Conversations With Maria Menounos

On today’s show, we round out “bad ass female entrepreneur week’ with Maria’s story and her career journey! Kelsey and Pooja have collected some questions from interns, Patreon members, and you guys on social media that she answers in this interview. We go over career advice, how to push through fear, how to avoid burnout and so much more! If you enjoyed this episode please give it a thumbs up and tell us your favorite part in the comment section below. We love hearing from you :) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

On today’s episode, Maria sits down with founder of The Skinny Confidential (TSC) Lauryn Bosstick. For those that don’t know, TSC is one of the most distinctive blogs online today and has been featured in SHAPE, Women’s Health Magazine, SELF Magazine, The Gary Vee Show & People Magazine. Lauryn turned a small health & fitness blog into a total lifestyle with an incredible community and for the last 12 years, TSC has rightfully solidified its title as a digital global empire. In this interview, Lauryn shares all of the lessons she learned along her journey and shares what she found has worked and doesn’t work when it comes to business strategy and brand building. If you enjoyed this episode, please click that like button and let us know your favorite part in the comments below:) RESOURCES: Her NEW Hot Shave Razor just came out + her ice roller is on www.shopskinnyconfidential.com Website: https://www.theskinnyconfidential.com/ IG: @theskinnyconfidential & @laurynbosstick --- Support this podcast: htt

On today’s episode, Maria sits down and chats with business mogul and entrepreneur Kendra Scott. Kendra transformed her small jewelry company, run out of her basement, into a billion-dollar, globally-recognized brand. with us today. From how to hire the right people to creating a work-life balance, she gives us SO many invaluable career tips. Whether you are a seasoned business owner, a young entrepreneur, or someone who has an idea that you want to bring to life, this episode is for you. RESOURCES: IG: @kendrascott --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

This was Maria’s first Thanksgiving without her mother and today, she discusses what that experience was like, reveals what helped bring her comfort, and shares a sweet moment she had with her mom. Pooja and Kelsey talk about their breaks and how they spent this holiday, and Pooja chats about what it was like going home for the first time since moving to LA. Both her and Maria also reveal how they were able to beat the holiday travel rush (they faced NO lines at the airport!). Maria then gives an update on their Connecticut home renovation and talks more party planning tips as the movie premiere for her Lifetime Christmas film “The Holiday Fix Up” is coming up. The team also talks gift ideas, Maria’s favorite home decor brands, where to shop for designer fashion while on a budget, and much more. We hope you enjoy and if you do, please give this video a thumbs up and let us know in the comments! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

Hay Kweenz, time for another edition of Regular Guy Friday. Random Texts of Kindness are worth sending. 'Twas the Night Before Christmas on Apple TV is worth watching - and essential viewing for any aspiring Narcissist Hunter OR anyone who finds themselves in the crosshairs of a narcissist. Note: half of you or a loved one will one day be there.  There's what you want and what you really want. Knowing the latter will dictate your fate. The question you're not asking yourself daily that's preventing your success. Not enough Fridays till Christmas. Bye Betches. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

On today’s episode, Keven, Kelsey and Pooja break down our interview with Anthony Trucks and share what spoke to them the most. We dive into how guilt can actually make you a better person (so long as it is not crippling you), why admitting your shortcomings is the first step to healing, and how you can actually create new reactions to triggers instead of acting in anger or frustration. We hope you enjoy this episode! RESOURCES: Website: https://anthonytrucks.com/ Buy Anthony’s book here: https://identityshiftbook.com/ IG: @anthonytrucks Listen to his podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aww-shift/id1453722690 Check out our interviews with Anthony here: --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

On today’s episode, Anthony Trucks sits down with Better Together’s back-up quarterback for an incredibly moving interview FULL of so many “aha” moments and breakthroughs. We talk how to navigate relationships and how forgiving those who have wronged you can actually be healing. Anthony also teaches us how to eliminate guilt and create a work-life harmony that will lead us towards creating a more balanced, well-rounded life. Resources: Website: https://anthonytrucks.com/ Buy Anthony’s book here: https://identityshiftbook.com/ IG: @anthonytrucks Listen to his podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aww-shift/id1453722690 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

