Jonathan Vigliotti is an Emmy-winning CBS news correspondent based in Los Angeles and previously served as a foreign correspondent for CBS’s London Bureau. He’s reported on sight for Kobe Bryant’s helicopter crash, the Syrian civil war and recently authored the book, “Before It’s Gone: Stories from the Front Lines of Climate Change in Small Town America.”

Jonathan Vigliotti discusses What REALLY went wrong during the LA wildfires. From residents ignoring warnings to Mayor Karen Bass being out of the country, Jonathan helps break down how LA’s leadership failed when it mattered most. He shares first responders' panic-filled experiences on the frontlines of the Pacific Palisades fire, the shocking impact of budget cuts to firefighters, and how false evacuation alerts left residents in chaos. Mayim and Jonathan tackle why LA’s emergency response fell apart, how environmental policies might be making things worse, and the critical changes needed to prevent future disasters. WATCH NOW to uncover the devastating reality and what must change to protect LA’s future.

Please consider supporting any of the below fundraising organizations:

- California Community Foundation: https://www.calfund.org/funds/wildfire-recovery-fund/

- United Way of Greater Los Angeles: https://unitedwayla.org/wildfire-response-resources/

- Pasadena Animal Shelter: https://give.pasadenahumane.org/give/654134/#!/donation/checkout

Jonathan Vigliotti's Book, BEFORE IT'S GONE: Stories from the Front Lines of Climate Change in Small Town America: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Before-Its-Gone/Jonathan-Vigliotti/9781668008171

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Mel Robbins' Mind-Blowing Secrets on Mindset to Feel Better Emotionally & Spiritually! 

Learn How to Regulate Your Emotions in a Foolproof Way

&

Stop Letting Toxic People Control You: Is It Time to CUT THEM OFF?

Mel Robbins, the mindset, motivation, & behavior change expert, reveals life-altering insights on how to Take Control of Your Emotions, Reprogram Your Brain, & Step into a Life of Power and & Opportunity! 

Mel's Life-Changing "Let Them" Theory – The Key to Boundaries & Peace! Struggling with difficult people? Learn to identify what’s truly in your control and what isn’t in a nanosecond, empowering you to let go of unnecessary stress and set healthier boundaries—especially with narcissists. STOP the internal struggle of feeling "stuck" & uncover the false narratives that keep you trapped in emotional turmoil.

Mel also shares tips to Unlock the POWER of Your Brain to Attract Success & Mystical Experiences! Her unique perspective on science & spirituality will help you make sense of this cruel world while leading a simpler, more fulfilled life.

The Secret to Controlling Your Emotions: Ride the Wave! Want more power in your life? Mel explains how to take control of your emotions & influence others—This simple technique will make you more powerful than even the most challenging person!

Mel Robbins also breaks down:

- Why People Get STUCK in Cycles of Abuse & How to Break Free

- Why pressuring others to change NEVER works

- Why Pain & Hardship Are ESSENTIAL for Your Kids' Growth

- Why "Death is Another Birth": Her Unbelievable Experience with a Psychic Medium

- Faking her way through law school as she struggled with ADHD & dyslexia

- How she copes with her busy brain

- Why she’s driven to show up for others thanks to her experience as a public defender

This is an episode you don’t want to miss—prepare to unlock the secrets to your best life! 

Mel Robbins' latest book, THE LET THEM THEORY: https://www.melrobbins.com/letthemtheory

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What happens when a child is accused of seducing an adult? When people you thought were your friends take the side of your abuser?

Rehab Helped Drake Bell Find the Strength to Share His Story of Abuse

From his traumatic past as a child actor to his battle with the stigma of being a "former child star", Drake Bell (singer-songwriter, actor, former Nickelodeon star) opens up like never before about what it was really like coping with the abuse he endured for YEARS before the QUIET ON SET documentary aired, and his feelings on the public's reaction to the doc.

He shares how opening up to the public has been both painful and healing, how his rehab journey was the turning point that led him to finally share his story, and what it was like reading letters of support for his abuser from people he thought were his friends for the first time when the documentary aired.

Drake Bell also discusses:

- How his boundaries being constantly violated by his abuser led to him having difficulty setting boundaries with others later in adulthood

- Why he never wanted to be a role model for kids

- His take on the questionability of the kids' tv content detailed in the QUIET ON SET doc

- Emotional toll the stigma of the "Former Child Star" has had on him

- Impact of growing up with divorced parents & how it's shaped the way he co-parents with the mother of his son

- Leaving Hollywood Behind?: Drake shares his deep desire to leave Hollywood and the freedom he’s found through music, which he calls his therapy

- His unexpected rise to fame in Mexico

PLUS....Drake professes his love for Jeopardy—including an exclusive chat with Mayim Bialik about her hosting duties!

We're kicking off an awesome new year of episodes with a HUGE episode you won't want to miss - TUNE IN to MBB NOW to start 2025 off right! 

