In this episode, Liz and Sarah share a wonderfully validating email from a listener who took their advice and had a professional headshot taken! Then they put in a call to their old friend, former high-powered film producer JEANNE ALLGOOD. After working on over 23 Hollywood films (including Terminator Salvation and We Are Marshall, which she executive produced), Jeanne decided move with her family to a ranch in Montana. Jeanne shares what motivated her to pack up and leave it all behind– and shares some tips for happier living that she’s picked up along the way. Also, Liz and Sarah make a Meditation Declaration — a promise to meditate 10 minutes a day, everyday– and they’re asking you to hold them accountable. In this week’s Hollywood Hack, their assistant Boafoa makes a case for Google Drive. And finally, Liz tells how a fight for a parking spot led to this week’s friendly celebrity sighting.
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Episode 13: Make Your Vice A Virtue: An Interview With Actress-Writer-Producer Felicia Day
In this episode, Liz and Sarah vent about their least favorite thing about living in Los Angeles – commuting! – and recommend the podcasts and audiobooks that help them survive LA traffic. Then they interview actress, writer, producer, and gamer FELICIA DAY about her trailblazing career in Hollywood. Felicia dishes on auditions, ComicCon, her hit web-series (The Guild), and offers advice on forging your own path to success– in any business. Then Liz and Sarah share a Hollywood Hack long practiced by actors in the industry — keep a change of clothes in your car.
Episode 12: It’s Good to Be Self-Critical! (Unless It’s Not.)
In this episode, Liz and Sarah asked for advice on drinking more water, and you came through! Happier in Hollywood producer Jennifer Lai shares her favorite water-drinking tips from our listeners. In “From the Treadmill Desks Of,” Liz and Sarah discuss the pros and cons of self-criticism. When should you expect more from yourself, and when does self-criticism become toxic? Then Liz and Sarah call their agent, Matt Solo, who dispenses advice on how to stand out when you’re starting out. Their favorite piece of wisdom, whether you’re in a Hollywood agency mailroom or any other entry level job: “Your job is from 9 – 6. Your career is what you do from 7 until midnight.” Finally, in this week’s Hollywood Hack, Liz and Sarah share their newest obsession, discount luxury shopping on TheRealReal!
Episode 11: The One Where We Call Gretchen, Talk Botox, and Save Lives!
In this episode, Liz and Sarah share the (surprisingly strong!) listener reactions to the IgG food test that led to Sarah going gluten-free. Then they invite Happier’s Gretchen Rubin (also known as Liz’s big sister) to help them solve the age-old writer problem: How do I get myself to write? Gretchen breaks down her trademark Four Tendencies and explains how understanding your tendency can help you achieve your goals. Liz and Sarah debate the merits of plastic surgery and Liz reveals a secret that even her husband doesn’t know. They also share a life-saving Hollywood Hack — have an emergency kit! — and reveal their latest celebrity sightings.
Episode 10: Pitching, (Side) Hustling, and Dressing for (Hollywood) Success
In this episode, Liz and Sarah tackle pitching– for tv and beyond– and share some exciting news about their most recent pitch with Marcia Clark. They also answer listener questions about the Hollywood dress code and discuss why it’s important to feel powerful AND be comfortable. High-powered real estate agent Victoria Massengale shares her tips for pitching in any industry and Side Hustle School’s Chris Guillebeau gives us this week’s Hollywood Hack – get a side hustle!
Episode 9: Keeping Sane and Keeping Up with the Kardashians
In this episode, Liz and Sarah discuss the problem of feeling like they’re being pulled in a million different directions. How do they stay sane as they adjust to their new job? They also share listener opinions on whether or not Sarah should dye her hair, and Liz defends her love of the Kardashians. This week’s Hollywood Hack: watch the TV shows your boss watches. And an “existential” celebrity sighting!