Hosted by Broadway, TV and Film Actress, Author Meredith Patterson since 2018. Each week, Meredith sits down with her guests to catch up about their life in the entertainment industry. Authentic. Honest. Vulnerable. Every Wednesday, Meredith gives you tips on how actresses and artists stay healthy; body, mind & spirit, in her bonus episodes called #WellnessWednesday. She is a board certified holistic health coach and graduate of The Institute for Integrative Nutrition in NYC and National Hol ...
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Got something to confess sis…? Good job because author and journalist, Candice Brathwaite, and actress and online personality, Coco Sarel, are inviting you into their closet of confession to drop their truths, and yours… Come and confess to us cousins, it’s *totally* anonymous and there’s nothing off-limits. Send in your secrets: https://forms.gle/isf8odGDSn1S3FSz7 Oh, and don’t forget - what’s said in the closet, stays in the closet… This podcast has been produced by Astrid Productions. Hos ...
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In The City Confessions, host and Native New Yorker Mariann Yip leads an ongoing, causal and raw discussion with real people living in the city to share and laugh about their highs and most importantly their lows. She invites guests to open up about what they’re really going through on a daily basis, what the city has taught them, and ultimately gives them a platform to talk about what’s on their mind and what keeps them up at night. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/s ...
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New York Times Best Selling author of "Confessions of A Prairie Bitch: How I Survived Nellie Oleson and Learned to Love Being Hated", Alison Arngrim is best known to viewers world-wide for her portrayal of the incredibly nasty "Nellie Oleson" on the much loved, long running hit television series "Little House On The Prairie," and continues to amuse audiences through her many film, television, stage and multi-media appearances. Her one woman show "Confessions of a Prairie Bitch", which starte ...
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Actress Jamie-Lynn is teaming up with musician Jenna to talk about the hard subjects, embarrassing moments, and sticky situations we all face as parents! Jamie-Lynn manages being a mom to 2 boys while traveling and working. She's been through it all and is here to help. Jenna is a stay-at-home mom of 2 and uses her research of all things mommy to share her best tips and tricks! Welcome to a safe place to confess your worst mommy sins, realize you're not alone, and make you feel like you're k ...
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William Keck, Writer/Producer/Journalist/Author
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Today Alison interviews William Keck Writer/Producer/Journalist/AuthorBy UBNGO
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Ep 188: Solo Episode- Mariann Yip- Closing out Season 10- Life Updates- Working on Secret Projects- Summer Hiatus
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This is a quick and short solo episode featuring your host Mariann Yip, closing out season 10 of The City Confessions. She shares her life updates, how she's truly feeling about her podcast, and what she's working on behind the scenes. You can follow her real life updates on her personal page www.instagram.com/mariann_yip and stay tuned for the ret…
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Ep 187: Rebecca Benvie- ASMR Specialist and Founder of Whisperwave NYC - ASMR Benefits - Being an Entrepreneur in the Health and Wellness Space
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This week's guest is Rebecca Benvie, an ASMR specialist and founder of WhisperWave, an ASMR spa in New York City focused on health and wellness. In this episode, we talk about the following topics: Her relationship with NYC and why she started her business here What is ASMR and the benefits What inspired her to start Whisper Wave and what a service…
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Meredith explains how she ended up in Whitefish, Montana as a professional actress, singer, dancer, author and now producer. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofanactress/message
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Ep 186- Kate Lombardo- Mindset Coach/ Wellness Educator- Using Yoga to Overcome Challenges living in NYC- Balancing Career and Being a Mom- Highs and Lows of Entrepeneurship Journey
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This episode features mindset coach and entrepreneur Kate Lombardo. She is also the Co-Owner and Director of YogaRenew Online Teacher Training and YogaRenew Hoboken.We talk about the below topics including: Kate’s discovery and love for yoga, how it began and how it changed her life Relationship with NYC including challenges with her health and deb…
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Meredith talks about the new scientific exercise for our brains called Neurobics. For more visit www.wholebrainhealth.org/neurobics--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofanactress/message
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Today Alison interviews Author Peter K. AckermanBy UBNGO
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To celebrate 5 seasons of Closet Confessions, we’re throwing back to some of the best cousin confessions. For part 2, we’ve got confessions covering cheating justification, the most vile revenge story and probably one of the craziest confessions we’ve ever received. Follow the show on Instagram @closetconfessionspod Don’t forget, what’s said in the…
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Ep 185: Marcel Dinkins- What it’s like being a Peloton Instructor - Using Fitness to Heal from Grief - Mental Health as an Athlete
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Today’s guest is Marcel Dinkins, a peloton instructor, keynote speaker, former army officer and Div 1 runner. Topics we discuss in this week’s episode include: How Marcel became a Peloton instructor / her journey from Memphis to NYC Grief/turning the loss of her brother into motivation The mental toll of being an athlete A day in the life and what …
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#WellnessWednesday - Is Decluttering Self Care?
