Alexa brings episode 84, initially written as a blog post on Life Unfiltered, to life and video via IGTV. 160,000 kids in the United States are afraid to go to school because of the fear of being bullied. How can we as a community help prevent bullying and help kids who are being bullied? Plus, Alexa talks about her bullying experiences during this episode.
Aja Dang is the OG influencer. She launched her YouTube page and site before the days of blogging became as big as they are now. We launched our careers around the same time, and after meeting earlier this year on a USC panel talk, I couldn't help but ask her to come and chat with me. It's so important for you guys to know the reality behind building a brand off of yourself, and for you to be aware that being an "influencer" isn't what it's cracked up to be all of the time. Follow Aja on social ...
Therese Hoover describes herself as an intersectional feminist, artist and mom. She's also struggled with an eating disorder, which stemmed her to launch her Instagram page @healingcrayons. Along with talking about mental health and body image, Therese focuses on a range of topics to help young people overcome many obvious life obstacles.
Have you heard of SB Projects? Allison Kaye is a force in the entertainment industry, helping make talent like Ariana Grande AND Justin Bieber's careers. Along with CEO of SB Projects Scooter Braun, Allison finds talent and makes them into worldwide phenomenons. In this interview with Allison, we dive into the reality behind being such a successful executive, what you wouldn't know about your favorite stars and how she balances being a mother and a total boss babe. Follow Allison at @allisonjami...
It doesn’t matter what age or gender you are, or what profession you’re in, anyone experiencing some form of success can feel like they’re an impostor on some level. In fact, an estimated 70% of all people feel have suffered from impostor syndrome at least once in their lives. Have you? @alexa_curtis is tackling feeling like a fraud (imposter syndrome) today during This is Life Unfiltered. You ARE worthy....
Comforté founders Lina & Nadine Kennedy (the founder behind Alexandria Professional, the start of sugaring waxing) join me to talk about their latest venture, Comforté. This mother/daughter duo is a force of nature, newly focused on a unique remedy to help girls with their period cramps.
I'm intrigued by the concept of the work/life balance. Can you really do it all? In the media we always see stories of working mothers and fathers who talk about how they balance picking up their kids, going to work, making dinner, etc., but can they really do it all? I'm not a parent, but I certainly struggle with trying to do everything including be a daughter, a friend, and an entrepreneur. Let's talk more about this work/life balance this week!
Todd Grinnell is the co-founder of This Bar, formally This Bar Saves Lives, along with Kristen Bell + 2 other actors. Todd is originally from the East Coast (EC is the best coast) and he stopped by to tell me about his journey going from actor to entrepreneur, how he found his purpose, and HOW This Bar saves lives.
Vivek Jain is a unique individual. Originally from Canada, he worked in finance for the majority of his life before deciding to pursue a few different companies. Now, he runs LOKO (an innovative new dating app, completely unique) full-time along with pursuing acting + being a dad! If you're looking to pursue a nontraditional career path, this is a fantastic episode for you to listen to.
Finding your purpose takes time. It's a craft you have to perfect. Our founder Alexa Curtis takes us through the necessary steps you have to follow to find your purpose, and hopefully her experience will inspire you to take the next step towards finding your purpose. Follow Alexa on social media at @alexa_curtis.
Gabby Frost is a rising junior at Drexel University and founder of the nonprofit Buddy Project. Buddy project works to pair you with a person dealing with a similar situation you may be dealing with in an attempt to continue the conversation and reduce the stigma surrounding mental health. Gabby is a spokesperson for American Eagle and their AExMe council.
Dylan Gambardella is a 23-year-old entrepreneur, speaker, and leader. Dylan is the Co-founder of Next Gen, the premier business hub that cultivates knowledge, resources, and mentorship to empower the world’s greatest entrepreneurs, energizing them to create and grow meaningful businesses.
Carly Stein was attending college in Canada when she went on a trip to Italy and came across propolis: a natural remedy from bees that helped cure her autoimmune disease. What started as a side-hustle in college turned into her leaving her job as a trader at Goldman Sachs to launch Beekeeper's Naturals. Now the leading seller of propolis (sold at retailers like Vitamin World and Whole Foods) Carly knows a thing or two about running a successful startup. Follow them on social media at @beekeepers...
As an international Crisis Management, Suicide Prevention, and Leadership Skills presenter, Sergeant Kevin Briggs’ story and lived experiences have been featured at the Technology, Entertainment, and Design 2014 Conference as a TED Talk. His first book, Guardian of the Golden Gate: Protecting the Line Between Hope and Despair, was released in July 2015. Briggs, a retired California Highway Patrol sergeant, encountered numerous individuals clinging to life by a thread – individuals who had lost h...
KIND Campaign was founded by Lauren Paul & Molly Thompson over 8 years ago. They travel the world with their nonprofit inspiring young people to be kind! Both girls are the definition of fearless and unfiltered, speaking on topics like bullying and using your voice to make a difference during their appearances. Follow them on social media at @kindcampaign!
On March 15, I successfully pulled off the first ever Be Fearless Summit in Philly. I didn't have more than 5 months from getting this idea approved to executing the full day, and there's a lot I walked away from the first summit learning. Likeeee....don't ever try and pull a summit off alone! So much of being an entrepreneur is about not being fearful of failing. The only thing you should be afraid of when it comes to a new idea is the possibility of failing yourself.
