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In this week's episode, Heather speaks with Keah Brown about her wonderful new book The Pretty One: On Life, Pop Culture, Disability, and Other Reasons to Fall in Love with Me, her experience dealing with social media and embracing life to its fullest.  

To follow Keah on social media, find her at https://twitter.com/Keah_Maria

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In this week's episode, Heather speaks with Oliver Stark (9-1-1) about working through his fear as an actor, his experience growing up in London and why willingness is so important.

In this week's episode, Heather speaks with the brilliant, talented, and magical Kirsten Vangsness(Criminal Minds, Blinking Owl) about Kirsten's journey toward finding her unique voice, traveling to Edenburg Scotland for her new one-woman show, and the most important piece of advice she’s ever received.

In this week's episode, Heather speaks with her pal Amir Talai (Stuck, LA to Vegas) about the importance of persistence, knowing your worth and finding your voice.

In this weeks episode, Heather speaks with the magical Rachel True (The Craft, Half Baked) about her tumultuous journey through the entertainment industry, her love of Tarot, and even gives Heather a reading!!!!

In this week's episode, Heather speaks with Caissie St.Onge (Busy Tonight, Joan Rivers Straight Talk) about navigating today’s entertainment landscape and our encounter with a suicidal rat.

Heather sits down to talk with producer Effie Brown (PROJECT GREENLIGHT, DEAR WHITE PEOPLE, REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES) about the current state of independent cinema and what we're looking forward to in the future.

Who doesn’t love cheap wine? Joel McHale, that’s who! This week, Heather talks with Joel about their film, “Stuck”, the proper wine Heather should be drinking and much more.

In this special mini-episode, Heather shares her love for some of the women who have inspired, empowered and enriched her life.......

In this week's experimental episode, Heather sits down with writer/producer/comedian Heather Turman to discuss their new movie "Stuck", in addition to their love of movies, creating and throwing away spoons.

In this weeks episode, Heather talks with Franklin Leonard, Founder of The BlackList, and Kate Hagan, writer/Director of Community for The Black List , about Black Panther, Sundance and what they're each doing to create change within the industry.  #BlackPanther #BlackList #Industry #Film #Entertainment

In this weeks episode, Heather is in San Francisco to talk with Founder and Managing Partner of Backstage Capital, Arlan Hamilton.  Arlan has committed herself to founding the "under-estimated", founders/entrepreneurs, including people of color, women, and LGBTQ.  With $3 million invested in 64 companies, including Haute Hijab, an ethically sourced fashion brand for Muslim women; Arlan has become a force to be reckoned with in the world of Venture Capitalism.  Heather and Arlan dive into what she looks for when investing in founders, her goals for the future, and what TV show she'd love Heather to guest-star on.  [Arlan on Twitter](https://twitter.com/ArlanWasHere "Arlan Hamilton on Twitter") [Info on BackStage Capital](http://backstagecapital.com/ "BackStage Capital")

In this weeks episode, Heather sits down with writer/producer/director Silas Howard to talk about his upcoming film, "A Kid Like Jake", which made it's premiere at Sundance this past week. They also discuss Silas' new project with Ryan Murphy, "Pose", which centers around the lives of 5 transgendered women of color.  #Sundance #Film #SilasHoward #AKidLikeJake #RyanMurphy #Pose #Conversation

After a year of getting requests for this guest, it's finally happened!!!!! In this weeks episode, Heather sits down with Mara Wilson to discuss fame, surviving Hollywood and how our paths took so long to cross.  #MaraWilson #Writer #Actor #Conversation #Hollywood

Season 2 kicks off with a deep and meaningful conversation between Heather and poet, essayist and "negative influencer", Kris Kidd (I Can't Feel My Face, Down For Whatever).  The discussion ranges from Kris' experience of his father's suicide to what criteria he now utilizes when choosing friends.  You can find more info about Kris and his upcoming work by going to his website https://www.iamkriskidd.com/[](https://www.iamkriskidd.com/)

In this weeks episode, Heather sits down with actor/writer/comedian Avery Pearson, to discuss Louis C.K., growing up in Canada, and his new Funny or Die video featuring Tiffany Haddish and SNL's Chris Redd. We also discuss we both feel about hard boiled eggs. #AveryPearson #Conversation #Interview #Comedy #I'mNotEquippedToBeAFather #TiffanyHaddish #ChrisRedd #88Show #Stuck

