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Ep 100Creating A Job That Doesn’t Exist Yet with Reformation’s Chief Sustainability Officer, Kathleen Talbot

Today we’re joined by Reformation’s Chief Sustainability Officer, Kathleen Talbot. Since starting at the brand eight years ago, Talbot has been at the forefront of building one of fashion’s most sustainable businesses today, implementing game-changing methods like the Ref Scale, their sustainability reports, and eco-conscious partners around the world. In this episode, she gives aspiring designers a playbook on how to create a sustainable business - from your fabrics to your people - and her vision for the future of fashion. Love the show? Follow us and leave a review! And for more behind-the-scenes, follow Liv on Instagram, @LivvPerez. OUAI use code FRIEND for 15% off your entire purchase at theouai.com Waterdrop use code FRIENDOFAFRIEND for 15% off at waterdrop.com Memore get 30% off at yourmemore.com/friend Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 4, 202136 min

Ep 99Amber Mark on Her New Album, Growing Up in a Tibetan Monastery, And Overcoming Doubt

Today we’re joined by Grammy nominated singer, songwriter, and producer Amber Mark. With songs like Lose My Cool, Monsoon, and Competition, Amber talks about her rise from exploding on SoundCloud overnight, to her upcoming announced album Three Dimensions Deep, and her hilarious new YouTube show, Twice Baked. Love the show? Follow us and leave a review! And for more behind-the-scenes, follow Liv on Instagram, @LivvPerez. Sponsored by InkeyList theinkeylist.com SI x NastyGal:Shop the collection exclusively on the Nasty Gal app and at nastygal.com Vitruvi vitruvi.com/friendofafriend code FRIEND20 Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 27, 202131 min

Ep 98Liv Debriefs NYFW - Behind the Scenes, The Met Gala, and A Viral Tik Tok Moment

Liv and her producer Christiana are back together again for the ultimate NYFW/Met Gala debrief. After two weeks in NYC, the stories are abundant - from behind-the-scenes of the fashion shows, to their favorite and not so favorite looks at the Met, to Liv randomly going viral on Tik Tok. We also answer some of your questions from Instagram like how to make connections at fashion week, to how brand deals work, and more. Love the show? Follow us and leave a review! And for more behind-the-scenes, follow Liv on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/livvperez/ Sponsored by WaterDrop waterdrop.com code: FRIENDOFAFRIEND Nasty Gal x Sports Illustrated shop the collection here BetterHelp betterhelp.com/friend Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 20, 202134 min

Ep 97Meet Fashion’s Rising Star, Christopher John Rogers (Re-Air)

In honor of NYFW in full swing, we’re bringing back one of our most beloved episodes with the one and only Christopher John Rogers. This episode was recorded in September 2019. If you Google the name Christopher John Rogers, a slew of articles will come up with all the same title: "Meet Christopher John Rogers, Fashion's Next Big Thing." At just 25-years-old, Christopher is one of the youngest break-out designers on the fashion scene. Although he made his Fashion Week debut just a month ago, Christopher has garnered industry-wide acclaim through his unapologetically joyful and colorful designs. His collection was met with a standing ovation and rave reviews from Vogue, WWD, and more. He was a 2019 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund finalist, and his clothes have been worn by Michelle Obama, Rihanna, SZA, Tracee Ellis Ross, and Cardi B. In this episode, Christopher and I talk about creating glamour in a not-so-glamorous world, representation in the fashion industry, and how a Baton Rogue-born designer plans to make it big in the Big Apple. This episode was recorded in September 2019. Follow Christopher on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/christopherjohnrogers/ Love the show? Follow us and leave a review! And for more behind-the-scenes, follow Liv on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/livvperez/ Sponsored by Paypal Get $10 cashback on your first purchase of $20 or more with the PayPal or Venmo app.Memore yourmemore.com/friend for 30% off at checkout Waterdrop waterdrop.com code FRIENDOFAFRIEND for 15% off Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 13, 202141 min

Ep 96My Interview with Dr. Fauci

Last week, I got to sit down with Dr. Fauci to talk about the importance of getting vaccinated. If you're not vaccinated, head to madetosave.org/vaccines to learn more. If you are vaccinated, check in with your friends, family, and community! Get involved with the #MadeToSave campaign at MadeToSave.org/act This interview is also available to watch on Instagram @LivvPerez https://www.instagram.com/livvperez/ Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 6, 202111 min

Ep 95How To Scientifically Work Out For Your Body ft. P.Volve’s Julie Cartwright

Have you ever thought about how your workouts are created and why you do them? Today we’re going behind-the-scenes of P.Volve, the beloved workout brand that’s function-first, high intensity but low impact, and backed by science to give you the best body, pain free. In this episode, we’re joined by Julie Cartwright, the President of the company, to talk about growing a company that's become the go-to workout for millions across the country, the expansion of the brand to digital, and the future of fitness. Want to join a class? Sign up for P.Volve here https://www.pvolve.com Love the show? Follow us and leave a review! And for more behind-the-scenes, follow Liv on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/livvperez/ Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 30, 202144 min

Ep 94How Aleali May Manifested Her Way To A Nike Collaboration That Made History

Meet Aleali May - she’s the queen of sneakers, a stylist, designer and a major force in fashion. She’s the first woman to ever design at Jordan 1 and a unisex Air Jordan, has styled talent like Kendrick Lamar, and is bonafide street style icon for her work with brands like Louis Vuitton and Chanel. This week we sat down to talk about how she manifested her dream collaboration, how she stays inspired as a creative, to her best advice for fellow sneaker heads. Follow Aleali on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/alealimay/ Love the show? Follow us and leave a review! And for more behind-the-scenes, follow Liv on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/livvperez/ Sponsors: Memore: yourmemore.com/friend for 30% off at checkout Paypal: To get $10 cashback on your first transaction of $20 or more, just head to your local CVS and pay using your PayPal or Venmo app. paypal.com/friendBetterHelp: betterhelp.com/friend Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 23, 202146 min

Ep 93A Fashion Debrief with Style Maven Chrissy Rutherford: Brands To Watch, Personal Style, And More

You know those friends who you have the most epic conversations with? Well Chrissy Rutherford is that friend. Whether we’re bumping into each other at a party or catching up over FaceTime, I know a Chrissy Conversation is always going to be a monumental one. We talk about everything under the sun - things we’re interested in, people catching our eye, random things we see on Twitter, what’s on our brains - but no matter what it is - I always leave feeling like my cup is 100% full. When she’s not being the ultimate friend, she’s a fashion aficionado, mental health advocate, and brilliant writer. She worked as an editor at Harper’s Bazaar for a decade, building a career as a fashion and media expert, and now runs her own self discovery newsletter Fwrd Joy and works with brands like Tiffany & Co and Jimmy Choo. In today’s episode, we’re letting you in on one of our infamous fashion catch ups - from brands we love to finding your personal style, fashion week, and more. Follow Chrissy on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/khruangbin/ Subscribe to her newsletter, Fwd Joy, here https://www.chrissyrutherford.com/newsletter Learn more about 2BG Consulting here https://www.instagram.com/2bgconsulting/ Love the show? Follow us and leave a review! And for more behind-the-scenes, follow Liv on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/livvperez/ Sponsored by Waterdrop: Visit waterdrop.com, and receive 15% off with code FRIENDOFAFRIEND Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 16, 202147 min

