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#636: Today, we're joined by Elizabeth Vargas, an Emmy Award-winning journalist who has traveled the world covering breaking news stories, reporting in-depth investigations, and conducting newsmaker interviews. We're sitting down with Elizabeth today to discuss her story and her memoir, 'Between Breaths,' which delves into her addiction journey. We discuss everything from what a productive conversation looks like and how to ask the right questions, to her struggle with alcoholism and how she hid it from TV cameras for over a decade. She also gives the audience tips on how to filter through misinformation and media bias to find factual information about current events.

[01:17] Introduction to Elizabeth Vargas [02:47] Childhood and Career Aspirations [03:26] Career Aspirations and Journalism [04:27] Interviewing Skills [08:06] Conducting Interviews and Reading People [11:32] Katie Couric's Interview Skills [12:46] Changes in Journalism and News Consumption [16:36] Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s Podcast Interview [16:52] Alcoholism and Anxiety [30:55] Alcoholism and High Functioning Addiction [39:51] Rehab Experiences and Support [48:02] Balancing Career, Personal Life, and Addiction [48:36] Writing a Book and Feeling Alone in Addiction [49:55] Books about Alcoholism and Addiction [56:39] the Detrimental Effects of Alcohol [58:30] Alcohol Consumption and its Consequences [1:02:16] Trustworthy Sources of News [1:06:23] Reporting in the Middle East and the New Show [1:11:36] Working Relationships and Collaboration

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#635: Today, we're sitting down with Katie Lee Biegel, American cookbook author, television food critic, and novelist. This conversation covers a lot of ground, including how she got her start on television, what it was like being fired by Andy Cohen, and how she became a big-time TV name. She also goes over her personal life, how she and her husband got together, her experience dating, and her experience with IVF. She also gives listeners tips on how to uncomplicate cooking and shares her go-to recipes that are set to impress at any dinner party.

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#634: Today, Lauryn and Michael are sitting down for a solo episode to give you their best gift recommendations. They dive into how to give the best gift to every person in your life and provide tips on choosing the perfect gifts. They also present gift options for any genre of present you want to give, including skincare, exercise, non-toxic products, and more. Finally, they discuss the one gift that never fails to impress and go over all their gift guide tips

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#633: Today, we're sitting down with Jackie Goldschneider, an American TV personality known for her role in Season 11 of 'The Real Housewives of New Jersey.' Jackie joins us to discuss her struggle with anorexia and how that has impacted her life and daily experiences. She delves into her general experience with an eating disorder (ED), how her time on RHONJ has affected her struggle with anorexia, and why she's so public about her journey. She also shares insights into what helped her recover, what it's like to have an ED while being a TV personality, and how she gained her self-worth after years of struggle.

To connect with Jackie Goldschneider click HERE To connect with Lauryn Evarts Bosstick click HERE To connect with Michael Bosstick click HERE Read More on The Skinny Confidential HERE To subscribe to our YouTube Page click HERE For Detailed Show Notes visit TSCPODCAST.COM To Call the Him & Her Hotline call: 1-833-SKINNYS (754-6697) This episode is brought to you by The Skinny Confidential. This episode is brought to you by AG1 If you want to take ownership of your health, it starts with AG1. Go to drinkAG1.com/SKINNY to get a free 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase. This episode is brought to you by Thrive Market Thrive Market is the go-to for all of your grocery and household essentials- and it's all conveniently delivered to your doorstep. Get 30% off your first order, plus a free $60 gift at thrivemarket.com/skinny or use code SKINNY at checkout. This episode is brought to you by Wella Wella Professionals just released its most luxurious hair care line; Ultimate Repair. You can purchase The Ultimate Repair Miracle Hair Rescue at Ulta stores, or Amazon.com. This episode is brought to you by WeightWatchers WeightWatchers is the #1 doctor recommended weight-management program and the trusted authority in evidence based weight-health. Visit ww.com/tsc to see if you qualify, and if you do, use code TSC25 to get one free month plus $25 off your second month. This episode is brought to you by The Farmer's Dog It's never been easier to invest in your dog's health with fresh food. Get 50% off your first box & free shipping by going to thefarmersdog.com/skinny Produced by Dear Media

#632: Today, Lauryn is sitting down solo to go over all things red flags. She delves into relationships, business, friendships, and everything in between. She gives tips on how to recognize a red flag and avoid specific situations. Lauryn also shares some of her green flags and how to navigate them. She dives into the connection between your self-worth and how you let people treat you, providing listeners with tips on how to recognize an unhealthy situation.

