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“My next relationship is forever,” Guadagnino explains to Nicole. “If I say I love you, I’m not playing games.” So what’s his type these days? Someone nurturing, maternal, OCD with cleaning, college educated, can engage in banter, sexual, physically attractive, private, and apparently comfortable with his conservative politics. When Nicole asks how he reconciles his preference to date Black women with his political affiliations, Guadagnino explains: “The world is a melting pot and not every race has to think the same....

Mi Li opens up on No Guide for This (with hosts Jen Hayes Lee and Sasha Smith) about her journey into motherhood, from blending Chinese traditions with modern parenting practices and navigating challenging mom moments. Mi Li is keeping it real about the beauty and the beast that is motherhood. She also shares the story of how she met her husband on a corner while filming Bling Empire—a meet-cute worthy of a reality show itself....

Who doesn’t love a good TV show to binge-watch and escape the everyday chaos? You can be cozying up on the couch with some snacks or sneaking in an episode during your lunch break. But, drama TV shows are the perfect way to relax and unwind. Plus, there’s literally a genre for every mood. Feeling spicy? Reality TV shows like Love Island are ready to go. Feeling nostalgic? You can dive right into shows like The OC....

First off, step away from the haters. Treat those negative stereotypes like the latest sickness going around your kid’s school and keep them far, FAR away from you. Here’s the truth: dating as a single mom might feel intimidating and even impossible at times, but it’s nothing compared to the challenges and responsibilities you face every day. Oh, and just in case you’re unsure, yes, you DO deserve companionship and a fulfilling relationship just as much as a child-free woman....

There is a lot of lingo thrown around when talking about dating. The latest talk has to do with flags. Flags make it easy to categorize the different issues or good signals that come up as you get to know each other. They can help you decide where the relationship is going, including whether it will last long term. Green and red flags are pretty easy to figure out. We already wrote a post addressing the question “What is a beige flag?...

She gives business hopefuls searing advice on Shark Tank. She hosts her own podcast, Aspire with Emma Grede. Yet despite her staggering success, Grede remains eloquently humble and describes herself as a lifelong learner. “If we are not growing, we die… I don’t imagine that I know everything, have learned everything, or that I’m always right. For me, you have to always be learning for your business and yourself. It’s another way of thinking about ‘how am I growing as a person?...

Although we’ve made giant leaps toward gender equality in the last few decades, we still have a looong way to go. Sure, women can vote, and hold leadership positions, and have a higher IQ than men without getting accused of witchcraft—but as women, we’re selling ourselves short if we pretend to be satisfied with the current state of things. (Want to challenge the status quo and make it clear where you stand on women’s rights?...

“My audience wanted to understand how to become a morning person,” Haider shares. “And let me tell you, I was not born a morning person at all—but I’ve put together certain systems that have turned me into one.” Keep reading for Siffat’s proven strategies for transforming your morning routine, once and for all. The secret to a successful morning actually starts the night before. “It all starts with your evening routine,” Haider explains....

What happened between Lisa Rinna and Camille Grammer? If you watched RHOBH season 9, you already know the backstory: Camille Grammer stormed off the reunion, dubbed the cast “the witches of Eastwick,” and spent the better part of a year retweeting her rage across the Housewives Twitterverse. Lisa Rinna, never one to back down from a clapback, famously confronted Camille at Kyle Richards’ lavish gala, telling her, “Hi Camille, how are you?...

How did Tess Barclay become a social media pro? Barclay started posting social media content when she was in high school, but her strategic mindset didn’t click until she started working in tech. “I always remember I was in this one meeting with my old boss,” she says. He was talking about how you can take an AI tech product and you can position it in the market. And I just remember thinking, ‘This is how influencers should work....

Scott also dives into his recent travels to the States, his deep-rooted love for Wales, and what is on the horizon for his career. You’ll get a deep laugh as the three friends reconnect and laugh about their first impressions of each other and that steamy Times Square billboard with Scott and other Love Island cast. You might even relate as he shares his mental health journey and the pressure to succeed and being in the limelight....

Known to millions as “Stassie Baby,” Karanikolaou has amassed over 10 million Instagram followers. Now, alongside Fisher, she’s ready to pull back the curtain on the realities of being an influencer and both the business and personal sides of their relationship. Fisher isn’t just any manager in the influencer space. As the founder and CEO of Timeline Management, a top-tier talent management company that’s been quietly shaping the careers of some of social media’s biggest names, she’s been instrumental in navigating the often chaotic business side of influencer culture....

With that being said, it can take some time to get in the full swing of remote interviewing and it can sometimes be tricky to get great sounding interviews when recording from such long distances. But, don’t worry! Here at Dear Media, we have everything you need to know about recording a podcast from how to name a podcast to how to monetize your podcast, and more! So, let’s go over some super helpful tips on how to record high-quality audio remotely!...

As a teenager, Brothers loved creating her own business ventures to make extra money. She was a dog walker and had a house cleaning business. She was also the girl who loved to draw and create ideas. The goal was to combine her business acumen with creativity. “My sweet spot is right in the middle. Some days, I lean one way, and some days, I lean the other,” Brothers says....

Why Do Podcasters Wear Headphones? Monitor Audio While Recording When recording a podcast, it’s super helpful to be able to monitor your audio while recording. With a good pair of audio headphones, you will be able to hear exactly what your sound effects, music, and voice will sound like to your listeners. Hearing yourself while recording will allow you to make those tiny sound adjustments along the way that keep your sound quality high....

10 Papaya Podcast Episodes You Need To Listen To The One Where Sarah Gives Birth, Our Home Water Birth Story with Shane Landry Buckle in and get ready to hear all the juicy details about Sarah’s home birth. Sarah and her husband Shane discuss their daughter’s birth story and why they ultimately chose a water birth. This funny and emotional episode will have you laughing and crying right along with Sarah and Shane....

1. Pre-Cut Fruits and Veggies Those perfect little containers of pre-cut pineapple chunks or baby carrots may seem convenient, but you’re paying extra for someone else to do the prep work. The Fix: Buy whole fruits and veggies and chop them yourself. You’ll not only save money, but you’ll also get more bang for your buck (and maybe even tone your arms while slicing). 2. Bottled Water Buying bottled water is like paying for something you already have at home, and let’s not even get started on plastic waste....

But, before you hit “record,” there are a lot of things to consider to ensure your podcast is top-notch. First things first, investing in the right equipment and software is KEY. A high-quality microphone and headphones will drastically improve your audio quality, making your content more enjoyable to listen to. Additionally, software such as Audacity or GarageBand can help with post-production editing, making your episodes sound polished and professional. Another thing to think about is the time and effort that goes into pre- and post-production....

Today, The Bravo Network features allll things reality TV, modern drama, cooking & fashion competitions, home improvement shows, and all those celebrity personalities we love and hate. Bravo has tooons of ultra-popular reality TV shows that fans literally CANNOT get enough of. And, there is sooo much drama to unpack in these shows that we oftentimes see the drama spill over onto social media and podcasts! You know “Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen,” right?...

Charles Johnson IV, founder and board chair at 4Kira4Moms, is changing this reality. His non-profit advocates for safer, more respectful, and equitable maternal health outcomes and the prevention of the tragic loss of mothers to preventable childbirth complications. Johnson’s mission emerged from tragedy: His wife, Kira Dixon Johnson, died after a routine C-section from preventable complications. “With 100 percent certainty and every fiber of my being, I know that this is what I’m supposed to be doing....