Ep 92Khruangbin’s Laura Lee On Creating A Sound And Identity That’s Uniquely Yours

This week we’re joined by Khruangbin’s iconic bassist Laura Lee. Also known as “Leezy” on stage, Laura and her bandmates Mark and DJ have an instantly recognizable sound - a blend of funk, soul, and disco - that’s cultivated them a massive fan-base, with sold out tours, festival headlines, and collaborations with the likes of Leon Bridges. In this episode, Laura takes us through the inception of the band from their early days in Houston to the barn they record their music in, how she uses fashion to create her on-stage persona, and gives us a behind-the-scenes of their latest record, Mordechai Remixes. Mordechai Remixes is available now wherever you get your music. Get tickets to their upcoming 2021 tour now on sale here! https://www.khruangbin.com/tour Follow the band here https://www.instagram.com/khruangbin/ Love the show? Follow us and leave a review! And for more behind-the-scenes, follow Liv on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/livvperez/ Golde: use code FRIEND20 for 20% off the Collagen Boost at golde.co Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 9, 202145 min

Ep 91Catching Up with Liv

This week we’re catching up with Liv! Joined by her producer, Christiana Morgenroth, the two sit down to discuss the burning topics on their mind, from tips to staying present, the Olympics, shows they're binging, and more. Love the show? Follow us and leave a review! And for more behind-the-scenes, follow Liv on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/livvperez/ Sponsored by: Penfolds penfolds.com Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 2, 202132 min

Ep 90Gossip Girl Writer Eric Eidelstein Talks The Reboot, Working With Tavi, Twitter, and More!

Upper East Siders do we have a treat for you! Today we’re joined by Eric Eidelstein, a writer on HBO’s Gossip Girl reboot, who also happens to be one of Liv’s friends from college. From freshmen in an NYU writing class to the silver screen, Liv and Eric talk about his journey as a writer and how he got his foot in the door in the writer’s room of one of TV’s biggest shows. Eric gives us a behind-the-scenes of writing for the show - from paying homage to the original show, including some of NYC’s hottest spots, what it was like working with Tavi, to his response to some of Twitter’s most critical threads. And for aspiring writers, he also gives us his best tips for writer’s block to navigating the entertainment industry. Follow Eric on Twitter here. https://twitter.com/ericeidelstein Check out Gossip Girl on HBO Max now with new episodes every Thursday night. Love the show? Follow us and leave a review! And for more behind-the-scenes, follow Liv on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/livvperez/ Sponsored by Athleta: athleta.com Penfolds: penfolds.com CDC: vaccines.gov Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 26, 202148 min

Ep 89The Queen of LinkedIn Kim Kaupe Shares Her Best Advice On Branding Yourself, Career Hacking, and Sharing The Journey

If you’re ever in need of career advice, Kim Kaupe is your girl. She’s a founder, keynote speaker, and one-of-a-kind teacher who’s built a business on creating the ultimate feedback loop - sharing her experiences as an entrepreneur with her loyal fanbase. And believe us, she’s got experience. Her first company, ‘ZinePak (later known as the Superfan Company), garnered global praise from being named one of The Wall Street Journal’s Startup of the Year to being featured on Season 5 of ABC’s hit primetime show, Shark Tank, securing offers from 4 out of 5 sharks. After running the company for 10 years, she went off on her own and made it her mission to give back to the next generation. From worldwide stages to her online courses, Kim’s mission of investing in yourself, your career and your network has garnered the praise of corporate clients such as American Express, YPO and TEDx. She’s become LinkedIn’s favorite mentor, serving over 200,000+ students through her entrepreneur-focused LinkedIn Learning courses. In this episode, Kim talks us through her greatest career hacks, from leaning into serendipitous moments to how she makes space for creativity, to how she branded herself as your digital BFF that pushes you to win. Visit Kim’s website and check out her courses here https://kimkaupe.com Follow her on Instagram for the best career tips here https://www.instagram.com/kimkaupe/ Love the show? Follow us and leave a review! And for more behind-the-scenes, follow Liv on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/livvperez/ Sponsored by: Athleta: athleta.com Penfolds: penfolds.com Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 19, 202147 min

Ep 88How To Run A Company Like A Creative with Jaclyn Johnson

Jaclyn Johnson is the ultimate multi-hyphenate. By the time she was 28-years-old, she had already sold her first business No Subject, invested in multiple female owned startups, and launched her second multi-million dollar company, Create and Cultivate. What first started as a small conference in Palm Springs for ambitious women has now become one of the most globally recognized, fastest-growing communities for female entrepreneurs and small business owners. Jaclyn and the Create and Cultivate team host hundreds of events each year that dive deep into what it means to be an entrepreneur, with speakers like Issa Rae, Meghan Markle, Kim Kardashian, and Martha Stewart, and a digital platform with a plethora of resources for ambitious business owners. They have over 1 million women in their community, a line at Target, host one of the top business podcasts WorkParty, and so much more. In this episode, Jaclyn guides us through how she created the career she wanted and how she hopes her work will inspire you to do the same too. We also reminisce on some of our golden NYU days, some of the nitty gritty of running a business like hiring and pitching strategies, and how her business survived COVID-19 and came out with a $22M valuation. Follow Jaclyn on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/jaclynrjohnson/ Check out Create & Cultivate here https://www.createcultivate.com Love the show? Follow us and leave a review! And for more behind-the-scenes, follow Liv on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/livvperez/ Sponsored by: Golde: Use code FRIEND to get 20% off your first purchase of Coconut Collagen Boost at golde.co Athleta: athleta.com Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 12, 202148 min

Ep 87How Lara Adekoya Went From Nordstrom To LA’s Cookie Queen

When Lara Adekoya started baking during lockdown last year, she had no idea she would quickly become the cookie queen of Los Angeles. The 28-year-old baker is the founder of Fleurs et Sel, a baked goods company that releases locally in small batches, and sells out in under five minutes. After being laid off from her job as a top salesperson at Nordstrom, Lara began baking cookies and delivering them to her friends and clients around town. What was initially a fun way to spread love during tough times quickly drew lines of fans to her at-home bakery. The demand for Fleur et Sels has catapulted her to culinary success - she’s hosted pop ups at The Palisades Village and The Grove, which the legendary Mindy Weiss (who happens to be one of her old clients!) helped produce and promote, provides cookies for Netflix sets, was just featured on Good Morning America, and is only just beginning. In this episode, Lara gives us the key takeaways from her entrepreneurial journey, from maintaining relationships to customer service lessons, and how she turned her passion into a thriving business. With flavors like oatmeal raisin to sea salt chocolate, do yourself a favor and set notifications on for her Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/fleursetsel/ Cookie drops are also available on their website! https://www.fleursetsel.com Love the show? Follow us and leave a review! And for more behind-the-scenes, follow Liv on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/livvperez/ Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 28, 202144 min

Ep 86Shira Haas on Creating Empathy Through Art, Unorthodox, And Her Newest Film Asia