To connect with Lauryn Evarts Bosstick click HERE To connect with Michael Bosstick click HERE Read More on The Skinny Confidential HERE To subscribe to our YouTube Page click HERE For Detailed Show Notes visit TSCPODCAST.COM To Call the Him & Her Hotline call: 1-833-SKINNYS (754-6697) This episode is brought to you by The Skinny Confidential. This episode is brought to you by Ring Concierge Ring Concierge is the leading luxury jeweler committed to designing for women, by women. Use code SKINNYRC20 and save 20% on any fine jewelry at ringconcierge.com This episode is brought to you by Caraway Caraway Home's non-toxic kitchen wares are all designed for the modern home and feature a chemical-free ceramic coating, so food can be prepared with peace of mind that no hard-to-pronounce compound will leach into your healthy ingredients. Visit Carawayhome.com/SKINNY10 or use code SKINNY10 at checkout to receive up to 20% off your next order. This episode is brought to you by Cymbiotika Cymbiotika is a health supplement company, designing sophisticated organic formulations that are scientifically proven to increase vitality and longevity by filling nutritional gaps that result from our modern day diet. Use code SKINNY at checkout to receive 20% off your purchase at cymbiotika.com This episode is brought to you by Branch Basics The Branch Basics Premium Starter Kit will provide you with everything you need to replace all of your toxic cleaning products in your home. It's really a no-brainer. Go to branchbasics.com and use code SKINNY for 15% off their starter kit and free shipping. This episode is brought to you Primally Pure Primally Pure has harnessed the power of natural ingredients in their complete line of non-toxic beauty products. Visit primallypure.com and use code SKINNY at checkout for 15% off your order. This episode is brought to you by Drizly Drizly is the go-to app for drink delivery. Download the Drizly app or go to Drizly.com. Produced by Dear Media

#631: Today, we're sitting down with Lauryn's esthetician of over 15 years, Staci Christie. Staci spent 15 years working in plastic surgery where she learned the ins and outs of facial aesthetics and worked with cutting-edge technology. She combined her knowledge, expertise, and passion to develop her own, one-of-a-kind techniques that she uses today at her anti-aging skin care and wellness boutique. Today, Staci joins us to give the audience all the best skincare tips that both Lauryn and Michael have implemented over the years. She tells us the absolute best and worst things you can do for your skin, how to achieve the best skin of your life, and how to sculpt the perfect skincare routine. We also discuss filler, when to start and when to stop, and how to naturally achieve the perfect facelift. To connect with Staci Christie click HERE To connect with Lauryn Evarts Bosstick click HEREL To connect with Michael Bosstick click HERE Read More on The Skinny Confidential HERE To subscribe to our YouTube Page click HERE For Detailed Show Notes visit TSCPODCAST.COM To Call the Him & Her Hotline call: 1-833-SKINNYS (754-6697) This episode is brought to you by The Skinny Confidential. This episode is brought to you by Betterhelp BetterHelp is online therapy that offers video, phone, and even live chat-only therapy sessions. So you don't have to see anyone on camera if you don't want to. It's much more affordable than in-person therapy & you can be matched with a therapist in under 48 hours. Our listeners get 10% off their first month at betterhelp.com/skinny. This episode is brought to you by Wella Wella Professionals just released its most luxurious hair care line; Ultimate Repair. You can purchase The Ultimate Repair Miracle Hair Rescue at Ulta stores, or go to wella.com to learn more. This episode is brought to you by Caraway Caraway Home's non-toxic kitchen wares are all designed for the modern home and feature a chemical-free ceramic coating, so food can be prepared with peace of mind that no hard-to-pronounce compound will leach into your healthy ingredients. Visit Carawayhome.com/SKINNY10 or use code SKINNY10 at checkout to receive up to 20% off your next order. This episode is brought to you by HVMN Ketone-IQ™ is brain fuel. It's a clean energy boost without sugar or caffeine. Visit HVMN.com/SKINNY to receive 30% off your first subscription order of Ketone-IQ. This episode is brought to you by Zbiotics ZBiotics Pre-Alcohol Probiotic Drink is the world's first genetically engineered probiotic. Go to ZBiotics.com/SKINNY to get 15% off your first order. This episode is brought to you by AG1 If you want to take ownership of your health, it starts with AG1. Go to drinkAG1.com/SKINNY to get a free 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase. Produced by Dear Media

#630: Today, we're sitting down with Jenna Lyons. You may know her from Real Housewives of New York City, but Lyons rose to fame in the early 2010s as the lead designer for J.Crew; her work at the time popularized the concept of 'high-low dressing' and earned her the title of the 'Woman Who Dresses America' due to the massive success of her campaign to reinvigorate the then-struggling brand. Today, we sit down with Jenna to discuss topics ranging from childhood and how to build resilience to her experience on RHONYC and how that's shaped the way she sets boundaries. She also gets into career development, dating advice, and what men can do in their relationships to keep the spark alive.

