast host, and all-around badass mom of two. Caroline lays it all out, sharing the raw and real details of pregnancy and birth that no one talks about. She tells her uncensored birthing story and really gives me an unfiltered view of what’s ahead—trauma and all. We cover everything from the complexities of mom friendships and why play dates are a no-go, to the impact kids have on your relationship. It’s a wild ride!!

Connect with Caroline:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shop.with.caroline/ 

Podcast: dearmedia.com/shows/coming-in-hot 

Connect with Liz:

Website: https://www.listentoliz.com/  

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

This week, I sit down with the amazing Alex Hedison, who’s got a hand in photography, directing, and acting. We dive into her creative journey and chat about her latest short film, ALOK, which made it to Sundance Film Festival! Alex opens up about the challenges and rewards of making the film, working with Alok Vaid-Menon, and exploring the film’s message about breaking free from societal norms and transforming into your truest self. Plus, we reminisce about her time on The L Word and more!

Connect with Alex:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexhedisonstudio/ 

Alok Short Film:https://www.sundance.org/festivals/short-film/ , https://www.instagram.com/alokshortfilm/ 

Resources Mentioned:

Chani Nicholas: https://chaninicholas.com/ 

Check out Episode 1: Who is Liz?

Connect with Liz:

Website: https://www.listentoliz.com/  

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

The charismatic and unfiltered Blakely Thornton is back in LA, so you know what that means—time to dish on all things reality TV, brat summer, and demure fall. We're diving into why the golden age of guilty pleasure TV is long gone, why a Gay Husbands of Hollywood spin-off might flop on screen, and of course, a trip down memory lane with early 2000s pop culture gold! 

Connect with Blakely:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blakelythornton/ 

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@blakelythornton 

Connect with Liz:

Website: https://www.listentoliz.com/  

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

Dubbed the "Adele of Audiobooks" by The New Yorker, Julia Whelan hangs out with me to talk about her successful career as an audiobook narrator. She’s narrated hundreds of books, written her own novel, The Oxford Year, and started her the company, Audiobrary, to make sure narrators get a fair shake. We also chat about her teenage days on the hit TV series, Once and Again and what she thinks is next for audiobook narrators with all the buzz around AI.

Connect with Julia:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justjuliawhelan/ , https://www.instagram.com/myaudiobrary/ 

Website: https://audiobrary.com/ , https://jmwhelan.com/ 

Connect with Liz:

Website: https://www.listentoliz.com/  

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz    

For the love of all things gossip and spilling the tea, I’ve been waiting for this moment! This week, I sit down with Amanda Hirsch, the powerhouse behind the wildly popular Not Skinny But Not Fat podcast. From the power of being a little delusional to landing her latest interview with Ryan Reynolds, plus tips on balancing mom life with running a business, Amanda spills the tea on how she makes it all look easy! 

Connect with Amanda:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/notskinnybutnotfat 

Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/not-skinny-but-not-fat/id1444559244  

Connect with Liz:

Website: https://www.listentoliz.com/  

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@listentoliz415

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/listentoliz/ , https://www.instagram.com/coolcoolcool/   

For exclusive content, support Liz on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/listentoliz