Shira Haas is an Israeli-born, Emmy-nominated actress who dominated our quarantine screens through her career-defining performance as Esty Shapiro in Netflix’s Unorthodox. At just 26-years-old, she’s garnered international success - but she’s no stranger to critical acclaim. She earned her first Ophir Award (Israel’s equivalent of the Academy Awards) at 19-years-old with her debut role in “Princess” - a role that she landed through a message on Facebook. And just last April, she won Best International Actress at the Tribeca Film Festival for her latest role as the lead in “Asia,” a film where she plays a young teen facing her own mortality because of an illness while also finding a connection with her mother, Asia, before it's too late. We met up in New York City to celebrate the premiere and chat about her decade long career journey, how she sees art gateway to empathy, and her best tips for becoming an actress. Love the show? Follow us and leave a review! And for more behind-the-scenes, follow Liv on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/livvperez/ Athleta: Visit Athleta in stores or online at athleta.com CDC: Find out where to get your COVID-19 vaccine near you at vaccines.gov Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 21, 202146 min

Ep 85Jon and Vinny on The Key To A Pivot, Their New Location, and Putting Community First

Today we're joined by the duo behind everyone’s favorite spicy fusilli, Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo. They’re the masterminds behind the restaurants on every LA hit-list, from Son of a Gun to Animal and of course, Jon & Vinny’s. In this episode, we get to hear about their early cooking days - from dorming in college together to sleeping in their first restaurant, to how they’ve created a food empire that’s all about community. They drop gems on the key to opening your first restaurant, how to successfully pivot, and fill us in on some of their latest expansions including their next Jon and Vinny’s location. Shop Jon & Vinny’s Goods here https://goods.jonandvinnys.com. Love the show? Follow us and leave a review! And for more behind-the-scenes, follow Liv on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/livvperez/ Sponsored by Athleta: Athleta.com #leadwithoyurlegs Beekeeper's Naturals: beekeepersnaturals.com/FRIEND Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 14, 202148 min

Ep 84Olivia Gets A WILD Birth Chart Reading from the CEO of The Pattern

If you’ve ever heard of The Pattern, the most common words you’ll hear alongside it are "scarily accurate,” or you’ve seen the video of Channing Tatum freaking out after trying it saying, “Who runs this thing?! How do you know me so well?! Someone please contact me ASAP.” Well the person to reach out to is their founder, Lisa Donovan. For those of you who are unfamiliar to the app, it’s a social app that creates accurate and detailed insights into your personality, empowering you to better understand yourself and build deeper, more authentic relationships with those around you. Prior to The Pattern, Lisa co-founded and ran the first and most viewed YouTube content company of its time, Maker Studios. She built it over a thrilling five year period which culminated in a successful sale to Disney in 2014. It was after that that Lisa began the journey of self-discovery, which became the driving force behind The Pattern. In this episode, Lisa tells us all about developing the app, how it goes beyond astrology, and Lisa gives Olivia a personalized reading from the app. We talk about a few personality traits, how to implement these concepts into real life, Saturn returns, and a whole lot more. If you want to see yours - go download The Pattern app! Follow The Pattern on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/thepattern/ Download The Pattern here https://apps.apple.com/us/app/the-pattern/id1071085727 Love the show? Follow us and leave a review! Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 7, 202147 min

Ep 83Liv Answers Your Questions!

In this episode, Liv answers all your questions submitted via Instagram - from what her childhood was like, to moving to NYC, a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into creating Friend of a Friend, and more. If you like what you hear - leave us a review! We’d love to hear your feedback on shows like this moving forward and topics you want to hear. And don’t forget to subscribe to Friend of a Friend on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Have a question? DM Olivia on Instagram here: Instagram.com/LivvPerez Support the show by supporting our sponsors! Athleta athleta.com #leadwithyourlegs Beekeeper's Naturals beekeepersnaturals.com/friend Sakara sakara.com/friend Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 31, 202142 min

Ep 82Catching Up With Cailee Spaeny, The Breakout Star of "Mare of Easttown”

At just 18-years-old, actress Cailee Spaeny landed her first role in Pacific Rim: Uprising after winning a nationwide talent search. At the time, Cailee and her mom would routinely make a 25-hour drive from their home in Springfield, Missouri to Los Angeles for auditions with their hearts set on making it in Hollywood. Four years later, she’s starred in The Craft: Legacy, Mimi Leder’s On the Basis of Sex, and her latest role is playing Erin McMenamin in HBO’s latest murder mystery series Mare of Easttown alongside Kate Winslett. In this episode, we sat down with the rising star to talk about going from a small town to reaching big city dreams, navigating Hollywood at a young age, and how she prepared for the challenging role of playing a teen mom in Mare of Easttown. Plus, she gives us some behind-the-scenes of filming the show, from meeting Kate for the first time to her acting process. Follow Cailee on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/caileespaeny/?hl=en Watch Mare of Easttown here https://www.hbo.com/mare-of-easttown Loved this episode? Follow the show and leave us a review! Sponsors BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month by visiting our sponsor at betterhelp.com/friend Athleta: Visit Athleta in stores or online at ATHLETA.COM to shop their full range of shorts, available in sizes XXS—3X. Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 24, 202142 min

Ep 81Human Connection Specialist Mark Groves Gives His Best Relationship Advice

Mark Groves is a Human Connection Specialist and Speaker whose purpose is to help individuals and companies step into their most authentic, effective, loving selves by way of his bold, no-BS relationship guidance. He actually discovered his passion for helping people after having gone through his own devastating breakup that he couldn't get over and is now a leading expert in the personal growth space through his community of over 1 million followers and his new app, Mine'd. The app hosts experts that cover topics ranging from dealing with getiting over relationships, long-distance relationships, cultivating money mindfulness, leadership, self discovery and more with experts ranging from marriage and family therapists, sex and relationship therapists, psychotherapists, psychologists, life coaches, activists, spiritual healers, financial empowerment mentors and more. In this episode, Mark tells us how he built a business around human connection, and we answered all your questions submitted via Instagram - like how to ask your partner to meet the parents for the first time? Where to meet people off dating apps? How can you seek independence in a relationship? And so much more! Follow Mark on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/createthelove/ Download the Mine’d App here https://doyoumined.com Love the show? Follow us and leave a review! Sponsors Ember: Keep your coffee hot! First time Ember customers can use my code FRIEND for 10% off a purchase of $129 or more. Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 17, 202152 min

Ep 80Coaching Confidence with Serena F*cking Kerrigan

On this episode we’re joined by the one and only Serena F*cking Kerrigan! She’s a confidence coach, entrepreneur, and the creator and host of the wildly popular Instagram Live dating show “Let’s F*cking Date.” On each episode, Serena would go on a set-up, blind first date while thousands of her fans and friends watch in real time. The show became an instant sensation, amassing over 5 million views, capturing six figure sponsorship deals from major advertisers including Bumble. It was picked up by the likes of Forbes, CNBC, Elle and InStyle Magazine, and called a “Quarantine Must-Watch” by The Today Show. Today, she’s hailed as the queen of dating, a beloved confidence coach for women around the world, and is taking the relationship world by storm through her Let’s F*cking Date card game, with more to come. In this episode, Serena shares her affirmations for gaining confidence, how she built a dating empire in under a year, her best dating advice, and more. Follow Serena on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/serenakerrigan/ Love the show? Subscribe and leave us a review! Support the show by supporting our sponsors! Beekeeper’s Naturals: Beekeeper’s Naturals will ship you a FREE two-week supply of B.Immune Propolis Throat Spray—you just pay $5 dollars for shipping. To claim the deal you must visit BEEKEEPERSNATURALS.com/FRIENDEmber: First time Ember customers can use my code FRIEND for 10% off a purchase of $129 or more. Sakara: Sakara is offering our listeners 20% off their first order when they go to Sakara.com/FRIEND or enter code FRIEND at checkout. Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 10, 202149 min