To connect with Jenna Lyons click HERE To connect with Lauryn Evarts Bosstick click HERE To connect with Michael Bosstick click HERE Read More on The Skinny Confidential HERE To subscribe to our YouTube Page click HERE For Detailed Show Notes visit TSCPODCAST.COM To Call the Him & Her Hotline call: 1-833-SKINNYS (754-6697) This episode is brought to you by The Skinny Confidential. Click HERE to shop the last day of our Cyber Monday sale. This episode is brought to you by Alo Moves Alo Moves has always been inspired by a single goal: to empower people to live healthier, more fulfilled lives. Alo Moves is the streaming on-demand platform with yoga, fitness, and meditation classes. Go to Alomoves.com and get 1 year of Alo Moves for only $99 with code SKINNY99 at checkout. This episode is brought to you by Quince Get affordable luxury with Quince. Go to Quince.com/skinny to get free shipping and 365-day returns on your next order. This episode is brought to you by Just Thrive These days, stress seems to hit us from every possible angle in any environment at any time, day after day. Enter Just Calm - the breakthrough new stress and mood support formula from Just Thrive. Get 20% off a bottle of Just Thrive probiotic + Just Calm supplement at justthrivehealth.com or use code SKINNY90 at checkout. This episode is brought to you by Canopy Canopy just released a new filtered shower head that greatly reduces contaminants and odor in your water, leaving you with glowing hair and skin. Visit getcanopy.co and use code SKINNY for an additional 10% off your purchase. This episode is brought to you by WeightWatchers WeightWatchers is the #1 doctor recommended weight-management program and the trusted authority in evidence-based weight-health. Visit ww.com/tsc to see if you qualify, and if you do, use code TSC25 to get one free month plus $25 off your second month. This episode is brought to you by L'Oreal Discover the new Bright Reveal Dark Spot Duo! Visit Target online and in-store to buy yours today. Produced by Dear Media

#629: Today, we're sitting down with Zac Posen. Zac became fashion's newest star in 2002 when his alluringly feminine dresses made their New York City runway debut. Though he was still rather young to be a business owner, Posen earned enthusiastic write-ups on the pages of Vogue and other esteemed fashion magazines for his creative flair. Today, we sit down with Zac to talk all things fashion and how to get started in the fashion industry. He goes into how he became interested in design, the competitiveness of the industry, and gives the audience tips on how to make it in the fashion world.

To connect with Zac Posen click HERE To connect with Lauryn Evarts Bosstick click HERE To connect with Michael Bosstick click HERE Read More on The Skinny Confidential HERE To subscribe to our YouTube Page click HERE For Detailed Show Notes visit TSCPODCAST.COM To Call the Him & Her Hotline call: 1-833-SKINNYS (754-6697) This episode is brought to you by The Skinny Confidential. Get 20% off The Skinny Confidential products until 11/27 at midnight on Amazon or our website. This episode is brought to you by Cymbiotika Cymbiotika is a health supplement company, designing sophisticated organic formulations that are scientifically proven to increase vitality and longevity by filling nutritional gaps that result from our modern day diet. Use code SKINNY at checkout to receive 15% off your purchase at cymbiotika.com This episode is brought to you by AG1 If you want to take ownership of your health, it starts with AG1. Go to drinkAG1.com/SKINNY to get a free 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase. This episode is brought to you by Wella Wella Professionals just released its most luxurious hair care line; Ultimate Repair. You can purchase The Ultimate Repair Miracle Hair Rescue at Ulta stores, or go to wella.com to learn more. This episode is brought to you by Armra ARMRA Colostrum strengthens immunity, ignites metabolism, fortifies gut health, activates hair growth and skin radiance, and powers fitness performance and recovery. Visit www.tryamra.com/skinny or use code SKINNY40 at checkout for 40% off your black Friday or Cyber Monday auto-ship order. Produced by Dear Media

#628: Today, we're sitting down with Dr. Mark Burhenne, a bestselling author and family and sleep medicine dentist who has been in private practice for nearly 35 years. He has focused on patient-centered and preventative dental healthcare, with patients coming to him from all over the world. Today, Dr. Mark joins us to discuss how your oral microbiome contributes to your overall health. We explore how certain dental products can be detrimental to your health and what to replace them with, how to achieve the healthiest smile possible, and how to whiten your teeth safely. He also dives into the benefits of mouth taping, tongue scraping, and provides advice on how to prevent issues like bad breath and high blood pressure.