Drake Bell's latest album, Non-Stop Flight: https://open.spotify.com/album/0t1FNOj7bYFbcO7813LXNe?si=6KxH48WDQVmKCMx-Vaz4dA

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Let's revisit one of our most popular and beloved episodes of MBB to keep you inspired as we head into the New Year!

Cheyenne Jackson (CALL ME KAT, 30 ROCK, AMERICAN HORROR STORY) opens up about his incredible journey from a closeted, musical-loving kid in a tiny town in Idaho to becoming a Broadway star and starring in hit shows (like Mayim’s love interest on CALL ME KAT!).

Cheyenne reflects on how his path to sobriety and some profound revelations helped him navigate the challenges of depression, anxiety, and addiction.

This episode has it all—a story of resilience, self-discovery, and healing perfect for a reflective moment as we wrap up the year. Happy holidays from all of us at MBB!

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Revisiting our very first episode of Mayim Bialik's Breakdown with Grace Helbig!

As we head into the holiday season, we’re bringing back a special episode to keep you company during your travels or downtime. Comedian Grace Helbig dives into the complexities of anxiety—why we have it, how it impacts us, and how she learned to navigate it in her own unique way.

She explains why she why she chose to become a "comedian from home" and shares hilarious (and relatable!) stories about managing anxiety, relationships, and having tough conversations with loved ones. Plus, she puts on her doctor hat to help Mayim and Jonathan navigate their own struggles.

This episode with Grace Helbig is the ideal one to revisit as we close out the year as we reflect & recharge. Happy holidays from all of us at MBB!

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2024's MOST EPIC MBB Moments!

Mayim & Jonathan are bringing you the ULTIMATE highlights from this year’s most jaw-dropping, thought-provoking celebrity interviews, like:

- Body Image Bombshells with Danielle Fishel (Boy Meets World)

- Comedy & Culture with Jeff Foxworthy – Why connecting with people of ALL backgrounds is more important than ever

- Holly Madison (former Playboy playmate) helps us identify toxic relationship red flags

- Josh Radnor (How I Met Your Mother) on resenting his mega-fame & the shocking spiritual crisis that changed everything

- Darryl "DMC" McDaniels gets REAL about his struggles with addiction, his shocking adoption story, & how he made the world believe he was a star

We’re also revisiting some of our most powerful mic-drops from expert guests, like:

- Dr. Peter Attia explains the real causes of chronic diseases and the BIGGEST myths about aging

- Dr. Ramani Durvasula breaks down narcissism, gaslighting, and how today’s world feeds the cycle

- Dr. Andrew Weil reveals the hidden dangers of inflammation and how your body can HEAL itself

- Deepak Chopra blows our minds with why science NEEDS spirituality & why pleasure can be addictive!

And don’t miss our most spiritually charged episodes, featuring:

- Theresa Caputo on life after death, healing grief, and unlocking your own intuitive powers

- Mayim & Jonathan get their auras read by Mystic Michaela

- Elizabeth G. Krohn shares her incredible near-death experience, what heaven REALLY looks like, and what she learned about reincarnation

PLUS, the UFO episode of the YEAR!  Revisit Luis "Lue" Elizondo on the scientific proof of UFOs he witnessed while working as the head of the Pentagon’s secret UFO program!

This is the #1 podcast roundup you don’t want to miss! And trust us—2025 is going to be even bigger. 

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The Medical Establishment is getting 2/3 of Depression Diagnoses Wrong & Science is PROVING We're ALL Hardwired for Spiritual Awakening 

Dr. Lisa Miller (Columbia University Clinical Psychology Professor, Founder & Director of Spirituality Mind Body Institute) reveals surprising scientific proof that we’re ALL born with the capacity to awaken spiritually—and how you can tap into it TODAY! 

She shares mind-blowing research on how your brain is wired for spiritual awareness, how depression can actually be a doorway to spiritual awakening, and how mindfulness can lead to deeper inner peace, connection to a higher power, and even an increase in intuitive abilities.

Dr. Miller dives into the shocking truth about why medicine is failing us in treating depression & anxiety—and what you can do about it without relying on SSRIs—how serving others can be the key to lifting yourself up, and what structured religion is missing when it comes to fostering true spiritual awareness.

Dr. Lisa Miller also breaks down:

- 4 powerful steps to living a fully integrated spiritual life (no need for psychedelics or one-off altered states!)

- Purpose of suffering in your spiritual path & how it can lead to growth

- Spiritual solution to depression

- 3 simple techniques to quiet your mind enough to hear messages from the universe

- Why loving your enemy is a game-changer for spiritual growth

- Practical tips to cultivate a deeper connection to our higher selves and the divine

If you're ready to break free from the conventional and tap into a higher consciousness, you NEED to TUNE IN to MBB today!

Dr. Lisa Miller's book, THE AWAKENED BRAIN: https://a.co/d/iaBHLXU

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CIA Tactics to SPOT Liars, Narcissists, Manipulators, & Learn to Control Your Emotions to Get AHEAD!

