Sarah and Liz talk to former L.A. gang members Richard Cabral and Jose Arellano about their new podcast "Without Your Permission." Richard (who's now an Emmy-nominated actor) and Jose share how they survived traumatic childhoods, gang life, and years in prison, and then came out the other side through faith, hard work, and the help of the organization Homeboy Industries. Also, Liz responds to a listener who wants to know why she uses bad language on "Happier In Hollywood," but NOT on "Happier Wi...
Dec 07, 2017•29 min
They say "writing is rewriting," and this week Liz and Sarah talk about The Bad Draft. They've finally managed to finish a draft of their pilot script, but will it ever be... good? How do they move forward and dig in to make it not just good but great? Then they talk to Young Adult author extraordinaire Melissa De La Cruz ( The Descendants series, Alex & Eliza, Pride And Prejudice And Mistletoe )about her experience with the popular prescription drug Adderall. Taking it helped her be insanel...
Nov 30, 2017•30 min
It's officially the holidays! Liz and Sarah discuss how they cope with working over the holidays when they'd rather be drinking cocoa and making cookies. Pro tip -- compartmentalizing, setting boundaries, and reframing help them NOT turn into Grinches. Then Sarah and Liz debate the merits of giving business gifts. Will they get their lawyer wine this year? They also explain the very Hollywood concept of a "crew gift." Plus a Hollywood Holiday Hack: hire a company to put up Christmas lights! And ...
Nov 23, 2017•29 min
We’re thrilled to present Panoply’s Fall 2017 lineup of shows. They include the satirical self-improvement show “Dexter Guff is Smarter Than You (And You Can Be Too),” the creepy paranormal series “Haunted,” “Family Ghosts,” in which people play detectives in their own family mysteries, “You Must Remember Manson,” which dives into the links between Charles Manson and Hollywood, the immersive fiction podcast “Tumanbay,” and “Battle Scars,” which features frank and sometimes funny conversations wi...
Nov 20, 2017•4 min
Emmy nominated actress Jenna Fischer ( The Office, Blades of Glory ) talks to Liz and Sarah about her new book The Actor's Life: A Survival Guide. From headshots gone wrong, to a breakdown Pottery Barn, to finally understanding that it takes fifty no's to get one yes, Jenna's experience will help anyone trying to make it in Hollywood and beyond. Then Liz and Sarah share an update on their Facebook group and the growing Happier in Hollywood community (hint — you should join!) and reveal this week...
Nov 16, 2017•37 min
Inspired by their Shondaland co-workers, Liz and Sarah reject the only-have-one-box approach to office space and embrace decorating. Then Sarah re-frames having to get up at 5 a.m. to write as a “Season of Sacrifice,” an approach she learned from a member of the Happier in Hollywood Facebook Group. Liz shares how her fantasy self and real self merged into one when she went to The Promised Land! That's right, Liz and Gretchen went to Oprah's house for a gospel brunch, which means there were celeb...
Nov 09, 2017•20 min
We've all caught ourselves binge-watching bad TV when we have deadlines that matter to us. Liz and Sarah talk to fellow writer and self-proclaimed procrastinator, Eileen Myers (Big Love, Hung, Masters of Sex), about why fear and resentment are the enemies of productivity. Eileen shares her techniques for conquering procrastination including the Pomodoro method. Liz and Sarah also answer listener questions about balancing career and family, and whether you can get a job when you're pregnant. Plus...
Nov 02, 2017•34 min
Push your boundaries! Liz and Sarah reflect on how stepping wayyyy out of their comfort zones to try new things (camping, unmedicated childbirth, even starting Happier in Hollywood) has ultimately helped them grow. Then they call their agent, Matt Solo, to answer one of Hollywood's most frequently asked questions -- How do you get an agent? They also share an update on horrible bosses. Plus, this week's Hollywood Hack -- have a morning list. To learn more about listener data and our privacy prac...
Oct 26, 2017•31 min
Emmy nominated casting director Sherry Thomas-Lane ( The Handmaid’s Tale, Breaking Bad, The Walking Dead ) joins Liz and Sarah to discuss Harvey Weinstein and the sexual harassment allegations that have rocked Hollywood. Also, an update on work birthdays (we’ve seen the light!) and a Hollywood Hack about tipping. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices ...
Oct 19, 2017•37 min
What's your currency? Liz and Sarah discuss what motivates them— and why it’s important for everyone to know their own currency. They also share how telling each other "this will be over by dinner," gets them through challenging moments. This week's Hollywood Hack: Say yes to the drink! And a celebrity sighting on the Paramount Lot. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastch...
Oct 12, 2017•21 min
Liz and Sarah have a guest co-host -- Gretchen Rubin! Liz's sister Gretchen takes a break from her The Four Tendencies book tour to weigh in on how to know if an idea is a good idea. She also offers Sarah advice on how to manage her Rebel daughter. They also debate gyms -- fancy vs. schlubby -- and share a Hollywood Hack that recently saved them a lot of money -- American Express Travel. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy L...