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Tidying up can help you destress gain a sense of control and improve your state of mind in numerous ways. In this bonus episode, Meredith talks about the process and results of putting things in their place to improve your mood and state of mind. Citing an article from EverydayHealth.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/p…
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To celebrate 5 seasons of Closet Confessions, we’re throwing back to some of the best cousin confessions. So enjoy the most iconic stories of petty revenge, broken hearts and a seriously chaotic Christmas. Follow the show on Instagram @closetconfessionspod Don’t forget, what’s said in the closet, stays in the closet and send your anonymous confessi…
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Your Confessions… “I cancelled their holiday”
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Sarel’s confession brings out Candice’s responsibility to slay, but Sarel just wants to confirm outfits before the event… In the closet this week, Candice shares how dressing outisde of trends makes her feel powerful, the girls discuss the impact of a signature staple and they discuss the recent Amanda Seales pile-on. Follow the show on Instagram @…
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Sarel’s confession brings out Candice’s responsibility to slay, but Sarel just wants to confirm outfits before the event… In the closet this week, Candice shares how dressing outisde of trends makes her feel powerful, the girls discuss the impact of a signature staple and they discuss the recent Amanda Seales pile-on. Follow the show on Instagram @…
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Listen to Meredith confess how she feels about self tape audition advice and Mother’s Day --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofanactress/message
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Your Confessions… “Am I Being An Unsupportive Friend?”
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A cousin is struggling with her friend’s escapades with a sugar daddy. When is it concern or is it judgement? Follow the show on Instagram @closetconfessionspod If you have a confession you need to get off your chest, pop it anonymously in here: forms.gle/isf8odGDSn1S3FSz7 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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#WellnessWednesday - Build Muscle Mass For Longevity
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The 3 best ways to maintain your muscle mass to live a longer and healthier life. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofanactress/message
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Today in studio with Alison is Author Eric Andrews-KatzBy UBNGO
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Ep 184: Christina Monteleone Boyarsky- Beauty and Wellness Publicist- Starting her own PR Firm- Spilling the tea on the Publicity World- Confession about Living in NY
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This week’s guest is beauty and wellness publicist, Christina Monteleone Boyarsky, who is also the founder of CMB Media. In this episode, we talk about: Why Christina started her own PR firm and how she landed her first client Being her own boss and how she handles the stress and pressure Her morning routine and reality of being a publicist Stereot…
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Candice and Sarel discuss how scary it is watching the youth grow up online and the joy of not having to stick at one thing forever. In the closet this week, Candice explains why she hates Stitches on TikTok, not being a content creator forever and the girls wonder what the lasting impacts of iPad babies are going to be… Plus, in our cousin confess…
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Alison interviews Jennifer Donati, Aka Baby RoseBy UBNGO
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In keeping with authenticity, this is not the 99th episode as I said, it is truly the 97th. This is my confession and a deep dive into how I am unwinding so many beliefs. I dive into my connection to my worth being what I have accomplished as an artist and how I still don’t believe I have made it in the entertainment industry. --- Send in a voice m…
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After a gorgeous story of Black love, a cousin has written in as she’s reconsidering dating a guy due to his favourite movie. Candice and Sarel discuss the intricacies of dating outside your rate and recall some unhinged comments made about dating Black women. Follow the show on Instagram @closetconfessionspod If you have a confession you need to g…
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#WellnessWednesday - How Dancing Helps Your Mental Health
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Dancing is fun and can be a great way to celebrate, but evidence also suggest that it can be a powerful tool for boosting mental health and well-being! Researchers have found that dancing can improve mood, combat depression, boost brain function, foster happiness, and even improve relationships. It can also improve psychological coping and overall …
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Ep 183: Hayley Folk - Sex and Relationships Writer based in NYC - Being Courageous in Writing and Talking about Sex Openly- How her Husband feels about her Career
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This week’s guest is sex and relationships writer Hayley Folk. She talks about her writing journey and move to NYC and how she’s been courageous to openly write about sex. Other topics include: Dealing with feedback with her writing from her family and friends How her husband feels about her career and writing topics Hayley’s opinion on raunchy and…
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Candice has found her first grey hair and it’s not where you think it is… This week in the closet, Sarel and Candice get into the reality of perimenopause, the desperation of wanting to learn more about our own bodies and how Black women’s health issues are constantly overlooked. Plus, our cousin confession features a lying husband, big-boobed whit…
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Julie Foldesi is an actress, singer, songwriter, writer and musician. Some career highlights include: Broadway: SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE (2017 revival), Disney’s NEWSIES, Lincoln Center’s SOUTH PACIFIC, THE LITTLE WOMEN and THE FULL MONTY. TV: AS THE WORLD TURNS (Millicent, recurring). Solo albums: MY PLANS, THIS PART OF TOWN. Your songs have…
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#WellnessWednesday - The Psychology of Mean Girls
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Meredith talks about mean girl behavior, known as relational aggression and how it's definitely not fetch to be a mean girl in this world. Mean Girl behaivor is a survival tactic for people who are insecure, immature, jealous, egotistical, and yes, narcissistic. It is a learned behavior and an insidious type of bullying used that often goes unnotic…
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Ep 182: Solo Episode- Confession about Losing Myself and 5 Lessons to Get My Life Back on Track
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This episode is a solo one featuring your host, Mariann Yip. She confesses that she has recently lost herself and is finding her way back. She shares five lessons including: Stop worrying about others and focusing on my paper / Minding my own business Noticing emotions but not having to voice them or act on them Power of affirmations & gratitude (f…