Our guest today teaches us how to make shift happen!!! You heard that right. Former NFL athlete, American Ninja Warrior and international speaker Anthony Trucks uses cutting edge science and psychology to help you reach your full potential so that you can elevate your life and business. After being given away to foster care at 3 years old, suffering abuse from his foster parents, being adopted into an all-white family at 14, losing his NFL career to an injury and much more, Anthony had to learn how to shift and adapt from a very young age. Now, he teaches us how to do the same. In this episode, we learn the 3 steps you can take to make shifts in our own lives. This extremely emotional and vulnerable episode is a must-watch, especially if you feel stuck. Please share with anyone you think would benefit. RESOURCES: Website: https://anthonytrucks.com/ Buy Anthony’s book here: https://identityshiftbook.com/ IG: @anthonytrucks Listen to his podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aww-shift/id145

On today’s episode, Maria and Kelsey talk about some trouble they have had or are currently having with people they consider close friends. Maria gives Kelsey advice on how to handle her specific situation and also shares wisdom that will help anyone who has dealt with disappointment in friendships. We also talk about how to re-prioritize YOU and those closest to you. For anyone who struggled with toxic friends, this episode is for you. If this helped you in anyway, please like and comment. RESOURCES: Link to our episode with Shauna Niequist: https://youtu.be/pbbB-aSsA7E --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

Hay Kweenz, Happy Scamsgiving weekend and Happier Black Friday!  Be grateful for the bad things in your life along with the good and watch this happen. The best thing about many of your friends and family may be you. This the best way to deal with being ghosted. Watch the new director's cut of Rocky 4 on Amazon. Bye Betches. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

In part two of our interview with Dr. Nicole LePera aka the Holistic Psychologist, Nicole breaks down how to form a healthy, lasting relationship. We go into how your childhood trauma can carry into adulthood and how that can negatively affect your relationships. We also discuss codependency (and how to break free from it) and trauma bonds. Luckily, Nicole teaches us how we can start to reverse these unhealthy habits and shares easy to apply, practical tools that will help you on your healing journey. If you are struggling from any sort of anxiety or depression, or if you are having trouble in your relationships and don’t know why, this is the episode for you. We hope you learn as much as we did. And if you did, please make sure to like and comment :) RESOURCES: Self Healer Circle - opening enrollment soon - can sign up for waitlist now: https://theholisticpsychologist.com/waitlist/ Website: www.theholisticpsychologist.com IG: @the.holistic.psychologist --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bet

In part one of our interview with Dr. Nicole LePera aka the Holistic Psychologist, Nicole breaks down how to form a healthy, lasting relationship. We go into how your childhood trauma can carry into adulthood and how that can negatively affect your relationships. We also discuss codependency (and how to break free from it) and trauma bonds. Luckily, Nicole teaches us how we can start to reverse these unhealthy habits and shares easy to apply, practical tools that will help you on your healing journey. If you are struggling from any sort of anxiety or depression, or if you are having trouble in your relationships and don’t know why, this is the episode for you. We hope you learn as much as we did. And if you did, please make sure to like and comment :) RESOURCES: Self Healer Circle - opening enrollment soon - can sign up for waitlist now: https://theholisticpsychologist.com/waitlist/ Website: www.theholisticpsychologist.com IG: @the.holistic.psychologist --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bet

Anyone who knows Maria knows she plans the BEST parties. Seriously. She is known for her legendary throwdowns and today, she reveals ALL of her party planning secrets and tips. From preventing noise complaints from neighbors to picking the music to arranging the food and drinks (yes, even placement is important), you are guaranteed to come out of this episode fully-equipped and ready to plan the perfect get-together. The team also discusses their Thanksgiving plans and shares how they are going to spend their holidays. We hope you enjoyed this episode! If you did, please give it a thumbs up and share your favorite part in the comment section :) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

Hey Kweenz, it's Regular Guy Friday Burf-day Edition where Kev discusses how to find meaning in the day and also that...we don't control what happens but we do control this. How we react to 'this' dictates how our lives will end up. Be less reachable, have more success and happiness. Why setbacks are 'chosen' for you and better when they happen to you. That moment between stimulus and response. The mindset needed in all decisions in order to be most productive. The Daily Stoic is a must watch on YouTube. Rocky vs Drago is a must watch on Amazon. The former inspires you on how to move forward in life, the latter inspires you to go back and make things right. Both teach us, it's never too late. Regulars Guy and Gal vacation tips, cool moms who make out with frat boys and going home for the holidays while you can. Bye Betches! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

