Pardon My Success

For the Season 4 finale we're sitting down with director Kellen Gibbs and actors Ka’Prise Colvin & Jordan Knapp to talk all about their brand new film "The Novel" premiering this Saturday at the NoHo CineFest in Burbank!

We chat about what it was like developing, acting in, and directing an independent feature, how the film came together in under two years, and the wild world of film festivals.

Come see the premiere this Saturday 8/30 at 6:45pm at NoHo CineFest in Burbank: https://nohocinefest.ticketbud.com/the-novel

The Novel

IG @thenovelfilm

Kellen Gibbs ⁨

IG @kellengibbs

Ka'Prise Colvin

IG @kaprisecolvin

Jordan Knapp

IG @nottherealjk

Season 5 will be returning 10.6 @9pm PST / 10.7 @midnight EST

Pardon My Success

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Alma Sever is bringing women together through improvised music and finding her own sound in the industry!! This week we swap stories of the musical requirements of immigrant parents, learn some beginner guitar basics, and end with a lil musical number :)

Alma is carving her own path in the entertainment industry through music and production, and shares what it’s been like navigating expectations, finding her creative voice, and starting Clam Jams: a community for women to come together and get more comfortable with playing music together.

Alma Sever

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Pardon My Success

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This week we sit down and stretch it out with the incredible Katherine Moore, a yogi, sommelier, and founder of Sipasana, the perfect blend of yoga and wine tasting! We chat about her journey blending movement, mindfulness, and taste-making as we dive into how she built her own business while working full time as a publicist. Then we take our conversation onto the sand as we co-host a magical Beach Flow Yoga Day with sips & snacks in Hermosa Beach!!

Katherine Moore IGs

Sipasana: @sipasana

Instagram: @katlaumoo

Sipasana Website

Pardon My Success

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This week we sit down for an interview and Crying on cCue workshop with the powerhouse that is Sadie Katz. With hundreds of credits to her name as an actor, writer, director, and producer, Sadie talks about what it really takes to build a lasting career in Hollywood. From the difficult realities of breaking into the industry to balancing creative integrity and survival, Sadie opens up about her creative journey. Listen to this episode to learn all about finding that spark, staying inspired, and outlasting the competition in a business that’s constantly evolving!

Sadie Katz ⁨@sadiekatz⁩

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Pardon My Success

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This week we’re taking a lil trip to Phoenix, Arizona!! As The Mei of Honor, I flew out to help my best friend, Kristina Major, pick up her wedding dress before she does a huge cross country move! We spent the weekend reliving our college holiday weekends, watching John Mulaney, enjoying endless sips & snacks, and having so much fun. Before Jake and I test our Kristina Knowledge with Bridal Trivia, we also tried our best at Lane Park with curling and axe throwing, went all out at Top Golf, and (when we could avoid the heat) spent lots of time with Artie at the dog park ⛳🐾

Kristina Major IG @kristina_major

Jake Haddad IG @jakehaddad77

Pardon My Success

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All the way from Season 1 we have return PMS guest, Joel Bouchard!! Psychology doctoral candidate, published author, musician, and host of the philosophy podcast ⁨@FromNowheretoNothing⁩ , Joel really is the ultimate overachiever (but always in the name of fun). This week we talk about the intersections of art, science, philosophy, and joy—and why chasing curiosity is more conducive to accomplishment and success than chasing perfection.

Joel Bouchard

Listen to From Nowhere to Nothing

Joel's Music

The Sleeper, The Scholar, and The Stryx

Pardon My Success

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Before there were "foodies”, there was Stephanie and her super tasting taste buds and ⁨@TheDiningDolls . In this episode, she breaks down how she helped pioneer the food blogging game, built an irresistible dessert brand, and how she stays creatively inspired in a world that’s constantly scrolling. We talk about the power of storytelling through food, the secrets to going viral authentically, and why meringue is the ultimate food. If you’re a content creator, dreamer, or just someone who loves a good bite, you're gonna love the tale of The Dining Dolls :)

Stephanie Garofano

IG @TheDiningDolls & @malibumeringue

TikTok @TheDiningDolls

YouTube @TheDiningDolls

Pardon My Success

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This week we sit down with actress and reality TV icon Carly Reeves to talk about the highs, lows, and Hollywood legacy that has shaped her path in entertainment. From building her own career in film and TV to navigating the wild world of internet notoriety, Carly shares what it’s really like to grow up around A-list icons while carving out a name of her own. With honesty, humor, and lots of heart, she opens up about the pressures young women face in the industry, the hustle professional artists face behind the scenes, and how she’s defining success on her own terms. With stories ranging from casting couches to on-set medical emergencies, Carly teaches us the importance of sticking up for yourself along with some scene-study memorization tips along the way.

What about you? Will you Claim Your Fame?

Carly Reeves

IG @itscarlyreeves

⁨YT @TheLitleqtpi⁩

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Pardon My Success

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This week we sit down with music industry drumming icon, author, professor, and legend, Coach Bobby Borg to break down the essential business fundamentals every musician needs to succeed!! Hear directly from the man who turned down another tour with Warrant to write 10 books and develop programs at the Musicians Institute, to then teach at UCLA and USC. Learn how to manage your brand and understand music business as Bobby shares personal stories and real world insights for artists who want to turn their passion into a profession. You can do this! Take it from us, two musicians who want to make it a better industry for all musicians :)

Bobby Borg

IG @bobbyborgmusicbusiness

YouTube @bobbyborg

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After months of researching the whereabouts of the Artist and Alien known as BOYPOP, we finally found him... and he is absolutely out of this world! In this once in a lifetime interview, we get a sneak peak inside the home and mind of BOYPOP (and BoyPup) from Planet Pop to learn all about the extraterrestrial tunes he is bringing to Earth.

Enjoy this in-depth chat with an Alien as we uncover the real reasons the human race hasn't been invaded yet, the types of foods and drinks available in space, and the powerful (and incredibly important!) role that music plays in all of our lives.

BOYPOP

IG @boypopmusic

LinkTree

Kayla Barbara

IG @kaydesignandstyling & @minishakabrand

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