Julie, Liz, Monica and Lian connect for a new podcast. On the show today: Powerball Losers but LA Times Bestsellers Russian Spies and British Royalty And Awkward Moments abound for Monica and Liz Plus, information on the Summer with Shakespeare Sweepstakes in celebration of Lian Dolan's Bestselling Novel: Elizabeth the First Wife See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-s...
May 19, 2013•50 min•Ep. 1239
A wonderful Mother's Day interview with author Amy Hatvany. Her new book Heart Like Mine is a warm, engaging story of three women and their emotional journey to find a connection to each other and their pasts. Heart Like Mine explores relationships between mothers and daughters, stepmoms and stepkids, and husbands and wives. Amy herself is a warm and engaging interview. She shares her writing porcess, how she's makes time for her creative life in a house with kids and work and her special relati...
May 10, 2013•37 min•Ep. 1235
Satellite Sisters WordWrite Festival: Columnist Tracy Beckerman A series of interview with writers. In this episode, writer and humorist Tracy Beckerman talks about her new "momoir' Lost in Suburbia. Tracy's popular newpaper column Lost in Suburbia is een in over 400 newspapers. Her memoir tells the story of how she got pregnant, lost herself, and then got her cool back in the New Jersey suburbs. For more information about Tracy Beckerman, please check out her website Lost in Surbia http://losti...
May 05, 2013•34 min•Ep. 1232
A series of interviews with authors. This episode features author Caroline Leavitt. She is the author of ten books, including the NYT bestseller Pictures of You and her latest novel Is This Tomorrow. Is This Tomorrow is a haunting literary thriller about a child disappearance in a Boston suburbs in the late Fifties and the aftermath of the case on family and friends decades later. Caroline Leavitt is a engaging interview, charming storyteller and generous teacher whose advice about writing is se...
May 05, 2013•39 min•Ep. 1213
On today's Satellite Sisters, Julie, Liz and Monica cover: Monica's tale of the Worst Seatmate Ever. REALLY, people. EVER. Do not operate heavy machinery as she shares her transcontinental tale. Julie thanks the Satellite Sisterhood for alerting her to the fact that her Facebook page had been hacked and floats the theory that POTUS and FLOTUS must be listening to the show. Hear her proof. Liz is excited about two upcoming cultural events: Baz Luhrman's Great Gatsby and Nora Ephon's Lucky Guy. Sh...
Apr 28, 2013•38 min•Ep. 1234
On today's Satellite Sisters, we tackle the aftermath of the Boston Marathon bombing. Having lived in Russia, Julie has a personal perspective on the history of Chechen people. Plus, Julie's daughter-in-law was born and raised in Kyrgyzstan, where the Tsarnaev brothers were born. Once again, she knows more about this than most of the people you are watching on TV. Growing up in New England, we've attended the Boston Marathon as a family. We are happy to see the city back on it's feet so quickly....
Apr 21, 2013•50 min•Ep. 1238
Yes, it's true. Julie, Liz, Sheila, Monica and Lian all have connectivity today. At least for most of the show! Highlights include: Lian's update on her scary staph infection. Sisters are gowned and gloved and ready to help. Monica and Sheila provide Finding Bruckner Blvd, Part Two. Get in the way-back machine, people. It's the Bronx. By popular demand on the Satellite Sisters Facebook Group, Julie provide's an update on North Korea. Here's something worth remembering: She's been there recently,...
Apr 14, 2013•43 min•Ep. 1229
Join Lian, Sheila, Liz and Julie today for: Sheila's first time ever renting a car. (How is that possible?) And then she finds her way to Bruckner Blvd somehow. Lian rediscovers an old TV friend with her teenage son. They have so many hours of viewing enjoyment to look forward to this spring! She's also very happy to see the change in Matt Lauer's fortunes. Finally. Julie discovers a brand new subculture at the Brooklyn Marriott. You'll need to hear her tell it. And Liz wants to know: what would...
Mar 29, 2013•47 min•Ep. 1270
Julie , Monica and Lian connect on St. Patrick's Day to discuss the news of the week: The new Pope Justin Timberlake The End of the Big East Julie and Lian in a Generational face-off on Sheryl Sandberg: Boomers vs. Xers SXSW Monica's Bundling Bungle And a bra that does what? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg...
Mar 17, 2013•40 min•Ep. 1259
Julie, Liz and Sheila connect on today's Satellite Sisters, which we dedicate to loyal, longtime Satellite Mister William J. Dahn. Sheila fills us in on her latest creative project - there's more poetry and coffee in her future. Plus, she has a nomination for a host to replace both Joy Behar and Elizabeth Hasselbeck on The View. You may know her . Lian Dolan? Yes! Got onboard the campaign, people. Julie's got the latest on Lian's new book Elizabeth The First Wife, plus news about her son's book....