Oct 05, 2017•42 min
Liz and Sarah embrace their inner grinch as they debate the merits of office birthdays. (Spoiler alert: They're not fans.) After an update on the ongoing saga of Sarah's hair color, they answer a listener question about the value of an MFA in Hollywood. Liz and Sarah also check in with their former assistant, Brook, who left them earlier this year to focus on writing. Then this week's Hollywood Hack -- look up the menu and parking before a lunch meeting. To learn more about listener data and our...
Sep 28, 2017•32 min
What's on Liz and Sarah's mind? Crazy bosses! Liz and Sarah reminisce about their crazy ex-boss "Sam" and discuss the best ways to deal with difficult people in the workplace. Then they talk to Dr. Sara Gottfried about her book Younger: A Breakthrough Program to Reset Your Genes, Reverse Aging, and Turn Back the Clock 10 Years. Dr. Gottfried tells us how to shampoo our brains and why saunas might help us live longer. Plus, today's Hollywood Hack: smoothie delivery! To learn more about listener d...
Sep 21, 2017•42 min
Dr. Sherry Ross knows vaginas! OB-GYN to the stars Dr. Sherry Ross talks with Liz and Sarah about women's health-- including fertility, vaginal steaming, the Mona Lisa (all the rage in Hollywood right now) and vejazzling. And Self Improvement September continues! Liz and Sarah tackle the complicated issue of asking for what you want at work, then share a Hollywood Hack inspired by their Meditation Declaration -- use the Insight Timer app. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practic...
Sep 14, 2017•40 min
Writer's Retreat! After months of being stretched too thin, Liz and Sarah take a trip to Ojai for a writer's retreat. They discuss the productivity benefits of getting away from it all-- not just for writers, but for everyone. They also share the details of their "couples session" with spiritual guide Nancy Furst. (There was smudging, there were tears.) Finally, Liz and Sarah share a Hollywood Hack that can spare anyone in any career from unnecessary drama: Don't talk smack in public! To learn m...
Sep 07, 2017•35 min
In this episode, Liz and Sarah invite you to celebrate Self Improvement September! Each day, they will post a picture of something that improves their lives and they invite you to do the same using the hashtag #happierinhollywood. Then, a listener takes Liz to task for using beta blockers to calm her nerves before pitching. Speaking of nerves, Liz and Sarah are dealing with them big-time as they prepare to write a new script. They talk to fellow television writer, Bill Krebs, about writer's anxi...
Aug 31, 2017•28 min
Description: Do Liz and Sarah ever get jealous of other writers? What type of treadmill desks to they have? How do they deal with mansplaining? In this very special episode, Liz and Sarah answer listener questions! Plus, a listener Hollywood Hack -- buy and sell clothes on ThredUp. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for ...
Aug 24, 2017•33 min
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 s...
Aug 17, 2017•33 min
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 practic...
Aug 10, 2017•32 min
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 fav...
Aug 03, 2017•28 min
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 th...
Jul 27, 2017•39 min
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! To learn more about lis...
Jul 20, 2017•38 min
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! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.co...
Jul 13, 2017•35 min
In this episode, Liz and Sarah discuss the torture of resisting the TV writer kitchen. Their new assistant, Boafoa, introduces herself. Sarah and Liz answer a listener question about the job they're happy they didn't get and share a healthy Hollywood hack. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jul 06, 2017•36 min
In this episode, Liz and Sarah share their pre-new job rituals and discuss their role in the writers' room of ABC's upcoming "For The People." They also talk with their favorite producer, Laurie Zaks, about her big break at SNL, being a working mom, and why you should never let anyone tell you what you can't do. Plus, Sarah shares a Hollywood hack for busy parents. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad...
Jun 29, 2017•34 min
In this episode, Liz and Sarah share listener opinions on having a "heart full of love," and discuss their life mantras. Sarah talks about the doctor's visit that changed her life forever. Liz and Sarah's outgoing assistant Brook shares her final Hollywood Hack. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jun 22, 2017•29 min
In this episode, Liz and Sarah share their favorite listener work mantras; talk about letting go of bananas (AKA things that threaten their mental well being); and reveal a big update from their assistant, Brook. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jun 15, 2017•31 min
In this episode, Liz and Sarah tell their "origin story" and ask "What's your story?" They also talk about why it's actually good to suck at something, and debate whether Sarah's salt and pepper hair is bold and sexy or totally misguided. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jun 08, 2017•28 min
In this episode, Liz and Sarah talk about to give good meeting. Then they're joined by special guest Marcia Clark, author and lead prosecutor in the case against O.J. Simpson. Marcia sits in for this week's Hollywood Hack: Don't live in Hollywood. Check out Marcia's latest best selling book series ! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices See omnystudio...
Jun 01, 2017•33 min
In this episode, Liz and Sarah discuss surviving burnout; check in with their assistant, Brook Turner, about what it's like to be on verge of making it in Hollywood; and debate the merits of bullet journals. They also offer their latest Hollywood Hack (go pee!), and share their favorite celebrity sighting of the week. Check out Brook's podcast, Short and Sweet . To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad ch...
May 25, 2017•33 min