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95 - Confessions with Meredith - Residuals
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Do you have to pay your agent or manager 10% of residuals forever? If you aren’t sure or worse, you think you have to, listen to this episode. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofanactress/message
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This week Alison interviews Actress Nicole EggertBy UBNGO
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#WellnessWednesday - Huntington’s Disease
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Today Meredith talks about a disease that runs in her family, Huntington’s Disease (HD). Huntington's Disease (HD) is a devastating genetic condition that affects the cells in your brain. It’s a progressive condition that gets worse over time. Common symptoms affect your movement, thoughts and feelings. Symptoms usually start between the ages of 30…
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Ep 181: Cameron Forbes - Founder of Forbes Function- Power of Networking - Realities of Starting Her Own Business and Working in the Events Industry
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This week’s episode features Cameron Forbes, the founder of Forbes Functions, a boutique event planning company curating memorable experiences for bold brands and party people alike. We talk about her background and relationship in NYC and all about her business, Forbes Functions. Other topics include: - Cameron talking about growing up in New York…
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Sarina Hart is an actor, percussionist, voice-over artist, and longtime resident of Whitefish, Montana. She was just recently seen as Annie Wilkes in The Whitefish Theatre Company’s production of Stephen King’s Misery. Directed by Kim Krueger Other acting credits include: Marianne Angel in The Revolutionists for WTC, Mrs. Muller in Montana Repertor…
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Theta waves are the second slowest brain wave and are connected to your subconscious mind. Theta waves are the second slowest brain wave and are connected to the subconscious mind. They are present during sleep and wakefulness. During sleep, they are present during the REM cycle and are responsible for vivid dreaming. They are also present during i…
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Ep 180: Hannah Masi Helwani - Actress and Model from LA - Navigating Pregnancy and Embracing The New Chapters Ahead - Finding Her Place in New York
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This episode features actress and model from LA, Hannah Masi Helwani. We discuss the below topics including: Opening up about finding her place in New York and finding the move to be difficult Juxtaposition of having beautiful milestones in NYC but feeling homesick and love for LAImportance of having supportive parents for her career and life path …
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93 - Confessions with Meredith - Tips to Manifest Success
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State It / Claim It / Align Your Energy / Visualize / Find A Bigger Meaning. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofanactress/message
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Your Confessions… “My mom is dating a man my age and I can't stand him”
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This cousin is wrestling with her mum’s new boyfriend with a 27-year age gap. Candice and Sarel offer their thoughts on whether we worry about our parents too much and the dream of being a wealthy older woman. We’re going on tour! Come see us in Birmingham and Manchester, get your tickets at www.closetconfessionspod.com Follow the show on Instagram…
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Meredith covers a lot of ground with her opinion of being a woman in the entertainment industry, success, celebrity, hard work, talent and determination. Is that combo all you need to be super successful? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofanactress/message…
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90 - Confessions with Meredith - Thrive On All Sides
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Confessions with Meredith about where she is, how she is feeling about performing, auditions, motherhood, and how it is a struggle trying to thrive on all sides of life. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofanactress/message
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Meredith talks about the necessary conversation of gun safety and the representation of guns in Hollywood. https://www.theguardian.com/culture/2022/jun/13/amy-schumer-julianne-moore-guns-film-tv --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofanactress/message
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Meredith updates you on her life, her confessions and what’s new --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofanactress/message
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Meredith talks about where she is now, what she’s looking forward to, why she started this podcast and thanks each and every one of you for supporting her always #confessionsofanactress --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofanactress/message
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After a long break, Meredith connects on losing legends in the Broadway community, Casting Director Jay Binder and Legendary Designer Tony Walton. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofanactress/message
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Meredith is back from hiatus and takes you through her audition for Music Man on Broadway! Order her book "Confessions Of An Actress: From Chorus Girl to Broadway Star" on Amazon.Available on Kindle, Hardcover & Paperback. Follow her on Instagram @merpatterson--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofanactres…
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The weekend after the release of her first book, Confessions Of An Actress: From Chorus Girl to Broadway Star, Meredith takes you through her feelings, thoughts and gratitude.Available in Print and Kindle--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofanactress/message…
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Confessions of an Actress: From Chorus Girl to Broadway Star is now available for pre-order on @amazonkindle https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09BLXMZSC--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofanactress/message
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Before she goes on hiatus for the Summer, Meredith confesses a few things --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofanactress/message
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Lois has been hailed by critics as one of the most highly respected directors in the Bay Area. She has directed over 75 productions at Playhouse West and other theatres throughout the country. Her versatility as a director ranges from Pinter’s Betrayal “Betrayal Sparkles” (San Francisco Chronicle) to Noel Coward’s Private Lives “The production is c…
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Meredith gives you a quick confession on what’s going on in her life 💚 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/confessionsofanactress/message
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