Andrew Bustamante (Ex-covert CIA spy, decorated military combat veteran, & founder of Everyday Spy) details his path into the world of espionage!

You’re either controlling or being controlled. Learn the difference.

This episode has practical tips and tools to protect yourself and get what you want in life. From learning to CONNECT WITH ANYONE, why YOU SHOULD TALK LESS, to the shocking impact of a new world order on global politics & detect when someone is LYING.

Andrew Bustamante also breaks down:

- Who makes the BEST CIA agents?

- Dark truth behind high rates of drug & alcohol abuse, divorce, & adultery among spies

- Why sexpionage is a real thing (and how much PAPERWORK is involved)

- STRESS of being a spy & how Andrew dealt with it

- How he predicted the U.S. Presidential election before it even began

- Why he believes America faces a decade of discomfort

- How we’re all being manipulated & controlled by hidden forces

- Tiny weapons & surveillance tools used in spy life

- What it’s like being married to ANOTHER spy

- How CIA & military agencies are pushing for better mental & physical health in agents (& why it matters for you too)

This episode gives SURPRISING ways you can break free, get ahead, & navigate uncertain times. If you’ve ever been curious about the secret world of spies, politics, and survival tactics, you can’t afford to miss this episode of MBB! 

Want to learn more from Andy?

Find your Spy Superpower: https://yt.everydayspy.com/MayimBialiksBreakdown

Follow Andy on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@Andrew-Bustamante

Explore Spy School: https://everydayspy.com/

Join the podcast: https://youtube.com/@EverydaySpyPodcast

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You're likely NOT getting this information from your doctor. 

Top Menopause Doctor, Dr. Sharon Malone (OB/GYN, Certified Menopause Practitioner, Chief Medical Advisor at Alloy Women’s Health, author of Grown Woman Talk) reveals the TRUTH about menopause, from its effects on physical, mental, & emotional health and avoiding the "inevitable" effects of aging, to debunking the wildest myths about sex & hormones. 

Find out why waiting it out is NOT the answer, and discover the best treatments, including lifestyle hacks for a smoother ride.

Fellas and folks without uteruses - this one’s for YOU too! If you love a woman, you NEED to watch this. Learn how to support the women in your life through menopause!

Dr. Sharon Malone also breaks down: 

- Menopause vs Perimenopause: What’s the difference?

- Early symptoms you didn’t know were menopause-related!

- The REAL scoop on hormone therapy: Is it safe or risky?

- Why divorce rate peaks in menopausal years

- Why piecemeal treatment is ineffective & a holistic approach is best

- Why we weren’t told about the reality of menopause symptoms

- Is it a lack of libido or is it your relationship?

- Shocking connection between menopause and your brain, heart, skin, & sex life!

- Benefits of social connection & weight training during menopause

- Why this phase of life could be the start of a HAPPIER future

If you’ve ever wondered what’s really going on inside during menopause, TUNE IN to MBB for the best rundown of what menopause actually is that you’ve ever heard - Unlock the secrets to surviving and thriving through this life stage!

Dr. Sharon Malone's Book, GROWN WOMAN TALK: Your Guide to Getting and Staying Healthy: https://www.drsharonmalone.com/book

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The Truth About How Your Brain Really Works You NEVER Knew! 

The Neuroscience Secret to Feeling Stress Free and Increasing Your Intuition!

You’ve heard the myth: left brain = logic, right brain = emotions. BUT WHAT IF EVERYTHING YOU KNOW IS WRONG?

Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor, renowned Harvard neuroanatomist and author of My Stroke of Insight and Whole Brain Living, is here to DESTROY this misconception and reveal how understanding the full power of your brain can TRANSFORM your life!

Dr. Taylor shares her incredible insights after suffering a life-threatening brain hemorrhage & stroke, which not only led her to become the expert in how our brains shape our perception, emotions, and reality, but also changed her perception of life and death forever. Find out how the 4 different characters of the brain control your actions, thoughts, and relationships – and how you can take CONTROL over your emotions and mental state.

Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor also breaks down:

- How trauma, pain, and even ruminating thoughts are all connected to your brain's wiring and how YOU can fix it

- Why cruelty might just be a reflection of someone's inner trauma – and how to heal from it

- The secret to unlocking more joy and awe in your life (your brain is wired for it!)

- How meditation, gratitude, and physical awareness can bring you back to the present moment & into deeper harmony with yourself.

- Tips on how to move past your emotional triggers, address cravings, and even tap into alternate energy frequencies to shift your mindset

- Her take on psychedelics and their connection to the rise of schizophrenia

This is an episode that will leave you questioning EVERYTHING you thought you knew about your brain, your emotions, and your life. TUNE IN to MBB today!!

Dr. Jill Bolte Taylor's Books:

- Whole Brain Living: https://www.drjilltaylor.com/whole-brain-living/

- My Stroke of Insight: https://www.drjilltaylor.com/my-stroke-of-insight/

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