Mar 10, 2013•52 min•Ep. 1280
On today's Satellite Sisters, Liz connects with Julie + Lian from Julie's home in Dallas. Lian's racking up some Frequent Visitor points at Julie's place and shares some compliments and observations on her high level concierge skills! Plus: As our North Korean expert, Julie speaks out on Dennis Rodman's visit to North Korea. His reaction seems to have been wildly different from hers when she was there several years ago. Surprised? Liz thinks Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer's new plan to force everyone t...
Mar 03, 2013•44 min•Ep. 1286
Julie, Monica and Liz gather to discuss: Lessons learned from the recent death of our father. We are grateful for all the help from hospice organizations and from you. Lian's birthday celebration in Dallas. Julie did her best to make a day of it. Can you say SOUFFLES? Yeah! Monica's enchildada jag. She's been in her test kitchen all week. Liz is losing a lot of stuff lately. What's up wth that? And we are totally on the bandwagon for Pope Dolan. We think that would a totally appropriate salute t...
Feb 24, 2013•58 min•Ep. 1301
On today's Satellite Sisters, Monica and Liz catch up on the week's events. Monica reports on her first ever trip to Waikiki while Liz asks if she would let a massive manhunt derail a ski weekend. Plus we share some of your Satellite Sisters Facebook Group confessions about binge viewing. Some very interesting choices! Plus more challenges on managing the space-time continuum while watching Downton Abbey, The Walking Dead and The Grammy's all at once tonight. And from Julie via email, an install...
Feb 10, 2013•47 min•Ep. 1284
On today's Satellite Sisters, Julie, Lian and Liz binge on all kinds of hot topics including: Binge-viewing: How are you watching your favorite TV shows now? And have you considered binge reading? International News: A few surprises from both Mali and North Korea. SAG Update: Liz provides Episode 2 on her red carpet coaching. Dating Adventures: No, not ours. Katie Couric's! Sibling Rivalry: Yes, more discussion of the Harbowl. Lian wants to root for the younger brother in the Super Bowl coaching...
Feb 03, 2013•44 min•Ep. 1267
On today's Satellite Sisters, Liz shares her extremely limited knowledge of How To Attend A Hollywood Awards Show with friends who will today be attending a Hollywood awards show. Exfoliation is more important than you think, people. Plus Julie shares the "signature moves" she has developed as Nana. Those kids are going to have memorable moments whether they like it or not! Plus, what if the Satellite Sisters were coaching Superbowl teams against one another? Who would your money be on? See omny...
Jan 27, 2013•48 min•Ep. 1263
Julie, Liz, Lian and Sheila on the week's news and events: Lance Armstrong Fake Girlfriends and other excellent fake ideas The Rollercoaster in dallas The Golden Globes and Jodie Foster New for 2013: Cars, Cooking and Training See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 20, 2013•52 min•Ep. 1290
Liz and Julie connect to thank listeners and bring all Satellite Sisters up to date on the Dolan family. Our family gathered last week to say goodbye to our mother Edna Dolan. There were tears, of course, but great comfort in gathering. And a few laughs as well. We wish everyone in the Satellite Sisterhood a peaceful holiday season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-no...
Dec 16, 2012•49 min•Ep. 1270
For Satellite Sisters subscribers, Lian Dolan describes the last few months of her mothers illness, death and funeral. Also, Lessons Learned. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dec 16, 2012•34 min•Ep. 1268
Julie, Liz and Lian reconnect to fill listeners in on the turn of events in the lives of their parents: Julie reports on how her dad with Alzheimers is adusting to Dallas, Texas Liz reports on our mother's cancer diagnosis and what's happening at Care Central in Santa Monica Lian reports on her two root canals and all the Sisters need to talk about Gen. Petraeus See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at h...
Nov 11, 2012•46 min•Ep. 1285
It's the final day of September, which has been quite a month for all the Satellite Sisters. Phew! Let's start with a Happy Birthday wish for Sheila Dolan, who dials in during today's show to give us her complete celebration update. In other celebratory news, Julie shares to details of how her daughter-in-law got sworn in as an American citizen. Woo hoo. Plus, Monica has a complete communication fail tale to tell. And her latest fave romantic story from the NY Times VOWS column. Liz has some sho...