Ep 79Ian Somerhalder on Producing Kiss The Ground, Climate Change, and The Launch of Brothers Bond

Although you may know Ian Somerhalder as Damon Salvatore from Vampire Diaries or Boone from Lost, he’s actually embarking on his most passionate endeavors to date as an environmentalist and humanitarian. He executive produced the environmental documentary KISS THE GROUND, which landed on Netflix in September 2020, and focuses on raising awareness and education on the positive impacts of regenerative farming for climate change. And just this weekend, he launched Brothers Bond, a bourbon company, with Vampire Diaries co-star Paul Wesley as an ode to their bourbon drinking days on the show. The company did a pre-sale which shattered records and a portion of the proceeds will go toward regenerative farming practices and combating climate change. In this episode, Ian tells us all about his new chapter, why he needs everyone to watch Kiss The Ground, and how he started a business with purpose and passion. Follow Ian on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/iansomerhalder/ Shop Brother’s Bond Bourbon here https://brothersbondbourbon.com Watch Kiss The Ground here https://www.netflix.com/title/81321999 Love the show? Subscribe and leave us a review! Support the show by supporting our sponsors! Right Wellness Co: Go to rightwellness.co and use code FRIEND20 for 20% off the sweet relief you deserve! Gallant: Visit gallant.com and use the code friend for $100 off the plan of your choice. BetterHelp: Get 10% off your first month by visiting BetterHelp.com/friend Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 3, 202144 min

Ep 78Journalism 101 with Forbes’ Senior Contributor Karin Eldor

She’s known as the “Lois Lane of Forbes”, a podcast host, and a voice to female founders everywhere! Karin Eldor is the host of Share Of Voice, a podcast about the power of discovering your voice and sharing your truth in the process (and a fellow Dear Media pod!). Each episode features compelling conversations with the wave makers and game changers - like Taryn Toomey and Koreen Odiney - on their radar. She’s also a widely beloved journalist and Senior Contributor to ForbesWomen, breaking stories like Create and Cultivate’s recent valuation to the rise of Instagram comedian Elsa Majimbo. She’s also contributed to COVETEUR, Teen Vogue, Monster, and is a regular contributor to Shopify's blog, where she offers founders retail advice and profile success stories. In this episode Karin gives us a masterclass on becoming a successful journalist, how to nail a press pitch, and how she overcame her shyness to become a conduit to share both her voice and the voices of others. Check out Share of Voice on Dear Media https://dearmedia.com/shows/share-of-voice/ Follow Karin on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/alwayskarin/?hl=en Read her latest Forbes stories https://www.forbes.com/sites/karineldor/?sh=29d6efe26fbb Love the show? Subscribe and leave us a review! Support the show by supporting our sponsors! Gallant: Don't miss out on a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for your pet's health. Visit gallant.com today to learn more and use coupons code FRIEND save $100 off the banking plan of your choice. Ember: Ember offers precise temperature control - Use my code FRIEND for 10% off for first time purchasers at ember.com. Right Wellness Co: Right Wellness wants to help you get the relief you deserve. Save 20% for being a listener of the show. Simply go to rightwellness.co and use the promo code FRIEND20. Try it risk free! If you’re not fully satisfied in the first 30 days, they’ll give you a full refund. Go to rightwellness.co and use the promo code FRIEND20 Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 26, 202150 min

Ep 77How to Monetize What You Love with Tezza and Cole Herrmann

Tezza (@tezza) and Cole (@cole_herrm) are the mastermind duo behind everyone’s favorite photo editing app, Tezza. After noticing her over 1 million followers constantly ask “how do you edit your photos?”, Tezza took her love for photography and catapulted herself from a small indie startup based out of her NY studio apartment, to a reputable business that is revolutionizing the social sphere at the intersection of tech and design. Alongside her husband, they’ve grown the app from a 2-person startup to an internationally-recognized digital powerhouse with over 13 million app downloads with 3 million monthly active subscribers. In this episode, we break down how they built the app, how to work together as a married couple, and how they’ve mastered the art of monetizing what you love. Love the show? Subscribe and leave us a review! Support the show by supporting our sponsors! Right Wellness: Right Wellness wants to help you get the relief you deserve. Save 20% for being a listener of the show. Simply go to rightwellness.co and use the promo code FRIEND20. Try it risk free! Sakara: Right now, Sakara is offering listeners 20% off their first order of creative, chef-crafted, ready-to-eat breakfasts, lunches, and dinners when they go to Sakara.com/FRIEND or enter code FRIEND at checkout. Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 19, 202142 min

Ep 76Finding Your Voice Through Activism With Janaya Future Khan

Janaya Future Khan is the co-founder of Black Lives Matter Canada and has become a leading voice in the global crusade demanding social justice reform and equality. Known as Future within the BLM movement, Janaya is a Black, queer, gender-nonconforming activist, staunch Afrofuturist, boxer, and social-justice educator. Throughout 2020 and amidst this crucial time in our history, Janaya has been a source of hope and inspiration for many, hosting a weekly “Sunday Sermon” on their Instagram Live, on which they discuss various topics from culture, politics, finding one’s voice, Black Lives Matter and more. In this episode, Janaya talk us through their childhood and the emotional work of becoming an activist and storyteller. We also talk about their experience with therapy, how being of service to others is the best way to find yourself, and their call to action that encourages us to engage in the work of being alive. Follow Janaya here https://www.instagram.com/janayathefuture/ Catch their Sunday Sermons live on Instagram every Sunday at 12pm PST. Love the show? Subscribe and leave us a review! Gallant: Protect the ones you love. With banking plans starting as low as $45/mo visit Gallant.com to take advantage of this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. You can save $100 off the initial payment by using coupon code FRIEND BetterHelp: For 10% off your first month, visit our sponsor at BetterHelp.com/friend Right Wellness Co: Right Wellness wants to help you get the relief you deserve. Simply go to rightwellness.co and use the promo code FRIEND20 for 20% off. Try it risk free! Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 12, 202150 min

Ep 75Is Bee Propolis The Next Wave of Health and Beauty? Featuring Beekeeper’s Naturals Founder Carly Stein

Carly Stein is the founder of Beekeeper’s Naturals, a company on a mission to reinvent your medicine cabinet with natural remedies from bees. After having chronic tonsillitis her whole life and a series of health scares that couldn’t be helped through traditional antibiotics, Carly discovered bee propolis, a compound produced by bees and known for its healing abilities, that completely healed her overnight. With little notoriety of propolis in the US, Carly left her job as a trader at Goldman Sachs to start what would later become a bee empire. Today, Beekeeper’s Naturals is committed to providing the cleanest, most powerful solutions to modern health issues - like brain fog and scratchy throats - through using unique remedies from the beehive, like royal jelly and propolis. They’re loved by celebrities like Kendall Jenner and Lily Collins, are sold in Targets and Whole Foods nationwide, and Carly’s landed a spot on the Forbes 30 under 30 list. In this episode, Carly gives us Hive 101 and takes us through all the beneficial compounds found in the hive (no, we’re not just talking about honey!), how she turned how passion for beekeeping into a company, and how you can play a role in saving the bees. Follow Carly here https://www.netflix.com/title/80199029 Shop Beekeeper’s Naturals here https://www.instagram.com/hannahroseware/?hl=en Love the show? Subscribe and leave us a review! Support the show by supporting our sponsors! Ritual: Get key nutrients–without the B.S. Ritual is offering my listeners 10% off during your first 3 months. Visit ritual.com/FRIEND to start your Ritual today. Right Wellness Co: Right Wellness wants to help you get the relief you deserve. Save 20% for being a listener of the show. Simply go to rightwellness.co and use the promo code FRIEND20. Try it risk free! Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 5, 202138 min

