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In this day and age, it has become harder and harder to find the right person.  Helping you navigate the changing dating landscapes by bringing it back to traditional matchmaking are matchmakers, Liz Murad Waters and Linda Kassimir of The2ndDate.com. Together, they share what people are usually looking for in a partner and explain why the people you want might not be the people you need. Liz and Linda then further share their expertise by giving out dating tips that will get you to that second date!

Taking a big leap from sports to media is a bold move especially when you are part of a national team. This episode is a fun, lively chat with former England football star and Fox Sports host, Warren Barton. Warren was born and raised in London, UK and played at the highest level for eighteen years in the EPL. Today, he talks about TV hosting, playing for his country, living in So-Cal, and so much more. He also opens up about his life before and after the Premier League, and talks about his segue from being a sportsperson to becoming a media personality.

Annoying moments are often the most memorable ones because we learn important lessons from them. In today’s interesting episode, Tara Joseph and Dani Behr discuss their pet peeves and some things they personally find annoying. They share instances that made them feel uncomfortable and aggravated whilst trying to keep a smile on their faces at the same time. Listen to their fun but irksome moments!

Music is a universal language that puts us together no matter who, where, and what we are. In this episode, Artistic Director Abdullah Hall and Executive Director from the Trans Chorus of LA, Kathryn Davis, share their vision in helping to change the world through music. Specifically giving voice to the trans community, they talk about the kind of impact they are making along with the power of music as the greatest unifier. Abdullah then shares some of his experience in putting the right voices in the right places within the choir. Through music, we can share ourselves to the world no matter what our voice sounds like because what is important is what you're saying and the fact that you're there singing. Join Abdullah Hall and Kathryn Davis as they inspire you to love music.

Giving back and helping as many people as possible generates great rewards. Acts of kindness and philanthropic endeavors are no strangers to our guest today, Ryan Long, the Founder of City Summit and Global Unity Foundation. As Dani Behr and Tara Joseph interview him, he passionately talks about his life journey from being a depressed kid to a successful entrepreneur doing businesses with some of the world’s most altruistic artists. A determined and ambitious guy, he also discusses how he does his job with pure passion. His opinion on how he and celebrities are taking their charities seriously explain the genuineness of what they do for the world and those in need.

Flipping houses does not necessarily have to be expensive. You just have to do it right. Accomplished interior designer and real estate agent, Barrie Livingstone, shows us how in this episode. Barrie shares his design and house flipping tips and tricks that will have your property look appealing without the high price tag. He gives out great suggestions on doing renovations on A-grade rooms, choosing a style design, and looking at what is on trend. On a more personal note, Barrie takes us across his journey of becoming who he is now - from moving to Malibu to working with celebrities like Cher and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson.

Doing what you know you are good at can truly give you the satisfaction and success you deserve. For Eden Alpert, the daughter of Grammy Award winner Herb Alpert and co-owner of the famous jazz super club Vibrato Grill Jazz in Bel Air, success comes with music and entertainment. Growing up with a celebrity dad and a life surrounded by musical legends, Eden shares her life as co-owner of LA’s best kept secret. She flashbacks her childhood memories of being on tour, name drops some of the biggest stars who have performed in the club, and shares which star impresses her the most!

Agencies generally rule the music industry with music agents as the front liners. Today, Tara Joseph interviews top music agent at United Talent Agency (UTA), Heulwen Keyte. She unpacks to us the process of becoming an agent, what one does, and what are its differences with a manager. As with any profession, relationship is key to growth and success. Heulwen notes that in making new clients, networking, socializing, and building relationships are paramount. As a woman in a male-dominated industry, she proves to us that with perseverance, experience, skill, and the right amount of support, there is no stopping her in finding the next superstar.

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be behind the scenes of the great movies that we see in theatres and on television? In this episode, movie executive Mark Pennell shares how the film industry has changed and withstood the test of time. Mark is the head of New Business and Special Projects at Beacon Pictures. He has over two decades of creative, strategic, and performance-focused executive experience. He has successfully secured funding for major stage and film shows and developed and written various film and TV projects. Diving into Hollywood 101, Mark shares how he originally wanted to be a banker and broker but stumbled into being an actor and fell in love with the siren call of Los Angeles.

Starting a business or have a great idea and don't know the next steps? Do you already have your business up and running but not hitting your demographic? In this episode, let's hear some expert advice from branding and marketing expert, Jane Rowley. Jane explains branding in its easiest definition dives deep into identifying your ideal client base and how you can tailor your marketing accordingly. Check out this informative chat and make sure you know the rules of the game in order to make your business a huge success!