Beyond The Interview

Skims. LVMH. Supreme. Jay Luchs has represented some of the biggest retail and fashion brands in the game, helped entertainment companies find their corporate headquarters, and has the biggest roster of tenants and landlords in Los Angeles. Jay is a Vice Chairman at Newmark and has sold over $1 billion in commercial property across Beverly Hills, Malibu, and beyond. He’s the guy behind those “For...

In this episode Nicole sits down with  Sheleana Aiyana , founder of  Rising Woman  and author of the international bestseller  Becoming the One , to explore what it truly means to heal emotional wounds, interrupt old relationship patterns, and come home to the self. Raised in a turbulent environment, Sheleana shares her personal journey through trauma, abandonment, and healing — and how those expe...

In this eye-opening conversation, Nicole sits down with X Eyee, a renowned AI expert who brings a unique perspective to the artificial intelligence conversation. A high school dropout and self-taught coder, X has spent 17 years working at the forefront of AI development at companies like Microsoft, Google, and the Department of Defense. Now serving as CEO of AI consulting firm Malo Santo and Senio...

In a refreshingly honest and revealing conversation, Nicole Behnam sits down with top plastic surgeons Dr. Ritu Chopra, known for his Deep Plane Facelift, and Dr. Nathaniel Villanueva, known for his body contouring. These two experts don’t just reshape faces and bodies, but also challenge the culture around beauty itself. They break down the most popular procedures of 2025 — what’s trending, what’...

In this episode, relationship expert Jillian delves into the concept of self-love and its impact on relationships, offering insights on how self-worth and emotional growth influence romantic connections. Jillian discusses two common views on self-love: one suggests that you need to fully love yourself before entering a relationship, while the other believes self-love is learned through relationshi...

Yung Pueblo joins Beyond The Interview to talk about his experiences as a poet, writer, and spiritual thinker. From building an audience of over 4 million through social media to navigating tough personal moments, he shares wisdom on navigating relationships, maintaining mental health, and being intentional about how we spend our time and energy.  In response to the dire need for intentional onlin...

David Ghiyam is one of the leading Kabbalah teachers in the world, and  co-founder of MaryRuth Organics. He teaches the spiritual wisdom of Kabbalah in person and online to help people achieve success, find love and find deeper meaning in their lives. https://www.kabbalah.com https://www.instagram.com/davidghiyam/?hl=en https://www.maryruthorganics.com/

In this episode, Nicole sits down with Lukas Pakter, founder of SquidHaus, to talk about his experiences navigating business, friendships, dating, and life in general as a young entrepreneur. Nicole and Lukas both draw lessons from their personal lives and compare notes on their general observations about people and relationship dynamics. With tremendous reach in his early 20s, Lukas hosts the Squ...

Viral storyteller and cultural icon Christian Walker joins Nicole Behnam on Beyond The Interview to discuss his new path as a champion of women. Leaving behind and being repulsed by a short stint as a political commentator, Walker realized his time was better spent demystifying the myths that still plague modern society, and teaching women how to enhance their lives and stay empowered in environme...

In this intimate conversation, beloved actress and entrepreneur Ashley Greene opens up about the joys and challenges of her personal evolution, offering heartfelt insights into her career with family life. Discover a new side of Ashley as she delves into her ventures as an entrepreneur, sharing the inspiration behind her latest venture, Hummingway, and the lessons she's learned along the way....

Nicole Behnam sits down with Mark Moss to talk about the history of money and how it relates to Bitcoin— a crash course that should be taught in schools. They also delve into topics like family, values, community, and much more.

In the episode, Konstantin Kisin delves into societal dynamics, particularly the harmful notion of adversarial relationships between groups, such as men versus women, minorities versus majorities, or various other divides like LGBT versus non-LGBT. Konstantin condemns this divisive mindset, asserting that cooperation and mutual support have historically been essential for human survival and progre...