Ep 74Unpacking Netflix’s "The One" with Star Hannah Ware

Hannah Ware Zooms in from LA to talk about her role in the highly popular Netflix drama, "The One," where she plays a powerful tech CEO who’s founded a company that has discovered how to find people their perfect biological match through a strand of hair. What unfolds is a very juicy, binge-worthy drama that confronts true love vs. soulmates, tech scandals, and the rise of a female CEO in tech that isn’t as shiny as it always looks. And Hannah in some really good power suits! The show premiered March 12th and has since remained in the Top 10 most-watched programs on Netflix in several countries. In this episode, Hannah and I talk about landing the role, how she prepared to play a CEO, and the excitement of being a part of a Netflix hit. Watch The One here https://www.netflix.com/title/80199029 Follow Hannah here https://www.instagram.com/hannahroseware/?hl=en Love the show? Subscribe and leave us a review! Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 29, 202133 min

Ep 73Jordan Firstman Reflects on His Breakout Year, Writing for Big Mouth, and Navigating Viral Fame

If you’ve been on social media in the past year, chances are you’ve been sent a Jordan Firstman skit. From banana bread’s publicist, to the guy who thinks life isn’t that much different in quarantine, to the management team behind the fly that infamously tormented Mike Pence, Jordan’s skits made our cringiest clichés into something we could all laugh at together (and single-handedly got us through quarantine). But behind the Instagram fame, Jordan’s a triple threat. He’s an actor, writer, and producer who’s worked on shows like Search Party and Big Mouth. He’s also written and starred in his own short called Call Your Father. When it comes to Hollywood, Jordan’s just getting started. In this episode, Jordan talks to us about the road to becoming a multi-hyphenate in entertainment, the cost that comes with viral fame, and how he’s ready for a second act that takes him off our phone screens and onto the silver screen. Follow Jordan on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/jtfirstman/ Love the show? Subscribe and leave us a review! Support the show by supporting our sponsors! She's Birdie: Right now, ShesBirdie is offering our listeners 15% off your first purchase of a personal safety alarm when you go to ShesBirdie.com/FRIEND. Enuf: Develop a new relationship with your period and get 20% off with your first purchase with code: FRIEND. Head to enufperiod.com. Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 22, 202148 min

Ep 72Want To Start A Podcast? Olivia Gives Her Best Career Advice

Want to be a journalist? Get published? Or even start a podcast? Olivia’s back with her second solo episode where she's talking all things journalism. She answers all your questions submitted via Instagram, from how to work with major publications, to her best writing tips, to what goes on behind-the-scenes of creating a podcast. Check out Olivia’s podcast setup here! www.amazon.com/shop/livvperez If you like what you hear - leave us a review! We’d love to hear your feedback on shows like this moving forward and topics you want to hear. And don’t forget to subscribe to Friend of a Friend on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Have a question? DM Olivia on Instagram here: Instagram.com/LivvPerez Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 15, 202144 min

Ep 71Grammy Award Nominee Ingrid Andress Is Ready To Redefine Country Music

Meet Ingrid Andress, one of Nashville’s fastest rising country stars, a die-hard tequila lover, and someone you just want to be besties with ASAP. At just 29-years-old Ingrid has a pretty insane resume – a degree from Berklee School of Music, she’s written for artists like Bebe Rexha and Alicia Keys, and her No. 1 debut single, “More Hearts Than Mine," went platinum. She’s nominated for three Grammy’s this year - Best New Artist, Best Country Song for “More Hearts Than Mine”, and Best Country Album for “Lady Like.” In this episode, Ingrid tells us how vulnerability drives her inner artist, her mission to break down country stereotypes, and how she’ll be tuning in to her first-ever Grammy Awards! Follow Ingrid on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/ingridandress/ Check out the video for Lady Like here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gr9VJkiDG4I Support the show by supporting our sponsors! Ritual: Get key nutrients–without the B.S. Ritual is offering my listeners 10% off during your first 3 months. Visit ritual.com/FRIEND to start your Ritual today. Enuf: Get 20% off with your first purchase with code FRIEND at enufperiod.com Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 8, 202139 min

Ep 70Under Eyes, Filler, and Botox - Your Questions, Answered by Oculofacial Plastic Surgeon Dr. Chaneve Jeanniton

Dr. Chaneve Jeanniton is a board-certified oculofacial plastic surgeon, the founder of Epi.Logic, and the owner and brains behind one of New York’s most popular cosmetic treatment destinations, Brooklyn Face and Eye. As one of only 500 oculofacial plastic surgeons in the world, Dr. Jeanniton is the go-to resource for all your upgrade questions - from Botox to filler to under eye treatments and more. In this episode, she fills us in on her do’s and dont’s when it comes to our faces, how she built her cult-favorite skincare line, and answers some of your plastic surgery questions submitted via Instagram. Shop Epi.Logic here https://epilogicskincare.com Get 10% discount on their hero product, the Master Plan and Eye Contact! Use code FRIEND10 at checkout. Make a consolation at Brooklyn Face and Eye here https://brooklynfaceandeye.com/book-an-appointment/ Follow them on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/bklynfaceandeye/ Sponsors: OurCrowd: You can get in early on Nexa Three Dee and other unique opportunities at OurCrowd.com/FRIEND. Kin Euphorics: Receive 15% off PLUS Free Shipping on your order. Go to kineuphorics.com/olivia or use code OLIVIA at checkout to claim this deal. Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 1, 202138 min

Ep 69Making A Mezcal Brand Successful with Rosaluna Founders Nate Brown and Terry Lee

Meet Rosaluna, the first certified, gluten-free, non GMO, vegan mezcal that is naturally zero-carb, free of additives, and made to enjoy. Founded by Nate Brown, a creative director who’s worked with the likes of Kanye and Beyonce, and Terry Lee, who’s brought products to life for brands like MeUndies and Johnson and Johnson, Rosaluna honors the spirit of mezcal in Oaxaca, Mexico, and aims to bring people together through the magic of mezcal. You’ve seen it all over Instagram, and you’re bound to see it in a permanent place on your bar cart after one sip. In this episode, Nate and Terry tell us how the brand was founded on their respect for friendship, what goes into making mezcal magic, and their insights on building a brand on their own pace. OurCrowd: Go to ourcrowd.com/friend to get your free account and start investing! KinEuphorics: Go to kineuphorics.com/olivia or use code OLIVIA at checkout for 15% off your order PLUS free shipping! Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 22, 202141 min