To connect with Dr, Mark Burhenne click HERE To connect with Lauryn Evarts Bosstick click HERE To connect with Michael Bosstick click HERE Read More on The Skinny Confidential HERE To subscribe to our YouTube Page click HERE For Detailed Show Notes visit TSCPODCAST.COM To Call the Him & Her Hotline call: 1-833-SKINNYS (754-6697) This episode is brought to you by The Skinny Confidential This episode is brought to you by Ritual Start a daily ritual that you can feel good about. Visit ritual.com/SKINNY to receive 30% off your first month of Ritual. This episode is brought to you by Vegamour Give your hair the power of the little pink bottle. Visit vegamour.com/SKINNY and use code SKINNY at checkout to receive the best deals for Vegamour's Black Friday and Cyber Monday sale. This episode is brought to you by WeightWatchers WeightWatchers is the #1 doctor recommended weight-management program and the trusted authority in evidence based weight-health. Visit ww.com/tsc to see if you qualify, and if you do, use code TSC25 to get one free month plus $25 off your second month. This episode is brought to you by Caraway Caraway Home's non-toxic kitchen wares are all designed for the modern home and feature a chemical-free ceramic coating, so food can be prepared with peace of mind that no hard-to-pronounce compound will leach into your healthy ingredients. Visit Carawayhome.com/SKINNY10 or use code SKINNY10 at checkout to receive up to 20% off your next order. This episode is brought to you by OneSkin Visit oneskin.co and use code SKINNY15 at checkout for 15% off your first purchase. Produced by Dear Media

#627: Today, we're joined on the show by Mauricio Umansky. Mauricio is the founder and CEO of The Agency, representing some of the world's top celebrities, developers, and resort brands. Along with his Netflix series 'Buying Beverly Hills,' he has appeared on over 12 seasons of 'The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills' with his wife of over twenty-six years, Kyle Richards. Mauricio sits down with us today to discuss all things real estate, how he started from the bottom and paved his way towards creating one of the largest real estate businesses on the globe, and he gives his best business advice for anybody who's starting out in their career. He also discusses what everyone wants to know, diving into the state of his marriage, how he copes with the media noise, and answers the questions of if he will be pulling back from the spotlight. He finally gets into his experience on 'Dancing With The Stars,' what it's taught him and more, and gives advice to both couples and parents on how to produce a strong family.

To connect with Mauricio Umansky click HERE To connect with Lauryn Evarts Bosstick click HERE To connect with Michael Bosstick click HERE Read More on The Skinny Confidential HERE To subscribe to our YouTube Page click HERE For Detailed Show Notes visit TSCPODCAST.COM To Call the Him & Her Hotline call: 1-833-SKINNYS (754-6697) This episode is brought to you by The Skinny Confidential This episode is brought to you by Momentous Visit livemomentous.com/skinny and use code SKINNY at checkout for 15% off your first purchase. This episode is brought to you by JSHealth JSHealth Vitamins is a science-focused vitamin and wellness brand that provides targeted formulas to help you meet your personal health goals, created using the highest quality ingredients backed by research. Go to jshealthvitamins.com/skinny and use code SKINNY for 25% your order or first subscription until the end of 2023. This episode is brought to you by LMNT LMNT is a tasty electrolyte drink that has everything you need and nothing you don't. It contains a science-backed electrolyte ratio: 1000mg sodium, 200mg potassium, and 60mg magnesium. Get a free sample pack with any purchase at drinkLMNT.com/SKINNY This episode is brought to you by the Natural Diamonds Council From Canada to Africa to Australia, the natural diamond industry has transformed local communities from which the diamonds originate with healthcare, education, and infrastructure over the last two decades and is committed to continued progress. Discover so many more natural diamond truths at naturaldiamonds.com/thankyou This episode is brought to you by Beekeepers Naturals Beekeepers Naturals is female-founded and the products are clean and effective, third-party tested for all pesticides, and the brand is dedicated to sustainable beekeeping and helping save the bees. Get 30% off your first order before 11/30 at beekeepersnaturals.com and use code SKINNY at checkout. This episode is brought to you by AG1 If you want to take ownership of your health, it starts with AG1. Go to drinkAG1.com/SKINNY to get a free 1-year supply of Vitamin D3K2 AND 5 free AG1 Travel Packs with your first purchase. Produced by Dear Media