In this weeks episode, Heather speaks with the wonderful Bryan Edward Hill about creating, why we're compelled to take action, and why "The Secret" doesn't work. #BryanEdwardHill #MarvelComics #conversation #Metaphysics #Entertainment #Politics Shownotes: The Book mentioned is "Women who Run with the Wolves" by Clarissa Pinkola Estes. http://www.clarissapinkolaestes.com/women_who_run_with_the_wolves__myths_and_stories_of_the_wild_woman_archetype_101250.htm Creator of #MeToo campaign is Tanara Burke, not Tamara. Apologies to Ms. Burke on misspeaking her name. You can find her on twitter here https://twitter.com/taranaburke?lang=en You can find Bryan Edward Hill on twitter @ https://twitter.com/bryanedwardhill?lang=en

In this weeks episode, Heather sits down with her old friend Daniel Franzese (Mean Girls, Looking) to talk about bullying, the importance of using one's voice and his new podcast, Butch and the Bear. #MeanGIrls #DanielFranzese #Looking #ButchandtheBear #interview #conversation #Bullying

In this weeks episode, Heather sits down with Aleksa Palladino (BoardwalkEmpire,TheIrishMan) to talk about the need to continually expand as an artist and what colors are occupying her palate currently. #AleskaPalladino #Conversation #Interview #BoardwalkEmpire #Artist #Work #Create #TheIrishMan

In this weeks episode, Heather speaks with creator of Seed and Spark, Emily Best, about Harvey Weinstein, the power of women's voices, and how her company is leading the way to create real lasting, meaningful change within the film industry. #womeninfilm #SeedandSpark #comedy #interview #conversation #HarveyWeinstein #change

In this special mini solo episode, Heather speaks about the experience of her own "Weinsteins" within the entertainment industry and overcoming gas lighting. #HarveyWeinstein #industry #comedy #women #gaslighting #miniepisode #entertainment #realignment #Power

In this weeks episode, Heather sits down with Parisa Fitz-Henley (Midnight, Texas) to talk about justice, setting boundaries and how her mother shaped her views on death.

In this weeks episode, Heather sits down with comedians/writers Nicole Blaine and Heather Turman as they delve into a candid conversation about rape, sex and love. #Conversation #NicoleBlaine #HeatherTurman #Sex #Love #Rape #Women #Safety

In this special solo episode, Heather catches her listeners up on what changes are coming to #SUALWHM, in addition to sharing some gratitude for her listeners. #solo #shutupandlisten #gratitude #changes

In this episode, Heather sits with comedian Rhea Butcher (Take My Wife) to discuss racism, sexism, homophobia and the importance of having a dialogue. This weeks podcast is sponsered by Lola Tampons (which I actually use and are amazing). #RheaButcher #Conversation #Interview #TakeMyWife #equality

In this weeks episode, Heather speaks with her friend/fellow actor Crista Flanagen (Mad Men, Mad TV) about the importance of vulnerability, never being satisfied and get into a lively debate about whether or not acting can truly be "taught". #CristaFlanagen #MadTV #MadMen #conversation #Actor #Teaching #Vulnerability

In this weeks episode, Heather sits down with actor/activist Frances Fisher to talk about social justice work, her experience at Standing Rock, and the joy of finally getting a "win". #FrancesFisher #StandingRock #Actor #Conversation #Interview #SocialJustice #Growth #Learning

After a week hiatus, Heather is back, getting deep with podcaster, social media activist and all around badass, Shaun Lau. #NoTotally #ShaunLau #Twitter #Depression #Friendship #FindingOnesTribe

In this weeks episode, Heather speaks with the brilliant April Reign, whose hashtag #OscarsSoWhite created a firestorm within the entertainment industry, social media platforms, and ultimately led to the Academy making sweeping changes. Her passion for creating inclusion within the entertainment industry has made her one of the most influential presences on social media. #AprilReign #OscarsSoWhite #NoConfederate #SocialMedia #Conversation #Interview #Film #Inclusion #Diversity

In this weeks episode, Heather speaks with comedian/podcaster Tess Barker, about growing up Catholic, the power of shame and the one place Tess would love to live. #tessbarker #podcast #ladytolady #interview #conversation #shame #Comedy #chatbooks

In this weeks episode I speak with the brilliantly talented actor Elizabeth Reaser (MadMen, Grey's Anatomy and the upcoming Law and Order True Crimes: Menendez Murders) about Madonna, getting older, and the one practice that changed her life.