Ep 68Tackling LA's Homelessness Crisis with Nithya Raman

Nithya Raman is an urban planner, activist, and Los Angeles Council Member for the 4th District. Nithya was born in India and moved to the US as a child, where she later went on to study at Harvard University and get her master’s degree in urban planning at MIT. She ran for office for the first time at 38-years-old with no prior political experience, passionate about solving Los Angeles’ homeless crisis. She beat the incumbent and received the most votes of any L.A. council member ever - running a grassroots, door-to-door campaign that galvanized Angelenos to get involved in local elections. In this episode, Nithya and I discuss how frustration helped her find her voice, the power of local elections, and her plans to help transform Los Angeles. Follow Nithya on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nithyaforthecity/ Follow Nithya on Twitter https://twitter.com/nithyavraman Learn more about Project Roomkey here https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/cdss-programs/housing-programs/project-roomkey Volunteer for the Hollywood Food Coalition here https://hofoco.org/volunteer/ Sponsored by Kin Euphorics: For 15% off and FREE shipping at kineuphorics.com/olivia Sponsored by Sakara: For 20% off your first order at sakara.com/FRIEND and enter code FRIEND at checkout Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 15, 202140 min

Ep 67Making a MasterClass with Joe Holder

Guess who’s back! Our beloved co-host Joe Holder back on the show today! For those of you who are new to meeting Joe, Joe is the founder of The Ocho System, a Nike Master Trainer, Co-Founder of System of Service, and also my best friend! If you haven’t gotten to know him yet, he was a series regular last year, so if you haven’t caught those episodes they’re some really great listens as well. We’ve covered topics from mental health, to politics, to great life hacks at home, and more. But today we’re celebrating a really special milestone for Joe - the release of his MasterClass! In this episode, Joe and I talk all about how this partnership came to be, what it was like filming the series in Iceland, and the message he hopes to share with this large audience. We also catch up and share some new updates, and reflect on our goals for 2021. Catch Joe’s Masterclass here https://www.masterclass.com/joeholder Follow Joe Holder on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ochosystem/ Follow Joe Holder on Twitter https://twitter.com/JoeHolder_ Listen to Joe’s old episodes here https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/joe-holder-olivia-perez-on-lessons-2020-their-best/id1462213019?i=1000501571567 Head to ritual.com/friend for 10% off your first 3 months! Go to shesbirdie.com/friend for 15% off your first order! Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 8, 202143 min

Ep 66Mallory Merk on Building a Music Career and Reinventing Yourself

Mallory Merk is a singer, songwriter, and model. Born in Louisiana and raised in New York City, Mallory’s done just about everything. She traveled the country as an Olympic fencer in her early teens. She’s modeled in campaigns for Yeezy, Fenty, and Gucci. But at just 15-years-old, it was her cover of Drake’s Marvin’s Room that went viral and skyrocketed her music career. In 2019, she landed a record deal with Field Trip Records, a label founded by Zack Bia and James Canton in Los Angeles, where she released her hit debut songs “Ghosts” and “Strangers,” two songs that spoke candidly about her experiences with substance abuse, rehab, and loneliness. Mallory’s new music feels different yet relatable, and now at 20-years-old, she’s finally hit her stride. In this episode, Mallory and I talk about what it was like growing up in New York, from her experience as a young fencer to modeling for Rihanna. We also talk about her recent record deal and what it’s like to work with two young creatives, and their recent partnership with Warner Records. And lastly we celebrate the release of her latest release, “North American Ride,” a song she’s now re-releasing at the request of her fanbase, which is bound to be her biggest hit yet. Listen to North American Ride here https://mallorymerk.lnk.to/north Follow Mallory on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/mallorymerk/?hl=en Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 1, 202140 min

Ep 65Finding Your Creative Voice with Streetwear Designer Melody Ehsani

Melody Ehsani is the visionary designer and entrepreneur behind ME. – a streetwear brand specializing in jewelry, footwear and clothing with a message. Since launching ME., Melody has challenged the status quo of streetwear, an industry widely known as a boys club with little room or inclusivity for women within the space. Since 2014, Melody has been the first and only women’s boutique on Fairfax in Los Angeles, a place where she often brings women together through programming and special events. She’s one of the only women to ever collaborate with the Jordan brand, creating footwear designs that are some of the most coveted shoes on the market today. In this episode, Melody and I talk about her upbringing in Los Angeles, and how she left law school to pursue her design career. We also talk about what makes a dream collaboration, her best tips for advocating for yourself, and her newest project, her podcast The Butterfly Forecast, which launches on February 2nd. She also fills us in on how she’s been handling lockdown, from how she’s been giving back in LA to her favorite date nights with her husband Flea. Shop Melody Ehsani here https://melodyehsani.com/ Follow Melody on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/melodyehsani/ Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 25, 202144 min

Ep 64Zanna Roberts Rassi: Milk Makeup Co-Founder, E! News Fashion Correspondent

Zanna Roberts Rassi is an Emmy award-winning fashion and beauty journalist, stylist, television host, and co-founder of Milk Makeup. She is currently the Fashion-Editor-at-Large for Marie Claire, and an E! News fashion correspondent, who we're sure is no stranger to your television screen, interviewing the stars at the Oscars, Golden Globes, Grammys, Met Gala and Emmy Awards and NYFW. She is truly a master of all trades - she’s been a mentor, judge, stylist, and host on such shows as Project Runway All Stars, Glam Masters, E! news and her mini series, Commuter Beauty, which garnered millions of views on Instagram of her on-the-go, applying products from her cult-favorite beauty brand. In this episode, Zanna tells us about her rise as an entertainment journalist and the best tips she has for nailing thte interview. She also tells us about the founding of Milk Makeup, alongside her husband, it’s climb to a #1 seller at Sephora, and how’s its fun, utilitarian nature was inspired by their adorable twin daughters and for moms on-the-go. Checkout Milk Makeup here https://www.milkmakeup.com/ Follow Zanna here https://www.instagram.com/zannarassi/ Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 18, 202135 min

Ep 63Olivia’s First Solo Episode!

Happy New Year! We’re kicking off the 2021 with Olivia’s first-ever solo show. In this episode, she answers all your questions submitted via Instagram - from what her childhood was like, to moving to NYC, a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into creating Friend of a Friend, and more. If you like what you hear - leave us a review! We’d love to hear your feedback on shows like this moving forward and topics you want to hear. And don’t forget to subscribe to Friend of a Friend on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Have a question? DM Olivia on Instagram here: Instagram.com/LivvPerez Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 11, 202141 min

Ep 62Your Dry January Cheat Sheet with The Dry Challenge Author Hilary Sheinbaum

Hilary Sheinbaum is a writer who’s contributed to publications like The New York Times, Marie Claire, New York Magazine, Forbes, and more. This week, she released her first book, The Dry Challenge: How to Loose The Booze for Dry January, Sober October, and Any Other Alcohol-Free Month, an exploration of the incredible life-changing benefits of abstaining from alcohol for one month. In 2017, Hilary and a friend waged a bet: whoever could complete Dry January would win a free dinner to any restaurant of their choice in New York City. Hilary won, and not only did she feel completely different, but she was instantly inspired to spread the word about her experience. The book, which acts more like a guidebook, provides a comprehensive plan to help you tackle Dry January, Sober October, and other booze-free challenges. Whether you’re thinking of participating in Dry January, Sober October, or want to choose a time of your own, this book walks you step-by-step through one drink-free month, from making a plan to sharing the news with friends and family (and what to do when someone tries to sabotage it) to getting back on track if you slip up and have a drink (or two). In this episode, Hilary tells us about the physical, emotional, and financial impacts of taking a month off of alcohol, what we can expect from her first book, and how this year’s Dry January will be different than any before. Check out The Dry Challenge: How to Loose The Booze for Dry January, Sober October, and Any Other Alcohol-Free Month here. https://www.amazon.com/Dry-Challenge-January-October-Alcohol-Free/dp/0062937707 Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 28, 202027 min