Sep 30, 2012•52 min•Ep. 1292
Liz and Julie have had a busy couple of weeks. What with political conventions, the U S Open, following Mars Rover Curiousity and catching up with all of Seaosn 1 of Homeland, September really snuck up on us. On today's show, Liz explains every new food or snack she's been preparing for her dog Ferris. He was diagnosed with lymphoma last week and he's just not eating enough. She calls her new ratings system on his health the "squirrelometer". Find out how that works and how much time she's spend...
Sep 09, 2012•47 min•Ep. 1279
Today's Satellite Sisters features: Julie on The Nekkid Prince. Liz on The Armstrongs - Neil versus Lance. Monica on her vacation details- pros and cons of her two week strategy. Plus: Some late summer beach bag book choices. Three really nice indie movies you should support. And our Roller Coast Report on caring for our father. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-se...
Aug 26, 2012•56 min•Ep. 1300
Today on the show, Liz, Julie, Sheila and Lian connect and discuss: The Rollercoaster Report: More on the ups and downs of caring for aging parents In the News: West Nile Virus in Dallas; Pussy Riot in Moscow; Bra Genie in South Pasadena Fall Fashion Preview: The Top Ten trends we can wear now. And those we shouldn't. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info....
Aug 19, 2012•52 min•Ep. 1273
How did they always open the old Wide World of Sports? "The thrill of victory and the agony of defeat". Yeah, that was us this week. On the thrill side, the Olympics, the Olympics and, oh yeah, Mars Curiousity. Monica has a complete rundown of her favorite Olympic moments and people. We know those sprint relays are always amazing but who knew platform diving could be so emotional? What are we going to do now that the Games are over? Julie has a specific strategy to share with is. On the agony si...
Aug 12, 2012•47 min•Ep. 1272
On today's Satellite Sisters, we cover: Liz's directorial debut! It turns out that telling an Oscar winner what to do was actually the easy part. Lian's Random Thoughts on the first two days of the Olympics. She's not sure she shares Danny Boyle's vision for Opening Ceremony and still wants the answer to one big question: Where was Adele??? On the sporting front, she's enjoying it all so much, she's not sure if she'll get ANY work done this week. Sheila's worries about John McEnroe after seeing ...
Jul 29, 2012•55 min•Ep. 1289
Lian and Julie connect on a Tuesday morning to discuss the headlines and more. On this show: The Colorado Shootings: Julie's view from Colorado Thank you, Sally Ride, National Hero Yahoo's New CEO: Marissa Mayer. Can she have it all? Julie says no and Lian say yes. Tiger Woods: Is it wrong to root against him? Penn State Sanctions And an opportunity to get in on the ground floor of a new tech project Sweets & Bitters: http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1944096964/sweets-and-bitters-quarterl...
Jul 24, 2012•47 min•Ep. 1262
Liz, Julie Monica an dLian on the show today. Julie is back from London with her totally unauthorized Olympic Preview Liz is back from Comic Con with her favorite moments from the geek fest Lian is back from vacation and not coping well with the new plastic bag ban and Monica is back from an epic Group On fail, otherwise known as 30 bucks wasted Plus, Satellite Sisters Fitness Challenge winner announced and don't miss the audio book give-away at chaoschronicles.com See omnystudio.com/listener fo...
Jul 14, 2012•54 min•Ep. 1295
Sheila and Liz got together today to record a little summer entertainment review. Many movies to discuss including Wes Anderson's Moonrise Kingdom, Benh Zeitlin's Beast of the Southern Wild, Lynn Shelton's Your Sister's Sister, Sarah Polley's Take This Waltz and even Woody Allen's To Rome With Love. Some of these movies they've seen, some they have not seen and several Sheila has no intention of seeing even though Liz recommends them. Whatever. Sheila's also got some notes for the Real Housewive...
Jul 07, 2012•49 min•Ep. 1293
Julie, Liz, Sheila and Monica on today's Satellite Sisters. First a salute to a solid gold Satellite Sister Nora Ephron. Nora was a favorite guest on our show and always managed to be the wise and funny voice of sisterhood. Next on to some news + sports highlights. Liz was stymied this week trying to keep up with all the headlines. Thanks for nothing, CNN. Then Julie has a real shocker. She found a .... well, you'll just have to listen. No spoilers here. Sheila shares some moments of meltdown. S...
Jul 01, 2012•55 min•Ep. 1274
Liz and Lian connect on a busy Sunday for both but sqeezed in a show: Liz explains how our sponsor Sol de Janiero almost cause an International Incident at Heathrow. TV News: Liz's review of Newsroom, The Killing Season Finale and Rielle Hunter Lian give Emceeing Tips for Future Emcees Liz needs Staycation tip and family update.. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-s...
Jun 24, 2012•44 min•Ep. 1287