We live in a world where financial literacy education is almost nonexistent. Enter Codie Sanchez— an investor, business owner, and social media star who’s on a mission to help people become financially and philosophically free. In this episode, Nicole and Codie begin by going over the terminology that schools never taught us about business and how people can get skin in the game/ equity in busines...

What does success truly mean? For Ann McFerren, founder of Glamnetic and a Forbes 30 Under 30 and Top Inks recipient, it's defined by happiness and the freedom to pursue what you love. Join us as we walk through Ann's inspiring story, from her challenging childhood in Bangkok to the launch of her successful lash business, Glamnetic. Ann's journey is a testament to the power of determin...

Sahil Bloom has the social media generation figured out, and wants to help us tackle our struggles. In this episode we discuss the challenges of love, friendship, and connection in a world full of distractions and addictions. Sahil highlights the importance of humility, open-mindedness, and the ability to hold opposing views to foster meaningful conversations and connections. He provides us with t...

Kyle Creek AKA The Captain opens up about his journey as a writer and the challenges he faced in finding his place in the world. He discusses the fear of rejection and the importance of avoiding tribalism and thinking critically. Kyle shares his experiences of breaking into the writing industry and the obstacles he had to overcome. He also talks about the evolution of his online persona “The Capta...

Calley Means discusses the influence of big pharma and food companies on the healthcare industry, emphasizing the financial incentives that drive the industry and impact the quality of care and research. Calley highlights the interconnectedness of health issues like obesity, mental health, and chronic diseases, influenced by factors such as processed food and pharmaceutical drugs. He criticizes th...

If anyone knows how the music industry operates, it’s Wendy Starland. On our episode, Wendy and I discuss the music industry, what it was like to discover and develop Lady Gaga, Los Angeles culture, and much more. She also shares her insights on the emerging generation of singers and content creators as a songwriter and producer on Banded: The Musician Competition Show on AXS.

Nicole sits down with content creator and comedian Nicole Arbour. The two discuss Nicole’s career, her highs and lows as a comedian, her guest appearance on “The View”, and the responses to some of her more “controversial” content.

Nicole sits down with entertainment industry veteran Nicholas Adler. The two discuss Nick’s brand, MNTGE, his time working with Snoop Dogg, his perspective on authenticity and culture, building brands in an ever-evolving Web3 landscape, and being a father.

Nicole sits down with Lisa Bilyeu, Co-Founder of Impact Theory, Quest Nutrition, and host of Women of Impact. They discuss modern relationship dynamics and examine how gender can affect power dynamics, communication, and intimacy in today’s world. Later, Lisa gives insights from her own life on how to create equitable and satisfying partnerships in business relationships and in marriage.

Part II. Nicole sits down with cardiologist Dr. Afshine Emrani to discuss food supply in the US, food addiction, GLP-1 (Glucagon-like peptide-1), and obesity. Later Dr. Emrani dives deeper into mental health and weight loss issues, ending with a message about the importance of having self-compassion and gratitude

Nicole sits down with videographer, commercial director, editor, and motion graphics artist Jon Cruz. They discuss tips and tricks for creators to use during their creative process, being mindful when consuming technology, Jon’s interpersonal relationships with celebrities he's worked with, and how the most beautiful art can come from your deepest pain.

Nicole sits down with cardiologist Dr. Afshine Emrani. They discuss the larger societal implications of the widespread off-label use of Ozempic, a medication used to treat Type 2 Diabetes. Dr. Emrani explores the history and science behind the drug, its potential benefits and risks, the ways in which it is being abused and also changing the lives of patients and healthcare providers alike.  Later...

Nicole sits down with videographer, commercial director, editor, and motion graphics artist Jon Cruz. They discuss Cruz’s 13+ year career in the entertainment industry, the role of luck, his creative process, and the importance of cultivating the right energy before entering a room. Cruz also talks about what it’s been like working with the biggest names in the industry: The Rock, Will Smith, Sele...