Ep 61What’s a Doula? Birth Doula and Photographer Carson Meyer Explains

Carson Meyer is a DONA certified Birth Doula, birth photographer, and founder of an all natural, sustainable skincare line C & The Moon. She attended New York University's Gallatin School of Individualized Study where she pursued studies in child development, art therapy, and alternative medicine. In 2016 Carson returned to Los Angeles and began her journey as a doula with training from Bini Birth founder and DONA President, Ana Paula Markel. Today, Carson is professionally trained to support parents in a non-medical capacity through pregnancy, birth and the initial postpartum period to help them achieve a healthy and satisfying birth experience. In this episode, Carson breaks down the process of working with a doula and the options available to mothers-to-be. We also talk about the issues facing our maternal care industry and how we can work together to bring deeper awareness and advocacy for women during the pregnancy process. And lastly, Carson shares some of her favorite resources, to the best books for expecting mothers to how we can show up for our pregnant loved ones in a time of isolation. As a response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Carson is now hosting a community group called Growing Together. Growing Together is an intimate virtual circle for pregnant people interested in building community while deepening their knowledge around birth. This 12-session interactive circle covers topics such as healthy pregnancy practices for mind & body, childbirth education, tools for preparing for a hospital or home birth, comfort measures in labor, postpartum preparation and more. She offers weekly emails full of recipes, journaling prompts, expert advice and evidence based information. The sessions she leads not only offer you invaluable knowledge for birth and beyond, but also offer an intimate community of mothers to lean on. All mothers are welcome! The next session begins on January 6th - you can sign up here. https://www.carson-meyer.com/bookings-checkout/growing-together-january-2021?referral=book_button_widget&mc_eid=%5BUNIQID%5D Follow Carson on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/ccmeyer/ Shop C & The Moon (One of Liv’s favorite skin scrubs ever!!) https://www.candthemoon.com/ Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 21, 202043 min

Ep 60Nyakio Grieco: Co-Founder, Thirteen Lune

Nyakio Grieco is a serial beauty entrepreneur. She’s the founder and creator of Nyakio Beauty, an award-winning skincare brand that paid homage to her beauty secrets learned as a child while visiting her grandmother and watching her use coffee beans to exfoliate her skin. In 2016, she sold the brand to Unilever and it’s now exclusively sold at Target with cult-favorite SKUs like their Cleansing Oil Balm and Rescue Oil. Today, she’s using her two decades worth of expertise in the beauty industry to launch a much needed business aimed at building a more inclusive beauty industry. Earlier this month, she co-launched Thirteen Lune, an e-commerce destination designed to inspire the discovery of beauty brands created by Black and Brown founders that resonate with people of all colors. The website sells products made for all people by BIPOC-owned brands, features a through fully curated selection of products made specifically for Black and Brown people, and emphasizes ally brands that have made a measurable effort to create an inclusive product lineup. Launched with thirteen brands, an editorial platform, and a long list of allies, also known as their “Vanguard,” Thirteen Lune's mission is to reframe how Black and Brown beauty brands are perceived not only from an industry perspective, but also for the consumer, giving each brand a platform to sell, educate, and engage with wider audience like never before. In this episode, Nyakio tells us about her experience building a beauty business pre-social media, a behind-the-scenes look at creating Thirteen Lune, and how everyone can take part in pushing their message of inclusivity forward. Visit ThirteenLune.com and follow them on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/thirteenlune/ Keep up with Nyakio on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nyakio/ Read Nyakio’s story for Refinery29 here https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2020/06/9849590/nyakio-grieco-black-entrepreneur-racism-covid-19-interview Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 14, 202043 min

Ep 59Joe Holder and Olivia Perez on The Lessons of 2020, Their Best Career Advice, And The Best Q&A Yet

A Friend of a Friend series featuring Olivia and her best friend, the founder of the Ocho System, a Nike Master Trainer, co-founder of System of Service, and Friend of a Friend alumni Joe Holder. Every first Monday of the month, they’ll be talking about everything from friendship, to health and wellness, entrepreneurship, philanthropy, and a behind-the-scenes look at how they’re building their organization, System of Service. Today is our last episode together as we close out the year! To say thank you to all of our loyal listeners, we decided to answer all of your submitted questions for our final episode. We also re-cap 2020 - we talk through some of our biggest learnings and accomplishments, give some of our best career and life advice, and share our goals for the new year ahead. We’re so grateful to all of you - every post, DM, email, we’ve seen it all, see you, and so appreciate the support! Thank you! Keep up with Joe on Instagram here Instagram.com/OchoSystem and Twitter here https://twitter.com/JoeHolder_ Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 7, 202059 min

Ep 58Assemblymember Yuh-Line Niou: New York State Assembly District 65

Yuh-Line Niou is a New York Assemblywomen representing the 65th District of New York, encompassing Lower Manhattan neighborhoods such as the Lower East Side, Chinatown, the Financial District, and Battery Park City. She’s the first Asian-American woman to represent this district, and the first Asian-American Assemblywoman in Manhattan. She’s been elected twice into the New York State Assembly now, winning her recent re-election race by a landslide. Yuh-Line has dedicated her work to advocacy and representation, specifically around financial empowerment, advocating for low-income families, immigrants, and communities of color. Today, she’s in a battle to save her district, where the pandemic and economic collapse, along with xenophobia and racism, has hit her area and its small businesses the hardest. In this episode, we sit down with Yuh-Line to talk about the current landscape of her district nine months in to the Coronavirus pandemic, the policies she’s passionate about passing right now, and how we can help lend a hand in the relief efforts for one of the hardest hit regions by COVID-19. To donate, visit https://www.nioufornewyork.com/ And follow Yuh-Line on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/yuhline_niou/ and Twitter here https://twitter.com/yuhline Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 30, 202046 min

Ep 57Naomi Elizée: Associate Market Editor at Vogue Magazine, Podcast Host of So... What Do You Do Again?