Chelsea Moore grew up in Los Angeles before attending UCLA and studying architecture. During school she started a mini business spray tanning girls in her sorority before leaving college and started BoxFox, an uber chic curated box filled with tons of different brands. BoxFox brought in over $6 million last year and continues to change the way people buy gifts nowadays. Follow BoxFox on social media at @shopboxfox.
I frequently talk to founders who left their corporate job to run their startup full-time. But what about those who don't have that million dollar idea (or want one!) but aren't happy working at a startup or a corporate company? My advice is simple: we all have our own definition of happiness, but how much are you willing to sacrifice to a) land your dream job b) stay in your existing job because the money is good even if you're not happy? When is too much unhappiness enough to get you to pursue...
At 17, Jade Darmawangsa is an entrepreneur and digital strategist. With over 100,000+ fans and followers, her personal brand focuses on social media growth and motivation. Her content exceeds 3.2 Million views via YouTube and Instagram. She started the millennial entrepreneurship podcast The Raisn Brand in December 2017. Then received "Creator on The Rise" feature on YouTube Trending Worldwide. Follow her on social media at @jadedarmawangsa!
Emily Miethner is a powerhouse. As as the Founder and CEO of FindSpark and MCG Social, an adjunct professor, and an award-winning speaker, FindSpark has produced 250+ career, diversity, and recruitment programs for top employers like NBCUniversal, Yelp, L'Oreal, Grey, Bustle, and IPG Mediabrands and their 30,000+ members. MCG Social, FindSpark's sister agency, provides social media, community, and experiential marketing expertise with a focus on Gen Z and Millennials.
Brandon Leibel started Sand Cloud after a draining corporate call center job left him dreaming of sunny days at his local San Diego beach. Thanks to hard work and a break on Shark Tank in February 2017, Sand Cloud took off and has now done over $20 million in sales, while continuing to donate to organizations that protect marine life and ocean ecosystems as apart of the Sand Cloud mission to #SaveTheFishies. Leibel is the head of sales, licensing, marketing and public relations for Sand Cloud....
Lauren Brody was the editor of GLAMOUR for 16 years, before she embarked on her own journey of being a mom & entrepreneur. She's the mastermind behind The Fifth Trimester, and her work has been published in CNN, Forbes, Fast Company & more. We're talking all about parenting & advice for those of you struggling with connecting with your parents, and feeling like you can discuss your struggles with them.
Thane Marcus is a 26-year-old force: he's an author, a professional golfer and a successful public speaker. When Thane reached out I knew I wanted to have him on This is Life Unfiltered because Thane is the definition of a driven and talented individual who knows what he wants out of life: something we all struggle with finding. Follow Thane on social media at @thanemarcus.
I met Arabian Prince when I spoke at UCLA with the Boys & Girls Club, and I didn't realize he was one of the founding fathers of rap until after we spoke! N.W.A was an American hip hop group from Compton, CA- founded by members like Arabian, Dr. Dre & Ice Cube. Arabian is a tech junkie and incredibly successful rapper and founder of multiple tech companies. I'm honored to have had the chance to talk to him on the podcast and hope you love the interview!
Deep connections are hard to come by, which is one of the main reasons I stopped going out. Think there's no proper way to network? There totally is. I started going out when I first moved to New York City and I learned a lot when I began networking: you'd be surprised how many things you're probably not realizing when you go out and meet people. If you start thinking of yourself as a brand you'll realize how easy networking becomes: you won't take rejection as hard as you do now, and you'll sta...
Nicolette Mason & I have followed each other on social media since around the time I started my blog, A Life in the Fashion Lane. Nicolette is an influencer, inspiration and co-founder of Premme: a new plus-size clothing company that is about expressing your personality, having fun, and not feeling limited by society’s current fashion rules. Follow Nicolette Mason on social media at @nicolettemason!
Besides being Ansel Elgort’s girlfriend (swoon) Violetta is a sophisticated ballerina who is incredibly talented. She's also got a casual 1 million + following on Instagram. We interviewed her in NYC a month ago and we already made plans to go to hot yoga when I’m next in the city- she’s getting trained to be a yoga instructor too! Follow her on social media at @violetta.
50 EPISODES OF THIS IS LIFE UNFILTERED! Wow! I can't believe I still get as giddy filming a new episode as I did the first episode that I ever filmed. The past 50 weeks have been monumental in my career: I picked up, subletted my beautiful 1 bedroom apartment in Boston and headed to Los Angeles to hopefully get some type of signal that I would become successful in this industry. I've learned so much from every guest I've had on and I hope you love following my journey and feel strong enough to p...
We live in a world where we have access to everything instantly: need a car? Grab an Uber. Need a meal? Postmates is where it's at. Need a date? Yep, Bumble, Tinder, or The League are reliable options. Best part? If you aren't in the mood, you don't even have to pick up the phone and cancel your date. Amanda Bradford, founder of The League joins me today to talk about the crazy world of dating we live in. Use code #AlexaVIP to instantly get bumped to the front of the line after you apply & g...
One of my favorite parts of my job is having the chance to speak to people around the globe: whether it's a celebrity, a kid or a seriously cool adult, I learn so much after listening to someones story. I've got Devin Bushey on this week: a 23-year-old from Springfield, MA who is currently enrolled in college and decided to share his honest opinion on college with me this week. He's got some wise words for those of you who just aren't quite sure what to do with your life!