In this weeks episode Heather speaks with comidian/writer/podcaster Brandie Posey about being willing to stand alone, learning through history and the power of a cross country drive. #conversation #interview #brandieposey #ladytolady #writer #podcaster #comedian

In this weeks episode, Heather speaks with her dear friend Zelda Williams about writing, the importance of mentorship and the one piece of advice that changed her views on creating. #interview #conversation #zeldawilliams #writing #directing #creating

In this weeks episode, Heather gets candid with Gaby Dunn about working with others, finding one's voice and the importance of taking one's time. #gabydunn #badwithmoney #youtube #actor #interview #conversation

Grab the tissues, because in this weeks episode Heather talks with Keli, from Lisa Vanderpumps Dog Foundation about the realities of being an advocate and rescuer for dogs, in addition to providing shocking information that very well may save a dogs life and it's not what you might think. #interview #conversation #dogs #lisavanderpump #dogrescue #advocate

Apologies to those of you who had to hear that clicking sound, I fucked up. Though maybe it was just a reminder that time is ticking away and we're all gonna die soon. So go live your life, while you have it, especially with the newly proposed #deathbill. Anyway, this weeks episode finds me speaking with Alexis G. Zall about coming out, being a YouTuber and navigating the increasingly blurry line between being a "brand" and ones private persona. #alexisgzall #youtube #conversation #interview #depression #lgbtq+

Part 2 of Heathers in depth discussion with the founder of Validvictorian Productions Lauren Warren continues as they discuss what makes a good story, the importance of finding ones tribe, and what Lauren experienced when she first came to Los Angeles. #LaurenWarren #conversation #interview #womeninfilm #storytelling

In this weeks episode Heather gets so deep with writer/producer/director/podcaster Lauren Warren (Nerds of Prey Podcast, Founder of ValidvicProductions) that it needed two parts!! They talk about reaching ones "people meter", the power of respect, and what it is to truly find ones "home". You can find out more about Lauren at https://www.validvictorianproductions.com and can find her on twitter @Iamlaurenp #laurenwarren #conversation #interview #producer #writer #director #womeninfilm

In this weeks episode, Heather talks with the creator of Sweet Vicious, Jenn Kaytin Robinson and fellow writer Celeste Ballard about sexual assault, the power of using ones voice and setting boundaries.

In this special episode, Heather talks with writer/comedian Heather Turman (Stuck) about Wonder Woman and the power of movies. #wonderwoman #pattyjenkins #movies #women #film #industry #conversation #important #review #womeninfilm

In this weeks episode, Heather talks with the wickedly funny Fortune Feimster about pursuing ones passion, not having a plan B, and a moment with a fan that put everything into perspective. #interview #comedy #conversation #lgbtq #themindyproject #fortunefeimster #television #film #inspired

In this weeks episode, Heather talks with Ira Madison III about the joys of cooking, the upcoming reboot of "Dynasty" and his new position at The Daily Beast. #Conversation #Interview #MTV #Dynasty #Cooking #IraMadisonIII #musicals #politics #industry

In this weeks episode, Heather speaks with chief film critic of MTV Amy Nicholson, about relationships, the power of films and her desires for the future. #MTV #conversation #interview #amynicholson #film

In this weeks episode, Heather talks with famed astrologer, Chani Nicholas, about what the hell is going on in this world right now, from an astrological perspective. You can find Chani's weekly forecast at www.chaninicholas.com #astrology #chaninicholas #conversation #interview #intuitive

In this weeks episode, Heather talks candidly with Stephanie Beatriz (Brooklyn 99) about breakups with friends, telling the truth and the power of love. #interview #conversation #Brooklyn99 #actor #women #hollywood #comedy #politics #friendship #dogs #death #grief You can find Stephanie on Twitter https://twitter.com/iamstephbeatz

In this weeks episode, Heather talks with actor/screenwriter/director Clea DuVall about the realities of independant filmmaking and the power of gratitude. You can watch Clea's new film "The Intervention" out on iTunes now. https://itunes.apple.com/us/movie/the-intervention/id1135636647 and find her on "Veep" every Sunday on HBO. Twitter @cleaduvall #filmmaker #independant #actor #gratitude #womeninfilm #hollywood #comedy #interview #conversation

In this weeks episode, Heather talks with comedian Shane Mauss about their individual experiences working with psychedelics, the nature of reality, and the importance of questioning everything. You can find Shane Mauss on Twitter at @ShaneMauss and find information about his current tour here http://www.shanemauss.com #comedy #interview #shanemauss #MDMA #therapy #psychedelics #MAPS

In this weeks episode, Heather talks candidly with writer/director/actor Quinta Brunson (Broke, Up For Adoption, Buzzfeed Development Partner) about politics, the power of words, and how NOT to receive an apology. You can follow Quinta Brunson on Twitter @quintabrunson

In this episode Heather talks with comedian and co-host of "Lady to Lady" podcast Barbara Gray, about 9/11, listening to one's intuition, and the challenges of vulnerability in relationships.

In this episode, Heather talks with writer/actor Laura Silverman (The ComeBack, The Sarah Silverman Program) about growing pains, using ones voice, and the life-changing advice she's received. You can follow Laura Silverman on twitter at https://twitter.com/LauraJSilverman