When Naomi Elizée was a young girl, her vision board was filled with images most aspiring fashion girls dreamed about - a print out of the Vogue masthead, a dream title circled, and an encouraging sign that read, “You Can Do It!.” Today, she’s the Associate Market Editor at Vogue where she oversees swim, lingerie, and the French market, setting trends and liaising for the magazine with some of the biggest brands in the world. When she’s not doing that, she’s a content creator and model for brands like Free People, Nike, and Uniqlo, and the host of her podcast So… What Do You Do Again? Each week on SWDYDA, Naomi invites trailblazing women, from Precious Lee to Marjon Carlos, to join her in conversations with the goal of celebrating women of color and inspiring her young listeners to see what goes on behind the hustle. In this episode, Naomi shares how she hustled from a small town in Florida to manifesting her place on the Vogue masthead and how she’s using her role to champion Black designers and usher in a new era of fashion. Listen to So… What Do You Do Again? here https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/so-what-do-you-do-again/id1459770134 And follow Naomi on Instagram here https://www.instagram.com/naomielizee/ Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 23, 202049 min

Ep 56Noma Dumezweni on Her Powerful Role in HBO’s The Undoing

Noma Dumezweni is a British actress who’s currently starring as Haley Fitzgerald in HBO’s new hit series, The Undoing. She’s also starred in productions like Normal People, Mary Poppins Returns, and as Hermione Granger in the original West End and Broadway runs of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, which garnered her a Laurence Olivier Award and a Tony Award nomination. In this episode, Noma tells us about her upbringing in England as a refugee from Swaziland, to a behind-the-scenes look at creating The Undoing. She also gives us some of her best advice, from why she loves getting older to how we can be more present in a time of chaos. The Undoing is currently airing every Sunday night on HBO and HBOMax at 6PM PT. From writer David E. Kelley (Big Little Lies) and director Susanne Bier (The Night Manager), the new limited series focuses on Nicole Kidman’s Grace Fraser, a successful therapist, and her devoted husband, Jonathan (Hugh Grant), and their young son who attends an elite private school in New York City. A chasm opens in Grace's seemingly perfect life: a violent death, a missing spouse, and a chain of terrible revelations as her husband becomes the lead suspect in a murder case. If you haven’t gotten into it yet, get binging! Warning: there will be spoilers in this episode. Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 16, 202042 min

Ep 55Checking In On Yourself With The Hoffman Process

Marissa Ingrasci, a teacher and coach from The Hoffman Institute, joins us on this week's show to guide us through a Quadrinity Check - a time to check in with your body, emotional self, intellect, and spiritual self. This episode was recorded on November 3rd, Election Day, and while we aren’t sure where we’ll be by the time you’re listening to this, we know that no matter the outcome, everyone listening can use an opportunity to re-center and ground themselves after a challenging week. The Hoffman Institute Foundation is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to transformative adult education, spiritual growth, and the personal dimensions of leadership. They serve a diverse population from all walks of life who are seeking clarity in all aspects of their lives. Learn more about The Hoffman Process here https://www.hoffmaninstitute.org/ and tune into their live Quad Checks available daily on their Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hoffmanprocess/. Tradesy: Use code FRIEND for $50 off $250 Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 9, 202024 min

Ep 54Joe Holder and Olivia Perez on The Election, Voter Suppression, and Managing Expectations

A Friend of a Friend series featuring Olivia and her best friend, the founder of the Ocho System, a Nike Master Trainer, co-founder of System of Service, and Friend of a Friend alumni Joe Holder. Every first Monday of the month, they’ll be talking about everything from friendship, to health and wellness, entrepreneurship, philanthropy, and a behind-the-scenes look at how they’re building their organization, System of Service. Tomorrow is Election Day, and no doubt the most important election we’ve ever experienced. Joe and Olivia discuss their hopes, anxieties, and observations from the days leading up to this monumental moment - from voter suppression to down ballot elections - and how to cope with the upcoming week. They also talk through how they best manage expectations, professionally and personally, which will no doubt come in handy during a time when things feel a bit out of our control. And stick around to the end where they answer some of your questions submitted via Instagram, listed below! Questions answered: 1. Joe - tell us about your friendship with Tamara Nopper and her incredible research. 2. What’s a topic that you’ve recently become interested in and are digging deeper into? 3. How to meet friends in a pandemic and some of your best conversation starters? 4. Joe - do you recommend the Hadza Diet that’s popular in Tanzania? 5. How do you invite friends to be interested in personal growth? Have a question or comment you want us to talk about on the show? Submit your questions on the Friend of a Friend review page. Follow Joe on Instagram @OchoSystem and on Twitter @JoeHolder_ Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 2, 202041 min

Ep 53Amanda Litman: Run for Something

Amanda Litman is the co-founder and executive director of Run for Something, an organization that supports and provides tools necessary for young, progressive Americans to launch local campaigns of their own. Since its founding in 2017, Run for Something has recruited 60,000 people to run for local office across the country, endorsed nearly 1,000 candidates, and has seen the successful election of 304 of these, 54% of whom are women, 47% people of color, and 18% LGBTQ. Prior to launching Run for Something, she was the email director (no, not those emails) for Hillary Clinton’s 2016 presidential campaign, deputy email director for Organizing for Action, and an email writer for Barack Obama’s 2012 re-election campaign. Today, she's also the author of a book and host of a podcast by the same name, both which document her journey in politics and highlight the inspiring journeys of some of her Run for Something candidates. In this episode, Amanda and I discuss the importance of local elections, how Run for Something’s candidates are changing the landscape of American politics, and her best advice for coping with the upcoming election month. Subscribe and listen to Run for Something, a podcast with conversations about politics in 2020 that, in spite of everything, will make you hopeful for the future. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/run-for-something/id1529515305 Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 26, 202042 min

Ep 52How To Get Involved In Politics In College with Blue Future Now’s Morgan Stahr

Blue Future is a youth-led civic engagement startup focused on organizing young people around progressive electoral campaigns. They’re mission is to continuously engage, mobilize, and connect young people to progressive electoral campaigns, equipping them with the resources, tools, skills, and network to be effective volunteers, organizers, and public servants. They’re the largest progressive, youth-led, political action committee in America and their programs have significantly helped progressive Democrats win key races through their network of college students around the country. In this episode, co-founder Morgan Stahr and I discuss the importance of bringing political organizations to college campuses, the power of college students in this election, what’s at stake for us, and how we can get involved in this year’s election, right now. Incipio: 20% off + free shipping with the code FRIEND www.incipio.com Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 19, 202034 min

Ep 51Sarah Ramos and Caroline Goldfarb: The Renner Files

What do actress Sarah Ramos (Parenthood, The Affair) and writer/comedian Caroline Goldfarb (The Late Late Show with James Corden, Alone Together) have in common? They’re hysterical, devoted pop culture enthusiasts, best friends, and recently launched a podcast series called THE RENNER FILES. THE RENNER FILES, created, hosted and produced by the duo, is a new kind of true crime podcast - one that’s not a true crime at all. Instead, it’s about Jeremy Renner’s app. Why did Oscar nominated actor Jeremy Renner ever have an app? Why did he do it? Who made it? Who used it? And why did it shake the internet to its core? They set out to investigate the mystery of the app, but got so much more in return. THE RENNER FILES lays out a thrilling timeline of the app’s rise and fall through talking head interviews with key players, journalists, and unexpected Renner experts (like actor Seth Rogen). But it also tells a larger story: one about the dangerous side of celebrity fandom, the ethics of audience exploitation, the celebrity influencer complex, and the destructive power of ironic internet comedy. In this episode, we talked about their fan-filled childhoods, from Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen cruises to NSYNC concerts, to navigating the entertainment industry, and a behind the scenes look at what went into creating one of the mosts provocative podcasts out there right now. Starting September 24th, an episode of THE RENNER FILES will be released weekly on Thursdays for six weeks. Check it out here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-renner-files/id1530942600 Produced by Dear MediaLet’s Get DressedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livvperezInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetdressedpod/Newsletter: https://substack.com/@livvperezLiv Perez Instagram: www.instagram.com/livvperezTikTok: www.tiktok.com/livv.perezShopMy: https://shopmy.us/livvperez Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 12, 202046 min