Not So Hollywood w/ Adrianna Costa

'The Voice' Winner, known by many as 'Curly Sue', Alisan Porter joins us this week. Alisan talks with Adrianna about her long career in Hollywood. What was life like on set as child actor, where she starred along with and hung out with Keanu Reeves, Joaquin Phoenix, and River Phoenix, among others? Did she have a childhood crush on one of them? Yes! Guess which one...or two! What was life like as a child in Hollywood? Her answer might surprise you! Plus, winning ‘The Voice’- how it changed or didn’t change her life! Alisan is very vocal about how ‘The Voice’ treats its winners. Then, life now making music, especially with her friend Adam Lambert. And, of course- life at home with her husband. It’s so ‘Not So Hollywood.’ Enjoy! This is our last episode of Season One! Thank you for listening- and watching over on Youtube! Season Two coming soon!

Jessica Hall joins Not So Hollywood this week. The famous Playboy model, TV host and media personality sits down with Adrianna to discuss her long career-- how Playboy found her, her first impressions of the Playboy Mansion, life while working day in and day out for Playboy, and what it did for her career after. The answers might not be what you expect! They also talk about her being married and having a successful marriage through it all! Plus, life now as a mom of two! We appreciate all of you who come back each week and all of you who have found us for the first time!

We are back this week with Catt Sadler, the Emmy-winning entertainment journalist, host of 'It Sure Is A Beautiful Day' and former host of E! News. Catt recently made headlines after revealing she had a facelift. Adrianna and Catt go deep in to self-discovery and aging. And why did Catt decided to do it? What pressures did she or didn't she feel while making the decision? They also talk Catt's career and her very public decision to leave E! News. Plus, life now with her podcast and in a very 'Not So Hollywood' moment- moving to a new home. Hope everyone is having a wonderful summer! Thank you for joining us!

Dan Cortese joins Not So Hollywood this week! Cor-Tez, Cor-TEESE... Cor-TEESE-EE... People have wondered for years! Guess which one works for him? Or, just call him MIMBO for all of us Seinfeld fans. Dan and Adrianna get into the name and deep into that famous 'Step Off' episode! How did it happen, what happened to Dan the next day after 30+ million people saw that episode? And what happened when he ran in to Jerry years later? Plus, how Dan went from a PA to hosting his own show on ESPN....while still making PA money! Then, Adrianna and Dan discuss the late, great Kirstie Alley and what exactly happened on a very famous night they spent together! Dan also spills the beans on a new project he has in the works and take's Adrianna's very intense, cross that out- very FUN... 90s quiz. Dan's book 'Step Off!: My Journey from Mimbo To Manhood' is a great read! Thanks for listening!

Brandon Novak joins us this week on Not So Hollywood. From skateboarding prodigy, to reality star, to his journey with addiction, the best-selling author of 'Dreamseller' and now motivational speaker talks with Adrianna about the highs, lows, and lessons he's learned on the way. It's an engaging story, but even more so- an important story for anyone battling addiction or for anyone who is in the circle of people battling addiction. Along with 'Dreamseller', which Adrianna and Steve couldn't put down, Brandon has a new book out 'The Streets of Baltimore'. He discusses that and his new treatment facility. Brandon describes his life and journey in such detail only to help others. We hope you enjoy! Thank you!

Gavin Rossdale joins us this week on Not So Hollywood! The multi-platinum frontman of BUSH sits down to talk about the success of the band's latest album 'The Art of Survival.' Gavin had just came from his son's graduation, so Adrianna and Gavin get right in to life as a dad, particularly a rock star dad! How does co-parenting work with ex-wife Gwen Stefani? Also, the new album and life on tour NOW. Does he drink and party like the 90s? Gavin talks with Adrianna about dating-- listen to find out if he is single and how dating has been for him lately. Plus, E.P. Steve was itching to jump in and talk about his biggest hits-- where was Gavin when he wrote 'Glycerine'? What does 'Come Down' mean to him now? How does he and BUSH put a song together? There is something here for all fans of Gavin. And he was simply wonderful. Thank you for listening! You can watch this whole interview over on Youtube!

Roselyn Sanchez joins us this week on Not So Hollywood! From the hit TV shows 'Devious Maids' and 'Without a Trace' to the recent 'Fantasy Island'...to her movies and music, this ALMA award winner has sustained a long career in Hollywood. Adrianna and Roselyn talk candidly about all of that, including the huge roles she passed on and why... and how good friend Eva Longoria has helped her career. Roselyn opens up about working as a Latina in Hollywood and how her accent has been a problem at times in getting roles. Plus-- is her husband, Eric Winter, her favorite co-star ever? How do on-screen sex scenes effect real-life relationships...and how do you prepare for one anyway? Finally, who is more popular at Disneyland- Roselyn or her husband? Enjoy our conversation...laugh with us... and watch over on Youtube! Thank you for joining us!

This week on Not So Hollywood- A whirlwind tour through some of our favorite moments! How did Evan Ross meet Ashlee Simpson? How does co-parenting work for Sharna Burgess and Megan Fox [and Brian Austin Green]? What does Teddi Mellencamp have to say about the Matt Damon rumors? Bella Thorne on growing up in show business, teen acne and her business now! What does Iliza Shlesinger do when she forgets her lines? What can we learn from Dan Buettner's 'Blue Zones'...the more sex the better? It's our favorite moments from our favorite interviews! But they are just a few tasty tidbits! Check out the full interviews! Thank you for listening! You can watch too over at Youtube!

Dan Buettner is a NY Times Best Selling Author, 3 time Guinness World Record holder, Award-winning journalist... and municipal governments all over the world are seeking him out to help improve people's lives. This week we dive deep into Dan's 'BLUE ZONES'-- what are they? where are they? and what can we learn? Does marriage.. sex... wine help you live longer? If So, Why? Cut out junk food? His answer may surprise you. Plus, Dan's stories from his world record bike rides-- the beautiful moments and the tough trials. What did he learn? And, a recent road trip through Vietnam with Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson! How did that go? Finally, Adrianna asks Dan for an spur of the moment Blue Zones quiz! Does she pass? Take a listen... and watch over on Youtube! Thank you for joining us!

Award-winning comedian Iliza Shlesinger has us laughing this week on Not So Hollywood. Adrianna and Iliza get into everything from the state of comedy right now... what is too far, have we gone too far... and what is off limits?... to success in this business- do you want it right away or do you want it over time?...to who makes Iliza laugh and what does she do that drives her husband crazy? She calls him directly to find out! Plus making movies, TV shows, and how Iliza's supporting up and coming comedians. All that and more this week! Iliza is on tour all summer... go see her in person!