On today’s show, Kev aka Mr. Maria Menounos sits down with TikTok star Rod to talk about anxiety and bullying and their tools to overcome it, especially in the age of social media. Rod posts to his 1.1 million followers on TikTok daily, leaving him vulnerable to the not-so-nice side of the Internet. As a result, he has dealt with online toxicity and even bullying, something many can relate to. Luckily, Rod shares the tools he has learned to combat this negativity and keep a healthy mindset! For anyone suffering with anxiety or who knows someone dealing with it, this episode is for you. RESOURCES: @justme.rod on TikTok and IG --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

Chances are you may recognize today’s guest Alyson Stoner from one of her many roles on the Disney Channel and other blockbuster hits like the Cheaper By The Dozen franchise, Camp Rock, Step-Up or from Missy Elliott’s music video for “Work It.” Well today, the former child super-star sits down with Maria to talk about how she navigated the industry, the struggles she faced as she transitioned out of Hollywood, the steps she took to successfully start over and her journey to mental health advocacy. We especially dive deep into the mind-body connection, which is the basis of Alyson’s business! Her company “Movement Genius” is a radically inclusive platform that uses movement to improve emotional and mental health. This is such a powerful and emotional interview and we hope you all enjoy it. If you do, please let us know by liking this video and commenting what your favorite part of the episode is! RESOURCES: **This gets our audience a free 30-day trial of Movement Genius, plus the Mind Body Pride book and Mi

Cody Alan is as beloved by the Nashville stars he covers as he is by millions of country fans. As Host and Executive Producer of CMT Radio, listeners hear Cody daily on more than 200 radio stations. Cody is Country’s Renaissance Man. In 2017, Cody came out in a very public way and in turn has helped so many others. Today, Keven and Cody discuss his new book “Hear’s the Thing,” where he gives us an all-access pass into his life. He talks about his coming out experience (and how he told his ex-wife, children, and parents) and offers advice to those who are stuck in a similar situation he was in. The two also talk about the future of the country-music industry and how in any business, more diversity equals more success. Cody’s positivity and spirit is a breath of fresh air whose story will inspire you to embrace your authentic self, no matter your sexual orientation. RESOURCES: Cody’s book, Hear’s The Thing, Lessons on Listening, Life & Love: https://www.amazon.com/Hears-Thing-Lessons-Listening-Life/dp/07852

Maria Menounos is talking about her recent “work-cation” with hubby, Keven Undergaro. The duo went overseas for some work Maria was doing with MTV and then stayed an extra week and explored. They went to Amsterdam and then popped around Italy before coming home. Maria recounts her trip, the lessons she learned along the way, some of her favorite spots, meals and stories ANDDDD she also dives into some packing and travel hacks she learned and will forever use. She shares European fashion secrets and says she thinks she has never, EVER in her life packed better for a trip...and (like no one ever does) she wore everything she brought!!! She shares her secrets with us today :) Links: Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/mariamenounos/ https://www.instagram.com/thekelseymeyer/ https://www.instagram.com/bettertogetherwithmaria/ **Travel Agents: https://www.instagram.com/creations_worldconcierge Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thekelseymeyer https://www.tiktok.com/@bettertogetherwithmaria

As you know by now Heal Squad, anything can happen on Pot Luck Saturday. This Saturday proved it yet again as Maria and Keven stumble upon a grand opening of a major chain and find themselves being THE first customers. More proof dreams CAN come true and that anything and we mean ANYTHING can happen on Pot Luck Saturday. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support

Hey Kweenz we fooled them again and made it back to good old Regular Guy Friday. What kind of woman can only succeed in their own business? How the wild animals we love most reveal so much about who we really are. How anger could be the spark to your healing and overcoming. Visit a small sushi joint in the valley and you may randomly see not one but two TV icons. Bonus: How Bhad Baby and Ava Max have great songs to pregame to but WHICH is better to listen to when heading to the clubs? Bye B's. #krisp --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/better-together-w-maria/support